Vega VEGAPULS 62 User manual

Operating Instructions
VEGAPULS 62
4... 20 mA/HART

Contents
1About this document
1.1Function ............................. 5
1.2Target group .......................... 5
1.3Symbolism used ....................... 5
2For your safety
2.1Authorised personnel.................... 6
2.2Appropriate use........................ 6
2.3Warning about misuse ................... 6
2.4CE conformity ......................... 6
2.5Compatibility acc.to NAMUR NE 53......... 7
2.6FCC/IC-Conformity (only for USA/Canada).... 7
2.7Safety information for Ex areas............. 8
2.8Manufacturer declaration ................. 8
2.9Environmental instructions ................ 9
3Product description
3.1Configuration.......................... 10
3.2Principle of operation.................... 11
3.3Adjustment ........................... 12
3.4Storage and transport ................... 12
4Mounting
4.1General instructions..................... 14
4.2Mounting preparations -Horn antenna ....... 15
4.3Mounting preparations -Parabolic antenna .... 16
4.4Mounting information .................... 17
4.5Mounting information .................... 18
5Connecting to power supply
5.1Preparing the connection ................. 25
5.2Connection procedure -Instrument housing.... 26
5.3Wiring plans,single chamber housing........ 27
5.4Wiring plans,double chamber housing ....... 29
5.5Wiring plans,double chamber housing Exd.... 31
5.6Wiring plans,version IP 66/IP 68,1bar ...... 33
5.7Switch-on phase ....................... 33
6Setup with the indicating and adjustment module
PLICSCOM
6.1Short description ....................... 34
6.2Installing the indicating and adjustment module
PLICSCOM ........................... 34
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6.3Adjustment system ..................... 35
6.4Adjustment system ..................... 36
6.5Setup procedure ....................... 37
6.6Menu schematic ....................... 43
6.7Saving the parameter adjustment data ....... 46
7Setup with PACTware™and other adjustment
programs
7.1Connecting the PC ..................... 47
7.2Parameter adjustment with PACTware™...... 48
7.3Parameter adjustment with AMS™and PDM .. 49
7.4Saving the parameter adjustment data ....... 49
8Maintenance and fault rectification
8.1Maintenance .......................... 50
8.2Fault rectification ....................... 50
8.3Exchange of the electronics module ......... 51
8.4Instrument repair ....................... 52
9Dismounting
9.1Dismounting procedure .................. 54
9.2Disposal ............................. 54
10 Supplement
10.1Technical data......................... 55
10.2Dimensions ........................... 70
10.3Industrial property rights.................. 78
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Supplementary operating instructions manuals
Information:
VEGAPULS 62 is available in different versions and is
supplied specifically acc.to the order.Depending on the
selected version,supplementary operating instructions man-
uals come with the shipment.The supplementary operating
instructions are stated in paragraph "Product description".
Operating instructions manuals for accessories and
replacement parts
Tip:
To ensure reliable setup and operation of your VEGAPULS 62,
VEGA offers accessories and replacement parts.The corre-
sponding documentations are:
lOperating instructions manual "External indicating and
adjustment unit VEGADIS 61"
lOperating instructions manual "Oscillator VEGAPULS
series 60"
lSupplementary instructions manual "Antenna impedance
cone VEGAPULS 62 and 68"
lSupplementary instructions manual "Flanges acc.to DIN-
EN-ASME-JIS"
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1About this document
1.1Function
This operating instructions manual has all the information you
need for quick setup and safe operation.Please read this
manual before you start setup.
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 operator.For safety and warranty reasons,
any internal work on the instruments must be carried out only
by personnel authorised by the manufacturer.
2.2Appropriate use
VEGAPULS 62 is a sensor for continuous level measurement.
Detailed information on the application range of VEGAPULS
62 is available in chapter "Product description".
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
VEGAPULS 62 is a high-tech instrument requiring the strict
observance of standard regulations and guidelines.The
emitting frequencies of all radar sensors are in the Cor K-band
range (depending on the instrument version). The low trans-
mitting power is far below the internationally permitted limit
values,and when used correctly,no health-endangering
effects are to be expected.The instrument can also be used
without restriction on the side of metallic,closed vessels.The
user must take note of the safety instructions in this operating
instructions manual,the country-specific installation standards
(e.g.the VDE regulations in Germany)as well as all prevailing
safety regulations and accident prevention rules.
2.5CE conformity
VEGAPULS 62 is in CE conformity with EMVG (89/336/EWG),
R&TTE directive (1999/5/EC), fulfils NAMUR recommenda-
tion NE 21 and is in CE conformity with LVD (73/23/EWG).1)
Conformity has been judged acc.to the following standards:
1)R&TTE-Richtlinie (1999/5/EC): Not with version with increased sensitivity.
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lEMC:EN 61326:2004
-Emission:Class B
-Susceptibility:Industrial areas
lR&TTE directive:I-ETS 300-440 Expert opinion No.
0043052-02/SEE,Notified Body No.0499
lLVD:EN 61010-1:2002
2.6Compatibility acc.to NAMUR NE 53
VEGAPULS 62 meets NAMUR recommendation NE 53.
VEGA instruments are generally upward and downward
compatible:
lSensor software for DTM VEGAPULS 62 HART,PA or FF
lDTM VEGAPULS 62 for adjustment software PACTware™
ladjustment module PLICSCOM for sensor software
The parameter adjustment of the basic sensor functions is
independent of the software version.The range of available
functions depends on the respective software version of the
individual components.
The software version of VEGAPULS 62 can be determined as
follows:
lvia PACTware™
lon the type label of the electronics
lvia the indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM
You can view all software histories on our website www.vega.
com.Make use of this advantage and get registered for update
information via e-mail.
2.7FCC/IC-Conformity (only for USA/Canada)
VEGAPULS with all antenna versions are FCC/IC approved
Unauthorized modifications could invalidate the FCC/IC
approval.Modifications must be expressly agreed to by VEGA.
The VEGAPULS 62 complies with Part 15 and RSS-210 rules.
Operation ist subject to the following conditions:
lThis device may not cause harmful interference
lThis device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device has been designed to operate with the antennas
listed in the chapter "Dimensions"or without antenna and
having a maximum gain of 33 dB.Antennas not included in this
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list or having a gain greater than 33 dBare strictly prohibited
for use with this device.The required antenna impedance is 50
Ohm.
2.8Safety information 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.
2.9Manufacturer declaration
In conformity with DIN EN 60079-14/2004,para.5.2.3,point
c1,the VEGAPULS 62 radar sensor is suitable for use in zone
2.
The operator must use the instrument correctly and follow the
specifications of the following documents:
lthis operating instructions manual
lthis manufacturer declaration (24626)
lthe corresponding installation regulations
Max.increase of the surface temperature during operation:
27 K(individual components in the instrument)
With an ambient temperature of +70°C(+158°F)on the
housing and a process temperature of +70°C(+158°F), the
max.ambient temperature during operation is +97°C(+207°F).
Measures for maintaining explosion protection during oper-
ation:
lOperate the instrument in the range of the specified
electrical limit values.Permissible supply voltage:see
"Technical data"
lMount and operate the instrument in such a way that no
danger of ignition by electrostatic charges is to be
expected.Antenna,process fitting and housing (as the
case may be depending on instrument version)are made
of electrically non-conductive plastic.
lMake sure that the seal is mounted correctly between
lower part of the housing and cover.Screw the cover on
tightly.
lMake sure there is no explosive atmosphere present if you
want to operate the instrument with opened cover
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lMake sure that the cable gland is tight and strain-relieved.
The outer diameter of the connection cable must be
adapted to the cable gland.Tighten the pressure screw of
the cable gland carefully.
lCover unused openings for cable glands tightly
lMount the instrument in such a position that the sensor
cannot touch the vessel wall or vessel installations.Keep
the influence of product movements in the vessel in mind.
lThe surface temperature of the housing must not exceed
the ignition temperature of the surrounding explosive
atmosphere
This instrument was assessed by a person fulfilling the
requirements acc.to DIN EN 60079-14.
2.10 Environmental instructions
Protection of the environment is one of our most important
duties.That is why we have introduced an environment
management system with the goal of continuously improving
company environmental protection.The environment man-
agement system is certified acc.to DIN EN ISO 14001.
Please help us fulfil this obligation by observing the environ-
mental instructions in this manual:
lChapter "Storage and transport"
lChapter "Disposal"
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3Product description
3.1Configuration
The VEGAPULS 62 radar sensor is available in two electronics
versions:
lStandard electronics type PS60K
lElectronics with increased sensitivity type PS60S
The respective version can be determined by means of the
type label on the electronics.
The electronics version influences the CE conformity,the
functional safety (SIL), the factory setting for the product
selection and vessel,form,the accuracy,the voltage supply as
well as the approvals of VEGAPULS 62.The differences are
specified in this operating instructions manual in the respective
paragraphs.
The scope of delivery encompasses:
lVEGAPULS 62 radar sensor
ldocumentation
-this operating instructions manual
-Supplementary instructions manual "Safety Manual -
Functional safety acc.to IEC 61508 (SIL)"2)
-Operating instructions manual "Indicating and adjust-
ment module PLICSCOM"(optional)
-Supplementary instructions manual "Heating for indi-
cating and adjustment module PLICSCOM"(optional)
-Supplementary instructions manual "Plug connector for
continuously measuring sensors"(optional)
-Ex-specific"Safety instructions"(with Ex versions)
-if necessary,further certificates
VEGAPULS 62 consists of the following components:
lHorn or parabolic antenna
lprocess fitting (depending on the version flange or thread)
loptionally available with purging air connection,reflux valve
lHousing with electronics,optionally available with plug
connector,optionally available with connection cable
lHousing cover,optionally available with indicating and
adjustment module PLICSCOM
The components are available in different versions.
2)Not with electronics version with increased sensitivity
Versions
Scope of delivery
Components
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1
3
Fig.1:VEGAPULS 62,threaded version with plastic housing
1Housing cover with integrated PLICSCOM (optional)
2Housing with electronics
3Process fitting with horn antenna
3.2Principle of operation
VEGAPULS 62 is a radar sensor in K-band (emitting frequency
approx.26 GHz)for continuous level measurement.
Aversion of VEGAPULS 62 is available for the respective
application.
The version with "thread and horn antenna with ø40 mm
(1.6in)"is particularly suitable for small tanks and process
vessels for measurement of virtually all products.
The version with "flange and horn antenna with
ø48 …95 mm (ø1.9…3.7in)"is particularly suitable for
storage tanks and process vessels,for measurement of
solvents,hydrocarbons and fuels under most difficult process
conditions.
The version with "parabolic antenna"is particularly suitable
for precise measurement of products with small dielectric
value.
The antenna of the radar sensor emits short radar pulses with
a duration of approx.1ns.These pulses are reflected by the
product and received by the antenna as echoes.The running
time of the radar pulses from emission to reception is
Area of application
Physical principle
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proportional to the distance and hence to the level.The
determined level is converted into an appropriate output signal
and outputted as measured value.
Two-wire electronics 4…20 mA/HART for power supply and
measured value transmission on the same cable.
The voltage supply range can differ depending on the
instrument version.The exact range is stated in the "Technical
data"in the "Supplement".
The backlight of the indicating and adjustment module
PLICSCOM is powered by the sensor.Prerequisite for this is a
supply voltage at a certain level.The exact voltage specifica-
tions are stated in the "Technical data"in the "Supplement".
This function is for instruments with StEx,WHG or ship
approval as well as country-specific approvals such as those
acc.to FM or CSA,available at a later date.
The optional heating requires its own power supply.Details
can be found in the supplementary instructions manual
"Heating for indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM".
This function is generally not available for approved instru-
ments.
3.3Adjustment
VEGAPULS 62 can be adjusted with four different adjustment
media:
lthe indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM
lthe suitable VEGA DTM in conjunction with an adjustment
software acc.to the FDT/DTM standard,e.g.PACTware™
and PC
lthe manufacturer-specific adjustment programs AMS™or
PDM
laHART handheld
The entered parameters are generally saved in VEGAPULS
62,optionally also in PLICSCOM or in PACTware™.
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 acc.to DIN EN 24180.
Supply
Packaging
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The packaging of standard instruments consists of environ-
ment-friendly,recyclable cardboard.For special versions,PE
foam or PE foil is also used.Dispose of the packaging material
via specialised recycling companies.
lStorage and transport temperature see "Supplement -
Technical data -Ambient conditions"
lRelative humidity 20 …85 %
Storage and transport tem-
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4Mounting
4.1General instructions
Select an installation position you can easily reach for
mounting and connecting as well as later retrofitting of an
indicating and adjustment module.The housing can be rotated
by 330°without the use of any tools.You can also install the
indicating and adjustment module in four different positions
(each displaced by 90°).
Warning:
The housing must not be used to screw in the instrument!
Applying tightening force on the housing can damage its
internal mechanical parts.
Use the recommended cables (see chapter "Connecting to
power supply")and tighten the cable gland.
You can give your VEGAPULS 62 additional protection against
moisture penetration by leading the connection cable down-
ward in front of the cable entry.Rain and condensation water
can thus drain off.This applies mainly to mounting outdoors,in
areas where moisture is expected (e.g.by cleaning processes)
or on cooled or heated vessels.
Fig.2:Measures against moisture penetration
The reference plane for the measuring range is the lower edge
of the flange or the seal surface of the thread.
Installation position
Screwing in
Moisture
Measuring range
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Information:
If the medium reaches the antenna,buildup can be caused
which can lead to faulty measurements later on.
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Fig.3:Measuring range (operating range)and max.measuring distance
1full
2empty (max.measuring distance)
3Measuring range
The process fitting must be sealed if there is gauge or low
pressure in the vessel.Before use,check if the seal material is
resistant against the measured product and the process
temperature.
The max.permissible pressure is stated in the "Technical
data"in the "Supplement"or on the type label of the sensor.
4.2Mounting preparations -Horn antenna
Information:
This information applies only to special versions!
VEGAPULS 62 is also available in versions where the
"antenna has a bigger diameter"than the process fitting
(thread,flange). The antenna must therefore be disconnected
from the process fitting before mounting.Proceed as follows:
1Loosen the hexagon screws (3)on the antenna socket with
an Allan key (size 3)
2Remove the antenna (4)
Pressure
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3Insert the antenna from below into the vessel socket and
secure it against falling off
4Retighten the antenna with hexagon screws to the antenna
socket;torque max.10 Nm(7.5lbf ft)
Note:
VEGAPULS 62 with purging air connection or with antenna
extension has a notch on the antenna socket.This notch must
fit with the marking on the hexagon of the process fitting.3)
3
4
1
2
Fig.4:Dismounting of the horn antenna
1Marking
2Notch
3Hexagon screws on the antenna socket
4Antenna
4.3Mounting preparations -Parabolic antenna
Information:
This information applies only to special versions!
VEGAPULS 62 is also available in versions where the
"antenna has a bigger diameter"than the process fitting
(thread,flange). The antenna must therefore be disconnected
from the flange before mounting.Proceed as follows:
1Clamp VEGAPULS 62 with the flange,e.g.in a bench vice
3)
3)The marking indicates the orientation of the polarisation plane of the radar
signal.
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2Hold the connection piece (3)with a wrench SW 22 on the
flattenings
3Unscrew the locknut (2)with SW 36 against the antenna
4Unscrew the compression nut (1)with a wrench SW 41
against the antenna
5Remove the parabolic antenna (4)axially
6Mount sensor flange to the adapter flange and clamp it
7Check if the O-ring is available on the adapter and if it is
undamaged.If necessary,replace:FKM (Viton)article no.
2.28248;Kalrez 6375 article no.2.27351
8Remount the parabolic antenna (4)
9Tighten compression nut (3)with SW 41,torque max.
50 Nm
10 Tighten locknut (2)with SW 36,torque max.40 Nm.
Note:
Make sure when using VEGAPULS 62 with purging air
connection that the holes in the antenna and in the process
fitting match.This ensures sufficient air flow.4)
1
2
3
4
Fig.5:Dismounting,parabolic antenna
1Compression nut
2Locknut
3Connection piece
4Parabolic antenna
4)
4)The air is lead through the holes to a feed system.Purging of the complete
antenna is not planned.
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4.4Mounting information
The illustrations on the mounting instructions show a VEGA-
PULS 62 with horn antenna.The mounting instructions also
apply to VEGAPULS 62 with parabolic antenna.
When mounting VEGAPULS 62,keep a distance of at least
200 mm (7.9in)to the vessel wall.If the sensor is installed in
the center of concave or arched vessel tops,multiple echoes
can arise.These can,however,be faded out by an appropriate
adjustment (see "Setup").
If this distance cannot be maintained,a false echo storage
should be carried out during setup.This applies particularly if
buildup on the vessel wall is expected.In such case,we
recommend repeating the false echo storage later on with
existing buildup.
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Fig.6:Mounting on dished vessel tops
1Reference plane
2Vessel center or symmetry axis
In vessels with conical bottom it can be advantageous to
mount the sensor in the center of the vessel,as measurement
is then possible down to the lowest point of the vessel bottom.
Horn and parabolic antenna
Installation position
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Fig.7:Vessel with conical bottom
Do not mount the instruments in or above the filling stream.
Make sure that you detect the product surface and not the
inflowing product.
Fig.8:Inflowing material
Socket pieces should be dimensioned such that the antenna
end protrudes at least 10 mm (0.4in)out of the socket.
Inflowing material
Socket
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ca. 10 mm
Fig.9:Recommended socket mounting
If the reflective properties of the medium are good,you can
mount VEGAPULS 62 on sockets higher than the antenna
length.You will find recommended values for socket heights in
the following illustration.The socket end should be smooth and
burr-free,if possible also rounded.Then carry out a false echo
storage.
d
hmax.
d
1½"
50 mm/2"
80 mm/3"
100 mm/4"
150 mm/6"
200 mm
250 mm
300 mm
500 mm
800 mm
hmax.
Fig.10:Deviating socket dimensions
With liquids,align the sensor directly towards the product
surface (as vertical as possible)to achieve optimum meas-
urement.
Sensor orientation
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