EXPLOSION ISOLATION VALVE
INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL
January, 2015 Document P/N: E06-017-1 (Rev 2) Page: 6
Never handle GCA’s while wearing static producing clothes or shoes.
Remove the GCA from the packaging only when installing into the EIV.
Always handle the GCA by the wires or hex body, and never by the threaded end.
The threaded end of the GCA shall be pointed down, away from the body and to the rear.
Never expose GCA’s to high heat sources. Exposure of GCA’s to temperatures over 140°F may reduce
the service life.
Never check GCA continuity with a Volt/Ohm Meter (VOM) or other unapproved device. Use only a Fike
approved device.
If a GCA is suspected of being defective, contact Fike Corporation.
Never install GCA’s if ground faults are present in the system.
Never install GCA’s if voltage is present on the conduit or equipment.
Never install GCA’s if radio transmitters are being used in nearby areas.
Always hold the leads carefully so there is no tension where the leads connect to the case.
Lead wires shall be straightened by hand. The leads shall not be thrown, waved in the air or uncoiled by
snapping like a whip.
Secure leads tightly in one hand just above the housing and draw the other hand across the leads to
straighten.
Do not allow the shunt to be removed from the leads until GCA lead wires are terminated to ARM (Analog
Release Module) or series circuit terminal strip.
Do not connect GCA lead wires to firing circuit until GCA is installed into a properly secured EIV.
During connection of the GCA to the terminal strip, the GCA shall remain shunted until all GCA’s are
connected to the appropriate terminals.
2.3.2 GCA INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL
GCA’s are to be handled, installed and removed by a certified technician only. See control panel manual E06-051
for wiring instructions.
2.3.3 GCA FITTINGS
Fike uses the following fittings to protect the GCA used for actuating isolation valves. It is important that these
assorted fittings that make up the GCA enclosure are all sealed with thread tape or equivilent to ensure
that moisture does not reach the GCA.
For required fittings, refer to the following Figures:
Figure 10 for 2" – 10" Valves
Figure 11 for 12" – 18" Valves
Figure 12 for 20" – 24" Valves
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