Woodward SonicFlo Installation And Operation Manual
Woodward SonicFlo Installation And Operation Manual

Woodward SonicFlo Installation And Operation Manual

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Product Manual 26177
(Revision J)
Original Instructions
Electric SonicFlo™
Gas Fuel Control Valve
Installation and Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 Product Manual 26177 (Revision J) Original Instructions Electric SonicFlo™ Gas Fuel Control Valve Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 2: General Precautions

    Revisions—Changes in this publication since the last revision are indicated by a black line alongside the text. Woodward reserves the right to update any portion of this publication at any time. Information provided by Woodward is believed to be correct and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by Woodward unless otherwise expressly undertaken.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    6. S ..............18  HAPTER ERVICE PTIONS   Product Service Options ..................18   Woodward Factory Servicing Options ..............19   Returning Equipment for Repair ................19   Replacement Parts ....................20   Engineering Services .................... 20   How to Contact Woodward ................... 21  ...
  • Page 4 Electric SonicFlo Valve Manual 26177 Illustrations and Tables   Figure 1-1. Electric SonicFlo Gas Fuel Control Valve ..........1   Figure 1-2a. Outline Drawing (2” Control Valve) ............ 2   Figure 1-2b. Outline Drawing (2” Control Valve) ............ 3  ...
  • Page 5: Warnings And Notices

    Start-up On- and off-highway Mobile Applications: Unless Woodward's control functions as the supervisory control, customer should install a system totally independent of the prime mover control system that...
  • Page 6: Electrostatic Discharge Awareness

    Do not touch the components or conductors on a printed circuit board with your hands or with conductive devices. To prevent damage to electronic components caused by improper handling, read and observe the precautions in Woodward manual 82715 , Guide for Handling and Protection of Electronic Controls, Printed Circuit Boards, and Modules.
  • Page 7: Regulatory Compliance

    Manual 26177 Electric SonicFlo Valve Regulatory Compliance European Compliance for CE Marking: Low Voltage Directive: Declared to 73/23/EEC COUNCIL DIRECTIVE of 10 February 1973 on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits.
  • Page 8 Electric SonicFlo Valve Manual 26177 The ESV valve is certified to a Zone 1-Category 2/ Division 1 method of protection. Wiring methods must comply with the Zone 1-Category 2 / Division 1 method of protection when installed in a Zone 2 / Div 2 classified atmosphere.
  • Page 9: Chapter 1. General Information

    General Information Introduction The Electric SonicFlo™ Valve controls the flow of gas fuel to the combustion system of an industrial or utility gas turbine. The unique design yields either a linear, or a modified equal percentage/linear, flow characteristic unaffected by discharge pressure up to a pressure ratio (P2/P1) of at least 0.8.
  • Page 10: Figure 1-2A. Outline Drawing (2" Control Valve)

    Electric SonicFlo Valve Manual 26177 Figure 1-2a. Outline Drawing (2” Control Valve) Woodward...
  • Page 11: Figure 1-2B. Outline Drawing (2" Control Valve)

    Manual 26177 Electric SonicFlo Valve Figure 1-2b. Outline Drawing (2” Control Valve) Woodward...
  • Page 12: Figure 1-3A. Outline Drawing (3" Control Valve)

    Electric SonicFlo Valve Manual 26177 Figure 1-3a. Outline Drawing (3” Control Valve) Woodward...
  • Page 13: Figure 1-3B. Outline Drawing (3" Control Valve)

    Manual 26177 Electric SonicFlo Valve Figure 1-3b. Outline Drawing (3” Control Valve) Woodward...
  • Page 14: Figure 1-4A. Wiring Diagram

    Electric SonicFlo Valve Manual 26177 Figure 1-4a. Wiring Diagram Woodward...
  • Page 15: Figure 1-4B.plant Wiring Diagram

    Manual 26177 Electric SonicFlo Valve Figure 1-4b.Plant Wiring Diagram Woodward...
  • Page 16: Chapter 2. Description

    Resolver Position Feedback Sensors The ESV brushless resolver is rigged at Woodward for optimum motor commutation performance. The actuator controller performs an automatic rigging sequence to initiate position feedback calibration of the valve to the controller.
  • Page 17: Chapter 3. Installation

    Manual 26177 Electric SonicFlo Valve Chapter 3. Installation General See the outline drawings (Figures 1-2 & 1-3) for:  Overall dimensions  Process piping flange locations  Electrical connections  Lift points and center of gravity  Weight of the valve...
  • Page 18: Unpacking

    Electric SonicFlo Valve Manual 26177 Unpacking The valve is shipped in an airtight bag with desiccant to ensure a non-corrosive environment. We recommend that the valve be kept in its shipping container until installation. If the valve is to be stored for extended periods of time, encase the valve in an airtight container with desiccant.
  • Page 19: Electrical Connections

    There is a fuel vent port that must be vented to a safe location. In normal operation, this vent should have zero leakage. However, if excessive leakage is detected from this vent port, contact a Woodward representative for assistance. NEVER PLUG THE VENT PORT. Plugging the fuel vent port will cause the valve to malfunction or operate improperly.
  • Page 20: Chapter 4. Maintenance And Hardware Replacement

    Maintenance and Hardware Replacement Maintenance The only maintenance required for the Electric SonicFlo™ Valve is to inspect and lubricate the ball screw every year in accordance with the description below. In the event that any of the standard components of the valve become inoperative, field replacement is possible.
  • Page 21: Figure 4-2. Esv Ball Screw Cover And Ball Screw

    If the grease feels smooth, proceed to step 6. If the grease feels gritty, or thick like tar, contact your Woodward representative. 6. Apply a new film of grease to all exposed areas of the ball screw threads, ensuring complete coverage.
  • Page 22: Esv Actuator Rotation Instructions

    Electric SonicFlo Valve Manual 26177 10. Install the ten M5 x 0.8 cap screws with a 4 mm torque wrench. Torque all the screws to 4.0–5.1 Nm (35–45 lb-in). For Zone 1 / Division 1 products: Proper torque is very important to ensure that the unit is sealed properly.
  • Page 23: Figure 4-1. Cutaway View Of Esv

    Manual 26177 Electric SonicFlo Valve Spring Housing 4 X .500-13 Actuator Mounting Screw Overboard Vent Drain Connection Bonnet 4 X Spacer Valve Body Figure 4-1. Cutaway View of ESV Woodward...
  • Page 24: Chapter 5. Troubleshooting

    When requesting information or service help from Woodward, it is important to include the part number and serial number of the valve assembly in your communication.
  • Page 25 Piping flange bolts Rework bolts as needed to achieve improperly torqued torque requirements detailed in Chapter Packing missing or Return actuator to Woodward for deteriorated service. Valve will not Actuator command current Trace and verify that all wiring is in...
  • Page 26: Chapter 6. Service Options

    Woodward systems and components for the retrofits and overhauls, long term service contracts, emergency repairs, etc. You can locate your nearest Woodward distributor, AISF, RER, or RTR on our website at: www.woodward.com/directory...
  • Page 27: Woodward Factory Servicing Options

    Flat Rate Remanufacture: Flat Rate Remanufacture is very similar to the Flat Rate Repair option with the exception that the unit will be returned to you in “like- new” condition and carry with it the full standard Woodward product warranty (Woodward Product and Service Warranty 5-01-1205). This option is applicable to mechanical products only.
  • Page 28: Packing A Control

    Engineering Services Woodward offers various Engineering Services for our products. For these services, you can contact us by telephone, by email, or through the Woodward website.  Technical Support ...
  • Page 29: How To Contact Woodward

    Manual 26177 Electric SonicFlo Valve How to Contact Woodward For assistance, call one of the following Woodward facilities to obtain the address and phone number of the facility nearest your location where you will be able to get information and service.
  • Page 30 Electric SonicFlo Valve Manual 26177 Woodward...
  • Page 31: Electric Sonicflo™ Valve Specifications

    Electric SonicFlo™ Valve Specifications Valve Type Two way–right angle Trim Configuration Exponential (modified equal percentage—exponential to 30% valve position and linear from 30% to 100%) OR linear from 0% to 100% Type of Operation Run—valve open Trip—valve closed Fluid Ports...
  • Page 32: Declarations

    Declarations...
  • Page 34 Email and Website—www.woodward.com Woodward has company-owned plants, subsidiaries, and branches, as well as authorized distributors and other authorized service and sales facilities throughout the world. Complete address / phone / fax / email information for all locations is available on our website.

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