Endress+Hauser Micropilot FWR30 User manual

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Operating Instructions
Micropilot FWR30
Free space radar
Battery-operated level sensor for monitoring remote and
mobile applications
BA01991F/00/EN/02.19
71461923
2020-01-15

Micropilot FWR30
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Order code:
Ext. ord. cd.:
Ser. no.:
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Operations App
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Serial number
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• Make sure the document is stored in a safe place such that it is always available when
working on or with the device.
• To avoid danger to individuals or the facility, read the "Basic safety instructions" section
carefully, as well as all other safety instructions in the document that are specific to
working procedures.
• The manufacturer reserves the right to modify technical data without prior notice. Your
Endress+Hauser sales organization will supply you with current information and updates
to these instructions.

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Table of contents
1 About this document ................ 4
1.1 Document function ..................... 4
1.2 Symbols ............................. 4
1.3 Documentation ........................ 5
2 Basic safety instructions ............ 6
2.1 Requirements for the personnel ............ 6
2.2 Designated use ........................ 6
2.3 Workplace safety ....................... 6
2.4 Operational safety ...................... 6
2.5 Product safety ......................... 7
2.6 IT security ............................ 7
3 Product description ................ 8
3.1 Product design ........................ 8
4 Incoming acceptance and product
identification ...................... 9
4.1 Incoming acceptance .................... 9
4.2 Product identification ................... 9
4.3 Storage and transport ................... 9
5 Installation ....................... 10
5.1 Mounting the measuring device ........... 10
5.2 Post-installation check ................. 12
6 Electrical connection .............. 13
6.1 Connecting the measuring device .......... 13
7 Operation options ................. 14
7.1 Overview of operation options ............ 14
8 Commissioning ................... 15
8.1 Preparatory steps ..................... 15
8.2 Function check ....................... 15
8.3 Powering up the measuring device ......... 15
8.4 Configuration management .............. 15
9 Operation ........................ 16
9.1 Initiating the measurement .............. 16
9.2 Reading measured values ................ 16
9.3 Displaying the measured value history ...... 16
9.4 Use cases ............................ 16
10 Diagnostics and troubleshooting ... 18
10.1 Diagnostics information via LED .......... 18
10.2 Status signals ........................ 18
10.3 Status symbol (symbol for event level) ...... 18
10.4 List of diagnostic events ................. 19
11 Maintenance ..................... 20
11.1 Maintenance tasks .................... 20
12 Repair ............................ 21
12.1 Return .............................. 21
12.2 Disposal ............................ 21
13 Accessories ....................... 22
13.1 Device-specific accessories ............... 22
14 Technical data .................... 23
14.1 Input .............................. 23
14.2 Output ............................. 24
14.3 Environment ........................ 24
14.4 Process ............................. 25
Index .................................. 26

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1 About this document
1.1 Document function
These Operating Instructions contain all the information that is required in various phases
of the life cycle of the device: from product identification, incoming acceptance and
storage, to mounting, connection, operation and commissioning through to
troubleshooting, maintenance and disposal.
1.2 Symbols
1.2.1 Safety symbols
DANGER
This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation will result in
serious or fatal injury.
WARNING
This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation can result in
serious or fatal injury.
CAUTION
This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation can result in
minor or medium injury.
NOTICE
This symbol contains information on procedures and other facts which do not result in
personal injury.
1.2.2 Communication symbols
1.2.3 Symbols for certain types of information
Permitted:
Procedures, processes or actions that are permitted.
Forbidden:
Procedures, processes or actions that are forbidden.

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Additional information:
Reference to documentation:
Reference to page:
Series of steps:
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3.
Result of an individual step:
1.2.4 Symbols in graphics
Item numbers: 1, 2, 3 ...
Series of steps:
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Views: A, B, C, ...
1.3 Documentation
All available documents can be downloaded using:
• the serial number of the device (see cover page for description) or
• the data matrix code of the device (see cover page for description) or
• the "Downloads" area of the website www.endress.com
1.3.1 Supplementary device-dependent documentation
Additional documents are supplied depending on the device version ordered: Always
comply strictly with the instructions in the supplementary documentation. The
supplementary documentation is an integral part of the device documentation.

Basic safety instructions Micropilot FWR30
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2 Basic safety instructions
2.1 Requirements for the personnel
The personnel for installation, commissioning, diagnostics and maintenance must fulfill
the following requirements:
‣Trained, qualified specialists must have a relevant qualification for this specific function
and task
‣Are authorized by the plant owner/operator
‣Are familiar with federal/national regulations
‣Before beginning work, the specialist staff must have read and understood the
instructions in the Operating Instructions and supplementary documentation as well as
in the certificates (depending on the application)
‣Follow instructions and comply with conditions
The operating personnel must fulfill the following requirements:
‣Being instructed and authorized according to the requirements of the task by the
facility's owner-operator
‣Following the instructions in these Operating Instructions
2.2 Designated use
The Micropilot FWR30 is a battery-operated level sensor with cellular radio transmission.
Application:
Independent radar sensor for remote monitoring of levels.
2.2.1 Incorrect use
The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper or non-designated use.
Clarification of borderline cases:
‣For special fluids and fluids for cleaning, Endress+Hauser is glad to provide assistance
in verifying the resistance of fluid-wetted materials, but does not accept any warranty
or liability.
2.3 Workplace safety
For work on and with the device:
‣Wear the required personal protective equipment according to federal/national
regulations.
2.4 Operational safety
Risk of injury!
‣Operate the device only if it is in proper technical condition, free from errors and faults.
‣The operator is responsible for the interference-free operation of the device.
Modifications to the device
Unauthorized modifications to the device are not permitted and can lead to unforeseeable
dangers:
‣If, despite this, modifications are required, consult with Endress+Hauser.
Repair
To ensure continued operational safety and reliability:
‣Carry out repairs on the device only if they are expressly permitted.

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‣Observe federal/national regulations pertaining to the repair of an electrical device.
‣Use original spare parts and accessories from Endress+Hauser only.
Hazardous area
To avoid danger to individuals or the facility when the device is used in the approval-
related area (e. g. explosion protection, pressure vessel safety):
‣Check the nameplate to verify if the device ordered can be put to its intended use in the
approval-related area.
‣Observe the specifications in the separate supplementary documentation that is an
integral part of these Instructions.
2.4.1 Safety notice for the device battery
LCAUTION
Risk of fire or burns if the device battery is handled incorrectly!
‣Do not charge or open the battery, expose it to fire or heat it above 100 °C (212 °F).
‣Only replace the battery with a ER34615 battery (lithium-thionyl chloride primary
battery, size D). The use of any other battery can present a fire or explosion hazard.
‣Dispose of the used battery immediately as per national regulations.
‣Keep used batteries out of the reach of children. Do not open used batteries or expose
them to fire.
2.5 Product safety
This measuring device is designed in accordance with good engineering practice to meet
state-of-the-art safety requirements, has been tested, and left the factory in a condition in
which it is safe to operate.
It meets general safety standards and legal requirements. It also complies with the EC
directives listed in the device-specific EC Declaration of Conformity. Endress+Hauser
confirms this by affixing the CE mark to the device.
2.6 IT security
We only provide a warranty if the device is installed and used as described in the
Operating Instructions. The device is equipped with security mechanisms to protect it
against any inadvertent changes to the device settings.
IT security measures in line with operators' security standards and designed to provide
additional protection for the device and device data transfer must be implemented by the
operators themselves.

Product description Micropilot FWR30
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3 Product description
3.1 Product design
The Micropilot FWR30 is powered by an internal battery. The IP66/68 housing contains a
sensor. The sensor measures the level. The device reports the level to the Netilion Cloud
Service via a cellular radio connection.

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4 Incoming acceptance and product
identification
4.1 Incoming acceptance
DELIVERY NOTE
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4.2 Product identification
4.2.1 Manufacturer address
Endress+Hauser SE+Co. KG
Hauptstraße 1
79689 Maulburg, Germany
Address of the manufacturing plant: See nameplate.
4.3 Storage and transport
4.3.1 Storage temperature
–20 to +60 °C (–4 to +140 °F)
Battery discharge is at its lowest if the battery is stored at temperatures from
0 to +30 °C (+32 to +86 °F).

Installation Micropilot FWR30
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5 Installation
5.1 Mounting the measuring device
5.1.1 Mounting location
Indoors or outdoors.
Installation on vertical pipes
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Installation with mounting bracket pipe/IBC.
Installation on non-conductive plastic IBC tanks with tubular cage or mesh frame
Installation with "Mounting bracket pipe/IBC".
The mounting bracket pipe/IBC is also suitable for IBC tanks with mesh.
Mounting instructions
• Mount the measuring device in a horizontal position so that it is parallel to the tank
ceiling
Otherwise, undesired reflections from the surroundings can cause interference signals
• The radar antenna should never be covered by metal objects
• If mounting outdoors, do not mount on a depression of the IBC tank
Water can collect and interfere with the measurement. The measuring device may not
stand in water.
• Do not mount any objects which may cause interference, such as tank internal fittings,
grids or agitators, below or in the direct vicinity of the radar (see the graphic below)
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