February 2022
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
VCIOM-15345-EN Rev. 1
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Start-up Procedure
Section 4: Start-up Procedure
4.2
Initial Check of the Unit
4.2.1
Check to ensure all hydraulic tube fittings are tight. Vibration during shipment
may have loosened connections.
4.2.2
Visually inspect the unit to make sure tubing, hand valves, gauges and other
equipment have not been damaged.
4.2.3
Using the Schematic drawing, verify that the Flow Control Valves (7) are fully
opened ((turn stem completely counterclockwise)).
4.2.4
Ensure Manual Bypass Valve (19) (Lockable) is closed.
4.2.5
Ensure Isolation Valve (24) (Accumulator drain) is closed ((if applicable)).
4.2.6
Ensure Isolation Valve (25) (Nitrogen Blow Down and Fill) is closed ((if applicable)).
4.3
Initial Connections
Electrical connections should have been made to the STC (Separate Terminal Chamber).
If power is not connected, follow the instructions under Section 3, Electrical Connections,
before continuing. If an ((optional)) Circuit Breaker Module is provided, ensure it is turned
to OFF.
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CAUTION
Before the actuator is stroked, check to see it has been filled with fluid to the proper level,
see Section 2.7, Hydraulic Fluid.
4.4
Handpump Operation
4.4.1
Check the Reservoir (4) to see the hydraulic fluid is at the proper level.
4.4.2
Close Handpump Isolation Valve (8).
NOTICE
Handpump Isolation Valve (8)
Remove the Protective Cap. Loosen the stem retaining nut by turning counterclockwise.
Using a 5/32” ((4 mm)) hex wrench, turn the stem counterclockwise for open or clockwise
for close.
