Aplisens APC-2000ALW User manual

USER’S MANUAL
APC-2000ALW
PRESSURE TRANSMITTERS
Version in accordance with EN 12405-1: 2018 Standard
EN.IO.APC.ALW.MID
NOVEMBER 2022
APLISENS S.A., 03-192 Warsaw, Morelowa 7 St.
tel. [phone]; fax [phone]
www.aplisens.com, e-mail: [email protected]
Revision 01.A.002

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Description
Warning to proceed strictly in accordance with the information contained in the doc-
umentation in order to ensure the safety and full functionality of the device.
Information particularly useful during installation and operation of the device.
Information particularly useful during installation and operation of an Ex type device.
Information on disposal of used equipment.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS AND SAFE USE
The manufacturer will not be liable for damage resulting from incorrect installation,
failure to maintain a suitable technical condition of the device or use of the device
other than for its intended purpose.
Installation should be carried out by qualified staff having the required authoriza-
tions to install electrical and I&C equipment. The installer is responsible for perform-
ing the installation in accordance with manual as well as with the electromagnetic
compatibility and safety regulations and standards applicable to the type of installa-
tion.
In systems with I&C equipment, in case of leakage, there is a danger to staff due to
the medium under pressure. All safety and protection requirements must be ob-
served during installation, operation and inspections.
If a malfunction occurs, the device should be disconnected and handed over to the
manufacturer for repair.
In order to minimize the risk of malfunction and associated risks to staff, the device
is not to be installed or used in particularly unfavourable conditions, where the fol-
lowing hazards occur:
−possible mechanical impacts, excessive shocks and vibration;
−excessive temperature fluctuation;
−water vapour condensation, dusting, icing.
Changes made to the manufacturing of products may be introduced before the paper version of the
manual is updated. The up-to-date manuals are available on the manufacturer’s website:
www.aplisens.com.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................... 5
1.1. Purpose of the document ............................................................................................5
1.2. Trademarks.................................................................................................................5
1.3. Definitions and abbreviations ......................................................................................6
1.4. Transmitter set range ..................................................................................................6
2. SAFETY ...................................................................................................... 7
3. TRANSPORT AND STORAGE ................................................................... 7
3.1. Delivery check.............................................................................................................7
3.2. Transport.....................................................................................................................7
3.3. Storage........................................................................................................................7
4. GUARANTEE.............................................................................................. 7
5. IDENTIFICATION........................................................................................ 8
5.1. Manufacturer’s address...............................................................................................8
5.2. Transmitter identification .............................................................................................8
5.3. CE mark, declaration of conformity .............................................................................8
6. INSTALLATION .......................................................................................... 8
6.1. General recommendations..........................................................................................8
6.1.1. Examples of transmitter installation......................................................................9
7. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ..................................................................... 9
7.1. Cable connection to transmitter internal terminals.......................................................9
7.1.1. Cable connection..................................................................................................9
7.1.2. Connection of transmitter with the option of using local HART communication..10
7.2. Transmitter power supply..........................................................................................12
7.2.1. Transmitter supply voltage .................................................................................12
7.2.2. Uninterruptible current measurement in 4…20 mA current loop.........................12
7.2.3. Specifications of electrical switching terminals...................................................12
7.2.4. Cabling specification ..........................................................................................12
7.2.5. Resistance load in power supply line .................................................................12
7.2.6. Shielding, equipotential bonding.........................................................................13
7.3. Equipotential bonding................................................................................................13
7.4. Final inspection of cabling.........................................................................................13
8. OPERATION ............................................................................................. 13
8.1. Local buttons.............................................................................................................17
8.2. Local configuration of setpoints.................................................................................17
8.3. Navigation in local setpoints MENU ..........................................................................17
8.4. Acceptance of local setpoints....................................................................................17
8.5. Structure of local setpoints MENU.............................................................................18
8.6. Remote configuration of setpoints (HART 5).............................................................19
8.6.1. Compatible devices............................................................................................19
8.6.2. Compatible configuration software.....................................................................19
8.6.3. Local HART communication jumper...................................................................19
9. START-UP ................................................................................................ 19
9.1. Alarm configuration ...................................................................................................19
9.2. Configuration of operating mode...............................................................................20

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9.3. Correction of impact of transmitter mounting position on site –pressure reset.........20
9.4. Sealing of the transmitters.........................................................................................21
9.5. Pressure measurements...........................................................................................21
10.MAINTENANCE.........................................................................................23
10.1. Periodic inspections ..................................................................................................23
10.2. Non-periodic inspections...........................................................................................23
10.3. Cleaning/washing......................................................................................................23
10.3.1. Diaphragm cleaning ...........................................................................................23
10.4. Spare parts................................................................................................................23
10.5. Repair .......................................................................................................................23
10.6. Returns......................................................................................................................23
11.EXPLOSIONPROOF PARAMETERS........................................................24
12.SCRAPPING, DISPOSAL..........................................................................28
13.HISTORY OF REVISIONS.........................................................................28
LIST OF DRAWINGS
Figure 1. Set range and measurement limits. .........................................................................6
Figure 2.Transmitter nameplate..............................................................................................8
Figure 3. Examples of pressure transmitter installation...........................................................9
Figure 4. Electrical connection to transmitter........................................................................10
Figure 5. Electrical connection 4…20 mA of HART to transmitter in Exd version. ................11
Figure 6.Electrical connection 4…20 mA of HART to transmitter in Exi version. ..................11
Figure 7. Rotation of the housing, change of display position and access to buttons. ..........14
Figure 8. Display information fields.......................................................................................14
Figure 9. Set range current, saturation currents, alarm currents of transmitters...................20
Figure 10. Example of the transmitter side covers sealing...................................................21
Figure 11. Mounting transmitter in zones.............................................................................24
Figure 12. Flameproof joints. ...............................................................................................26
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1. Definitions and abbreviations.....................................................................................6
Table 2. Permissible transmitter supply voltages. .................................................................12
Table 3. List of cable glands.................................................................................................25
Table 4. List of blank plug replacements..............................................................................25

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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Purpose of the document
The subject of manual are APC-2000ALW smart pressure transmitters, used for gas conversion de-
vices 2 type, accorded with EN12405-1:2019 Standard, harmonized to Directive 2014/32/UE (MID),
hereinafter referred jointly to as the transmitters. The manual applies to the flameproof Exd, intrinsi-
cally safe Exi and PED versions.
Within the scope of the MID Directive, transmitters are intended for use in volume gas converters 2
type , equipped with an electric power backup source (battery, UPS) for 1 and 2 family gas fuels in
accordance with EN 437 Standard.
The Exi and Exd transmitter parameters are presented in the p.11 EXPLOSIONPROOF
PARAMETERS.
Within the meaning of the Directive 2014/68/EU (PED), the transmitters are designed to category I,
module A. PED marking does not apply to additional equipment of the transmitters, i.e. separators,
valves, connectors, impulse tubes, etc. In the manufacturer’s EU declarations of conformity, the
transmitters as designed above have the CE markings. The transmitters with permissible overload of
200 bar and lower are manufactured in accordance with good engineering practice according to arti-
cle 4 point 3 of Directive 2014/68/EU.
The manual contains data, tips and general recommendations for safe installation and operation of
the transmitters, as well as troubleshooting in case of possible failure.
The manual does not cover explosion protection issues.
The use of the equipment in hazardous zones without appropriate approvals is forbid-
den.
In addition, please refer to the Technical Information:
−Technical Information contains detailed technical data, parameters and recommendations for
installation and operation.
1.2. Trademarks
HART®is a registered trademark of FieldComm Group.
Windows®is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Google Play®is a service registered and managed by Google®Inc.

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1.3. Definitions and abbreviations
Table 1. Definitions and abbreviations.
Item
no.
Abbr.
Meaning
1
LRV
"Lower Range Value" –the value of the set range expressed in physical units corresponding to the current
of 4,000 mA, i.e. 0% of the output setpoint. Exceeding the LRV limit, with the MID blockade on, makes the
generation of alarm signals by the transmitter, and on the main display the undEr inscription will be
showed.
2
URV
"Upper Range Value" –the value of the set range expressed in physical units corresponding to the current
of 20,000 mA, i.e. 100% of the output setpoint. Exceeding the URV limit, with the MID blockade on,
makes the generation of alarm signals by the transmitter, and on the main display the ouEr inscription
will be showed.
3
LRL
LSL
"Lower Range Limit" or "Lower Sensor Limit" - lower limit of set range expressed in physical units. Value
(URL-LRL) or (USL-LSL) is referred to as the base transmitter range.
4
URL
USL
"Upper Range Limit" or "Upper Sensor Limit" –upper limit of set range expressed in physical units. Value
(URL-LRL) or (USL-LSL) is referred to as the base transmitter range.
5
LPL
"Lower Processing Limit" –lower limit of digital processing of measured value. The transmitter processes
a digital measurement up to 50% of the base range width below the lower limit of set range LRL (LSL).
6
UPL
"Upper Processing Limit" –upper limit of digital processing of measured value. The transmitter processes
a digital measurement up to 50% of the base range width above the upper limit of set range URL (USL).
7
LSAL
"Lower Saturation Limit" - lower limit of the A/D transmitter processing range. The lower limit of the A/D
transmitter saturation is on the pressure scale below the LPL point and is associated with the minimum
pressure, at which the analogue-digital pressure measurement transmitter reaches the lower limit of the
processing capacity. The exact determination of this pressure is not possible, however usually the pres-
sure does not exceed the pressure corresponding to 200% of the base range width (URL-LRL) below the
lower limit of the digital processing of measured LPL value.
8
USAL
"Upper Saturation Limit" - upper limit of the A/D transmitter processing range. The upper limit saturation
point of A/D transmitter is on the pressure cale above the UPL point and is associated with the maximum
pressure at which the analogue-digital pressure measurement transmitter reaches the upper limit of the
processing capacity. The exact determination of this pressure is not possible, however usually the pres-
sure does not exceed the pressure corresponding to 200% of the base range width (URL-LRL) above the
upper limit of the digital processing of measured UPL value.
9
AL_L
Low current alarm.
10
AL_H
High current alarm.
11
I_AL
The alarm current set by the transmitter controller in the current loop.
1.4. Transmitter set range
The figure below shows the transmitter set range and limits related to allowable set range, digital pro-
cessing range and saturation limits of A/D pressure measurement transducer. As standard, values of
4 mA/20 mA currents are assigned to LRV/URV points. In order to obtain reverse characteristics, it is
possible to reverse the assignment so that the LRV/URV points are assigned to 20 mA/4 mA currents.
Figure 1. Set range and measurement limits.

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2. SAFETY
−The installation and start-up of the device and any activities related to operation shall be
carried out after thorough examination of the contents of user’s manual and the instruc-
tions related thereto;
−installation and maintenance should be carried out by qualified staff having the required
authorizations to install electrical and measuring devices;
−the device shall be used according to its intended purpose in line with the permissible
parameters specified on the nameplate (➔Transmitter identification);
−the protection elements used by the manufacturer to ensure transmitter safety may be
less effective if the device is operated in a manner not consistent with its intended pur-
pose;
−before installing or disassembling the device, it is absolutely necessary to disconnect it
from the power source;
−no repairs or alterations to the transmitter electronic system are permitted. Assessment
of damages and possible repair may only be performed by the manufacturer or author-
ized representative;
−do not use instruments if damaged. In case of malfunction, the device must be put out of
operation.
3. TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
3.1. Delivery check
After receiving the delivery of the equipment, it is necessary to:
−make sure that the packaging and its contents were not damaged during transport;
−check the completeness and correctness of the received order, and make sure no parts are
missing.
3.2. Transport
Transport of transmitters shall be carried out with the use of covered means of transport, in original
packages with diaphragm provided with protection. The packaging shall be protected against move-
ment and direct impact of atmospheric factors.
3.3. Storage
Transmitters shall be stored in a factory packaging, in a room without vapours and aggressive sub-
stances, protected against mechanical impact.
Allowable range of storage temperature:
-40 ... 80°C (-40 ... 176°F).
4. GUARANTEE
General terms and conditions of guarantee are available on the manufacturer's website:
www.aplisens.com/ogolne_warunki_gwarancji
The guarantee shall be repealed if the device is used against its intended use, or failure to
comply with user’s manual or interference with the structure of the device.

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5. IDENTIFICATION
5.1. Manufacturer’s address
APLISENS S.A.
03-192 Warsaw
Morelowa 7 St.
Poland
5.2. Transmitter identification
The transmitter is labelled with rating plates with data as shown below:
Figure 2.Transmitter nameplate.
5.3. CE mark, declaration of conformity
The device has been designed to meet the highest safety standards, has been tested and has left the
factory in a condition that is safe for operation. The device complies with the applicable standards and
regulations listed in the EU Declaration of Conformity and has CE marking on nameplate.
6. INSTALLATION
6.1. General recommendations
It is recommended that in case of a gaseous medium, the transmitters should be installed
above the measuring point so that condensate may flow to the point from which the meas-
ured pressure is collected, while in case of liquid medium or steam, it should be installed
below the point of pressure intake. The configuration of impulse tubes and valve connec-
tion system should be selected taking into account the measurement conditions.
ATEX Certification marking

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6.1.1. Examples of transmitter installation
Figure 3. Examples of pressure transmitter installation.
7. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
7.1. Cable connection to transmitter internal terminals
All connection and installation operations shall be performed with disconnected supply
voltage and other external voltages, if used.
Failure to provide proper connection of the transmitter may result in danger.
Risk of electric shock and/or ignition in potentially explosive atmospheres.
7.1.1. Cable connection
In order to perform correct connection of the cables, the following steps shall be performed:
−disconnect power supply of the supply cable line before connecting the transmitter cabling;
−unscrew the rear cover of the transmitter body to access the power connector;
−pull the cable through the cable gland;
−connect the transmitter according to the figure below, paying attention to the correct tightening
of the bolts fixing the conductor core to the terminal;
−check the correct fixing of the HART local communication jumper;
−tighten the rear cover of the transmitter body;
−leaving a small clearance of the cable inside the body, tighten the gland nut so that the gland
seal is clamped on the power cable.

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1. Housing.
2. Jumper for local HART communication.
3. Internal ground terminal.
4. External ground terminal.
5. Transmitter power terminals, 4…20 mA current loop.
6. Ammeter connection terminals for uninterruptible current measurement (optional).
Figure 4. Electrical connection to transmitter.
In hazardous zone, do not unscrew the housing covers after connecting the Exd flameproof
transmitter to the power source.
7.1.2. Connection of transmitter with the option of using local HART communication
The transmitter allows to use the local HART communication. To do this you can use a HART com-
municator or HART modem connected to a computer or a smartphone.
In order to establish the local communication, it is necessary to:
−remove HART communication jumper (item 2);
−connect the communicator or modem to electrical terminals (item 5).
Opening of the HART jumper results in applying resistance of 240 Ω in series in line
4...20 mA. This resistance reduces voltage on transmitter supply terminals by approximately
5 V DC for maximum current that can be set by the transmitter. To avoid the supply volt-
age deficit on the transmitter terminals, the HART jumper must be dismantled only for
the time of performing the HART local communication.
Connection diagram of the communicator or modem to transmitter power supply and measurement
system is presented below:

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Figure 5. Electrical connection 4…20 mA of HART to transmitter in Exd version.
Figure 6.Electrical connection 4…20 mA of HART to transmitter in Exi version.
It is mandatory to read p. 11 EXPLOSIONPROOF PARAMETERS, containing important in-
formation related to the installation of intrinsically safe and flameproof versions of the trans-
mitter.
The converter may also be operated using Aplisens Mobile Configurator installed on smartphones
with Android system and connected using wireless communication.
The software is available on Google Play®
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.aplisens.mobile.amc

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7.2. Transmitter power supply
7.2.1. Transmitter supply voltage
Power cables may be live.
There is a risk of electric shock and/or explosion.
Installation of the transmitter in explosion-risk atmospheres must comply with national
standards and regulations.
All explosion protection data is given in p.11 EXPLOSIONPROOF PARAMETERS.
Table 2. Permissible transmitter supply voltages.
Version
Minimum supply voltage
Maximum supply voltage
Exd
13,5 V DC*
45 V DC
Exi
13,5 V DC
28 V DC
* Minimum supply voltage with backlight off. Switching on the backlight increases the minimum supply voltage
by 3V. The backlight is switched off by default.
7.2.2. Uninterruptible current measurement in 4…20 mA current loop
The transmitter is capable of continuous current measurement in the current loop using an ammeter.
In order to maintain the current measurement error below 0,05%, the internal resistance of the amme-
ter shall be less than 10 Ω.
Ammeter connection diagram –see: (➔7.1.1 Cable connection).
7.2.3. Specifications of electrical switching terminals
Internal electrical switching terminals are suitable for conductors with the cross-section from
0,5 to 2,5 mm2. The internal and external electrical ground terminal of the body is suitable for conduc-
tors with cross-section from od 0,5 to 5 mm2.
7.2.4. Cabling specification
Aplisens S.A. recommends using two-wire screened twisted pair cable. The outer diameter of the ca-
ble shell from 5 to 9 mm is recommended.
Exemplary cable types are presented in the table below.
Producer
Technokabel
LAPPKABEL
shilded
IB-YSLY 2x0.75 *
ÖLFLEX®EB 2X1* (art. No. 0012440)
unshilded
IB-YSLCY 2x0.75
ÖLFLEX®EB CY 2X1 (art. No 0012650)
7.2.5. Resistance load in power supply line
The power line resistance, power source resistance and other additional serial resistances increase
the voltage drops between the power source and the transmitter terminals. The maximum current of
Exd or Exi transmitters under normal operation conditions is defined as I_max = 20,500 mA, in the
high alarm state, the I_max current rises to at least 21.5 mA.

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The maximum resistance value in the power circuit (along with the power cables resistance) is de-
fined by the formula:
where:
U –voltage at the supply terminals of the 4…20 mA current loop [V].
Umin –minimum supply voltage of transmitter ➔Table 2. Permissible transmitter supply voltages.
RL_MAX –maximum power supply line resistance [Ω].
7.2.6. Shielding, equipotential bonding
When using a cable in the screen, connect the screen on one side at the transmitter’s power supply
point.
7.3. Equipotential bonding
Transmitters comply with EMC standards for safety-related products used in general industrial envi-
ronment
7.4. Final inspection of cabling
After completing the electrical installation of the transmitter it is necessary to check the following:
−does the supply voltage measured at the transmitter terminals at maximum set current match
the range of supply voltage specified on the transmitter nameplate?.
−Is the transmitter connected according to the information given in section (➔Cable connection
to transmitter internal terminals)?.
−Are all the screws tightened?.
−Are the transmitter covers tightened?.
−Are the cable gland and the gland plug tightened?.
8. OPERATION
The IP 66 degree of the housing protection for applications with gaseous fuels from 1
and 2 families in accordance with EN 437 Standard is ensured by the the transmitter
housing design as well as cable entries and plugs with HNBR or NBR seals. When you
intend to use own cable inlets and plugs, you should use components dedicated to Ex
zones, guaranteeing compliance with the requirements regarding: ambient tempera-
tures, resistance to gaseous fuels, families 1 and 2 and IP degree.
The transmitter gives the possibility of rotating the housing and adjusting the display position to the
mounting position of the body. To rotate the housing, loosen the screw (item 1), position the transmit-
ter housing (item 2) as required, tighten the screw (item 1). Access to the extensions (item 4) used to
rotate the display is provided after opening the front cover (item 3).

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Figure 7. Rotation of the housing, change of display position and access to buttons.
1. Screw.
2. Transmitter housing.
3. Front cover.
4. Buttons.
In hazardous zone, do not unscrew the housing covers after connecting the Exd flameproof
transmitter to the power source.
The LCD has three primary information fields identified in the figure below as LCD1, LCD2, LCD3.
Figure 8. Display information fields.
LCD1 field:
[mA] - value (milliamperes) of process current in line 4...20 mA, proportional to the measured pres-
sure.
[%] - value (percentage) of the setpoint of current controller in current loop 4...20 mA. This value
is the ratio of the process current to the current range width according to the following formula:
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LCD2 field:
The LCD2 field is used mainly to display floating point decimal values in a unit displayed on LCD3. In
some cases, other messages may be displayed:
−ERROR in case of some operating errors or failure diagnosed in the transmitter, error/failure
number Exxxx will appear on LCD2, the ERROR message will be displayed on LCD3. The
image will blink to attract the operator’s attention. The transmitter in Exd version will set the
current output to alarm status.
−undEr if the limit below LRV of the set range in MID mode is exceeded by the process, the
LCD1 display of transmitter in Exd version will show the message undEr (under). The image
will blink to attract the operator’s attention. The transmitter will set the current output to alarm
status.
−ouEr if the limit above URV of the set range in MID mode is exceeded by the process, the
LCD1 display of transmitter will show the message ouEr (over). The image will blink to draw
the operator’s attention.
−● ● ● ● when the set position of comma (point) on LCD2 does not allow for the correct dis-
play of the process variable, four dots ● ● ● ● will appear on LCD. The image will blink to at-
tract the operator’s attention. In this situation, change the decimal point position in the local
setpoint change MENU or via HART communication.
LCD3 field:
Abbreviations of physical units of pressures and levels and their description:
INH2O
inches of water column with tempera-
ture of 0°C.
INGH
inches of mercury column with temper-
ature of 0°C.
FTH2O
feet of water column with temperature
of 20°C (68°F).
MMH2O
millimeters of water column with tem-
perature of 20°C (68°F).
MMHG
millimeters of mercury column with
temperature of 0°C.
PSI
pounds per square inch.
BAR
bars.
MBAR
millibars.
GSQCM
grams per square centimeter.
KGSQCM
kilograms per square centimeter.
PA
pascals.
KPA
kilopascals.
TORR
torrs.
ATM
atmosphere.
MH2O4
metres of water column with tempera-
ture of 4°C.
MPA
megapascals.
INH2O4
inches of water column with tempera-
ture of 4°C.
MMH2O4
millimeters of water column with tem-
perature of 4°C.
NOUNIT
the shortcut displayed when a unit not
implemented in the transmitter is con-
figured via HART communication.
Abbreviations of temperature measurement point name:
SENS °C
temperature of pressure sensor measurement structure in degrees Celsius.
CPU °C
temperature of the main CPU structure in degrees Celsius.
Abbreviations displayed during configuration via local MENU and their descriptions:
<-BACK
return to one level above in local MENU.
EXIT
going out of the local MENU.
UNIT
pressure and level unit selection menu.
SENS_T
option of measuring the temperature of pressure sensor measurement structure.
CPU_T
option of measuring the main CPU structure temperature.
DAMPIN
menu of selecting damping time constant of process variable.
TRANSF
menu of selecting the current output linearization function.
%SQRT
menu of selecting the deadband percentage of the root characteristics of the current output linearization.
PVZERO
pressure transmitter resetting menu and option.
SETURV
URV setting menu (upper pressure of the set range).
SETLRV
LRV setting menu (lower pressure of the set range).
BYPRES
option of setting the range according to pressure.
BYVALU
option of setting the set range by entering a value.

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RESET
transmitter hot restart software menu.
LCD1VR
menu for selection of the type of measurement displayed on LCD1.
LCD2VR
menu for selection of the type of measurement displayed on LCD2.
LCD2DP
menu for selecting position of comma/decimal point.
FACTOR
return to factory values menu.
RECALL
option of return to factory settings. Factory pressure calibrations, zero setpoints of pressure and current
will be restored.
LINEAR
option of linear function of current output setpoint linearization.
SQRT
option of root function of current output setpoint linearization.
SPECIA
option of the user’s special characteristics of current output setpoint linearization.
SQUARE
option of square function of current output setpoint linearization.
CURREN
option of selecting the display of set current on LCD1.
PERCEN
option of selecting the display of set percentage on LCD1.
PRESS
option of selecting the display of pressure on LCD2.
USER
option of selecting user’s units and scaling to be displayed on LCD3.
MID_WP
MID mode setting menu. In this mode, the option of changing the setpoints related to the transmitter me-
trology is disabled. Additionally for Exd versions, exceeding of LRV and URV limits results in displaying
undEr or ouEr message, blinking of the display and setting of the process output to the current alarm
mode I_AL<3,600 mA. For standard or Exi transmitters, the exceeding of LRV and URV limits results in
displaying the undEr or ouEr message, blinking of the display and setting of the process output to the
current alarm mode depending on the configuration I_AL<3,650 mA or I_AL>21,500 mA.
ON
MID mode activation option.
OFF
MID mode deactivation option.
X.XXXX
option of selecting position of comma/decimal point.
XX.XXX
option of selecting position of comma/decimal point.
XXX.XX
option of selecting position of comma/decimal point.
XXXX.X
option of selecting position of comma/decimal point.
XXXXX.
option of selecting position of comma/decimal point.
0 [S]
option of selecting damping time constant.
2 [S]
option of selecting damping time constant.
5 [S]
option of selecting damping time constant.
10 [S]
option of selecting damping time constant.
30 [S]
option of selecting damping time constant.
60 [S]
option of selecting damping time constant. The 60-second damping constant is only available from the
local keypad; the configuration via HART in revision 5 does not allow a damping value greater than 30
seconds. Other damping values are possible to be set via HART communication.
0.0 %
option of selecting root characteristics deadband point.
0.2 %
option of selecting root characteristics deadband point.
0.4 %
option of selecting root characteristics deadband point.
0.6 %
option of selecting root characteristics deadband point.
0.8 %
option of selecting root characteristics deadband point.
1.0 %
option of selecting root characteristics deadband point.
Other deadband values are possible to be set via HART communication.
DONE
message about the acceptance and implementation of the set-point change.
Abbreviations of local configuration errors and description of abbreviations:
ER_L07
message displayed on LCD3. It is displayed if a user tries to change the setpoint in the transmitter pro-
tected against entry (change of setpoints) or in active MID mode.
ER_L09
message displayed on LCD3. It is displayed if:
−a user tries to change the set range by set pressure which is not within the allowable upper URL
pressure.
−A user tries to pressure reset when the pressure exceeds the allowable upper limit.
ER_L10
message displayed on LCD3. It is displayed if:
−a user tries to change the set range by set pressure which is not within the allowable lower LRL
pressure.
−A user tries to pressure reset when the pressure exceeds the allowable lower limit.
ER_L14
message displayed on LCD3. It is displayed if:
−the adopted URV value through the set pressure or entry of a value cannot be accepted because
it causes a reduction of the set pressure range set below the allowable limit.

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ER_L16
message displayed on LCD3. It is displayed if:
−a user tried to perform an operation that is disabled or unavailable. It may be caused by:
−attempting to access the local setpoint change MENU when the access to the local MENU
is disabled;
−attempting to pressure reset in the absolute pressure measurement transmitter.
WG_L14
the message will appear if the assumed LRV value through the set pressure or entry of a value causes
a decrease of the current set range. Entry of LRV automatically results in the transmitter’s attempt to set
URV in such a way that the current width of the set range is maintained. If this is not possible due to ex-
ceeded URL, the transmitter automatically adopts the URV=URL value and a new LRV value. Since the
set range width and URV deviate from previous values, a message is displayed.
ASCII characters displayed on LCD3 in user’s unit:
−using HART communication, the user can configure its own 6-character unit displayed on
LCD3. It is possible to display ASCII characters from the range (32…96 dec) or (20…60 hex),
i.e.:
!"#$%&'()*+,-./0123456789:;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ[\]^_`
8.1. Local buttons
Local buttons are used to enable the configuration mode of some transmitter parameters and to navi-
gate through MENU and accept MENU options. The MENU can be accessed by pressing and holding
any of the buttons for at least 4 seconds. After this time, the LCD3 field of the local display will show
an EXIT message. This signals entering into the MENU navigation mode.
8.2. Local configuration of setpoints
Transmitter enables local configuration of some of the most common setpoints via local buttons and
local LCD display.
8.3. Navigation in local setpoints MENU
The MENU can be accessed by pressing and holding any of the buttons for at least 4 seconds. After
this time, the LCD3 field of the local display will show an EXIT message. This signals entering into the
local configuration MENU. By pressing the buttons with arrows [↑] [↓] for at least 1 second you can
move up or down in MENU.
8.4. Acceptance of local setpoints
The button marked with symbol [●] is used to accept the selection. The acceptance of setpoint
change is confirmed by a DONE message displayed on LCD3. After changing the setpoint, the trans-
mitter leaves the local configuration change MENU. If no selection is made in the MENU mode, after
2 minutes the transmitter automatically returns to display of standard messages. The MENU can also
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8.5. Structure of local setpoints MENU
Press and hold any of 3 buttons for 4 seconds.
When navigating in the area of the active local MENU, holding the button required to trigger the action
is minimum 1 second. Continuous pressing of the ↑ or ↓button results in scrolling of the MENU posi-
tions every 1 second. If the local MENU remains inactive for more than 2 minutes, after this time the
transmitter will automatically leave the MENU mode and will display the process variable.

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8.6. Remote configuration of setpoints (HART 5)
The transmitter allows to read out and configure the parameters via HART communication using
4...20 mA loop as a physical layer for FSK BELL 202 modulation.
8.6.1. Compatible devices
The following devices may be used to communicate with the transmitter:
−Aplisens S.A. KAP-03, KAP-03Ex communicator (HART 5 only);
−communicators from other companies, including those using DDL and DTM libraries;
−PC computers equipped with HART modem (e.g. HART/USB converter by Aplisens S.A.) with
Windows7 or Windows10 operating system with installed Raport 2;
−PC computers equipped with HART modem using software from other companies, accepting
DDL and DTM libraries;
−smartphones with Android system, using a converter providing wireless communication (e.g.
HART/USB converter by Aplisens S.A.) using Aplisens Mobile Configurator. The software is
available on Google Play under the link:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.aplisens.mobile.amc
8.6.2. Compatible configuration software
−Raport 2 Aplisens under control of Windows 7 or Windows 10;
−Aplisens Mobile Configurator under control of the Android system;
−every software from other companies accepting DDL and DTM libraries.
8.6.3. Local HART communication jumper
The transmitter allows to use the local HART communication. To do this you can use a HART com-
municator unit or modem interoperating with a computer or a smartphone.
In order to establish communication, it is necessary to:
−remove the HART communication jumper (➔Electrical connection to transmitter. item 2);
−connect the communicator or modem to terminals (➔Connection of transmitter with the option
of using local HART communication).
9. START-UP
As standard, the transmitter is adjusted to a set range equal to the base range, unless a specific set
range is provided in the order. The base range and the basic unit of the transmitter can be read out
from its nameplate (➔Transmitter identification).
Use the transmitter within the allowable pressure limits. Risk of injury due to component
breakage after exceeding the maximum permitted operating pressure.
9.1. Alarm configuration
Transmitters has a developed internal diagnostics, which monitors the work of their electronic circuits,
process and environmental parameters.
The user has an option of enabling/disabling of the current alarms. Current alarms are disabled by
default. The figures below shows the normal operation ranges of the transmitter process output and
the ranges of saturation and alarm currents.

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Figure 9. Set range current, saturation currents, alarm currents of transmitters.
1 - Set 4…20 mA current area is corresponding to setpoint 0...100% of the process output.
2 - Lower saturation current of 3,800 mA for NAMUR mode.
3 - Lower saturation current of 3,900 mA for NORMAL mode.
4 - Upper saturation current of 20,500 mA for NAMUR and NORMAL mode.
5 - Alarm current area I_AL<3,600 mA for internal diagnostic alarms.
6 - Alarm current area I_AL>20,660 mA for alarms related to safe failures with external diagnostics.
9.2. Configuration of operating mode
Before starting the work with the transmitter, the following parameters must be configured:
−basic unit of transmitter;
−the beginning of the set LRV range;
−the end of the set URV range;
−damping time constant;
−NORMAL/NAMUR analogue output operation mode;
−alarm mode, high or low alarm;
−transmitter tag (TAG/LONG_TAG);
−LCD display configuration parameters;
−setting of the settings change lock password.
9.3. Correction of impact of transmitter mounting position on site –pressure reset
Once the transmitter is mounted in a target location, it must be reset. This operation will eliminate the
possible influence of the mounting position on the indication of pressure. In order to do so:
−in case of relative pressure transmitter without pressure supplied (vented), perform the pres-
sure reset operation using the local MENU or HART communication;
−in case of absolute pressure transmitter the resetting is only possible with an absolute pres-
sure calibration device.
Once the transmitter parameters have been entered and it has been reset at the workstation,
it is required to:
−secure the device against the possibility of making changes in the local setpoint
change MENU;
−set your own password different from default password of “00000000”. The new pass-
word may consist of any combination of 8 hexadecimal characters 0...9, A…F. Store the
password in a safe place. If the password is lost, its restoration or resetting to factory
settings may only be performed by the manufacturer;
−activate the setpoint change lock to secure the transmitter against accidental, uninten-
tional change of parameters.
Pressure reset can be done via local setpoint change MENU or HART communication. The remaining
operations described in this section may only be performed using HART communication.
Operating range