Siemens SITRANS P DS III User manual

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SITRANS
Pressure transmitter
SITRANS P DS III with PROFIBUS
PA
Operating Instructions
7MF4.34
06/2013
A5E00053276
-07
Introduction
1
Safety information
2
Description
3
Installing / mounting
4
Connecting up
5
Operation
6
Operator control functions
via PROFIBUS
7
Functional safety
8
Configuration/project
engineering
9
Commissioning
10
Repair and maintenance
11
Interrupts, error and system
alarms
12
Technical data
13
Dimension drawings
14
Spare parts / accessories
15
Appendix
A
List of
abbreviations/acronyms
B

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Table of contents
1 Introduction........................................................................................................................................... 11
1.1 Purpose of this documentation ....................................................................................................11
1.2 Product information......................................................................................................................11
1.3 History ..........................................................................................................................................11
1.4 Scope of the instructions..............................................................................................................12
1.5 Checking the consignment...........................................................................................................12
1.6 Transportation and storage..........................................................................................................13
1.7 Notes on warranty ........................................................................................................................13
2 Safety information ................................................................................................................................. 15
2.1 Precondition for use .....................................................................................................................15
2.1.1 Laws and directives .....................................................................................................................15
2.1.2 Conformity with European directives ...........................................................................................16
2.2 Improper device modifications .....................................................................................................16
2.3 Requirements for special applications .........................................................................................17
2.4 Use in hazardous areas ...............................................................................................................17
3 Description............................................................................................................................................ 21
3.1 System configuration ...................................................................................................................21
3.2 Application....................................................................................................................................22
3.3 Structure.......................................................................................................................................24
3.4 Nameplate layout .........................................................................................................................25
3.5 Measuring point label layout ........................................................................................................26
3.6 Principle of operation ...................................................................................................................26
3.6.1 Overview of mode of operation ....................................................................................................26
3.6.2 Operation of the electronics .........................................................................................................27
3.6.3 Principle of operation of the measuring cell.................................................................................28
3.6.3.1 Measuring cell for gauge pressure...............................................................................................29
3.6.3.2 Measuring cell for differential pressure and flow rate ..................................................................30
3.6.3.3 Measuring cell for level ................................................................................................................31
3.6.3.4 Measuring cell for absolute pressure from the differential pressure series .................................32
3.6.3.5 Measuring cell for absolute pressure from the gauge pressure series........................................33
3.6.3.6 Measuring cell for gauge pressure, front-flush membrane ..........................................................34
3.6.3.7 Measuring cell for absolute pressure, front-flush membrane ......................................................34
3.7 Remote seal.................................................................................................................................35
3.8 SIMATIC PDM..............................................................................................................................36
3.9 PROFIBUS...................................................................................................................................36

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3.9.1 Transmission technology ............................................................................................................ 36
3.9.2 Bus topology ............................................................................................................................... 36
3.9.3 Properties .................................................................................................................................... 37
4 Installing / mounting .............................................................................................................................. 39
4.1 Basic safety instructions.............................................................................................................. 39
4.1.1 Installation location requirements ............................................................................................... 43
4.1.2 Proper mounting.......................................................................................................................... 43
4.2 Disassembly................................................................................................................................ 44
4.3 Installation (except level)............................................................................................................. 45
4.3.1 Installation mounting (except for level) ....................................................................................... 45
4.3.2 Installation (except level)............................................................................................................. 46
4.3.3 Fastening..................................................................................................................................... 46
4.4 "Level" installation ....................................................................................................................... 48
4.4.1 Instructions for level installation .................................................................................................. 48
4.4.2 Installation for level ..................................................................................................................... 49
4.4.3 Connection of the negative pressure line.................................................................................... 50
4.5 "Remote seal" installation ........................................................................................................... 53
4.5.1 Remote seal installation .............................................................................................................. 53
4.5.2 Installation of the remote seal with the capillary line................................................................... 54
4.6 Turing the measuring cell against housing ................................................................................. 60
4.7 Rotating the display..................................................................................................................... 62
5 Connecting up....................................................................................................................................... 63
5.1 Basic safety instructions.............................................................................................................. 63
5.2 Connecting the device................................................................................................................. 66
5.2.1 PROFIBUS assembly guidelines ................................................................................................ 66
5.3 Connecting the M12 connector ................................................................................................... 69
6 Operation.............................................................................................................................................. 71
6.1 Overview of operation ................................................................................................................. 71
6.2 Basic safety instructions.............................................................................................................. 72
6.3 Information on operation ............................................................................................................. 72
6.4 Display......................................................................................................................................... 73
6.4.1 Display elements......................................................................................................................... 73
6.4.2 Units display................................................................................................................................ 74
6.4.3 Error display ................................................................................................................................ 74
6.4.4 Mode display ............................................................................................................................... 75
6.4.5 Status display.............................................................................................................................. 76
6.5 Local operation............................................................................................................................ 76
6.5.1 Control elements for local operation ........................................................................................... 76
6.5.2 Operation using buttons .............................................................................................................. 79
6.5.3 Setting/adjusting electrical damping ........................................................................................... 79
6.5.4 Calibrate zero point ..................................................................................................................... 80
6.5.5 Locking of buttons and functions ................................................................................................ 81
6.5.6 Measured value display .............................................................................................................. 82

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6.5.7 Unit...............................................................................................................................................84
6.5.8 Bus address .................................................................................................................................88
6.5.9 Device operation type ..................................................................................................................88
6.5.10 Position of the decimal point........................................................................................................90
6.5.11 Display of the zero-point adjustment ...........................................................................................90
6.5.12 LO calibration ...............................................................................................................................91
6.5.13 HI calibration ................................................................................................................................92
7 Operator control functions via PROFIBUS............................................................................................. 95
7.1 Communications structure for PROFIBUS PA.............................................................................95
7.1.1 Overview ......................................................................................................................................95
7.1.2 Block model for collection and processing of measured values ..................................................95
7.1.3 Pressure transducer block ...........................................................................................................98
7.1.3.1 Pressure transducer block (transducer block 1) ..........................................................................98
7.1.3.2 Linearization type function group ...............................................................................................100
7.1.3.3 Units of the pressure transducer block ......................................................................................102
7.1.4 Electronics temperature transducer block .................................................................................103
7.1.5 Analog input function block ........................................................................................................104
7.1.6 Totalizer function block ..............................................................................................................105
7.2 Overview of operating functions.................................................................................................106
7.3 Measurement .............................................................................................................................106
7.4 Settings ......................................................................................................................................107
7.4.1 Overview of settings...................................................................................................................107
7.4.2 Settings ......................................................................................................................................107
7.4.3 Pressure measurement..............................................................................................................107
7.4.4 Level measurement ...................................................................................................................108
7.4.5 Flow measurement ....................................................................................................................111
7.4.6 Adjusting to a desired process value .........................................................................................114
7.5 Electrical damping (filter time constant).....................................................................................116
7.6 Key lock and write protection .....................................................................................................116
7.7 Warning and alarm limits ...........................................................................................................117
7.8 Failure behavior .........................................................................................................................119
7.8.1 Overview of failure behavior ......................................................................................................119
7.8.2 Output ........................................................................................................................................119
7.8.3 Totalizer output ..........................................................................................................................119
7.9 Diagnostics functions .................................................................................................................120
7.9.1 Operating hours counter ............................................................................................................120
7.9.2 Calibration interval and service interval .....................................................................................120
7.9.3 Clearing warning ........................................................................................................................121
7.9.4 Clearing the alarm......................................................................................................................121
7.9.5 Min/max indicator.......................................................................................................................122
7.10 Simulation ..................................................................................................................................123
7.10.1 Overview of simulation...............................................................................................................123
7.10.2 Simulating output .......................................................................................................................123
7.10.3 Simulating input..........................................................................................................................124
7.10.4 Simulating the pressure sensor .................................................................................................124
7.10.5 Simulating sensor and electronics temperature.........................................................................125

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7.11 Calibrating the sensor ............................................................................................................... 126
7.12 Correcting for positional error.................................................................................................... 127
7.13 Reset ......................................................................................................................................... 128
7.13.1 Resetting to delivery state......................................................................................................... 128
7.13.2 Warm start/restart ..................................................................................................................... 128
7.13.3 Resetting the PROFIBUS address............................................................................................ 128
8 Functional safety..................................................................................................................................129
8.1 Safety function .......................................................................................................................... 129
8.2 Safety Integrity Level (SIL)........................................................................................................ 130
8.3 Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 132
8.4 Safety-related characteristics.................................................................................................... 133
8.5 Maintenance/Checking.............................................................................................................. 134
8.6 Add-on parts.............................................................................................................................. 134
8.6.1 Checking a device with add-on pneumatic block ...................................................................... 135
8.6.2 Checking a device with add-on remote seal ............................................................................. 135
8.7 PROFIsafe................................................................................................................................. 135
8.7.1 Introduction................................................................................................................................ 135
8.7.2 Technical advantages of PROFIsafe ........................................................................................ 136
8.7.3 Further information.................................................................................................................... 137
8.7.4 Preconditions ............................................................................................................................ 138
8.7.5 PROFIsafe Configuration.......................................................................................................... 138
8.7.5.1 Import EDD with SIMATIC PDM ............................................................................................... 139
8.7.5.2 Configure CPU with HW Config ................................................................................................ 139
8.7.5.3 Configure device with HW Config ............................................................................................. 139
8.7.5.4 Configure CFC .......................................................................................................................... 142
8.7.6 Write protection ......................................................................................................................... 144
8.7.6.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................... 144
8.7.6.2 Activate write protection using PIN in SIMATIC PDM............................................................... 145
8.7.7 PROFIsafe Commissioning....................................................................................................... 145
8.7.7.1 Activate and parameterize PROFIsafe with SIMATIC PDM ..................................................... 146
8.7.7.2 Commission PROFIsafe with SIMATIC PDM ........................................................................... 147
8.7.7.3 Check write protection with SIMATIC PDM .............................................................................. 152
8.7.7.4 Speeding up the commissioning process ................................................................................. 153
8.7.7.5 Resetting the device.................................................................................................................. 154
8.7.8 Quit PROFIsafe commissioning................................................................................................ 154
8.7.8.1 Preparations for maintenance and service ............................................................................... 154
8.7.8.2 Deactivating PROFIsafe commissioning in SIMATIC PDM ...................................................... 154
8.7.8.3 Disable write protection using PIN in SIMATIC PDM ............................................................... 155
8.7.9 Replacing a device.................................................................................................................... 155
8.7.9.1 Making settings locally .............................................................................................................. 155
8.7.9.2 Configuration with host system ................................................................................................. 156
9 Configuration/project engineering.........................................................................................................159
9.1 Cyclical data transfer................................................................................................................. 159
9.2 Configuring................................................................................................................................ 159
9.2.1 Overview of configuration.......................................................................................................... 159
9.2.2 Configuration of user data......................................................................................................... 159

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9.2.3 Transmission of user data over PROFIBUS ..............................................................................161
9.2.4 Status .........................................................................................................................................162
9.2.5 Diagnosis ...................................................................................................................................162
9.3 Acyclic data transfer...................................................................................................................164
10 Commissioning ................................................................................................................................... 165
10.1 Basic safety instructions ............................................................................................................165
10.2 Introduction to commissioning ...................................................................................................166
10.3 Gauge pressure, absolute pressure from differential pressure series, and absolute
pressure from gauge pressure series ........................................................................................167
10.3.1 Commissioning for gases...........................................................................................................167
10.3.2 Commissioning with steam or liquid...........................................................................................169
10.4 Differential pressure and flow rate .............................................................................................170
10.4.1 Safety notes for commissioning with differential pressure and flow rate ...................................170
10.4.2 Commissioning in gaseous environments .................................................................................171
10.4.3 Commissioning for liquids ..........................................................................................................172
10.4.4 Commissioning with vapor .........................................................................................................174
11 Repair and maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 177
11.1 Basic safety instructions ............................................................................................................177
11.2 Maintenance and repair work.....................................................................................................180
11.2.1 Defining the maintenance interval..............................................................................................180
11.2.2 Checking the gaskets.................................................................................................................181
11.2.3 Display in case of a fault ............................................................................................................181
11.2.4 Changing the measuring cell and application electronics..........................................................182
11.3 Cleaning .....................................................................................................................................182
11.3.1 Servicing the remote seal measuring system ............................................................................183
11.4 Return procedure .......................................................................................................................183
11.5 Disposal .....................................................................................................................................184
12 Interrupts, error and system alarms ..................................................................................................... 185
12.1 Overview of status codes...........................................................................................................185
12.2 Errors .........................................................................................................................................188
13 Technical data .................................................................................................................................... 191
13.1 Overview of technical data.........................................................................................................191
13.2 Input point ..................................................................................................................................192
13.3 Output ........................................................................................................................................199
13.4 Measuring accuracy...................................................................................................................200
13.5 Operating conditions ..................................................................................................................207
13.6 Construction ...............................................................................................................................210
13.7 Display, keyboard and auxiliary power ......................................................................................215
13.8 Certificates and approvals .........................................................................................................216
13.9 PROFIBUS communication .......................................................................................................218

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14 Dimension drawings.............................................................................................................................221
14.1 SITRANS P, DS III for gauge pressure and absolute pressure from the gauge pressure
series......................................................................................................................................... 221
14.2 SITRANS P DS III for differential pressure, flow rate and absolute pressure from the
differential pressure series........................................................................................................ 223
14.3 SITRANS P DS III for level........................................................................................................ 226
14.4 SITRANS P DS III (flush-mounted)........................................................................................... 227
14.4.1 Note 3A and EHDG................................................................................................................... 228
14.4.2 Connections as per EN and ASME........................................................................................... 228
14.4.3 F&B and pharma flange ............................................................................................................ 229
14.4.4 PMC Style ................................................................................................................................. 233
14.4.5 Special connections .................................................................................................................. 234
15 Spare parts / accessories.....................................................................................................................237
15.1 Order data ................................................................................................................................. 237
15.2 Spare parts/accessories for SITRANS P DS III ........................................................................ 237
15.3 Order data for SIMATIC PDM ................................................................................................... 240
15.4 Ordering data for PROFIBUS accessories ............................................................................... 240
A Appendix .............................................................................................................................................241
A.1 Certificate .................................................................................................................................. 241
A.2 Literature and standards ........................................................................................................... 241
A.3 Literature and catalogs.............................................................................................................. 242
A.4 Technical support...................................................................................................................... 242
B List of abbreviations/acronyms .............................................................................................................245
B.1 Pressure transmitter.................................................................................................................. 245
B.2 Functional safety ....................................................................................................................... 246
Glossary ..............................................................................................................................................249
Index ...................................................................................................................................................253

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Introduction
1
1.1
Purpose of this documentation
These instructions contain all information required to commission and use the device. It is
your responsibility to read the instructions carefully prior to installation and commissioning. In
order to use the device correctly, first review its principle of operation.
The instructions are aimed at persons mechanically installing the device, connecting it
electronically, configuring the parameters and commissioning it, as well as service and
maintenance engineers.
1.2
Product information
The programming manual is an integral part of the CD, which is either supplied or can be
ordered. The programming manual is also available on the Siemens homepage.
On the CD, you will also find the catalog extract with the ordering data, the Software Device
Install for SIMATIC PDM for additional installation, and the required software.
See also
Process instrumentation catalog (http://www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/catalogs)
Product information on SITRANS P in the Internet (http://www.siemens.com/sitransp)
1.3
History
This history establishes the correlation between the current documentation and the valid
firmware of the device.
The documentation of this edition applies to the following firmware:
Edition
Firmware identifier
nameplate
System integration
Installation path for PDM
06/2013 FW:300.01.08
FW:301.01.10
PROFIsafe
FW:301.02.03
FW:301.02.04
SIMATIC PDM V8.x SITRANS P DSIII
The most important changes in the documentation when compared with the respective
previous edition are given in the following table.

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1.4 Scope of the instructions
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Edition
Remark
06/2013 All safety information has been revised.
The following chapters have also been changed:
•"Functional safety" chapter
•"Technical data" chapter
1.4
Scope of the instructions
Table 1- 1 "7MF4.34" stands for:
Order number
SITRANS P, DS III series for
7MF4034
Gauge pressure
7MF4134
Gauge pressure, flush mounted diaphragm
7MF4234
Absolute pressure from the gauge pressure series
7MF4334
Absolute pressure from the differential pressure series
7MF4434 Differential pressure and flow rate, PN 32/160 (MAWP
464/2320 psi)
7MF4534
Differential pressure and flow rate, PN 420 (MAWP 6092 psi)
7MF4634
Level
1.5
Checking the consignment
1. Check the packaging and the device for visible damage caused by inappropriate handling
during shipping.
2. Report any claims for damages immediately to the shipping company.
3. Retain damaged parts for clarification.
4. Check the scope of delivery by comparing your order to the shipping documents for
correctness and completeness.
WARNING
Using a damaged or incomplete device
Danger of explosion in hazardous areas.
•Do not use damaged or incomplete devices.
See also
Return procedure (Page 183)

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1.6 Transportation and storage
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1.6
Transportation and storage
To guarantee sufficient protection during transport and storage, observe the following:
●Keep the original packaging for subsequent transportation.
●Devices/replacement parts should be returned in their original packaging.
●If the original packaging is no longer available, ensure that all shipments are properly
packaged to provide sufficient protection during transport. Siemens cannot assume
liability for any costs associated with transportation damages.
CAUTION
Insufficient protection during storage
The packaging only provides limited protection against moisture and infiltration.
•Provide additional packaging as necessary.
Special conditions for storage and transportation of the device are listed in "Technical data"
(Page 191).
1.7
Notes on warranty
The contents of this manual shall not become part of or modify any prior or existing
agreement, commitment or legal relationship. The sales contract contains all obligations on
the part of Siemens as well as the complete and solely applicable warranty conditions. Any
statements regarding device versions described in the manual do not create new warranties
or modify the existing warranty.
The content reflects the technical status at the time of publishing. Siemens reserves the right
to make technical changes in the course of further development.

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Safety information
2
2.1
Precondition for use
This device left the factory in good working condition. In order to maintain this status and to
ensure safe operation of the device, observe these instructions and all the specifications
relevant to safety.
Observe the information and symbols on the device. Do not remove any information or
symbols from the device. Always keep the information and symbols in a completely legible
state.
Symbol
Explanation
Consult operating instructions
2.1.1
Laws and directives
Observe the test certification, provisions and laws applicable in your country during
connection, assembly and operation. These include, for example:
●National Electrical Code (NEC - NFPA 70) (USA)
●Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) (Canada)
Further provisions for hazardous area applications are for example:
●IEC 60079-14 (international)
●EN 60079-14 (EC)

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2.2 Improper device modifications
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2.1.2
Conformity with European directives
The CE mark on the device is a sign of conformity with the following European directives:
Elec
tromagnetic
Compatibility EMC
2004/108/EC
Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the
approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to
electromagnetic compatibility and repealing Directive
89/336/EEC.
Atmosphère explosible
AT
EX
94/9/EC
Directive of the European Parliament and the Council on the
approximation of the laws of the Member States concerning
equipment and protective systems intended for use in
potentially explosive atmospheres.
Pressure Equipment
Directive PED
97/23/EC
Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the
approximation of the laws of the Member States concerning
pressure equipment.
The standards applied can be found in the EC declaration of conformity for the device.
2.2
Improper device modifications
WARNING
Improper device modifications
Danger to personnel, system and environment can result from modifications to the device,
particularly in hazardous areas.
•Only carry out modifications that are described in the instructions for the device. Failure
to observe this requirement cancels the manufacturer's warranty and the product
approvals.

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2.3
Requirements for special applications
Due to the large number of possible applications, each detail of the described device
versions for each possible scenario during commissioning, operation, maintenance or
operation in systems cannot be considered in the instructions. If you need additional
information not covered by these instructions, contact your local Siemens office or company
representative.
Note
Operation under special ambient conditions
We highly recommend that you contact your Siemens representative or our application
department before you operate the device under special ambient conditions as can b
e
encountered in nuclear power plants or when the device is used for research and
development purposes.
2.4
Use in hazardous areas
Qualified personnel for hazardous area applications
Persons who install, assemble, commission, operate and service the device in a hazardous
area must have the following specific qualifications:
●They are authorized, trained or instructed in operating and maintaining devices and
systems according to the safety regulations for electrical circuits, high pressures,
aggressive and hazardous media.
●They are authorized, trained, or instructed in carrying out work on electrical circuits for
hazardous systems.
●They are trained or instructed in maintenance and use of appropriate safety equipment
according to the pertinent safety regulations.
WARNING
Unsuitable device for the hazardous area
Danger of explosion.
•Only use equipment that is approved for use in the intended hazardous area and
labelled accordingly.
See also
Technical data (Page 191)

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WARNING
Loss of safety of device with type of protection "Intrinsic safety Ex i"
If the device has already been operated in non-intrinsically safe circuits or the electrical
specifications have not been observed, the safety of the device is no longer ensured for use
in hazardous areas. There is a danger of explosion.
•Connect the device with type of protection "Intrinsic safety" solely to an intrinsically safe
circuit.
•Observe the specifications for the electrical data on the certificate and in Chapter
"Technical data (Page 191)".
WARNING
Use of incorrect device parts in potentially explosive environments
Devices and their associated device parts are either approved for different types of
protection or they do not have explosion protection. There is a danger of explosion if device
parts (such as covers) are used for devices with explosion protection that are not expressly
suited for this type of protection. If you do not adhere to these guidelines, the test
certificates and the manufacturer warranty will become null and void.
•Use only device parts that have been approved for the respective type of protection in
the potentially explosive environment. Covers that are not suited for the "explosion-
proof" type of protection are identified as such by a notice label attached to the inside of
the cover with "Not Ex d Not SIL".
•Do not swap device parts unless the manufacturer specifically ensures compatibility of
these parts.
WARNING
Risk of explosion due to electrostatic charge
To prevent the build-up of an electrostatic charge in a hazardous area, the key cover must
be closed during operation and the screws tightened.
The key cover may be opened temporarily at any time for the purposes of operating the
transmitter, even during plant operation; the screws should then be tightened again.

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NOTICE
Electrostatic-sensitive devices
The device contains electrostatic-sensitive devices (ESD). ESD can be destroyed by
voltages far too low to be detected by humans. These voltages can occur if you simply
touch a component part or the electrical connections of a module without being
electrostatically discharged. The damage to a module caused by overvoltage cannot
normally be detected immediately; it only becomes apparent after a longer period of
operating time has elapsed.
Protective measures against the discharge of static electricity:
•Make sure that no power is applied.
•Before working with modules, make sure that you discharge static from your body, for
example by touching a grounded object.
•Devices and tools used must be free of static charge.
•Hold modules only by their edges.
•Do not touch connector pins or conductor tracks on a module with the ESD notice.

Safety information
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