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- Page 1 BA 143F/00/en/06.03 prolevel 016563-1000 valid for Software 1.x FMC 662 Capacitance Level Measurement Installation and Operating Instructions Endress Hauser The Power of Know How...
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Page 2: Short Instructions
Short Instructions Prolevel FMC 662 Short Instructions Operation Selects vertical matrix position 4 yellow relay LEDs, 1 red alarm LED, Selects horizontal matrix position 1 green operation LED LC display Select position V0H0 Selects next digit Move decimal point Increases value of digit... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Probes ....Prolevel FMC 662 installation ..Transmitter wiring ... . - Page 4 Table of Contents Prolevel FMC 662 Endress+Hauser...
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Page 5: Notes On Safety
Prolevel FMC 662 Notes on Safety Notes on Safety The Prolevel FMC 662 is a field transmitter for level measurement which can be used Approved usage with a variety of capacitance probes. It has been designed to operate safely in accordance with current technical and safety standards, and must be installed by qualified personnel according to the instructions in this manual. - Page 6 Notes on Safety Prolevel FMC 662 Safety conventions In order to highlight safety-relevant or alternate operation procedures in the manual the following conventions have been used, each indicated by a corresponding icon in the margin. Note! • A note highlights actions or procedures which, if not performed correctly, may...
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Page 7: Introduction
Chapter 1: Introduction Introduction The Prolevel FMC 662 is a field transmitter for level measurement with capacitance probes. It may be installed, commissioned and maintained by authorised personnel only. The operating manual must have been read and understood before the equipment is installed: instructions are to be followed exactly. -
Page 8: Application
Prolevel FMC 662 transmitter BA143_01 The Prolevel FMC 662 is designed for level measurement on one or two channels with a capacitance probe. The applications described in this manual are as follows: • Level or volume measurement …Chapter 4 • Differential level measurement …Chapter 5 •... -
Page 9: Measuring System
Prolevel FMC 662 Chapter 1: Introduction Measuring system Fig. 1.3: The Prolevel FMC 662 can be used as a stand-alone unit, see Figs 1.1 and 1.2 or as part of Personal computer with an operating system. operating software, e.g. An RS-485 adapter or PC card... -
Page 10: Measuring Principle
Prolevel FMC 662 Measuring principle The Prolevel FMC 662 measures level on the basis of the capacitance and hydrostatic measurement principles. In both cases the measured value is processed by the electronic insert and passed on as a frequency signal. -
Page 11: Functional Description
Channel 1 and 2 BA143_07 Fig. 1.6 is a block diagram of the Prolevel FMC 662. The transmitter supplies the power to the probe. The capacitance measured by the probe is converted into a frequency signal by the electronic insert located in its head and is transmitted to the Prolevel over a two-core cable. -
Page 12: Technical Data: Prolevel Fmc 662 Transmitter
Chapter 1: Introduction Prolevel FMC 662 Technical Data Manufacturer: General specifications Endress+Hauser GmbH+Co. Designation: Prolevel FMC 662 Function: Transmitter for level and differential level measurement with capacitance probes Input signal: Level proportional PFM signal Interfaces: 0/4…20 mA, Rackbus RS 485 (option) Reference conditions: to IEC 770 (T = 25°C) or as specified... - Page 13 Prolevel FMC 662 Chapter 1: Introduction Output characteristics Communication interface (continued) Commulog VU 260 Z: 2 communication sockets in terminal compartment Rackbus RS 485: optional interface for direct connection to a personal computer via adapter or interface card, or to Rackbus via FXA 675 interface card...
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Page 14: Installation
This is particularly important when the sensors are to be installed in hazardous areas. Please note the following: Warning! • The Prolevel FMC 662 transmitter must be installed outside explosion hazardous areas. • Observe the specifications in the certificates as well as local regulations when... -
Page 15: Probes
Chapter 2: Installation Probes Table 2.1 lists the probes most frequently used with the Prolevel FMC 662 transmitter. In addition to those listed, all probes which can be used with an EC 37 Z or EC 47 Z electronic insert can be connected to the transmitter. Installation hints can be taken from the appropriate Technical Information Sheet. -
Page 16: Prolevel Fmc 662 Installation
-20°C insulate the instrument. Mounting The Prolevel FMC 662, with IP 66 protective housing, can be mounted on a wall or post outdoors or in the control room. Fig. 2.3 gives details for wall mounting. Fig. 2.4 shows how the Prolevel can be post-mounted with the all-weather cover. -
Page 17: Transmitter Wiring
Terminal strip compartment. Fig. 2.5 shows the wiring diagram for the Prolevel FMC 662 (Terminal 3 is reserved for the internal protective ground): • Remove the plastic cover from the front of the connection compartment •... -
Page 18: Probe Connection
Probe cable transmitter cable — the Prolevel satisfies the quoted EMC standards with this cable. Level probes The Prolevel FMC 662 can be operated with a variety of probe types, each requiring an channels 1 + 2 electronic insert: • EC 37 Z or EC 47 Z Fig. -
Page 19: Rackbus Rs-485 Communications Option
60 61 62 L2 (> L1) BA143_15/16 Up to 25 Prolevel FMC 662 transmitters can be connected to the Rackbus RS-485. Wiring the bus Instructions for wiring and grounding the bus are to be found in Operating Instructions BA 134F which is delivered with Prolevel instruments having the Rackbus RS-485 option. -
Page 20: Controls
• Each field in the matrix is accessed by a vertical (V) and horizontal (H) position which can be entered at the front panel of the Prolevel FMC 662 Z, by the Commulog VU 260 Z or for the Rackbus RS-485 from a personal computer. -
Page 21: Keyboard And Display
(relay remains energised) BA143_20 Fig. 3.1 shows the LC-display with matrix of the Prolevel FMC 662, Fig. 3.3 its front panel. Table 3.1 below describes the function of the operating keys. • Changes are not possible if the matrix has been locked (Section 4.6). -
Page 22: Commulog Vu 260 Z
BA143_21 The Prolevel FMC 662 without keyboard can be configured with the Commulog VU 260 Z handheld terminal, Figs 3.2 and 3.4. A full description of Commulog operation is to be found in Operation Instructions BA 028. Table 3.2 summarizes the key functions. -
Page 23: Rackbus Rs-485 (Option)
Selection of horizontal position H0 …H9 BA143_22 Prolevel FMC 662 transmitters with Rackbus RS-485 interface can be configured from a personal computer using one of the Endress+Hauser operating programs: • Fieldmanager 485 Version 5.0 and Commugraph 485 if connected to the computer via a RS-485/RS-232C converter or RS-485 card. -
Page 24: Level Measurement
Prolevel FMC 662 Level Measurement This chapter is concerned with the level measurement functions (operating mode 0, default, 1 or 2) of the Prolevel FMC 662; the principle sections describe: • Commissioning • Calibration:— for upright cylindrical tanks — for horizontal cylindrical tanks —... -
Page 25: Commissioning
Prolevel FMC 662 Chapter 4: Level Measurement Commissioning When programming the Prolevel for the first time, reset the module to the factory based parameters, see Table in back cover. Then enter the probe constants fo and S for the channels to be used. This ensures that the EC 37 Z/EC 47 Z electronic insert can be replaced without the need for recalibration, see Section 6.4. -
Page 26: Calibration
Chapter 4: Level Measurement Prolevel FMC 662 Calibration This section describes three methods of calibration which require the tank or silo to be filled and the entry of: • an »empty« level at V0H1 (channel 1) and V4H1 (channel 2) •... - Page 27 Prolevel FMC 662 Chapter 4: Level Measurement 2) Calibration for Matrix Entry Remarks horizontal cylinders V0H1 Tank empty, current level in %, m, ft 100% for entries in % »E« Register entry Channel 2: V4H1, V4H2 V0H2 Tank full, current...
- Page 28 Chapter 4: Level Measurement Prolevel FMC 662 3) Calibration for tanks with conical outlet Matrix Entry Remarks V0H1 Tank empty, current level in %, m, ft »E« Register entry V0H2 Tank full, current Channel 2 probe or sensor V4H1 level in %, m, ft covered ⇓...
- Page 29 Prolevel FMC 662 Chapter 4: Level Measurement After callibration, p. 26, the semi-automatic b) Semi-automatic linearisation can be made: linearisation • Enter known volume V/weight G in volume V2H3/V6H3 measurement • Level is displayed in V2H4/V6H4 »Full« level F No. Matrix Entry...
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Page 30: Analogue Outputs
Chapter 4: Level Measurement Prolevel FMC 662 Analogue Outputs This section describes the setting of the analogue outputs. The following parameters can be entered or changed: • Analogue signal range • Output damping • Value for 4 mA and 20 mA •... - Page 31 Prolevel FMC 662 Chapter 4: Level Measurement The 4mA (V0H5/V4H5) and 20 mA (V0H6/ Value for 4 mA and V4H6) values, default values 0% and 20 mA 100%, determine the levels at which the 100% V0H6 analogue signal range begins and ends.
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Page 32: Relays
BA143_33 Operating modes The Prolevel FMC 662 has five relays with potential-free changeover contacts. Relays 1a, 1b, 2a and 2b are limit relays, relay 3 is an alarm relay which always de-energises on fault condition. Relays 1a and 1b are set together, as are 2a and 2b. - Page 33 Prolevel FMC 662 Chapter 4: Level Measurement Example channel 1: BA143_34 Matrix Entry Remarks min. fail-safe mode, V1H0 e.g. 10 Switch point relays 1a, 1b: »E« Register entry switch point 10%, hysteresis 40% V1H1 Min. fail-safe mode relay de-energises on »E«...
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Page 34: Measured Value Display
The instrument is now configured. Note your parameters in the table at the back of the manual - if you have to replace the transmitter, these can be simply entered in the replacement Prolevel FMC 662. There is no need to recalibrate. Endress+Hauser... -
Page 35: Other Operating Modes
Prolevel FMC 662 Chapter 5: Other Operating Modes Other Operating Modes This chapter describes the configuration of the Prolevel FMC 662 for • Differential level measurement, operating mode 3 • Level measurement with a reference probe, operating mode 5. Density measurement, mode 4, is not described as Deltapilot sensors are required, see BA 144F, Prolevel FMB 662. -
Page 36: Differential Level Measurement
Chapter 5: Other Operating Modes Prolevel FMC 662 Differential level measurement Fig. 5.2: Schematic diagram of differential level measurement mode BA143_37 Differential level measurement is carried out in operating mode 3, see Fig. 5.2. The calibration procedure is as below. -
Page 37: Level Measurement With Reference Probe
Prolevel FMC 662 Chapter 5: Other Operating Modes Level measurement with reference probe Fig. 5.4: Schematic diagram of level measurement with reference probe BA143_39 Operating mode 5, see Fig. 5.4, provides a reference measurement at channel 2 which Operating mode 5 is used to correct the level measurement at channel 1. - Page 38 Chapter 5: Other Operating Modes Prolevel FMC 662 Fig. 5.5: hazardous area safe area Level measurement with reference probe outputs 1 and 2 level top: reference probe channel 2 top-mounted with active length below the end of the measuring probe...
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Page 39: Trouble-Shooting
Prolevel FMC 662 Chapter 6: Trouble-Shooting Trouble-Shooting The Prolevel FMC 662 provides a number of aids for setting up and operating the module correctly. This Chapter contains the following: • Fault recognition system • Error message and trouble-shooting tables • Simulated operating mode •... - Page 40 Chapter 6: Trouble-Shooting Prolevel FMC 662 Table 6.1: Code Type Cause and Remedy Error messages Prolevel FMC 662 E 101-106 Alarm Fault in instrument electronics - Call Endress+Hauser Service E 107 Alarm Battery voltage too low - Make back-up of entered parameters immediately...
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Page 41: Incorrect Measurements
Prolevel FMC 662 Chapter 6: Trouble-Shooting Incorrect measurements Table 6.2 summarises the most common operating errors which lead to incorrect Trouble-shooting table measurement by the Prolevel transmitter. Table 6.2: Fault Cause and remedy Trouble shooting table for • Incorrect calibration? Check measured value before... -
Page 42: Simulated Operating Mode
Chapter 6: Trouble-Shooting Prolevel FMC 662 Simulated operating mode This function is intended primarily for checking the correct function of the system: • Enter 6 at V8H0 to activate the simulation mode for channel 1 • Enter 7 at V8H0 to activate the simulation mode for channel 2 •... -
Page 43: Exchanging Transmitters And Sensors
Chapter 6: Trouble-Shooting Exchanging transmitters and sensors If the Prolevel FMC 662 has to be exchanged, the replacement need not be recalibrated. FMC 662 transmitter Simply enter the settings which you have noted in the Table at the back of the manual. -
Page 44: Appendix
Kapitel 7: Anhang Prolevel FMC 662 Anhang Abgleich und Linearisierung in Volumeneinheiten Benutzen Sie folgende Vorgänge, falls Sie in Volumeneinheiten abgleichen und gleich- zeitig eine Linearisierung möchten. Abgleich für liegende Die Reihenfolge für die Eingabe der Parame- Zylinder ter muß unbedingt eingehalten werden. Zwei Parameter müssen eingegeben werden:... - Page 45 Prolevel FMC 662 Kapitel 7: Anhang Sie brauchen eine monoton steigende Li- Abgleich für Tanks mit nearisierungstabelle, max. 30 Wertepaare konischem Auslauf H/V oder H/G • Füllstand H in %, m oder ft • Volumen V oder Gewicht G in techni- schen Einheiten.
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Page 46: Index
Prolevel FMC 662 Index Index Alarm 29 - 30, 37 Max. fail-safe mode All-weather cover Measured value display Ambient temperature Measuring system Analogue output Mechanical specifications 4 mA and 20 mA values Min. fail-safe mode Assignment output 2 Mounting Output damping... - Page 47 Prolevel FMC 662 Operating matrix Endress+Hauser...
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Page 48: Operating Matrix
Operating matrix Prolevel FMC 662 Operating Matrix Operating and default parameters Enter your operating parameters in the matrix below, a full matrix is to be found overleaf. Display field The default parameters are as indicated below. 100.0 100.0 90.0 10.0 1.000... - Page 49 Prolevel FMC 662 Operating matrix Parameter Matrix Safety Measured Empty Full Select Output Value for Value for Actual Measured alarm value calibration calibration current damping 0/4 mA 20 mA measuring value Calibration 0 = -10% frequency Channel 1 1=+110% 0=0…20mA...
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