Actuator Install Instructions
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VA9208-Bxx-x Series On/Off Electric Spring Return Valve Actuators Installation Instructions10
The switch point of Auxiliary Switch No. 1 is fixed. The 
switch point of Auxiliary Switch No. 2 is independently 
and continuously adjustable from 74 to 5% position. 
For the most accurate switch positioning, see Figure 22 
and use the method in the following example. To 
change the switch point of Auxiliary Switch No. 2, 
proceed as follows: 
1. Position the actuator in the full spring return 
position.
Note: The switch is factory set to trip when the 
actuator reaches the 10% position.
2. Rotate the switch adjuster until it points to the 
desired switch point.
3. Connect Auxiliary Switch No. 2 to a power source 
or an ohmmeter and apply power to the actuator. 
The actuator moves to the fully open position and 
holds while power is applied.
4. Observe the switch point. If required, repeat Step 1 
through Step 3.
Repair Information
A number of replacement parts are available; see 
Table 3 for more details. If an VA9208 Series
Electric Spring Return Actuator fails to operate within 
its specifications, replace the unit. For a replacement 
electric actuator, contact the nearest Johnson Controls 
representative.
Technical Specifications
Figure 22: Switch Trip Point Settings
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VA9208-Bxx-x Series On/Off Electric Spring Return Actuator (Part 1 of 2)
Power 
Requirements
-BGx Models AC 24 V (AC 18 V to 30 V) at 50/60 Hz: Class 2 (North America) or Safety 
Extra-Low Voltage (SELV) (Europe), 6.1 VA Running, 1.2 VA Holding Position 
DC 24 V (DC 21.6 V to 28.8 V): Class 2 (North America) or SELV (Europe) 
3.5 W Running, 0.5 W Holding Position 
Minimum Transformer Size: 7 VA per Actuator
-BAx Models AC 120 V (AC 102 V to 132 V) at 60 Hz: 0.05 A Running, 0.03 A Holding 
Position 
-BDx Models AC 230 V (AC 198 V to 264 V) at 50/60 Hz: 0.04 A Running, 0.03 A Holding 
Position
Auxiliary Switch 
Rating
-xxC Models Two Single-Pole, Double-Throw (SPDT), Double-Insulated Switches with Gold 
over Silver Contacts:
AC 24 V, 50 VA Pilot Duty
AC 120 V, 5.8 A Resistive, 1/4 hp, 275 VA Pilot Duty
AC 240 V, 5.0 A Resistive, 1/4 hp, 275 VA Pilot Duty
Spring Return Direction is Selectable with Mounting Position of Actuator:
Actuator Face Labeled A is Away from Valve: CCW Spring Return
Actuator Face Labeled B is Away from Valve: CW Spring Return
Rated Torque Power On
(Running)
70 lb·in. (8 N·m) All Operating Temperatures
Power Off
(Spring Returning)
70 lb·in. (8 N·m) at Standard Operating Temperatures
53 lb·in. (6 N·m) at Extended Operating Temperatures
Rotation Range Maximum Full Stroke: 95°
Rotation Time for 
90 Degrees of 
Travel
Power On
(Running)
55 to 71 Seconds for 0 to 70 lb·in. (8 N·m) Load, at all Operating Conditions
60 Seconds Nominal at Full Rated Load (0.25 rpm)
Power Off
(Spring Returning)
13 to 26 Seconds for 0 to 70 lb·in. (8 N·m) Load, at Room Temperature
21 Seconds Nominal at Full Rated Load
39 Seconds Maximum with 70 lb·in. (8 N·m) Load, at -4°F (-20°C)
108 Seconds Maximum with 53 lb·in. (6 N·m) Load at -40°F (-40°C)










