Thomson Warner Linear H-Track Electro-Hydraulic Linear Actuator

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Warranty

The Thomson Warner Linear H-Track is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from date of delivery. The application of this product is the responsibility of the buyer and Thomson makes no representation or warranty as to the suitability of the product for any particular use or purpose. For a copy of the entire warranty for this product that is contained in our standard terms and conditions of sale, please go to www.thomsonlinear.com/website/com/eng/support/terms_and_conditions.php.

Disclaimer

Technical changes to improve the performance of the equipment may be made without prior notice!

All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced in any form (by printing, photocopying, microfilm or any other method) or processed, copied or distributed by electronic means without the written permission of Thomson.

1. General

1.1 About this manual

This manual contains mechanical and electrical installation instructions for the Thomson Warner Linear H-Track electro-hydraulic linear actuator. It also contains, among other things:

• technical data
• installation data
• type designation key.

It is important to carefully read this manual before installing the actuator and to have the correct qualifications needed to perform the installation.

1.2 Target group

This manual addresses qualified mechanical and electrical personnel.

1.3 Symbols used

! This symbol is shown to highlight a general warning, general instruction or as a warning for a mechanical hazard.

1.4 Transport and storage

The actuator may only be transported and stored in the original packaging supplied by Thomson. The temperature during transportation and storage must be between -40 to +65° C (-40 to +150° F). Avoid shocks to the package. If the package is damaged, check the actuator for visible damage and notify the carrier, and if appropriate also Thomson.

1.5 Packaging

The packaging consists of a cardboard box. The box contains the actuator and this manual. For large quantity orders, bulk packaging may be used in which case the packaging and the content will vary depending on the order agreement.

1.6 Disposal

Where required by law, used packaging and actuators are taken back by Thomson for professional disposal if the transportation cost is paid by the sender. Please contact Thomson for shipping information.

1.7 Support

If technical support or information is needed for this product, please contact the nearest Thomson Service Center. See the back of this manual. You can also visit www.thomsonlinear.com for information on this product and how to contact us.

2. Safety

2.1 Safety notes

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• Only properly qualified personnel are permitted to perform mechanical and electrical installation of this product. Properly qualified personnel are familiar with mechanical or electrical installation work and have the appropriate qualifications for their job.
• Read this manual and any other available documentation before working on the equipment that the actuator is or shall be a part of.
• Conform strictly to the information contained in this manual and on the actuator product label on the actuator. Never exceed the performance limits stated herein.
• Never work on the actuator or its installation with the power on.
• Never unplug any cables or connectors during operation or with power on.
• Immediately stop using the actuator if it seems faulty or damaged in any way and notify an appropriate person so that corrective actions can be taken.
• Never open the actuator as that will compromise the sealing, the function of the actuator and allow hydraulic fluid to escape. There are no serviceable components inside.

Collaring of hydraulic fluid on the piston rod is normal. Over the life of the product, drops may accumulate. Hydraulic fluid film should not be removed.

3. Standards

3.1 EC Declaration of incorporation of partly completed machinery

We, Thomson Linear, declare that this product corresponds with the International Standard ISO 13766:2006-05 2nd Edition (Earth Moving Machinery, Electromagnetic Compatibility). The directive (MD) 2006/42/EC annex 2.1.B, RoHSII directive 2011/65/EU, and that the standard EN ISO 12100:2010, Safety of machinery, have been applied.

Thomson Warner Linear H-Track Actuator

Product: Hxx-xx-xxxx-X-XX

Description:

Can be used when the machine or the system, which it shall be, a part of is in accordance with the demands in the EEC Machinery Directive and/or other relevant regulations.

Date: 08/06/2019

Name: Jared Zammuto

Title: NPDT Manager

Signature:

4. Installation

4.1 Product label

The product label can be found on the side of the reservoir tube. It will tell you which model of actuator you have, manufacturing date, country of origin; address of manufacturing location, phone contact number and traceable serial number with barcode. Please study the product label to determine actuator type before starting any installation or service on the actuator. If you need any assistance from Thomson, please provide the serial number, manufacturing date and the designation of the actuator(s) in question. You can also directly access H-Track information on www.thomsonlinear.com.

WARNER LINEAR
H2N-12-1A33-B-08-0026
MFG: 9/19
CE
Made in USA
U.S. Pat. No. 10288064
www.ThomsonLinear.com

449 GARDNER ST.
SOUTH BELGIT, IL 61080
815-385-3771

26803250558

4.2 Terminology

a. motor wires in loom

b. reservoir tube (tank)

c. rod end (standard shown)

d. piston rod

e. base end

f. product label

g. manual release input

h. pump

i. plug for manual release

j. connector (shown) or ring terminals depending on motor model

4.3 Operation environment

Min. -40° C (-40° F)

Max. +65° C (+150° F)

IP66 / IP69K

1. Operation temperature range is -40 to +65° Celsius (-40 to +150° Fahrenheit).
2. Protection degree against the ingress of water and particles is IP66 / IP69K.
3. Relative humidity range is 10 - 90 % non-condensing.

4.4 Mechanical installation

4.4.1 General installation safety notes

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• Never work on the actuator with the power switched on.
• Do not hold the piston while the unit is energized.
• Failure modes of the actuator should be considered to ensure it does not create harm.

4.4.2 Basic installation considerations

1. Only mount the actuator using the hole in the base end (section 4.2 (c)) and the rod end (e). The rod end can be one of four types - standard (hole), spherical joint, male thread or female thread.
2. Make sure that the actuator mounting position allows access to the motor wires (a), so that access is provided to connect/disconnect power.
3. The manual release (g) must have enough free space around it to allow it to be operated (section 4.4.6).
4. The rod end (c) must be locked with anaerobic adhesive to prevent it from unthreading.

4.4.3 Metering configuration installation considerations

The metering configuration of an actuator is determined by studying the product label (section 4.1) and then looking the configuration up (C, H, B or N) in the ordering key (section 6.4). Make sure to install the actuator in accordance to its metering configuration limitations.

C = loads are only allowed to compress (push) the rod

H = loads are only allowed to extend (pull) the rod

B = loads are allowed to either compress and/or extend (pull or push) the rod

N = loads are not allowed to compress or extend (pull or push) the rod

Compressing load (case C)

Load

Extending load (case H)

Load

4.4.4 Mounting orientation and forces

Make sure the actuator metering configuration (section 4.4.3) is taken into consideration and that there is enough space between the rear base end and any surrounding objects to allow the manual release to be accessed (section 4.4.5), before moving onto the next steps.

1. Only mount the actuator to the rear and front adapter mounting holes.
2. Always install actuator so that the force of the load acts in the center of the piston rod and the rear adapter (a).
3. Only use solid mounting pins and support them at both ends (b).
4. The mounting pins must be parallel to each other both radially and axially (c).
5. Do not attempt to mount the actuator at the tank tube (d).

YES

Load

NO

Load

Actuator Axis

(a) Load must act in the piston rod center.

YES

NO

X

X

(c) Mounting pins must be parallel.

(d) Do not mount the actuator at the tank tube.

Mounting pins must be solid and supported at both ends (b).

4.4.5 Manual release and operation

1. To operate the manual release, isolate the load from the actuator so piston rod is unloaded with less than 3 mm (0.13 inch) of movement.
2. Use a flat-head screwdriver (a) to pierce a hole in the plug and pry cap free to get access to the manual release input (b).
3. Rotate manual release ¼ turn at a time counter-clockwise (left) using a ½ inch hexagon key (c). Carefully observe the unit after each ¼ turn (left) for piston rod movement. Once the piston rod begins to move, wait for the actuator to be completely unloaded.
4. Once the unit is unloaded and the load is safe, the actuator can be removed from service.
5. Do not reinstall the actuator after engaging the manual release.

! Never use any type of drill or power tool to operate the manual release.

(a) Flat-head screwdriver

(b) Manual release input

(c) 1½ inch hexagon key

4.5 Electrical installation and operation

4.5.1 General notes

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• Make sure the leads leading to the motor can handle the maximum motor current.
• An emergency stop is recommended to reduce the chance of a crushing hazard.
• Never work on the actuator or the wiring with the power switched on.

4.5.2 Fuse size

Protect the actuator and the wiring by using a slow blow fuse between the actuator and the power source.

4.5.3 Motor wire connections

The actuator is always supplied with two power wires. In the end of the wires, there is a Packard 56 series connector body 2973781 with 2 female terminals 2962447 on the 250 W motor, while there are ½ inch ring terminals on the 560 W motor.

4.5.4 Lead cross sections

To avoid malfunction due to voltage drop, the cross section of the leads between the actuator power cable leads and the power source must be of sufficient size. Calculations based on the supply voltage, the current draw, the length of the cables, the ambient temperature and the local regulations must be done.

4.5.5 Electrical connection

F = Fuse

S1 = Double pole double throw switch

F

+

S1

STOP

H-Track

grey

M

black

To extend the actuator, apply +Vdc to black -Vdc to grey. To retract, apply -Vdc to black and +Vdc to grey. Avoid running the actuator in to the ends.

! Always turn power off to the actuator before working on it.

4.5.6 Motor thermal switch

The motor is equipped with a bi-metal thermal switch, which will trip and stop the motor in case of overheating. The switch will reset automatically once the motor has cooled down. Always investigate and, if necessary, correct the cause(s) of a trip before taking the actuator into operation again.”

5. Troubleshooting

5.1 Troubleshooting

6. Technical specifications

6.1 Technical data

(1) When fully retracted/extended, the actuator can be subjected to an extending/compressing static load up to 44.5 kN (10 000 lbs). Loads acting in the opposite direction or anywhere near mid-stroke can only be 1.25 x maximum dynamic load before the actuator starts to drift.

(2) Speeds vary depending on load.

6.2 Weight

* Conversion factor for pound to kilogram: 1 lb = 0.4536 kg

6.3 Load and speed charts

7.3.1 Load and speed charts

Consult the product label for information on the actuator model number. Next consult the ordering key and look up the load and speed for your actuator in the appropriate load and speed chart below.

250 W motor performance

560 W motor performance

6.4 Ordering key

Ordering key

6.5 Base and rod end center to center distance

PP

Base and rod end center to center distance at fully retracted (PP)