ABB PME120 User manual

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ABB MEASUREMENT & ANALYTICS | OPERATING INSTRUCTION
PME120/RHD250 to 4000 (Contrac)
Electrical rotary actuator
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ABB Automation Products GmbH
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Germany
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Electrical rotary actuator for the
operation of final control elements
OI/PME/RHD250/4000-EN Rev. F 05.2019 Original instruction
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PME120
RHD250
RHD500
RHD800
RHD1250
RHD2500
RHD4000
Introduction
Compact actuator for the operation of final control
elements with preferably 90° rotary movement such
as valve flaps, ball valves, etc.
The nominal torque is transferred through a lever
actuator. A special electronic unit controls the
actuator. The special electronic unit serves as the
interface between actuator and control system.
Additional Information
Additional documentation on PME120 / RHD250 /
500 / 800 / 1250 / 2500 / 4000 (Contrac) is available
for download free of charge at
www.abb.com/actuators.
Alternatively simply scan this code:
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Table of contents
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1Safety.......................................................................... 3
General information and instructions.................................. 3
Warnings.................................................................................... 3
Intended use .............................................................................4
Improper use.............................................................................4
Notes on data safety ...............................................................4
Warranty provisions.................................................................4
Manufacturer’s address..........................................................4
2Design and function .................................................. 5
Design ........................................................................................5
Principle of operation..............................................................5
Device designs..........................................................................6
PME120..................................................................................6
RHD ........................................................................................ 7
3Product identification ..............................................9
Name plate ................................................................................9
4Transport and storage............................................10
Inspection................................................................................10
Transporting the device........................................................10
Safety instructions............................................................10
Returning devices...................................................................10
Storing the device ..................................................................10
5Installation ............................................................... 11
Safety instructions................................................................. 11
Mounting ................................................................................. 11
Actuator check................................................................... 11
Installation instructions................................................... 11
Fastening the actuator..................................................... 11
Mounting position............................................................. 11
Assembly with the final control element ...................... 12
Installation variants ..........................................................14
Dimensions.............................................................................. 16
Control actuator PME120.................................................16
Direct adapter PME120-AI/-AN ....................................... 17
Control actuator RHD250 ................................................18
Control actuator RHD500 / RHD800 ............................. 19
Control actuator RHD1250 / RHD2500..........................20
Control actuator RHD4000.............................................. 21
Connection pipe and link rod ..........................................22
6Electrical connections.............................................24
Safety instructions.................................................................24
Conductor cross-section on universal plug.......................24
Conductor cross-section on electronic unit......................25
Cable glands.......................................................................25
Selection of suited connection cables...........................25
Integrated PME120-AI Electronic unit.................................26
Analog / Digital..................................................................26
PROFIBUS DP®....................................................................27
Electronic unit EAN823 (Contrac) for PME120-AN............28
Analog / Digital..................................................................28
PROFIBUS DP®....................................................................29
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Electronic unit EAS822 (Contrac) for PME120-AN............ 30
Analog / Digital ................................................................. 30
Electronic unit EBS853 (Contrac) / EBS861 (Contrac).....31
Analog / Digital ..................................................................31
PROFIBUS DP® ................................................................... 32
Electronic Unit EBN852 (Contrac)....................................... 33
Analog / Digital ................................................................. 33
Analog / Digital ................................................................. 34
7Commissioning ........................................................35
8Operation..................................................................35
Safety instructions ................................................................ 35
Automatic mode / Handwheel mode................................. 35
Manual operation................................................................... 35
Handwheel operation in combination with positioning
loop monitoring ................................................................ 36
9Diagnosis / error messages ...................................37
Electrical test values ............................................................. 37
10Maintenance .............................................................38
Safety instructions ................................................................ 38
General..................................................................................... 38
Inspection and overhaul ....................................................... 38
Maintenance plan.............................................................. 38
Removing the motor and adjusting the brakes ............... 39
Oil change ............................................................................... 39
PME oil types .....................................................................40
RHD oil types .....................................................................40
11Repair ....................................................................... 42
Returning devices .................................................................. 42
12Recycling and disposal ........................................... 42
Notice on RoHS II-Directive 2011/65/EU........................... 42
13Approvals and certifications ................................. 43
14Additional documents............................................ 43
15Appendix .................................................................. 44
Return form.............................................................................44
Installation declaration......................................................... 45

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1Safety
General information and instructions
These instructions are an important part of the product and
must be retained for future reference.
Installation, commissioning, and maintenance of the product
may only be performed by trained specialist personnel who have
been authorized by the plant operator accordingly. The specialist
personnel must have read and understood the manual and must
comply with its instructions.
For additional information or if specific problems occur that are
not discussed in these instructions, contact the manufacturer.
The content of these instructions is neither part of nor an
amendment to any previous or existing agreement, promise or
legal relationship.
Modifications and repairs to the product may only be performed
if expressly permitted by these instructions.
Information and symbols on the product must be observed.
These may not be removed and must be fully legible at all times.
The operating company must strictly observe the applicable
national regulations relating to the installation, function testing,
repair and maintenance of electrical products.
Warnings
The warnings in these instructions are structured as follows:
DANGER
The signal word ‘DANGER’ indicates an imminent danger.
Failure to observe this information will result in death or
severe injury.
WARNING
The signal word ‘WARNING’ indicates an imminent danger.
Failure to observe this information may result in death or
severe injury.
CAUTION
The signal word ‘CAUTION’ indicates an imminent danger.
Failure to observe this information may result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE
The signal word
‘
NOTIC
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indicates possible material damage.
Note
‘Note’ indicates useful or important information about the
product.

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… 1 Safety
Intended use
Control actuators are used exclusively for operating final control
elements (valves, valve flaps, etc.).
They may only be operated using a suited Contrac electronic unit
for field installation or mounting rack installation.
In addition to this operating instruction, the relevant
documentation for the electronic unit and software tool must be
observed.
Improper use
The following are considered to be instances of improper use of
the device:
• For use as a climbing aid, for example for mounting
purposes.
• For use as a bracket for external loads, for example as a
support for piping, etc.
• Material application, for example by painting over the
housing, name plate or welding/soldering on parts.
• Material removal, for example by spot drilling the
housing.
Notes on data safety
This product is designed to be connected to and to
communicate information and data via a network interface.
It is operator’s sole responsibility to provide and continuously
ensure a secure connection between the product and your
network or any other network (as the case may be).
Operator shall establish and maintain any appropriate measures
(such as but not limited to the installation of firewalls,
application of authentication measures, encryption of data,
installation of anti-virus programs, etc.) to protect the product,
the network, its system and the interface against any kind of
security breaches, unauthorized access, interference, intrusion,
leakage and / or theft of data or information.
ABB Automation Products GmbH and its affiliates are not liable
for damages and / or losses related to such security breaches,
any unauthorized access, interference, intrusion, leakage and /
or theft of data or information.
Warranty provisions
Using the device in a manner that does not fall within the scope
of its intended use, disregarding this manual, using
underqualified personnel, or making unauthorized alterations
releases the manufacturer from liability for any resulting
damage. This renders the manufacturer's warranty null and void.
Manufacturer’s address
ABB Automation Products GmbH
Measurement & Analytics
Schillerstr. 72
32425 Minden
Germany
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Customer service center
Tel: [phone]
Email: [email protected]

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2Design and function
Design
1Hand wheel crank
2Plug
3Lever
4Ball-and-socket joint
5Lever cover
6Adjustable stops (under the
lever cover)
7Gear housing
8Control motor
9Cover (for PME120-AI incl.
electronic unit)
jHand wheel release
Figure 1: PME120 (illustrations may differ from actual installation)
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1Hand wheel crank
2Handwheel
3Ball-and-socket joint
4Output lever
5Lever cover
6Output shaft
7Adjustable stops
(under the lever cover)
8Control motor
9Handwheel unlock
Figure 2: RHD (illustrations may differ from actual installation)
Principle of operation
Compact actuator for the operation of final control elements
with preferably 90° rotary movement such as valve flaps, ball
valves, etc.
The nominal torque is transferred through a lever actuator.
A special electronic unit controls the actuator. The special
electronic unit serves as the interface between actuator and
control system.
During continuous positioning, the electronic unit varies the
motor torque steplessly until the actuator force and the control
valve force are balanced. High response sensitivity and high
positioning accuracy with short positioning time ensure an
excellent control quality and a long actuator life.
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… 2 Design and function
Device designs
PME120
PME120-AI (integrated electronic unit) PME120-AI (separate electronic unit)
Operating mode S9 – 100%; stall-proof acc. to IEC 60034-1/EN 60034-1
IP rating IP 66 acc. to IEC 60529/EN 60529
NEMA 4X acc. to CAN/CSA22.2 No. 94
Humidity ≤95 % annual average; condensation not permitted
Ambient temperature −10 to 55 °C (15 to 130 °F)
−25 to 55 °C (−15 to 130 °F)
−10 to 65 °C (15 to 150 °F)
−25 to 55 °C (−15 to 130 °F)
−1 to 85 °C (30 to 185 °F)
Transport and storage temperature −25 to 70°C (−15 to 160 °F) −40 to 70 °C (−40 to 160 °F)
Long-term storage temperature −25 to 40 °C (−15 to 105 °F) −30 to 40 °C (−25 to 105 °F)
Mounting position any position; preferably IMB 3 acc. to IEC 60034-7 / EN 60034-7
Coating 2-layer component epoxy (RAL 9005, black)
Anti-condensation heater – Optional (separate power supply or power feed from
Contrac electronic unit)
Electrical connection – Electronic unit – Actuator connection cable:
Optional 5 m (16 ft), 10 m (32 ft) or 20 m (65 ft)
Max. 30 m (98 ft) for electronic unit EAN823
Max. 480 m (1575 ft) for electronic unit EAS822
(Follow the ‘electronic unit’ data sheet!)
Power supply for motor and sensors Via Contrac electronic unit only
PME120-AI PME120-AN
Nominal torque 100 Nm (80 lbf-ft), adjustable to 0.5, 0.75 or 1 × nominal torque
Starting torque 1.2 × nominal torque (break-away torque in end positions for short time 2 × nominal torque)
Rated time for 90°; adjustable 20 to 900 s
Rated operating speed, adjustable 4.5 to 0.1 °/s
Rated time for 90°; adjustable
(Temperature design −1 to 85 °C)
45 to 900 s
Rated operating speed, adjustable
(Temperature design −1 to 85 °C)
2.0 to 0.1 °/s
Operating angle Typically 90° (min. 35°; max. 270°), with lever and limit stops the mechanical limits in accordance with
operating instruction should be complied with.
Weight Approx. 36 kg (79 lb) Approx. 32 kg (70 lb)
Associated electronic unit Integrated electronic unit For field installation: EAN823
For rack installation: EAS822
Motor EM24
24 V 3~ asynchronous motor, insulation material class F DIN EN 60085
Sensors Position transmitter and temperature sensor always available

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RHD
RHD250 / RHD500 / RHD800 / RHD1250 / RHD2500 / 4000
Operating mode S9 – 100%; stall-proof acc. to IEC 60034-1/EN 60034-1
IP rating IP 66 acc. to IEC 60529/EN 60529
NEMA 4X acc. to CAN/CSA22.2 No. 94
Humidity ≤95 % annual average; condensation not permitted
Ambient temperature −10 to 65 °C (15 to 150 °F)
−30 to 50 °C (−20 to 125 °F)
−1 to 85 °C (30 to 185 °F)*
Transport and storage temperature −40 to 70 °C (−40 to 160 °F)
Long-term storage temperature −30 to 40 °C (−22 to 104 °F)
Mounting position any position; preferably IMB 3 acc. to IEC 60034-7 / EN 60034-7
Coating 2-layer component epoxy (RAL 9005, black)
Anti-condensation heater Motor winding: directly from electronic unit.
Signal space: separate heating resistor; separate power supply or power feed from Contrac electronic unit
Electrical connection Plug connection with crimp snap-in contacts or screw terminals
Connection cable for electronic unit – actuator available as an option (see ordering information for
electronic unit)
Power supply for motor and sensors Via Contrac electronic unit only
* 85 °C / 185 °F- design not available for all RHD variants.
RHD250-10
Nominal torque 250 Nm (185 lbf-ft), adjustable to 0.5, 0.75 or 1 × nominal torque
Starting torque 1.2 × nominal torque (break-away torque in end positions for short time 2 × nominal torque)
Rated time for 90°; adjustable 10 to 900 s
Rated operating speed, adjustable 9.0 to 0.1°/s
Operating angle Typically 90° (min. 35°; max. 270°), with lever and limit stops the mechanical limits in accordance with
operating instruction should be complied with.
Weight Approx. 45 kg (99 lb)
Associated electronic unit For field mounting: EBN853
For rack installation: EBS852
Motor MCS 71 BA
Sensors Position transmitter and temperature sensor always available

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… 2 Design and function
… Device designs
RHD500-10 RHD800-10
Nominal torque 500 Nm (370 lbf-ft), adjustable to 0.5, 0.75 or 1 ×
nominal torque
800 Nm (590 lbf-ft), adjustable to 0.5, 0.75 or 1 ×
nominal torque
Starting torque 1.2 ×nominal torque (break-away torque in end positions for short time 2 ×nominal torque)
Rated time for 90°; adjustable 10 to 900 s
Rated operating speed, adjustable 9.0 to 0.1°/s
Operating angle Typically 90° (min. 35°; max. 140°), with lever and limit stops the mechanical limits in accordance with
operating instruction should be complied with.
Weight Approx. 94 kg (207 lb) Approx. 97 kg (214 lb)
Associated electronic unit For field mounting: EBN853
For rack installation: EBS852
Motor MCS 71 BA MCS 80 BA
Sensors Position transmitter and temperature sensor always available
RHD1250-12 RHD2500-10 RHD2500-25
Nominal torque 1250 Nm (920 lbf-ft), adjustable to
0.5, 0.75 or 1 × nominal torque
2500 Nm (1850 lbf-ft), adjustable to 0.5, 0.75 or 1 × nominal torque
Starting torque 1.2 × nominal torque (break-away torque in end positions for short time 2 × nominal torque)
Rated time for 90°; adjustable 12 to 900 s 10 to 900 s 25 to 900 s
Rated operating speed, adjustable 7.5 to 0.1°/s 9.0 to 0.1 °/s 3.6 to 0.1 °/s
Operating angle Typically 90° (min. 35°; max. 140°), with lever and limit stops the mechanical limits in accordance with
operating instruction should be complied with.
Weight (including lever-type actuator) Approx. 227 kg (500 lb) Approx. 232 kg (511 lb) Approx. 227 kg (500 lb)
Associated electronic unit For field mounting: EBN853
For rack installation: EBS852
For field mounting: EBN861
For rack installation: EBS862
For field mounting: EBN853
For rack installation: EBS852
Motor MCS 80 BA MC 90 BA MCS 80 BA
Sensors Position transmitter and temperature sensor always available
RHD4000-10 RHD4000-40
Nominal torque 4000 Nm (2950 lbf-ft), adjustable to 0.5, 0.75 or 1 × nominal torque
Starting torque 1.2 × nominal torque (break-away torque in end positions for short time 2 × nominal torque)
Rated time for 90°; adjustable 10 to 900 s 40 to 900 s
Rated operating speed, adjustable 9.0 to 0.1°/s 2.25 to 0.1°/s
Operating angle Typically 90° (min. 35°; max. 270°), with lever and limit stops the mechanical limits in accordance with
operating instruction should be complied with.
Weight Approx. 290 kg (639 lb) Approx. 283 kg (624 lb)
Associated electronic unit For field mounting: EBN861
For rack installation: EBS862
For field mounting: EBN853
For rack installation: EBS852
Motor MC 100 BA MC 90 BA
Sensors Position transmitter and temperature sensor always available
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3Product identification
Name plate
1Full type designation
2Manufacturing number / NL-no.
(In the case of a non-listed
design)
3Output torque / Year of
manufacture
4Permissible ambient
temperature / IP-IP rating / CE
marking
5Min., max. operating angle /
max. operating speed / Heating
(optional)
6Filled oil types
7Associated Contrac electronic
unit
8Permissible voltage range /
mains frequency (for
PME120-AI only)
9Power consumption /
specifications for fuse
protection (for PME120-AI only)
jFree for customer-specific
information
Figure 3: PME name plate
1Full type designation
2Manufacturing number / NL-no.
(In the case of a non-listed
design)
3Output torque / Year of
manufacture
4Permissible ambient
temperature / IP-IP rating / CE
marking
5Min., max. operating angle /
max. operating speed / Heating
(optional)
6Filled oil types
7Associated Contrac electronic
unit
8Free
9Free
jFree for customer-specific
information
Figure 4: RHD name plate

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4Transport and storage
Inspection
Check the devices immediately after unpacking for possible
damage that may have occurred from improper transport.
Details of any damage that has occurred in transit must be
recorded on the transport documents.
All claims for damages must be submitted to the shipper
without delay and before installation.
Transporting the device
Safety instructions
DANGER
Danger to life due to falling or toppling loads.
Risk of death or serious injury due to the device falling down
or toppling over!
• Standing under suspended loads is prohibited.
• Do not detach the hoisting equipment until installation is
complete.
• Only use the dedicated load pick-up devices (eyebolts) for
suspending the components.
Consider the following items during transport:
• Pay attention to the device weight details.
• Do not expose the device to humidity during transport.
Pack the device accordingly.
• Pay attention to the permissible transportation
temperatures for the device.
Returning devices
For the return of devices, follow the instructions in Repair on
page 42.
Storing the device
Note
The storage data provided below assumes that the devices are
fully closed and thus comply with the IP rating stated in the
specification.
When devices are supplied, their IP rating is guaranteed. If the
devices have been tested or commissioned, the IP rating needs
to be guaranteed before they are put into storage.
The devices may be stored under moist and corrosive conditions
for a short time. The equipment is protected against external
corrosive influences. However, direct exposure to rain, snow,
etc., must be avoided.
The permissible storage and transport temperatures must be
observed.
Devices equipped with a heater are also protected by desiccant,
which is placed in the following locations where condensation
may be a problem:
Position sensor: In connection chamber
Electronic unit In electrical connection chamber
The desiccant guarantees sufficient protection for
approximately 150 days. It can be regenerated at a temperature
of 90 °C (114 °F) within 4 h.
Remove the desiccant prior to commissioning the actuator or
the electronics.
If you intend to store or transport the device for a prolonged
period (> 6 months), we recommend that you wrap it in plastic
film and add desiccant.
Protect uncovered metallic surfaces with an appropriate long-
term corrosion inhibitor.
The relevant long-term storage temperatures must be observed.

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5Installation
Safety instructions
DANGER
Danger to life due to falling or toppling loads.
Risk of death or serious injury due to the device falling down
or toppling over!
• Standing under suspended loads is prohibited.
• Do not detach the hoisting equipment until installation is
complete.
• Only use the dedicated load pick-up devices (eyebolts) for
suspending the components.
Please observe the following safety instructions
• Only qualified specialists may mount and adjust the control
actuator, and make the electrical connection.
• When working on the actuator or the electronics always
observe the locally valid accident prevention regulations and
the regulations concerning the construction of technical
installations.
• Switch off the supply voltage and take precautions to
prevent unintentional switch-on.
Mounting
Actuator check
Before you start to install the actuator make sure that the
delivery status corresponds to the ordered status and to the
intended use.
• Check the oil level when installing the device in positions
other than IMB 3.
• Once the actuator is installed, fasten the vent valve in the
uppermost oil hole.
• Prior to commissioning the device, make sure that the motor
and the connection chambers are free of dirt, humidity and
corrosion.
Installation instructions
• Make sure that no process forces are exerted on the final
control element.
• Do not lift the actuator by the motor or handwheel.
• The load pick-up device (eyebolt) attached to the actuator
may only be loaded in the vertical direction. Only use the load
pick-up device to lift / lower the actuator (without final
control element mounted).
• Make sure that the actuator is accessible from all sides so
that convenient handwheel operation, electrical connection,
or exchange of assemblies is possible.
• Select the installation location such to avoid direct exposure
to rain, snow and other environmental influences.
• The control actuators can withstand vibration loadings in
accordance with EN 60068-2-6, Table C.2 to 150 Hz and max.
2 g.
• The substructure should be designed to be level and torsion-
resistant.
• When mounting the actuator close to heat sources use an
insulating layer or shielding.
• Make sure that the maximum ambient temperature is not up-
scaled. If required, provide a sunshield to protect against
direct sunlight.
Fastening the actuator
1..Place the actuator on the fastening device in the correct
position. Pay attention to the rotating direction in
combination with the final control element.
2.Fasten the actuator using four screws. Use the biggest
possible screw diameter and observe the tightening torque
(see table Locking and fastening elements on page 14).
Mounting position
The spur gearing of the actuator PME120 and RHD250 /
RHD500 / RHD800 / RHD1250 / RHD2500 / RHD4000 (Contrac)
are lubricated with oil. They contain the max. oil quantity when
leaving the manufacturer. Once the actuator is installed replace
the uppermost check plug by the separately supplied venting
plug.
1Control screw 2Vent valve
Figure 5: Permissible mounting positions
The mounting positions presented are permissible. To facilitate
mounting and maintenance, however, it is recommended that
you use position IMB 3 For each mounting position, you should
check the specified oil level before commissioning, , Filling
volumes on page 40.

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… 5 Installation
… Mounting
Note
It is important that sufficient cooling air is supplied, sufficient
space is available for changing components and free access is
guaranteed to the electronic unit cover (PME120-AI).
To achieve this, allow for the following minimum distances:
Actuator A
PME120 30 mm (1.18 in)
RHD250 40 mm (1.57 in)
RHD500 / RHD800 30 mm (1.18 in)
RHD1250 / RHD2500 40 mm (1.57 in)
RHD4000 40 mm (1.57 in)
Assembly with the final control element
WARNING
Risk of injuries due to crushing between the lever and the
stops or between the lever and the coupling rod,
respectively!
• Prior to starting any mechanical work on the device,
switch off the voltage supply to the motor and take
precautions to prevent unintentional switch-on.
WARNING
Risk of injury due to live parts!
• When working on the actuator or the related subassembly,
switch off the power supply for the electronic unit and
separate anti-condensation heater (option), and take
precautions to prevent unintentional switch-on!
NOTICE
Vibrational loading may cause the lever cover to come off!
• Secure the lever cover with the appropriate screw locking
devices!
Note
Before finally coupling the actuator to the valve, let it once
overshoot the actual ‘OPEN’ and ‘CLOSED’ end positions by at
least 10 %.
Preparation for mounting with lever
1.Make sure that the shaft and lever hole surface are clean and
free of grease.
2.Determine the length of the coupling tube (not included in
the scope of delivery) on-site.
3.Move the final control element to the ‘CLOSED’ end position.
4.Use the handwheel to move the actuator into the proper end
position. Observe the permissible angle.
5.Refer to relevant data sheet for the required length of the
connection pipe.
6.In order to fasten the second ball-and-socket joint, provide a
cone in the lever of the final control element, in accordance
with the dimensions.
7.Insert the ball-and-socket joint, and secure with crown nut
and split-pin.
8.Remove the welding bushings and weld them to the coupling
tube.
9.Insert the link rod between the two ball-and-socket joints
and screw it in.
10.The ‘L’ dimension can be adjusted by turning the link rod.
11.When adjustment is finished, fasten the counter nuts.
Travel-dependent stop adjustment
1.Remove the lever cover.
2.Move the actuator lever / final control element to the end
position requiring finer mechanical adjustment.
3.Put the limit stop onto the toothing as close to the actuator
lever as possible and fasten it with screws.
4.Do not fix the mechanical limit stops within the adjusted
operating range.
5.Move the driver lever towards the limit stop using the
handwheel; turn the link rod for fine adjustment.
6.Tighten the counter nuts.
7.Fasten the limit stop in the other mounting position close to
the end position, depending on the toothing.
8.Re-attach the lever cover. Observe the tightening torque!

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Force-dependent stop adjustment
1.First make adjustment as described in Travel-dependent
stop adjustment (action steps 1 to 4).
2.Prior to re-fastening the counter nut, turn the link rod with
the hand wheel locked in place to provide pretension in the
closed position of the valve.
3.Lock the hand wheel.
4.Turn the link rod or slightly shift the mechanical limit stop to
get a small gap between the lever and the limit stop. The
procedure depends on the stiffness of the linkage
arrangement.
5.Tighten the counter-nuts and limit stop screws.
6.Re-attach the lever cover. Observe the tightening torque!
Preparing for installation with direct adapter for PME120
1.Make a hole in the direct adapter in accordance with the valve
shaft. For the layout, make sure that the resulting torques
can be transferred safely. Observe the position of keyed
connection elements in relation to the possible mounting
positions for the coupling.
2.Make sure that the valve shaft and direct adapter hole are
clean and free of grease.
3.The direct adapter for the actuator is designed with an F10
flange in accordance with ISO5211. A corresponding
centering ring is delivered loose with the actuator. Make sure
that the flange for the direct adapter fits the flange for the
valve.
4.Mount the actuator on the valve flange with four screws.
Make sure the actuator is centered precisely. Tighten the
screws using a torque of 50 Nm (37 lbf-ft). The valve-side and
actuator-side section of the coupling must interlock.
Travel-dependent stop adjustment
1.Remove the cover from the adjustment screws.
2.Move the actuator coupling / final control element into the
proper end position.
3.Release the lock nut of the adjustment screw for the limit
stop lever and turn the adjustment screw against the limit
stop. Tighten the lock nut with a torque of 70 Nm (52 lbf-ft).
4.Re-attach the lever cover. Observe the tightening torque.
Force-dependent stop adjustment
1.Remove the cover from the adjustment screws.
2.Make sure that the valve can be subjected to the resulting
torques.
3.Move the actuator coupling / final control element into the
proper end position.
4.The adjustment screw for the limit stop may not touch the
limit stop lever. If the limit stop lever touches the set screw
before reaching the end position, release the counter-nut
and unscrew the set screw even more. Then tighten the
counter nut with a torque of 70 Nm (52 lbf-ft).
5.Re-attach the lever cover. Observe the tightening torque.

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… 5 Installation
… Mounting
Installation variants
Locking and fastening elements
Locking screws of mechanical limit stops
Actuator Tightening torque Nm (lbf-ft)
PME 46 (34)
RHD250 79 (58)
RHD500 / RHD800 195 (144)
RHD1250 / RHD2500 670 (494)
RHD4000 670 (494)
lever clamping screw
Actuator Tightening torque Nm (lbf-ft)
PME 23 (17)
RHD250 79 (58)
RHD500 / RHD800 195 (144)
RHD1250 / RHD2500 390 (288)
RHD4000 390 (288)
Mounting screw (property class 8.8)
Actuator Hole diameter
mm (in)
tensile strength
N/mm2 (lbf/in2)
Yield strength
N/mm2 (lbf/in2)
PME 12 (0.47) 800 (116032) 640 (93550)
RHD250 12 (0.47)
RHD500 / RHD800 18 (0.71)
RHD1250 / RHD2500 20 (0.78)
RHD4000 20 (0.78)
Lever cover
Actuator Tightening torque Nm (lbf-ft)
PME 2.5 +0.5 (1.8 +0.4)
RHD250 2.5 +0.5 (1.8 +0.4)
RHD500 / RHD800 6.5 +0.5 (4.8 +0.4)
RHD1250 / RHD2500 25 +5 (18.4 +3.9)
RHD4000 25 +5 (18.4 +3.9)
PME direct adapter cover
Actuator Tightening torque Nm (lbf-ft)
PME 4.0 +0.5 (2.9 +0.4)
Specifications for linkage of ball-and-socket valve in driver lever cone
Actuator Ball-and-socket
joint
ThreadTightening torque
Nm (lbf ft)
PME A19 M10 × 1 18 (13)
RHD250 A24 M14 × 1.5 45 (33)
RHD500 / RHD800 B30 M18 × 1.5 93 (69)
RHD1250 / RHD2500 B35 M20 × 1.5 126 (93)
RHD4000 B50 M30 × 1.5 258 (190)
Mounting with lever
1Actuator lever
2Mechanical limit stop with
locking screw
3Lever clamping screw
4Fixing screws
5Flap lever
6Mounting surface
(rigid, level support)
7Link rod α≥15° (≥20°)*, βin
accordance with final control
element manufacturer
Figure 6: Component lever actuator
* For actuator types RHD(E)800, RHD(E)1250, RHD(E)2500 and RHD(E)4000

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Installation with additional output elements
When mounting an additional drive element instead of the
standard lever, the following installation conditions must be
observed:
Maximum permissible shaft loads
Type radial force at
distance x
N (lbf)
Distance x
from shaft
edge
mm (in)
axial force
N (lbf)
Max. output
torque
PME 943 (212) 30 (1.18) 164 (36.87) Occasionally,
2-times
nominal torque
for short time
RHD250 1767 (397.24) 40 (1.57) 310 (69.69)
RHD500 /
RHD800
7542 (1695.51) 35 (1.38) 1310 (294.50)
RHD1250 /
RHD2500
10100 (2270.57) 50 (1.97) 1750 (393.42)
RHD4000 14142 (3179.25) 55 (2.17) 2455 (551.91)
Figure 7: Shaft end
Configuring the drive element hub
The new output element is mechanically connected to the
actuator shaft via a hole with feather key groove. This
connection should be designed so that the nominal torque and
any possible max. output torque is transmitted securely. The
drive element must be mounted securely on the output drive
shaft with suitable measures to prevent axial shift. For the new
drive element, you can use the current mechanical stops.
The following parameters must be observed:
Type Hole diameter
mm (in)
Feather key width
mm (in)
Hub length
mm (in)
PME 24 +0.033
(0.944 +0.0013)
8 −0.015/−0.051
(0.31 −0.0006 /
−0.0020)
32 (1.26)
RHD250 30 +0.033
(1.18 +0.0013)
8 −0.015 / −0.051
(0.31 −0.0006 /
−0.0020)
50 (1.97)
RHD500 /
RHD800
50 +0.039
(1.97 +0.0015)
14 −0.018 / −0.061
(0.55 −0.0007 /
−0.0024)
70 (2.76)
RHD1250 /
RHD2500
70 +0.075 / +0.030
(2.76 +0.0030 / +0.0012)
20 −0.022 / −0.074
(0.79 −0.0311 /
−0.0029)
100 (3.94)
RHD4000 85 +0.090 / +0.036
(3.35 +0.0035 / +0.0014)
25 −0.018 / −0.061
(0.98 −0.0007 /
−0.0024)
140 (5.51)
Minimum yield strength of the hub Rp 0.2 for all actuators:
• 320 N/mm2(46412.80 lbf/in2)
Change from tw o to one column

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… 5 Installation
Dimensions
Control actuator PME120
1Space for disassembly
2Direct adapter
3 View ‘X’ plug only
4 Plug holder (not to scale)
Figure 8: Dimensions in mm (in)

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Direct adapter PME120-AI/-AN
1M
A= 40 Nm
2M10; 15 deep
3 Centered, undrilled
Figure 9: Dimensions in mm (in)
F10 flange as per EN ISO 5211
Materials
• Flange: EN-JS1050 in accordance with DIN EN 1563 (GGG50 in accordance with DIN 1693)
• Shaft: EN-JS1030 in accordance with DIN EN 1563 (GGG40 in accordance with DIN 1693)

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… 5 Installation
… Dimensions
Control actuator RHD250
1 S = Center of gravity
2 Removal dimension
3 Space for removing the cover
4 Plug holder (not to scale)
Figure 10: Dimensions in mm (in)

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Control actuator RHD500 / RHD800
1S = Center of gravity
2 Removal dimension
3 Space for removing the cover
4 Plug holder (not to scale)
Figure 11: Dimensions in mm (in)

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… 5 Installation
… Dimensions
Control actuator RHD1250 / RHD2500
1 S = Center of gravity
2 Removal dimension
3 Space for removing the cover
4 Plug holder (not to scale)
Figure 12: Dimensions in mm (in)