How should the mounting direction for Woodward 8404-329 be checked?

Confirm the actuator body, output clevis and turbine linkage share the intended neutral position before tightening the mount. A correct electrical connection does not compensate for a reversed mechanical arrangement.

What should be checked if Woodward 8404-329 moves in the wrong direction?

Verify command polarity, configured direction and linkage orientation in that order. Do not change the mechanical linkage until the electrical command path and actuator configuration are confirmed.

Can an existing actuator cable be reused with Woodward 8404-329?

Reuse it only after checking conductor assignment, supply requirements, shielding and connector fit against the 8404-329 installation record. A similar plug shape does not prove that the cable pinout is correct.

Why can Woodward 8404-329 stop before reaching the requested position?

Check travel limits, clevis alignment, mechanical stops and feedback scaling before changing the control command. Restricted linkage travel can appear as an actuator fault even when the drive is active.

What configuration record should accompany Woodward 8404-329?

Keep the complete model, command scaling, feedback selection, neutral position and travel limits together. These values define how the actuator command becomes the turbine linkage position.

How can a Woodward 8404-329 position alarm be isolated?

Compare the requested command, actuator feedback and actual linkage movement separately. This separates a signal or configuration problem from a mechanical restriction at the output coupling.