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Operating Instructions Prosonic M FMU40/41/42/43/44 Ultrasonic Level Measurement BA00239F/00/EN/13.12 71164392 Valid as of software version: V 01.04...
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You can find an overview of all the device functions in the Appendix. You can find a detailed description of all the device functions in the operating instructions BA00240F/00/EN "Prosonic M - Description of Instrument Functions". This is located on the supplied documentation CD-ROM. Endress+Hauser...
Operating Manual. Strict compliance with the installation instructions and ratings as stated in this Additional documentation is mandatory. • Ensure that all personnel are suitably qualified. • Observe the specifications in the certificate as well as national and local regulations. Endress+Hauser...
A connection made to the plant grounding system which may be of type e.g. neutral star or equipotential line according to national or company practice Temperature resistance of the connection cables t >85°C States, that the connection cables must be resistant to a temperature of at least 85 °C (185 °F). Endress+Hauser...
Identification Prosonic M - FOUNDATION Fieldbus Identification Nameplate ENDRESS+HAUSER Made in Germany PROSONIC M D-79689 Maulburg Order Code: Ser.-No.: NEMA 4X/6P / IP68 14 ... 30 V DC 0.8W 2-wire 4 ... 20 mA HART Ta > 70°C if modification see sep.
C Aluminium T12 housing coated to IP68 NEMA6P; with separate terminal compartment D Aluminium T12 housing coated to IP68 NEMA6P+OVP; with separate terminal compartment; with overvoltage protection Special version Screw union/entry M20x1.5 screw union G 1/2“ entry NPT 1/2“ entry M12 PROFIBUS-PA plug-in connector 7/8" FF plug Special version Endress+Hauser...
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Identification Prosonic M - FOUNDATION Fieldbus Marking Tagging (TAG) Bus address FMU40 - Product designation Endress+Hauser...
D Aluminium T12 housing coated to IP 68 NEMA 6P; with separate terminal compartment; with overvoltage protection Special version Screw union/entry M20x1.5 screw union G 1/2“ entry NPT 1/2“ entry M12 PROFIBUS-PA plug-in connector 7/8" FF plug Special version Marking Tagging (TAG) Bus address FMU41 - Product designation Endress+Hauser...
A Aluminium F12 housing coated to IP 68 NEMA 6P C Aluminium T12 housing coated to IP 68 NEMA 6P, with separate terminal compartment D Aluminium T 12 housing coated to IP 68 NEMA 6P, with separate terminal compartment; with overvoltage protection Special version Endress+Hauser...
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G 1/2“ entry NPT 1/2“ entry M12 PROFIBUS-PA plug 7/8" FF plug Special version Sealing Sensor/Flange VITON flat sealing EPDM flat sealing special version Additional options A Additional options not selected Marking Tagging (TAG) Bus address FMU42 - Product designation Endress+Hauser...
A Aluminium F12 housing coated to IP 68 NEMA 6P Special version Screw union/entry M20x1.5 screw union G 1/2“ entry NPT 1/2“ entry M12 PROFIBUS-PA plug-in connector 7/8" FF plug Special version Marking Tagging (TAG) Bus address FMU43 - Product designation Endress+Hauser...
M 4-wire 90-250VAC; 4-20mA HART,5-point linearity protocol N 4-wire 10.5-32VDC;4-20mA HART,5-point linearity protocol Special version, to be specified Operation w/o display, via communication 4-line display VU331, Envelope curve display on site Prepared for FHX40, Remote display (accessory) Special version, to be specified Endress+Hauser...
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Plug 7/8“ Special version, to be specified Process Sealing Sensor/ Flange Viton EPDM Special version, to be specified Additional option A Basic version Y Special version, to be specified Marking Tagging (TAG) Bus address FMU44 - complete product designation Endress+Hauser...
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.
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119 (4.7) (3.9) L00-FMU4xxxx-06-00-00-yy-008 Dimensions in mm (in) 3.1.4 FMU43 (2.6) (3.1) (3.4) ENDRESS+HAUSER Prosonic M 2 x M8 85 (3.3) ANSI 4” DN 100 * ø230 (9.1) L00-FMU4xxxx-06-00-00-yy-009 Dimensions in mm (in) A With slip-on flange B With mounting bracket 3.1.5...
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(9,50") (11,22") (0,91") 8" 150 lbs 298,5 mm 298,5 mm 342,9 mm 22, 5 mm 45° (11,75") (11,75") (13,50") (0,89") DN200 PN16 / 10 K 200 290 mm 295 mm 340 mm 23 mm 30° (11,42") (11,61") (13,39") (0,91") Endress+Hauser...
Prosonic M - FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation Installation variants 3.2.1 Installation variants FMU40, FMU41 ENDRESS+HAUSER Prosonic M L00-FMU4xxxx-17-00-00-yy-002 A Installation with counter nut 1 Counter nut (PC) supplied for G1½ and G2 instruments B Installation with sleeve 1 Sealing ring (EPDM) supplied...
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A Installation with universal flange (Ex-hazardous, e.g. Zone 20) B Installation with mounting bracket, (Non-Ex-hazardous, Zone 20) 3.2.3 Installation variants FMU43 L00-FMU43xxxx-17-00-00-yy-001 A Installation with universal slip-on flange (option) 1 Sensor 2 Nozzle 3 Slip-on flange B Installation with mounting bracket Endress+Hauser...
(e.g. PE or PVC wastewater pipe) with a minimum diameter of 100 mm (3.94 in). Make sure that the pipe is not soiled by accumu- lated dirt. If necessary, clean the pipe at regular intervals. L00-FMU4xxxx-17-00-00-yy-010 1 Venting hole Endress+Hauser...
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• You can enter the "Flow to Level" linearisation curve ("Q/h curve") using the operating program or manually via the on-site display. Example: Khafagi-Venturi flume 1 x b L00-FMU4xxxx-17-00-00-xx-003 Khafagi-Venturi flume Inflow C Outflow BD Blocking distance E Empty calibration F Full calibration V Direction of flow Endress+Hauser...
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Prosonic M - FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation Example: Triangular weir min. 2 H (= F) min. 2 H min. 3 H L00-FMU4xxxx-17-00-00-xx-012 BD Blocking distance E Empty calibration F Full calibration Endress+Hauser...
8 (26.0) 10 (33.0) 15 (49.0) 20 (66.0) in liquids Max. range [m (ft)] 2 (6.6) 3.5 (11.0) 5 (16.0) 7 (23.0) 10 (33.0) in solids " Caution! If the blocking distance is undershot, it may cause device malfunction. Endress+Hauser...
Use only the screw-in piece to screw in the Prosonic M. Screw the Prosonic M at the screw-in piece using an 60 AF spanner. Maximum torque: 20 Nm (14.75 lbf ft). L00-FMU4xxxx-17-00-00-yy-009 1 Housing F12 or T12 2 60 AF Endress+Hauser...
• If available: Are the measuring point number and labelling correct (visual inspection)? • Is the measuring device sufficiently protected against precipitation and direct sunlight? • Are the cable glands tightened correctly? • After aligning the housing, check the process seal at the nozzle or flange. Endress+Hauser...
(see below). Re-insert terminal module (4). Tighten cable gland (6). 10. Tighten screws on cover plate (3). 11. Insert display (2) if fitted. 12. Screw on housing cover (1). 13. Switch on power supply. 1 2 3 4 L00-FMU4xxxx-04-00-00-yy-008 Endress+Hauser...
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(4) within the connection room. Make connection according to the terminal assignment (see below). Tighten cable gland (3). Screw on housing cover (1). Switch on power supply. 1 2 3 4 L00-FMU4xxxx-04-00-00-yy-009 4.1.3 Terminal assignment plant ground – L00-FMxxxxxx-04-00-00-en-013 Endress+Hauser...
The following values are the voltages across the terminals directly at the instrument: Type Minimum terminal voltage Maximum terminal voltage standard 32 V Ex ia (FISCO model 17,5 V Ex ia (Entity concept) 24 V The current consumption is approx. 15 mA for the range of voltages given above. Endress+Hauser...
• Are the terminals correctly assigned? • Is the cable gland tight? • If available: Is the FOUNDATION Fieldbus connector screwed tight? • Is the housing cover fully screwed on? • If power supply available: Does a display appear on the display module? Endress+Hauser...
Mess Meas berei berei uring uring U 16...3 U 16...3 range range max. max. 4...20 4...20 >70° >70° t >85°C t >85°C ENDRESS + HAUSER – L00-FMxxxxxx-07-00-00-yy-001 1 LCD liquid crystal display 2 Snap fit 3 Keys 4 Symbols Endress+Hauser...
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This lock symbol appears when the instrument is locked,i.e. if no input is possible. COM_SYMBOL This communication symbol appears when a data transmission via e.g. HART, PROFIBUS PA or FOUNDATION Fieldbus is in progress. SIMULATION_SWITCH_ENABLE This communication symbol appears when simulation in FOUNDATION Fieldbus is enabled via the DIP switch. Endress+Hauser...
The third digit numbers the individual functions within the function group: • tank shape • basic setup • medium property • process cond..Hereafter the position is always given in brackets (e.g. "tank shape" (002)) after the described function. Endress+Hauser...
On-site operation 5.4.1 Options for on-site operation • Display and operating module VU331 • Endress+Hauser operating software "FieldCare" 5.4.2 Parameter access by on-site operation The following parameters can be accessed by on-site operation: • Parameters of the device specific blocks (Sensor Block, Diagnostic Block, Display Block) •...
Sensorblock AI-Block 1 Input-Selector-Block Diagnoseblock AI-Block 2 Signal-Charact.-Block Display-Block PID Block Integrator-Block Endress+Hauser Service-Parameter L00-FMU4XXXX-02-00-00-YY-005 The highlighted parameters can be edited by on-site operation. Operation using the on-site display VU331 ENDRESS + HAUSER – >3 s Return to basic setup...
FieldCare is an Endress+Hauser asset management tool based on FDT technology. With FieldCare, you can configure all 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 ➝...
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• If you click on a parameter name, the Help pages open with precise explanations of the required input. 5.7.2 Signal analysis via envelope curve: The FieldCare offers easy analysis of the envelope curve via the "Envelope" menu: L00-FMU4xxxx-19-00-00-en-022 Endress+Hauser...
*.cff The directory names have the following meaning: • 452B48: manufacturer ID of Endress+Hauser • 1011: device ID of Prosonic M "Device Revision" (0C3) and "DD Revision" (0C4) can be obtained through the display and operating module VU331. For details refer to section 5.2: "Operation with the display and operating module VU331"...
• Representation by parameter name Examples: "PAROPERATIONCODE", "PARRESET" • Representation by parameter label (identical to the labels on the display module VU331 and in an Endress+Hauser operation tool) Examples: "unlock parameter", "reset" Operation via Field Xpert SFX100 Compact, flexible and robust industry handheld terminal for remote parametrization and measured value inspection via the HART current output or FOUNDATION Fieldbus.
WP = off: parametrization unlocked SIM = on: simulation possible in Analog Input Block by configuration tool SIM = off: simulation not possible in Analog Input Block by configuration tool Parameters affected Locking by the DIP switch affects all parameters. Endress+Hauser...
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Enter "2457". Now parameters can be changed. Parameters affected Locking by the key combination affects the following parameters: • Parameters of the device specific blocks (Sensor Block, Diagnostic Block, Display Block) • Endress+Hauser service parameters 6.2.3 Locking parameter Locking Enter a number other than "2457" into the "unlock parameter" (0A4) function.
To realize this, the parameter "zero distance" is fine adjusted. After a reset the value for the zero distance has to be re-parameterized in the service menu according to the data on the associated 5- point linearity protocol. Please contact the Endress+Hauser service. 6.3.1...
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– "inactive": deactivates the tank map but does not delete it. It can be re-activated when required. – "active": activates the tank map. Resetting the tank map with an Endress+Hauser operating program In the function group "extended calibr." select the "cust. tank map" (055) function. Select the required option ("reset", "inactive" or "active") Resetting the tank map with a FOUNDATION Fieldbus configuration tool In the Sensor Block select the parameter PARCUSTTANKMAP (cust tank map).
A measured value is displayed. This is NOT equivalent to the level in your tank. Firstly carry out a basic calibration. L00-fmrxf000-20-00-00-en-001 Press F to switch to the group selection. Press F again to start the basic calibration. L00-fmrxfg00-20-00-00-en-001 Endress+Hauser...
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Interference echo suppression (tank mapping) L00-FMU4xxx-19-00-00-en-000 D Distance (distance from the sensor membrane (= reference point of the measurement) / product) E Empty calibr. (= zero point F Full calibr. (= span) L Level BD Block distance SD Safety distance Endress+Hauser...
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Commissioning Prosonic M - FOUNDATION Fieldbus 6.4.3 Application parameters Function "tank shape" (002) In this function, select one of the following options: ENDRESS+HAUSER Prosonic M L00-FMU4xxxx-14-00-06-en-001 A Dome ceiling B Horizontal cyl C Bypass, stilling well/ultrasonic guide pipe D No ceiling, e.g. dumps, open levels, chanels, weirs...
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The averaging filters are set to small The filter and output damping are set signal are set to large values. values. to average values. -> Stable measured value -> Rapid reaction time -> Medium reaction time -> Possibly unstable measured value Endress+Hauser...
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Test: no filter Dusty bulk solids Bulk solids with rapid level change All the filters can be switched off for purposes of service and diagnosis. ENDRESS+HAUSER Prosonic M L00-FMU4xxxx-14-00-00-xx-007 L00-FMU4xxxx-14-00-00-xx-005 The filters are set to detect even The averaging filters are set to small All filters off relatively weak signals.
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Prosonic M signals a warning or an alarm, depending on your selection in the "in safety distance" (016) function. Function "full calibration" (006) In this function, enter the span F, i.e. the distance from the minimum level to the maximum level. Endress+Hauser...
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You can still edit the value. With manual suppression, the default value is 0 m. " Caution! The suppression range must end 0.5 m (1.6 ft) in front of the echo of the actual level. With an empty tank, do not enter E but E – 0.5 m. Endress+Hauser...
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• Distance correct – Level incorrect -> Check the value of the "empty calibr." (005) function. Return to group selection After the mapping has been recorded the basic calibration is completed and the device automatically returns to the group selection. Endress+Hauser...
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If the cyclical envelope curve display is still active on the display, the measured value is updated at a slower cycle time. We therefore advise you to exit the envelope curve display after optimising the measuring point. To do this, press F. (The instrument does not leave the envelope curve display automatically.) Endress+Hauser...
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Vertical Zoom mode Press once more to switch to Vertical Zoom mode. is displayed. You now have the following options. • increases the vertical scale. • reduces the vertical scale. The display icon shows the current zoom factor ( L00-FMxxxxxx-07-00-00-yy-009 Endress+Hauser...
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• Press to exit the navigation. The set increases and shifts are retained. Only when you reactivate the "recording curve" (0E2) function the display settings return to their standard values. Endress+Hauser...
For commissioning of the device with a FOUNDATION Fieldbus configuration tool you need to know the DEVICE_ID, which consists of the following parts: Device_ID = 452B481011-XXXXXXXX whereby: 452B48 ID code for Endress+Hauser 1011 ID code for Prosonic M XXXXXXXX Device serial number, as printed on the nameplate 6.5.1 First setup Open the configuration tool and load the Device Descriptions (*.ffo, *.sym and - if required by...
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• You can open one of the FOUNDATION Fieldbus methods. Each method guides you automatically through a number of parameters which are required for a specific configuration task. The following sections describe the parametrization by the "basic setup" method. Endress+Hauser...
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– by the display and operating module VU331 ( Chap. 6.4.1) – by an Endress+Hauser operating program ( Chap. 6.5.1) In the FOUNDATION Fieldbus configuration tool you can select from two types of parameter display: - parameter names (e.g. "PARTANKSHAPE") - label texts (e.g.
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– HI_LIM -> Limit value for the upper warning – LO_LIM -> Limit value for the lower warning – LO_LO_LIM -> Limit value for the lower alarm The limit values entered must be within the value range specified in the parameter group OUT_SCALE. Endress+Hauser...
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TARGET). However, this is only possible under the following conditions: – The function blocks are correctly connected with each other. – The parametrization of the AI Block is correct ( Kap. 6.5.4, steps 5 and 6). – The Resource Block is in operating mode AUTO. Endress+Hauser...
• VU331: error symbol in the "measured value" (000) function • VU331 or Endress+Hauser operating program: in the "diagnostics" (0A) function group in the "present error" (0A0) function Only the highest priority error is displayed; in the case of multiple errors, you can scroll between the different error messages by pressing O or S.
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Error disappears when the level leaves the safety distance. Possibly reset the risk of overspill lock. ["safety settings" (01) function group, "ackn. alarm" (017) function]] A661 Sensor overtemperature A671 Linearisation incomplete Activate linearisation table W681 current out of range Carry out basic calibration; check linearisation Endress+Hauser...
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Device Failure Device needs maintenance now Unspecified Err W601 Uncertain configuration error GOOD Non specific Other Configuration Error W611 Uncertain configuration error GOOD Non specific Other Configuration Error W621 Uncertain Non specific GOOD Non specific simulation active No Error Endress+Hauser...
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Device needs maintenance now Unspecified Err (Alarm) E661 Uncertain Non specific GOOD Non specific Device needs maintenacne soon Unspecified Err (Warning) A671 Device Failure GOOD Non specific Configuration Error No Error W691 Uncertain Non specific GOOD Non specific Other Unspecified Err Endress+Hauser...
3. Increase output damping (058). may jump sporadically to (FF: Sensor Block, PAROUTPUTDAMPING) higher expected levels 4. If necessary, select a different installation position and/or a larger sensor t → L00-FMR2xxxx-19-00-00-en-015 100% actual expected t → L00-FMR2xxxx-19-00-00-en-016 Endress+Hauser...
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(FF: Sensor Block, PARTANKSHAPE, PARMEDIUMCONDITION, PARPROCESSCONDITION) 100% 2. If necessary, select a different installation position and/or a larger sensor eingetreten 3. Align the sensor parallel to the product surface (particularly for bulk solids applications) E 641 erwartet t → L00-FMR2xxxx-19-00-00-en-018 Endress+Hauser...
Repairs The Endress+Hauser repair concept assumes that the measuring devices have a modular design and that customers are able to undertake repairs themselves ä 67, "Spare Parts". For more information on service and spare parts, contact the Service Department at Endress+Hauser.
Select the required spare parts (You may also use the overview drawing on the right side of the screen.) When ordering spare parts, always quote the serial number indicated on the nameplate. As far as necessary, the spare parts also include replacement instructions. Endress+Hauser...
The measuring device must be returned if repairs or a factory calibration are required, or if the wrong measuring device has been ordered or delivered. According to legal regulations, Endress+Hauser, as an ISO-certified company, is required to follow certain procedures when handling returned products that are in contact with medium.
1 F12 / T12 housing Installation bracket for FMU40, FMU41 ø16 L00-FMU4x-00-00-00-de-001 Dimensions in mm • for FMU 40, G1½: Order No. 942669-0000 • for FMU 41, G2: Order No. 942669-0001 suited for NPT 1½" and 2" as well Endress+Hauser...
• The 50 mm (2.17 in) or 62 mm (2.44 in) orifices serve for the mounting of the FMU40 or FMU41 sensor, respecitvely. • The 22 mm (0.87 in) orifice may be used for an additional sensor. For the mounting of the cantilever can be used: • mounting frame ä 72 • wall bracket ä 72 Endress+Hauser...
For details refer to TI00404F/00/EN. Commubox FXA291 The Commubox FXA291 connects Endress+Hauser field instruments with CDI interface (= Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface) to the USB interface of a personal computer or a notebook. For details refer to TI00405C/07/EN. Note! For the instrument you need the "ToF Adapter FXA291" as an additional accessory.
Technical data (cable and housing) and product structure: Max. cable length 20 m (65 ft) Temperature range -40 °C to +60 °C (-40 °F to 140 °F) Degree of protection IP65/67 (housing); IP68 (cable) acc. to IEC 60529 Dimensions mm/in (HxWxD) 122x150x80 / 4.8x5.9x3.2 Endress+Hauser...
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A Basic version Mounting bracket, pipe 1"/ 2" Special version, TSP-Nr. to be spec. Marking: Tagging (TAG) FHX40 - Complete product designation For connection of the remote display FHX40 use the cable which fits the communication version of the respective instrument. Endress+Hauser...
Device Revision 04 (hex) DD Revision 01 (hex) CFF Revision 01 (hex) ITK Version 4.61 ITK-Certification Driver-No. IT035900 Link Master (LAS) cabable Link Master / Basic Device yes; Default: Basic Device selectable Number VCRs Number of Link-Objects in VFD 24 Endress+Hauser...
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The signal characterizer block has two sections, each 40 ms standard rizer Block with an output that is a non-linear function of the respec- tive input. The non-linear function is determined by a sin- gle look-up table with 21 arbitrary x-y pairs. Endress+Hauser...
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Lift-off voltage Basic current 15 mA 15 mA In-rush current Error current 0 mA FISCO 17,5 V 500 mA; with surge arrester 273 mA 5,5 W; with surge arrester1, 2 W 5 mF 0,01 mH FNICO compliant Polarity sensitive Endress+Hauser...
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(hydrochloric acid, sulfuric acid, ...), dilute bases (caustic soda, ...), oils, greases, slurries, pastes, ... High vapor pressures or outgassing media (ethanol, acetone, ammonia, ...) can influence the accuracy. If conditions like these are present, please contact the Endress+Hauser support. Endress+Hauser...
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A temperature sensor is integrated in the sensor for correction of the temperature-dependent time- of-flight. Process pressure • FMU40, FMU41: 0.7 bar to 3bar abs. (10.15 psi to 43.5 psi abs.) • FMU42, FMU43, FMU44: 0.7 bar to 2.5bar abs. (10.15 psi to 36.25 psi abs.) Endress+Hauser...
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Prosonic M - FOUNDATION Fieldbus Technical Data Endress+Hauser...
+ sw-no. device id system parameters Note! The Default values of the parameters are typed in bold face. L00-FMU4xxxx-19-00-01-en-017 Endress+Hauser...
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. period , comma measured dist. measured level application par. detection window not modified modified reset distance unit temperature unit download mode parameter only param. + cust. map mapping only L00-FMU4xxxx-19-00-02-en-017 Endress+Hauser...
Primary value describe the e.g. scaling, status (main value) device (calibration, linearisation etc.) Secondary value (distance) Analog Input Function Block 2 parameters that are important to the process control system, Third value e.g. scaling, status (temperature) L00-FMU4XXXX-02-00-00-en-003 Endress+Hauser...
Shows any configuration, hardware, connection and system problems in the lock. The cause of the alert is to be seen in the subcode field. The function of the resource block parameters not described here can can be taken from the FOUNDATION Fieldbus specification, see "www.fieldbus.org". Endress+Hauser...
A complete list of the configuration parameters can be found in the "Description of Instrument Functions", BA00240F/00/EN. If MODE_BLK refuses to be changed to AUTO, an error is present. Control all parameters, perform the required changes and try again to change MODE_BLK to AUTO. Endress+Hauser...
PAROPERATIONCODE Unsigned16 non-vol. protocol+sw-no. PARPROTSOFTVERSIONSTRING VisibleString const Auto, OOS If MODE_BLK refuses to be changed to AUTO, an error is present. Control all parameters, perform the required changes and try again to change MODE_BLK to AUTO. Endress+Hauser...
PARSEPARATIONCHARACTER Unsigned8 non-vol. Auto, OOS unlock parameter PAROPERATIONCODE Unsigned16 non-vol. If MODE_BLK refuses to be changed to AUTO, an error is present. Control all parameters, perform the required changes and try again to change MODE_BLK to AUTO. Endress+Hauser...
User description of the intended application of the block. BLOCK_ERROR Shows error status of software and hardware components – Out-of-Service: the block is in OOS mode – Simulation active: shows the setting of DIP-switch SIM. Input failure/process variable has BAD status. – configuration error Endress+Hauser...
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XD_SCALE_MAX - XD_SCALE_MIN The L_TYPE parameter influences the signal conversion: • Direct: PV = CHANNEL_VALUE • Indirect: FIELD_VALUE PV = x (OUT_SCALE_MAX - OUT_SCALE_MIN) + OUT_SCALE_MIN • Indirect square root: FIELD_VALUE PV = x (OUT_SCALE_MAX - OUT_SCALE_MIN) + OUT_SCALE_MIN Endress+Hauser...
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8 - 15 Critical alarms of increasing priority 11.7.8 Alarm status Parameter Description HI_HI_ALM The status of the HI_HI alarm HI_ALM The status of the HI alarm LO_ALM The status of the LO alarm LO_LO_ALM The status of the LO_LO alarm Endress+Hauser...
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A simulation is also possible by switching MODE_BLK to "MAN" and entering a value for OUT. Parameter Description SIMULATE Enables, sets and displays a simulated value, options: – enable/disable – simulated value – output value Endress+Hauser...
The interference echo suppression feature on the Prosonic M ensures that interference echos (e.g. from edges, welded joints and installations) are not interpreted as a level echo. 11.9.3 Calibration Enter the empty distance E and the span F to calibrate the device. Endress+Hauser...
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Prosonic M - FOUNDATION Fieldbus Appendix 11.9.4 Blocking distance Span F may not extend into the blocking distance BD. Level echos within the blocking distance cannot be evaluated due to the transient characteristics of the sensor. Endress+Hauser...