Summary of Contents for Endress+Hauser Levelflex FMP51 Modbus
Page 1
Operating Instructions pertaining to the device. Detailed information about the device can be found in the Operating Instructions and the other documentation: Available for all device versions via: • Internet: www.endress.com/deviceviewer • Smart phone/tablet: Endress+Hauser Operations App...
Associated documentation Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Associated documentation Order code: XXXXX-XXXXXX Ser. no.: XXXXXXXXXXXX Ext. ord. cd.: XXX.XXXX.XX Serial number www.endress.com/deviceviewer Endress+Hauser Operations App A0023555 About this document Symbols 2.1.1 Safety symbols DANGER This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation will result in serious or fatal injury.
Page 3
Levelflex FMP51 Modbus About this document WARNING This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation can result in serious or fatal injury. CAUTION This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation can result in minor or medium injury.
Basic safety instructions Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Series of steps Result of a step Visual inspection 1, 2, 3, ... Item numbers A, B, C, ... Views 2.1.5 Symbols on the device Safety instructions Observe the safety instructions contained in the associated Operating Instructions Temperature resistance of the connection cables...
The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper or non-intended use. Verification for borderline cases: ‣ For special fluids and fluids for cleaning, Endress+Hauser is glad to provide assistance in verifying the corrosion resistance of fluid-wetted materials, but does not accept any warranty or liability.
• Are the goods undamaged? • Do the nameplate data match the ordering information on the delivery note? • If required (see nameplate): are the Safety Instructions (XA) provided? If one of these conditions is not met, please contact your Endress+Hauser sales office. Endress+Hauser...
‣ Enter the serial number from the nameplate in the Endress+Hauser Operations app or scan the 2-D matrix code on the nameplate with the camera All of the information on the measuring device and on the scope of the technical documentation pertaining to the device is displayed.
Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Mounting Mounting Mounting requirements 5.1.1 Suitable mounting position A0012606 1 Installation conditions for Levelflex Endress+Hauser...
Page 10
Mounting Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Spacing requirements when mounting • Distance (A) between the vessel wall and rod and rope probes: • For smooth metallic walls: > 50 mm (2 in) • For plastic walls: > 300 mm (12 in) to metallic parts outside the vessel •...
Page 11
Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Mounting • The end of the rope probe must be secured (fixed down) under the following conditions: If the probe would otherwise temporarily come into contact with the vessel wall, the cone, internal fittings/beams or another part of the installation •...
Page 12
Mounting Levelflex FMP51 Modbus ø a ø b ø<25 (1.0) 3 (0.12) » mm (in) A0012607 Unit of measurement mm (in) Probe rod, uncoated Sleeve with narrow bore to ensure electrical contact between the sleeve and the rod. Short metal pipe, e.g. welded in place Probe rod, coated Plastic sleeve, e.g.
Page 13
Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Mounting Probe Ø 16 mm (0.63 in) • a < Ø 26 mm (1.02 in) • b = Ø 16.5 mm (0.65 in) NOTICE Poor grounding of the probe end may cause incorrect measurements. ‣ Use a sleeve with a narrow bore to ensure good electrical contact between the sleeve and the probe rod.
Mounting Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Mounting the device 5.2.1 Mounting devices with a threaded connection A0012528 Screw the device with the threaded connection into a sleeve or flange and then secure it to the process vessel via the sleeve/flange. • When screwing into place, turn by the hex bolt only: •...
Page 15
Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Mounting A0012852 Pay attention to the following when introducing the rope probe into the vessel: • Uncoil the rope slowly and lower it carefully into the vessel. • Make sure the rope does not bend or buckle.
Page 16
Mounting Levelflex FMP51 Modbus 5.2.5 Turning the display Opening the cover 3 mm A0021430 Loosen the screw of the securing clamp of the electronics compartment cover using an Allen key (3 mm) and turn the clamp 90 ° counterclockwise. Unscrew the electronics compartment cover and check the cover seal; replace it if necessary.
Page 17
Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Mounting Closing the cover of the electronics compartment 3 mm 2.5 Nm A0021451 Screw down the cover of the electronics compartment. Turn the securing clamp 90 ° in the clockwise direction and, using an Allen key (3 mm), tighten the screw of the securing clamp on the electronics compartment cover with 2.5 Nm.
Electrical connection Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Electrical connection Connecting requirements 6.1.1 Terminal assignment Modbus Connection to a Modbus master A0035159 Modbus master Supply voltage Cable entry for the Modbus connection Cable entry for the supply voltage Connection for protective ground Connection to FieldCare/DeviceCare via RS485 For configuration via FieldCare or DeviceCare, it is advisable to disconnect the device from the bus and to connect it to the computer via a USB-to-RS485 interface.
Page 19
Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Electrical connection RS485 A0035158 Computer with FieldCare/DeviceCare USB-RS485 interface Supply voltage Cable entry for RS485 Cable entry for the supply voltage Connection for protective ground Endress+Hauser...
Page 20
Electrical connection Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Connection to DeviceCare/FieldCare via service interface A0032466 Service interface (CDI) of the measuring device (= Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface) Commubox FXA291 Computer with DeviceCare/FieldCare operating tool 6.1.2 Power supply Supply voltage 10.5 to 29 V Ripple (<...
Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Electrical connection Connecting the device WARNING Explosion Hazard! ‣ Observe applicable national standards. ‣ Comply with the specifications in the Safety Instructions (XA). ‣ Use specified cable glands only. ‣ Check to ensure that the power supply matches the information on the nameplate.
Page 22
Electrical connection Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Remove the cable sheath. Strip the cable ends 10 mm (0.4 in). In the case of stranded cables, also fit ferrules. Firmly tighten the cable glands. A0035426 Connect the cable according to the terminal assignment → 18.
Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Operation options ≤ 3 (0.12) A0035427 3 Engineering unit: mm (in) To remove cables from the terminal: Using a flat-blade screwdriver ≤ 3 mm, press down on the slot between the two terminal holes Simultaneously pull the cable end out of the terminal.
Operation options Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Structure and function of the operating menu 7.1.1 Display User ABC_ DEFG HIJK LMNO PQRS TUVW A0012635 4 Display format on the display and operating module Measured value display (1 value max. size) 1.1 Header containing tag and error symbol (if an error is active) 1.2 Measured value symbols...
Page 25
Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Operation options 7.1.2 Operating elements Functions • Display of measured values and fault and notice messages • Background lighting, which switches from green to red in the event of an error • The device display can be removed for easier operation The device displays are available with the additional option of Bluetooth®...
Operation options Levelflex FMP51 Modbus • key and key (ESC function - press keys simultaneously) • In the menu, submenu: Pressing the key briefly: • Exits the current menu level and takes you to the next higher level.
Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Commissioning • Setup • Conf. backup disp. • Envelope curve • Keylock on Calling up and closing the context menu The user is in the operational display. Press for 2 s. The context menu opens.
Page 28
Commissioning Levelflex FMP51 Modbus X X X X X X X 20.50 Main menu 0104-1 Display language English Operation Setup Display language 0104-1 English à Deutsch Español Français Display language 0104-1 à English Deutsch Español Français Hauptmenü 0104-1 Sprache Deutsch...
Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Commissioning Device configuration 8.3.1 Configuring level measurement 20 mA 100% 4 mA A0011360 7 Configuration parameters for level measurement in liquids LN = Probe length R = Reference point of measurement D = Distance E = Empty calibration (= zero point)
Page 30
Commissioning Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Setup → Medium group Specify the medium group (Others or Water based (DC >= 4)) Setup → Empty calibration Specify the empty distance E (distance from the reference point R to the 0% mark). Setup → Full calibration Specify the full distance F (distance from the 0% mark to the 100% mark).
Page 31
Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Commissioning 8.3.2 Configuring interface measurement An interface measurement is only possible if the device has the corresponding software option. In the product structure: feature 540 "Application Package", option EB "Interface measurement". 100% DK (DC ) A0011177 8...
Page 32
Commissioning Levelflex FMP51 Modbus Setup → Tube diameter (only for "Tank type" = "Bypass / pipe") Specify the diameter of the bypass or stilling well. Setup → Tank level Specify the filling level (Partially filled or Fully flooded) Setup → ...