SC/V - VALVE ACTUATOR

DOUBLE ACTING
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 5017
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Manual. The information herein contained are reserved property of STI S.r.l.

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INDEX

1 GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................................................. 1

1.1 GENERALITIES .................................................................................................................................. 1
1.2 MANUFACTURER............................................................................................................................... 1
1.3 TERMS AND CONDITIONS ................................................................................................................... 1
1.4 MANUFACTURER’S LIABILITY .............................................................................................................. 1
1.5 APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND DIRECTIVES ........................................................................................ 2
1.6 SYMBOLOGY USED............................................................................................................................ 2
2 DEVICE DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................................................... 3
3 TECHNICAL DATA ............................................................................................................................... 4
4 LABEL ................................................................................................................................................... 5
5 OPERATING CONDITIONS AND INTENDED USE ............................................................................. 6
5.1 OPERATING CONDITIONS ................................................................................................................... 6
5.2 INTENDED USE .................................................................................................................................. 6
6 TRANSPORT ........................................................................................................................................ 7
7 RECEPTION.......................................................................................................................................... 7
8 STORAGE ............................................................................................................................................. 7
9 INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................... 8
9.1 CHECKS TO BE PERFORMED BEFORE INSTALLATION ............................................................................ 8
9.2 ALIGNMENT OF THE SC/V VALVE ACTUATOR....................................................................................... 8
9.3 PNEUMATIC CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................................ 9
9.4 EARTHLING CONNECTION .................................................................................................................. 9
10 INSTRUCTION FOR THE OPERATORS ....................................................................................... 10
10.1 FIELD ACTIVITIES ............................................................................................................................ 10
10.2 RESIDUAL RISKS ............................................................................................................................ 10
11 MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................................................. 11
11.1 PERIODIC INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE...................................................................................... 11
11.2 EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................... 11
11.3 GREASES ....................................................................................................................................... 12
12 PARTS LIST GENERAL ASSEMBLY ............................................................................................ 13
12.1 CASTING ACTUATOR ....................................................................................................................... 13
12.2 NO CASTING ACTUATOR ................................................................................................................. 19
13 TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................................... 25
14 SPARE PARTS ............................................................................................................................... 25
15 DISASSEMBLING ........................................................................................................................... 26
16 DECOMMISSIONING ...................................................................................................................... 26

ANNEX A_SC/V150-200-250-320: CASTING CYL. .................................................................................. A1

ANNEX B_SC/V200: NO CASTING CYL. ................................................................................................. B1
ANNEX C_SC/V260-330-390: NO CASTING CYL. .................................................................................. C1
ANNEX D_SC/V300-400-500: NO CASTING CYL. .................................................................................. D1
ANNEX E_SC/V420-520-600-650-800-850: NO CASTING CYL. ............................................................. E1

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Important This Instruction Manual is an integral part of the machine, it should be carefully
read before carrying out any operation and it should be kept for future
references. The operators shall adopt the safety precautions required by the
country where the product is installed.
This Instruction Manual is realized in accordance with the Directive 2006/42/CE.

1.1 Generalities
STI S.r.l. actuators are conceived, manufactured and controlled according to the Quality management
System in compliance with EN ISO 9001 International Standard.

1.2 Manufacturer
With respect to Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, the Manufacturer of the described SC/V valve actuator is
STI S.r.l. as specified on the label.

STI S.r.l. Via Dei Caravaggi 15

24040 Levate (BG) Italy
Tel. +39 035 2928.2
Fax +39 035 2928.247
[email protected]

1.3 Terms and conditions

STI S.r.l. guarantees each single product to be free from defects and to conform to current goods
specifications. The warranty period is two years from the date of shipment to the first user. The warranty
does not cover special products or components not covered by warranty in their turn by subcontractors. No
warranty is given for products which have been subject to improper storage, improper installation, improper
maintenance or which have been modified or repaired by unauthorised personnel.

1.4 Manufacturer’s liability

The SC/V valve actuator is designed in accordance with the applicable International Rules and
Specifications, but the following regulations must be observed in any case:
- the general and safety regulations;
- the plant specific regulations and requirements;
- the proper use of personal devices, protective devices (glasses, clothing, gloves, etc), tools and
transport equipment.
STI S.r.l. declines all liability in the event of:
- use SC/V valve actuator in other applications than the designated ones;
- use of the SC/V valve actuator in contravention of local safety at work legislation;
- lack of care during transport, installation, operations, maintenances of the SC/V valve actuator or
incorrect application of the instructions provided on the SC/V valve actuator label and in this manual;
- modifications or repairs without STI S.r.l. authorisation;
- work done on the unit by unqualified or unsuitable operators.

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Considering that STI S.r.l. has no direct control over particular applications, operation or maintenance
conditions, it is the operator’s responsibility to comply with all applicable safety rules; it is the sole
responsibility of the operator to ensure that the local health and safety regulations are adhered to.
Depending on the specific working conditions, additional precautions may be requested.
Please inform STI S.r.l. urgently if you face unsafe situations not described in this Instruction Manual.

1.5 Applicable Standards and Directives

EN ISO 12100:2010 Safety of machinery - General principles for design - Risk assessment and risk
reduction
IEC 61508:2010 Functional safety of electrical / electronic / programmable electronic safety-
related systems
2006/42/EC Machinery Directive
97/23/EC Pressure Equipments Directive (PED)
94/9/CE Equipments used in potentially explosive atmospheres (ATEX)

1.6 Symbology used

Dangerous symbols: be careful where these symbols are shown, they indicate a potentially hazardous
situation and they warn that if the steps are not properly performed, may result causing serious injury,
death or long-term risks to the health of exposed persons.

GENERAL DANGER DANGER POWER SUPPLY CRUSHING HAZARD

Obligation symbols: if these symbols are shown, the corresponding direction shall be followed.

General obligation Must wear Must wear Must wear Must wear Must wear
(with the possible protective protective protective protective earplugs
supplementary clothing. footwear. helmet. glasses
signboard)

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2 DEVICE DESCRIPTION
The SC/V valve actuator is made by three main parts:
- the cylinder group, with a piston inside that divides the internal volume in two chambers. A stem
connects the piston to the valve stem;
- the yoke, that fix the cylinder to the valve;
- the manual override (if required).
Different kind of pneumatic accessories could be mounting on the SC/V valve actuator depending on the
performance required.

Figure 1 – SC/V valve actuator

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3 TECHNICAL DATA
Double Acting
Model
Casting Actuators No Casting Actuators
Cylinder material Aluminum Carbon steel, Stainless steel, Fiber
200mm, 260mm, 300mm, 330mm,
390mm, 400mm, 420mm, 500mm,
150mm/≤40mm
520mm, 600mm, 635mm, 650mm,
Size (cylinder diameter) 200mm/≤150mm
735mm, 800mm, 835mm, 850mm,
/ Stroke (*) 250mm/≤150mm
935mm, 1000mm, 1040mm,
320mm/≤300mm
1100mm, 1200mm, 1300mm,
1420mm, 1500mm
Standard design
10bar 10bar
pressure (**)
Standard operating
-20°C/+70°C -20°C/+70°C
temperature range (***)
Expected lifetime 20 years 20 years

(*) Stroke for No Casting Actuators not defined in this table.

(**) For some special application the design pressure is 12 bar.
(***) For some special application the operating temperature range could be another one included in the
extended temperature range from -60°C to 100°C.

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4 LABEL
Every SC/V valve actuator is provided with a label contains the main operating conditions and serial
number. The label may change if the SC/V valve actuator is sold with reference to a Certificate of product
and/or system issued by Notified Body Exterior or Certificate of Conformity issued by STI S.r.l..

Figure 2 – SC/V standard label

Warning

It is severely forbidden to use the SC/V valve actuator under conditions other than
those provided on the label.

Important
It is forbidden to modify the information and the marks without previous written
authorization by STI S.r.l..
Do not remove the label and/or replace with other label.

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5 OPERATING CONDITIONS AND INTENDED USE
Warning

It is severely forbidden to use the SC/V valve actuator for purpose or application
other than those for which it was designed and here specified.

5.1 Operating conditions

The label fastened on the SC/V valve actuator contains the main operating conditions for the specified
application (see Section 4). Other operating conditions are reported on the documents accompanying the
actuator. For general operating conditions see Section 3.

5.2 Intended use

The SC/V valve actuator series has been specifically designed for control valves, typically used in on-off
application or regulation mode. In order to open/close the valve without the support of the supply fluid, in
some application the manual override is required. Every manual override is provided with a label contains
the correct using steps.

Figure 3 – Manual override standard label

After the manual override using, take off the manual override pin and then check the correct behavior of the
SC/V valve actuator with a functional test or a visual check of the pin.

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6 TRANSPORT
Warning
The following instructions must be respected:
- operations must be carried out only by skilled operators;
- always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear to prevent personal
injury. Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional
measures that must be taken to protect against process media.

Important

The lifting and handling should be made in compliance with the laws and
provisions in force.

Lift the SC/V valve actuator with belts, using its eyebolts. Make sure that the belts never scratches the
accessories and pneumatic/electric connection.

7 RECEPTION
SC/V valve actuator leave the factory in perfect condition. Performances of each unit are guaranteed by
tests and data reported on a specific Test Report. At the reception of the SC/V valve actuator:
- check that the model correspond with that of order confirmation;
- check that the pneumatic diagrams, wiring diagrams and dimensional drawing are furnished with
document accompanying the actuator;
- check that the SC/V valve actuator was not damaged during transportation. If necessary renovate the
painting according to the specification reported on the order confirmation.

8 STORAGE
In order to maintain the guaranteed actuator performances until the SC/V valve actuator is installed on site,
proper attention must be observed for preservation during the storage period. If the SC/V valve actuator
needs storage before installation:
- place it in a dry, clean place and take all necessary measures to avoid contact with dust, dirt and
humidity during storage;
- make sure that connection protections and/or the mechanical locks will not be removed during the
storage;
- storage temperature must be between -20°C and +40°C.

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9 INSTALLATION
Warning
The following instructions must be respected:
- operations must be carried out only by skilled operators;
- always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear to prevent personal
injury. Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional
measures that must be taken to protect against process media.

Important

Not performing the following procedures will invalidate the product warranty.

9.1 Checks to be performed before installation

It is recommended to check the SC/V valve actuator conditions before the installation, then:
- prepare the necessary tools for the assembly and setting of the unit;
- check that the coupling dimensions meet the specified coupling dimensions;
- clean the SC/V valve actuator surfaces and remove anything that might prevent a perfect adherence
with the valve;

9.2 Alignment of the SC/V valve actuator

After installation on the valve:
- check that the SC/V valve actuator are correctly mounted on the valve and the actuator is perfectly
aligned with the valve stem;
- make sure that there is no abnormal binding, sticking or jumping in the motion of the system
(actuator/applied load) for the whole shaft;

Warning

Do not lift the valve with the SC/V valve

actuator eyebolts

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9.3 Pneumatic connections
Warning
Check that the values of pneumatic supply available are compatible with those
reported on the label of the SC/V valve actuator: a pressure regulator is absolutely
necessary when supply pressure is higher than max operating pressure.
User must consider and take all precautions to avoid that pressurized parts are
not used out of specified range and to avoid exposure to fire.

Important

For easier maintenance, it is recommended to install a filter with five micron

cartridge and shut-off valve on the supply connection.

It is required to follow this steps during the pneumatic connection:

- no lubricators on supply fluid line is required;
- use pipes and connections appropriate as for type, rating, material and dimensions;
- properly deburr the ends of rigid pipes;
- properly clean the interior of pipes sending through them plenty of the supply fluid;
- use pipe sealant sparingly and only on male threads. A non-hardening sealant is strongly
recommended;
- fasten the connection pipes so that no irregular strains or loosening of threaded connections occur;
- make the pneumatic connections according to the pneumatic diagram;
- check the absence of leakages from pneumatic connections. If necessary tighten the nuts of the pipe-
fittings;
- after connecting the actuator, gradually increase the supply pressure up to the maximum operating
pressure.

9.4 Earthling connection

Warning

Check if the SC/V valve actuator has a properly earthling connection.

The earthling connection is guaranteed trough the fixing flange of the SC/V valve actuator. If the earthling
connection of the system where SC/V valve actuator is mounted is not guaranteed, it is required to ensure
a directly earthling connection.

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10 INSTRUCTION FOR THE OPERATORS
Warning
The following instructions must be respected:
- operations must be carried out only by skilled operators;
- always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear to prevent personal
injury. Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional
measures that must be taken to protect against process media.

Important

Any repair work other than the operations outlines in this Instruction Manual is
allowed only if STI S.r.l. authorises it.

10.1 Field activities

During the start-up of the SC/V valve actuator:
- check that the pressure and quality of the supply fluid (filtering degree, dehydration, etcetera) are as
prescribed;
- check if the operating condition are as prescribed;
- check if the actuator is perfectly aligned with the valve stem;
- check that there are no leak of the pneumatic connections;
- check that there are no leak of the accessories mounted on the SC/V valve actuator;
- check that there are no leak of the cylinder of SC/V valve actuator;
- remove all rust on the SC/V valve actuator surfaces;
- repair paint-coat that has been damaged, in accordance with the applicable painting specifications;
- perform a complete functional test.

10.2 Residual Risks

Reasonably foreseeable misuse:
- risk due to movements of loads during transport and installation;
- crushing during transport and installation;
- installation in ambient with not planned conditions;
- metal temperature at high or very low values as consequence of ambient temperature as to be
considered as a risk of person injury in case of contact;
- insert incorrect motive fluid into the system;
- supply pressure out of planned range;
- emissions of hazardous substances where dangerous gases are used as motive fluid.

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11 MAINTENANCE
Warning
The following instructions must be respected:
- operations must be carried out only by skilled operators (STI operators or
operators qualified by STI are recommended);
- always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear to prevent personal
injury. Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional
measures that must be taken to protect against process media.

Before any type of operation and/or maintenance is performed, make sure that:
- actuator, accessories and all connected equipment are not under pressure and in safe conditions;
- fluid supply, power or other energy sources and signals are disconnected;
- actuator is free from any mechanism able to move.

11.1 Periodic Inspections and maintenance

Periodic visual inspections are recommended. The user shall:
- plan and provide for a periodic cleaning/maintenance program that will maintain the external surface of
the SC/V valve actuator free from excessive layer of dust;
- lubrication the external mechanical devices in motion every six months (see Section 12.3 for the
correct grease type);
- check painting status of the entire actuator at least every three months. If any damage on the painting
film is present, the user shall immediately carry out an adequate painting touch-up;
- replace the gaskets and the grease every 2- 3 years depending on the actuator operating conditions;
see enclosed annexes for any details:
o 150-200-250-320 – Casting Cylinder;
o 200 – No Casting Cylinder;
o 260-330-390 – No Casting Cylinder;
o 300-400-500 – No Casting Cylinder;
o 420-520-600-650-800-850 – No Casting Cylinder.

11.2 Extraordinary maintenance

In case of extraordinary maintenance, following malfunction and related troubleshooting, proceed as written
in Section 13.

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11.3 Greases
Low
Very Low Standard High
SC/V cylinder temperature
temperature temperature temperature
material (-40°C< Tmin <-
(Tmin ≤ -40°C) (-20°C ≤ T ≤ -70°C) (Tmax > 70°C)
20°C)
RHEOLUBE 361F RHOESIL 500F MOLYGUARD SYNTHY 101
Aluminum (Tecnolube seal) (Tecnolube seal) IDROSFER (Tecnolube seal)
Nickel plated RHEOLUBE 361F RHOESIL 500F MOLYGUARD SYNTHY 101
carbon steel (Tecnolube seal) (Tecnolube seal) IDROSFER (Tecnolube seal)
Chrome plated RHEOLUBE 361F RHOESIL 500F POLIMER 400/1 SYNTHY 101
carbon steel (Tecnolube seal) (Tecnolube seal) (Tecnolube seal) (Tecnolube seal)
RHEOLUBE 361F RHOESIL 500F POLIMER 400/1 SYNTHY 101
Stainless steel
(Tecnolube seal) (Tecnolube seal) (Tecnolube seal) (Tecnolube seal)
RHEOLUBE 361F RHOESIL 500F POLIMER 400/1 SYNTHY 101
Fiber
(Tecnolube seal) (Tecnolube seal) (Tecnolube seal) (Tecnolube seal)

Manual Very Low Low High

temperature Standard
override temperature temperature
(-40°C<Tmin<-20°C) temperature
material (Tmin ≤-40°C) (Tmax > 70°C)
MU EP MU EP MU EP
All material MOLIKOTE
(Agip) (Agip) (Agip)

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12 PARTS LIST GENERAL ASSEMBLY
12.1 Casting Actuator

Figure 4 – Casting Actuator: typical design

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 Figure 5 – Casting Actuator: typical design

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 Figure 6 – Casting Actuator: option A

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 Figure 7 – Casting Actuator: option B

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 Figure 8 – Casting Actuator: option C

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 Figure 9 – Casting Actuator: option D

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12.2 No Casting Actuator

Figure 10 – No Casting Actuator: typical design

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 Figure 11 – No Casting Actuator: typical design

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 Figure 12 – No Casting Actuator: option A

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 Figure 13 – No Casting Actuator: option B

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 Figure 14 – No Casting Actuator: option C

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 Figure 15 – No Casting Actuator: option D

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13 TROUBLESHOOTING
EVENT POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Lack of pneumatic supply Check supply line
Low supply pressure Adjust supply pressure
Pneumatic circuit failure Call STI S.r.l.
Thrust on stem not enough (valve
Call valve manufacturer
seizing)
SC/V valve actuator
Thrust on stem not enough (wrong
doesn’t move Call STI S.r.l.
actuator sizing)
Put the SC/V valve actuator in a
Presence of an external obstruction safety condition and remove the
obstruction
Damaged actuator internal component Call STI S.r.l.
Replace the lubricators
Lubricators unsuitable
Call STI S.r.l.
Check the actuator stem alignment
SC/V valve actuator Stem misalignment
Call STI S.r.l.
doesn’t move in a
Thrust on stem not enough (valve
linear way Call valve manufacturer
seizing)
Thrust on stem not enough (wrong
Call STI S.r.l.
actuator sizing)
Incorrect positioner calibration Call STI S.r.l.
Opening/Closing
Pneumatic circuit not suitable Call STI S.r.l.
time not satisfy
Wrong actuator sizing Call STI S.r.l.
Replace the gaskets
Deterioration and/or damage of gasket
Call STI S.r.l.
Leakages from
Deterioration and/or damage of the
pneumatic cylinder Call STI S.r.l.
cylinder or the upper/lower cap
Incorrect tie rods tighten Call STI S.r.l.
The nuts of pipe fittings are not tighten
Leakages from Tighten the nuts
enough
pneumatic circuit
An accessory does not work correctly Call STI S.r.l.

Important

If another event happens or another possible cause of the above events has
been detected, call STI S.r.l.

14 SPARE PARTS
Contact STI S.r.l. for the gasket kit required for the gaskets replacement. Other spare parts can be sent to
the customer if required.

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15 DISASSEMBLING
Important
The customer can disassemble the SC/V valve actuator only for the
gaskets/grease replacement (see Section 11).
In other cases, the disassembling is not allowed if it is not authorized by STI.

16 DECOMMISSIONING

Warning
The following instructions must be respected:
- operations must be carried out only by skilled operators;
- always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear to prevent personal
injury. Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional
measures that must be taken to protect against process media.

Important

Check local authority regulation before disposal.

SUBJECT HAZARDOUS RECYCABLE DISPOSAL

Metals No Yes Use licensed recyclers

Plastics No Yes Use specialist recyclers

Rubber (seals, o-rings) Yes No May require special treatment

before disposal, use specialist
waste disposal companies

Oil and grease Yes Yes May require special treatment

before disposal, use specialist
waste disposal companies

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ANNEX A_SC/V150-200-250-320: Casting Cyl.
GASKETS REPLACEMENT
SC/V 150-200-250-320: Casting Cylinder
Warning The following instructions must be respected:
- operations must be carried out only by qualified staff (STI operators or
operators qualified by STI are recommended);
- always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear to prevent personal
injury. Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional
measures that must be taken to protect against process media.

During the gaskets replacement:

- take care to not damage gaskets grooves during maintenance;
- use only the grease type shown in the enclosed table.

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Disassembling:
9.1 Disconnect the actuator from the air supply and ensure the actuator is not pressurized.
9.2 Disconnect the actuator stem from the valve stem.
9.3 Disassemble the upper actuator cover by removing the screws (pos.12) and all the accessories /
fittings where needed.
9.4 Remove the shaft (pos.17) and piston (pos.5) from the cylinder (pos.1).
9.5 Remove o-ring (pos. 9) from the cylinder.
9.6 Remove the sliding ring (pos. 14) and o-ring (pos.15) from the piston.
9.7 Remove snap ring (pos.4). Push the bushing (pos.2) towards the inside of the actuator and remove
the gaskets (pos.3,10 and 19).
9.8 For stroke lengths of less then 100 mm (top mounting positioner):
9.8.1 remove screws (pos.24);
9.8.2 remove the positioner and its linkage and remove the flange;
9.8.3 replace the wiper ring (pos.22) and o-rings (pos.25 e 23).

Replacement:
9.9 Clean the actuator parts with a mild detergent suitable for grease using a brush, then dry with a cloth
and compressed air.
9.10 Apply grease on the rough parts of the bottom of the cylinder. Do not apply grease of the machined
surfaces on the bottom of the cylinder.
9.11 Apply grease to the o-rings and install them on the bushings. Insert and fix the bushing into the
cylinder.
9.12 Fill the grease reservoir along the outer rim of the piston.

Important

Apply grease to the gaskets prior installation.

9.13 Install new gaskets kit.

9.14 Apply grease to the inside surface of the cylinder.
9.15 Install the sliding ring on the piston.
9.16 Install the o-ring on the piston and remove the excess grease.
9.17 Insert the piston into the cylinder.
9.18 Mount the upper cover on the actuator. Torque the nuts to the value indicated into the table below.
9.19 Test the piston movement using an air gun.
9.20 Plumb all pneumatic connections and check for air leaks at 1 bar (0,1 MPa) air supply pressure. If
there are no leaks, repeat the test at 7 bar (0,7 MPa).
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9.21 Remove the excess grease from the shaft.

SC/V Torque [Nm]

150 10 ( 7,4 lbf-ft )
200 14 ( 10,3 lbf-ft )
250 18 ( 13,3 lbf-ft )
320 20 ( 14,7 lbf-ft )

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Manual 5017, rev. 02 06/2017 – SC/V A3

ANNEX B_SC/V200: No Casting Cyl.
GASKETS REPLACEMENT
SC/V 200: No Casting Cylinder
Warning The following instructions must be respected:
- operations must be carried out only by qualified staff (STI operators or
operators qualified by STI are recommended);
- always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear to prevent personal
injury. Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional
measures that must be taken to protect against process media.

During the gaskets replacement:

- take care to not damage gaskets grooves during maintenance;
- use only the grease type shown in the enclosed table.

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Manual 5017, rev. 02 06/2017 – SC/V B1

Disassembling:
9.1 Disconnect the actuator from the air supply and ensure the actuator is not pressurized.
9.2 Disconnect the actuator stem from the valve stem.
9.3 Disassemble the actuator cover by removing the screws (pos.17 and/or 16) and all the accessories /
fittings where needed.
9.4 Remove the shaft (pos.9) and piston (pos.6) from the cylinder (pos.12).
9.5 Remove o-rings (pos. 5) from the caps.
9.6 Remove the sliding ring (pos. 7) and o-ring (pos.8) from the piston.
9.7 Remove rings end dust seal from the lower cap (pos. 2-3-4).
9.8 For stroke lengths of less then 100 mm (top mounting positioner):
9.8.1 remove the positioner and its linkage and remove screws(pos 20);
9.8.2 remove the flange (pos.14);
9.8.3 remove the wiper ring (pos.18) and o-rings (pos.15 e 16).

Replacement:
9.9 Clean the actuator parts with a mild detergent suitable for grease using a brush, then dry with a cloth
and compressed air.
9.10 Apply grease on the rough parts of the bottom of the cylinder. Do not apply grease of the machined
surfaces on the bottom of the cylinder.
9.11 Install rings on cups of cylinder and flange (if necessary) after apply grease.
9.12 Fill the grease reservoir along the outer rim of the piston.

Important

Apply grease to the gaskets prior installation.

9.13 Install new gaskets kit.

9.14 Apply grease to the inside surface of the cylinder.
9.15 Install the sliding ring on the piston.
9.16 Install the o-ring on the piston and remove the excess grease.
9.17 Fill the grease reservoir along the outer rim of the lower cup.
9.18 Insert the piston into the cylinder paying attention to assembly direction.
9.19 Mount the assemble piston-cylinder on the lower cup of actuator. Torque the nuts to the value
indicated into the table below.
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9.20 Test the piston movement using an air gun.
9.21 Plumb all pneumatic connections and check for air leaks at 1 bar (0,1 MPa) air supply pressure. If
there are no leaks, repeat the test at 7 bar (0,7 MPa).
9.22 Remove the excess grease from the shaft.

SC/V Torque [Nm]

200 14 ( 10,3 lbf-ft )

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Manual 5017, rev. 02 06/2017 – SC/V B3

ANNEX C_SC/V260-330-390: No Casting Cyl.
GASKETS REPLACEMENT
SC/V 260-330-390: No Casting Cylinder
Warning The following instructions must be respected:
- operations must be carried out only by qualified staff (STI operators or
operators qualified by STI are recommended);
- always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear to prevent personal
injury. Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional
measures that must be taken to protect against process media.

During the gaskets replacement:

- take care to not damage gaskets grooves during maintenance;
- use only the grease type shown in the enclosed table.

Disassembling:
9.1 Disconnect the actuator from the air supply and ensure the actuator is not pressurized.
9.2 Disconnect the actuator stem from the valve stem.

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Manual 5017, rev. 02 06/2017 – SC/V C1

9.3 Disassemble the upper actuator cover by removing the nuts (pos.14) and all the accessories / fittings
where needed.
9.4 Remove the shaft (pos.9) and piston (pos.6) from the cylinder (pos.10).
9.5 Remove o-ring from the upper cover.
9.6 Remove the sliding ring (pos.7) and o-ring (pos.8) from the piston.
9.7 Remove the bushing and the gaskets (pos.3,4,5 and 22 of page C1).
9.8 For stroke lengths of less than 100 mm (top mounting positioner):
9.8.1 Remove screws (pos.22 of this page);
9.8.2 Remove the accessories and the bushing (pos.24);
9.8.3 replace o-ring (pos.23).

Replacement:
9.9 Clean the actuator parts with a mild detergent suitable for grease using a brush, then dry with a cloth
and compressed air.
9.10 apply grease on the back cover of the cylinder.
9.11 Apply grease to the o-rings and install them on bushing. Insert the bushing into the back cover.
9.12 Fill the grease reservoir along the outer rim of the piston.

Important

Apply grease to the gaskets prior installation.

9.13 Install new gaskets kit.

9.14 Apply grease to the inside surface of the cylinder.
9.15 Install the sliding ring on the piston.
9.16 Install the o-ring on the piston and remove the excess grease.
9.17 Insert the piston into the cylinder
9.18 Mount the upper cover on the actuator and torque tie rods nuts to the value indicated on the table
below.
9.19 Apply grease to the bushing chamber using the relevant lubricator.
9.20 Test the piston movement using an air gun.
9.21 Plumb all pneumatic connections and check for air leaks at 1 bar (0,1 MPa) air supply pressure. If
there are no lacks, repeat the test at 7 bar (0,7 MPa).
9.22 Remove the excess grease from the shaft.

SC/V Torque [ Nm]

260 60 ( 44,2 lbf-ft )
330 60 ( 44,2 lbf-ft )
390 70 ( 51,2 lbf-ft )

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Manual 5017, rev. 02 06/2017 – SC/V C2

ANNEX D_SC/V300-400-500: No Casting Cyl.
GASKETS REPLACEMENT
SC/V 300-400-500: No Casting Cylinder
Warning The following instructions must be respected:
- operations must be carried out only by qualified staff (STI operators or
operators qualified by STI are recommended);
- always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear to prevent personal
injury. Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional
measures that must be taken to protect against process media.

During the gaskets replacement:

- take care to not damage gaskets grooves during maintenance;
- use only the grease type shown in the enclosed table.

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Manual 5017, rev. 02 06/2017 – SC/V D1

Disassembling:
9.1 Disconnect the actuator from the air supply and ensure the actuator is not pressurized.
9.2 Disconnect the actuator stem from the valve stem
9.3 Disassemble the upper cover by unscrewing the nuts (pos.12) and removing all the accessories /
fittings where needed.
9.4 Remove the shaft (pos.14) and piston (pos.7) from the cylinder (pos.10).
9.5 Remove o-ring (pos. 9) away from the upper cover.
9.6 Remove the sliding ring (pos.6) and o-ring (pos. 5) from the piston.
9.7 Remove the bushing (pos.15) and the gaskets (pos.1.3,4 and 16).
9.8 For stroke lengths of less than 100 mm (top mounting positioner):
9.8.1 remove screws (pos.22);
9.8.2 remove the accessories and the bushing (pos.24);
9.8.3 replace OR (pos.23).

Replacement:
9.9 Clean the actuator parts with a mild detergent suitable for grease using a brush, then dry with a cloth
and compressed air.
9.10 Apply grease on the rough parts of the bottom of the cylinder.
9.11 Apply grease o-ring and install them on bushing. Insert the bushing into bottom cover.
9.12 Fill the grease reservoir along the outer rim of the piston.

Important

Apply grease to the gaskets prior installation.

9.13 Install new gaskets kit.

9.14 Apply grease to the inside surface of the cylinder.
9.15 Install the sliding ring on the piston.
9.16 Install the o-ring on the piston and remove the excess grease.
9.17 Assemble the piston into the cylinder.
9.18 Mount the upper cover of the actuator and torque the nuts to the value indicated in the table below.
9.19 Introduce grease into the bushing chamber using relevant lubricator.
9.20 Test the piston movement using an air gun.
9.21 Arrange all pneumatic connections and check possible air losses at 1 bar (0,1 MPa) air supply
pressure. If there are no losses, repeat the test at 7 bar (0,7 MPa) air supply pressure.
9.22 Clean the excess grease from the shaft.

SC/V Torque [Nm]

300 70 ( 51,6 lbf-ft )
400 70 ( 51,6 lbf-ft )
500 70 ( 51,6 lbf-ft )

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Manual 5017, rev. 02 06/2017 – SC/V D2

ANNEX E_SC/V420-520-600-650-800-850: No Casting Cyl.
GASKETS REPLACEMENT
SC/V 420-520-600-650-800-850: No Casting Cylinder
Warning The following instructions must be respected:
- operations must be carried out only by qualified staff (STI operators or
operators qualified by STI are recommended);
- always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear to prevent personal
injury. Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional
measures that must be taken to protect against process media.

During the gaskets replacement:

- take care to not damage gaskets grooves during maintenance;
- use only the grease type shown in the enclosed table.

Disassembling:
9.1 Disconnect the actuator from the air supply and ensure the actuator is not pressurized.
9.2 Disconnect the actuator stem from the valve stem
9.3 Disassemble the upper cover unscrewing the screw (pos.21) and removing all the accessories /
fittings where needed
9.4 Remove the shaft (pos.14) and piston (pos.8) from the cylinder (pos.11).
9.5 Remove o-ring (pos.12) from the cylinder
9.6 Remove the sliding ring (pos.10) and o-ring (pos. 9) from the piston.
9.7 Remove the bushing (pos.15) and gaskets (pos.3,4,5,and 6) from the bottom cover.
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Manual 5017, rev. 02 06/2017 – SC/V E1

9.8 For stroke lengths of less then 100 mm (top mounting positioner):
9.8.1 remove the screw (pos.22);
9.8.2 remove the accessories and the bushing (pos.24);
9.8.3 replace OR (pos.23).

Replacement:
9.9 Clean the actuator parts with a mild detergent suitable for grease using a brush, then dry with a cloth
and compressed air.
9.10 Apply grease on the bottom of the cylinder.
9.11 Apply grease to the o-rings and install them on bushing. Insert the bushing into bottom cover.
9.12 Fill the grease reservoir along the outer rim of the piston.

Important

Apply grease to the gaskets prior installation.

9.13 Install new gaskets kit.

9.14 Apply grease to the inside surface of the cylinder.
9.15 Install the sliding ring on the piston.
9.16 Install the o-ring on the piston and remove the excess grease.
9.17 Insert the piston and the cylinder.
9.18 Mount the upper cover on the actuator and torque tie rods nuts to the value indicated on the table
below.
9.19 Apply grease to the bushing chamber using the relevant lubricator.
9.20 Test the piston movement using an air gun.
9.21 Plumb all pneumatic connections and check for air leaks at 1 bar (0,1 MPa) air supply pressure. If
there are no lacks, repeat the test at 7 bar (0,7 MPa).
9.22 Remove the excess grease from the shaft.

SC/V Torque [Nm]

420 35 ( 25,8 lbf-ft )
520 70 ( 51,6 lbf-ft )
600-650-800-850 See dedicated dimensional drawing

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Manual 5017, rev. 02 06/2017 – SC/V E2