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GE Masoneilan 4700P User Manual

GE Masoneilan 4700P
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GE Oil & Gas
Masoneilan
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4700P/4700E & 4800P/4800E
Pneumatic and Electropneumatic Positioners
Maintenance Manual (Rev. C)
GE Data Classification: Public

Table of Contents

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GE Masoneilan 4700P Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypePneumatic Valve Positioner
Accuracy±1% of span
Enclosure RatingNEMA 4X, IP66
Input Signal3-15 psi (0.2-1.0 bar)
Temperature Range-40°C to 85°C
ActionDirect or Reverse
Hysteresis< 0.5% of span
MaterialsAluminum, stainless steel, and other corrosion-resistant materials

Summary

Safety Information

Safety Symbols

Documentation safety symbols and their meanings.

4700P/4700E and 4800P/4800E Product Safety

Intended use and safety considerations for the positioners.

Introduction

General Description and Operation

Overview of positioner function, principle, and numbering system.

Pilot

Description of the three-way sliding valve regulating air flow.

Cam

Role of the cam in determining valve stroke vs. control signal relationship.

Installation

Mounting and Orientation

Guidelines for installing positioners on valves in the pipeline.

Cover Removal

Procedure for removing the snap-on cover for access.

87/88 Actuator

Mounting 4700P and 4700E on Series 87/88 Actuators

Step-by-step instructions for mounting positioners on 87/88 actuators.

87U/88U Actuator

Mounting 4700P/4800P and 4700E/4800E on Series 87U/88U Actuators

Step-by-step instructions for mounting positioners on 87U/88U actuators.

Positioner Mounting and Orientation

Camflex II, Varimax, MiniTork II, Ball II, and HPBV

Specific mounting details for various valve models.

Pneumatic Installation

Electrical Installation of 4700E/4800E

Hazardous Area Installations

Factory Mutual Approved Version

Approval details for explosion proof, dust-ignition proof, and intrinsically safe.

CSA (Canadian Standards Association) Approved Version

Approval details for CSA certified versions.

SIRA Approved Version

Approval details for SIRA certified versions.

Split Range Operation

Mounting Cam Coupling

Instructions for positioning the cam coupling on the shaft.

Mounting Cam

Positioning the cam holder and cam for proper lobe adjustment.

Changing Lever S/A Orientation

Procedure to change the orientation of the lever S/A.

Calibration

General

Ensuring valves are isolated and area is nonhazardous before calibration.

Zero Adjustment

Adjusting the zero nut to set the valve plug to the proper position.

Span Adjustment

Adjusting the feedback spring rate for full valve stroke.

Cam Lobe Change

Procedure to change the cam lobe only, without changing actuator action.

Air to Open / Direct Acting Positioner

Calibration steps for Air to Open / Direct Acting Positioner.

Air to Open / Reverse Acting Positioner

Calibration steps for Air to Open / Reverse Acting Positioner.

Field Mounting and Complete Calibration, Rotary Actuators

Air to Open / Direct Acting Positioner

Calibration steps for rotary actuators, Air to Open / Direct Acting.

Field Mounting and Complete Calibration Reciprocating Valves using 87/88 Actuators

Air to Open / Direct Acting Positioner

Calibration steps for reciprocating valves, Air to Open / Direct Acting.

Damping Adjustment

Positioner Action Change (4700P/4800P Only)

Maintenance

Pilot

Procedures for cleaning or replacing the pilot subassembly.

Body

Procedures for disassembling and cleaning the positioner body.

Diaphragm

Procedure for replacing a deteriorated diaphragm assembly.

I/P Module

Procedure for replacing the I/P module.

Bypass Valve Option (4700P Only)

Troubleshooting

Split Range Operation - 4700P/4800P

Cam Lobe Selection and Lever Arm Orientation

87/88 Actuator and 87U/88U Actuator

Parts Reference 4700P/4800P 3-15 and 6-30 Range

Parts Reference 4700E/4800E

Parts Reference

Specifications

Specification Data

Technical data including type, action, characteristics, and consumption.

Drawings

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