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2.7 Container Considerations......................................................................................................33
2.7.1 Shapes..............................................................................................................................33
2.7.2 Materials (plastic vs. metal)...............................................................................................33
2.8 Blocking distance high and blocking distance low guidance ................................................34
2.8.1 Blocking distance high (BDH) guidance............................................................................34
2.8.2 Blocking distance low (BDL) guidance..............................................................................34
2.8.3 Blocking Distance, Full Tank Detection and Latching modes...........................................34
3Transmitter Installation.......................................................................................36
3.1 Preparation............................................................................................................................36
3.1.1 Installation sequence ........................................................................................................36
3.1.2 Tools..................................................................................................................................37
3.2 Mechanical Installation..........................................................................................................38
3.2.1 Check for correct probe dimensions and strength............................................................38
3.2.2 Accuracy and measuring range specifications..................................................................38
3.2.3 Trim the probe length........................................................................................................47
3.2.4 Attach/assemble the probe ...............................................................................................48
3.2.5 Centering Disks and configured probe length...................................................................61
3.2.6 Mounting the transmitter ...................................................................................................67
3.2.7 Suitable mounting position................................................................................................73
3.2.8 Optimum Operating Temperature.....................................................................................74
3.2.9 Temperature requirements................................................................................................75
3.2.10 Mounting on a non-metallic container...........................................................................83
3.2.11 Rotate transmitter housing............................................................................................86
3.2.12 Secure the probe...........................................................................................................86
3.2.13 Install conduit entry plugs and adapters .......................................................................89
3.2.14 Flange pressure ratings ................................................................................................90
3.2.15 Material Exposed to Tank Atmosphere.........................................................................90
3.3 Electrical Installation .............................................................................................................91
3.3.1 Wiring a transmitter...........................................................................................................91
3.3.2 HART / 4-20mA Voltage Operating Ranges.....................................................................91
3.3.3 Terminal Connections.......................................................................................................93
3.3.4 FOUNDATION Fieldbus....................................................................................................94
3.3.5 Wiring Procedure ..............................................................................................................94
3.3.6 Lightning Protection ..........................................................................................................95
3.3.7 Supply Voltage Limiting Requirements.............................................................................95
3.3.8 Process Sealing ................................................................................................................95
3.3.9 Explosion-Proof Conduit Seal...........................................................................................95
4Operating the Transmitter ..................................................................................96
4.1 User interface options...........................................................................................................96
4.1.1 Transmitter advanced displays with buttons.....................................................................96
4.1.2 DTM or DD –HART and FF..............................................................................................96
4.2 Three-Button Operation ........................................................................................................97
4.2.1 Three-button operation without display.............................................................................97
4.2.2 Menu Navigation ...............................................................................................................99
4.2.3 Data Entry .........................................................................................................................99
4.2.4 Editing a Numeric Value..................................................................................................100
4.2.5 Selecting a new setting from a list of choices.................................................................100