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Endress+Hauser Fieldbus Levelflex M FMP41C Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
Levelflex M FMP41C
Run Time Measurement
9
BA278F/00/EN/08.09
No. 71102351
Valid as of software version:
01.04.zz

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Levelflex M FMP41C Run Time Measurement BA278F/00/EN/08.09 No. 71102351 Valid as of software version: 01.04.zz...
  • Page 2 Commissioning via Endress+Hauser operating program In the "Commissioning" section, you learn how to switch on the device and check the functioning. Additional information on the operation via the Endress+Hauser operating program (FieldCare) can be found in Operating Instructions BA027S/04. Æ...
  • Page 3 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Brief overview 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.
  • Page 4 Brief overview Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Endress + Hauser...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Recommended connection ....26 Contact addresses of Endress+Hauser ... 84 Degree of protection ..... . . 26 Post-connection check .

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Safety instructions Designated use The Levelflex M FMP41C 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 7: Notes On Safety Conventions And Icons

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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. Safety conventions Warning! A warning highlights actions or procedures which, if not performed correctly, will lead to personal...

  • Page 8: Identification

    2.1.1 Nameplate The following technical data are given on the instrument nameplate: Order No Designation according to Directive 94/9/EC (see Order Information) and designation of protection ENDRESS+HAUSER Made in Germany Serial number LEVELFLEX-M D-79689 Maulburg Order Code: Ser.-No.: IP68 / NEMA 6P...
  • Page 9 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Identification Probe: ..mm, rope PFA>316, 300mm, Center rod, nozzle height max 300mm C ..mm, rope PFA>316, 450mm, Center rod, nozzle height max 450mm D ..inch, rope PFA>316, 6inch, Center rod, nozzle height max 6inch ..
  • Page 10 Identification Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Cable Entry: Gland M20 (EEx d > thread M20) Thread G1/2 Thread NPT1/2 Plug M12 Plug 7/8" Special version, to be specified Additional options: A Basic version C EN10204-3.1 material, pressurized, (316/316L pressurized) inspection certificate H * 5-point, linearity protocol K * 5-point, 3.1, pressurized, 5-point linearity protocol, see additional spec.,...

  • Page 11: 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 12: Installation

    Installation Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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. 3.1.2 Transport "...

  • Page 13: Installation Conditions

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation Installation conditions 3.2.1 Dimensions Housing dimensions Dimensions for the process connection and the probe type → ä 14. max. 110 ENDRESS+HAUSER F12 housing (Aluminium) L00-F12xxxx-06-00-00-en-001 max. 100 ENDRESS+HAUSER T12 housing (Aluminium) L00-T12xxxx-06-00-00-en-001 max. 94...
  • Page 14 4 x Ø 8,5 Option “4”: remote electronic side entry Ø 21.3 Ø 76 Ø 76 Ø 81 1 ½"/2"/3" Flange DN 40…200 Endress+Hauser Clamp DN 50 or equivalent universal dairy coupling adapter Ø 42 Ø 60 reference point of...

  • Page 15: Installation

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation Installation 3.3.1 Mounting kit In addition to the tool needed for flange mounting, you will require the following tool: • 4 mm 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 16 Installation Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 3.3.3 General instructions Normally use rod or coax probes for liquids. Rope probes are used in liquids for measuring ranges > 4m and with restricted ceiling clearance which does not allow the installation of rigid probes. Mounting location •...
  • Page 17 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 18 Installation Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 19 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 20 Installation for difficult to access process connections Installation with remote electronic • Follow installation instructions on → ä 16 • Mount housing on a wall or pipe as shown in the diagram. wall ENDRESS+HAUSER Levelflex M 4 x Ø 8,5 ENDRESS+HAUSER Levelflex M pipe Note min.

  • Page 21: Post-Installation Check

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 22: Wiring

    Before connection please note the following: FOUNDATION Fieldbus devices are marked on the nameplate (1). The voltage is determined by the FOUNDATION Fieldbus Caution! ENDRESS+HAUSER Made in Germany LEVELFLEX-M standard and the desired safety concept. (e.g. FISCO). D-79689 Maulburg Order Code: Ser.-No.:...
  • Page 23 Wiring in T12 housing " Before connection please note the following: FOUNDATION Fieldbus devices are marked on the nameplate (1). The voltage is determined by the Caution! ENDRESS+HAUSER Made in Germany LEVELFLEX-M FOUNDATION Fieldbus standard and the desired safety D-79689 Maulburg Order Code: concept.
  • Page 24 Wiring Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Wiring with FOUNDATION Fieldbus connector " Before connection please note the following: ENDRESS+HAUSER Made in Germany LEVELFLEX-M D-79689 Maulburg ● Foundation Fieldbus devices are marked on the Order Code: Ser.-No.: IP68 / NEMA 6P nameplate (1).

  • Page 25: Connecting The Measuring Unit

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 Clamping area Standard, Ex ia, IS...

  • Page 26: Recommended Connection

    Wiring Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Overvoltage protection If the measuring device is used for the level measurement in flammable liquids which requires the use of an overvoltage protection according to DIN EN 60079-14, standard for testprocedures DIN IEC 60060-1 (10 kA, Puls 8/20 μs) it has to be ensured that •...

  • Page 27: Operation

    •Chap. 5.1 Quick operation guide •Chap. 5.2 Operation with the display and operating module VU331 •Chap. 5.3 Operation with an Endress+Hauser operating program •Chap. 5.4 Operation with a FOUNDATION Fieldbus configuration program •Chap. 5.5 Operation with the handheld terminal Field Communicator 375/FC375...
  • Page 28 On-site operation Options for on-site operation •Display and operating module VU331 •Endress+Hauser operating software ("FieldCare") Parameter access by on-site operation The following parameters can be accessed by on-site operation: •Parameters of the instrument specific blocks (Sensor Block, Diagnostic Block, Display Block) •Endress+Hauser service parameters...

  • Page 29: Operation With The Display And Operating Module Vu331

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation Operation with the display and operating module VU331 The LCD module VU 331 for display and operation is located beneath the housing cover. The measured value is legible through the glass in the cover. Open the cover to operate the instrument. (liquid crystal display) Orde Orde...
  • Page 30 Operation Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 5.2.2 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 instrument is in an alarm state. If the symbol flashes, this indicates a warning.
  • Page 31 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation 5.2.4 The operating menu Function codes For easy orientation within the function menus, for each function a position is shown on the display. L00-FMRxxxxx-07-00-00-de-005 The first two digits identify the function group: •basic setup •safety settings •linearisation .
  • Page 32 Operation Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Navigation within the menu ENDRESS + HAUSER – >3 s Return to basic setup medium property tank shape Group Selection safety settings Standard aluminium tank length calibr. plastic tank bypass / pipe linearisation coax probe concrete wall L00-FMU4xxxx-19-00-00-en-020...

  • Page 33: Operation With An Endress+Hauser Operating Program

    Operation with an Endress+Hauser operating program 5.3.1 FieldCare FieldCare is an Endress+Hauser asset management tool based on FDT technology. With FieldCare, you can configure all Endress+Hauser instruments as well as instruments from other manufacturers that support the FDT standard. The following operating systems are supported: Win2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista.
  • Page 34 Operation Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Menu-guided commissioning L00-FMP4xxxx-20-00-00-en-001 Signal analysis via envelope curve L00-FMP4xxxx-20-00-00-en-007 Endress + Hauser...
  • Page 35 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation Tank linearisation L00-fmp-Ixxx-20-00-00-en-041 Endress + Hauser...

  • Page 36: Operation With A Foundation Fieldbus Configuration Program

    *.cff The directory names have the following meaning: •452B48: manufacturer ID of Endress+Hauser •1012: ID-Code of Levelflex M "Instrument Revision" (0C3) and "DD Revision" (0C4) can be obtained through the display and operating module VU331. For details refer to section 5.2: "Oper- ation with the display and operating module VU331"...

  • Page 37: Operation With The Handheld Terminal Field Communicator 375/Fc375

    A FOUNDATION Fieldbus configuration tool offers two types of parameter representation: •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 with the handheld terminal Field Communicator 375/FC375 5.5.1...
  • Page 38 CANCEL HELP Page Delete dsdmdm df das. asdas fa asas la. basic setup Levelflex M E+H_LEVELFLEX_M_XXXXXX tank properties: standard Endress+Hauser Device Revision 4 standard Block Tag Block Type Actual Mode aluminium tank RESOURCE... RES_BL... Auto plastic tank SENSOR_B... Custom bypass / pipe DIAGNOSTI...

  • Page 39: Commissioning

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning Commissioning This chapter consists of the following sections: • Chap. 6.1 "Function check" • Chap. 6.2 "Unlocking the instrument" • Chap. 6.3 "Resetting the instrument" • Chap. 6.4 "Basic setup" • Chap. 6.5 "Basic Setup with the VU331" •...
  • Page 40 Enter "2457". Now parameters can be changed. Parameters affected Locking by the key combination affects the following parameters: • Parameters of the instrument 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.

  • Page 41: Resetting The Instrument

    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-007 Performing the reset Resource Block, parameter RESTART; select the option "defaults". 6.3.2 Resetting the parameters of the transducer blocks " Caution! A reset may lead to impairment of the measurement. As a rule, a basic calibration is required after a reset.
  • Page 42 – "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).

  • Page 43: Basic Setup

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 setting in 033 safety settings F = full calibr.
  • Page 44 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus The Levelflex is precalibrated at the factory to the probe length ordered so that in most cases only the application parameters, which automatically adapt the instrument to the measuring conditions, need the entered. For models with a current output, the factory calibration for zero point and span F is 4 mA and 20 mA, for digital outputs and the display module 0 % and 100 %.

  • Page 45: Basic Setup With The Vu331

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning Basic Setup with the VU331 6.5.1 Power up instrument When the instrument 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 46 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 6.5.2 Function group "basic setup" (00) ENDRESS + HAUSER ⇒ – Function " tank properties" (002) ENDRESS + HAUSER ⇒ – This function is used to select the tank properties. Selection: • standard •...
  • Page 47 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning concrete wall The "concrete wall" option takes into account the signal-damping property of concrete walls when mounting with < 1 m distance to the wall. Function "medium property" (003) ENDRESS + HAUSER ⇒ –...
  • Page 48 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 49 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 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. Selection: •...
  • Page 50 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Function "determine lenght" (034) ENDRESS + HAUSER ⇒ – Use this function, the probe length can be determined automatically.Due tu the mounting conditions, the automatically determined probe length may be larger than the actual probe (typically 20 ...
  • Page 51 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning Function "full calibr." (006) ENDRESS + HAUSER ⇒ – This function is used to enter the distance from the minimum level to the maximum level (=span). 100% F = full calibration (= span) F max = E –...
  • Page 52 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Funktion "Distanz prüfen" (051) ENDRESS + HAUSER ⇒ – This function triggers the mapping of interference echoes. To do so, the measured distance must be compared with the actual distance to the product surface. The following options are available for selection: Selection: •...
  • Page 53 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 54 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 55: Blocking Distance

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 56 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Maximum measured error Typical values under reference operating conditions: DIN EN 61298-2, percentage values with reference to the span. Output: Digital Analog Sum of non-linearity, measuring range: ± 0.06 % non-repeatability – up to 10 m: ±5 mm and hysteresis –...

  • Page 57: Envelope Curve

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning Envelope curve After the basic setup, an evaluation of the measurement with the aid of the envelope curve ("envelope curve" (0E) function group) is recommended. 6.7.1 Funxtion "plot settings" (0E1) In this function, select whether you want to display •...
  • Page 58 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Check that the following conditions are fulfilled: • The echo quality at the end of measuring range should be at least 10dB. • There should be practically no interference echoes in front of the level signal. Note! If the cyclical envelope curve display is still active on the display, the measured value is updated at a slower cycle time.
  • Page 59 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.7.8 Navigation in the envelope curve display Using navigation, the envelope curve can be scaled horizontally and vertically and shifted to the left or the right. The active navigation mode is indicated by a symbol in the top left hand corner of the display.

  • Page 60: Basic Setup With The Endress+Hauser Operating Program

    The set increases and shifts are retained. Only when you reactivate the "recording curve" (0E2) function the display settings return to their standard values. Basic setup with the Endress+Hauser operating program To carry out the basic setup with the operating program, proceed as follows: •...
  • Page 61 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 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 62 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 63 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 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 64 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 65 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 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 66: Commissioning With A Foundation Fieldbus Configuration Tool

    For commissioning of the instrument with a FOUNDATION Fieldbus configuration tool you need to know the INSTRUMENT_ID, which consists of the following parts: Instrument_ID = 452B481012-XXXXXXXX whereby: 452B48 ID code for Endress+Hauser 1012 ID code for Levelflex M XXXXXXXX Instrument serial number, as printed on the nameplate 6.9.1 Fist setup Open the configuration tool and load the Instrument Descriptions (*.ffo, *.sym and - if...
  • Page 67 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.9.2 Parametrization of the Resource Block (Start Index: 400) Enter the desired block name (optional). Factory setting: RESOURCE_XXXXXXXX Opern the Resource Block On delivery, write protection is disabled so that you can access the write parameters via FOUNDATION Fieldbus.
  • Page 68 – by the display and operating module VU331 (see section 6.4.5) – by an Endress+Hauser operating program (see section 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.
  • Page 69 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.9.4 Parametrization of the Analog Input Blocks Levelflex M has two Analog Input Blocks that can be assigned to the various process variables. The following descripiton provides an example for the Analog Input Block 1 (Start Index 500). Enter the desired block name (optional).
  • Page 70 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus In addition to the limit values you must also specify the action taken if a limit value is exceeded using the alarm priorities (parameters HI_HI_PRI, HI_PRI, LO_PRI, LO_LO_PRI). Reporting to the the fieldbus host system only takes place if the alarm priority is higher than 2. For details refer to section 11.7 in the Appendix.

  • Page 71: Commissioning With The Handheld Terminal Field Communicator 375/Fc375

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.10 Commissioning with the handheld terminal Field Communicator 375/FC375 The steps of the commissioning procedure are the same as with a FOUNDATION Fieldbus configuration tool (→ Chap. 6.9). The blocks should be parametrized in the following order: •...

  • Page 72: 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 (see Chap. 9.4 "Spare Parts" → ä 82). Please contact Endress+Hauser Service for further information on service and spare parts.

  • Page 73: Accessories

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Accessories 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).

  • Page 74: Remote Display And Operation Fhx40

    Accessories Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Remote display and operation FHX40 Micropilot M Wall-mounting Pipe-mounting Levelflex M (without mounting bracket) (mounting bracket and plate Prosonic M e r . e r . supplied optionally, s. product structure) o . : o .

  • Page 75: Centering Disk

    Order-no. 71069065 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 TI405C/07/en. Note! For the following Endress+Hauser instruments you need the "ToF Adapter FXA291" as an additional accessory: •...

  • Page 76: Tof Adapter Fxa291

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus ToF Adapter FXA291 The ToF Adapter FXA291 connects the Commubox FXA291 via the USB interface of a personal computer or a notebook to the following Endress+Hauser instruments: • Cerabar S PMC71, PMP7x • Deltabar S PMD7x, FMD7x •...

  • Page 77: Trouble-Shooting

    Connect the plug Display works? Ready of the display. correctly The display is possibly defective. Output current between 3.6 …22mA ? Contact Endress+Hauser Service Communication via Service adapter Not ok Check configuration Correct configuration Ready Communication ok? does not function...

  • Page 78: System Error Messages

    Trouble-shooting Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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, PROM defect exchange electronics...
  • Page 79 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Trouble-shooting Code Description Possible cause Remedy W601 linearisation ch1 curve not linearization not monotonously increasing correct linearisation table monotone W611 less than 2 linearisation number of entered linearization points < 2 correct linearisation table points for channel 1 W621 simulation ch.

  • Page 80: Application Errors

    Trouble-shooting Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 78) has occurred. error messages (→ ä 78) →...
  • Page 81 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Trouble-shooting Device displays a Incorrect probe length 1. Carry out automatic probe length level when the detection when the tank is tank is empty. 100% empty. 2. Carry out mapping over entire probe when the tank is empty (probe free!).

  • Page 82: Spare Parts

    Trouble-shooting Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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. Click "Instruments".

  • Page 83: Return

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 84: Software History

    10.2008 01.04.04 Function "LAS" improved BA278F/00/EN/03.09 ---- 71074805 BA278F/00/EN/08.09 71102351 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 85: Technical Data

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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. on → ä 14) and the Measured variable product surface. Subject to the input empty distance (E, see Fig. on → ä 108), the level is calculated. Alternatively, the level can be converted by means of linearisation (32 points) into other variables (volume, mass).
  • Page 86 Technical data Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Virtual communication references (VCRs) Permanent Entries Client VCRs Server VCRs Source VCRs Sink VCRs Subscriber VCRs Publisher VCRs Link Settings Slot time Min. Inter PDU delay Max. response delay Transducer Blocks Block Content Output values Sensor Block...
  • Page 87 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Technical data Block Content Execution time Functionality Signal Characte- The signal characterizer block has two sections, each 40 ms standard rizer Block with an output that is a non-linear function of the respective input. The non-linear function is determined by a single look-up table with 21 arbitrary x-y pairs.
  • Page 88 Technical data Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 10.1.4 Performance characteristics Reference operating • Temperature = +20 °C (68 °F) ±5 °C (9 °F) conditions • Pressure = 1013 mbar abs. (14.7 psia) ±20 mbar (0.3 psi) • Humidity = 65 % ±20% •...
  • Page 89 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Technical data 10.1.5 Operating conditions: Environment Ambient temperature range Ambient temperature for the transmitter: -40 °C ... +80 °C (-40 °F … +176 °F) The functionality of the LCD display may be limited for temperatures Ta<-20 °C and Ta>+60 °C.
  • Page 90 +200° C [392 °F] measured here For FMP41C with Endress+Hauser adapter 43 mm: 0 °C ... 150 °C (32 °F...302 °F). Lateral load-bearing capacity of the rod probe: 30 Nm Process pressure limits All models: Vacuum up to -1...40 bar (585,9psi) (over the entire temperature range).
  • Page 91 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Technical data 10.1.7 Mechanical construction Tolerance of probe length Rod probes over 1 m / 3.2 ft 3 m / 9.8 ft 6 m / 20 ft up to 1 m / 3.2 ft 3 m / 9.8 ft 6 m / 20 ft admissible tolerance (mm / inch)
  • Page 92 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...
  • Page 93 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. 3A approval Under development.

  • Page 94: Appendix

    Appendix Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Appendix 11.1 Operating menu FOUNDATION Fieldbus basic setup tank properties medium cond. process proper. determine length empty calibr. end of probe 030 see Function group “leghth adjustment 03” enter value standard unknown standard aluminium tank DC: 1.4 …...
  • Page 95 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 96: Description Of Functions

    Appendix Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 11.2 Description of functions Note! A detailed description of the function groups, functions and parameters is given in the documentation BA245F – "Description of the instrument functions" on the enclosed CD-ROM. 11.3 Block model of the Levelflex M The Micropilot M contains the follwoing blocks: •...

  • Page 97: Resource Block

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Appendix 11.4 Resource block The resource block contains the parameters used to describe physical resources of the device. It has no linkable inputs or outputs. 11.4.1 Operation The resource block is opened by a click on the resource line. If the NI-FBUS Configurator is being used, a series of file tabs appears on the screen.

  • Page 98: Sensor Block

    Appendix Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 11.5 Sensor Block The Sensor Block contains the parameters required to calibrate the device. These parameters can also be addressed by using the VU331 display module. The calibration of the device is described in Chapter 6.
  • Page 99 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Appendix 11.5.5 Methods The FOUNDATION Fieldbus specification provides for the use of so-called methods to simplify the operation of the device. A method is an interactive sequence of steps that must be followed in order to obtain a particular function from the device.
  • Page 100 Appendix Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Parameter Position rel. Variable Name Size Type Access Storage Changeable Indicator Index [bytes] Class in Mode ackn. alarm PARACKNOWLEDGEALARM Unsigned8 dynamic Auto, OOS broken probe det PARBROKENPROBEDETECTION Unsigned8 static level/ullage PARLEVELULLAGEMODE Unsigned8 static linearisation PARLINEARISATION Unsigned8...

  • Page 101: Diagnostic Block

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Appendix 11.6 Diagnostic Block 11.6.1 Operation The diagnostic block contains the error messages of the instrument. These parameters can also be addressed by using the VU331 display module. The diagnostic block is opened by clicking on the "diagnostic" line. Parameter changes from the tool are made off-line while the device is operating.

  • Page 102: Display Block

    Appendix Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 11.7 Display Block 11.7.1 Operation The display block contains the parameters required to parametrise the display module VU331 (which is contained in the remote display and operating unit FHX40). These parameters can also be addressed by using the VU331 display module.

  • Page 103: Analog Input Block

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Appendix 11.8 Analog input block The analog input block conditons the signal output by the Sensor block and outputs signal to the PCL or other function blocks. L00-FMR2xxxx-05-00-00-en-008 11.8.1 Operation The resource block is opened by a click on the resource line. Parameter changes from the tool are made off-line while the device is operating.
  • Page 104 Appendix Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 11.8.3 Output values Parameter Description Either the primary/secondary Sensor block value used to execute the block or a process value associated with it. Comprises value and status. The primary value output as a result of executing the analog input block. Comprises value and status.
  • Page 105 Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Appendix 11.8.5 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. 11.8.6 Alarm parameters Parameter...

  • Page 106: Checklist For Commissioning

    Appendix Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 11.8.9 Simulation The SIMULATE parameter allows the Sensor 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 Sensor output value is substituted by the simulated value.

  • Page 107: List Of Start Indices

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Appendix 11.10 List of start indices The following list indicates the start indices for all blocks and objects: Object Start Index Object Dictionary Object Start Index Resource Block Analog Input 1 Function Block Analog Input 2 Function Block PID Function Block Arithmetic Function Block Input Selector Function Block...

  • Page 108: 11.11 Function And System Design

    Appendix Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus 11.11 Function and system design 11.11.1 Measuring principle The Levelflex is a "downward-looking" measuring system that functions according to the ToF method (ToF = Time of Flight). The distance from the reference point (process connection of the measuring device →...
  • Page 109 • with a Personal Computer, FXA291 and ToF Adapter FXA291 (USB) and the operating software "FieldCare". The FieldCare is a graphical operating software for instruments from Endress+Hauser that operate based on the time-of-flight principle (radar, ultrasonic, guided micro-impulse). It assists with commissioning, securing data, signal analysis and documentation of the measuring point.

  • Page 110: Index

    Levelflex M FMP41C with FOUNDATION Fieldbus Index Index Abgleich leer ........50 Nameplate .
  • Page 111 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 112 www.endress.com/worldwide BA278F/00/EN/08.09 No. 71102351 CCS/FM+SGML 6.0/ProMoDo 71102351...

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