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Holter Regelarmaturen GmbH & Co. KG Valves for heating, ventilation, air conditioning – for industrial and power plant use Operating Manual Pneumatic membrane actuators Types PA-N 160 and PA-N 280 0508 / 112966 / HORA / GB PA-N160+280_GB_0508...
Connection of the control air conduit and components ........10 Reversal of the operating mode and exchanging spares ........ 10 4.4.1 PA-N 160 and PA-N 280 without manual positioning ........10 4.4.2 PA-N 160 and PA-N 280 with manual positioning ........... 12 5 Commissioning &...
1.3 Validity of this user manual This user manual is only valid for the actuator types PA-N 160 and PA-N 280 with or without manual adjustment. The regulations, directives and information stated in this operating manual are valid for the European Community.
1.4 Safety information and regulations 1.4.1 Meaning of the information Danger: Means that death, serious personal injury or serious material damage may be incurred if the respective safety measures are ignored. Attention: Means that material damage or adverse environmental influences may occur if this information is ignored.
1.5 Warranty The scope and period of warranty is stated in the manufacturer’s “General Terms of Delivery“. The latest valid issue, at the time of delivery, is decisive. Amongst others no liability shall be accepted for damages to the actuators arising due to one or more of the reasons stated below: •...
0,84 {51,26} Table 1: Volumes and weights (total volume equals stroke volume + air volume with relaxed springs) Picture 1: Actuator type PA-N 280 SC and SO without and with manual positioning (structure identical for PA-N 160) ØB ØI ØO Actuator...
3.4 Sectional drawing with parts list Picture 2: Actuator type PA-N 160 SC and SO without and with manual positioning (structure identical for PA-N 280) Position Designation Position Designation Position Designation Spindle 10.7 O-ring Grooved clamping pin Ring divided Cover bottom...
4.1 Installation of the actuator onto the valve For diagonal installation position the actuator must be installed in a way that the position of the columns generate the maximum resistance torque (see picture 3). Picture 3: Position of the columns for horizontal installation From a diagonal position of 30°...
For all the installations carried out here, the actuator must be taken off the valve (see chapter 4.2). If the operating mode or the spring force has been altered, the type label must also be altered. 4.4.1 PA-N 160 and PA-N 280 without manual positioning The following steps are necessary to dismantle the actuator: •...
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• For operating mode SO: Remove top cover (14). Pull the spindle components with the braced parts (1 – 8) from the cover bottom (11). Remove the spring centring sheets (12) and the pressure springs (13) from the cover bottom (11). If the guide is to be replaced (10), undo the groove nut (19) and pull the guide (10) from the cover bottom (11).
4.4.2 PA-N 160 and PA-N 280 with manual positioning The following steps are necessary to dismantle the actuator: • Bring the manual positioning in zero position (turning safeguard (34) and marking on the column (20) at the same level). To do so, first unlock drop-in pin (45).
5.2 Maintentance The pneumatic actuators are low-maintenance. The guide (10) and the membranes (4) are consumables have to be replaced if necessary. To ensure continuous readiness for use of the manual positioning, we recommend to check the greasing situation of the threaded spindle (32) every 3 months and, if necessary, put grease directly onto the thread. The spindle is lubricated at the factory.
6 Error search list error Possible causes Measures Actuator • • Manual positioning is not in Bring manual positioning into zero position spindle zero position. (see chapter 5.1) moving • • Compressed air is not in Check compressed air system. contact with actuator.
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Holter Regelarmaturen GmbH & Co. KG Heizungs-, Lüftungs-, Klimaarmaturen - Industrie- und Kraftwerksarmaturen Operating Instructions Pneumatic Actuators Type PA-N 540 – PA-N 2160 0405 / 111503 / HORA / GB PA-N 540-2160_GB_0405.doc...
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Contents Contents......................3 1 General Information ................4 Manufacturer's Contact Address................4 Modification Rights & Copyright ................4 Validity of Operating Instructions ................4 Safety Instructions & Regulations................5 1.4.1 Significance of Instructions ................5 1.4.2 General Safety Instructions................5 1.4.3 Qualified Personnel....................5 Warranty .........................6 2 Transportation, Storage & Handling ............7 3 Specification, Technical Data..............8 Application ......................8 Function &...
Tel. : +49 – (0) – 5207 – 8903 – 0 +49 – (0) – 5207 – 88 037 Email: mail@hora.de Website: http://www.hora.de 1.2 Modification Rights & Copyright The regulations, guidelines, standards etc. cited in these Operating Instructions comply with the latest information status during their production and we do not provide an updating service.
1.4 Safety Instructions & Regulations 1.4.1 Significance of Instructions Danger: Means that death, serious injury or considerable damage to property can occur if the relevant precautions are not taken. Caution: Means that damage property or the environment can occur if this advice is not adhered to.
1.5 Warranty The extent and duration of a guarantee is stated in the Manufacturer's "General Terms & Conditions of Supply". The latest edition valid at the time of delivery is decisive in each case. Amongst others no liability shall be accepted for damages to the actuators arising due to one or more of the reasons stated below: •...
2 Transportation, Storage & Handling The following points should be observed during transportation and intermediate storage: • The actuator should be stored in a dry environment until installation. • The transportation and storage temperature should be between -30°C and +60°C. •...
3 Specification, Technical Data 3.1 Application Pneumatic control actuators are designed directly for actuating control valves. They are particularly suitable for utilisation in control systems in the chemical industry. They achieve high actuating powers with short actuating times. A safety position is also assured in the event of actuating pressure failure by the springs. 3.2 Function &...
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Operation Operation Fig. 3: Actuator Type PA-N 1080 SO & SC without and with Manual control 9 / 19...
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Operation Operation Fig. 4: Actuator Type PA-N 2160 SO & SC without and with manual control 10 / 19...
Table 2 lists standard actuators with their application limits. Drive Diaphragm Control Approx. weight Stroke Spring range surface area pressure [kg] connection without with manual [cm²] manual control [mm] [bar] control PA-N 540 G ½ 0.7 – 1.0 1.4 – 2.0 2.1 –...
4.1 Fitting the Actuator to the Valve For installation at an angle, fit the actuator so that the maximum resistance force is achieved by the position of the supports (see Fig. 5). Fig. 5: Position of Supports for Horizontal Installation Supporting the actuator weight is recommended starting from an angle of 30°...
4.2 Removing the Actuator from the Valve • Move the actuator into the central position using air pressure. Danger Ensure that compressed air cannot escape accidentally from the actuator. A pressure drop in the actuator can cause prestress between the valve and actuator spindle (1) and ejection of the coupling (22) (if the cheese-head screws (23) have been removed).
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• With SO operation: Remove the upper casing (16). Remove the spindle assembly together with the screwed parts (1 – 8) from the lower casing (12). Take the ring (13) and the pressure springs (14 and/or 15) from the lower casing (12). Should the guide (10) and/or screw connector (11) need to be renewed, unscrew the screw connector (11) and remove the guide (10) from the lower casing (12).
4.4.2 PA-N 540 & PA-N 1080 with Manual Control Proceed as follows to dismantle the actuator: • Bring the manual control into the zero position (stroke indicator on housing (36 & 39) between the grooves on the manual control supports (43)) . •...
• With SO operation: Put the bush (2), the O ring (3), the disc (4), the diaphragm (5; ensure that the diaphragm fabric is on the disc side) and the washer (6) onto the spindle (1). Screw the spindle (35) tightly onto the spindle and secure with setscrew (8).
5 Commissioning & Maintenance 5.1 Commissioning If the actuator is fitted with a manual control, it shall be brought into the zero position (stroke indicator on housing (36 & 39) between the grooves on the manual control supports (43)). Open the locking bolt (53) and turn the handwheel (50 for PA-N 540;...
6 Troubleshooting List Fault Possible Cause Measures Actuator • Manual control not in zero • Bring the manual control into the zero spindle position. position (see Chapter 5.1) moving • Compressed air not connected • Check compressed air system. to actuator. •...
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