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BA01003F/00/EN/20.18
71394757
2018-04-12
01.03.zz (Device firmware)
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  • Page 1 Products Solutions Services BA01003F/00/EN/20.18 71394757 2018-04-12 01.03.zz (Device firmware) Operating Instructions Levelflex FMP55 HART Guided wave radar...

  • Page 2: Value Current Output 1 To

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Order code: XXXXX-XXXXXX Ser. no.: XXXXXXXXXXXX Ext. ord. cd.: XXX.XXXX.XX Serial number www.endress.com/deviceviewer Endress+Hauser Operations App A0023555 Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Table of contents Table of contents 6.1.6 Special mounting conditions ..27 Important document information ..5 Mounting the device ....31 Document function .

  • Page 4: Decimal Places 1 To

    Table of contents Levelflex FMP55 HART HART device variables and measuring 15.1.3 Replacement of an electronics values ......71 module .

  • Page 5: Important Document Information

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Important document information Important document information Document function 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.

  • Page 6: Symbols For Certain Types Of Information

    Important document information Levelflex FMP55 HART Symbol Meaning Cross-head screwdriver A0011219 Allen key A0011221 Hexagon wrench A0011222 1.2.4 Symbols for certain types of information Symbol Meaning Permitted Procedures, processes or actions that are permitted. Preferred Procedures, processes or actions that are preferred.

  • Page 7: Symbols At The Device

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Important document information 1.2.6 Symbols at the device Symbol Meaning Safety instructions Observe the safety instructions contained in the associated Operating Instructions. Temperature resistance of the connection cables Specifies the minimum value of the temperature resistance of the connection cables.

  • Page 8: Supplementary Documentation

    For an overview of the scope of the associated Technical Documentation, refer to the following: • The W@M Device Viewer : Enter the serial number from the nameplate (www.endress.com/deviceviewer) • The Endress+Hauser Operations App: Enter the serial number from the nameplate or scan the 2-D matrix code (QR code) on the nameplate. Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 9: Terms And Abbreviations

    Time of Flight FieldCare Scalable software tool for device configuration and integrated plant asset management solutions DeviceCare Universal configuration software for Endress+Hauser HART, PROFIBUS, FOUNDATION Fieldbus and Ethernet field devices Device Type Manager Device Description for HART communication protocol ε...

  • Page 10: Registered Trademarks

    Registered trademark of the FieldComm Group, Austin, USA Bluetooth® The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Endress+Hauser is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Apple®...

  • Page 11: Basic Safety Instructions

    The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper or non-designated use. Verification for borderline cases: ‣ For special measured materials and cleaning agents, Endress+Hauser is glad to provide assistance in verifying the corrosion resistance of wetted materials, but does not accept any warranty or liability.

  • Page 12: Workplace Safety

    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. 2.5.2 EAC conformity The measuring system meets the legal requirements of the applicable EAC guidelines.

  • Page 13: Safety Instructions (Xa)

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Basic safety instructions Safety Instructions (XA) Depending on the approval, the following Safety Instructions (XA) are supplied with the device. They are an integral part of the Operating Instructions. Feature 010 Approval Available for Feature 020: "Power Supply; Output"...
  • Page 14 Basic safety instructions Levelflex FMP55 HART Feature 010 Approval Available for Feature 020: "Power Supply; Output" NEPSI Ex nA II T6 Gc FMP55 XA00635F XA00635F XA00635F XA00641F XA00635F NEPSI Ex ic IIC T6 Gc FMP55 XA00635F XA00635F XA00635F XA00641F XA00635F NEPSI Ex ia IIC T6 Ga/Gb, Ex iaD 20/21 T85…90°C...

  • Page 15: Ex-Marking In Case Of Connected Fhx50 Remote Display

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Basic safety instructions 2.6.1 Ex-marking in case of connected FHX50 remote display If the device is prepared for the remote display FHX50 (product structure: feature 030: Display, Operation", option L or M), the Ex marking of some certificates changes according to the following table Feature 010 ("Approval") Feature 030 ("Display, Operation") Ex-marking...

  • Page 16: Product Description

    Product description Levelflex FMP55 HART Product description Product design 3.1.1 Levelflex FMP51/FMP52/FMP54/FMP55 A0012399  1 Design of the Levelflex Electronics housing Process connection (here as an example: flange) Rope probe End-of-probe weight Rod probe Coax probe Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 17: Electronics Housing

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Product description 3.1.2 Electronics housing A0012422  2 Design of the electronics housing Electronics compartment cover Display module Main electronics module Cable glands (1 or 2, depending on instrument version) Nameplate I/O electronics module Terminals (pluggable spring terminals)

  • Page 18: Incoming Acceptance And Product

    • Enter the serial number from the nameplates into the Endress+Hauser Operations App or scan the 2-D matrix code (QR code) on the nameplate with the Endress+Hauser Operations App: all the information for the measuring device is displayed. Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 19: Nameplate

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Incoming acceptance and product identification 4.2.1 Nameplate 92 (3.62) Order code: Ser. no.: Ext. ord. cd.: MWP: LN = Lref = Mat.: DeviceID: Dev.Rev.: if modification see sep. label Date: A0010725  3 Nameplate of the Levelflex; Dimensions: mm (in)

  • Page 20: Storage, Transport

    Storage, Transport Levelflex FMP55 HART Storage, Transport Storage conditions • Permitted storage temperature: –40 to +80 °C (–40 to +176 °F) • Use the original packaging. Transport product to the measuring point WARNING Housing or probe may be damaged or break away.
  • Page 21 Levelflex FMP55 HART Storage, Transport A0015471 Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 22: Mounting

    A0011281  4 Mounting position of Levelflex FMP55 • Rod probes / rope probes: must be mounted in a stilling well or bypass →  27. • Coax probes: can be mounted at an arbitrary distance from the wall of the vessel.

  • Page 23: Applications With Restricted Mounting Space

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Mounting 6.1.2 Applications with restricted mounting space Mounting with remote sensor The device version with a remote sensor is suited for applications with restricted mounting space. In this case the electronics housing is mounted at a separate position from which it is easier accessible.

  • Page 24: Notes On The Mechanical Load Of The Probe

    Mounting Levelflex FMP55 HART 6.1.3 Notes on the mechanical load of the probe Tensile load limit of rope probes Sensor Feature 060 Probe Tensile load limit [kN] FMP55 NA, ND Rope 4mm (1/6") PFA>316 Bending strength of rod probes Sensor...

  • Page 25: Mounting Cladded Flanges

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Mounting 6.1.4 Mounting cladded flanges • Use flange screws according to the number of flange holes. • Tighten the screws with the required torque (see table). • Retighten the screws after 24 hours or after the first temperature cycle.

  • Page 26: Securing The Probe

    Mounting Levelflex FMP55 HART 6.1.5 Securing the probe Securing coax probes For WHG approvals: For probe lengths ≥ 3 m (10 ft) a support is required. A0012608 Coax probes can be supported at any point of the outer tube. Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 27: Special Mounting Conditions

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Mounting 6.1.6 Special mounting conditions Bypasses and stilling wells In bypass and stilling well applications it is recommended to use a centering disks or stars. A0014129 Mounting in a stilling well Mounting in a bypass Minimum distance between end of probe and lower edge of the bypass; see table below...
  • Page 28 With heat insulated tanks the bypass should also be insulated in order to prevent condensate formation. For information on bypass solutions from Endress+Hauser please contact your Endress+Hauser sales representative. Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 29 Levelflex FMP55 HART Mounting Underground tanks A0014142 Use a coax probe for nozzles with large diameters in order to avoid reflections at the nozzle wall. Non-metallic vessels When mounting Levelflex in a non-metallic vessel, use a coax probe. Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 30 Mounting Levelflex FMP55 HART Vessels with heat insulation If process temperatures are high, the device must be included in normal tank insulation to prevent the electronics heating up as a result of heat radiation or convection. The insulation may not exceed beyond the points labeled "MAX" in the drawings.

  • Page 31: Mounting The Device

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Mounting Mounting the device 6.2.1 Required mounting tools • For flanges and other process connections: appropriate mounting tools • To turn the housing: Hexagonal wrench 8 mm 6.2.2 Mounting the device Flange mounting If a seal is used, be sure to use unpainted metal bolts to ensure good electrical contact between probe flange and process flange.
  • Page 32 Mounting Levelflex FMP55 HART CAUTION The plugs of the connection cable may be damaged by mechanical stress. ‣ Mount the probe and the electronics housing tightly before connecting the cable. ‣ Lay the cable such that it is not exposed to mechanical stress. Minimum bending radius: 100 mm (4").

  • Page 33: Turning The Transmitter Housing

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Mounting 6 Nm 6 Nm (4.42 lbf ft) (4.42 lbf ft) = 100 (4) = 100 (4) 6 Nm 6 Nm (4.42 lbf ft) (4.42 lbf ft) A0014794  7 Connecting the cable. There are the following possibilities:...

  • Page 34: Turning The Display

    Mounting Levelflex FMP55 HART 6.2.5 Turning the display Opening cover 3 mm A0021430 1. Loosen the screw of the securing clamp of the electronics compartment cover using an Allen key (3 mm) and turn the clamp 90 ° counterclockwise. 2. Unscrew cover and check lid gasket, replace if necessary.
  • Page 35 Levelflex FMP55 HART Mounting 1. Screw back firmly electronics compartment cover. 2. Turning securing clamp 90 ° clockwise and tighten the clamp with 2.5 Nm using the Allen key (3 mm). Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 36: Post-Installation Check

    Mounting Levelflex FMP55 HART Post-installation check Is the device undamaged (visual inspection)? Does the device conform to the measuring point specifications? For example: • Process temperature • Process pressure (refer to the chapter on "Material load curves" of the "Technical Information"...

  • Page 37: Electrical Connection

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection Electrical connection Connection conditions 7.1.1 Terminal assignment Terminal assignment 2-wire: 4-20 mA HART A0036498  8 Terminal assignment 2-wire: 4-20 mA HART Without integrated overvoltage protection With integrated overvoltage protection Connection 4-20 mA HART passive: terminals 1 and 2, without integrated overvoltage protection...
  • Page 38 Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 HART Terminal assignment 2-wire: 4-20 mA HART, switch output A0036500  10 Terminal assignment 2-wire: 4-20 mA HART, switch output Without integrated overvoltage protection With integrated overvoltage protection Connection 4-20 mA HART passive: terminals 1 and 2, without integrated overvoltage protection...
  • Page 39 Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection Terminal assignment 2-wire: 4-20 mA HART, 4-20 mA A0036500  12 Terminal assignment 2-wire: 4-20 mA HART, 4-20 mA Without integrated overvoltage protection With integrated overvoltage protection Connection current output 1, 4-20 mA HART passive: terminals 1 and 2, without integrated overvoltage...
  • Page 40 Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 HART Terminal assignment 4-wire: 4-20 mA HART (10.4 to 48 V A0036516  14 Terminal assignment 4-wire: 4-20 mA HART (10.4 to 48 V Connection 4-20 mA HART (active): terminals 3 and 4 Connection supply voltage: terminals 1 and 2 Terminal for cable screen Block diagram 4-wire: 4-20 mA HART (10.4 to 48 V...
  • Page 41 Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection Terminal assignment 4-wire: 4-20 mA HART (90 to 253 V A0036519  16 Terminal assignment 4-wire: 4-20 mA HART (90 to 253 V Connection 4-20 mA HART (active): terminals 3 and 4 Connection supply voltage: terminals 1 and 2...
  • Page 42 Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 HART Block diagram 4-wire: 4-20 mA HART (90 to 253 V A0036527  17 Block diagram 4-wire: 4-20 mA HART (90 to 253 V Evaluation unit, e.g. PLC HART communication resistor (≥ 250 Ω); observe maximum load Connection for Commubox FXA195 or FieldXpert SFX350/SFX370 (via VIATOR Bluetooth modem) Analog display device;...
  • Page 43 Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection Connection examples for the switch output A0015909  18 Connection of a relay A0015910  19 Connection of a digital input Suitable relays (examples): Pull-up resistor • Solid-state relay: Phoenix Contact OV-24DC/480AC/5 with mounting Digital input rail connector UMK-1 OM-R/AMS •...

  • Page 44: Cable Specification

    Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 HART HART loop converter HMX50 The dynamic variables of the HART protocol can be converted into individual 4 to 20 mA sections using the HART loop converter HMX50. The variables are assigned to the current output and the measuring ranges of the individual parameters are defined in the HMX50.

  • Page 45: Device Plug Connectors

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection 7.1.3 Device plug connectors For the versions with fieldbus plug connector (M12 or 7/8"), the signal line can be connected without opening the housing. Pin assignment of the M12 plug connector Meaning Signal + not connected...

  • Page 46: Power Supply

    Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 HART 7.1.4 Power supply 2-wire, 4-20mA HART, passive 2-wire; 4-20mA HART "Approval" Terminal voltage U at the device Maximum load R, depending on the supply voltage U at the supply unit • Non-Ex 17.5 to 35 V •...
  • Page 47 Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection 2-wire; 4-20mA HART, 4-20mA "Approval" Terminal voltage U at the device Maximum load R, depending on the supply voltage U at the supply unit Channel 1: 17 to 30 V R [ ] U 0 [V]...

  • Page 48: Overvoltage Protection

    < 1.5 pF Nominal arrest impulse voltage (8/20 μs) 10 kA External overvoltage protection module HAW562 or HAW569 from Endress+Hauser are suited as external overvoltage protection. For detailed information please refer to the following documents: • HAW562: TI01012K • HAW569: TI01013K...

  • Page 49: Opening Connection Compartment Cover

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection 7.2.1 Opening connection compartment cover 3 mm A0021490 1. Loosen the screw of the securing clamp of the connection compartment cover using an Allen key (3 mm) and turn the clamp 90 ° clockwise. 2. Afterwards unscrew connection compartment cover and check lid gasket, replace if necessary.

  • Page 50: Plug-In Spring-Force Terminals

    Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 HART 5. Connect the cable in accordance with the terminal assignment.  A0034682 6. If using shielded cables: Connect the cable shield to the ground terminal. 7.2.3 Plug-in spring-force terminals In the case of devices without integrated overvoltage protection, electrical connection is via plug-in spring-force terminals.

  • Page 51: Post-Connection Check

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection 1. Screw back firmly connection compartment cover. 2. Turning securing clamp 90 ° counterclockwise and tighten the clamp with 2.5 Nm (1.84 lbf ft) again using the Allen key (3 mm). Post-connection check  Is the device or cable undamaged (visual check)? ...

  • Page 52: Operation Options

    Operation options Levelflex FMP55 HART Operation options Overview 8.1.1 Local operation Operation Pushbuttons Touch Control with Order code for Option C "SD02" Option E "SD03" "Display; Operation" A0036312 A0036313 Display 4-line display 4-line display elements white background lighting; switches to red in...

  • Page 53: Operation With Remote Display And Operating Module Fhx50

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operation options 8.1.2 Operation with remote display and operating module FHX50 A0036314  23 FHX50 operating options Display and operating module SD03, optical keys; can be operated through the glass of the cover Display and operating module SD02, push buttons; cover must be removed...

  • Page 54: Operation Via Bluetooth® Wireless Technology

    Operation options Levelflex FMP55 HART 8.1.3 Operation via Bluetooth® wireless technology Requirements A0036790  24 Device with Bluetooth module Electronics housing of the device Bluetooth module This operation option is only available for devices with Bluetooth module. There are the following options: •...

  • Page 55: Remote Operation

    Field Xpert SFX350/SFX370 VIATOR Bluetooth modem with connecting cable Transmitter DeviceCare/FieldCare via service interface (CDI) A0032466  27 DeviceCare/FieldCare via service interface (CDI) Service interface (CDI) of the instrument (= Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface) Commubox FXA291 Computer with DeviceCare/FieldCare operating tool Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 56: Structure And Function Of The Operating Menu

    Operation options Levelflex FMP55 HART Structure and function of the operating menu 8.2.1 Structure of the operating menu Menu Submenu / Meaning parameter Language Defines the operating language of the on- site display Commissioning Launches the interactive wizard for guided commissioning.
  • Page 57 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operation options Menu Submenu / Meaning parameter Communication Contains all parameters needed to configure the digital communication interface. Diagnostics Contains all parameters needed to detect and analyze operational errors. If operating via operating tools (e.g. FieldCare), the "Language" parameter is located under "Setup → ...

  • Page 58: User Roles And Related Access Authorization

    Operation options Levelflex FMP55 HART 8.2.2 User roles and related access authorization The two user roles Operator and Maintenance have different write access to the parameters if a device-specific access code has been defined. This protects the device configuration via the local display from unauthorized access →  58.
  • Page 59 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operation options Disabling write protection via access code If the -symbol appears on the local display in front of a parameter, the parameter is write-protected by a device-specific access code and its value cannot be changed at the moment using the local display →...
  • Page 60 Operation options Levelflex FMP55 HART XXXXXXXXXXXXX 3 mm A0026157 1. Loosen the securing clamp. 2. Unscrew the electronics compartment cover. 3. Pull out the display module with a gentle rotational movement. To make it easier to access the lock switch, attach the display module to the edge of the electronics compartment.
  • Page 61 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operation options 4. Setting the write protection switch (WP) on the main electronics module to the ON position enables hardware write protection. Setting the write protection switch (WP) on the main electronics module to the OFF position (factory setting) disables hardware write protection.
  • Page 62 Operation options Levelflex FMP55 HART Enabling and disabling the keypad lock The keypad lock makes it possible to block access to the entire operating menu via local operation. As a result, it is no longer possible to navigate through the operating menu or change the values of individual parameters.

  • Page 63: Display And Operating Module

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operation options Display and operating module 8.3.1 Display appearance User ABC_ DEFG HIJK PQRS TUVW LMNO A0012635  28 Appearance of the display and operation module for on-site operation Measured value display (1 value max. size) 1.1 Header containing tag and error symbol (if an error is active) 1.2 Measured value symbols...
  • Page 64 Operation options Levelflex FMP55 HART Display symbols for the submenus Symbol Meaning Display/operation Is displayed: • in the main menu next to the selection "Display/operation" A0018367 • in the header, if you are in the "Display/operation" menu Setup Is displayed: •...
  • Page 65 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operation options Measured value symbols Symbol Meaning Measured values Level A0032892 Distance A0032893 Current output A0032908 Measured current A0032894 Terminal voltage A0032895 Temperature of the electronics or the sensor A0032896 Measuring channels Measuring channel 1 A0032897 Measuring channel 2...

  • Page 66: Operating Elements

    Operation options Levelflex FMP55 HART 8.3.2 Operating elements Meaning Minus key For menu, submenu Moves the selection bar upwards in a picklist. A0018330 For text and numeric editor In the input mask, moves the selection bar to the left (backwards).

  • Page 67: Entering Numbers And Text

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operation options 8.3.3 Entering numbers and text Numeric editor Text editor User ABC_ DEFG HIJK LMNO PQRS TUVW A0013999 A0013941 Editing view Display area of the entered values Input mask Operating elements Input mask The following input symbols are available in the input mask of the numeric and text editor:...
  • Page 68 Operation options Levelflex FMP55 HART Confirms selection. A0013985 Switches to the selection of the correction tools. A0013987 Exits the input without applying the changes. A0013986 Clears all entered characters. A0014040 Correction symbols under Symbol Meaning Clears all entered characters. A0032907 Moves the input position one position to the right.

  • Page 69: Opening The Context Menu

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operation options 8.3.4 Opening the context menu Using the context menu, the user can call up the following menus quickly and directly from the operational display: • Setup • Conf. backup disp. • Env.curve • Keylock on Opening and closing the context menu The user is in the operational display.

  • Page 70: Envelope Curve On The Display And Operating Module

    Operation options Levelflex FMP55 HART 8.3.5 Envelope curve on the display and operating module In order to assess the measuring signal, the envelope curve and - if a mapping has been recorded - the mapping curve can be displayed: (2s)

  • Page 71: Device Integration Via The Hart

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Device integration via the HART protocol Device integration via the HART protocol Overview of the Device Description files (DD) HART Manufacturer ID 0x11 Device type 0x1122 HART specification DD files For information and files see: • www.endress.com •...

  • Page 72: Commissioning Via Smartblue

    Commissioning via SmartBlue (app) Levelflex FMP55 HART Commissioning via SmartBlue (app) 10.1 Requirements Device requirements Commissioning via SmartBlue is only possible if the device has a Bluetooth module. System requirements SmartBlue SmartBlue is available as download for Android devices from the Google Play Store and for iOS devices from the iTunes Store.
  • Page 73 Levelflex FMP55 HART Commissioning via SmartBlue (app) 2. Start SmartBlue  A0029747  31 SmartBlue pictogram 3. Select device from displayed livelist (available devices only)  A0029502  32 Livelist Only one point-to-point connection can be established between one sensor and one smartphone or tablet.
  • Page 74 Commissioning via SmartBlue (app) Levelflex FMP55 HART 8. By wiping from the side, additional information (e.g. main menu) can be dragged into the image  A0029504  34 Main menu Envelope curves can be displayed and recorded Additionally to the envelope curve, the following values are displayed: •...
  • Page 75 Levelflex FMP55 HART Commissioning via SmartBlue (app) A0029487  36 Envelope curve display (example) in SmartBlue; IoS view Record video Create screenshot Navigation to mapping menu Start / stop video recording Move time on time axis Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 76: Commissioning Via Wizard

    If the wizard is cancelled before all necessary parameters have been set, the device may be in an undefined state. A reset to the default settings is recommended in this case. DeviceCare is available for download at www.software-products.endress.com. The download requires a registration in the Endress+Hauser software portal. Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 77: Commissioning Via Operating

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Commissioning via operating menu Commissioning via operating menu 12.1 Installation and function check Make sure that all final checks have been completed before you start up your measuring point: • Checklist "Post-installation check" →  36 • Checklist "Post-connection check" →  51 12.2...

  • Page 78: Configuration Of An Interface Measurement

    Commissioning via operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART 12.3 Configuration of an interface measurement 100% DK (DC ) A0011177  38 Configuration parameters for interface measurements Length of probe Reference pioint of the measurement "Interface distance" parameter (Distance from reference point to lower medium)
  • Page 79 Levelflex FMP55 HART Commissioning via operating menu 11. Navigate to: Setup → Distance  Displays the distance D between the reference point R and the level L 12. Navigate to: Setup → Interface distance  Displays the distance D between the reference point R and the interface L 13.

  • Page 80: Recording The Reference Curve

    Commissioning via operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART 12.4 Recording the reference curve After the configuration of the measurement it is recommended to record the current envelope curve as a reference curve. The reference curve can be used later on in the process for diagnostic purposes.

  • Page 81: Configuration Of The On-Site Display

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Commissioning via operating menu 12.5 Configuration of the on-site display 12.5.1 Factory settings of the on-site display for interface measurements Parameter Factory setting for devices with 1 current Factory setting for devices with 2 current output outputs Format display 1 value, max.

  • Page 82: Configuration Of The Current Outputs

    Commissioning via operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART 12.6 Configuration of the current outputs 12.6.1 Factory setting of the current outputs for interface measurements Current Allocated 4mA value 20mA value output measuring vlaue Interface linearized 0% or the corresponding linearized 100% or the corresponding...

  • Page 83: Configuration Management

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Commissioning via operating menu 12.7 Configuration management After commissioning, you can save the current device configuration, copy it to another measuring point or restore the previous device configuration. You can do so using the Configuration management parameter and its options.

  • Page 84: Protection Of The Settings Against Unauthorized Changes

    Commissioning via operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART 12.8 Protection of the settings against unauthorized changes There are two ways to protect the settings against unauthorized changes: • Via parameter settings (software locking) →  58 • Via locking switch (hardware locking) →  59...

  • Page 85: Diagnostics And Troubleshooting

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Diagnostics and troubleshooting Diagnostics and troubleshooting 13.1 General trouble shooting 13.1.1 General errors Error Possible cause Remedial action Device does not respond. Supply voltage does not match Connect the correct voltage. the value indicated on the nameplate.

  • Page 86: Error - Smartblue Operation

    Device cannot be operated via Incorrect password Enter correct password SmartBlue entered Device cannot be operated via Password forgotten Contact the Endress+Hauser Service department SmartBlue (www.addresses.endress.com) Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 87: Parametrization Errors

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Diagnostics and troubleshooting 13.1.3 Parametrization errors Parametrization errors for level measurements Error Possible cause Remedial action Measured value wrong If measured distance(Setup • Check and adjust the Empty → Distance) matches the real calibration parameter (→  130) if distance: necessary.

  • Page 88: Diagnostic Information On Local Display

    Diagnostics and troubleshooting Levelflex FMP55 HART 13.2 Diagnostic information on local display 13.2.1 Diagnostic message Faults detected by the self-monitoring system of the measuring device are displayed as a diagnostic message in alternation with the measured value display. Measured value display in alarm condition...
  • Page 89 Levelflex FMP55 HART Diagnostics and troubleshooting Diagnostics event and event text The fault can be identified using the diagnostics event. The event text helps you by providing information about the fault. In addition, the corresponding symbol is displayed before the diagnostics event.

  • Page 90: Calling Up Remedial Measures

    Diagnostics and troubleshooting Levelflex FMP55 HART 13.2.2 Calling up remedial measures X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 20.50 S801 Supply voltage Menu Diagnostic list Diagnostics 1 S801 Supply voltage Diagnostics 2 Diagnostics 3...

  • Page 91: Diagnostic Event In The Operating Tool

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Diagnostics and troubleshooting 13.3 Diagnostic event in the operating tool If a diagnostic event is present in the device, the status signal appears in the top left status in the operating tool along with the corresponding symbol for event level in accordance with NAMUR NE 107: •...

  • Page 92: Diagnostic List

    Diagnostics and troubleshooting Levelflex FMP55 HART 3. Click "Save as ..." and save a PDF of the protocol.  The protocol contains the diagnostic messages and remedy information. C: Via the "Eventlist / Extended HistoROM" function Select the "Eventlist / Extended HistoROM" function.

  • Page 93: List Of Diagnostic Events

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Diagnostics and troubleshooting 13.5 List of diagnostic events Diagnostic Short text Remedy instructions Status Diagnostic number signal behavior [from the [from the factory] factory] Diagnostic of sensor Broken probe detected 1. Check map Alarm 2. Check sensor...
  • Page 94 Diagnostics and troubleshooting Levelflex FMP55 HART Diagnostic Short text Remedy instructions Status Diagnostic number signal behavior [from the [from the factory] factory] Trim 1 to 2 Carry out trim Warning Linearization Check linearization table Alarm Configuration 1. Restart device Alarm incompatible 2.

  • Page 95: Event Logbook

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Diagnostics and troubleshooting 13.6 Event logbook 13.6.1 Event history A chronological overview of the event messages that have occurred is provided in the Event list submenu Navigation path Diagnostics → Event logbook → Event list A maximum of 100 event messages can be displayed in chronological order.
  • Page 96 Diagnostics and troubleshooting Levelflex FMP55 HART Info number Info name I1092 Embedded HistoROM deleted I1110 Write protection switch changed I1137 Electronic changed I1151 History reset I1154 Reset terminal voltage min/max I1155 Reset electronic temperature I1156 Memory error trend I1157 Memory error event list...

  • Page 97: Firmware History

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Diagnostics and troubleshooting 13.7 Firmware history Date Firmware Modifications Documentation (FMP55, HART) version Operating Instructions Description of Parameters Technical Information 07.2010 01.00.zz Original software BA01003F/00/EN/05.10 GP01000F/00/EN/05.10 TI01003F/00/EN/05.10 01.2011 01.01.zz • SIL integrated • BA01003F/00/EN/10.10 • GP01000F/00/EN/10.10 • TI01003F/00/EN/10.10 •...

  • Page 98: Maintenance

    Maintenance Levelflex FMP55 HART Maintenance The measuring device requires no special maintenance. 14.1 Exterior cleaning When exterior-cleaning the device, always use cleaning agents that do not attack the surface of the hosuing and the seals. 14.2 Cleaning coax probes For cleaning purposes the ground tube can be stripped of the coaxial probe. When unmounting and remounting the tube, make sure that the PFA spacers do not get out of space.

  • Page 99: Repairs

    15.1.1 Repair concept The Endress+Hauser repair concept assumes that the devices have a modular design and that repairs can be done by the Endress+Hauser service or specially trained customers. Spare parts are contained in suitable kits. They contain the related replacement instructions.

  • Page 100: Spare Parts

    The measuring device must be returned if it is need of repair or a factory calibration, or if the wrong measuring device has been delivered or ordered. Legal specifications require Endress+Hauser, as an ISO-certified company, to follow certain procedures when handling products that are in contact with the medium.

  • Page 101: Accessories

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Accessories Accessories 16.1 Device-specific accessories 16.1.1 Weather protection cover Accessory Description Weather protection cover A0015466 300 (11.8) 275 (10.8) 255.1 (10) 164 (6.46) A0015472  42 Weather protection cover; Dimensions: mm (in)  The weather protection cover can be ordered together with the device (product structure, feature 620 "Accessory Enclosed", option PB "Weather Protection Cover").

  • Page 102: Mounting Bracket For The Electronics Housing

    Accessories Levelflex FMP55 HART 16.1.2 Mounting bracket for the electronics housing Accessory Description Mounting bracket for the electronics housing ø42...60 (1.65...2.36) 127...140 122 (4.8) (5...5.51) 161 (6.34) 162...175 (6.38...6.89) A0014793  43 Mounting bracket for the electronics housing; Dimensions: mm (in)

  • Page 103: Remote Display Fhx50

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Accessories 16.1.4 Remote display FHX50 Accessories Description Remote display FHX50 A0019128 • Material: – Plastic PBT – 316L/1.4404 – Aluminum • Degree of protection: IP68 / NEMA 6P and IP66 / NEMA 4x • Suitable for display modules: –...

  • Page 104: Overvoltage Protection

    Accessories Levelflex FMP55 HART 16.1.5 Overvoltage protection Accessory Description Overvoltage protection for 2-wire-devices OVP10 (1 channel) OVP20 (2 channel) A0021734 Technical data • Resistance per channel: 2 * 0.5 Ω • Threshold DC voltage: 400 to 700 V • Threshold impulse voltage: < 800 V •...

  • Page 105: Bluetooth Module For Hart Devices

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Accessories 16.1.6 Bluetooth module for HART devices Accessory Description Bluetooth module A0036493 • Quick and easy commissioning via SmartBlue (app) • No additional tools or adapters required • Signal curve via SmartBlue (app) • Encrypted single point-to-point data transmission (tested by Fraunhofer institue) and password protected communication via Bluetooth®...

  • Page 106: Communication-Specific Accessories

    For details refer to Technical Information TI00404F Accessory Description Commubox FXA291 Connects Endress+Hauser field devices with CDI interface (= Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface) to the USB interface of a computer. Order code: 51516983  For details refer to Technical Information TI00405C...

  • Page 107: Service-Specific Accessories

    Fieldgate FXA42, FXA30 and FXA30B. SupplyCare Hosting is offered as a hosting service (Software as a Service, SaaS). In the Endress+Hauser portal, the user is provided with the data over the Internet. ...

  • Page 108: System Components

    Accessories Levelflex FMP55 HART 16.4 System components Accessory Description Graphic Data Manager The graphic data manager Memograph M provides information on all the relevant Memograph M process variables. Measured values are recorded correctly, limit values are monitored and measuring points analyzed. The data are stored in the 256 MB internal memory and also on an SD card or USB stick.

  • Page 109: Operating Menu

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Operating menu 17.1 Overview of the operating menu (SmartBlue) Navigation  SmartBlue  Setup →  128 Device tag →  128 Operating mode →  128 Distance unit →  128 Tank type →  129 →...
  • Page 110 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Access status tooling →  139 Enter access code →  140 ‣ Interface →  141 Process property →  141 →  141 Interface property DC value lower medium →  142 Level unit →...
  • Page 111 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Level →  157 Level →  157 Customer value →  157 Activate table →  157 ‣ Probe settings →  164 Probe grounded →  164 Present probe length →  164 →...
  • Page 112 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Assign diagnostic behavior →  172 Switch-on value →  173 Switch-on delay →  174 Switch-off value →  174 →  175 Switch-off delay Failure mode →  175 Switch status →  175 Invert output signal →...
  • Page 113 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Measured current 1 →  198 Terminal voltage 1 →  198 ‣ Device information →  193 Device tag →  193 Serial number →  193 Firmware version →  193 Device name →...

  • Page 114: Module)

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART 17.2 Overview of the operating menu (display module) Navigation  Operating menu Language →  177  Setup →  128 Device tag →  128 Operating mode →  128 →  128 Distance unit Tank type →...
  • Page 115 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Access status display →  140 Enter access code →  140 ‣ Interface →  141 Process property →  141 Interface property →  141 DC value lower medium →  142 Level unit →...
  • Page 116 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART ‣ Safety settings →  159 Output echo lost →  159 Value echo lost →  159 Ramp at echo lost →  160 →  160 Blocking distance ‣ SIL/WHG confirmation →  162 ‣...
  • Page 117 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Assign limit →  172 Assign diagnostic behavior →  172 Switch-on value →  173 Switch-on delay →  174 Switch-off value →  174 Switch-off delay →  175 Failure mode →  175 →...
  • Page 118 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Last backup →  183 Configuration management →  183 Comparison result →  184 ‣ Administration →  186 ‣ →  188 Define access code Define access code →  188 Confirm access code →...
  • Page 119 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Device revision →  194 Device ID →  194 Device type →  195 Manufacturer ID →  195 ‣ Measured values →  196 Distance →  132 Level linearized →  153 →...
  • Page 120 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Switch status →  205 Device alarm simulation →  206 ‣ Device check →  207 Start device check →  207 →  207 Result device check Last check time →  207 Level signal →...

  • Page 121: Tool)

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu 17.3 Overview of the operating menu (operating tool) Navigation  Operating menu  Setup →  128 Device tag →  128 Operating mode →  128 Distance unit →  128 Tank type →  129 Tube diameter →...
  • Page 122 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART ‣ Interface →  141 Process property →  141 Interface property →  141 DC value lower medium →  142 →  143 Level unit Blocking distance →  143 Level correction →  144 Manual thickness upper layer →...
  • Page 123 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Customer value →  157 Activate table →  157 ‣ Safety settings →  159 Output echo lost →  159 Value echo lost →  159 Ramp at echo lost →  160 Blocking distance →...
  • Page 124 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Assign status →  172 Assign limit →  172 Assign diagnostic behavior →  172 Switch-on value →  173 →  174 Switch-on delay Switch-off value →  174 Switch-off delay →  175 Failure mode →...
  • Page 125 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu ‣ Configuration backup display →  183 Operating time →  183 Last backup →  183 Configuration management →  183 Backup state →  184 Comparison result →  184 ‣ Administration →  186 →...
  • Page 126 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Extended order code 1 to 3 →  194 Device revision →  194 Device ID →  194 Device type →  195 →  195 Manufacturer ID ‣ Measured values →  196 Distance →...
  • Page 127 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Switch status →  205 Device alarm simulation →  206 ‣ Device check →  207 Start device check →  207 Result device check →  207 Last check time →  207 Level signal →...

  • Page 128: Setup" Menu

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART 17.4 "Setup" menu • : Marks the navigation path to the parameter via the display and operating module. • : Marks the navigation path to the parameter via an operating tool (e.g. FieldCare). • : Marks parameters which can be locked via the software locking.

  • Page 129: Tank Type

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Selection SI units US units • mm • ft • m • in Factory setting Tank type  Navigation  Setup → Tank type Prerequisite Medium type = Liquid Description Select tank type. Selection • Metallic •...

  • Page 130: Empty Calibration

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Description Select medium group. Selection • Others • Water based (DC >= 4) Factory setting Others Additional information This parameter roughly specifies the dielectric constant (DC) of the medium. For a more detailed definition of the DC use the Medium property parameter.

  • Page 131: Full Calibration

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Full calibration  Navigation  Setup → Full calibration Description Distance between minimum level (0%) and maximum level (100%). User entry Depending on the probe Factory setting Depending on the probe Additional information 100% 100% A0013188 ...

  • Page 132: Distance

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Additional information A0013195  46 Level in case of interface measurements • The unit is defined in the Level unit parameter (→  143). • In case of interface measurements, this parameter always refers to the total level.

  • Page 133: Dc Value

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Signal quality Navigation  Setup → Signal quality Description Displays the signal quality of the evaluated echo. Additional information Meaning of the display options • Strong The evaluated echo exceeds the threshold by at least 10 mV.

  • Page 134: Interface

    DC1 Relative dielectric constant of the upper medium. For dielectric constants (DC values) of many media commonly used in various industries refer to: • the Endress+Hauser DC manual (CP01076F) • the Endress+Hauser "DC Values App" (available for Android and iOS) Interface Navigation  Setup → Interface Prerequisite Operating mode (→...

  • Page 135: Interface Distance

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Interface distance Navigation  Setup → Interface distance Prerequisite Operating mode (→  128) = Interface or Interface with capacitance Description Displays the measured distance D between the reference point (lower edge of flange or threaded connection) and the interface.

  • Page 136: Present Mapping

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Additional information Meaning of the options • Manual map To be selected if the range of mapping is to be defined manually in the Mapping end point parameter (→  137). In this case it is not necessary to confirm the distance.

  • Page 137: Mapping End Point

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Mapping end point  Navigation  Setup → Mapping end point Prerequisite Confirm distance (→  135) = Manual map or Distance too small Description Specify new end of the mapping. User entry 0 to 200 000.0 m Factory setting 0.1 m...

  • Page 138: Mapping" Wizard

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART 17.4.1 "Mapping" wizard The Mapping wizard is only available when operating via the local display. When operating via an operating tool, all parameters concerning the mapping are located directly in the Setup menu (→  128).

  • Page 139: Advanced Setup" Submenu

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu 17.4.2 "Advanced setup" submenu Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup Locking status Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Locking status Description Indicates the write protection with the highest priority that is currently active. User interface •...

  • Page 140: Enter Access Code

    • If no key is pressed for 10 min, or the user switches from the navigation and editing mode back to the measured value display mode, the device automatically locks the write- protected parameters after another 60 s. Please contact your Endress+Hauser Sales Center if you lose your access code. Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 141: Interface

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu "Interface" submenu Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Interface Process property  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Interface → Process property Description Specify typical rate of change for the interface position. Selection •...

  • Page 142: Dc Value Lower Medium

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Additional information Meaning of the options • Special: automatic DC – Condition: The specific capacitance (pF/m) is known. – Signal evaluation: As long as a clear interface is detected, both the total and the interface level are determined via the Guided Radar.

  • Page 143: Level Unit

    For dielectric constants (DC values) of many media commonly used in various industries refer to: • the Endress+Hauser DC manual (CP01076F) • the Endress+Hauser "DC Values App" (available for Android and iOS) The factory setting, ε = 80, is valid for water at 20 °C (68 °F).

  • Page 144: Level Correction

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART A0013220 Suppression of interference echoes at the top end of the probe. Suppression of the level signal in case of a flooded bypass. UB Upper blocking distance Level correction  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Interface → Level correction Description Specify level correction (if required).

  • Page 145: Measured Thickness Upper Layer

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Additional information A0013313 UP Interface thickness (= thickness of upper medium) On the local display, the measured interface thickness is indicated together with the manual interface thickness. By comparing these two values the device can automatically adjust the dielectric constant of the upper medium.

  • Page 146: Use Calculated Dc Value

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Use calculated DC value  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Interface → Use calculated DC value Description Specify whether the calculated dielectric constant is to be used. Selection • Save and exit • Cancel and exit...
  • Page 147 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu "Automatic DC calculation" wizard The Automatic DC calculation wizard is only available when operating via the local display. When operating via an operating tool, all parameters concerning the automatic DC calculation are located directly in the Interface submenu (→  141) In the Automatic DC calculation wizard two parameters are displayed simultaneously on the display module at any one time.
  • Page 148 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART "Linearization" submenu 100% L‘ I‘ L‘ 100% L‘1 L‘2 L‘ 100% L‘ 100% L‘ 100% L‘ 100% L‘ 100% L‘ A0016084  48 Linearization: Transformation of the level and (if relevant) the interface height into a volume or weight;...

  • Page 149: Linearization

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Structure of the submenu on the display module Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Linearization ‣ Linearization Linearization type →  151 Unit after linearization →  152 Free text →  153 Maximum value →...
  • Page 150 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Structure of the submenu in an operating tool (e.g. FieldCare) Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Linearization ‣ Linearization Linearization type →  151 Unit after linearization →  152 Free text →  153 Level linearized →...

  • Page 151: Linearization Type

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Description of parameters Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Linearization Linearization type  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Linearization → Linearization type Description Select linearization type. Selection • None • Linear • Table •...

  • Page 152: Unit After Linearization

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Meaning of the options • None The level is transmitted in the level unit without linearization. • Linear The output value (volume/weight) is directly proportional to the level L. This is valid, for example, for vertical cylinders. The following additional parameters have to be specified: –...

  • Page 153: Free Text

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Selection SI units US units Imperial units • STon • lb impGal • t • UsGal • kg • ft³ • cm³ • ft • dm³ • in • m³ • hl • l • % •...

  • Page 154: Interface Linearized

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Interface linearized Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Linearization → Interface linearized Prerequisite Operating mode (→  128) = Interface or Interface with capacitance Description Displays the linearized interface height. Additional information The unit is defined in the Unit after linearization parameter →  152.

  • Page 155: Intermediate Height

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Intermediate height  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Linearization → Intermediate height Prerequisite Linearization type (→  151) has one of the following values: • Pyramid bottom • Conical bottom • Angled bottom Description Height of the pyramid, conical or angled bottom.
  • Page 156 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Additional information Meaning of the options • Manual The level and the associated linearized value are entered manually for each linearization point. • Semiautomatic The level is measured by the device for each linearization point. The associated linearized value is entered manually.

  • Page 157: Level

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Level (Manual)  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Linearization → Level Prerequisite • Linearization type (→  151) = Table • Table mode (→  155) = Manual Description Enter level value of the table point (value before linearization).
  • Page 158 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Factory setting Disable Additional information Meaning of the options • Disable The measured level is not linearized. If Linearization type (→  151) = Table at the same time, the device issues error message F435.

  • Page 159: Safety Settings

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu "Safety settings" submenu Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Safety settings Output echo lost  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Safety settings → Output echo lost Description Output signal in case of a lost echo.

  • Page 160: Ramp At Echo Lost

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Ramp at echo lost  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Safety settings → Ramp at echo lost Prerequisite Output echo lost (→  159) = Ramp at echo lost Description Slope of the ramp in the case of a lost echo...
  • Page 161 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu For FMP51/FMP52/FMP54 with the Interface measurement application package for FMP55: 100 mm (3.9 in) for all antenna types Additional information Signals in the upper blocking distance are only evaluated if they have been outside the blocking distance when the device was switched on and move into the blocking distance due to a level change during operation.
  • Page 162 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART "SIL/WHG confirmation" wizard The SIL/WHG confirmation wizard is only available for devices with SIL or WHG approval (Feature 590: "Additional Approval", option LA: "SIL" or LC: "WHG overfill prevention" ) which are currently not in the SIL- or WHG-locked state.
  • Page 163 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu "Deactivate SIL/WHG" wizard The Deactivate SIL/WHG wizard (→  163) is only visible if the device is SIL-locked or WHG-locked. For details refer to the "Functional Safety Manual" of the respective device. Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Deactivate SIL/WHG Reset write protection ...

  • Page 164: Probe Settings

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART "Probe settings" submenu The Probe settings submenu helps to ensure that the end of probe signal within the envelope curve is correctly assigned by the evaluation algorithm. The assignment is correct if the length of probe indicated by the device matches the acutal lenght of the probe. The automatic probe length correction can only be performed if the probe is installed in the vessel and is completely uncovered (no medium).

  • Page 165: Confirm Probe Length

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Confirm probe length  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Probe settings → Confirm probe length Description Select, whether the value displayed in the Present probe length parameter →  164 matches the actual length of the probe. Based on this input, the device performs a probe length correction.
  • Page 166 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART "Probe length correction" wizard The Probe length correction wizard is only available when operating via the local display. When operating via an operating tool, all parameters concerning the probe length correction are located directly in the Probe settings submenu (→  164).

  • Page 167: Current Output 1 To

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu "Current output 1 to 2" submenu The Current output 2 submenu (→  167) is only available for devices with two current outputs. Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Current output 1 to 2 Assign current output 1 to 2 ...

  • Page 168: Current Span

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Process variable 4 mA value 20 mA value Thickness upper layer or the associated 100 % or the associated linearized value linearized value Relative interface amplitude 0 mV 2 000 mV the 0% level is defined by Empty calibration parameter (→  130) The 100% level is defined by Full calibration parameter (→...

  • Page 169: Fixed Current

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Fixed current  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Current output 1 to 2 → Fixed current Prerequisite Current span (→  168) = Fixed current Description Define constant value of the output current.

  • Page 170: Failure Current

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Additional information Meaning of the options • Min. The current output adopts the value of the lower alarm level according to the Current span parameter (→  168). • Max. The current output adopts the value of the upper alarm level according to the Current span parameter (→...

  • Page 171: Switch Output

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu "Switch output" submenu The Switch output submenu (→  171) is only visible for devices with switch output. Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Switch output Switch output function  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Switch output → Switch output function Description Defines the function of the switch output.

  • Page 172: Assign Status

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Assign status  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Switch output → Assign status Prerequisite Switch output function (→  171) = Digital Output Selection • Off • Digital output AD 1 • Digital output AD 2...

  • Page 173: Switch-On Value

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Selection • Alarm • Alarm or warning • Warning Factory setting Alarm Switch-on value  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Switch output → Switch-on value Prerequisite Switch output function (→  171) = Limit Description Defines the switch-on point.

  • Page 174: Switch-On Delay

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART A0015586 Switch-on value Switch-off value Output closed (conductive) Output opened (non-conductive) Switch-on delay  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Switch output → Switch-on delay Prerequisite • Switch output function (→  171) = Limit •...

  • Page 175: Switch-Off Delay

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Switch-off delay  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Switch output → Switch-off delay Prerequisite • Switch output function (→  171) = Limit • Assign limit (→  172) ≠ Off Description Defines the delay applied before the output is switched off.
  • Page 176 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Factory setting Additional information Meaning of the options • No The behavior of the switch output is as described above. • Yes The states Open and Closed are inverted as compared to the description above.

  • Page 177: Display

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu "Display" submenu The Display submenu is only visible if a display module is connected to the device. Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Display Language Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Display → Language Description Set display language.
  • Page 178 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Additional information 4841.000 Â A0019963  51 "Format display" = "1 value, max. size" Â 93.5 % Â 159.0 A0019964  52 "Format display" = "1 bargraph + 1 value" Â 93.5 Â 159.0 A0019965 ...

  • Page 179: Value 1 To 4 Display

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Value 1 to 4 display  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Display → Value 1 display Description Select the measured value that is shown on the local display. Selection • Level linearized • Distance •...

  • Page 180: Display Interval

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Display interval Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Display → Display interval Description Set time measured values are shown on display if display alternates between values. User entry 1 to 10 s Factory setting...

  • Page 181: Header Text

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Header text  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Display → Header text Prerequisite Header (→  180) = Free text Description Enter display header text. Factory setting ------------ Additional information The number of characters which can be displayed depends on the characters used.

  • Page 182: Backlight

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Selection • x • x.x • x.xx • x.xxx • x.xxxx Factory setting x.xxxx Additional information • Is only valid for numbers in the operating menu (e.g. Empty calibration, Full calibration), but not for the measured value display. The number of decimal places for the measured value display is defined in the Decimal places 1 to 4 →...

  • Page 183: Operating Time

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu "Configuration backup display" submenu This submenu is only visible if a display module is connected to the device. The configuration of the device can be saved to the display module at a certain point of time (backup).
  • Page 184 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Additional information Meaning of the options • Cancel No action is executed and the user exits the parameter. • Execute backup A backup copy of the current device configuration in the HistoROM (built-in in the device) is saved to the display module of the device.
  • Page 185 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Additional information Meaning of the display options • Settings identical The current device configuration of the HistoROM is identical to the backup copy in the display module. • Settings not identical The current device configuration of the HistoROM is not identical to the backup copy in the display module.
  • Page 186 Enter access code parameter (→  140). Please contact your Endress+Hauser Sales Center if you lose your access code. For display operation: The new access code is only valid after it has been confirmed in the Confirm access code parameter (→...
  • Page 187 Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Additional information Meaning of the options • Cancel No action • To factory defaults All parameters are reset to the order-code specific factory setting. • To delivery settings All parameters are reset to the delivery setting. The delivery setting may differ from the factory default if customer specific settings have been ordered.
  • Page 188 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART "Define access code" wizard The Define access code wizard is only available when operating via the local display. When operating via an operating tool, the Define access code parameter is located directly in the Administration submenu. The Confirm access code parameter is not available for operation via operating tool.

  • Page 189: Diagnostics" Menu

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu 17.5 "Diagnostics" menu Navigation  Diagnostics Actual diagnostics Navigation  Diagnostics → Actual diagnostics Description Displays current diagnostic message. Additional information The display consists of: • Symbol for event behavior • Code for diagnostic behavior •...

  • Page 190: Timestamp

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Timestamp Navigation  Diagnostics → Timestamp Description Shows the timestamp of the previous diagnostic message. Operating time from restart Navigation  Diagnostics → Operating time from restart Description Displays the time the device has been in operation since the last device restart.

  • Page 191: Diagnostic List" Submenu

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu 17.5.1 "Diagnostic list" submenu Navigation  Diagnostics → Diagnostic list Diagnostics 1 to 5 Navigation  Diagnostics → Diagnostic list → Diagnostics 1 Description Display the current diagnostics messages with the highest to fifth-highest priority.

  • Page 192: Event Logbook" Submenu

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART 17.5.2 "Event logbook" submenu The Event logbook submenu is only available when operating via the local display. When operating via FieldCare, the event list can be displayed in the FieldCare function "Event List / HistoROM".

  • Page 193: Device Information" Submenu

    Shows the serial number of the measuring device. Additional information Uses of the serial number • To identify the device quickly, e.g. when contacting Endress+Hauser. • To obtain specific information on the device using the Device Viewer: www.endress.com/deviceviewer The serial number is also indicated on the nameplate.

  • Page 194: Device Revision

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Order code  Navigation  Diagnostics → Device information → Order code Description Shows the device order code. Additional information The order code is generated from the extended roder code, which defines all device features of the product structure. In contrast, the device features can not be read directly from the order code.

  • Page 195: Device Type

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Device type Navigation  Diagnostics → Device information → Device type Description Shows the device type with which the measuring device is registered with the HART Communication Foundation. Additional information The device type is needed to allocate the suitable Device Description (DD) to the device.

  • Page 196: Measured Values" Submenu

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART 17.5.4 "Measured values" submenu Navigation  Diagnostics → Measured values Distance Navigation  Diagnostics → Measured values → Distance Description Displays the measured distance D between the reference point (lower edge of the flange or threaded connection) and the level.

  • Page 197: Thickness Upper Layer

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Description Displays the measured distance D between the reference point (lower edge of flange or threaded connection) and the interface. Additional information A0013202 The unit is defined in the Distance unit parameter (→  128).
  • Page 198 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Additional information A0013313 UP Thickness upper layer The unit is defined by the Unit after linearization parameter →  152. Output current 1 to 2 Navigation  Diagnostics → Measured values → Output current 1 to 2 Description Shows the actual calculated value of the output current.

  • Page 199: Data Logging" Submenu

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu 17.5.5 "Data logging" submenu Navigation  Diagnostics → Data logging Assign channel 1 to 4  Navigation  Diagnostics → Data logging → Assign channel 1 to 4 Description Assign a process variable to logging channel.

  • Page 200: Logging Interval

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Logging interval  Navigation  Diagnostics → Data logging → Logging interval  Diagnostics → Data logging → Logging interval Description Define the logging interval tlog for data logging. This value defines the time interval between the individual data points in the memory.

  • Page 201: Display Channel 1 To

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu "Display channel 1 to 4" submenu The Display channel 1 to 4 submenus are only available for operation via the local display. When operating via FieldCare, the logging diagram can be displayed in the FieldCare function "Event List / HistoROM" .

  • Page 202: Simulation" Submenu

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART 17.5.6 "Simulation" submenu The Simulation submenu is used to simulate specific measuring values or other conditions. This helps to check the correct configuration of the device and connected control units. Conditions which can be simulated...

  • Page 203: Simulation

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Structure of the submenu Navigation  Expert → Diagnostics → Simulation ‣ Simulation Assign measurement variable →  204 Process variable value →  204 Current output 1 to 2 simulation →  204 Value current output 1 to 2 →...

  • Page 204: Assign Measurement Variable

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Description of parameters Navigation  Expert → Diagnostics → Simulation Assign measurement variable  Navigation  Expert → Diagnostics → Simulation → Assign measurement variable Selection • Off • Level • Interface • Thickness upper layer •...

  • Page 205: Value Current Output 1 To 2

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu Factory setting Additional information An active simulation is indicated by a diagnostic message of the Function check (C) category. Value current output 1 to 2  Navigation  Expert → Diagnostics → Simulation → Value current output 1 to 2 Prerequisite Current output simulation (→...

  • Page 206: Device Alarm Simulation

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Additional information The switch status assumes the value defined in this parameter. This helps to check correct operation of connected control units. Device alarm simulation  Navigation  Expert → Diagnostics → Simulation → Device alarm simulation Description Switch the device alarm on and off.

  • Page 207: Device Check" Submenu

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu 17.5.7 "Device check" submenu Navigation  Diagnostics → Device check Start device check  Navigation  Diagnostics → Device check → Start device check Description Start a device check. Selection • No • Yes Factory setting Additional information In the case of a lost echo a device check can not be performed.
  • Page 208 Operating menu Levelflex FMP55 HART Level signal Navigation  Diagnostics → Device check → Level signal Prerequisite Device check has been performed. Description Displays result of the device check for the level signal. User interface • Check not done • Check not OK •...

  • Page 209: Heartbeat" Submenu

    Levelflex FMP55 HART Operating menu 17.5.8 "Heartbeat" submenu The Heartbeat submenu is only available via FieldCare or DeviceCare. It contains the wizards which are part of the Heartbeat Verification and Heartbeat Monitoring application packages. Detailed description SD01872F Navigation  Diagnostics → Heartbeat...

  • Page 210: Index

    Index Levelflex FMP55 HART Index Access authorization to parameters Damping output (Parameter) ....169 Read access ......58 Data logging (Submenu) .
  • Page 211 Levelflex FMP55 HART Index Electronics housing Keypad lock Design ....... . . 17 Disabling .
  • Page 212 Index Levelflex FMP55 HART Stilling well ....... . 27 Störungsbehebung ......85 Present mapping (Parameter) .
  • Page 213 Levelflex FMP55 HART Index Use calculated DC value (Parameter) ..146, 147 Value 1 display (Parameter) ....179 Value current output 1 to 2 (Parameter) .
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