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Operating Instructions
Levelflex M FMP41C
Guided Level-Radar
BA00277F/00/EN/13.10
71120288
Valid as of software version:
01.04.zz

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Levelflex M FMP41C Guided Level-Radar BA00277F/00/EN/13.10 71120288 Valid as of software version: 01.04.zz...
  • Page 2 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Brief Operating Instructions Levelflex M - Brief operating instructions KA189F/00/a2/03.07 52012501 Contrast: measured value dist./ meas value Group selection basic setup tank medium process empty full dist./ check range of start properties property cond. calibr.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Software history ......81 Contact addresses of Endress+Hauser ... 82 Wiring .

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Safety instructions Designated use The Levelflex M is a compact level transmitter for the continuous measurement of solids and liquids, measuring prinziple: Guided Level Radar / TDR: Time Domain Reflectometry. Installation, commissioning and operation The Levelflex M has been designed to operate safely in accordance with current technical, safety and EU standards.

  • Page 5: Notes On Safety Conventions And Icons

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

  • Page 6: Identification

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

  • Page 9: Scope Of Delivery

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

  • Page 10: Installation

    Installation Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Installation Incoming acceptance, transport, storage 3.1.1 Incoming acceptance Check the packing and contents for any signs of damage. Check the shipment, make sure nothing is missing and that the scope of supply matches your order.

  • Page 11: Installation Conditions

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Installation Installation conditions 3.2.1 Dimensions Housing dimensions 65 (2.56) 78 (3.07) max. 110 (4.33) ENDRESS+HAUSER F12 housing (Aluminium) 85 (3.35) mm (in) L00-F12xxxx-06-00-00-en-001 max. 100 (4.33) 94 (3.7) 65 (2.56) 78 (3.07) ENDRESS+HAUSER T12 housing (Aluminium) 85 (3.35)
  • Page 12 Installation Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Process connection, probe type F12 / T12 / F23 housing Option “3” / “4” remote electronic top entry 4 x Ø 8,5 Option “4”: remote electronic side entry Ø 21.3 Ø 76 Ø 76 Ø...

  • Page 13: Installation

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Installation Installation 3.3.1 Mounting kit For the mounting, you will require the following tool: • The tool for flange mounting • 4 mm (0.1") Allen wrench for turning the housing 3.3.2 Mounting probes " Caution! If there is a risk of electrostatic discharge from the product, then both processconnection and rope must be earthed before the probe is lowered into the silo.
  • Page 14 Installation Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Other installations • Select the mounting location such that the distance to internals (5) (e.g. limit switch, struts) is > 300 mm over the entire length of the probe, also during operation. • Probe must within the measuring span not touch any internals during operation.
  • Page 15 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Installation Type of probe mounting • When installing in plastic tanks, the nozzle must have at least DN50 (2"). The appropriate flange must be used as the process connection. • For nozzles up to 450 mm high, select the length of the centering rod appropriate for the nozzle height when using rope probes.
  • Page 16 Installation Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA 3.3.4 Special instructions When installing in stirring tanks, observe lateral load of probes. Possibly check whether a non- contact process, ultrasound or radar would not be better suited, above all if the stirrer generates large mechanical loads on the probe.
  • Page 17 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Installation 3.3.5 Notes on special installation situations Installation at an angle • For mechanical reasons, the probe should be installed as vertically as possible. • With inclined installations the probe length has to be adjusted in dependence to the installation angle.
  • Page 18 Installation Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA 3.3.6 Installation for difficult to access process connections Installation with remote electronic • Wall and pipe bracket ist contained in the scope of delivery and already mounted. • Follow installation instructions, → ä 13.

  • Page 19: Post-Installation Check

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Installation 3.3.7 Turn housing After mounting, the housing can be turned 350° in order to simplify access to the display and the terminal compartment. Proceed as follows to turn the housing to the required position: •...

  • Page 20: Wiring

    Wiring Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Wiring Notes on PROFIBUS PA installation can be found in Operating manual BA034S/04/EN. Quick wiring guide Wiring in F12/F23 housing " Before connection please note the following: PROFIBUS devices are marked on the nameplate (1). The...
  • Page 21 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Wiring Wiring in T12 housing " Before connection please note the following: ENDRESS+HAUSER PROFIBUS devices are marked on the nameplate (1). The LEVELFLEX M IP65 voltage is determined by the PROFIBUS standard and the Caution!
  • Page 22 Wiring Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Wiring with M12 connector Before connection please note the following: " ● PROFIBUS devices are marked on the nameplate (1). The voltage is determined by the PROFIBUS standard and the Caution! desired safety concept. (see chapter 4.3).

  • Page 23: Connecting The Measuring Unit

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Wiring Connecting the measuring unit Ground connection It is necessary to make a good ground connection to the ground terminal on the outside of the housing, in order to achieve EMC security. Cable gland Type...

  • Page 24: Recommended Connection

    Wiring Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Recommended connection For maximum EMC protection please observe the following points: • The external ground terminal on the transmitter must be connected to ground. • The continuity of the cable screening between tapping points must be ensured.

  • Page 25: Operation

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Operation Operation Quick operation guide ENDRESS + HAUSER – >3 s Behalter Eigen. Standard Alu-Behalter Kunststoff Beh Bypass / Rohr Koax-Sonde nahe Betonwand Auswahl und Konfiguration im Bedienmenü: 1.) Aus der Messwertdarstellung mit in die...
  • Page 26 Operation Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA 5.1.1 General structure of the operating menu The operating menu is made up of two levels: • Function groups (00, 01, 03, …, 0C, 0D): The individual operating options of the device are split up roughly into different function groups.

  • Page 27: Display And Operating Elements

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Operation Display and operating elements 5.2.1 Liquid crystal display (LCD) Four lines with 20 characters each. Display contrast adjustable through key combination. (liquid crystal display) Orde Orde Ser.- Ser.- r Cod No.: r Cod No.:...
  • Page 28 Operation Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA 5.2.3 Display symbols The following table describes the symbols that appear on the liquid crystal display: Sybmol Meaning ALARM_SYMBOL This alarm symbol appears when the device is in an alarm state. If the symbol flashes, this indicates a warning.

  • Page 29: Local Operation

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Operation Local operation 5.3.1 Locking of the configuration mode The Levelflex can be protected in two ways against unauthorised changing of device data, numerical values or factory settings: Function "unlock parameter" (0A4): A value <> 2457 (e.g. 2450) must be entered in "unlock parameter" (0A4) in the "diagnostics"...
  • Page 30 There is no need to change these parameters under normal circumstances and consequently, they are protected by a special code known only to the Endress+Hauser service organization. Please contact Endress+Hauser if you have any questions.
  • Page 31 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Operation 5.3.3 Factory settings (Reset) " Caution! A reset sets the device back to the factory settings. This can lead to an impairment of the measurement. Generally, you should perform a basic setup again following a reset.

  • Page 32: Display And Acknowledging Error Messages

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

  • Page 33: Profibus Pa Communication

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Operation PROFIBUS PA communication 5.5.1 Synopsis • FieldCare SPS / PLC / API • Profiboard/Proficard PROFIBUS DP ENDRESS + HAUSER PROFIBUS PA ENDRESS + HAUSER VU331 – FHX40 Prosonic M Micropilot M Levelflex M VU331...
  • Page 34 Operation Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA 5.5.2 Device address Selecting the device address • Every PROFIBUS PA device must be given an address. If the address is not set correctly, the device will not be recognised by the process control system.
  • Page 35 ID number 0x152D (hex) = 5421 (dec). Source of supply • Internet (ftp-Server): ftp://194.196.152.203/pub/communic/gsd/Levelflex_m.EXE • CD-ROM with GSD files for all Endress+Hauser devices. Order-Code: 50097200 • GSD library of the PROFIBUS User Organisation (PNO):http: //www.PROFIBUS.com Directory structure The files are oranized in the folowing strucutre: Levelflex_M/PA/Profile3/Revision1.0/...
  • Page 36 Operation Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA 5.5.4 Cyclic data exchange Block model of the Levelflex M L00-FMR230xx-02-00-00-en-001 The block model shows, which data are exchanged continously (i.e. by cyclic data transfer) between the Levelflex M and the PLC. The numbers refer to the function groups and functions: •...
  • Page 37 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Operation Configuration of the cyclic data telegram Use the configuration software of your PLC in order to compose the data telegram from these modules in one of the following ways: Main value In order to transmit the main measured value, selct the module "Main Process Value".
  • Page 38 Operation Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA IEEE-745 Floating Point Number The measured value is transmitted as a IEEE 754 floating point number, whereby (E-127) Measured value = (-1) x (1+F) Byte 1 Byte 2 Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5...
  • Page 39 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Operation 5.5.5 Acyclic data exchange Acyclic data exchange allows device parameters to be changed independently of the communication between the device and a PLC. Acyclic data exchange is used • to transmit device parameters during commissioning and maintenance;...
  • Page 40 Operation Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA 5.5.6 Slot/index tables Device Management Parameter Endress+Hauser Slot Index Size Type Read Write Storage Matrix (CW II) [bytes] Class Directory object Array of constant header UNSIGNED16 Composite list Array of constant directory entries UNSIGNED16...
  • Page 41 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Operation Parameter Endress+Hauser Slot Index Size Type Read Write Storage Matrix (CW II) [bytes] Class LO LO Limit FLOAT static 44-45 HI HI Alarm DS-39* dynamic HI Alarm DS-39* dynamic LO Alarm DS-39* dynamic LO LO Alarm...
  • Page 42 Operation Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Parameter Endress+Hauser Slot Index Size Type Read Write Storage Matrix (CW II) [bytes] Class Endress+Hauser-Parameters error code UNSIGNED16 dynamic last error code UNSIGNED16 dynamic Up Down features OSTRING constant Up Down control UNSIGNED8 dynamic...
  • Page 43 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Operation Parameter Endress+Hauser Slot Index Size Type Read Write Storage Matrix (CW II) [bytes] Class In safety dist. V1H6 UNSIGNED8 static Reset self holding V1H7 UNSIGNED8 static Operating mode V1H8 UNSIGNED8 static Brocken probe det.
  • Page 44 Operation Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Parameter Endress+Hauser Slot Index Size Type Read Write Storage Matrix (CW II) [bytes] Class Format display V6H4 UNSIGNED8 static No. decimals V6H5 UNSIGNED8 static Sep. character V6H6 UNSIGNED8 static Display test V6H7 UNSIGNED8 static...
  • Page 45 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Operation 5.5.7 Scaling of the output data The on-site display and the digital output are working independently of each other. On-site display The on-site display always displayes the main value V0H0 directly from the Transducer Block.
  • Page 46 The operating program FieldCare is an Endress+Hauser Plant Asset Management Tool based on FDT technology. You can use FieldCare to configure all your Endress+Hauser devices, as well as devices from other manufacturers that support the FDT standard. Hardware and software requirements you can find on the internet: www.endress.com È...
  • Page 47 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Operation Signal analysis via envelope curve L00-FMP4xxxx-20-00-00-en-007 Tank linearization L00-fmp-Ixxx-20-00-00-en-041 Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 48: Commissioning

    Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Commissioning Function check Make sure that all final checks have been completed before you start up your measuring point: • Checklist "Post-installation check", → ä 19. • Checklist "Post-connection check", → ä 24. Switching on the measuring device When the device is switched on for the first time, the following messages appear in a sequence of 5 s on the display: software version, communication protocoll and language selection.

  • Page 49: Basic Setup

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Commissioning Basic Setup tank shape flange: Standard reference point of measurement measuring cond. Unknown measuring cond. Standard empty calibr. full calibr. mapping E = empty calibr. (= zero) LN = probe length setting in 005...
  • Page 50 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA " Caution! The basic setup is sufficient for successful commissioning in most applications. The Levelflex is initially adjusted at the factory to the probe length ordered, so that in most cases only the application parameters, that automatically adapt the device to the measuring conditions, need to be entered.

  • Page 51: Basic Setup With The Vu331

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Commissioning Basic Setup with the VU331 Function "measured value" (000) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – This function displays the current measured value in the selected unit (see "customer unit" (042)) function). The number of digits after decimal point can be selected in the "no.of decimals"...
  • Page 52 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA bypass / pipe The "bypass / pipe" option is designed especially for the installation of probes in a bypass or a stilling well. If this option is selected, the upper blocking distance is preset to 100 mm.
  • Page 53 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Commissioning Function "process propert." (004) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – Use this function to adapt the device reaction to the filling speed in the tank. The setting impacts on an intelligent filter. Selection: • standard •...
  • Page 54 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Function "probe length" (031) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – Use this function to select whether the probe length was changed after factory calibration. Only then is it necessary to enter or correct the probe length.
  • Page 55 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Commissioning Function "empty calibr." (005) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – This function is used to enter the distance from the flange (reference point of the measurement) to the minimum level (= zero). E = empty calibration (= zero) L00-FMP4xxxx-14-00-06-en-008 Function "full calibr."...
  • Page 56 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Function "dist./meas.value" (008) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – The distance measured from the reference point to the product surface and the meas. value calculated with the aid of the empty adjustment are displayed. Check whether the values correspond to the actual meas.
  • Page 57 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Commissioning distance = ok Use this function at part-covered probe. Choosing function "manual" or "probe free" at free probe. • mapping is carried out up to the currently measured echo • The range to be suppressed is suggested in the "range of mapping" (052) function Anyway, it is wise to carry out a mapping even in this case.
  • Page 58 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Function "dist./meas.value" (008) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – The distance measured from the reference point to the product surface and the meas. value calculated with the aid of the empty alignment are displayed again. Check whether the values correspond to the actual meas.

  • Page 59: Blocking Distance

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Commissioning Blocking distance Function "upper block. dist" (059) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – For rod probes and for rope probes with lengths of up to 8 m, the upper blocking distance is preset to 0.2 m on delivery. For rope probes with lengths of more than 8 m, the upper blocking distance is preset to 2.5 % of the probe length.
  • Page 60 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Differing from this , the following measuring error is present in the vicinity of the probe end: rod probe and coax probe rope probe DC = 2 DC > 7 DC > 7 distance from probe end [mm]...

  • Page 61: Envelope Curve With Vu331

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Commissioning Envelope curve with VU331 After the basic setup, an evaluation of the measurement with the aid of the envelope curve ("envelope curve" (0E)) function group) is recommended. 6.6.1 Function "plot settings" (0E1) Here you can select which information is shown on the display: •...

  • Page 62: Function "Envelope Curve Display" (0E3)

    Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Function "envelope curve display" (0E3) You can obtain the following information from the envelope curve display in this function: quality of evaluated echo full calibr. evaluated echo empty calibr. is marked envelope curve minimum distance...
  • Page 63 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Commissioning 6.7.3 Mapping • Factory mapping Mapping (empty curve) is already available in the device when the device is delivered. • Customer mapping In a partially filled state, the distance up to 10 cm before the actual total level can be mapped (range of mapping = actual distance from total level - 10 cm), or values >...
  • Page 64 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Move-Modus Then press , to switch to Move mode. Either is displayed. You now have the following options: • shifts the curve to the right. • shifts the curve to the left. L00-FMPxxxxx-07-00-00-xx-002 Vertical-Zoom-Modus Press , once more to switch to Vertical Zoom mode.

  • Page 65: Basic Setup With The Endress+Hauser Operating Program

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Commissioning Basic setup with the Endress+Hauser operating program To carry out the basic setup with the operating program, proceed as follows: • Start the operating program and establish a connection. • Select the "basic setup" function group in the navigation window.
  • Page 66 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Basic setup step 2/6: • Enter the application parameters (see chapter basic setup with "VU331"): – Tank properties – Medium properties – Process properties l00-fmp4xxxx-20-00-00-en-002 Basic setup step 3/6: • Enter the application parameters (see chapter basic setup with "VU331"): –...
  • Page 67 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Commissioning Basic setup step 4/6: • Enter the application parameters (see chapter basic setup with "VU331"): – Probe length – Probe – Probe length – Determine length l00-fmp4xxxx-20-00-00-en-004 Basic setup step 5/6: • Enter the application parameters (see chapter basic setup with "VU331"): –...
  • Page 68 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Basic setup step 6/6: • Interference echo suppression takes place in this step • The measured distance and the current measured value are always displayed in the header l00-fmp4xxxx-20-00-00-en-006.gif 6.8.1 Signal analysis via envelope curve After the basic setup, it is recommended to evaluate the measurement with the aid of the envelope curve.
  • Page 69 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Commissioning Evaluating the measurement with the aid of the envelope curve Typical curve shapes: The following examples display typical curve shapes for a rope or rod probe in an empty tank. For all probe types, a negative probe end signal is shown. For rope probes, the end weight causes an additional preliminary positive echo (see rope probe diagram).
  • Page 70 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Evaluating the measurement: • The map must correspond to the course of the envelope curve (for rod probes up to approx. 5 cm and for rope probes up to approx. 25 cm before the end of the probe) when the tank is empty.

  • Page 71: Maintenance

    Repairs The Endress+Hauser repair concept assumes that the measuring devices have a modular design and that customers are able to undertake repairs themselves ("Spare Parts", → ä 80). Please contact Endress+Hauser Service for further information on service and spare parts.

  • Page 72: Accessories

    Accessories Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Accessories Various accessories, which can be ordered separately from Endress+Hauser, are available for the Levelflex M. Weather protection cover A Weather protection cover made of stainless steel is recommended for outdoor mounting (order code: 543199-0001). The shipment includes the protective cover and tension clamp.

  • Page 73: Remote Display And Operation Fhx40

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Accessories Remote display and operation FHX40 Wall-mounting Pipe-mounting (without mounting bracket) (mounting bracket and plate supplied optionally, s. product structure) Separate housing FHX40 (IP 65) Micropilot M (4.8) Levelflex M Prosonic M O rd O rd...

  • Page 74: Centering Disk

    Order-no. 71069065 Commubox FXA291 The Commubox FXA291 connects Endress+Hauser field devices 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 device you need the "ToF Adapter FXA291" as an additional accessory.

  • Page 75: Trouble-Shooting

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Trouble-shooting Trouble-shooting Trouble-shooting instructions Levelflex M -Trouble Shooting Check voltage and Not ok compare it with the Instrument does Connect the Instrument works? Ready specifications on the not respond correct voltage nameplate. Check the polarity...

  • Page 76: System Error Messages

    Trouble-shooting Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA System error messages Code Description Possible cause Remedy A102 checksum error device has been powered off before data reset general reset & new calibr. could be stored; avoid emc problem; required emc problem; if alarm prevails after reset,...
  • Page 77 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Trouble-shooting Code Description Possible cause Remedy A251 Feedthrough Lost contact in the process feedthrough Replace process feedtrough A261 HF cable defective HF cable defective or HF connector Check HF connector, replace cable removed if defective...

  • Page 78: Application Errors

    Trouble-shooting Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Application errors Error Output Possible cause Remedy A warning or alarm Depending on the configuration See table of 1. See table of error messages (→ ä 76) has occurred error messages (→ ä 76) →...
  • Page 79 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Trouble-shooting Error Output Possible cause Remedy Device displays a Incorrect probe length 1. Carry out automatic probe length level when the detection when the tank is tank is empty empty. 100% 2. Carry out mapping over entire probe when the tank is empty (probe free!).

  • Page 80: Spare Parts

    Trouble-shooting Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Spare Parts An overview of the spare parts for your device is available in the internet at www.endress.com. To obtain information on the spare parts, proceed as follows: Go to "www.endress.com" and select your country.

  • Page 81: Return

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Trouble-shooting Return The following procedures must be carried out before a transmitter is sent to Endress+Hauser e.g. for repair or calibration: • Remove all residue which may be present. Pay special attention to the gasket grooves and crevices where fluid may be present.

  • Page 82: Contact Addresses Of Endress+Hauser

    Trouble-shooting Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Contact addresses of Endress+Hauser Contact addresses can be found on our homepage: www.endress.com/worldwide. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your Endress+Hauser representative. Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 83: Technical Data

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Technical data Technical data 10.1 Additional technical data 10.1.1 Input The measured variable is the distance between a reference point (see Fig., → ä 12) and the product Measured variable surface. Subject to the input empty distance "E" (see Fig., → ä 49), the level is calculated.
  • Page 84 Technical data Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA 10.1.4 Operating conditions: Environment Ambient temperature range Ambient temperature for the transmitter: -40 °C to +80 °C. The functionality of the LCD display may be limited for temperatures Ta < -20 °C and Ta > +60 °C. A weather protection cover should be used for outdoor operation if the device is exposed to direct sunlight.
  • Page 85 +200° C [392 °F] measured here For FMP41C with Endress+Hauser adapter 43 mm: 0 °C to +150 °C. Lateral load-bearing capacity of the rod probe: 30 Nm Process pressure limits The specified range may be reduced by the selection of process connection. The pressure rating (PN) specified on the flanges refers to a reference temperature of 20 °C, for ASME flanges 100 °F.
  • Page 86 Technical data Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA 10.1.6 Mechanical construction Material See TI00386F/00/EN, chapter "Material (not in contact with process)" and "Material (in contact with process)". Tolerance of probe length Rod probes Rope probes over (m / ft) 1 (3.2) 3 (9.8)
  • Page 87 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. Ex approval The devices are certified for use in hazardous areas.
  • Page 88 The gap-free connections can be cleaned without residue using the usual cleaning methods. Many versions of Levelflex M meet the requirements of the 3A-Sanitary Standard No. 74. Endress+Hauser confirms this compliance by affixing the 3A symbol. WHG. See "Ordering structure", → ä 6 (see ZE00256F/00/DE).
  • Page 89 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Technical data 10.1.8 Additional documentation Additional documentation This additional documentation can be found on our product pages on www.endress.com. • Technical Information (TI00386F/00/EN) • Certificate "Allgemeine bauaufsichtliche Zulassung" (ZE00256F/00/DE) • Guideline for planning and commissioning (BA034S/04/EN) •...

  • Page 90: Appendix

    Appendix Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Appendix 11.1 Operating menu PA (Display modul) basic setup tank properties medium cond. process proper. empty calibr. end of probe 030 determine length see Function group “leghth adjustment 03” enter value standard unknown standard aluminium tank DC: 1.4 …...
  • Page 91 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Appendix full calibr. dist./meas.value check distance range of mapping start mapping dist./meas.value enter value distance = ok input of D and L dist. too small mapping range are displayed D and L manual are displayed probe free dist.

  • Page 92: Patents

    Appendix Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA 11.2 Patents This product may be protected by at least one of the following patents. Further patents are pending. • US 5,661,251 i EP 0 780 664 • US 5,827,985 i EP 0 780 664 •...
  • Page 93 Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Appendix Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 94: Index

    Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA Index Index Accessories........72 Nameplate .
  • Page 95 Erklärung zur Kontamination und Reinigung Please reference the Return Authorization Number (RA#), obtained from Endress+Hauser, on all paperwork and mark the RA# clearly on the outside of the box. If this procedure is not followed, it may result in the refusal of the package at our facility.
  • Page 96 www.endress.com/worldwide BA00277F/00/EN/13.10 71120288 CCS/FM+SGML 6.0/ProMoDo 71120288...

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