Pepperl+Fuchs VU121 Reference guide

ISO9001
VU121
Bluetooth® Module
Remote Operation via Bluetooth®
Wireless Technology
Brief Instructions

With regard to the supply of products, the current issue of the following document is applicable:
The General Terms of Delivery for Products and Services of the Electrical Industry, published by the Central
Association of the Electrical Industry (Zentralverband Elektrotechnik und Elektroindustrie (ZVEI) e.V.) in its most
recent version as well as the supplementary clause: "Expanded reservation of proprietorship"
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Bluetooth® Module VU121
Contents
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1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 Content of this Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2 Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.3 Designated Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.4 Symbols Used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.5 Registered Trademarks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3 Mounting and Dismounting of the Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.1 Removing the Bluetooth® Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.2 Activating the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.3 Mounting the Bluetooth® Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4 Repair and Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.1 Repair Concept . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.2 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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Contents

Bluetooth® Module VU121
Introduction
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1 Introduction
1.1 Content of this Document
This document contains information that you need for the mounting and dismounting
of the Bluetooth® module.
1.2 Safety Information
Target Group, Personnel
Responsibility for planning, assembly, commissioning, operation, maintenance,
and dismounting lies with the plant operator.
Only appropriately trained and qualified personnel may carry out mounting, installation,
commissioning, operation, maintenance, and dismounting of the product. The personnel must
have read and understood the instruction manual and the further documentation.
Prior to using the product make yourself familiar with it. Read the document carefully.
1.3 Designated Use
Remote operation of devices via Bluetooth® wireless technology
Suitable for the following device versions:
•Device: Vibration limit switch LVL-M4
•Firmware version: 01.00.zz or higher
•Device version: 1
Note
See manual for further information.
Note
This document does not substitute the instruction manual.
Note
For full information on the product, refer to the instruction manual and further documentation
on the Internet at www.pepperl-fuchs.com.
Note
For specific device information such as the year of construction, scan the QR code
on the device. As an alternative, enter the serial number in the serial number search
at www.pepperl-fuchs.com.

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Introduction
1.4 Symbols Used
This document contains symbols of informative messages.
1.4.1 Informative Symbols
1.4.2 Symbols in Graphics
1, 2, 3 ... Item numbers
A, B, C, ... Views
1.5 Registered Trademarks
Bluetooth®
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth® SIG,
Inc. and any use of such marks by Pepperl+Fuchs is under license. Other trademarks and
trade names are those of their respective owners.
Note
This symbol brings important information to your attention.

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Safety Instructions
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2 Safety Instructions
•Comply with national regulations governing mounting, electrical installation,
commissioning, maintenance and repair procedures.
•The device is energized! Risk of fatal injury from electric shock. Open the device only
when the device is de-energized.
•For devices intended for use in hazardous locations, please observe the guidelines
in the Ex documentation (SI).
•In the case of devices in safety-related applications in accordance with IEC 61508
or IEC 61511: Commission in accordance with Operating Instructions after repair.
Document the repair procedure.
•Before removing the device: set the process to a safe state and purge the pipe
of dangerous process substances.
•Hot surfaces! Risk of injury! Before commencing work: allow the system and device
to cool down to a touchable temperature.
•In the case of devices in custody transfer, the custody transfer status no longer applies
once the seal has been removed.
•Follow the manual for the device.
•Risk of damaging the electronic components! Ensure you have a working environment
protected from electrostatic discharge.
•After removing the electronics compartment cover: risk of electrical shock due to missing
touch protection! Turn the device off before removing internal covers.
•Modifications to the device are not permitted.
•Only open the housing for a brief period. Avoid the penetration of foreign bodies,
moisture or contaminants.
•Replace defective seals only with original seals from Pepperl+Fuchs.
•If threads are damaged or defective, the device must be repaired.
•Do not lubricate threads (e. g. of electronics compartment cover or connection
compartment cover).
•If spacing is reduced or the dielectric strength of the device is not guaranteed during repair
work, perform a test on completion of the work (e.g. high-voltage test in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions).
•Service plug:
•Do not connect in explosive atmospheres.
•Only connect to Pepperl+Fuchs service devices.
•Observe the instructions for transporting and returning the device outlined in the manual.
Note
In case of questions, please context the local Pepperl+Fuchs service organization.

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Mounting and Dismounting of the Module
3 Mounting and Dismounting of the Module
Required Tools
Allen key for screw of cover locking
3.1 Removing the Bluetooth® Module
Cover locking: optional
Figure 3.1
3.2 Activating the Battery
Use of a special battery in conjunction with electronic insert FEL68 (2-wire NAMUR)
Figure 3.2
1 →
0.7 Nm
3 mm
2 →
1.
2.
3 →
1.
2.
4
1
REMOVE
BEFORE USE

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Mounting and Dismounting of the Module
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3.3 Mounting the Bluetooth® Module
Mounting is performed by following the removal procedure in reverse order.
Ensure that the module is snapped in place.
Figure 3.3
1 →
2

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Repair and Disposal
4 Repair and Disposal
4.1 Repair Concept
Pepperl+Fuchs repair concept
•A defective unit can only be replaced with a functioning unit of the same type.
•Only use original parts from Pepperl+Fuchs.
•Check if the spare part is suitable for the existing measuring device.
4.1.1 Personnel Authorized to Carry out Repairs
Technical staff must comply with the following requirements for repair, mounting, electrical
installation and commissioning of the measuring devices:
•Specialized technical staff must be trained in instrument safety.
•They must be familiar with the individual operating conditions of the devices.
•In the case of Ex-certified measuring devices, they must also be trained in explosion
protection.
4.2 Disposal
If required by the Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE),
the product is marked with the depicted symbol in order to minimize the disposal of WEEE
as unsorted municipal waste. Do not dispose of products bearing this marking as unsorted
municipal waste. Instead, return them to Pepperl+Fuchs for disposal under the applicable
conditions.
4.2.1 Battery disposal
•The end user is legally obliged to return used batteries.
•The end user can return old batteries or electronic assemblies containing these batteries
free of charge to Pepperl+Fuchs.
In accordance with German law regulating the use of batteries (BattG §28 Para 1 Number 3),
this symbol is used to denote electronic assemblies that must not be disposed of as household
waste.
Note
A spare parts overview is located in the interior of some measuring devices. If the spare parts
kit is specified on this list, no inspection is required.
Note
Technical staff carrying out work are responsible for ensuring that the work is carried out safely
and to the required quality standard. They must also guarantee the safety of the device
following repair.

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Notes
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