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GE FVP110 User Manual

GE FVP110
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110 (Rev B)
Maintenance Manual
FVP110 offers advanced control
technology for pneumatically
actuated valves.

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GE FVP110 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGE
ModelFVP110
CategoryValve Positioners
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Conventions Used In This Manual

Explains manual conventions like italics, bolding, notes, cautions, warnings.

For Safe Use of Product

Details safety precautions for installation, wiring, and operation.

Maintenance

Describes authorized maintenance procedures and precautions.

ATEX Documentation

Information on ATEX Ex related products and manual availability.

Safety

FVP110 Product Safety

Safety requirements for FVP110 positioners, including pressure relief.

Intrinsically Safe Installation

Requirements for installing and using intrinsically safe equipment.

FM Certification

Details FM certification standards and requirements for the FVP110.

CENELEC ATEX (KEMA) Certification

Covers CENELEC ATEX certification and associated technical data.

Part Names

Appearance and Part Names

Illustrates the external appearance and identifies key parts of the FVP110.

Single Acting Type

Details the parts for the single-acting version of the FVP110.

Double Acting Type

Details the parts for the double-acting version of the FVP110.

Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Visual representation of the FVP110's internal functional components.

Installing the FVP110 on the Actuator

General

General considerations and safety warnings before installing the FVP110.

General Installation Procedures: FVP110 to the Actuator

Step-by-step guide for mounting the FVP110 to an actuator.

Installing FVP110 on a Linear-motion Control Valve

Procedures for mounting the FVP110 on linear-motion actuators.

Installing FVP110 on Rotary-motion Control Valve

Procedures for mounting the FVP110 on rotary-motion actuators.

Camflex Rotary Valve Mounting

Specific mounting instructions for Camflex rotary valves.

87/88 Reciprocating Valve Mounting

Mounting instructions for 87/88 reciprocating valve actuators.

Mounting the FVP110 with NAMUR Kits

Instructions for mounting using NAMUR kits.

Wiring and Piping

General

Overview of piping and wiring connections and safety precautions.

Piping

Detailed instructions for air supply and pneumatic piping.

Wiring

Instructions for connecting electrical wiring.

Grounding

Requirements and procedures for grounding the equipment.

Setup

General

Steps to follow after mechanical and electrical connections are made.

Set Basic Parameters

Instructions for setting fundamental operating parameters.

Carrying out Tuning

Procedures for auto tuning and manual tuning.

Travel Calibration

Steps to calibrate the valve stem travel.

Check Valve Actions

Verifying valve response after tuning.

Set Transducer Block Parameters

Configuration of transducer block parameters.

Standard Specifications

Standard Specifications

General specifications for applicable control valves and functions.

Functions

Lists available function blocks, link master, and characterization features.

Housing Materials

Details on case material, paint, and color.

Communication

Information on digital communication via FOUNDATION fieldbus.

Supply Voltage

Voltage requirements for different FVP110 types.

Output Signals and Pressure Gauge Scale

Information on output signals and pressure gauge scales.

Performance Specifications

Details on linearity, hysteresis, and environmental effects.

Model and Suffix Codes

Explains how to interpret model and suffix codes for configuration.

Optional Specifications

Lists available optional specifications.

Optional Specifications For Explosion Protected Types

Specifications for explosion-protected variants.

Dimensions

Provides physical dimensions of the FVP110 actuators.

About Fieldbus

Outline

Introduction to Fieldbus communication protocol and its use in FVP110.

Internal Structure of FVP110

Describes the FVP110's internal structure and virtual field devices.

Logical Structure of Each Block

Explains the logical organization of function blocks within the FVP110.

System Configuration

Required instruments and considerations for setting up a Fieldbus system.

Connection of Devices

Instructions for connecting Fieldbus devices and terminators.

Integration of DD

Process for installing Device Descriptions (DD) for FVP110.

Configuration

Network design

Steps to determine devices and power supply for Fieldbus network.

Network definition

Assigning PD Tags and node addresses to Fieldbus devices.

Definition of combining Function Blocks

How to combine and schedule function blocks for communication.

Setting tags and addresses

Procedure for setting PD Tags and node addresses for each device.

Communication setting

Configuration of communication parameters and VCRs.

Block setting

Setting parameters for VFD function blocks, including link objects.

Actions of the FVP110 During Operation

Block Modes

Explains the different operating modes for function blocks.

Alarm Generation

Details how alarms are generated and categorized.

Simulation Function

How to use the simulation function for testing.

Resource Block

General

Describes the function of the resource block in storing device information.

Alarm Processing

How the resource block generates block alarms.

Device Status

Interpretation of device status codes and their meanings.

Transducer Block

General

Overview of the transducer block's role as an interface.

Position-to-flow Rate Characteristic Conversion

Configuring valve position to flow rate characteristics.

FINAL_VALUE and Range

Setting the valve position setpoint and its limits.

Tight-shut and Full-open Actions

Configuration of tight-shut and full-open actions for valve control.

Backward Path

Describes the signal path from hardware to other function blocks.

Limit Switches

Monitoring valve position using limit switches.

Auto Tuning

Procedure and types of auto tuning for control parameters.

Online Diagnostics

Functions for diagnosing the FVP110 and valve actions online.

AO Function Block

General

Describes the AO function block's role in receiving and outputting control signals.

Modes

Explains the different target modes for the AO function block.

Forward Path

Signal flow from upstream block to AO block and transducer.

Fault State

Conditions that trigger fault states and mode changes in the AO block.

IO_OPTS and STATUS_OPTS

Options for signal processing and mode transitions in the AO block.

Mode Shedding on Computer Failure

How the AO block handles computer failures.

Alarm Processing

How the AO block generates block alarms based on conditions.

DI Function Block

General

Describes the DI function block's role in transferring switch signals.

Modes

Explains the different target modes for the DI function block.

PV Value (PV_D)

How limit switch signals are copied to PV_D.

Filtering

Delaying changes in FIELD_VAL_D to PV_D.

Output

How the output OUT_D is generated based on PV_D.

IO_OPTS and STATUS_OPTS

Options for signal processing and block actions in DI block.

Alarm Processing

How the DI block generates block alarms.

OS Function Block

General

Describes the OS function block's role in splitting control signals.

Modes

Explains the different target modes for the OS function block.

Output Processing

How the OS block converts setpoint values into two output values.

Backward Path (BKCAL_OUT)

Describes the output value through BKCAL_OUT.

IS (SIGSEL) Function Block

General

Explains the signal selector block's function of selecting inputs.

Function Supported

Details supported input processing and selection logic.

Supported Modes

Lists the supported operating modes for the IS block.

AR (Arithmetic) Function Block

General

Describes the AR block's math functions and inputs.

Functions Supported

Lists the supported function types like flow compensation and BTU flow.

Supported Modes

Lists the supported operating modes for the AR block.

PID Function Block

General

Describes the PID function block's role in PID control computation.

Modes

Explains the different target modes for the PID function block.

Input Processing

How input signals are filtered and set as process variables.

Setpoint (SP) Limiters

How setpoint paths are computed and limited based on mode.

PID Computation

Explains the PID control algorithms used.

Control Output

How the final control output value is computed.

Direction of Control Action

How the control action direction is determined.

Control Action Bypass

Bypassing PID computation by setting BYPASS to ON.

Feed-forward

Adds compensation signal for feed-forward control.

External-output Tracking (LO)

Outputs remote value TRK_VAL when block mode is LO.

Measured-value Tracking

Equalizes setpoint SP to measured value PV in Man mode.

CONTROL_OPTS

Parameters that stipulate control options for the PID block.

Initialization and Manual Fallback (IMan)

Abnormality handling actions when PID block changes to IMan.

Manual Fallback

Abnormality handling action when PID block changes to Man.

STATUS_OPTS

Options stipulating signal processing and mode transitions.

Auto Fallback

PID block changes mode from Cas to Auto for automatic control.

Mode Shedding on Computer Failure

Mode shedding based on SHED_OPT setting.

Alarms

Types of alarms generated by PID block: block and process alarms.

Diagnostics

General

Overview of diagnostic capabilities for field devices.

Signature Measurement Functions

Measuring valve and positioner characteristics for maintenance.

Troubleshooting

What to Do First

Initial checks for common problems with mounting, piping, and wiring.

Troubleshooting Communications

Diagnosing communication issues with the FVP110.

Troubleshooting Function Block Parameters

Resolving issues with writing parameters or dynamic updates.

Troubleshooting Valve Control

Diagnosing and resolving issues with valve response and control.

Troubleshooting AutoTuning

Addressing problems encountered during auto tuning.

Function Block Parameters

Parameters of Resource Block

Lists and describes parameters for the Resource Block.

Parameters of Transducer Block

Lists and describes parameters for the Transducer Block.

Parameters of AO Block

Lists and describes parameters for the AO Block.

Parameters of DI Block

Lists and describes parameters for the DI Block.

Parameters of OS Block

Lists and describes parameters for the OS Block.

Parameters of PID and PID2 Blocks (Optional)

Lists and describes parameters for PID and PID2 Blocks.

Parameters of IS (SIGSEL) Block

Lists and describes parameters for the IS (SIGSEL) Block.

Parameters of AR (Arithmetic) Block

Lists and describes parameters for the AR (Arithmetic) Block.

Link Master Functions

Link Active Scheduler

Explains the role of the Link Active Scheduler (LAS).

Link Master

Defines a Link Master (LM) and its role.

Transfer of LAS

Procedures for an LM to become the LAS.

LM Functions

Lists the functions supported by Link Masters.

LM Parameters

Details LM parameters and their descriptions.

DD Methods and DD Menu

Overview

Explains DD menus and methods for field device configuration.

DD Methods

How DD methods guide parameter setting procedures.

Software Download

Benefits of Software Download

Advantages of downloading software to field devices via Fieldbus.

Specifications

Details on steady-state current and download state current.

Preparations for Software Downloading

Requirements for preparing software download tools and files.

Software Download Sequence

Outlines the step-by-step procedure for software download.

Download Files

Information on naming conventions and types of download files.

Steps after Activating a Field Device

Actions to take after device activation and software update.

Troubleshooting

Common problems and remedies after software update.

Resource Block’s Parameters Relating to Software Download

Parameters in the Resource Block related to software download.

Position Adjustment of Feedback Lever

Manual Tuning Guideline

General

Overview of manual tuning to improve controllability.

Control Parameter Tuning Procedure

Step-by-step tuning procedures for different response types.

Examples of Tuning Control Parameters

Provides example parameter values for tuning.

Description of Control Parameters

Detailed explanation of control parameters like SERVO_GAIN and SERVO_RESET.

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