FlowLine DataView LI55 User manual

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LI55 Series Quick Start
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DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.
Flowline makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents
hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose.
Warning
This product is not recommended for life support applications or
applications where malfunctioning could result in personal injury
or property loss. Anyone using this product for such applications
does so at his/her own risk. Flowline, Inc. shall not be held liable
for damages resulting from such improper use.
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CAUTION: Please read complete
instructions prior to installation and
operation of the controller.
WARNING: Risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
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WELCOME TO THE DATAVIEW™ QUICK START
The DataView™ Quick Start provides basic setup and use instructions for getting
the LI55 up and running quickly. If you have a non-standard installation or setup
requirement that is not addressed here, please refer to the DataView™ manual or
support documentation at flowline.com.

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WE DO YOUR LEVEL BEST™
Thank you for purchasing Dataview™ which is offered in twelve models. The AC
or DC powered general purpose level controller displays level in engineering units
with one 4-20 mA input, and is available with optional 2 or 4 relays, and an
isolated 4-20 mA repeater. Note: Verify the part number of your controller and
follow the instructions accordingly.
Models
85-265 VAC
Part Number
12/24 VDC
Part Number
Options
Installed
Replacement
Part Number•
LI55-1001
LI55-8001
No options
N/A
LI55-1201
LI55-8201
2 relays
LI56-1201
LI55-1011
LI55-8011
4-20 mA repeater
LI56-1011
LI55-1401
LI55-8401
4 relays
LI56-1401
LI55-1211
LI55-8211
2 relays & 4-20 mA repeater
LI56-1211
LI55-1411
LI55-8411
4 relays & 4-20 mA repeater
LI56-1411
* Part number for replacement / expansion cards.
Accessories
Part Number
Description
LI56-1400
4 SPST (Form A) relays
LI56-1000
Controller copy cable
LM91-1002
Single indicator NEMA enclosure
LM91-2002
Two indicator NEMA enclosure

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UNPACKING DATAVIEW™
When unpacking DataView™, inspect for any damage that may have occurred
during shipment. Report any damage, missing parts or malfunctions to your
distributor. Installation is normally done without opening the enclosure that’s
only required when changing the input from current to voltage.
MOUNTING DATAVIEW™
DataView™ is designed for panel installations, located within an instrument panel
or NEMA box enclosure. Follow the below steps to mount the controller.
1. To maintain the NEMA rating, select a panel with a thickness of 0.06”-
0.25” (1.5mm-6.4mm). The minimum thickness for steel panel is 0.06”
(1.5mm) or a plastic panel is 0.16” (4.1mm).
2. Prepare a standard 1/8” DIN cutout of 3.622” (92mm) W x 1.772”
(45mm) H in the panel at the desired mounting location with a minimum
of 6.0” (152mm) of clearance behind the panel for wiring.
3. Remove the two mounting brackets from the controller. To do so, back
off the mounting screws so they protrude ¼” (6.4mm) or less through
the bracket. Then, slide each bracket toward the front of the case and
remove them.
4. From the front side of the panel, insert the controller through the panel
cutout.
5. From the rear side of the panel, reinstall the two mounting brackets on
the controller and tighten the screws against the panel. Note: For a
proper seal, tighten the two mounting screws evenly against the panel
until they are snug. Be careful to not over tighten the brackets.

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12 OR 24 VDC SUPPLY VOLTAGE
If you purchased a 12/24 VDC model controller, it was configured for 24 VDC
supply as the factory default. Note: Do not exceed the controller supply voltage
rating. If you wish to reconfigure the controller for 12 VDC supply, follow the
below steps.
1. Remove all connectors.
2. Unscrew the back cover.
3. Slide the back cover about 1 inch to expose the board.
4. Configure the J9 jumper, located behind the power connector for the
desired voltage as shown below.
J9 Configuration
Note: Flowline transmitters require 24 VDC.

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TRANSMITTER SUPPLY VOLTAGE (P+, P-)
DataView™ is factory configured to provide 24 VDC power to the sensor. If your
sensor requires 5 or 10 VDC excitation, follow the below steps to reconfigure the
J4 internal jumper accordingly.
1. Remove all connectors.
2. Unscrew the back cover.
3. Slide the back cover about 1 inch to expose the board.
4. Configure the J4 jumper, located behind the input signal connector for the
desired voltage as shown below.
Note: Flowline transmitters require 24 VDC.

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WIRING DATAVIEW™
All wiring connections are made by attaching wires onto removable screw
terminal connectors located at the rear of DataView™. Note: Copper wire with
60°C or 60/75°C insulation should be used for all line voltage connections, while
observing all safety regulations. Electrical wiring should be performed in
accordance with all applicable national, state, and local codes to prevent
damage to the controller and ensure personnel safety.
The connector label shows the function of each of the connections, such as
POWER, RELAY and SIGNAL. The RJ-45 M-LINK connection is intended for
Flowline expansion modules, cables and meters only. Any other use of the RJ-45
connection may damage DataView™ and connected equipment. The different
types of connections are explained on the following pages.

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Power Connection
The power source is connected to DataView™ through the two-terminal
connector labeled POWER. DataView™ will operate regardless of the polarity
connection. The + and - symbols are only a suggested wiring convention.
Signal Connections
The sensor is connected to DataView™ through the six-terminal connector
labeled SIGNAL. The COM (common) terminal is the return for the 4-20 mA and
the ±10V input signals. Note: Most Flowline level sensors require 2 or 3-wire, 4-
20 mA signal connections.
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Refer to the part number on the product label and
confirm the power requirements for your model.
● LI55-1_ _1 operates on 95 to 265 VAC, 50-60 Hz.
● LI55-8_ _1 operates on 12 to 24 VDC.

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Current Input Connection
Below are examples of typical wiring connections for current sensor inputs. There
are no switches or jumpers to set for current inputs. Note: The input is protected
against overload by a resettable fuse. The display may or may not show a fault
condition depending on the nature of the overload. The fuse limits the current
to a safe level when it detects a fault condition, and automatically resets itself
when the fault condition is removed.
INPUT SIGNAL
INPUT SIGNAL
2-Wire
Sensor Connection
3-Wire
Sensor Connection
INPUT SIGNAL
INPUT SIGNAL
Externally-Powered
2-Wire Sensor Connection
Self-Powered
2-Wire Sensor Connection

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Voltage Input Connection
Below are examples of typical wiring connections for voltage sensor inputs.
Note: See the Transmitter Supply Voltage section for optional jumper settings
associated with voltage inputs. The input is protected against overload by a
resettable fuse. The display may or may not show a fault condition depending
on the nature of the overload. The fuse limits the voltage to a safe level when it
detects a fault condition, and automatically resets itself when the fault
condition is removed.
INPUT SIGNAL
INPUT SIGNAL
Relay Connection
Relay connections are made through two six-terminal connectors labeled
RELAY1-RELAY4. Each relay "C" terminal is common only to the normally
open ("NO") and normally closed ("NC") contacts of the corresponding relay.
Note: The relay "C" terminals should not be confused with the COM
(common) terminal of the INPUT SIGNAL connector.

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Switching Inductive Loads
When switching inductive loads, suppressors or snubbers should always be
employed as they prevent microprocessor disruption and prolong the life of the
relay contacts. Suppression can be obtained with resistor-capacitor (RC)
networks assembled by the user or purchased as complete assemblies. This
section is provided to assist you with suppressor assembly and installation.
Choose R and C as follows:
R: 0.5 to 1 Ωfor each volt across the contacts
C: 0.5 to 1 µF for each amp through closedcontacts
When using suppressors:
1. Use capacitors rated for 250 VAC.
2. Confirm proper relay operation. RC networks may affect load release
time of solenoid loads.
3. Install the RC network on the DataView's relay screw terminals. An
RC network may also be installed across the load.
4. Use a diode with a reverse breakdown voltage that's 2-3 times the circuit
voltage and forward current at least as large as the load current.
Note: Relays are de-rated to 1/14th HP (50 watts) with an inductive load.
C
R
C
R

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Repeater Output Connections
The repeater may be used to output the 4-20 mA sensor signal to other devices
through the connector terminals labeled MA OUT. The 4-20 mA output may be
powered internally or from an external power supply.
Internal Power - DataView™ has an internal 24 VDC (40mA) power supply that
can be used to power the repeater loop per the below illustration on the left.
This circuit provides the excited 4-20 mA signal from the controller to any
device that accepts a 4-20 mA signal.
External Power - This circuit requires a separate VDC power supply to power
the repeater loop per the below illustration on the right. This circuit provides a
passive 4-20 mA signal from the controller to any device that accepts a 4-20
mA signal. Note: You will not receive a 4-20 mA signal until the external power
supply is added to the loop.
Internal Power
External Power
Analog Output / Transmitter Power Supply
The internal 24 VDC power supply powering the analog output may be used to
power other devices, if the analog output is not available. The "I+" terminal is
the +24 V and the "R" terminal is the return. This power supply is capable of
sourcing up to 40mA.

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USING DATAVIEW™
DataView™ is factory calibrated to read 4-20 mA input signals. The calibration is
certified to NIST standards.
Overview
All setup and configuration functions are performed through the front panel
interface. After the power and input signal connections have been completed
and verified, apply power to the controller.
The top line displays the level or volume in the tank. The bottom line displays the
units for the level or volume in the tank.
DataView™ has 7 preset units [Gallons (GAL), Liters (LitEr), Inches (IncH),
Feet (FEEt), Centimeters (crn), Meters (rnEtEr) and Percent (PErcnt)] and a
custom function [Custom (CuSt)] to configure other units up to 6
alphanumeric characters.
DataView™ uses a graphic system to create characters. While the letters
"m" and "w" are not included, they can be created by combining characters.
DataView™ has 1-8 alarm indicators.Indicators 1-4 are enabled by default.
When a relay expansion card (LI56-1400) is installed, indicators 5-8 become
available.

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Push Buttons
DataView™ has four buttons on the right side of the front panel. These are
the buttons you will use to set up and configure the controller.
Menu
Used to enter or exit the configuration mode, view settings or
access advanced features.
Right
Used to move to the next digit during digit or decimal point
configuration; or to reset the max/min readings or other
parameter/function assigned through the User menu.
Up
Used to scroll through the menus, decimal point or to change the
value of a digit; or to display the max/min readings or other
parameter/function assigned through the User menu.
Enter
Used to access a menu or accept a setting (changes are only
saved after this is pressed); or to acknowledge relays or other
parameters/function assigned through the User menu.

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CONFIGURING DATAVIEW™
Follow the below six steps to configure DataView™ for your application. Note:
Not all models and configurations will require six steps.
1. Set Units of Operation (UnItS)
a. This configures the units of operation and is the value that will appear on
the display.
2. Set Decimal Point (dEc Pt)
a. This configures the location of the decimal point. For example, you can
configure the display to read to the 1/10th position, 1/100th position or
1/1000th position.
3. Set SCALE (SCALE)
a. This configures the tank full and empty scale for the controller. For
example, 20 mA is typically a full tank and 4 mA is typically an empty
tank.
4. Set Relays (rELAY)
a. This configures the relay functions and set points where theywill
energize and de-energize. Note: This function is only applicable to
models with relays.
5. Set Analog Output (Aout)
a. This configures the repeater analog output. Note: This function is only
applicable to models with repeaters.
6. Set Password (Pass 1)
a. This configures a protective password to secure the controller
setting.

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Entering the Main Menu
The Main Menu contains the most commonly used functions including Units
(unitS), Decimal Point (dEc Pt), Scale (SCALE), Relay (rELAY), Analog Output
(Aout) and Password (PASS 1). To enter and navigate the Main Menu, follow
the below steps.
1. Press Menu to enter the Main Menu and press Up to scroll through the Main
Menu.
2. To save a changed setting, Press Enter. The display will move to the next
menu item, each time Enter is pressed.
3. To exit and return to the Run Mode, Press Menu anytime. Changes made to
prior to pressing Enter are notsaved.

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Set Units of Operation (unitS)
DataView™ can display level in distance (InCHES, crn, FEEt, rnEtEr),
volume (GAL, LItErS) or custom engineering units. Determine the units of
operation that you wish to use, and remember that the units chosen will not
only represent the displayed values, but also the settings for the relays and
repeater output. To set the Units of Operation, follow the below steps.
1. Press MENU to enter the Main Menu and Units (unitS) will be the first available
menu option.
2. Press ENTER and the current Units setting will appear.
3. Press Up to scroll through the options for Units. Choices include Gallons (GAL),
Liters (LitEr), Inches (IncH), Feet (FEEt), Centimeters (crn), Meters (rnEtEr),
Percent (PErcnt) and Custom(CuSt).
4. When the correct, press ENTER tosave this setting and continue to the next
function, or press MENU to exit.
5. If you selected Custom (CuSt) Units, press UP and RIGHT to change the 6
display segments to the desired alphanumericcharacters. When correct, press
ENTER to save this setting and continue to the next function.

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Set Decimal Point (dEc Pt)
The decimal point can be set to as many as five decimal places. Use the
decimal point feature to position the decimal point for all displayed values.
Placement of the decimal point will influence the displays resolution. Select
the best practical scale for indicating level in your application. For example,
setting a scale of 0 to 100% can be shown four different ways. To Set the
Decimal Point, follow the below steps.
Example #1
0% to 100%
Reads to the ones place with basic resolution
Example #2
0.0% to 100.0%
Reads to the 1/10's place with additional
resolution
Example #3
0.00% to 100.00%
Reads to the 1/100's place with higher
resolution (but may not be practical)
Example #4
0.000% to 100.000%
Reads to the 1/1000's place with highest
resolution (but probably not practical)
1. Press MENU to enter the Main Menu and Units (unitS) will be the first available
menu option.
2. Press Up to scroll through the menu options until you reach Decimal Point (dEc Pt).
3. Press ENTER and the current Decimal Point setting will appear.
4. Press Right to move the decimal point on the screen from left toright.
5. When correct, press ENTER to save this setting and continue to the next
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Set SCALE (SCALE)
DataView™ displays information about tank
contents in engineering units. The controller
uses a two point linearization based upon the
Empty and Full settings. Note: Although a
signal source is not needed to scale
DataView™, you must configure the sensor
connected to the controller to reflect a 4-20
mA current span between tank empty (4 mA)
and full (20 mA). Enter the value you wish the
4 mA signal to reflect when empty (ErnPtY)
and the value you wish the 20 mA signal to
reflect when full (FuLL) with the below steps.
1. Press MENU to enter the Main Menu and Units (unitS) will be the first available
menu option.
2. Press Up to scroll through the menu options until you reach Scale (SCALE).
3. Press ENTER and Empty (ErnPtY) will appear.
4. Press ENTER to view the existing Empty (ErnPtY) setting. Press Right to move the
highlighted digit to the right and Up to increase the setting’s value (that's typically
set at 4 mA for an empty tank).
5. Press ENTER to the save this setting and Full (FuLL) will appear.
6. Press ENTER to view the existing Full (FuLL) value. Press Right to move the
highlighted digit to the right and Up to increase the setting’s value (that's typically
set at 20 mA for a full tank).
7. Press ENTER to save this setting and continue to the next function.

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Set SCALE (SCALE)