Siemens SITRANS LVL200E User manual

Instruction Manual ·September 2010
SITRANS LVL200E

Contents
1About this document
1.1Function.................................. 4
1.2Target group .............................. 4
1.3Symbolism used............................ 4
2For your safety
2.1Authorised personnel ........................ 5
2.2Appropriate use ............................ 5
2.3Warning about misuse ....................... 5
2.4General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.5Safety label on the instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.6CE conformity ............................. 6
2.7SIL conformity ............................. 6
2.8Safety instructions for Ex areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3Product description
3.1Structure ................................. 7
3.2Principle of operation ........................ 8
3.3Operation................................. 8
3.4Storage and transport ....................... 9
4Mounting
4.1General instructions ......................... 10
4.2Mounting instructions ........................ 14
5Connecting to power supply
5.1Preparing the connection ..................... 17
5.2Connection procedure........................ 17
5.3Wiring plan,single chamber housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6Set up
6.1In general ................................ 20
6.2Adjustment elements ........................ 20
6.3Functional chart ............................ 21
7Maintenance and fault rectification
7.1Maintenance .............................. 23
7.2Rectify faults .............................. 23
7.3Exchange of the electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
7.4Instrument repair ........................... 25
8Dismounting
8.1Dismounting steps .......................... 26
8.2Disposal ................................. 26
9Supplement
9.1Technical data ............................. 27
9.2Dimensions ............................... 34
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Supplementary documentation
Information:
Supplementary documents appropriate to the ordered version come
with the delivery.You can find them listed in chapter "Product
description".
Instructions manuals for accessories and replacement parts
Tip:
To ensure reliable setup and operation of your SITRANS LVL200E,we
offer accessories and replacement parts.The corresponding doc-
umentations are:
l33997 -Electronics module for SITRANS LVL200
lOperating instructions manual -Lock fitting for SITRANS LVL200E
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1About this document
1.1Function
This operating instructions manual provides all the information you
need for mounting,connection and setup as well as important
instructions for maintenance and fault rectification.Please read this
information before putting the instrument into operation and keep this
manual accessible in the immediate vicinity of the device.
1.2Target group
This operating instructions manual is directed to trained qualified
personnel.The contents of this manual should be made available to
these personnel and put into practice by them.
1.3Symbolism used
Information,tip,note
This symbol indicates helpful additional information.
Caution:If this warning is ignored,faults or malfunctions can
result.
Warning:If this warning is ignored,injury to persons and/or serious
damage to the instrument can result.
Danger:If this warning is ignored,serious injury to persons and/or
destruction of the instrument can result.
Ex applications
This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications.
lList
The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence.
àAction
This arrow indicates a single action.
1Sequence
Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure.
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2For your safety
2.1Authorised personnel
All operations described in this operating instructions manual must be
carried out only by trained specialist personnel authorised by the plant
operator.
During work on and with the device the required personal protective
equipment must always be worn.
2.2Appropriate use
The SITRANS LVL200Eis a sensor for level detection.
You can find detailed information on the application range in chapter
"Product description".
Operational reliability is ensured only if the instrument is properly used
according to the specifications 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.Arbitrary
conversions or modifications are explicitly forbidden.
2.3Warning about misuse
Inappropriate or incorrect use of the instrument can give rise to
application-specific hazards,e.g.vessel overfill or damage to system
components through incorrect mounting or adjustment.
2.4General safety instructions
This is a high-tech instrument requiring the strict observance of
standard regulations and guidelines.The user must take note of the
safety instructions in this operating instructions manual,the country-
specific installation standards as well as all prevailing safety
regulations and accident prevention rules.
The instrument must only be operated in a technically flawless and
reliable condition.The operator is responsible for trouble-free
operation of the instrument.
During the entire duration of use,the user is obliged to determine the
compliance of the necessary occupational safety measures with the
current valid rules and regulations and also take note of new
regulations.
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2.5Safety label on the instrument
The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must be
observed.
2.6CE conformity
This device fulfills the legal requirements of the applicable EC
guidelines.By attaching the CE mark,we provide confirmation of
successful testing.
2.7SIL conformity
SITRANS LVL200Efulfills the requirements to functional safety
according to IEC 61508/IEC 61511.You find further information in the
Safety Manual "SITRANS LVL200".
2.8Safety instructions for Ex areas
Please note the Ex-specific safety information for installation and
operation in Ex areas.These safety instructions are part of the
operating instructions manual and come with the Ex-approved
instruments.
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3Product description
3.1Structure
The scope of delivery encompasses:
lPoint level sensor SITRANS LVL200E
lDocumentation
-this operating instructions manual
-Safety Manual "Functional safety according to IEC 61508/
IEC 61511 (SIL)"
-Ex-specific"Safety instructions"(with Ex versions)
-if necessary,further certificates
The SITRANS LVL200Econsists of the following components:
lHousing cover
lHousing with electronics
lProcess fitting with tuning fork
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2
3
Fig.1:SITRANS LVL200E
1Housing cover
2Housing with electronics
3Process fitting
The type label contains the most important data for identification and
use of the instrument:
lArticle number
lSerial number
lTechnical data
lArticle numbers,documentation
Scope of delivery
Constituent parts
Type label
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3.2Principle of operation
SITRANS LVL200Eis a point level sensor with tuning fork for level
detection.
It is designed for industrial use in all areas of process technology and
can be used in liquids.
Typical applications are overfill and dry run protection.The small
tuning fork allows use in all kinds of tanks and vessels.Thanks to its
simple and rugged measuring system,SITRANS LVL200Eis virtually
unaffected by the chemical and physical properties of the liquid.
It functions even under difficult conditions such as turbulence,air
bubbles,foam generation,buildup,strong external vibration or
changing products.
Fault monitoring
The electronics module of SITRANS LVL200Econtinuously monitors
via frequency evaluation the following criteria:
lStrong corrosion or damage on the tuning fork
lLoss of vibration
lLine break to the piezo drive
If a malfunction is detected or in case of power failure,the electronics
takes on a defined switching condition,i.e.the contactless electronic
switch opens (safe condition).
The tuning fork is piezoelectrically energised and vibrates at its
mechanical resonance frequency of approx.1200 Hz.The piezos are
fixed mechanically and are hence not subject to temperature shock
limitations.The frequency changes when the tuning fork is covered by
the medium.This change is detected by the integrated electronics
module and converted into a switching command.
SITRANS LVL200Eis a compact instrument,i.e.it can be operated
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,aPLC,a pump etc.).
The data for power supply are specified in chapter "Technical data".
3.3Operation
With the factory setting,products with a density >0.07 g/cm³
(0.025 lbs/in³)can be measured.The instrument can be adapted if
products with lower density should be measured.
On the electronics module you will find the following indicating and
adjustment elements:
lSignal lamp for indication of the switching condition (green/red)
lDIL switch for sensitivity adjustment
lMode adjustment for selection of the switching condition (A/B)
Application area
Functional principle
Voltage supply
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3.4Storage and transport
Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport.Its
capacity to handle normal loads during transport is assured by a test
according to DIN EN 24180.
The packaging of standard instruments consists of environment-
friendly,recyclable cardboard.In addition,the sensor can be provided
with a protective cover of ABS.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 under 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
concealed 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:
lNot in the open
lDry and dust free
lNot exposed to corrosive media
lProtected against solar radiation
lAvoiding mechanical shock and vibration
lStorage and transport temperature see chapter "Supplement -
Technical data -Ambient conditions"
lRelative humidity 20 …85 %
Packaging
Transport
Transport inspection
Storage
Storage and transport
temperature
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4Mounting
4.1General instructions
Make sure that all parts of the instrument exposed to the process,in
particular the sensor element,process seal and process fitting,are
suitable for the existing process conditions.These include above all
the process pressure,process temperature as well as the chemical
properties of the medium.
You can find the specifications in chapter "Technical data"or on the
type label.
In general,SITRANS LVL200Ecan be installed in any position.The
instrument simply has to be mounted in such a way that the tuning fork
is at the height of the desired switching point.
The tuning fork has lateral markings (notches)that indicate the
switching point with vertical mounting.The switching point refers to
water with the basic setting of the sensitivity switch ≥0.7g/cm³
(0.025 lbs/in³). When mounting SITRANS LVL200E,make sure that
this marking is at the height of the requested switching point.Keep in
mind that the switching point of the instrument is shifted if the medium
has a density other than water -water 1g/cm³(0.036 lbs/in³). For
products <0.7g/cm³(0.025 lbs/in³)and >0.5g/cm³(0.018 lbs/in³)the
density switch must be set to ≥0.5g/cm³.
Keep in mind that foams with a density >0.45 g/cm³(0.016 lbs/in³)are
detected by the sensor.This can cause faulty switchings particulary
when used as dry run protection system.
Suitability for the proc-
ess conditions
Switching point
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