Vega VEGAPULS 66 User manual

Operating Instructions
Radar sensor for continuous level
measurement of liquids
VEGAPULS 66
Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART
Document ID: 36519

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Contents
VEGAPULS 66 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART
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Contents
1 About this document ............................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Function ........................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Target group ..................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Symbols used................................................................................................................... 4
2 For your safety ......................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Authorised personnel ....................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Appropriate use................................................................................................................ 5
2.3 Warning about incorrect use............................................................................................. 5
2.4 General safety instructions............................................................................................... 5
2.5 EU conformity................................................................................................................... 6
2.6 NAMUR recommendations .............................................................................................. 6
2.7 Radio license for Europe .................................................................................................. 6
2.8 Radio license for USA ...................................................................................................... 6
2.9 Installation and operation in the USA and Canada ........................................................... 7
2.10 Environmental instructions ............................................................................................... 7
3 Product description ................................................................................................................. 8
3.1 Conguration.................................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Principle of operation........................................................................................................ 9
3.3 Packaging, transport and storage..................................................................................... 9
3.4 Accessories and replacement parts ............................................................................... 10
4 Mounting................................................................................................................................. 12
4.1 General instructions ....................................................................................................... 12
4.2 Mounting instructions ..................................................................................................... 13
4.3 Measurement setup - Pipes ........................................................................................... 17
5 Connecting to power supply................................................................................................. 23
5.1 Preparing the connection ............................................................................................... 23
5.2 Connecting..................................................................................................................... 24
5.3 Wiring plan, single chamber housing.............................................................................. 25
5.4 Wiring plan, double chamber housing ............................................................................ 26
5.5 Wiring plan, Ex-d-ia double chamber housing................................................................ 28
5.6 Double chamber housing with VEGADIS-Adapter.......................................................... 29
5.7 Wiring plan - version IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar........................................................................... 30
5.8 Switch-on phase............................................................................................................. 30
6 Set up with the display and adjustment module ................................................................ 31
6.1 Insert display and adjustment module............................................................................ 31
6.2 Adjustment system......................................................................................................... 32
6.3 Measured value indication - Selection of national language........................................... 33
6.4 Parameter adjustment .................................................................................................... 34
6.5 Saving the parameterisation data................................................................................... 52
7 Setup with PACTware............................................................................................................. 53
7.1 Connect the PC.............................................................................................................. 53
7.2 Parameter adjustment with PACTware............................................................................ 53
7.3 Saving the parameterisation data................................................................................... 55
8 Set up with other systems .................................................................................................... 56
8.1 DD adjustment programs ............................................................................................... 56

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8.2 Field Communicator 375, 475 ........................................................................................ 56
9 Diagnosis, asset management and service ........................................................................ 57
9.1 Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 57
9.2 Measured value and event memory ............................................................................... 57
9.3 Asset Management function........................................................................................... 58
9.4 Rectify faults................................................................................................................... 61
9.5 Exchanging the electronics module................................................................................ 65
9.6 Software update ............................................................................................................. 65
9.7 How to proceed if a repair is necessary.......................................................................... 66
10 Dismount................................................................................................................................. 67
10.1 Dismounting steps.......................................................................................................... 67
10.2 Disposal ......................................................................................................................... 67
11 Supplement ............................................................................................................................ 68
11.1 Technical data ................................................................................................................ 68
11.2 Dimensions .................................................................................................................... 76
11.3 Industrial property rights................................................................................................. 82
11.4 Trademark ...................................................................................................................... 82
Safety instructions for Ex areas
TakenoteoftheExspecicsafetyinstructionsforExapplications.
These instructions are attached as documents to each instrument
with Ex approval and are part of the operating instructions.
Editing status: 2019-05-29

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1 About this document
VEGAPULS 66 • Two-wire 4 … 20 mA/HART
36519-EN-190529
1 About this document
1.1 Function
This operating instructions provides all the information you need for
mounting, connection and setup as well as important instructions for
maintenance,faultrectication,theexchangeofpartsandthesafety
of the user. Please read this information before putting the instrument
into operation and keep this manual accessible in the immediate
vicinity of the device.
1.2 Target group
This operating instructions manual is directed to trained personnel.
Thecontentsofthismanualmustbemadeavailabletothequalied
personnel and implemented.
1.3 Symbols used
Document ID
This symbol on the front page of this instruction refers to the Docu-
ment ID. By entering the Document ID on www.vega.com you will
reach the document download.
Information, note, tip: This symbol indicates helpful additional infor-
mation and tips for successful work.
Note: This symbol indicates notes to prevent failures, malfunctions,
damage to devices or plants.
Caution: Non-observance of the information marked with this symbol
may result in personal injury.
Warning: Non-observance of the information marked with this symbol
may result in serious or fatal personal injury.
Danger: Non-observance of the information marked with this symbol
results in serious or fatal personal injury.
Ex applications
This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications.
• List
The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence.
→ Action
This arrow indicates a single action.
1 Sequence of actions
Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure.
Battery disposal
This symbol indicates special information about the disposal of bat-
teries and accumulators.

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2 For your safety
2.1 Authorised personnel
All operations described in this documentation must be carried out
onlybytrained,qualiedpersonnelauthorisedbytheplantoperator.
During work on and with the device, the required personal protective
equipment must always be worn.
2.2 Appropriate use
VEGAPULS 66 is a sensor for continuous level measurement.
Youcannddetailedinformationabouttheareaofapplicationin
chapter "Product description".
Operational reliability is ensured only if the instrument is properly
usedaccordingtothespecicationsintheoperatinginstructions
manual as well as possible supplementary instructions.
2.3 Warning about incorrect use
Inappropriate or incorrect use of this product can give rise to applica-
tion-specichazards,e.g.vesseloverllthroughincorrectmounting
or adjustment. Damage to property and persons or environmental
contamination can result. Also, the protective characteristics of the
instrument can be impaired.
2.4 General safety instructions
This is a state-of-the-art instrument complying with all prevailing
regulations and directives. The instrument must only be operated in a
technicallyawlessandreliablecondition.Theoperatorisresponsi-
ble for the trouble-free operation of the instrument. When measuring
aggressive or corrosive media that can cause a dangerous situation
if the instrument malfunctions, the operator has to implement suitable
measures to make sure the instrument is functioning properly.
During the entire duration of use, the user is obliged to determine the
compliance of the necessary occupational safety measures with the
current valid rules and regulations and also take note of new regula-
tions.
The safety instructions in this operating instructions manual, the na-
tional installation standards as well as the valid safety regulations and
accident prevention rules must be observed by the user.
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. Arbi-
traryconversionsormodicationsareexplicitlyforbidden.Forsafety
reasons,onlytheaccessoryspeciedbythemanufacturermustbe
used.
To avoid any danger, the safety approval markings and safety tips on
the device must also be observed and their meaning read in this oper-
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The low transmitting power of the radar sensor is far below the inter-
nationally approved limits. No health impairments are to be expected
with intended use.The band range of the transmission frequency can
be found in chapter "Technical data".
2.5 EU conformity
ThedevicefullsthelegalrequirementsoftheapplicableEUdirec-
tives.ByaxingtheCEmarking,weconrmtheconformityofthe
instrument with these directives.
The EU conformity declaration can be found on our homepage.
Electromagnetic compatibility
Instruments in four-wire or Ex-d-ia version are designed for use in an
industrial environment. Nevertheless, electromagnetic interference
from electrical conductors and radiated emissions must be taken into
account, as is usual with class A instruments according to EN 61326-
1.Iftheinstrumentisusedinadierentenvironment,theelectromag-
netic compatibility to other instruments must be ensured by suitable
measures.
2.6 NAMUR recommendations
NAMUR is the automation technology user association in the process
industry in Germany. The published NAMUR recommendations are
acceptedasthestandardineldinstrumentation.
ThedevicefullstherequirementsofthefollowingNAMURrecom-
mendations:
• NE 21 – Electromagnetic compatibility of equipment
• NE 43 – Signal level for fault information from measuring transduc-
ers
• NE53–Compatibilityofelddevicesanddisplay/adjustment
components
• NE107–Self-monitoringanddiagnosisofelddevices
For further information see www.namur.de.
2.7 Radio license for Europe
The instrument was tested according to the latest issue of the follow-
ingharmonizedstandards:
• EN 302372 - Tank Level Probing Radar
It is hence approved for use inside closed vessels in countries of the
EU.
Use is also approved in EFTA countries, provided the respective
standards have been implemented.
For operation inside of closed vessels, points a to f in annex E of
EN302372mustbefullled.
2.8 Radio license for USA
This approval is only valid for USA. Hence the following text is only
available in the English language.

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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause interference, and
• This device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device
This device is approved for unrestricted use only inside closed, sta-
tionaryvesselsmadeofmetal,reinforcedberglassorconcrete.
Changesormodicationsnotexpresslyapprovedbythemanufac-
turer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
2.9 Installation and operation in the USA and
Canada
This information is only valid for USA and Canada. Hence the follow-
ing text is only available in the English language.
Installations in the US shall comply with the relevant requirements of
the National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70).
Installations in Canada shall comply with the relevant requirements of
the Canadian Electrical Code
A Class 2 power supply unit has to be used for the installation in the
USA and Canada.
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 pro-
tection.Theenvironmentmanagementsystemiscertiedaccording
to DIN EN ISO 14001.
Pleasehelpusfullthisobligationbyobservingtheenvironmental
instructions in this manual:
• Chapter "Packaging, transport and storage"
• Chapter "Disposal"

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3 Product description
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3 Product description
3.1 Conguration
Thetypelabelcontainsthemostimportantdataforidenticationand
use of the instrument:
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15
13
14
12
11
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3
6
4
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Fig. 1: Layout of the type label (example)
1 Instrument type
2 Product code
3 Approvals
4 Power supply and signal output, electronics
5 Protection rating
6 Measuring range
7 Process and ambient temperature, process pressure
8 Material wetted parts
9 Hardware and software version
10 Order number
11 Serial number of the instrument
12 Data matrix code for VEGA Tools app
13 Symbol of the device protection class
14 ID numbers, instrument documentation
15 Reminder to observe the instrument documentation
The type label contains the serial number of the instrument. With it
youcanndthefollowinginstrumentdataonourhomepage:
• Product code (HTML)
• Delivery date (HTML)
• Order-specicinstrumentfeatures(HTML)
• Operating instructions and quick setup guide at the time of ship-
ment (PDF)
• Order-specicsensordataforanelectronicsexchange(XML)
• Testcerticate(PDF)-optional
Move to "www.vega.com"andenterinthesearcheldtheserial
number of your instrument.
Alternatively, you can access the data via your smartphone:
• Download the VEGA Tools app from the "Apple App Store" or the
"Google Play Store"
• Scan the Data Matrix code on the type label of the instrument or
• Enter the serial number manually in the app
Type label
Serial number - Instru-
ment search

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3 Product description
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This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument
versions:
• Hardware version from 2.1.0
• Software version from 4.5.3
The scope of delivery encompasses:
• Radar sensor
• Documentation
– Quick setup guide VEGAPULS 66
– Instructions for optional instrument features
– Ex-specic"Safety instructions" (with Ex versions)
– Ifnecessary,furthercerticates
Information:
Optional instrument features are also described in this operating
instructions manual.The respective scope of delivery results from the
orderspecication.
3.2 Principle of operation
The VEGAPULS 66 is a radar sensor for continuous level measure-
mentofliquidsunderdicultprocessconditions.Itissuitablefor
applications in storage tanks, process vessels or standpipes. The
instrumentcanbeuseduniversallythankstothedierentantenna
versions.
The version with horn antenna is particularly suitable for the meas-
urementofliquidsandbulksolidsunderextremelydicultprocess
conditions such as buildup, condensation and foam generation as
well as strong product movement.
With the version without antenna, the antenna system is formed in
conjunction with a measuring tube (surge or bypass tube).This ver-
sion is particularly suitable for measurement of solvents and liquid
gases.
Theinstrumentcanbeusedwithproductswithanεrvalue≥1.8.The
actually achievable value depends on the measuring conditions, the
antenna system, the standpipe or bypass.
The antenna of the radar sensor emits short radar pulses with a
durationofapprox.1ns.Thesepulsesarereectedbytheproduct
and received by the antenna as echoes. The transit 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 appropri-
ate output signal and outputted as measured value.
3.3 Packaging, transport and storage
Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport. Its
capacity to handle normal loads during transport is assured by a test
based on ISO 4180.
Scope of this operating
instructions
Scope of delivery
Application area
Functional principle
Packaging

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The packaging consists of environment-friendly, recyclable card-
board. For special versions, PE foam or PE foil is also used. Dispose
of the packaging material via specialised recycling companies.
Transport must be carried out in due consideration of the notes on the
transport packaging. Nonobservance of these instructions can cause
damage to the device.
The delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit
damage immediately at receipt. Ascertained transit damage or con-
cealed defects must be appropriately dealt with.
Up to the time of installation, the packages must be left closed and
stored according to the orientation and storage markings on the
outside.
Unless otherwise indicated, the packages must be stored only under
the following conditions:
• Not in the open
• Dry and dust free
• Not exposed to corrosive media
• Protected against solar radiation
• Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration
• Storage and transport temperature see chapter "Supplement -
Technical data - Ambient conditions"
• Relative humidity 20 … 85 %
With instrument weights of more than 18 kg (39.68 lbs) suitable and
approved equipment must be used for lifting and carrying.
3.4 Accessories and replacement parts
The display and adjustment module PLICSCOM is used for measured
value indication, adjustment and diagnosis.
The integrated Bluetooth module (optional) enables wireless adjust-
ment via standard adjustment devices.
The interface adapter VEGACONNECT enables the connection of
communication-capable instruments to the USB interface of a PC.
The VEGADIS 81 is an external display and adjustment unit for VEGA
plics®sensors.
The VEGADIS adapter is an accessory part for sensors with double
chamber housings. It enables the connection of VEGADIS 81 to the
sensor housing via an M12 x 1 plug.
VEGADIS 82 is suitable for measured value indication and adjustment
of sensors with HART protocol. It is looped into the 4 … 20 mA/HART
signal cable.
Transport
Transport inspection
Storage
Storage and transport
temperature
Lifting and carrying
PLICSCOM
VEGACONNECT
VEGADIS 81
VEGADIS adapter
VEGADIS 82