Siemens SITRANS LVL100 User manual

Operating Instructions • 07/2023
Vibrating Switches
SITRANS LVL100
IO-Link

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Contents
1 About this document ............................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Function ........................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Target group ..................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Symbols used................................................................................................................... 4
2 For your safety ......................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Authorised personnel ....................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Appropriate use................................................................................................................ 5
2.3 Warning about incorrect use............................................................................................. 5
2.4 General safety instructions............................................................................................... 5
2.5 Safety label on the instrument .......................................................................................... 6
2.6 Conformity........................................................................................................................ 6
2.7 Installation and operation in the USA and Canada ........................................................... 6
3 Product description ................................................................................................................. 7
3.1 Conguration.................................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Principle of operation........................................................................................................ 7
3.3 Adjustment ....................................................................................................................... 8
3.4 Supplementary cleaning procedures................................................................................ 8
3.5 Packaging, transport and storage..................................................................................... 9
4 Mounting................................................................................................................................. 10
4.1 General instructions ....................................................................................................... 10
4.2 Mounting instructions ..................................................................................................... 12
5 Connecting to power supply................................................................................................. 14
5.1 Preparing the connection ............................................................................................... 14
5.2 Wiring plan ..................................................................................................................... 14
6 Setup ....................................................................................................................................... 16
6.1 Indication of the switching status.................................................................................... 16
6.2 Simulation ...................................................................................................................... 16
6.3 Function table................................................................................................................. 17
7 Maintenanceandfaultrectication...................................................................................... 18
7.1 Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 18
7.2 Rectify faults................................................................................................................... 18
7.3 How to proceed if a repair is necessary.......................................................................... 19
8 Dismount................................................................................................................................. 20
8.1 Dismounting steps.......................................................................................................... 20
8.2 Disposal ......................................................................................................................... 20
9 Supplement ............................................................................................................................ 21
9.1 Technical data ................................................................................................................ 21
9.2 Device communication IO-Link....................................................................................... 24
9.3 Dimensions .................................................................................................................... 26
9.4 Trademark ...................................................................................................................... 29
Editing status: 2023-07-25

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1 About this document
1.1 Function
This instruction provides all the information you need for mounting,
connection and setup as well as important instructions for mainte-
nance,faultrectication,safetyandtheexchangeofparts.Please
read this information before putting the instrument into operation and
keep this manual accessible in the immediate vicinity of the device.
1.2 Target group
This operating instructions manual is directed to trained personnel.
Thecontentsofthismanualmustbemadeavailabletothequalied
personnel and implemented.
1.3 Symbols used
Information, note, tip: This symbol indicates helpful additional infor-
mation and tips for successful work.
Note: This symbol indicates notes to prevent failures, malfunctions,
damage to devices or plants.
Caution: Non-observance of the information marked with this symbol
may result in personal injury.
Warning: Non-observance of the information marked with this symbol
may result in serious or fatal personal injury.
Danger: Non-observance of the information marked with this symbol
results in serious or fatal personal injury.
Ex applications
ThissymbolindicatesspecialinstructionsforExapplications.
• List
The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence.
1 Sequence of actions
Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure.
Disposal
This symbol indicates special instructions for disposal.

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2 For your safety
2.1 Authorised personnel
All operations described in this documentation must be carried out
only by trained and authorized personnel.
During work on and with the device, the required personal protective
equipment must always be worn.
2.2 Appropriate use
The SITRANS LVL100 is a sensor for point level detection.
Youcannddetailedinformationabouttheareaofapplicationin
chapter " Product description".
Operational reliability is ensured only if the instrument is properly
usedaccordingtothespecicationsintheoperatinginstructions
manual as well as possible supplementary instructions.
For safety and warranty reasons, any invasive work on the device
beyond that described in the operating instructions manual may be
carried out only by personnel authorised by the manufacturer. Arbi-
traryconversionsormodicationsareexplicitlyforbidden.
2.3 Warning about incorrect use
Inappropriate or incorrect use of this product can give rise to applica-
tion-specichazards,e.g.vesseloverllthroughincorrectmounting
or adjustment. Damage to property and persons or environmental
contamination can result. Also, the protective characteristics of the
instrument can be impaired.
2.4 General safety instructions
This is a state-of-the-art instrument complying with all prevailing
regulations and directives.The instrument must only be operated in
atechnicallyawlessandreliablecondition.Theoperatingcompany
is responsible for the trouble-free operation of the instrument.When
measuring aggressive or corrosive media that can cause a danger-
ous situation if the instrument malfunctions, the operating company
has to implement suitable measures to make sure the instrument is
functioning properly.
The safety instructions in this operating instructions manual, the
national installation standards as well as the valid safety regulations
and accident prevention rules must be observed.
For safety and warranty reasons, any invasive work on the device
beyond that described in the operating instructions manual may be
carried out only by personnel authorised by us. Arbitrary conversions
ormodicationsareexplicitlyforbidden.Forsafetyreasons,onlythe
accessoryspeciedbyusmustbeused.
To avoid any danger, the safety approval markings and safety tips on
the device must also be observed.

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2.5 Safety label on the instrument
The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must be
observed.
2.6 Conformity
The device complies with the legal requirements of the applicable
country-specicdirectivesortechnicalregulations.Weconrmcon-
formity with the corresponding labelling.
The corresponding conformity declarations can be found on our
homepage.
2.7 Installation and operation in the USA and
Canada
This information is only valid for USA and Canada. Hence the follow-
ingtextisonlyavailableintheEnglishlanguage.
Installations in the US shall comply with the relevant requirements of
the National Electrical Code (NEC - NFPA 70) (USA).
Installations in Canada shall comply with the relevant requirements of
the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC Part) (Canada).

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3 Product description
3.1 Conguration
The scope of delivery encompasses:
• SITRANS LVL100 point level switch
• Test magnet
• Documentation
– This operating instructions manual
– Ifnecessary,certicates
The SITRANS LVL100 consists of the components:
• Housing with electronics
• Processttingwithtuningfork
Fig. 1: SITRANS LVL100
Thetypelabelcontainsthemostimportantdataforidenticationand
use of the instrument:
• Article number
• Serial number
• Technical data
3.2 Principle of operation
SITRANS LVL100 is a point level sensor with tuning fork for point level
detection.
It is designed for industrial use in all areas of process technology and
can be used in liquids.
Typicalapplicationsareoverllanddryrunprotection.Withatuning
fork of only 38 mm length, SITRANS LVL100 can be also mounted
e.g. in pipelines from DN 25. The small tuning fork allows use in
vessels, tanks and pipes.Thanks to its simple and robust measuring
Scope of delivery
Constituent parts
Type label
Application area

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system,SITRANSLVL100isvirtuallyunaectedbythechemicaland
physical properties of the liquid.
Itfunctionsevenunderdicultconditionssuchasturbulence,airbub-
bles,foamgeneration,buildup,strongexternalvibrationorchanging
products.
Function monitoring
The electronics module of SITRANS LVL100 continuously monitors
the following criteria via frequency evaluation:
• Strong corrosion or damage on the tuning fork
• Loss of vibration
• Line break to the piezo drive
If a malfunction is detected or in case of voltage supply, the electron-
icstakesonadenedswitchingstatus,i.e.theoutputisopen(safe
state).
The tuning fork is piezoelectrically energised and vibrates at its me-
chanicalresonancefrequencyofapprox.1100Hz.Whenthetuning
fork is submerged in the product, the frequency changes.This change
is detected by the integrated electronics module and converted into a
switching command.
SITRANS LVL100 is a compact instrument, i.e. it can be oper-
atedwithoutexternalevaluationsystem.Theintegratedelectronics
evaluates the level signal and outputs a switching signal. With this
switching signal, a connected device can be operated directly (e.g. a
warning system, a pump etc.).
Thedataforpowersupplyarespeciedinchapter"Technical data".
3.3 Adjustment
The switching status of SITRANS LVL100 can be checked when
the housing is closed (signal lamp). Products with a density > 0.7 g/
cm³ (0.025 lbs/in³) or ordered optionally with a density > 0.5 g/cm³
(0.018 lbs/in³) can be detected.
3.4 Supplementary cleaning procedures
3.4.1 Oil, grease and silicone-free
The SITRANS LVL100 is also available in the version " Oil, grease
and silicone-free".These instruments have passed through a special
cleaning procedure to remove oil, grease and paint-wetting impair-
ment substances (PWIS).
The cleaning is carried out on all wetted parts as well as on surfaces
accessible from outside.To keep the purity level, the instruments are
immediately packed in plastic foil after the cleaning process.The
purity level remains as long as the instrument is kept in the closed
original packaging.
Functional principle
Voltage supply

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Caution:
TheSITRANSLVL100inthisversionmustonlybeusedinoxygen
applications.
3.5 Packaging, transport and storage
Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport. Its
capacity to handle normal loads during transport is assured by a test
based on ISO 4180.
The packaging of standard instruments consists of environment-
friendly, recyclable cardboard. For special versions, PE foam or PE
foil is also used. Dispose of the packaging material via specialised
recycling companies.
Transport must be carried out in due consideration of the notes on the
transport packaging. Nonobservance of these instructions can cause
damage to the device.
The delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit
damage immediately at receipt. Ascertained transit damage or con-
cealed defects must be appropriately dealt with.
Up to the time of installation, the packages must be left closed and
stored according to the orientation and storage markings on the
outside.
Unless otherwise indicated, the packages must be stored only under
the following conditions:
• Not in the open
• Dry and dust free
• Notexposedtocorrosivemedia
• Protected against solar radiation
• Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration
• Storage and transport temperature see chapter " Supplement -
Technical data - Ambient conditions"
• Relative moisture 20 … 85 %
Packaging
Transport
Transport inspection
Storage
Storage and transport
temperature

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4 Mounting
4.1 General instructions
Note:
For safety reasons, the instrument must only be operated within the
permissibleprocessconditions.Youcannddetailedinformationon
the process conditions in chapter " Technical data" of the operating
instructions or on the type label.
Hencemakesurebeforemountingthatallpartsoftheinstrumentex-
posedtotheprocessaresuitablefortheexistingprocessconditions.
These are mainly:
• Active measuring component
• Processtting
• Process seal
Process conditions in particular are:
• Process pressure
• Process temperature
• Chemical properties of the medium
• Abrasionandmechanicalinuences
Theinstrumentissuitableforstandardandextendedambientcondi-
tions acc. to DIN/EN/IEC/ANSI/ISA/UL/CSA 61010-1. It can be used
indoors as well as outdoors.
In general, SITRANS LVL100 can be installed in any position.The
instrument only has to be mounted in such a way that the tuning fork
is at the height of the desired switching point.
Keep in mind that the swichting point can vary dependent on the
installation position.
The switching point refers to the medium water (1 g/cm³/0.036 lbs/
in³). Please keep in mind that the switching point of the instrument
shiftswhenthemediumhasadensitydieringfromwater.
Process conditions
Suitability for the ambient
conditions
Switching point

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2
3
1
11 mm
(0.43")
29 mm
(1.14")
Fig. 2: Vertical mounting
1 Switching point in water
2 Switching point with lower density
3 Switching point with higher density
2
1
Fig. 3: Horizontal mounting
1 Switching point
2 Switching point (recommended mounting position, particularly for adhesive
products)
Fig. 4: Measures against moisture ingress
Moisture

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Do not hold SITRANS LVL100 on the tuning fork.
Theprocessttingmustbesealedifthereisgaugeorlowpressure
in the vessel. Before use, check if the sealing material is resistant
against the measured product and the process temperature.
Themax.permissiblepressureisspeciedinchapter"Technical
data" or on the type label of the sensor.
The vibrating level switch is a measuring instrument and must be
treated accordingly. Bending the vibrating element will destroy the
instrument.
Warning:
The housing must not be used to screw the instrument in! Applying
tightening force can damage internal parts of the housing.
Usethehexagonabovethethreadforscrewingin.
4.2 Mounting instructions
For threaded versions of SITRANS LVL100 in combination with a
mounting boss with O-ring in front and welding marking.
SITRANSLVL100withthreadsizes½",¾"and1"haveadened
thread.This means that every SITRANS LVL100 is in the same posi-
tionafterbeingscrewedin.Removethereforethesuppliedatseal
fromthethreadofSITRANSLVL100.Thisatsealisnotrequired
whenusingaweldedsocketwithfront-ushseal.
Before welding, unscrew SITRANS LVL100 and remove the rubber
ring from the welded socket.
The welded socket is provided with a marking (notch).With horizontal
mounting, weld the socket with the notch facing upward or downward;
inpipelines(DN25toDN50)alignedwiththedirectionofow.
1
Fig. 5: Marking on the welded socket
1 Marking
In case of horizontal mounting in adhesive and viscous media, the
surfaces of the tuning fork should be vertical in order to reduce
buildup on the tuning fork.The position of the tuning fork is indicated
byamarkingonthehexagonofSITRANSLVL100.Withthis,youcan
check the position of the tuning fork when screwing it in. When the
hexagontouchestheseal,thethreadcanstillbeturnedbyapprox.
Transport
Pressure/Vacuum
Handling
Welded socket
Adhesive products

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halfaturn.Thisissucienttoreachtherecommendedinstallation
position.
In adhesive and viscous media, the surfaces of the tuning fork should
protrudeintothevesseltoavoidbuildup.Thereforenozzlesforanges
andmountingsbossesshouldnotexceedacertainlength.
30 mm
(1.18")
Fig. 6: Adhesive products
IfSITRANSLVL100ismountedinthellingstream,unwantedfalse
measurement signals can be generated. For this reason, mount
SITRANS LVL100 at a position in the vessel where no disturbances,
e.g.fromllingopenings,agitators,etc.,canoccur.
To make sure the tuning fork of SITRANS LVL100 generates as little
resistanceaspossibletoproductow,mountthesensorsothatthe
surfaces are parallel to the product movement.
Inowingmedium
Productow

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5 Connecting to power supply
5.1 Preparing the connection
Always keep in mind the following safety instructions:
Warning:
Connect only in the complete absence of line voltage.
• The electrical connection must only be carried out by trained,
qualiedpersonnelauthorisedbytheplantoperator.
• Alwaysswitchopowersupply,beforeconnectingordisconnect-
ing the instrument.
The instrument is connected with standard three-wire cable without
shielding.Ifelectromagneticinterferenceisexpectedwhichisabove
the test values of EN 61326 for industrial areas, shielded cable should
be used.
Make sure that the cable used has the required temperature resist-
anceandresafetyformax.occurringambienttemperature
5.2 Wiring plan
Fig. 7: Connection variant - M12 x 1 plug
M12 x 1 plug connection
This plug connection requires a prefabricated cable with plug. De-
pending on the version, protection IP66/IP67 or IP68 (0.2 bar).
For connection to binary inputs of a PLC.
For power supply, use an energy-limited circuit according to
EN 61010.
Note safety instructions
Connection cable
Housing overview
Plug versions
IO-Link

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LLC/Q1 LL
R
L
1
4
2
3
1
4
2
3
-
Max. Min.
-
++
Q2
Fig. 8: Wiring plan (housing), terminal assignment IO-link output with M12 x 1
plug connection
1 L+ Voltage supply (brown)
2 Max. level detection (white)
3 L- Voltage supply (blue)
4 Min. level detection/IO-Link communication (black)
RLLoad resistance (contactor, relay, etc.)

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6 Setup
6.1 Indication of the switching status
The switching status of the electronics can be checked via the signal
lamps (LEDs) integrated in the upper part of the housing.
The signal lamps have the following meaning:
• Green lights - voltage supply connected
• Yellow lights - vibrating element covered
• Redlightsbriey-functiontestduringinstrumentstart(forapprox.
1 s)
• Red lights - shortcircuit or overload in the load circuit (sensor
output high-impedance)
• Redashes-Erroronthevibratingelementortheelectronics
(sensor output high impedance)
6.2 Simulation
The SITRANS LVL100 has an integrated function for simulation of the
output signal which can be activated magnetically. Please proceed as
follows:
→ Hold the test magnet (accessory) against the circle symbol with
the label "TEST" on the instrument housing
Fig. 9: Simulation of the output signal
The test magnet changes the current switching condition of the instru-
ment.You can check the change on the signal lamp. Please note that
all connected device are activated during the simulation.
If SITRANS LVL100 does not switch over after several tests with the
test magnet, you have to check the plug connection and the con-
nection cable and try it again. If there is no switching function, the
electronicswillbedefective.Inthiscaseyouhavetoexchangethe
electronics or return the instrument to our repair department.
Caution:
It is absolutely necessary that you remove the test magnet from the
instrument housing after the simulation.

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6.3 Function table
The following table provides an overview of the switching conditions
depending on the set mode and the level.
Level Switching sta-
tus
Control lamp
Yellow - cov-
erage
Control lamp
Green - voltage
indication
Control lamp
Red - fault sig-
nal
Max.modeofop-
eration
closed
Max.modeofop-
eration
open
Min. mode of op-
eration
closed
Min. mode of op-
eration
open
Fault any open any

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7 Maintenanceandfaultrectication
7.1 Maintenance
If the device is used properly, no special maintenance is required in
normal operation.
The cleaning helps that the type label and markings on the instrument
are visible.
Take note of the following:
• Use only cleaning agents which do not corrode the housings, type
label and seals
• Use only cleaning methods corresponding to the housing protec-
tion rating
7.2 Rectify faults
The operator of the system is responsible for taking suitable meas-
ures to rectify faults.
Thedeviceoersmaximumreliability.Nevertheless,faultscanoccur
during operation.These may be caused by the following, e.g.:
• Sensor
• Process
• Voltage supply
• Signal processing
Therstmeasuretotakeistochecktheoutputsignal.Inmanycases,
thecausescanbedeterminedthiswayandthefaultsquicklyrectied.
Error Cause Rectication
Green signal
lampo
Voltage supply in-
terrupted.
Check the voltage supply and the ca-
ble connection
Electronics de-
fective
Exchangetheinstrumentorsenditin
for repair
Red signal lamp
lights (switching
output high-im-
pedance)
Error with the
electrical con-
nection
Connect the instrument according to
the wiring plan
Shortcircuit or
overload
Check the electrical connection
Red signal lamp
ashes(switching
output high-im-
pedance)
Vibrating fre-
quency out of
specication
Check the vibrating element on build-
up and remove it
Buildup on the vi-
brating element
Check the vibrating element and
the sensor if there is buildup and re-
move it
Vibrating element
damaged
Check if the vibrating element is dam-
ageorextremelycorroded
Maintenance
Cleaning
Reaction when malfunc-
tion occurs
Causes of malfunction
Faultrectication
Checking the switching
signal

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Depending on the reason for the fault and the measures taken, the
steps described in chapter " Setup" must be carried out again or must
be checked for plausibility and completeness.
7.3 How to proceed if a repair is necessary
If it is necessary to repair the instrument, please con-
tactSiemens.Youndthelocationsonourhomepage"
www.siemens.com/processautomation".
Reaction after fault recti-
cation

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8 Dismount
8.1 Dismounting steps
Warning:
Before dismounting, be aware of dangerous process conditions such
ase.g.pressureinthevessel,hightemperatures,corrosiveortoxic
products etc.
Take note of chapters " Mounting" and " Connecting to voltage sup-
ply" and carry out the listed steps in reverse order.
8.2 Disposal
Pass the instrument on to a specialised recycling company and do not
use the municipal collecting points.
Remove any batteries in advance, if they can be removed from the
device, and dispose of them separately.
If personal data is stored on the old device to be disposed of, delete it
before disposal.
If you have no way to dispose of the old instrument properly, please
contact us concerning return and disposal.