Commissioning   
7.6 Device replacement 
  SIPART PS2 with and without HART 
138  Operating Instructions, 10/2013, A5E00074631-11 
 
Device replacement 
Introduction 
 
Note 
Initialization 
The positioner can be replaced without having to interrupt ongoing processes. However, 
copying and pasting of the initialization parameters only allows an approximate adjustment of 
the positioner to
 your actuator. Following initialization, the positioner initially works with the 
manually defined parameters.
 
  For this reason, an automatic or manual initialization should be carried out as soon as 
possible. 
 
Note 
Deferred initialization 
Initialize the
 new positioner as soon as possible. The following properties can be ensured 
 
  Optimum adjustment of the positioner as per the mechanical and dynamic properties of 
the actuator. 
  Non-deviating position of end stops 
  Correctness of the maintenance data 
There are two ways of replacing a positioner when the equipment is in operation, without 
having to interrupt the process. The two options depend on whether your positioner has 
communication. 
First possibility - with communication 
1.  Read the initialization parameters from the previous positioner. Use the parameter 
assignment tools suitable for this purpose. 
2.  Read the initialization parameters from Point 1 into the new positioner. 
3.  Fix the actuator at its current position mechanically or pneumatically. Use the locking 
function of your mounting kit, if available. 
4.  Determine the actual position value. To do this, read the actual position value from the 
display of the previous positioner. Note down the read value. 
5.  Dismount the previous positioner from the actuator. 
6.  Attach the lever arm of the previous positioner to the new positioner. 
7.  Mount the new positioner on the actuator. 
8.  Set the transmission ratio selector of the new positioner to the same position as that of 
the previous positioner. 
9.  If the displayed actual position value differs from the noted value, correct the deviation by 
moving the friction clutch.