Samson 3730-3 Mounting And Operating Instructions
Text of the manual
EB 8384-3 EN (1300-1612)
Firmware version 1.56
Edition April 2016
Series 3730
Type 3730-3 Electropneumatic Positioner
with HART® communication
EB + CD
Definition of signal words
DANGER!
Hazardous situations which, if not
avoided, will result in death or seri-
ous injury
WARNING!
Hazardous situations which, if not
avoided, could result in death or seri-
ous injury
NOTICE
Property damage message or mal-
function
Note:
Additional information
Tip:
Recommended action
2
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EB 8384-3 EN
3
1
Important safety instructions ..........................................................................8
2
Article code ...................................................................................................9
3
Design and principle of operation ................................................................10
3.1
Additional equipment ...................................................................................11
3.2
Communication ...........................................................................................12
3.2.1�
Configuration�using�the�TROVIS-VIEW�software .............................................13
3.3
Technical data .............................................................................................14
4
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories .................20
4.1
Direct attachment .........................................................................................22
4.1.1�
Type 3277-5�Actuator ..................................................................................22
4.1.2�
Type 3277�Actuator .....................................................................................24
4.2�
Attachment�according�to�IEC 60534-6 ...........................................................26
4.3�
Attachment�according�to�VDI/VDE 3847 .......................................................28
4.4�
Attachment�to�Type 3510�Micro-flow�Valve ....................................................34
4.5
Attachment to rotary actuators ......................................................................34
4.5.1�
Heavy-duty�version ......................................................................................36
4.6�
Reversing�amplifier�for�double-acting�actuators ..............................................38
4.6.1�
Reversing�amplifier�(1079-1118�or�1079-1119) ............................................40
4.7�
Attachment�of�external�position�sensor ...........................................................42
4.7.1�
Mounting�the�position�sensor�with�direct�attachment ........................................43
4.7.2�
Mounting�the�position�sensor�with�attachment�according�to�IEC 60534-6 .........45
4.7.3�
Mounting�the�position�sensor�to�Type 3510�Micro-flow�Valve ...........................46
4.7.4�
Mounting�on�rotary�actuators ........................................................................47
4.8�
Mounting�the�leakage�sensor ........................................................................48
4.9�
Attaching�positioners�with�stainless�steel�housings ...........................................49
4.10�
Air�purging�function�for�single-acting�actuators ..............................................49
4.11�
Required�mounting�parts�and�accessories .......................................................50
5
Connections ................................................................................................55
5.1
Pneumatic connections..................................................................................55
5.1.1�
Signal�pressure�gauges ................................................................................55
5.1.2�
Supply�pressure ...........................................................................................55
5.1.3�
Signal�pressure�(output) ................................................................................56
5.2
Electrical connections ...................................................................................56
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Contents
5.2.1�
Switching�amplifier ......................................................................................59
5.2.1�
Establishing�communication ..........................................................................59
6
Operating controls and readings ..................................................................61
6.1�
Serial�interface ............................................................................................63
6.2
HART® communication .................................................................................63
6.2.1
Dynamic HART®�variables ............................................................................64
7
Start-up and settings ...................................................................................66
7.1�
Defining�the�fail-safe�position ........................................................................66
7.2�
Adjusting�the�volume�restriction�Q .................................................................67
7.3�
Adapting�the�display�direction ......................................................................67
7.4�
Limiting�the�signal�pressure ...........................................................................68
7.5�
Checking�the�operating�range�of�the�positioner ..............................................68
7.6�
Initialization ................................................................................................69
7.6.1�
MAX�–�Initialization�based�on�maximum�range ..............................................71
7.6.2�
NOM�–�Initialization�based�on�nominal�range ...............................................72
7.6.3�
MAN�–�Initialization�based�on�a�manually�selected�range ...............................73
7.6.4�
SUb�–�Substitute�calibration ..........................................................................74
7.7�
Zero�calibration ...........................................................................................77
7.8�
Reset�to�default�settings .................................................................................78
8
Operation ...................................................................................................79
8.1�
Enabling�and�selecting�parameters ................................................................79
8.2�
Operating�modes .........................................................................................79
8.2.1�
Automatic�and�manual�modes ......................................................................79
8.2.2�
Fail-safe�position�(SAFE) ...............................................................................80
8.3�
Fault/malfunction .........................................................................................81
8.3.1�
Confirming�error�messages ...........................................................................82
9
Adjusting the limit contact ............................................................................83
9.1�
Retrofitting�an�inductive�limit�contact ..............................................................84
10
Maintenance ...............................................................................................86
11
Servicing explosion-protected devices ..........................................................86
12
Firmware update (serial interface) ................................................................86
13
Maintenance, calibration and work on equipment ........................................87
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Contents
14
Code list .....................................................................................................88
15
Dimensions in mm .....................................................................................106
15.1�
Fixing�levels�according�to�VDI/VDE 3845�(September�2010) ........................109
16
Valve characteristic selection ......................................................................110
Test certificates ..........................................................................................112
Index ........................................................................................................149
Note:
The functions of the EXPERTplus Valve Diagnostics are described in the Operating
Instructions u EB 8389. EB 8389 EN is included on the enclosed CD-ROM and is
available on our website.
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Firmware revisions
Old
New
1.01
1.10
The HART protocol as per HART®�specification�revision�5�is�supported�by�default.
The�setting�can�be�changed�to�HART®�revision�6�in�the�TROVIS-VIEW�software.�HART®
tools�as�well�as�AMS�or�handheld�communicators�are�currently�not�supported�by�the�revi-
sion 6 version.
The�following�status�messages�have�been�added:
•� Code 76�–�No�emergency�mode
•� Code 77�–�Program�load�error
Reading�indicates�the�number�of�zero�calibrations�performed�since�the�last�initialization.
For�initialization�of�"AIR�TO�CLOSE"�actuators,�the�direction�of�action�(Code 7)�is�auto-
matically�set�to�increasing/decreasing.
Code 3,�the�activation�period�of�the�enabled�configuration�function�has�been�extended�to�
120 s.
1.10
1.20
Electronics�changed,�no�new�functions�added.
1.20
1.30
New�EXPERTplus�diagnostics�functions�(Code�48)�added.
Positioner�in�EXPERTplus�version�with�extended�diagnostics�features.
An�initialization�procedure�in�progress�can�be�canceled�by�pressing�the�rotary�pushbut-
ton.
The position transmitter�(Code�37)�and�solenoid valve�(Code 45)�options�are�automati-
cally detected.
1.30
1.40
All�EXPERTplus�functions�can�be�used�over�HART®�communication�in�this�firmware�version�
and�higher.
The�fault�alarm�contact�is�triggered�by�the�condensed�state�of�the�positioner.
It�is�always�active�with�“Maintenance�alarm”�condensed�state.
•� When�Code�32�=�YES:�also�active�with�“Function�check”�condensed�state
•� When�Code�33�=�YES:�also�active�with�“Maintenance�required/Maintenance�de-
manded”�condensed�state
The Function check�condensed�state�is�additionally�set�for�Test�A1,�A2,�fault�alarm�output�
and position transmitter.
The�min./max.�values�of�the�temperature�monitoring�can�be�reset.
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Firmware revisions
Old
New
1.40
1.41
Internal�revisions
1.41
1.42
Internal�revisions
1.42
1.51
All�EXPERTplus�diagnostic�functions�are�available�without�having�to�activate�them�in�the�
positioner�(u�EB 8389�on�EXPERTplus�Valve�Diagnostics).
Optional�binary�input�with�following�actions:
•� Transmit�switching�state
•� Activate local write protection
•� Switch�between�automatic�and�manual�modes
•� Various�diagnostic�functions�u EB 8389�(EXPERTplus�valve�diagnostics)
The�pressure�limit�(Code 16)�is�no�longer�automatically�set�during�initialization.
1.51
1.54
Internal�revisions
1.54
1.55
Analog input x�option�to�connect�commercially�available�position�sensors�with�a�4�to�
20 mA�signal
Code 4:�the�setting�for�300 mm�has�been�added�to�the�pin�position
1.55
1.56
Internal�revisions
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Important safety instructions
1 Important safety instructions
For�your�own�safety,�follow�these�instructions�concerning�the�mounting,�start-up�and�opera-
tion�of�the�device:
−
The�device�is�to�be�mounted,�started�up�or�operated�only�by�trained�and�experienced�
personnel�familiar�with�the�product.�According�to�these�mounting�and�operating�instruc-
tions,�trained�personnel�is�referred�to�as�individuals�who�are�able�to�judge�the�work�they�
are�assigned�to�and�recognize�possible�dangers�due�to�their�specialized�training,�their�
knowledge�and�experience�as�well�as�their�knowledge�of�the�applicable�standards.
−
Explosion-protected�versions�of�this�device�are�to�be�operated�only�by�personnel�who�has�
undergone�special�training�or�instructions�or�who�is�authorized�to�work�on�explosion-pro-
tected�devices�in�hazardous�areas.�Refer�to�section 11.
−
Any�hazards�that�could�be�caused�in�the�valve�by�the�process�medium,�the�signal�pres-
sure�or�by�moving�parts�are�to�be�prevented�by�taking�appropriate�precautions.
−
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.
To�avoid�damage�to�any�equipment,�the�following�also�applies:
−
Do�not�operate�the�positioner�with�the�back�of�the�positioner/vent�opening�facing�up-
wards.�The�vent�opening�must�not�be�sealed�when�the�positioner�is�installed�on�site.
Vent�opening
−
Proper�shipping�and�storage�are�assumed.
−
Do�not�ground�electric�welding�equipment�near�to�the�positioner.
Note: The device with a CE marking fulfills the requirements of the Directive
2014/34/EU and the Directive 2014/30/EU.
The declaration of conformity is included on the enclosed CD-ROM.
EB 8384-3 EN
9
Article code
2 Article code
Positioner
Type 3730-3
x x x x x x x x 0 x 0 0 x 0 x x
With�display�and�autotune,�HART® communication
Explosion protection
Without
0
ATEX II�2G�Ex ia�IIC�T6,�II�2D�Ex�tb�IIIC�T80°C�IP66
1
CSA
Ex ia�IIC�T6;�Class�I,�Zone�0;�Class�I,�Groups�A,�B,�C,�D;
Class�II,�Groups�E,�F,�G;�Class�I,�Zone�2;�Class�I,�Div.2,�Groups�A,�B,�C,�D;
Class�II,�Div.2,�Groups�E,�F,�G
3
FM
Class�I,�Zone�0�AEx ia�IIC;�Class�I,�II,�III,�Div.1,�Groups�A,�B,�C,�D,�E,�F�G;�
Class�I,�Div.2,�Groups�A,�B,�C,�D;�Class�II,�Div.2,�Groups�F,�G
ATEX II�3G�Ex�nA�II�T6,�II�3G�Ex ic�IIC�T6,�II�3D�Ex�tc�IIIC�T80°C�IP66
8
Additional equipment
Inductive�limit�contact
Without
0
SJ2-SN�(NC�contact)
1
0
SJ2-S1N�(NO�contact)
0/3 2
Solenoid�valve
Without
0
With,�24�V�DC
4
Analog�position�transmitter
Without
0
With
1
External�position�sensor
Without
0
With
0
1
Prepared connection
0
2
Analog�input�x
0 0
0 3
0
Leakage�sensor
Without
0
With
1
Binary input
Without
0
With
0
2
Diagnostics
EXPERTplus
4
Housing material
Aluminum�(standard)
0
Stainless�steel�1.4581
0
1
Special application
Without
0
Free�of�substances�that�impair�paint�adhesion
1
Exhaust�air�port�with�¼-18 NPT�thread,�back�of�positioner�sealed
2
Attachment�according�to�VDI/VDE 3847�including�interface
6
Attachment�according�to�VDI/VDE 3847�prepared�for�interface
7
Special version
Without
0 0
IECEx Ex ia�IIC�T6/T5/T4
1
1 2
GOST 1Ex ia�IIC�T6/T5/T4�Gb�X;�Ex�tb�IIIC�T80°C�Db�X
1
1 4
GOST 2Ex�nA�IIC�T6/T5/T4�Gc�X;�2Ex ic�IIC�T6/T5/T4�Gc�X;�Ex�tc�IIIC�T80°C�Dc�X 8
2 0
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Design and principle of operation
3 Design and principle of oper-
ation
The electropneumatic positioner is mounted
on pneumatic control valves and is used to
assign�the�valve�position�(controlled vari-
able x)�to�the�control�signal�(set�point w).�The�
electric�signal�from�a�controlling�system�is�
compared�to�the�travel�or�the�rotational�angle�
of�the�control�valve�and�a�signal�pressure�
(output�variable�y)�is�produced�for�the�actua-
tor.
The�positioner�consists�of�a�travel�sensor�sys-
tem�(2)�proportional�to�resistance,�an�analog�
i/p�converter�with�a�downstream�air�capacity�
booster�(7)�and�the�electronics�with�microcon-
troller�(5).�
The�positioner�is�fitted�with�three�binary�con-
tacts�as�standard:�A�fault�alarm�output�indi-
cates�a�fault�to�the�control�room�and�two�con-
figurable�software�limit�contacts�are�used�to�
indicate�the�end�positions�of�the�valve.
The valve position is transmitted as a either
an�angle�of�rotation�or�travel�to�the�pick-up�
lever�and�to�the�travel�sensor�(2)�and�supplied�
to�an�analog�PD�controller.�An�A/D�converter�
(4)�transmits�the�position�of�the�valve�to�the�
microcontroller�(5).�The�PD�controller�com-
1
Control valve
2
Travel sensor
3
PD controller
4
A/D�converter
5
Microcontroller
6
i/p�converter
7
Air�capacity�booster
8
Pressure�regulator
9
Flow�regulator
10
Volume�restriction
11* Inductive�limit�contact
12* Solenoid�valve
13* Analog�position�transmitter
14
Software�limit�contact�alarm�
1/2
15
Fault�alarm�output,�alarm�3
16
Display
17* Actuation�of�solenoid�valve
18* Electrical insulation
19
D/A�converter
20
Communication�interface
21
HART® connection
22
Binary input BE*
*
Options
w
x
Q
%
S
mm
G
G
PD
Serial
Interface
16
13
22
15
A2
A3
BE
A1
11
2
4
21 FSK
20
19
5
3
12
6
7
8
10
1
14
14
w
x
y
24 V DC
9
17
18
Fig. 1: Functional diagram
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Design and principle of operation
pares�this�actual�position�to�the�4�to�20 mA�
DC�control�signal�after�it�has�been�converted�
by�the�A/D�converter�(4).�In�case�of�a�set�
point�deviation,�the�activation�of�the�i/p�con-
verter�(6)�is�changed�so�that�the�actuator�(1)�
is�pressurized�or�vented�accordingly�over�the�
downstream�booster�(7).�As�a�result,�the�clo-
sure�member�of�the�valve�(e.g.�plug)�is�moved�
to�the�position�determined�by�the�set�point.
The�supply�air�is�supplied�to�the�booster�(7)�
and�the�pressure�regulator�(8).�An�intermedi-
ate�flow�regulator�(9)�with�fixed�settings�is�
used�to�purge�the�positioner�and,�at�the�same�
time,�guarantees�trouble-free�operation�of�the�
booster.�The�output�signal�pressure�supplied�
by�the�booster�can�be�limited�by�software.
The�volume�restriction�Q�(10)�is�used�to�opti-
mize�the�positioner.
The�extended�EXPERTplus�diagnostics�are�in-
tegrated�into�the�positioner.�They�provide�in-
formation�on�the�positioner�and�generate�di-
agnostic�and�status�messages,�which�allow�
faults�to�be�pinpointed�quickly.
The�positioner�is�suitable�for�the�following�
types�of�attachment�using�the�corresponding�
accessories:
−
Direct�attachment�to�SAMSON�
Type 3277�Actuators
−
Attachment�to�actuators�according�to�
IEC 60534-6�(NAMUR)
−
Attachment�according�to�VDI/VDE 3847
−
Attachment�to�Type 3510�Micro-flow�
Valve
−
Attachment�to�rotary�actuators�according�
to�VDI/VDE 3845
3.1 Additional equipment
Solenoid valve
If�the�operating�voltage�for�the�solenoid�
valve�(12)�fails,�the�signal�pressure�for�the�
booster�is�vented�to�the�atmosphere.�As�a�re-
sult,�the�actuator�is�vented�and�the�valve�
moves�to�its�fail-safe�position.
NOTICE
The manual set point is automatically
reset to 0 % after the solenoid valve is
activated.
A different manual set point must be
entered again (Code 1).
Position transmitter
The�position�transmitter�(13)�is�a�two-wire�
transmitter�and�issues�the�travel�sensor�signal�
as�a�4�to�20 mA�signal�processed�by�the�mi-
crocontroller.
Since�this�signal�is�issued�independent�of�the�
positioner’s�input�signal�(minimum�current�
3.8 mA),�the�momentary�travel/angle�of�ro-
tation�is�controlled�in�real-time.�Additionally,�
the position transmitter allows positioner
faults�to�be�indicated�over�a�signal�current�of�
<2.4 mA�or�>21.6 mA.
Inductive limit contact
In�this�version,�the�rotary�shaft�of�the�posi-
tioner�carries�an�adjustable�tag�which�actu-
ates�the�built-in�proximity�switch.�The�option-
al�inductive�contact�(11)�is�connected�to�A1,�
while�the�remaining�software�limit�contact�is�
connected to A2.
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Design and principle of operation
External position sensor
In�this�version,�only�the�sensor�is�mounted�to�
the control valve. The positioner is located
separately�from�the�valve.�The�connection�of�
x�and�y�signals�to�the�valve�is�established�by�
cable�and�piping�for�air�(only�without�induc-
tive�limit�contact).
Analog input x
The analog input x option allows commer-
cially�available�external�linear�or�angle�posi-
tion�sensors�that�use�a�4�to�20 mA�signal�to�
be�connected�to�the�positioner.�The�analog�
input�x�is�protected�against�reverse�polarity�
and�overload�up�to�24 V AC/DC.�The�posi-
tioner�switches�to�open-loop�operation�(no�
closed-loop�operation)�as�soon�as�the�input�
signal�falls�below�2.5 mA.
Leakage sensor
By�upgrading�the�positioner�with�a�leakage�
sensor,�it�is�possible�to�detect�seat�leakage�
when the valve is in the closed position.
Binary input
Positioners�can�be�optionally�fitted�with�a�bi-
nary�input.�The�following�actions�can�be�trig-
gered�by�changing�the�edge�state:
−
Transmit switching state�[default]
The�switching�state�of�the�binary�input�is�
logged.
−
Set on-site operation write protection
While�the�binary�input�is�active,�no�set-
tings�can�be�changed�at�the�positioner.�
Enabling�configuration�over�Code�3�is�
not active.
−
Switch between AUTO/MAN
The�positioner�changes�from�the�auto-
matic mode �(AUTO)�to�the�manual�
mode �(MAN)�or�vice�versa.
This�function�is�not�performed�if�the�posi-
tioner�is�in�the�fail-safe�position�mode�
(SAFE).
−
Various�diagnostic�functions�u EB 8389�
(EXPERTplus�valve�diagnostics)
Note:
− The optional binary input can only
be configured using the
TROVIS-VIEW software and using
the DD parameters (u EB 8389 on
EXPERTplus valve diagnostics).
− The default switching state is with
an open switch.
3.2 Communication
The�positioner�is�equipped�with�an�interface�
for�HART®�protocol�(Highway�Addressable�
Remote�Transducer)�for�communication�pur-
poses. Data are transmitted in a superim-
posed�frequency�(FSK�=�Frequency�Shift�Key-
ing)�on�the�existing�signal�loop�for�the�4�to�
20 mA�set�point.
Either a HART®�capable�handheld�communi-
cator�or�a�computer�with�FSK�modem�can�be�
used�to�establish�communication�and�oper-
ate the positioner.
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Design and principle of operation
Note:
The HART® device revision as well as
the indicating and operating modules
supported by the Type 3730-3 Posi-
tioner can be found on the SAMSON
website:
3.2.1
Configuration using the
TROVIS-VIEW software
The�positioner�can�be�configured�with�
SAMSON's�TROVIS-VIEW�Configuration�
and�Operator�Interface.
The�positioner�has�for�this�purpose�a�serial
interface�to�allow�the�RS-232�or�USB�port�of�
a�computer�to�be�connected�to�it�over�an�
adapter�cable.
The�TROVIS-VIEW�software�enables�the�user�
to�easily�configure�the�positioner�as�well�as�
view process parameters online.
Note:
TROVIS-VIEW provides a uniform us-
er interface that allows users to con-
figure and parameterize various
SAMSON devices using device-spe-
cific database modules. The 3730-3
device module can be downloaded
free of charge from our website
(www.samson.de at Services > Soft-
ware > TROVIS-VIEW). Additional
information on TROVIS-VIEW (e.g.
system requirements) can found on
the SAMSON website and in the Da-
ta Sheet u T 6661.
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Design and principle of operation
3.3 Technical data
Type 3730-3 Positioner
The listed technical data may be restricted by the limits of the test certificate for
explosion-protected devices.
Valve�
travel
Adjustable
Direct�attachment�to�Type 3277�Actuator
3.6�to�30 mm
Attachment�according�to�IEC 60534-6�
(NAMUR)
3.6�to�300 mm
Attachment�according�to�VDI/VDE 3847
3.6�to�300 mm
Attachment�to�rotary�actuators�(VDI/
VDE 3845)
24�to�100°�opening�angle
Travel
range
Adjustable
Adjustable�within�the�initialized�travel/angle�of�rotation�of�the�valve;�travel�can�be�
restricted�to�1/5�at�the�maximum.
Set�point�
w
Signal�range
4�to�20 mA�·�Two-wire�device,�reverse�polarity�protection�·�Minimum�span�4 mA
Static�destruction�
limit
100 mA
Minimum�current
3.6 mA�for�display�·�3.8 mA�for�operation
Load�impedance
≤�8.2 V�(corresponds�to�410 Ω�at�20 mA)
Supply�
air
Pressure
1.4�to�7 bar�(20�to�105 psi)
Air quality acc. to
ISO�8573-1
Max.�particle�size�and�density:�Class�4�·�Oil�content:�Class�3�·�Pressure�dew�point:�
Class�3�or�at�least�10�K�below�the�lowest�ambient�temperature�to�be�expected
Signal�pressure�(output)
0�bar�up�to�the�capacity�of�the�supply�pressure�·�Can�be�limited�to�
1.4 bar/2.4 bar/3.7 bar�± 0.2 bar�by�software
Charac-
teristic
Adjustable
Linear/Equal�percentage/Reverse�equal�percentage
User-defined�(over�operating�software�and�communication)
Butterfly�valve,�rotary�plug�valve�and�segmented�ball�valve:�Linear/equal�percent-
age
Deviation
≤1 %
Hysteresis
≤0.3 %
Sensitivity
≤0.1 %
Transit time
Venting�or�filling�with�air�adjustable�separately�up�to�240 s�by�software
Direction�of�action
Reversible
Air�consumption,�steady�state
Independent�of�supply�air�approx.�110 ln/h
Air
output
capacity
Actuator�filled�with�
air
At�Δp�=�6�bar:�8.5�mn³/h� ·� At�Δp�=�1.4�bar:�3.0�mn³/h� ·� KVmax(20�°C)�=�0.09
Actuator vented
At�Δp�=�6�bar:�14.0�mn³/h�·�At�Δp�=�1.4�bar:�4.5�mn³/h�·�KVmax�(20�°C)�=�0.15
Permissible�ambient�temperature
–20�to�+80 °C
All versions
–45�to�+80 °C
With�metal�cable�gland
–25�to�+80 °C
With�inductive�limit�contact�(SJ2-S1N)�and�metal�cable�gland
The listed technical data may be restricted by the limits of the test certificate for
explosion-protected devices.
EB 8384-3 EN
15
Design and principle of operation
Type 3730-3 Positioner
The listed technical data may be restricted by the limits of the test certificate for
explosion-protected devices.
Influenc-
es
Temperature
≤0.15�%/10 K
Supply�air
None
Effect�of�vibration
≤�0.25�%�up�to�2000�Hz�and�4�g�according�to�IEC 770
Electromagnetic�compatibility
Complying�with�EN�61000-6-2,�EN�61000-6-3,�EN�61326-1�and�NAMUR�Rec-
ommendation�NE�21
Electrical connections
One�M20 x 1.5�cable�gland�for�6�to�12 mm�clamping�range
Second�M20 x 1.5�threaded�connection�additionally�available
Screw�terminals�for�0.2�to�2.5 mm²�wire�cross-section
Degree�of�protection
IP 66/NEMA 4X
Use�in�safety-instrumented�
systems�(SIL)
Emergency�venting�at�0 mA�set�
point�and�using�optional�
solenoid valve
Observing�the�requirements�of�IEC 61508,�the�systematic�capability�of�the�pilot�
valve�for�emergency�venting�as�a�component�in�safety-instrumented�systems�is�giv-
en.
Use�is�possible�on�observing�the�requirements�of�IEC 61511�and�the�required�
hardware�fault�tolerance�in�safety-instrumented�systems�up�to�SIL 2�(single�device/
HFT = 0)�and�SIL 3�(redundant�configuration/HFT = 1).
Explosion�protection
See�Table�Summary�of�explosion�protection�certificates�for�Type 3730-3�Positioner
Communication�(local)
SAMSON�SSP�interface�and�serial�interface�adapter
Software�requirements�(SSP)
TROVIS-VIEW�with�database�module�3730-3
Communication�(HART®)
HART®�field�communication�protocol
Impedance�in�HART® frequency�range:�Receiving�350�to�450 Ω�·�Sending�approx.�
115 Ω
Software�
require-
ments
For handheld
communicator
Device�description�for�Type 3730-3
For computer
DTM�file�according�to�specification�1.2,�suitable�for�integrating�the�device�into�
frame�applications�that�support�the�use�of�FDT/DTM�(e.g.�PACTware);�other�inte-
grations�(e.g.�AMS,�PDM)�available
Binary contacts
For connection to
Binary�input�of�the�PLC�acc.�to�IEC 61131-2,�
Pmax�=�400 mW�or�for�connection�to�NAMUR�
switching�amplifier�acc.�to�EN 60947-5-6
NAMUR�switching�amplifier�acc.�
to�EN�60947-5-6
Two�software�limit�contacts,�reverse�polarity�protection,�floating,�configurable�switching�characteristics�(default�settings�
in�table)
Signal�
state
Version
No explosion protection
Ex
No�response
Effectively�non-conducting
≤1.0 mA
Response
Conductive�(R�=�348 Ω)
≥2.2 mA
One�fault�alarm�contact,�floating
Signal�
state
Version
No explosion protection
Ex
No�fault�alarm
Conductive�(R�=�348 Ω)
≥2.2 mA
Fault alarm
Effectively�non-conducting
≤1.0 mA
EB 8384-3 EN
Design and principle of operation
Type 3730-3 Positioner
The listed technical data may be restricted by the limits of the test certificate for
explosion-protected devices.
Materials
Housing
Die-cast�aluminum�EN�AC-AlSi12(Fe)�(EN AC-44300)�acc.�to�DIN EN 1706�·�
Chromated�and�powder�paint�coated�·�Special�version:�stainless�steel�1.4581
External�parts
Stainless�steel�1.4571�and�1.4301
Cable�gland
M20 x 1.5,�black�polyamide
Weight
Approx.�1.0 kg
Compliance
�·�
Options for Type 3730-3 Positioner
Solenoid valve · Approval acc. to IEC 61508/SIL
Input
24 V DC�·�Reverse�polarity�protection�·�Static�destruction�limit�40 V
Current�consumption�I�=� U�–�5.7 V
3840 Ω
�(corresponding�to�4.8 mA�at�24 V/114 mW)
Signal�'0'�(no�response)
<12 V�(emergency�shutdown�at�0 V)
Signal�'1'�(response)
>�19 V
Service�life
>�5�x�106�switching�cycles
KV�coefficient
0.15
Analog position transmitter
Two-wire�transmitter
Power supply
12�to�30 V DC�·�Reverse�polarity�protection�·�Static�destruction�limit�40 V
Output�signal
4 to 20 mA
Operating�direction
Reversible
Operating�range
–10�to�+114 %
Characteristic
Linear
Hysteresis
Same�as�positioner
High-frequency�influence
Same�as�positioner
Other�influences
Same�as�positioner
Fault alarm
Can�be�issued�as�current�signal�2.4�±0.1 mA�or�21.6�±0.1 mA
Pepperl+Fuchs inductive limit contact
For�connection�to�switching�amplifier�according�to�EN 60947-5-6.�Can�be�used�in�combination�with�a�software�limit�
contact
SJ2-SN�proximity�switch
Measuring�plate�not�detected:�≥3 mA�·�Measuring�plate�detected:�≤1 mA
SJ2-S1N�proximity�switch
Measuring�plate�not�detected:�≤1 mA�·�Measuring�plate�detected:�≥3 mA
EB 8384-3 EN
17
Design and principle of operation
Options for Type 3730-3 Positioner
External position sensor
Valve�travel
Same�as�positioner
Cable
10�m�·�Flexible�and�durable�·�With�M12x1�connector�·�Flame-retardant�acc.�to�
VDE 0472
Resistant�to�oils,�lubricants�and�coolants�as�well�as�other�aggressive�media
Permissible�ambient�
temperature
–60�to�+105�°C�with�fixed�connection�between�the�positioner�and�position�sensor�·�The�
limits�in�the�test�certificate�additionally�apply�for�explosion-protected�versions
Immunity�to�vibration
Up�to�10 g�in�the�range�of�10�to�2000 Hz
Degree�of�protection
IP 67
Leakage sensor�·�Suitable�for�operation�in�hazardous�areas
Temperature�range
–40�to�+130 °C
Tightening�torque
20�±5 Nm
Binary input�·�Galvanically�isolated�·�Switching�behavior�configured�over�software�(e.g.�TROVIS-VIEW,�DTM)
Active�switching�behavior�(default�setting)
Connection
For�external�switch�(floating�contact)�or�relay�contact
Electric data
Open-circuit�voltage�when�contact�is�open:�max.�10 V
Pulsed�DC�current�reaching�peak�value�of�100 mA�and�RMS�value�of�0.01 mA�when�
contact is closed
Contact
Closed,�
R�<�20 Ω
ON�switching�state�(default�setting)
Open,�
R�>�400 Ω
OFF�switching�state�(default�setting)
Passive�switching�behavior
Connection
For�externally�applied�DC�voltage,�reverse�polarity�protection
Electric data
3�to�30 V�·�Static�destruction�limit�40 V�·�Current�consumption�3.7 mA�at�24 V
Voltage
>�6 V
ON�switching�state�(default�setting)
<1 V
OFF�switching�state�(default�setting)
Analog input x�·�Galvanically�isolated�·�Input�for�externally�measured�valve�position
Input�signal
4�to�20�mA�·�Reverse�polarity�protection�·�Minimum�span�6.4�mA
Electric data
Load�impedance�at�20�mA:�6.0�V�·�Impedance�at�20 mA:�300 Ω�·�Overload�capacity:�
24 V AC/DC
EB 8384-3 EN
Design and principle of operation
Summary of explosion protection certificates for Type 3730-3 Positioner
Type
Certification
Type of protection/comments
3730
-3
INMETRO
No.
IEx�13.0161
Ex ia�IIC�T�Gb
Date
2013-08-28
Valid�until 2016-08-27
STCC
No.
972
0Ex�ia�IIC�T6X;�2Ex�s�II�T6X
Valid�until 2017-10-01
CCoE
No.
A/P/HQ/MH/104/1105
Ex ia�IIC�T6
Date
2011-01-27
Valid�until 2016-01-26
-31
EC type
examination�
certificate
No.
PTB 02�ATEX�2174
II�2G�Ex ia�IIC�T6�Gb;�
II�2D�Ex�tb�IIIC�T80°C�Db�IP66
Date
2013-07-30
No.
RU�C-DE08.B.00113
1Ex ia�IIC�T6/T5/T4�Gb�X;
Ex�tb�IIIC�T80°C�Db�X
Date
2013-11-15
Valid�until 2018-11-14
No.
IECEx�PTB 05.0008
Ex ia�IIC�T6/T5/T4
Date
2005-02-21
KCS
No.
11-KB4BO-0224
Ex ia�IIC�T6/T5/T4
Date
2011-11-10
Valid�until 2015-11-10
No.
GYJ12.1486X
Ex ia�IIC�T4~T6�Ga
Date
2012-10-08
Valid�until 2017-10-07
-33
No.
1330129
Ex ia�IIC�T6;
Class�I,�Zone�0;�Class�I,�Groups�A,�B,�C,�D;
Class�II,�Groups�E,�F,�G;
Class�I,�Zone�2;�Class�I,�Div.2,�Groups�A,�B,�C,�D;�
Class�II,�Div.2,�Groups�E,�F,�G
Date
2009-02-19
No.
3012394
Class�I,�Zone�0�AEx ia�IIC;
Class�I,�II,�III,�Div.1,�Groups�A,�B,�C,�D,�E,�F�G;
Class�I,�Div.2,�Groups�A,�B,�C,�D;�Class�II,�Div.2,�
Groups�F,�G
Date
2008-11-30
EB 8384-3 EN
19
Design and principle of operation
Type
Certification
Type of protection/comments
3730
-38
Statement�of�
conformity
No.
PTB 03�ATEX�2180�X
II�3G�Ex�nA�II�T6;�II�3G�Ex ic�IIC�T6;
II�3D�Ex�tc�IIIC�T80°C�IP66
Date
2013-07-30
No.
RU�C-DE08.B.00113
2Ex�nA�IIC�T6/T5/T4�Gc�X;�
2Ex ic�IIC�T6/T5/T4�Gc�X;
Ex�tc�IIIC�T80°C�Dc�X
Date
2013-11-15
Valid�until
2018-11-14
No.
GYJ12.1487X
Ex�nL�IIC�T4~T6�Gc;�Ex�nA�IIC�T4~T6�Gc
Date
2012-10-08
Valid�until
2017-10-07
EB 8384-3 EN
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
4 Attachment to the control
valve – Mounting parts and
accessories
NOTICE
Risk of malfunction due to incorrect
sequence of mounting, installation
and start-up!
Keep the following sequence.
1. Remove the protective film from the
pneumatic connections.
2. Mount the positioner on the control
valve.
3. Connect the supply air.
4. Connect the electrical power.
5. Perform the start-up settings.
The�positioner�is�suitable�for�the�following�
types�of�attachment:
−
Direct�attachment�to�SAMSON�
Type 3277�Actuator
−
Attachment�to�actuators�according�to�
IEC 60534-6�(NAMUR)
−
Attachment�according�to�VDI/VDE 3847
−
Attachment�to�Type 3510�Micro-flow�
Valve
−
Attachment to rotary actuators
NOTICE
Risk of malfunction due to incorrect
mounting parts/accessories or incor-
rect assignment of lever and pin posi-
tion.
Attach the positioner to the control
valve only using the mounting parts
and accessories as specified in Ta-
ble 1 to Table 6. Observe the type of
attachment.
Observe the assignment between le-
ver and pin position (see travel tables
on page 21).
Lever and pin position
The positioner is adapted to the actuator and
to�the�rated�travel�by�the�lever�on�the�back�of�
the positioner and the pin inserted into the
lever.
The�travel�tables�on�page�21�show�the�
maximum�adjustment�range�at�the�position-
er.�The�travel�that�can�be�implemented�at�the�
valve�is�additionally�restricted�by�the�selected�
fail-safe�position�and�the�required�compres-
sion�of�the�actuator�springs.
The�positioner�is�equipped�with�the�M�lever�
(pin�position�35)�as�standard.
Fig. 2: M lever with pin position 35
NOTICE
Risk of malfunction because the
newly mounted lever has not been
adapted to the internal measuring le-
ver.
Move the newly mounted lever (1)
once all the way as far as it will go in
both directions.
EB 8384-3 EN
21
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
Travel tables
Note:
The M lever is included in the scope of delivery.
S, L, XL levers for attachment according to IEC 60534-6 (NAMUR) are available as
accessories (see Table 3). The XXL lever is available on request.
Direct attachment to Type 3277-5 and Type 3277 Actuators
Actuator size
Rated travel
Adjustment range at positioner 1)
Required
lever
Assigned pin
position
[cm²]
[mm]
Travel�[mm]
120
7.5
5.0
to
25.0
M
25
120/175/240/350
15
� 7.0
to
35.0
M
35
355/700/750
30
10.0
to
50.0
M
50
Attachment according to IEC 60534-6 (NAMUR)
SAMSON valves with
Type 3271 Actuator
Adjustment range at positioner 1)
Other control valves
Required
lever
Assigned pin
position
Actuator size
Rated
travel
Min. travel
Max. travel
[cm²]
[mm]
[mm]
[mm]
60 and 120
with�Type 3510�Valve
7.5
3.6
� 18.0
S
� 17
120
7.5
5.0
25.0
M
25
120/175/240/350
15
� 7.0
35.0
M
35
700/750
7.5
355/700/750
15 and 30
10.0
50.0
M
50
1000/1400/2800
30
14.0
� 70.0
L
� 70
60
20.0
100.0
L
100
1400/2800
120
40.0
200.0
XL
200
See�manufacturer’s�
specifications
200
See�manufacturer’s�specifications
XXL
300
Rotary actuators
Required lever
Assigned pin
position
Opening�angle
24
to
100°
M
90°
1)�
The�min./max.�adjustment�range�is�based�on�the�NOM (nominal range)�initialization�mode
EB 8384-3 EN
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
4.1 Direct attachment
4.1.1
Type 3277-5 Actuator
−
Required mounting parts and accesso-
ries: Table 1 on page 50
−
Observe the travel table on page 21.
Actuator with 120 cm² (see�Fig. 3)
Depending�on�the�type�of�positioner�attach-
ment,�the�signal�pressure�is�routed�either�left�
or�right�of�the�yoke�through�a�hole�to�the�ac-
tuator�diaphragm.�Depending�on�the�fail-
safe�action�of�the�actuator�"actuator�stem�ex-
tends"�or�"actuator�stem�retracts"�(valve�clos-
es�or�opens�upon�supply�air�failure),�the�swi-
tchover�plate�(9)�must�first�be�attached�to�the�
actuator�yoke.�Align�the�switchover�plate�
with�the�corresponding�symbol�for�left�or�
right�attachment�according�to�the�marking�
(view�looking�onto�the�switchover�plate).
1. Mount�connecting�plate�(6)�or�pressure�
gauge�bracket�(7)�with�pressure�gauges�
on�the�positioner,�making�sure�the�two�
seals are seated properly.
2. Remove�screw�plug�(4)�on�the�back�of�
the�positioner�and�seal�the�signal�pres-
sure�output�(38)�on�the�connecting�plate�
(6)�or�on�the�pressure�gauge�bracket�(7)�
with�the�stopper�(5)�included�in�the�ac-
cessories.
3. Place�follower�clamp�(3)�on�the�actuator�
stem,�align�it�and�screw�tight�so�that�the�
mounting�screw�is�located�in�the�groove�
of�the�actuator�stem.
4. Mount�cover�plate�(10)�with�narrow�side�
of�the�cut-out�(Fig. 3,�on�the�left)�pointing�
towards�the�signal�pressure�connection.�
Make�sure�that�the�gasket�(14)�points�to-
wards�the�actuator�yoke.
5. 15 mm travel:�Keep�the�follower�pin�(2)�
on the M�lever�(1)�on�the�back�of�the�po-
sitioner in the pin position 35�(delivered�
state).
7.5 mm travel:�Remove�the�follower�pin�
(2)�from�the�pin�position�35,�reposition�it�
in�the�hole�for�pin�position�25 and screw
tight.
6. Insert�formed�seal�(15)�into�the�groove�of�
the�positioner�housing�and�insert�the�seal�
(10.1)�on�the�back�of�the�housing.
7.� Place�positioner�on�the�cover�plate�(10)�
in�such�a�manner�that�the�follower�pin�
(2)�rests�on�the�top�of�the�follower�clamp�
(3).�Adjust�the�lever�(1)�correspondingly�
and open the positioner cover to hold the
positioner�shaft�in�position�at�the�cap�or�
rotary�pushbutton.�The�lever�(1)�must�rest�
on�the�follower�clamp�with�spring�force.�
Mount�the�positioner�on�the�cover�plate�
(10)�using�the�two�fixing�screws.
Note applying to all types of attach-
ment except for direct attachment to
Type 3277-5:
The signal pressure output at the
back must be sealed by the screw
plug (4, order no. 0180-1254) and
the associated O-ring (order no.
0520-0412).
8.� Mount�cover�(11)�on�the�other�side.�
Make�sure�that�the�vent�plug�is�located�at�
the�bottom�when�the�control�valve�is�in-
stalled to allow any condensed water
that�collects�to�drain�off.
EB 8384-3 EN
23
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
Symbols
Actuator stem
extends
Actuator stem
retracts
Left�attachment
Right�attachment
Switchover�plate�(9)
9
11
Supply 9
Output 38
5
6
4
7
6
10
10.1
3
2
1
15
6.1
1.1
1.2
14
8
Marking
Signal�pressure
input�for�left
attachment
Signal�pressure
input�for�right
attachment
Cut-out�of�
cover plate
NOTICE
Only use the connecting plate (6) in-
cluded in the accessories to connect
supply and output!
Never screw threaded parts directly
into housing!
1
Lever
1.1 Nut
1.2 Disk�spring
2
Follower pin
3
Follower clamp
4
Screw�plug
5
Sealing�plug
6
Connecting�plate
6.1 Seals
� 7
Pressure�gauge�bracket
� 8
Pressure�gauge�
mounting�kit
� 9
Switchover�plate�
(actuator)
10
Cover plate
10.1 Seal
11
Cover
14
Gasket
15
Formed seal
Fig. 3: Direct attachment – Signal pressure connection for Type 3277-5 Actuator with 120 cm²
M�lever
EB 8384-3 EN
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
4.1.2
Type 3277 Actuator
−
Required mounting parts and accesso-
ries: Table 2 on page 51
−
Observe the travel table on page 21.
Actuators with 175 to 750 cm² effective ar-
eas (see Fig. 4)
Mount�the�positioner�on�the�yoke.�The�signal�
pressure is routed to the actuator over the
connection�block�(12),�for�actuators�with�fail-
safe�action�"actuator�stem�extends"�internal-
ly�through�a�hole�in�the�valve�yoke�and�for�
"actuator�stem�retracts"�through�an�external�
pipe.
1. Place�follower�clamp�(3)�on�the�actuator�
stem,�align�it�and�screw�tight�so�that�the�
mounting�screw�is�located�in�the�groove�
of�the�actuator�stem.
2. Mount�cover�plate�(10)�with�narrow�side�
of�the�cut-out�(Fig. 4,�on�the�left)�pointing�
towards�the�signal�pressure�connection.�
Make�sure�that�the�gasket�(14)�points�to-
wards�the�actuator�yoke.
3. For�actuators�with�355,�700�or�750 cm²,�
remove�the�follower�pin�(2)�on�the�M le-
ver�(1)�on�the�back�of�the�positioner�from�
pin position 35,�reposition�it�in�the�hole�
for�pin�position�50�and�screw�tight.
For�actuators�175,�240�and�350 cm²�
with�15 mm�travel,�keep�the�follower�pin�
(2)�in�pin�position�35.
4. Insert�formed�seal�(15)�into�the�groove�of�
the�positioner�housing.
5. Place positioner on the cover plate in
such�a�manner�that�the�follower�pin�(2)�
rests�on�the�top�of�the�follower�clamp�(3).�
Adjust�the�lever�(1)�correspondingly�and�
open the positioner cover to hold the po-
sitioner�shaft�in�position�at�the�cap�or�ro-
tary�pushbutton.�The�lever�(1)�must�rest�
on�the�follower�clamp�with�spring�force.
Mount�the�positioner�on�the�cover�plate�
(10)�using�the�two�fixing�screws.
6. Make�sure�that�the�tip�of�the�gasket (16)�
projecting�from�the�side�of�the�connec-
tion�block�is�positioned�to�match�the�ac-
tuator�symbol�for�the�actuator's�fail-safe�
action�"actuator�stem�extends"�or�"actu-
ator�stem�retracts".�If�this�is�not�the�case,�
unscrew�the�three�fastening�screws�and�
lift�off�the�cover.�Turn�the�gasket�(16)�by�
180°�and�re-insert�it.
The�old�connection�block�version�(Fig. 4,�
bottom)�requires�the�switch�plate�(13)�to�
be�turned�to�align�the�actuator�symbol�
with�the�arrow�marking.
7.� Place�the�connection�block�(12)�with�the�
associated�seals�against�the�positioner�
and�the�actuator�yoke�and�fasten�using�
the�screw�(12.1).�For�actuators�with�fail-
safe�action�"actuator�stem�retracts",�ad-
ditionally�remove�the�stopper�(12.2)�and�
mount�the�external�signal�pressure�pipe.
8.� Mount�cover�(11)�on�the�other�side.�
Make�sure�that�the�vent�plug�is�located�at�
the�bottom�when�the�control�valve�is�in-
stalled to allow any condensed water
that�collects�to�drain�off.
EB 8384-3 EN
25
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
Extends
Retracts
2
10 14
15
1
2
3
11 11.1
SUPPLY
13
B
C
1.1
1.2
12
12.1
12
12.2
12.1
12
16
16
16
12.2
SUPPLY
View A
View B
View C
SUPPLY
G
G 3/8
A
M�lever
Cut-out�of�
cover�plate�(10)
Actuator�stem�extends
Actuator stem retracts
Connection
block�(old)�with�
switch�plate�(13)
Actuator stem
1
Lever
1.1
Nut
1.2
Disk�spring
2
Follower pin
3
Follower clamp
10
Cover plate
11
Cover
11.1
Vent�plug
12
Connection�block�
12.1
Screw
12.2
Stopper�or�connection�for�external�piping
13
Switch�plate
14
Gasket
15
Formed seal
16
Gasket
Fig. 4: Direct attachment – Signal pressure connection for Type 3277 Actuator with 175 to 750 cm²
Marking
EB 8384-3 EN
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
4.2 Attachment according to
IEC 60534-6
−
Required mounting parts and accesso-
ries: Table 3 on page 52
−
Observe the travel table on page 21.
Fig. 5
The positioner is attached to the control valve
using�a�NAMUR�bracket�(10).
1. Screw�the�two�bolts�(14)�to�the�bracket�
(9.1)�of�the�stem�connector�(9),�place�the�
follower�plate�(3)�on�top�and�use�the�
screws�(14.1)�for�fastening.
Actuator sizes 2800 cm² and 1400 cm²
with 120 mm travel:
−
For�a�travel�of�60�mm�or�smaller,�
screw�the�longer�follower�plate�(3.1)�
directly�to�the�stem�connector�(9).
−
For�a�travel�exceeding�60 mm,�mount�
the�bracket�(16)�first�and�then�the�fol-
lower�plate�(3)�to�the�bracket�togeth-
er�with�the�bolts�(14)�and�screws�
(14.1).
2. Mount�NAMUR�bracket�(10)�to�the�con-
trol�valve�as�follows:
−
For attachment to the NAMUR rib,�
use�an�M8�screw�(11)�and�toothed�
lock�washer�directly�in�the�yoke�hole.
−
For attachment to valves with rod-
type yokes,�use�two�U-bolts�(15)�
around�the�yoke.�Align�the�NAMUR�
bracket�(10)�according�to�the�em-
bossed�scale�so�that�the�follower�
plate�(3)�is�shifted�by�half�the�angle�
range�to�the�NAMUR�bracket�(the�
slot�of�the�follower�plate�is�centrally�
aligned�with�the�NAMUR�bracket�at�
mid�valve�travel).
3. Mount�connecting�plate�(6)�or�pressure�
gauge�bracket�(7)�with�pressure�gauges�
on�the�positioner,�making�sure�the�two�
seals�(6.1)�are�seated�properly.
4. Select�required�lever�size�(1)�M,�L or XL
and�pin�position�according�to�the�actua-
tor�size�and�valve�travel�listed�in�the�trav-
el�table�on�page 21.
Should�a�pin�position�other�than�position�35
with the standard M�lever�be�required,�or�an�
L or XL�lever�size�be�required,�proceed�as�
follows:
5. Screw�the�follower�pin�(2)�in�the�as-
signed�lever�hole�(pin�position�as�speci-
fied�in�the�travel�table).�Only�use�the�lon-
ger�follower�pin�(2)�included�in�the�
mounting�kit.
6. Place�the�lever�(1)�on�the�shaft�of�the�po-
sitioner�and�fasten�it�tight�using�the�disk�
spring�(1.2)�and�nut�(1.1).
Move�lever�once�all�the�way�as�far�as�it�
will�go�in�both�directions.
7.� Place�positioner�on�the�NAMUR�bracket�
in�such�a�manner�that�the�follower�pin�
(2)�rests�in�the�slot�of�the�follower�plate�
(3,�3.1).�Adjust�the�lever�(1)�correspond-
ingly.
Screw�the�positioner�to�the�NAMUR�
bracket�using�both�its�mounting�screws.
EB 8384-3 EN
27
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
Fig. 5: Attachment according to IEC 60534-6 (NAMUR)
NOTICE
Only use the connecting plate (6) included in the accessories to connect supply
and output! Never screw threaded parts directly into housing!
10
11
1
1
14.1
3
3.1
16
15
14
1
1.2
1.1
2
9.1
9
6.1
6
7
8
Attachment�to�rod-type�yoke
Rods�with�20�to�35 mm�diameter
Attachment�to�NAMUR�rib
Additional�bracket�for�
actuators with
2800 cm²�and�travel�
≥60 mm
XL�and�L�lever
1
Lever
1.1 Nut
1.2 Disk�spring
2
Follower pin
3
Follower plate
3.1 Follower plate
6
Connecting�plate
6.1 Seals
� 7
Pressure�gauge�bracket
� 8
Pressure�gauge�mounting�
kit
� 9
Stem�connector
� 9.1 Bracket
10
NAMUR�bracket
11
Screw
14
Bolt
14.1 Screws
15
U-bolt
16
Bracket
EB 8384-3 EN
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
4.3 Attachment according to
VDI/VDE 3847
Type�3730-3xxx0xxxx0x0060xx�and�
Type�3730-3xxx0xxxx0x0070xx�Positioners�
with�air�purging�of�the�actuator's�spring�
chamber�can�be�attached�according�to�VDI/
VDE 3847.
Type�3730-3xxx0xxxx0x0000xx�Positioner�
without�air�purging�of�the�actuator's�spring�
chamber�can�be�attached�according�to�VDI/
VDE 3847.
This�type�of�attachment�allows�the�positioner�
to�be�replaced�quickly�while�the�process�is�
running�by�blocking�the�air�in�the�actuator.
The�signal�pressure�can�be�blocked�in�the�ac-
tuator�by�unscrewing�the�red�retaining�screw�
(20)�and�then�turning�the�air�blocker�(19)�on�
the�bottom�of�the�adapter�block.
Attachment to Type 3277 Actuator (see
Fig. 6)
−
Required�mounting�parts�and�accesso-
ries:�Table 4�on�page 52
Mount�the�positioner�on�the�yoke�as�shown�
in�Fig. 6.�The�signal�pressure�is�routed�to�the�
actuator�over�the�connecting�plate�(12),�for�
actuators�with�fail-safe�action�"actuator�stem�
extends"�internally�through�a�bore�in�the�
valve�yoke�and�for�"actuator�stem�retracts"�
through�external�piping.
Only�the�Y1�port�is�required�for�positioner�
attachment.�The�Y2�port�can�be�used�for�air�
purging�of�the�spring�chamber.
1. Place�follower�clamp�(3)�on�the�actuator�
stem,�align�it�and�screw�tight�so�that�the�
mounting�screw�is�located�in�the�groove�
of�the�actuator�stem.
2. Place�the�adapter�bracket�(6)�on�the�po-
sitioner�and�mount�using�the�screws�
(6.1).�Make�sure�that�the�seals�are�cor-
rectly seated. For positioners with air
purging,�remove�the�stopper�(5)�before�
mounting�the�positioner.�For�positioners�
without air purging,�replace�the�screw�
plug�(4)�with�a�vent�plug.
3. For�actuators�with�355,�700�or�750 cm²,�
remove�the�follower�pin�(2)�on�the�M�le-
ver�(1)�on�the�back�of�the�positioner�from�
pin�position�35,�reposition�it�in�the�hole�
for�pin�position�50�and�screw�tight.
For�actuators�175,�240�and�350 cm²�
with�15 mm�travel,�keep�the�follower�pin�
(2)�in�pin�position�35.
4. Insert�the�formed�seal�(6.2)�in�the�groove�
of�the�adapter�bracket�(6).
5. Insert�the�formed�seal�(17.1)�into�the�
turnboard�(17)�and�mount�the�turnboard�
to�the�adapter�block�(13)�using�the�
screws�(17.2).
6. Mount�the�blank�plate�(18)�to�the�turn-
board�(17)�using�the�screws�(18.1).�
Make�sure�that�the�seals�are�correctly�
seated.
Note:
A solenoid valve can also be mount-
ed in place of the blank plate (18).
The orientation of the turnboard (17)
determines the mounting position of
the solenoid valve. Alternatively, a
restrictor plate can be mounted
(u AB 11).
EB 8384-3 EN
29
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
18.1
1
17.2 18
17
17.1
13.1
13
12
12.1
3
11.1
11
19
20
Exh.
1.1
1.2
1.1
1.2
1
2
6.2
6.1
6
4
6.3
5
1
Lever
1.1
Nut
1.2
Disk�spring
2
Follower pin
3
Follower clamp
4
Screw�plug
5
Stopper
6
Adapter�bracket
6.1
Screws
6.2
Formed seal
6.3
Screws
11
Cover
11.1
Vent�plug
12
Connecting�plate
12.1
Seal
13
Adapter�block
13.1
Screws
17
Turnboard
17.1
Formed seal
17.2
Screws
18
Blank�plate
18.1
Screws
19
Air�blocker
20
Retaining�screw
Fig. 6: Attachment according to VDI/VDE 3847 to Type 3277 Actuator
EB 8384-3 EN
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
7.� Insert�the�screws�(13.1)�through�the�mid-
dle�holes�of�the�adapter�block�(13).
8.� Place�the�connecting�plate�(12)�together�
with�the�seal�(12.1)�onto�the�screws�
(13.1)�corresponding�to�the�fail-safe�ac-
tion�"actuator�stem�extends"�or�"actuator�
stem�retracts".�The�fail-safe�action�that�
applies�is�determined�by�aligning�the�
groove�of�the�adapter�block�(13)�with�the�
groove�of�the�connecting�plate�(12)�
(Fig. 7).
Z
Z
12
13
Actuator stem
retracts
extends
12
Connecting�
plate
13
Adapter�block
Fig. 7: Fail-safe position
9.� Mount�the�adapter�block�(13)�together�
with�the�connecting�plate�(12)�to�the�ac-
tuator�using�the�screws�(13.1).
10. Insert�the�vent�plug�(11.1)�into�the�Exh.
connection.
11. For�fail-safe�action�"actuator�stem�ex-
tends",�seal�the�Y1�port�with�a�blanking�
plug.
For�fail-safe�action�"actuator�stem�re-
tracts",�connect�the�Y1�port�to�the�signal�
pressure�connection�of�the�actuator.
Place�positioner�on�the�adapter�block�
(13)�in�such�a�manner�that�the�follower�
pin�(2)�rests�on�the�top�of�the�follower�
clamp�(3).�Adjust�the�lever�(1)�corre-
spondingly�and�open�the�positioner�cov-
er�to�hold�the�positioner�shaft�in�position�
at�the�cap�or�rotary�pushbutton.
The�lever�(1)�must�rest�on�the�follower�
clamp�with�spring�force.
Fasten�the�positioner�to�the�adapter�block�
(13)�using�the�two�fixing�screws�(6.3).�
Make�sure�the�formed�seal�(6.2)�is�prop-
erly seated.
12. Mount�cover�(11)�on�the�other�side�to�the�
yoke.�Make�sure�that�the�vent�plug�is�lo-
cated�at�the�bottom�when�the�control�
valve is installed to allow any condensed
water�that�collects�to�drain�off.
EB 8384-3 EN
31
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
Attachment to NAMUR rib (see Fig. 8)
−
Required�mounting�parts�and�accesso-
ries:�Table 4�on�page 52
−
Observe�the�travel�table�on�page 21.
1. Series 240 Valves, actuator size up to
1400-60 cm²:�Screw�the�two�bolts�(14)�
to�the�bracket�of�the�stem�connector�or�
directly�to�the�stem�connector�(depending�
on�the�version),�place�the�follower�plate�
(3)�on�top�and�use�the�screws�(14.1)�to�
fasten�it.
Type 3251 Valve, 350 to 2800 cm²:
Screw�the�longer�follower�plate�(3.1)�to�
the�bracket�of�the�stem�connector�or�di-
rectly�to�the�stem�connector�(depending�
on�the�version).
Type 3254 Valve, 1400-120 to
2800 cm²:�Screw�the�two�bolts�(14)�to�
the�bracket�(16).�Fasten�the�bracket�(16)�
onto�the�stem�connector,�place�the�follow-
er�plate�(3)�on�top�and�use�the�screws�
(14.1)�to�fasten�it.
Mount�the�positioner�on�the�NAMUR�rib�
as�shown�in�Fig. 8.
2. For attachment to the NAMUR rib,�fas-
ten�the�NAMUR�connection�block�(10)�
directly�into�the�existing�yoke�bore�using�
the�screw�and�toothed�lock�washer�(11).�
Align�the�marking�on�the�NAMUR�valve�
connection�(on�the�side�marked�'1')�to�
50 %�travel.
For attachment to valves with rod-type
yokes�using�the�formed�plate�(15),�which�
is�placed�around�the�yoke:�screw�the�four�
studs�into�the�NAMUR�connection�block�
(10).�Place�the�NAMUR�connection�block�
on�the�rod�and�position�the�formed�plate�
(15)�on�the�opposite�side.�Use�the�nuts�
and�toothed�lock�washers�to�fasten�the�
formed�plate�onto�the�studs.�Align�the�
marking�on�the�NAMUR�valve�connec-
tion�(on�the�side�marked�'1')�to�50 %�
travel.
3. Place�the�adapter�bracket�(6)�on�the�po-
sitioner�and�mount�using�the�screws�
(6.1).�Make�sure�that�the�seals�are�cor-
rectly seated. For positioners with air
purging,�remove�the�stopper�(5)�before�
mounting�the�positioner.�For�positioners�
without air purging,�replace�the�screw�
plug�(4)�with�a�vent�plug.
4. Select�required�lever�size�(1)�M,�L�or�XL�
and�pin�position�according�to�the�actua-
tor�size�and�valve�travel�listed�in�the�trav-
el�table�on�page 21.
Should�a�pin�position�other�than�position�35�
with�the�standard�M�lever�be�required,�or�an�
L�or�XL�lever�size�be�required,�proceed�as�
follows:
−
Screw�the�follower�pin�(2)�in�the�as-
signed�lever�hole�(pin�position�as�speci-
fied�in�the�travel�table).�Only�use�the�lon-
ger�follower�pin�(2)�included�in�the�
mounting�kit.
−
Place�the�lever�(1)�on�the�shaft�of�the�po-
sitioner�and�fasten�it�tight�using�the�disk�
spring�(1.2)�and�nut�(1.1).
−
Move�lever�once�all�the�way�as�far�as�it�
will�go�in�both�directions.
EB 8384-3 EN
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
5. Insert�the�formed�seal�(6.2)�in�the�groove�
of�the�adapter�bracket.
6. Insert�the�formed�seal�(17.1)�into�the�
turnboard�(17)�and�mount�the�turnboard�
to�the�adapter�block�(13)�using�the�
screws�(17.2).
7.� Mount�the�blank�plate�(18)�to�the�turn-
board�using�the�screws�(18.1).�Make�
sure that the seals are correctly seated.
Note:
A solenoid valve can also be mount-
ed in place of the blank plate (18).
The orientation of the turnboard (17)
determines the mounting position of
the solenoid valve. Alternatively, a
restrictor plate can be mounted
(u AB 11).
8.� Fasten�the�adapter�block�(13)�to�the�
NAMUR�connection�block�using�the�
screws�(13.1).
9.� Insert�the�vent�plug�into�the�Exh.�connec-
tion.
10. Place�the�positioner�on�the�adapter�block�
(13)�in�such�a�manner�that�the�follower�
pin�(2)�rests�on�the�top�of�the�follower�
plate�(3,�3.1).�Adjust�the�lever�(1)�corre-
spondingly.
Fasten�the�positioner�to�the�adapter�block�
(13)�using�the�two�fixing�screws�(6.3).�
Make�sure�the�formed�seal�(6.2)�is�prop-
erly seated.
11. For single-acting actuators without air
purging,�connect�the�Y1�port�of�the�
adapter�block�to�the�signal�pressure�con-
nection�of�the�actuator.�Seal�the�Y2�port�
with�a�blanking�plug.
For double-acting actuators and actua-
tors with air purging,�connect�the�Y2�
port�of�the�adapter�block�to�the�signal�
pressure�connection�of�the�second�actua-
tor�chamber�or�spring�chamber�of�the�
actuator.
EB 8384-3 EN
33
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
6.2 6.1
6
4
6.3
5
1
2
16
3
3.1
11
18
18.1
13.1
13
17.2
17
17.1
10
3
Exh.
19
20
14
14.1
1.1
1.2
15
1
Lever
1.1
Nut
1.2
Disk�spring
2
Follower pin
3
Follower plate
3.1
Follower plate
4
Blanking�plug
5
Stopper
6
Adapter�bracket
6.1
Screws
6.2
Formed seal
6.3
Screws
10
NAMUR�con-
nection�block
11
Screw�with�toothed�
lock�washer
13
Adapter�block
13.1
Screws
14
Bolt
14.1
Screws
15
Formed plate
16
Bracket
17
Turnboard
17.1
Formed seal
17.2
Screws
18
Blank�plate
18.1
Screws
19
Air�blocker
20
Retaining�screw
Fig. 8: Attachment according to VDI/VDE 3847 to a NAMUR rib
EB 8384-3 EN
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
4.4 Attachment to Type 3510
Micro-flow Valve
Fig. 9
−
Required mounting parts and accesso-
ries: Table 3 on page 52
−
Observe the travel table on page 21.
The�positioner�is�attached�to�the�valve�yoke�
using�a�bracket.
1. Fasten�the�bracket�(9.1)�to�the�stem�con-
nector.
2. Screw�the�two�bolts�(9.2)�to�the�bracket�
(9.1)�of�the�stem�connector�(9),�place�the�
follower�plate�(3)�on�top�and�use�the�
screws�(9.3)�for�fastening.
3. Mount�the�travel�indication�scale�(acces-
sories)�to�the�outer�side�of�the�yoke�using�
the�hex�screws�(12.1),�ensuring�that�the�
scale�is�aligned�with�the�stem�connector.
4. Fasten�the�hex�bar�(11)�onto�the�outer�
side�of�yoke�by�screwing�the�M8�screws�
(11.1)�directly�into�the�holes�on�the�yoke.
5. Fasten�the�bracket�(10)�to�the�hex�bar�
(11)�using�the�hex�screw�(10.1),�washer�
and�tooth�lock�washer.
6. Mount�connecting�plate�(6)�or�pressure�
gauge�bracket�(7)�with�pressure�gauges�
on�the�positioner,�making�sure�the�two�
seals are seated properly.
7.� Unscrew�the�standard�M�lever�(1)�includ-
ing�follower�pin�(2)�from�the�positioner�
shaft.
8.� Take�the�S�lever�(1)�and�screw�the�follow-
er�pin�(2)�in�the�hole�for�pin�position�17.
9.� Place�the�S�lever�on�the�positioner�shaft�
and�screw�tight�using�the�disk�spring�
(1.2)�and�nut�(1.1).
Move�lever�once�all�the�way�as�far�as�it�
will�go�in�both�directions.
10. Place�positioner�on�the�bracket�(10)�in�
such�a�manner�that�the�follower�pin�
slides�into�the�groove�of�the�follower�pin�
(3).�Adjust�the�lever�(1)�correspondingly.�
Screw�the�positioner�to�the�bracket�(10)�
using�both�its�screws.
4.5 Attachment to rotary actu-
ators
Fig. 11
−
Required mounting parts and accessories:
Table 5 on page 53
−
Observe the travel table on page 21.
The positioner is mounted to the rotary actu-
ator�using�two�pairs�of�brackets.
Prior�to�attaching�the�positioner�to�the�
SAMSON�Type 3278�Rotary�Actuator,�
mount�the�associated�adapter�(5)�to�the�free�
end�of�the�rotary�actuator�shaft.
Note:
On attaching the positioner as de-
scribed below, it is imperative that
the actuator's direction of rotation is
observed.
1. Place�follower�clamp�(3)�on�the�slotted�ac-
tuator�shaft�or�adapter�(5).
EB 8384-3 EN
35
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
S�lever
NOTICE
Only use the connecting plate (6) in-
cluded in the accessories to connect
supply and output!
Never screw threaded parts directly
into housing!
1
Lever
1.1
Nut
1.2
Disk�spring
2
Follower pin
3
Follower plate
6
Connecting�plate
6.1
Seals
� 7
Pressure�gauge�
bracket
� 8
Pressure�gauge�
mounting�kit
� 9
Stem�connector
� 9.1
Bracket
� 9.2
Bolt
� 9.3
Screws
10
Bracket
10.1
Screw
11
Hexagon�bar
11.1
Screws
12.1
Screws
10.1
1
2
1.1
1.2
6.1
6
7
8
10
9
9.1
11
11.1
3
12.1
9.2
9.3
Fig. 9: Attachment to Type 3510 Micro-flow Valve
EB 8384-3 EN
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
2. Place�coupling�wheel�(4)�with�flat�side�
facing�the�actuator�on�the�follower�clamp�
(3).�Refer�to�Fig. 11�to�align�slot�so�that�it�
matches�the�direction�of�rotation�when�the�
valve is in its closed position.
3. Fasten�the�coupling�wheel�(4)�and�follow-
er�clamp�(3)�tightly�onto�the�actuator�shaft�
using�screw�(4.1)�and�disk�spring�(4.2).
4. Fasten�the�bottom�pair�of�brackets�(10.1)�
with�the�bends�pointing�either�facing�to�
the�inside�or�to�the�outside�(depending�on�
the�actuator�size)�onto�the�actuator�hous-
ing.�Position�the�top�pair�of�brackets�(10)�
and�fasten.
5. Mount�connecting�plate�(6)�or�pressure�
gauge�bracket�(7)�with�pressure�gauges�
on�the�positioner,�making�sure�the�two�
seals are seated properly. Double-acting
springless�rotary�actuators�require�the�use�
of�a�reversing�amplifier�on�the�connection�
side�of�the�positioner�housing�(see�section�
4.6).
6. Unscrew�the�standard�follower�pin�(2)�
from�the�positioner's�M�lever�(1).�Use�the�
metal�follower�pin�(�5 mm)�included�in�
the�mounting�kit�and�screw�tight�into�the�
hole�for�pin�position�90°.
7.� Place�positioner�on�the�top�bracket�(10)�
and�fasten�tight.�Taking�the�actuator's�di-
rection�of�rotation�into�account,�adjust�le-
ver�(1)�so�that�it�engages�in�the�slot�of�the�
coupling�wheel�(4)�with�its�follower�pin�
(Fig. 11).�It�must�be�guaranteed�that�the�
lever�(1)�is�parallel�to�the�long�side�of�the�
positioner�when�the�actuator�is�at�half�its�
angle�of�rotation.
8.� Stick�the�scale�plate�(4.3)�on�the�coupling�
wheel so that the arrow tip indicates the
closed�position�and�it�can�be�easily�read�
when the valve is installed.
4.5.1
Heavy-duty version
Fig. 12
−
Required mounting parts and accesso-
ries: Table 5 on page 53
Both�mounting�kits�contain�all�the�necessary�
mounting�parts.�The�parts�for�the�actuator�
size�used�must�be�selected�from�the�mount-
ing�kit.
Prepare�actuator,�and�mount�required�adapt-
er�supplied�by�the�actuator�manufacturer,�if�
necessary.
1. Mount�the�housing�(10)�onto�the�rotary�
actuator.�In�case�of�VDI/VDE�attachment,�
1.2
1.1
1
2
4.1
4.2
5
3
Fig. 10: Mounting the coupling wheel on
Type 3278
EB 8384-3 EN
37
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
10
10.1
6
(7, 8)
1.1
2
4.3
5
6.1
4
1.2
1
130 mm
80 mm
NOTICE
Only use the connecting
plate (6) included in the ac-
cessories to connect supply
and output!
Never screw threaded parts
directly into housing!
Legend for Fig. 10
and Fig. 11
1
Lever
1.1
Nut
1.2
Disk�spring
2
Follower pin
3
Follower clamp
(Fig. 10)
4
Coupling�wheel
4.1
Screw
4.2
Disk�spring
4.3
Scale�plate
5
Actuator�shaft
Adapter�for�Type 3278
6
Connecting�plate
6.1
Seals
� 7
Pressure�gauge�bracket
� 8
Pressure�gauge�
mounting�kit
10
Top�pair�of�brackets
10.1
Bottom�pair�of�brackets
Control�valve�opens�counterclockwise
Control�valve�opens�clockwise
Slot
Slot
Fig. 11: Attachment to rotary actuators
EB 8384-3 EN
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
place�spacers�(11)�underneath,�if�neces-
sary.
2. For SAMSON Type 3278 and VETEC
S160 Rotary Actuators,�screw�the�adapt-
er�(5)�onto�the�free�end�of�the�shaft�or�
place�adapter�(5.1)�onto�the�shaft�of�the�
VETEC R Actuator.�Place�adapter�(3)�on-
to Type 3278, VETEC S160 and VETEC R
Actuators. For VDI/VDE version,�this�
step�depends�on�the�actuator�size.
3. Stick�adhesive�label�(4.3)�onto�the�cou-
pling�in�such�a�manner�that�the�yellow�
part�of�the�sticker�is�visible�in�the�window�
of�the�housing�when�the�valve�is�OPEN.�
Adhesive�labels�with�explanatory�sym-
bols�are�enclosed�and�can�be�stuck�on�
the�housing,�if�required.
4. Fasten�coupling�(4)�on�the�slotted�actua-
tor�shaft�or�adapter�(3)�using�screw�(4.1)�
and�disk�spring�(4.2).
5. Unscrew�the�standard�follower�pin�(2)�
from�the�positioner's�M�lever�(1).�Attach�
the�follower�pin�(�5 mm)�included�in�
the�mounting�kit�to�pin�position�90°.
6. Mount�connecting�plate�(6)�for�required�
G ¼�connecting�thread�or�pressure�
gauge�bracket�(7)�with�pressure�gauges�
on�the�positioner,�making�sure�the�two�
seals�(6.1)�are�seated�properly.�Dou-
ble-acting�springless�rotary�actuators�re-
quire�the�use�of�a�reversing�amplifier�on�
the�connection�side�of�the�positioner�
housing�(refer�to�section 4.6).
7.� For�actuators�with�a�volume�of�less�than�
300�cm³,�fit�the�restriction�(order�no.�
1400-6964)�into�the�signal�pressure�
output�of�the�positioner�(or�the�output�of�
the�pressure�gauge�bracket�or�connecting�
plate).
8.� Place�positioner�on�housing�(10)�and�
screw�it�tight.�Taking�the�actuator's�direc-
tion�of�rotation�into�account,�adjust�lever�
(1)�so�that�it�engages�in�the�correct�slot�
with�its�follower�pin�(Fig. 13).
4.6 Reversing amplifier for
double-acting actuators
For�the�use�with�double-acting�actuators,�the�
positioner�must�be�fitted�with�a�reversing�am-
plifier,�e.g.�the�SAMSON�Type 3710�Revers-
ing�Amplifier�(see�Mounting�and�Operating�
Instructions�u EB 8392).
If�a�different�reversing�amplifier�(item�no.�
1079-1118�or�1079-1119)�is�used,�follow�
the�mounting�instructions�described�in�sec-
tion 4.6.1.
1
10
4
Counterclockwise
Clockwise
Fig. 13: Direction of rotation
EB 8384-3 EN
39
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
6
6.1
7
8
1
1.1
1.2
2
4.1
3
10.1
10
11
5
4.3
4
4.2
4.1
3
5.1
5
10.1
10
4.3
4
4.2
1
Lever
1.1
Nut
1.2
Disk�spring
2
Follower pin
3
Adapter
4
Coupling
4.1
Screw
4.2
Disk�spring
4.3
Adhesive�label
5
Actuator�shaft�or�
adapter
5.1
Adapter
6
Connecting�plate�
(only�for�G ¼)
6.1
Seals
� 7
Pressure�gauge�
bracket
� 8
Pressure�gauge�
mounting�kit
10
Adapter�housing
10.1
Screws
11
Spacer
SAMSON Type 3278
VETEC S160, VETEC R
Attachment acc. to VDE/VDI 3845 (Sept.
2010) fixing level 1, AA1 to AA4 size (see
section 15.1)
Fit�restriction�into�signal�pressure�
output�for�actuators�with�<300 cm³�
volume
Fig. 12: Attachment to rotary actuators (heavy-duty version)
EB 8384-3 EN
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
The following applies to all reversing am-
plifiers:
The�signal�pressure�of�the�positioner�is�sup-
plied�at�the�output�1�of�the�reversing�amplifi-
er.�An�opposing�pressure,�which�equals�the�
required�supply�pressure�(Z)�when�added�to�
the�pressure�at�output�1,�is�applied�at�
output 2.
The�following�relationship�applies:�
Output 1 + Output 2 = Supply pressure (Z).
Connect�output�1�to�the�loading�pressure�
connection on the actuator that causes the
valve to open when the pressure rises.
Connect�output�2�to�the�loading�pressure�
connection on the actuator that causes the
valve to close when the pressure rises.
Î Set�slide�switch�on�positioner�to�AIR�TO�
OPEN.
Note:
How the outputs are marked depends
on the reversing amplifier used:
− Type 3710: Output 1/2 = Y1/Y2
− 1079-1118 and 1079-1119:
Output 1/2 = A1/A2
4.6.1
Reversing amplifier
(1079-1118 or 1079-
1119)
Fig. 14
1. Mount�the�connecting�plate�(6)�from�the�
accessories�in�Table 5�to�the�positioner.�
Make�sure�that�both�O-rings�(6.1)�are�
seated correctly.
2. Thread�the�special�nuts�(1.3)�from�the�ac-
cessories�of�the�reversing�amplifier�into�
the�boreholes�of�the�connecting�plate.
3. Insert�the�gasket�(1.2)�into�the�recess�of�
the�reversing�amplifier�and�slide�both�the�
hollowed�special�screws�(1.1)�into�the�
connecting�boreholes�A1 and Z.
4. Place�the�reversing�amplifier�onto�the�
connecting�plate�(6)�and�screw�tight�us-
ing�both�the�special�screws�(1.1).
5. Use�a�screwdriver�(8 mm�wide)�to�screw�
the�enclosed�filters�(1.6)�into�the�connec-
tion�boreholes�A1 and Z.
NOTICE
Air can escape uncontrolled from the
signal pressure connection.
Do not unscrew the sealing plug (1.5)
out of the reversing amplifier.
Note:
The rubber seal (1.4) is not required
and can be removed when the seal-
ing plug is used.
6. After�initialization,�set�Code 16�(Pressure�
limit)�to�No.
Pressure gauge attachment
The�mounting�sequence�shown�in�Fig. 14�re-
mains�unchanged.�Screw�a�pressure�gauge�
bracket�onto�the�connections�A1 and Z.
Pressure�gauge�
bracket
G ¼
1400-7106
¼ NPT
1400-7107
Pressure�gauges�for�supply�air�Z�and�output�
A1�as�listed�in�Table 1�to�Table 7.
EB 8384-3 EN
41
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
A1
1.5
1.6
1.3
6.2
6
6.1
1.2
1.1
1
1.6
Z
A2
1.4
A1
A2
Z
A1
Output 38
Supply 9
Output 38
Supply 9
1.3
1.2
1.1
From the positioner
Control�signals�to�the�
actuator
1
Reversing�amplifier
1.1
Special�screws
1.2
Gasket
1.3
Special�nuts
1.4
Rubber�seal
1.5
Sealing�plug
1.6
Filter
6
Connecting�plate
6.1
O-rings
6.2
Screws
Fig. 14: Mounting a reversing amplifier (1079-1118 or 1079-1119)
EB 8384-3 EN
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
4.7 Attachment of external po-
sition sensor
Positioner unit with sensor mounted on a mi-
cro-flow valve
−
Required mounting parts and accesso-
ries: Table 7 on page 54
In�the�positioner�version�with�an�external�po-
sition�sensor,�the�sensor�located�in�a�separate�
housing�is�attached�over�a�plate�or�bracket�to�
the�control�valve.�The�travel�pick-off�corre-
sponds�to�that�of�a�standard�device.
The�positioner�can�be�mounted�as�required�to�
a wall or a pipe.
For the pneumatic connection either a con-
necting�plate�(6)�or�a�pressure�gauge�bracket�
(7)�must�be�fixed�to�the�housing,�depending�
on�the�accessory�chosen.�Make�sure�the�seals�
(6.1)�are�correctly�inserted�(see�Fig. 5,�bot-
tom�right).
For the electrical connection�a�10 meter�con-
necting�lead�with�M12x1�connectors�is�in-
cluded�in�the�scope�of�delivery.
Note:
− In addition, the instructions in sec-
tions 5.1 and 5.2 apply for the
pneumatic and electrical connec-
tion.
Operation and setting are described
in sections 7 and 8.
− Since 2009, the back of the posi-
tion sensor (20) is fitted with two
pins acting as mechanical stops for
the lever (1). If this position sensor
is mounted using old mounting
parts, two corresponding Ø 8 mm
holes must be drilled into the
mounting plate/bracket (21). A
template is available for this pur-
pose. See Table 7.
EB 8384-3 EN
43
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
4.7.1
Mounting the position
sensor with direct at-
tachment
Type 3277-5 Actuator with 120 cm² (Fig. 15)
The�signal�pressure�from�the�positioner�is�
routed�over�the�signal�pressure�connection�of�
the�connecting�plate�(9,�Fig. 15�left)�to�the�
actuator�diaphragm�chamber.�To�proceed,�
first�screw�the�connecting�plate�(9)�included�
in�the�accessories�onto�the�actuator�yoke.
−
Turn�the�connecting�plate�(9)�so�that�the�
correct�symbol�for�the�fail-safe�action�
"actuator�stem�extends"�or�"actuator�stem�
retracts"�is�aligned�with�the�marking�
(Fig. 15,�below).
−
Make�absolutely�sure�that�the�gasket�for�
the�connecting�plate�(9)�is�correctly�insert-
ed.
−
The�connecting�plate�has�threaded�holes�
with�NPT�and�G�threads.�Seal�the�thread-
ed connection that is not used with the
rubber�seal�and�square�plug.
Type 3277 Actuator with 175 to 750 cm²:
The�signal�pressure�is�routed�to�the�connec-
tion�at�the�side�of�the�actuator�yoke�for�the�
version�with�"actuator�stem�extends"�fail-safe�
20
21
9
11
1.1
1.2
3
2
1
Actuator stem
extends
retracts
Signal�
pressure
Signal�
pressure
Vent�plug
Symbol
Marking
1
Lever
1.1
Nut
1.2
Disk�spring
2
Follower pin
3
Follower clamp
9
Connecting�plate
11
Cover
20
Position sensor
21
Mounting�plate
Fig. 15: Mounting for Type 3277-5 Actuator (left) and Type 3277 Actuator (right)
EB 8384-3 EN
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
action.�For�the�fail-safe�action�"actuator�stem�
retracts"�the�connection�on�the�top�dia-
phragm�case�is�used.�The�connection�at�the�
side�of�the�yoke�must�be�fitted�with�a�venting�
plug�(accessories).
Mounting the position sensor
1. Place�the�lever�(1)�on�the�sensor�in�
mid-position�and�hold�it�in�place.�Un-
thread�the�nut�(1.1)�and�remove�the�lever�
together�with�the�disk�spring�(1.2)�from�
the�sensor�shaft.
2. Screw�the�position�sensor�(20)�onto�the�
mounting�plate�(21).
3. Depending�on�the�actuator�size�and�rat-
ed�valve�travel,�determine�which�lever�
and�position�of�the�follower�pin�(2)�is�to�
be�used�from�the�travel�table�on�
page 21.�The�positioner�is�delivered�
with the M lever in pin position 35 on the
sensor.�If�necessary,�remove�the�follower�
pin�(2)�from�its�pin�position�and�move�it�
to�the�hole�for�the�recommended�pin�po-
sition�and�screw�tight.
4. Place�the�lever�(1)�and�disk�spring�(1.2)�
on�the�sensor�shaft.�Place�the�lever�in�
mid-position and hold it in place.�Screw�
on�the�nut�(1.1).
5. Place�follower�clamp�(3)�on�the�actuator�
stem,�align�it�and�screw�tight�so�that�the�
mounting�screw�is�located�in�the�groove�
of�the�actuator�stem.
6. Place�the�mounting�plate�together�with�
the�sensor�onto�the�actuator�yoke�so�that�
the�follower�pin�(2)�rests�on�the�top�of�the�
follower�clamp�(3).�It�must�rest�on�it�with�
spring�force.�Fasten�the�mounting�plate�
(21)�onto�the�actuator�yoke�using�both�
fixing�screws.
7.� Mount�cover�(11)�on�the�other�side.�
Make�sure�that�the�vent�plug�is�located�at�
the�bottom�when�the�control�valve�is�in-
stalled to allow any condensed water
that�collects�to�drain�off.
EB 8384-3 EN
45
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
4.7.2
Mounting the position
sensor with attachment
according to
IEC 60534-6
−
Required mounting parts and accesso-
ries: Table 7 on page 54
Fig. 16
1. Place�the�lever�(1)�on�the�position�sensor�
in mid-position and hold it in place.�Un-
thread�the�nut�(1.1)�and�remove�the�lever�
together�with�the�disk�spring�(1.2)�from�
the�sensor�shaft.
2. Screw�the�position�sensor�(20)�onto�the�
bracket�(21).
The standard attached M�lever�with�the�fol-
lower�pin�(2)�at�position�35�is�designed�for�
120�to�350 cm²�actuators�with�15 mm�rated�
travel.�For�other�actuator�sizes�or�travels,�se-
lect�the�lever�and�pin�position�from�the�travel�
table�on�page 21.�L and XL levers are in-
cluded�in�the�mounting�kit.
3. Place�the�lever�(1)�and�disk�spring�(1.2)�
on�the�sensor�shaft.�Place�the�lever�in�
mid-position and hold it in place.�Screw�
on�the�nut�(1.1).
4. Screw�the�two�bolts�(14)�to�the�bracket�
(9.1)�of�the�stem�connector�(9),�place�the�
follower�plate�(3)�on�top�and�use�the�
screws�(14.1)�for�fastening.
5. Place�the�bracket�with�the�sensor�at�the�
NAMUR�rib�in�such�a�manner�that�the�
follower�pin�(2)�rests�in�the�slot�of�the�fol-
lower�plate�(3),�then�screw�the�bracket�
using�its�fixing�screws�onto�the�valve.
20
21
2
1.1, 1.2
14.1
3
14
9
9.1
1
Lever
1.1
Nut
1.2
Disk�spring
2
Follower pin
3
Follower plate
9
Stem�connector
9.1
Bracket
14
Pin
14.1
Screws
20
Position sensor
21
Bracket
Fig. 16: Mounting according to IEC 60534-6 (NAMUR)
EB 8384-3 EN
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
4.7.3
Mounting the position
sensor to Type 3510 Mi-
cro-flow Valve
−
Required mounting parts and accesso-
ries: Table 7 on page 54
Fig. 17
1. Place�the�lever�(1)�on�the�position�sen-
sor in mid-position and hold it in place.
Unscrew�the�nut�(1.1)�and�remove�the�
standard attached M lever�(1)�together�
with�the�disk�spring�(1.2)�from�the�sen-
sor�shaft.
2. Screw�the�position�sensor�(20)�onto�the�
bracket�(21).
3. Select�the�S�lever�(1)�from�the�accessories�
and�screw�the�follower�pin�(2)�into�the�
hole�for�pin�position�17. Place the lever
(1)�and�disk�spring�(1.2)�on�the�sensor�
shaft.�Place�the�lever�in�mid-position�and�
hold�it�in�place.�Screw�on�the�nut�(1.1).
4. Place�follower�clamp�(3)�on�the�valve�
stem�connector,�align�at�a�right�angle�
and�screw�tight.
5. Position�the�bracket�(21)�with�the�position�
sensor�on�the�valve�yoke�and�screw�tight,�
making�sure�the�follower�pin�(2)�slides�
into�the�groove�of�the�follower�clamp�(3).
20
21
1.1
1.2
1
3
2
1
Lever
1.1
Nut
1.2
Disk�spring
2
Follower pin
3
Follower clamp
20
Position sensor
21
Bracket
Fig. 17: Mounting on a micro-flow valve
EB 8384-3 EN
47
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
4.7.4
Mounting on rotary ac-
tuators
−
Required mounting parts and accesso-
ries: Table 7 on page 54
Fig. 18
1. Place�the�lever�(1)�on�the�position�sensor�
in mid-position and hold it in place.�Un-
thread�the�nut�(1.1)�and�remove�the�lever�
together�with�the�disk�spring�(1.2)�from�
the�sensor�shaft.
2. Screw�the�position�sensor�(20)�onto�the�
mounting�plate�(21).
3. Replace�the�follower�pin�(2)�normally�at-
tached�to�the�lever�(1)�with�the�metal�fol-
lower�pin�(Ø 5 mm)�from�the�accessories�
and�screw�it�into�the�hole�for�pin�position�
90°.
4. Place�the�lever�(1)�and�disk�spring�(1.2)�
on�the�sensor�shaft.�Place�the�lever�in�
mid-position and hold it in place.�Screw�
on�the�nut�(1.1).
Follow�the�instructions�describing�attachment�
to�the�standard�positioner�in�section 4.5.
Instead�of�the�positioner,�attach�the�position�
sensor�(20)�with�its�mounting�plate�(21).
20
21
2
1
1.1, 1.2
1
Lever
1.1
Nut
1.2
Disk�spring
2
Follower pin
20
Position sensor
21
Mounting�plate
Fig. 18: Mounting on rotary actuators
EB 8384-3 EN
Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
4.8 Mounting the leakage
sensor
Fig. 19
Normally,�the�control�valve�is�delivered�with�
positioner�and�leakage�sensor�already�
mounted.
If�the�leakage�sensor�is�mounted�after�the�
valve�has�been�installed�or�it�is�mounted�on-
to�another�control�valve,�proceed�as�de-
scribed�in�following.
NOTICE
Risk of malfunction due to incorrect
fastening!
Fasten the leakage sensor using a
torque of 20 ±5 Nm.
The�M8�threaded�connection�on�the�NAMUR�
rib�should�preferably�be�used�to�mount�the�
sensor�(Fig. 19).
Tip:
If the positioner was mounted directly
onto the actuator (integral attach-
ment), the NAMUR interfaces on ei-
ther side of the valve yoke can be
used to mount the leakage sensor.
The�start-up�of�the�leakage�sensor�is�de-
scribed�in�detail�in�the�Operating�Instructions�
for�EXPERTplus�Valve�Diagnostics�
u EB 8389.
1
2
3
1 Leakage�sensor
2 Screw
3 Plug�connection
Fig. 19: Mounting the leakage sensor
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4.9 Attaching positioners with
stainless steel housings
Positioners�with�stainless�steel�housings�re-
quire�mounting�parts�that�are�completely�
made�of�stainless�steel�or�free�of�aluminum.
Note:
The pneumatic connecting plate and
pressure gauge bracket are available
in stainless steel (order numbers listed
below). The Type 3710 Pneumatic Re-
versing Amplifier is also available in
stainless steel.
Connecting�plate
(stainless�steel)
G ¼
¼ NPT
1400-7476
1400-7477
Pressure�gauge�
bracket
(stainless�steel)
G ¼
¼ NPT
1402-0265
1400-7108
Table 1�to�Table 6�apply�for�attaching�posi-
tioners�with�stainless�steel�housings�with�the�
following�restrictions:
Direct attachment
All�mounting�kits�from�Table 1�and�Table 2�
can�be�used.�The�connection�block�is�not�re-
quired.�The�stainless�steel�version�of�the�pneu-
matic�connecting�plate�routes�the�air�internal-
ly to the actuator.
Attachment according to IEC 60534-6
(NAMUR rib or attachment to rod-type
yokes)
All�mounting�kits�from�Table 3�can�be�used.�
Connecting�plate�in�stainless�steel.
Attachment to rotary actuators
All�mounting�kits�from�Table 5�can�be�used�
except�for�the�heavy-duty�version.�Connect-
ing�plate�in�stainless�steel.
4.10 Air purging function for sin-
gle-acting actuators
The�instrument�air�leaving�from�the�positioner�
is�diverted�to�the�actuator�spring�chamber�to�
provide corrosion protection inside the actua-
tor.�The�following�must�be�observed:
Direct attachment to Type 3277-5 (stem ex-
tends FA/stem retracts FE)
The�air�purging�function�is�automatically�
provided.
Direct attachment to Type 3277, 175 to
750 cm²
FA: Remove�the�stopper�(12.2,�Fig. 4)�at�the�
black�connection�block�and�make�a�
pneumatic�connection�to�the�spring�
chamber�on�the�vented�side.
NOTICE
Mounting possibly incorrect
when old powder-paint-coated
aluminum connection blocks are
used.
Mount old powder-paint-coated
aluminum connection blocks as
described in sections on„Attach-
ment according to IEC 60534-6
(NAMUR rib or attachment to
rod-type yokes)“ and „Attach-
ment to rotary actuators“.
FE: The�air�purging�function�is�automatically�
provided.
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Attachment according to IEC 60534-6
(NAMUR rib or attachment to rod-type
yokes) and to rotary actuators
The�positioner�requires�an�additional�port�for�
the�exhaust�air�that�can�be�connected�over�
piping.�An�adapter�available�as�an�accesso-
ry�is�used�for�this�purpose:
Threaded�bushing
(M20 x 1.5)
G ¼
¼ NPT
0310-2619
0310-2550
Note:
The adapter uses one of the
M20 x 1.5 connections in the hous-
ing which means only one cable
gland can be installed.
Should�other�valve�accessories�be�used�
which�vent�the�actuator�(e.g.�solenoid�valve,�
volume�booster,�quick�exhaust�valve),�this�ex-
haust�air�must�also�be�included�in�the�purg-
ing�function.�The�connection�over�the�adapt-
er�at�the�positioner�must�be�protected�with�a�
check�valve�(e.g.�check�valve�G ¼,�order�no.�
8502-0597)�mounted�in�the�piping.�Other-
wise�the�pressure�in�the�positioner�housing�
would�rise�above�the�ambient�pressure�and�
damage�the�positioner�when�the�exhausting�
components respond suddenly.
4.11 Required mounting parts and accessories
Table 1: Direct attachment to Type 3277-5 Actuator (Fig. 3)
Order�no.
Mounting�parts
Standard�version�for�actuators�120 cm²�or�smaller
1400-7452
Version�compatible�with�paint�for�actuators�120 cm²�or�smaller
1402-0940
Accessories�for�
actuator
Old�switchover�plate�for�Type�3277-5xxxxxx.00�Actuator�(old)
1400-6819
New�switchover�plate�for�Type�3277-5xxxxxx.01�Actuator�(new)�1)
1400-6822
New�connecting�plate�for�Type�3277-5xxxxxx.01�Actuator�(new)�1),�G 1/8 and
1/8 NPT
1400-6823
Old�connecting�plate�for�Type�3277-5xxxxxx.00�Actuator�(old):�G 1/8
1400-6820
Old�connecting�plate�for�Type�3277-5xxxxxx.00�(old):�1/8 NPT
1400-6821
Accessories�for�
positioner
Connecting�plate�(6)
G ¼
1400-7461
¼ NPT
1400-7462
Pressure�gauge�bracket�(7)
G ¼
1400-7458
¼ NPT
1400-7459
Pressure�gauge�mounting�kit�(8)�up�to�max.�6�bar�
(output/supply)
St.�steel/brass
1400-6950
St.�steel/st.�steel
1400-6951
1)�
Only�new�switchover�and�connecting�plates�can�be�used�with�new�actuators�(Index�01).�Old�and�new�plates�are�
not�interchangeable.
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Table 2: Direct attachment to Type 3277 Actuator (Fig. 4)
Order�no.
Mounting�
parts
Standard�version�for�actuators�175,�240,�350,�355,�700,�750 cm²
1400-7453
Version�compatible�with�paint�for�actuators�175,�240,�350,�355,�700,�750 cm²
1402-0941
Accessories
Piping�with�screw�fittings
–�for�"actuator�stem�retracts"�fail-safe�action
–�with�air�purging�of�the�top�diaphragm�chamber
175 cm²
Steel
G ¼�/�G 3/8
1402-0970
¼ NPT/�3/8 NPT
1402-0976
St.�steel
G ¼�/�G 3/8
1402-0971
¼ NPT/�3/8 NPT
1402-0978
240 cm²
Steel
G ¼�/�G 3/8
1400-6444
¼ NPT/�3/8 NPT
1402-0911
St.�steel
G ¼�/�G 3/8
1400-6445
¼ NPT/�3/8 NPT
1402-0912
350 cm²
Steel
G ¼�/�G 3/8
1400-6446
¼ NPT/�3/8 NPT
1402-0913
St.�steel
G ¼�/�G 3/8
1400-6447
¼ NPT/�3/8 NPT
1402-0914
355 cm²
Steel
G ¼�/�G 3/8
1402-0972
¼ NPT/�3/8 NPT
1402-0979
St.�steel
G ¼�/�G 3/8
1402-0973
¼ NPT/�3/8 NPT
1402-0980
700 cm²
Steel
G ¼�/�G 3/8
1400-6448
¼ NPT/�3/8 NPT
1402-0915
St.�steel
G ¼�/�G 3/8
1400-6449
¼ NPT/�3/8 NPT
1402-0916
750 cm²
Steel
G ¼�/�G 3/8
1402-0974
¼ NPT/�3/8 NPT
1402-0981
St.�steel
G ¼�/�G 3/8
1402-0975
¼ NPT/�3/8 NPT
1402-0982
Connection�block�with�seals�and�screw
G ¼
1400-8819
¼ NPT
1402-0901
Pressure�gauge�mounting�kit�up�to�max.�6�bar�(output/
supply)
Stainless�steel/brass
1400-6950
St.�steel/st.�steel
1400-6951
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Table 3: Attachment to NAMUR ribs or control valves with rod-type yokes (20 to 35 mm rod diameter)
according to IEC 60534-6 (Fig. 5 and Fig. 9)
Travel in mm
Lever
For actuator
Order�no.
7.5
S
Type�3271-5�with�60/120�cm²�on�Type 3510�Micro-flow�Valve�(Fig. 9)
1402-0478
5 to 50
M�1)
Actuators�from�other�manufacturers�and�Type 3271�with�120�to�750�cm²�effec-
tive areas
1400-7454
14 to 100
L
Actuators�from�other�manufacturers�and�Type�3271�with�1000�and�1400-
60 cm²
1400-7455
40 to 200
XL
Actuators�from�other�manufacturers�and�Type�3271�with�1400-120�and�
2800 cm²�and�with�120 mm�travel
1400-7456
30 or 60
L
Type�3271�with�1400-120�and�2800 cm²�with�30/60 mm�travel�2)
1400-7466
Mounting�brackets�for�Emerson�and�Masoneilan�linear�actuators�(in�addition,�a�
mounting�kit�according�to�IEC 60534-6�is�required�depending�on�the�travel).�
See�rows�above.
1400-6771
Valtek�Type 25/50
1400-9554
Accessories
Connecting�plate�(6)
G ¼
1400-7461
¼ NPT
1400-7462
Pressure�gauge�bracket�(7)
G ¼
1400-7458
¼ NPT
1400-7459
Pressure�gauge�mounting�kit�up�to�max.�6�bar�(output/supply)
Stainless�steel/brass
1400-6950
St.�steel/st.�steel
1400-6951
1)�
M�lever�is�mounted�on�basic�device�(included�in�the�scope�of�delivery)
2)�
In�conjunction�with�Type�3273�Side-mounted�Handwheel�with�120�mm�rated�travel,�additionally�one�bracket�
(0300-1162)�and�two�countersunk�screws�(8330-0919)�are�required.
Table 4: Attachment according to VDI/VDE 3847 (Fig. 6 and Fig. 8)
Electropneumatic�positioners�with�VDI/VDE 3847�interface�(Type�3730-3xxx0xxxx0x0070xx)
Order�no.
Mounting�
parts
Interface�adapter
1402-0257
Mounting�kit�for�attachment�to�SAMSON�Type 3277�Actuator�with�175�to�750 cm²
1402-0868
Mounting�kit�for�attachment�to�SAMSON�Type 3271�Actuator�or�non-SAMSON�
actuators
1402-0869
Travel�pick-off�for�valve�travel�up�to�100 mm
1402-0177
Travel�pick-off�for�100�to�200 mm�valve�travel�(SAMSON�Type 3271�Actuator�only)
1402-0178
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Table 5: Attachment to rotary actuators (Fig. 10 and Fig. 11)
Order�no.
Mounting�
parts
Attachment�acc.�to�VDI/VDE�3845�(September�2010),�see�section 15.1�for�details
Actuator�surface�corresponds�to�fixing�level�1
Size�AA1�to�AA4,�version�with�CrNiMo�steel�bracket
1400-7448
Size�AA1�to�AA4,�heavy-duty�version
1400-9244
Size�AA5,�heavy-duty�version�(e.g.�Air�Torque�10�000)
1400-9542
Bracket�surface�corresponds�to�fixing�level�2,�heavy-duty�version
1400-9526
Attachment�for�rotary�actuators�with�max.�180°�opening�angle,�fixing�level�2
1400-8815�
and
1400-9837
Attachment�to�SAMSON�Type 3278�with�160/320�cm²,�CrNiMo�steel�bracket
1400-7614
Attachment�to�SAMSON�Type 3278�with�160�cm²�and�to�VETEC�Type S160,�Type�R�and�
Type�M,�heavy-duty�version
1400-9245
Attachment�to�SAMSON�Type 3278�with�320�cm²�and�to�VETEC�Type S320,�heavy-duty�
version
1400-5891
and
1400-9526
Attachment�to�Camflex�II
1400-9120
Accessories
Connecting�plate�(6)
G ¼
1400-7461
¼ NPT
1400-7462
Pressure�gauge�bracket�(7)
G ¼
1400-7458
¼ NPT
1400-7459
Pressure�gauge�mounting�kit�up�to�max.�6�bar�(output/supply)
St.�steel/brass
1400-6950
St.�steel/brass
1400-6951
Table 6: General accessories
Order�no.
Reversing�amplifier�for�double-acting�actuators
Type 3710
Cable�gland�M20�x�1.5,
Black�plastic�(6�to�12 mm�clamping�range)
8808-1011
Blue�plastic�(6�to�12 mm�clamping�range)
8808-1012
Nickel-plated�brass�(6�to�12 mm�clamping�range)
1890-4875
Nickel-plated�brass�(10�to�14 mm�clamping�range)
1922-8395
Stainless�steel�1.4305�(8�to�14.5 mm�clamping�range)
8808-0160
Adapter�M20x1.5�to�½ NPT
Powder-coated�aluminum
0310-2149
Stainless�steel
1400-7114
Retrofit�kit�for�inductive�limit�contact�1�x�SJ2-SN
1400-7460
Cover�plate�with�list�of�parameters�and�operating�instructions
DE/EN�(delivered�state)
1990-0761
EN/ES
1990-3100
EN/FR
1990-3142
TROVIS-VIEW 6661�with�Type�3730-3�device�module
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Table 6: General accessories
Order�no.
Serial�interface�adapter�(SAMSON�SSP�interface�to�RS-232�port�on�a�PC)
1400-7700
Isolated�USB�interface�adapter�(SAMSON�SSP�interface�to�USB�port�on�a�PC)�including�
TROVIS-VIEW�CD-ROM
1400-9740
Table 7: Attachment of external position sensor
Order�no.
Template�for�mounting�position�sensor�on�older�mounting�parts.�See�note�on�page 42
1060-0784
Direct attachment
Mounting�parts�for�actuators�with�120�cm².�See�Fig. 15�(left).
1400-7472
Connecting�plate�(9,�old)�with�
Type 3277-5xxxxxx.00 Actuator
G 1/8
1400-6820
1/8 NPT
1400-6821
Connecting�plate�(new)�with�Type 3277-5xxxxxx.01�Actuator�(new)�1)
1400-6823
Mounting�parts�for�actuators�with�175,�240,�350,�355�and�700 cm².�See�Fig. 15�
(right).
1400-7471
NAMUR�attach-
ment
Mounting�parts�for�attachment�to�NAMUR�rib�using�L�or�XL�lever.�See�Fig. 16.
1400-7468
Attachment to
Type 3510�Micro-
flow�Valve
Mounting�parts�for�Type 3271�Actuator�with�60�cm².�See�Fig. 17.
1400-7469
Attachment to
rotary actuators
VDI/VDE�3845�(September�2010),�see�section 15.1�for�details.
Actuator�surface�corresponds�to�fixing�level�1
Size�AA1�to�AA4�with�follower�clamp�and�coupling�wheel,�
version�with�CrNiMo�steel�bracket.�See�Fig. 18.
1400-7473
Size�AA1�to�AA4,�heavy-duty�version
1400-9384
Size�AA5,�heavy-duty�version�(e.g.�Air�Torque�10�000)
1400-9992
Bracket�surface�corresponds�to�fixing�level�2,�heavy-duty�version
1400-9974
SAMSON�Type 3278�with�160�cm²�and�VETEC�Type S160�and�Type R,�heavy-du-
ty version
1400-9385
SAMSON�Type 3278�with�320�cm²�and�VETEC�Type S320,�heavy-duty�version
1400-5891
and
1400-9974
Accessories�for�
positioner
Connecting�plate�(6)
G ¼
1400-7461
¼ NPT
1400-7462
Pressure�gauge�bracket�(7)
G ¼
1400-7458
¼ NPT
1400-7459
Pressure�gauge�mounting�kit�up�to�max.�
6�bar�(output/supply)
Stainless�steel/brass
1400-6950
Stainless�steel/stainless�steel
1400-6951
Bracket�to�mount�the�positioner�on�a�wall�(Note:�The�other�fastening�parts�are�to�
be�provided�at�the�site�of�installation�as�wall�foundations�vary�from�site�to�site).
0309-0111
1)
Only�new�connecting�plates�can�be�used�with�new�actuators�(Index�01).�Old�and�new�plates�are�not�interchange-
able.
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5 Connections
WARNING!
Risk of injury due to the actuator
stem extending or retracting.
Do not touch or block the actuator
stem.
NOTICE
Risk of malfunction due to incorrect
sequence of mounting, installation
and start-up.
Keep the following sequence.
1. Remove the protective film from the
pneumatic connections.
2. Mount the positioner on the control
valve.
3. Connect the supply air.
4. Connect the electrical power.
5. Perform the start-up settings.
5.1 Pneumatic connections
NOTICE
Malfunction due to incorrect connec-
tion of the supply air.
Do not connect the compressed air
directly to the threaded connections
in the positioner housing. Screw the
screw fittings into the connecting
plate, pressure gauge mounting
block or connection block from the
accessories.
The�pneumatic�connections�in�the�connecting�
plate,�pressure�gauge�mounting�block�and�
connection�block�are�optionally�designed�as�
a�bore�with�¼ NPT�or�G ¼�thread.�Custom-
ary�fittings�for�metal�or�copper�tubing�or�
plastic�hoses�can�be�used.
NOTICE
Risk of malfunction due to failure to
comply with required air quality.
Only use supply air that is dry and
free of oil and dust.
Read the maintenance instructions for
upstream pressure reducing stations.
Blow through all air pipes and hoses
thoroughly before connecting them.
If�the�positioner�is�attached�directly�to�the�
Type 3277�Actuator,�the�connection�of�the�
positioner's�output�pressure�to�the�actuator�is�
fixed.�For�attachment�according�to�
IEC 60534-6�(NAMUR),�the�signal�pressure�
can�be�routed�to�either�the�top�or�bottom�di-
aphragm�chamber�of�the�actuator,�depend-
ing�on�the�actuator's�fail-safe�action�"actua-
tor�stem�extends"�or�"actuator�stem�retracts".
For�rotary�actuators,�the�manufacturer's�
specifications�for�connection�apply.
5.1.1
Signal pressure gauges
To�monitor�the�supply�air�(supply)�and�signal�
pressure�(output),�we�recommend�mounting�
pressure�gauges.
5.1.2
Supply pressure
The required supply air pressure depends on
the�bench�range�and�the�actuator's�operat-
ing�direction�(fail-safe�action).
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The�bench�range�is�written�on�the�nameplate�ei-
ther�as�the�spring�range�or�signal�pressure�
range�depending�on�the�actuator.�The�direction�
of�action�is�marked�FA or FE,�or�by�a�symbol.
Actuator stem extends FA (AIR TO OPEN)
Fail-close�(for�globe�and�angle�valves):
Required�supply�pressure�=�Upper�bench�
range�value�+�0.2 bar,�at�least�1.4 bar.
Actuator stem retracts FE (AIR TO CLOSE)
Fail-open�(for�globe�and�angle�valves):
For�tight-closing�valves,�the�maximum�signal�
pressure�pstmax�is�roughly�estimated�as�fol-
lows:
pstmax�=�F�+
d²�·�π�·�∆p
[bar]
4�·�A
d�=�Seat�diameter�[cm]
∆p�=�Differential�pressure�across�the�valve�[bar]
A�=�Actuator�diaphragm�area�[cm²]
F�=�Upper�bench�range�value�of�the�actuator�[bar]
If there are no specifications, calculate as
follows:
Required�supply�pressure�=�Upper�bench�
range�value�+�1 bar
5.1.3
Signal pressure (output)
The�signal�pressure�at�the�output�(38)�of�the�
positioner�can�be�restricted�to�1.4 bar,�
2.4 bar�or�3.7 bar�in�Code 16.
The�limitation�is�not�activated�[No]�by�de-
fault.
5.2 Electrical connections
DANGER!
Risk of electric shock and/or the for-
mation of an explosive atmosphere.
For electrical installation, observe the
relevant electrotechnical regulations
and the accident prevention regula-
tions that apply in the country of use.
In Germany, these are the VDE regu-
lations and the accident prevention
regulations of the employers’ liability
insurance.
The following regulations apply to in-
stallation in hazardous areas:
EN 60079-14: 2008 (VDE 0165,
Part 1) Explosive Atmospheres –
Electrical Installations Design, Selec-
tion and Erection.
WARNING!
Incorrect electrical connection will
render the explosion protection un-
safe.
Adhere to the terminal assignment.
Do not undo the enameled screws in
or on the housing.
Do not exceed the maximum permis-
sible values specified in the EC type
examination certificates when inter-
connecting intrinsically safe electrical
equipment (Ui or U0, li or I0, Pi or P0,
Ci or C0 and Li or L0).
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Connections
Selecting cables and wires
Observe�clause 12 of EN 60079-14: 2008
(VDE 0165,�Part 1)�for�installation�of�the�in-
trinsically�safe�circuits.
Clause 12.2.2.7�applies�when�running�multi-
core�cables�and�wires�with�more�than�one�
intrinsically�safe�circuit.
The�radial�thickness�of�the�insulation�of�a�
conductor�for�common�insulating�materials�
(e.g.�polyethylene)�must�not�be�smaller�than�
0.2 mm.�The�diameter�of�an�individual�wire�
in�a�fine-stranded�conductor�must�not�be�
smaller�than�0.1 mm.�Protect�the�conductor�
ends�against�splicing,�e.g.�by�using�wire-end�
ferrules.�When�two�separate�cables�or�wires�
are�used�for�connection,�an�additional�cable�
gland�can�be�installed.�Seal�cable�entries�left�
unused�with�plugs.�Fit�equipment�used�in�
ambient�temperatures�below –20 °C with
metal�cable�entries.
Equipment for use in zone 2/zone 22
In�equipment�operated�according�to�type�of�
protection�Ex nA�II�(non-sparking�equipment)�
according�to�EN 60079-15:2003,�circuits�
may�be�connected,�interrupted�or�switched�
while�energized�only�during�installation,�
maintenance or repair.
Equipment�connected�to�energy-limited�cir-
cuits�with�type�of�protection�Ex nL�(ener-
gy-limited�equipment)�according�to�
EN 60079-15: 2003�may�be�switched�under�
normal�operating�conditions.
The maximum permissible values specified
in the statement of conformity and its ad-
denda apply when interconnecting the
equipment with energy-limited circuits in
type of protection Ex nL IIC.
Cable entry
Cable�entry�with�M20�x�1.5�cable�gland,�6�
to�12�mm clamping�range.
There�is�a�second�M20�x�1.5�threaded�hole�
in�the�housing�that�can�be�used�for�addition-
al�connection,�when�required.
The�screw�terminals�are�designed�for�wire�
cross-sections�of�0.2�to�2.5 mm²�(tightening�
torque�of�screws�0.5�to�0.6 Nm).
The�wires�for�the�set�point�must�be�connected�
to the terminals 11 and 12 located in the
housing.
Only�use�a�current source. OVERLOAD ap-
pears�on�the�display�when�the�set�point�ex-
ceeds�22 mA.
NOTICE
The connection of a voltage source (U
≥ 7 V or U ≥ 2 V when connected to
the wrong pole) can damage the po-
sitioner.
Only use a current source and never
a voltage source!
In�general,�it�is�not�necessary�to�connect�the�
positioner�to�a�bonding�conductor.�Should�
this�be�required,�however,�this�conductor�can�
be�connected�inside�the�device.
Depending�on�the�version,�the�positioner�is�
equipped�with�inductive�limit�switches�and/
or a solenoid valve.
The position transmitter is operated on a
two-wire�circuit.
The�usual�supply�voltage�is�24 V DC.�Taking�
the�resistance�of�the�supply�leads�into�ac-
count,�the�voltage�at�the�position�transmitter�
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Connections
terminals�can�be�between�at�least�12�and�
30 V DC�at�the�maximum.
Refer�to�Fig. 20�or�to�the�label�on�the�termi-
nal�block.
NOTICE
Malfunction due the current falling
below minimum current.
Do not allow the set point to fall be-
low 3.8 mA.
Accessories
Cable glands M20 x 1.5
Order�no.
Black�plastic
(6�to�12 mm�clamping�range)
8808-1011
Blue plastic
(6�to�12 mm�clamping�range)
8808-1012
Nickel-plated�brass
(6�to�12 mm�clamping�range)
1890-4875
Nickel-plated�brass
(10�to�14 mm�clamping�range)
1922-8395
Stainless�steel�1.4305
(8�to�14.5 mm�clamping�range)
8808-0160
Adapter M20 x 1.5 to ½ NPT
Order�no.
Powder-coated�aluminum
0310-2149
Stainless�steel
1400-7114
G
+81
-82
+11
-12
+83
-84
+51
-52
A2
A3
A1
+41
-42
+31
-32
A
+31
-32
No
ex
Binary�input�of�a�PLC�acc.�to�IEC 61131-
2�(Pmax�=�400 mW)�or�switching�amplifi-
er�acc.�to�EN 60947-5-6
Ex
Switching�amplifier�according�to�
EN 60947-5-6
Optional
Optional
Optional
24 V DC
Solenoid�valve
(optional)
mA control
signal
A3
Fault alarm
A2
Software
A1
Software
optionally
inductive
Limit�contacts
Analog�input�x
Leakage�
sensor
Position trans-
mitter�with�two-
wire transmitter
supply unit
Binary input
Fig. 20: Electrical connections
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59
Connections
Note:
In positioners for attachment accord-
ing to VDI/VDE 3847, the terminal
designation of the limit contacts
41/42 and 51/52 as well as the
OPEN and CLOSED wording can be
changed by turning the terminal la-
bel which is printed on both sides.
5.2.1
Switching amplifier
For�operation�of�the�limit�contacts,�switching�
amplifiers�must�be�connected�in�the�output�
circuit.�To�ensure�the�operating�reliability�of�
the�positioner,�the�amplifiers�should�comply�
with�the�limit�values�of�the�output�circuits�
conforming�to�EN 60947-5-6.
Observe�the�relevant�regulations�for�installa-
tion�in�hazardous�areas.
For�applications�in�safe�areas�(non-hazard-
ous�areas),�limit�switches�can�be�directly�in-
terconnected�to�the�binary�input�of�the�PLC�in�
accordance�with�IEC 61131.�This�applies�to�
the�standard�operating�range�for�digital�in-
puts�according�to�Clause�5.2.1.2�of�
IEC 61131-2�with�the�rated�voltage�of�
24 V DC.
5.2.1
Establishing communica-
tion
Communication�between�computer�and�posi-
tioner�using�an�FSK�modem�or�handheld�
communicator�(if�necessary,�using�an�isola-
tion�amplifier)�is�based�on�the�HART®�proto-
col.
Viator�FSK�modem
−
RS-232
No�ex
Order�no.�8812-0130
−
PCMCIA No�ex
Order�no.�8812-0131
−
USB
No�ex
Order�no.�8812-0132
If�the�load�impedance�of�the�controller�or�
control�station�is�too�low,�an�isolation�ampli-
fier�must�be�connected�between�controller�
and�positioner�(interfacing�as�for�positioner�
Fig. 22�connected�in�hazardous�areas).
If�the�positioner�is�used�in�hazardous�areas,�
an�explosion-protected�isolation�amplifier�
must�to�be�used.
Using�the�HART®�protocol,�all�connected�
control�room�and�field�units�can�be�ad-
dressed�individually�using�a�point-to-point�
connection�or�the�standard�(multidrop)�bus.
Point-to-point:
The�bus�address/polling�address�must�al-
ways�be�set�to�zero�(0).
Standard bus (multidrop):
In�the�standard�bus�(multidrop)�mode,�the�
positioner�follows�the�analog�current�signal�
(set�point)�in�the�same�manner�as�for�point-
to-point�communication.�This�operating�
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Connections
mode�is,�for�example,�suitable�for�split-range�
operation�of�positioners�(series�connection).
The�bus�address/polling�address�has�to�be�
within�a�range�of�1�to�15.
Note:
Communication errors may occur
when the process controller/control
station output is not HART®-compati-
ble.
For adaptation, the Z box (order no.
1170-2374) can be installed be-
tween output and communication in-
terface. At the Z box a voltage of ap-
prox. 330 mV is released (corre-
sponds to 16.5 Ω at 20 mA).
Alternatively, a 250 Ω resistor can
be connected in series and a 22 μF
capacitor can be connected in paral-
lel to the analog output. The load for
the controller output will increase as
a result.
Controller/control�station
Fig. 21: Adapting the output signal
3730-30
3730-31
Connection in safe area
Connection in hazardous area
Controller/control�
station
Controller/control�
station
Handheld communicator
or�second�FSK�modem
4 to 20 mA
Safe�area
Hazardous�area
Handheld communicator or
second�FSK�modem�
(explosion-protected)
Explosion-protected�
isolation�amplifier
Fig. 22: Connection with FSK modem
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Operating controls and readings
6 Operating controls and
readings
Rotary pushbutton
The�rotary�pushbutton�is�located�underneath�
the�front�protective�cover.�The�positioner�is�
operated�on�site�using�the�rotary�pushbutton:
Turn
:�Select�codes�and�values
Press
:�Confirm�setting
AIR TO OPEN/AIR TO CLOSE slide switch
−
AIR�TO�OPEN�applies�to�a�valve�opening�
as�the�signal�pressure�increases.
−
AIR�TO�CLOSE�applies�to�a�valve�closing�
as�the�signal�pressure�increases.
The�signal�pressure�is�the�pneumatic�pressure�
at�the�output�of�the�positioner�applied�to�the�
actuator.
Volume restriction Q
The volume restriction serves to adapt the air
output�capacity�to�the�size�of�the�actuator.�
Depending�on�the�air�passage�at�the�actua-
tor,�two�fixed�settings�are�available.
−
For�actuators�smaller�than�240 cm²�and�
with�a�signal�pressure�connection�at�the�
side�(Type 3271-5),�set�restriction�to�MIN�
SIDE.
−
For�a�connection�at�the�back�(Type 3277-
5),�set�restriction�to�MIN�BACK.
−
For�actuators�240 cm²�and�larger,�set�to�
MAX�SIDE�for�a�side�connection�and�to�
MAX�BACK�for�a�connection�at�the�back.
%
mm
AIR TO
OPEN
CLOSE
INIT
CAUTION
VALVE
ACTUATES
MIN SIDE
MAX BACK
MIN BACK
MAX SIDE Q
%
S
mm
%
S
mm
SERIAL
INTERFACE
%
mm
Initialization�key
Cap and rotary switch
Metal�tag�of�proximity�switch
SSP�interface
Switch�for�AIR�TO�
OPEN/AIR�TO�
CLOSE
Volume�restriction
Rotary�pushbutton
Fig. 23: Operating elements
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Operating controls and readings
%
mm
AIR TO
OPEN
CLOSE
INIT
CAUTION
VALVE
ACTUATES
MIN SIDE
MAX BACK
MIN BACK
MAX SIDE Q
%
S
mm
%
S
mm
SERIAL
INTERFACE
%
mm
Malfunction/fault
Manual�mode
Closed-loop�operation Code
Bar�graph�for�set�point�
deviation or lever
position
Units
Limit�contact�
alarm 2
Fail-safe�position�active
Maintenance�demanded
Maintenance�required
Blinking�icon:�out�of�specification
Enable
Configuration
Designation
Position
Parameters
Limit�contact�
alarm 1
AUtO
Automatic
Class
Clockwise
CCL
Counterclockwise
Err
Error
ESC
Cancel
HI
ix�higher�than�21.6 mA
LO
ix�lower�than�2.4 mA
LOW
w too low
MAN
Manual�setting
MAX
Maximum�range
No
Not�available/not�active
NOM
Rated travel
OVERLOAD
x�>�22 mA
RES
Reset
RUN
Start
SAFE
Fail-safe�position
SUb
Substitute�calibration
tEStinG
Test�function�active
TunE
Initialization�in�progress
YES
Available/active
ZP
Zero�calibration
Increasing/increasing
Increasing/decreasing
�blinks
Emergency�mode�(see�error�code�62)
�blinks
Initialization�missing
S
Valve�in�mechanical�fail-safe�position
Fig. 24: Display
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63
Operating controls and readings
Readings
Icons�assigned�to�certain�codes,�parameters�
and�functions�are�indicated�on�the�display.
Operating modes:
−
�(manual mode)
The�positioner�follows�the�manual�set�
point�(Code 1)�instead�of�the�mA�signal.
�blinks:�The�positioner�is�not�initialized.�
Operation�only�possible�over�manual�set�
point�(Code�1).
−
(automatic mode)
The�positioner�is�in�closed-loop�operation�
and�follows�the�mA�signal.
−
S SAFE
The positioner vents the output. The valve
moves�to�the�mechanical�fail-safe�posi-
tion.
Bar graph:
In�manual� and automatic �modes,�the�
bars�indicate�the�set�point�deviation�that�de-
pends�on�the�sign�(+/–)�and�the�value.�One�
bar�element�appears�per�1 %�set�point�devi-
ation.
If�the�positioner�has�not�been�initialized,�(
blinks�on�the�display),�the�bar�graph�indi-
cates�the�lever�position�in�degrees�in�relation�
to�the�mid-axis.�One�bar�element�corre-
sponds�to�approximately�a�5°�angle�of�rota-
tion.�The�fifth�bar�element�blinks�(reading�>�
30°)�if�the�permissible�angle�of�rotation�has�
been�exceeded.�Lever�and�pin�position�must�
be�checked.
Status messages
−
�Maintenance�alarm
−
�Maintenance�demanded/
Maintenance�required
−
�blinks:�Out�of�specification
These icons indicate that an error has oc-
curred.
A�classified�status�can�be�assigned�to�each�
error.�Classifications�include�“No�message”,�
“Maintenance�required”,�“Maintenance�de-
manded”�and�“Maintenance�alarm“�(see�
u EB 8389�on�EXPERTplus�valve�diagnos-
tics).
Enable configuration
This�indicates�that�the�codes�marked�with�an�
asterisk�(*)�in�the�code�list�are�enabled�for�
configuration�(see�section 14).
6.1 Serial interface
The�positioner�must�be�supplied�with�at�least�
4 mA.
The�positioner�can�be�connected�directly�to�
the�computer�over�the�local�serial�interface�
and�the�serial�interface�adapter.
The�operator�software�is�TROVIS-VIEW�with�
installed�device�module�3730-3.
6.2 HART® communication
The�positioner�must�be�supplied�with�at�least�
4 mA.�The�FSK�modem�must�be�connected�in�
parallel to the current loop.
A�DTM�file�(Device�Type�Manager)�conform-
ing�to�the�Specification�1.2�is�available�for�
communication.�This�allows�the�device,�for�
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Operating controls and readings
example,�to�be�run�with�the�PACTware�oper-
ator�interface.
All�the�positioner's�parameters�are�accessi-
ble�over�the�DTM�and�the�user�interface.
For�start-up�and�settings,�proceed�as�de-
scribed�in�section 7.1�to�section 7.4.�Refer�to�
the�code�list�in�section 14�for�the�parameters�
necessary�for�the�operator�interface.
Note:
If complex functions are started in the
positioner, which require a long cal-
culation time or lead to a large quan-
tity of data being saved in the vola-
tile memory of the positioner, the
alert 'busy' is issued issued by the
DTM file.
This alert is not an error message
and can be simply confirmed.
Locking HART® communication
The�write�access�for�HART® communication
can�be�disabled�over�Code 47.�This�function�
can�only�be�enabled�or�disabled�locally�at�
the positioner.
Write�access�is�enabled�by�default.
Locking on-site operation
The�on-site�operation�including�the�INIT�key�
can�be�locked�over�HART® communication.
The�word�'HART'�then�blinks�on�the�display�
when�Code 3�is�selected.�This�locking�func-
tion�can�only�be�disabled�over�HART® com-
munication.
On-site�operation�is�enabled�by�default.
6.2.1
Dynamic HART® vari-
ables
The HART®�specification�defines�four�dynam-
ic�variables�consisting�of�a�value�and�an�en-
gineering�unit.�These�variables�can�be�as-
signed�to�device�parameters�as�required.�The�
universal HART® command 3 reads the dy-
namic�variables�out�of�the�device.�This�al-
lows�manufacturer-specific�parameters�to�al-
so�be�transferred�using�a�universal�com-
mand.
In�the�Type 3730-3�Positioner,�the�dynamic�
variables�can�be�assigned�by�the�DD�or�in�
TROVIS-VIEW�[Settings�>�Operation�unit]�as�
shown�in�Table 8.
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Operating controls and readings
Table 8: Dynamic HART® variables assignment
Variable
Meaning
Unit
Set�point
Set�point
%
Direction�of�action�set�point
Direction�of�action�set�point
%
Set�point�after�transit�time�speci-
fication
Set�point�after�transit�time�specification
%
Actual�value�(process�variable)
Actual�value�(process�variable)
%
Set�point�deviation�e
Set�point�deviation�e
%
Absolute�total�valve�travel
Absolute�total�valve�travel
–
Binary input status
0�=�Not�active
1�=�Active
255�=�–/–
–
Internal�solenoid�valve/forced�
venting�status
0�=�De-energized
1�=�Energized
2�=�Not�installed
–
Condensed state
0�=�No�message
1�=�Maintenance�required
2�=�Maintenance�demanded
3�=�Maintenance�alarm
4�=�Out�of�specification
7�=�Function�check
Temperature
Temperature
°C
Sound�pressure�level�(leakage�
detection)
Sound�pressure�level�(leakage�detection)
dB
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Start-up and settings
7 Start-up and settings
NOTICE
Risk of malfunction due to incorrect
sequence of mounting, installation
and start-up.
Keep the following sequence.
1. Remove the protective film from the
pneumatic connections.
2. Mount the positioner on the control
valve.
3. Connect the supply air.
4. Connect the electrical power.
5. Perform the start-up settings.
Reading after connecting the electrical pow-
er supply:
tEStinG runs across the display and the
fault�alarm�icon�appears�and�blinks�on�the�
display when the positioner has not been
initialized.�The�reading�indicates�the�lever�
position�in�degrees�in�relation�to�the�mid-ax-
is.
Reading�when�the�positioner�
has�not�yet�been�initialized
Code 0 is displayed when a positioner has
been initialized. The positioner is in the last
active�operating�mode.
WARNING!
Risk of injury due to the actuator
stem extending or retracting.
Do not touch or block the actuator
stem.
Note:
The positioner performs a test in the
start-up phase while following its au-
tomation task at the same time.
During the start-up phase, operation
on site is unrestricted, yet write ac-
cess is limited.
Perform�the�start-up�settings�in�the�same�se-
quence�as�described�(section�7.1�to�sec-
tion 7.6).
7.1 Defining the fail-safe posi-
tion
Define�the�fail-safe�position�of�the�valve�
(0 %)�taking�the�valve�type�and�the�actua-
tor's�direction�of�action�into�account.�Position�
the�AIR�TO�OPEN/AIR�TO�CLOSE�slide�
switch�accordingly:
−
AIR TO OPEN setting
Signal�pressure�opens�the�valve�e.g.�for�
a�fail-close�valve
The�AIR�TO�OPEN�setting�always�applies�to�
double-acting�actuators.
−
AIR TO CLOSE setting
Signal�pressure�closes�the�valve�e.g.�for�
a�fail-open�valve
For checking purposes:�After�successfully�
completing�initialization,�the�positioner�dis-
play�must�read�0 %�in�the�valve�fail-safe�po-
sition�and�100 %�when�the�valve�is�open.�If�
this�is�not�the�case,�change�the�slide�switch�
position�and�re-initialize�the�positioner.
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Start-up and settings
Note:
The switch position is prompted prior
to an initialization. After an initial-
ization has been completed, chang-
ing the switch position does not have
any effect on the operation of the po-
sitioner.
7.2 Adjusting the volume re-
striction Q
MAX BACK
MIN SIDE
MIN BACK
MAX SIDE
Q
Fig. 25: Volume restriction Q
MAX�BACK/MIN�SIDE�setting
The�volume�restriction�Q�serves�to�adapt�the�
air�output�capacity�to�the�size�of�the�actua-
tor:
−
Actuators with a transit time < 1 s,�e.g.�
linear�actuators�with�an�effective�area�
smaller�than�240 cm²,�require�a�restrict-
ed�air�flow�rate�(MIN).
−
Actuators with a transit time ≥ 1 s do not
require�the�air�flow�rate�to�be�restricted�
(MAX).
The�position�of�volume�restriction�Q�also�de-
pends�on�how�the�signal�pressure�is�routed�
at the actuator in SAMSON actuators:
−
The�SIDE�position�applies�for�actuators�
with�a�signal�pressure�connection�at�the�
side,�e.g.�Type 3271-5.
−
The�BACK�position�applies�for�actuators�
with�a�signal�pressure�connection�at�the�
back,�e.g.�Type 3277-5.
−
The�SIDE�restriction�position�always�ap-
plies�for�actuators�from�other�manufac-
turers.
Overview · Position of the volume restriction Q*
Signal�
pressure
Transit time
<1 s
≥1 s
Connection at the side
MIN�SIDE
MAX�SIDE
Connection�at�the�back
MIN�BACK
MAX�BACK
*�Intermediate�settings�are�not�permitted.
The following applies to positioners with
optional analog input x:�the�MIN�SIDE�set-
ting�must�always�be�used�for�actuators�with�
an�air�volume�of�less�than�one�liter.
NOTICE
Malfunction due to changed start-up
settings.
Initialize an initialized positioner
again after the position of the volume
restriction has been changed.
7.3 Adapting the display direc-
tion
To�adapt�the�reading�on�the�display�to�the�
mounting�situation�of�the�actuator,�the�dis-
play�contents�can�be�turned�by�180°.
Reading�direction�for�right�at-
tachment�of�pneumatic�con-
nections
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Start-up and settings
Reading�direction�for�left�at-
tachment�of�pneumatic�con-
nections
If�the�displayed�data�appear�upside�down,�
proceed�as�follows:
Turn
Code 2
Press
,�Code�2�blinks.
Turn
�Required�reading�direction
Press
�to�confirm�reading�direction.
7.4 Limiting the signal pressure
If�the�maximum�actuator�force�may�cause�
damage�to�the�valve,�the�signal�pressure�
must�be�limited.
Enable�configuration�at�the�positioner�before�
limiting�the�signal�pressure:
Note:
If no settings are entered within 120
seconds, the enabled configuration
function becomes invalid.
Enable�configuration
Default:�No
Turn
g�Code�3,�display:�No
Press
,�Code�3�blinks.
Turn
YES
Press
,�display:�
Limit the signal pressure:
Pressure limit
Default:�No
Turn
Code 16
Press
,�Code�16�blinks.
Turn
until the required pressure limit
(1.4/2.4/3.7�bar)�appears.
Press
�to�confirm�the�pressure�limit�setting.
7.5 Checking the operating
range of the positioner
To�check�the�mechanical�attachment�and�the�
proper�functioning,�the�valve�should�be�
moved�through�the�operating�range�of�the�
positioner in the
manual mode with the
manual set point.
Select manual mode:
Operating�mode
Default�MAN
Turn
Code 0
Press
,�Code�0�blinks.
Turn
MAN
Press
.�The�positioner�changes�to�the�man-
ual�mode�( ).
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Start-up and settings
Check the operating range:
Manual�set�point�w
(current�angle�of�rotation�is�
indicated)
Turn
Code 1
Press
,�Code�1 and �icon�blink.
Turn
until the pressure in the positioner
builds�up,�and�the�control�valve�moves�to�its�
final�positions�so�that�the�travel/angle�can�
be�checked.
The�angle�of�rotation�of�the�lever�on�the�back�
of�the�positioner�is�indicated.�A�horizontal�
lever�(mid�position)�is�equal�to�0°.
To ensure the positioner is working proper-
ly,�the�outer�bar�elements�must�not�blink�
while�the�valve�is�moving�through�the�operat-
ing�range.
Exit�Code 1�by�pressing�the�rotary�pushbut-
ton�(
).
The permissible range has been exceeded
when�the�displayed�angle�is�more�than�30°�
and�the�outer�right�or�left�bar�element�blinks.�
The�positioner�goes�to�the�fail-safe�position�
(SAFE).
After�canceling�the�fail-safe�position�(SAFE)�
(see�section 8.2.2)�it�is�absolutely�essential�
that�you�check�the�lever�and�pin�position�as�
described�in�section 4.
WARNING!
Risk of injury due to the actuator
stem extending or retracting.
Before exchanging the lever or
changing the pin position, disconnect
the supply air and electrical auxiliary
power.
7.6 Initialization
NOTICE
The process is disturbed by the move-
ment of the actuator stem.
Do not initialize the positioner while
the process is running; only perform
an initialization during start-up with
the shut-off valves closed.
A signal pressure above the maximum
permissible limit will damage the
valve.
Check the maximum permissible sig-
nal pressure of the control valve be-
fore starting initialization. If neces-
sary, limit the signal pressure by con-
necting an upstream pressure reduc-
ing valve.
Malfunction due to changed mount-
ing or installation circumstances.
Reset the positioner to its default set-
tings and re-initialize it after the posi-
tioner has been mounted on to anoth-
er actuator or its mounting location
has been changed.
During�initialization�the�positioner�adapts�it-
self�optimally�to�the�friction�conditions�and�
the�signal�pressure�required�by�the�control�
valve.�The�type�and�extent�of�auto�tuning�de-
pends�on�the�initialization�mode�selected:
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Start-up and settings
−
Maximum range (MAX) (standard�range)
Initialization�mode�for�simple�start-up�of�
valves�with�two�clearly�defined�mechani-
cal�end�positions,�e.g.�three-way�valves�
(see�section 7.6.1)
−
Nominal range (NOM)
Initialization�mode�for�all�globe�valves�
(see�section 7.6.2)
−
Manually selected range (MAN)
Initialization�mode�for�globe�valves�with�
an�unknown�nominal�range�(see�sec-
tion 7.6.3)
−
Substitute calibration (SUb)
This�mode�allows�a�positioner�to�be�re-
placed�while�the�plant�is�running,�with�the�
least�amount�of�disruption�to�the�plant�(see�
section 7.6.4).
Note:
For normal operation, simply start
initialization by pressing the INIT key
after mounting the positioner on the
valve and defining the fail-safe posi-
tion and setting the volume restric-
tion. The positioner only needs to
work with its default settings. If nec-
essary, perform a reset (see sec-
tion 7.8).
Alternating�readings
Initialization�in�progress
Icon�depending�on�initializa-
tion mode selected
Bar�graph�display�indicating�
the�progress�of�the�initializa-
tion
%
Initialization�successfully�com-
pleted. Positioner in automatic
mode�(
)
The�time�required�for�the�initialization�proce-
dure depends on the actuator transit time and
can�take�a�few�minutes.
After�a�successful�initialization,�the�positioner�
runs�in�closed-loop�operation�indicated�by�
the �closed-loop�operation�icon.
A�malfunctioning�leads�to�the�process�being�
canceled.�The�initialization�error�is�displayed�
according�to�how�it�has�been�classified�by�
the�condensed�state.�Refer�to�section 8.3.
Note:
When Code 48 - h0 = YES, the diag-
nostics automatically start to plot the
reference graphs (drive signal steady-
state d1 and hysteresis d2) after ini-
tialization has been completed. This is
indicated by tESt and d1 or d2 ap-
pearing on the display in alternating
sequence.
An error during the plotting of the
reference graphs is indicated on the
display over Code 48 - h1 and Code
81.
The reference graphs do not have any
effect on closed-loop operation.
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Start-up and settings
Fail-safe position AIR TO CLOSE
If�the�slide�switch�is�set�to�AIR�TO�CLOSE,�the�
positioner automatically switches to the direc-
tion�of�action�increasing/decreasing�(äæ)�
after�initialization�has�been�completed. This
results�in�the�following�assignment�between�
set�point�and�valve�position:
Fail-safe�
position
Direction�of�
action
Set�point
Valve
CLOSED�
at
OPEN�at
Actuator stem
extends�(FA)
AIR�TO�OPEN
0 %
100 %
Actuator stem
retracts�(FE)
AIR�TO�CLOSE
100 %
0 %
The�tight-closing�function�has�been�activated.
Set Code�15�(final�position�w>)�to�99�% for
three-way valves.
Canceling an initialization process
An�initialization�procedure�in�progress�can�
be�canceled�by�pressing�the�rotary�pushbut-
ton�(
).�STOP is displayed for three sec-
onds and the positioner changes to the fail-
safe position.
Exit�the�fail-safe�position�again�over�Code 0�
(see�section 8.2.2).
7.6.1
MAX – Initialization
based on maximum
range
The�positioner�determines�travel/angle�of�ro-
tation�of�the�closing�member�from�the�
CLOSED�position�to�the�opposite�travel�stop�
and�adopts�this�travel/angle�of�rotation�as�
the�operating�range�from�0�to�100 %.
Enable configuration:
Note:
If no settings are entered within 120
seconds, the enabled configuration
function becomes invalid.
Default:�No
Turn
g�Code�3,�display:�No
Press
,�Code�3�blinks.
Turn
YES
Press
,�display:�
Select the initialization mode:
Default�MAX
Turn
Code 6
Press
.
Turn
MAX
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Press
�to�confirm�the�MAX�as�the�initial-
ization�mode.
Start initialization:
Î Press�INIT�key.
The�nominal�travel/angle�of�rotation�is�indi-
cated�in�%�after�initialization.�Code 5�(nomi-
nal�range)�remains�locked.�The�parameters�
for�travel/angle�range�start�(Code�8)�and�
travel/angle�range�end�(Code�9)�can�also�
only�be�displayed�and�modified�in�%.
For�a�reading�in�mm/°,�enter�the�pin�posi-
tion�(Code�4).
Enter the pin position:
mm
Pin position
Default:�No
Turn
Code 4
Press
,�Code�4�blinks.
Turn
�Pin�position�on�lever�(see�relevant�
section�on�attachment)
Press
.
The�reading�of�the�nominal�range�appears�in�
mm/°.
7.6.2
NOM – Initialization
based on nominal range
The�calibrated�sensor�allows�the�effective�
valve�travel�to�be�set�very�accurately.�During�
initialization,�the�positioner�checks�whether�
the�control�valve�can�move�through�the�indi-
cated�nominal�range�(travel�or�angle)�with-
out�collision.�If�this�is�the�case,�the�indicated�
nominal�range�is�adopted�with�the�limits�of�
travel/angle�range�start�(Code 8)�and�trav-
el/angle�range�end�(Code 9)�as�the�operat-
ing�range.
Note:
The maximum possible travel must al-
ways be greater than the nominal
travel entered. If this is not the case,
initialization is automatically can-
celed (error message Code 52) be-
cause the nominal travel could not be
achieved.
Enable configuration:
Note:
If no settings are entered within 120
seconds, the enabled configuration
function becomes invalid.
Default:�No
Turn
g�Code�3,�display:�No
Press
,�Code�3�blinks.
Turn
YES
Press
,�display:�
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Enter the pin position and nominal range:
mm
Pin position
Default:�No
mm
Nominal�range
(locked�when�Code 4�=�No)
Turn
Code 4
Press
,�Code�4�blinks.
Turn
�Pin�position�on�lever�(see�relevant�
section�on�attachment)
Press
.
Turn
Code 5
Press
,�Code�5�blinks.
Turn
�Nominal�travel�of�the�valve
Press
.
Select the initialization mode:
Init�mode
Default�MAX
Turn
Code 6
Press
,�Code�6�blinks.
Turn
NOM
Press
�to�confirm�the�NOM�as�the�initial-
ization�mode.
Start initialization:
Î Press�INIT�key.
Î After�initialization,�check�the�direction�of�
action�(Code 7)�and,�if�necessary,�
change�it.
7.6.3
MAN – Initialization
based on a manually
selected range
Before�starting�initialization,�move�the�con-
trol�valve�manually�to�the�OPEN�position.�
Turn�the�rotary�pushbutton�(
)�clockwise�in�
small�steps.�The�valve�must�be�moved�with�a�
monotonically�increasing�signal�pressure.�
The�positioner�calculates�the�differential�trav-
el/angle�from�the�OPEN�and�CLOSED�posi-
tions�and�adopts�it�as�the�operating�range�
with�limits�of�lower�travel/angle�range�value�
(Code 8)�and�upper�travel/angle�range�val-
ue�(Code 9).
Enable configuration:
Note:
If no settings are entered within 120
seconds, the enabled configuration
function becomes invalid.
Enable�configuration
Default:�No
Turn
g�Code�3,�display:�No
Press
,�Code�3�blinks.
Turn
YES
Press
,�display:�
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Enter the pin position:
mm
Pin position
Default:�No
Turn
Code 4
Press
,�Code�4�blinks.
Turn
�Pin�position�on�lever�(see�relevant�
section�on�attachment)
Press
.
Select the initialization mode:
Init�mode
Default�MAX
Turn
Code 6
Press
,�Code�6�blinks.
Turn
MAN
Press
�to�confirm�the�MAN as the initial-
ization�mode.
Enter OPEN position:
Manual�set�point
(current�angle�of�rotation�is�
indicated)
Turn
Code 0
Press
,�Code�0�blinks.
Turn
MAN
Press
.
Turn
Code 1
Press
,�Code�1�blinks.
Turn
�until�the�valve�reaches�its�OPEN�po-
sition.
Press
�to�confirm�the�OPEN�position.
Start initialization:
Î Press�INIT�key.
7.6.4
SUb – Substitute calibra-
tion
A�complete�initialization�procedure�takes�
several minutes and requires the valve to
move�through�its�entire�travel�range�several�
times.�This�initialization�mode,�however,�is�
an�emergency�mode,�in�which�the�control�
parameters are estimated and not deter-
mined�by�an�initialization�procedure.�As�a�
result,�a�high�level�of�accuracy�cannot�be�ex-
pected.�You�should�always�select�a�different�
initialization�mode�if�the�plant�allows�it.
The�substitute�calibration�is�used�to�replace�a�
positioner�while�the�process�is�running.�For�
this�purpose,�the�control�valve�is�usually�fixed�
mechanically�in�a�certain�position,�or�pneu-
matically�by�means�of�a�pressure�signal�
which�is�routed�to�the�actuator�externally.�
The�blocking�position�ensures�that�the�plant�
continues to operate with this valve position.
By�entering�the�blocking�position�(Code�35),�
closing�direction�(Code�34),�pin�position�
(Code�4),�nominal�range�(Code�5)�and�di-
rection�of�action�(Code�7),�the�positioner�can�
calculate�the�positioner�configuration.
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Start-up and settings
NOTICE
Perform a reset before re-initializing
the positioner if the substitute posi-
tioner has already been initialized.
Refer to section 7.8.
Enable configuration:
Note:
If no settings are entered within 120
seconds, the enabled configuration
function becomes invalid.
Enable�configuration
Default:�No
Turn
g�Code�3,�display:�No
Press
,�Code�3�blinks.
Turn
YES
Press
,�display:�
Enter the pin position and nominal range:
mm
Pin position
Default:�No
mm
Nominal�range
(locked�when�Code 4�=�No)
Turn
Code 4
Press
,�Code�4�blinks.
Turn
�Pin�position�on�lever�(see�relevant�
section�on�attachment)
Press
.
Turn
Code 5
Press
,�Code�5�blinks.
Turn
�Nominal�travel�of�the�valve
Press
.
Select the initialization mode:
Init�mode
Default�MAX
Turn
Code 6
Press
.
Turn
SUb
Press
�to�confirm�the�SUb�as�the�initializa-
tion mode.
Enter the direction of action:
Direction�of�action
Default�
Turn
�Code�7
Press
,�Code�7�blinks.
Turn
�Direction�of�action�(ää/äæ)
Press
.
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Deactivate travel limit:
Travel limit
Default:�No
Turn
Code 11
Press
,�Code�11�blinks.
Turn
g No
Press
.
Change pressure limit and control parame-
ters:
Note:
Do not change the pressure limit
(Code 16). Only change the control
parameters KP (Code 17) and TV
(Code 18) if the settings of the the re-
placed positioner are known.
Pressure limit
Default:�No
KP level
Default�7
TV level
Default�2
Turn
�Code�16/17/18
Press
,�Code�16/17/18�blinks.
Turn
to set the control parameter select-
ed.
Press
�to�confirm�the�setting.
Enter closing direction and blocking position:
Closing�direction�(direction�of�ro-
tation�causing�the�valve�to�move�
to�the�CLOSED�position�(view�on-
to�positioner�display)
Default:�CCL�(counterclockwise)
mm
Blocking�position
Default�0
Turn
Code 34
Press
,�Code�34�blinks.
Turn
�Closing�direction�(CCL�=�counter-
clockwise/CL�=�clockwise)
Press
.
Turn
Code 35
Press
,�Code�35�blinks.
Turn
�Blocking�position,�e.g.�5 mm�
(read�off�at�travel�indicator�scale�of�the�
blocked�valve�or�measure�with�a�ruler).
Set the fail-safe position:
Î Set�switch�for�the�fail-safe�position�AIR�
TO�OPEN�or�AIR�TO�CLOSE�according�
to�section 7.1.
Î Set�volume�restriction�as�described�in�
section 7.2.
Start initialization:
Î Press�INIT�key.
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Start-up and settings
The positioner switches to MAN mode.
The�blocking�position�is�indicated.
Note:
Since initialization has not been com-
pleted, the error code 76 (no emer-
gency mode) and possibly also error
code 57 (control loop) may appear
on the display. These alarms do not
influence the positioner’s readiness
for operation.
Cancel the blocking position and change to
automatic mode (AUTO):
For�the�positioner�to�follow�its�set�point�
again,�the�blocking�position�must�be�can-
celed�and�the�positioner�must�be�set�to�auto-
matic�mode�as�follows:
Turn
Code 1
Press
,�Code�1 and �icon�blink.
Turn
�in�order�to�move�the�valve�slightly�
past�the�blocking�position.
Press
�to�cancel�mechanical�blocking.
Turn
Code 0
Press
,�Code�0�blinks.
Turn
AUtO
Press
.
The positioner switches to automatic mode.
The�current�valve�position�is�indicated�in�%.
Note:
If the positioner shows a tendency to
oscillate in automatic mode, the pa-
rameters KP and TV must be slightly
corrected. Proceed as follows:
− Set TV (Code 18) to 4.
− If the positioner still oscillates, the
gain KP (Code 17) must be de-
creased until the positioner shows a
stable behavior.
Zero point calibration
Finally,�if�process�operations�allow�it,�the�ze-
ro�point�must�be�calibrated�according�to�sec-
tion 7.7.
7.7 Zero calibration
In�case�of�inconsistencies�in�the�closed�posi-
tion�of�the�valve,�e.g.�with�soft-seated�plugs,�
it�might�be�necessary�to�recalibrate�zero.
WARNING!
Risk of injury due to the actuator
stem extending or retracting.
Do not touch or block the actuator
stem.
NOTICE
The process is disturbed by the move-
ment of the actuator stem.
Do not perform zero calibration while
the process is running. First isolate the
plant by closing the shut-off valves.
Note:
The positioner must be connected to
the supply air to perform the zero
calibration.
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Start-up and settings
Enable configuration:
Turn
g�Code�3,�display:�No
Press
,�Code�3�blinks.
Turn
YES
Press
,�display:�
Perform zero calibration:
Init�mode
Default�MAX
Turn
Code 6
Press
,�Code�6�blinks.
Turn
ZP
Î Press�INIT�key.
Zero�calibration�starts.�The�positioner�
moves�the�valve�to�the�CLOSED�position�
and�recalibrates�the�internal�electrical�
zero�point.
7.8 Reset to default settings
This�function�resets�all�start-up�and�setting�
parameters�as�well�as�the�diagnosis�to�the�
factory�default�settings�(see�code�list�in�sec-
tion 14).
Enable configuration:
Turn
g�Code�3,�display:�No
Press
,�Code�3�blinks.
Turn
YES
Press
,�display:�
Reset start-up parameters:
Reset
Default:�No
Turn
g�Code�36,�display:�••–••–
Press
,�Code�36�blinks.
Turn
Std
Press
.
All�start-up�parameters�as�well�as�the�diag-
nosis�are�reset�to�their�default�values.
Note:
Code 36 - diAG allows just the diag-
nosis data (EXPERTplus) to be reset.
Refer to the Operating Instructions for
EXPERTplus valve diagnostics
u EB 8389.
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Operation
8 Operation
WARNING!
Risk of injury due to the actuator
stem extending or retracting.
Do not touch or block the actuator
stem.
8.1 Enabling and selecting pa-
rameters
All�codes�and�their�meaning�and�default�set-
tings�are�listed�in�the�code�list�in�section 14.
Codes�which�are�marked�with�an�asterisk�
must�be�enabled�with�Code 3�before�the�as-
sociated�parameters�can�be�configured�as�
described�below.
Code 3
Configuration�not�enabled
Configuration�enabled
Turn
g�Code�3,�display:�No
Press
,�Code�3�blinks.
Change�the�setting�in�Code 3.
Turn
YES
Press
,�display:�
Configuration�is�enabled.
You�can�now�configure�codes�one�after�the�
other:
Turn
to select the required code.
Press
to activate the selected code. The
code�number�starts�to�blink.
Turn
�to�select�the�setting.
Press
�to�confirm�the�selected�setting.
Note:
If no settings are entered within
120 seconds, the enabled configura-
tion function becomes invalid and the
display returns to Code 0.
Cancel the setting:
Canceling�the�reading
To�cancel�a�value�before�it�is�confirmed�(by�
pressing�
)�proceed�as�follows:
Turn
g ESC
Press
.
The entered value is not adopted.
8.2 Operating modes
8.2.1
Automatic and manual
modes
After�initialization�has�been�completed�suc-
cessfully,�the�positioner�is�in� automatic
mode�(AUTO).
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%
Automatic mode
Switching to manual mode (MAN)
Turn
Code 0
Press
,�display:�AUtO,�Code�0�blinks.
Turn
MAN
Press
.�The�positioner�changes�to�the�man-
ual�mode�( ).
The�manual�mode�starts�using�the�last�set�
point�of�the�automatic�mode,�ensuring�a�
bumpless�changeover.�The�current�position�is�
displayed�in�%.
Adjust the manual set point
%
%
Turn
Code 1
Press
,�Code�1�blinks.
Turn
�until�sufficient�pressure�has�been�
built�up�in�the�positioner�and�the�control�
valve moves to the required position.
Note:
The positioner automatically returns
to Code 0 if no settings are made
within 120 seconds, but remains in
the manual mode.
Switch to automatic mode
Turn
Code 0
Press
,�Code�0�blinks.
Turn
AUtO
Press
. The positioner switches to automat-
ic mode.
8.2.2
Fail-safe position (SAFE)
If�you�want�to�move�the�valve�to�the�fail-safe�
position�determined�during�start-up�(see�sec-
tion 7.1),�proceed�as�follows:
Turn
Code 0
Press
,�display:�current�operating�mode�
(AUTO or MAN),�Code 0�blinks.
Turn
SAFE
Press
,�display:�S
The�valve�moves�to�the�fail-safe�position.
If�the�positioner�has�been�initialized,�the�cur-
rent�valve�position�in�%�is�indicated�on�the�
display.
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Operation
Exit the fail-safe position
Turn
Code 0
Press
,�Code�0�blinks.
Turn
�and�select�the�required�operating�
mode�(AUtO or MAN).
Press
.
The�positioner�switches�to�the�operating�
mode selected.
8.3 Fault/malfunction
A�status�classification�is�assigned�to�all�status�
and�fault�alarms�in�the�positioner.�The�de-
fault�settings�of�the�status�classification�are�
listed in the code list.
Note:
The assignment of the status classifi-
cation can be changed in
TROVIS-VIEW and over the parame-
ters of the DD. Refer to the Operating
Instructions for the valve diagnostics
u EB 8389 on the enclosed CD-ROM
for more details.
To�provide�a�better�overview,�the�classified�
messages�are�summarized�in�a�condensed�
state�for�the�positioner�according�to�the�
NAMUR�Recommendation�NE 107.�The�status�
messages�are�divided�into�the�following�cate-
gories:
−
Maintenance alarm
The�positioner�cannot�perform�its�control�
task�due�to�a�functional�fault�in�the�posi-
tioner�itself�or�in�one�of�its�peripherals�or�
an�initialization�has�not�yet�been�suc-
cessfully�completed.
−
Maintenance required
The�positioner�still�performs�its�control�
task�(with�restrictions).�A�maintenance�
demand�or�above�average�wear�has�
been�determined.�The�wear�tolerance�will�
soon�be�exhausted�or�is�reducing�at�a�
faster�rate�than�expected.�Maintenance�is�
necessary in the medium term.
−
Maintenance demanded
The�positioner�still�performs�its�control�
task�(with�restrictions).�A�maintenance�
demand�or�above�average�wear�has�
been�determined.�The�wear�tolerance�will�
soon�be�exhausted�or�is�reducing�at�a�
faster�rate�than�expected.�Maintenance�is�
necessary in the short term.
−
Out of specification
The�positioner�is�running�outside�the�
specified�operating�conditions.
Note:
If an event is classified as “No mes-
sage”, this event does not have any
affect on the condensed state.
The condensed state is displayed represented
by�the�following�icons:
Condensed state
Positioner display
Maintenance�alarm
Function�check
Text�e.g.�tESting, TunE or
tESt
Maintenance�re-
quired/maintenance�
demanded
Out�of�specification
�blinking
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If�the�positioner�has�not�been�initialized,�the�
maintenance�alarm�icon�( )�is�displayed�as�
the�positioner�cannot�follow�its�set�point.
If�fault�alarms�exist,�the�possible�source�of�
error�is�displayed�in�Code�49�onwards.�In�
this�case,�Err is displayed.
S
Example:
Error�caused�by�pin�position
Refer�to�the�code�list�(section 14)�for�possible�
causes and the recommended action.
Fault alarm output
'Maintenance�alarm'�as�the�condensed�state�
causes�the�optional�fault�alarm�output�to�be�
switched.
−
The�'Function�check'�condensed�state�can�
also�activate�the�fault�alarm�output�
(Code 32).
−
The�'Maintenance�required/Maintenance�
demanded'�condensed�state�can�also�ac-
tivate�the�fault�alarm�output�(Code 33).
8.3.1
Confirming error mes-
sages
Enable configuration:
Note:
If no settings are entered within 120
seconds, the enabled configuration
function becomes invalid.
Turn
g�Code�3,�display:�No
Press
,�Code�3�blinks.
Turn
YES
Press
,�display:�
Confirming error message:
Turn
�Select�the�error�code�that�you�
want�to�confirm.
Press
.
The�error�message�is�confirmed.
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Adjusting the limit contact
9 Adjusting the limit contact
The positioner version with an inductive limit
contact�has�an�adjustable�tag�(1)�mounted�
on�the�axis�of�rotation,�which�operates�the�
proximity�switch�(3).
For�operation�of�the�inductive�limit�contact,�
the�corresponding�switching�amplifier�(see�
section 5.2.1)�must�be�connected�to�the�out-
put circuit.
When�the�tag�(1)�is�located�in�the�inductive�
field�of�the�switch,�the�switch�assumes�a�high�
resistance.�When�it�moves�outside�the�field,�
the switch assumes a low resistance.
Normally,�the�limit�contact�is�adjusted�in�
such�a�way�that�it�will�provide�a�signal�in�
both�end�positions�of�the�valve.�The�switch,�
however,�can�also�be�adjusted�to�indicate�in-
termediate valve positions.
The�required�switching�function,�i.e.�whether�
the�output�relay�is�to�be�picked�up�or�re-
leased�when�the�tag�enters�the�field,�must�be�
selected�at�the�switching�amplifier,�if�re-
quired.
Note:
The inductive limit contact replaces
the software limit contact A1 with ter-
minal assignment +41/–42.
Each switching position can option-
ally be set to indicate when the tag
has entered the field, or when it has
left the field.
The second software limit contact re-
mains effective, the function of the
software limit contact A1 is disabled.
Metal�tag�(1)
Proximity�switch�(3)
Adjustment�screw�(2)
Fig. 26: Adjusting the limit contact
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Adjusting the limit contact
Software adaptation
−
Code�38�(inductive�alarm�is�set�to�YES).
−
The inductive limit contact is connected to
the�terminals�+41/–42.
−
The�device�is�set�up�accordingly�in�the�
delivered state.
Adjusting the switching point
Note:
During adjustment or testing, the
switching point must always be ap-
proached from mid-position (50 %).
To�guarantee�the�switching�under�all�ambient�
conditions,�adjust�the�switching�point�ap-
prox.�5 %�before�the�mechanical�stop�(OPEN�
–�CLOSED).
For CLOSED position:
1. Initialize�the�positioner.
2. Move�the�valve�to�5 %�in�the�MAN�mode�
(see�display).
3. Adjust�the�tag�at�the�yellow�adjustment�
screw�(2)�until�the�tag�enters�or�leaves�
the�field�and�the�switching�amplifier�re-
sponds.
You�can�measure�the�switching�voltage�
as an indicator.
Contact function:
−
Tag�leaving�the�field�>�contact�is�closed.
−
Tag�entering�the�field�>�contact�is�
opened.
For OPEN position:
1.
Initialize�the�positioner.
2.
Move�the�valve�to�95 %�in�the�MAN�
mode�(see�display).
3.
Adjust�the�tag�(1)�at�the�yellow�adjust-
ment�screw�(2)�until�the�tag�enters�or�
leaves�the�field�of�the�proximity�switch�
(3).
You�can�measure�the�switching�voltage�
as an indicator.
Contact function:
−
Tag�leaving�the�field�>�contact�is�closed.
−
Tag�entering�the�field�>�contact�is�
opened.
9.1 Retrofitting an inductive
limit contact
Required retrofit kit:
Limit�switch
Order�no.�1400-7460
Note:
The same requirements apply to ret-
rofitting an inductive limit contact as
to servicing the positioner. For explo-
sion-protected positioners, the re-
quirements in section 11 need to be
kept. Check the "Limit switch, induc-
tive" box on the nameplate after in-
stalling the limit contact.
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Adjusting the limit contact
1. Take�off�the�rotary�pushbutton�(3)�and�cap�
(1),�unthread�the�five�fastening�screws�(2)�
and�lift�off�the�plastic�cover�(9)�together�
with�the�display,�taking�care�not�to�dam-
age�the�ribbon�cable�(between�PCB�and�
display).
2. Use�a�knife�to�cut�an�opening�at�the�
marked�location�(4).
3. Push�the�connector�(11)�with�cable�
through�the�opening�and�secure�the�prox-
imity�switch�(7)�on�the�cover�with�a�dot�of�
glue.
4. Remove�the�jumper�(8801-2267)�at�the�
socket�X7�of�the�top�board�and�insert�the�
cable�connector�(11).
5. Guide�the�cable�in�such�a�manner�that�the�
plastic�cover�can�be�placed�back�onto�the�
positioner.�Insert�the�fixing�screws�(2)�and�
screw�tight.�Attach�the�clamping�plate�(8)�
onto�the�proximity�switch.
6. Attach�the�rotary�switch�(5).�Make�sure�
the�flattened�side�of�the�positioner�shaft�is�
turned�so�that�the�rotary�switch�(5)�can�be�
attached�with�the�metal�tag�next�to�the�
proximity�switch.
7.� On�start-up�of�the�positioner,�set�the�op-
tion�inductive�alarm�under�Code 38�from�
No to YES.
1
2
3
4
5
8
6
7
9
7
Socket�X7�(11)
1
Cap
6
Metal�tag
2
Screw
7
Proximity�switch
3
Rotary�pushbutton
8
Clamping�plate
4
Marking
9
Plastic cover
5
Rotary switch
11
Connector
Fig. 27: Retrofitting an inductive limit contact
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Maintenance
10 Maintenance
The positioner does not require any mainte-
nance.
There�are�filters�with�a�100 µm�mesh�size�in�
the�pneumatic�connections�for�supply�and�
output�which�can�be�removed�and�cleaned,�
if�required.
The�maintenance�instructions�of�any�up-
stream�supply�air�pressure�reducing�stations�
must�be�observed.
11 Servicing explosion-protected
devices
If�a�part�of�the�device�on�which�the�explosion�
protection�is�based�needs�to�be�serviced,�the�
device�must�not�be�put�back�into�operation�
until�a�qualified�inspector�has�assessed�it�ac-
cording�to�explosion�protection�require-
ments,�has�issued�an�inspection�certificate�or�
given�the�device�a�mark�of�conformity.�In-
spection�by�a�qualified�inspector�is�not�re-
quired�if�the�manufacturer�performs�a�rou-
tine�test�on�the�device�before�putting�it�back�
into�operation.�Document�the�passing�of�the�
routine�test�by�attaching�a�mark�of�conformi-
ty�to�the�device.�Replace�explosion-protected�
components�only�with�original,�routine-tested�
components�from�the�manufacturer.
Devices that have already been operated
outside hazardous areas and are intended
for future use inside hazardous areas must
comply with the safety requirements placed
on serviced devices. Before being operated
inside hazardous areas, test the devices ac-
cording to the specifications for servicing
explosion-protected devices.
Read�section 13�for�maintenance,�calibration�
and�adjustment�work�inside�and�outside�
hazardous�areas.
12 Firmware update (serial in-
terface)
Firmware updates on positioners currently in
operation�can�be�performed�as�follows:
When�updates�are�performed�by�a�service�
employee�appointed�by�SAMSON,�the�up-
date�is�confirmed�on�the�device�by�the�test�
mark�assigned�by�SAMSON’s�Quality�Assur-
ance.
In�all�other�cases,�only�plant�operator�per-
sonnel�with�written�approval�may�perform�
updates.�Updates�are�to�be�confirmed�by�ap-
proved personnel on the device.
Laptops�and�PCs�connected�to�the�power�
supply�must�not�be�used�without�an�addition-
al protective circuit.
This�does�not�apply�to�laptops�in�battery�op-
eration.�In�this�case,�it�is�assumed�that�a�bat-
tery-powered�laptop�runs�briefly�for�software�
programming�or�testing�purposes.
a)
Updates outside the hazardous
area:
Remove�the�positioners�from�the�
plant.�Update�them�outside�the�haz-
ardous area.
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Maintenance, calibration and work on equipment
b)
Updates on site:
Updates�on�site�are�only�permitted�
after�the�plant�operator�presented�a�
signed�hot�work�permit.
After�updating�has�been�completed,�add�the�
current�firmware�to�the�nameplate;�this�can�
be�done�using�labels.
13 Maintenance, calibration and
work on equipment
Interconnection with intrinsically safe cir-
cuits to check or calibrate the equipment in-
side or outside hazardous areas is to be
performed only with intrinsically safe cur-
rent/voltage calibrators and measuring in-
struments to rule out any damage to com-
ponents relevant to explosion protection.
Observe the maximum permissible values
specified in the certificates for intrinsically
safe circuits.
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Code list
14 Code list
Code
no.
Parameter�–�Readings/
values�[default�setting]
Description
Note: Codes with marked with an asterisk (*) must be enabled with Code 3 prior to configuration.
0
Operating mode
[MAN] Manual�mode
AUtO
Automatic mode
SAFE
Fail-safe�position
ESC
Cancel
Switchover�from�automatic�to�manual�mode�is�bumpless.
In�fail-safe�position,�the�S icon is displayed.
In�MAN�and�AUtO�mode,�the�system�deviation�is�represented�by�the�
bar�graph�elements.
The�reading�indicates�the�valve�position�or�angle�of�rotation�in�%�
when�the�positioner�is�initialized.�If�the�positioner�is�not�initialized,�
the�position�of�the�lever�in�relation�to�the�longitudinal�axis�is�dis-
played�in�degrees�(°).
1
Manual w
[0]�to�100 %�of�the�nomi-
nal�range
Adjust�the�manual�reference�variable�with�the�rotary�pushbutton.�The�
current�travel/angle�is�displayed�in�%�when�the�positioner�is�initial-
ized.�If�the�positioner�is�not�initialized,�the�position�of�the�lever�in�re-
lation�to�the�longitudinal�axis�is�indicated�in�degrees�(°).
Note: can only be selected when Code 0 = MAN
2
Reading direction
1234,
1234
,�ESC
The�reading�direction�of�the�display�is�turned�by�180°.
3
Enable configuration
[No],�YES,�ESC
Enables�changing�of�data�(automatically�deactivated�when�the�rota-
ry�pushbutton�has�not�been�operated�for�120 s).�HART�blinks�on�the�
display�when�the�on-site�operation�is�locked�over�HART® communi-
cation.�Codes�marked�with�an�asterisk�(*)�can�only�be�read�and�not�
overwritten.�Similarly,�codes�can�only�read�over�the�SSP�interface.
4*
Pin position
[No],�17,�25,�35,�50,�70,�
100,�200,�300 mm,�90°�
with�rotary�actuators,�ESC
Note: If you select a pin
position in Code 4 that is
too small, the positioner
switches to SAFE mode for
reasons of safety.
Follower�pin�must�be�mounted�in�the�proper�position�depending�on�
the�valve�travel/opening�angle.
Pin�position�must�be�entered�for�nominal�(NOM)�or�substitute�(SUb)�
initialization.
Pin position
Standard
Adjustment�range
Code 4
Code 5
Code 5
17
7.5
3.6 to 17.7
25
7.5
5.0 to 25.0
35
15.0
7.0 to 35.4
50
30.0
10.0 to 50.0
70
40.0
14.0 to 70.7
100
60.0
20.0 to 100.0
200
120.0
40.0 to 200.0
90°
90.0
24.0 to 100.0
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Code list
Code
no.
Parameter�–�Readings/
values�[default�setting]
Description
5*
Nominal range
mm�or�angle�°,�ESC
Nominal�valve�travel�or�opening�angle�must�be�entered�for�nominal�
(NOM)�or�substitute�(SUb)�initialization.
The�possible�adjustment�range�depends�on�the�pin�position�from�the�
table�for�Code 4.
Indicates�maximum�travel/angle�reached�during�initialization�after�
initialization�has�been�successfully�completed.
6*
Init mode
[MAX] Maximum�range
NOM Nominal�range
MAN Manual�setting
SUb
Emergency�mode
ZP
Zero�calibration
ESC
Cancel
Select�the�initialization�mode
MAX:
Travel/angle�of�the�closure�member�from�the�CLOSED�posi-
tion to the opposite stop in the actuator.
NOM:
Travel/angle�of�the�closure�member�measured�from�the�
CLOSED�position�to�the�indicated�OPEN�position.
MAN:
Manually�selected�range
SUb:
Substitute�calibration�(without�initialization)
7*
w/x
[ää]
Increasing/increas-
ing
äæ
Increasing/decreas-
ing
ESC
Direction�of�action�of�the�set�point�w�in�relation�to�the�travel/angle�x
Automatic�adaptation:
AIR�TO�
OPEN:
On�completing�initialization,�the�direction�of�action�re-
mains�increasing/�increasing�(ää).�A�globe�valve�opens�
as the set point increases.
AIR�TO�
CLOSE:
On�completing�initialization,�the�direction�of�action�chang-
es�to�increasing/decreasing�(�).�A�globe�valve�closes�as�
the set point increases.
8*
Travel/angle range start
(lower x-range value)
[0.0]�to�80.0 %�of�the�
nominal�range,�ESC
Note: Specified in mm or
angle ° provided Code 4 is
activated.
Lower�range�value�for�travel/angle�in�nominal�or�operating�range
The operating range�is�the�actual�travel/angle�of�the�valve�and�is�
limited�by�the�lower�travel/angle�range�value�(Code 8)�and�the�up-
per�travel/angle�range�value�(Code 9).
Usually,�the�operating�range�and�the�nominal�range�are�identical.�
The�nominal�range�can�be�limited�to�the�operating�range�by�the�low-
er�and�upper�x-range�values.
The�value�is�displayed�or�must�be�entered.
The�characteristic�is�adapted.�See�also�the�example�in�Code 9.
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Code list
Code
no.
Parameter�–�Readings/
values�[default�setting]
Description
9*
Travel/angle range end
(upper x-range value)
20.0�to�[100.0 %]�of�the�
nominal�range,�ESC
Note: Specified in mm or
angle ° provided Code 4 is
activated.
Upper�range�value�for�travel/angle�in�nominal�or�operating�range
The�value�is�displayed�or�must�be�entered.
The characteristic is adapted.
Example: The�operating�range�is�modified,�for�example,�to�limit�the�
range�of�a�control�valve�which�has�been�sized�too�large.�For�this�
function,�the�entire�resolution�range�of�the�set�point�is�converted�to�
the new limits.
0�%�on�the�display�corresponds�to�the�adjusted�lower�limit�and�100�
%�to�the�adjusted�upper�limit.
10* Travel/angle lower limit
(lower x-limit)
0.0�to�49.9 %�of�the�oper-
ating�range,�[No],�ESC
Limits�travel/opening�angle�to�the�entered�value�(lower�limit).�The�
characteristic is not adapted.
The�characteristic�is�not�adapted�to�the�reduced�range.�See�also�the�
example�in�Code 11.
11* Travel/angle upper limit
(upper x-limit)
50.0�to�120.0 %,�[100 %]�
of�the�operating�range,�
No,�ESC
Limits�travel/angle�to�the�entered�value�(upper�limit).�The�characteris-
tic is not adapted.
Example:�In�some�applications,�it�is�better�to�limit�the�valve�travel,�
e.g.�if�a�certain�minimum�medium�flow�is�required�or�a�maximum�
flow�must�not�be�reached.
The�lower�limit�must�be�adjusted�with�Code 10�and�the�upper�limit�
with�Code 11.
If�a�tight-closing�function�has�been�set�up,�it�has�priority�over�the�
travel limitation.
When�set�to�No,�the�valve�can�be�opened�past�the�nominal�travel�
with�a�set�point�outside�of�the�0�to�100 %�range.
12* w-start
[0.0]�to�75.0 %�of�the�set�
point�range,�ESC
The�lower�range�value�of�the�set�point�range�must�be�lower�than�up-
per�range�value�(w-end),�0 %�=�4 mA.
The�set�point�range�is�the�difference�between�w-end�and�w-start,�and�
must�be�Δw�≥�25 %�=�4 mA.
When�the�set�point�range�of�0�to�100 %�=�4�to�20 mA,�the�valve�
must�move�through�its�entire�operating�range�from�0�to�100 %�trav-
el/angle�of�rotation.
In�split-range�operation,�the�valves�operate�with�smaller�set�points.�
The�control�signal�of�the�control�unit�to�control�two�valves�is�divided�
such,�for�instance,�that�the�valves�move�through�their�full�travel/an-
gle�of�rotation�at�only�half�the�input�signal�(first�valve�set�to�0�to�50 %�
=�4�to�12 mA�and�second�valve�set�to�50�to�100 %�=12�to�20 mA).
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Code list
Code
no.
Parameter�–�Readings/
values�[default�setting]
Description
13* w-end
25.0�to�[100.0 %]�of�the�
set�point�range,�ESC
The�upper�range�value�of�the�set�point�range�must�be�greater�than�
lower�range�value�(w-start).
100.0 %�=�20 mA
14* Reference variable range
start (w-start)
0.0�to�49.9 %,�[1.0 %]�of�
the�span�adjusted�in�
Code 12/13,�No,�ESC
If�the�set�point�w�reaches�up�to�the�entered�percentage�at�the�final�
value�that�causes�the�valve�to�close,�the�actuator�is�immediately�com-
pletely�vented�(with�AIR�TO�OPEN)�or�filled�with�air�(with�AIR�TO�
CLOSE).�This�action�always�lead�to�maximum�tight-closing�of�the�
valve.
Codes�14/15�have�priority�over�Codes�8/9/10/11.
Codes�21/22�have�priority�over�Codes�14/15.
15* Reference variable range
end (w-end)
50.0�to�100.0 %�of�the�
span�adjusted�in�
Code 12/13,�[No],�ESC
If�the�set�point�w�reaches�up�to�the�entered�percentage�at�the�final�
value�that�causes�the�valve�to�open,�the�actuator�is�immediately�filled�
with�air�(with�AIR�TO�OPEN)�or�completely�vented�(with�AIR�TO�
CLOSE).�This�action�always�lead�to�the�valve�being�completely�
opened.
Codes�14/15�have�priority�over�Codes�8/9/10/11.
Codes�21/22�have�priority�over�Codes�14/15.
Example:�Set�the�end�position�w�>�to�99 %�for�three-way�valves.
16* Pressure limit
1.4 bar,�2.4 bar,�3.7 bar,�
[No],�ESC
The�signal�pressure�to�the�actuator�can�be�limited�in�stages.
After�changing�a�pressure�limit�already�set,�the�actuator�must�be�
vented�once�(e.g.�by�selecting�the�fail-safe�position�(SAFE)�over�
Code 0).
NOTICE: Do not activate pressure limitation for double-acting actua-
tors (with fail-safe position AIR TO OPEN).
17*
Proportional-action coeffi-
cient KP (level)
0�to�17,�[7],�ESC
Read�or�change�KP
Note concerning changing the KP and TV levels:�During�positioner�
initialization,�the�values�for�KP and TV�are�optimally�set.�If�the�posi-
tioner�tends�to�overshoot�impermissibly�due�to�other�disturbances,�
the�KP and TV�levels�can�be�adapted�accordingly�after�initialization.�
Increment�TV�level�until�desired�behavior�is�reached�or�when�the�
maximum�value�of�4�is�reached,�the�KP�level�can�be�decreased�in�in-
crements.
NOTICE:�KP�level�changes�affect�the�set�point�deviation.
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Code list
Code
no.
Parameter�–�Readings/
values�[default�setting]
Description
18* Derivative-action time TV
(level)
1,�[2],�3,�4,�No,�ESC
Read�or�change�TV�(see�KP�level)
A�change�of�the�TV�level�has�no�effect�on�the�system�deviation.
19* Tolerance band
0.1�to�10.0 %,�[5.0 %]�of�
the�operating�range,�ESC
Used�for�error�monitoring.
Determination�of�the�tolerance�band�in�relation�to�the�operating�
range.
Associated�lag�time�(30 s)�is�a�reset�criterion.
If�a�transit�time�is�determined�during�initialization�which�is�six�times�
longer�than�30 s,�the�six-fold�transit�time�is�accepted�as�the�lag�time.
20* Characteristic
[0]�to�9,�ESC
Select�characteristic
0
Linear
1
Equal�percentage
2
Reverse�equal�percentage
3
SAMSON�butterfly�valve,�linear
4
SAMSON�butterfly�valve,�equal�percentage
5
VETEC�rotary�plug�valve,�linear
6
VETEC�rotary�plug�valve,�equal�percentage
7
Segmented�ball�valve,�linear
8
Segmented�ball�valve,�equal�percentage
9
User-defined�(defined�over�operator�software)
Note: The various characteristics are listed in the Appendix
(section 16).
21* Required transit time
OPEN (w ramp open)
[0]�to�240 s,�ESC
Time�required�to�move�through�the�operating�range�when�the�valve�
opens.
Limitation�of�the�transit�time�(Code�21�and�22):
For�some�applications�it�is�recommendable�to�limit�the�transit�time�of�
the�actuator�to�prevent�it�from�engaging�too�fast�in�the�running�pro-
cess.
Code 21�has�priority�over�Code 15.
NOTICE: The function is not activated when the fail-safe function or
solenoid valve is triggered nor upon failure of the auxiliary power.
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Code list
Code
no.
Parameter�–�Readings/
values�[default�setting]
Description
22* Required transit time
CLOSED (w ramp closed)
[0]�to�240�s,�ESC
Time�required�to�move�through�the�operating�range�when�the�valve�
closes.
Code 22�has�priority�over�Code 14.
NOTICE: The function is not activated when the fail-safe function or
solenoid valve is triggered nor upon failure of the auxiliary power.
23* Total valve travel
[0]�to�99�·�107,�RES,�ESC
Exponential�reading�from�
9999�travel�cycles�on-
wards
Totaled�full�valve�travel�cycle
Can�be�reset�to�0�by�selecting�ESC.
Note: The total valve travel is saved in a non-volatile memory after
every 1000 full valve travel cycle.
24* LV total valve travel
1000�to�99�·�107
[1.000000],�ESC
Exponential�reading�from�
9999�travel�cycles�on-
wards
Limit�value�of�total�valve�travel.�If�the�limit�is�exceeded,�the� and
icons are indicated.
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Code list
Code
no.
Parameter�–�Readings/
values�[default�setting]
Description
25* Alarm mode
0�to�3,�[2],�ESC
Switching�mode�of�software�limit�contact�alarms�A1�and�A2�when�
activated�(when�the�positioner�is�initialized).
1)�Explosion-protected�version�according�to�EN 60947-
5-6
0:�A1�≥�2.2�mA
A2�≤�1.0 mA
1:�A1�≤�1.0�mA
A2�≤�1.0�mA
2:�A1�≥�2.2�mA
A2�≥�2.2 mA
3:�A1�≤�1.0�mA
A2�≥�2.2 mA
2)�Version�without�explosion�protection
0:�A1
R�=�348�Ω
A2
Non-conducting
1:�A1
Non-conducting
A2
Non-conducting
2:�A1
R�=�348�Ω
A2
R�=�348�Ω
3:�A1
Non-conducting
A2
R�=�348�Ω
When�a�positioner�has�not�been�initialized,�the�software�limit�con-
tacts�always�register�the�signal�as�in�the�state�of�no�response.
If�there�is�no�mA�signal�at�the�terminals�11/12,�the�software�limit�
contacts�both�switch�to�≤�1.0 mA�(Ex)�or�non-conducting�(without�ex-
plosion�protection).
Note: The fault alarm output always switches to ≤ 1.0 mA/non-con-
ducting in case of a fault; it has ≥ 2.2 mA/R = 348 Ω when there is
no fault.
26* Limit A1
0.0�to�100.0 %,�[2.0 %]�of�
the�operating�range,�No,�
ESC
Alarm�A1�responds�when�the�value�falls�below�the�limit.
Software�limit�value�A1�is�displayed�or�can�be�changed�in�relation�to�
the�operating�range.
The�setting�has�no�effect�when�an�inductive�limit�contact�is�installed.
27* Limit A2
0.0�to�100.0 %,�[98.0 %]�
of�the�operating�range,�
No,�ESC
Alarm�A2�responds�when�the�value�falls�below�the�limit.
Software�limit�value�A2�is�displayed�or�can�be�changed�in�relation�to�
the�operating�range.
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Code list
Code
no.
Parameter�–�Readings/
values�[default�setting]
Description
28* Alarm test
Reading�direction:
Standard
Turned
[No]
[No]
RUN�1
1�RUN
RUN�2
2�RUN
RUN�3
3�RUN
ESC
ESC
Test�of�software�limit�contact�alarms�A1�and�A2�as�well�as�of�fault�
alarm contact A3.
If�the�test�is�activated,�the�contact�is�switched�five�times.
RUN�1/1�RUN:�software�limit�contact�A1�to�≥2.2 mA
RUN�2/2�RUN:�software�limit�contact�A2�to�≥2.2 mA
RUN�3/3�RUN:�fault�alarm�contact�A3�to�≤1.0 mA
29* Position transmitter x/ix 3)
[ää],�äæ,�ESC
Operating�direction�of�the�position�transmitter:�it�indicates�assign-
ment�between�travel/angle�position�and�output�signal�i�based�on�
CLOSED�position.
The�operating�range�(see�Code 8)�of�the�valve�is�represented�by�the�
4�to�20 mA�signal.�Values�exceeding�or�falling�below�the�limits�2.4�
to�21.6 mA�can�be�represented.
When�the�positioner�has�not�been�mounted�(reference�variable�
smaller�than�3.6 mA),�the�signal�is�0.9 mA�and�3.8 mA�the�position-
er�has�not�been�initialized.�When�YES�is�set�in�Code�32,�the�position�
transmitter�issues�the�value�as�per�Code 30�during�initialization�or�
zero�calibration.�When�NO�is�set�in�Code�32,�4 mA�is�issued�during�
a�running�calibration.
30* Fault alarm ix 3)
HI,�LO,�[No],�ESC
Select�if�and�how�alarms�that�cause�the�fault�alarm�contact�to�be�
switched�are�also�indicated�by�the�position�transmitter.
HI�ix�=21.6�±0.1 mA�or�LO�ix�=2.4�±0.1 mA
31* Position transmitter test 3)
–10.0�to�110.0 %�of�the�
operating�range,�[default�
value is last indicated val-
ue�of�the�position�transmit-
ter],�ESC
Testing�the�position�transmitter.�Values�can�be�entered�in�relation�to�
the�operating�range.
The�momentary�valve�position�is�used�in�initialized�positioners�locally�
as�the�start�value�(bumpless�changeover�to�the�test�mode).�On�testing�
over�software,�the�entered�simulation�value�is�issued�as�the�position�
feedback�signal�for�30�seconds.
3)�Analog�position�transmitter:�Code 29/30/31�can�only�be�selected�if�the�position�transmitter�(optional)�is�installed.
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Code list
Code
no.
Parameter�–�Readings/
values�[default�setting]
Description
32* Error message in case of
'Function check' con-
densed state
[YES],�No,�ESC
YES:
Error�message�also�in�case�of�'Function�check'�condensed�
state
No:
'Function�check'�condensed�state�does�not�cause�an�error�
message�to�be�issued
Note: Regardless of the condensed state, the fault alarm output al-
ways switches when the error codes 57, 58, 60, 62 and 64 to 70,
76 are issued.
33* Error message in case of
condensed state 'Mainte-
nance required'
[YES],�No,�ESC
YES:
Error�message�only�in�case�of�condensed�state�'Mainte-
nance�alarm'�and�'Maintenance�required'
No:
Error�message�only�in�case�of�condensed�state�'Mainte-
nance�alarm'
Note: Regardless of the condensed state, the fault alarm output al-
ways switches when the error codes 57, 58, 60, 62 and 64 to 70,
76 are issued.
34* Closing direction
CL,�[CCL],�ESC
CL:
Clockwise
CCL:
Counterclockwise
Direction�of�rotation�to�reach�the�valve's�CLOSED�position�(view�onto�
rotary�switch�with�positioner�cover�open).
Needs�only�be�entered�in�SUb�initialization�mode�(Code�6).
35* Blocking position
[0.0]�mm/°�/%,�ESC
Enter�the�blocking�position�(distance�to�CLOSED�position)
Only�necessary�with�SUb�initialization�mode.
36* Reset
[No],�Std,�diAG,�ESC
Std:
Resets�all�parameters�and�diagnosis�data�to�their�default�set-
tings.�After�a�reset,�the�positioner�must�be�re-initialized.
diAG: Resets�diagnosis�data�only.�Plotted�reference�graphs�and�logs�
remain saved.
The�positioner�does�not�need�to�be�re-initialized.
37* Position transmitter
No,�YES
Read only
Indicates�whether�an�optional�position�transmitter�is�installed.
38* Inductive alarm
[No],�YES,�ESC
Indicates�whether�the�inductive�limit�contact�option�is�installed�or�not.
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Code list
Code
no.
Parameter�–�Readings/
values�[default�setting]
Description
39
Set point deviation e info
–99.9�to�99.9 %
Read only
Indicates�the�deviation�from�the�target�position�(e�=�w�–�x).
40
Transit time Open info
[0]�to�240 s
Read only
Minimum�opening�time�determined�during�initialization.
41
Transit time Closed info
[0]�to�240 s
Read only
Minimum�closing�time�determined�during�initialization.
42
Auto-w info
0.0�to�100.0 %�of�the�
span
Read only
Indicates�the�applied�automatic�set�point�with�corresponding�4�to�
20 mA�signal.
43
Firmware info
Read only
Indicates�the�positioner�type�and�current�firmware�version�in�alter-
nating�sequence.
44
y info
[0]�to�100 %,�0P,�MAX,�
– – –
Read only
Indicates�the�control�signal�y�in�%�in�relation�to�the�travel�range�de-
termined�during�initialization.
MAX:
The�positioner�builds�up�its�maximum�output�pressure,�see�
description�in�Code 14�and�15.
0P:
The�positioner�vents�completely,�see�description�in�Code�14�
and 15.
– – –:
The�positioner�is�not�initialized.
45
Solenoid valve info
YES,�HIGH/LOW,�No
Read only
Indicates�whether�a�solenoid�valve�is�installed�or�not.
If�a�voltage�supply�is�connected�at�the�terminals�of�the�installed�sole-
noid�valve,�YES�and�HIGH�appear�on�the�display�in�alternating�se-
quence.�If�a�voltage�supply�is�not�connected�(actuator�vented,�fail-
safe�position�indicated�on�the�display�by�the�S�icon),�YES�and�LOW�
appear�on�the�display�in�alternating�sequence.
46* Polling address
[0]�to�63,�ESC
Select�bus�address
47* Write protection HART®
YES,�[No],�ESC
When�write�protection�is�active,�device�data�can�be�read,�but�not�
overwritten over HART® communication.
48*
49*
Diagnostic parameters u EB 8389
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Code list
Note:
The error codes listed in the following appear in the display corresponding to their
status classification set over the condensed state (Maintenance required/Maintenance
demanded:
, Out of specification:
blinking, Maintenance alarm: ). If “No mes-
sage” is assigned to the error code as the status classification, the error is not in-
cluded in the condensed state.
A status classification is assigned to every error code in the default setting. The status
classification of error codes can also be changed as required using an operator soft-
ware (e.g. TROVIS-VIEW).
Initialization errors
Error codes –
Recommended action
Condensed�state�message�active,�when�prompted,�Err appears.
When�fault�alarms�exist,�they�are�displayed�here.
50
x > permissible
range
Value�of�measuring�signal�too�high�or�too�low;�the�lever�operates�near�its�me-
chanical stops.
•� Pin not mounted properly
•� Bracket�slipped�in�case�of�NAMUR�attachment�or�positioner�is�off�center.
•� Follower plate not mounted properly.
Status�
classification
[Maintenance�required]
Recommended
action
Check�attachment�and�pin�position,�set�operating�mode�from�SAFE�to�MAN�
and�re-initialize�the�positioner.
51
Δx < permissible
range
Insufficient�measuring�span�of�the�lever.
•� Pin not mounted properly
•� Wrong�lever
An�angle�of�rotation�smaller�than�16°�at�the�positioner�shaft�only�generates�an�
alarm.�An�angle�below�9°�leads�to�the�initialization�being�canceled.
Status�
classification
[Maintenance�required]
Recommended
action
Check�attachment�and�re-initialize�the�positioner.
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Code list
Error codes –
Recommended action
Condensed�state�message�active,�when�prompted,�Err appears.
When�fault�alarms�exist,�they�are�displayed�here.
52
Attachment
•� Invalid�positioner�attachment.
•� Nominal�travel/angle�(Code�5)�could�not�be�achieved�during�NOM�initial-
ization�(no�tolerance�downwards�permissible).
•� Mechanical�or�pneumatic�fault,�e.g.�wrong�lever�selected�or�supply�pressure�
too low to move to the required position.
Status�
classification
[Maintenance�required]
Recommended
action
Check�attachment�and�supply�pressure.�Re-initialize�the�positioner.
Under�certain�circumstances,�it�may�be�possible�to�check�the�maximum�travel/
angle�by�entering�the�actual�pin�position�and�then�performing�a�MAX�initial-
ization.
After�initialization�has�been�completed,�the�Code�5�indicates�the�maximum�
achieved�travel�or�angle.
53
Initialization time
exceeded
(Init time >)
Initialization�takes�too�long.�The�positioner�returns�to�the�previous�operating�
mode.
•� No�pressure�in�supply�line�or�pneumatic�leakage
•� Supply�air�failure�during�initialization
Status�
classification
[Maintenance�required]
Recommended
action
Check�attachment�and�supply�air�line.�Re-initialize�the�positioner.
54
Initialization –
solenoid valve
1) A�solenoid�valve�is�installed�(Code�45�=�YES)�and�has�not�been�connected�
or�not�properly.�As�a�result,�actuator�pressure�cannot�build�up.�The�alarm�
is�generated�when�you�attempt�to�initialize�the�positioner.
2) If�you�attempt�to�initialize�the�positioner�from�the�fail-safe�position�(SAFE).
Status�
classification
[Maintenance�required]
Recommended
action
1) Check�connection�and�supply�voltage�of�the�solenoid�valve�(Code�45�
High/Low).
2) Set�the�MAN�mode�in�Code�0.�Re-initialize�the�positioner.
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Code list
Error codes –
Recommended action
Condensed�state�message�active,�when�prompted,�Err appears.
When�fault�alarms�exist,�they�are�displayed�here.
55
Transit time too
short
(transit time <)
Actuator�transit�times�detected�during�initialization�are�so�short�that�optimal�
positioner�tuning�is�impossible.
Status�
classification
[Maintenance�required]
Recommended
action
Check�the�volume�restriction�setting�as�described�in�section 7.2.�Re-initialize�the�
positioner.
56
Pin position
Initialization�canceled�because�selected�NOM�and�SUB�initialization�modes�re-
quire�the�pin�position�to�be�entered.
Status�
classification
[Maintenance�required]
Recommended
action
Enter�pin�position�over�Code�4�and�nominal�travel/angle�over�Code�5.�Re-ini-
tialize�the�positioner.
Operational error
Error codes –
Recommended action
Condensed�state�message�active,�when�prompted,�Err appears.
When�fault�alarms�exist,�they�are�displayed�here.
57
Control loop
Additional indication
at�the�fault�alarm�
contact!
Control�loop�error,�the�valve�no�longer�follows�the�controlled�variable�within�tol-
erable�times�(tolerance�band�alarm�Code�19).
•� Actuator�blocked
•� Positioner�attachment�shifted�subsequently
•� Supply�pressure�no�longer�suffices.
Status�
classification
[Maintenance�required]
Recommended
action
Check�attachment.
58
Zero point
Zero�point�incorrect
Error�can�occur�when�the�positioner's�attachment�position�is�shifted�or�when�the�
valve�trim�is�worn,�particularly�with�soft-sealed�plugs.
Status�
classification
[Maintenance�required]
Recommended
action
Check�valve�and�attachment�of�the�positioner.�If�OK,�perform�a�zero�calibration�
over�Code�6�(see�section 7.7).
We�recommend�to�re-initialize�the�positioner�if�zero�deviates�by�more�than�5�%.