Refer to the QuickLIT website for the most up-to-date version of this document.VA9104-xGA-3S Series Electric Non-SpringReturn Valve Actuators Installation Instructions1ApplicationsThe VA9104 Series Actuators are direct-mount, non-spring return electric valve actuators that operate on AC 24 V power. These synchronous, motor-driven actuators are used to provide accurate positioning on Johnson Controls® VG1000 Series DN15, DN20, and DN25 (1/2, 3/4, and 1in.) ball valves in Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) applications.The VA9104Series Electric Non-Spring Return Actuators provide a running torque of 35lbin (4Nm). The nominal travel time is 60 seconds at 60Hz (72seconds at 50 Hz) for 90° of rotation.InstallationInstall the ball valve with the actuator at or above the centerline of the horizontal piping (Figure1). Special Tool NeededTo install the actuator, use a digital voltmeter.DimensionsSee Figure2 for dimensions of the Non-Spring Return VA9104 Actuated VG1241, VG1245, VG1841, and VG1845 Series Ball Valve. SeeTable1 for specific model dimensions.IMPORTANT:Use this VA9104Series Electric Non-Spring Return Valve Actuator only to control equipment under normal operating conditions. Where failure or malfunction of the electric actuator could lead to personal injury or property damage to the controlled equipment or other property, additional precautions must be designed into the control system. Incorporate and maintain other devices, such as supervisory or alarm systems or safety or limit controls, intended to warn of or protect against failure or malfunction of the electric actuator.IMPORTANT :Utiliser ce VA9104Series Electric Non-Spring Return Valve Actuator uniquement pour commander des équipements dans des conditions normales de fonctionnement. Lorsqu'une défaillance ou un dysfonctionnement du electric actuator risque de provoquer des blessures ou d'endommager l'équipement contrôlé ou un autre équipement, la conception du système de contrôle doit intégrer des dispositifs de protection supplémentaires. Veiller dans ce cas à intégrer de façon permanente d'autres dispositifs, tels que des systèmes de supervision ou d'alarme, ou des dispositifs de sécurité ou de limitation, ayant une fonction d'avertissement ou de protection en cas de défaillance ou de dysfonctionnement du electric actuator.IMPORTANT:Do not install or use this VA9104 Series Electric Non-SpringReturn Valve Actuator in or near environments where corrosive substances or vapors could be present. Exposure of the electric actuator to corrosive environments may damage the internal components of the device, and will void the warranty.Figure 1: Mounting Positions for Chilled Water and Condensing Atmosphere FIG:mntpos_H2O_appVA9104-xGA-3S Series Electric Non-SpringReturn Valve ActuatorsInstallation InstructionsVA9104-AGA-3S, VA9104-GGA-3S, VA9104-IGA-3SPart No. 14-1336-23, Rev. KRelease June 2018*1433623H*14-1336-23, Rev. KVA9104-xGA-3S Series Electric Non-SpringReturn Valve Actuators Installation Instructions2See Table2 for specific model dimensions for the VA9104 Actuated VG1275 and VG1875 Series Sweat End and the VA9104 Actuated VG1295 and VG1895 Series Press End Connection Ball Valves. Table 1: VA9104-xGx-3S Actuated VG1241, VG1245, VG1841, and VG1845 Series Ball Valve with Optional M9000-551 Linkage Dimensions, in. (mm)Valve Size, in. (DN)1ABCDEFG1/2 (DN15)3-7/8 (98)21/32 (17)1-7/32 (31)5-7/64 (129)2-33/64 (64)11/32 (9)1-1/4 (32)3/4 (DN20)3-7/8 (98)21/32 (17)1-7/32 (31)5-7/32 (133)2-51/64 (71)11/32 (9)1-13/32 (36)1 (DN25)3-15/16 (100)3/4 (19)1-19/64 (33)5-9/16 (141)3-13/32 (87)11/32 (9)1-11/16 (43)1.Port A must always be connected to the coil (Figure2).Table 2: VA9104 Actuated VG1275 and VG1875 Series Ball Valve with Sweat End Connections and VA9104 Actuated VG1295 and VG1895 Series Ball Valves with Press End Connections Dimensions, in.(mm)Valve Size, in. (DN)1ABCDEFG1/2 (DN15)3-7/8 (98)21/32 (17)1-7/32 (31)5-45/64 (145)3-25/32 (96)11/32 (9)2-13/16 (55)3/4 (DN20)3-7/8 (98)21/32 (17)1-7/32 (31)5-57/64(150)4-3/32 (104)11/32 (9)2-15/32 (62)1 (DN25)3-15/16 (100)3/4 (19)1-19/64 (33)6-1/8 (156)4-21/32 (118)11/32 (9)2-27/32 (72)1.Port A must connected to the coil (Figure2).Figure 2: VA9104Series ElectricNon-SpringReturnValve ActuatorDimensions,in.(mm)EDMinimum Clearance Required3-1/2 (89)ABCGThree-Way ValveBECFThree-Way ValveTwo-Way ValveTwo-Way ValveFIG:M9104dims6-1/16(154)2-13/16(71)ABCPort MarkingLocationsVA9104-xGA-3S Series Electric Non-SpringReturn Valve Actuators Installation Instructions3See Figure3 and Table3 for VA9104 Valve Actuator dimensions with optional M9000-561 Thermal Barrier installed. AccessoriesTable 3: VA9104 Actuated VG1241, VG1245, VG1841, and VG1845 Series NPT Ball Valves with Optional M9000-561 Thermal Barrier Installed Dimensions, in.(mm)Valve Size,in. (DN)1ABCDEFG1/2 (DN15)5-11/32 (135)21/32 (17)1-7/32 (31)5-7/64 (129)2-33/64 (64)11/32 (9)1-1/4 (32)3/4 (DN20)5-11/32 (135)21/32 (17)1-7/32 (31)5-7/32 (133)2-51/64 (71)11/32 (9)1-13/32 (36)1 (DN25)5-27/64 (137)3/4 (19)1-19/64 (33)5-9/16 (141)3-13/32 (87)11/32 (9)1-11/16 (43)1.Port A must always be connected to the coil (Figure2).Figure 3: Field-Installed VA9104 Series Electric Actuator Dimensions with Optional M9000-561 Thermal Barrier Dimensions, in. (mm)2-13/16(71)3-1/2 (89)Clearance RequiredPort MarkingLocationsFIGVA9104X_dims6-1/16(154)DATable 4: Accessories (Order Separately)Code NumberDescriptionM9000-561Thermal Barrier Extends M(VA)9104, M(VA)9203, and M(VA)9208 Series Electric Spring Return Actuator Applications to Include Low Pressure Steam (Quantity 1)M9000-342Weathershield Kit for VG1000 Series Ball Valve application of VA9104, VA9203, and VA9208 Series Electric Spring Return Actuators (quantity 1)M9000-700Universal Ball Valve Linkage KitVA9104-xGA-3S Series Electric Non-SpringReturn Valve Actuators Installation Instructions4Mounting the ActuatorTo mount the actuator:1.Turn valve stem to position below. 2.Mount optional M9000-561 Thermal Barrier to the valve if fluid temperature exceeds 212°F (100°C). See the Mounting the Thermal Barrier section for more information.3.Place the handle the top of the drive shaft (Figure5). The handle is keyed on and can only be mounted in one orientation.4.Check that the actuator coupler and handle are in the full counterclockwise position as viewed from the top of the actuator. If not, press the actuator gear release and rotate the handle until the actuator coupler is fully counterclockwise.5.Install the valve actuator over the ball valve mounting flange. Depending on the installation, position the assembly in any one of four 90° increments on the valve.Note:For proper operation, the actuator must drive the valve counterclockwise to open Port A when viewed from above the valve6.To secure the actuator to the valve, use a 1/4 in. (6 mm) flatblade screwdriver. Recommended torque is 8to12lbin (0.9to1.4Nm). Figure 4: Positioning the Valve StemFIG:VG10003 Way2 WayFigure 5: Installing the HandleFIG: hndlIMPORTANT:Do not overtighten the manual handle mounting screw. Overtightening may strip the threads resulting in damage to the valve stem threads.Figure 6: Coupling the Actuator to the ValveFIG: CUPLACTVA9104-xGA-3S Series Electric Non-SpringReturn Valve Actuators Installation Instructions5Mounting the Thermal BarrierFigure7 shows the optional M9000-561 Thermal Barrier.To mount the optional thermal barrier:1.Install the thermal barrier drive shaft into the thermal barrier by aligning the tab on the drive shaft with the slot on the thermal barrier (Figure8). 2.Rotate the drive shaft to align marks on the top of the thermal drive shaft with matching marks on the valve stem.3.Mount the thermal barrier onto the valve using the four included M5x16 mm machine screws and four M5 flange nuts. Tighten the screws to a recommended torque of 21 to 25 lb·in. (2.4 to 2.8 N·m) (Figure9). 4.Proceed to Mounting the Actuator. Follow the same steps as mounting directly to the valve when mounting the actuator to the thermal barrier.Figure 7: Optional M9000-561 Thermal BarrierBarrierDriveShaftMachine ScrewsFlangeNutsFigure 8: Installing the Drive Shaft into the Thermal BarrierFigure 9: Installing the BarrierFIG:in_actVA9104-xGA-3S Series Electric Non-SpringReturn Valve Actuators Installation Instructions6Wiring Risk of Electric Shock.Disconnect or isolate all power supplies before making electrical connections. More than one disconnection or isolation may be required to completely de-energize equipment. Contact with components carrying hazardous voltage can cause electric shock and may result in severe personal injury or death.Risque de décharge électrique.Débrancher ou isoler toute alimentation avant de réaliser un branchement électrique. Plusieurs isolations et débranchements sont peut-être nécessaires pour -couper entièrement l'alimentation de l'équipement. Tout contact avec des composants conducteurs de tensions dangereuses risque d'entraîner une décharge électrique et de provoquer des blessures graves, voire mortelles.Risk of Electric Shock.Disconnect the power supply before making electrical connections to avoid electric shock.Risque de décharge électrique.Débrancher l'alimentation avant de réaliser tout raccordement électrique afin d'éviter tout risque de décharge électrique.Risk of Property Damage.Do not apply power to the system before checking all wiring connections. Short circuited or improperly connected wires may result in permanent damage to the equipment.Risque de dégâts matériels.Ne pas mettre le système sous tension avant d'avoir vérifié tous les raccords de câblage. Des fils formant un court-circuit ou connectés de façon incorrecte risquent d'endommager irrémédiablement l'équipement.Risk of Property Damage.Insulate and secure each unused wire lead before applying power to the [device]. Failure to insulate and secure each unused wire lead may result in property damage.Risque de dégâts matériels.Isoler et protéger chaque fil non utilisé avant de mettre l'[appareil] sous tension. Le non-respect de cette obligation d'isolation et de protection de chaque fil non utilisé risque d'entraîner des dégâts matériels.IMPORTANT:Make all wiring connections in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local regulations. Use proper Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions during installation and servicing to avoid damaging the electronic circuits of the actuator.VA9104-xGA-3S Series Electric Non-SpringReturn Valve Actuators Installation Instructions7VA9104-AGA-3S and VA9104-IGA-3SThe VA9104-AGA and VA9104-IGA Series Electric Non-Spring Return Valve Actuators require an AC 24 V input signal and work with a variety of controllers. These electric actuators include M3 Screw terminals; see Figure10 and Figure11 to wire the applicable VA9104 Series model. Note:When using the VA9104-AGA-1S or VA9104-IGA-1S Series actuator with a controller featuring triac output, add a 4.7k ohm resistor one half watt between the Common (COM) and Counterclockwise (CCW) terminals.Note:For all VA9104-AGA Series Actuators, use a controller and/or software that provides a timeout function at the end of rotation (stall) to avoid excessive wear or drive time on the actuator motor. The -GGA and -IGA models have an auto shutoff feature to prevent excessive wear or drive time on the motor.VA9104-GGA-3SThe VA9104-GGA Series Electric Non-SpringReturn valve actuators require AC24V power and a DC0(2)to10V or 0(4)to20mA controller input signal. These electric actuators include M3 screw terminals; see Figure12 for proper wiring. ~~AC 24 V 50/60 Hz321~Figure 10: VA9104-AGA-3S and VA9104-IGA-3S Floating Control Wiring DiagramFigure 11: VA104-IGA-3S Control Wiring Diagram,On/Off~~AC 24 V 50/60 Hz3~12Figure 12: VA9104-GGA-3SControl Wiring Diagram+213AC 24 V0(2)...10 VYDC 0(2)...10 V Control~DC 0(2)...10 V~0(4)...20 mA Control withExternal Resistor210(4)...20 mA3AC 24 V0(2)...10 VY~~+VA9104-xGA-3S Series Electric Non-SpringReturn Valve Actuators Installation Instructions8 VA9104-GGA actuators are factory set for Direct Acting (DA) mode and for a DC0to10V input control signal. In DA mode, a minimum control signal drives the actuator to the full CCW position, and a maximum control signal drives the actuator to the full Clockwise (CW) position.For Reverse Acting (RA) operation, a minimum control signal drives the actuator to the full CW position and a maximum signal drives the actuator to the full CCW position. To change the factory settings, remove the actuator cover and adjust the switches on the circuit board as shown in Figure14.Setup and Adjustments CommissioningAfter wiring is complete, apply power and provide input signals to the actuator to drive it at least one complete cycle open and closed.TroubleshootingIf the VA9104 Series Electric Non-SpringReturn Valve Actuator is not responding or working properly:•Verify that the actuator assembly is properly secured to the valve.•Check that all electrical connections are complete and that power is applied.•Verify that the valve fully opens and closes, using the gear release button on the actuator and the manual override handle.Figure 13: VA9104-GGA Control Wiring Diagram(Overrides)123~YCOMBLKREDGRY+Override to MIN positionAC24 VDC 0(2)...10 VAA Open = MIN PositionA Closed = Normal Operation123~YCOMBLKREDGRY+Override to MAX positionAC24 VDC 0(2)...10 VCB Closed = MAX PositionC Closed = Normal OperationB123~COMBLKREDGRY+Override toMIN, MID, MAX positions0(4)...20 mA Control withExternal ResistorAC24 VA0(4)...20 mA500 / 0.25 WBC123~COMBLKREDGRY+Override toMIN, MID, MAX positions0(2)...10 V ControlAC24 VABCDC 0(2)...10 VYFUNCTIONABC0% ( MIN )50% ( MID )100% ( MAX )NORMALFUNCTIONABC0% ( MIN ︶50% ( MID )100% ( MAX )NORMALYΩFIG:VA9104GGx2(Z)_wirRisk of Electric Shock.Disconnect the power supply before making electrical connections to avoid electric shock.Risque de décharge électrique.Débrancher l'alimentation avant de réaliser tout raccordement électrique afin d'éviter tout risque de décharge électrique.Figure 14: VA9104-GGA Factory Switch SettingVA9104-xGA-3S Series Electric Non-SpringReturn Valve Actuators Installation Instructions9Repairs and ReplacementIf the VA9104 Series Electric Non-SpringReturn Actuator fails to operate within its specifications, replace the unit. For a replacement electric actuator, contact the nearest JohnsonControls representative.Technical Specifications VA9104-xGA-3S Series ElectricNon-SpringReturnValve Actuators (Part 1 of 2)Power RequirementsAC 24 V +25%/-20% at 50/60 Hz, 2.3 VA (AGA), 2.9 VA (GGA), and 3.0VA (IGA) Supply, Class 2 or SafetyExtra-LowVoltage(SELV)Control TypeVA9104-AGA-3SFloating or On/Off Control without TimeoutVA9104-GGA-3SProportional ControlVA9104-IGA-3SFloating or On/Off Control with TimeoutInput SignalVA9104-AGA-3SAC 24 V +25%/-20% at 50/60 Hz, Class 2 or SELV without TimeoutVA9104-GGA-3SDC 0 (2) to 10V or 0 (4) to 20mA with Field-Furnished 500Ohm ResistorVA9104-IGA-3SAC 24 V +25%/-20% at 50/60 Hz, Class 2 or SELV with TimeoutMotor Input ImpedanceVA9104-AGA-3S200 ohms NominalControl Input ImpedanceVA9104-GGA-3SVoltage Input: 200,000 ohmCurrent Input: 500 ohms with field-furnished 500 ohm resistorRunning Torque35 lbin. (4 Nm)Travel Time60 Seconds at 60 Hz (72 Seconds at 50 Hz) for 90° of RotationRotation Range93° ±3°, CW or CCWCycles100,000 Full Stroke Cycles; 2,500,000RepositionsatRatedRunningTorqueAudible Noise Rating35 dBA Nominal at 39-13/32 in. (1 m)Electrical ConnectionsVA9104-xGA-3SM3 Screw TerminalsEnclosureVA9104-xGA-3SNEMA 1, IP40Ambient ConditionsOperating-4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C); 90% RH Maximum, NoncondensingStorage-20 to 150°F (-29 to 66°C); 90% RH Maximum, NoncondensingFluid Temperature Limits(Actuator and Valve Assembly)VG12x1 and VG18x1 Series23 to 203°F (-5 to 95°C)VG1245 and VG1845 Series-22 to 212°F (-30 to 100°C)VG12x5 and VG18x5 Series with M9000-561 Thermal Barrier-22 to 284°F (-30 to 140°C) Water; 15 psig (103 kPa) at 250°F (121°C) Saturated SteamPublished in U.S.A.www.johnsoncontrols.comVA9104-xGA-3S Series Electric Non-SpringReturn Valve Actuators Installation Instructions10Metasys® and Johnson Controls® are registered trademarks of Johnson Controls.All other marks herein are the marks of their respective owners. © 2018 Johnson Controls.Building Technologies & Solutions507 E. 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For application at conditions beyond these specifications, consult the local Johnson Controls office. Johnson Controls shall not be liable for damages resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.VA9104-xGA-3S Series ElectricNon-SpringReturnValve Actuators (Part 2 of 2)Next >