Pepperl+Fuchs Vibracon LVL-A7 User manual

ISO9001
Vibracon LVL-A7
Vibration Limit Switch
Limit Switch for Liquids
PROCESS AUTOMATION
MANUAL

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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1 Important Document Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.1 Document Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.2 Document Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.3 Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2 Basic Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.1 Requirements for the Personnel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.2 Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.3 Improper Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.4 Workplace Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.5 Operational Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.6 Product Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3 Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.1 Product Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4 Incoming Acceptance and Product Identification . . . . . 9
4.1 Incoming Acceptance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4.2 Product Identification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.3 Storage and Transport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
5 Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.1 Installation Conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.2 Mounting the Measuring Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.3 Post-Installation Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
6 Electrical Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
6.1 Operating Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
6.2 Connecting the Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
6.3 Post-Connection Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
7 Commissioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
7.1 Installation and Function Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
7.2 LED Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
7.3 Function Test with Test Magnet (Optional Accessory) . . . . . 29

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8 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
8.1 Diagnostic Information via LED Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
9 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
9.1 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
10 Repair, Return, and Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
10.1 Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
10.2 Return. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
10.3 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
11 Optional Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
12 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
12.1 Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
12.2 Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
12.3 Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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1 Important Document Information
1.1 Document Function
This document contains all the information that is required in various phases of
the life cycle of the device: from product identification, incoming acceptance and
storage, to mounting, connection, operation and commissioning through to
troubleshooting, maintenance and disposal.
1.2 Document Conventions
1.2.1 Symbols Used
This document contains symbols for the identification of warning messages and
of informative messages.
Warning Messages
You will find warning messages in instances, whenever dangers may arise from
your actions. It is mandatory that you observe these warning messages for your
personal safety and in order to avoid property damages.
Depending on the risk level, the warning messages are displayed in descending
order as follows:
Informative Symbols
Action
This symbol indicates a paragraph with instructions. You are prompted to perform
an action or a sequence of actions.
Danger!
This symbol indicates an imminent danger.
Non-observance will result in personal injury or death.
Warning!
This symbol indicates a possible fault or danger.
Non-observance may cause personal injury or serious property damage.
Caution!
This symbol indicates a possible fault.
Non-observance could interrupt the device and any connected systems and
plants, or result in their complete failure.
Note!
This symbol brings important information to your attention.
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1.2.2 Electrical Symbols
1.2.3 Symbols for Certain Types of Information
1.2.4 Symbols in Graphics
1.2.5 Tool Symbols
Symbol Meaning
Ground connection
A grounded terminal which, as far as the operator is concerned, is
grounded via a grounding system.
Protective ground connection
A terminal which must be connected to ground prior to
establishing any other connections.
Table 1.1
)
*
Symbol Meaning
Allowed
Indicates procedures, processes or actions that are allowed.
Forbidden
Indicates procedures, processes or actions that are forbidden.
Table 1.2
Symbol Meaning
1, 2, 3 ... Item numbers
A, B, C, ... Views
A-A, B-B, C-C, ... Sections
Table 1.3
Symbol Meaning
Hexagon wrench
Table 1.4

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1.3 Documentation
Note!
The following document types are available in the download area of the
Pepperl+Fuchs web site: www.pepperl-fuchs.com.
Document type Document code
Technical information TI01147O/98/EN
Manual BA01285O/98/EN
Certificates ZE01010O/98/EN, overfill prevention
ZE01011O/98/EN, leaks
Table 1.5

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2 Basic Safety Instructions
2.1 Requirements for the Personnel
The personnel for installation, commissioning, diagnostics and maintenance must
fulfill the following requirements:
• Trained, qualified specialists must have a relevant qualification for this
specific function and task
• Are authorized by the plant owner/operator
• Are familiar with federal/national regulations
• Before beginning work, the specialist staff must have read and understood
the instructions in the Operating Instructions and supplementary
documentation as well as in the certificates (depending on the application)
• Following instructions and basic conditions
The operating personnel must fulfill the following requirements:
• Being instructed and authorized according to the requirements of the task by
the facility's owner-operator
• Following the instructions in these Operating Instructions
2.2 Intended Use
The measuring device described in these document may only be used as a limit
switch for liquids. Incorrect use may pose a hazard. To ensure that the measuring
device remains in proper condition for the operation time:
• the measuring devices may only be used for media against which the
process-wetted materials are adequately resistant.
• the limit values in "Technical Data" must be observed.
2.3 Improper Use
The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper or non-designated
use.
Residual risk
Heat transfer from the process can heat up the electronics housing and the
modules it contains to up to 80 °C (176 °F) during operation.
Danger of burns from contact with surfaces!
• For elevated fluid temperature, ensure protection against contact to prevent
burns.
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2.4 Workplace Safety
For work on and with the device:
• Wear the required personal protective equipment according to
federal/national regulations.
• Switch off the supply voltage before connecting the device.
2.5 Operational Safety
Risk of injury.
• Operate the device in proper technical condition and fail-safe condition only.
• The operator is responsible for interference-free operation of the device.
2.6 Product Safety
This measuring device is designed in accordance with good engineering practice
to meet state-of-the-art safety requirements, has been tested, and left the factory
in a condition in which they are safe to operate.
It meets general safety standards and legal requirements. It also complies with
the EC directives listed in the device-specific EC Declaration of Conformity.
Pepperl+Fuchs confirms this by affixing the CE mark to the device.

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3 Product Description
The Vibracon LVL-A7 is a limit switch for use in all liquids. It is used preferably in
storage tanks, mixing vessels and pipes.
3.1 Product Design
The device is available in different versions which can be assembled in
accordance with user specifications.
Figure 3.1
ACD
B
Versions Examples
A B C D
Electrical connection Valve plug Cable (cannot
be dismantled)
M12 plug M12 plug
Housing (sensor design)
for process temperatures
up to:
100 °C(212°F) 100 °C(212°F) 150 °C (302 °F) 150 °C(302°F)
Sensor type Compact
version
Short tube
version
Compact
version
Short tube
version
Table 3.1
Note!
Detailed information is available in technical information, see page 5.
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4 Incoming Acceptance and Product Identification
4.1 Incoming Acceptance
Is the order code on the delivery note (1) identical to the order code on the product sticker (2)?
Are the goods undamaged?
Do the data on the nameplates correspond to the order specifications on the delivery note?
Table 4.1
Note!
If one of these conditions is not met, please contact your Pepperl+Fuchs sales
office.
DELIVERY NOTE
1 = 2
DELIVERY NOTE
Ser.No.:
Order code:
Ext. ord. cd.:
TYPE 4X/6P Encl.
IP66/68/69K
CRN: OF1988.5C
TAG:
BA0xxxxF
MWP:
CUS
03
CUS
TYPE 4X/6P Encl.
IP66/68/69K
Date:
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4.2 Product Identification
The following options are available for identification of the measuring device:
• Nameplate data
• Order code with breakdown of the device features on the delivery note
• Scan the 2-D matrix code (QR code) on the nameplate: all the information for
the measuring device is displayed.
4.2.1 Nameplate
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
Device name
Manufacturer's address
Order code
Serial number
Marking for test magnet
Extended order code
Supply voltage
Signal output
Process and ambient temperature
Process pressure
Certificate symbols (optional)
Degree of protection: e. g. IP, NEMA
Certificate- and approval-specific data
Measuring point identification (optional)
Date of manufacture (year, month)
Data Matrix code
Document number of Operating Instructions
Note!
The test magnet is available as an accessory.
Ser. no.:
Order code:
I max.
U:
Ext. ord. cd.:
TAG:
BAxxxxF
Date:
06
CUS
N12895
1
2
3
45
6
78
910
12
13
15 16
17
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4.3 Storage and Transport
4.3.1 Storage Conditions
• Permitted storage temperature: -40 to +85 °C (-40 to +185 °F)
• Use original packaging.
4.3.2 Handling of the Device
Figure 4.1 Handling of the device
Warning!
Risk of injury caused by improper use of the device
Housing or fork may become damaged or tear!
• Transport the device to the measuring point in its original packaging or by the
housing.
• Do not hold the device by the fork.
• Do not use the device as a ladder or climbing aid.
• Do not bend the fork.
• Do not shorten or lengthen the fork.
G1
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5 Installation
5.1 Installation Conditions
5.1.1 Orientation
The limit switch can be installed in any position in a vessel, pipe or tank.
Figure 5.1 Installation options
1Overfill prevention or upper level detection
2Lower level detection
3Dry running protection for pump
1
2
2
3
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5.1.2 Switch Point
The switch point (A) on the sensor depends on the orientation of the limit switch
(water +25 °C(+77°F), 1 bar (14.5 psi).
Figure 5.2 Vertical and horizontal orientation, dimensions in mm (inch)
5.1.3 Viscosity
Switching delays may occur in the case of highly viscous liquids. Ensure that the
liquid can easily run off the tuning fork:
• If installing in vessels with high-viscosity liquids (A), the tuning fork may not
be located in the installation socket!
• If installing in vessels with low-viscosity liquids (B), the tuning fork may be
located in the installation socket!
• The installation nozzle must be no less than the minimum diameter of
50 mm (2.0 inch).
Figure 5.3 Installation options with consideration given to the liquid viscosity,
dimensions in mm (inch)
A
~30 (1.2)
A
A
~10.5(0.4)
~13 (0.5)
AHigh viscosity (< 10000 mPa·s)
BLow viscosity (< 2000 mPa·s)
≥ ø50 (2.0)
AB

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5.1.4 Buildup
Make sure that the installation socket does not exceed a certain length so that the
tuning fork can project freely into the vessel.
Possibilities for optimization:
• A vertical orientation of the limit switch keeps buildup to a minimum.
• Preferably flush-mounted on vessels or in pipes.
Figure 5.4 Buildup on tank wall, pipe wall and tuning fork

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5.1.5 Weld-in Adapter with Leakage Hole
If installed horizontally, ensure that the leakage hole is pointing down. This allows
leaks to be detected as quickly as possible.
5.1.6 Marking
The marking indicates the position of the tuning fork. If installed horizontally in
vessels, the marking is face up.
The marking appears either as a material specification (e. g. 316L) or a thread
designation (e. g. G1) in the following locations:
• On the hexagonal bolt of the process adapter
• On the nameplate
• On the weld-in adapter
Figure 5.5 Orientation in the vessel
Figure 5.6 Orientation in the pipe
±15°
±15°

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5.1.7 Installation in Pipes
During installation, pay attention to the position of the fork in order to minimize
turbulence in the pipe.
Figure 5.7
Figure 5.8
Dimensions mm (inch)
ø >50 (2.0)
<5 m/s (16 ft/s)
ø >10 (0.4)

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5.1.8 Installation in Vessels
If installed horizontally, pay attention to the position of the tuning fork to ensure
that the liquid can drip off easily.
The electrical connection, e. g. M12 plug, should be pointing down with the cable.
This can prevent moisture from penetrating.
Figure 5.9 Position of the fork in the case of horizontal installation in a vessel
5.1.9 Distance from Wall
Ensure that there is sufficient distance between the expected buildup on the tank
wall and the fork. Recommended distance from wall 10 mm (0.39 inch).
Figure 5.10
G1/2
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5.2 Mounting the Measuring Device
Required Tools
• Open-ended wrench: only turn by the hex bolt when screwing in.
Maximum torque: 30 Nm (22 lbf ft).
• Socket wrench: The socket wrench AF32 is available as an accessory,
seepage33.
Note!
Service in accordance with WHG: Prior to mounting the device, pay attention to
the WHG approval documents. The documents can be found in the download
area of the Pepperl+Fuchs website: www.pepperl-fuchs.com
Note!
Pay attention to the temperature and pressure specifications for seals used at the
customer site.
View, dimensions in mm (inch) Description
Thread accessory weld-in adapter
Example G3/4 (example in graphic on left)
• L1: 63.9 mm (2.52 inch)
• L2: 38.0 mm (1.5 inch)
G1
• L1: 66.4 mm (2.61 inch)
• L2: 48.0 mm (1.89 inch)
Pressure and temperature (maximum):
• +25 bar (+362 psi) at +150 °C (+302 °F)
• +40 bar (+580 psi) at +100 °C (+212 °F)
When using a weld-in adapter with flush-mounted
seal, the flat seal (1) supplied must be removed
from the thread.
1
2
Flat seal
Weld-in adapter
Metric thread in customer nozzle
Example G1
Pressure and temperature (maximum):
• +40 bar (+580 psi) at +150 °C (+302 °F)
1
2
L1
L2
32 mm
66.4 (2.6)
47.9 (1.8)
32 mm