Spirax Sarco AEL8 Series User manual

IM-P714-05 CTLS Issue 1 1
AEL8 Series Safety Information
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AEL8 Series Safety Information
Quick Start Guide
IM-P714-05
CTLS Issue 1
Caution
Before commencement of any work to make the electrical connections refer to IM-P714-02 for the AEL8
Section 1 "Safety Information".
IM-P714-02 can be found on the Spirax Sarco website.
Warning
Mains connection and commissioning of the AEL8 Series actuator requires specialist knowledge of electrical
circuits and systems, and the inherent dangers. A working knowledge of linear actuators is also required.
The operator is responsible for ensuring that safe systems of operation and practice are implemented and
maintained.
Only qualified personnel must be allowed to make the electrical power connections to the AEL8 Series
actuator, and these personnel must be familiar with, and comply with the applicable health and safety
standards or guidelines.
Failure to do so could result in death, severe physical injuries or material damages to the actuator, valve and
associated equipment.
-Ensure that the electrical power supply is isolated.
-Safeguard against the unintentional switching on by ensuring that there is a safe system of practice in
operation – e.g. lock off the electrical supply isolator.
-Ensure that any installation of any new power supply is compliant with local regulations
-Check the mains connection voltage and frequency for conformity to the actuator. Details of the
requirements are identified on the AEL8 Series actuator nameplate which can be found on the actuator
baseplate.
-Ensure that the power supply cable is of the correct cross section for the maximum expected load.
Details of the requirements are identified on the AEL8 Series actuator nameplate which can be found
on the actuator baseplate, and in the Technical Information Sheet (TI-P714-01).
-Minimum cross section for the power supply cable is 1 mm2. Conductors below this area can result in
operational disturbances.
-Ensure that the power supply is correctly fused for the maximum expected load. Details of the
requirements for each AEL8 Series actuator can be found in TI-P714-01.

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Starting auto tune function
For the majority of applications a quick set-up routine can be adopted. With the actuator spindle in the fully
extended position, the power supply safely isolated and the actuator cover removed:
-With reference to Tables on page 30 in IM-P714-02 (DIP Switch Configuration)
-Select the action required with S1.2 (default is actuator stem extended at minimum input signal)
-Ensure S1.1 is "Off"
-Select the control signal required with S1.5 (default is 4-20 mA / 2-10V)
Note: the feedback signal from the positioner automatically updates to the chosen input signal
-Select the desired failure mode(s) in the event of control signal and power supply interruption. For Steam
systems, it is recommended that DIP Switches S1.7, S1.8, S2.5 and S2.6 be set to "OFF" (Tables on
page 33 IM-P714-02)
-Manually move the valve off its seat approximately 20-50%
Information
Terminal diagram can be found inside the cover of the actuator
Power
Push button assignment
PProgramming button / Save button
+Movement retracting (to open valve)
-Movement extracting (to close valve)
ASwitchover MANUAL/AUTO
LED assignment
L_P Orange
L_+ Red
L_- Green
L_A Blue
L_Power Green LED showing PCB is powered
DIP switches
S1 DIP switch row S1
S2 DIP switch row S2
P
+
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Warning
The AUTOTUNE function will cause the valve and actuator to move. Make certain
that all outcomes have been properly accounted for. The AUTOTUNE function can
be stopped by pressing and holding any button during the commissioning cycle.
Warning
Prior to commissioning actuators fitted with the Shutdown Module, it is important to
refer to Section 6.7: Commissioning of Shutdown Module
-Reconnect power supply
-Set S2.8 to "ON" and the PROG LED will flash
-Press and hold PROG button for 3 seconds, AUTOTUNE will commence
Commissioning LED status
LED
Status
BLUE RED GREEN ORANGE
Flash Waiting for AUTOTUNE start
Flash (alternate) Flash AUTOTUNE in progress
Flash AUTOTUNE complete
Quick Flash AUTOTUNE error
-Once AUTOTUNE is complete the illuminated hand wheel will also confirm actuator status (Green if
control signal is connected.)
-Set S2.8 to "OFF"
Illuminated Hand Wheel – Actuator status
Colour of handwheel Status
GREEN Ready for operation
BLUE Manual operation (Handwheel engaged)
ORANGE Warning (e.g. actuator operating at 50% speed)
RED Fault
For manual commissioning and DIP switch configuration please refer to IM-P714-02

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Runnings Road Cheltenham GL51 9NQ United Kingdom Low Voltage Directive EMC Directive Machinery Directive
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This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.
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