Warning
The electronic parts of the F02 and all the optional
modules can be damaged by a discharge of static
electricity. Before you start, touch a grounded
metal surface to discharge any static electricity.
1 General safety
instructions
1.1 intended use
the f02 electric actuators covered in this
instruction and operating Manual are designed
for the operation of any kind of quarter-turn
industrial valves (i.e., ball, butterfly, plug
and control valves) used in a wide range of
applications ranging from heavy industrial,
chemical, petrochemical plants, waterworks,
water pipelines, waste paper plants and power
plants to food, brewing and heating, ventilation,
air conditioning, etc.
Biffi will not be liable for any possible damage
or physical injury resulting from use in other
than the designated applications or by lack of
care during installation, operation, adjustment
and maintenance of the machine. such risks
lie entirely with the user. Depending on
the specific working conditions, additional
precautions may be requested.
considering that Biffi has no direct control
over particular applications, operation or
maintenance conditions, it is the operator’s
responsibility to comply with all applicable
safety rules.
Please inform Biffi urgently if you face unsafe
situations not described in this ioM. it is the
sole responsibility of the operator to ensure
that the local health and safety regulations are
adhered to.
f02 are tested according to en 21680. noise
level is less than 65 dB (grade a) at 1 m
distance.
f02 electric actuators are designed in
accordance with the applicable international
rules and specifications, but the following
regulations must be observed in any case:
• the general and safety regulations
• the plant specific regulations and
requirements
• the proper use of personal and protective
devices (glasses, clothing, gloves, etc.)
• the proper use of tools, lifting and transport
equipment
• electrical installation, use and maintenance
on f02 has to be carried out in accordance
with the national legislation and statutory
requirement related to the safe use of f02
actuators, applicable to the site of installation
• should further information and guidance
related to the safe use of f02 actuators is
requested, please contact Biffi
index
1 General safety instructions ......................... 1
2 Machine description .................................... 4
3 storage end pre-installation ....................... 6
4 installation .................................................... 7
5 lubrication ................................................. 14
6 actuator setting and configuration ........... 14
7 Maintenance and trouble-shooting .......... 20
8 Decommissioning ...................................... 21
9 Parts list and drawings.............................. 21
Warning
It is assumed that the installation, configuration,
commissioning, maintenance and repair works
are carried out by qualified personnel and
checked by responsible specialists.
Warning
Any repair work, other than the operations
outlined in this manual, is strictly reserved to
qualified Biffi personnel or to personnel directly
authorized by the company itself.
Biffi
f02 quarter-turn electric actuator
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