NSTALLATION 5.1.1 Tools..............................15 5.1.2 Tightening torque..........................15 5.1.3 Port identification ..........................16 5.1.4 Assembly of VS18/VS26 valve islands ....................17 5.1.5 Valve identification labels ........................21 5.1.6 Internal/external pilot air supply ......................22 5.1.7 Multi pressure ............................23 5.1.8 DIN-rail assembly ..........................
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VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET ............................37 ULTIPOLE 7.1 G ........................37 ENERAL INFORMATION 7.1.1 24V DC power supply...........................37 7.1.2 115V AC power supply .........................37 7.1.3 Max current load on valve connectors with 24V DC ................37 7.1.4 Max current load on valve connectors with 115V AC ................37 7.2 V...
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VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.6 AS-I ..........................76 NTERFACE 8.6.1 AS-Interface pin assignment........................ 76 8.6.2 AS-Interface wiring ..........................77 8.6.3 AS-Interface address and baud rate setting ..................77 8.6.4 AS-Interface single slave valve island configurations and settings ............78 8.6.5 AS-Interface single slave output addressing..................
VS18S/VS26S Softseal spool for high flow Wide range of accessories UL and ATEX Universal PNP/NPN 24V DC Multipole Please find ordering information of all components in the data sheets 5.4.159 (VS18) and 5.4.160 (VS26). VS2672926-KG00E_05/07 Page 5/97...
Before using these products with fluids other than those specified, for non-industrial applications, life-support systems, or other applications not within published specifications, consult NORGREN. Through misuse, age, or malfunction, components used in fluid power systems can fail in various modes. The system designer is warned to consider the failure modes of all component parts used in fluid power systems and to provide adequate safeguards to prevent personal injury or damage to equipment in the event of such failure.
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Install and use only complete configured and connected valve islands. • VS18/VS26 Fieldbus valve islands contain electronic devices, which could be damaged through electrostatic discharge. Therefore electrostatic precautions must be taken. Specifically, the person assembling or configuring the valve island must be connected to an earth ground.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET ECHNICAL For more information, please refer to data sheets 5.4.159 (VS18) and 5.4.160 (VS26). PECIFICATION 4.1.1 Ambient temperature -15°C to +50°C (Consult our technical service for use below +2°C.) 4.1.2 Medium temperature -5°C to +50°C 4.1.3 Medium...
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET NEUMATIC 4.3.1 Response times VS valves The response measurements are taken according to ISO 12238 standard. Glandless valves VS**G VS18 VS26 Response Response Response Response time ON (ms) time OFF (ms) time ON (ms) time OFF (ms)
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 4.3.2 Flow The flow values are measured at 6 bar inlet pressure and with a pressure drop of 1 bar. Glandless valves VS**G VS18 VS26 Cv (US Cv (US (L/min) Gal/min) (L/min) Gal/min) 5/2 Sol/Spring 0.48...
(see section 8). 4.4.3 Power supply and precautions All VS18/VS26 24V DC products are designed to be used with a protective extra low voltage (PELV) power supply (UL Class 2 Supply only). All VS18/VS26 115V AC products correspond to the protection class I. Connection of the protective earth (PE) ground is required.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET OMPLIANCE AND APPROVALS The VS18/VS26 products are tested and compliant: 4.5.1 CE marking Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP code): EN 60529:91+A1:00 (IEC 60529:89 + A1:99) Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear: EN 60947-5-1: 97+A1:00+A2:00+A12:00 - Control circuit devices and switching elements...
4.5.3 ISO standard ISO 15407-2 (size 26mm and 18mm) 4.5.4 Fieldbus standards Norgren Profibus DP Fieldbus systems conform to DIN 19245 part 3. Norgren DeviceNet systems conform to DeviceNet specification volume 1 release 2 and the Pneumatic Valve Device Profile.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 5.1.3 Port identification On all end plates and modular sub-bases each port is marked as follows: Function Port/Identification Main/internal pilot air supply Exhaust 3 + 5 Outlet 2 + 4 External pilot air supply (if used)
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 5.1.4 Assembly of VS18/VS26 valve islands Tools: VS18: Hexagon wrench key 2.5mm Philips screwdriver size 1 VS26: Hexagon wrench key 3mm Philips screwdriver size 1 To assemble a complete valve island, make sure you have ordered all necessary components and the required tools are available.
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VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 2. Mount the left and right end plate to the modular sub-base. Ensure end plates are properly aligned and the end plate gasket is fitted. Then tighten the mounting screws (two per end plate) with the specified torque. If you are using a power screwdriver, consider the maximum speed allowed.
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VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 4. Lastly, mount the valves, sandwich plates, blanking plates and/or intermediate supply/exhaust modules. Valves: 1. Ensure valve body gasket is fitted on the bottom of the valve. Place valve onto the modular sub-base aligned to the interface. Use plug-in connection as positioning point.
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VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Blanking plate and/or intermediate supply/exhaust module (ISEM): 1. Ensure gasket is fitted on the bottom of the blanking plate or ISEM. Place blanking plate or ISEM onto the modular sub-base aligned to the interface. 2. Tighten valve mounting screws (two per blanking plate/ISEM) with the specified torque.
Spare labels can also be ordered at Norgren as a set of 10 pieces. Order number for VS18 as well as VS26 is VS2672905-KG00. The labels are AVERY standard labels (no. L6008) which can be ordered as DIN A4 sheets (21 x 29.7 cm) by your local representative of AVERY/Zweckform.
Furthermore, when changing valves or accessories (valve function, sandwich plate, etc.) on a valve island, the part number on the label will no longer correspond to the configuration. If you order the valve island based on the Norgren part number, the original configuration will be delivered.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 5.1.7 Multi pressure Tools: VS18: Hexagon wrench key 2.5mm VS26: Hexagon wrench key 3mm By assembling blanking discs in ports 1, 3 and/or 5 as well as 12/14 you have the possibility to porting different pressures.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 5.1.8 DIN-rail assembly Tool: VS18/VS26: Hexagon wrench key 3mm 1. Insert screws on the left and right end plates and position below the mounting nuts. (Screws and mounting nuts are included in the DIN-rail mounting kit.) Tighten screws two revolutions in the mounting nuts.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 5.1.9 Installation instruction in case of raised vibrations In case of vibrations of about 5g (at 60 Hz to 150 Hz) it is strongly recommended to mount VS26 valve islands with more than 10 valve stations that main vibration load is in x-axis or alternatively in y-axis.
When changing valves or accessories (valve function, sandwich plate, etc.) on a valve island, the part number on the label will no longer correspond to the configuration. If you order the valve island based on the Norgren part number, the original configuration will be delivered. VS2672926-KG00E_05/07...
When changing valves or accessories (valve function, sandwich plate, etc.) on a valve island, the part number on the label will no longer correspond to the configuration. If you order the valve island based on the Norgren part number, the original configuration will be delivered. VS2672926-KG00E_05/07...
When changing valves or accessories (valve function, sandwich plate, etc.) on a valve island, the part number on the label will no longer correspond to the configuration. If you order the valve island based on the Norgren part number, the original configuration will be delivered. The pilot valve set includes: •...
When changing valves or accessories (valve function, sandwich plate, etc.) on a valve island, the part number on the label will no longer correspond to the configuration. If you order the valve island based on the Norgren part number, the original configuration will be delivered. The manual override set-up kit includes: •...
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 5.1.14 Blanking plug for base connector hole For some applications an actuation of hard-wired valves on VS base (eg. safety function) is required. The assembly of Mini ISO valves on VS sub-bases is possible due to the same pneumatical interface.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET AINTENANCE 5.2.1 Lubrication VS18/VS26 valves are pre-lubricated for life on assembly, but where air line lubricants are required for pneumatic actuators or other driven devices, the following products are recommended: • Klüber Airpress 32 •...
Please see information on assembly of valve and sandwich plates in section 5.1.4. 6.1.1 24V DC power supply VS18/VS26 single station sub-base 24V DC versions are designed to be used with a protective extra low voltage (PELV) power supply (UL Class 2 Supply only). Therefore, the power supply used must meet the IEC standard 742/EN60742/VDE 0551 (PELV).
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET M12 C ARIANT WITH ONNECTOR The single station sub-base with M12 connector is available with G or NPTF pneumatic ports. With the M12 connector, the power supply has to be 24V DC. 6.2.1 Pin assignment (acc. VDMA 24571) Pin no.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET NPTF1/2“ ARIANT WITH CONDUIT WITH FLYING LEADS The single station sub-base with NPTF1/2“ conduit with flying leads is available with G pneumatic ports only. The power supply can be 24V DC or 115V AC. If you use 115V AC, connection of the protective earth (PE) ground is required.
Section 7.1.1 24V DC power supply VS18/VS26 Multipole 24V DC versions are designed to be used with a protective extra low voltage (PELV) power supply (UL Class 2 Supply only). Therefore, the power supply used must meet the IEC standard 742/EN60742/VDE 0551 (PELV).
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 7.2.2 Pin assignment D-Sub 9-pin Male Pin no. Wire colour Socket Pilot Station white Solenoid 1-a brown Solenoid 2-a green Solenoid 3-a yellow Solenoid 4-a grey Solenoid 1-b pink Solenoid 2-b blue Solenoid 3-b Solenoid 4-b...
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VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET D-Sub 25-pin Pin no. Wire colour Socket Pilot Station Male white Solenoid 1-a brown Solenoid 2-a green Solenoid 3-a yellow Solenoid 4-a grey Solenoid 5-a pink Solenoid 6-a blue Solenoid 7-a Solenoid 8-a black Solenoid 9-a...
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Colour code according to DIN 47100 The Norgren D-Sub 44-pin cables do not have 44 wires, but only 34 wires. Therefore, the wires associated with pins 1 through 32 are according to DIN 47100, wires 43 and 44 differ from the standard and are coloured in green/black and yellow/black.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET NPTF1” ARIANT WITH CONDUIT ENTRY WITH TERMINALS The NPTF1“ conduit entry with terminals is composed of a body with a NPTF1“ thread for use with flexible or fixed conduit. In this body exists a terminal block for connecting all necessary wires.
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VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 3. Use the schematic in section 7.3.2 for wiring. Unlock corresponding square clamping on the terminal block by pushing the screwdriver on the diagonal trench. Insert one wire into the clamp. By removing the screwdriver, the wire is fixed. Repeat this step with each additional wire.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET ARIANT WITH CONNECTOR The M23 19-pin connector is valid for a valve island with maximum 8 valve stations (16 solenoids). The power supply can be 24V DC or 115V AC. If you use 115V AC, connection of the protective earth (PE) ground is required.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 7.4.2 Pin assignment Pin no. Wire colour Socket Pilot Station Male White Solenoid 8-a Brown (thin) Solenoid 6-a Green Solenoid 4-a Yellow Solenoid 2-b Grey Solenoid 2-a Blue (thick) Common Blue (thin) Solenoid 1-b Solenoid 3-b...
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET IELDBUS ENERAL INFORMATION VS18/VS26 Fieldbus valve islands range from a minimum of four valve stations to a maximum of 16 valve stations (32 solenoids). The exception to this rule is AS-Interface (see section 8.6). Please refer to section for information on field expansion of the valve island.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.1.1 Power supply and pin assignment VS18/VS26 Fieldbus valve islands are designed to be used with a protective extra low voltage (PELV) power supply (UL Class 2 Supply only) according to IEC 364-4-41. As a result, an earth connection for safety reasons is not required because the supply voltage is restricted to a maximum of 42.2 volts even under fault conditions.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.1.3 Fieldbus assembly / Installation of PCBs (excluding AS-Interface and FD67 bus) Tool: VS18/VS26 Philips screwdriver size 1 1. Important: Make sure valves are not already mounted on the valve island, because the output PCB (C) could become damaged during assembly.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.1.4 AS-Interface assembly / Installation of PCBs Tool: VS18/VS26 Philips screwdriver size 1 1. Important: Make sure valves are not already mounted on the valve island, because the AS- Interface PCB (B) as well as the expansion PCB (C) could become damaged during assembly.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.1.5 FD67 bus assembly / Installation of PCB Tool: VS18/VS26 Philips screwdriver size 1 1. Important: Make sure valves are not already mounted on the valve island, because the output PCB (B) could become damaged during assembly.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET ROFIBUS Norgren Profibus DP Fieldbus systems conform to DIN 19245 part 3. Communication system: 2-wire RS485 hardware communication protocol Baud rate: 9.6 kBit/s to 12 MBit/s. Automatic detection. Maximum nodes per network: total number of I/O per network:...
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.2.2 Profibus DP wiring The bus line is specified in EN 50170 as line type A. It can be used as shown in the following table. The table gives the bus parameters and line lengths of A and B type lines for comparison.
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VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Wiring termination The active bus termination using a resistor combination avoids signal reflections during data transfer and ensures a defined zero-signal voltage on the data lines when none of the stations on the bus are active. Active termination must be provided at the beginning and end of each RS485 bus segment.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.2.3 Profibus DP address and baud rate setting The VS18/VS26 Profibus DP valve island address can be set within the range 1 to 99 (rotary switch) resp. 125 (software). To set the address, use the selector switches accessible by removing the securing screw and lifting the hinged cover of the address switches.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.2.5 Diagnostics The VS18/VS26 Profibus DP slave uses diagnostic telegrams as a high-priority response to inform a master of its current state. The first 6 bytes contain the information specified by the standard e.g. status of the state machine, correct/incorrect parameterisation and configuration.
8.2.9 Profibus DP valve island expansion The modular design of the VS18/VS26 valve island allows easy modifications to the number of valves while in the field. The system allows single station expansion for up to 4 valve stations.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET EVICE Norgren DeviceNet Fieldbus systems conform to DeviceNet specification volume 1 release 2 and the Pneumatic Valve Device Profile. Communication system: 2-wire CAN hardware communication protocol Number of nodes per network: Master + 62 slaves...
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VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Wiring termination DeviceNet Master Can_H 120Ω 120Ω Can_L Device Device Device Node Node Node Line Termination In Accordance With ISO 11898 Cable termination is required at both extreme ends of the trunk cable. This can simply be done with a 120Ω...
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.3.3 DeviceNet address and baud rate setting The VS18/VS26 DeviceNet valve island address can be set within the range 0 to 63, set by using the address selector switches accessible by removing the securing screw and lifting the hinged cover of the address switches.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.3.5 Diagnostics The VS18/VS26 DeviceNet slave has diagnostic attributes to inform a master of its current state. With these attributes it is possible to monitor the state of the +24V valve power. This can be achieved by using the DeviceNet message: DeviceNet Class Number 3, Instance 1, Attribute Number 0x69, which can be explicitly requested.
Before you can add any node to a live DeviceNet network, it must be commissioned. This means that a node address and a baud rate must be programmed into the device. All Norgren VS18/VS26 nodes are preset with a node address, which is usually set to 63, unless otherwise stated by the user in the valve island configuration.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.3.8 DeviceNet valve island expansion The modular design of the VS18/VS26 valve islands allows easy modifications to the number of valves while in the field. The system allows single station expansion for up to 4 valve stations.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET OPEN Norgren CANopen Fieldbus systems conform to CANopen communication profile CiA DS-301 V4.0. Communication system: 2-wire CAN hardware communication protocol Number of nodes per network: Master + 126 slaves Bus topology: Line 8.4.1 CANopen pin assignment...
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.4.2 CANopen wiring Line parameter Parameter Line A (thick cable) Line B (thin cable) Impedance in Ohms 120 +/-10% 120 +/-10% Capacitance per unit length (pF/m) Jacket Marking Vendor name & part number Vendor name & part number...
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.4.3 CANopen address and baud rate setting The VS18/VS26 CANopen valve island address can be set within the range 0 to 99 (rotary switch) resp. 127 (software). To set the address, use the selector switches accessible by removing the securing screw and lifting the hinged cover of the address switches.
Valve no. 8.4.5 Diagnostics The VS18/VS26 CANopen slave has a diagnostic attribute to inform a master of its current state. With this attribute it is possible to monitor the state of the +24V valve power. This can be achieved by using the CANopen SDO Object Dictionary: Index 0x2102, Sub_Index0. This message will return 1 byte of read only data, with value 0x01 indicating that the valve power is present or 0x00 indicating that the valve power is not present.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.4.6 CANopen LED indicators – This LED will only be energised when 24 volts is applied to the electronics VB (green) power terminal of the power supply connector. – This LED will only be energised when the Network power is connected to the 5V (green) Network connector, indicating that the logic circuit of the module is powered.
Norgren node. 8.4.8 CANopen valve island expansion The modular design of the VS18/VS26 valve islands allows easy modifications to the number of valves while in the field. The system allows single station expansion for up to 4 valve stations.
Bus topology: Ring Note: • VS18/VS26 Interbus-S valve islands are intended for connection to the Interbus-S remote bus system only. • The valve island must be mounted on an earthed base to meet the EMC directives. 8.5.1 Interbus-S pin assignment...
8.5.5 Diagnostics The VS18/VS26 Interbus-S slave can determine the state of the +24V for the valves and report any errors to the Interbus-S master. If the valve power is not present the master will show at the time of configuration that a peripheral fault has occurred.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.5.6 Interbus-S LED indicators VB (green) – This LED will only be energised when 24 volts is applied to the electronics power terminal of the power supply connector. UL (green) – This LED will only be energised when the Network power is connected to the Network connector, indicating that the logic circuit of the module is powered.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.5.7 Interbus-S ID and length codes VS18/VS26 Interbus-S valve islands only offer output connections and each size of Interbus node is configured to the maximum possible appropriate number of outputs and stores the corresponding ID code.
Norgren node. 8.5.9 Interbus-S valve island expansion The modular design of the VS18/VS26 valve island allows easy modifications to the number of valves while in the field. The system allows single station expansion for up to 4 valve stations.
Number of nodes per network: Master + 31 slaves (62 slaves for V2.1-slaves which do not use four outputs). The VS18/VS26 ASi valve islands always has four outputs. Total number of I/O per network: Bus topology:...
8.6.3 AS-Interface address and baud rate setting The addresses of the two AS-Interface nodes built into a VS18/VS26 valve island are set by using a master controller or hand-held addressing device. The baud rate is fixed 125Kb. Default address single slave...
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.6.4 AS-Interface single slave valve island configurations and settings The VS18/VS26 AS-Interface single slave valve island can have two to four valve stations with a maximum of four outputs. To change the configuration, operate the DIP switches accessible by removing the securing screw and lifting the hinged cover.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.6.6 AS-Interface double slave valve island configurations and settings The VS18/VS26 AS-Interface double slave can have four to eight valve stations with a maximum of eight outputs. To change the configuration, operate the DIP switches accessible by removing the securing screw and lifting the hinged cover.
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.6.7 AS-Interface double slave output addressing Allocation of data bytes and data bits to solenoids Data byte.Data bit (eg. byte 0 / bit 3 0.3) No of valves Valve no. Solenoid 14 4 valves Solenoid 12...
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.6.8 Diagnostics The VS18/VS26 AS-Interface slaves report missing +24V for the valves to the ASi master as a peripheral fault. If the valve power is not present the red LED is blinking too. 8.6.9 AS-Interface LED indicators ASI 1 (green) –...
Norgren node. 8.6.12 AS-Interface valve island expansion The modular design of the VS18/VS26 valve islands allows easy modifications to the number of valves while in the field. The AS-Interface system allows a single station expansion according to the indicated configurations (see section 8.6.5...
The FD67 bus system combines the decentralized signals of the I/O level and provides this information to the Fieldbus network (Profibus DP, DeviceNet or CANopen). The central unit is the bus node, which interconnects the VS18/VS26 FD67 valve islands and/or the FD67 bus modules and the standard Fieldbus (Profibus DP, DeviceNet or CANopen).
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 8.7.2 Wiring termination If the VS18/VS26 FD67 valve island is the last module in a branch, the extension interface of the internal system connection must always be fitted with a terminal resistance. 8.7.3 FD67 bus output addressing...
A GSD file is used to identify a Profibus DP/PA device (master or slave). It contains data making it possible to have manufacturer independent configuration tools. The modular GSD file for FD67 bus nodes is required for VS18/VS26 FD67 valve islands. This file is downloadable from the Norgren’s website www.norgren.com...
EDS file. To configure the FD67 system, you will always need the EDS file for the bus node and additional EDS files for the VS18/VS26 valve island (see section 3.5 “EDS file” of the FD67 DeviceNet manual).
Therefore electrostatic precautions must be taken. Specifically, the person assembling or configuring the valve island must be connected to an earth ground. To expand the VS18/VS26 valve island, expansion sets (A) are available. The set includes: • 1 single station modular sub-base (C) •...
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET SSEMBLY OF SINGLE ADD ON STATIONS FOR ULTIPOLE AND IELDBUS VALVE ISLANDS Tools: VS18: Hexagon wrench key 2.5mm VS26: Hexagon wrench key 3mm 1. To expand the valve island, disassemble the right end plate (B) by loosing the mounting screws.
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VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 7. VS26 only: Orientate straight flange of the U-washers towards the outer edge of the valve. 8. Tighten valve mounting screws (two per valve) with the specified torque. If you are using a power screwdriver consider the maximum speed allowed.
The valve island must be used with the original configuration only. If a modification of the configuration is needed, it must be taken by Norgren or by a body notified by Norgren only whereas the part number of the valve island will change.
Prevent connector cables and cords from sharp bends in order to avoid short circuits and interruptions. • Damaged parts must be replaced with original spare parts from Norgren. • Order spare parts with the part number indicated on the product labels. (See section 5.2.2...
Precipitation, contamination, and aged or worn gaskets can cause failures. Gaskets must be included to ensure the protection class. Damaged parts must be replaced with original spare parts from Norgren. VS2672926-KG00E_05/07 Page 92/97...
Use conditions: Note: 1. The valve islands VS18 and VS26 conform to the Directive 94/9/EC (ATEX 95) Annex I „equipment of the equipment group II category 3G“, which are potentially explosive through inflammable material in range of temperature class T1 to T4 in zone 2 as well as in the explosions groups IIA, IIB and IIC according to Directive 99/92/EC (ATEX 137) and can be used correspondingly.
The valve island must be used with plugs and cables, which have a conformity evaluation according to Directive 94/9/EC (ATEX 95) Annex VIII as well as protection class IP65. 1. Recommendation: Use plugs or cables from Norgren, which are certified according to Directive 94/9/EC (ATEX 95) Annex VIII.
VS18/VS26 valve islands and components must be protected against impacts. Valve islands and components delivered by Norgren are protected accordingly. • VS18/VS26 valve islands and components must be stocked between –15°C and 50°C. If this limit is exceeded, proper function of the components will not be guaranteed. •...
VS18/VS26 MAINTENANCE & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET EVISION INDEX Revision Date Comments / Revisions March 2004 July 2004 4.3.1: Values of 5/2 Sol (priority side 14)/Sol added 5.1.5: Section of valve identification labels added 5.1.10: Tightening torques of blue coated screws changed 8.2.1: D-Sub 9-pin = IP40...