Endress+Hauser LTC2230 User manual

BA01013G/08/EN/01.13
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Operation Instructions
Float Gauge LTC2230/LTC2240

Float Gauge LTC2230/LTC2240
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Table of Contents
1 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1 Designated Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.2 Installation, Commissioning, and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.3 Operational Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.4 Notes on Safety Conventions and Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2 Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 Device Designation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Order Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.3 Scope of Delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3 Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.1 Incoming Acceptance, Transport, Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.2 Installation Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.3 Standard Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4 Installation Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.1 Wave Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.2 LTC Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.3 Indicator Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.1 Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.2 Failure Causes and Countermeasures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.3 Return . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
6.4 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
6.5 Contact Addresses of Endress+Hauser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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1.1 Designated Use
Wire Float Level Gauge LTC2230/LTC2240 is for compact tanks. Since LTC gauge head and its parts are
compact and simple by design, it is easily installed virtually maintenance free. LTC2230 (45° Upward Display)
and LTC2240 (45° downward Display) is designed especially for underground tanks or installation in compact
spaces. When LTC is combined with a transmitter (AT-series), remote transmission or alerts are possible.
1.2 Installation, Commissioning, and Operation
•Mounting, electrical installation, start-up, and maintenance of the instrument may only be performed by
trained personnel authorized by the operator of the facility.
•Personnel must read and understand these installation instructions before performing the procedures.
•The instrument may only be operated by personnel who are authorized and trained by the operator of the
facility. All instructions in this manual must be observed.
•The installer must make sure that the measuring system is correctly wired according to the wiring diagrams.
The measuring system must be grounded.
•Observe all law and regulations applicable and valid for your country and pertaining to the opening and
repairing of electrical devices.
1.3 Operational Safety
Caution!
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
1.4 Notes on Safety Conventions and Symbols
To highlight safety-relevant or alternative operating procedures in this manual, the following conventions have
been used, each indicated by a corresponding symbol on the left.
Safety Conventions
Warning!
A warning highlights actions or procedures which, if not performed correctly,
will lead to personal injury, a safety hazard or destruction of the instrument
Caution!
Caution highlights actions or procedures which, if not performed correctly, may
lead to personal injury or incorrect functioning of the instrument
Note!
A note highlights actions or procedures which, if not performed correctly, may
indirectly affect operation or may lead to an instrument response which is not
planned
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2 Identification
2.1 Device Designation
2.1.1 Nameplate
The following technical data are given on the instrument nameplate:
Figure 1: LTC-series Nameplate
䐟䚷Order Code
䐠䚷Serial Number
䐡䚷Product Type
䐢䚷Measurement Range
䐣䚷Tag Number (if any)
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2.2 Order Information
2.2.1 LTC2230 (Display: Upward)
010 Function:
0 Basic version
9 Special version, TSP-no. to be spec.
020 Process Connection:
0 10K 150A RF, SS400 flange JIS B2220
1 6" 150lbs RF, SS400 flange ANSI B16.5
9 Special version, TSP-no. to be spec.
030 Measuring Range:
12.5m
25m
310m
9 Special version, TSP-no.to be spec.
040 Display:
1 Dial 1 pointer
9 Special version, TSP-no.to be spec.
050 Application:
000 Gauge head only
081 Standard application
999 Special version, TSP-no.to be spec.
060 Float:
1 2.1kg, d=140mm (0.5-0.93g/cm3)
2 2.4kg, d=140mm (0.94-2.0g/cm3)
3 Not selected
9 Special version, TSP-no.to be spec.
070 Colour:
0 Sliver
9 Special version, TSP-no.to be spec.
LTC2230- Order code
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2.2.2 LTC2240 (Display: Downward)
010 Function:
0 Basic version
9 Special version, TSP-no. to be spec.
020 Process Connection:
0 10K 150A RF, SS400 flange JIS B2220
1 6" 150lbs RF, SS400 flange ANSI B16.5
9 Special version, TSP-no. to be spec.
030 Measuring Range:
12.5m
25m
310m
9 Special version, TSP-no.to be spec.
040 Display:
1 Dial 1 pointer
9 Special version, TSP-no.to be spec.
050 Application:
000 Gauge head only
083 Standard application
999 Special version, TSP-no.to be spec.
060 Float:
1 2.1kg, d=140mm (0.5-0.93g/cm3)
2 2.4kg, d=140mm (0.94-2.0g/cm3)
3 Not selected
9 Special version, TSP-no.to be spec.
070 Colour:
0 Sliver
9 Special version, TSP-no.to be spec.
LTC2230- Order code
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2.3 Scope of Delivery
Caution!
It is extremely important to follow the instructions concerning the unpacking, transportation and storage of
measuring instruments provided in the chapter "3.1 Incoming Acceptance, Transportation, Storage".
The scope of delivery consists of:
•Assembled instrument
Accompanying documentation:
•Operating Instructions (this manual)
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3 Installation
3.1 Incoming Acceptance, Transport, Storage
3.1.1 Incoming Acceptance
Check the packing and contents for any signs of damage.
Check the shipment, and make sure that nothing is missing and that the items match your order.
3.1.2 Transportation
Follow the safety instructions and conditions of transportation for instruments in excess of 18kg (40 lbs.).
3.1.3 Storage
Pack the measuring instrument so that it is protected against impacts during storage and transportation.
The original packing material provides the optimum protection for this.
The allowed storage temperature is -20 to +60 °C (4° F to 140° F).
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3.2 Installation Conditions
3.2.1 Dimensions of LTC2230
Figure 2: LTC2230 Dimensions
Indicator
White
Black
Ø156
Float Density & Weight
Measured Liquid Specific Density Weight
0.5 to 0.93g/cm³ 2.1kg
0.94 to 2.0g/cm³ 2.4kg
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3.2.2 LTC2240 Dimensions
Figure 3: LTC2240 Dimensions
White
Black
Ø156
Float Density & Weight
Measured Liquid Specific Density Weight
0.5 to 0.93g/cm³ 2.1kg
0.94 to 2.0g/cm³ 2.4kg
Indicator
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