THOMSON Electrak 1 Series Operation Manual

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Linear Actuators Limit Switch, & Potentiometer Feedback,

Installation & Operation Manual

Electrak 1 Series / Electromechanical

and Long Life Models

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INTRODUCTION

Danaher has many years of experience designing and manufacturing linear actuators for a wide variety of applications
on combines, school buses, industrial sweepers, vans for the handicapped, and other mobile applications. The Danaher
linear actuator you have purchased is a well designed, high quality unit which will provide consistent, maintenance-free
service throughout its life. When the Electrak 1 is ideallt suited for intermittent duty cycle applications which require
lifting, positioning, sorting, opening, closing, or adjusting, on in-plant or mobile applications.

This manual provides complete information needed to install all Danaher Electrak 1 linear actuators. All of these
products are easy to apply and require no maintenance.

Please follow the instructions provided in this manual carefully to ensure safe, reliable operation. The Application Notes
found on page 5 & 10 are of paramount importance, so be sure to read them care thoroughly before proceeding with
installation. All stated or implied manufacturer’s warranties are voided if this product is not installed and operated in
accordance with these instructions.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Description Page

Other Actuator Products ..........................................................................................

Electrak 1 Actuator with Internal Limit Switches
Long Life Electrak 1 Actuator

Application Notes ....................................................................................................5

Specifications ..........................................................................................................5

Mounting .................................................................................................................6

Electrical Installation ................................................................................................7

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................8

Dimensions ..............................................................................................................9

Electrak 1 Actuator with Poteniometer Feedback

Application Notes ....................................................................................................10

Specifications ..........................................................................................................10

Mounting .................................................................................................................11

Electrical Installation ................................................................................................12

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................13

Dimensions ..............................................................................................................14

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WARRANTY

Danaher warrants that it will repair or replace (whichever it deems
advisable) any product manufactured and sold by it which proves
to be defective in material or workmanship within a period of one (1)
year from the date of original purchase for consumer, commercial
or industrial use.

This warranty extends only to the original purchaser and is not
transferable or assignable without Danaher’s prior consent.

Warranty service can be obtained in the U.S.A. by returning
any defective product, transportation charges prepaid, to the
appropriate Danaher factory. Additional warranty information may
be obtained by writing the Customer Service Department:

Danaher Motion

1300 N. State St.

Marengo, Il. 60152

Phone: [phone]
A purchase receipt or other proof of original purchase will be
required before warranty service is rendered. If found defective
under the terms of this warranty, repair or replacement will be made,
without charge, together with a refund for transportation costs. If
found not to be defective, you will be notified and, without your
consent, the item will be repaired or replaced and returned to you
at your expense.

This warranty covers normal use and does not cover damage or
defect which results from alteration, accident, neglect, or improper
installation, operation, or maintenance. Some states do not allow
limitation on how long an implied warrant lasts, so the above
limitation may not apply to you.

Danaher’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or
replacement of the defective product and in no event shall Danaher
be liable for consequential, indirect, or incidental damages of any
kind incurred by reason of the manufacturer, sale or use of any
defective product. Danaher neither assumes nor authorizes any
other person to give any other warranty or to assume any other
obligation or liability on its behalf.

WITH RESPECT TO CONSUMER USE OF THE PRODUCT, ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH THE CONSUMER MAY HAVE
ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE
OF ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASE. WITH RESPECT TO
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL USES OF THE PRODUCT, THE
FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED BY
OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may
not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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Other Actuator Products

Danaher Motion’s family of actuators offers the right load
capacity, stroke length, and control package for almost
every application. With stroke lengths from 2 to 24 inches,
load ratings from 25 to 1000 lbs., AC or DC models, and
control systems from simple on-off control to sophisti­cated closed loop sensing types, Danaher Motion actuator
systems encompass a broad product range. The actuator
series described on this page are available at your local

Electrak 5

A 115 VAC model for in-plant applications.
Load Ratings: 500 lbs. or 1000 lbs. max.
Stroke Lengths: 4, 8, 12, 18 or 24 inches

Danaher Motion distributor or directly from the address on
the back cover of this manual. Ask for the following catalogs
for more information on these products.

Electrak AC and DC Models: P-786
Electrak 2000 Programmable Actuators: P-1023
Rapidtrak Rodless Actuator Modules: P-958
Linear Ball Bearings and Shafting: P-1039

Electrak 2

Economical, general purpose DC actuator for light loads.
Load Ratings: 250 lbs. max.
Stroke Lengths: 4, 8, or 12 inches
Power Input: 12 VDC

Electrak 10

The outdoor actuators - designed for mobile equipment.
Load Ratings: 500 lbs. or 1000 lbs. max.
Stroke Lengths: 4, 8, or 12 inches
Power Input: 12 or 24 VDC

Electrak 100

DC Actustor with Feedback
Load Ratings: 500 lbs. or 1000 lbs. max.
Stroke Lengths: 4, 8, 12, 18 or 24 inches
Feedback: Internal Potentiometer for Closed Loop Feedback
Limit Switches: Internal Adjustable.

Electrak 205

Extended Life AC Actuator*
Load Ratings: 500 lbs. or 1000 lbs. max.
Stroke Lengths: 4, 8, 12, 18 or 24 inches
Feedback: 10 turn internal potentiometer for closed
loop feedback
Limit Switches: Internal Adjustable

*Unit life to 1,000,000 cycles - for demanding long term
applications

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Controls

The Danaher Motion family of actuator controls provides a choice of separate or combined power supplies and controls
with the manual or automatic controls needed for your application.

MCS-2015

A power supply for use with a remote control station,
photoscanner or programmable controller to run any 24
VDC actuator. 115/230 VAC input, 24 VDC output, thermal
overload protection, fused, power on/off switch.

MCS-2020

A control that can be used with the MCS-2015 or other 12 or
24 VDC power sources. Provides extend, retract, jog, run and
auto return functions. Programmable controller compatible,
12 or 24 VDC input-output.

MCS-2025

Combines the power supply of the MCS-2015 and the
control of the PC compatible MCS 2020 in a single enclosure
for ease of installation and wiring.

MCS-2035

Combines the power supply of the MCS-2015 and the
control of the PC compatible MCS-2030 in one enclosure
for ease of installation and wiring.

MCS-2030

Same as the MCS-2020 but includes an analog meter to
display the position feedback from the Electrak 100.

MCS-2005

A simple control which converts a 120 VAC input to 24 VDC
to operate an Electrak 1 actuator. Rocker switch controls
extend/retract of actuator.

MCS-2041
MCS-2042

Electrak 5 controls which switch both the actuator motor and
anti-coast brake. Rocker switch on control face extends and
retracts actuator. Includes motor run capacitor.

MCS-2041 115 VAC
MCS-2042 230 VAC

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