GE Masoneilan 12420 Installation and operating manual

GE Oil & Gas
Masoneilan* 12400 Series
Level Transmitter/Controller
Instruction Manual & Safety Guide
GE Data classification: Public

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THESE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDE THE CUSTOMER/OPERATOR WITH IMPORTANT PROJECT-SPECIFIC
REFERENCE INFORMATION IN ADDITION TO THE CUSTOMER/OPERATOR’S NORMAL OPERATION
AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES. SINCE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PHILOSOPHIES VARY, GE
(GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES AND AFFILIATES) DOES NOT ATTEMPT TO
DICTATE SPECIFIC PROCEDURES, BUT TO PROVIDE BASIC LIMITATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
CREATED BY THE TYPE OF EQUIPMENT PROVIDED.
THESE INSTRUCTIONS ASSUME THAT OPERATORS ALREADY HAVE A GENERAL UNDERSTANDING OF
THE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE OPERATION OF MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT IN
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENTS. THEREFORE, THESE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE
INTERPRETED AND APPLIED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE SAFETY RULES AND REGULATIONS
APPLICABLE AT THE SITE AND THE PARTICULAR REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATION OF OTHER
EQUIPMENT AT THE SITE.
THESE INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT PURPORT TO COVER ALL DETAILS OR VARIATIONS IN EQUIPMENT
NOR TO PROVIDE FOR EVERY POSSIBLE CONTINGENCY TO BE MET IN CONNECTION WITH
INSTALLATION, OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE. SHOULD FURTHER INFORMATION BE DESIRED OR
SHOULD PARTICULAR PROBLEMS ARISE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED SUFFICIENTLY FOR THE
CUSTOMER/OPERATOR'S PURPOSES THE MATTER SHOULD BE REFERRED TO GE.
THE RIGHTS, OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES OF GE AND THE CUSTOMER/OPERATOR ARE STRICTLY
LIMITED TO THOSE EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN THE CONTRACT RELATING TO THE SUPPLY OF THE
EQUIPMENT. NO ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES BY GE REGARDING THE
EQUIPMENT OR ITS USE ARE GIVEN OR IMPLIED BY THE ISSUE OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
THESE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAIN PROPRIETARY INFORMATION OF GE, AND ARE FURNISHED TO THE
CUSTOMER/OPERATOR SOLELY TO ASSIST IN THE INSTALLATION, TESTING, OPERATION, AND/OR
MAINTENANCE OF THE EQUIPMENT DESCRIBED. THIS DOCUMENT SHALL NOT BE REPRODUCED IN
WHOLE OR IN PART NOR SHALL ITS CONTENTS BE DISCLOSED TO ANY THIRD PARTY WITHOUT THE
WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GE.

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Table of Contents
GENERAL ............................................................................................. 3
SPARE PARTS............................................................................................. 3
AFTER SALESSUPPORT............................................................................ 3
TRAINING ............................................................................................. 3
1. DESCRIPTION - OPERATION.............................................................. 4
1.1. PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION ................................................................................ 4
1.2. SIGNAL PROCESSING.......................................................................................... 4
2. PROTECTION STANDARDS ................................................................ 5
2.1. ATEX /IECEX CERTIFICATIONS ......................................................... 5
2.2. FM /FMC CERTIFICATIONS................................................................ 6
2.2.1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................. 6
2.2.2.FLAMEPROOF AND DUST IGNITION PROOF REQUIREMENTS....................................... 6
2.2.3. INTRINSICALLY SAFE REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................ 6
2.2.4. DESCRIPTION OF EXPLOSION PROOF AND INTRINSIC SAFETY MARKING .................. 7
2.2.5. REPAIR................................................................................................................................ 8
2.2.6. ES-479 INTRINSICALLY SAFE INSTALLATION WIRING REQUIREMENTS.................... 9
2.2.7. NOTES FOR INTRINSICALLY SAFE INSTALLATION........................................................10
3. MARKING – NUMBERING SYSTEM .................................................. 12
3.1. MARKING........................................................................................ 12
3.2. NUMBERING SYSTEM ........................................................................ 12
4. INSTALLATION................................................................................... 13
4.1. STORAGE AND CONDITIONS AT DELIVERY ........................................... 13
4.2. MOUNTING ON SITE ......................................................................... 13
4.2.1. EXTERNAL MOUNTING ...................................................................................................13
4.2.2. INTERNAL MOUNTING ....................................................................................................14
5. CASE DESCRIPTION .......................................................................... 15
5.1. ELECTRONIC COMPARTMENT............................................................ 15
5.2. MECHANISM COMPARTMENT ............................................................ 15
5.3. MTBF............................................................................................ 15
5.4. CONNECTION COMPARTMENT........................................................... 15
5.4.1. ELECTRIC CIRCUIT...........................................................................................................15
5.4.2. WIRING AND CONNECTIONS ........................................................................................16
5.4.3. ALLOWABLE SUPPLY VOLTAGES...................................................................................16
5.4.4. MAXIMUM POWER .........................................................................................................16
5.4.5. OUTPUT SIGNAL AND LOAD RESISTANCE ...................................................................16
6. OPERATING THE INSTRUMENT....................................................... 19
6.1. GENERAL PRINCIPLES ....................................................................... 19
6.1.1. THE LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY (LCD)...........................................................................19
6.1.2. PUSHBUTTONS ...............................................................................................................19
6.1.3. OPERATING MODES........................................................................................................19
6.1.4. PUSHBUTTONS MENUS DESCRIPTION .........................................................................20
7. COMMISSIONING .............................................................................. 22
7.1. INSTRUMENT COUPLING TO THE TORQUE TUBE ................................... 22
7.2. TRANSMITTER CONFIGURATION......................................................... 24
7.3. TRANSMITTER CALIBRATION.............................................................. 25
7.3.3.CALIBRATION ON SITE WITH PROCESS FLUIDS .................................................30
7.3.4. CALIBRATION WITH MECHANICAL STOPS ........................................................31
7.4. CALIBRATION OF SPECIFIC GRAVITY METER ................................. 33
7.5. MECHANICAL STOPS SETTING .................................................... 34
7.6. TORQUE TUBE TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION ............................ 36
7.7. CONTROLLER FUNCTION (12410 MODEL ONLY) ......................... 38
8. SAFETY MANUAL FOR SIL APPLICATIONS ............................. 44
8.1. RELEVANT STANDARDS............................................................. 44
8.2. TERMS AND DEFINITIONS .......................................................... 44
8.3. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS ............................................................ 45
8.3.1. PROBABILITY OF FAILURES ON DEMAND (PFD) .....................................45
8.3.2. SAFETY INTEGRITY OF THE HARDWARE.................................................45
8.4. SAFETY CHARACTERISTICS ......................................................... 45
8.4.1. ASSUMPTIONS ..................................................................................45
8.4.2. SAFETY INTEGRITY OF THE HARDWARE.................................................46
8.4.3. HARDWARE LOCK JUMPER ADJUSTMENT .............................................46
8.4.4. CHARACTERISTICS .............................................................................47
8.5. SAFETY FUNCTION.................................................................... 47
8.6. PROOF TEST ............................................................................ 47
9. MAINTENANCE .......................................................................... 48
9.1. REMOVAL OF 12400CASE FROM TORQUE TUBE......................... 48
9.2. INSTALLATION OF 12400 CASE ON A TORQUE TUBE.................... 48
9.2.1. ON A 12200/300/400 SERIES TORQUE TUBE ..................................48
9.2.2. ON A 12120 OR 12800 SERIES TORQUE TUBE...................................49
9.3. REMOVAL OF 12400 CASE AND TORQUE TUBE S/A...................... 50
9.4. MOUNTING OF DLT CASE AND TORQUE TUBE S/A......................... 51
9.5. REVERSE INSTRUMENT CASE MOUNTING POSITION VERSUS TO
DISPLACER POSITION (LEFT OR RIGHT)........................................ 52
9.6. REPLACEMENT OF ELEC.AND MECH.COMPONENTS ..................... 52
10 TROUBLE SHOOTING................................................................ 53
10.1. NO SIGNAL ........................................................................... 53
10.2. EXISTING SIGNAL BUT NOTHING ON LCD DISPLAY...................... 53
10.3. STEADY SIGNAL,NO CHANGE WHEN LEVEL VARIES..................... 53
10.4. OUTPUT SIGNAL DIFFERS FROM VALUE DISPLAYED ON LCD ........ 53
10.5. NO HART®COMMUNICATION................................................ 54
10.6. OUTPUT SIGNAL DOES NOT MATCH WITH THE LIQUID LEVEL
(LINEARITY ISSUE) .................................................................... 54
10.7. VIEW ERROR DIAGNOSTICS MESSAGES...................................... 55
Appendix A – NORMAL Menu / SETUP Menu ...................60 to 61
Appendix B – BASIC SETUP Menu ......................................62 to 64
Appendix C – ADVANCED SETUP Menu ........................... 65 to 68
Appendix D – ENGINEERING UNIT Menu.......................... 69 to 71
Appendix E – 4-20mA GENERATOR Menu........................ 72 to 73
Appendix F – VIEW DATA Menu ......................................... 74 to 75
Appendix G – FAILSAFE / VIEW ERROR Menus................76 to 77

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IMPORTANT: SAFETY WARNING
Read these instructions carefully BEFORE this instrument is installed or maintained.
Products certified for use in explosion proof (flameproof) or intrinsically safe installations MUST:
a) Be installed in accordance with EN/IEC 60079-14, EN/IEC 61241-14, EN/IEC 60079-17 standards and/or local and national codes for
hazardous area installations.
b) Only be used in situations which comply with the certification conditions stated in this manual and those stated in 400152322E ATEX
Instruction Manual.
c) Only be maintained by qualified personnel with adequate training on hazardous area instrumentation (see Instruction Manual
400152322E).Taking the appropriate actions to ensure that site personnel who are performing installation, commissioning and
maintenance have been trained in proper site procedures for working with and around equipment, per Safe Site Work Practices,
are the end user's responsibility.
It is the end user's responsibility to:
• Verify material compatibility with the application
• Ensure proper use of fall protection when working at heights, per Safe Site Work Practices
• Ensure use of proper Personal Protective Equipment
• Take the appropriate actions to ensure that site personnel who are performing installation, commissioning and maintenance
have been trained in proper site procedures for working with and around equipment, per Safe Site Work Practices
Non-compliance with the rules and cautionary notes of this instruction may cause malfunction of the device or serious damage to it,
personnel or the surrounding equipment or site. Not intended for use in life support systems.
Items sold by GE are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of first use or
eighteen (18) months from the date of delivery, whichever occurs first, provided such items are used according to all relevant
recommendations and instructions from GE.
GE reserves the right to discontinue manufacture of any product or change product materials, design, or specifications without notice.
General
This manual provides installation, operation and maintenance instructions for the Masoneilan 12400 Series Digital Level
Transmitter/Controller from GE. It also includes a complete parts reference and a list of recommended spare parts.
Spare Parts
When performing maintenance, use GE’s Masoneilan spare parts only. Parts can be obtained through your local Masoneilan products
representative or the Spare Parts Department. When ordering parts, always include the Model and Serial Number of the unit being repaired.
After Market Support
GE offers aftermarket support for Masoneilan valves and instruments start-up, maintenance, and repair. Contact the nearest Masoneilan Sales
Office or Representative or After Sales Department.
Training
Regularly scheduled classes are conducted at GE’s Masoneilan facilities for training customer service and instrumentation personnel in the
operation, maintenance, and application of control valves and instruments. Arrangements for these classes can be made through your local
Masoneilan products sales contact.
Use of DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE.
These instructions contain DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE where necessary to alert you to safety
related or other important information.
DANGER - Hazards which result in severe personal injury or death.
WARNING - Hazards which could result in personal injury.
CAUTION - Hazards which could result in equipment or property damage.
NOTE - Alerts you to pertinent facts and conditions.
Although DANGER and WARNING hazards are related to personal injury, and the CAUTION hazards involve
equipment or property damage, it should be understood that operation of damaged equipment could, under
certain operational conditions, result in degraded process system performance which may lead to personal
injury or death. Therefore, comply fully with all DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION notices.

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1. Description - Operation
The 12400 Series Digital Level Transmitter/Controller is a high performance, easy-to-set instrument based on a modular design
that permits quick, low-cost upgrades as new features are developed and as your needs change.
1.1. PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
The Masoneilan 12400 Series instrument from GE is a 2-wire, loop powered, digital displacement level transmitter/controller
with HART®communication that uses field proven buoyancy and torque tube principles.
A change in liquid level varies the apparent weight of the displacer (130), which increases or decreases load on the torque tube
(136) by an amount directly proportional to the change in liquid level. The resulting rotation of the torque rod (138), seen in
Figure 1, modifies the magnetic field of a frictionless, non-contacting sensor (40). The signal generated by the sensor varies
current in the loop in proportion to the level in the vessel.
1.2 SIGNAL PROCESSING
The sensor analog signal is converted into an error-free digital signal for processing by the on board micro-controller. After
signal processing, the digital result is converted to analog output signals for use by configuration and options.
Transmitter model:
♦ The 4-20 mA analog output signal, available on the AO_1 terminal, is the level or interface measurement signal with HART®
communication.
Transmitter model with two (2) adjustable switches and second 4-20mA analog output:
♦ The two 4-20 mA analog output signals, available on the AO_1 and AO_2 terminals, are the level or interface measurement signal, with
HART communication (AO_1 only).
♦ DO_1 and DO_2 terminals are two independent isolated digital switch outputs. They are user-adjustable and polarity sensitive.
Controller model with two (2) adjustable switches and second 4-20mA analog output:
♦ The 4-20 mA analog output signal, available on AO_1 terminals, is the controller output signal generated by a PID algorithm based on
error between the local setpoint and the level process variable. HART communication is available on AO_1.
♦ The 4-20 mA analog output signal, available on the AO_2 terminals, is the level or interface measurement signal. No HART
communication.
♦ DO_1 and DO_2 terminals are two independent isolated digital switch outputs. They are user-adjustable and polarity sensitive.
The 12400 instrument enables retrofit of existing pneumatic or digital level instruments (see Section 9.2).
PARTS REFERENCES
40
Non contact Sensor
135
Torque arm
55
Magnet
136
Torque tube
130
Displacer
137
Torque tube housing
131
Displacer chamber
138
Torque rod
Figure 1 – Diagram of principle
IMPORTANT
Options described above are operable only if they have been ordered initially. You cannot add them later on
site (see numbering system Section 3.2).

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2. Protection standards
Installation in a hazardous atmosphere must be performed in accordance with the requirements specified in the applicable
standard for protection against explosion.
2.1. ATEX / IECEx CERTIFICATIONS
The 12400 Series Level Transmitter / Controller complies with the essential requirements of ATEX 94/9/EC European directive.
This instrument is certified for use in explosion proof (flameproof) or intrinsically safe installations with dust or gas from groups IIA, IIB and
IIC:
 Category II 1 GD – zones 0, 1, 2, 20, 21 and 22 for protection mode "ia"
 Category II 2 GD – zones 1, 2, 21 and 22 for protection mode "d".
The instrument also complies with the essential requirements of the modified EMC 2004/108/EC European directive for use
industrial environment.
It is the end user’s responsibility to ensure that products certified as explosion proof equipment or for use in intrinsically
safe installations MUST BE:
a) Installed, put into service, used and maintained in compliance with European and/or national and local regulations and
in accordance with the recommendations contained in the relevant standards concerning potentially explosive
atmospheres.
b) Used only in situations which comply with the certification conditions shown in this document and after verification of
their compatibility with the zone of intended use and the permitted maximum ambient temperature.
c) Installed and maintained only by personnel who have been trained and certified in installation, commissioning and
maintenance in proper site procedures for working with and around equipment, per Safe Site Work Practices.
Under certain operating conditions, use of a damaged instrument could cause a degradation of the performance of the
system, which may lead to personal injury or death, damage to the equipment and or other equipment, as well as the site.
Use only genuine replacement parts, provided by the manufacturer, to guarantee that the products comply with the
essential European Directives safety requirements mentioned above.
All actions related to installation, site commissioning and maintenance must be performed in accordance with
instructions provided in the ATEX instruction manual 400152322.
WARNING:
IMPROPER R
EPLACEMENT OR SUBSTITUTION OF ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS OR OF CERTAIN PARTS WHOSE
CHARACTERISTICS DO NOT MEET REQUIREMENTS OF THE APPLICABLE STANDARDS FOR EXPLOSION PROTECTION MAY
VOID THIS PROTECTION.

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2.2. FM / FMc CERTIFICATIONS
2.2.1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
! WARNING !
Failure to adhere to the requirements listed in this
manual may cause loss of life and property.
Installation and maintenance must be performed only by qualified personnel. Area Classification, Protection Type, Temperature Class,
Gas Group, and Ingress protection must conform to the data indicated on the label.
Wiring and conduit must conform to all local and national codes governing the installation. Wiring must be rated for at least 5ºC above
the highest expected ambient temperature.
Approved wire seals against ingress of water and dust are required and the NPT fittings must be sealed with tape or thread sealant in
order to meet the highest level of ingress protection.
Where the protection type depends on wiring glands, the glands must be certified for the type of protection required.
The metal housing is in a standard die-casting alloy which is predominately aluminum. The housing can be stainless steel also.
Before powering the 12400:
1. Verify that the electronic cover screws are tightened. This maintains the ingress protection level and the integrity of the flameproof
enclosure.
2. If the Installation is Intrinsically Safe, check that the proper barriers are installed and the field wiring meets local and national codes for
an IS installation. Never install a device which was previously installed without an intrinsically safe barrier in an intrinsically safe system.
3. If the Installation is Non-Incendive, check that all the wiring meets local and national codes.
4. Verify that the markings on the label are consistent with the application.
2.2.2. FLAMEPROOF AND DUST IGNITION PROOF REQUIREMENTS
The ½” NPT fittings must enter the housing at least five full turns.
Conduit seals are required within 18” of the conduit for flameproof installation.
2.2.3. INTRINSICALLY SAFE REQUIREMENTS
Wiring must be in accordance with ES-749 (see Section 2.2.6) and must conform to national and local standards for intrinsically safe
installation.

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2.2.4. DESCRIPTION OF EXPLOSION PROOF AND INTRINSIC SAFETY MARKING
The label may not appear exactly as shown, but must contain the information listed below. Additional information NOT pertaining to FM
approval is allowed on the label.
SERIAL
xxx
WARNING:
POTENTIAL DANGER OF
ELECTROSTATIC
DISCHARGE
Protection
PERMANENTLY MARK
PROTECTION TYPE.
ONCE MARKED, IT CAN NOT
BE CHANGED
Protection
Protection
AO_1 40V 23mA; AO_2 30V 23mA; DO_1 & DO_2 30V 1A
Dresser Inc Masoneilan Operations
DPI 14110 Conde-Sur-Noireau, France
SUPPLY CONNECTION WIRING RATED 5oC ABOVE AMBIENT
HOUSING CONDUIT ENTRY ½ INCH NPT
INGRESS PROTECTION TYPE 4X-6P
OPERATING TEMPERATURE LIMITS -40
o
C TO 80
o
C

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2.2.5. REPAIR
WARNING: EXPLOSION HAZARD – SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR USE AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO
PERSONNEL, THE EQUIPMENT, OTHER EQUIPMENT AND THE SITE IN A HAZARDOUS LOCATION.
Only qualified service personnel are permitted to make repairs.
Replace ONLY with genuine Masoneilan parts from GE.
Only Masoneilan parts from GE are permitted. This includes not only the major assemblies but also mounting screws and “O” rings. No
substitutions with non-Masoneilan parts are permitted.
The following summary assures the safe operation of the 12400.
For ambient temperature greater than 70 °C, the user must choose a cable entry and a cable compatible with:
Ambient Temperature
Cable Temperature
75 °C
80 °C
80 °C
85 °C
The cable entry and the cable must be compatible with the minimum temperature of -40 °C as indicated on the marking plate.
The cable entry must have an ingress protection level at least equal to type 4X – 6P.
The joints (three pushbuttons, covers thread and O-ring) are greased with one of the following acceptable greases:
Grease Type
Manufacturer
GRAPHENE 702
ORAPI
MOLYKOTE111 COMPOUND
MOLYKOTE
®
MULTILUB
MOLYKOTE
®
GRIPCOTT NF
MOLYDAL
It is the user’s responsibility to check the gaskets once a year and in the event of damage to replace the defective parts with
manufacturer's replacement parts only.
For use in dusty hazardous areas, the user must maintain the enclosure to avoid the deposits of dusts, the maximum thickness must be
<5 mm. For safe operation, this can be done only if the local conditions around the device are free of potentially explosive atmosphere.
The user must check the temperature increase on the 12400 head coming from the mechanical part in contact with the 12400 housing or
through the process thermal radiation and ensure it is less or equal than the temperature classification allowed. This must be done in
conformance with EN/IEC 60079-14 and / or national and local regulations applicable for explosible atmospheres.
The user may clean the device, mainly the plastic label, with a wet rag to avoid any electrostatic spark. For safe operation, this can be
done only if the local conditions around the device are free of potentially explosive atmosphere.

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2.2.6. ES-479 INTRINSICALLY SAFE INSTALLATION WIRING REQUIREMENTS
Each intrinsically safe cable must include a grounded shield or be run in a separate metal conduit.
31
2
4
VOLTAGE SUPPLY
FROM CONTROL SYSTEM
30V MAXI
1 to 5 Volts or 4-20mA
LEVEL FEEDBACK
to Control System
12400 LEVEL TRANSMITTER /
CONTROLER
PRIMARY OUT
4-20mA
SECONDARY OUT
4-20mA
SW1 / SW2
OUT
+
-
+
-
+
-
31
2
4
250 Ω
31
2
4
VOLTAGE SUPPLY
FROM CONTROL SYSTEM
30V MAXI
VOLTAGE SUPPLY
FROM CONTROL SYSTEM
30V MAXI
DI to CONTROL SYSTEM
OPTIONAL
SOLENOID
LOAD
1 to 5 Volts or 4-20mA
LEVEL FEEDBACK
to Control System
VALVE
POSITIONER
-
+
31
2
4
250 Ω
Note 7
Note 4
Note 6
Note 7
Note 7
Note 7
Note 5
Barrier with internal or external sense resistor.
Barrier with 4-20 mA retransmit.
See Note 3
Note 5
Note 6
Barrier with internal or external sense resistor.
See Note 4
Barrier type
See Note 5
Barrier type
See Note 6
4-20 mA SETPOINT
FROM CONTROL SYSTEM
With or
Without local
Solenoid
HAZARDOUS LOCATION
SEE NOTES 1 & 2
NON-HAZARDOUS LOCATION - UNSPECIFIED EXCEPT THAT
BARRIERS MUST NOT BE SUPPLIED FROM NOR CONTAIN
UNDER NORMAL OR ABNORMAL CONDITIONSA SOURCE OF
POTENTIAL WITH RESPECT TO EARTH IN EXCESS OF 250
VOLTS RMS OR 250 VOLTS DC.
The Optional 4-20 mA
secondary output from 12400
must not be connected in an
Intrinsic Safe Installation which
requires FM or CSA approval.
See Note4.

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2.2.7. NOTES FOR INTRINSICALLY SAFE INSTALLATION
Note 1: HAZARDOUS LOCATION
Refer to the device label for the description of the environment in which the device may be installed.
For Div 1 areas the barriers are always required. For Div 2 areas the barriers are not required as long as Div 2 wiring practices
comply with the local electrical code and the supply voltages are normally less than 30 Volts.
Note 2: FIELD WIRING
Intrinsically Safe wiring must be made with grounded shielded cable or installed in grounded metal conduit. The electrical
circuit in the hazardous area must be capable of withstanding an A.C. test voltage of 500 Volts R.M.S. to earth or frame of the
apparatus for one minute. Installation must be in accordance with GE’s guidelines. The installation including the barrier
earthing requirements must comply with the installation requirements of the country of use.
Factory Mutual requirements (USA): ANSI/ISA RP12.6 (Installation of Intrinsically Safe Systems for Hazardous (Classified)
Locations) and the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. Division 2 installations must be installed per the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. See also, note 4.
CSA requirements (Canada): Canadian Electrical Code Part 1. Division 2 installations must be installed per the Canadian
Electrical Code Division 2 Wiring Methods. See also note 4.
Note 3: PRIMARY OUT (+) and (-) 4-20 mA Terminals
These terminals are the main loop power of the 12400 and provide a 4 to 20mA signal related to the level measurement or the
embedded controller output for level control process. A transmitter type barrier with 250 Ohm series resistance (internal or
external) is used for this connection; for example, MTL 788 or 788R. For controller application, an active barrier with 4-20mA
retransmit can be used to drive a valve positioner.
Entity Parameters: Vmax= 30 VDC; Imax=125 mA; Ci=2 nF; Li=500 μH; Pmax=900 mW
Note 4: SECONDARY OUT (+) and (-) 4-20 mA Terminals
These terminals provide an additional 4 to 20 mA signal related to the level measurement. Use a transmitter type barrier with
250 Ohm series resistance (internal or external) for this connection; for example, MTL 788 or 788R.
Entity Parameters: Vmax=30 VDC; Imax=125 mA; Ci = 9 nF; Li=500 μH; Pmax=900 mW.
NOTE: The secondary out must not be connected in an Intrinsic Safe installation which requires FM or CSA approval.
Note 5: SW1 & 2 (+) and (-) Terminals
There are two independent isolated solid state switch contact outputs on the 12400. They are labelled SW#1 and SW#2. The
switches are polarity sensitive – that is, conventional current flows into the plus terminal. Examples of suitable barriers are MTL
707, MTL 787 and MTL 787S.
Entity parameters are: Vmax=30 VDC; Imax=125 mA; Ci = 4.5 nF; Li=10 μH; Pmax=900 mW.
Note 6: Controller mode
The barrier is a Controller Output Type; for example, MTL 728. This barrier can be driven by an active barrier with 4-20mA
retransmit or by the control system.
Entity Parameters: The optional device may be an I/P type 8000 series or a valve positioner type SVI II AP.
Note 7: Entity Requirement
Cable capacitance and inductance plus the I.S. apparatus unprotected capacitance (Ci) and inductance (Li) must not exceed
the allowed capacitance (Ca) and inductance (La) indicated on the associated apparatus. If the optional HART®handheld
Communicator (type DPI 620) is used on the Hazardous Area side of the barrier, then the capacity and inductance of the
communicator must be added and the communicator must be agency approved for use in the hazardous area. Also, the
current output of the Hand Held Communicator must be included in the current output of the associated equipment.

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Note 8: Barrier type
The barriers may be active or passive and from any certified manufacturer for FMRC and CSA as long as the barriers comply
with the listed entity parameters.
Note 9: Use in dust atmosphere
Dust-tight conduit seal must be used when installed in dust hazard environments.
Note 10: Multiple protection approvals
A device which has previously been installed without an approved IS barrier must NEVER be used subsequently in an
intrinsically safe system. Installing the device without a barrier can permanently damage the safety related components in the
device making the device unsuitable for use in an intrinsically system.

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3. Marking – Numbering System
3.1. MARKING
The firm plate (124) is applied on the top of the mechanical
compartment housing.
The following data are indicated: manufacturer contact details,
serial number, year of manufacturing and instrument electric
characteristics.
ATEX marking is described in 400152322 ATEX instruction
manual which is supplied with every 12400.
Figure 2 - Marking
3.2. NUMBERING SYSTEM
Note: only the Transmitter function is SIL certified.
12 4 a b
—
C d
Model Action Mounting Hazardous Protection Housing Material
4 – HART®communication protocol,
LCD display and pushbuttons, SIL Certified
1 – Controller with
adjustable switches
and second 4-20mA
analogue output
signal:
AO_1, AO_2,
DO_1, DO_2
2 – Transmitter: AO_1
3 – Transmitter with
adjustable switches
and second 4-20mA
analogue output
signal:
AO_1, AO_2,
DO_1, DO_2
0 – Top and bottom,
Screwed, BW or SW
1 – Top and bottom, Flanged
2 – Side and side, Flanged
3 – Top vessel, Flanged
4 – Side vessel, Flanged
5 – Top and side,
Screwed, BW or SW
6 – Side and bottom,
Screwed, BW or SW
7 – Side and bottom, Flanged
8 – Top and side, Flanged
9 – Side and side,
Screwed, BW or SW
1 – FM & FMc (ex CSA)
Intrinsically Safe,
Explosion proof, nL and
Nema 4X-6P
2 – JIS,
Explosion proof
3 – Rosteknadzor,
Intrinsically Safe,
Explosion proof, nL
and IP 66/67
4 – Inmetro,
Intrinsically Safe,
Explosion proof, nL
5 – ATEX & IECEx
Intrinsically Safe,
Explosion proof, nL
and IP 66/67
6 – Other approvals
(based on ATEX/IEC
approvals)
7 – Other approvals
(not based on
ATEX/IEC approvals)
1 – Aluminum with
epoxy painting
2 – 316L Stainless
steel

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4. Installation
4.1. STORAGE AND CONDITION AT DELIVERY
Level instruments have been carefully packed in our premises to
prevent them from damage during handling and transportation.
Units must be stored in an area where temperatures are
between -50 °C and +93 °C.
Units are factory dry calibrated (simulation by weight) to the
service specific gravity specified by the customer.
When service specific gravity has not been specified, units are
factory dry calibrated to a specific gravity of 1.
Recalibration is recommended when the actual specific gravity
differs from calibration specific gravity.
Recalibration is needed when verification of instrument
performance is made with liquid in the displacer chamber.
4.2. MOUNTING ON SITE
Unpack the unit carefully and record the serial number for future
reference. Remove the shipping stud that secures the displacer in
the chamber.
Whenever possible, locate the instrument at some easily
accessible, well-lighted place on the vessel. The location must
have ambient temperature at the instrument case within the
range of -50 °C to +80 °C (unless limitations due to hazardous
area approvals – see Section 2).
NOTE: Do not remove instrument cover until the unit has been
installed and is ready for calibration.
The codes shown on numbering system indicate the instrument
designation as a function of various installation modes, displacer
chamber connections, and environmental standard or protection
of the case against explosion. Figures 3 and 6 show the various
ways of installing the displacer chamber.
4.2.1. EXTERNAL MOUNTING
(Chamber Type Model, Figures 3 & 4)
Install the instrument in a vertical position on the side of the tank
or vessel, so that the mid-range mark on the chamber is at
normal level. The mid-range is marked on the chamber.
The equalizing lines between chamber and vessel must be the
same size as the chamber connections. Install a block valve in
each line.
The use of a drain connection is recommended as shown in
Figure 3.
CAUTION: The displacer is always immobilized in the displacer
chamber to avoid any internal damage during transportation.
During the level installation, the displacer has to be unlocked by
unscrewing the M6 stern at the drain.
Type 12405(Screwed NPT, BW, SW) Type 12406(Screwed NPT, BW, SW)
Type 1240
8(Flanged) Type 12407(Flanged)
Figure 4
Type 12400(Screwed NPT, BW, SW) Type 12409(Screwed NPT, BW, SW)
Type 1240
1(Flanged) Type 12402(Flanged)
MID
RANGE
MID
RANGE
MID
RANGE
MID
RANGE

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4.2.2. INTERNAL MOUNTING
An internally mounted 12400 Series instrument has no displacer chamber and the mechanism chamber bolts directly to the
vessel nozzle flange.
a. Type 12403 Top Flange Mounted Instrument (Figure 5)
There are two mounting possibilities:
1. Overhead space necessary for mounting the instrument is
sufficient:
♦ Attach the displacer to the torque tube before bolting the
chamber flange to the nozzle flange on the vessel.
2. Overhead space is insufficient:in this case, install a detachable
hanger extension. Before attaching the extension:
♦ Lower the displacer partway into the tank.
♦ Fasten and pin the extension to the displacer.
♦ Hook the displacer to the torque arm and lower the entire unit
into position. When the extension consists of several
detachable elements, repeat this operation for each element
and the lower the displacer progressively into the tank.
♦ Mount the instrument and bolt the mechanism chamber onto
the nozzle flange.
b. Type 12404 side flange mounted Instrument (Figure 6)
When the instrument is side flange mounted, provide enough clearance to permit attachment of the displacer after the
chamber flange is bolted in place. To attach the displacer:
♦ Reach into the end of the protective case and depress the torque arm.
♦ Bring the displacer hanger up through the hole in the bottom of the case and slip the displacer hanger over the
torque arm pin.
♦ Lower the displacer until the pin engages the top of the slot in the hanger.
4.2.2.1. Guide brackets for type 12404 (Figure 6)
If the liquid is in motion, provide brackets as shown in Figure 6 to guide the lower end of the displacer. The diameter of the
hole must be 25 to 35 mm (1” to 1 1/2”) larger than the diameter of the displacer for ranges to 1.8 m (6’), and 50 to 70 mm
(2” to 3”) larger for greater ranges.
Place the brackets at 50 to 70 mm (2” to 3”) from each end of the displacer. Locate the centerline of the hole so that the
displacer hangs freely.
4.2.2.2. Stilling well for type 12403 (Figure 5)
If the liquid is turbulent, provide a stilling well.
Make the well from tubing or pipe of a suitable diameter to allow
sufficient clearance between displacer and pipe. Mount it so that
it extends at least 75 mm (3”) below a free hanging displacer.
Provide a hole at the top of the stilling well to equalize pressure
between well and vessel.
4.2.2.3. Instrument case mounting (Figure 7)
The standard case mounting is left handed —the case is to the
left of the displacer. Right hand mounting is optional. To reverse
instrument case mounting, refer to Section 9 - Maintenance.
Figure 5 Figure 6
Type 12403Type 12404
Left mounting
(top view)
Right mounting
(top view)
Figure 7

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5. Case description
The purpose of this section is to describe the various instrument sub-assemblies to facilitate their use and maintenance.
See figures 8 to 13.
5.1. ELECTRONIC COMPARTMENT
The electronics compartment, located at the front of the instrument, can be accessed by removing the main cover (281). This
main cover is equipped with a glass (251) and three explosion proof pushbuttons (260).
The cover (281) is fully screwed on to the case (2) and sealed with an O-ring (109). It may be necessary to unscrew the cover
by less than a turn to align the window and LCD display and to install the safety screw (110). The cover (255) protects the
pushbuttons.
The sensor S/A (40) and its seal (111) are secured by two screws (112), located in the upper part of the electronics compartment.
The microprocessor, the display and the three pushbuttons are mounted on the resin potted electronic board which makes
the main electronic module (200). This subassembly is inserted into the case with the display facing the top of the case. It is
assembled by four screws (201).
5.2. MECHANISM COMPARTMENT
The mechanism compartment (Figures 12 & 13) on the back of the case has an opening on the right side (operator facing
instrument), which is closed by a threaded cover (107) and a gasket (108). A second opening at the bottom, closed by a
special 3/4” NPT plug (190), allows access to the mechanical flexure (59), which is part of the beam.
The mechanism (50) is completely factory assembled and calibrated before being installed into the mechanism
compartment. The pivot (51) is positioned toward the back of the case through two pins (52-53) and fastened by two screws
(113).
Two set screws (114) are located in tapped holes in the side of the case. The holes are covered by two plugs (115).
5.3. MTBF
The MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure) of 12400 Series instrument is 55.7 years, according to MIL-STD-HDBK-217F
Specification.
5.4. CONNECTION COMPARTMENT
Located on the left side, the connection compartment is closed by a threaded cover (104) with O-ring gasket (105) and locked
by a safety screw (106). It is equipped with a terminal board (90) mounted with a screw (92).
To mount the safety screw (106), the cover must be fully screwed on the case and then unscrewed by less than a turn.
5.4.1. ELECTRIC CIRCUIT
Both the terminal strip and the ground terminal are located in connection compartment (Figures 8 and 9). Connections are
done with four flat handle terminal blocks (90) or a terminal board connector (90A) (Japan) and included ground connection
(96). Follow strip rules to prevent from any short circuit and comply with local and national standards for hazardous area installations.
A 1/2” NPT (or M20) conduit connection is provided in the lower part of the junction box for connecting the supply leads via a
supplied stuffing box with an integrated cable clamp device or any cable gland with cable clamp device suitable for the
considered hazardous area.
DANGER:
FOR ANY ACTION ON 12400 SERIES INSTRUMENT, DO NOT REMOVE EITHER COVER PRIOR TO READING
400152322 ATEX INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

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5.4.2. WIRING AND CONNECTIONS
All wiring and connections must be done in accordance with EN/IEC 60079-14, EN/IEC 61241-14 and/or local and national codes
for hazardous area installations.
5.4.3. ALLOWABLE SUPPLY VOLTAGES
Electrical connections on terminal board must respect polarity + and –, as well as maximum allowable supply voltages given
below. Connect the instrument to the ground using the ground terminals internally and externally to the case.
Supply Voltage
U (VDC)
AO_1 AO_2 DO_1/DO_2
MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX
Explosion proof
10 V
40 V
10 V
30 V
0.5 V
30 V
Intrinsic Safety 10 V 30 V 10 V 30 V 0.5 V 30 V
5.4.4. MAXIMUM POWER
3 W into 12400 case
5.4.5. OUTPUT SIGNAL AND LOAD RESISTANCE
♦ AO_1 and AO_2
Response (scan) time: <60ms
Power interruption without causing reset: <100ms
Power-Up time: < 1s
Compliance with NAMUR NE-43 specification
 standard level measurement: 3.8mA to 20.5mA
 Low or high failsafe signals (severe fault): < 3.6mA or > 21mA
♦ Maximum load resistance
For AO_1 and AO_2: R max (Ω) = U (V) – 10 (V)
Imax (A)
♦ DO_1 and DO_2
There are two independent isolated output switches with open collectors. 1A maximum output signal. A load resistance must
be used in series to limit maximum current. 30 VDC across switch terminals and 1 A cannot exist simultaneously; doing so will
result in failure of the digital output circuit.
Figure 8 – Terminal board
Standard version with clamp (Ref. #90)
Figure 9 - Terminal board
Japanese version with screws (Ref. #90A)
Rload
U
Figure 10

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Figure 11
Case External side view of case
Terminals for
local HART®
communication
Figure 12
Front view
Cross-section back view
90 or 90A
90 or 90A

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●Recommended spare parts ■Spare parts available
1) These 3 rings are part of a kit.
PARTS REFERENCE
Ref N° Qty Parts Name Ref N° Qty Parts Name Ref N° Qty Parts Name
2
1
Case
■97
1
C M4-10 screw
■190
1
Plug S/A
40
1
Sensor S/A
■98
1
Lockwasher
191
1
Plug
50
1
Mechanism S/A
■99
1
Flat washer
192
1
Sponge cord
51
1
Pivot
■100
1
Clamp
200
1
Main electronic module
52
1
Pin
■101
1
C M5-12 screw
■201
4
CHC M4-25 screw
53
1
Special pin
■102
1
Lockwasher
241
1
Bias S/A
54
1
Beam
■103
1
Cap
242
1
Spring arm
55
1
Magnet
■104
1
Junction box cover
243
1
pin
56
2
“U” lamella
■●
1
O-ring (1)
244
2
Lateral screw
57
4
Flange, lamella
■106
1
CHC M4-16 screw
■281
1
Main cover S/A
58
8
CHC M4-8 screw
■107
1
Visit plug
280
1
Main cover
59
1
Flexible lamella
■●
1
O-ring (1)
250
1
Glass O-ring
60
2
CHC M3-8 screw
■●
1
O-ring (1)
251
1
Glass
62
1
CHC M3-8 screw
■110
1
CHC M4-16 screw
252
1
Clamp, spring
63
1
Flange, lamella
■111
1
O-ring, sensor housing
253
4
CHC M4x0.7x10 screw
270
1
Bell
■112
2
CHC M3-8 screw
■255
1
Cover, pushbuttons
271
1
HC M3-6 screw, bell
■113
2
CHC M4-20 screw
■256
1
Gasket cover, pushbuttons
70
1
Coupling lamella S/A
■114
2
Adjusting screw
■257
1
Screw captive panel
71
1
Coupling lamella
■115
2
1/8” NPT plug
■258
1
Pivot pin, pushbuttons cover
72
1
Pin
■75
1
Coupling S/A
■259
2
Circlip
73
1
Washer, coupling lamella
116
1
Coupling
260
3
Push Button
90
1
Standard terminal board S/A
117
1
Flange, coupling lamella
261
3
Spring compression
90A
1
Japan terminal board S/A
118
2
CHC M3-8 screw
262
3
Washer, retaining spring
■92
1
CHC M3-8 screw
■119
2
HC M3-6 screw
263
3
O-ring, pushbuttons
■93
1
Flat washer
■●
1
O-ring
264
3
Circlip
■94
1
Lockwasher
■121
4
CHC M6 screw
■290
1
Cable protector
■95
1
Flat washer
■122
4
Lockwasher
■291
1
Screw
■96
1
Clamp
124
1
Serial plate
Figure 13 – Cross Section of 12400 Series Digital Level Transmitter/Controller