Samson 3755 Service manual

Translation of original instructions
EB 8393 EN
Type 3755 (cast aluminum body)
Type 3755 (stainless steel body)
Edition November 2017
Type 3755 Pneumatic Volume Booster

Note on these mounting and operating instructions
These mounting and operating instructions assist you in mounting and operating the device
safely. The instructions are binding for handling SAMSON devices.
ÎFor the safe and proper use of these instructions, read them carefully and keep them for
later reference.
ÎIf you have any questions about these instructions, contact SAMSON‘s After-sales Service
Department (aftersalesser[email protected]).
The mounting and operating instructions for the devices are included in
the scope of delivery. The latest documentation is available on our website
at www.samson.de > Service & Support > Downloads > Documentation.
Denition of signal words
Hazardous situations which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury
Hazardous situations which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury
Property damage message or malfunction
Additional information
Recommended action
DANGER
!
WARNING
!
NOTICE
!
Note
Tip
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Contents
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1 Safety instructions and measures ...................................................................5
1.1 Notes on possible personal injury ...................................................................7
1.2 Notes on possible property damage................................................................7
2 Markings on the device .................................................................................8
2.1 Article code...................................................................................................8
2.2 Nameplate....................................................................................................9
3 Design and principle of operation ................................................................10
3.1 Safety function.............................................................................................10
3.2 Versions ......................................................................................................12
3.3 Accessories .................................................................................................12
3.4 Spare parts/conversion kits ..........................................................................13
3.5 Technical data .............................................................................................14
3.6 Dimensions in mm........................................................................................16
3.6.1 Aluminum version........................................................................................16
3.6.2 Stainless steel version ...................................................................................17
4 Measures for preparation............................................................................19
4.1 Unpacking ..................................................................................................19
4.2 Transporting and lifting ................................................................................19
4.2.1 Transporting................................................................................................19
4.2.2 Lifting..........................................................................................................19
4.3 Storage.......................................................................................................19
5 Mounting and start-up.................................................................................20
5.1 Mounting position........................................................................................21
5.2 Pneumatic connections..................................................................................21
5.2.1 Supply air ...................................................................................................22
5.2.2 ExhaustportofType3755-2.........................................................................22
5.3 Start-up.......................................................................................................22
5.3.1 Adjusting the bypass restriction.....................................................................23
5.3.2 Tuning to the control loop requirements..........................................................23
5.4 Conversion..................................................................................................24
5.4.1 ConvertingType3755-1toType3755-2 .......................................................24
5.4.2 ConvertingType3755-2toType3755-1 .......................................................24

Contents
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6 Servicing.....................................................................................................26
6.1 Replacingthesinteredpolyethylenelterdisk .................................................26
6.2 Preparation for return shipment.....................................................................26
7 Malfunctions ...............................................................................................27
7.1 Emergency action ........................................................................................27
8 Decommissioning and disassembly ..............................................................28
8.1 Decommissioning.........................................................................................28
8.2 Removing the pneumatic volume booster........................................................28
8.3 Disposal......................................................................................................28
9 After-sales service .......................................................................................29

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Safety instructions and measures
1 Safety instructions and measures
Intended use
TheType3755PneumaticVolumeBoosterisusedtogetherwithpositionerstoincreasethe
positioningspeedofpneumaticactuatorswithaneffectivearea≥1000cm²oratravel
volume≥6l.
Thedeviceisdesignedtooperateunderexactlydenedconditions(e.g.operatingpressure,
temperature). Therefore, operators must ensure that the volume booster is only used in
applicationsthatmeetthespecicationsusedforsizingtheactuatorattheorderingstage.In
case operators intend to use the volume booster in other applications or conditions than
specied,contactSAMSON.
SAMSON does not assume any liability for damage resulting from the failure to use the
device for its intended purpose or for damage caused by external forces or any other
external factors.
ÎRefertothetechnicaldataforlimitsandeldsofapplicationaswellaspossibleuses.
Reasonably foreseeable misuse
TheType3755VolumeBoosterisnot suitable for the following applications:
−Useoutsidethelimitsdenedduringsizingandbythetechnicaldata
Furthermore, the following activities do not comply with the intended use:
−Use of non-original spare parts
−PerformingmaintenanceactivitiesnotspeciedbySAMSON
Qualications of operating personnel
Thevolumeboostermustbemounted,startedupandservicedbyfullytrainedandqualied
personnel only; the accepted industry codes and practices are to be observed. According to
these mounting and operating instructions, trained personnel refers to individuals who are
abletojudgetheworktheyareassignedtoandrecognizepossiblehazardsduetotheir
specializedtraining,theirknowledgeandexperienceaswellastheirknowledgeofthe
applicable standards.
Personal protective equipment
We recommend wearing the following protective equipment depending on the process
medium:
−Wear hearing protection when working on the volume booster or near the valve.
ÎCheck with the plant operator for details on further protective equipment.

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Safety instructions and measures
Revisions and other modications
Revisions,conversionsorothermodicationstotheproductarenotauthorizedbySAMSON.
Theyareperformedattheuser'sownriskandmayleadtosafetyhazards,forexample.Fur-
thermore, the product may no longer meet the requirements for its intended use.
Safety features
ThesafetyfunctionoftheType3755PneumaticVolumeBoosteristheemergencyventingon
demand.
Warning against residual hazards
To avoid personal injury or property damage, plant operators and operating personnel must
preventhazardsthatcouldbecausedinthecontrolvalvebytheprocessmedium,the
operating pressure, the signal pressure or by moving parts by taking appropriate
precautions.Theymustobserveallhazardstatements,warningandcautionnotesinthese
mounting and operating instructions, especially for installation, start-up and service work.
If inadmissible motions or forces are produced in the pneumatic actuator as a result of the
supply pressure level, it must be restricted using a suitable supply pressure reducing station.
Responsibilities of the operator
The operator is responsible for proper operation and compliance with the safety regulations.
Operators are obliged to provide these mounting and operating instructions as well as the
referenced documents to the operating personnel and to instruct them in proper operation.
Furthermore, the operator must ensure that operating personnel or third persons are not ex-
posed to any danger.
Responsibilities of operating personnel
Operating personnel must read and understand these mounting and operating instructions as
wellasthereferenceddocumentsandobservethehazardstatements,warningandcaution
notesspeciedinthem.Furthermore,theoperatingpersonnelmustbefamiliarwiththeap-
plicable health, safety and accident prevention regulations and comply with them.
Referenced documentation
The following documents apply in addition to these mounting and operating instructions:
−The mounting and operating instructions of the components on which the volume booster
is mounted (valve, actuator, positioner, etc.).

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Safety instructions and measures
1.1 Notes on possible personal injury
WARNING
!
Risk of injury due to high pressure inside device.
Thevolumeboosterispressurized.Improperremovaloftheinstalledvolumeboosteror
opening of the body can lead to device components bursting and cause serious injury.
ÎDepressurizethevolumeboosterbeforeremovingitoropeningthebody(disconnect
the signal pressure and protect it against unintentional reconnection).
High sound pressure level! Risk of damage to hearing.
If a noise-reducing element is not screwed into the exhaust port, the volume booster
generates a loud noise on venting.
ÎWear hearing protection.
1.2 Notes on possible property damage
NOTICE
!
Risk of damage to the volume booster due to contamination.
Incorrect handling may allow dirt or other foreign particles to enter the device and lead
to malfunctioning or damage.
ÎNo substances must be allowed to enter the device during mounting, transport or
storage.
Risk of damage to the volume booster due to incorrect mounting position.
The incorrect mounting position may allow dirt or other foreign particles to enter the de-
vice and lead to malfunctioning or damage.
ÎMount the volume booster with the vent opening facing downward or to the side
(exception:Type3755-2whentheexhaustportisscrewedtoapipe).
ÎIf the volume booster can become covered in snow, iced up or dirt can collect in the
device, it must be mounted with the exhaust side facing downward or protected by a
suitablexture/cover.
ÎWhen a screwed-on silencer is used, mount the volume booster with the silencer
facing downward.

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Markings on the device
2 Markings on the device
2.1 Article code
Pneumatic Volume Booster Type 3755- x x x 0 0 x x 0 0 x 0 0 0 0
Type
Low-noiseventingoverasinteredpolyethylenelter
disk 1 0 0
(Flanged-on) threaded exhaust port 2 3/5 0/1
Pneumatic connections
Supply air and actuator ISO 228 - G ¾,
signal ISO 228 - G ¼ 1
Supply air and actuator ¾-14 NPT, signal ¼-18 NPT 2
Exhaust version
Sinteredpolyethylenelterdisk 0
(Flanged-on)threadedexhaustportISO228-G1 3
(Flanged-on)threadedexhaustport1-11½NPT 5
Flowcoefcient
Supply air KVS = 2.5 m³/h, exhaust KVS = 2.5 m³/h 0
Dynamic response
Standard (normal control) 0
Bodymaterial
Aluminum 0
Stainless steel 1
Color
Gray-beige,structurednish,RAL1019
(aluminum body) 0
Without (stainless steel body) 1
Temperature range
Standardtemperature,–40to+80°C 0
Lowtemperatureversion,–55to+60°C 1

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Markings on the device
2.2 Nameplate
SAMSON 3755 Pneumatic Volume Booster
Model 3755-
Serial no.Var.-ID
Ambient temperature range
Supply max. 10bar/145psi
Signal max. 7bar/101.5psi
Output max. 7bar/101.5psi
kVS Supply
kVS Exhaust
Dynamic set Standard
2.5 m³/h
2.5 m³/h
SAMSON AG, Germany Made in Germany
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1 Type designation
2CongurationID
3 Serial number
4 Temperature range
5Bodyversion

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Design and principle of operation
3 Design and principle of oper-
ation
TheType3755PneumaticVolumeBoosteris
used together with positioners to increase the
positioning speed of pneumatic actuators
withaneffectivearea≥1000cm²ora
travelvolume≥6l.
The pneumatic booster supplies the actuator
withanairowoutputwhosepressure
corresponds exactly to the signal pressure,
except that it has a much higher volume
output.
If the positioner signal to supply air to the
actuator increases, the pressure above the
diaphragm (1) increases. The differential
pressure at the diaphragm causes the supply
plug (2) to open, providing supply air up to
amaximumof10bartotheactuator.
In contrast, the signal to vent the actuator
causes the exhaust plug (3) to open. The
pressure in the actuator is relieved over the
exhaust port.
The bypass restriction screw (4) is used to
adjust the response of the pneumatic volume
booster to match the closed control loop
requirements. The setting of the bypass
restriction screw can be locked in position to
prevent it from being turned and can
additionally be lead-sealed.
Refertosection5.3.1onpage23 for
more details on how to adjust the bypass.
3.1 Safety function
ThesafetyfunctionoftheType3755
PneumaticVolumeBoosteristheemergency
venting on demand.