Siemens OpenAir GEB Series Owner's manual

OpenAir™
Technical Instructions
Document No. 155-318P25
EA GEB-1
May 19, 2014
GEB Series Non-spring Return, 24
Vac, 132 lb-in Rotary Electronic
Damper Actuators
Siemens Industry, Inc.
Description
The OpenAir direct-coupled, 24 Vac, non-spring return electronic actuator is
designed for modulating and floating control of building HVAC dampers.
Features •Brushless motor technology with stall protection
•Unique self-centering shaft coupling
•Manual override
•132 lb-in (15 Nm) torque
•5° preload as shipped from factory
•Mechanical range adjustment capabilities
•Offset and span adjustment models available
•Models with independently adjustable, dual auxiliary switches available
•Built-in 1/2-inch conduit connection
•UL and cUL listed, CE certified
Application Used in constant or variable air volume installations for the control of HVAC dampers
requiring up to 132 lb-in (15 Nm) torque.
Warning/Caution Notations
WARNING: Personal injury/loss of life may occur if you do not follow a
procedure as specified.
CAUTION:
Equipment damage may occur if you do not follow a
procedure as specified.

Technical Instructions OpenAir GEB Non-Spring Return, 24 Vac,132 lb-in, Rotary Electronic Damper Actuators
Document Number 155-318P25
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Product Numbers
Table 1.
Product
Number
Operating
Voltage
Control Cable
Built-in Control
Options
24 Vac ±20% Modulating (0 to 10 Vdc) Floating Plenum Standard Position Feedback Dual Auxiliary Switches Offset and Span Input Signal Selectable 0 – 10 Vdc or 2-10 Vdc
GEB131.1P
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GEB131.1U
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GEB132.1U
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GEB136.1U
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GEB161.1P
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GEB161.1U
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GEB164.1U
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Specifications
Power Supply
24 Vac
Operating voltage 24 Vac ±20%
Frequency 50/60 Hz
Power consumption
Running:
GEB16x 5 VA/4W
GEB13x 3 VA/3W
Holding:
GEB 16x 1 VA/1W
Equipment rating Class 2, in accordance with UL/CSA
Class III per EN 60730
Control Signal
Input signal (wires 8-2) GEB16x
Voltage-input 0 to 10 Vdc (max. 35 Vdc)
Input resistance >100K ohms
Feedback signal
Position output signal (wires 9-2) GEB16x
Voltage-output 0 to 10 Vdc
Maximum output current ±1 mA
Function
Running torque 132 lb-in (15 Nm)
Maximum torque 265 lb-in (30 Nm)
Runtime for 90° opening or closing
60 Hz 125 seconds
50 Hz 150 seconds
Nominal angle of rotation 90°
Maximum angular rotation 95°

OpenAir GEB Non-Spring Return, 24 Vac, 132 lb-in, Rotary Electronic Damper Actuators Technical Instructions
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Mounting
Shaft size 1/4 to 3/4-inch (6.4 to 20.5 mm) dia.
1/4 to 1/2-inch (6.4 to 13 mm) square
Minimum shaft length 3/4-inch (20 mm)
Housing
Enclosure NEMA 1
IP54 according to EN 60 529
Material Die cast aluminum alloy
Gear lubrication Silicone free
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature
Operation -25°F to 130°F (-32°C to 55°C)
Storage and transport -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
Ambient humidity (non-condensing) 95% rh
Agency certification
UL60730 (to replace UL873)
cUL certified to Canadian Standard
C22.2 No. 24-93
Conformity
Low voltage directive 2006/95/EC
Product safety: Automatic electrical controls EN 60 730-2-14
for household and similar use (Type 1)
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) 2004/108/EC
Immunity for all models, except GEB132.xx EN61000-6-2
Immunity for GEB132.xx EN61000-6-1
Emissions for all models EN61000-6-3
Auxiliary features
Control signal adjustment
Offset (start point) Between 0 to 5V
Span Between 2 to 30V
Dual auxiliary switches
AC rating 24 to 250 Vac
AC 6A resistive,
AC 2A general purpose
DC rating 12 to 30 Vdc
DC 2A
Switch Range
Switch A 0 to 90° with 5° intervals
Recommended range usage 0 to 45°
Factory setting 5°
Switch B 0 to 90° with 5° intervals
Recommended range usage 45 to 90°
Factory setting 85°
Switching hysteresis 2°
Feedback potentiometer (GEB 132.1U) 0 to 1000 ohm <10 mA
Voltage UL-Class 2 (SELV/PELV for CE)

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Auxiliary features,
Continued
WARNING:
Apply only AC line voltage or only UL-Class 2 voltage (SELV for CE conformance) to
the switching outputs of both auxiliary switches A and B. Mixed operation is not
permissible. See Wiring for details.
NOTE: With plenum cables, only UL-Class 2 (SELV for CE) is permitted).
Miscellaneous
Pre-cabled connection 18 AWG
Cable length 3 feet (0.9m) length
Life cycle Designed for over 50,000 full strokes
at rated torque and temperature
Dimensions: Inches (mm) 8-3/8 H ×3-1/4 W ×2-2/3 D
(212 H ×83 W ×68 D)
Weight 2.2 lbs. (1 kg)
Country of Origin USA
Actuator
Components
Figure 1. Non-Spring Return Actuator
Components.
Legend
1. Actuator housing
2. Positioning scale for angle of
rotation
3. DIP switches and cover
4. Span adjustment
5. Offset (start point) adjustment
6. Mounting bracket
7. Connection cable for power
and control signals
8. Connection cable for auxiliary
switches or feedback
potentiometer
9. Manual override
10. Auxiliary switches A & B
11. Position indicator
12. Self centering shaft adapter
13. 1/2-inch NSPT conduit
connection
14. Shaft adapter locking clip
15. Position indicator adapter

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Accessories NOTE: The auxiliary switches, control signal adjustment, and feedback potentiometer
cannot be added in the field. Order the product number that includes the option(s).
4614Z19
Figure 2. Floor /Frame Mount Kit.
ASK71.11: For in-the-air-stream
applications: Anywhere a foot-mounted
actuator can be mounted. Can also be
directly mounted to a damper frame with
louvers and vents and in applications where
use of the floor mount is not possible.
Kit contains:
•Crank arm to change the angular
rotation into a linear stroke.
•Support bearing ring to minimize side
loading on the actuator’s output
bearing.
•Mounting bracket.
•Required mounting fasteners.
4614Z16
Figure 3. Rotary to Linear Crank Arm Kit.
ASK71.13:Allows a direct-coupled actuator
to provide an auxiliary linear drive. Can be
used to simultaneously drive a set of
opposing or adjacent dampers with a single
actuator.
Kit contains:
•Crank arm to attach to the splined
hub of the shaft adapter.
•Mounting fasteners.
4614Z18
Figure 4. Rotary to Linear Crank Arm Kit
with Mounting Bracket.
ASK71.14:Allows economical mounting of
an OpenAir actuator to a variety of surfaces.
Should be used in applications where the
actuator can be rigid-surface mounted and a
linear stroke output is required.
Kit contains:
•Crank arm to attach to the splined
hub of the shaft adapter.
•Mounting bracket.
•Required mounting fasteners.
Figure 5. NEMA 3RWeather Shield.
ASK75.3U: GEB actuators are UL listed to
meet NEMA 3R requirements (a degree of
protection against rain, sleet, snow, and
damage from external ice formation) when
installed with ASK75.3U Weather Shield and
outdoor-rated conduit fittings in the vertical
position.

Technical Instructions OpenAir GEB Non-Spring Return, 24 Vac,132 lb-in, Rotary Electronic Damper Actuators
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Figure 6. NEMA Type 4X
Weather Shield.
ASK75.7U: GEB Actuators are UL listed to
meet NEMA Type 4X requirements (a degree
of protection against falling dirt, rain, sleet,
snow, windblown dust, splashing water, hose-
directed water, corrosion, and damage from
external ice formation) when installed with an
ASK75.7U Weather Shield and outdoor-rated
conduit fittings. This weather shield may be
mounted in any orientation.
For dimensions, see Figure 19.
Service Parts
985-094P10
Position indicators (10/pkg.)
985-093
Standard shaft adapter
985-098
Adjustment Tool
985-092
Anti-rotation (mounting) bracket.
Figure 7. Miscellaneous Service Parts.
Operation GEB16x
Apply a 0 to 10 Vdc control signal between wire 8 (Y) and wire 2 (G0) to operate the damper
actuator. The angle of rotation is proportional to the control signal. A 0 to 10 Vdc position
feedback output signal is available between wire 9 (U) and wire 2 (G0) to monitor the position
of the damper motor.
In the event of a power failure, the actuator holds its position. In the event that only the control
signal is lost, the actuator returns to the "0" position.
GEB13x
A floating control signal controls the damper actuator. The actuator’s angle of rotation is
proportional to the length of time the signal is applied. A 24 Vac control signal to wire 6 (Y1)
causes the actuator coupling to rotate clockwise. A 24 Vac control signal to wire 7 (Y2)
causes the actuator coupling to rotate counterclockwise.
To reverse the direction of rotation, wires 6 (Y1) and 7 (Y2) can be interchanged.
With no control voltage, the damper actuator holds its position.
Overload protection In the event of a blockage in the damper, the actuator is overload protected over the full range
to prevent damage to the actuator.
Life expectancy An improperly tuned loop will cause excessive repositioning that will shorten the life of the
actuator.

OpenAir GEB Non-Spring Return, 24 Vac, 132 lb-in, Rotary Electronic Damper Actuators Technical Instructions
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Sizing The type of actuator required depends on several factors:
1. Obtain damper torque ratings (ft-lb/ft2or Nm/m2) from the damper manufacturer.
2. Determine the area of the damper.
3. Calculate the total torque required to move the damper:
Total Torque =
SF AreaDamperRatingTorque
1
×
1 Safety Factor: When calculating the total torque required, a safety factor should be included
for unaccountable variables such as slight misalignments, aging of the damper, etc. A
suggested safety factor is 0.80.
4. Select the non-spring return actuator type using Table 2.
Table 2.
Total Torque Actuator
<44lb-in (5Nm) GDE
>44lb-in <88lb-in (>5Nm <10Nm) GLB
>88lb-in <132lb-in (>10Nm <15Nm) GEB
>132lb-in <177lb-in (>15Nm <20 Nm) GBB
>177lb-in <310lb-in (>20Nm <35Nm) GIB
>310lb-in <620lb-in (>35Nm <70Nm) Use tandem-mounting bracket ASK73.2U with any combination of
GIB161 AND GIB166 actuators or use Master/Slave Actuators.
See OpenAir™ Electronic Damper ActuatorsTechnical Instructions (155-
542P25).
Mounting and
Installation
•Place the actuator on the damper shaft so that the front of the actuator is accessible.
(The label and the manual override button are on the front side.)
•The minimum damper drive shaft is 3/4-inches (20mm). The shaft length determines
whether the shaft adapter will be mounted on the front or back of the actuator.
•Refer to Specifications for minimum and maximum damper shaft dimensions.
•Set auxiliary switches, DIP switches, and Offset/Span as required by your
application. (See following sections for details.)
•The position indicator can be mounted to show either the clockwise or
counterclockwise 0 to 90 scale.
•A mounting bracket is included with the actuator.
•The shaft adapter and mounting parts are shipped in a separate container with the
actuator.
•The actuator is shipped from the factory with a 5° pre-load to ensure tight damper
close off.
•Detailed mounting instructions are included with each actuator.

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Manual Override To move the damper blades
and lock the position without
power present:
1. Hold down the PUSH
button.
2. Make adjustments to the
damper position.
3. Release the PUSH button.
Once power is restored, the
actuator returns to automated
control.
Figure 8. Manual Override.
Mechanical Range
Adjustment
The angular rotation is adjustable between 0
and 90° at 5-degree intervals. The range of
shaft movement is limited by mounting the shaft
adapter:
1. Loosen the shaft adapter from the damper
shaft and remove the actuator from the
damper shaft.
2. Remove the clip and shaft adapter from the
actuator.
Figure 9.
Figure 10.
Figure 11
Figure 12.
3. Return the actuator gear train to the “0” position using the steps that follow for the
clockwise or counterclockwise damper shaft rotation.
Clockwise to open:
a. Insert the shaft adapter to the right as close as possible to the raised stop. See
Figure 10.
b. Hold down the PUSH button and rotate the shaft adapter to the left until it stops.
See Figure 11.
c. Release the PUSH button.
d. If the shaft adapter is not resting against the left raised stop, remove the adapter
and insert it against the left stop.
e. Place the position indicator to the “0” position on the outside scale.
See Figure 12.
Counterclockwise to open:
a. Insert the shaft adapter to the left as close as possible to the raised stop.
b. Hold down the PUSH button and rotate the shaft adapter to the right until it
stops.
c. Release the PUSH button.
d. If the shaft adapter is not resting against the right raised stop, remove the
adapter and insert it against the right stop.
e. Place the position indicator to “0” on the inside scale.

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4. Determine the angle of rotation for the damper blade shaft. Subtract that amount
from 90°.
5. Remove the shaft adapter and insert it with the position indicator pointing to the mark
on the scale calculated in the previous step. See Figure 12.
6. Attach the clip.
7. Rotate the damper blade shaft to its “0” position.
8. Return the actuator to the damper shaft and tighten the shaft adapter to the damper
shaft.
Control signal
adjustment
GEB164.1U
(Offset and Span)
The offset (start point) and span of the control signal can be adjusted. The offset, Uo, can
be adjusted between 0 to 5 Vdc. The span, ∆U, can be adjusted between 2 to 30 Vdc.
Ys Mechanical positioning range (100% = angle of rotation 90°)
Yu Control signal
Uo Offset (start point)
∆U Span
NOTE: When the mechanical limitation of the angle of rotation and
self-adaptive function are ON, 100% does not equal 90°.
1. Uo = 0V, ∆U = 2V: The minimum working range for
Ys = 100%
2. Uo = 5V, ∆U = 30V: The maximum working range for
Ys = 100%
3. Uo = 0V, ∆U = 30V: Factory setting
Factory setting:
30V span
0 offset
Figure 13. The Minimum and Maximum Control Signal Adjustment.
Example:
Open the actuator from 0 to 50% (45°) using a control signal of:
Umin= 2V to Umax= 10V.
Calculating the valve of
∆
U:
V16
50 2)(10x100 %inrotationof
angleWorking min)Umax(U%][100
U=
−
=
−
=∆

Technical Instructions OpenAir GEB Non-Spring Return, 24 Vac,132 lb-in, Rotary Electronic Damper Actuators
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Control Signal
Adjustment,
Continued
Uo = 2; ∆U = 16V
Umin = minimum control signal
Umax = maximum control signal
Figure 14. Example.
Dual auxiliary switch
GEB164.1U,
GEB136.1U
←Actuator scale: Clockwise
Adjustment range for switches A and B:
Setting interval: 5°
Switching hysteresis: 2°
←Actuator Scale: counterclockwise
To change the settings of A and B:
NOTE: The scale is only valid when the
actuator is in the "0" position on
clockwise motion.
•Use the adjustment tool provided
with the actuator to turn the
switch adjustment dials to the
desired signal setting.
Factory setting:
Switch A 5°
Switch B 85°
Figure 15. Dual Auxiliary Switch Dials.
.
NOTE: Use the long arm of the "†" to point to the position of switch A. Use the
narrower tab on the red ring to point to the position of switch B.
DIP Switch
Functionality
GEB161
GEB164
Description Label Description Function
Counterclockwise Clockwise Rotary angle direction
Active 0 Off
Self-adaptation to
mechanical range
2-10 Vdc 2-10 0-10 0…10 Vdc
GEB161: Positioning
control signal
2-10 or 0-10
Offset 0-5V
Span 2-30V
ADJ 0-10 0...10 Vdc
GEB164: Positioning
signal. Turn on or off
capability to adjust
offset/span.
Figure 16. DIP Switches.