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Operating Instructions

Levelflex M FMP41C
Interface measurement
Guided Level-Radar
BA00364F/00/EN/13.10
71120284
Valid as of software version:
01.08.zz

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Levelflex M FMP41C Interface measurement Guided Level-Radar BA00364F/00/EN/13.10 71120284 Valid as of software version: 01.08.zz...
  • Page 2 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Brief Operating Instructions Levelflex M - Brief operating instructions KA283F/00/a2/03.09 71079005 71079005 Contrast: measured value dist./ meas value Group selection basic setup tank process empty full upper block. medium dist./ properties cond.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Special information on interface measurement ..15 Contact addresses of Endress+Hauser ... 63 Installation instructions ..... 16 Post-installation check .

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Safety instructions Designated use The Levelflex M is a compact level transmitter for the continuous measurement of the total level and the interface level in liquids. Measuring principle: guided level radar / TDR: Time Domain Reflectometry.

  • Page 5: Safety Conventions And Icons

    Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Safety instructions Safety conventions and icons In order to highlight safety-relevant or alternative operating procedures in the manual, the following conventions have been used, each indicated by a corresponding symbol in the margin.

  • Page 6: Identification

    Dat./Insp.: D01301-A Reference to additional safety-relevant documentation L00-FMP4xxxx-18-00-00-en-001 Information on the nameplate of the Levelflex M FMP41C 2.1.2 Ordering structure This overview does not mark options which are mutually exclusive. Approval: A Non-hazardous area Non-hazardous area, WHG...
  • Page 7 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Identification Probe: A ..mm, rope PFA>316, 150mm, Center rod, nozzle height max 150mm ..mm, rope PFA>316, 300mm, Center rod, nozzle height max 300mm C ..mm, rope PFA>316, 450mm, Center rod, nozzle height max 450mm D ..
  • Page 8 Identification Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Housing: A F12 Alu, coated IP68 NEMA6P F23 316L IP68 NEMA6P C T12 Alu, coated IP68 NEMA6P, separate conn. compartment D T12 Alu, coated IP68 NEMA6P + OVP , separate conn. compartment Special version, TSP-No.

  • Page 9: Scope Of Delivery

    The device complies with the applicable standards and regulations as listed in the EC Declaration of Conformity and thus complies with the statutory requirements of the EC directives. Endress+Hauser confirms the successful testing of the device by affixing to it the CE mark.

  • Page 10: Installation

    Installation Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Installation Incoming acceptance, transport, storage 3.1.1 Incoming acceptance Check the packaging and the contents for damage. Check the shipment, make sure nothing is missing and that the scope of supply matches your order.

  • Page 11: Installation Conditions

    Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Installation Installation conditions 3.2.1 Dimensions Housing dimensions 65 (2.56) 78 (3.07) max. 110 (4.33) ENDRESS+HAUSER F12 housing (Aluminium) 85 (3.35) mm (in) L00-F12xxxx-06-00-00-en-001 max. 100 (4.33) 94 (3.7) 65 (2.56) 78 (3.07)
  • Page 12 Installation Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Process connection, type of probe F12 / T12 / F23 housing Option “3” / “4” remote electronic top entry 4 x Ø 8,5 Option “4”: remote electronic side entry Ø 21.3 Ø...

  • Page 13: General Information On Interface Measurement

    Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Installation General information on interface measurement The Levelflex M with the "interface" electronics version is the ideal solution for measuring interfaces. The device measures variable interfaces and variable total levels simultaneously. overall level min.
  • Page 14 Installation Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART 3.3.1 Electronics The process variables are output using the dynamic variables of the HART protocol. The process variables can be flexibly assigned to the dynamic variables (primary, secondary, tertiary, quaternary value).

  • Page 15: Special Information On Interface Measurement

    Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Installation Special information on interface measurement 3.4.1 Installation in horizontal cylindrical, upright and underground tanks • Use rod probes in the bypass/stilling well. • Any distance from the wall is possible for rod probes in the stilling well. Contact with the wall must be ruled out.

  • Page 16: Installation Instructions

    Installation Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Installation instructions 3.5.1 Mounting kit For the mounting, you will require the following tool: • The tool for flange mounting • 4 mm (0.1") Allen wrench for turning the housing 3.5.2...
  • Page 17 The Levelflex M is a perfect replacement for a conventional displacer system in an existing displacer chamber. In addition to the DIN and ANSI flanges, which are available as standard, Endress+Hauser also offers flanges that suit Fischer and Masoneilan displacer chamber (special product) for this purpose. Thanks to menu-guided local operation, commissioning the Levelflex M only takes a few minutes.
  • Page 18 Installation Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART 3.5.5 Notes on special mounting situations Installation at an angle • For mechanical reasons, rod probes should be installed as vertically as possible. • With inclined installations the probe length has to be adjusted in dependence to the installation angle.
  • Page 19 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Installation 3.5.7 Installation with hard-to-reach process connections Installation with remote electronics • Wall and pipe bracket is contained in the scope of delivery and already mounted. • When installing, please observe the instructions, → ä 17.

  • Page 20: Post-Installation Check

    Installation Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART 3.5.8 Turning the housing After mounting, you can turn the housing 350° in order make it easier to access the display and the connection compartment. Proceed as follows to turn the housing to the required position: •...

  • Page 21: Wiring

    Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Wiring Wiring Quick wiring guide Wiring in F12/F23 housing " Before connection please note the following: ● The power supply must be identical to the data on the Caution! nameplate (1). ENDRESS+HAUSER...
  • Page 22 Wiring Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Wiring in T12 housing " Before connection please note the following: The power supply must be identical to the data on the Caution! nameplate (1). ENDRESS+HAUSER Made in Germany LEVELFLEX-M D-79689 Maulburg Switch off power supply before connecting up the device.

  • Page 23: Connecting The Measuring Unit

    Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Wiring Connecting the measuring unit Connection compartment Three housing types are available: • Aluminum housing F12 with additionally sealed connection compartment for: – Standard – Ex ia • Aluminum housing T12 with separate connection compartment for: –...
  • Page 24 Wiring Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Cable entry • Cable gland: M20x1.5 (only cable entry for Ex d) • Cable entry: G½ or ½NPT Supply voltage HART, 2-wire All the following values are terminal voltages directly at the device:...
  • Page 25 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Wiring 4.2.1 HART connection with Endress+Hauser RMA422 / RN221N DC power supply unit 4...20 mA RMA422 ENDRESS + HAUSER RMA 422 RN221N 1 2 3 4 dsdmdm df das. asdas fa asas la.

  • Page 26: Recommended Connection

    Wiring Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Recommended connection 4.3.1 Potential equalization Connect the potential equalization to the external ground terminal (1) of the transmitter. F12/F23 housing T12 housing L00-FMP41Cxx-17-00-00-en-003 4.3.2 Wiring a shielded cable " Caution! In Ex applications, the device must only be grounded on the sensor side. Further safety instructions are given in the separate documentation for applications in hazardous areas (→...

  • Page 27: Operation

    Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Operation Operation Quick operation guide ENDRESS + HAUSER – >3 s Return to process proper. basic setup tank shape Group Selection part. filled standard safety settings fully flooded fast change slow change...
  • Page 28 Operation Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART 5.1.1 General structure of the operating menu The operating menu is made up of two levels: • Function groups (00, 01, 03, …, 0C, 0D): The individual operating options of the device are split up roughly into different function groups.

  • Page 29: Display And Operating Elements

    Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Operation Display and operating elements 5.2.1 Liquid crystal display (LCD) Four lines with 20 characters each. Display contrast adjustable through key combination. (liquid crystal display) Orde Orde Ser.- Ser.- r Cod r Cod No.:...
  • Page 30 Operation Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART 5.2.3 Display symbols The following table describes the symbols that appear on the liquid crystal display: Symbol Meaning ALARM_SYMBOL This alarm symbol appears when the device is in an alarm condition. If the symbol flashes, this indicates a warning.

  • Page 31: Local Operation

    Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Operation Local operation 5.3.1 Locking of the configuration mode The Levelflex can be protected in two ways against unauthorized changing of device data, numerical values or factory settings: Function "Unlock Parameter" (0A4): A value <>100 (e.g.
  • Page 32 Operation Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART 5.3.2 Unlocking the configuration mode If an attempt is made to change parameters when the device is locked, the user is automatically requested to unlock the device: Function "Unlock Parameter" (0A4):...
  • Page 33 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Operation 5.3.3 Factory settings (reset) " Caution! A reset sets the device back to the factory settings. This can lead to an impairment of the measurement. Generally, you should perform basic setup again following a reset.

  • Page 34: Displaying And Acknowledging Error Messages

    Operation Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Displaying and acknowledging error messages Type of error Errors that occur during commissioning or measuring are displayed immediately on the local display. If two or more system or process errors occur, the error with the highest priority is the one shown on the display.

  • Page 35: Hart Communication

    The operating program FieldCare is an Endress+Hauser Plant Asset Management Tool based on FDT technology. You can use Field-Care to configure all your Endress+Hauser devices, as well as devices from other manufacturers that support the FDT standard. Hardware and software requirements you can find on the internet: www.endress.com È...
  • Page 36 Operation Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Signal analysis via envelope curve L00-FMP4xxxx-20-00-00-en-007 Tank linearization L00-fmp-Ixxx-20-00-00-en-041 Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 37: Commissioning

    Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Commissioning Commissioning Function check Make sure that all final checks have been completed before you start up your measuring point: • Checklist "Post-installation check", → ä 20. • Checklist "Post-connection check", → ä 26.

  • Page 38: Basic Setup

    Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Basic setup flange: reference point of measurement = empty calibr. (= zero) - setting in 005 = full calibr. (= span) - setting in 006 = distance interface (distance flange / DK ) - display in 0A6...
  • Page 39 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Commissioning " Caution! The basic setup is sufficient for successful commissioning in most applications. The Levelflex is precalibrated at the factory to the probe length ordered so that in most cases only the application parameters that automatically adapt the device to the measuring conditions need to be entered.

  • Page 40: Basic Setup With The Vu331

    Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Basic Setup with the VU331 Function "Measured Value" (000) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – This function displays the current measured value in the selected unit (see "Customer Unit" (042) function). The number of digits after the decimal point can be selected in the "No.
  • Page 41 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Commissioning Function "Process Propert." (004) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – Use this function to adapt the device reaction to the filling speed in the tank. The setting influences an intelligent filter and affects the total level and interface layer level in the same way.
  • Page 42 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Function "Full Calibr." (006) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – This function is used to enter the distance from the minimum level to the maximum level (= span). F = full calibration (= span) F max = E –...
  • Page 43 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Commissioning 6.4.2 Maximum measured error Typical data under reference operating conditions: DIN EN 61298-2, percentage values in relation to the span. Output: Digital Analog Sum of non-linearity, Level (level and interface electronics version): ±...
  • Page 44 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Deviating from this, the following measured error occurs for thin interface layers (only "K" interface measurement electronics version): rod probe (example), also valid for coax probe ±50 ±40 No measurement lower medium ±30...
  • Page 45 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Commissioning "Distance/Measured Value" display (008) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – The measured distances from the reference point to the product level and the interface are shown. Check whether the values correspond to the actual distances. The following cases can occur: •...

  • Page 46: Envelope Curve With Vu331

    Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Envelope curve with VU331 After the basic setup, an evaluation of the measurement with the aid of the envelope curve (function group "Envelope Curve" (0E)) is recommended. 6.5.1 Function "Plot Settings" (0E1) Here you can select which information is shown on the display: •...

  • Page 47: Function "Envelope Curve Display" (0E3)

    Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Commissioning Function "Envelope Curve Display" (0E3) You can take the following information from the envelope curve display in this function: interface echo cursor (electrical distance) level echo empty calibr. level echo quality of evaluated echo full calibr.
  • Page 48 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART 6.6.3 Mapping • Factory mapping Mapping (empty curve) is already available in the device when the device is delivered. • Customer mapping In a partially filled state, the distance up to 10 cm before the actual total level can be mapped (range of mapping = actual distance from total level - 10 cm), or values >...
  • Page 49 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Commissioning Move mode Then press to get to the Move mode. is displayed. You now have the following options: • moves the curve to the right. • moves the curve to the left.

  • Page 50: Basic Setup With The Endress+Hauser Operating Program

    Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Basic Setup with the Endress+Hauser operating program To carry out the basic setup with the operating program, proceed as follows: • Start the operating program and establish a connection. • Select the "basic setup" function group in the navigation window.
  • Page 51 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Commissioning Basic Setup step 2/3: • Enter the application parameters: – Tank shape – Medium property L00-fmp-Ixxx-20-00-00-de-036 Basic Setup step 3/3: • Enter the application parameters: – Empty calibration – Full calibration –...
  • Page 52 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART 6.7.1 Signal analysis via envelope curve After the basic setup, an evaluation of the measurement using the envelope curve is recommended. L00-fmp-Ixxx-20-00-00-de-034 6.7.2 User-specific applications (operation) For details of setting the parameters of user-specific applications, see separate documentation BA00366F/00/EN "Description of Instrument Functions"...

  • Page 53: Maintenance

    Repairs The Endress+Hauser repair concept assumes that the measuring devices have a modular design and that customers are able to undertake repairs themselves ("Spare Parts", → ä 62). Please contact Endress+Hauser Service for further information on service and spare parts.

  • Page 54: Accessories

    Accessories Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Accessories Various accessories, which can be ordered separately from Endress+Hauser, are available for the Levelflex M. Weather protection cover A weather protection cover made of stainless steel is available for outdoor installation (order code: 543199-0001).

  • Page 55: Remote Display And Operation Fhx40

    Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Accessories Remote display and operation FHX40 Wall-mounting Pipe-mounting (without mounting bracket) (mounting bracket and plate supplied optionally, s. product structure) Separate housing FHX40 (IP 65) Micropilot M (4.8) Levelflex M Prosonic M...

  • Page 56: Centering Disk

    For details refer to TI00404F/00/EN. Commubox FXA291 The Commubox FXA291 connects Endress+Hauser field devices with a CDI interface (= Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface) to the USB port of a personal computer or laptop. For details refer to TI00405C/07/EN. Note! For the device you need the "ToF adapter FXA291" as an additional accessory.

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting instructions Levelflex M -Trouble Shooting Check voltage and Not ok compare it with the Instrument does Connect the Instrument works? Ready not respond specifications on the correct voltage nameplate.

  • Page 58: System Error Messages

    Troubleshooting Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART System error messages Code Description Possible cause Remedy A102 Checksum error Device was switched off before data could Reset general reset & new calibr. be stored; Avoid EMC problems; required EMC problem...
  • Page 59 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Troubleshooting Code Description Possible cause Remedy W611 Less than 2 linearization Number of linearization coordinates Correct table points for channel 1 entered < 2 W621 Simulation ch. 1 on Simulation mode is switched on...

  • Page 60: Application Errors

    Troubleshooting Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Application errors Error Output Possible cause Remedial action A warning or alarm is Depends on configuration See table of See table of pending error messages error messages (→ ä 58) (→ ä 58) When "fully flooded"...
  • Page 61 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Troubleshooting Error Output Possible cause Remedial action The measured values Echo threshold for the Check the DC value setting → for the interface and total level too high in "Medium Properties" the total level are (003).

  • Page 62: Spare Parts

    Troubleshooting Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Spare Parts An overview of the spare parts for your device is available in the internet at www.endress.com. To obtain information on the spare parts, proceed as follows: Go to "www.endress.com" and select your country.

  • Page 63: Return

    Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Troubleshooting Return The following procedures must be carried out before a transmitter is sent to Endress+Hauser e.g. for repair or calibration: • Remove all residue which may be present. Pay special attention to the grooves for seals and crevices which could contain fluid residues.

  • Page 64: Technical Data

    Technical data Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Technical data 10.1 Additional technical data 10.1.1 Input The measured variable is the distance between the reference point (see Fig., → ä 12) and the Measured variable product surface. Subject to the input empty distance "E" (Fig., → ä 38), the level is calculated.
  • Page 65 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Technical data 10.1.3 Performance characteristics Reference operating • Temperature = +20 °C ±5 °C conditions • Pressure = 1013 mbar abs. ±20 mbar • Humidity = 65 % ±20 % • Reflection factor ≥ 0.8 (surface of the water for coax probe, metal plate for rod and rope probe with min.
  • Page 66 Technical data Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART 10.1.4 Operating conditions: environment Ambient temperature range Ambient temperature at the electronics: -40 °C to +80 °C. The function of the LCD display is restricted at T < -20 °C and T >...
  • Page 67 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Technical data 10.1.5 Operating conditions: process Process temperature range The maximum permitted temperature at the process connection (see Fig. for measuring point) is determined by the process connection ordered: Min. temperature Max. temperature -40 °C (-40 °F)
  • Page 68 Technical data Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART 10.1.6 Mechanical construction Material See TI00386F/00/EN, chapter "Material (not in contact with process)" and "Material (in contact with process)". Probe length tolerance Rod probes Over Up to Admissible tolerance (mm)
  • Page 69 The measuring system meets the legal requirements of the applicable EC guidelines. These are listed in the corresponding EC Declaration of Conformity together with the standards applied. Endress+Hauser confirms successful testing of the device by affixing to it the CE mark. Suitability for hygenic...
  • Page 70 Technical data Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Ex approval The devices are certified for use in hazardous areas. The safety instructions to be observed are enclosed and referenced on the nameplate: • Europe: EC type-examination certificate, Safety Instructions XA •...
  • Page 71 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Technical data 10.1.8 Additional documentation Additional documentation This additional documentation can be found on our product pages on www.endress.com. • Technical Information (TI00386F/00/EN) • Brief operating instructions (KA01051F/00/EN) Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 72: Appendix

    Appendix Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Appendix 11.1 HART operating menu (display module) basic setup tank properties process proper. empty calibr. full calibr. upper block.dist medium cond. enter value enter value partially filled standard fully flooded fast change...
  • Page 73 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Appendix dist./meas.value Level and Interface are displayed ackn. alarm max. scale max. scale diameter vessel medium property2 echo quality echo quality offset output damping Echoqual. Füllst 80.00 is displayed is displayed will be added to the...

  • Page 74: Patents

    Appendix Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART 11.2 Patents This product is protected by at least one of the following patents. Further patents are pending. • US 5,661,251 i EP 0 780 664 • US 5,827,985 i EP 0 780 664 •...
  • Page 75 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Appendix Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 76 Appendix Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 77: Index

    Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Index Index Accessories ........54 Operating menu .
  • Page 78 Levelflex M FMP41C 4 to 20 mA HART Index Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 79 Erklärung zur Kontamination und Reinigung Please reference the Return Authorization Number (RA#), obtained from Endress+Hauser, on all paperwork and mark the RA# clearly on the outside of the box. If this procedure is not followed, it may result in the refusal of the package at our facility.
  • Page 80 www.endress.com/worldwide BA00364F/00/EN/13.10 71120284 CCS/FM+SGML 6.0/ProMoDo 71120284...

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