Contents 7.2 Action before operation ..........14 1.0 General information ............4 7.3 Action during operation ..........14 1.1 Information in this manual ..........4 7.4 Disengagement in case of emergency ......15 1.2 Explanation of symbols and signal words .......4 7.5 Action after use .............. 15 1.3 Limitation of liability ............5 1.4 Copyright ................5 8.0 Maintenance ..............
C A FL 1.0 General information 1.1 Information in this manual This manual provides important information on how to work with the actuator (also called the device) safely and effi- DANGER ciently. The manual is part of the device, must always be Indicates a dangerous situation, which may lead to death or serious personal kept and should be available for personnel to read at all...
1 .0 G e n e r a l i nfo r m a ti o n 1.3 Limitation of liability 1.5 Spare parts All information and notes in this manual were compiled tak- This actuator is not designed to be repaired. All warranty ing into consideration current standards and regulations, and service claims become null and void without notice if present status of technology and years of knowledge and...
C A FL 2.0 Safety 000 cycles can be achieved in an average application (aver- This section provides an overview of important safety as- age use of stroke 25mm with no load and 5mm with nominal pects of installing, operating and maintaining this device. load).
2 .0 S afe t y to specific working conditions on the site where the device is being installed by using a risk assessment. The risk as- Only persons who can be expected to perform their tasks sessment must be implemented in the form of work in- reliably are permitted to do so.
C A FL - Manual override (optional), the unit can be manually ex- tended and retracted using a simple power drill if the bat- NOTE tery/power system is drained The processor decides which applications require installation of an emergency shut-off system. - In its standard version, the device does not feature an over-current safety shut-off and must be shut off via an Ewellix control unit.
2 .0 S afe t y 3.0 Technical data Note: The technical data (dimensions, output, connection values, etc) can be found on the product drawing. 3.1 Operating conditions Value Unit Temperature range +10 to +40 ℃ Humidity Up to 85 Value Unit Maximum operating time...
C A FL 4.0 Structure and function 4.3 Construction group 4.1 Overview description CAFL Motor Fig1 The motor is a 24V brushed DC motor. The motor’s shaft powers a spur gear. The lift speed depends on the load. The motor unit is sur- rounded by a metal housing.
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4 .0 S tr u c t u r e a n d f u n c ti o n Hall sensors have an open collector output. Hall sensors shall provide two signal outputs with the follow- ing characteristics: Fig2...
C A FL 5.0 Transport, packaging and storage 5.1 Safety information for 2. Pack the actuator in its original packaging. Follow stor- age conditions. transport 3. Send to manufacturer. Contact Ewellix service to obtain a shipment address. Significant damage to the actuator can occur if not properly transported, unpacked and stored.
6 .0 I n s t a l l a ti o n a n d f i r s t o p e r a ti o n 6.0 Installation and first operation Authorized personnel Ensure that none of the supply or control cables can be pinched by the kinematics of the application or by the linear •...
C A FL 7.0 Operation 7.1 Safety 7.3 Action during operation DANGER Risk of crushing! Actuator may cause serious injury while moving. 7.3.1 Normal operation Therefore, follow the precautions below: During normal operation, the linear actuator extends and re- • Ensure that there are no persons in the stroke area of the tracts the foot attachment to achieve locking or clamping actuator while in operation.
7.0 O p e r a ti o n 7.4 Disengagement in case of emergency In hazardous situations, all movements of the actuator must be stopped as quickly as possible and the power supply must be turned off. Proceed as follows in hazardous situations: 1.
C A FL 8.0 Maintenance Personnel 8.1 Spare parts • The maintenance work described herein can be performed The CAFL linear actuator is not designed for repair work by by the operator unless otherwise indicated. the customer. All warranty and service claims become void •...
8 .0 M a i n te n a n c e 8.3 Maintenance 3. Notify processor or Ewellix in case of damage 4. If there is no damage and the processors/manufacturer has not communicated any concerns, reconnect the ac- 8.3.1 Cleaning tuator to the power supply.
C A FL 9.0 Malfunctions Actions during malfunctions The following chapter describes potential causes for mal functions and the work that is necessary to restore 1. In the event of a malfunction that may present an imme- operation. diate danger to persons or assets, turn off the actuator In the event of frequent malfunctions, shorten the mainte- or control unit immediately and safeguard against a nance intervals.
9.0 M a l f u n c ti o n s 9.1 Malfunction table Malfunction Possible cause To repair malfunction To be repaired by Linear actuator No supply voltage Check power supply Professional doesn’t move electrician Lack of plug contact or plug has not Plug contacts: Device control unit, control of Operator been inserted properly...
C A FL 10.0 Dismantling Personnel • Secure structural components in a way so they would not be able to fall or tip over. To the extent that no take-back or disposal agreement has • Contact Ewellix if you have any questions or concerns. been put in place, disassembled components should be recycled.
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CAUTION Damage can be caused to the environment due to incorrect disposal. Electronic waste, electronic components, lubricants and other additives are subject to special waste treatment regulations and may only be disposed of by approved specialized companies! The local municipal authorities or specialized waste management companies can provide information concerning environmentally appropriate disposal.
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