Bettis GENERAL OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FOR -12 TRIM SERIES ACTUATORS Manuals & Guides

GH BETTIS

GENERAL

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR

-12 TRIM SERIES ACTUATORS

PART NUMBER 71584

REVISION "A"

DATE: JULY 1987

ECN DATE REV LTR By * Date

A9280 07/15/87 A Compiled

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* Signatures on file Bettis, Waller, Texas

BSC 07-16-87

BC 07-20-87
RTU 08-07-87
AJP 08-07-87

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1.0 GENERAL

GH Bettis rotary actuators are designed for use with rotary valves of a

broad range of sizes and types, and are applicable over a wide range of
pressures, temperatures and environments.

2.0 STORAGE

For applications where the actuator is not put into immediate service it

is recommended that the actuator be cycled by clean dry air or nitrogen
pressure at least once per month. Indoor storage, if available, is
recommended for all actuators. Care should be taken to plug the cylinder
ports, control valves ports and body parts to keep out foreign particles
and moisture. Also, actuators should not be stored in an atmosphere
harmful to resilient seals. For extended storage, contact factory.

3.0 INSTALLATION

3.1 Since there are many valves and actuator combinations, it is not
practical to include detailed instructions for each type. Mountings
are designed to be as simple as possible to keep guess work out of
installation. Actuators are shipped from the factory with the travel
stops adjusted for approximately ninety degree rotation. Generally
it is necessary to make slight stop adjustments once the actuator is
installed on the valve. Refer to the valve manufacturer's
recommendations for specific requirements. When the valve has
internal stops, the actuator should be adjusted at the same points.
NOTE: The actual "stopping" should be done by the actuator. If the
valve does not have internal stops, adjust the actuator to the full
open position. Using this as a reference point, rotate the valve
closed and adjust to the valve manufacturer's specifications for
total rotation.

3.2 Good instrument practices are also recommended. Clean, dry air or
gas is essential for long service life and satisfactory operation.
It should be noted that new air lines often have scale and other
debris in them. This debris can damage control valves, solenoids,
seals, etc..

4.0 START-UP

4.1 When actuator is first put into service it should be stroked with
pneumatic pressure. This is necessary because the seals and
packings have been stationary, causing them to take a "set".
Therefore, the actuator should be operated through several cycles,
exercising the seals and packings, resulting in a service ready
condition.

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4.2 The actuator speed of operation will be determined by a number of
factors including:

4.2.1 Power supply line length.

4.2.2 Power supply line size.

4.2.3 Power supply line pressure.

4.2.4 Control valve and fitting orifice size.

4.2.5 Torque requirements of the valve.

4.2.6 Size of the actuator.

4.2.7 Setting of speed controls.

4.2.8 Pressure of hydraulic manual override with internal adjustable

speed controls.

4.3 Due to the interaction of these variables it is difficult to
specify a "normal" operating time. Faster operating times may be
obtained by using one or more of the following:

4.3.1 Larger supply lines.

4.3.2 Larger control valve.

4.3.3 Higher supply pressure (not to exceed minimum operating

pressure of actuator or control components).

4.3.4 Quick exhaust valves.

4.4 Slower operating times may be obtained by using flow control valves
to meter the exhaust. Excessive exhaust flow metering may cause
erratic operation. Normally, incoming supply should not be metered.

5.0 OPERATION OF GH BETTIS ACTUATORS

5.1 Controlled Operation:

Controlled operation is accomplished by pressurizing and/or

depressurizing the appropriate cylinder inlet(s) of a double acting
or spring return unit by means of an appropriate control valve. Do
not exceed pressures indicated on actuator nameplate.

5.2 Manual Operation:

All pressure must be vented or equalized on both sides of the power

piston prior to manual operation.

5.2.1 Double Acting Actuator - Hydraulic Manual Override

Rotate the handwheel in the appropriate direction to operate

actuator and valve. Release of the hand-wheel automatically
returns the actuator to controlled operation from pressure
source.

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6.0 MAINTENANCE

6.1 Service Interval

Routine maintenance is generally unnecessary. Every 625 cycles

or five (5) years the actuator should be disassembled, cleaned,
relubricated and all seals and gaskets replaced. It is recommended
that seal kits be ordered approximately three (3) months prior to
scheduled maintenance to assure availability. NOTE: Storage time is
considered as service time.

6.2 Lubrication Requirements - Use Dow Corning Molykote 44 Medium Grade.

6.3 Hydraulic Override Or Power Cylinder Fluid Requirements

6.3.1 Standard and high temperature service (-20 degrees F to 350

degrees F) use Exxon Dexron II Automatic Transmission Fluid.

6.3.2 Low temperature service (-50 degrees F to

150 degrees F) Univis J13 Hydraulic Fluid.

7.0 SPARE PARTS

7.1 For availability of replacement parts, contact GH Bettis or nearest
Bettis authorized representative. Assembly drawings are available
that identify each individual part by a generic number applicable to
each actuator series. It should be remembered when ordering spare
seal kits for shelf storage that the seals are made of resilient
material and have a limited shelf life.

7.2 When ordering replacement parts, it is important to include the
complete actuator model number, part number and serial number. This
information is on the actuator name tag.

7.3 More detailed information concerning your particular application may
be obtained by writing GH Bettis,

P.O. Box 508, Waller, Texas U.S.A. 77484,
Telephone: [phone], Telex: 6868048.