FlowLine EchoPod DL34 Series User manual

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DL34-00 Shown
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DL34 Series Quick Start
EchoPod
®
Ultrasonic Liquid Level Switch, Controller & Transmitter

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WELCOME TO THE ECHOPOD
®
DL34 SERIES QUICK START
The EchoPod
®
Quick Start provides basic mounting, setup and use instructions for getting the EchoPod
®
up and running quickly. If you have a non-standard installation or setup requirement that is not addressed
here, please refer to the EchoPod
®
Manual or other support documentation located at flowline.com.
WE DO YOUR LEVEL BEST
Thank you for purchasing EchoPod
®
. The sensor provides level measurement, switching and/or control for
your tank application. This Quick Start includes everything you’ll need to get the sensor up and running.
COMPONENTS
Depending on the sensor part number/configuration that was shipped, EchoPod
®
comes with a 4’ (1.2m) cable,
Viton
®
gasket for installation and the Quick Start. Some models have the USB
®
Key Fob (LI99-2001) included
with the EchoPod
®
and other’s do not. Fob’s can be purchased separately. A LI99-2001 Fob is required to
interface to WebCal® and configure the sensor.
EchoPod
®
DL34
Viton
®
gasket (2”)
P/N: 200129
USB
®
Key Fob
P/N: LI99-1001

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CONFIGURING ECHOPOD
®
EchoPod
®
is configured through WebCal
®
, a PC software program. Configuration of your sensor should be
performed prior to mounting, since it requires connection to your PC.
STEP 1: DOWNLOAD AND INSTALL WEBCAL
®
Download WebCal® software from www.flowline.com/webcal-software onto a PC with the following minimum
specifications:
Windows
®
XP/Vista/7/8/10, 10 MB storage space, 256 MB RAM, 1 USB
®
2.0 port
Double-click the WebCal® icon to install before proceeding to Step 2. You must have an active Internet
connection to install WebCal®, as it will automatically install any required drivers.
STEP 2: CONNECT THE USB
®
FOB
NOTE: Do not connect the Fob until after you’ve installed WebCal
®
.
The sensor communicates to WebCal
®
through the USB
®
Fob. Prior to plugging the Fob into your computers
USB
®
port, ensure that all external power is disconnected from EchoPod
®
. The maximum distance between
the computer and EchoPod
®
is 15’.
1. Connect the red, green, white, and black
wires from the EchoPod
®
to the
corresponding colored terminals on the
Fob.
2. Tighten the terminal screws with a slotted
screwdriver.
3. Plug the Fob into your PC’s USB
®
port.
Wiring identical for all series – Use only the Red,
Black, Green and White wires.
Note: EchoPod
®
ships with the LI99-2001 Fob (white in color). The LI99-1001 Fob (black in color) can
be used with EchoPod
®
( DL34 series only) to configure the sensor with WebCal
®
.

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With EchoPod
®
connected to your computer, open the WebCal
®
* software by clicking on the WebCal
®
icon.
Follow steps 1-4 to configure the transmitter. Click “Help” in the lower right hand corner and open the help
menu of WebCal
®
for instructions on WebCal
®
. If you need additional assistance using WebCal
®
, please
contact a Flowline applications engineer at [phone]. *For complete information on the WebCal
®
software, please refer to the WebCal
®
manual located at flowline.com/webcal-software.
CONFIGURING ECHOPOD
®
WITH WEBCAL
®
1. Output Configuration
a. Configures the relays in terms of pump/valve operations as well as high or low alarms.
b. Sets fail-safe for the relays and the sensor’s output (current, voltage or frequency).
2. Tank Shape Selection
a. Defines the shape of the tank as well as the dimensional information for the tank with
respect to the sensor’s location on the tank.
3. Tank Level Configuration
a. Enters the settings for the relay activation points as well as confirms the operational
range.
4. Write to Unit
a. Uploads the configuration into the sensor.
b. Provides a custom wiring diagram specific to the signal output and/or relay configuration.
OUTPUT CONFIGURATION
Configures the relays in terms of pump/valve operations and level alarms as well as the setting fail-safe for
relays and signal output.

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TANK SHAPE SELECTION
Defines the shape of the tank as well as the dimensional information for the tank with respect to the sensor’s
location on the tank.
TANK LEVEL CONFIGURATION
Enters the settings for the relay activation points as well as confirms the operational range.

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WRITE TO UNIT
This WebCal
®
* operation uploads the configuration into the sensor, provides a custom wiring diagram specific
to the signal output and/or relay configuration, and saves the configuration file to your hard drive.
* For complete information on the WebCal
®
software, please refer to the WebCal
®
manual located at
flowline.com/webcal-software.
Before configuration can be completed:
 You must click the Write to Unit button to save the settings to the unit.
 Then, click Wiring Diagram for a hard copy of the sensor’s settings.
 Finally, enter the file name under which you wish to save the configuration file and click Save Config
File.
Configuration is now complete.
Disconnect the USB
®
Fob before continuing to the next step: Mounting the EchoPod
®
.

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The advanced features settings are designed to help solve performance or operational issues for specific
applications. Changing these setting will alter the factory default performance or operation, of your sensor.
Please read through this HELP file to assist you in making adjustments or if you are still unclear about a
specific issue, please contact FLOWLINE applications engineering.
The more commonly used Advanced features are the
Invert Relay and Increase Output Filtering described
below.
 Increase Output Filtering: Placing a check mark
in the box will additional filtering to the 4-20 mA
output.
 Decrease Output Filtering: Placing a check mark
in the box will remove all output filtering on the 4-20
mA output.
 Invert Relays: Placing a check mark in any of the
four boxes will invert the relay state from normally
open to normally closed.
 Do not Invert Failsafe: Placing a check mark in
the box will not invert the fail-safe when a relay is
inverted.
Advanced Settings

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MOUNTING ECHOPOD
®
The sensor should always be mounted perpendicular to the liquid surface using the provided Viton
®
mounting
gasket. Make sure that there are no restrictions or obstacles in the path of the acoustic signal. For further
mounting information, please refer to the EchoPod
®
manual and instruction video located at flowline.com.
Mounting with a Tank Adapter
Select a tank adapter fitting, such as the LM52-2890.
Mounting in Riser
As installations with tall, narrow risers can impede the
acoustic signal. 2" diameter risers should be no taller than 4".
Larger diameter risers should be no taller than 12".
Mounting in Side Mount Bracket
Use Flowline's LM50-1001 side mount bracket.
LM50-1001 Shown
Note: The Side Mount Bracket (LM50 series) is not designed for use with stand pipes or as a method to
secure stand pipes. There are too few threads to properly hold the sensor and the stand pipe.

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IMPORTANT MOUNTING GUIDELINES
1. Never mount the sensor at an angle.
2. Liquid should never enter the dead band.
3. Mount sensor at least 3” from the side wall.
4. Never mount the sensor in a vacuum.
5. Do not obstruct the sensor’s beam width.
MOUNTING IN STAND-PIPE
A stand-pipe may be used to dampen turbulence, separate surface foam from the point of measurement or
increase performance in heavy vapor. When mounting the sensor in a stand-pipe, the minimum diameter of
the pipe is 3”. Larger diameter pipes can be used. The pipe should be attached with a coupling and reducer
bushing. The pipe length should run the measurement span and the bottom of the pipe should remain
submerged at all times to prevent foam from entering the pipe. Cut the bottom end of the pipe at 45° and drill
a 1/4”pressure equalization hole high in the sensor’s dead band. Locate the stand-pipe away from pump
outlets and/or other sources of substantial turbulence which might cause the liquid in the pipe to oscillate.

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WIRING ECHOPOD
®
After mounting the sensor, make the necessary electrical connections. A wiring diagram with specific
recommendations for the sensor’s configuration can be printed from the WebCal
®
program. A typical wiring
diagram is shown on the next page.
Red & Black: Red (Power) and Black (Return) leads are for connection to a 24 VDC power supply or to a 4-
20 mA loop power source. The Red and Black wires can be extended up to 1,000 feet using a 22-gauge or
larger wire; however do not extend the green and white wires beyond 15’.
White & Green: White (TX) and Green (RX) leads are reserved for use with WebCal
®
and PodView
®
communication and should not be connected during usage in the application. These wires should not be
connected to WebCal
®
while power is supplied from any source other than the LI99 series Fob. The maximum
cable distance between the computer and EchoPod
®
is 15’. Note: Never allow the white or green wires to
touch any power supply.
Blue, Orange, Yellow & Purple: Blue (Rly1), Orange (Rly2), Yellow (Rly3) & Purple (Rly) wires are the relay
contacts (normally open) from each of the relays respectively.
Brown: The Brown wire (RLY Common) is the common for all the relays. Relay selection is determined by
the configuration in WebCal
®
.
Note: EchoPod
®
uses latching relays. When power is removed to the sensor, the relays will remain in
their last state. For example, if the relay is energized when power is removed, the relay will
remain in the energized state.

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WIRING ECHOPOD
®
Typical wiring diagram (DS14) shown.
Diagrams will change based upon your exact sensor series and configuration. Print and use the appropriate
wiring diagram in WebCal
®
.
GENERAL NOTES FOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS, USAGE AND SAFETY:
 Where personal safety or significant property damage can occur due to a spill, the installation must
have a redundant backup safety system.
 Wiring should always be completed by a licensed electrician.
 Supply voltage should never exceed 28 VDC.
 Do not exceed 28 VDC power on the relays within EchoPod
®
.
 Always use stepper relays between the sensor and external loads. For DC circuits use a catch diode
such as 1N4148 shown above.
 Protect the sensor from excessive electrical spikes by isolating the power, whenever possible.
 The sensor materials must be chemically compatible with the liquids to be measured.
 Design a fail-safe system for possible sensor and/or power failure.
 Never use the sensor in environments classified as hazardous.
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WARRANTY
Flowline warrants to the original purchaser of its products that such products will be free from defects in
material and workmanship under normal use and service in accordance with instructions furnished by Flowline
for a period of two years from the date of manufacture of such products. Flowline's obligation under this
warranty is solely and exclusively limited to the repair or replacement, at Flowline's option, of the products or
components, which Flowline's examination determines to its satisfaction to be defective in material or
workmanship within the warranty period. Flowline must be notified pursuant to the instructions below of any
claim under this warranty within thirty (30) days of any claimed lack of conformity of the product. Any product
repaired under this warranty will be warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty period. Any
product provided as a replacement under this warranty will be warranted for the full two years from the date of
manufacture.
RETURNS
Products cannot be returned to Flowline without Flowline's prior authorization. To return a product that is
thought to be defective, go to flowline.com, and submit a customer return (MRA) request form and follow the
instructions therein. All warranty and non-warranty product returns to Flowline must be shipped prepaid and
insured. Flowline will not be responsible for any products lost or damaged in shipment.
LIMITATIONS
This warranty does not apply to products which: 1) are beyond the warranty period or are products for which
the original purchaser does not follow the warranty procedures outlined above; 2) have been subjected to
electrical, mechanical or chemical damage due to improper, accidental or negligent use; 3) have been modified
or altered; 4) anyone other than service personnel authorized by Flowline have attempted to repair; 5) have
been involved in accidents or natural disasters; or 6) are damaged during return shipment to Flowline. Flowline
reserves the right to unilaterally waive this warranty and dispose of any product returned to Flowline where: 1)
there is evidence of a potentially hazardous material present with the product; or 2) the product has remained
unclaimed at Flowline for more than 30 days after Flowline has dutifully requested disposition. This warranty
contains the sole express warranty made by Flowline in connection with its products. ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. The remedies of repair or
replacement as stated above are the exclusive remedies for the breach of this warranty. IN NO EVENT SHALL
FLOWLINE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND
INCLUDING PERSONAL OR REAL PROPERTY OR FOR INJURY TO ANY PERSON. THIS WARRANTY
CONSTITUTES THE FINAL, COMPLETE AND EXCLUSIVE STATEMENT OF WARRANTY TERMS AND NO
PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS ON BEHALF
OF FLOWLINE. This warranty will be interpreted pursuant to the laws of the State of California. If any portion
of this warranty is held to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason, such finding will not invalidate any other
provision of this warranty.
For complete product documentation, video training, and technical support, go to flowline.com.
For phone support, call 562-598-3015 from 8am to 5pm PST, Mon - Fri.
(Please make sure you have the Part and Serial number available.)