Vega VEGAPULS 63 User manual

Operating Instructions
VEGAPULS 63
4…20 mA/HART -four-wire
Radar

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 approval markings and safety tips . . . . . 6
2.6CE conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.7Fulfilling of NAMUR recommendations . . . . . . . 6
2.8FCC/IC conformity (only for USA/Canada) . . . . . 7
2.9Safety instructions for Ex areas . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.10 Environmental instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3Product description
3.1Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.2Principle of operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.3Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.4Packaging,transport and storage . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4Mounting
4.1General instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.2Mounting instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5Connecting to power supply
5.1Preparing the connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.2Connection procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.3Wiring plan,double chamber housing . . . . . . . . 23
5.4Switch on phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
6Set up with the indicating and adjustment module
PLICSCOM
6.1Short description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
6.2Insert indicating and adjustment module . . . . . . 27
6.3Adjustment system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
6.4Setup procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6.5Menu schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
6.6Saving the parameter adjustment data . . . . . . . 39
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7Setup with PACTware and other adjustment programs
7.1Connecting the PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
7.2Parameter adjustment with PACTware . . . . . . . 41
7.3Parameter adjustment with AMS™and PDM . . 42
7.4Saving the parameter adjustment data . . . . . . . 42
8Maintenance and fault rectification
8.1Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
8.2Remove interferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
8.3Exchanging the electronics module. . . . . . . . . . 45
8.4Instrument repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
9Dismounting
9.1Dismounting steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
9.2Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
10 Supplement
10.1Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
10.2Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
10.3Industrial property rights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
10.4Trademark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
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 VEGAPULS 63,
we offer accessories and replacement parts.The associated
documents are:
l27720 -VEGADIS 61
l30176 -Electronics module VEGAPULS series 60
l31088 -Flanges according to DIN-EN-ASME-JIS
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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
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 malfunc-
tions 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
protection equipment must always be worn.
2.2Appropriate use
VEGAPULS 63 is a sensor for continuous level measurement.
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.
Depending on the model,the emitting frequencies of all radar
sensors are either in the Cor Kband range.The low
transmitting power lies far below the internationally permitted
limit values.When the instrument used correctly,it presents no
danger to human health.It may be operated without restriction
outside of closed metallic vessels.
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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 required occupational safety
measures with the current valid rules and regulations and also
take note of new regulations.
2.5Safety approval markings and safety tips
The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device
must be observed.
2.6CE conformity
The protection goals of the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
(EMC), the R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and the Low Voltage
Directive 2006/95/EC (LVD)are fulfilled.1)
Conformity has been judged according to the following
standards:
EMC:EN 61326-1:2006
(electrical instruments for control technology and laboratory
use -EMC requirements)
lEmission:Class B
lSusceptibility:Industrial areas
R&TTE
I-ETS 300-440 Expert opinion No.0043052-02/SEE,Notified
Body No.0499
LVD:EN 61010-1:2001
(safety regulations for electrical measurement,control and
laboratory instruments -part 1:General requirements)
2.7Fulfilling of NAMUR recommendations
With respect to interference resistance and emitted interfer-
ence,the NAMUR recommendation NE 21 is fulfilled.
With respect to compatibility,the NAMUR recommendation
NE 53 is fulfilled.This applies also to the corresponding
indicating and adjustment components.VEGA instruments are
generally upward and downward compatible.
lSensor software for DTM VEGAPULS 63 HART,PA or FF
1)R&TTE-Richtlinie 1999/5/EC:Not with version with increased sensitivity.
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lDTM VEGAPULS 63 for adjustment software PACTware
lIndicating and adjustment module 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 63 can be determined as
follows:
lvia PACTware
lon the type label of the electronics
lvia the indicating and adjustment module
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.
2.8FCC/IC conformity (only for USA/Canada)
VEGAPULS sensors with all antenna versions are FCC/IC
approved.
Modifications not expressly approved by VEGA will lead to
expiry of the operating licence according to FCC/IC.
VEGAPULS 63 is in conformity with part 15 of the FCC
directives and fulfills the RSS-210 regulations.Note the
corresponding regulations for operation:
lThe instrument must not cause any interfering emissions
lThis device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The instrument is designed for operation with an antenna
according to chapter "Dimensions"of this operating instruc-
tions manual,with a max.amplification of 33 dB.The
instrument must not be operated with antennas not listed
therein or those having an amplification of more than 33 dB.
The required antenna impedance is 50 Ω.
2.9Safety 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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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 according to DIN EN ISO 14001.
Please help us fulfil this obligation by observing the environ-
mental instructions in this manual:
lChapter "Packaging,transport and storage"
lChapter "Disposal"
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3Product description
3.1Configuration
The VEGAPULS 63 radar sensor is available in two electronics
versions:
lStandard electronics type PS60KV
lElectronics with increased sensitivity type PS60KE
The respective version can be determined by means of the
type label on the electronics.
The electronics version influences the CE conformity,the
factory setting for the medium selection and vessel form,the
accuracy as well as the approvals of VEGAPULS 63.The
differences are listed in the respective sections of this
operating instructions manual.
The scope of delivery encompasses:
lVEGAPULS 63 radar sensor
lDocumentation
-this operating instructions manual
-Safety Manual 31338 "VEGAPULS series 60 -
4…20 mA/HART"
-Operating instructions manual -27835 "Indicating and
adjustment module PLICSCOM"(optional)
-Ex-specific"Safety instructions"(with Ex-versions)
-if necessary,further certificates
VEGAPULS 63 consists of the following components:
lProcess fitting with encapsulated antenna system
lHousing with electronics
lHousing cover,optionally available with indicating and
adjustment module PLICSCOM
The components are available in different versions.
Versions
Scope of delivery
Components
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2
3
Fig.1:VEGAPULS 63 -flange version with Alu double chamber housing
1Housing cover with integrated PLICSCOM (optional)
2Housing with electronics
3Process fitting with encapsulated antenna system
3.2Principle of operation
VEGAPULS 63 is a radar sensor in K-band technology
(emitting frequency approx.26 GHz)for continuous level
measurement.It is particularly suitable for small vessels that
contain aggressive liquids under easy process conditions.
The electronics version "Increased sensitivity"enables the
use of VEGAPULS 63 also in applications with very bad
reflective properties or products with low e
r
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
proportional to the distance and hence to the level.The
determined level is converted into an appropriate output signal
and outputted as measured value.
Four-wire electronics with separate power supply.
The supply voltage range can differ depending on the
instrument version.
Data for power supply is specified in chapter "Technical data".
Area of application
Functional principle
Voltage supply
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