Valve Install Instructions
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VG1000 Series Forged Brass Ball Valves Installation Instructions  13
Wiring
Be sure to wire the input lines to the electric actuator 
correctly for the valve to move in the proper direction. 
Troubleshooting
Servicing the Actuator or Piping System
When servicing the electric actuator or the piping 
system:
• disconnect the power supply to the actuator.
• relieve the pressure in the piping system. 
Repair Information
If the VG1000 Series Forged Brass Ball Valve fails to 
operate within its specifications, replace the unit. For a 
replacement valve, contact the nearest 
Johnson Controls® representative.
Technical Specifications 
IMPORTANT: Use copper conductors only. Make 
all wiring connections in accordance with local, 
national, and regional regulations. Do not exceed 
the actuator’s electrical ratings.
!
WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock.
Disconnect the power supply before 
making electrical connections. Contact 
with components carrying hazardous 
voltage can cause electric shock and 
may result in severe personal injury or 
death.
!
CAUTION: 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.
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to manually rotate the 
drive shaft while the actuator is installed without first 
releasing the actuator gears. Manually rotating the 
drive shaft without releasing the actuator gears may 
result in permanent damage to the actuator.
VG1000 Series Forged Brass Ball Valves (Part 1 of 2)
Service
1
Hot Water, Chilled Water, 50/50 Glycol Solutions, and 
15 psig (103 kPa) Saturated Steam for HVAC Systems
Fluid Temperature Limits Water VG12x1 and VG18x1 Series: 23 to 203°F (-5 to 95°C)
VG12x5 and VG18x5 Series: -22 to 284°F (-30 to 140°C)
Steam VG12x5 Series: 15 psig (103 kPa) at 250°F (121°C)
VG12x1 Series: Not Rated for Steam Service
Actuator Maximum Fluid 
Operating Temperature Limit
212°F (100°C) VA9104 Series Non-Spring Return Actuator
VA9203 Series Spring Return Actuators
VA9208 Series Spring Return Actuators
M9104 with M9000-551 Linkage
284°F (140°C) M9106 or M9109 with M9000-520 Linkage
VA9104 with M9000-561 Thermal Barrier
VA9203 or VA9208 with M9000-561 Thermal Barrier
Valve Body Pressure/ 
Temperature Rating
Water VG1241, VG1245, VG1841, and VG1845 Series:
580 psig (3,996 kPa) at 203°F (95°C) (PN40)
464 psig (3,196 kPa) at 284°F (140°C) (PN40)
VG1271, VG1275, VG1871, and VG1875 Series:
300 psig (2,067 kPa)
VG1291, VG1295, VG1891, and VG1895 Series:
300 psig (2,067 kPa)
Steam 15 psig (103 kPa) Saturated Steam
Maximum Closeoff Pressure 200 psig (1,378 kPa)
Maximum Recommended Operating Pressure Drop 50 psi Maximum Differential Pressure and 30 psi Maximum for 
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