Mesto Neles ValvGuard VG9000H User manual

Neles ValvGuard™
VG9000H
Rev. 2.3
Installation, Maintenance and
Operating Instructions
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Table of Contents
1 NELES VALVGUARD VG9000H
INTELLIGENT SAFETY SOLENOID WITH HART
COMMUNICATION ................................................ 3
1.1 General........................................................................3
1.2 Technical description of VG9000H....................3
1.3 System architecture ...............................................4
1.4 Markings.....................................................................4
1.5 Technical specifications........................................5
1.6 Recycling and disposal.........................................8
1.7 Safety precautions ..................................................8
2 TRANSPORTATION, RECEPTION AND
STORAGE ............................................................... 9
3 MOUNTING ............................................................ 9
3.1 General........................................................................9
3.2 Mounting on Metso actuators with
VDI/VDE mounting face........................................9
3.3 Mounting on linear actuator with
IEC 60534 mounting face .....................................9
3.4 Mounting and installation of VG9300 .......... 10
3.5 Piping .......................................................................11
3.6 Electrical connections......................................... 15
4 LOCAL USER INTERFACE (LUI)............................16
4.1 Measurement monitoring.................................16
4.2 Guided start-up..................................................... 17
4.3 Configuration menu...........................................17
4.4 Configuration parameters ................................17
4.5 Valve travel calibration....................................... 19
4.6 Testing, TESt........................................................... 19
4.7 Advance parameters........................................... 20
4.8 Special displays..................................................... 20
4.9 HART burst mode................................................. 21
5 MAINTENANCE.................................................... 21
5.1 Opening and closing of the cover.................. 21
5.2 Prestage ..................................................................21
5.3 Spool valve ............................................................22
5.4 Communication circuit board ........................ 22
6 MESSAGES ........................................................... 23
7 TROUBLE SHOOTING.......................................... 24
8 VG9_H/D_, VG9_H/R_, VG9_H/I_, VG9_H/K_,
VG9_H/T01
(WITH LIMIT SWITCHES OR SIL PT) .................... 24
8.1 Introduction............................................................24
8.2 Installing limit switches on ValvGuard..........27
8.3 Electrical connections .........................................27
8.4 Adjustment of limit switches............................27
8.5 Position transmitter (T01) calibration
instructions .............................................................27
8.6 Removal of the limit switches and position
transmitter for accessing the ValvGuard.....28
8.7 Circuit diagrams ....................................................28
8.8 Maintenance...........................................................28
9 TOOLS.................................................................. 28
10 ORDERING SPARE PARTS................................... 28
11 DRAWINGS AND PARTS LISTS ........................... 29
11.1 Exploded view and parts list, VG9000H .......29
11.2 Exploded view and parts list,
VG9_/D_, VG9_/R_, VG9_/I_, VG9_/K_,
VG9_/T01 .................................................................31
11.3 Mounting parts for Metso B_U-series
actuators .................................................................33
11.4 Mounting parts for Quadra-Powr®
actuators .................................................................33
11.5 Mounting parts for linear actuators...............34
11.6 Connection diagrams..........................................35
12 DIMENSIONS ................................................... 42
13 CONFIGURATION PARAMETERS........................ 49
14 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................. 50
15 TYPE CODING...................................................... 51

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1 NELES VALVGUARD VG9000H
INTELLIGENT SAFETY SOLENOID WITH
HART COMMUNICATION
1.1 General
This manual incorporates Installation, Maintenance and Oper-
ation Instructions for the Metso’s Neles ValvGuard VG9000H.
The VG9000H may be used with either cylinder or diaphragm
type pneumatic actuators for rotary or linear valves.
1.2 Technical description of VG9000H
Neles ValvGuard VG9000H is a 4–20 mA loop-powered
microcontroller-based intelligent safety solenoid and par-
tial stroke test device with HART communication. Device is
suitable to be used in safety related application up to and
including SIL 3 acc. to IEC 61508.
See Safety Manual for functional safety figures and other
safety related details.
The device safety position is 6.0 mA or below. When VG9_L3
version is used, the safety position is 10.0 mA or below. The
device stays alive even at 3.7 mA input signal (at 7.7 mA
when VG9_L3 is used) and communicates via HART.
Optional Remote Communication Interface RCI9H2 is
required if the safety system output is binary (DO) 24 V DC.
See separate RCI9H2 technical bulletin (9RCI21EN) for
detailed instructions.
Main components of ValvGuard are spool valve (SV), pre-
stage unit (PR) and micro controller (µC). Spool valve and
prestage unit are the only components, which takes part of
the safety action. Spool valve controls the main airflow
between supply- (S), actuator- (C1, C2) and exhaust (EXH)
connections. The spool is operated by spring force to fail
safe position and by pneumatic force generated by the pre-
stage valve to the normal position. The prestage valve is
coil operated flapper valve (normally open). Coil of the pre-
stage is energized with the safety control part and it is con-
trolled by the micro controller. Micro controller cannot
prevent the safety action. Pressure sensors (Px) and position
sensor (α) are used to getting the measurements for con-
trolling the PST and other tests. Measurements from the
sensors are used for the device diagnostics.
The VG9000H contains a Local User Interface enabling local
configuration. A PC with Metso Valve ManagerTM software
together with Metso's FieldCare or any other FDT frame soft-
ware can be used for advanced configuration and diagnostics.
The powerful 32-bit microcontroller controls the valve posi-
tion during partial stroke and other special testing. The
measurements include:
Input signal
Valve position with contactless sensor
Actuator pressures, 2 independent measurements
Supply pressure
Device temperature
Housing pressure
Advanced self-diagnostics guarantees that all measure-
ments operate correctly. Failure of any measurement does
not cause the valve to go to fail-safe position. After connec-
tions of electric signal and pneumatic supply the micro con-
troller (µC) reads the input signal, position sensor (α) and
pressure sensors (Ps, P1, P2 and P3). This information is used
to run the partial stroke tests and other tests.
1.2.1 Technical description of VG9000H_P
Neles ValvGuard VG9000H with P-option (VG9000H_P) is a
4–20 mA loop-powered microcontroller-based partial
stroke test device with HART communication. This device is
for partial stroke test (PST) only and must be used together
with an additional solenoid valve for the safety action.
The prestage valve of the device is coil operated flapper
valve (normally open). Coil of the prestage is normally de-
energized and it is controlled by the micro controller for
testing and calibration. Signal failure does not affect to the
valve position.
NOTE:
The selection and use of the ValvGuard in a specific appli-
cation requires close consideration of detailed aspects.
Due to the nature of the product, this manual cannot
cover all the likely situations that may occur when install-
ing, using or servicing the ValvGuard.
If you are uncertain about the use of the controller or its
suitability for your intended use, please contact local
Metso office for more information.
NOTE:
HART communication can be used for informational pur-
poses, but is not safety certified for diagnostic annunciation.
NOTE:
RCI9H2 includes the Ex-isolator, so there is no need for
separate Ex-isolator in intrinsically safe installations.
NOTE:
Micro controller is only able to control the prestage if
safety control part is energized. Micro controller can never
prevent the safety action to happen since safety action is
the same as there’s no voltage in the safety control part.
Fig. 1 The principle of operation
NOTE:
VG9000H_P version has fundamentally different function-
ality to other VG9000H versions. This version can be iden-
tified by the green cover.

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The device stays alive even at 3.7 mA input signal and com-
municates via HART. 4 mA is a normal state of the device.
When input signal is 6 mA and above, PST is possible. When
input signal is 8 mA and above, PST and travel calibration
are possible. The valve cannot be driven from the normal
position by any input signal. Thus the safety action needs to
be done with an additional solenoid valve.
1.3 System architecture
VG9000H can be connected directly to safety system
analog output module (AO, 4-20 mA). See Fig. 2 for the gen-
eral wiring principle.
VG9000H can also be connected to safety system digital
output module (DO, 0/24 V DC) via RCI unit. See Fig. 3 for
the wiring principle with RCI unit.
There is also a Local Control Panel option (LCP9H_). It can
be used together with VG9000H or VG9000H with RCI unit.
See Fig. 4. for the wiring principles with Local Control Panel.
See Section 3.5 for wiring details. See LCP manual
(7LCP9H70en) for further LCP details. See RCI bulletin
(9RCI21en) for further RCI details.
VG9000H_P must be used together with an additional sole-
noid valve (SOV). See Fig. 5 for the general wiring principle.
1.4 Markings
The ValvGuard is equipped with an identification plate
(Fig. 6).
Identification plate markings include:
Type designation of the ValvGuard
Enclosure class
Revision number
Input signal (voltage range)
Input resistance
Maximum supply voltage
Supply pressure range
Operational temperature
CE mark
Manufacturing serial number TTYYWWNNNN*)
*) Manufacturing serial number explained:
TT = device and factory sign
YY = year of manufacturing
WW = week of manufacturing
NNNN = consecutive number
Example: PH13011234 = controller, year 2013, week 1,
consecutive number 1234.
Fig. 2 General wiring principle of VG9000H
Fig. 3 VG9000H wiring principle with RCI unit
Fig. 4 VG9000H wiring with Local Control Panel
Air supply
1. ValvGuard VG9000H
2. Pneumatic actuator
AO (mA) from safety system
Air supply
1. ValvGuard VG9000H
2. Pneumatic actuator
3. RCI9H2
DO (0/24 V DC) from safety system
24 V DC supply
Air supply
1. ValvGuard VG9000H
2. Pneumatic actuator
3. Local Control Panel LCP9H
_
AO (mA)
from safety system
or from RCI unit
24 V DC or 4 mA
supply depending
on the LCP type
Serial
communication
Fig. 5 VG9000H_P wiring with additional solenoid valve
Fig. 6 Examples of identification plates
1. ValvGuard VG9000H_P
2. Pneumatic actuator
3. Solenoid Valve
3
2
1
TYPE VG9215HE6 REV 2.0
METSO AUTOMATION OY VANHA PORVOONTIE 229, 01380 VANTAA, FINLAND
NO: PH11020005
ID: SO519559001POS
II 2 G Ex d IIC T6...T4 Gb
II 2 D Ex tb IIIC T80 °C...T105 °C Db IP66
SIRA 11 ATEX 1006X / IECEx SIR 11.0001X
4 - 20 mA INPUT: (9.7 V DC / 20 mA / 485 Ohm) Ui: 30 V DC
Tamb. T6: -20 ... +60 °C, T5: -20 ... +75 °C, T4: -20 ... +85 °C
SUPPLY PRESSURE: 3 - 7.5 bar / 44 - 109 psi
CONDUIT ENTRY M20X1.5
WARNING: DO NOT OPEN WHILE ENERGIZED!
0575

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1.5 Technical specifications
VG9000H INTELLIGENT SAFETY SOLENOID
General
Loop powered, no external power supply required.
Suitable for rotary and sliding-stem valves.
Actuator connections in accordance with VDI/VDE 3845
and IEC 60534-6 standards.
Action: Double or single acting
Travel range: Linear: 10–120 mm
Rotary: 45–95°
Measurement range 110° with freely
rotating feedback shaft
Environmental influence
Standard temperature range:
-40°...+85 °C / -40° to +185 °F
Influence of temperature on valve position:
< 0.5 % / 10 °C
Influence of vibration on valve position
No effect when measured inpulse
2g 5–150 Hz, 1g 150–300 Hz,
0.5g 300–2000 Hz.
No effect on PST if max. response 4g
measured at housing.
No unintended valve movements if max.
response 15g measured at housing
Enclosure
Material (VG92_): Epoxy coated anodised aluminium
alloy, glass window (excluding E2)
Material (VG93_): Stainless steel (316 or equivalent),
glass window as an option
Mechanical position indicator and LUI visible through the
main cover (VG92_)
Protection class: IP66, NEMA 4X
Pneumatic ports: VG9_1_ 1/4 NPT
VG9235 1/2 NPT
VG9237 1 NPT (1/2 NPT supply)
(single acting only)
Conduit entry thread:
M20 x 1.5 or 1/2" NPT (VG9_U_ or
VG9_E2_)
Weight: VG921_ 3.0 kg / 6.6 lb
VG9235 4.6 kg / 10.1 lb
VG9237 5.0 kg / 11 lb
VG931_ 9.0 kg / 19.8 lb
VG92_ with extension housing plus 1.0 kg / 2.2 lb
VG93_ with extension housing plus 3.0 kg / 6.6 lb
Pneumatics
Spool material: Hard anodized aluminium with
special teflon coating
Supply pressure: 3.0–7.5 bar / 44–109 psi
Output pressure: 3.0–7.5 bar / 44–109 psi
Air quality: According to ISO 8573-1:2001
Solid particles: Class 6
Humidity: Class 1
(dew point 10 °C / 18 °F below minimum
temperature is recommended)
Oil class: 3 (or <1 ppm)
Capacity with 4 bar / 60 psi supply:
VG9_12 7 Nm3/h / 4.1 scfm (Cv = 0.06)
VG9_15 90 Nm3/h / 53 scfm (Cv = 0.7)
VG9235 380 Nm3/h / 223 scfm (Cv = 3.2)
VG9237 feed 380 Nm3/h / 223 scfm (Cv = 3.2)
exhaust 700 Nm3/h / 412 scfm (Cv = 6.4)
Consumption with 4 bar / 60 psi supply (VG9000H):
actuator pressurized 0.22 Nm3/h /
0.13 scfm,
actuator vented 0.25 Nm3/h / 0.15 scfm
Consumption with 4 bar / 60 psi supply (VG9000H_P):
0.25 Nm3/h / 0.15 scfm
Electronics (input)
Electrical connections: 0.25–2.5 mm2
Supply power: Loop powered, 4–20 mA
Signal range: 3.7–22 mA
Signal details (VG9000H):
0.0–3.7 mA (trip state,
diagnostics not available)
3.7–6.0 mA (trip state,
diagnostics available)
6.0–16.0 mA (hysteresis range)
16.0–22.0 mA (normal state,
diagnostics available
Signal details (VG9000H_L3):
0.0–7.7 mA (trip state,
diagnostics not available)
7.7–10.0 mA (trip state,
diagnostics available)
10.0–16.0 mA (hysteresis range)
16.0–22.0 mA (normal state,
diagnostics available)
Signal details (VG9000H_P):
0.0–3.7 mA (de-energized state,
diagnostics not available)
3.7–6.0 mA (normal state,
diagnostics available)
6.0–8.0 mA (normal state,
PST available)
8.0–22.0 mA (normal state, PST and
calibration available)
Load voltage: up to 9.7 V DC / 20 mA
(corresponding 485 Ω)
Voltage: max 30 V DC
Polarity protection: -30 V DC
Over current protection:
active over 35 mA
NOTE:
There may have two identification plates, if there is double
approval (VG9_XE6_) asked. When the device is installed,
remove the identification plate which is not valid. If device
is installed to Ex d area, it can't be installed to Ex i area any-
more even if identification plate is changed.
Ex NOTE:
This manual contains technical specifications for sev-
eral types of the ValvGuard. If in doubt, refer to the
type approval certificate of the respective version.
The certificate is delivered with the field device and is also
available from the manufacturer.

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Electronics (output)
Usage: Position transmitter (T) /
device status output (S)
Electrical connections: 0.25–2.5 mm2
Output signal: Defined by type code option T or S
T: 4–20 mA = 0–100 % position
S: 4 mA = OK
5 mA = Pneumatics test
6 mA = PST test
7 mA = ETT test
8 mA = Warning
10 mA = Alarm
12 mA = Safety position requested
by LCP
Fault modes indicated by levels 3.5
and 22 mA
Galvanic isolation; 600 V DC
Supply voltage: 12–30 V
Resolution: 16 bit / 0.244 µA
Linearity: <0.05 % FS
Temperature effect: <0.35 % FS
External load: max 0–780 Ω
LCP9H interface
Electrical connections: 0.25–2.5 mm2
Local user interface functions
Monitoring of valve position, temperature, supply
pressure, actuator pressure difference, housing pres-
sure, input signal and safety signal status
Guided start-up function
LUI may be locked remotely to prevent unauthorised
access
Calibration
Parameter selection
Testing
Language selection
Alarm and warning state indications
Latest event view
See Chapter 4 for details of LUI functions.
NOTE:
See chapter 8.1.3.5 for SIL certified position transmitter
(T01) details. See Safety Manual for functional safety infor-
mation.

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APPROVALS
Safety
SIL IEC 61508 compliant up to and
including SIL 3 by TUV Rheinland.
Position transmitter option (T01)
up to and including SIL 2.
For device variant specific SIL certification
coverage and exceptions see chapter 15
Type Coding.
Electromagnetic protection
Electromagnetic compatibility
Emission acc. to EN 61000-6-4
Immunity acc. to EN 61000-6-2
CE marking
89/336/EEC
Electromagnetic compatibility
94/9/EC
ATEX
Interoperability
FDT/DTM VG9000H DTM certified by FDT group
HART DD registered by HCF
Table 1 Approvals and electrical values
Certificate Approval Electrical values
ATEX
VG9_X
VTT 14 ATEX 043X
EN 60079-0: 2012, EN 60079-11:2012,
EN 60079-26:2007
II 1 G Ex ia IIC T6...T4 Ga
II 1 D Ex ia IIIC T95 °C...T125 °C Da
II 2 G Ex ib IIC T6...T4 Gb
II 2 D Ex ib IIIC T95 °C...T125 °C Db
Input: Ui ≤ 28 V, Ii ≤ 120 mA, Pi ≤ 1.0 W, Ci ≤ 9.6 nF, Li ≤ 53 H
PT: Ui ≤ 28 V, Ii ≤ 120 mA, Pi ≤ 1.0 W, Ci ≤ 8 nF, Li ≤ 53 H
LCP: Ui ≤ 10 V, Ii ≤ 100 mA, Pi ≤ 0.25W, Ci ≤ 5 nF, Li ≤ 1 H
VG9_X
VTT 14 ATEX 044X
EN 60079-0: 2012,
EN 60079-15: 2010
II 3 G Ex nA IIC T6...T4 Gc
II 3 G Ex ic IIC T6...T4 Gc
II 3 D Ex ic IIIC T95 °C...T125 °C Dc
Input: Ui ≤ 30 V
PT: Ui ≤ 30 V
LCP: Ui ≤ 15 V
VG9_E6_
SIRA 11ATEX1006
EN 60079-0:2012, EN 60079-1:2007,
EN 60079-31:2009
II 2 G Ex d IIC T6...T4 Gb
II 2 D Ex tb IIIC T80 °C...T105 °C Db IP66 Input: Ui ≤ 30 V, Pi ≤ 1080 mW PT: Ui ≤ 30 V, Ii ≤ 20 mA, Pi ≤ 1050 mW
IECEx
VG9_X
IECEx VTT 14.0005X
IEC 60079-0: 2011,
IEC 60079-11: 2011,
IEC 60079-26: 2006
Ex ia IIC T6...T4 Ga
Ex ia IIIC T95 °C...T125 °C Da
Ex ib IIC T6...T4 Gb
Ex ib IIIC T95 °C...T125 °C Db
Input: Ui ≤ 28 V, Ii ≤ 120 mA, Pi ≤ 1.0 W, Ci ≤ 9.6 nF, Li ≤ 53 H
PT: Ui ≤ 28 V, Ii ≤ 120 mA, Pi ≤ 1.0 W, Li ≤ 53 H, Ci ≤ 8 nF
LCP: Ui ≤ 10 V, Ii ≤ 100 mA, Pi ≤ 0.25W, Ci ≤ 5 nF, Li ≤ 1 H
VG9_X
IECEx VTT 14.0006X
IEC 60079-0: 2011, IEC 60079-15:
2010
Ex ic IIC T6...T4 Gc
Ex nA IIC T6...T4 Gc
Ex ic IIIC T95 °C...T125 °C Dc
Input: Ui ≤ 30 V
PT: Ui ≤ 30 V
LCP: Ui ≤ 15 V
VG9_E6_
IECEx SIR 11.0001X
IEC 60079-0:2011, IEC 60079-1:2007-04,
IEC 60079-31:2008
Ex d IIC T6...T4 Gb
Ex tb IIIC T80 °C...T105 °C Db IP66 Input: Ui ≤ 30 V, Pi ≤ 1080 mW PT: Ui ≤ 30 V, Ii ≤ 20 mA, Pi ≤ 1050 mW
INMETRO
VG9_Z1_, VG9_Z2_
NCC 12.0797 X, Issue 0
ABNT NBR IEC 60079-0:2013
ABNT NBR IEC 60079-11:2009
ABNT NBR IEC 60079-26:2008
Ex ia IIC T6...T4 Ga
Ex ia IIC T6...T4 Gb Input: Ui ≤ 28 V, Ii ≤ 120 mA, Pi ≤ 1.0 W, Ci ≤ 9.6 nF, Li ≤ 53 H PT: Ui ≤ 28 V, Ii ≤ 120 mA, Pi ≤ 1.0 W, Li ≤ 53 H, Ci ≤ 8 nF
LCP: Ui ≤ 10 V, Ii ≤ 100 mA, Pi ≤ 0.25W, Ci ≤ 5 nF, Li ≤ 1 H
VG9_Z3_
NCC 12.0798, Issue 0
ABNT NBR IEC 60079-0:2013 versão
corrigida 2011
ABNT NBR IEC 60079-11:2009
ABNT NBR IEC 60079-15:2012
ABNT NBR IEC 60529:2005
Ex ic nA IIC T6...T4 Gc Input: Ui ≤ 30 V, Ii ≤ 152 mA,Ci ≤ 9.6 nF, Li ≤ 53 H
PT: Ui ≤ 30 V, Ii ≤ 152 mA,Ci ≤ 8 nF, Li ≤ 53 H
LCP: Ui ≤ 15 V, Ii ≤ 1.35 A, Ci < 5 nF, Li < 1 H
VG9_E5_
NCC 12.0796 X, Issue 0
ABNT NBR IEC 60079-0:2013 versão
corrigida 2011
ABNT NBR IEC 60079-1:2009 versão
corrigida 2011
ABNT NBR IEC 60079-31:2011
ABNT NBR IEC 60529:2005
Ex d IIC Gb T5 Gb Input: Ui ≤ 30 V, Pi ≤ 1080 mW
PT: Ui ≤ 30 V, Ii ≤ 20 mA, Pi ≤ 1050 mW
cCSAus
VG9_E2_
CSA 1980091 Class I, Div 1, Groups B, C, D Class II, Div 1, Groups E, F, G
Class III;
T6...T4, Enclosure type 4X
Ex d IIC T6...T4
AEx d IIC T6...T4
Ex tb IIIC T100 °C IP66
AEx tb IIIC T100 °C IP66
Input: Ui ≤ 30 V
PT: Ui ≤ 30 V
VG9_HU_
CSA 70043951 Class I, Div 1, Groups A, B, C, DT4/T5/ T6Ex ia IIC T4/T5/T6 GaClass I, Zone 0
AEx ia IICT4/T5/T6 Ga
Input: Ui (Vmax) = 28 V, Ii (Imax) = 120 mA, Pi = 1.0 W, Ci = 9.6 nF, Li = 53 H
PT: Ui (Vmax) = 28 V, Ii (Imax) = 120 mA, Pi = 1.0 W, Ci = 8 nF, Li = 53 H

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1.6 Recycling and disposal
Most ValvGuard parts can be recycled if sorted according to
material.
Most parts have material marking. A material list is supplied
with the ValvGuard. In addition, separate recycling and dis-
posal instructions are available from the manufacturer.
A ValvGuard may also be returned to the manufacturer for
recycling and disposal. There will be a charge for this.
1.7 Safety precautions
Ex i WARNING:
Installation conductors must be rated greater than
83 °C
CAUTION:
Opening the cover of VG9000H field device enclosure
is allowed for authorized and trained persons only!
Misuse of powered VG9000H field device may cause a
dangerous situation.
CAUTION:
Cover should be opened only in dry places, not when
the device is vulnerable to e.g. salt water.
CAUTION:
Do not exceed the permitted values!
Exceeding the permitted values marked on the ValvGuard
may cause damage to the controller and to equipment
attached to the controller and could lead to uncontrolled
pressure release in the worst case. Damage to the equip-
ment and personal injury may result.
CAUTION:
Do not remove or dismantle a pressurized controller!
Removing or dismantling a pressurized prestage or spool
valve of an ValvGuard leads to uncontrolled pressure
release. Always shut off the supply air and release the
pressure from the pipelines and equipment before remov-
ing or dismantling the controller. Otherwise personal
injury and damage to equipment may result.
WARNING:
Make sure the enclosure exhaust port will not be clog-
ged!
It may prevent the device to do the safety action.
CAUTION:
Make sure that during the maintenance or commissio-
ning when the device cover is open, water does not go
inside the enclosure.
WARNING:
During calibration and tuning the valve operates bet-
ween open and closed positions. Make sure that the
operation does not endanger people or processes!
WARNING:
Do not operate the device with the cover removed!
Electromagnetic immunity is reduced, valve may
stroke.
Ex WARNING:
The locking screw (part 107) of the cover is essential
to explosion protection.
The cover has to be locked in place for Ex d protection.
The screw grounds the cover to the housing.
Ex WARNING:
Spark hazard!
Protect the aluminium housing and cover from impacts.
Ex WARNING:
Electrostatic charge hazard!
The pointer and display windows are non-conductive.
Clean with a damp cloth only!
Ex WARNING:
Electrostatic charge hazard!
The paint of the device can enable charging of the metal
parts by high voltage sources. Do not install the device in
proximity of high voltage sources!
Ex i WARNING:
Ensure that the complete installation and wiring is
intrinsically safe before operating the device!
Ex i WARNING:
Do not operate the device with electronics cover (part
39) removed!
Electromagnetic immunity is reduced, valve may stroke.
Ex i: intrinsic safety may be impaired.
Ex i WARNING:
For intrinsically safe applications, the equipment must
be connected via a certified Zener barrier placed outs-
ide the hazardous area!
Ex d NOTE:
Only persons familiar with Ex d explosion protection
are allowed to work with the device. Special attention
has to be paid to careful handling and closing of the
cover.
Ex d WARNING:
Do not open the cover when an explosive atmosphere
may be present!
Ex d and Ex n WARNING:
Use a cable gland with suitable Ex d and Ex n certifica-
tion.
For ambient temperature over 70 °C / 158 °F use a heat
resistant cable and cable gland suitable for at least
90 °C / 194 °F.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNING:
Use fuses for limit switch installations with
50 V AC / 75 V DC or higher.
NOTE:
Avoid earthing a welding machine in close proximity to an
ValvGuard.
Damage to the equipment may result.
CAUTION:
Make sure that the ventilation output of the housing is
not blocked!
This can prevent the safety function of the device.

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2 TRANSPORTATION, RECEPTION AND
STORAGE
The safety controller is a sophisticated instrument, handle it
with care.
Check the controller for any damage that may have
occurred during transportation.
Store the controller preferably indoors, keep it away
from rain and dust.
Do not unpack the device until installing it.
Do not drop or knock the controller.
Keep the flow ports and cable glands plugged until
installing.
Follow instructions elsewhere in this manual.
3 MOUNTING
3.1 General
If the ValvGuard is supplied with valve and actuator, the
tubes are mounted and the ValvGuard adjusted in accord-
ance with the customer’s specifications.
The controller is equipped for connection according to VDI/
VDE 3845.
Shaft coupling alternatives for the controller for Metso
actuators are shown in Fig. 7.
For mounting parts for Metso actuators, see 11.3 - 11.5.
3.2 Mounting on Metso actuators with
VDI/VDE mounting face
See figures in Section 11.3.
Mount the H-shaped coupling (47) to the shaft.
Apply the thread-locking compound to the screw
(48) and tighten firmly.
Remove all protective plastic plugs from the pneu-
matic connections.
BJ and other single acting actuators: mount a
metal plug (53) with sealant to the C1 connection.
Set the direction arrow of the actuator in the direc-
tion of the valve closure member and attach the ear
(2) to the indicator cover in the position shown in
Section 11.3. Secure the screw of the ear using e.g.
Loctite and tighten firmly.
Attach the bracket (1) to the ValvGuard.
Attach the bracket (1) to the actuator. The shaft cou-
pling of the ValvGuard must fit into the ear (2) so that
the pointer is located in the position shown in Fig. 7.
3.3 Mounting on linear actuator with
IEC 60534 mounting face
See figure in Section 11.5
Attach the feedback arm with spacer to the control-
ler shaft. Note the position of the pointer on the
shaft as in 11.5. Apply thread locking compound to
the screws and tighten firmly. Attach the spring to
the feedback arm as shown in Section 11.5.
Mount the controller mounting bracket loosely to
the yoke of the actuator.
Remove all plastic plugs from all actuator connec-
tions (3 pcs.).
Mount the controller loosely to the mounting
bracket guiding the pin on the actuator stem to the
slot of the feedback arm.
Align the bracket and the controller with the actua-
tor stem and adjust their position so that the feed-
back arm is approximately at a 90° angle to the
actuator stem (in the mid-stroke position).
Tighten the controller mounting bracket screws.
Adjust the distance of the controller to the pin on
the actuator stem so that the pin stays in the lever
slot at full stroke. Ensure also that the maximum
angle of the lever does not exceed 45° in either
direction. Maximum allowed travel of the lever is
shown in Section 11.5. Best control performance is
achieved when the feedback lever utilises the maxi-
mum allowed angle (±45° from horizontal position).
The whole range should be at least 45°.
Make sure that the controller is in right angle and
tighten all the mounting bolts.
Ensure that the controller complies with previous
steps. Check that the actuator pin does not touch
the controller case throughout the entire stroke of
the actuator. If the actuator pin is too long it may be
cut to size.
NOTE:
The enclosure of ValvGuard meets the IP66 protection
class according to EN 60529. Cable entry needs to be
plugged according to IP66 and it is not allowed to mount
the ValvGuard in a position where the cable entry is point-
ing upwards.
Based on good mounting practice, the recommended
mounting position is electrical connections placed down-
wards. This recommendation is shown in our mounting
position coding for control valves.
If these requirements are not fulfilled, and the cable gland
is leaking and the leakage is damaging ValvGuard or other
electrical instrumentation, our warranty is not valid.
NOTE:
Special care must be taken that the shaft position has
been set according to marking in VG9000H housing and
the pointer in the shaft. Also make sure that the positioner
fail action parameter (PFA) is set correctly (Section 4.4.3).
Fig. 7 Mounting on Metso actuator with VDI/VDE mount-
ing face
C2
S
C1
The pointer on the coupling must
stay in this sector
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Apply grease (Molykote or equivalent) to the contact
surfaces of the actuator pin and the feedback arm to
reduce wear.
3.4 Mounting and installation of VG9300
Mounting bracket
Make sure the mounting bracket is suitable for the
weight of the device. See detailed weight informa-
tion in Section 1.5.
Three extra M8 mounting holes exist in the standard
mounting face of the housing for additional support.
See dimension drawings for VG9300 in pages 42-43
(Chapter 12). The use of this extra support is manda-
tory in addition to the standard mounting face.
There are also two 6.5 mm holes for additional sup-
port when needed. See dimension drawings for
VG9300 in Chapter 12.
Pipeline support
Due to the extra weight of stainless steel version
and/or possible heavy vibration, make sure there are
proper supports in the pipeline to hold the weight of
the valve assembly.
Spool valve protective cover
The spool valve protective cover (454) has 2 pcs. of 1/
2”NPT threaded openings.
Openings allow an adequate exhaust capacity and
breathing of the spool valve.
Openings have breathers (456) installed, but they
can be replaced with protective piping if needed
and when necessary.
If VG is installed vertically, it is recommended to
replace the breather with protective piping in the
opening pointing upwards.
Exhaust adapter
The exhaust adapter (8) has a 1/2” NPT threaded
opening.
Opening allows an excess air to be released from the
housing and to prevent overpressurization.
Exhaust adapter has a breather (456) installed, but it
can be replaced with protective piping if needed
and when necessary.
Opening in the exhaust adapter shall not be
plugged!
Protective piping
Piping of the spool valve cover and/or exhaust
adapter shall be done in cases where it is assumed
that water can go inside the spool valve cover or into
the exhaust adapter in spite of breathers.
Piping shall be done so that the blowing of the
exhaust air is downwards and to prevent water to go
inside the protective cover or the exhaust adapter.
Minimum inside diameter of the piping is 13 mm.
Exhaust adapter piping shall not be connected to
the spool valve cover piping!
NOTE:
Special care must be taken that the shaft position has
been set according to marking in VG9000H housing and
the pointer in the shaft. Also make sure that the positioner
fail action parameter (PFA) is set correctly (Section 4.4.3).
NOTE:
These instructions are only for the mounting and installa-
tion of VG9300, i.e. stainless steel version of VG9000H.
Fig. 8 Shaft coupling alternatives
45°
45°
45°
45°
VG93
VG92
VDI/VDE 3845 mounting IEC 60534 mounting
SHAFT ENDS
pointer
pointer
marks
on housing
marks
on housing

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3.5 Piping
Table 3 provides the recommended tube sizes in accord-
ance with actuator sizes. Tube sizes are the minimum values
allowed. For supply air choose a tube one size bigger. Sup-
ply air and actuator conduit sizes can be seen also in
figure 9 below.
Connect the air supply to S. Connect C1 and C2 to the actua-
tor, see Fig. 10. C1 must be plugged if single-acting actuator.
Liquid sealants, such as Loctite 577 are recommended for
the pipe threads.
The air supply must be clean, dry and oil-free instrument air,
see Section 1.5.
CAUTION:
Do not exceed the permitted supply pressure of the
ValvGuard!
CAUTION:
The stroking times mentioned in Table 3 are trendset-
ting. They are measured with 5 bar supply air pressure
with actuator only and without a valve. They may vary
significantly due to different factors such as, but not
limited to, pressure difference of the valve, the stiction
of the actuator, supply air pressure, the capacity of the
supply air system and the dimensions of the supply air
pipeline.
NOTE:
When opening/closing times are defined in the Table 3,
the specified spool valve size can be used with that actua-
tor size. If there is '-' sign in the table or if smaller actuators
than shown in the table are used, please contact Metso.
NOTE:
When faster speeds are needed than shown in the table,
QEV or volume booster can be used. Bypass valve is man-
datory with volume boosters and QEV. Contact Metso for
separate instrumentation diagrams and instructions.
NOTE:
When QEV or volume booster is used, VG with standard
spool valve (VG9_15_) is required.
NOTE:
When VG9000H_P type is used the actuator piping is
reversed! C2 must be plugged if single-acting actuator.
NOTE:
An excess of sealant may result in faulty operation of the
controller.
Sealing tape is not recommended.
Do not exceed torque of 30 Nm/22 lbf ft when fitting
1/4" NPT connectors to C1, C2 and S (VG921_).
Ensure that the air piping is clean.
NOTE:
A ValvGuard mounted on a spring actuator must be con-
nected only as single-acting. See Fig. 10.
CAUTION:
The air supply system must be of sufficient size and
capacity to ensure that at maximum flow during valve
movement the pressure at the ValvGuard must not fall
below 3 bar. Also note that if the air supply system
allows the pressure at the ValvGuard to fall below the
actuator minimum supply pressure during valve
movement the stroke speed will be affected
Table 2 Spring rates
Actuator type Spring rate (bar/psi)
B1JK 3 / 43
B1J 4.2 / 61
B1JV 5.5 / 80
QPX_A 1.4 / 20
QPX_B 2.8 / 41
QPX_C 4.1 / 60
QPX_D 5.5 / 80
Adjust regulator pressure to a level that is max 1 bar (14.5 psi)
+ spring rate.
Fig. 9 Air supply and actuator conduits
C2 S C1
VG921_
1/4” NPT
C2 S C1
VG9235_
1/2” NPT
VG9237_
C2 S
1” NPT
1/2” NPT

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Table 3 Piping and stroke times
Actuator
VG_12_
Supply 1/4" NPT
Actuator 1/4" NPT
VG_15_
Supply 1/4" NPT
Actuator 1/4" NPT
VG_35_
Supply 1/2" NPT
Actuator 1/2" NPT
VG_37_ (Single acting only)
Supply 1/2" NPT
Actuator 1" NPT
B1C Stroke vol.
dm3/ in3NPT Piping Open
(s)
Close
(s)
Piping Open
(s)
Close
(s)
Piping Open
(s)
Close
(s)
Piping Open
(s)
Close
(s)
40 43 2624 3/4 - - - 10 mm or
3/8" 19 19 16 mm or 5/8" 4.9 5.6 - - -
50 84 5126 1 - - - 10 mm or
3/8" 38 38 16 mm or 5/8" 9.6 11 - - -
60 121 7380 1 - - - 10 mm or
3/8" 54 54 16 mm or 5/8" 14 16 - - -
75 189 11500 1 - - - 10 mm or
3/8" 85 85 16 mm or 5/8" 22 25 - - -
502 195 11900 1 - - - 10 mm or
3/8" 87 87 16 mm or 5/8" 22 25 - - -
602 282 17200 1 - - - 10 mm or
3/8" 126 126 16 mm or 5/8" 32 37 - - -
752 441 26900 1 - - - 10 mm or
3/8" 197 197 16 mm or 5/8" 50 57 - - -
B1J
B1JA
Stroke vol.
dm3/ in3NPT Piping Air
(s)
Spring
(s)
Piping Air
(s)
Spring
(s)
Piping Air
(s)
Spring
(s)
Piping Air
(s)
Spring
(s)
60.47 28.3 3/8 10 mm
or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 ---------
80.9 55 3/8 10 mm
or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 10 mm or 3/8" 0.51.0------
10 1.8 110 3/8 10 mm
or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 10 mm or 3/8" 0.71.4------
12 3.6 220 1/2 10 mm
or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 10 mm or 3/8" 1.2 2.7 16 mm or 5/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 ---
16 6.7 409 1/2 10 mm
or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 10 mm or 3/8" 3.2 4.8 16 mm or 5/8" 0.7 1.3 25 mm or 1" See Note 1 See Note 1
20 13 793 3/4 - - - 10 mm or
3/8" 4.6 9.3 16 mm or 5/8" 2.5 3.0 25 mm or 1" See Note 1 See Note 1
25 27 2048 3/4 - - - 10 mm or
3/8" 8.9 18 16 mm or 5/8" 2.9 5.4 25 mm or 1" 2.5 2.9
32 53 3234 1 - - - 10 mm or
3/8" 15 38 16 mm or 5/8" 4.9 11 25 mm or 1" 4.3 5.3
40 97 5919 1 - - - 10 mm or
3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 16 mm or 5/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 25 mm or 1" See Note 1 See Note 1
322 106 6468 1 - - - 10 mm or
3/8" 31 77 16 mm or 5/8" 9.8 21 25 mm or 1" 8.5 11
QPX Stroke vol.
dm3/ in3NPT Piping Air
(s)
Spring
(s)
Piping Air
(s)
Spring
(s)
Piping Air
(s)
Spring
(s)
Piping Air
(s)
Spring
(s)
10.62 38 3/8 10 mm
or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 10 mm or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 ------
21.08 66 3/8 10 mm
or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 10 mm or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 ------
32.18 133 3/8 10 mm
or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 10 mm or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 ------
44.34 265 3/8 10 mm
or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 10 mm or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 ------
58.7 531 3/8 - - - 10 mm or
3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 16 mm or 5/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 16 mm or 5/8" See Note 1 See Note 1
VPVL Stroke vol.
dm3/ in3NPT Piping Air
(s)
Spring
(s)
Piping Air
(s)
Spring
(s)
Piping Air
(s)
Spring
(s)
Piping Air
(s)
Spring
(s)
300 0.44 27.1 1/4 10 mm or
3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 ---------
350 0.72 43.8 1/4 10 mm or
3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 10 mm or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 ------
400 0.92 56 1/4 10 mm or
3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 10 mm or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 ------
450 1.5 89 1/4 10 mm or
3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 10 mm or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 ------
500 1.9 116 1/4 10 mm or
3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 10 mm or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 ------
550 2.6 156 1/4 10 mm or
3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 10 mm or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 ------
600 3.5 217 1/4 10 mm or
3/8" See Note 1 See
Note 1 10 mm or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 16 mm or 5/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 ---
650 6.0 364 1/8 10 mm or
3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 10 mm or 3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 16 mm or 5/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 ---
700 8.7 528 1/2 - - - 10 mm or
3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 16 mm or 5/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 25 mm or 1" See Note 1 See Note 1
800 15 917 1/2 - - - 10 mm or
3/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 16 mm or 5/8" See Note 1 See Note 1 25 mm or 1" See Note 1 See Note 1
Note 1: Times to be defined later
"-" means not applicable

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Fig. 10 Operation directions, air connections and assembly related parameters for VG9000H
DOUBLE-ACTING ACTUATOR
Default setting:
ATYP = 2-A
PFA = CLO
VTYP according to valve type
3. Self closing
DOUBLE-ACTING ACTUATOR, REVERSED PIPING
Default setting:
ATYP = 2-A
PFA = OPE
VTYP according to valve type
4. Self opening
SINGLE-ACTING ACTUATOR, SPRING TO OPEN
SINGLE-ACTING ACTUATOR, SPRING TO CLOSE
1. Self closing
Default setting:
ATYP = 1-A
PFA = CLO (must be in the spring direction)
VTYP according to valve type
2. Self opening
Default setting:
ATYP = 1-A
PFA = OPE (must be in the spring direction)
VTYP according to valve type
NOTE: Valve shown in trip position
NOTE: Valve shown in trip position
NOTE: Valve shown in trip position
NOTE: Valve shown in trip position

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Fig. 11 Operation directions, air connections and assembly related parameters for VG9000H_P
DOUBLE-ACTING ACTUATOR
3. Self closing
DOUBLE-ACTING ACTUATOR
4. Self opening
SINGLE-ACTING ACTUATOR, SPRING TO OPEN
SINGLE-ACTING ACTUATOR, SPRING TO CLOSE
1. Self closing
Default setting:
ATYP = 1-A
PFA = OPE
VTYP according to valve typ
2. Self opening
Default setting:
ATYP = 1-A
PFA = CLO
VTYP according to valve type
Default setting:
ATYP = 2-A
PFA = OPE
VTYP according to valve type
Default setting:
ATYP = 2-A
PFA = CLO
VTYP according to valve type
NOTE: SOV shown in energized condition, valve in normal position
NOTE: SOV shown in energized condition, valve in normal position
NOTE: SOV shown in energized condition, valve in normal position
NOTE: SOV shown in energized condition, valve in normal position

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3.6 Electrical connections
The VG9000H is powered by a 4–20 mA current loop from
the safety system that also functions as a carrier to the
HART communication.
The input signal cable is led through a M20 x 1.5 or 1/2" NPT
cable gland. Additional conduit entries are available with
extension housing or junction box. See type coding for details.
Connect the conductors to the terminal strip as shown in
Fig. 12. It is recommended that the earthing of the input cable
shield be carried out from the DCS end only.
Cable shall be one or more single-twisted pair shielded or
multiple-twisted pair with overall shield. Single and multi-
ple pair may be combined in a given network provided all
current input devices associated with multiple pairs of the
same cable shall be located nominally at one end of the
multi-pair cable. Unshielded cable may be used if it is
demonstrated that ambient noise or crosstalk does not
affect communication or functions of the safety valve con-
troller.
The (optional) position transmitter / status output is con-
nected to 2-pole terminal PT as shown in Fig. 12. The posi-
tion transmitter / status output needs an external power
supply. The VG9000H and the position transmitter / status
output circuits are galvanically isolated and withstand a 30
V DC voltage.
For SIL certified position transmitter, please see Sections 8,
11.1 and 11.6.
NOTE:
The VG9000H equals a load of 485 Ω in the current loop.
Fig. 12 Prewired terminals in the circuit board
Fig. 13 Wiring terminals when the extension housing is
used
Additional HART
connection
Position transmitter/
status output connection
Limit switch
connection
mA signal and
PT connection
Fig. 14 VG9000H electrical connections with and without RCI9H2.
See Section 11.6. for other installations.
VG9000H
Safety
system
AO
(4 - 20 mA
HART)
Safe areaHazardous area
RCI9H2*
Safety
system
DO
(0/24 VDC)
24 VDC
power
supply
2
3
19 +
-
20
+
-
7
8/9
HART
(MUX or AI)
-/+
+/-
HART
POWER
SUPPLY
OUTPUT SAFETY
SIGNAL
VG9000H
+
-
mA input
+ HART
16
17
* Only part of the RCI9H2 wiring is shown here.
Detailed wiring can be found in the RCI manual (7RCI9H270EN)

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4 LOCAL USER INTERFACE (LUI)
The local user interface may be used to monitor the device
behaviour as well as configuring and commissioning the
controller during installation and normal operation. The
local user interface consists of two row LCD and four button
keypad interface. There are also custom graphical charac-
ters for special conditions.
4.1 Measurement monitoring
When the device is powered, it enters the measurement
monitoring view. The following measurements may be
viewed from the display. The Table 4 identifies the default
unit and also optional unit of the measurement.
If the unit selection is altered via HART to US units, the pres-
sure default unit will automatically be changed to psi and
temperature unit to Fahrenheit.
The active unit may be changed by pressing the ?key
constantly. The display shows the current unit selection on
the top row of the display. You may change the selection by
pressing +or -while keeping the ?key pressed down.
When the buttons are released the current selection will be
activated.
If the device has been idle for 1 hour, and there is no user
activity on the local user interface, the measurements will
start scrolling on the display. This enables the user to view
all the measurements through the window of the main
cover.
Valve position (POS) shows the valve travel position in per-
centage (%) of full scale. Optional unit is angle.
Input signal (LOOP) shows the input signal value in mA.
Safety input signal (INP) shows if the mA signal is below
trip state threshold 6.0 mA (OFF) or in the normal level,
above 16.0 mA (ON). Between 6.0 and 16.0 mA it can be
either ON or OFF depending on the direction of the signal
change.
Actuator pressure difference (PDIF) shows the actuator
pressure in single acting actuators or pressure difference in
double acting actuators in bars (BAR). Optional unit is psi
(PSI).
Housing pressure (Pint) shows the pressure inside the
enclosure in bars (BAR). Optional unit is psi (PSI). Too high
housing pressure may prevent VG9000 to perform the
safety action. There is alarm limit for this. It is set for 0.2 bar
as default.
Supply pressure (SUPL) shows the air supply pressure
value in bars (BAR). Optional unit is psi (PSI).
Device temperature (TEMP) shows the temperature inside
the device in degree Celsius (C). Optional unit is degree
Fahrenheit (F).
Fig. 15 Local user interface (LUI)
Table 4 Default / optional units of measurements
Measurement Default unit Optional unit
Valve position (POS) Percentage (%) of full
scale Angle (ANG), where 0 % refers to 0 (angle)
Input signal (LOOP) mA %
Safety input signal
(INP) --
Actuator pressure
difference (PDIF) bar (BAR) psi (PSI)
Housing pressure
(Pint) bar (BAR) psi (PSI)
Supply pressure (SUPL) bar (BAR) psi (PSI)
Device temperature
(TEMP) °Celsius (C) °Fahrenheit (F)
Fig. 16 Measurement monitoring and unit change
— continuous push
— brief push

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4.2 Guided start-up
Guided startup offers a fast view of the most critical param-
eters of the ValvGuard controller, actuator and valve config-
uration. After verifying the parameters the valve travel
calibration is recommended. The guided start-up is entered
by pressing the =and ?keys simultaneously.
The configuration parameters are listed in following order,
see explanation from 4.4:
Actuator type ATYP
Valve type VTYP
Positioner fail action PFA
Extra pneumatics instrumentation EXTI
Actuator size ACTS
Spool valve type STYP
Automatic travel calibration CAL
If you modify any of the parameters you will also need to
calibrate the device. See 4.5 for detailed description.
4.3 Configuration menu
The local user interface is organised in a menu structure. To
enter the menus press +and -simultaneously in the
measurement monitoring view panel. To move to the next
or previous selection by pressing +or -accordingly (see
Fig. 18.)
4.4 Configuration parameters
When PAR is on the display you may enter the configuration
menu by pressing the ?key. In this menu the most important
configuration and signal modification parameters are viewa-
ble. You may view the current value and edit them by pressing
the ?key at the relevant parameter. The name of the param-
eter will appear on the upper row of the display and the cur-
rent value is on the lower row. Default parameters and
parameter ranges can be seen in table in Chapter 13.
4.4.1 Actuator type, ATYP
In order to optimise the control performance the device
needs to be informed about the actuator type.
After selecting ATYP on the display, press the ?key
to enter the edit state and ATYP starts to blink.
Select between two values 1-Aor 2-Ausing the +
and -keys. The value 1-Aindicates a single acting
actuator and 2-Aa double acting actuator.
To conclude press the ?key when the desired
value is shown on the display.
4.4.2 Valve type, VTYP
To compensate for nonlinearity of the position feedback
caused by the actuator linkage mechanism of a linear con-
trol valve, the appropriate selection must be made on the
VTYP display.
After selecting VTYP on the display, press the ?key
to enter the edit state and the VTYP starts to blink.
Select between two values rot or LIn using the +
and -keys. The value rot indicates a rotary valve
and LIn a linear valve.
To conclude press the ?key when the desired value is
shown on the display.
4.4.3 Positioner fail action, PFA
This section describes the function of the actuator.
Set value according to Fig. 10 for double acting actuators.
Generally set value according to the valve fail safe position.
For single acting actuators set value in the spring direction.
This action will also take place when the controller software
discovers a fatal device failure. See Fig. 10 for correct set-
tings.
Once PFA is displayed, press the ?key to enter the
edit state and the PFA will start blinking.
You may select between two values by pressing the
+or -key. The CLO value indicates that the valve
ought to be closed in fail action situations. The OPE
value indicates the valve to be opened in fail action
situations.
After the desired value is displayed, press the key ?
to conclude the operation.
NOTE:
You may cancel any action by pressing the =button.
Cancelling of operation returns user interface view one
level up in menu hierarchy.
Fig. 17 Guided start-up
— brief push
NOTE:
Default values can be restored by using DTM.

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4.4.4 Extra pneumatics instrumentation,
EXTI
In order to optimise the control performance the device
needs to be informed about the extra pneumatics instru-
mentation, if any.
After selecting EXTI on the display, press the ?key
to enter the edit state and EXTI starts to blink.
Select between the following values:
non = no external instrumentation
bo1 = booster type 1
bo2 = booster type 2
bo3 = booster type 3
qE1 = quick exhaust type 1
qE2 = quick exhaust type 2
qE3 = quick exhaust type 3
co1 = combination type 1
co2 = combination type 2
co3 = combination type 3
Use the +and -keys to change the value.
To conclude press the ?key when the desired
value is shown on the display.
NOTE: If nothing else is defined, please select type 1 in any
class.
Select parameters as follows:
4.4.5 Actuator size, ACTS
This parameter defines the actuator size.
Look at e.g. the type code on the machine plate in
the Neles B1-series actuators to check the size. If 3rd
party actuator is used, please check the actuator
stroke volume.
After selecting ACTS on the display, press the ?key
to enter the edit state and ACTS starts to blink.
Select between the following values:
S 1 = Neles B1J8 actuator
(or stroke volume <1 dm3/ <61 in3)
S 3 = B1J10 (1–3 dm3/ 61–183 in3)
S10 = B1J12-16 (3–10 dm3/ 183–610 in3)
S30 = B1J20–25 (10–30 dm3/ 610–1831 in3)
L30 = B1C40–, B1J32– (>30 dm3/ >1831 in3)
Use the +and -keys to change the value.
To conclude press the ?key when the desired
value is shown on the display.
4.4.6 Spool type, STYP
This parameter defines the spool type and size in VG9000H.
Look at the machine plate in the device to check the
typecode.
After selecting STYP on the display, press the ?key
to enter the edit state and STYP starts to blink.
Fig. 18 Configuration.
— brief push
(Not available with VG9000H_P)
(Not available with VG9000H_P)
Table 5 Selecting extra pneumatics instrumentation
parameters
Instrumentation type Parameter (EXTI)
Volume booster (VB) Booster type 1 (bo1)
Quick exhaust (QEV) Quick exhaust 1 (qE1)
Combination of VB and QEV Combination type 1 (co1)
NOTE:
Bypass valve is mandatory with volume boosters and QEV.
Contact Metso for separate instrumentation diagrams and
instructions.
NOTE:
When QEV or volume booster is used, VG with standard
spool valve (VG_15_) is required.
CAUTION:
It is important to select the correct actuator size
because this parameter is used in device control.
Erroneous value may cause instability.
CAUTION:
It is important to select the correct spool type because
this parameter is used in device control.
Erroneous value may cause instability.

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Select between the following values:
15 = VG9_12 or VG9_15
35 = VG9235
37 = VG9237
Use the +and -keys to change the value.
To conclude press the ?key when the desired
value is shown on the display.
4.4.7 Local Control Panel, LCP
Selection if Local Control Panel (LCP9H) is connected and
enabled (EnA) or not connected and disabled (dIS).
Select between two options dIS or EnA using the +
and -keys.
To conclude press the ?key when the desired
value is shown on the display.
4.4.8 Language selection, LANG
Select between three languages EnG, GEr or FrE
(English, German or French) using the +and -keys.
To conclude press the ?key when the desired
value is shown on the display.
4.5 Valve travel calibration
Select CAL from the menu by using +or -keys and press
the ?key.
4.5.1 AUTO CAL calibration function
During calibration process a blinking text "CAL run" will
be show on the display. If calibration ends successfully, a
text "CALIBRATION SUCCESSFUL" will be shown. Calibra-
tion can be cancelled with the =key, which will show a
text "CALIBRATION CANCELLED". If calibration fails, the
reason will be shown, eg. "CALIBRATION START FAILED",
"POSITION SENSOR RANGE TOO SMALL", "CALIBRATION
TIMEOUT" or "CALIBRATION FAILED". Afte r cali brati on th e
device will return to the main menu (measurement moni-
toring).
4.6 Testing, TESt
Select between two tests Partial Stroke Test (PARt
tst) or Pneumatics test (PNEU tst).
To conclude press the ?key when the desired
value is shown on the display.
4.6.1 Partial Stroke Test, PARt tst
Partial stroke test can be run from here. Partial stroke test will
be run according to the stroke size (MStr) described in Sec-
tion 4.7. Advance parameters.
Select PARt tst from the menu by using +or -
keys and press the ?key.
Test can be cancelled by pressing =.
4.6.2 Pneumatics test, PNEU tst
Pneumatics test can be run from here.
Select PNEU tst from the menu by using +or -
keys and press the ?key.
Test can be cancelled by pressing =.
WARNING:
Automatic calibration drives the valve against the
mechanical open and closed travel limits of the valve-
actuator assembly and a tuning procedure is perfor-
med. Make sure that these procedures can be safely
executed.
Fig. 19 Calibration selection
NOTE:
Valve position needs to be in the normal operating posi-
tion, supply pressure needs to be in valid range, no supply
pressure drop is allowed and any test cannot be active
when calibration is started.
Pneumatics test needs to be performed succesfully before
the calibration.
WARNING:
Partial Stroke Test moves the valve according to the
stroke size and speed parameters set. Make sure that
this procedure can be safely executed.
NOTE:
Valve position needs to be in the normal operating posi-
tion, supply pressure needs to be in valid range, no supply
pressure drop is allowed and any other test or calibration
cannot be active when testing is started.
NOTE:
When double acting actuator is used, DTM or other HART
user interface is needed to set 'Actuator Low Limit Pres-
sure' -parameter to negative value, e.g. -2.
NOTE:
Pneumatics test (Section 4.6.2.) will be run automatically
before the partial stroke test in some cases, e.g. when sup-
ply pressure has changed.
With the VG9000H_P version the pneumatics test will be
run always before the partial stroke test.
Pneumatics test timeout parameter is valid also in this
case.
NOTE:
Pneumatics test will check the pneumatics function of the
device by moving the spool valve only and not moving
the actuator or the valve.
NOTE:
Valve position needs to be in the normal operating posi-
tion, supply pressure needs to be in valid range and any
other test or calibration cannot be active when testing is
started.
NOTE:
Pneumatics test timeout parameter is 600 s. The value
cannot be changed.
NOTE:
Separate pneumatics test is not available in VG9000H_P
version. It will be run automatically always before the par-
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4.7 Advance parameters
4.7.1 Manual Stroke Size, MSTr
Targeted manual partial stroke test size. Range is 3.0–100 %.
In VG9000H_P version the range is 3.0-50%.
Once MSTr is displayed, press the ?key to enter the
edit state and the MSTr will start blinking.
Select values by pressing the +or -key. Holding
down +or -key will start scrolling the value show
on the display faster.
After the desired value is displayed, press the key ?
to conclude the operation.
4.7.2 Automatic Partial Stroke Test, APSt
Selection if automatic partial stroke test is disabled (dIS),
enabled (EnA) or enabled with randomized range (rnd).
Select between three options dIs, EnA or rnd using
the +and -keys.
To conclude press the ?key when the desired
value is shown on the display.
4.8 Special displays
4.8.1 User interface locked
In order to prevent unauthorised access, the Local User
Interface may be locked. In this mode measurements may
be viewed but configurations and calibrations are prohib-
ited. You may lock and unlock the device only via HART.
When the Local User Interface is locked the lock symbol will
be activated on the display.
4.8.2 Alarm or warning state
All failure conditions and statuses in VG9000H can be indi-
vidually configured to three different classes: Alarm, Warn-
ing or Info, or they can be ignored. This configuration can
be done with DTM (see separate DTM manual). Alarm state
causes a blinking & to be shown on the display. In Warn-
ing state, the &symbol is steady.
4.8.3 Viewing of latest event
You may view the latest event by pressing the =and -
keys simultaneously in the measurement monitoring view.
The message is scrolled on the top row of the display twice.
You may stop the scrolling by pressing the ? key. By
pressing the =key, the message will disappear.
For the list of events see Chapter 6.
4.8.4 HART Communication active
When double arrow symbol is indicated, HART communica-
tion is activated to device.
4.8.5 Write protection
The VG9000H can be write protected via HART. When
device is write protected, following actions are prevented:
all calibrations
configuration parameter changes
When device is write protected, following actions are
allowed:
read events
read statistics
read parameters
test start
man/auto PST
man/auto Pneumatics test
ETT, if correct keying exists*
internal safety diagnostics test
* Keying means that the passcode has been
entered.
NOTE:
Automatic partial stroke test is not available in the
VG9000H_P version.
Fig. 20 LUI locked
Fig. 21 Alarm and Warning states
Fig. 22 Online alarm or warning state message
Fig. 23 HART communication activated
Device in Warning state
Device in Alarm state
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