
EIM TEC2 Electric Actuator with
Model 500 Quick-Start Guide
(Model 500 Discontinued)
Quick-Start Guide
E2K-210-05-18 Rev. 3
September 2018

Quick-Start Guide
E2K-210-05-18 Rev. 3
Welcome to TEC2
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Welcome to TEC2
The TEC2 actuator’s Local Display Module (LDM) and Remote Display Module (RDM) provide easy-to-read
actuator information.
The screen graphics will display the mode of operation, valve status, position, torque, and alarm symbols.
The message center will display actuator setup options, data entry feedback, and alarm messages.
LED Indicators
Operating
Mode
Moving Status
Display Diagnostic
Once you follow the simple steps outlined in this guide, the actuator will be ready for normal operation.
The bar graph, position digits, icons, and LEDs will indicate the valve status.
Valve Torque
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Welcome to TEC2
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Quick-Start Guide
E2K-210-05-18 Rev. 3
Factory Settings
The actuator has been congured as specied in the order. No further changes should be necessary other than
setting the position limits, and, if network controlled, setting a unique network address. If full data was not
provided when ordering or if changes are needed, see the TEC2 Installation & Operation Manual
(E2K-420-0117), which can be found at www.emerson/eim.
Power Actuator
Verify the voltage rating on the unit nameplate. Connect power to the unit.
Are Position Limits Set?
Does “SET LIMITS BEFORE OPERATING,” “EE%,” and the alarm icon appear, and is the yellow LED
blinking? If so, then position limits have not been set.
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Quick-Start Guide
E2K-210-05-18 Rev. 3
Setting Valve Position Limits Initially
Setting Valve Position Limits Initially
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STOP
2 3 4
YES,
YES
LOCAL
NO,
YES,
NO
Release
quickly.
Place the selector knob in the STOP position. Then toggle the control knob in rapid succession to YES, then
NO, then YES, then NO and release. The Setup icon will be displayed on the display module and “SETUP?” will
be displayed on the message center. Rotate the control knob to “YES.” The message center will display “SET
LIMITS BEFORE OPERATING.” Set position limits as described on the next pages.
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Setting Position Limits for Electrical Operation
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Setting Position Limits for Electrical Operation
STEP 1: CLOSED Valve Position
Quick-Start Guide
E2K-210-05-18 Rev. 3
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LOCAL
Turn the selector knob to the “LOCAL” position. Hold the control knob in the “CLOSE” position until desired
position is reached. Dis-engage motor drive by setting the declutch lever in “HAND” mode.
Using handwheel, move the valve in the open direction for one handwheel turn to allow for motor coasting.
Re-engage motor drive by setting the declutch lever out of “HAND” mode.
Return the selector knob to the “STOP” position. Select “YES” to set new close limit.
2
CLOSE
Hold until
desired
position is
reached.
3
STOP
4
YES
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