SWR ENGINEERING Envea FlowJam A User manual

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Operating Instructions
SWR engineering Messtechnik GmbH enveaTM a trademark of Environnement S.A Group
FlowJam A
Bulk flow detection

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CONTENTS Page
1. Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2. Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3. Mounting and installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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3.1 Basic remarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.2 Installation of the sensor in general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . 5
4. Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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5. Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
6. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
7. Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
8. Declaration of conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
9. Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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Fig. 1: Dimensional drawing
1. Function
The radar flow detector FlowJam A indicates the flow of bulk materials
which moves through the detection range at a minimal
required speed of 0.1 m/s.
The detection is executed by evaluating
the Doppler’s effect, thus independent
of the flow direction.
The material flow is indicated by relays.
The sensor distinguishes between
two conditions:
•material flow
•material jam or standstill.
The Flowjam A is suitable for hose
diameters between 2 and 10 mm
(hoses with with metal inlay or liners cannot be used)

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2. Safety
The sensor FlowJam A was designed, built and tested to be safe and was shipped in safe condition.
Nevertheless persons or objects may be endangered by components of the system if these are operated in an
inexpert manner. Therefore the operational instructions must be read completely and the safety notes must be
followed.
In case of inexpert or irregular use, the manufacturer will refuse any liability or guarantee.
2.1 Regular use
•Only original spare parts and accessories of envea™ SWR engineering Messtechnik GmbH must be
used.
2.2 Identification of dangers
•Possible dangers when using the sensor are marked in the operating instructions.
2.3 Operational safety
•The sensor must be installed by trained and authorised personnel only.
•Switch off the power supply for all maintenance, cleaning or inspection works on the tubes or on
components of the FlowJam A.
•Before hot work the sensor must be removed from the installation place.
•The components and electrical connections must be checked for damages regularly. If a damage is
found, it is to be repaired before further operation of the instruments.
2.4 Technical progress
•The manufacturer reserves the right to adapt technical data to the technical progress without particular
advance notice. If you have any questions, envea™ SWR engineering Messtechnik GmbH will be pleased
to inform you on possible changes and extensions of the operating instructions.

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3. Mounting and installation
3.1 Basic remarks
Be careful to mount the sensor in an absolutely vibration-free area and that no parts within the detection
range are moving, because this might be detected as a material flow.
3.2 Installation of the sensor in general
The installation of the sensor depends on the conditions of the site.
When mounting the sensor, make sure that the sensor is fixed on a grounded plate before commissioning to
avoid damages due to electrostatic charge.
Fig. 2: Pin assignment

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4. Electrical connection
A maximum length of 300 m cable between sensor and transmitter should not be exceeded.
Fig. 3: Wiring diagram for DIN Rail electronic
Fig. 4: Wiring of sensor and DIN Rail electronic Fig. 5: FlowJam A and DIN Rail electronic
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7
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11
12
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Relay NC
Relay COM
Relay NO
Sensor power suppy GND
Sensor power suppy + 12 V
Power supply 0 VDC
Power supply 24 VDC
Relay

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5. Commissioning
All operational controls required for the alignment
are shown in fig. 11.
Control elements:
•LED 1: Signal strength
•LED 2: Material flow
•S1: Switching between
working current / closed current
•S2: Coarse adjustment of sensitivity
•P1: Threshold level
•P2: Delay time
Switch S1
The position of switch S1 determines, whether the relay is attracted up or released at material flow.
Position ”2” (off) causes alarm in case of material flow:
•material flow - relay is attracted
- contacts 7 + 8 closed
•no material flow - relay is released
- contacts 6 + 7 closed
Position ”1” (on) causes alarm when there is no material flow:
•material flow - relay is released
- contacts 6 + 7 closed
•no material flow - relay is attracted
- contacts 7 + 8 closed
LED 1
The LED 1 (red) lightning shows the signal strength by its luminosity; that is, no lightning if no reception
signal (no material flow, no vibrations, etc.), weak lightning if low and strong lightning if intense reception
signal.
LED 2
The LED 2 (green) lights always up, if material flow is detected; this display is independent of the position
of the switch S1.
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Fig. 11: Position of control elements

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Adjustment of sensitivity
Hereto use switch S2, potentiometer P1 and potentiometer P2.
The control elements are in the following positions at the delivery (this basis is crucial for the
commissioning):
•P1 (fine adjustment of sensitivity): at the left lay, thus insensitive
•S2 (coarse adjustment of sensitivity): switch at (on), thus relatively insensitive
•P2 (delay time): at the left lay, thus minimal delay of 250 ms
Now start your machine in order to guarantee material flow. In consequence the LED 1 must light-up. If the
LED 1 doesn’t light-up, then the switch S2 has to be set on (off).
Now choose the position of the switch S1 accordingly, if the relay has to be turned (on) or (off) at material
flow.
Enhance the sensitivity so long until the LED 2 glows and the relay switches (off) or (on).
If you interrupt the material flow, both LED lightning must go out, whereas the LED 2 goes out at the latest
if the delay time ends.
Finally, you can adjust the delay time according to your requirements with potentiometer P2 in the range of
250 ms ... 15 s.
6. Troubleshooting
If LED 1 does not light up even at the largest possible amplification, the following points must be checked:
•properties of the material flow (see e. g. fig. 7)
•positioning of the installation
•distance between the sensor and the material flow
If LED 1 lights up without an existing material flow and with minimal amplification adjusted on S2 and P1,
it is very likely that the sensor detects the motion of something else or vibrations.
Attention: Does the LED 1 lights up continuously, then either there is no connection between sensor and
DIN Rail electronic, or the sensor is broken!
7. Notice
•Avoidance of reflection by vibration or moving line parts
•Setting of the amplification by potentiometer P1 until just of the switching threshold (LED 2 glows)

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8. Declaration of conformity
Conforms to the following product specifications:
Number: 89/336/EEC
Text: Electromagnetic Compatibility
The product herewith complies to requirements of the EMC directive 89/336/EEC:
Reference no. Date Reference no. Date
DIN EN 55011 2007 DIN EN 61000-4-3 1997
DIN EN 61000-1 DIN EN 61000-6-1 2002
DIN EN 61000-3-2 2001 DIN EN 61000-6-2 2000
DIN EN 61000-3-3 2001 DIN EN 61000-6-3 2002
9. Technical data
Sensor
Power supply 12 V DC powered by transmitter
Power consumption approx. 1.5 W
Housing Aluminium
Protection system IP 65
Process temperature - 20 ... + 60 °C
Ambient temperature - 20 ... + 60 °C
Required material speed for detection min. 0.1 m/s
Measuring frequency K-Band 24.125 GHz / ± 100 MHz
Transmitting power max. 5 mW
Dimensions Housing: L 122 mm / W 39 mm / H 44 mm
Weight approx. 190 g
Transmitter
Power supply 24 V DC ± 10 %
Power consumption approx. 3.5 W
Relay (max.)
• Voltage
• Current
• Power
max. 110 V AC
max. 1 A
60 W
Fall-delay time 250 ms ... 15 s (continuously adjustable)
Weight approx. 172 g
EN 07/03/2018
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