Vega VEGAPULS 62 User manual

Rhein Tech Laboratories Client: Ohmart/VEGA
360 Herndon Parkway Model: VEGAPULS 616263
Suite 1400 FCC ID: MOIPULS616263
Herndon, VA 20170 Standards: FCC 15.209/IC RSS-210
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APPENDIX C: MANUAL
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Operating Instructions
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Contents
1About this document
1.1Function ......................... 4
1.2Target group ...................... 4
1.3Symbolism used.................... 4
2For your safety
2.1Authorised personnel ................ 6
2.2Appropriate use .................... 6
2.3Warning about misuse ............... 6
2.4General safety instructions ............ 6
2.5CE conformity ..................... 7
2.6Compatibility acc.to NAMUR NE 53 ..... 7
2.7FCC conformity (only for USA/Canada)... 8
2.8Safety information for Exareas......... 8
2.9Environmental instructions............. 8
3Product description
3.1Configuration ...................... 9
3.2Principle of operation ................ 10
3.3Adjustment........................ 11
3.4Storage and transport ................ 11
4Mounting
4.1General instructions ................. 13
4.2Mounting preparations,horn antenna..... 14
4.3Mounting preparations,parabolic antenna .15
4.4Mounting information ................ 16
4.5Preparing the connection ............. 24
4.6Connection procedure ............... 25
4.7Wiring plans,single chamber housing .... 26
4.8Wiring plans,double chamber housing ... 28
4.9Wiring plans,double chamber housing Exd.30
5Setup with the indicating and adjustment
module PLICSCOM
5.1Short description ................... 33
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5.2Installing the indicating and adjustment
module PLICSCOM ................. 33
5.3Adjustment system .................. 35
5.4Setup procedure ................... 36
5.5Menu schematic.................... 41
6Setup with PACTware™
6.1Connecting the PC .................. 44
6.2Parameter adjustment with PACTware™.. 45
7Maintenance and fault rectification
7.1Maintenance ...................... 47
7.2Fault rectification ................... 47
7.3Exchanging the oscillator ............. 49
7.4Instrument repair ................... 51
8Dismounting
8.1Dismounting procedure............... 53
8.2Disposal ......................... 53
9Supplement
9.1Technical data ..................... 54
9.2Dimensions ....................... 61
9.3Certificates........................ 68
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1About this document
1.1Function
This operating instructions manual has all the informa-
tion you need for quick setup and safe operation of
VEGAPULS 62.Please read this manual before you
start setup.
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,warning,danger
This symbol informs you of a dangerous situation that
could occur.Ignoring this cautionary note can impair the
person and/or the instrument.
Ex applications
This symbol indicates special instructions for Exap-
plications.
lList
The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied
sequence.
àAction
This arrow indicates a single action.
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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 and
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.
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 guideli-
nes.The emitting frequencies of all VEGAPULS sensors
are in the Cor K-band range (depending on the
instrument version). The low emitted powers are far
below the internationally permitted limit values,in case
of correct use,no health problems are expected.There
are no restrictions in using the instrument also outside
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.
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2.5CE conformity
VEGAPULS 62 is in CE conformity with EMC (89/336/
EWG), R&TTE directive (1999/5/EC), meets the Namur
recommendation NE 21 and is in CE conformity with
NSR (73/23/EWG).
Conformity has been judged acc.to the following
standards:
lEMC:
-Emission EN 61326:1997 (class B)
-Susceptibility EN 61326:1997/A1:1998
lR&TTE directive:I-ETS 300-440 Expert opinion No.
0043052-02/SEE,Notified Body No.0499
lNSR:EN 61010-1:2001.
2.6Compatibility acc.to NAMUR NE 53
VEGAPULS 62 meets NAMUR recommendation NE 53.
VEGA instruments are generally upward and downward
compatible:
lsensor software of 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 available
functions depend on the appropriate software version of
the single components.
The software version of VEGAPULS 62 can be deter-
mined as follows:
lvia PACTware™
lon the type label of the electronics
lvia the adjustment module PLICSCOM
On our website www.vega.com you will find all software
histories.Use the possibility and get registered for
update information via e-mail.
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2.7FCC conformity (only for USA/Canada)
VEGAPULS with all antenna versions are FCC ap-
proved.
Modifications must be expressively agreed by VEGA,
otherwise the operating licence acc.to FCC will expire.
VEGAPULS 62 is in conformity with part 15 of the FCC
regulations.Note the respective regulations for opera-
tion:
lThe instrument must not cause any interfering
emissions
lThe instrument must be insensitive to interfering
emissions,also to such causing unwanted operating
conditions.
2.8Safety information for Ex areas
Please note the Ex-specific safety information for
installation and operation in Exareas.These safety
instructions are part of the operating instructions manual
and come with the Ex-approved instruments.
2.9Environmental 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 protec-
tion.The environment management system is certified
acc.to DIN EN ISO 14001.
Please help us fulfil this obligation by observing the
environmental instructions in this manual:
lChapter "Storage and transport"
lChapter "Disposal"
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3Product description
3.1Configuration
The scope of delivery encompasses:
lVEGAPULS 62 radar sensor
ldocumentation
-this operating instructions manual
-Ex-specific safety instructions (with Ex versions)
and,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
lhousing cover,optionally available with indicating/
adjustment module PLICSCOM
The components are available in different versions.
Scope of delivery
Components
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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 technology
(emitting frequency approx.26 GHz)for continuous level
measurement.
Aversion of VEGAPULS 62 is available for the
respective application:
lThe 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.
lThe 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.
lThe version with parabolic antenna is particularly
suitable for precise measurement of products with
small dielectric value.
Area of application
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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.
Two-wire electronics 4... 20 mA/HART for power supply
and measured value transmission on the same cable.
The power supply range can differ depending on the
instrument version.The exact range is stated in the
Technical data in the Supplement.
3.3Adjustment
VEGAPULS 62 can be adjusted with three different
adjustment media:
lthe indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM
lan adjustment software acc.to FDT/DTM standard,
e.g.PACTware™and PC
laHART handheld
The entered parameters are generally saved in VEGA-
PULS 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 EN 24180.
The packaging of standard instruments consists of
environment-friendly,recyclable cardboard.For special
versions PE foam or PE foil can be also used.Dispose
of the packaging material via specialised recycling
companies.
Physical principle
Power supply
Packaging
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lStorage and transport temperature see Supplement,
Technical data,Ambient conditions
lRelative humidity 20 ... 85 %
Storage and transport
temperature
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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 PLICSCOM.The
housing can be rotated by 330°without the use of any
tools.You can also install the indicating and adjustment
module PLICSCOM in four different positions (each
displaced by 90°).
Use the recommended cable (see chapter "Connecting
to power supply")and tighten the cable entry.
You can give your VEGAPULS 62 additional protection
against moisture penetration by leading the connection
cable downward 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.
Information:
If the product reaches the antenna,buildup can form on
it over a period of time and later cause measurement
errors.
Installation position
Moisture
Measuring range
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1 32
100%
0%
4
Fig.3:Measuring range (operating range)and max.measuring
distance
1full
2empty (max.measuring distance)
3Measuring range
The process fitting must be sealed with gauge or low
pressure in the vessel.Check before use,if the seal
material is resistant against the measured product.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 available in versions where the
antenna has a bigger diameter than the process fitting
(thread/flange). Therefore the antenna must be dis-
mounted on the process fitting before mounting.
Proceed as follows:
1Loosen the hexagon screws on the antenna socket
(1)with an Allan key (size 3)
2Remove the antenna (2)
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 (1)to the
antenna socket;torque max.10 Nm(7.5lbf ft)
1
2
Fig.4:Dismounting of the horn antenna
1Hexagon screws on the antenna socket
2Antenna
4.3Mounting preparations,parabolic antenna
Information:
This information applies only to special versions!
VEGAPULS 62 is available in versions where the
antenna has a bigger diameter than the process fitting
(thread/flange). Before starting to mount,the antenna
must be dismounted on the flange.Proceed as follows:
1Clamp VEGAPULS 62 with the flange,e.g.in a
bench vice
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
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5Remove the parabolic antenna (4)axially
6Mount sensor flange to the adapter flange and clamp
it
7Check if there is a O-ring seal on the adapter and if it
is not damaged.If necessary,replace it: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.
1
2
3
4
Fig.5:Dismounting,parabolic antenna
1Compression nut
2Locknut
3Connection piece
4Parabolic antenna
4.4Mounting information
The illustrations on the mounting instructions show a
VEGAPULS 62 with horn antenna.The mounting
instructions also apply to VEGAPULS 62 with parabolic
antenna.
Horn and parabolic anten-
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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
this case,we recommend repeating the false echo
storage later on with existing buildup.
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> 200 mm
Fig.6:Mounting on arched 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 points
of the vessel bottom.
Installation location
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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 liquid
Preferably 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
Ifthereflective properties of the medium are good,you
can mount VEGAPULS 62 on socket pieces higher than
the antenna length.You will find recommended values of
the socket heights in the following illustration.The
socket end should be smooth and burr-free,if possible
also rounded.Carry out a false echo storage afterwards.
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
In liquids,direct the sensor as close as vertical to the
product surface to achieve an optimum measurement.
Sensor orientation
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