Pneumatic Positioner

Electropneumatic Positioner
Type 3760

Type 3760 Positioner

Mounting and
Operating Instructions

EB 8385 EN
Edition July 2012
 Contents

Contents
1 Design and principle of operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 Attachment to actuators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.1 Adjusting the operating direction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.2 Installing the clamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1 Pneumatic connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1.1 Signal pressure indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1.2 Supply pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1.3 Degree of protection IP 65 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.2 Electrical connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.2.1 Switching amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4 Operation – Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.1 Starting point and reference variable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.2 Adjustment for "Actuator stem extends". . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.3 Adjustment for "Actuator stem retracts" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5 Adjusting the limit switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.1 Retrofitting a limit switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6 Converting the positioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
6.1 Conversion from pneumatic p/p to electropneumatic i/p . . . . . . . . 20
6.2 Conversion from electropneumatic i/p to pneumatic p/p . . . . . . . . 21
7 Dimensions in mm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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 Safety instructions

4 The positioner is to be mounted, started up or operated only by trained and

experienced personnel familiar with the product.
According to these Mounting and Operating Instructions, trained personnel re-
fers to 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.
4 Explosion-protected versions of this positioner may only be operated by per-
sonnel who have undergone special training or instructions or who are autho-
rized to work on explosion-protected devices in hazardous areas.
4 Any hazards that could be caused by the process medium, the operating pres-
sure, the signal pressure or by moving parts of the control valve are to be pre-
vented by means of the appropriate measures. If inadmissible motions or for-
ces are produced in the actuator as a result of the supply pressure, the supply
pressure must be restricted by means of a suitable supply pressure reducing
station.
4 Proper shipping and appropriate storage are assumed.

4 Note: The device with a CE marking fulfils the requirements of the Directives
94/9/EC (ATEX) and 89/336/EEC (EMC). The declaration of conformity is
available on request.

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Versions

Positioner Type 3760- X X X X X X

Explosion protection Without 0

II 2G Ex ia IIC T6 acc. to ATEX 1
CSA/FM 3
II 3G Ex nA II T6 acc. to ATEX 8

Additional equipment Without 0

Inductive proximity switches 1

Pneumatic connections G 1
8 1
1
8 NPT 2

Electrical connections Without 0

M20 x 1.5 blue 1
M20 x 1.5 black 2
Connector DIN 43650 3

Reference variable 0.2 to 1 bar/3 to 15 psi 0 0

4 to 20 mA with i/p module 6109 1 1
0 to 20 mA with i/p module 6112 2 2
1 to 5 mA with i/p module 6112 2 3

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 Technical data

0 to 5 mm · 0 to 7.7 mm · 0 to 15 mm
Travel range
(see page 11 for range spring table)
Reference variable pneumatic 0.2 to 1.0 bar (3 to 15 psi)
electric 4 to 20 mA (also 0 to 20 mA with 6112 i/p module) · 1 to 5 mA
Split-range operation Internal resistance at 20 °C
0 to 50 % or 4 to 20 mA: 200 Ω for safe areas · 250 Ω for hazardous areas
50 to 100 % 0 to 20 mA: 200 Ω
with 7.5 and 15 mm travel 1 to 5 mA: 850 Ω
Supply air 1.4 to 6 bar (20 to 90 psi)
Signal pressure 0 to 6 bar (0 to 90 psi)
Characteristic Linear, deviation from terminal-based conformity ≤ 1.5 %
Direction of action Reversible
Hysteresis ≤ 0.5 %
Sensitivity ≤ 0.1 %
Steady-state air consumption ≤ 100 ln/h at 0.6 bar signal pressure and supply pressure up to 6 bar
Air output capacity At ∆p 1.4 bar: 1600 ln/h · At ∆p 6 bar: 5000 ln/h
Transit times with Type 3277 Actuator
(15 mm travel, 0.2 to 1 bar signal 120 cm²: ≤ 2 s · 240 cm²: ≤ 6 s · 350 cm²: ≤ 8 s
pressure)
–20 to +70 °C
Down to –30 °C with metal cable gland
Down to –40 °C with metal cable gland and Type 6112 i/p Converter
Permissible ambient temperature
Limits in test certificates additionally apply for explosion-protected devices.
–40 to +70 °C for Type 3760-00x000 Pneumatic Positioner without inducti-
ve limit switch
Temperature: zero point: ≤ 0.03 %/°C · Span: ≤ 0.03 %/°C
Influence Vibrations: between 5 and 120 Hz as well as 2 g ≤ 0.5 %
Supply air: ≤ 0.6 %/1 bar
Requirements specified in EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3 and EN 61326-1
Electromagnetic compatibility
fulfilled
Variable position when turned 180° < 3.5 %
Degree of protection IP 54 (IP 65 with filter check valve, refer to accessories)
Weight Approx. 0.6 kg
Materials Housing: polyamide · External parts: stainless steel
Additional electrical equipment
Inductive limit switch Type SJ2-SN
Control circuit Values corresponding to downstream switching amplifier
Hysteresis at rated travel ≤1%

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 Design and principle of operation

1 Design and principle of The operating direction of the signal pres-

operation sure, either increasing >> or <> decreasing
when the input signal increases, depends on
The pneumatic or electropneumatic the position of the booster which can be ro-
positioner ensures a preselected assignment tated by 180°.
of the valve stem position (controlled vari- A change in either the input signal or the
able x) to the control signal (reference vari- valve position causes a pressure change in
able w). the booster. The output pressure pst of the
The input signal received from a control unit booster moves the plug stem to a position
is compared to the travel of the control corresponding with the given control signal
valve, and a corresponding pneumatic sig- (reference variable).
nal pressure (output variable) is produced. The adjustment screws for ZERO (5) and
The positioner mainly consists of a pneu- SPAN (8) are used to adjust the lower and
matic unit including a clamp (10), range upper range value of the input signal.
spring (7), diaphragm lever (4) and a The range spring (7) must be chosen to
booster (12) with a double plug (13). match both the rated valve travel and the
The electropneumatic positioner is addition- nominal span of the reference variable.
ally equipped with an electropneumatic con-
verter (2).
The positioner is designed for direct attach-
ment to SAMSON Type 3277 Actuators.
The control signal from the control unit, pro-
vided it is a pneumatic signal, is applied di-
rectly to the measuring diaphragm (3) as
pressure signal pe. Whereas a DC current
input signal in the range of 4 to 20 mA, for
example, is directly passed on to the
electropneumatic converter (i/p converter),
where it is converted into a proportional
pressure signal pe.
The pressure signal pe produces a force on
the measuring diaphragm (3), which is bal-
anced by the force of the range spring (7).
The deflection of the diaphragm (3) causes
the diaphragm lever (4) to move. The double
plug (13) in the booster (12) follows this mo-
tion, producing a signal pressure pst.

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 Design and principle of operation

Zero

1 2 i 3 4 5 6 7

Travel
Supply

pe

14

Booster
direction of action >>

13 12 11 10 9 8
Span
pst

1 Pressure regulator
2 i/p converter
3 Measuring spring
pe 4 Diaphragm lever
5 Adjustment screw for
pst zero
6 Lever
Booster
7 Range spring
direction of action <>
8 Adjustment screw for
span
9 Clamping screw
10 Clamp
11 Rotary axis
12 Booster
14 13 Double plug
14 Screw

Fig. 1 · Functional diagram

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 Attachment to actuators

2 Attachment to actuators In this case, the signal pressure must be

routed from the signal pressure connection
The positioner is attached directly to the ac- (output) to the actuator using a connecting
tuator yoke using the two screws inside the plate. The switchover plate is no longer
housing. The rubber profile serves as a seal used.
between positioner housing and yoke.
The following accessories are required to Note: Switchover and connecting plates are
mount the positioner: clamp, cover plate and accessories for the 120 cm² actuator. For
a plug with seal. details, see table on page 12.
The required mounting kit is listed in the ta-
ble on page 12. For attachment to 240 and 350 cm² actua-
For attachment to 120 cm² actuators tors (Fig. 2), the signal pressure must be
(Fig. 3), remove the filter installed in the side supplied to the signal pressure connection of
signal pressure connection. The connection the actuator using the appropriate hook-up.
(output 36) must be sealed by a plug with The required hook-up kit is listed in the table
seal (see accessories). on page 12.

The signal pressure is routed over the signal Furthermore, the signal pressure hole on the
pressure hole at the back of the housing di- back of the positioner housing has to be
rectly through the yoke into the associated sealed. To do so, remove the screw installed
diaphragm chamber. in the hole below the signal pressure hole
(parking position) and screw it into the sig-
When attaching the positioner to the yoke, nal pressure hole (see Fig. 3).
make sure that the seal containing a filter is
installed in the side hole of the yoke.
2.1 Determinng the direction of
How the signal pressure is supplied to the action
actuator depends on whether the positioner
is attached on the left or right side of the The positioner's direction of action also de-
yoke. For this purpose, the corresponding termines its attachment position on the actu-
symbol on the switchover plate must be ator, either on the left or right side of the
aligned with the mark (point) on the yoke. yoke as illustrated in Figs. 3 and 2. The po-
sition of the booster (12) must be arranged
If, in addition to the positioner, a solenoid
accordingly on the positioner.
valve or a similar device is to be attached to
the actuator, the signal pressure hole at the When the input signal (reference variable)
back of the positioner housing must be increases, the signal pressure pst may either
sealed. To do so, remove the screw installed increase (direct action >>) or decrease (re-
(parking position) in the hole below the sig- verse action <>). The same applies when the
nal pressure hole and screw it into the signal input signal decreases. For direct action >>,
pressure hole. the signal pressure decreases, whereas it in-
creases for reverse action <>.

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 Attachment to actuators

Switchover plate

Hole for signal

pressure
Screw
(parking position)

Seal with
filter

Symbol
Marking
Actuator stem extends Actuator stem retracts

Attachment: Left Right Left Right

Direction of action: >> <> <> >>
Fig. 3 · Signal pressure connection using a switchover plate for 120 cm²

Vent plug Signal pressure connection with hook-up for

with filter check valve for IP 65 240 and 350 cm²

output 36
pst

Actuator stem extends Actuator stem retracts

Direction of action >> Direction of action <> Direction of action <> Direction of action >>
Left attachment Right attachment Left attachment Right attachment

Fig. 2 · Mounting position of positioner with 240 and 350 cm² actuators

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 Attachment to actuators

The symbols indicating the direction of that the clamp is aligned at an exact
action are marked on the booster. The de- right angle.
sired symbol must be aligned with the arrow
3. Hook up the range spring between the
stamped on the positioner housing.
lever of the clamp and the SPAN adjust-
If the indicated symbol does not correspond ment screw, placing it in the outer
with the required direction of action, pro- groove with 5 and 6 mm travel and in
ceed as follows: remove the mounting screw the inner groove with 10.5 and 12 mm
and booster. Rotate booster by 180°, rein- travel. Turn ZERO adjustment screw to
stall it and fasten it with the screw. slightly tension the spring.
The range spring of the positioner is as-
Note: If the adjusted direction of action of signed to different travels and input ranges
an attached positioner must be changed at a which must be selected according to the ta-
later stage, the mounting positions of the ble on page 11. The range springs are
booster and positioner on the valve must be color-coded.
changed as well.
Adjust the positioner before closing the actu-
ator yoke with the cover plate (see
Attachment on the left or right side specifies section 4).
that, when looking onto the switchover plate
or the signal pressure connection, the When making adjustments during op-
positioner must be secured on either the eration, the actuator is under pres-
right or left side of the actuator yoke. The sure. The moving actuator stem can
signal pressure output (output 36) of the cause severe injuries to hands and
positioner must point to the front towards the fingers.
connections (Fig. 2). Always use tools when working on
the clamp and range spring!
2.2 Mounting the clamp
After attaching the positioner to the yoke,
the clamp must be secured to the actuator
stem on the opposite side (Fig. 4).
1. Insert the clamp in the yoke next to the
actuator stem (for 120 cm² actuators, tilt
by 90° prior to inserting it).
2. Plug the clamp onto the actuator stem
and secure it with the clamping screw.
Make sure that the clamping screw rests
in the groove of the actuator stem and

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Clamping screw

Span
adjuster

Range
spring

Zero
adjuster

Span
adjuster

Fig. 4 · Mounting the clamp

Range spring Color coding Reference Travel Order no.

variable

0...100 % 12/15
1 Yellow 0...50 % 6/7.5 1400-6892
50...100 % 6/7.5

2 Red 0...100 % 6/7.5 1400-6893

3 Green 0...50 % 12/15 1400-6894

4 Blue 50...100 % 12/15 1400-6895

5 White 0...100 % 5 1400-6896

6 Brown 0...100 % 20 1400-6975

0...50 % 5
7 Black 1400-6976
50...100 % 5

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Attachment to actuators

Accessories Order no.

Mounting kit 120 cm² actuator 240 and 350 cm² actuators
(clamp and cover plate) 1400-6898 1400-6899

Hook-up kit with 6 x 1 mm pipe for 240 and 350 cm² actuators

Actuator stem extends Actuator stem retracts

Actuator
Left attachment Right attachment Left attachment Right attachment

Zinc coated 1400-6919 1400-6921 1400-6923

240 cm²
Stainless steel 1400-6920 1400-6922 1400-6924

Zinc coated 1400-6919 1400-6925 1400-6927

350 cm²
Stainless steel 1400-6920 1400-6926 1400-6928

Mounting kit Pressure gauge for signal pressure (output) for version without hook-up 1400-6900

Mounting kit Pressure gauge for signal pressure (output) for version with hook-up for 6 mm 1400-6900
pipe diameter
Additional tee piece (CrNiMo steel) 8582-0721
Additional pipe socket (CrNiMo steel) 8582-3330

Switchover plate (old) for actuator 3277-5xxxxxx.00 (old) 1400-6819

Switchover plate (new) for actuator 3277-5xxxxxx.01

Accessories for 1400-6822
(new)

Connecting plate (old) G 18 1400-6820

Type 3277-5 Actuator (120 cm²) for actuator 3277-5xxxxxx.00 (old) 1NPT
8 1400-6821

Connecting plate (new) for actuator 3277-5xxxxxx.01

1400-6823
(new)

Note: Actuators with model index 01 can only be used with new switchover or connecting plates.
Old and new plates are not interchangeable!

Cable glands M20 x 1.5

Plastic, black 8808-1011
Plastic, blue 8808-1012
Metal cable gland down to –40 °C 1890-4875
Adapter M20 x 1.5 to 12 NPT, powder-coated aluminum 0310-2149

Filter check valve Replaces vent plug (Fig. 2) and increases the degree of protection to IP 65 1790-7408

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 Connections

3 Connections nameplate; the direction of action is speci-

fied by a symbol.
3.1 Pneumatic connections
Actuator stem extends:
The pneumatic connections are designed as Fail-safe action "valve CLOSED"
1 1
8-18 NPT or ISO 228/1-G 8 tapped holes. (with globe and angle valves)
The supply input (SUPPLY 9) is fitted with a
Required supply pressure = upper bench
filter to clean impure air. The filter is fixed
range value + 0.2 bar, at least 1.4 bar.
on a support and can be removed using a
screwdriver for cleaning or replacement, if
Actuator stem retracts:
necessary (filter order no. 1400-6897).
Fail-safe action "valve OPEN"
The customary male fittings for metal and (with globe and angle valves)
copper pipes or plastic hoses can be used.
The required supply pressure for tight-clos-
ing valves is roughly calculated from the
Note: The supply air must be dry and free of equation for the maximum signal pressure
oil and dust. pstmax:
Observe maintenance instructions of up- d 2 ⋅ π ⋅∆p
stream pressure reducing stations. pstmax = F + bar
4⋅A
Thoroughly blow out all air lines before con-
nection.
d = seat diameter [cm]
∆p = differential pressure at the valve [bar]
3.1.1 Signal pressure indication A = effective diaphragm area [cm²]
F = upper bench range value of the
To precisely adjust the positioner, we recom- actuator
mend attaching a pressure gauge to the
positioner to measure the signal pressure
If no values are specified, calculate as fol-
(OUTPUT 36).
lows:
The attachment kit is listed in the accessories
Required supply pressure = upper bench
table on page 12.
range value + 1 bar

3.1.2 Supply pressure 3.1.3 Degree of protection IP 65

The required supply pressure depends on
To increase the degree of protection from
the bench range and the direction of action
IP 54 to IP 65, replace the vent plug on the
(fail-safe action) of the actuator.
actuator casing with the filter check valve
The bench range is indicated as spring (accessories). For details, see Fig. 2.
range or signal pressure range on the

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 Connections

3.2 Electrical connections Selecting cables and wires:

Observe Clause 12 of EN 60079-14: 2008

For electrical installation, observe the (VDE 0165 Part 1) when installing intrinsi-
relevant electrotechnical regulations cally safe circuits. The Subclause 12.2.2.7
and the accident prevention regula- applies when running multi-core cables con-
tions that apply in the country of use. taining more than one intrinsically safe cir-
The following regulations apply to mounting cuit.
and installation in hazardous areas:
In particular, the radial thickness of the con-
EN 60079-14: 2008 Explosive atmo-
ductor insulation for common insulation ma-
spheres – Part 14: Electrical installations
terials, such as polyethylene, must have a
design, selection and erection (or
minimum radial thickness of 0.2 mm.
VDE 0165 Part 1).
The diameter of an individual wire in a
fine-stranded conductor must not be smaller
CAUTION! than 0.1 mm. Protect the conductor ends
– Adhere to the terminal assignment! against splicing, e.g. by using wire-end fer-
– Switching the assignment of the electrical rules.
terminals may cause the explosion pro-
tection to become ineffective! When two separate cables are used for con-
– Do not loosen enameled screws in or on nection, an additional cable gland can be
the housing. installed.
– The maximum permissible values speci- Seal cable entries left unused with plugs.
fied in the national EC type examination
certificates apply when interconnecting Devices used at ambient temperatures be-
intrinsically safe electrical equipment (Ui low –20 °C must be fitted with metal cable
or Uo; Ii or Io; Pi or Po; Ci or Co, and Li or glands.
Lo).

+ – +11 –12 + – Connection with

4

connector 2
1
(DIN 43650)
3

Switching amplifier Control signa Switching amplifier

EN 60947-5-6 mA EN 60947-5-6
Conn-
Terminal
Limit switch ector
Limit switch
Electropneumatic version 1 +11
Pneumatic version i/p converter
2 –11
3 +
Limit switch
Fig. 5 · Terminal connections 4 –

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Equipment for use in zone 2/zone 22 4 Operation – Adjustment

In equipment operated with type of protec-
tion Ex nA II (non-sparking equipment) ac- 4.1 Starting point and reference
cording to EN 60079-15: 2003, circuits variable
may be connected, interrupted or switched
while energized only during installation, The built-in range spring of the positioner is
maintenance or repair. assigned to the rated valve travel and the in-
put signal (reference variable), as specified
Cable entries in the range spring table on page 11.
Normally, the reference variable span is
For electropneumatic positioner versions,
100 % = 0.8 bar or 16 mA.
connect the reference variable lines to the
terminals +11 and –12 using the cable A smaller span of, for example, 50 % =
gland. 0.4 bar or 8 mA is only required for
split-range operation (Fig. 6).
Versions with limit switch require their elec-
tric lines to be connected to the terminals + The span can be changed by replacing the
and –. range spring.
Cable glands are available as accessories. When making adjustments on the positioner,
For details, see table on page 12. the travel must be adapted to the input sig-
nal (reference variable) and vice versa.
3.2.1 Switching amplifier With an input signal of, for example, 0.2 to
1 bar or 4 to 20 mA, the valve must travel
For operation of the inductive limit switch, a
through its full range, i.e. from 0 to 100 %.
switching amplifier must be connected in the
output circuit. For installation in hazardous
areas, observe the relevant regulations.

100% 100%
Open Open
<> << <> <<
Travel Travel

Closed Closed
Valve 1 Valve 2
0% 0%
0.2 1 bar 0.2 0.6 1 bar
4 20 mA 4 12 20 mA
Reference variable
Input signal Dead band
Fig. 6 · Normal and split-range operation

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 Operation – Adjustment

The starting point (zero) in this case is 0.2 4.2 Adjustment for actuator with
bar or 4 mA, the upper range value is 1 bar fail-safe action "Actuator
or 20 mA.
stem extends"
In split-range operation, the controller output
signal intended to actuate two control valves
NOTICE
is split into half to allow each valve to pass
To ensure that the full closing force can be
through its entire travel range at one half of
effective at the control valve, the diaphragm
the signal range (e.g. first valve adjusted to
chamber must be completely vented when
0.2 to 0.6 bar or 4 to 12 mA, and the sec-
reaching the lower range value (direction of
ond valve adjusted to 0.6 to 1 bar or 12 to
action >>) or the upper range value (direc-
20 mA).
tion of action <> ) of the reference variable.
To avoid any crossing-over, allow for a
dead band of ± 0.05 bar or ± 0.5 mA as
shown in Fig. 6. Therefore, set the input signal to a slightly
increased starting point of approx. 0.23 bar
The starting point (zero) is adjusted at the (4.5 mA) when the direction of action is di-
ZERO adjustment screw (5). The reference rect >>, and to a slightly lowered starting
variable span, and thus the upper range point of 0.97 bar (19.5 mA) when the direc-
value is adjusted at the SPAN adjustment tion of action is reverse <>.
screw (8).
This applies in particular to controllers and
4 In a pneumatic positioner, connect an air control systems whose output signal is lim-
source providing max. 1.5 bar to the ited to a range of 4 to 20 mA.
positioner input (IN SIGNAL 27) via a
remote adjuster and a pressure gauge. Starting point (zero)
4 In an electropneumatic positioner, con- e.g. 0.23 bar (4.5 mA)
nect an ammeter to the terminals +11
and –12. 1. Turn ZERO adjustment screw (5) until
4 Connect compressed air to the supply in- the plug stem just begins to move from
put (SUPPLY 9); also see section 3.1.2. its resting position (observe plug stem at
the travel indicator).
2. Decrease input signal and increase
again slowly. Check whether the plug
stem starts moving at a starting point of
0.23 bar (4.5 mA) and correct it, if nec-
essary.

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Upper range value (travel) 4.3 Adjustment for actuator with

e.g. 1 bar (20 mA) fail-safe action "Actuator
3. After the starting point has been ad- stem retracts"
justed, increase input signal.
The plug stem must stand still at an up- NOTICE
per range value of exactly 1 bar For actuator version "Actuator stem re-
(20 mA). It must have passed through tracts", the diaphragm chamber must be
100 % travel (observe the travel indica- loaded with a pressure that is sufficient to
tor on the valve!). If the upper range tightly close the valve, even when upstream
value does not correlate, correct it by pressure of the plant prevails.
adjusting the SPAN adjustment screw The upper range value of the reference vari-
(8). able must be 1 bar or 20 mA (direct direc-
Turning the screw towards the fulcrum of tion of action >>) and the lower input range
the lever increases the travel, whereas value must be 0.2 bar or 4 mA (reverse di-
turning it away reduces the travel. rection of action <>).

Note: Make sure that the range spring (7) is The required signal pressure is roughly cal-
in the upright position for adjustment. If nec- culated in the same way as the required
essary, hook the spring at another point on supply pressure according to the equation in
the lever (6). section 3.1.2 on page 13.

Starting point (zero)

NOTICE
e.g. 1 bar (20 mA)
If you change the span, the zero point must
be readjusted as well. 1. Adjust input signal to 1 bar (20 mA) us-
ing the remote adjuster (ammeter).

4. Check upper range value again. 2. Turn ZERO adjustment screw (5) until
Readjust both values until they are cor- the plug stem just starts to move from its
rect. initial position.
3. Increase input signal and slowly reduce
it to 1 bar (20 mA). Check if the plug
stem begins to move at exactly 1 bar
(20 mA).
4. Correct any deviations using the ZERO
adjustment screw (5).

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Upper range value (travel)

NOTICE
e.g. 0.2 bar (4 mA)
After adjusting the positioner, close the actu-
5. After the starting point has been ad- ator yoke with the cover plate.
justed, set the input signal to 0.2 bar Make sure that the vent plug in the cover
(4 mA) at the remote adjuster (amme- plate is directed downwards when the con-
ter). The plug stem must stand still at an trol valve is installed in the plant to prevent
upper range value of exactly 0.2 bar condensed water from collecting in the
(4 mA). It must have passed through positioner.
100 % travel (observe the travel indica-
tor on the valve!).
6. If the upper range value does not corre-
late, correct it using the SPAN adjust-
ment screw (8).
Turning the screw towards the fulcrum of
the lever increases the travel, whereas
turning it away reduces the travel.

NOTICE
If you change the span, the zero point must
be readjusted as well.

7. Check upper range value again. Read-

just both values until they are correct.
8. When you have completed the correc-
tion work, adjust input signal to 1 bar
(20 mA) again.
9. Turn ZERO adjustment screw (5) again
until the required signal pressure (sec-
tion 3.1.2 on page 13) is indicated on a
pressure gauge installed in the signal
pressure line.
If no pressure gauge is available, adjust
the starting point to 0.97 bar
(19.5 mA).

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5 Adjusting the limit switch The terminal used to connect the limit switch
(41/42 or 51/52) can be written on the ad-
The positioner version 3760-X1XXXX is hesive function label inside the positioner
equipped with an inductive limit switch to cover.
signal, for example, a travel end position.
Mark the adjusted switching function, i.e.
The travel of the plug stem is transmitted to switching at either open or closed valve on
the metal tag of the proximity switch over the other label.
the pin (5) and lever (3).
For operation of the inductive limit switch, a
switching amplifier (section 3.2.1) must be
connected to the output circuit.
Normally, the limit switch is adjusted to pro-
vide a signal when the valve has reached
one of its end positions. However, you may
also adjust to signal intermediate travel po-
sitions.

Adjusting the switching point:

Prior to adjusting the limit switch, the start-

ing point and upper range value of the
positioner need to be adjusted.
1. The yellow switching point indicator (7)
must be within the area of the notch
mark (6). If this is not the case, turn ad-
justment screw (4).
2. Move control valve to the desired
switching position. Turn adjustment
screw (4) until the switching point is
reached. This will be indicated by the
switching amplifier.
The switching element and the levers re-
quired to operate it are slightly sensitive to
temperature changes. To ensure reliable
switching, both the switching hysteresis and
the displacement of the switching point due
to temperature fluctuations need to be taken
into account when adjusting the positioner.

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 Adjusting the limit switch

5.1 Retrofitting a limit switch 2. Install support plate (8) on the aluminum
plate adjacent to the terminal base using
For installation of a limit switch in an i/p two screws.
positioner (model index .02 and higher;
3. Attach positioner to the actuator.
model index .00 and .01 without explosion
protection) at a later date, a retrofit kit (or- 4. Fix bracket with pin (5) on the clamp at-
der no. 1400-8803) is required. tached to the actuator stem and secure it
with screws. Make sure that the pin (5)
To retrofit the limit switch, the positioner
is located in the recess of the operating
must be removed from the actuator.
lever (3).
1. Connect the plug of the proximity switch
5. Connect the switching amplifier to the
cable to the plug connection (2) located
terminals + and – using cable glands or
on the PCB.
connectors.
6. Refer to section 5 for adjustment.

4
5
6
1 Terminal base with PCB
7 2 Connector
8 3 Operating lever
4 Adjustment screw
5 Pin
6 Notch mark
7 Switching point indicator
8 Support plate

Fig. 7 · Limit switch, for positioner with left attachment (for right attachment, drawing turned by 180°)

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 Converting the positioner

6 Converting the positioner Remove plug (1) from the housing and
replace it with a cable gland or plug
The positioner can be converted from a connector.
pneumatic to an electropneumatic positioner
3. Undo both mounting screws in the
and vice versa using a conversion kit.
housing. Remove connecting plate (2)
In addition to the conversion kit listed in the with seal (3).
table on page 21, an i/p module may be
4. Unscrew PCB from the terminal base.
required.
5. Insert connecting cable included in the
6.1 Conversion from pneumatic retrofit kit through the terminal base into
the housing.
p/p to electropneumatic i/p
6. Push blue connector into the middle con-
1. Remove screw joint (4) installed in the nection. Connect other end to the i/p
control signal input (IN SIGNAL 27). Re- module (for i/p module 6109, connec-
place it with the plug with seal included tor with blue – and green +; for i/p
in the retrofit kit. module 6112, terminal with blue – and
2. green +).

5
1

6
3
2
3

1 Plug 7
2 Connecting plate
3 Seal
4 Screw joint
5 Cable gland
6 Connector with 4
6109 i/p module
7 i/p module 8
8 Plug

Fig. 8 · Converting the positioner

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7. Fasten i/p module in the housing using 3. Seal holes in the bottom of the housing
the two screws. Make sure that the seal using the connecting plate (2) contain-
(3) with the restriction is properly posi- ing the seal (3). Make sure that the plate
tioned in the module. The restriction is installed in the correct position (see
must be located over the right bore hole Fig. 8).
of the housing (looking from above), see
4. Unscrew PCB from the terminal base.
Fig. 8.
Remove blue connector and pull out the
connecting cable.
6.2 Conversion from electrop-
5. Reinstall PCB on the terminal base using
neumatic i/p to pneumatic
screws.
p/p
1. Remove plug (8) with seal installed in
the control signal input (IN SIGNAL 27).
Replace it with an appropriate screw
gland (5) with G 18 or 18 NPT thread.
2. Remove mounting screws. After discon-
necting the electrical connections, take
i/p module (7) out of the housing.

Conversion and retrofit kits Order numbers

Pneumatic to electropneumatic conversion

With Type 6109 i/p module 1)
(model index 01 or higher)

Without limit switch Order no. 1400-6988

4 to 20 mA without explosion protection 6109-0010
With limit switch Order no. 1400-6904

Pneumatic to electropneumatic conversion 1)

With Type 6112 i/p module
(model index 01 or higher)

4 to 20 mA without explosion protection 6112-041110

Without limit switch Order no. 1400-6989
or

With limit switch Order no. 1400-6906 0 to 20 mA without explosion protection 6112-042110

Electropneumatic to pneumatic conversion 1400-6931

Retrofitting electrical connection with connector

1400-6902
acc. to DIN EN 175301 - AF3-Pg 11

1) The required i/p module with the model number written in bold must be ordered separately. It is not included
in the conversion kit.

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 Dimensions in mm

7 Dimensions in mm

110 29 121
M20 x 1.5

27

IN. SIGNAL

36
84
Ø40

SUPPLY
9
Pressure gauge
35 for signal pressure 17
48
OUTPUT
36
Pneumatic connections
G 18 or 18 NPT
38

Connector acc. to
DIN 43650
128

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