Positioner 3730-1

Series 3730
Type 3730-1 Electropneumatic Positioner
Type 3730-1
Mounting and
Operating Instructions
EB 8384-1 EN (1300-1610)
Firmware version 2.20
Edition August 2016
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Definition of signal words
DANGER! NOTICE
Hazardous situations which, if not Property damage message or mal-
avoided, will result in death or seri- function
ous injury
Note:
WARNING!  Additional information
Hazardous situations which, if not
avoided, could result in death or seri-
Tip:
ous injury
Recommended action
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Contents
1 Important safety instructions...........................................................................6

2 Article code...................................................................................................7
3 Design and principle of operation...................................................................8
3.1 Technical data.............................................................................................. 10
4 Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories................. 14
4.1 Direct attachment.......................................................................................... 16
4.1.1 Type 3277-5 Actuator................................................................................... 16
4.1.2 Type 3277 Actuator...................................................................................... 18
4.2 Attachment according to IEC 60534-6............................................................20
4.3 Attachment according to VDI/VDE 3847........................................................22
4.4 Attachment to Type 3510 Micro-flow Valve.....................................................28
4.5 Attachment to rotary actuators.......................................................................30
4.5.3 Heavy-duty version.......................................................................................32
4.6 Reversing amplifier for double-acting actuators...............................................34
4.6.1 Reversing amplifier (1079-1118 or 1079-1119)..................................................34
4.7 Attaching positioners with stainless steel housings............................................36
4.8 Air purging function for single-acting actuators...............................................36
4.9 Required mounting parts and accessories.......................................................37
5 Connections................................................................................................. 41
5.1 Pneumatic connections.................................................................................. 41
5.1.1 Signal pressure gauges................................................................................. 41
5.1.2 Supply pressure............................................................................................ 41
5.1.3 Signal pressure (output).................................................................................42
5.2 Electrical connections....................................................................................42
5.2.4 Switching amplifier........................................................................................45
6 Operation....................................................................................................45
6.1 Operating controls........................................................................................45
6.2 Volume restriction Q.....................................................................................46
7 Start-up.......................................................................................................47
7.1 Adjusting the volume restriction Q..................................................................47
7.2 Adapting the display direction.......................................................................48
7.3 Defining the fail-safe position.........................................................................48
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Contents
7.4 Setting other parameters...............................................................................48

7.5 Initialization..................................................................................................50
7.6 Faults...........................................................................................................51
7.7 Zero calibration............................................................................................52
7.8 Reset............................................................................................................52
7.9 Manual mode...............................................................................................53
8 Code list......................................................................................................54
9 Maintenance................................................................................................59
10 Servicing explosion-protected devices...........................................................59
11 Dimensions in mm........................................................................................60
11.1 Fixing levels according to VDI/VDE 3845 (September 2010)............................63
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Firmware revisions
2.02 (old) 2.10 (new)
New reset function in Code P0 (see section 7.8)
New manual adjustment function in Code P14 (see section 7.9)
2.10 (old) 2.11 (new)
Internal revisions
2.11 (old) 2.12 (new)
Internal revisions
2.12 (old) 2.20 (new)
Parameter codes changed (see section 8 on page 54)
EB 8384-1 EN 5

Important safety instructions
1 Important safety instructions

For your own safety, follow these instructions concerning the mounting, start up and opera-
tion of the positioner:
−− The device is to be mounted, started up or operated only by trained and experienced
personnel familiar with the product. According to these mounting and operating instruc-
tions, trained personnel is referred to as 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.
−− Explosion-protected versions of this device are to be operated only by personnel who has
undergone special training or instructions or who is authorized to work on explosion-pro-
tected devices in hazardous areas. See section 10.
−− Any hazards that could be caused in the valve by the process medium, the signal pres-
sure or by moving parts are to be prevented by taking appropriate precautions.
−− If inadmissible motions or forces are produced in the pneumatic actuator as a result of
the supply pressure level, it must be restricted using a suitable supply pressure reducing
station.
To avoid damage to any equipment, the following also applies:
−− Do not operate the positioner with the back of the positioner/vent opening facing up-
wards.The vent opening must not be sealed when the positioner is installed on site.
Vent opening
−− Proper shipping and storage are assumed.

−− Do not ground electric welding equipment near to the positioner.
Note:
 The device with a CE marking fulfills the requirements of the Directive 94/9/EC and
the Directive 2004/108/EC.
The Declaration of Conformity is available on request.
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Article code
2 Article code
Positioner Type 3730-1 x x 0000000x 00x 000
With LCD and autotune,
Set point 4 to 20 mA, two software limit contacts
Explosion protection
Without 0
ATEX: II 2G Ex ia IIC T6 Gb; II 2D Ex tb IIIC T80°C Db IP66 1
FM/CSA: 3
Class I, Zone 0 AEx ia IIC; Class I, II, III, Div.1, Groups A–G;
Class I, Div.2, Groups A–D; Class II, Div.2, Groups F, G/
Ex ia IIC T6; Class I, Zone 0; Class II, Groups E–G; Ex nA II T6; Class I, Zone 2;
Class I, Div.2, Groups A–D; Class II, Div.2, Groups E–G
ATEX: II 3G Ex nA II T6 Gc, II 3G Ex ic IIC T6 Gc; II 3D Ex tc IIIC IP66 Dc T80°C 8
Option: Inductive limit contact
Without 0
With SJ2-SN proximity switch (NC contact) 1
With SJ2-S1N proximity switch (NO contact) 02
Housing material
Aluminum (standard) 0
Stainless steel 1.4581 1
Special application
Without 0
Version compatible with paint 1
Exhaust air port with ¼ NPT thread, back of positioner sealed 2
Special version
Without 000
EB 8384-1 EN 7

Design and principle of operation
3 Design and principle of oper- of the valve to the microcontroller (5).
ation The PD controller (3) compares this actual

position to the 4 to 20 mA DC control signal
The electropneumatic positioner is mounted after it has been converted by the A/D con-
on pneumatic control valves and is used to verter (4).
assign the valve position (controlled variable In case of a system deviation, the activation
x) to the control signal (set point w). The po- of the i/p module (6) is changed so that the
sitioner compares the electric control signal actuator of the control valve (1) is pressur-
of a control system to the travel or opening ized or vented accordingly over the down-
angle of the control valve and issues a signal stream booster (7). This causes the valve
pressure (output variable y) for the pneumat- plug to move to the position determined by
ic actuator. the set point.
The positioner is designed depending on The supply air is supplied to the booster and
which accessories are selected either for di- the pressure regulator (8). An intermediate
rect attachment to SAMSON Type 3277 Ac- flow regulator (9) with fixed settings is used
tuators or for attachment to actuators ac- to purge the positioner and, at the same
cording to NAMUR (IEC 60534-6). time, guarantees trouble-free operation of
Additionally, a coupling wheel included in the booster.
the accessories is required to transfer the ro- The output signal pressure supplied by the
tary motion for rotary actuators according to booster can be limited to 2.4 bar by activat-
VDI/VDE 3845. ing the P9 parameter.
Springless rotary actuators require a revers- The volume restriction (10) is used to opti-
ing amplifier included in the accessories to mize the positioner by adapting it to the ac-
permit the powered operation in either di- tuator size.
rection.
Tight-closing function:
The positioner consists of a travel sensor sys-
tem proportional to resistance, an analog The pneumatic actuator is completely filled
i/p converter with a downstream air capaci- with air or vented as soon as the set point
ty booster and the electronics with microcon- falls below 1 % or exceeds 99 % (see end
troller. The positioner is fitted with two ad- position function in P10 and P11 parame-
justable software limit contacts as standard ters).
to indicate the valve's end positions.
The position of the valve stem is transmitted
as a either an angle of rotation or travel
over the pick-up lever to the travel sensor (2)
and supplied to an analog PD controller (3).
An A/D converter (4) transmits the position
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S 12
%
mm
%
mm
A1
11
w A2
4 5
w
PD
x
3
2
8 1
y
Q x
7 10
1 Control valve 7 Air capacity booster

2 Travel sensor 8 Pressure regulator
3 PD controller 9 Flow regulator
4 A/D converter 10 Volume restriction
5 Microcontroller 11 Limit contacts
6 i/p converter 12 Display
Fig. 1: Functional diagram
EB 8384-1 EN 9

3.1 Technical data

Type 3730-1 Positioner
The technical data for the explosion-protected devices may be restricted by the limits specified in the test
certificates.
Direct attachment to Type 3277: 3.6 to 30 mm
Rated travel Adjustable Attachment according to IEC 60534-6: 3.6 to 200 mm
Attachment to rotary actuators: 24 to 100° opening angle
Adjustable within the initialized travel/angle of rotation
Travel range
Travel can be restricted to 1/5 at the maximum
Signal range 4 to 20 mA · Two-wire device with reverse polarity protection
Set point w Split-range operation 4 to 11.9 mA and 12.1 to 20 mA, static destruction limit
100 mA
Minimum current 3.7 mA
Load impedance ≤6 V (corresponding to 300 Ω at 20 mA)
Supply air 1.4 to 7 bar (20 to 105 psi)
Air quality acc. to Max. particle size and density: Class 4 · Oil content: Class 3 · Pressure dew point:
ISO 8573-1 Class 3 or at least 10 K below the lowest ambient temperature to be expected
0 bar up to the capacity of the supply pressure · Can be limited to approx. 2.4 bar
Signal pressure (output)
by software
Linear/equal percentage/reverse equal percentage
Characteristic Adjustable
Butterfly valve, rotary plug valve and segmented ball valve: Linear/equal percentage
Hysteresis ≤1 %
Sensitivity ≤0.1 %
Direction of action w/x reversible
Air consumption, steady state Independent from supply pressure approx. 110 ln/h
Air output capacity
To fill actuator with air At Δp = 6 bar: 8.5 mn³/h · At Δp = 1.4 bar: 3.0 mn³/h · KVmax (20 °C) = 0.09
To vent actuator At Δp = 6 bar: 14.0 mn³/h · At Δp = 1.4 bar: 4.5 mn³/h · KVmax (20 °C) = 0.15
–20 to +80 °C for all versions
–45 to +80 °C with metal cable gland
Permissible –25 to +80 °C with inductive limit contact (SJ2-S1N) and metal cable gland
ambient temperature
The temperature limits for the explosion-protected devices may be restricted by
the limits specified in the test certificates.
Temperature: ≤0.15 %/10 K
Influences Supply air: None
Effect of vibration: ≤ 0.25 % up to 2000 Hz and 4 g according to IEC 770
Complying with EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3, EN 61326-1 and NAMUR
Electromagnetic compatibility
Recommendation NE 21
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Type 3730-1 Positioner

The technical data for the explosion-protected devices may be restricted by the limits specified in the test
certificates.
One M20 x 1.5 cable gland for 6 to 12 mm clamping range
Electrical connections Second M20 x 1.5 threaded connection additionally available
Screw terminals for 0.2 to 2.5 mm² wire cross-section
Explosion protection See table Explosion protection certificates on page 12 onwards
Degree of protection IP 66/NEMA 4X
Observing the requirements of IEC 61508, the systematic capability of the pilot valve
for emergency venting as a component in safety-instrumented systems is given.
Use in safety-instrumented
systems (SIL) Use is possible on observing the requirements of IEC 61511 and the required hard-
ware fault tolerance in safety-instrumented systems up to SIL 2 (single device/
HFT = 0) and SIL 3 (redundant configuration/HFT = 1).
Weight Approx. 1 kg
Compliance ·
Materials
Die-cast aluminum EN AC-AlSi12(Fe) (EN AC-44300) acc. to DIN EN 1706
Housing
Chromated and powder paint coated · Special version: stainless steel 1.4581
External parts Stainless steel 1.4571 and 1.4301
Cable gland M20 x 1.5, black polyamide
Two software limit contacts with configurable limits (0.5 % steps),
Binary contacts
reverse polarity protection, floating
Signal state Without explosion protection Ex
No response: Conducting (R = 348 Ω) ≥2.2 mA
Addressed Effectively non-conducting ≤1.0 mA
For connection to the binary input of the PLC acc. to For connection to NAMUR
Operating voltage IEC 61131-2, Pmax = 400 mW or for connection to switching amplifier acc. to
NAMUR switching amplifier acc. to EN 60947-5-6 EN 60947-5-6
Option: Pepperl+Fuchs For connection to switching amplifier according to EN 60947-5-6.
inductive limit contact Can be used in combination with a software limit contact
Proximity SJ2-SN Measuring plate not detected: ≥3 mA · Measuring plate detected: ≤1 mA

switch SJ2-S1N Measuring plate not detected: ≤1 mA · Measuring plate detected: ≥3 mA
EB 8384-1 EN 11

Explosion protection certificates
Type Certification Type of protection/comments

3730
Number 972 0Ex ia IIC T6X;
STCC
-1
Date 2017-10-01 2Ex s II T6 X
EC type Number PTB 04 ATEX 2033 II 2G Ex ia IIC T6 Gb;

examination Date 2013-11-27 II 2D Ex tb IIIC T80°C Db IP66
certificate
A/P/HQ/
Number MH/144/1164
CCoE Ex ia IIC T6
Date 2014-10-27
Valid until 2019-10-26
-11
Number RU C-DE08.B.00113
1Ex ia IIC T6/T5/T4 Gb X;
Date 2013-11-15
1Ex tb IIIC T80°C Db X
Number IECEx PTB 06.0055
Ex ia IIC T6
Date 2006-11-02
INMETRO On request
Number GYJ14.1109
Date 2014-05-08 Ex ia IIC T4~T6 Gb
Ex ia IIC T6; Class I, Zone 0;

Class II, Groups E, F, G; Ex nA II T6; Class I, Zone 2
Number 1675820
Class I, Div.2, Groups A, B, C, D
Date 2010-07-19 Class II, Div.2, Groups E, F, G
Class III: Type 4 Enclosure
-13
Class I, Zone 0 AEx ia IIC

Class I, II, III, Div.1, Groups A, B, C, D, E, F, G
Number 3023478
Class I, Div.2, Groups A, B, C, D
Date 2008-11-03 Class II, Div.2, Groups F, G
NEMA Type 4X
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Type Certification Type of protection/comments

3730
II 3G Ex nA II T6 Gc,
Number PTB 04 ATEX 2114 X
II 3G Ex ic IIC T6 Gc;
Certificate of Date 2008-02-26 II 3D Ex tc IIIC IP66 Dc T80°C
conformity
Number RU C DE.08.B.00113 2 Ex nA IIC T6/T5/T4 Gc X;

-18
Date 2013-11-15 2 Ex ic IIC T6/T5/T4 Gc X;

Valid until 2018-11-14 Ex tc IIIC T80°C Dc X
Number GYJ14.1110X
Ex ic IIC T4~T6 Gc;
Date 2014-05-08
Ex nA IIC T4~T6 Gc
EB 8384-1 EN 13

Attachment to the control valve – Mounting parts and accessories
4 Attachment to the control Observe the assignment between le-

ver and pin position (see travel tables
valve – Mounting parts and on page 15).
accessories
Lever and pin position
NOTICE
Risk of malfunction due to incorrect The positioner is adapted to the actuator
sequence of mounting, installation and to the rated travel by the lever on the
and start-up. back of the positioner and the pin inserted
Keep the following sequence. into the lever.
1. Remove the protective film from the The travel tables on page 15 show the
pneumatic connections. maximum adjustment range at the position-
2. Mount the positioner on the control er. The travel that can be implemented at the
valve. valve is additionally restricted by the selected
3. Connect the supply air. fail-safe position and the required compres-
4. Connect the electrical power. sion of the actuator springs.
5. Perform the start-up settings. The positioner is equipped with the M lever
(pin position 35) as standard.
The positioner is suitable for the following
types of attachment:
−− Direct attachment to SAMSON
Type 3277 Actuator
−− Attachment to actuators according to
IEC 60534-6 (NAMUR)
−− Attachment according to VDI/VDE 3847
−− Attachment to Type 3510 Micro-flow
Valve
−− Attachment to rotary actuators Fig. 2: M lever with pin position 35
NOTICE
Risk of malfunction due to incorrect NOTICE
mounting parts/accessories or incor- Risk of malfunction because the
rect assignment of lever and pin posi- newly mounted lever has not been
tion. adapted to the internal measuring le-
Attach the positioner to the control ver.
valve only using the mounting parts Move the newly mounted lever (1)
and accessories as specified in Ta- once all the way as far as it will go in
ble 1 to Table 6. Observe the type of both directions.
attachment.
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Travel tables
Note:
 The M lever is included in the scope of delivery.
S, L, XL levers for attachment according to IEC 60534-6 (NAMUR) are available as
accessories (see Table 3 on page 39). The XXL lever is available on request.
Direct attachment to Type 3277-5 and Type 3277 Actuators

Actuator area Rated travel Adjustment range at positioner Assigned
[cm²] [mm] Travel [mm] Required lever pin position
120 7.5 5.0 to 16.0 M 25
120/175/240/350 15 7.0 to 22.0 M 35

355/700/750 30 10.0 to 32.0 M 50
Attachment according to IEC 60534-6 (NAMUR)

SAMSON valves with Type 3271 Actuator Other valves/actuators
Actuator area Rated travel Min. travel Max. travel Assigned pin
[cm²] [mm] [mm] [mm] Required lever position
60 and 120
with Type 3510 7.5 3.5 11.0 S 17
Valve
120 7.5 5.0 16.0 M 25
120/175/240/350 15
7.0 22.0 M 35
700/750 7.5
355/700/750 15 and 30 10.0 32.0 M 50
30 14.0 44.0 L 70
1000/1400/2800
60 20.0 64.0 L 100
1400/2800 120 40.0 128.0 XL 200
See manufacturer’s
200 See manufacturer’s specifications XXL 300
specifications
Rotary actuators Assigned

Opening angle Required lever pin position
20 to 100° M 90°
EB 8384-1 EN 15

4.1 Direct attachment Make sure that the gasket (14) points to-
wards the actuator yoke.
4.1.1 Type 3277-5 Actuator 5. 15 mm travel: Keep the follower pin (2)
−− Required mounting parts and accesso- on the M lever (1) on the back of the po-
ries: Table 1 sitioner in the pin position 35 (delivered
−− Observe the travel table on page 15. state).
7.5 mm travel: Remove the follower pin
Actuator with 120 cm² (see Fig. 3)
(2) from the pin position 35, reposition it
Depending on the type of positioner attach- in the hole for pin position 25 and screw
ment, the signal pressure is routed either left tight.
or right of the yoke through a hole to the ac-
6. Insert formed seal (15) into the groove of
tuator diaphragm. Depending on the fail-
the positioner housing and insert the seal
safe action of the actuator "actuator stem
(10.1) on the back of the housing.
extends" or "actuator stem retracts" (valve
closes or opens upon supply air failure), the 7. Place positioner on the cover plate (10)
switchover plate (9) must first be attached to in such a manner that the follower pin (2)
the actuator yoke. Align the switchover plate rests on the top of the follower clamp (3).
with the corresponding symbol for left or Adjust the lever (1) correspondingly and
right attachment according to the marking open the positioner cover to hold the po-
(view looking onto the switchover plate). sitioner shaft in position at the cap or
switch (Fig. 16). The lever (1) must rest on
1. Mount connecting plate (6) or pressure
the follower clamp with spring force.
gauge bracket (7) with pressure gauges
Mount the positioner on the cover plate
on the positioner, making sure the two
(10) using the two fixing screws.
seals (6.1) are seated properly.
2. Remove screw plug (4) on the back of the Note applying to all types of at-
positioner and seal the signal pressure  tachment except for direct attach-
output (38) on the connecting plate (6) or ment to Type 3277-5:
on the pressure gauge bracket (7) with The signal pressure output at the
the stopper (5) included in the accesso- back must be sealed by the screw
ries. plug (4, order no. 0180-1254) and
3. Place follower clamp (3) on the actuator the associated O-ring (order no.
stem, align it and screw tight so that the 0520-0412).
mounting screw is located in the groove
of the actuator stem. 8. Mount cover (11) on the other side. Make
sure that the vent plug is located at the
4. Mount cover plate (10) with narrow side
bottom when the control valve is installed
of the cut-out (Fig. 3, on the left) pointing
to allow any condensed water that col-
towards the signal pressure connection.
lects to drain off.
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15
14
1.1
1.2
10.1
9 11
6.1 10
6
6
5
Supply 9 Output 38
7
Fig. 3: Direct attachment – Signal pressure connection for Type 3277-5 Actuator with 120 cm²
EB 8384-1 EN 17

4.1.2 Type 3277 Actuator Adjust the lever (1) correspondingly and
open the positioner cover to hold the po-
−− Required mounting parts and accesso- sitioner shaft in position at the cap or
ries: Table 2 switch (Fig. 16). The lever (1) must rest on
−− Observe the travel table on page 15. the follower clamp with spring force.
Actuators with 175 to 750 cm² effective ar- Mount the positioner on the cover plate
eas (see Fig. 4) (10) using the two fixing screws.
Mount the positioner on the yoke. The signal 6. Make sure that the tip of the gasket (16)
pressure is routed to the actuator over the projecting from the side of the connec-
connection block (12), for actuators with fail- tion block is positioned to match the ac-
safe action "actuator stem extends" internal- tuator symbol for the actuator's fail-safe
ly through a hole in the valve yoke and for action "actuator stem extends" or "actua-
"actuator stem retracts" through an external tor stem retracts". If this is not the case,
pipe. unscrew the three fastening screws and
1. Place follower clamp (3) on the actuator lift off the cover. Turn the gasket (16) by
stem, align it and screw tight so that the 180° and re-insert it.
mounting screw is located in the groove The old connection block version (Fig. 4,
of the actuator stem. bottom) requires the switch plate (13) to
be turned to align the actuator symbol
2. Mount cover plate (10) with narrow side
with the arrow marking.
of the cut-out (Fig. 4, on the left) pointing
towards the signal pressure connection. 7. Place the connection block (12) with the
Make sure that the gasket (14) points to- associated seals against the positioner
wards the actuator yoke. and the actuator yoke and fasten using
the screw (12.1). For actuators with fail-
3. For actuators with 355, 700 or 750 cm²,
safe action "actuator stem retracts", ad-
remove the follower pin (2) on the M le-
ditionally remove the stopper (12.2) and
ver (1) on the back of the positioner from
mount the external signal pressure pipe.
pin position 35, reposition it in the hole
for pin position 50 and screw tight. 8. Mount cover (11) on the other side. Make
For actuators 175, 240 and 350 cm² sure that the vent plug is located at the
with 15 mm travel, keep the follower pin bottom when the control valve is installed
(2) in pin position 35. to allow any condensed water that col-
lects to drain off.
4. Insert formed seal (15) into the groove of
the positioner housing.
5. Place positioner on the cover plate in
such a manner that the follower pin (2)
rests on the top of the follower clamp (3).
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1 Lever 12 Connection block

1.1 Nut 12.1 Screw
1.2 Disk spring 12.2 Stopper or connection for
2 Follower pin external piping
3 Follower clamp 13 Switch plate 15 10 14
10 Cover plate 14 Gasket
11 Cover 15 Molded seal 1 2 3 11 11.1
11.1 Vent plug 16 Gasket
2
M lever
1.1
1.2
Cut-out of
cover plate (10)
View C
16 View A 16
G
C
SUPPLY
G 3/8
SUPPLY
Actuator stem 16 12 12.1 12.2
retracts extends A
View B
Connection
13 block (old) with
12 switch plate (13)
SUPPLY Actuator stem retracts B
Actuator stem extends

Marking 12
12.1 12.2
Fig. 4: Direct attachment – Signal pressure connection for Type 3277 Actuator with 175 to 750 cm²
EB 8384-1 EN 19

4.2 Attachment according to 3. Mount connecting plate (6) or pressure

IEC 60534-6 on the positioner, making sure the two
−− Required mounting parts and accesso- seals (6.1) are seated properly.
ries: Table 3 4. Select required lever size (1) M, L or XL
−− Observe the travel table on page 15. and pin position according to the actua-
The positioner is attached to the control valve tor size and valve travel listed in the trav-
using a NAMUR bracket (10). el table on page 15.
1. Screw the two bolts (14) to the bracket Should a pin position other than position 35
(9.1) of the stem connector (9), place the with the standard M lever be required, or an
follower plate (3) on top and use the L or XL lever size be required, proceed as
screws (14.1) for fastening. follows:
2800 and 1400 cm² with 120 mm trav- 5. Screw the follower pin (2) in the assigned
el: lever hole (pin position as specified in the
−− For a travel of 60 mm or smaller, travel table). Only use the longer follow-
screw the longer follower plate (3.1) er pin (2) included in the mounting kit.
directly to the stem connector (9). 6. Place the lever (1) on the shaft of the po-
−− For a travel exceeding 60 mm, mount sitioner and fasten it tight using the disk
the bracket (16) first and then the fol- spring (1.2) and nut (1.1).
lower plate (3) to the bracket togeth- Move lever once all the way as far as it
er with the bolts (14) and screws will go in both directions.
(14.1).
7. Place positioner on the NAMUR bracket
2. Mount NAMUR bracket (10) to the con- in such a manner that the follower pin (2)
trol valve as follows: rests in the slot of the follower plate (3,
−− For attachment to the NAMUR rib, 3.1). Adjust the lever (1) correspondingly.
use an M8 screw (11) and toothed Screw the positioner to the NAMUR
lock washer directly in the yoke hole. bracket using both its mounting screws.
−− For attachment to valves with rod-
type yokes, use two U-bolts (15)
around the yoke. Align the NAMUR
bracket (10) according to the em-
bossed scale so that the follower
plate (3) is shifted by half the angle
range to the NAMUR bracket (the
slot of the follower plate is centrally
aligned with the NAMUR bracket at
mid valve travel).
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Attachment to rod-type yoke

Rods with 20 to 35 mm diameter
15
11
10
9
Attachment to NAMUR rib
9.1
3.1
Additional bracket for 16
actuators with
2800 cm² and travel
1 Lever
≥ 60 mm 14
1.1 Nut
1 3
XL and L lever
1.2 Disk spring
1
2 Follower pin 14.1
3 Follower plate
3.1 Follower plate
6 Connecting plate 2
6.1 Seals 1.1
6.1 6 7 8
7 Pressure gauge 1.2
bracket 1
8 Pressure gauge
mounting kit
9 Stem connector
9.1 Bracket
10 NAMUR bracket
11 Screw
14 Bolt
14.1 Screws
NOTICE
15 U-bolt
Only use the connecting plate (6) included in the
16 Bracket
accessories to connect supply and output.
Never screw threaded parts directly into housing.
Fig. 5: Attachment according to IEC 60534-6 (NAMUR)
EB 8384-1 EN 21

4.3 Attachment according to of the actuator stem.

VDI/VDE 3847 2. Place the adapter bracket (6) on the po-
sitioner and mount using the screws (6.1).
The following positioners with air purging of Make sure that the seals are correctly
the actuator's spring chamber can be at- seated. For positioners with air purging,
tached according to VDI/VDE 3847: remove the stopper (5) before mounting
−− Type 3730-1xx0000000x006000 the positioner. For positioners without air
−− Type 3730-1xx0000000x007000 purging, replace the screw plug (4) with
Type 3730-1xx0000000x000000 Positioner a vent plug.
without air purging of the actuator's spring 3. For actuators with 355, 700 or 750 cm²,
chamber can be attached according to VDI/ remove the follower pin (2) on the M le-
VDE 3847. ver (1) on the back of the positioner from
This type of attachment allows the positioner pin position 35, reposition it in the hole
to be replaced quickly while the process is for pin position 50 and screw tight.
running by blocking the air in the actuator. For actuators 175, 240 and 350 cm²
The signal pressure can be blocked in the with 15 mm travel, keep the follower pin
actuator by unscrewing the red retaining (2) in pin position 35.
screw (20) and turning the air blocker (19) 4. Insert the formed seal (6.2) in the groove
on the bottom of the adapter block. of the adapter bracket (6).
Attachment to Type 3277 Actuator (see 5. Insert the formed seal (17.1) into the turn-
Fig. 6) board (17) and mount the turnboard to
−− Required mounting parts and accesso- the adapter block (13) using the screws
ries: Table 4 on page 39 (17.2).
Mount the positioner on the yoke as shown 6. Mount the blank plate (18) to the turn-
in Fig. 6. The signal pressure is routed to the board (17) using the screws (18.1). Make
actuator over the connecting plate (12), for sure that the seals are correctly seated.
actuators with fail-safe action "actuator stem
Note:
extends" internally through a bore in the
valve yoke and for "actuator stem retracts"
 A solenoid valve can also be mount-
ed in place of the blank plate (18).
through external piping.
The orientation of the turnboard (17)
Only the Y1 port is required for positioner determines the mounting position of
attachment. The Y2 port can be used for air the solenoid valve. Alternatively, a re-
purging of the spring chamber. strictor plate can be mounted
1. Place follower clamp (3) on the actuator (u AB 11).
stem, align it and screw tight so that the
mounting screw is located in the groove
22 EB 8384-1 EN

1.1
1.2 13.1
13 17.1 17 17.2 18 18.1
11
1
11.1
3 12
12.1
20
Exh.
2
19
1.1
1.2
6 6.2 6.1
1
1 Lever
1.1 Nut 4
1.2 Disk spring
2 Follower pin 5
3 Follower clamp
4 Screw plug
5 Stopper 13 Adapter block
6 Adapter bracket 13.1 Screws 6.3
6.1 Screws 17 Turnboard
6.2 Formed seal 17.1 Formed seal
6.3 Screws 17.2 Screws
11 Cover 18 Blank plate
11.1 Vent plug 18.1 Screws
12 Connecting plate 19 Air blocker
12.1 Seal 20 Retaining screw
Fig. 6: Attachment according to VDI/VDE 3847 to Type 3277 Actuator
EB 8384-1 EN 23

7. Insert the screws (13.1) through the mid- Place positioner on the adapter block
dle holes of the adapter block (13). (13) in such a manner that the follower
8. Place the connecting plate (12) together pin (2) rests on the top of the follower
with the seal (12.1) onto the screws (13.1) clamp (3). Adjust the lever (1) corre-
corresponding to the fail-safe action "ac- spondingly and open the positioner cov-
tuator stem extends" or "actuator stem er to hold the positioner shaft in position
retracts". The fail-safe action that applies at the cap or rotary pushbutton.
is determined by aligning the groove of The lever (1) must rest on the follower
the adapter block (13) with the groove of clamp with spring force.
the connecting plate (12) (Fig. 7). Fasten the positioner to the adapter
Actuator stem block (13) using the two fixing screws
extends retracts (6.3). Make sure the formed seal (6.2) is
properly seated.
12. Mount cover (11) on the other side to the
12 Connecting plate
Z yoke. Make sure that the vent plug is lo-
13 Adapter block
cated at the bottom when the control
valve is installed to allow any condensed
12
13 water that collects to drain off.
Fig. 7: Fail-safe action
9. Mount the adapter block (13) together

with the connecting plate (12) to the actu-
ator using the screws (13.1).
10. Insert the vent plug (11.1) into the Exh.
connection.
11. For fail-safe action "actuator stem ex-
tends", seal the Y1 port with a blanking
plug.
For fail-safe action "actuator stem re-
tracts", connect the Y1 port to the signal
pressure connection of the actuator.
24 EB 8384-1 EN

Attachment to NAMUR rib (see Fig. 8) on the rod and position the formed plate
−− Required mounting parts and accesso- (15) on the opposite side. Use the nuts
ries: Table 4 on page 39 and toothed lock washers to fasten the
formed plate onto the studs. Align the
−− Observe the travel table on page 15.
marking on the NAMUR valve connec-
1. Series 240 Valves, actuator size up to tion (on the side marked '1') to 50 %
1400-60 cm²: Screw the two bolts (14) to travel.
the bracket of the stem connector or di-
3. Place the adapter bracket (6) on the po-
rectly to the stem connector (depending
sitioner and mount using the screws (6.1).
on the version), place the follower plate
Make sure that the seals are correctly
(3) on top and use the screws (14.1) to
seated. For positioners with air purging,
fasten it.
remove the stopper (5) before mounting
Type 3251 Valve, 350 to 2800 cm²: the positioner. For positioners without air
Screw the longer follower plate (3.1) to purging, replace the screw plug (4) with
the bracket of the stem connector or di- a vent plug.
rectly to the stem connector (depending
4. Select required lever size (1) M, L or XL
on the version).
and pin position according to the actua-
Type 3254 Valve, 1400-120 to tor size and valve travel listed in the trav-
2800 cm²: Screw the two bolts (14) to el table on page 15.
the bracket (16). Fasten the bracket (16)
Should a pin position other than position 35
onto the stem connector, place the fol-
with the standard M lever be required, or an
lower plate (3) on top and use the screws
L or XL lever size be required, proceed as
(14.1) to fasten it.
follows:
Mount the positioner on the NAMUR rib
−− Screw the follower pin (2) in the assigned
as shown in Fig. 8.
lever hole (pin position as specified in the
2. For attachment to the NAMUR rib, fas- travel table). Only use the longer follow-
ten the NAMUR connection block (10) di- er pin (2) included in the mounting kit.
rectly into the existing yoke bore using
−− Place the lever (1) on the shaft of the po-
the screw and toothed lock washer (11).
sitioner and fasten it tight using the disk
Align the marking on the NAMUR valve
spring (1.2) and nut (1.1).
connection (on the side marked '1') to
50 % travel. −− Move lever once all the way as far as it
will go in both directions.
For attachment to valves with rod-type
yokes using the formed plate (15), which
is placed around the yoke: screw the four
studs into the NAMUR connection block
(10). Place the NAMUR connection block
EB 8384-1 EN 25

5. Insert the formed seal (6.2) in the groove with a blanking plug.
of the adapter bracket. For double-acting actuators and actua-
6. Insert the formed seal (17.1) into the turn- tors with air purging, connect the Y2
board (17) and mount the turnboard to port of the adapter block to the signal
the adapter block (13) using the screws pressure connection of the second actua-
(17.2). tor chamber or spring chamber of the
7. Mount the blank plate (18) to the turn- actuator.
board using the screws (18.1). Make sure
that the seals are correctly seated.
Note:
 A solenoid valve can also be mount-
ed in place of the blank plate (18).
The orientation of the turnboard (17)
determines the mounting position of
the solenoid valve. Alternatively, a re-
strictor plate can be mounted
(u AB 11).
8. Fasten the adapter block (13) to the

NAMUR connection block using the
screws (13.1).
9. Insert the vent plug into the Exh. connec-
tion.
10. Place the positioner on the adapter block
(13) in such a manner that the follower
pin (2) rests on the top of the follower
plate (3, 3.1). Adjust the lever (1) corre-
spondingly.
Fasten the positioner to the adapter
block (13) using the two fixing screws
(6.3). Make sure the formed seal (6.2) is
properly seated.
11. For single-acting actuators without air
purging, connect the Y1 port of the
adapter block to the signal pressure con-
nection of the actuator. Seal the Y2 port
26 EB 8384-1 EN

13 13.1
17.1 17 17.2
18
18.1
11
3 10
16
15
20
Exh.
19 14 3.1
1 Lever 14.1
1.1 Nut 3
1.2 Disk spring
2 Follower pin
1
3 Follower plate
3.1 Follower plate 13.1 Screws 1.1 2
14 Bolt 1.2 6 6.2 6.1
4 Screw plug
5 Stopper 14.1 Screws
4
6 Adapter bracket 15 Formed plate
6.1 Screws 16 Bracket
6.2 Molded seal 17 Turnboard 5
6.3 Screws 17.1 Molded seal
10 NAMUR con- 17.2 Screws
nection block 18 Blank plate
11 Screw with toothed 18.1 Screws 6.3
lock washer 19 Air blocker
13 Adapter block 20 Retaining screw
Fig. 8: Attachment according to VDI/VDE 3847 to a NAMUR rib
EB 8384-1 EN 27

4.4 Attachment to Type 3510 9. Place the S lever on the positioner shaft
and screw tight using the disk spring (1.2)
Micro-flow Valve and nut (1.1).
Fig. 9 Move lever once all the way as far as it
will go in both directions.
−− Required mounting parts and accesso-
ries: Table 3 10. Place positioner on the bracket (10) in
−− Observe the travel table on page 15. such a manner that the follower pin
slides into the groove of the follower pin
The positioner is attached to the valve yoke
(3). Adjust the lever (1) correspondingly.
using a bracket.
Screw the positioner to the bracket (10)
1. Fasten the bracket (9.1) to the stem con- using both its screws.
nector.
2. Screw the two pins (9.2) to the bracket
(9.1) of the stem connector (9), place the
follower plate (3) on top and use the
screws (9.3) for fastening.
3. Mount the travel indication scale (acces-
sories) to the outer side of the yoke using
the hex screws (12.1), ensuring that the
scale is aligned with the stem connector.
4. Fasten the hex bar (11) onto the outer
side of yoke by screwing the M8 screws
(11.1) directly into the holes on the yoke.
5. Fasten the bracket (10) to the hex bar
(11) using the hex screw (10.1), washer
and tooth lock washer.
6. Mount connecting plate (6) or pressure
on the positioner, making sure the two
seals are seated properly.
7. Unscrew the standard M lever (1) includ-
ing follower pin (2) from the positioner
shaft.
8. Take the S lever (1) and screw the follow-
er pin (2) in the hole for pin position 17.
28 EB 8384-1 EN

12.1 11 11.1 10 10.1
9.1
9.2
1 Lever
1.1 Nut
9.3 1.2 Disk spring
2 Follower pin
NOTICE 1.1 3 Follower plate
Only use the connecting plate (6) in-
2 6 Connecting plate
cluded in the accessories to connect
6.1 Seals
SUPPLY and OUTPUT.
7 Pressure gauge bracket
Never screw threaded parts directly
1.2 8 Pressure gauge
into housing.
1 mounting kit
9 Stem connector
6 S lever 9.1 Bracket
9.2 Pin
6.1
7
8
9.3 Screws
10 Bracket
10.1 Screw
11 Hexagon bolt
11.1 Screws
12.1 Screws
Fig. 9: Attachment to Type 3510 Micro-flow Valve
EB 8384-1 EN 29

4.5 Attachment to rotary actu- 5. Mount connecting plate (6) or pressure

ators on the positioner, making sure the two
−− Required mounting parts and accesso- seals are seated properly. Double-acting
ries: Table 5 springless rotary actuators require the
−− Observe the travel table on page 15. use of a reversing amplifier on the con-
The positioner is mounted to the rotary actu- nection side of the positioner housing
ator using two pairs of brackets. (see section 4.6).
Prior to attaching the positioner to the 6. Unscrew the standard follower pin (2)
SAMSON Type 3278 Rotary Actuator, from the positioner's M lever (1). Use the
mount the associated adapter (5) to the free metal follower pin (Ø 5 mm) included in
end of the rotary actuator shaft. the mounting kit and screw tight into the
hole for pin position 90°.
Note: 7. Place positioner on the top bracket (10)
 On attaching the positioner as de- and fasten tight. Taking the actuator's di-
scribed below, it is imperative that rection of rotation into account, adjust le-
the actuator's direction of rotation is ver (1) so that it engages in the slot of the
observed. coupling wheel (4) with its follower pin
(Fig. 11). It must be guaranteed that the
1. Place follower clamp (3) on the slotted lever (1) is parallel to the long side of the
actuator shaft or adapter (5). positioner when the actuator is at half its
2. Place coupling wheel (4) with flat side angle of rotation.
facing the actuator on the follower clamp 8. Stick the scale plate (4.3) on the coupling
(3). See Fig. 11 to align slot so that it wheel so that the arrow tip indicates the
matches the direction of rotation when closed position and it can be easily read
the valve is in its closed position. when the valve is installed.
3. Fasten the coupling wheel (4) and follow-
er clamp (3) tightly onto the actuator
1.2
shaft using screw (4.1) and disk spring 1
1.1
(4.2). 4.1
4. Fasten the bottom pair of brackets (10.1) 2 4.2
with the bends pointing either facing to 3 5

the inside or to the outside (depending
on the actuator size) onto the actuator
housing. Position the top pair of brackets
(10) and fasten. Fig. 10: Mounting the coupling wheel on
Type 3278
30 EB 8384-1 EN

6.1
6
(7, 8)
10 1
1.2
1.1
2
10.1 4.3
4
5
NOTICE
Only use the connecting 80 mm
plate (6) included in the
accessories to connect
supply and output. 130 mm
Never screw threaded parts
directly into housing.
Slot
Legend for Fig. 10 and

Fig. 11
1 Lever
1.1 Nut
1.2 Disk spring
2 Follower pin
3 Follower clamp (Fig. 10) Control valve opens counterclockwise
4 Coupling wheel
4.1 Screw Control valve opens clockwise
4.2 Disk spring
4.3 Scale plate
5 Actuator shaft
Adapter for Type 3278
6 Connecting plate
6.1 Seals
7 Pressure gauge bracket
8 Pressure gauge mount-
ing kit
10 Top pair of brackets Slot
10.1 Bottom pair of brackets
Fig. 11: Attachment to rotary actuators
EB 8384-1 EN 31

4.5.3 Heavy-duty version 90°.

6. Mount connecting plate (6) for required
−− Required mounting parts and accesso-
G ¼ connecting thread or pressure
ries: Table 5
Both mounting kits contain all the necessary on the positioner, making sure the two
mounting parts. The parts for the actuator seals (6.1) are seated properly. Double-
size used must be selected from the mount- acting springless rotary actuators require
ing kit. the use of a reversing amplifier on the
Prepare actuator, and mount required connection side of the positioner housing
adapter supplied by the actuator manufac- (refer to section 4.6).
turer, if necessary. 7. For actuators with a volume of less than
1. Mount the housing (10) onto the rotary 300 cm³, fit the restriction (order no.
actuator. In case of VDI/VDE attachment, 1400-6964) into the signal pressure out-
place spacers (11) underneath, if neces- put of the positioner (or the output of the
sary. pressure gauge bracket or connecting
2. For SAMSON Type 3278 and VETEC plate).
S160 Rotary Actuators, screw the adapt- 8. Place positioner on housing (10) and
er (5) onto the free end of the shaft or screw it tight. Taking the actuator's direc-
place adapter (5.1) onto the shaft of the tion of rotation into account, adjust lever
VETEC R Actuator. Place adapter (3) on- (1) so that it engages in the correct slot
to Type 3278, VETEC S160 and VETEC R with its follower pin (Fig. 12).
Actuators. For VDI/VDE version, this step
Actuator turning counterclockwise
depends on the actuator size.
3. Stick adhesive label (4.3) onto the cou- 1
pling in such a manner that the yellow

part of the sticker is visible in the window
of the housing when the valve is OPEN.
Adhesive labels with explanatory sym- 10
bols are enclosed and can be stuck on

4
the housing, if required.

4. Fasten coupling (4) on the slotted actua-
tor shaft or adapter (3) using screw (4.1)
and disk spring (4.2).
Actuator turning clockwise
5. Unscrew the standard follower pin (2)
from the positioner's M lever (1). Fig. 12: Direction of rotation
Attach the follower pin (Ø 5 mm) includ-
ed in the mounting kit to pin position
32 EB 8384-1 EN

1 Lever 6 Connecting plate Fit restriction into signal pressure

1.1 Nut (only for G ¼) output for actuators with
1.2 Disk spring 6.1 Seals <300 cm³ volume
2 Follower pin 7 Pressure gauge
3 Adapter bracket
8 Pressure gauge 6
4 Stem connector
mounting kit 6.1
4.1 Screw 7
10 Adapter housing
4.2 Disk spring 8
10.1 Screws
4.3 Adhesive label
11 Spacer
5 Actuator shaft or
adapter 1
5.1 Adapter 1.1
1.2
4.1 4.1
4.2 4.2
4 4
4.3 4.3
3 3
5.1
10.1
10.1 10
11
10
5
SAMSON Type 3278 Attachment to rotary actuators acc. to

VETEC S160, VETEC R VDI/VDE 3845 (Sept. 2010), fixing level 1,
AA1 to AA4 size (see section 11.1)
Fig. 13: Attachment to rotary actuators (heavy-duty version)
EB 8384-1 EN 33

4.6 Reversing amplifier for 2. Thread the special nuts (1.3) from the ac-
cessories of the reversing amplifier into
double-acting actuators the boreholes of the connecting plate.
For the use with double-acting actuators, the 3. Insert the gasket (1.2) into the recess of
positioner must be fitted with a reversing am- the reversing amplifier and slide both the
plifier, e.g. the SAMSON Type 3710 Revers- hollowed special screws (1.1) into the
ing Amplifier (see Mounting and Operating connecting boreholes A1 and Z.
Instructions u EB 8392).
4. Place the reversing amplifier onto the
If a different reversing amplifier (item no. connecting plate (6) and screw tight us-
1079-1118 or 1079-1119) is used, follow the ing both the special screws (1.1).
mounting instructions described in sec-
5. Use a screwdriver (8 mm wide) to screw
tion 4.6.1.
the enclosed filters (1.6) into the connec-
The following applies to all reversing am- tion boreholes A1 and Z.
plifiers:
NOTICE
The signal pressure of the positioner is sup-
Air can escape uncontrolled from the
plied at the output A1 of the reversing ampli-
signal pressure connection.
fier. An opposing pressure, which equals the
Do not unscrew the sealing plug (1.5)
required supply pressure when added to the
out of the reversing amplifier.
pressure at A1, is applied at output A2.
The rule A1 + A2 = Z applies.
A1: Connect output A1 to the signal pressure Note:
connection on the actuator that causes the
 The rubber seal (1.4) is not required
valve to open when the pressure rises. and can be removed when the seal-
ing plug is used.
A2: Connect output A2 to the signal pressure
connection on the actuator that causes the
valve to close when the pressure rises. Pressure gauge attachment
The mounting sequence shown in Fig. 14 re-
4.6.1 Reversing amplifier mains unchanged. Screw a pressure gauge
bracket onto the connections A1 and Z.
(1079-1118 or 1079-1119)
Pressure gauge G¼ 1400-7106
Mounting bracket
1. Mount the connecting plate (6) from the ¼ NPT 1400-7107
accessories in Table 5 to the positioner. Pressure gauges for supply air Z and output
Make sure that both O-rings (6.1) are A1 as listed in Table 1 to Table 5.
seated correctly.
34 EB 8384-1 EN

From the positioner

Output 38 Supply 9
A1 Z
A2
Control signals to the actuator

1.3 1.1 1.2 1.4 1.5 1.6
A1 A2 1 Reversing amplifier 6 Connecting plate
1.1 Special screws 6.1 O-rings
1.2 Gasket 6.2 Screws
1.3 Special nuts
1.4 Rubber seal
6.1 6 6.2
1.5 Sealing plug
1.6 Filter
Supply 9
Z
Output 38
A1
1.3 1.2 1.1 1 1.6
Fig. 14: Mounting a reversing amplifier (1079-1118 or 1079-1119)
EB 8384-1 EN 35

4.7 Attaching positioners with Attachment to rotary actuators
stainless steel housings All mounting kits from Table 5 can be used
except for the heavy-duty version. Connect-
Positioners with stainless steel housings re- ing plate in stainless steel.
quire mounting parts that are completely
made of stainless steel or free of aluminum.
4.8 Air purging function for
Note: single-acting actuators
 The pneumatic connecting plate and
The instrument air leaving from the position-
pressure gauge bracket are available
er is diverted to the actuator spring chamber
in stainless steel (order numbers listed
to provide corrosion protection inside the ac-
below). The Type 3710 Pneumatic Re-
tuator. The following must be observed:
versing Amplifier is also available in
stainless steel. Direct attachment to Type 3277-5 (stem ex-
tends FA/stem retracts FE)
Connecting plate G ¼ 1400-7476 The air purging function is automatically
(stainless steel) ¼ NPT 1400-7477 provided.
Pressure gauge
G¼ 1402-0265 Direct attachment to Type 3277, 175 to
bracket
¼ NPT 1400-7108 750 cm²
(stainless steel)
Table 1 to Table 6 apply for attaching posi- FA: Remove the stopper (12.2, Fig. 4 on
tioners with stainless steel housings with the page 19) at the connection block
following restrictions: and make a pneumatic connection to
the spring chamber on the vented side.
Direct attachment
All mounting kits from Table 1 and Table 2 NOTICE
can be used. The connection block is not re- Mounting possibly incorrect
quired. The stainless steel version of the when old powder-paint-coated
pneumatic connecting plate routes the air in- aluminum connection blocks are
ternally to the actuator. used.
Mount old powder-paint-coated
Attachment according to IEC 60534-6 aluminum connection blocks as
(NAMUR rib or attachment to rod-type described in sections on Attach-
yokes) ment according to IEC 60534-6
All mounting kits from Table 3 can be used. (NAMUR rib or attachment to
Connecting plate in stainless steel. rod-type yokes) and Attachment
to rotary actuators.
36 EB 8384-1 EN

FE: The air purging function is automatically Note:

provided.  The adapter uses one of the
M20 x 1.5 connections in the hous-
ing which means only one cable
Attachment according to IEC 60534-6 gland can be installed.
(NAMUR rib or attachment to rod-type
yokes) and to rotary actuators Should other valve accessories be used
The positioner requires an additional port for which vent the actuator (e.g. solenoid valve,
the exhaust air that can be connected over volume booster, quick exhaust valve), this ex-
piping. An adapter available as an accesso- haust air must also be included in the purg-
ry is used for this purpose: ing function. The connection over the adapt-
er at the positioner must be protected with a
Threaded bushing G ¼ 0310-2619 check valve (e.g. check valve G ¼, order no.
(M20 x 1.5) ¼ NPT 0310-2550
8502-0597) mounted in the piping. Other-
wise the pressure in the positioner housing
would rise above the ambient pressure and
damage the positioner when the exhausting
components respond suddenly.
4.9 Required mounting parts and accessories

Table 1: Direct attachment to Type 3277-5 Actuator (Fig. 3) Order no.
Standard version for actuators 120 cm² or smaller 1400-7452
Mounting parts
Version compatible with paint for actuators 120 cm² or smaller 1402-0940
Old switchover plate for Type 3277-5xxxxxx.00 Actuator (old) 1400-6819
New switchover plate for Type 3277-5xxxxxx.01 Actuator (new) 1)
1400-6822
Accessories for
New connecting plate for Type 3277-5xxxxxx.01 Actuator (new) , G and NPT 1400-6823
1) 1/8 1/8
actuator
Old connecting plate for Type 3277-5xxxxxx.00 Actuator (old): G 1/8 1400-6820
Old connecting plate for Type 3277-5xxxxxx.00 (old): 1/8 NPT 1400-6821
G¼ 1400-7461
Connecting plate (6)
¼ NPT 1400-7462
G¼ 1400-7458
Pressure gauge bracket (7)
Accessories for ¼ NPT 1400-7459
positioner
Stainless steel/
1400-6950
brass
Pressure gauge mounting kit (8) up to max. 6 bar (output/supply)
Stainless steel/
1400-6951
stainless steel
1) Only new switchover and connecting plates can be used with new actuators (Index 01). Old and new plates are
not interchangeable.
EB 8384-1 EN 37

Table 2: Direct attachment to Type 3277 Actuator (Fig. 5) Order no.
Mounting Standard version for actuators 175, 240, 350, 355, 700, 750 cm² 1400-7453
parts Version compatible with paint for actuators 175, 240, 350, 355, 700, 750 cm² 1402-0941
G ¼/G 3/8 1402-0970
Piping with screw fittings Steel
¼NPT/3/8 NPT 1402-0976
Accessories – for fail-safe action "actuator stem retracts" 175 cm²
– with air purging of the top diaphragm chamber St. G ¼/G 3/8 1402-0971
steel ¼NPT/3/8 NPT 1402-0978
G ¼/G 3/8 1400-6444
Steel
¼NPT/3/8 NPT 1402-0911
240 cm²
St. G ¼/G 3/8 1400-6445
steel ¼NPT/3/8 NPT 1402-0912
G ¼/G 3/8 1400-6446
Steel
¼NPT/3/8 NPT 1402-0913
350 cm²
St. G ¼/G 3/8 1400-6447
steel ¼NPT/3/8 NPT 1402-0914
G ¼/G 3/8 1402-0972
Piping with screw fittings Steel
¼NPT/3/8 NPT 1402-0979
– for fail-safe action "actuator stem retracts" 355 cm²
– with air purging of the top diaphragm chamber St. G ¼/G 3/8 1402-0973
steel ¼NPT/3/8 NPT 1402-0980
Accessories G ¼/G 3/8 1400-6448
Steel
¼NPT/3/8 NPT 1402-0915
700 cm²
St. G ¼/G 3/8 1400-6449
steel ¼NPT/3/8 NPT 1402-0916
G ¼/G 3/8 1402-0974
Steel
¼NPT/3/8 NPT 1402-0981
750 cm²
St. G ¼/G 3/8 1402-0975
steel ¼NPT/3/8 NPT 1402-0982
G¼ 1400-8819
Connection block with seals and screw
¼ NPT 1400-8820
Stainless steel/brass 1400-6950
Pressure gauge mounting kit up to max. 6 bar
(OUTPUT/SUPPLY) Stainless steel/stainless
1400-6951
steel
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Table 3: Attachment to NAMUR ribs or control valves with rod-type yokes (20 to 35 mm rod diameter)
according to IEC 60534-6 (Fig. 5 and Fig. 9)
Travel in Lever For actuator Order no.
mm
3.5 to 17.7 S Type 3271-5 with 60/120 cm² on Type 3510 Micro-flow Valve (Fig. 9) 1402-0478
Actuators from other manufacturers and Type 3271 with 120 to 750 cm²
5 to 50 M 1) 1400-7454
effective areas
Actuators from other manufacturers and Type 3271 with 1000 and 1400-
14 to 100 L 1400-7455
60 cm²
Actuators from other manufacturers and Type 3271 with 1400-120 and
40 to 200 XL 1400-7456
2800 cm² and with 120 mm travel
Type 3271 with 1400-120 and 2800 cm² with 30/60 mm travel 2) 1400-7466
Mounting brackets for Emerson and Masoneilan linear actuators (in addition,
30 or 60 L a mounting kit according to IEC 60534-6 is required depending on the travel). 1400-6771
See rows above.
Valtek Type 25/50 1400-9554
G¼ 1400-7461
¼ NPT 1400-7462
G¼ 1400-7458
Accessories ¼ NPT 1400-7459
Stainless steel/brass 1400-6950
Pressure gauge mounting kit up to max. 6 bar (output/supply) Stainless steel/ 1400-6951
stainless steel
1) M lever is mounted on basic device (included in the scope of delivery)
2) In conjunction with Type 3273 Side-mounted Handwheel with 120 mm rated travel, additionally one bracket
(0300-1162) and two countersunk screws (8330-0919) are required.
Table 4: Attachment according to VDI/VDE 3847 (Fig. 7 and Fig. 8)

Electropneumatic positioners with VDI/VDE 3847 interface (Type 3730-1xx0000000x007000) Order no.
Interface adapter 1402-0257
Mounting kit for attachment to SAMSON Type 3277 Actuator with 175 to 750 cm² 1402-0868
Mounting Mounting kit for attachment to SAMSON Type 3271 Actuator or non-SAMSON 1402-0869
parts actuators
Travel pick-off for valve travel up to 100 mm 1402-0177
Travel pick-off for 100 to 200 mm valve travel (SAMSON Type 3271 Actuator only) 1402-0178
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Table 5: Attachment to rotary actuators (Fig. 10 and Fig. 11) Order no.
Attachment acc. to VDI/VDE 3845 (September 2010), see section 11.1 for details
Actuator surface corresponds to fixing level 1
Size AA1 to AA4, version with CrNiMo steel bracket 1400-7448
Size AA1 to AA4, heavy-duty version 1400-9244
Size AA5, heavy-duty version (e.g. Air Torque 10 000) 1400-9542
Bracket surface corresponds to fixing level 2, heavy-duty version 1400-9526
1400-8815
Mounting Attachment for rotary actuators with max. 180° opening angle, fixing level 2 and
parts 1400-9837
Attachment to SAMSON Type 3278 with 160/320 cm², CrNiMo steel bracket 1400-7614
Attachment to SAMSON Type 3278 with 160 cm² and to VETEC Type S160, Type R and
1400-9245
Type M, heavy-duty version
1400-5891
Attachment to SAMSON Type 3278 with 320 cm² and to VETEC Type S320, heavy-du-
and
ty version
1400-9526
Attachment to Camflex II 1400-9120
G¼ 1400-7461
¼ NPT 1400-7462
G¼ 1400-7458
Accessories ¼ NPT 1400-7459
Stainless steel/
1400-6950
brass
Pressure gauge mounting kit up to max. 6 bar (output/supply)
Stainless steel/
1400-6951
stainless steel
Table 6: General accessories Order no.

Reversing amplifier for double-acting actuators Type 3710
Black plastic (6 to 12 mm clamping range) 8808-1011
Blue plastic (6 to 12 mm clamping range) 8808-1012
Cable gland M20 x 1.5, Nickel-plated brass (6 to 12 mm clamping range) 1890-4875
Nickel-plated brass (10 to 14 mm clamping range) 1922-8395
Stainless steel 1.4305 (8 to 14.5 mm clamping range) 8808-0160
Powder-coated aluminum 0310-2149
Adapter M20 x 1.5 to ½ NPT
Stainless steel 1400-7114
Retrofit kit for inductive limit contact 1 x SJ2-SN 1400-9735
DE/EN (delivered state) 1992-8986
Cover plate with list of parameters and oper-
EN/ES 1992-8988
ating instructions
EN/FR 1992-8987
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5 Connections a bore with ¼ NPT or G ¼ thread. Custom-

ary fittings for metal or copper tubing or
WARNING! plastic hoses can be used.
Risk of injury due to the actuator
stem extending or retracting. NOTICE
Do not touch or block the actuator Risk of malfunction due to failure to
stem. comply with required air quality.
Only use supply air that is dry and
free of oil and dust.
NOTICE
Read the maintenance instructions for
Risk of malfunction due to incorrect
upstream pressure reducing stations.
sequence of mounting, installation
Blow through all air pipes and hoses
and start-up.
thoroughly before connecting them.
Keep the following sequence.
1. Remove the protective film from the
If the positioner is attached directly to the
pneumatic connections.
Type 3277 Actuator, the connection of the
2. Mount the positioner on the control
positioner's output pressure to the actuator is
valve.
fixed. For attachment according to
3. Connect the supply air.
IEC 60534-6 (NAMUR), the signal pressure
4. Connect the electrical power.
can be routed to either the top or bottom di-
5. Perform the start-up settings.
aphragm chamber of the actuator, depend-
ing on the actuator's fail-safe action "actua-
tor stem extends" or "actuator stem retracts".
5.1 Pneumatic connections
For rotary actuators, the manufacturer's
NOTICE specifications for connection apply.
Malfunction due to incorrect connection
of the supply air. 5.1.1 Signal pressure gauges
Do not connect the compressed air
To monitor the supply air (supply) and signal
directly to the threaded connections
pressure (output), we recommend mounting
in the positioner housing. Screw the
pressure gauges (see accessories in Table 1
screw fittings into the connecting
to Table 6).
plate, pressure gauge mounting
block or connection block from the
accessories. 5.1.2 Supply pressure
The required supply air pressure depends on
The pneumatic connections in the connecting the bench range and the actuator's operat-
plate, pressure gauge mounting block and ing direction (fail-safe action).
connection block are optionally designed as
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Connections
The bench range is written on the nameplate 5.2 Electrical connections

either as the spring range or signal pressure
range depending on the actuator. The direc- DANGER!
tion of action is marked FA or FE, or by a Risk of electric shock and/or the for-
symbol. mation of an explosive atmosphere.
Actuator stem extends FA (AIR TO OPEN) For electrical installation, observe the
Fail-close (for globe and angle valves): relevant electrotechnical regulations
and the accident prevention regula-
Required supply pressure = Upper bench
tions that apply in the country of use.
range value + 0.2 bar, at least 1.4 bar.
In Germany, these are the VDE regu-
Actuator stem retracts FE (AIR TO CLOSE) lations and the accident prevention
Fail-open (for globe and angle valves): regulations of the employers’ liability
insurance.
For tight-closing valves, the maximum signal
The following regulations apply to in-
pressure pstmax is roughly estimated as fol-
stallation in hazardous areas:
lows:
EN 60079-14: 2008 (VDE 0165,
d² · π · ∆p Part 1) Explosive Atmospheres –
pstmax = F + [bar] Electrical Installations Design, Selec-
4·A tion and Erection.
d = Seat diameter [cm]
∆p = Differential pressure across the valve [bar] WARNING!
A = Actuator diaphragm area [cm²] Incorrect electrical connection will
F = Upper bench range value of the actuator [bar] render the explosion protection un-
safe.
If there are no specifications, calculate as Adhere to the terminal assignment.
follows: Do not undo the enameled screws in
or on the housing.
Required supply pressure = Upper bench
Do not exceed the maximum permis-
range value + 1 bar
sible values specified in the EC type
examination certificates when inter-
5.1.3 Signal pressure (output) connecting intrinsically safe electrical
The signal pressure at the output (38) of the equipment (Ui or U0, li or I0, Pi or P0,
positioner can be restricted to approx. Ci or C0 and Li or L0).
2.4 bar by setting P9 parameter code to
ON.
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Selecting cables and wires Cable entry

Observe clause 12 of EN 60079-14: 2008 Cable entry with M20 x 1.5 cable gland, 6
(VDE 0165, Part 1) for installation of the in- to 12 mm clamping range.
trinsically safe circuits. There is a second M20 x 1.5 threaded hole
Clause 12.2.2.7 applies when running multi- in the housing that can be used for addition-
core cables and wires with more than one al connection, when required.
intrinsically safe circuit. The screw terminals are designed for wire
cross-sections of 0.2 to 2.5 mm². Tighten the
The radial thickness of the insulation of a
screws by 0.5 to 0.6 Nm.
conductor for common insulating materials
The wires for the set point must be connected
(e.g. polyethylene) must not be smaller than
to the terminals 11 and 12 located in the
0.2 mm. The diameter of an individual wire
housing. Only use a current source!
in a fine-stranded conductor must not be
smaller than 0.1 mm. Protect the conductor NOTICE
ends against splicing, e.g. by using wire-end An incorrect electric signal will dam-
ferrules. When two separate cables or wires age the positioner.
are used for connection, an additional cable Do not connect the positioner to a
gland can be installed. Seal cable entries left voltage source. The incorrect connec-
unused with plugs. Fit equipment used in tion of a voltage source of just
ambient temperatures below –20 °C with around 7 V (or around 2 V when
metal cable entries. connected to the wrong pole) by mis-
Equipment for use in zone 2/zone 22 take can damage the positioner.
In equipment operated according to type of Do not interrupt the minimum current

protection Ex nA II (non-sparking equipment) 3.7 mA for longer than two minutes.
according to EN 60079-15: 2003, circuits
may be connected, interrupted, or switched In general, it is not necessary to connect the
while energized only during installation, positioner to a bonding conductor. Should
maintenance, or repair. this be required, however, this conductor can
be connected inside the device.
Equipment connected to energy-limited cir-
cuits with type of protection Ex nL (energy- For operation of the limit contacts in
limited equipment) according to EN 60079- Type 3730-11/-13/-18 Positioners, switching
15: 2003 may be switched under normal amplifiers which comply with EN 60947-5-6
operating conditions. must be connected to terminals 41/42 and
51/52 in the output circuit.
The maximum permissible values specified
in the statement of conformity and its ad- Observe the relevant regulations for installa-
denda apply when interconnecting the tion in hazardous areas.
equipment with energy-limited circuits in Refer to Fig. 15 for the terminal assignment.
type of protection Ex nL IIC.
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Connections
NOTICE Adapter M20 x 1.5 to ½ NPT

Malfunctioning of the positioner! Powder-coated aluminum 0310-2149
The set point must not fall below Stainless steel 1400-7114
3.7 mA while the positioner is run-
ning.
Accessories
Cable glands M20 x 1.5 Order no.
Black plastic
(6 to 12 mm clamping range) 8808-1011
Blue plastic
Nickel-plated brass
Nickel-plated brass
Stainless steel 1.4305
(8 to 14.5 mm clamping range) 8808-0160
Options
(A2) (A1)
+11 -12 +51 -52 +41 -42 +45 -44
Explosion-protected version
Connection for switching amplifiers according
to EN 60947-5-6
Version without explosion protection
Connection to PLC Connection for switching am-
mA control signal Binary input acc. to IEC 61131-2 plifier acc. to EN 60947-5-6
Limit contacts Inductive limit contact
Fig. 15: Electrical connections
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5.2.4 Switching amplifier 6 Operation

For operation of the limit contacts, switching The rotary pushbutton is mainly used to op-
amplifiers must be connected in the output erate the positioner.
circuit. To ensure the operating reliability of To adapt the air capacity, the volume restric-
the positioner, the amplifiers should comply tion must be adjusted.
with the limit values of the output circuits
conforming to EN 60947-5-6.
6.1 Operating controls
Observe the relevant regulations for installa-
tion in hazardous areas. Rotary pushbutton
For applications in safe areas (non-hazard- Turn to select a parameter code (P0 to
ous areas), limit contacts can be directly in- P21) and then press it to confirm the param-
terconnected to the binary input of the PLC in eter code selected.
accordance with IEC 61131. This applies to If you want to change a parameter value,
the standard operating range for digital in- turn to select the required value. Then
puts according to Clause 5.2.1.2 of press to confirm the value.
IEC 61131-2 with the rated voltage of Parameter values that have been changed
24 V DC. are first saved in the EEPROM (protected
against power failure) when the display re-
turns to the status indication mode. Turn
to Code P0 or wait three minutes until the
display returns automatically. The parameter
code is not saved permanently as long as
the icon appears at the top of the display.
Note:
 After changing settings in P2, P3, P4
and P8 parameter codes, the posi-
tioner must be re-initialized.
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6.2 Volume restriction Q If the positioner has not yet been initialized,
the lever position in degrees in relation to
The volume restriction serves to adapt the air the mid-axis is indicated instead of the sys-
output capacity to the size of the actuator. tem deviation. One bar element corresponds
Depending on the air passage at the actua- to approximately a 5° angle of rotation.
tor, two fixed settings are available (see sec-
If the fault indication icon is displayed, turn
tion 7.1).
until ERR is displayed to view the E0 to
Reading E15 error code(s) (see section 7.6).
Icons assigned to certain codes and func-
tions are indicated on the display. The bar
elements indicate the system deviation that
depends on the sign (+/–) and the value.
One bar element appears per 1 % system
deviation.
Limit contact Fail-safe position Settings not yet saved in a non-volatile memory
Actuator
icon
Volume
restriction
Parameter/ Closed-loop Fault Cap of positioner Rotary

error code control shaft pushbutton
Fig. 16: Operating controls and display
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Start-up
7 Start-up sitioner attachment. Reset the dis-

played error code by selecting RST
NOTICE (see section 7.6).
Risk of malfunction due to incorrect
sequence of mounting, installation
and start-up. 7.1 Adjusting the volume re-
Keep the following sequence. striction Q
1. Remove the protective film from the
pneumatic connections. MAX BACK
MIN SIDE
2. Mount the positioner on the control
valve. Q
MIN BACK
3. Connect the supply air. MAX SIDE
4. Connect the electrical power.
5. Perform the start-up settings. Fig. 17: Volume restriction Q
MAX BACK/MIN SIDE setting
The positioner is ready for operation with its The volume restriction Q serves to adapt the
default settings for most applications, provid- air output capacity to the size of the actuator:
ed it has been mounted properly.
−− Actuators with a transit time < 1 s, e.g.
The positioner just needs to be initialized af- linear actuators with an effective area
ter the volume restriction has been set and smaller than 240 cm², require a restrict-
the fail-safe position has been determined. ed air flow rate (MIN).
WARNING! −− Actuators with a transit time ≥ 1 s do
Risk of injury due to the actuator not require the air flow rate to be restrict-
stem extending or retracting. ed (MAX).
Do not touch or block the actuator The position of volume restriction Q also de-
stem. pends on how the signal pressure is routed
at the actuator in SAMSON actuators:
Note: −− The SIDE position applies for actuators
 The positioner has a function to mon- with a signal pressure connection at the
itor the working range. If the lever side, e.g. Type 3271-5.
moves too close to the mechanical −− The BACK position applies for actuators
stops (risk of mechanical damage), with a signal pressure connection at the
the positioner vents the actuator and back, e.g. Type 3277-5.
the valve moves to its fail-safe posi- −− The SIDE restriction position always ap-
tion (S displayed together with E8 er- plies for actuators from other manufac-
ror code). In this case, check the po- turers.
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Start-up
Overview · Position of the volume restric- 7.3 Defining the fail-safe posi-
tion Q*
tion
Signal Transit time
<1 s ≥1 s −− AIR TO OPEN (ATO) applies to a valve
pressure
Connection at the side MIN SIDE MAX SIDE

opening as the signal pressure increases.
−− AIR TO CLOSE (ATC) applies to a valve
Connection at the back MIN BACK MAX BACK
closing as the signal pressure increases.
* Intermediate settings are not permitted.
The signal pressure is the pneumatic pressure
at the output of the positioner applied to the
NOTICE
actuator.
Malfunction due to changed start-up
settings. AIR TO OPEN (ATO) always applies to posi-
Initialize an initialized positioner tioners with a mounted reversing amplifier
again after the position of the volume for double-acting rotary actuators (connec-
restriction has been changed. tions according to section 4.6).
7.2 Adapting the display direc- Default ATO

tion
To adapt the reading on the display to the
mounting situation of the actuator, the dis-
play contents can be turned by 180°. Turn  Code P2
Turn  Code P1 Press , P2 blinks.
Press , Code P1 blinks. Turn  Required fail-safe position (ATO

or ATC)
Press to confirm the setting.
Reading direction for right
attachment of pneumatic
connections 7.4 Setting other parameters
The following table lists all the parameter
codes and their default settings. If you want
Turn until the display is set in the desired
to change the default setting of a parameter,
direction.
proceed in the same manner as previously
Press to confirm selected reading direc- described.
tion.
More details concerning the parameter
codes can be found in the code list in sec-
tion 8.
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Parameter codes
Codes marked by an asterisk (*) indicate that the positioner needs to be re-initialized afterwards
[...] Default settings

P0 Status indication P11 End position w > [OFF]
P1 Limit value A1 switching threshold
Reading direction P12
[2 %]
Limit value A2 switching threshold
P2* Fail-safe position [ATO]/ATO P13
[98 %]
P3* Pin position [35] P14 Reading of set point w
P4* Nominal range [MAX] P15 Start initialization
P5 Characteristic [0] P16 Start zero calibration
P6 Set point [4 to 20 mA] P17 Start manual mode

P7 w/x direction of action [>>] P18 Load default settings
P8* Gain KP [50] P19 Unassigned
P9 Pressure limit 2.4 bar [OFF] P20 Firmware version
P10 End position w < [ON] P21 Control mode [PD]/PID
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7.5 Initialization the CLOSED position as far as it will go in

the other direction.
NOTICE
Tip:
The process is disturbed by the move-
For normal operation, simply start
ment of the actuator stem.
initialization over Code P15 after
Do not initialize the positioner while
mounting the positioner on the valve,
the process is running; only perform
checking the fail-safe position (P2)
an initialization during start-up with
and setting the volume restriction.
the shut-off valves closed.
The positioner only needs to work
A signal pressure above the maxi- with its default settings.
mum permissible limit will damage
the valve. Start initialization by activating Code P15 as
Check the maximum permissible sig- follows:
nal pressure of the control valve be-
fore starting initialization. If neces-
sary, limit the signal pressure by con-
necting an upstream pressure reduc-
ing valve.
Malfunction due to changed mount-
ing or installation circumstances. Turn  Code P15
Reset the positioner to its default set- Press and hold for six seconds.
tings and re-initialize it after the posi- 6-5-4-3-2-1- is counted down on the display.
tioner has been mounted on to an-
Initialization starts. The display blinks!
other actuator or its mounting loca-
tion has been changed. Note:
 The time required for the initialization
During initialization the positioner adapts it- procedure depends on the actuator
self optimally to the friction conditions and transit time and can take a few min-
the signal pressure required by the control utes.
valve.
The type and extent of self-adaptation de-
pends on the preset parameters. Initialization successfully
MAX is the default setting for the nominal % completed, positioner runs in
closed-loop operation
range (Code P4). During the initialization
process, the positioner determines the travel/
rotational angle of the closing element from
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After a successful initialization, the positioner initialization process would be interrupted

runs in closed-loop operation indicated by (E2 error code) because the rated travel
the closed-loop operation icon and con- would not have been reached (E6 error
trol position in % predetermined by the set code). The valve moves to the fail-safe posi-
point on the display. tion (S indicated on the display).
A malfunction leads to the process being in- S
terrupted. The fault indication icon is dis-
played. See section 7.6. Display of the fault indication
Canceling initialization
The initialization can be canceled by press-
ing .
S S
Press , blinking display: ESC
Press to confirm cancelation.
Example 1: A positioner that has not yet
been initialized goes to the fail-safe position
after the initialization process has been can-
The nominal range (Code P4) must be
celed.
changed and the positioner re-initialized to
Example 2: The initialized positioner goes to remedy this problem.
AUTO mode after the re-initialization pro-
Reset error codes
cess has been canceled. The settings of the
previous initialization are used. The E0 and E8 error codes can be reset as
follows:
7.6 Faults
In case of a fault, the fault indication icon
appears at the bottom of the display.
Turn past Code P0 or P21. The respective
error code E0 to E15 together with ERR ap-
pear on the display.
Refer to the code list (section 8) for the cause
of the errors and the recommended action.
Example:
If, for instance, a travel has been entered in
Code P4 (nominal range) which is larger Turn g Error code
than the maximum valve travel possible, the Press , display: ESC
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Start-up
Turn g RST A new zero calibration can be started direct-

ly afterwards.
Press to reset the error.
The reset procedure can be canceled by
pressing when ESC appears.
7.8 Reset
The positioner is in closed-loop operation
7.7 Zero calibration after the initialization has been successfully
completed.
In case of inconsistencies in the closed posi-
A reset causes an initialization to be undone
tion of the valve, e.g. with soft-seated plugs,
and all parameters settings are reset to the
it might be necessary to recalibrate zero.
default settings (see code list in section 8).
Start the zero calibration by activating Code
In Code P18
P16 as follows:
Press and hold for six seconds.
6-5-4-3-2-1- is counted down on the display.
Turn  Code P16

Zero calibration starts, the display blinks!
The positioner moves the control valve to the
CLOSED position and recalibrates the inter-
nal electric zero point.
When the zero calibration has been success-
fully completed, the positioner returns to
closed-loop operation (display with status in-
dication).
Canceling zero calibration
The zero calibration can be canceled by
pressing . The positioner returns the AUTO
mode. ESC blinks on the display and must be
confirmed.
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7.9 Manual mode

The valve position can be moved as follows
using the Manual mode function:
Turn  Code P17
−− The manual set point (w man) is indicat-
ed on the display of an initialized posi-
tioner.
−− The lever position in degrees in relation
to the longitudinal axis is indicated on
the display of a positioner that has not
been initialized.
Turn .
−− Initialized positioner:
The manual set point is adjusted in steps
of 0.1 %. You can move the valve con-
trolled within its range.
−− Positioner not yet initialized:
The valve is moved uncontrolled by ad-
justing the manual set point.
Press to deactivate the manual mode
function.
Note:
 The Manual mode function can only
be exited as described. The position-
er does not automatically exit this
function after three minutes and re-
turn to the display showing the status
indication.
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Code list
8 Code list
Display, values
Code [default setting] Description
Note: Codes marked by an asterisk (*) indicate that the positioner needs to be re-initialized afterwards
P0 Status reading with The reading indicates the valve position or angle of rotation in %
basic information when the positioner is initialized.
Press to show the position of the lever in relation to the mid-ax-
is.
P1 Reading direction The reading direction of the display is turned by 180°.
P2* ATO/ATC Parameter to adapt the positioner to how the control valve func-
[ATO] tions:
ATO (air to open): (signal pressure opens the valve)
ATC (air to close): (signal pressure closes the valve)
P3* Pin position The follower pin must be inserted in the proper position depending
17/25/[35]/50/ on the valve travel/opening angle (see page 15).
70/100/200/90°
P4* Nominal range Firmware 2.20 and higher:
[MAX] The possible adjustment range can be selected in steps of 0.5 mm
depending on the selected pin position:
17 From 3.5 to 11.0 mm, alternatively MAX
For 90° Maximum range only, if P3 = 90°
(MAX = Maximum possible travel)
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Display, values
P5 Characteristic Characteristic selection: 0, 1, 2 for globe valves,
0 to 8 [0] 0 to 8 with rotary actuators (P3 = 90°)
0 Linear
1 Equal percentage
2 Reverse equal percentage
3 SAMSON butterfly valve, linear
4 SAMSON butterfly valve, equal percentage
5 VETEC rotary plug valve, linear
6 VETEC rotary plug valve, equal percentage
7 Segmented ball valve, linear
8 Segmented ball valve, equal percentage
P6 Set point For split-range operation:

[4 to 20 mA] SRLO: low range 4 to 11.9 mA
SRLO/SRHI SRHI: high range 12.1 to 20 mA
P7 w/x Direction of action of the set point w to the valve position x (in-
[>>]/<> creasing/increasing or increasing/decreasing)
P8* Gain KP On initializing the positioner, the gain is set to the selected value.
30/[50] If the positioner hunts, the Kp value can be reduced.
P9 Pressure limitation The signal pressure can take on the same pressure as the supply air
ON/[OFF] at the maximum [OFF] or, in the case that the maximum actuator
force can damage the valve, the pressure is limited to approx.
2.4 bar.
P10 End position w < Lower tight-closing function:
[ON]/OFF If w reaches up to 1 % towards the final value that causes the
valve to close, the actuator is immediately completely vented (with
ATO - air to open) or filled with air (with ATC - air to close).
P11 End position w > Upper tight-closing function:
ON/[OFF] If w reaches up to 99 % towards the final value that causes the
valve to open, the actuator is immediately completely filled with
air (with ATO - air to open) or vented (with ATC - air to close).
P12 Limit A1 Software limit value A1 is displayed or can be changed in relation
0 to 100 % [2 %] to the operating range (steps of 0.5 %).
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Code list
Display, values
P13 Limit A2 Software limit value A2 is displayed or can be changed in relation
0 to 100 % [98 %] to the operating range (steps of 0.5 %).
P14 Info w Initialized Indicates the internally adjusted set point in the positioner (adjust-
ed set point in 0 to 100 % according to the settings in P6 and P7).
Press to display external set point (applied set point in 0 to
100 % according to the 4-20 mA signal).
Not initialized Displays external set point in 0 to 100 % according to the 4-20 mA
signal.
P15 Start initialization Press to cancel the initialization process. As a result, the valve
moves to the fail-safe position.
After a power supply failure during initialization, the positioner
starts with the values of the last initialization (if available).
P16 Start zero calibration The zero calibration process can be interrupted by pressing .
The control valve returns to closed-loop operation.
Note: A zero calibration cannot be started when E1 error code ex-
ists.
After a power supply failure during zero calibration, the positioner
starts with the settings from the last zero calibration.
P17 Manual mode Turn to enter the set point.

P18 Reset Parameters are reset to their default setting.
The positioner can only return to closed-loop operation after it has
been re-initialized.
P19 Unassigned
P20 Firmware version Installed firmware version is displayed. Press to display the last
four digits of the serial number.
P21 Control mode Allows an integral-action component to be included in the control
[PD]/PID parameters
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Code list
Error codes
E0 Zero error Only with tight-closing function P10 (end position w < set to ON).
The zero point has shifted by more than 5 % compared to initializa-
tion. Error can occur when the positioner's attachment position is
shifted or when the valve trim is worn, particularly with soft-sealed
plugs.
Recommended action Check valve and attachment of the positioner. If OK, perform a zero
calibration over Code P16 (see section 7.7) or select error code and
reset (RST).
E1 Displayed and INIT values Parameter code settings were changed after the initialization.
are not identical
Recommended action Select error code and reset (RST).

E2 Positioner not initialized
Recommended action Set parameters and initialize the positioner over Code P15.
E3 KP setting Positioner hunts.
Volume restriction set incorrectly, too much gain.
Recommended action Check the volume restriction setting as described in section 7.1.
Limit gain KP in Code P8. Re-initialize the positioner.
E4 Transit time too fast The transit times of the actuator determined during initialization are
so short (below 0.5 second) that optimal positioner tuning is not pos-
sible.
Recommended action Check the volume restriction setting as described in section 7.1.
Re-initialize the positioner.
E5 Standstill detection is not Supply pressure is too low or varies. Mounting incorrect.
possible
Recommended action Check supply air and positioner mounting.
E6 Travel is not achieved Supply pressure is too low, actuator leaks, incorrect travel adjusted
during initialization or pressure limit function activated.
Recommended action Check supply air, positioner mounting and setting.
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Code list
Error codes
E7 Actuator does not move No supply air, mounting blocked.
No input signal or input signal below 3.7 mA
Recommended action Check supply air, positioner mounting and mA input signal.
E8 Travel signal at lower/ Wrong pin position, wrong lever, wrong attachment direction when
upper limit NAMUR attachment is used.
Recommended action Check positioner mounting and re-initialize the positioner.
E9 Internal error Switch off positioner and wait ten seconds before switching it on
again. If the error reappears, return positioner to SAMSON AG
for repair.
E10 Device error (internal) Return positioner to SAMSON AG for repair.
to
E13
E14 Data error Reset positioner (P18). Reconfigure and re-initialize the positioner.
If the error reappears, return positioner to SAMSON AG for re-
pair.
E15 Device error (internal) Return positioner to SAMSON AG for repair.
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Maintenance
9 Maintenance Devices that have already been operated

outside hazardous areas and are intended
The positioner does not require any mainte- for future use inside hazardous areas must
nance. comply with the safety requirements
There are filters with a 100 µm mesh size in placed on serviced devices. Before being
the pneumatic connections for supply and operated inside hazardous areas, test the
output which can be removed and cleaned, devices according to the specifications for
if required. servicing explosion-protected devices.
The maintenance instructions of any up-
stream supply air pressure reducing stations
must be observed.
10 Servicing explosion-protected
devices
If a part of the device on which the explosion
protection is based needs to be serviced, the
device must not be put back into operation
until a qualified inspector has assessed it ac-
cording to explosion protection require-
ments, has issued an inspection certificate or
given the device a mark of conformity. In-
spection by a qualified inspector is not re-
quired if the manufacturer performs a rou-
tine test on the device before putting it back
into operation. Document the passing of the
routine test by attaching a mark of conformi-
ty to the device. Inspection by a qualified in-
spector is not required if the manufacturer
performs a routine test on the device before
putting it back into operation. Document the
passing of the routine test by attaching a
mark of conformity to the device. Replace
explosion-protected components only with
original, routine-tested components by the
manufacturer.
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Dimensions in mm
11 Dimensions in mm
Pressure
gauge bracket Attachment according to IEC 60534-6
or connecting plate
Lever mm
S = 17
M = 50
L = 100
XL = 200
15
58
70
46
34
Direct attachment
210
M20 x 1.5
80
34
40 28 14
58
164 Output (38) Supply (9)
86
Fig. 18: NAMUR and direct attachment
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Dimensions in mm
Attachment according to 13
VDI/VDE 3847 to Type 3277
200 Lever (see Fig. 21)
164
24
62
164
Attachment according to
VDI/VDE 3847 to a NAMUR
rib
83
62
164
Fig. 19: Attachment according to VDI/VDE 3847
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Dimensions in mm
Heavy-duty version
Output Y1
52 Output Y1 Supply (9)
80
56
86
Output Y2 Reversing Output Y2

amplifier
80 (optional)*
30
86 130
Ø 101 166
Light version
Output A1
50 Supply (9)
A1 Z
76
A2
49
59
58
79
Reversing
amplifier Output A2
50 80 (optional)*
130
Connecting plate 150
G ¼ or ¼ NPT
* Reversing amplifier
– Type 3710 (see drawing of heavy-duty version for
dimensions)
– 1079-1118/1079-1119, no longer available
(see drawing of light version for dimensions)
Fig. 20: Attachment to rotary actuators according to VDI/VDE 3845 (Sept. 2010), fixing level 1, AA1
to AA4 size
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Dimensions in mm
z
y
x
16
Lever x y z 10...17
S 17 mm 25 mm 33 mm
M 25 mm 50 mm 66 mm
L 70 mm 100 mm 116 mm
XL 100 mm 200 mm 216 mm
Fig. 21: Lever
11.1 Fixing levels according to VDI/VDE 3845 (September 2010)

Mmin
Fixing level 2 (bracket surface)

M6 25
C
Fixing level 1 (actuator surface)
Actuator
Dimensions in mm
B
Ød
Size A B C Ød Mmin ØD*

AA0 50 25 15 5.5 for M5 66 50
AA1 80 30 20 5.5 for M5 96 50
ØD AA2 80 30 30 5.5 for M5 96 50
AA3 130 30 30 5.5 for M5 146 50
A
AA4 130 30 50 5.5 for M5 146 50
AA5 200 50 80 6.5 for M6 220 50
* Flange type F05 according to DIN EN ISO 5211
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Addendum Page 1 Addendum Page 2
76

T6 - 40°C ... 65°C - 40°C ... 45°C

T5 - 40°C ... 80°C - 40°C ... 60°C
1 2 and 3 4 T4 - 40°C ... 80°C - 40°C ... 75°C
11 / 12 41 / 42 and 51 / 52 44 / 45
28V 20V 16V

115mA 60mA 25 / 52mA
1W 250mW 64 / 169mW
6nF 16nF 30nF
0µH 0µH 100µH

28V 300 28V Diode

T6 - 40°C ... 55°C
T5 - 40°C ... 70°C
T4 - 40°C ... 80°C
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Revision Control Number: 2 / June 08 Addendum to EB 8384-1EN Revision Control Number: 2 / June 08 Addendum to EB 8384-1EN

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11+ control signal

12- circuit 1

v 41+ limit switch (software)
42- circuit 2
51+ limit switch (software)
transmitter
52- circuit 3
e/p Positioner
Model 3730-13
44+ Inductive limit switch

e. g. transistor relay,
45- circuit 4
UNSPECIFIED APPARATUS

#E
11+ control signal

12- circuit 1
#E

42- circuit 2


52- circuit 3
Model 3730-13
e/p- Positioner
45- circuit 4

77
78

T6 - 40°C ... 65°C - 40°C ... 45°C

T5 - 40°C ... 80°C - 40°C ... 60°C
1 2 and 3 4 T4 - 40°C ... 80°C - 40°C ... 75°C
11 / 12 41 / 42 and 51 / 52 44 / 45
28V 20V 16V

115mA 60mA 25 / 52mA
1W 250mW 64 / 169mW
6nF 16nF 30nF
0µH 0µH 100µH

28V 280 115mA 1W 28V # 0mA

T6 - 40°C ... 55°C
T5 - 40°C ... 70°C
T4 - 40°C ... 80°C
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#E
11+ control signal

12-
circuit 1

#E
11+ control signal
41+ limit switch (software) 12- circuit 1
42- circuit 2 v 41+ limit switch (software)

51+ limit switch (software) 42- circuit 2

52- circuit 3 limit switch (software)
51+
Model 3730-13
e/p- Positioner
transmitter
52- circuit 3
45- circuit 4
e/p Positioner
Model 3730-13
e. g. transistor relay,
45- circuit 4
UNSPECIFIED APPARATUS

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2016-08-12 · English
SAMSON AG · MESS- UND REGELTECHNIK

Weismüllerstraße 3 · 60314 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Phone: +49 69 4009-0 · Fax: +49 69 4009-1507
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1 Important safety instructions...........................................................................6

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7.4 Setting other parameters...............................................................................48

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1 Important safety instructions

−− Proper shipping and storage are assumed.

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3 Design and principle of oper- of the valve to the microcontroller (5).

ation The PD controller (3) compares this actual

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1 Control valve 7 Air capacity booster

Fig. 1: Functional diagram

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3.1 Technical data

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Type 3730-1 Positioner

Proximity SJ2-SN Measuring plate not detected: ≥3 mA · Measuring plate detected: ≤1 mA

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Explosion protection certificates

Type Certification Type of protection/comments

Date 2017-10-01 2Ex s II T6 X

EC type Number PTB 04 ATEX 2033 II 2G Ex ia IIC T6 Gb;

Ex ia IIC T6; Class I, Zone 0;

Class I, Zone 0 AEx ia IIC

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Type Certification Type of protection/comments

Number RU C DE.08.B.00113 2 Ex nA IIC T6/T5/T4 Gc X;

Date 2013-11-15 2 Ex ic IIC T6/T5/T4 Gc X;

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4 Attachment to the control Observe the assignment between le-

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Direct attachment to Type 3277-5 and Type 3277 Actuators

120 7.5 5.0 to 16.0 M 25

120/175/240/350 15 7.0 to 22.0 M 35

Attachment according to IEC 60534-6 (NAMUR)

Rotary actuators Assigned

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1 Lever 12 Connection block

Actuator stem extends

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4.2 Attachment according to 3. Mount connecting plate (6) or pressure

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Attachment to rod-type yoke

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4.3 Attachment according to of the actuator stem.

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13 17.1 17 17.2 18 18.1

Fig. 6: Attachment according to VDI/VDE 3847 to Type 3277 Actuator

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Fig. 7: Fail-safe action

9. Mount the adapter block (13) together

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8. Fasten the adapter block (13) to the

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