Krohne Optiflex2200 Manual
Krohne Optiflex2200 Manual
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KROHNE Messtechnik GmbH - Ludwig-Krohne-Str. 5 - 47058 Duisburg (Germany)
1 Safety instructions 7
2 Device description 12
3 Installation 17
4 Electrical connections 54
5 Start-up 70
6 Operation 75
7 Service 112
10 Appendix 174
Data about software revisions is shown in menu 1.1.0 IDENT. For more data, refer to Function
description on page 82. If it is not possible to refer to the device menu, record the serial number
of the device (given on the device nameplate) and speak or write to the supplier for more data.
INFORMATION!
Push the [^
^] button for 2 seconds to go to menu 1.1.0 IDENT from normal mode.
INFORMATION!
The table that follows gives data about devices with the 4...20 mA + HART output options. For
software history data about the fieldbus communication options, refer to the related
supplementary instructions.
Release date Printed circuit assembly Firmware Hardware Changes and Documentation
revision revision compatibility
2012-06-18 Converter 1.06.02 4000342401k — HB OPTIFLEX
2200 R01
Sensor 1.21.02 4000357001o HB OPTIFLEX
HMI (LCD display option) 1.00.02 4000487601m 2200 R02
INFORMATION!
The manufacturer is not liable for any damage resulting from improper use or use for other than
the intended purpose.
This TDR level transmitter measures distance, level, mass and volume of liquids, pastes,
slurries, granulates and powders.
1.3 Certification
DANGER!
For devices used in hazardous areas, additional safety notes apply; please refer to the Ex
documentation.
CE marking
The manufacturer certifies successful testing of the product by applying the CE marking. For
more data about the EU Directives and European Standards related to this device, refer to the EU
Declaration of Conformity. You can find this documentation on the DVD-ROM supplied with the
device or it can be downloaded free of charge from the website (Download Center).
All devices are based on the CE marking and meet the requirements of NAMUR
Recommendations NE 21, NE 43, NE 53 and NE 107.
You can install the device on open-air tanks and tanks that are not made of metal. Refer also to
the note that follows.
CAUTION!
If you install a device with a rod or cable probe in a non-metallic tank or open-air pit, a strong
electromagnetic field near to the device can have an unwanted effect on the accuracy. Use a
device with a coaxial probe for this type of installation.
This device meets the essential requirements of the related European Standard:
INFORMATION!
The device agrees with these conditions if:
• the device has a single or double probe (rod or cable probe) and is used in a closed tank made
of metal or
• the device has a coaxial probe.
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1.5.2 Disclaimer
The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage of any kind by using its product, including,
but not limited to direct, indirect or incidental and consequential damages.
This disclaimer does not apply in case the manufacturer has acted on purpose or with gross
negligence. In the event any applicable law does not allow such limitations on implied warranties
or the exclusion of limitation of certain damages, you may, if such law applies to you, not be
subject to some or all of the above disclaimer, exclusions or limitations.
Any product purchased from the manufacturer is warranted in accordance with the relevant
product documentation and our Terms and Conditions of Sale.
The manufacturer reserves the right to alter the content of its documents, including this
disclaimer in any way, at any time, for any reason, without prior notification, and will not be liable
in any way for possible consequences of such changes.
If this document is not in your native language and if you have any problems understanding the
text, we advise you to contact your local office for assistance. The manufacturer can not accept
responsibility for any damage or injury caused by misunderstanding of the information in this
document.
This document is provided to help you establish operating conditions, which will permit safe and
efficient use of this device. Special considerations and precautions are also described in the
document, which appear in the form of icons as shown below.
DANGER!
This warning refers to the immediate danger when working with electricity.
DANGER!
This warning refers to the immediate danger of burns caused by heat or hot surfaces.
DANGER!
This warning refers to the immediate danger when using this device in a hazardous atmosphere.
DANGER!
These warnings must be observed without fail. Even partial disregard of this warning can lead to
serious health problems and even death. There is also the risk of seriously damaging the device
or parts of the operator's plant.
WARNING!
Disregarding this safety warning, even if only in part, poses the risk of serious health problems.
There is also the risk of damaging the device or parts of the operator's plant.
CAUTION!
Disregarding these instructions can result in damage to the device or to parts of the operator's
plant.
INFORMATION!
These instructions contain important information for the handling of the device.
LEGAL NOTICE!
This note contains information on statutory directives and standards.
• HANDLING
This symbol designates all instructions for actions to be carried out by the operator in the
specified sequence.
i RESULT
This symbol refers to all important consequences of the previous actions.
INFORMATION!
No training required!
CAUTION!
Make sure that the length of the probe is correct.
TDR level transmitters use a probe to guide a signal to the surface of the measured product. The
device has a large choice of probes. Thus, it can measure most products in difficult conditions.
For more data, refer to Technical data on page 129.
INFORMATION!
For more data on accessories, refer to Accessories on page 192.
Figure 2-3: Symbols for the supplied gasket material (on the side of the process connection)
1 EPDM
2 Kalrez® 6375
If the device is supplied with an FKM/FPM gasket, there is no symbol on the side of the process
connection.
2.4 Nameplates
INFORMATION!
Look at the device nameplate to ensure that the device is delivered according to your order.
Check for the correct supply voltage printed on the nameplate.
Figure 2-4: Compact (C) and remote (F) versions: Non-Ex nameplate attached to the housing
1 Cable entry size
2 PROFIBUS Device ID (Profile ID) – only available with the PROFIBUS PA output option
3 Hardware revision / Software revision (according to NAMUR NE 53)
4 Signal output (analog, HART®, fieldbus, etc.), input voltage and maximum current (fieldbus options: basic current)
5 Degree of ingress protection (according to EN 60529 / IEC 60529)
6 Customer tag number
7 Date of manufacture
8 Serial number
9 Type code (defined in order)
10 Model name and number. The last letter "X" is either:
C = compact version or
F = remote (field) version
11 Company logo, name and postal address
Country of manufacture / Company web address
12 Symbol to show that the device agrees with China RoHS (Chinese Government regulation to prevent contamination
of the environment from materials used in the manufacture of electronic devices). The value given on the symbol is
the time in years that the device is guaranteed to be environmentally safe.
13 Food safe symbol. This symbol is shown if you ordered the device with the single rod probe option for hygienic ap-
plications. This symbol agrees with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004.
Figure 2-5: Remote (F) version: Non-Ex nameplate attached to the probe assembly
1 Company web address
2 Country of manufacture
3 Degree of ingress protection (according to EN 60529 / IEC 60529)
4 Date of manufacture
5 Order number
6 Type code (defined in order)
7 Model name and number. The last letter = "F" remote (field) version
8 Company logo, name and postal address
9 Symbol to show that the device agrees with China RoHS (Chinese Government regulation to prevent contamination of
the environment from materials used in the manufacture of electronic devices). The value given on the symbol is the
time in years that the device is guaranteed to be environmentally safe.
10 Food safe symbol. This symbol is shown if you ordered the device with the single rod probe option for hygienic ap-
plications. This symbol agrees with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004.
INFORMATION!
Do a check of the packing list to make sure that you have all the elements given in the order.
INFORMATION!
Look at the device nameplate to ensure that the device is delivered according to your order.
Check for the correct supply voltage printed on the nameplate.
3.2 Storage
WARNING!
Do not keep the device in a vertical position. This will damage the probe and the device will not
measure correctly.
3.3 Transport
WARNING!
If you do not lift the device carefully, you can cause damage to the probe.
3.5 How to prepare the tank before you install the device
CAUTION!
To avoid measuring errors and device malfunction, obey these precautions.
WARNING!
The process connection temperature range must agree with the temperature limits of the
gasket material.
Compact version:
Ambient temperature / flange temperature, flange and threaded connection, in °C
Figure 3-4: Compact version: Ambient temperature / flange temperature, flange and threaded connection, in °C
Figure 3-5: Compact version: Ambient temperature / flange temperature, flange and threaded connection, in °F
1 Maximum ambient temperature, °C
2 Maximum flange temperature, °C
3 Maximum ambient temperature, °F
4 Maximum flange temperature, °F
5 All probes
6 All versions of the 2 mm / 0.08¨ single cable probe
7 High-Temperature (HT) version of the Ø2 mm / 0.08¨ single cable probe
INFORMATION!
When the process temperature is -50°C / -58°F and the device has an EPDM gasket, there is a
de-rating for the ambient temperature:
Compact version
Ta = -36°C / -32.8°F for the Ø2 mm / 0.08¨ single cable probe
Ta = -39°C / -38.2°F for the high-temperature (HT) version of the Ø2 mm / 0.08¨ single cable
probe
Ta = -37°C / -34.6°F for all other probes
Hygienic applications only: When the process temperature is -45°C / -49°F and the device has an
EPDM gasket, there is a de-rating for the ambient temperature. Ta = -39°C / -38.2°F
Figure 3-6: Remote version (probe housing): Ambient temperature / flange temperature, flange and threaded
connection, in °C
Figure 3-7: Remote version (probe housing): Ambient temperature / flange temperature, flange and threaded
connection, in °F
1 Maximum ambient temperature, °C
2 Maximum flange temperature, °C
3 Maximum ambient temperature, °F
4 Maximum flange temperature, °F
5 All probes
6 All versions of the 2 mm / 0.08¨ single cable probe
7 High-Temperature (HT) version of the Ø2 mm / 0.08¨ single cable probe
INFORMATION!
When the process temperature is -50°C / -58°F and the device has an EPDM gasket, there is a
de-rating for the ambient temperature:
Hygienic applications only: When the process temperature is -45°C / -49°F and the device has an
EPDM gasket, there is a de-rating for the ambient temperature. Ta = -39°C / -38.2°F
CAUTION!
Do not put the process connection near to the product inlet. If the product that enters the tank
touches the probe, the device will measure incorrectly.
Figure 3-9: How to prevent build-up of product around the process connection
1 If product particles are likely to collect in holes, a nozzle is not recommended.
2 Attach the flange directly to the tank.
3 Use a threaded connection to attach the device directly to the tank.
Figure 3-10: Recommended nozzle dimensions for single rod and single cable probes
1 Recommended conditions: h ≤ d, where h is the height of the tank nozzle and d is the diameter of the tank nozzle.
2 The end of the nozzle must not have an extension into the tank. Do not install the device on a high nozzle.
CAUTION!
If the device is installed on a high nozzle, make sure that the probe does not touch the side of the
nozzle (attach the probe end etc.).
Figure 3-12: Recommended nozzle dimensions for double rod and double cable probes
d ≥ 50 mm / 2¨, where d is the diameter of the tank nozzle
CAUTION!
Install coaxial probes in clean liquids that are not too viscous.
[mm] [inches]
Coaxial 0 0
Double rod / cable 100 4
Single rod / cable 300 12
CAUTION!
Keep the probe straight.
• Weld a tube with an internal diameter of 28...30 mm / 1.1...1.2¨ to the bottom of the tank.
i Make sure the tube aligns with the process connection at the top of the tank.
• Lower the probe into the tank.
• Put the end of the probe into the tube.
The probe counterweight has a hole with an M8 internal thread. You can also select the
appropriate options and attach:
1 An anchoring rod
2 A turnbuckle
• Weld a tube with an internal diameter of 12 mm / 0.5¨ to the bottom of the tank.
i Make sure the tube aligns with the process connection at the top of the tank.
• Lower the probe into the tank.
• Put the end of the probe into the tube.
Figure 3-18: How to attach a Ø4 mm / 0.16¨ single cable probe to keep it straight
1 Probe with threaded end
2 Probe with turnbuckle
3 Probe with chuck
4 If you chose a chuck to anchor the probe, we recommend that you fit a ferrule (metal sheath – not supplied) at the
bottom of the loop to prevent cable wear
The probe counterweight has a hole with an M8 internal thread. The other probe end options are
given in the illustration.
CAUTION!
If your device has a chuck, you must recalculate the probe length. For the procedure, refer to
How to decrease the length of probes on page 103. If the device is not set to the correct probe
length, it is possible that the device will not measure correctly.
Figure 3-19: How to attach a Ø2 mm / 0.08¨ single cable probe to keep it straight
The probe counterweight has a hole with an M8 internal thread. You can attach the probe
counterweight to a threaded end.
• Weld a tube with an internal diameter of 23...25 mm / 0.91...1¨ to the bottom of the tank.
i Make sure the tube aligns with the process connection at the top of the tank.
• Lower the probe into the tank.
• Put the end of the probe into the tube.
Figure 3-21: Installation recommendations for standpipes (stilling wells and bypass chambers)
1 Stilling well
2 Bypass chamber
3 Vent
4 Level of the liquid
INFORMATION!
Stilling wells are not necessary for devices with coaxial probes. But if there is a sudden change
in diameter in the stilling well, we recommend that you install a device with a coaxial probe.
CAUTION!
• The standpipe must be electrically conductive. If the standpipe is not made of metal, obey the
instructions for empty space around the probe. For more data, refer to General requirements
on page 25.
• The standpipe must be straight. There must be no changes in diameter from the device
process connection to the bottom of the standpipe.
• The standpipe must be vertical.
• Recommended surface roughness: < ±0.1 mm / 0.004¨.
• The bottom of the stilling well must be open.
• Adjust the probe to the center of the standpipe.
• Make sure that there are no deposits at the bottom of the standpipe which can cause
blockage of the process connections.
• Make sure that there is liquid in the standpipe.
Floating roofs
If the device is for a tank with a floating roof, install it in a stilling well.
DANGER!
Risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD): The device is resistant to electrostatic discharges of up to
30 kV, but it is the responsibility of the fitter and the user to prevent ESD.
CAUTION!
Install the device at the correct location to measure level correctly and prevent too much
bending and traction. If necessary, attach the probe to the bottom of the tank.
CAUTION!
Risk of damage to the cable probe. High loads can break the cable.
If the load on the Ø8 mm / 0.32¨ single cable probe is more than 3500 kg / 7700 lb, contact your
supplier. If the load on the Ø4 mm / 0.16¨ single cable probe is more than 875 kg / 1930 lb,
contact your supplier.
CAUTION!
Make sure that the tank roof is resistant to deformation at high loads.
[kg]
Cement 1000 2000 3000
Fly ash 500 1000 1500
Wheat 300 500 1200
[lb]
Cement 2200 4410 6520
Fly ash 1100 2200 3300
Wheat 660 1100 2650
• Make sure that the housing and the single rod have the same ID numbers.
• Remove the sticker from the probe.
Figure 3-27: Part2: How to attach the locking nut and union nut
Figure 3-28: Part 3: How to attach the locking nut and union nut
CAUTION!
Support the probe.
Figure 3-29: Equipment needed to assemble the single rod probe (segmented)
1 Converter and process connection
2 Bottom (quantity: 1) segment of the rod probe
3 Top and middle (if more than one) segments of the rod probe
4 Tools: two 8 mm open-end wrenches (not supplied)
5 Lock nuts (2 lock nuts per segment)
6 Union nut (1 union nut per segment)
CAUTION!
Make sure that the housing and the single rod have the same ID numbers.
Figure 3-30: Part 1: How to assemble the segmented single rod probe
CAUTION!
Make sure that the nuts are tight and the rod probe cannot loosen.
1 Attach a lock nut to the threaded rod below the process connection. Turn the nut until it is ¾
along the length of the rod.
2 Attach a union nut to the threaded rod below the process connection.
3 Use two 8 mm open-end wrenches to tighten the union nut against the lock nut.
Figure 3-31: Part 2: How to assemble the segmented single rod probe
WARNING!
Put a support below the probe to prevent deformation.
CAUTION!
Make sure that the nuts are tight and the rod probe cannot loosen.
CAUTION!
Make sure that the housing and the single rod have the same ID numbers.
CAUTION!
Do not attach the screw to the end of the rod segment that has a groove for the attachment of a
PTFE spacer.
1 Use a 2 mm Allen wrench to attach and tighten a HC M4×20 screw at the top of each rod seg-
ment (intermediary and end rod segments)
2 Attach a PTFE spacer to the end of each rod segment that has a groove.
3 Attach a pair of lock washers at the top of each rod segment (intermediary and end rod seg-
ments)
4 Assemble one of the middle rod segments (with a pair of lock washers on the attached screw)
and the signal rod below. Use two 7 mm open-ended wrenches to tighten the assembled parts
to a torque of 2…3 N·m.
WARNING!
Be careful when you use the pipe wrenches. Make sure that the measuring tubes have no
deformation.
CAUTION!
• Make sure that the screws are tight and the measuring tube cannot loosen.
• Make sure that the fitting for the lock screw is not aligned with a hole in the coaxial tube.
1 Attach a union nut to each coaxial tube (middle and end tubes)
2 Attach a middle tube segment to the coaxial probe stem. Do not use tools to tighten the as-
sembled parts.
3 Assemble the next middle rod segment (with a pair of lock washers on the attached screw)
and the top rod segment. Use two 7 mm open-ended wrenches to tighten the assembled parts
to a torque of 2…3 N·m.
4 Assemble the next coaxial tube segment and the top coaxial tube segment. Do not use tools
to tighten the assembled parts. Do steps (9) thru (10) again until the end rod segment and end
coaxial tube are attached.
5 Use the 2 pipe wrenches to tighten the coaxial tubes in the lock nuts.
6 Use a 2.5 mm Allen wrench to attach and tighten the two HC M5×5 screws (lock screws) to the
union nut.
CAUTION!
If the lock screw is not tight, the device will not measure correctly.
1 Use a 2.5 mm Allen wrench to attach and tighten a HC M5×5 screw (lock screw) to the bottom
segment of tube.
INFORMATION!
If there is not sufficient clearance to install the device, remove the housing. Install the probe and
then put the housing back on the process connection. For more data, refer to How to turn or
remove the signal converter on page 49.
INFORMATION!
To make the cleaning of the antenna easier, attach the device to a short socket.
Tri-Clamp®
Equipment needed:
• Device with Tri-Clamp® adaptor
• Gasket (not supplied)
• Band clamp (not supplied)
DIN 11851
Equipment needed:
• Device with a DIN 11851 adaptor
• Gasket (not supplied)
• DIN 11851 nut
WARNING!
If you bend the probe too much, you will damage the device and it will not measure accurately.
• Use two persons to lift the housing and the probe above the process connection.
• Hold the device 1 m / 3½ ft above the tank.
• Unwind the probe carefully into the tank.
• Make sure that the metal sheet is in contact with the thread stop on the device.
If you have a device with a double rod, double cable or coaxial probe, you can ignore these
instructions.
CAUTION!
When the device is installed, make sure that the tank roof has no deformation.
Figure 3-43: Wall support for the remote version (attached to the remote converter)
1 Use marks on the wall to help you put the wall support in the correct position. For more data,
refer to Dimensions and weights on page 148.
2 Use equipment and tools that agree with health and safety regulations and good engineering
practice.
3 Make sure the wall support is correctly attached to the wall.
CAUTION!
If you remove the housing, put a cover on the coaxial hole on top of the process connection
assembly.
When the housing is attached to the process connection assembly, tighten the lock screw with
the 5 mm Allen wrench 1.
INFORMATION!
Install the weather protection after you connect the device to the power supply.
1 Put the weather protection clamp around the top of the device. Make sure that the locking nuts
on the clamp are aligned with the cable entries.
2 Attach the two locking nuts to the threads on the weather protection clamp. Tighten the lock-
ing nuts with a 10 mm socket wrench.
3 Lower the weather protection cover onto weather protection clamp until the hole for the lock
is in the slot at the front of the cover.
4 Put the R-clip into the hole at the front of the weather protection cover.
i End of the procedure.
INFORMATION!
Install the weather protection after you connect the device to the power supply.
1 Put the weather protection clamp around the front of the device (the end of the device that is
nearest to the cable entry). Make sure that the locking nuts on the clamp are aligned with the
cable entries.
2 Attach the two locking nuts to the threads on the weather protection clamp. Tighten the lock-
ing nuts with a 10 mm socket wrench.
3 Lower the weather protection cover onto weather protection clamp until the hole for the lock
is in the slot at the front of the cover.
4 Put the R-clip into the hole at the front of the weather protection cover.
i End of the procedure.
INFORMATION!
Electrical installation: Remove the weather protection before you open the terminal
compartment cover.
1 Remove the R-clip from the hole at the front of the weather protection cover.
2 Remove the weather protection cover.
i End of the procedure.
DANGER!
Observe the national regulations for electrical installations!
DANGER!
For devices used in hazardous areas, additional safety notes apply; please refer to the Ex
documentation.
WARNING!
Observe without fail the local occupational health and safety regulations. Any work done on the
electrical components of the measuring device may only be carried out by properly trained
specialists.
INFORMATION!
Look at the device nameplate to ensure that the device is delivered according to your order.
Check for the correct supply voltage printed on the nameplate.
INFORMATION!
Devices with the FOUNDATION™ fieldbus output option:
For electrical connection data, refer to the "Description of FOUNDATION™ fieldbus interface"
supplementary instructions.
INFORMATION!
Devices with the PROFIBUS PA output option:
For electrical connection data, refer to the "Description of PROFIBUS PA interface"
supplementary instructions.
INFORMATION!
Electrical power to the output terminal energizes the device. The output terminal is also used for
HART® communication.
CAUTION!
• Use the applicable electrical cables with the cable glands.
• Make sure that the current is not more than 5 A or that there is 5 A-rated fuse in the
electrical circuit that energizes the device.
• Make sure that the polarity of the power supply is correct. If the polarity is incorrect, you will
not cause damage to the device but the device will not operate.
Equipment needed:
• Small slotted tip screwdriver (not supplied)
Procedure:
1 Do not disconnect the safety cord from the terminal compartment cover. Put the terminal
compartment cover adjacent to the housing.
2 Remove the connector from the circuit board.
3 Connect the electrical wires to the connector. Attach the connector to the circuit board. Tight-
en the cable entry glands.
INFORMATION!
Electrical power to the output terminal energizes the device. The output terminal is also used for
HART® communication.
CAUTION!
• Use the applicable electrical cables with the cable glands.
• Make sure that the current is not more than 5 A or that there is 5 A-rated fuse in the
electrical circuit that energizes the device.
• Make sure that the polarity of the power supply is correct. If the polarity is incorrect, you will
not cause damage to the device but the device will not operate.
For more electrical installation data, refer to Compact version on page 55.
Non-Ex devices only: The signal cable is an option for non-Ex devices. If the signal cable is not
supplied by the device manufacturer, the cable must have properties that follow:
Basic properties
• Twisted cable 2 by 2, shielded or screened.
Temperature
• Use electrical cable with the applicable temperature rating for the operating conditions.
• Ambient temperature range: -40...+80°C / -40...+176°F
• We recommend that the cable agrees with UL 94V-0.
Electrical characteristics
• Test voltage: Insulated conductor / shield (screen) ≥ 500 VAC
• Line resistance: < 55 Ω/km
• The cable must agree with EN 60811 (Low Voltage Directive) or equivalent national
regulations.
INFORMATION!
• The Faston connector for the stranded drain wire must agree with DIN 46 228: E 1.5-8
• The wire end ferrules for the twisted pair of conductors must agree with DIN 46 228: E 0.5-8
DANGER!
The device must be grounded in accordance with regulations in order to protect personnel
against electric shocks.
DANGER!
For devices used in hazardous areas, additional safety notes apply; please refer to the Ex
documentation.
WARNING!
Observe without fail the local occupational health and safety regulations. Any work done on the
electrical components of the measuring device may only be carried out by properly trained
specialists.
CAUTION!
Do not wind the signal cable. This configuration will prevent interference from electromagnetic
fields.
Equipment needed
Figure 4-9: Connections between the remote converter and the probe housing
1 Remote converter
2 Probe housing
3 Power supply: voltage in -
4 Power supply: voltage in +
5 Signal cable B
6 Signal cable A
7 Shielding wire (attached to Faston connectors in the housings of the remote converter and the probe housing)
Figure 4-10: How to connect the signal cable to the remote converter
CAUTION!
Bending radius of the signal cable: ≥ 50 mm / 2¨
Figure 4-11: How to connect the signal cable to the probe housing
CAUTION!
Bending radius of the signal cable: ≥ 50 mm / 2¨
DANGER!
Make sure that the cable gland is watertight.
Figure 4-13: How to make the installation agree with protection category IP67
Refer to the table that follows for the diameter of the outer sheath of the electrical cable:
[mm] [inches]
Power supply / output non-Ex / Ex i 6...7.5 0.24...0.3
Power supply / output Exd 6...10 0.24...0.39
Signal cable non-Ex / Ex i / Ex d 6...10 0.24...0.39
(for the remote version) 1
1 This electrical cable is connected between the remote converter and the probe housing
4.7 Networks
4.7.1 General information
The device uses the HART® communication protocol. This protocol agrees with the HART®
Communication Foundation standard. The device can be connected point-to-point. It can also
have a polling address of 1 to 63 in a multi-drop network.
DANGER!
If the device has a Hazardous Locations approval, make sure that the device and the installation
agrees with the requirements of the certificate of compliance.
INFORMATION!
This chapter and the start of the chapter that follows tell you what data is given on the device
display in normal mode and how to change device settings in configuration mode. If you know
about how this device operates, you can ignore this data. Continue with the quick setup
procedure. For more data about this procedure, refer to Commissioning on page 90.
The current output percentage is only shown if the measurement type (refer to item 2 in the
illustration) is the same as the output function. The parameter is set in menu item 2.4.1 (OUTPUT
FUNC.). For example, if the output function is set to "Level" and the device shows "Level"
measurements in normal mode, the bar graph and value is shown (refer to item 1 in the
illustration).
INFORMATION!
The DTM for this device agrees with the FDT1.2 specification. For more data, refer to the related
certificate in the Product Catalog on the FDT Group website (http://www.fdtgroup.org/product-
catalog/certified-dtms).
The software and installation instructions are given on the DVD-ROM supplied with the device.
You can also download the latest version of PACTware™ and the DTM from our website.
The DD file is given on the DVD-ROM supplied with the device. You can also download it from our
website.
Configuration mode Use this mode to view parameters, commission the device, create tables
for volume or mass measurement, change critical values to measure in
difficult process conditions. To get access to supervisor menu, refer to
Protection of the device settings on page 96. For more data on menu items,
refer to Function description on page 82.
• for the selection of the measurement type (level, distance, percentage and conversion) and
• for the selection of the measurement units
Some measurement types will only be available if the device has the correct parameters entered
in the configuration mode.
Keypad functions
Button Description Function "Hot key" function
Right Enter configuration mode. —
Return / Change the measurement units. The device will show the
Escape firmware version numbers in
menu item 1.1.0 IDENT..
Down Change the measurement type. —
Measurement definitions
Measurement name Description Available units
LEVEL This is a display and an output function option. m, cm, mm, in (inches),
It is the height from the bottom of the tank to ft (feet)
the surface of the liquid or solid contents (Tank
height - Distance).
DISTANCE This is a display and an output function option. m, cm, mm, in (inches),
It is the distance from the face of the flange to ft (feet)
the surface of the liquid or solid contents of the
tank.
CONVERSION This is a display and an output function option. kg, t, Ston, Lton, m, cm, mm,
It gives the volume or mass of the tank in, ft, m3, L, gal, Imp, ft3, bbl
contents. This data is available if you prepare a
volume or mass table in configuration mode.
For data on how to prepare the conversion
table, refer to How to configure the device to
measure volume or mass on page 99.
ULLAGE CONV. This is a display and an output function option. kg, t, Ston, Lton, m, cm, mm,
It gives the empty volume or remaining mass in, ft, m3, L, gal, Imp, ft3, bbl
that can be put in the tank. This data is
available if you prepare a volume or mass table
in configuration mode. For data on how to
prepare the conversion table, refer to How to
configure the device to measure volume or
mass on page 99.
EPSILON R The dielectric constant of the contents of the No unit
tank. An electrical property of the liquid or
solid contents of the tank. Also known as εr, DK
and relative permittivity. This gives the
strength of the measurement pulse reflection.
This data is shown if the menu item AUTO Er
CALC (2.5.2) is used to calculate the dielectric
constant value.
OUTPUT I (mA) The current output of the device. mA
OUTPUT I (%) The percentage of the current output. %
0% = 4 mA. 100% = 20 mA.
• Use the 1.0.0 INFORMATION menu to read settings, device software versions and error
records. For more data about the Information menu, refer to Table 1: Info.
• Use the 2.0.0 SUPERVISOR menu to commission the device, to run diagnostic tests, set up a
conversion table for volume or mass measurement, change critical parameters for difficult
process conditions, reset the device and change basic parameters (tank height etc.), output
settings, HART Address etc. For more data about the Supervisor menu, refer to Table 2:
Supervisor.
CAUTION!
The commissioning procedure is mandatory.
CAUTION!
SIL-approved devices: For data about critical device parameters, refer to the Safety Manual.
INFORMATION!
It is not possible to enter the 3.0.0 SERVICE and 4.0.0 MASTER menus. These menus are for
factory calibration and approved personnel only.
CAUTION!
SIL-approved devices: For data about critical device parameters for SIL approval, refer to the
Safety Manual (SIL approval).
INFORMATION!
HOW TO SET THE SUPERVISOR PASSWORD TO "ON" OR "OFF"
The supervisor password is set to "on" by default. If it is necessary to set this function to "off",
refer to Function description on page 82, Table 2: Supervisor menu, menu item PSWD YES/NO
(2.7.4).
INFORMATION!
HOW TO CHANGE THE SUPERVISOR PASSWORD
You can change the password for the supervisor menu. For more data, refer to Function
description on page 82, Table 2: Supervisor menu, menu item PASSWORD (2.7.5).
2.0.0 Supervisor
2.1.0 Quick Setup
2.2.0 Tests
2.3.0 Basic Param. (Basic Parameters)
2.4.0 Output I
2.5.0 Application
2.6.0 Communicat. (Communication)
2.7.0 Display
2.8.0 Conv. Table (Conversion Table)
2.9.0 Config/Reset
3.0.0 Service
n/a Password locked. Menus for factory calibration and qualified
service personnel only.
4.0.0 Master
n/a Password locked. Menus for factory calibration and qualified
service personnel only.
This is what you see when you are in Configuration mode. The functions of the buttons are given
in the table that follows:
This is what you see when you select a menu item that has a list of parameters. The functions of
the buttons are given in the table that follows:
This is what you see when you select a menu item that has a value. The functions of the buttons
are given in the table that follows:
1.1.0 IDENT.
1.1.1 SERIAL NUM. The device serial number. Read only.
1.1.2 CONV.FIRM.VER The converter firmware version. Read only.
1.1.3 SEN.FIRM.VER The sensor firmware version. Read only.
1.1.4 HMI.FIRM.VER The HMI (device display screen) Read only.
firmware version.
1.2.0 OUTPUT I
1.2.1 SUMMARY I Push [>>] to read the setting at this time Read only.
for the output function (OUTPUT
FUNC.). Push [> >] again to read the
settings for the output range (RANGE
I), 4 mA setting (SCALE 4mA), 20 mA
setting (SCALE 20mA), and error delay
(ERROR DELAY).
1.3.0 HISTORY
1.3.1 ERROR RECORD A log of device errors. Push [>>] to read Read only.
the errors. Push [] or [
] to scroll up
or down the list. Each error is identified
by a code. Push [>>] again to show the
number of incidents and the time since
the last incident in days, hours,
minutes and seconds. For more data
about errors, refer to Status and error
messages on page 105.
CAUTION!
Make sure that you do this procedure
before you use the device. The settings
in this procedure have an effect on the
performance of the device.
2.2.0 TESTS
2.2.1 SET OUTPUT This sets the analog output to a test 3.5, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 3.5 mA
value [mA] selected from a list. The 18, 20 or 22 mA
output will change to the selected
value after 5 seconds, independent of
the measured value.
2.2.2 DIAGNOSTIC This starts the hardware test. Push [> >]
many times to show: the time of
operation (D1), temperature of the
electronic converter board (T1), loop
current (I1), load current (I2), voltage
5.6 V (V1), voltage on capacitors (V2),
voltage 3.3 V (V3), amplitude reference
pulse (P1), amplitude level pulse (P2),
amplitude probe end pulse (P3), reset
counter (C1). If you push [>
>] again, the
display goes back to the menu level.
2.4.0 OUTPUT I
2.4.1 OUTPUT FUNC. The output function. Select an output Distance, Level, Level
function to scale the current values in Distance conversion,
relation to a given point (usually the Level conversion
device process connection or the tank
bottom). The output current value is
shown on a bar graph in normal mode
if the measurement name (displayed
measurement) is the same as the
output function. Conversion
parameters (Distance Conversion,
Level Conversion) are shown if there is
volume or mass data in 2.8.1 INPUT
TABLE.
2.4.2 RANGE I This menu item sets the limits of the 4-20, 4-20/22E, 4-20/3.6E (If the
output current range to 1 of the 2 4-20/3.6E, 3.8-20.5/22E, device is used in
available options: standard limits 3.8-20.5/3.6E safety-related
(4...20 mA) or NAMUR NE 43-compliant systems (SIL2), do
limits (3.8...20.5 mA). It also tells the not use the "4-20"
device what to do if an error occurs. If setting)
you set RANGE I to 4-20/22E and an
error occurs (e.g. the tank is too full
etc.), the device output current will
change to an error value of 22 mA. If
you set RANGE I to 4-20 and the device
senses a measurement error, the
value will stop at the last correct
measurement.
2.4.3 SCALE 4mA This gives a measurement value to min-max: 1 2
4 mA.
2.4.4 SCALE 20mA This gives a measurement value to min-max: 1 2
20 mA.
2.4.5 ERROR DELAY The time after which the current output 0 S, 10 S, 20 S, 30 S, 10 S
changes to an error value. The error 1 MN, 2 MN, 5 MN,15 MN
value shows that there is a
measurement error. MN=minutes and
S=seconds.
2.5.0 APPLICATION
2.5.1 TRACING VEL. Tracing velocity. This value must agree min-max: 10.0 m/min
with the maximum rate of change of 0.1…1000 m/min
the level of the liquid or solid contents
in the tank.
2.5.2 AUTO Er CALC Automatic dielectric constant (εr) YES, NO YES. If the probe
calculation. When this menu item is set length is unknown,
to "Yes", the device automatically then it is set to
calculates the εr value of the liquid or "NO". 3
solid contents in the tank.
2.5.3 GAS EPS. R Dielectric constant (εr) of the gas in the min-max: 1
tank. A major parameter for TDR level 0.8...115.00
measurement devices. If the dielectric
constant of the gas is very different
from the default value (air), set 2.5.3
GAS EPS. R to the εr value of the gas.
2.5.4 EPS.R CALCUL. The calculated εr value for the liquid or Read only.
solid contents in the tank. The result of
the calculation in 2.5.2 AUTO EPSI. R.
This menu item will not be available if
2.5.2 AUTO EPSI. R is not used.
2.5.5 PROD. EPS. R Dielectric constant (εr) of the liquid or min-max: 2.3
solid contents in the tank. If possible, 1.0 to 115.00
type in the exact value of the product's
dielectric constant. If you do not know
the exact value, use 2.5.2 AUTO Er
CALC. A new product εr that is too low
will mean that level will read higher
than its true value. This menu item is
only used in TBF mode.
2.5.6 LEVEL AMP. Level amplitude. This is the amplitude Read only.
of the signal (after reflection on the
surface of the tank contents) compared
with the amplitude of the reference
pulse. This value helps you to set the
measurement threshold in menu item
2.5.7 LEVEL THRESH.. For more data,
refer to Thresholds and parasitic
signals on page 101.
2.5.7 LEVEL THRESH. Level threshold. If it is difficult to min-max: This depends on
identify the level signal (for example: 0 to 1000 the probe type
too many parasite signals), you can
increase the threshold. This value is
measured in thousandths (1...1000). A
threshold of 100 is equivalent to 10% of
the amplitude of the reference pulse at
a distance of 1 m / 3.3 ft from the
flange facing or thread stop. For more
data, refer to Thresholds and parasitic
signals on page 101.
Refer to the "Default values for menu
item 2.5.7 LEVEL THRESH." table at the
end of this section.
CAUTION!
Do not set this menu item to "Static" or
"Static & Dynamic" modes before you
do the quick setup procedure.
2.6.0 COMMUNICATION
2.6.1 HART ADDRESS Any HART® address greater than 0 will min-max: 0
activate HART® multidrop mode. The 0…63
current output stays constant at 4 mA.
If 2.6.1 HART ADDRESS is set to 0, the
device will operate in point-to-point
mode.
2.7.0 DISPLAY
2.7.1 LANGUAGE Data can be shown in any of the 9 languages are 4
languages stored in the device. available in 3 packs: (1)
English, French, German
and Italian; (2) English,
French, Spanish and
Portuguese; (3) English,
Chinese (Simplified),
Japanese and Russian
2.7.2 LENGTH UNIT The length unit of measurement shown m, cm, mm, in (inches), m
in normal mode. ft (feet)
2.7.3 CONV UNIT Conversion unit. The length, volume or kg, t, Ston, Lton, m, cm, kg
mass conversion unit for the mm, in, ft, m3, L, gal,
conversion table and shown in normal Imp, ft3, bbl
mode.
2.7.4 PSWD YES/NO If it is necessary to protect your YES, NO YES
settings in the supervisor menu with a
password, set this menu item to YES.
YES
2.7.5 PASSWORD This changes the password for the [>
>], [^
^], [
], [
],
supervisor menu. Push the buttons up [>
>] and [^^]
to 6 times in any order. This will be the
new password. To confirm the change,
enter the new password a second time.
For more data, refer to Protection of
the device settings on page 96.
2.7.6 CONTRAST The contrast control for the display min-max: 36
screen. You can select a shade of grey 20…54
between light grey (level 20) and black
(level 54).
2.9.0 CONFIG/RESET
2.9.3 RESTART This menu item starts the device again. YES, NO NO
2.9.4 RESET FACT. If you set this menu item to "YES", the YES, NO NO
device goes back to its initial settings
(set by the manufacturer in the
factory).
1 Units and range depend on the output function, length unit and volume unit selected
2 This depends on the data given in the customer order
3 The probe length is unknown if a cable probe does not have a counterweight or the device has a probe connection but no probe attached
4 If the device has the LCD display option, this depends on the data given in the customer order
[mm] [inches]
Ø2 mm / 0.08¨ single cable 350 13.78
Ø4 mm / 0.16¨ single cable 350 13.78
Ø8 mm / 0.32¨ single cable 350 13.78
Single rod 250 9.84
Coaxial 100 3.94
Ø4 mm / 0.16¨ double cable 200 7.87
Ø8 mm / 0.32¨ double rod 200 7.87
Device without a probe (spare part) 350 13.78
Default values for menu items 2.4.3 SCALE 4mA and 2.4.4 SCALE 20mA
Probe type SCALE 4mA SCALE 20mA
3. Service menu
Menu Function Function description Selection list Default
No.
3.0.0 SERVICE Advanced settings. The settings in this
menu are protected with a password.
Only approved personnel can change
the parameters in this menu. For more
data, speak or write to your local sales
office.
4. Master menu
Menu Function Function description Selection list Default
No.
4.0.0 MASTER Factory settings. The settings in this
menu are protected with a password.
Only approved personnel can change
the parameters in this menu. For more
data, speak or write to your local sales
office.
CAUTION!
Make sure that you do this procedure before you use the device. The settings in this procedure
have an effect on the performance of the device.
Procedure
Screen Steps Description
• [>>], [
] and [>
>]. Default screen.
Enter configuration mode (2.0.0
SUPERVISOR).
• [>>], [^
^], [
], [
], [>
>] and [^
^]. Enter the password (the default password
is shown). If it is necessary to change the
password, refer to Function description on
page 82, menu item 2.7.5 PASSWORD.
• [>>] to change Scale 4 mA. Use this step to give the 4 mA output
• [>>] to change the position of the cursor. setting (0% limit) in the tank. Refer to the
• [
] to decrease the value or [ ] to illustrations that follow. Illustration 1
shows the settings for level. Illustration 2
increase the value. shows the settings for distance.
• [^
^] to confirm.
• [>>] to change Scale 20 mA. Use this step to give the 20 mA output
• [>>] to change the position of the cursor. setting (100% limit) in the tank. Refer to the
• [
] to decrease the value or [ ] to illustrations that follow. Illustration 1
shows the settings for level. Illustration 2
increase the value. shows the settings for distance.
• [^
^] to confirm.
• [
] or [
] for the selection of the error The time after which the current output
delay (0 s, 10 s, 20 s, 30 s, 1 mn, 2 mn, changes to an error value. The error value
5 mn or 15 mn). shows that there is a measurement error.
• [^
^] to confirm.
When you do this procedure, the device automatically calculates and records the probe length.
Values and parameters that can be changed are shown between the « ... » marks in the
illustrations that follow. Push the keypad buttons in the correct sequence:
Procedure
Screen Steps Description
• [>>], [
] and [>
>]. Default screen.
Enter configuration mode (2.0.0
SUPERVISOR).
• [>>], [^
^], [
], [
], [>
>] and [^
^]. Enter the password (the default password
is shown). If it is necessary to change the
password, refer to Function description on
page 82, menu item 2.7.5 PASSWORD.
• [>>] for the selection of "Partially filled" or Is your tank partially filled or empty?
[
] for the selection of "Empty". If the tank is partially filled, the procedure
will not start.
• 3 × [^
^] to confirm. Set to STORE YES to use the data. Set to
• [
] or [
] for the selection of the save STORE NO to cancel the changes to the
option (STORE NO or STORE YES). device settings.
• [^
^] to confirm.
If the probe length calculated in this procedure is much shorter than the real probe length, then
do the procedure that follows:
For more data about menu items, refer to Function description on page 82.
6.4.3 Snapshot
The snapshot procedure is very important for the performance of the device. Make sure that the
tank is empty or only filled to the minimum level before you do the procedure.
Use this procedure (menu item 2.1.2) if there are objects adjacent to the probe that can cause
parasitic signals. The device does a scan for objects that do not change their vertical positions in
the tank (heating tubes, agitators, fuel assemblies etc.) and records the data. The device can
then use this data to put the measurement signal through a filter (Dynamic Parasite Rejection).
INFORMATION!
Dynamic Parasite Rejection (DPR) is a function that automatically puts parasitic signals through
a signal filter. Parasitic signals are caused by internal vessel installations or build-up on the
probe during normal operation. Use the DPR function to get the best possible performance
during level measurement. To use the device with the DPR function, do the snapshot procedure
(refer to menu item 2.1.2). During this procedure, the software finds, marks, and saves all
parasitic signals.
When the device is in DPR mode (when menu item 2.5.11 SNAPSHOT MOD. is set to "static" or
"static and dynamic"), it will automatically update this data to ignore old and new parasitic
signals. Thus, it is not necessary to do the snapshot procedure again. Because the device
records the data from the SNAPSHOT procedure (for "static" or "static and dynamic" modes), it
is also not necessary to do the procedure again if you de-energize the device.
CAUTION!
• If you decrease the probe length, do the probe length calculation procedure before the
snapshot procedure.
• Make sure that the tank is empty or only filled to the minimum level.
• Make sure that there are no objects adjacent to the probe. For more data about empty space,
refer to General requirements on page 25.
Before you do the snapshot procedure, install the device on the tank. For more data about how to
install the device, refer to Installation on page 17.
Values and parameters that can be changed are shown between the « ... » marks in the
illustrations that follow. Push the keypad buttons in the correct sequence:
Procedure
Screen Steps Description
• [>>], [
] and [>
>]. Default screen.
Enter configuration mode (2.0.0
SUPERVISOR).
• [>>], [^
^], [
], [
], [>
>] and [^
^]. Enter the password (the default password
is shown). If it is necessary to change the
password, refer to Function description on
page 82, menu item 2.7.5 PASSWORD.
• [>>], [
] and [>
>] Push these buttons to start the snapshot
procedure.
• 3 × [^
^] to confirm. Set to STORE YES to use the data. Set to
• [
] or [
] for the selection of the save STORE NO to cancel the changes to the
option (STORE NO or STORE YES). device settings.
• [^
^] to confirm.
6.4.4 Test
Use this procedure to test the loop current. Values and parameters that can be changed are
shown between the « ... » marks in the illustrations that follow. Push the keypad buttons in the
correct sequence:
Procedure
Screen Step Description
Default screen.
• [>>], [
] and [>
>].
• [
].
• [>>].
• [^
^] 3 times to go back to the default The loop current goes back to initial value.
screen. Default screen.
INFORMATION!
Make a note of the password and keep it in a safe place. If you lose the password, please speak
or write to your supplier.
CAUTION!
Make sure that the address for this device is different from others in the multidrop network.
Use the flange facing or thread stop as the reference point for the 4 and 20 mA current output
settings. The 4 and 20 mA current output settings are the minimum and maximum points of the
measurement scale.
For more data about the menu items, refer to Function description on page 82.
Use the tank bottom as the reference point for the 4 and 20 mA current output settings. The 4
and 20 mA current output settings are the minimum and maximum points of the measurement
scale.
For more data about the menu items, refer to Function description on page 82.
CAUTION!
Enter the data in numerical sequence (strapping table entry number 01, 02 etc.).
The device will give more accurate volume readings if you give more conversion data in these
areas:
The user can do a check of the signal amplitude after reflection on the surface of the
liquid or solids:
• 2.5.6 LEVEL AMP. (level pulse amplitude). This is the amplitude of the signal after it makes a
reflection on the surface of the liquid or solid in the tank and is compared with the reference
pulse amplitude. It is measured in thousandths (1...1000) of the reference pulse amplitude
(value= 1000). The device measures the distance from the process connection to the level
signal, and the signal amplitude. The signal converter then does a mathematical conversion
(that agrees with a law of signal attenuation) to show the signal amplitude at a standard
distance of 1 m / 3.3 ft from the process connection. This value helps you to set the
measurement threshold in menu item 2.5.7 LEVEL THRESH..
• 2.5.8 PROB.END AMP (probe end amplitude). This is the amplitude of the signal after it makes
a reflection on the probe end and is compared with the reference pulse amplitude. This value
is measured in thousandths (1...1000) of the reference pulse amplitude (value= 1000). The
device measures the distance from the process connection to the probe end signal, and the
signal amplitude. The signal converter then does a mathematical conversion (that agrees
with a law of signal attenuation) to show the signal amplitude at a standard distance of 1 m /
3.3 ft from the process connection. This value helps you to set the measurement threshold in
menu item 2.5.9 PROBE END TH..
INFORMATION!
For more data on menu items, refer to Function description on page 82.
If the parasitic signal is smaller than the correct level, you can manually change the
threshold to find the signal. This procedure tells you how to change the level threshold
to find the correct signal:
• Look at the menu item 2.5.6 LEVEL AMP..
i Make a note of the amplitude of the correct level signal. Use this value to calculate the new
value for 2.5.7 LEVEL THRESH..
• Go to 2.5.7 LEVEL THRESH..
• Increase the amplitude of the level threshold.
i This value must be more than the incorrect signal. We recommend that you set the level
threshold at half the amplitude of the correct signal.
• Save the settings.
i The threshold increases. It ignores the parasite signal and uses the first signal it finds.
For more data about the probe end threshold, refer to Function description on page 82 (menu
item 2.5.9).
a
a a
b
b b
c c
Dimensions in mm
Probe type Dimensions [mm]
a b Øc
Single cable Ø2 mm 15 100 14
Single cable Ø4 mm 36 100 20
Double cable Ø4 mm 36 60 38
Dimensions in inches
Probe type Dimensions [inches]
a b Øc
Single cable Ø0.08¨ 0.6 3.9 0.5
Single cable Ø0.16¨ 1.4 3.9 0.8
Double cable Ø0.16¨ 1.4 2.4 1.5
Menu item 2.2.2 DIAGNOSTIC (Configuration mode / Supervisor menu) supplies more data. This
includes internal voltages, the loop current and the reset counter (watchdog timer). You can see
this data on the device display screen and in the DTM.
If an "Out of specification" status symbol is shown, refer to menu item 2.2.2 DIAGNOSTIC
(Configuration mode / Supervisor menu) for more data.
For data on errors, error records and error codes, refer to Error handling on page 107.
INFORMATION!
The time since the error occurred is measured in Days (D), Hours (H), Minutes(') and Seconds (").
It only includes the time when the device is energized. The error is saved in the memory of the
device when it is de-energized. The counter continues when the device is energized again.
Sensor errors
ERR 200 Reference pulse lost 2 Reference amplitude is less Speak or write to your supplier
than reference threshold. This to make sure that the
fault could occur because the electronics are still functioning
device hardware is defective. correctly.
Make sure that your installation
has ESD protection. For more
data, refer to Nozzles on conical
silos on page 31.
ERR 201 Sensor voltage 1 The device's hardware is Do a check of the power supply
failure defective. at the device terminals. Make
sure that voltage values are in
the specified limits in menu
item 2.2.2 DIAGNOSTIC
(Configuration mode /
Supervisor menu). If the voltage
is correct, replace the signal
converter. For more data on
how to replace the signal
converter, refer to How to turn
or remove the signal converter
on page 49.
Other warnings
— Calc.Probe L. Not 6 This warning is shown if you Do the procedure in menu item
Valid decrease the probe length and 2.1.3 CALC.PROBE.L again. If
it is not the same as the value you decreased the probe length,
used in the device settings you must do the procedure in
(menu item 2.3.4 PROBE menu item 2.1.2 SNAPSHOT
LENGTH). The recorded probe again.
length calculation will not be
used by the device while this
error message is shown.
This warning is shown if the
value set at this time in menu
item 2.5.3 GAS EPS. R is
different from the dielectric
constant of the gas in the tank.
The recorded probe length
calculation will not be used by
the device while this error
message is shown.
1 This error message does not have an effect on the current output signal
2 CAUTION! The device display screen does not operate at this temperature
INFORMATION!
In 4.0.0 MASTER menu, the type of error shown for error codes 102, 201 and 203 can be changed
from "Error" to "Warning" (the NE 107 status signal changes from "Failure" to "Out of
specification"). The 4.0.0 MASTER menu is password locked. For more data, speak or write to the
supplier.
INFORMATION!
For more data about regular inspections and maintenance procedures for devices with Ex and
other approvals, refer to the related supplementary instructions.
WARNING!
Do not use bleach to clean the signal converter.
INFORMATION!
The converter housing (compact or remote version) can be detached from the process
connection assembly under process conditions. For more data, refer to How to turn or remove
the signal converter on page 49.
For more data on how to prepare the device before you send it back, refer to Returning the
device to the manufacturer on page 126.
Equipment needed:
• 5 mm Allen wrench (not supplied)
• 8 mm open-end wrench (not supplied)
• Wrench for housing cover
• Option: Bar magnet
• BM 100 TDR level meter
• OPTIFLEX 2200 signal converter (without process connection and probe)
• The applicable adaptor for the process connection. You can send an order for this part only or
for the OPTIFLEX 2200 signal converter with the adaptor attached. For the order code, refer
to Order code on page 174.
• Handbooks for all devices
• Option: Workstation (not supplied) with PACTware and DTM installed
• Option: PACTware supplement (if a workstation is used to set up and monitor the device)
• Option: HART® handheld terminal (not supplied)
CAUTION!
Make sure that you also record device configuration data. This data includes basic configuration
(tank height, blocking distance etc.), output, application, display, strapping table, mechanical
calibration ratio and converter offset data. You can find this data in Configuration mode. The
mechanical calibration speed and offset values are in the SERVICE menu. If you do not have the
password for the SERVICE menu, speak or write to the supplier.
INFORMATION!
You can see the device settings on the display screen (if your device has this option), at a
workstation with PC STAR software or with a HART® handheld terminal. For more data about
the software, refer to the BM 100 handbook.
Procedure 2A: How to remove the BM 100 signal converter (non-Ex devices)
Figure 7-1: Procedure 2A: How to remove the BM 100 signal converter (non-Ex devices)
WARNING!
De-energize the device and disconnect the electrical cables before you remove the signal
converter.
1 Remove the 4 socket head screws at the bottom of the signal converter with a 5 mm Allen
wrench.
2 Remove the signal converter from the process connection. Make sure that you do not damage
the 50-ohm wire.
3 Disconnect the 50-ohm wire connector from the process connection.
Procedure 2B: How to remove the BM 100 signal converter (Ex-approved devices)
Figure 7-2: Procedure 2B: How to remove the BM 100 signal converter (Ex-approved devices)
WARNING!
De-energize the device and disconnect the electrical cables before you remove the signal
converter.
WARNING!
Make sure that you do not damage the isolating chamber seal or the 50-ohm wire.
1 Remove the 4 socket head screws at the bottom of the signal converter with a 5 mm Allen
wrench.
2 Remove the signal converter from the isolating chamber. Make sure that you do not damage
the 50-ohm wire.
3 Remove the 4 socket head screws at the bottom of the isolating chamber with a 5 mm Allen
wrench.
4 Remove the isolating chamber from the process connection. Make sure that you do not dam-
age the isolating chamber seal or the 50-ohm wire.
5 Disconnect the 50-ohm wire connector from the process connection with an 8 mm open-end
wrench.
Procedure 3A: How to attach the OPTIFLEX 2200 signal converter (non-Ex devices)
Figure 7-3: Procedure 3A: How to attach the OPTIFLEX 2200 signal converter (non-Ex devices)
1 Connect the 50-ohm wire connector to the process connection with an 8 mm open-end
wrench.
2 Before you attach the adaptor, turn the adaptor 360° to prevent damage to the 50-ohm wire.
3 Attach the adaptor to the process connection. Tighten the 4 socket head screws with a 5 mm
Allen wrench.
4 Put the OPTIFLEX 2200 signal converter on the adaptor. Make sure that the adaptor fully en-
gages in the mating part (signal converter).
5 Tighten the socket set screw at the bottom of the signal converter with a 5 mm Allen wrench.
Procedure 3B: How to attach the OPTIFLEX 2200 signal converter (Ex-approved
devices)
Figure 7-4: Procedure 3B: How to attach the OPTIFLEX 2200 signal converter (Ex-approved devices)
WARNING!
Make sure that mating surfaces are clean. The isolating chamber must be air-tight.
INFORMATION!
The procedure that follows calibrates the new device. You must have 2 reference points (levels)
in the tank given by a different measurement solution (an approved level meter or indicator).
These points are identified as reference point 1 (R1) and reference point 2 (R2). R1 is the point
where the tank is approximately 20% full. R2 is the point where the tank is approximately 80%
full.
Procedure 4: How to calculate the mechanical calibration speed and the measurement
offset (OPTIFLEX 2200)
1 Install the device on the tank.
2 Energize the device. Make sure that the display screen shows "Distance" measurements.
i The device is in operation and in normal mode. It will not measure correctly until it is
correctly calibrated.
3 Change the level to R1.
4 Record D1, the distance shown on the display screen of the device.
5 Change the level to R2.
6 Record D2, the distance shown on the display screen of the device.
7 Calculate the ratio, A. A = (D2 - D1) / (R2 - R1).
8 Calculate the new mechanical calibration speed. New mechanical calibration speed
(OPTIFLEX 2200) = Old calibration factor (BM 100) × A
9 Calculate the offset, B. B = D1 - (A × R1).
10 Calculate the new measurement offset. New measurement offset (OPTIFLEX 2200) = Old
converter offset (BM 100) × A
Procedure 5: How to set the mechanical calibration speed and the measurement offset
(OPTIFLEX 2200)
1 Energize the device.
i The device is in operation and in normal mode. It will not measure correctly until new
values are set in menu items 3.1.4 OFFSET MEAS. (Measurement Offset) and 3.1.6 M.CAL.
SPEED (Mechanical Calibration Speed).
2 Push [>>], 2 × [
] and [>
>] to go to the SERVICE menu (3.0.0).
3 Give the password for the SERVICE menu. If you do not have the password, speak or write to
the supplier.
4 Push [>>] and 3 × [
] to go to menu item 3.1.4 OFFSET MEAS.
5 Push [>>] to change the value. Enter the new measurement offset value that you calculated in
procedure 4.
6 Push [^^], 2 × [
] to go to menu item 3.1.6 M.CAL. SPEED.
7 Push [>>] to change the value. Enter the new mechanical calibration speed value that you cal-
culated in procedure 4.
8 Push 4 × [^^]. Push [
] or [] for the selection of the save option (STORE NO or STORE YES).
Set to "STORE YES" to save and use the data.
9 Push [^^] to confirm.
i The device is in normal mode. The device uses the new values.
CAUTION!
You recorded device configuration data of the BM 100 level meter before you attached the new
signal converter. Make sure that you enter this data in the supervisor menu of the OPTIFLEX
2200.
Equipment needed:
• 4 mm Allen wrench (not supplied)
• BM 102 TDR level meter
• OPTIFLEX 2200 signal converter (without process connection and probe)
• The applicable adaptor for the process connection. You can send an order for this part only or
for the OPTIFLEX 2200 signal converter with the adaptor attached. For the order code, refer
to Order code on page 174.
• Handbooks for all devices
• Option: Workstation (not supplied) with PACTware and DTM installed
• Option: PACTware supplement (if a workstation is used to set up and monitor the device
• Option: HART® handheld terminal (not supplied)
CAUTION!
Make sure that you also record device configuration data. This data includes basic configuration
(tank height, blocking distance etc.), output, application, display, strapping table, mechanical
calibration speed and offset data. You can find this data in Configuration mode. The mechanical
calibration speed and offset values are in the SERVICE menu. If you do not have the password for
the SERVICE menu, speak or write to the supplier.
INFORMATION!
You can see the device settings on a workstation with PCSTAR 2 software or with a HART®
handheld terminal. For more data about the software, refer to the BM 102 handbook.
WARNING!
De-energize the device and disconnect the electrical cables before you remove the signal
converter.
1 Remove the 4 socket head screws at the bottom of the signal converter with a 4 mm Allen
wrench.
2 Remove the signal converter from the process connection
Figure 7-6: Procedure 3: How to attach the OPTIFLEX 2200 signal converter
WARNING!
Be careful with the pin connector below the adaptor. If the pin connector is damaged, the device
will not measure level correctly.
INFORMATION!
The procedure that follows calibrates the new device. You must have 2 reference points (levels)
in the tank given by a different measurement solution (an approved level meter or indicator).
These points are identified as reference point 1 (R1) and reference point 2 (R2). R1 is the point
where the tank is approximately 20% full. R2 is the point where the tank is approximately 80%
full.
Procedure 4: How to calculate the mechanical calibration speed and the measurement
offset (OPTIFLEX 2200)
1 Install the device on the tank.
2 Energize the device. Make sure that the display screen shows "Distance" measurements.
i The device is in operation and in normal mode. It will not measure correctly until it is
correctly calibrated.
3 Change the level to R1.
4 Record D1, the distance shown on the display screen of the device.
5 Change the level to R2.
6 Record D2, the distance shown on the display screen of the device.
7 Calculate the ratio, A. A = (D2 - D1) / (R2 - R1).
8 Calculate the new mechanical calibration speed. New mechanical calibration speed
(OPTIFLEX 2200) = Old calibration factor (BM 102) × A
9 Calculate the offset, B. B = D1 - (A × R1).
10 Calculate the new measurement offset. New measurement offset (OPTIFLEX 2200) = Old
converter offset (BM 102) × A
Procedure 5: How to set the mechanical calibration speed and the measurement offset
(OPTIFLEX 2200)
1 Energize the device.
i The device is in operation and in normal mode. It will not measure correctly until new
values are set in menu items 3.1.4 OFFSET MEAS. (Measurement Offset) and 3.1.6 M.CAL.
SPEED (Mechanical Calibration Speed).
2 Push [>>], 2 × [
] and [>
>] to go to the SERVICE menu (3.0.0).
3 Give the password for the SERVICE menu. If you do not have the password, speak or write to
the supplier.
4 Push [>>] and 3 × [
] to go to menu item 3.1.4 OFFSET MEAS.
5 Push [>>] to change the value. Enter the new measurement offset value that you calculated in
procedure 4.
6 Push [^^], 2 × [
] to go to menu item 3.1.6 M.CAL. SPEED.
7 Push [>>] to change the value. Enter the new mechanical calibration speed value that you cal-
culated in procedure 4.
8 Push 4 × [^^]. Push [
] or [] for the selection of the save option (STORE NO or STORE YES).
Set to "STORE YES" to save and use the data.
9 Push [^^] to confirm.
i The device is in normal mode. The device uses the new values.
CAUTION!
You recorded device configuration data of the BM 102 level meter before you attached the new
signal converter. Make sure that you enter this data in the supervisor menu of the OPTIFLEX
2200.
Equipment needed:
• 5 mm Allen wrench (not supplied)
• OPTIFLEX 1300 C TDR level meter
• OPTIFLEX 2200 signal converter (without process connection and probe)
• The applicable adaptor for the process connection. You can send an order for this part only or
for the OPTIFLEX 2200 signal converter with the adaptor attached. For the order code, refer
to Order code on page 174.
• Handbooks for all devices
• Option: Workstation (not supplied) with PACTware and DTM installed
• Option: PACTware supplement (if a workstation is used to set up and monitor the device)
• Option: HART® handheld terminal (not supplied)
CAUTION!
Make sure that you also record device configuration data. This data includes basic configuration
(tank height, blocking distance etc.), output, application, display and strapping table, converter
offset and mechanical calibration ratio data. You can find this data in the Supervisor and Service
menus. If you do not have the password for the SERVICE menu, speak or write to the supplier.
INFORMATION!
You can see the device settings on the display screen (if your device has this option), at a
workstation with PACTware software or with a HART® Handheld Terminal. For more data about
the software, refer to the PACTware supplement or PACTware embedded Help for each device.
Figure 7-7: Procedure 2: How to remove the OPTIFLEX 1300 signal converter
WARNING!
De-energize the device and disconnect the electrical cables before you remove the signal
converter.
1 Remove the 4 socket head screws at the bottom of the signal converter with a 5 mm Allen
wrench. Keep the screws for the subsequent procedure.
2 Remove the signal converter from the process connection. Make sure that the gasket stays on
the flange connection.
Figure 7-8: Procedure 3: How to attach the OPTIFLEX 2200 signal converter
INFORMATION!
If the OPTIFLEX 1300 was made after 2009, do not do steps 1 thru 2.
1 Put the adaptor on the process connection. Make sure that the adaptor fully engages in the
mating part.
2 Attach and tighten the socket head screw with a 5 mm Allen wrench.
3 Put the OPTIFLEX 2200 signal converter on the adaptor. Make sure that the signal converter
fully engages in the mating part (adaptor).
4 Tighten the socket set screw at the bottom of the signal converter with a 5 mm Allen wrench.
INFORMATION!
The adaptor is available as a spare part. Send an order for this part only or for the
OPTIFLEX 2200 signal converter with the adaptor attached. For the order code, refer to Order
code on page 174 (Adaptor).
INFORMATION!
The procedure that follows calibrates the new device. You must have 2 reference points (levels)
in the tank given by a different measurement solution (an approved level meter or indicator).
These points are identified as reference point 1 (R1) and reference point 2 (R2). R1 is the point
where the tank is approximately 20% full. R2 is the point where the tank is approximately 80%
full.
Procedure 4: How to calculate the mechanical calibration speed and the measurement
offset (OPTIFLEX 2200)
• Install the device on the tank.
• Energize the device. Make sure that the display screen shows "Distance" measurements.
i The device is in operation and in normal mode. It will not measure correctly until it is
correctly calibrated.
• Change the level to R1.
• Record D1, the distance shown on the display screen of the device.
• Change the level to R2.
• Record D2, the distance shown on the display screen of the device.
• Calculate the ratio, A. A = (D2 - D1) / (R2 - R1).
• Calculate the new mechanical calibration speed. New mechanical calibration speed
(OPTIFLEX 2200) = Old calibration factor (OPTIFLEX 1300) × A
• Calculate the offset, B. B = D1 - (A × R1).
• Calculate the new measurement offset. New measurement offset (OPTIFLEX 2200) = Old
converter offset (OPTIFLEX 1300) × A
Procedure 5: How to set the mechanical calibration speed and the measurement offset
(OPTIFLEX 2200)
1 Energize the device.
i The device is in operation and in normal mode. It will not measure correctly until new
values are set in menu items 3.1.4 OFFSET MEAS. (Measurement Offset) and 3.1.6 M.CAL.
SPEED (Mechanical Calibration Speed).
2 Push [>>], 2 × [
] and [>
>] to go to the SERVICE menu (3.0.0).
3 Give the password for the SERVICE menu. If you do not have the password, speak or write to
the supplier.
4 Push [>>] and 3 × [
] to go to menu item 3.1.4 OFFSET MEAS.
5 Push [>>] to change the value. Enter the new measurement offset value that you calculated in
procedure 4.
6 Push [^^], 2 × [
] to go to menu item 3.1.6 M.CAL. SPEED.
7 Push [>>] to change the value. Enter the new mechanical calibration speed value that you cal-
culated in procedure 4.
8 Push 4 × [^^]. Push [
] or [
] for the selection of the save option (STORE NO or STORE YES).
Set to "STORE YES" to save and use the data.
9 Push [^^] to confirm.
i The device is in normal mode. The device uses the new values.
CAUTION!
You recorded device configuration data of the OPTIFLEX 1300 level meter before you attached
the new signal converter. Make sure that you enter this data in the supervisor menu of the
OPTIFLEX 2200.
INFORMATION!
For more precise information, please contact your local sales office.
CAUTION!
Should you nevertheless need to return a device for inspection or repair, please pay strict
attention to the following points:
• Due to statutory regulations on environmental protection and safeguarding the health and
safety of the personnel, the manufacturer may only handle, test and repair returned devices
that have been in contact with products without risk to personnel and environment.
• This means that the manufacturer can only service this device if it is accompanied by the
following certificate (see next section) confirming that the device is safe to handle.
CAUTION!
If the device has been operated with toxic, caustic, radioactive, flammable or water-endangering
products, you are kindly requested:
• to check and ensure, if necessary by rinsing or neutralising, that all cavities are free from
such dangerous substances,
• to enclose a certificate with the device confirming that is safe to handle and stating the
product used.
Company: Address:
Department: Name:
We hereby confirm that there is no risk to persons or the environment through any residual media contained in the
device when it is returned.
Date: Signature:
Stamp:
7.6 Disposal
CAUTION!
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with legislation applicable in your country.
Separate collection of WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) in the European Union:
According to the directive 2012/19/EU, the monitoring and control instruments marked with the
WEEE symbol and reaching their end-of-life must not be disposed of with other waste.
waste
The user must dispose of the WEEE to a designated collection point for the recycling of WEEE or
send them back to our local organisation or authorised representative.
The device measures the time from when the pulse is emitted to when it is received: half of this
time is equivalent to the distance from the reference point of the device to the surface of the
product. The time value is converted into an output current of 4...20 mA.
Dust, foam, vapour, agitated surfaces, boiling surfaces, changes in pressure, changes in
temperature, changes in dielectric constant and changes in density do not have an effect on
device performance.
The illustration that follows shows a snapshot of what a user would see on an oscilloscope, if the
level of one product is measured.
Converter
Measuring system
Application Level and volume measurement of liquids, pastes, powders and granulates
Measuring principle TDR (time domain reflectometry)
Construction Compact (C) version: Measuring probe attached directly to a signal converter
Remote (F) version: Measuring probe installed on a tank and connected by a signal
cable (max. length 100 m / 328 ft) to a signal converter
Operating conditions
Ambient temperature -40…+80°C / -40…+176°F
Integrated LCD display: -20...+60°C / -5...+140°F; if the ambient temperature is not
in these limits, the display switches off. The device continues to operate correctly.
Storage temperature -50…+85°C / -60…+185°F (min. -40°C / -40°F for devices with the integrated LCD
display option)
Ingress protection IEC 60529: IP66 / IP67
NEMA 250: NEMA type 4X (housing) and type 6P (probe)
Materials
Housing Polyester-coated aluminium or stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L)
Cable entry Plastic; nickel-plated brass, stainless steel
Electrical connections
Power supply (terminals) Terminals output – Non-Ex / Ex i:
11.5…30 VDC; min./max. value for an output of 22 mA at the terminal
Terminals output – Ex d:
13.5…36 VDC; min./max. value for an output of 22 mA at the terminal
Current output load Non-Ex / Ex i: RL [Ω] ≤ ((Uext -11.5 V)/22 mA). For more data, refer to Minimum
power supply voltage on page 139.
Ex d: RL [Ω] ≤ ((Uext -13.5 V)/22 mA). For more data, refer to Minimum power supply
voltage on page 139.
Cable entry M20×1.5; ½ NPT
Cable gland Standard: none
Options: M20×1.5 (cable diameter (non-Ex / Ex i: 6...7.5 mm / 0.24...0.30¨;
Ex d: 6...10 mm / 0.24...0.39¨); others are available on request
Signal cable – remote version None for non-Ex devices (4-wire shielded cable of max. length 100 m / 328 ft to be
supplied by the customer). Supplied with all Ex-approved devices. For more data,
refer to Remote device data on page 58
Cable entry capacity (terminal) 0.5…2.5 mm²
Probe options
Single cable Single rod Single cable Single cable
Ø2 mm / 0.08¨ Ø8 mm / 0.32¨ Ø4 mm / 0.16¨ Ø8 mm / 0.32¨
Measuring system
Application Liquids Liquids and solids Solids
Measuring range 1...40 m / Single-piece probe Liquids: 1...40 m /
3.28...131.23 ft (liquid, solids and 1...40 m / 3.28...131.23 ft
hygienic 3.28...131.23 ft
applications): Solids:
1...4 m / 1...20 m /
3.28...13.12 ft 3.28...65.62 ft
Segmented probe
(liquids): 1...6 m /
3.28...19.69 ft
Dead zone This depends on the type of probe. For more data, refer to "Measurement limits" in
this chapter.
Measuring accuracy
Accuracy (in direct mode) Standard (liquids and solids):
±10 mm / ±0.4¨, when distance ≤ 10 m / 33 ft;
±0.1% of measured distance, when distance > 10 m / 33 ft
Optional (liquids and solids):
±3 mm / ±0.1¨, when distance ≤ 10 m / 33 ft;
±0.03% of measured distance, when distance > 10 m / 33 ft
Accuracy (in TBF mode) ±20 mm / ±0.8¨
Resolution 1 mm / 0.04¨
Repeatability ±1 mm / ±0.04¨
Maximum rate of change at 4 mA 10 m/min / 32.8 ft/min
Operating conditions
Min./Max. temperature at the -50…+300°C / -50…+150°C / -50…+150°C / -58…+302°F
process connection (also -58…+572°F -58…+302°F
depends on the temperature (Hygienic
limits of the gasket material. applications:
Refer to "Materials" in this table.) -45…+150°C /
-49…+302°F)
Pressure -1…40 barg / -14.5…580 psig
Viscosity (liquids only) 10000 mPa·s / 10000 cP
Dielectric constant ≥ 1.8 in direct mode; ≥ 1.1 in TBF mode
Materials
Probe Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel (1.4401 / 316)
(1.4404 / 316L); (1.4404 / 316L);
HASTELLOY® PVDF (Ø16 mm /
C-22® (2.4602) 0.64¨ PVDF sheath)
For hygienic
applications only:
FKM/FPM
(-20…+150°C /
-4…+302°F);
EPDM
(-45...+150°C /
-49...+302°F)
Also applicable to
CIP and SIP cycles
1
Process connection Stainless steel Stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L)
(1.4404 / 316L);
HASTELLOY®
C-22® (2.4602)
Other wetted parts PTFE, PEEK PTFE PTFE
Surface roughness of metallic — For hygienic —
wetted parts applications only:
Ra <0.76 µm
Process connections
Thread For more data on options, refer to Order code on page 174
Flange For more data on options, refer to Order code on page 174
Hygienic — For more data on —
options, refer to
Order code on
page 174,
"Hygienic" table
1 Kalrez® is a registered trademark of DuPont Performance Elastomers L.L.C.
Measuring system
Application Liquids
Measuring range 1...28 m / 3.28...91.86 ft 1...4 m / 3.3...13.12 ft 0.6...6 m / 1.97...19.69 ft
Dead zone This depends on the type of probe. For more data, refer to "Measurement limits" in
this chapter.
Measuring accuracy
Accuracy (in direct mode) Standard (liquids and solids):
±10 mm / ±0.4¨, when distance ≤ 10 m / 33 ft;
±0.1% of measured distance, when distance > 10 m / 33 ft
Optional (liquids and solids):
±3 mm / ±0.1¨, when distance ≤ 10 m / 33 ft;
±0.03% of measured distance, when distance > 10 m / 33 ft
Accuracy (in TBF mode) ±20 mm / ±0.8¨
Resolution 1 mm / 0.04¨
Repeatability ±1 mm / ±0.04¨
Maximum rate of change at 4 mA 10 m/min / 32.8 ft/min
Operating conditions
Min./Max. temperature at the -50…+150°C / -58…+302°F
process connection (also
depends on the temperature
limits of the gasket material.
Refer to "Materials" in this table.)
Pressure -1…40 barg / -14.5…580 psig
Viscosity (liquids only) 10000 mPa·s / 10000 cP 1500 mPa·s / 1500 cP 500 mPa·s / 500 cP
Dielectric constant ≥ 1.6 in direct mode ≥ 1.4 in direct mode
≥ 1.1 in TBF mode
Materials
Probe Stainless steel Stainless steel
(1.4404 / 316L) (1.4401 / 316);
HASTELLOY®
C-22® (2.4602)
Gasket (process seal) FKM/FPM (-40…+150°C / -40…+302°F); Kalrez® 6375 (-20…+150°C / -4…+302°F);
EPDM (-50...+150°C / -58...+302°F) 1
Process connection Stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L) Stainless steel
(1.4404 / 316L);
HASTELLOY® C-22®
(2.4602)
Other wetted parts PTFE, FEP PTFE PTFE
Process connections
Thread For more data on options, refer to Order code on page 174
Flange For more data on options, refer to Order code on page 174
1 Kalrez® is a registered trademark of DuPont Performance Elastomers L.L.C.
EN 1092-1
B1, E or F 3.2…12.5 125…500
B2, C or D 0.8…3.2 32…125
ASME B16.5
RF, FF, LF or LM 3.2...6.3 125...250
LG, LT, SF, ST or SM ≤ 3.2 ≤ 125
RJ ≤ 1.6 ≤ 63
JIS B2220
RF 3.2...6.3 125...250
DIN 11851
— ≤ 0.76 30
Figure 8-2: Minimum power supply voltage for an output of 22 mA at the terminal (Non-Ex and Hazardous Location
approval (Ex i / IS))
X: Power supply U [VDC]
Y: Current output load RL [Ω]
Figure 8-3: Minimum power supply voltage for an output of 22 mA at the terminal (Hazardous Location approval (Ex d /
XP/NI))
X: Power supply U [VDC]
Y: Current output load RL [Ω]
WARNING!
The minimum and maximum process connection temperature and the minimum and maximum
process pressure also depends on the gasket material selected. Refer to "Pressure and
temperature ranges" on page 19.
INFORMATION!
CRN CERTIFICATION
There is a CRN certification option for devices with process connections that agree with ASME
standards. This certification is necessary for all devices that are installed on a pressure vessel
and used in Canada. 1¨ and 1½¨ ASME flanges are not available for CRN-approved devices.
Figure 8-6: Pressure / temperature rating (ASME B16.5), flange and threaded connections, in °C and barg
Figure 8-7: Pressure / temperature rating (ASME B16.5), flange and threaded connections, in °F and psig
1 p [barg]
2 T [°C]
3 p [psig]
4 T [°F]
5 Flange connection, Class 150 / Threaded connections, NPT: All probes
6 Flange connection, Class 300 / Threaded connections, NPT: All probes
7 Flange connection, Class 300 / Threaded connections, NPT: High-Temperature (HT) version of the Ø2 mm / 0.08¨ single
cable probe
8 Flange connection, Class 150 / Threaded connections, NPT: High-Temperature (HT) version of the Ø2 mm / 0.08¨ single
cable probe
Menu item 2.3.2 BLOC. DIST. is set at the factory to 200 mm / 7.87¨, which is higher than or equal
to the largest dead zone. This value agrees with the minimum dielectric constant at which the
device can measure the level of a product. You can adjust 2.3.2 BLOC. DIST. to agree with the
dead zone (for this data, refer to the measurement limits table). For more data about the menu
item, refer to Function description on page 82.
INFORMATION!
The values in the tables are correct when the Snapshot function is on. If the snapshot function is
not on, then the values for the dead zones and the non-linearity zones increase.
Menu item 2.3.2 BLOC. DIST. is set at the factory to to 250 mm / 9.84¨ (single rod probe option) or
350 mm / 13.78¨ (single cable probe options), which is higher than or equal to the largest dead
zone. This value agrees with the minimum dielectric constant at which the device can measure
the level of a product. You can adjust 2.3.2 BLOC. DIST. to agree with the dead zone (for this data,
refer to the measurement limits table). For more data about the menu item, refer to Function
description on page 82.
INFORMATION!
The values in the tables are correct when the Snapshot function is on. If the snapshot function is
not on, then the values for the dead zones and the non-linearity zones increase.
Coaxial probe
Menu item 2.3.2 BLOC. DIST. is set at the factory to 100 mm / 3.94¨ which is higher than or equal
to the largest dead zone. This value agrees with the minimum dielectric constant at which the
device can measure the level of a product. You can adjust 2.3.2 BLOC. DIST. to agree with the
dead zone (for this data, refer to the measurement limits table). For more data about the menu
item, refer to Function description on page 82.
INFORMATION!
The values in the tables are correct when the Snapshot function is on. If the snapshot function is
not on, then the values for the dead zones and the non-linearity zones increase.
INFORMATION!
All housing covers have bayonet connectors unless it is an explosion-proof (XP / Ex d-approved)
device. The terminal compartment cover for explosion-proof devices has a thread with a flame
path.
METAGLAS® option
a b
METAGLAS® 43 Ø58 0.83
a b
METAGLAS® 1.7 Ø2.3 1.82
Weather protection option (vertical signal converters – for the compact version only)
Figure 8-13: Weather protection option for vertical signal converter versions (compact version only)
1 Non-Ex / Ex i / IS: Rear view (with weather protection closed)
2 Non-Ex / Ex i / IS: Right side (with weather protection closed)
3 Non-Ex / Ex i / IS: Front view (with weather protection closed)
4 Ex d / XP: Rear view (with weather protection closed)
5 Ex d / XP: Right side (with weather protection closed)
6 Ex d / XP: Front view (with weather protection closed)
a b c d
Vertical signal converter Non-Ex / Ex i / IS 241 118 96 77 1.3
Ex d / XP 241 118 166 77 1.5
a b c d
Vertical signal converter Non-Ex / Ex i / IS 9.5 4.6 3.8 3.0 2.9
Ex d / XP 9.5 4.6 6.5 3.0 3.3
Weather protection option (horizontal signal converters – for the compact version only)
Figure 8-14: Weather protection option for horizontal signal converter versions (compact version only)
1 Non-Ex / Ex i / IS: Front view (with weather protection closed)
2 Non-Ex / Ex i / IS: Left side (with weather protection closed)
3 Non-Ex / Ex i / IS: Rear view (with weather protection closed)
4 Ex d / XP: Front view (with weather protection closed)
5 Ex d / XP: Left side (with weather protection closed)
6 Ex d / XP: Rear view (with weather protection closed)
a b c d
Horizontal signal converter Non-Ex / Ex i / IS 243 118 96 77 1.3
Ex d / XP 243 118 166 77 1.5
a b c d
Horizontal signal converter Non-Ex / Ex i / IS 9.6 4.6 3.8 3.0 2.9
Ex d / XP 9.6 4.6 6.5 3.0 3.3
Single probes
INFORMATION!
Probe length, L, includes the length of the counterweight.
A wide range of counterweights and anchoring solutions are available. For dimensional data,
refer to the pages that follow. For installation data, refer to How to attach probes to the bottom
of the tank on page 26.
L min. L max. m t
Single rod Ø8 mm 1 1000 2 4000 — —
Single rod Ø8 mm (segmented) 3 1000 2 6000 — —
Single cable Ø2 mm 1000 2 40000 100 Ø14
Single cable Ø4 mm 1000 2 40000 100 Ø20
Single cable Ø8 mm, type 1 1000 2 40000 100 Ø12
Single cable Ø8 mm, type 2 1000 2 40000 245 Ø38
1 A device with this probe option must be assembled on site. For the assembly procedure, refer to "How to assemble the single rod probe
(single-piece probe)" in the Installation chapter.
2 A shorter probe length is available on request
3 The length of each segment is 700 mm. The length of each union nut between segments is 30 mm. A device with this probe option must
be assembled on site. For the assembly procedure, refer to "How to assemble the single rod probe (segmented probe)" in the Instal-
lation chapter.
L min. L max. m t
Single rod Ø0.32¨ 1 39 2 158 — —
Single rod Ø0.32¨ (segmented) 3 39 2 236 — —
Single cable Ø0.08 39 2 1575 3.9 Ø0.6
Single cable Ø0.16¨ 39 2 1575 3.9 Ø0.8
Single cable Ø0.32¨, type 1 39 2 1575 3.9 Ø0.5
Single cable Ø0.32¨, type 2 39 2 1575 9.6 Ø1.5
1 A device with this probe option must be assembled on site. For the assembly procedure, refer to "How to assemble the single rod probe
(single-piece probe)" in the Installation chapter.
2 A shorter probe length is available on request
3 The length of each segment is 27.6¨. The length of each union nut between segments is 1.2¨. A device with this probe option must be
assembled on site. For the assembly procedure, refer to "How to assemble the single rod probe (segmented probe)" in the Installation
chapter.
q q
INFORMATION!
Probe length, L, includes the length of the counterweight.
A wide range of counterweights and anchoring solutions are available. For dimensional data,
refer to the pages that follow. For installation data, refer to How to attach probes to the bottom
of the tank on page 26.
L min. L max. q t
Double rod Ø8 mm 1000 1 4000 — 25
Double cable Ø4 mm 1000 1 28000 60 Ø38
Coaxial Ø22 mm 600 1 6000 — —
Coaxial Ø22 mm (segmented) 2 600 1 6000 — Ø28
1 A shorter probe length is available on request
2 The length of each segment is 700 mm. A device with this probe option must be assembled on site. For the assembly procedure, refer
to "How to assemble the segmented coaxial probe" in the Installation chapter.
L min. L max. q t
Double rod Ø0.32¨ 39 1 158 — 1.0
Double cable Ø0.16¨ 39 1 1102 2.4 Ø1.5
Coaxial Ø0.87¨ 24 1 236 — —
Coaxial Ø0.87¨ (segmented) 2 24 1 236 — Ø1.1
1 A shorter probe length is available on request
2 The length of each segment is 27.6¨. A device with this probe option must be assembled on site. For the assembly procedure, refer to
"How to assemble the segmented coaxial probe" in the Installation chapter.
1 2 3 4 5 6
n n
n
n v
t t n
t
t
Figure 8-17: Probe end options for cable probes: single cable Ø4 mm / 0.16¨
1 Standard counterweight
2 Threaded end
3 Crimped end
4 Open end
5 Turnbuckle
6 Chuck
Dimensions in mm
Probe end type Dimensions [mm]
n t v
Counterweight 100 Ø20 —
Threaded end 70 M8 —
Crimped end 55 Ø8 —
Open end — — —
Turnbuckle 172 1 11 Ø6
Chuck 300 — —
1 Minimum length
Dimensions in inches
Probe end type Dimensions [inches]
n t v
Counterweight 3.9 Ø0.8 —
Threaded end 2.8 M8 —
Crimped end 2.2 Ø0.3 —
Open end — — —
Turnbuckle 6.8 1 0.4 Ø0.2
Chuck 11.8 — —
1 Minimum length
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
p
p p
p w p
t t p t
v t
Figure 8-18: Probe end options for cable probes: single cable Ø8 mm / 0.32¨
1 Standard counterweight 1
2 Standard counterweight 2
3 Turnbuckle
4 Chuck
5 Threaded end
6 Crimped end
7 Open end
Dimensions in mm
Probe end type Dimensions [mm]
p t v w
Counterweight 1 100 Ø12 — —
Counterweight 2 245 Ø38 — —
Turnbuckle 293 1 14 Ø12 —
Chuck 300 — — —
Threaded end 132 M12 — 30
Crimped end 100 Ø12 — —
Open end — — — —
1 Minimum length
Dimensions in inches
Probe end type Dimensions [inches]
p t v w
Counterweight 1 3.9 Ø0.5 — —
Counterweight 2 9.6 Ø1.5 — —
Turnbuckle 11.5 1 0.6 Ø0.5 —
Chuck 11.8 — — —
Threaded end 5.2 M12 — 1.2
Crimped end 3.9 Ø0.5 — —
Open end — — — —
1 Minimum length
q
t
q
t
r r
s
q s v
t w w
Figure 8-19: Probe end options for cable probes: double cable Ø4 mm / 0.16¨
1 Standard counterweight
2 Threaded end
3 Turnbuckle
Dimensions in mm
Probe end type Dimensions [mm]
q r s t v w
Counterweight 60 — — Ø38 — —
Threaded end 60 157 70 Ø38 — M8
Turnbuckle 60 289 ±46 172 1 Ø38 Ø6 11
1 Minimum length
Dimensions in inches
Probe end type Dimensions [inches]
q r s t v w
Counterweight 2.4 — — Ø1.5 — —
Threaded end 2.4 6.2 2.8 Ø1.5 — M8
Turnbuckle 2.4 11.4 ±1.8 6.8 1 Ø1.5 Ø0.2 0.4
1 Minimum length
Probe weights
Probes Min. process connection size Weights
There are 2 classes of devices which support the HART® Protocol: operating devices and field
devices. There are 2 classes of operating devices (Master): PC-supported workstations (Primary
Master) and manual control units (Secondary Master). These can be used in control centres and
other locations. HART® field devices include sensors, converters and actuators. Field devices
include 2-wire and 4-wire devices, and also intrinsically-safe versions for use in hazardous
areas.
There are 2 primary operation modes for HART-compatible devices: point-to-point mode and
multi-drop mode.
If the device is used in point-to-point mode, the HART® Protocol uses the Bell 202 Frequency
Shift Keying (FSK) standard to put a digital signal on top of the 4...20 mA signal. The connected
device sends and receives digital signals that agree with the HART® Protocol, and sends analog
signals at the same time. Only 1 device can be connected to the signal cable.
If the device is used in multi-drop mode, the network only uses a digital signal that agrees with
the HART® Protocol. The loop current is set to 4 mA. You can connect a maximum of 63 devices
to the signal cable.
An FSK or HART® modem is included in field devices and manual control units. It is necessary to
have an external modem for PC-supported workstations. The external modem is connected to
the serial interface.
For data on communication in multi-drop mode, refer to HART® network configuration on page
97.
The HART® dynamic variables PV (Primary Variable), SV (Secondary Variable), TV (Third Variable)
and QV (Fourth Variable) can be assigned to any of the device variables.
The HART® dynamic variable PV is always connected to the HART® current output which is, for
example, assigned to level measurement.
9.5.1 Installation
CAUTION!
The Field Communicator cannot be used to correctly configure, operate or read data from the
device unless the Device Description (DD) file is installed.
9.5.2 Operation
INFORMATION!
The Field Communicator will not give you access to the service menu. A simulation is only
possible for current outputs.
The Field Communicator and the device's local display use almost the same procedures to
operate the signal converter. The online help for each menu item refers to the function number
given to each menu item on the local device display. Protection of settings is the same as on the
device's local display.
The Field Communicator always saves a complete configuration for communication with AMS.
For more data, refer to HART® menu tree for Basic-DD on page 167.
9.6.1 Installation
Please read the README.TXT file in the Installation Kit.
If the Device Description has not been installed at this time, install the Installation Kit HART®
AMS. This .EXE file is given on the DVD-ROM supplied with the device. You can also download the
file from our website.
For installation data, refer to the "AMS Intelligent Device Manager Books Online" section "Basic
AMS Functionality > Device Configurations > Installing Device Types > Procedures > Install
device types from media".
9.6.2 Operation
INFORMATION!
For more data, refer to HART® menu tree for AMS on page 169.
9.7.1 Installation
Before you operate the device, the Device Type Manager (Device DTM) must be installed in the
Field Device Tool Container. This .msi file is given on the DVD-ROM supplied with the device. You
can also download the file from our website. For installation and configuration data, refer to the
documentation that is supplied with the Device DTM on the DVD-ROM or in the "Downloads"
section of the website.
9.7.2 Operation
The DTM and the device's local display use almost the same procedures to operate the signal
converter. For more data, refer to Operation on page 75.
9.8.1 Installation
Install Device Description files supplied in the Device Install HART® PDM folder. This is
necessary for each type of field device that is used with SIMATIC PDM. This folder is available for
download from the website or on the DVD-ROM supplied with the device.
If you use PDM version 5.2, refer to PDM manual, section 11.1 - Install device / Integrate device
into SIMATIC PDM with Device Install.
If you use PDM version 6.0, refer to PDM manual, section 13 - Integrating devices.
For more data, refer to “readme.txt”. You can find this file in the Installation Kit.
9.8.2 Operation
INFORMATION!
For more data, refer to HART® menu tree for PDM on page 171.
There can be differences between the names of menus in the SIMATIC PDM software tool and
menus shown on the device display screen. Refer to the online help in SIMATIC PDM to find the
function number of each menu item. This function number agrees with the function number in
the device menus.
Use the same procedure for the protection of parameters in the supervisor menu.
1 Measurements 1 Measurements
2 Output
2 Configuration and Test 1 Info. 1 Identification
2 Output
2 Supervisor 1 Test
2 Basic Parameters
3 Signal Out
4 Application
5 Display
6 Conversion Table
7 Reset
3 Diag/Service 1 Status 1 Standard Status
2 Device-specific Status
4 Access Rights 1 Access level
2 Method Login
3 Method entry Code
5 HART variables
1 Measurements
1 Measurements 1 Level valueRd / 2 Distance valueRd / 3 Volume valueRd / 4 Ullage value Rd
2 Inputs/Outputs 1 PVRd / 2 PV Loop CurrentRd / 3 PV % rangeRd
3 Diag/Service
1 Status 1 Standard status 1 Device statusRd / 2 Write protectRd
2 Device-specific 1 Device failures 1 ErrorRd / 2 ErrorRd / 3 ErrorRd
status
2 Device warning maintenance 1 WarningRd
required
3 Device warning out of 1 WarningRd
specification
4 Info 1 InfoRd
4 Access Rights
1 Access Level (Access Not Granted)
2 Method Login 1 No Access (Log Out) / 2 Supervisor (Normal User) / 3 Service
3 Method Entry Code
5 HART variables
1 Poll addr / 2 Tag / 3 Hardware revRd / 4 Software revRd / 5 Descriptor / 6 Date /
7 Message / 8 ManufacturerRd / 9 ModelRd / Dev idRd / Universal idRd / Fld dev revRd / Num
req preamsRd / Num resp preamsRd / Write protectRd / Production numberRd / Final
asmbly numRd / PV is / SV is / TV is / QV is
Process Variables
Measurements Level Rd / Distance Rd / Volume/Mass/Flow Rd / Ullage Volume/Mass/Flow Rd
Analog Output Analog Output Value Rd / PV Percent of Range Rd
Device Diagnostics
Overview Primary variable out of limits / Non-primary variable out of limits / Primary
variable analog output saturated / Primary variable analog output fixed / Cold
Start / Configuration changed / Field device malfunction
Fatal Errors Converter EEPROM error / Converter RAM error / Converter ROM error /
Sensor EEPROM error / Sensor RAM error / Sensor ROM error / Current
output drift / Oscillator frequency fail. / Converter Voltage error / Sensor
Voltage error / Measurement old/Communicat. Error / Temperature out of
range / Sensor not compatible / Sensor processing failure / Reference pulse
lost / Level pulse lost error / Overfill error / Tank empty error
Warnings (Maintenance Flange lost / Reference position outside range / Audio signal offset outside
required) range / Temperature below -35°C / Temperature above +75°C / Automatic
probe length invalid
Warnings (Out of Temperature out of range (warning) / Level lost (warning) / Overfill
specifications) (warning) / Tank empty (warning)
Warnings (Function check) Local operation on the device
Information Epsilon R calcul frozen / Epsilon R value low / Epsilon R value high /
Temperature out of range for HMI
Methods
Acess right Log In/Log Out / Password Yes/No
Tests Test Output I
Calibrate D/A Trim
Threshold Settings Watch Pulses
Conversion Table Input table / Delete table
Master reset Restart Device / Reset Factory / Rst Conf. Chged flag
Configure / Setup
Basic Setup Basic Parameters Tank Height / Time Constant / Probe Length /
Blocking Distance / Measuring mode Rd / Tag
Local Display Display length unit / Display volume unit / Language
Application Tracing velocity / Auto product epsilon R / Epsilon R
gas / Epsilon R product / Level Threshold / Probe
end Threshold
Analog Output Output Functions Function I / SV / TV / QV
Output 1 Output Range / Output Error Delay / LRV / URV
Units Length unit (HART) / Volume unit (HART) / Time constant
Device Model / Manufacturer / Fld dev rev / Software rev / Write protect /
Descriptor / Message / Date / Serial number / Converter firmware number /
Sensor Firmware number / HMI Firmware version
HART ID Tag / Polling address / Device ID
Universal revision / Fld dev rev Num / Num request
preams
Conversion table Number of points / Length unitRd / Conversion unitRd / Points (1...30 level-
conversion pairs)
Communication Path
Download To Device...
Upload To PG/PC...
Access rights
Access levelRd
Method Login
Method Entry Code
HART Variables
1 Poll addr / 2 Tag / 3 Hardware revRd / 4 Software revRd / 5 Descriptor / 6 Date / 7 Message /
8 ManufacturerRd / 9 ModelRd / Dev idRd / Universal idRd / Fld dev revRd / Num req preamsRd / Num resp
preamsRd / Write protectRd / Production numberRd / Final asmbly numRd / PV is / SV is / TV is / QV is
1 Current Output Calibration is available only if the service password is used
2 Use "Watch Pulses" to monitor the amplitude of the measured pulses
View Menu
Measurements
Measurements Level Value / Distance Value
Output Level value / Loop current / % Range
Yt diagram
Diag / Service
Standard Status Device status PV Analog Channel Saturated / Configuration
changed
Device-specific status Device failures Oscillator Frequency Failure / Current Output
Drift / Sensor ROM error / Sensor RAM error /
Sensor EEPROM error / Converter ROM error /
Converter RAM error / Converter EEPROM error
Sensor No Signal / Sensor Not Compatible /
Temperature Out of Range / Measurement Old /
Sensor Voltage Error / Converter Voltage Error
Reference Pulse Lost / Level Pulse Lost Error /
Overfill Error / No Probe Detected
Device Warning (Out of Flange Lost / Level Lost Warning / Overfill Warning
Specification)
Info First Start / EpsilonR Calcul Frozen / EpsilonR
Value Low / EpsilonR Value High / Temperature out
of range for HMI
Toolbar
Status Bar
Update
Calibration certificate
0 Without – for accuracy ±10 mm (±0.39¨) up
to 10 m (32.81 ft)
1 Calibration certificate 2 points – for
accuracy ±3 mm (±0.12¨) up to 10 m
(32.81 ft)
(for coaxial >600 mm (23.62¨) – other
probes: 1st point >500 mm (19.69¨))
2 Calibration certificate 5 points – for
accuracy ±3 mm (±0.12¨) up to 10 m
(32.81 ft)
(for coaxial >1100 mm (43.31¨) – other
probes: 1st point >500 mm (19.69¨))
3 Calibration certificate 5 points, customer-
specific – for accuracy ±3 mm (±0.12¨) up to
10 m (32.81 ft)
(not for coaxial – calibration points to be
given by the customer: 1st point >500 mm
(19.69¨))
Drawing/TAG Number
0 Without
2 Tag No. on stainless steel plate
(18 characters max.)
Extra option
0 Without
1 NACE design
(MR0175 / MR0103 / ISO 15156)
VF20 4 Order code
1 For more data, refer to the Technical data section (Approvals and certification)
2 DIP= Dust Ignition Proof
3 For Ø2 mm / 0.08¨ single cable probes only
4 Do not use with double rod, double cable and Ø8 mm / 0.32¨ single cable probes
5 Other flange faces are available. Refer to your local supplier for more data.
6 Do not use with double rod, double cable, coaxial and Ø8 mm / 0.32¨ single cable probes
7 Do not use with double rod, double cable and coaxial probes
8 Flanges with RF faces have a slip on-type design with an anti-blowout feature. Other flange faces are available. Refer to your local sup-
plier for more data.
Extra option
0 Without
1 NACE design
(MR0175 / MR0103 / ISO 15156)
VF20 4 0 0 Order code
1 For more data, refer to the Technical data section (Approvals and certification)
2 Pending
3 All wetted part materials agree with FDA 21 CFR 177.2600, Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004, Commission Regulation (EC) No 2023/2006
and Commission Regulation (EU) No 10/2011
INFORMATION!
The single rod probe for hygienic applications is welded to the process connection. If it is
necessary change the probe then you must also order the process connection.
DANGER!
Remote version: Make sure that replacement signal cables for Ex-approved devices are supplied
by the manufacturer. Use of this signal cable is mandatory.
10.3 Accessories
We supply accessories for this device. When you send orders for accessories, please give the
reference numbers that follow:
10.4 Glossary
C
Cable This is a wire rope. It is used as a measurement pulse guide.
D
Dielectric constant An electrical property of the product to be measured used in TDR
measurement. Also known as εr, DK and relative permittivity. This gives the
strength of the measurement pulse reflected back to the device's signal
converter.
Direct mode The device sends a signal along the probe. It receives the reflection of the
signal from the surface of the tank contents. The device uses an algorithm
to convert the time it takes to receive the signal into a distance. Use of this
measurement mode depends on the minimum dielectric constant limit of
the probe type. For more data, refer to Technical data on page 130. Refer
also to TBF mode.
mode
Discontinuities These are objects or parts of objects (including the tank) that are in the
tank, are possibly in the probe's empty space and can potentially influence
the electromagnetic field around the probe. This can cause a measurement
error. Also refer to General requirements on page 25.
Distance This is a display option. It is the distance from the face of flange to the level
(1 product) or the surface of the top product (2 or more products). Refer to
the diagrams at the end of this section.
E
Electromagnetic compatibility Defines how much a device influences or is influenced by other devices that
generate electromagnetic fields during operation. Refer to European
standard EN 61326-1 and EN 61326-2-3 for further details.
Electromagnetic field This is a physical field that is produced by electrically-charged objects and
which may affect the behaviour of other objects near to the field.
Empty space A minimum diameter around a probe that should have no objects in it for
the device to work correctly. This depends on the probe type. Refer to
Installation for more details.
H
Hazardous area An area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. Trained personnel can
install and use a device in this area. The device must be ordered with the
appropriate options. The device requires approvals (ATEX, IECEx, cFMus,
NEPSI etc.) related to site specifications. You can find more data about
hazardous areas in the Ex Manuals and Ex Certificates of Compliance.
L
Level This is a display option. It is the height from the bottom of the tank (user-
defined) to the surface of the top product (Tank height – distance). Refer to
the diagrams at the end of this section.
M
Mass This is a display option. It shows the total mass of tank contents. Use a
mass table or a volume table to display measurement data with mass
units.
Measurement pulse The device transmits a short, low-powered electrical pulse or wave
transmitted down a guide to the process. The process (or the probe end if
in TBF measurement mode) reflects the pulse back to the device.
O
Operators Users who can choose how to display measurements. They cannot
configure the device in supervisor mode.
P
Probe This is either a metallic cable or rod used to guide the measurement pulse
to the process.
Probe length Ordered length of probe, L, from the face of the flange to end of the guide. If
you ordered a cable probe, this includes the counterweight. Refer to the
diagrams at the end of this section.
S
Supervisors Users who can configure the device in supervisor mode. They cannot
configure the device in service mode.
T
TBF mode Tank Bottom Following (TBF) mode. If the product has a low dielectric
constant, use this mode. TBF mode uses the end of the probe to indirectly
measure the tank contents.
TDR Time domain reflectometry (TDR). The principle used by the device to
measure level. For more data, refer to Measuring principle on page 129.
Threshold A number of limits set either manually or automatically by the signal
converter to identify the reflected measurement pulses from the level, and
the probe end. For configuration data, refer to Function description on page
82.
Top dead zone The distance from the flange to the top limit of the measuring range. Also
refer to Measurement limits on page 142.
U
Ullage mass This is a display option. It shows empty mass or mass of the product that
can be put into the tank. Refer to the diagrams at the end of this section.
Ullage volume This is a display option. It shows the unfilled volume. Refer to the diagrams
at the end of this section.
V
Volume Total volume of tank contents. Calculated with a volume table.
Pressure
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