Tek-Trol TEK-BAR 3800E User manual

Quick Start Guide
TEK-BAR 3800E
Utilities/Non-Explosion Proof Multivariable Transmitter
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1. Before you begin
2. Unpack
3. Dimensional Drawing
This guide provides basic guidelines to assist you in quickly getting started.
Installation of the transmitter in an explosive environment must be in accordance with the
appropriate local, national, and international standards, codes, and practices. Review the
approvals section of the 3800E Utilities/Non-Explosion Proof MultivariableTransmitter reference
manual for any restrictions associated with a safe installation.
Do not remove the transmitter covers in explosive environments when the circuit is live.
Make sure the transmitter is installed by qualied personnel and in accordance with applicable
codes of practice.
Tek-Bar 3800E Utilities/Non-Explosion Proof Multivariable Transmitter
Fig 1: 3800E MVPT Front view Fig 2: 3800E MVPT Side View
Horizontal Impulse Piping Type
Ground Terminal
LCD Display(option)
Ø 83
200mm (LCD display)
Mounting bracket
(for pipe & well)
Relief Valve
(option)
Relief Valve
(option)
135.75mm (LCD display)
2 ½"
(62.75mm)
2 ½"
(62.75mm)
5 ½"
(139.75mm)
2 ⁄"
(53mm)
4 ¾"
(122mm)
2 ⁄"
(53mm)
7 ¾ "
(195.75mm)
7 ¼ "
(182mm)
8”
5½”

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• In all main interface (main interface 1, main interface 2), press the M key to enter the main menu interface.
You can select the corresponding menu item by pressing the S shift key and press M to enter. Each menu
item can be described in the following sections, as follows:
o Display unit: Changes in instantaneous, operating conditions, temperature, and pressure display
units.
o Self-test: Checking the instrument running status.
o Total reset: Clearing the accumulated trac.
o Setup: Setting instrument run parameters.
o Calibration: Setting the ow parameters and the temperature channel, pressure channel, current
output, ow coecient and dierential pressure transmitter zero calibration settings.
o Password: Modifying the settings, clear and calibrate passwords.
Fig 3: Wall Mounting Type Fig 4: Vertical Impulse Mounting
Fig 5: Display Menu
4. Display
Horizontal Impulse Wall Mounting Type Vertical Impulse Mounting Type
7"
(175mm)
2 ½"
(62.75mm)
2" pipe (Ø60.5)
Oval-Shaped Flange (option)

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5. Power Supply
Fig 6: Wiring Connection
1. Power supply:
1: Power supply 24V + 2: Power supply 24V-
2. Current output:
1: Power supply 24V+ 2: Current output I+ (with HART communication)
3. Pulse:
2: Pulse negative 3: Pulse positive
4. Temperature:
4: PT100A 5 and 6 short PT100B two-wire system
4: PT100A 5: PT100B 6: PT100B three-wire system
5. 485 communication:
7: RS485 B 8: RS485 A
Note:
1. Internal power supply battery can be used, and the service life is 2 or3 years;
2. When using current output or HART communication, you need to connect the external power supply
24V, which can be automatically switched. No setup.

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6. Installation
• Liquid Flow
Place taps on the side and mount the transmitter beside or below the taps. Ensure that the drain or
vent valves are oriented upwards.
Place taps on the top of the line and mount the transmitter above the taps.
• Gas Flow
Fig 7: Liquid Flow Installation
Fig 8: Gas Flow Installation

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Fig 10: Steam Flow Installation
7. Appendix
Product Warranty Description:
1. Product warranty period of 18 months.
2. The warranty period for the repaired, repaired and replaced parts during the warranty period is delayed
by one year from the date of shipment. If the extension of a year after the original warranty period has
not yet reached 18 months, it is the original warranty period of 18 months. Part of the repaired part of the
warranty period remains the same.
3. Out of the product warranty period, repair or replacement parts warranty period extended for one year
except the other part of the warranty period.
4. The warranty period for the product accessories purchased from a third party is based on the warranty
period determined by the third party. (Such as the terminal and the three valve group warranty period is
one year.)
• Steam Flow
Use impulse lines to place the transmitter away from the line. Place taps on the side of the line.
Mount the transmitter beside or below the taps. Fill impulse lines with water at start-up.

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