Vega VEGATOR 132 User manual

Operating Instructions
Double-channel controller for point level
detection with conductive sensors
VEGATOR 132
Document ID: 46837

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Contents
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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 Installation and operation in the USA and Canada ........................................................... 5
2.6 Safety instructions for Ex areas ........................................................................................ 6
3 Product description ................................................................................................................. 7
3.1 Conguration.................................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Principle of operation........................................................................................................ 7
3.3 Adjustment ....................................................................................................................... 8
3.4 Packaging, transport and storage..................................................................................... 8
4 Mounting................................................................................................................................... 9
4.1 General instructions ......................................................................................................... 9
5 Connecting to power supply................................................................................................. 10
5.1 Preparing the connection ............................................................................................... 10
5.2 Connection procedure.................................................................................................... 11
5.3 Wiring plan ..................................................................................................................... 12
5.4 Wiring plan four-channel control..................................................................................... 13
6 Setup ....................................................................................................................................... 14
6.1 Adjustment system......................................................................................................... 14
6.2 Adjustment elements...................................................................................................... 14
6.3 Switch point adjustment with conductive sensor ............................................................ 17
6.4 Proof test........................................................................................................................ 18
6.5 Function table "Point level" ............................................................................................. 19
6.6 Function table, two-point control..................................................................................... 19
7 Diagnostics and servicing .................................................................................................... 22
7.1 Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 22
7.2 Rectify faults................................................................................................................... 22
7.3 Diagnosis, fault messages ............................................................................................. 22
7.4 How to proceed if a repair is necessary.......................................................................... 23
8 Dismount................................................................................................................................. 24
8.1 Dismounting steps.......................................................................................................... 24
8.2 Disposal ......................................................................................................................... 24
9 Certicatesandapprovals.................................................................................................... 25
9.1 Approvals for Ex areas ................................................................................................... 25
9.2 EU conformity................................................................................................................. 25
9.3 Environment management system ................................................................................. 25
10 Supplement ............................................................................................................................ 26
10.1 Technical data ................................................................................................................ 26

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10.2 Dimensions .................................................................................................................... 28
10.3 Industrial property rights................................................................................................. 29
10.4 Trademark ...................................................................................................................... 29
Supplementary documentation
Information:
Supplementary documents appropriate to the ordered version come
withthedelivery.Youcanndthemlistedinchapter"Product descrip-
tion".
Editing status: 2021-04-09

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1 About this document
VEGATOR 132 •
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1 About this document
1.1 Function
This instruction provides all the information you need for mounting,
connection and setup as well as important instructions for mainte-
nance,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.
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
VEGATOR 132 is a universal controller for connection of conductive
sensors.
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.
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.
2.5 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.

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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.
2.6 Safety instructions for Ex areas
For applications in explosion-proof areas (Ex), only devices with cor-
respondingExapprovalmaybeused.ObservetheEx-specicsafety
instructions.These are an integral part of the operating instructions
and are enclosed with every device with Ex approval.

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3 Product description
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3 Product description
3.1 Conguration
The scope of delivery encompasses:
• Controller VEGATOR 132
• Documentation
– This operating instructions manual
– Ex-specic"Safety instructions" (with Ex versions)
– Ifnecessary,furthercerticates
Thetypelabelcontainsthemostimportantdataforidenticationand
use of the instrument:
• Instrument type
• Information about approvals
• Technical data
• Serial number of the instrument
• QR code for device documentation
• Manufacturer information
Move to " www.vega.com"andenterinthesearcheldtheserial
number of your instrument.
Thereyoucanndthefollowinginformationabouttheinstrument:
• Order data
• Documentation
• Software
Alternatively,youcanndallviayoursmartphone:
• Scan the QR-code on the type label of the device or
• Enter serial number manually in the VEGA Tools app (available
free of charge in the respective stores)
3.2 Principle of operation
The VEGATOR 132 is a double-channel controller for level detection
with conductive sensors of series EL. Simple monitoring and control
functions can be realised via the integrated relays.Typical applica-
tionsaremonitoringfunctionssuchasoverllanddryrunprotection
as well as pump controls.
In conductive measurement, a low voltage is applied to two elec-
trodes. Alternatively, a single electrode can be used in metallic
vessels, the earth cable must then be connected to the vessel. By
using alternating voltage, electrolytic decomposition of the probe rods
and the medium is avoided. When the (conductive) medium comes
intocontactwiththeelectrode(s),acurrentowsandisdetectedand
further processed by the controller.
The switching point of the relay can be adjusted to the respective con-
ductivity by using the potentiometer. The output relay switches when
this current is reached (in dependence on the set mode).
Scope of delivery
Type label
Documents and software
Application area
Functional principle

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3.3 Adjustment
All adjustment elements are located under a hinged front cover. For
example the operating mode, the switching delay and the function
as Primary/Secondary Device can be set via a DIL switch block.The
switching point can be adjusted via a potentiometer.
3.4 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.
The packaging of standard instruments consists of environment-
friendly, recyclable cardboard. 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 %
Packaging
Transport
Transport inspection
Storage
Storage and transport
temperature

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4 Mounting
4.1 General instructions
VEGATOR 132 is designed for carrier rail mounting (top hat rail
35 x 7.5 according to DIN EN 50022/60715). Due to its protection
rating of IP20, the instrument is suitable for mounting in switching
cabinets.Itcanbemountedhorizontallyandvertically.
Note:
When several instruments are mounted together without space in
between, the ambient temperature at the installation location of the
instrument must not exceed 60 °C. Around the ventilation slots there
must be a distance of at least 2 cm to the next component.
VEGATOR 132 in Ex version is a corresponding, intrinsically safe in-
strumentandmustnotbeinstalledinhazardousareas.Asafeopera-
tion is only ensured if the operating instructions and EU type approval
certicateareobserved.VEGATOR132mustnotbeopened.
A distance of 50 mm to the intrinsically safe terminals must be en-
sured when mounting.
The instrument is suitable for standard and extended ambient condi-
tions acc. to DIN/EN/IEC/ANSI/ISA/UL/CSA 61010-1.
Makesurethattheenvironmentalandambientconditionsspeciedin
chapter " Technical data" are maintained.
Mounting options
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5 Connecting to power supply
5.1 Preparing the connection
Always keep in mind the following safety instructions:
Warning:
Connect only in the complete absence of line voltage.
• Connect only in the complete absence of line voltage
• If overvoltage surges are expected, overvoltage arresters should
be installed
Note:
Install a disconnecting device for the instrument which is easy to
access.The disconnecting device must be marked for the instrument
(IEC/EN 61010).
Inhazardousareasyoumusttakenoteoftherespectiveregulations,
conformityandtypeapprovalcerticatesofthesensorsandpower
supply units.
Thedataforpowersupplyarespeciedinchapter"Technical data".
The voltage supply of VEGATOR 132 is connected with standard
cable according to the national installation standards.
The sensors are connected with standard two-wire cable without
shielding. If electromagnetic interference is expected which is above
the test values of EN 61326 for industrial areas, shielded cable should
be used.
Make sure that the cable used has the required temperature resist-
anceandresafetyformax.occurringambienttemperature
Connect the cable shielding on both ends to ground potential. In
the sensor, the shielding must be connected directly to the internal
ground terminal.The ground terminal on the outside of the sensor
housing must be connected to the potential equalisation (low imped-
ance).
If potential equalisation currents are expected, the connection on the
processing side must be made via a ceramic capacitor (e. g. 1 nF,
1500 V).The low-frequency potential equalisation currents are thus
suppressed,buttheprotectiveeectagainsthighfrequencyinterfer-
ence signals remains.
Take note of the corresponding installation regulations for Ex applica-
tions. In particular, make sure that no potential equalisation currents
owoverthecablescreen.Incaseofgroundingonbothsidesthis
can be achieved by the use of a capacitor or a separate potential
equalisation.
Safety instructions
Safety instructions
for Ex applications
Voltage supply
Connection cable
Cable screening and
grounding
Connection cable
for Ex applications

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5.2 Connection procedure
The pluggable terminals can be removed as needed to allow more
convenient connection.To make the electrical connection, proceed as
follows:
1. Mount the instrument as described in the previous chapter
2. Connect sensor cable 1 to terminal 1/2, and where applicable,
connect the shielding
3. Connect sensor cable 2 to terminal 4/5, and where applicable,
connect the shielding
4. When using several instruments on one sensor (Primary/Second-
ary operation), connect terminal 3 of all instruments together
5. Connectswitched-opowersupplytoterminal16/17
6. Connect relay 1 to terminal 10/11/12
7. Connect relay 2 to terminal 13/14/15
Theelectricalconnectionisnished.

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5.3 Wiring plan
1
6
3
5
4
2
10 11 12
13 14 15
-+
16 17
EL pri /
sec
123
EL
4 5
OPEN
13
2
123
Fig. 1: Wiring plan VEGATOR 132
1 Sensor circuit 1 (terminal 1 + 2) and Primary/Secondary connection (termi-
nal 3), max. level with two-point control
2 Sensor circuit 2 (terminal 4 + 5), min. level with two-point control
3 Relay output 1
4 Relay output 2
5 Voltage supply
6 Sensor
The terminals 1 and 4 are bridged internally. When using a single-rod
electrode, terminals 1 or 4 are connected to the metallic vessel and
terminals 2 and 5 to the respective electrode.When using double-
rod electrodes, terminals 1 or 4 are connected to the longer rod and
terminals 2 and 5 to the shorter one.
Information:
The connection terminals can be detached towards the front, if
necessary. This can be useful when working in tight spaces or when
exchanging an instrument.

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5.4 Wiring plan four-channel control
Two VEGATOR 132 are required for a four-channel control which must
beconguredviatheDILswitchtoPrimary/Secondarymode.
1
23
4
5
1
4
2
5
3
1
5
6 7
2
EL pri /
sec
123
EL
4 5
OPEN
3
4
EL pri /
sec
123
EL
4 5
OPEN
Fig. 2: Wiring plan VEGATOR 132
1 Sensor circuit 1 (terminal 1 + 2) and Primary/Secondary connection (termi-
nal 3), max. level with two-point control
2 Sensor circuit 2 (terminal 4 + 5), min. level with two-point control
3 Sensor circuit 3 (terminal 1 + 2) and Primary/Secondary connection (termi-
nal 3), max. level with two-point control
4 Sensor circuit 4 (terminal 4 + 5), min. level with two-point control
5 Sensor
6 VEGATOR 132 (Primary Device)
7 VEGATOR 132 (Secondary Device)

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6 Setup
6.1 Adjustment system
1
2
3
4
Fig. 3: Display and adjustment elements
1 Potentiometer for switching point adjustment
2 DIL switch block
3 Signal lamps (LEDs)
4 Hinged front cover
6.2 Adjustment elements
Control lamps (LED) in the front plate indicate operation, switching
status and fault signal.
• Green
– Operating control lamp
– Mains voltage on, instrument is operating
• Red
– Fault indicator
– Fault on the sensor circuit due to sensor failure or line break
– The relay deenergises in case of failure
• Yellow
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– Relay control lamp
– Lights with activated (current-carrying) relay status
The adjustment elements are located under a hinged front cover. To
open it, use a small screwdriver in conjunction with the slot on the
upper side of the front cover. To close it, push the cover at bottom and
toprmlyontothefrontcoveruntilyouhearthetworetainingclips
snap in.
The DIL switch block is located behind the front cover.The individual
switches are assigned as follows:
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
maxmin
prisec
0s
0s
0s
0s
8
9maxmin
+2s
+6s
t
+2s
+6s
t
Fig. 4: DIL switch VEGATOR 132
1 Mode, channel 1 (min./max. adjustment)
2 Linemonitoring,channel1O/On
3 Switch-on delay 2 seconds
4 Switch-on delay 6 seconds
5 Switch-odelay2seconds
6 Switch-odelay6seconds
7 Switchover Primary/Secondary Device
8 Two-pointcontrolOn/O
9 Mode, channel 2 (min./max. adjustment)
The requested operating mode is set with the min./max. switch (min.
detectioni.e.dryrunprotectionormax.detectioni.e.overllprotec-
tion)
• Dry run protection:Relayisswitchedowhenthelevelfalls
below the min. level (safe currentless state), relay is switched on
againwhenthemin.levelisexceeded(switch-onpoint>switch-o
point)
• Overowprotection:Relayisswitchedowhenthemax.levelis
exceeded (safe currentless state), relay is switched on again when
thelevelfallsbelowthemax.level(switch-onpoint<switch-o
point)
Theinstrumentoerstheoptionofcontinuouslymonitoringthecable
totheelectrodeforlinebreak.Therequirementisthata220kΩresis-
tor be connected between the two electrodes or between electrode
andvessel.Adetectablelowcurrentthenowsevenwhentheelec-
Front cover
DIL switch block
Mode (min./max. adjust-
ment)
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trode is uncovered (i.e. not immersed). If the signal line is interrupted,
the red fault LED lights up.
Note:
The line monitoring is only carried out on channel 1. Channel 2 is not
monitoredandhenceno220kΩresistanceisrequired.Ifthereisa
faultsignalonchannel1,thiswillinuencebothoutputs,relay1and
relay 2 are then in safe state.
ForExapplications,the220kΩresistormustbeapprovedtogether
withthesensor.Forthispurpose,weoeranapprovedresistorspe-
ciallyadaptedtoVEGAinstruments.Youcanndfurtherinformationin
the documentation of the respective sensor.
Fig. 5: Ex resistor for line monitoring with sensors of the EL series
Note:
Linemonitoringmayonlybeactivatedifa220kΩresistoriscon-
nected between the two electrodes.
With these switches you can delay the changeover of the relays by
thesettime.Thiscanbeuseful,e.g.withuctuatingproductsurfaces,
forpreventingunwantedswitchingcommands.Theswitch-on/o
delays can be set independently of each other. If both switches, e.g.
of the switch-on delay, are activated, the times sum up. Delays of 2, 6
or 8 seconds can thus be adjusted.
If several instruments are to be connected to the same electrodes,
then all VEGATOR 132 must be connected together via terminal 3.
OneinstrumentmustbeconguredasPrimaryDevice,allothersas
SecondaryDevice.Throughsynchronizationofthemeasurementvolt-
ages, faulty measurements due to crossover of measuring currents is
avoided.
The following functionalities can be selected via this switch:
• Single point control (double channel level detection with the same
switchon/switchopoint)
• Two-pointcontrol(leveldetectionwithdierentswitchon/switch
opoints)
Switch-on/Switch-o
delay
Primary/Secondary
Device
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As opposed to single point control, two-point control allows the
switch-onandswitch-opointstobesetatdierentlocations(hyster-
esis). Through the installation or the distance of the two electrodes,
thehysteresiscanbedenedindividually.Here,themax.levelmust
be set to sensor input 1, the min. level to sensor input 2.
Thetwo-pointcontrolisusedforexamplewhenllingandemptying
iscarriedoutviaapump.Thellingofavesselcanbeforexample
switchedonat10%andswitchedoagainat90%.Theoutputofthe
secondchannelbehavesidenticallyliketherstchannelprovidedthe
same mode is set. By changing the mode, the function of the relays
can be inverted.
With the potentiometer the switching point can be adapted to the
conductivity of the medium.The further description can be found in
the following chapter, depending on the operating mode.
6.3 Switch point adjustment with conductive
sensor
When using a conductive level sensor, the switching point is deter-
mined by the mounting position or the length of the electrodes. The
switching point is adapted to the medium to be measured via the
potentiometer. Depending on the operating mode, set the switching
point as described below.
Note:
In order to set a safe and precise switching point, the container must
belled.Theelectrodeshouldbecoveredbyapprox.1cm.Notethat
thesetswitchingpointonlyappliestothemediumcurrentlylled.If
the electrical conductivity of the medium changes, the switching point
must be checked and reset if necessary.
Fig.6:Applicationexamplesofoverllprotectionwithaconductivepointlevel
sensor
1. Make sure that switch 1 on the DIL switch block is set to " max.".
Theswitchesfortheswitch-onandswitch-odelayshouldbeset
to " 0 s".
2. The vessel should be empty i.e. the sensor must not be covered
Switching point adjust-
ment, limit level
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3. Set the potentiometer to the left end position, the yellow LED
display lights
4. Fill the vessel until the electrode is covered approx. 1 cm
5. Turn the potentiometer slowly clockwise until the yellow LED ex-
tinguishes.Turn the potentiometer a little further (approx. 2 scale
lines) so that the switching point is always safely reached.
Fig. 7: Application examples of dry run protection with a conductive point level
sensor
1. Make sure that switch 1 on the DIL switch block is set to " min.".
Theswitchesfortheswitch-onandswitch-odelayshouldbeset
to " 0 s".
2. The vessel should be empty i.e. the sensor must not be covered
3. Set the potentiometer to the left end position, the yellow LED
display does not light
4. Fill the vessel until the electrode is covered approx. 1 cm
5. Turn the potentiometer slowly clockwise until the yellow LED
lights up. Turn the potentiometer a little further (approx. 2 scale
lines) so that the switching point is always safely reached.
6.4 Proof test
Note:
Whenhandlingenvironmentallyhazardoussubstances,dangertothe
environment and to persons must be avoided. After setup, the proper
functioning of the instrument must be ensured by means of the proof
test described below.
• Detection of line break: Disconnect the sensor cable for the
duration of this test
– The red fault LED must light up
– Therelaymustbedeenergized
• Switchingpointmonitoring(overowprotection): Fill the ves-
sel up to the set switching point
– When the switching point is reached, the respective relay must
deenergize
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• Switching point monitoring (dry run protection): Empty the
vessel down to the set switching point
– When the switching point is reached, the respective relay must
deenergize
6.5 Function table "Point level"
The following table provides an overview of the switching conditions
depending on the set mode and the level.
Sensor Controller
Level Electrode LED yellow
(output)
LED red
(fault)
Relay
Uncovered ON
Covered OFF
any any OFF
Sensor Controller
Level Electrode LED yellow
(output)
LED red
(fault)
Relay
Covered ON
Uncovered OFF
any any OFF
6.6 Function table, two-point control
The following charts provide an overview of the switching conditions
depending on the set mode and the level.
Overllprotection,point
level (max.)
Dry run protection, point
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Sensor Controller
Level Electrode LED yellow
(output)
LED red
(fault)
Relay
Uncovered
Uncovered
ON
Uncovered
Covered
ON
Covered
Covered
OFF
Uncovered
Covered
OFF
Uncovered
Uncovered
ON
any any OFF
Sensor Controller
Level Electrode LED yellow
(output)
LED red
(fault)
Relay
Uncovered
Uncovered
OFF
Uncovered
Covered
OFF
Covered
Covered
ON
Overllprotection,two-
point control
Dru run protection, two-
point control