July 2020
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
MAN 573 Rev. 8
Section 2: Installation
2.1
Checks upon Actuator Receipt
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Check that the model, the serial number of the actuator and the technical data reported on
the identification plate correspond with those of order confirmation (Section 1.2).
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Check that the actuator is equipped with the fittings as provided for by order confirmation.
•
Check that the actuator was not damaged during transportation: if necessary renovate the
painting according to the specification reported on the order confirmation.
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If the actuator is received already assembled with the valve, its settings have already been
made at the factory.
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If the actuator is delivered separately from the valve, it is necessary to check, and, if
required, to adjust, the settings of the mechanical stops (Section 3.4) and of micro-switches
(if any) (Section 3.5).
2.2
Actuator Handling
A.
Valve stem with vertical axis:
NOTICE
The lifting and handling should be made by qualified staff and in compliance with the laws and
provisions in force.
!
WARNING
The fastening points are appropriate for the lifting of the actuator alone and not for the
valve + actuator assembly. Avoid that during the handling, the actuator passes above the staff.
The actuator should be handled with appropriate lifting means. The weight of the actuator is
reported on the delivery bill.
For a correct lifting procedure, please refer to following Figures :
Figure 4
1 - 2 = Lifting eyelets
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Section 2: Installation
