Endress+Hauser Micropilot M FMR230 User manual

BA00225F/00/EN/13.11
71139431
Valid as of software version:
01.04.00
Operating Instructions
Micropilot M FMR230
Level-Radar

Brief operating instructions Micropilot M FMR230 PROFIBUS PA
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Brief operating instructions
L00-FMR2xxxx-19-00-00-en-039
!Note!
This operating manual explains the installation and initial start-up for the level transmitter. All
functions that are required for a typical measuring task are taken into account here. In addition, the
Micropilot M provides many other functions that are not included in this operating manual, such as
optimising the measuring point and converting the measured values.
An overview of all device functions can be found on →ä96.
The operating manual BA00221F/00/EN "Description of Instrument Functions" provides an
extensive description of all device functions, which can be found on the enclosed CD-ROM.
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Micropilot M FMR230, FMR231 - Brief operating instructions
- dome
ceiling
- horizontal
cyl.
- bypass
…
- unknown
- DC: <1.9
- DC: 1.9 … 4
-DC:4…10
- DC: >10
- standard
- calm
surface
- add. agitator
…
input E
(see sketch)
input F
(see sketch)
only for
bypass +
stilling well
-ok
- too small
- too big
- unknown
- manual
displayed
(see sketch)
D and L are confirm
or specify
range
suggestion
000
measured value
Group
selection
00
basic setup
01
safety settings
0C
system
parameter
09
display
0E
envelope curve
04
linearisation
05
extended calibr.
06
output (HART, FF)
profibus param.(PA)
092
language
0A
diagnostics
0A0
present
error
002
tank shape
004
process
cond.
005
empty
calibr.
006
full
calibr.
007
pipe
diameter
008
dist./
meas value
051
check
distance
003
medium
cond.
052
range of
mapping
053
start
mapping
008
dist./
meas value
flange:
reference point
of measurement
- envel. curve
- incl. FAC
- incl. cust. map
- single curve
- cyclic
= 100: unlocked
100: locked
= 2457: unlocked
2457: locked
0E1
plot settings
0E2
recording
curve
0A1
previous
error
0A4
unlock
parameter
threaded connection:
reference point of
measurement
HART
PA, FF
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Contrast: +or +

Micropilot M FMR230 PROFIBUS PA Table of contents
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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 and process safety . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.4 Notes on safety conventions and symbols . . . . . . . . . 5
2 Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.1 Device designation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.2 Scope of delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.3 Certificates and approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.4 Registered trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3 Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1 Quick installation guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.2 Incoming acceptance, transport, storage . . . . . . . . . 11
3.3 Installation conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.4 Installation instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.5 Post-installation check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4 Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.1 Quick wiring guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.2 Connecting the measuring unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
4.3 Recommanded connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.4 Degree of protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.5 Post-connection check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5.1 Quick operation guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5.2 Display and operating elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
5.3 Local operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
5.4 Display and acknowledging error messages . . . . . . 40
5.5 PROFIBUS PA communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
6 Commissioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
6.1 Function check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
6.2 Switching on the measuring device . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
6.3 Basic Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
6.4 Basic Setup with the device display . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
6.5 Basic Setup with the
Endress+Hauser oprating program . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
7 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
8 Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
8.1 Weather protection cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
8.2 Commubox FXA291 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
8.3 ToF Adapter FXA291 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
8.4 Proficard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
8.5 Profiboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
8.6 Antenna extension FAR10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
8.7 Remote display FHX40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
9 Trouble-shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
9.1 Trouble-shooting instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
9.2 System error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
9.3 Application errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
9.4 Orientation of the Micropilot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
9.5 Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
9.6 Return . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
9.7 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
9.8 Software history . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
9.9 Contact addresses of Endress+Hauser . . . . . . . . . . . 85
10 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
10.1 Additional technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
11 Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
11.1 Operating menu PA (display modul) . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
11.2 Patents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Safety instructions Micropilot M FMR230 PROFIBUS PA
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1 Safety instructions
1.1 Designated use
The Micropilot M is a compact radar level transmitter for the continuous, contactless measurement
of liquids, pastes and sludge. The device can also be freely mounted outside closed metal vessels
because of its operating frequency of about 6 GHz and a maximum radiated pulsed energy of 1 mW
(average power output 1 μW). Operation is completely harmless to humans and animals.
1.2 Installation, commissioning and operation
The Micropilot M has been designed to operate safely in accordance with current technical, safety
and EU standards. If installed incorrectly or used for applications for which it is not intended,
however, it is possible that application-related dangers may arise, e.g. product overflow due to
incorrect installation or calibration. For this reason, the instrument must be installed, connected,
operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual: personnel must be authorised
and suitably qualified. The manual must have been read and understood, and the instructions
followed. Modifications and repairs to the device are permissible only when they are expressly
approved in the manual.
1.3 Operational safety and process safety
Alternative monitoring measures must be taken to ensure operational safety and process safety
during configuration, testing and maintenance work on the instrument.
1.3.1 Hazardous areas
Measuring systems for use in hazardous environments are accompanied by separate "Ex
documentation", which is an integral part of this Operating Manual. Strict compliance with the
installation instructions and ratings as stated in this supplementary documentation is mandatory.
• Ensure that all personnel are suitably qualified.
• Observe the specifications in the certificate as well as national and local standards and regulations.
1.3.2 FCC approval
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
"Caution!
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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1.4 Notes on safety conventions and symbols
In order to highlight safety-relevant or alternative operating procedures in the manual, the following
conventions have been used, each indicated by a corresponding symbol in the margin.
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.
Explosion protection
0Device certified for use in explosion hazardous area
If the device has this symbol embossed on its name plate it can be installed in an explosion hazardous
area.
-Explosion hazardous area
Symbol used in drawings to indicate explosion hazardous areas. Devices located in and wiring
entering areas with the designation “explosion hazardous areas” must conform with the stated type
of protection.
.Safe area (non-explosion hazardous area)
Symbol used in drawings to indicate, if necessary, non-explosion hazardous areas. Devices located in
safe areas still require a certificate if their outputs run into explosion hazardous areas.
Electrical symbols
%Direct voltage
A terminal to which or from which a direct current or voltage may be applied or supplied.
&Alternating voltage
A terminal to which or from which an alternating (sine-wave) current or voltage may be applied or
supplied.
)Grounded terminal
A grounded terminal, which as far as the operator is concerned, is already grounded by means of an
earth grounding system.
*Protective grounding (earth) terminal
A terminal which must be connected to earth ground prior to making any other connection to the
equipment.
+Equipotential connection (earth bonding)
A connection made to the plant grounding system which may be of type e.g. neutral star or
equipotential line according to national or company practice .
Temperature resistance of the connection cables
States, that the connection cables must be resistant to a temperature of at least 85 °C (185 °F).
t >85°C

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2 Identification
2.1 Device designation
2.1.1 Nameplate
The following technical data are given on the instrument nameplate:
Information on the nameplate of the Micropilot M
1 Instrument designation
2 Order code
3 Serial number
4 Process pressure
5 Process temperature
6 Length (optional)
7 Power supply
8 Current supply
9 Ambient temperature
10 Cable specification
11 Factory sealed
12 Radio equipment number
13 TÜV identification mark
14 Certificate symbol (optional) e.g. Ex, NEPSI
15 Certificate symbol (optional) e.g. 3A
16 Certificate symbol (optional) e.g. SIL, FF
17 Place of production
18 Degree of protection e.g. IP65, IP67
19 Certificates and approvals
20 Document number of safety instructions e.g. XA, ZD, ZE
21 Dat./Insp. xx / yy (xx = week of production, yy = year of production)
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Order Code:
Ser.-No.:
Dat./Insp.:
if modification
see sep. label
X=
1
2
3
4
5
7
8
910 11
12
13
14 15
6
16
17
18
19
20
21

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2.1.2 Ordering structure
This overview does not mark options which are mutually exclusive.
10 Approval
A Non-hazardous area
F Non-hazardous area, WHG
1 ATEX II 1/2G Ex ia IIC T6, IECEx Zone 0/1
2 ATEX II 1/2G Ex ia IIC T6, XA, IECEx Zone 0/1, Note safety instruction (XA) (electrostatic charging)!
3 ATEX II 1/2G Ex em (ia) IIC T6
4 ATEX II 1/2G Ex d (ia) IIC T6, IECEx Zone 0/1
6 ATEX II 1/2G Ex ia IIC T6, WHG, IECEx Zone 0/1
7 ATEX II 1/2G Ex ia IIC T6, WHG, XA, IECEx Zone 0/1, Note safety instruction (XA) (electrostatic charging)!
8 ATEX II 1/2G Ex em (ia) IIC T6, WHG
G ATEX II 3G Ex nA II T6
H ATEX II 1/2G Ex ia IIC T6, ATEX II 3D
S FM IS - Cl.I Div.1 Gr. A-D, zone 0, 1, 2
T FM XP - Cl.I Div.1 Group A-D, zone 1, 2
N CSA General Purpose
U CSA IS - Cl.I Div.1 Group A-D, zone 0, 1, 2
V CSA XP - Cl.I Div.1 Group A-D, zone 1, 2
L TIIS Ex d (ia) IIC T4
M TIIS Ex d (ia) IIC T1
I NEPSI Ex ia IIC T6
J NEPSI Ex d (ia) ia IIC T6
R NEPSI Ex nAL IIC T6
Y Special version, TSP-no. to be spec.
20 Antenna
1 w/o horn, for pipe installation
280mm/3"
3 100mm/4"
4 150mm/6"
5 200mm/8"
6 250mm/10"
Y Special version, TSP-no. to be spec.
30 Antenna Seal; Temperature
V FKM Viton; -40°C…200°C/-40°F…392°F, conductive media max 150°C/302°F
E EPDM; -40°C…150°C/-40°F…302°F
K Kalrez; -20°C…200°C/-4°F…392°F, conductive media max 150°C/302°F
L Graphit; -60°C…280°C/-76°F…536°F
M Graphit; -60°C…400°C/-76°F…752°F
Y Special version, TSP-no. to be spec.
40 Process Connection
CMJ DN80 PN16 B1, 316L flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527 C)
CNJ DN80 PN40 B1, 316L flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527 C)
CQJ DN100 PN16 B1, 316L flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527 C)
CQ5 DN100 PN10/16, AlloyC4 > 316Ti flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527 C)
CRJ DN100 PN40 B1, 316L flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527 C)
CWJ DN150 PN16 B1, 316L flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527 C)
CW5 DN150 PN10/16, AlloyC4 > 316Ti flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527)
CXJ DN200 PN16 B1, 316L flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527 C)
C6J DN250 PN16 B1, 316L flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527 C)
C65 DN200 PN16, AlloyC4 > 316Ti flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527)
UKJ 2" 300lbs RF, 316/316L flange ANSI B16.5
ALJ 3" 150lbs RF, 316/316L flange ANSI B16.5
AMJ 3" 300lbs RF, 316/316L flange ANSI B16.5
APJ 4" 150lbs RF, 316/316L flange ANSI B16.5
AQJ 4" 300lbs RF, 316/316L flange ANSI B16.5
AVJ 6" 150lbs RF, 316/316L flange ANSI B16.5
AV5 6" 150lbs, AlloyC4 > 316Ti flange ANSI B16.5
A3J 8" 150lbs RF, 316/316L flange ANSI B16.5
A35 8" 150lbs, AlloyC4 > 316Ti flange ANSI B16.5
A5J 10" 150lbs RF, 316/316L flange ANSI B16.5
A55 10" 150lbs, AlloyC4 > 316Ti flange ANSI B16.5
KA2 10K 80A RF, 316Ti flange JIS B2220
KH2 10K 100A RF, 316Ti flange JIS B2220

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KV2 10K 150A RF, 316Ti flange JIS B2220
KD2 10K 200A RF, 316Ti flange JIS B2220
K52 10K 250A RF, 316Ti flange JIS B2220
TL2 Tri-Clamp ISO2852 DN70-76.1 (3"), 316Ti
UV6 6" 150lbs FF, AlloyC4, purge flange ANSI B16.5 NUS
YY9 Special version, TSP-no. to be spec.
50 Output; Operation
A 4-20mA SIL HART; 4-line display VU331, envelope curve display on site
B 4-20mA SIL HART; w/o display, via communication
K 4-20mA SIL HART; Prepared for FHX40, remote display (Accessory)
C PROFIBUS PA; 4-line display VU331, envelope curve display on site
D PROFIBUS PA; w/o display, via communication
L PROFIBUS PA; Prepared for FHX40, remote display (Accessory)
E FOUNDATION Fieldbus; 4-line display, envelope curve display on site
F FOUNDATION Fieldbus; w/o display, via communication
M FOUNDATION Fieldbus; Prepared for FHX40, remote display (Accessory)
Y Special version, TSP-no. to be spec.
60 Housing
A F12 Alu, coated IP65 NEMA4X
B F23 316L IP65 NEMA4X
C T12 Alu, coated IP65 NEMA4X, separate conn. compartment
D T12 Alu, coated IP65 NEMA4X+OVP, separate conn. compartment,
OVP=overvoltage protection
Y Special version, TSP-no. to be spec.
70 Cable Entry
2 Gland M20 (EEx d > thread M20)
3ThreadG1/2
4 Thread NPT1/2
5PlugM12
6 Plug 7/8"
9 Special version, TSP-no. to be spec.
80 Additional Option
A Basic version
B EN10204-3.1 material, watted parts (316L wetted parts) inspection certificate
H 5-point linearity protocol, see additional spec.
J 5-point, 3.1, NACE, 5-point linearity protocol, see additional spec., EN10204-3.1
material, NACE MR0175, (316L wetted parts) inspection certificate
N EN10204-3.1, material, NACE MR0175 (316L wetted parts) inspection certificate
S GL/ABS/NK marine certificate
Y Special version, TSP-no. to be spec.
995 Marking
1Tagging(TAG)
2Busadress
FMR230- Complete product designation
40 Process Connection

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2.2 Scope of delivery
"Caution!
It is essential to follow the instructions concerning the unpacking, transport and storage of
measuring instruments given in the chapter "Incoming acceptance, transport, storage", →ä11!
The scope of delivery consists of:
• Assembled instrument
• Accessories (→ä74)
• Endress+Hauser operating instrument on the enclosed CD-ROM
• Brief operating instructions KA01001F/00/EN for quick commissioning
• Brief operating instructions KA00159F/00/A2 (basic setup/troubleshooting), housed in the
instrument
• Approval documentation: if this is not included in the operating manual
• CD-ROM with further documentation, e.g.
– Technical Information
– Operating Instruction
– Description of Instrument Functions
2.3 Certificates and approvals
CE mark, declaration of conformity
The device is designed 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. The device complies with the applicable
standards and regulations as listed in the EC declaration of conformity and thus complies with the
statutory requirements of the EG directives. Endress+Hauser confirms the successful testing of the
device by affixing to it the CE mark.
2.4 Registered trademarks
KALREZ®, VITON®, TEFLON®
Registered trademark of the company, E.I. Du Pont de Nemours & Co., Wilmington, USA
TRI-CLAMP®
Registered trademark of the company, Ladish & Co., Inc., Kenosha, USA
ToF®
Registered trademark of the company Endress+Hauser GmbH+Co. KG, Maulburg, Germany
PulseMaster®
Registered trademark of the company Endress+Hauser GmbH+Co. KG, Maulburg, Germany
PhaseMaster®
Registered trademark of the company Endress+Hauser GmbH+Co. KG, Maulburg, Germany
PROFIBUS®
Registered trademark of the PROFIBUS Trade Organisation, Karlsruhe, Germany

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3Mounting
3.1 Quick installation guide
L00-FMR230xx-17-00-00-en-012
90°
90°
90°
90°
90°
DN150
ANSI 6”
DN50
ANSI 2”
DN50
ANSI 2”
DN200…250
ANSI 8…10”
DN80…150
ANSI 3…6”
DN80…150
ANSI 3…6”
90°
90°
90°
90°
90°
90°
90°
1
1
2
2
#
mark at instrument flange
F12/F23 housing
T12 housing
mark at instrument flange
mark at instrument flange
Turn housing
Observe orientation when installing!
Installation in tank (free space):
Mark on process connector facing the nearest tank wall!
Installation in stilling well:
Mark on process connector pointed towards the slots or vent holes!
Installation in bypass:
Mark on process connector 90° offset from the tank connections!
Thehousing can be turned 350°
in order to simplify access to the
display and theterminal compartment
Allen key
4 mm

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3.2 Incoming acceptance, transport, storage
3.2.1 Incoming acceptance
Check the packing and contents for any signs of damage.
Check the shipment, make sure nothing is missing and that the scope of supply matches your order.
3.2.2 Transport
"Caution!
Follow the safety instructions and transport conditions for instruments of more than
18 kg (39.69 lbs). Do not lift the measuring instrument by its housing in order to transport it.
3.2.3 Storage
Pack the measuring instrument so that is protected against impacts for storage and transport. The
original packing material provides the optimum protection for this.
The permissible storage temperature is -40°Cto+80°C(-40°Fto+176°F)or
-50°Cto+80°C(-58°Fto+176°F).

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3.3 Installation conditions
3.3.1 Dimensions
Housing dimensions
L00-F12xxxx-06-00-00-en-001
L00-T12xxxx-06-00-00-en-001
L00-F23xxxx-06-00-00-en-001
ENDRESS+HAUSER
65 (2.56)78 (3.07)
max. 110 (4.33)
mm (in)
85 (3.35)
150 (5.91)
ø129 (ø5.08)
(Aluminium)
F12 housing
ENDRESS+HAUSER
78 (3.07)
85 (3.35)
65 (2.56)
162 (6.38)
max. 100 (4.33)94 (3.7)
mm (in)
ø129 (ø5.08)
(Aluminium)
T12 housing
max. 94 (3.7)
mm (in)
93 (3.66)
ø129 (ø5.08)
150 (5.91)
40(1.57)
(316L)
F23 housing

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Process connection, type of antenna
L00-FMR230xx-06-00-00-en-005
346
277
114
114
L
L
L
30
LL1
b
b
b
33
b
øDøD
øD
ø45
ø78
øD
ødød
ød
ø130
3"Tri-Clamp
ISO 2852
ød
b[mm]b[mm]
b[mm]
80mm/3”
DN 80 DN 80
3”
20 (24) 18
23.9(28.4)
75
200 (200)185
190.5(209.5)
316L
Alloy4C
L[mm]
d[mm]
D[mm]D[mm]
D[mm]
95
220 (235)210
228.6(254)
20 (24) 18
23.9 (31.8)
100mm/4”
DN 100 DN 100
4”
145
285 280
279.4
22 22
25.4
150mm/6”
DN 150 DN 150
6”
190
340330
342.9
2422
28.4
200mm/8”
DN 200 DN 200
8”
240
405 400
406.4
26 24
30.2
250mm/10”
DN 250 DN 250
10”
86
86
86
ø70ø70
ø60
ø60
68
74
105
119
185
204
268
289
360
379
R
R
R
F12 / T12 / F23 housing
Ext.temperature version
Antenna extension
High temperature version
Standard antenna
Antenna extension:
standard length
L1=100 mm /200 mm /
300 mm /400 mm
Note!
materialproces connection =materialhorn antenna,
resp.wetted parts of the process connection
Antenna size
Horn antenna
Flange
Flange to EN 1092-1 (agreeable to DIN 2527)
Flange
Flange to JIS B2220
Flange
Flange to ANSI B16.5
for PN16(for PN40)
for 150 lbs (for 300 lbs)
for 10K
Group 30 / Code L Group 30 / Code M
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3.3.2 Engineering hints
Orientation
• Recommended distance (1) wall – outer
edge of nozzle: ~1/6 of tank diameter.
Nevertheless the device should not be
installed closer than 30 cm (11.8 in) to the
tanwall.
• Not in the centre (3), interference can cause
signal loss.
• Not above the fill stream (4).
• It is recommended to use a weather
protection cover (2) in order to protect the
transmitter from direct sun or rain. Assembly
and disassembly is simply done by means of a
tension clamp (→ä74, "Accessories").
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Tank installations
• Avoid any installations (1), like limit switches,
temperature sensors, etc., inside the signal
beam (→ä15, "Beam angle").
• Symmetrical installations (2), i.e. vacuum
rings, heating coils, baffles, etc., can also
interfere with the measurement.
Optimization options
• Antenna size: the bigger the antenna, the
smaller the beam angle, the less interference
echoes.
• Mapping: the measurement can be optimized
by means of electronic suppression of
interference echoes.
• Antenna alignment: refer to "optimum
mounting position", →ä18.
• Stilling well: a stilling well can always be used
to avoid interference.
• Metallic screens (3) mounted at a slope spread
the radar signals and can, therefore, reduce
interference echoes.
Please contact Endress+Hauser for further
information.
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3
2

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Measurement in a plastic tank
If the outer wall of the tank is made of a non-conductive material (e.g. GRP), microwaves can also
be reflected off interfering installations outside the signal beam (e.g. metallic pipes (1), ladders (2),
grates (3), …). Therefore, there should be no such interfering installations in the signal beam.
Please contact Endress+Hauser for further information.
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Beam angle
The beam angle is defined as the angle αwhere the energy density of the radar waves reaches half
the value of the maximum energy density (3dB-width). Microwaves are also emitted outside the
signal beam and can be reflected off interfering installations. Beam diameter Was function of
antenna type (beam angle α) and measuring distance D:
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Antenna size
(horn diameter) 150 mm (6") 200 mm (8") 250 mm (10")
Beam angle α23° 19° 15°
Measuring
distance (D)
Beam diameter (W)
150 mm (6") 200 mm (8") 250 mm (10")
3 m (9.8 ft) 1,22 m (4 ft) 1 m (3.3 ft) 0,79 m (2.6 ft)
6 m (20 ft) 2,44 m (8 ft) 2,01 m (6.6 ft) 1,58 m (5.2 ft)
9 m (30 ft) 3,66 m (12 ft) 3,01 m (9.9 ft) 2,37 m (7.8 ft)
12 m (39 ft) 4,88 m (16 ft) 4,02 m (13 ft) 3,16 m (10 ft)
15 m (49 ft) 6,10 m (20 ft) 5,02 m (16 ft) 3,95 m (13 ft)
20 m (66 ft) 8,14 m (27 ft) 6,69 m (22 ft) 5,27 m (17 ft)
VH
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VH
00
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Measuring conditions
!Note!
• In case of boiling surfaces, bubbling or tendency for foaming, use FMR230 or FMR231.
Depending on its consistence, foam can either absorb microwaves or reflect them off the foam
surface. Measurement is possible under certain conditions.
• In case of heavy steam development or condensate the max. measuring range of FMR240 may
decrease depending on density, temperature and composition of the steam →use FMR230 or
FMR231.
• For the measurement of absorbing gases such as ammonia NH3or some fluorocarbons 1),
please use FMR230 in a stilling well.
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• The measuring range begins, where the beam hits the tank bottom. Particularly with dish bottoms
or conical outlets the level cannot be detected below this point.
• In case of media with a low dielectric constant (groups A and B), the tank bottom can be visible
through the medium at low levels (low height C). Reduced accuracy has to be expected in this
range. If this is not acceptable, we recommend positioning the zero point at a distance C(see Fig.)
above the tank bottom in these applications.
• In principle it is possible to measure up to the tip of the antenna with FMR230/231/240.
However, due to considerations regarding corrosion and build-up, the end of the measuring range
should not be chosen any closer than A(see Fig.) to the tip of the antenna.
For FMR244/245, the end of measuring range should not be chosen closer than A(see Fig.) to
the tip of the antenna, especially if there is development of condensate.
• The smallest possible measuring range Bdepends on the antenna version (see Fig.).
• The tank diameter should be greater than D(see Fig.), the tank height at least H(see Fig.).
1) Affected compounds are e.g. R134a, R227, Dymel 152a.
100%
0%
B
A
C
H
øD
A [mm (in)] B [m (ft)] C [mm (in)] D [m (ft)] H [m (ft)]
50 (1.97) > 0,5 (> 1.6) 150 to 300 (5.91 to 11.8) > 1 (> 3.3) > 1,5 (> 4.9)

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Measuring range
The usable measuring range depends on the size of the antenna, the reflectivity of the medium, the
mounting location and eventual interference reflections.
The maximum configurable range is:
•20m(66ft)
The following tables describe the groups of media as well as the achievable measuring range as a
function of application and media group. If the dielectric constant of a medium is unknown, it is
recommended to assume media group B to ensure a reliable measurement.
Measuring range depending on vessel type, conditions and product
Media group DC (εr) Examples
A1,4 to 1,9 non-conducting liquids, e.g. liquefied gas1)
1) Treat Ammonia NH3as a medium of group A, i.e. use FMR230 in a stilling well.
B1,9 to 4 non-conducting liquids, e.g. benzene, oil, toluene, …
C4 to 10 e.g. concentrated acids, organic solvents, esters, aniline, alcohol, acetone, …
D> 10 conducting liquids, e.g. aqueous solutions, dilute acids and alkalis
Storage tank 1) Buffer tank 1) Process tank with agitator 1) Stilling well Bypass
Calm product surface
(e.g. intermittent filling, filling from
bottom, immersion tubes).
Moving surfaces (e.g. continuous
filling, from above, mixing jets).
Turbulent surface.
Single stage agitator < 60 U/min.
150 mm (6") 200 mm (8"),
250 mm (10") 150 mm (6") 200 mm (8"),
250 mm (10") 150 mm (6") 200 mm (8"),
250 mm (10")
80 to 250 mm
(3 to 10")
80. to 50 mm
(3...10") 2)
Measuring range [m (ft)]
1) For media group A to use a stilling well (20 m (66 ft)).
2) For media group A and B possible, i.e. with stilling well in bypass.
BB
10
(33)
20
(66)
15
(49)
CCDDBB
20
(66)
20
(66
)
15
(49)
CCDDBB
10
(33)
7.5
(25)
5
(16)
CCDDBB
12.5
(41)
7.5
(25)
10
(33)
CCDDBB
8
(26)
4
(13)6
(20)
CCDDBB
10
(33)
6
(20)8
(26)
CCDD
20
(66)
A, B, C, D
20
(66)
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3.4 Installation instructions
3.4.1 Mounting kit
In addition to the tool needed for flange mounting, you will require the following tool:
• 4 mm (0.16 in) Allen wrench for turning the housing or mounting an FAR10 antenna extension.
3.4.2 Installation in tank (free space)
Optimum mounting position
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Standard installation
When mounting in a tank, please observe
engineering hints (→ä14) and the following
points:
• Marker is aligned towards tank wall.
• The marker is always exactly in the middle
between two bolt-holes in the flange.
• After mounting, the housing can be turned
350° in order to simplify access to the display
and the terminal compartment.
• The horn antenna must extend below the
nozzle, otherwise use antenna extension
FAR10.
• The antenna must be aligned vertically.
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H
øD
nozzle
Antenna size 150 mm (6") 200 mm (8") 250 mm (10")
D [mm (in)] 146 (5.75) 191 (7.52) 241 (9.49)
H [mm (in)] < 205 (< 8.07) < 290 (< 11.4) < 380 (< 15)

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Antenna extension FAR10
When mounting an antenna extension, please
note the following points:
• The antenna extension has to be selected such
that the horn extends below the nozzle.
• If the horn diameter is greater than the
nominal width of the nozzle, the antenna
including the extension is mounted from
inside the vessel. The bolts are tightened from
outside, with the instrument lifted up. The
extension has to be selected such that the
instrument can be lifted by at least 100 mm
(3.94 in).
• Recommended torque:
10 Nm (7.37 lbf ft).
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≥
≥
100 mm
(3.94 in)
The horn fits the nozzle
If the horn fits the nozzle, proceed as follows:
• Screw the extension tube and horn together (1).
• Insert the fixing screws of the extension two to
three turns into the process connection.
• Invert the extension flange using the fixing
screws and then turn it clockwise(2).
• Tighten up the fixing screws.
• Tighten up the flange.
The horn is bigger than the nozzle diameter
If the horn is bigger than the nozzle diameter,
proceed as follows:
• Screw the extension tube and horn together (1).
• Insert the fixing screws of the extension two to
three turns into the process connection.
• Position the Micropilot on the nozzle.
• Invert the extension flange via the fixing screws
from inside the vessel and then turn it clockwise
(2). The extension hangs loosely from the
process connection.
• Lift the Micropilot and tighten up the fixing
screws with a 4 mm (0.16 in) Allen wrench (3).
• Fix the Micropilot onto the nozzle.
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2
3
Horn
Fixing screw
Extension
Allen key
4 mm (0.16 in
Extension
Allen key
4 mm (0.16 in)

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Special extensions
• If the antenna has to be mounted on a sloping
or vertical vessel wall, an extension with a 45°
respectively 90° bend is available.
• The smallest possible radius R for the bend is
300 mm (11.8 in).
Please contact Endress+Hauser for further
information.
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R
R
FMR230
Measurement from the outside through
plastic walls
At measuring from the outside trough plastic
walls, please note the following points:
• Medium with dielectric constant εr > 10.
• Maximum level 15 cm (5.91 in) below tank
ceiling.
• Distance H greater than 100 mm (3.94 in).
• Preferred mounting by means of stand-offs for
adjustment of the ideal distance H.
• If possible, avoid mounting location where
condensation or build-up might occur. In
case of outdoor mounting, the space between
antenna and vessel has to be protected from
the elements.
• Optimum angle βbetween 15° to 20°
• Select vessel construction material with low
dielectric constant and corresponding
thickness. No conductive (black) plastics
(refer to table).
• If possible, use an antenna DN250 (10").
• Do not mount any potential reflectors (i.e.
pipes) outside the tank in the signal beam.
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b
H
15 cm
(5.91 in)
FMR230
bolt
condensation
and build-up
attenuate
themeasuring
signal
Penetrated material PE PTFE PP Perspex
DC / εr 2.3 2.1 2.3 3.1
Optimum thickness [mm (in)]1)
1) Other possible values for the thickness are multiples of the values listed (i.e. PE: 31.4 mm (1.24 in),
47.1 mm (1.85 in), …)
15.7 (0.62) 16.4 (0.65) 15.7 (0.62) 13.5 (0.53)