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3583150/4
(P100018817-B)
IM-P344-01 CTLS Issue 4
Electric Linear Actuators
Installation and Maintenance Instructions
AEL3 Electric Linear Actuators
AEL3
1. Safety information
2. General product information
3. Installation
4. Commissioning
5. Maintenance
IM-P344-01
CTLS Issue 4
© Copyright 2020
1
Printed in GB
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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
Safety Information
Wiring notes
Precautions for safe wiring to prevent user and product hazards.
Safety requirements and electromagnetic compatibility
Details on CE marking, EMC compliance, and potential interference sources.
Intended use
Guidance on verifying product suitability for intended applications and system integration.
Access
Ensuring safe access and working platforms for maintenance and installation.
Lighting
Requirement for adequate lighting during intricate work or maintenance.
Hazardous environment around the product
Considerations for hazardous environments like explosive areas or extreme temperatures.
The system
Assessing the impact of proposed actions on the overall system and personnel safety.
Pressure systems
Procedures for isolating and venting pressure systems safely before work.
Temperature
Allowing time for temperature normalization after isolation to prevent burns.
Tools and consumables
Ensuring availability of correct tools and genuine spare parts for work.
Protective clothing
Advising on the use of appropriate protective clothing for various hazards.
Permits to work
Guidelines on supervision, training, and permit-to-work systems for safety.
Handling
Risk assessment and methods for safe manual handling of actuators.
Residual hazards
Awareness of external surface temperatures and safe dismantling procedures.
Freezing
Recommendations for protecting products from frost damage in cold environments.
Disposal
Information on product recyclability and anticipated environmental impact.
Returning products
Requirements for providing hazard information when returning products.
General Product Information
Use
Details on the intended applications and compatibility with control valves.
Operation
Explanation of actuator operation modes (continuous, 2-point, 3-point) and switch configurations.
Manual operation
Instructions for using the external crank handle for manual positional setting.
Installation
Location
Guidelines for selecting an appropriate mounting location considering temperature and humidity.
Connecting the actuator to the valve
Detailed procedures for physically connecting the actuator to different valve types.
Mounting to 2-port Spira-trol valves
Step-by-step guide for mounting the actuator onto 2-port Spira-trol valves.
Mounting to QL 3-way valves
Step-by-step guide for mounting the actuator onto QL 3-way valves.
Electrical connection
Instructions for making the necessary electrical connections to the actuator.
Valve Motor Drive connection for 24V powered actuator
Wiring diagrams for 24V actuators using Valve Motor Drive signals.
Signal connection for 24 V powered actuator: 4-20 mA or 0-10 V
Wiring diagrams for 24V actuators using 4-20 mA or 0-10 V control signals.
Switch coding
Explanation of switch settings for continuous mode operation and running time.
Initialisation
Procedures for automatic and manual initialization of the actuator after installation.
LED functions
Description of LED indicators and their meanings for status and diagnostics.
Actuator removal
Steps for safely removing the actuator from the valve, including spring tension.
100 V and 230 V power module installation
Instructions for installing optional power modules for different voltage supplies.
Valve Motor Drive connection for actuators fitted with power module
Wiring for 24V actuators with power modules using Valve Motor Drive.
Signal connection for actuators fitted with a power module: 4-20 mA or 0-10 V
Wiring for actuators with power modules using 4-20 mA or 0-10 V signals.
Removing the power module
Procedure for safely disconnecting and removing an installed power module.
Installing the auxiliary switches
Steps for installing auxiliary switches in normal environmental conditions.
High temperature extension kit
Instructions for installing extension kits for high-temperature applications.
Commissioning
Preliminary checks - All actuators
Essential checks to perform before commissioning the actuator and valve assembly.
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