About this document Nivotester FTL325P, 3-channel About this document Document function These Operating Instructions provide all of the information that is required in the various phases of the life cycle of the device. Symbols 1.2.1 Safety symbols DANGER This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation will result in serious or fatal injury.
For an overview of the scope of the associated Technical Documentation, refer to the following: • W@M Device Viewer (www.endress.com/deviceviewer): Enter the serial number from nameplate • Endress+Hauser Operations app: Enter serial number from nameplate. 1.3.1 Standard documentation Technical Information (TI) Planning aid—contains technical data for planning and ordering information.
Personnel must follow instructions and comply with general policies. Designated use • Use only as a transmitter supply unit • Use only for point level switches from Endress+Hauser with two-wire-PFM signal • Use only tools that have been insulated against ground • Use only original parts 2.2.1...
The device meets the legal requirements of the applicable EU Directives. These are listed in the corresponding EU Declaration of Conformity along 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 device meets the legal requirements of the applicable EAC Directives.
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Nivotester FTL325P, 3-channel Incoming acceptance and product identification 4.2.1 Nameplate Ser. no.: Kom. no.: TAG no.: A0039180 2 Nameplate Manufacturer' s logo, product name Supply voltage Electrical connection Temperature specifications and reference to additional safety-related documentation (only for certified device...
Installation Nivotester FTL325P, 3-channel Installation Mounting conditions • If using outside the hazardous area, mount the device in a cabinet. • Mount the device so that it is protected against weather and impact. If operating outdoors and in warmer climates, avoid direct sunlight.
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Nivotester FTL325P, 3-channel Installation 5.2.2 Vertical orientation 50 (2) £ A0026420 4 Minimum spacing, vertical orientation. Unit of measurement mm (in) Connection of another device type 5.2.3 Mounting the device A0039139 5 Mounting; DIN rail as per EN 60715 TH35-7.5/EN 60715 TH35-15...
Installation Nivotester FTL325P, 3-channel 5.2.4 Removing the device L– FTL325 A0039140 6 Removing Remove from DIN rail. For quick replacement of devices without a cable, remove the terminal strips. Post-installation check Is the measuring device undamaged (visual inspection)? ...
Nivotester FTL325P, 3-channel Electrical connection Electrical connection Connection conditions WARNING Risk of explosion due to faulty connection. ‣ Observe applicable national standards. ‣ Comply with the specifications in the Safety Instructions (XA). ‣ Check to ensure that the power supply matches the information on the nameplate.
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Electrical connection Nivotester FTL325P, 3-channel 6.2.2 Connecting the sensor – A0039153 8 Connecting the sensor to the Nivotester Connectable sensors: • Liquiphant FTL51B/62/64 with FEL67 • Liquiphant M FTL50(H), FTL51(H), FTL51C with FEL57 • Liquiphant S FTL70/71 with FEL57 •...
Operation options Nivotester FTL325P, 3-channel Operation options Operation concept Onsite configuration with DIL switches behind fold-down front panel. Opening the front panel A0039235 11 Opening the front panel Display elements A0039237 12 Nivotester, light emitting diodes (LEDs) Green LED; ready for operation...
Nivotester FTL325P, 3-channel Operation options Operating elements A0026422 13 Operating elements Test button, can also be operated when the front panel is closed DIL switch, single-channel (CH1): MAX/MIN, fault ON/OFF DIL switch, 2-/3-channel (CH2+CH3): MAX/MIN Switch for MODE settings...
Commissioning Nivotester FTL325P, 3-channel Commissioning Function check Perform installation check. Perform function check. Setting the functions s CH2+CH3, CH1 / s CH2+CH3 CH2 / CH1 + CH2 CH1+CH2+CH3 A0039195 14 Switch for setting the functions DIL switch CH1 •...
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Nivotester FTL325P, 3-channel Commissioning 8.2.1 Switch position on electronic insert A0039743 15 Switch position on electronic insert (FEL67) A0039561 16 Switch position on electronic insert FEL57 STD (standard) EXT (extended) This setting is only relevant for the function test.
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Nivotester FTL325P, 3-channel Commissioning Point level at one tank 1 sensor connected at input channel 2 (terminals 33 and 34) Relay outputs of output channels 2 and 3 switch simultaneously Fault signaling for channel 1 must be switched off. 8.2.4...
Nivotester FTL325P, 3-channel Commissioning Function testing of measuring system Function testing of measuring system without a change in level • Function testing of Liquiphant M/S FTL50/51/50H/51H/51C; FTL70/71 with electronic insert FEL57, see KA00147F • Proof testing of Liquiphant FTL51B with electronic insert FEL67 as per SIL...
Diagnostics and troubleshooting Nivotester FTL325P, 3-channel Diagnostics and troubleshooting Does not switch • Possible cause: no supply voltage present (green LED is not lit) Corrective measure: check supply voltage • Cause: electronics are defective Corrective measure: replace Nivotester • Cause: welded contacts (following a short-circuit) Corrective measure: replace Nivotester;...
WARNING Limitation of electrical safety due to incorrect connection! Risk of explosion! ‣ Only specialist personnel or the Endress+Hauser service team may carry out repairs on Ex-certified devices. ‣ Relevant standards and national regulations on hazardous areas, safety instructions and certificates must be observed.
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Nivotester FTL325P, 3-channel Technical data Technical data 13.1 Supply voltage 13.1.1 Alternating current version (AC) Voltage range: 85 to 253 V , 50/60 Hz 13.1.2 Direct current version (DC) • Voltage range: 20 to 30 V / 20 to 60 V •...