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Endress+Hauser Gammapilot M FMG60 Operating Instructions Manual

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01.03.02
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  • Page 1 Products Solutions Services BA00330F/00/EN/13.12 71207224 Valid as of software version: 01.03.02 Operating Instructions Gammapilot M FMG60 Radiometric Measurement...
  • Page 2 You can find an overview of all the device functions in the Appendix. A detailed description of all the instrument functions is given in Operating Instructions BA00287F/00/EN "Gammapilot M - Description of Device Functions" which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied. Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Supplied documentation ....11 Contact addresses of Endress+Hauser ..85 Certificates and approvals ....12 Registered trademarks .

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Safety instructions Designated use The Gammapilot M is a compact transmitter for non-contact level, level limit, density and concentration measurement. The measuring range of a single Gammapilot M extends up to 2 m (6.6 ft). Large measuring ranges of any size can be implemented, however, by cascading several Gammapilot M devices.

  • Page 5: Radiation Protection

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Safety instructions Radiation protection The Gammapilot M is used in conjunction with a radioactive source, contained in a source container. When handling radioactive sources, the following instructions have to be observed: 1.4.1 Basic regulations on radiation protection...

  • Page 6: Symbols

    Safety instructions Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Symbols 1.5.1 Safety symbols Symbol Meaning DANGER! DANGER This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation will result in seriousor fatal injury. A0011189-DE WARNING! WARNING This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation can result in seriousor fatal injury.
  • Page 7 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Safety instructions 1.5.4 Symbols for certain types of information Symbol Meaning Allowed Indicates procedures, processes or actions that are allowed. A0011182 Preferred Indicates procedures, processes or actions thar are preferred. A0011183 Forbidden Indicates procedures, processes or actions that are forbidden.

  • Page 8: Identification

    Identification Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Identification Parts of the Gammapilot M Terminal head Mounting collar Detector pipe Measuring range marks Terminal compartment B Terminal compartment A Supplementary nameplate Centering knob Instrument nameplate 10. Cooling water connections 11. Marking of the radiation...

  • Page 9: Nameplates

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Identification Nameplates Device nameplate Supplementary nameplate (Examples) Made in Germany, D-79689 Maulburg KEMA 04 ATEX Gammapilot M Order Code: Ser.-No.: Type 4/6 IP 65/67 NEMA 4/6 -40°C °C Dat./Insp.: A0018070 Order code (as defined by the Ordering information)

  • Page 10: Ordering Information

    Identification Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Ordering information This overview does not mark options which are mutually exclusive. 010 Approval Non-hazardous area NEPSI Ex de (ia) IIC T6 NEPSI Ex d (ia) IIC T6 Non-hazardous area, WHG (point level) IECEx zone 1 (zone 0) Ex de (ia) IIC T6...

  • Page 11: Scope Of Delivery

    Special version, TSP-no. to be spec. 995 Marking Tagging (TAG), see additional spec. Scope of delivery • Ordered version of the device (including Operating Instructions) • Endress+Hauser operating program (on the CD-ROM supplied) • Accessories as ordered Supplied documentation 2.5.1 Operating Instructions (BA00330F/00/EN) Describe how to install and commission the Gammapilot M (communication version FOUNDATION Fieldbus).

  • Page 12: Certificates And Approvals

    The device takes into account applicable standards and regulations which are listed in the EC declaration of conformity and thus meets the legal requirements of the EC Directives. Endress+Hauser confirms the successful testing of the device by affixing to it the CE mark.

  • Page 13: Installation

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation 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 14: Installation Conditions

    Installation Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation conditions 3.2.1 Dimensions, weight Gammapilot M (without water cooling jacket) 537 (22.6) mm (in) A0018072 Gammapilot M with water cooling jacket or collimator 537 (22.6) 12 (0.47) 164 (6.46) mm (in) A0018073 Without water cooling...
  • Page 15 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation 3.2.2 Installation conditions for level measurement Conditions • For level measurements the Gammapilot M is mounted vertically; if possible the detector head should point downwards. • The exit angle of the source container must be exactly aligned to the measuring range of the Gammapilot M.
  • Page 16 Installation Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 3.2.3 Installation conditions for level limit detection Conditions • For level limit detection, the Gammapilot M should be mounted horizontally at the height of the desired level limit. • The exit angle of the source container must be exactly aligned to the measuring range of the Gammapilot M.
  • Page 17 • If only horizontal pipes are accessible, the path of the ray should also be arranged horizontally to reduce the influence of air bubbles and sediments. • The Endress+Hauser clamping device ( ä 86, "Accessories") or an equivalent clamping device should be used for fastening the radiation source container and the Gammapilot M to the measuring tube.
  • Page 18 Installation Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 3.2.5 Empty pipe detection A0018077 Gammapilot M Monitoring detector FTG20 or FMG60 Mounting the FTG20 or FMG60 on the FMG60 for empty pipe detection If the pipe becomes empty as a result of operational processes, the radiation on the detector side can hit dangerous levels.

  • Page 19: Water Cooling

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation Water cooling For the versions of the Gammapilot with water cooling jacket, the following applies: • Material: 316L • Water connection: 2 x G 1/4"A, DIN ISO 228 • Inlet temperature: max. 40 °C (104 °F) •...

  • Page 20: Installation Check

    Installation Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 3.3.2 Required flow rate The required flow rate depends on • the ambient temperature at the water cooling jacket • the inlet temperature • the measuring range of the Gammapilot M Typical values are given in the following tables: Ambient temperature T = 75 °C (167 °F)

  • Page 21: Wiring

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Wiring Wiring Terminal compartments The Gammapilot M has got two terminal compartments: • Terminal compartment 1, for – Power supply – Signal output (depending on the instrument version) • Terminal compartment 2, for – Signal output (depending on the instrument version) –...

  • Page 22: Terminal Assignment

    Wiring Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Terminal assignment Terminal compartment 1 Terminal compartment 2 SIM WP PT100 9 10 11 12 IN CASCADE OUT A0018085 A0018084 90 to 253VAC, 18 to 36 VDC Terminal(s) Meaning Grounding of the cable screen...

  • Page 23: Fieldbus Connectors

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Wiring Terminal compartment for Feature 30 of the ordering information: Power supply wiring/output wiring Supply voltage Signal output Non-Ex; Non-Ex Ex e; Ex ia Ex e; Ex e Ex d (XP); Ex d (XP) Ex d (XP); Ex ia (IS) Dust-Ex;...

  • Page 24: Foundation Fieldbus Cable Specifications

    Wiring Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Foundation Fieldbus cable specifications Twisted, shielded pairs must be used. The cable specifications can be taken from the FF specification or IEC 61158-2. The following cable types can be used, for example: Non-Ex-area: • Siemens 6XV1 830-5BH10 •...

  • Page 25: Wiring In Terminal Compartment 1

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Wiring Wiring in terminal compartment 1 CAUTION Before connection please note the following: ‣ When using the instrument in hazardous areas, make sure to comply with national standards and the specifications in the Safety Instructions (XAs). Make sure you use the specified cable gland.

  • Page 26: Wiring In Terminal Compartment 2

    Wiring Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Wiring in terminal compartment 2 CAUTION Before connection please note the following: ‣ Connect potential matching line to transmitter ground terminal and to the ground terminal of the water cooling jacket (if present) before connecting up the instrument ("Potential equalization", ...

  • Page 27: Connecting The Remote Display And Operation Fhx40

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Wiring 4.10 Connecting the remote display and operation FHX40 The remote display and operating unit FHX40 is available as accessory. It is connected to the FHX40-connector of the Gammapilot M via the supplied cable. To do this, the housing of the Gammapilot M needs not to be opened.

  • Page 28: Wiring In Cascading Mode

    Wiring Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 4.11 Wiring in cascading mode N/L- L1/L+ AC/DC A0018091 Power supply (90 to 253V or 18 to 36V Junction box Master Slave End-Slave NOTICE For the positioning of the power switch according to IEC/EN 61010, there are two options: ‣...

  • Page 29: Measuring Solids Flow

    4.12 Measuring solids flow In conjunction with a density measuring device, such as Endress+Hauser' s "Gammapilot M", Promag 55S also determines the rate of solids with regard to the mass, volume or percentage content. The following order information is required for this purpose for Promag 55S: Order option for software function "Solids flow"...

  • Page 30: Operation

    • With a personal computer, Commubox FXA291 with ToF Adapter FXA291 (USB) and the operating program "FieldCare". FieldCare is a graphical operating software for devices from Endress+Hauser. It assists with commissioning, securing data, signal analysis and documentation of the measuring point.

  • Page 31: Display Operation

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation Display operation 5.2.1 Display and operating elements The LCD module VU331 for displaying and operating is inside the remote display and operating unit FHX40. The measured value can be read off through the FHX40 sight glass.
  • Page 32 Operation Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Function of the keys Key(s) Meaning Navigate upwards in the selection list. Edit numeric value within a function. Navigate downwards in the selection list. Edit numeric value within a function. Navigate to the left within a function group.
  • Page 33 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation 5.2.2 The operating menu Function code The functions of the Gammapilot M are arranged in an operating menu. To ensure easy orientation within the menu, a unique position code is indicated on the display for each function.
  • Page 34 Operation Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation using the onsite display VU331 ENDRESS + HAUSER E S C – E S C E S C E S C >3 s Basic setup Todays date Isotop Return to group selection Calibration...

  • Page 35: Alternative Operation Options

    FieldCare operating program 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...

  • Page 36: Lock/Unlock Configuration

    Operation Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Lock/unlock configuration 5.4.1 Software security locking Enter a number  2457 into the "unlock parameter" (*A4) function in the "diagnostics" (*A) function group.The symbol appears on the display. Changes are no longer possible. If you try to change a parameter, the device jumps to the "unlock parameter" (*A4) function.

  • Page 37: Foundation Fieldbus Interface

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation FOUNDATION Fieldbus interface 5.6.1 System architecture The following diagram shows two typical examples of a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network with the associated components. ENDRESS + HAUSER – A0018251 Fieldcare, Profiboard/Proficard Commubox FXA291 with ToF Adapter FXA291 FF link Computer operating tool (e.g.
  • Page 38 Operation Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 5.6.2 Hardware settings Two DIP switches in connection compartment 2 allow the hardware setting for write protection and the simulation function. A diagram in the connection compartment explains the position of the switches (ON and OFF)
  • Page 39 • Download the device descriptions (.ffo and .sym files) to the directory offered. • When the configuration is complete, close the tool and the FF stack (if open). The Gammapilot M device descriptions can be ordered directly from Endress+Hauser or downloaded from our website "www.endress.com". They contain all data necessary to operate Endress+Hauser Foundation Fieldbus devices.
  • Page 40 Operation Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus A click on the name expands the device tree to show the function blocks available for it: E+H_GAMMAPILOT_M_XXXXXXXXXXX RESOURCE_XXXXXX (RB2) TRANSDUCER_GAMMA_XXXXXX (TBG) DIAGNOSTIC_BLOCK_XXXXXX (DIAG) DISPLAY_BLOCK-XXXXXX (DISP) ANALOG_INPUT_1_XXXXXX (AI) ANALOG_INPUT_2_XXXXXX (AI) PID_XXXXXX(PID) AR_XXXXXX (AR) IS_XXXXXX (IS)
  • Page 41 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation 5.6.4 Block model of the Gammapilot M The Gammapilot M contains the following blocks: • Resource block (RB2) See Operating Instructions BA00013S/04/EN: "Foundation Fieldbus - Overview" • Transducer block (TB) Contains the parameters relevant to measurement •...
  • Page 42 Operation Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 5.6.5 Resource block E+H_GAMMAPILOT_M_XXXXXXXXXXX RESOURCE_XXXXXX (RB2) TRANSDUCER_XXXXXX (TBUL) ANALOG_INPUT_1_XXXXXX (AI) Operation The Resource block contains the parameters used to describe physical resources of the device. It has no linkable inputs or outputs. The Resource block is opened by clicking the "resource"...
  • Page 43 A complete description of all the configuration parameters can be found in Operating Instructions BA00287F/00/EN, "Gammapilot M FMG60 - Description of Device Functions". 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.
  • Page 44 Operation Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Parameter list of the Gammapilot M Transducer block Parameter Position rel. Variable Name Size Type Read Write Storage Indicator Index [bytes] Class EH_USONICLEVEL_CAL_BASIC Standard parameters ST_REV ST_REV UNSIGNED16 static TAG_DESC TAG_DESC OCTET_STRING static STRATEGY...
  • Page 45 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation Parameter Position rel. Variable Name Size Type Read Write Storage Indicator Index [bytes] Class Calibr. point level CALIBRATIONPOINTLEVEL ENUM8 non-vol. Value full TARGETVALUEFULL FLOAT non-vol. Calibration start stop CALIBRATIONSTARTSTOP ENUM8 non-vol. Full calib. pulse rate...
  • Page 46 Operation Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Parameter Position rel. Variable Name Size Type Read Write Storage Indicator Index [bytes] Class Simulation value (density) SIMULATIONVALUEDENSITY FLOAT non-vol. Simulation value (concentr.) SIMULATIONVALUECONCTR FLOAT non-vol. Unlock parameter OPERATIONCODEFFPA UNSIGNED16 non-vol. Pres. avg. pulse rate...
  • Page 47 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation 5.6.7 Diagnostic block E+H_GAMMAPILOT_M_XXXXXXXX TRANSDUCER_XXXXXX (TB) DIAGNOSTIC_XXXXXX (DIAG) DISPLAY_XXXXXX (DISP) Operation The Diagnostic block contains the error messages of the device. These parameters can also be read out and edited using the VU331 display module. The Diagnostic block is opened by clicking the "diagnostic"...
  • Page 48 Operation Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 5.6.8 Display block E+H_GAMMAPILOT_M_XXXXXXXX DIAGNOSTIC_XXXXXX (DIAG) DISPLAY_XXXXXX (DISP) ANALOG_INPUT_XXXXXX (AI) Operation The Display block contains the parameters required to configure the display module VU331 (which is contained in the remote display and operating unit FHX40). These parameters can also be read out and edited using the VU331 display module.
  • Page 49 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation 5.6.9 Analog Input block E+H_Gammapilot_M_XXXXXXXX RESOURCE_XXXXXX (RB2) TRANSDUCER_XXXXXX (TBUL) ANALOG_INPUT_1_XXXXXX (AI) The Analog Input block processes the signal output by the Transducer block and forwards it to the PLC or other function blocks. DIRECT...
  • Page 50 Operation Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Output values Parameter Description Either the primary/secondary output value of the Transducer block or a value associated with it. Comprises value and status. The primary value output as a result of executing the Analog Input block.
  • Page 51 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation Output response parameters Parameter Description LOW_CUT Not relevant to level measurement! Determines a threshold for square root linearization below which the output value is set to zero. PV_FTIME Sets the time constant for the output value.
  • Page 52 Operation Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Simulation The SIMULATE parameter allows the Transducer block output value to be simulated, provided simulation has also been enabled at the device DIP switch. The simulation must be enabled, a value and/or status entered and the block must be in AUTO mode. During simulation the Transducer block output value is substituted by the simulated value.
  • Page 53 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation 5.6.11 List of start indices Block Start Index Resource block Analog Input 1 function block Analog Input 2 function block PID function block Arithmetic function block Input Selector function block Signal Characterizer function block...

  • Page 54: Commissioning

    Commissioning Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning NOTICE This chapter describes the commissioning of the Gammapilot M using the operating module VU331 (which is located in the remote display and operating unit FHX40). Commissioning using the "FieldCare" or the "Field Xpert SFX100" is similar. For further instructions to the operating program "FieldCare"...
  • Page 55 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.1.1 Basic setup Step Function Entry or selection Comments See page  ä 60 Present date (*01) e.g. Set day with O and S ; 12.11.04 10:30 Confirm with F; The same applies for month, year,...
  • Page 56 Commissioning Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 6.1.2 Calibration for level measurement and limit detection NOTICE The fundamentals for calibrating for level measurement and level limit detection are described in "Calibration for level measurement and limit detection",  ä 66. Background calibration For details see "Background calibration", ...
  • Page 57 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning "Empty" or "free" calibration For details see "Full and empty calibration or covered and free calibration",  ä 71. Step Function Action/comments • The radiation remains switched on • Empty tank Level: max. 40%...
  • Page 58 Commissioning Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 6.1.3 Calibration for density and concentration measurements NOTICE The fundamentals for calibrating for density and concentration measurement are described in "Basic principles",  ä 75. Background calibration For details see "Background calibration",  ä 77.

  • Page 59: Switching On The Device

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning Switching on the device NOTICE Error messages A165 "electronics defect" and A635 "present date not defined" The Gammapilot M contains 2 real-time clocks for the decay compensation, which are permanently compared to each other for safety reasons. In order to bridge voltage interruptions, the clocks are buffered with a capacitor.

  • Page 60: Basic Setup

    Commissioning Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Basic setup 6.3.1 "Present date" (*01) On-site display Meaning Present date Date and time of the basic setup are specified in this function. Each of these values must be confirmed by "E" after it has been 17.11.04...
  • Page 61 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.3.4 "Operating mode" (*04) On-site display Meaning Operating mode This function is used to specify in which operating mode the Gammapilot M will be used.  Stand alone Master Slave NOTICE The selection can be performed only once and the function is automatically locked after that.
  • Page 62 Commissioning Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 6.3.5 "Measurement mode" (*05) On-site display Meaning Meas. mode This function is used to select the desired measuring mode.  Level Limit Density Further options: • Level measurement (continuous) • Level limit detection • Density measurement (with temperature compensation if required) •...
  • Page 63 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.3.6 "Density unit" (*06) On-site display Meaning Density unit This function is needed for density and concentration measure- ments only. It is used to select the density unit.  g/cm3 lb/gal Further options: • g/cm •...
  • Page 64 Commissioning Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 6.3.10 "Pipe diameter" (*0A) On-site display Meaning Pipe diam. This function is needed for density and concentration measure- ments only. It is used to specify the irradiated measuring path 200 mm L. With standard installation, this value is identical to the inner pipe diameter D .
  • Page 65 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.3.11 "Output damping" (*0B) On-site display Meaning This function is used to specify the output damping (in Output damping seconds) by which changes of the measured value are attenua- 60 s ted. After a surge in the level or density it takes 5 x until the new measured value is reached.

  • Page 66: Calibration For Level Measurement And Limit

    Commissioning Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Calibration for level measurement and limit detection 6.4.1 Basic principles The calibration points for the measurement are entered in the "calibration" (*1) function group. Each calibration point consists of a level and the associated pulse rate.
  • Page 67 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning Empty calibration Refers to the following situation: • The radiation is switched on. • Within the measuring range, the vessel is emptied as far as possible (ideally: 0%, maximum 40%). Calibration points for limit detection...
  • Page 68 That is, not only the level but also the associated pulse rate must be entered by the user. For details concerning the calculation of the count rate please refer to your Endress+Hauser sales organization. NOTICE Calibration date and calibration ‣...
  • Page 69 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.4.2 Background calibration Excerpt from the operating menu The following excerpt from the operating menu shows how the background calibration is entered. The individual functions are explained in the sections below. Backgr. calibr. avg. pulse rate bgr.
  • Page 70 Commissioning Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus "Avg. pulse rate" (*11) On-site display Meaning The average pulse rate is displayed in this function (after selec- Avg. pulse rate tion of "start" in the previous function). Initially, this value fluc- 186 cps tuates (because of the decay statistics), but due to the integra- tion it reaches an average value in the course of time.
  • Page 71 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.4.3 Full and empty calibration or covered and free calibration Excerpt from the operating menu The following excerpt from the operating menu shows how the full and empty calibration (for level measurements) or the covered and free calibration (for level limit detection) are entered.
  • Page 72 Commissioning Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus "Value full" (*14) / "Value empty" (*17) On-site display Meaning These functions are needed for level measurements only. value full They are used to specify the level at which the full or empty 100% calibration are performed.
  • Page 73 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning "Avg. pulse rate" (*11) On-site display Meaning The average pulse rate is displayed in this function (after avg. pulse rate selection of "start" in the previous function). Initially, this value 2548 cps fluctuates (because of the decay statistics), but due to the integration it reaches an average value in the course of time.
  • Page 74 Commissioning Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus "Next point" (*19) On-site display Meaning This function is used to specify, if a further calibration point is next point to be entered or not.  Options: • no This option must be selected after both calibration points have been entered. After this selection the Gammapilot M returns to the group selection and the calibration is completed.

  • Page 75: Calibration For Density And Concentration Measurements

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning Calibration for density and concentration measurements 6.5.1 Basic principles The calibration points for the measurement are entered in the "calibration" (*1) function group. Each calibration point consists of a density value and the associated pulse rate.
  • Page 76 Commissioning Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Multiple-point calibration The multiple-point calibration is recommended particularly for measurements in a large density area or for especially exact measurements. Up to 9 calibration points can be used about the whole measuring range. The calibration points should be located as far from each other as possible and should be uniformly distributed over the measuring range.
  • Page 77 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.5.2 Background calibration Excerpt from the operating menu The following excerpt from the operating menu shows how the background calibration is entered. The individual functions are explained in the sections below. backgr. calib. avg. pulse rate bgr.
  • Page 78 Commissioning Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus "Avg. pulse rate" (*11) On-site display Meaning The average pulse rate is displayed in this function (after selec- avg. pulse rate tion of "start" in the previous function). 186 cps Initially, this value fluctuates (because of the decay statistics), but due to the integration it reaches an average value in the course of time.
  • Page 79 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.5.3 Calibration points Excerpt from the operating menu The following excerpt from the operating menu shows, how the density calibration points are entered. The individual functions are explained in the sections below. The functions are only accessible after the background calibration has been performed.
  • Page 80 Commissioning Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus "Calibration start stop" (*15) On-site display Meaning This function is used to start the automatic entering of the calibration selected calibration point. stop/edit start Options: • stop/edit This option must be selected if – the calibration point is not to be entered (e.g. because it has already been entered). The pulse rate of the calibration point is then displayed in the following function "density...
  • Page 81 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning "Density calibration" (*1B) On-site display Meaning The pulse rate of the respective calibration point is displayed in density calibr. this function. The display value must be confirmed by pressing 1983 cps "E". "-1" indicates, that no pulse rate is present yet. In this case there are two options: •...
  • Page 82 Commissioning Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus "Absorption coefficient" (*1E) On-site display Meaning This function displays the absorption coefficient which results absorp. coeff. from the currently active calibration points. The displayed 7.70 mm2/g value should be used for plausibility checking. NOTICE If only one calibration point is currently active, the absorption coefficient is not calculated.

  • Page 83: Density Measurement

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.5.4 Linearization (for concentration measurements) If the concentration is to be measured in a unit other than the "density unit" (*06), a linearization must be performed after the calibration. This can be done in the "Linearization"...

  • Page 84: Maintenance And Repairs

    Repairs to Ex-approved devices When carrying out repairs to Ex-approved devices, please note the following: • Repairs to Ex-approved devices may only be carried out by Endress+Hauser Service in Endress+Hauser workshops. • Comply with the prevailing standards, national Ex-area regulations, safety instructions (XA) and certificates.

  • Page 85: Return

    The measuring device must be returned if repairs of a factory calibration are required, or if the wrong measuring device has been ordered or delivered. According to legal regulations, Endress+Hauser, an ISO-certified company, is required to follow certain procedures when handling returned products that are in contact with medium.

  • Page 86: Accessories

    Commubox FXA291 The Commubox FXA291 connects Endress+Hauser field devices with a CDI interface (Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface) and the USB port of a computer or laptop. For details, see TI00405C/07/EN. For Gammapilot M, you also need the "ToF adapter FXA291" accessory.

  • Page 87: Remote Display Fhx40

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Accessories Remote display FHX40 8.4.1 Dimensions 120 (4.72) 88(3.46) 82 (3.23) 118 (4.65) 96 (3.78) max. 80 (3.15) min. 30 (1.18) mm (in) A0018138 Wall-mounting (without mounting bracket) Gammapilot M Cable Pipe-mounting (mounting bracket and plate supplied optionally)
  • Page 88 Accessories Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 8.4.3 Technical data (cable and housing) Max. cable length 20 m (66 ft) (fixed length including the cast-on plugs) Temperature range Temperature class T5: -40 to +75 °C (-40 to +167 °F) Temperature class T6: -40 to +60 °C (-40 to +140 °F) Degree of protection IP65/67 (housing);...

  • Page 89: Mounting Device Fhg60 (For Level Measurement And Level Limit Measurement)

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Accessories Mounting device FHG60 (for level measurement and level limit measurement) 8.5.1 Dimensions 88 (3.46) øD M6x80-A2 M6x20-A2 øC max. 6 Nm 116 (4.57) (4.42 lbf ft) 88 (3.46) 63 (2.48) mm (in) A0018139 Spacing as large as possible ...
  • Page 90 Accessories Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 8.5.2 Application hints Allowed Preferred A0018141 Level measurement, FMG60 without water jacket Level measurement, FMG60 with water jacket Level limit measurement, FMG60 without water jacket Level limit measurement, FMG60 with water jacket Such horizontal mounting not permitted ...

  • Page 91: Clamping Device For Density Measurement Fhg61

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Accessories Clamping device for density measurement FHG61 For details, see • KA00261F/00/A2 clamping device supplementary set for pipes with diagonal irradiation, 50-220 mm in diameter • KA00262F/00/A2 clamping device for pipes with 50-220 mm diameter •...

  • Page 92: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Troubleshooting System error messages 9.1.1 Error signal Errors occurring during commissioning or operation are signaled in the following way: • Error symbol, error code and error description on the display and operating module • Foundation Fieldbus signal, configurable ("output on alarm (*20) function): –...
  • Page 93 A110 checksum error call Endress+Hauser Service A111 electronics defect switch device off/on; if error still is present: call Endress+Hauser service or exchange transmitter A113 electronics defect switch device off/on; if error still is present: call Endress+Hauser service or exchange transmitter...
  • Page 94 Troubleshooting Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Code Description Remedy W640 SIL lock device SIL_locking not completed W642 I_back calibration running calibration of the current readback path active A631 background not calibrated perform background calibration ("calibration" (*1) function group) A632 full/covered not calibrated perform full/covered calibration ("calibration"...

  • Page 95: Possible Calibration Errors

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Troubleshooting Possible calibration errors Error Possible cause and remedy Pulse rate too low at • Radiation source switched off  empty vessel Switch on source at the source container • Incorrect alignment of radiation beam ...

  • Page 96: Technical Data

    Technical data Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Technical data 10.1 Additional technical data For the technical data, please refer to the Technical Information TI00363F/00/EN. 10.2 Documentation This supplementary documentation can be found on our product pages at www.endress.com. • Technical Information (TI00363F/00/EN) •...
  • Page 97 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Technical data Certificates Allocation to the option, see "Ordering information" General Approval Type of protection/level of protection Power supply wiring/ Output Approval Feature 010 Output wiring (Communication) number Option 030 Option 040 Non-hazardous area 1, 2, 3 ...
  • Page 98 Technical data Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Approval number: KEMA 04 ATEX 1153 Approval Type of protection/level of protection Power supply wiring/ Output Approval Feature 010 Output wiring (Communication) number Option 030 Option 040 XA00303F 2, 3 XA00332F II 2(1) G Ex de [ia Ga] IIC T6 Gb...
  • Page 99 Option 040 TIIS Ex d [ia] IIC T6 BA00236F CE mark The measuring system meets the legal requirements of the EC-guidelines. Endress+Hauser confirms the device passing the required tests by attaching the CE-mark. GOST Approval for GOST available. Overfill protection WHG for level limit detection.

  • Page 100: Appendix

    Appendix Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Appendix 11.1 Operating menu for level measurements operating mode basic setup todays date beam type isotope slave dd.mm.yy hh:mm standard / cont. 137Cs modulated 60 Co end slave no compens. not defined stand alone * in preparation meas.
  • Page 101 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Appendix output damping 1 … 999 s Default: 6 s calibration avg. pulse rate full calibr . start -1: not calibrated stop/edit next point calibration avg. pulse rate empty calibr . start -1: not calibrated...

  • Page 102: Operating Menu For Level Limit Detection

    Appendix Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 11.2 Operating menu for level limit detection basic setup todays date beam type isotope operating mode dd.mm.yy hh:mm standard / cont. 137Cs slave modulated 60 Co end slave no compens. not defined * in preparation stand alone meas.
  • Page 103 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Appendix output damping 1 … 999 s Default: 6 s calibration avg. pulse rate S1 1 full calibr . start -1: not calibrated stop/edit next point calibration avg. pulse rate S1 1 empty calibr .

  • Page 104: Operating Menu For Density And Concentration

    Appendix Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 11.3 Operating menu for density and concentration measurements operating mode basic setup todays date beam type isotope dd.mm.yy hh:mm slave standard / cont. 137Cs end slave 60 Co modulated not defined no compens. stand alone meas.
  • Page 105 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Appendix density unit min. density max. density pipe diam. unit pipe diam. outp. damp. *0B g/cm3 1 … 999 s Default: 60 s … next point density calibr . density value calibr . point absorp. coef f ref.

  • Page 106: Index

    Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Index Symbols Display operation ......31, 34 Display symbols ........31 *01 - Present date .
  • Page 107 Gammapilot M FMG60 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Radiation protection ....... 5 Recalibration ........76 Repair .
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