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Operating Instructions pertaining to the device. Detailed information about the device can be found in the Operating Instructions and the other documentation: Available for all device versions via: – Internet: www.endress.com/deviceviewer – Smart phone/tablet: Endress+Hauser Operations App...
Document information Waterpilot FMX21 Document information Document function The Brief Operating Instructions contain all the essential information from incoming acceptance to initial commissioning. Symbols used 1.2.1 Safety symbols Symbol Meaning DANGER! This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation will result in DANGER serious or fatal injury.
Meaning 1, 2, 3 ... Item numbers Series of steps … A, B, C, ... Views A-A, B-B, C-C, ... Sections Documentation The document types listed are available: In the Downloads area of the Endress+Hauser website: www.endress.com → Downloads Endress+Hauser...
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1.3.2 Operating Instructions (BA): your comprehensive reference FMX21 4 to 20 mA Analog - BA01605P: These Operating Instructions contain all the information that is required in various phases of the life cycle of the device: from product identification, incoming acceptance and storage, to mounting, connection, operation and commissioning through to troubleshooting, maintenance and disposal.
Waterpilot FMX21 Document information Terms and abbreviations A0029505 Item Term/abbreviation Explanation The OPL (over pressure limit = sensor overload limit) for the measuring device depends on the lowest-rated element, with regard to pressure, of the selected components, i.e. the process connection has to be taken into consideration in addition to the measuring cell.
Document information Waterpilot FMX21 Item Term/abbreviation Explanation Calibrated/adjusted Span between LRV and URV span Factory setting: 0 to URL Other calibrated spans can be ordered as customized spans. Pressure Lower range limit Upper range limit Lower range value Upper range value...
Designated use 2.2.1 Application and media The Waterpilot FMX21 is a hydrostatic pressure sensor for measuring the level of fresh water, wastewater and salt water. The temperature is measured simultaneously in the case of sensor versions with a Pt100 resistance thermometer.
It meets general safety standards and legal requirements. It also complies with the EC directives listed in the device-specific EC Declaration of Conformity. Endress+Hauser confirms this by affixing the CE mark to the device. Product description...
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Waterpilot FMX21 Incoming acceptance and product identification A0026535 A0015502 A0026536 Are the goods undamaged? A0015502 DELIVERY NOTE Made in Germany, D-79689 Maulburg Waterpilot FMX21 Order code: Ser. no.: Ext. order code: TAG: Cal./Adj. Mat: FW.Ver.: Dev.Rev.: Dat./Insp.: A0026537 Do the data on the nameplate correspond to the order specifications and...
Incoming acceptance and product identification Waterpilot FMX21 If one of these conditions does not apply, please contact your Endress+Hauser sales office. Product identification The following options are available for identification of the measuring device: • Nameplate specifications • Order code with breakdown of the device features on the delivery note •...
Order code (shortened for reordering); The meaning of the individual letters and digits is explained in the order confirmation details. Extended order number (complete) Serial number (for clear identification) TAG (device tag) FMX21 connection diagram Pt100 connection diagram (optional) Warning (hazardous area), (optional) Length of extension cable Approval symbol, e.g. CSA, FM, ATEX (optional)
Incoming acceptance and product identification Waterpilot FMX21 Additional nameplate for devices with approvals Made in Germany, D-79689 Maulburg Waterpilot FMX21 Mat.: 316L/1.4435/1.4404, Al O , PE, EPDM, PPO For use in drinking water according to: A0018805 Approval symbol (drinking water approval)
• With PUR: –40 to +80 °C (–40 to +176 °F) Terminal box –40 to +80 °C (–40 to +176 °F) TMT181 temperature head transmitter (optional) for FMX21 4 to 20 mA Analog –40 to +100 °C (–40 to +212 °F) 4.4.2...
Installation Waterpilot FMX21 Installation Installation conditions Terminal Box for FMX21 OPEN 90° CLOSE 90° Warning: Avoid electrostatic charge in explosive atmosphere. See instructions Made in Germany, D-79689 Maulburg Waterpilot FMX21 Order code: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Ser. no.: xxxxxxxxxxxxx 4…20 mA Ext. order code: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx black 0...600mbar...
Waterpilot FMX21 Installation Waterpilot FMX21 Additional weight can be ordered as an accessory for the FMX21 with external diameter of 22 mm (0.87 in) and 29 mm (1.14 in) Protection cap Additional mounting instructions • Cable length – Customer-specific in meters or feet.
Installation Waterpilot FMX21 Mounting the Waterpilot with a mounting clamp A0018793 Extension cable Suspension clamp Clamping jaws 5.4.1 Mounting the suspension clamp: Mount the suspension clamp (item 2). Take the weight of the extension cable (item 1) and the device into account when selecting the fastening point.
Waterpilot FMX21 Installation Mounting the Waterpilot with a cable mounting screw A0018794 Extension cable Cover for cable mounting screw Sealing ring Clamping sleeves Adapter for cable mounting screw Top edge of clamping sleeve Desired length of extension cable and Waterpilot probe prior to assembly After assembly, item 7 is located next to the mounting screw with G 1½"...
Installation Waterpilot FMX21 Slide the extension cable with the clamping sleeves (item 4) into the adapter (item 5) Fit the cover (item 2) with the sealing ring (item 3) onto the adapter (item 5) and securely screw together with the adapter.
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Waterpilot FMX21 Installation WARNING Risk of explosion! ‣ The TMT181 is not designed for use in hazardous areas. 5.7.1 Mounting the temperature head transmitter: Guide the mounting screws (item 1) with the mounting springs (item 2) through the bore of the temperature head transmitter (item 3) Secure the mounting screws with the circlips (item 4).
Waterpilot FMX21 Cable marking A0030955 • To make installation easier, Endress+Hauser marks the extension cable if a customer- specific length has been ordered. Ordering information: Product Configurator order code for "Service", option "IR" or "IS". • Cable marking tolerance (distance to lower end of level probe): Cable length <...
Waterpilot FMX21 Installation The cable shortening kit is used to shorten a cable easily and professionally. The cable shortening kit is not designed for the FMX21 with FM/CSA approval. • Ordering information: Product Configurator order code for "Accessories enclosed", option "PW"...
‣ The cable must end in a dry room or a suitable terminal box. The IP66/IP67 terminal box with GORE-TEX® filter from Endress+Hauser → 20 is suitable for outdoor installation. ‣ Connect the device in accordance with the following diagrams. Reverse polarity protection is integrated into the Waterpilot FMX21 and the temperature head transmitter.
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FMX21 A0019441 Waterpilot FMX21 Waterpilot FMX21 with Pt100 (not for use in hazardous areas); option "NB", Product Configurator order code for "Accessories" Not for the FMX21 with external diameter of 29 mm (1.14 in) 10.5 to 30 V DC (hazardous area), 10.5 to 35 V DC 4...20 mA...
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FMX21 4 to 20 mA Analog RD BK FMX21 4...20 mA Analog A0030945 Not for the FMX21 with external diameter of 29 mm (1.14 in) 10.5 to 35 V DC 4...20 mA Resistance (R TMT181 temperature head transmitter (4 to 20 mA) (not for use in hazardous areas)
FMX21 + Pt100 (optional) • 10.5 to 35 V (not hazardous areas) • 10.5 to 30 V (hazardous areas) 6.2.2 TMT181 temperature head transmitter (optional) for FMX21 4 to 20 mA Analog 8 to 35 V DC Cable specifications Endress+Hauser recommends using shielded, twisted-pair two-wire cables.
Electrical connection Waterpilot FMX21 6.4.2 TMT181 temperature head transmitter (optional) for FMX21 4 to 20 mA Analog ≤ 0.875 W at 35 V DC Current consumption 6.5.1 FMX21 + Pt100 (optional) Max. current consumption: ≤ 23 mA Min. current consumption: ≥ 3.6 mA 6.5.2...
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Power supply, display and evaluation unit with two inputs for 4 to 20 mA Waterpilot FMX21 Connection for integrated Pt100 in the FMX21 4 to 20 mA (temperature) 4 to 20 mA (level) Overvoltage protection, e.g. HAW from Endress+Hauser (not for use in hazardous areas.) Power supply Endress+Hauser...
Endress+Hauser offers comprehensive measuring point solutions with display and/or evaluation units for the Waterpilot FMX21 and TMT181 temperature head transmitter. Your Endress+Hauser service organization would be glad to be of service if you have any other questions. Contact addresses can be found on the website at www.endress.com/worldwide...