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Endress+Hauser Levelflex M FMP45 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
Levelflex M FMP45
Guided Level-Radar
BA00281F/00/EN/15.11
71154975
Valid as of software version:
01.04.zz

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Levelflex M FMP45 Guided Level-Radar BA00281F/00/EN/15.11 71154975 Valid as of software version: 01.04.zz...
  • Page 2 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Brief Operating Instructions Levelflex M - Brief operating instructions KA189F/00/a2/03.07 52012501 Contrast: measured value dist./ meas value Group selection basic setup tank medium process empty full dist./ check range of start properties property cond. calibr.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Recommended connection ....28 Contact addresses of Endress+Hauser ... 87 Degree of protection ..... . . 28 Post-connection check .

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Safety instructions Designated use The Levelflex M is a compact level transmitter for the continuous measurement of solids and liquids, measuring prinziple: Guided Level Radar / TDR: Time Domain Reflectometry. Installation, commissioning and operation The Levelflex M has been designed to operate safely in accordance with current technical, safety and EU standards.

  • Page 5: Notes On Safety Conventions And Icons

    Levelflex M FMP45 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.

  • Page 6: Identification

    Dat./Insp.: D01301-A Reference to additional safety-relevant documentation L00-FMP4xxxx-18-00-00-en-001 Information on the nameplate of the Levelflex M FMP45 2.1.2 Ordering structure This overview does not mark options which are mutually exclusive. Approval: A Non-hazardous area Non-hazardous area, WHG...
  • Page 7 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Identification Process temperature: A -200...+280 °C / -328...+536 °F (XT); saturated steam max. +200 °C / +392 °F -200...+400 °C / -328...+752 °F (HT) Special version, TSP-No. to be spec. Probe: A ..mm, rope 4mm, 316 C ..
  • Page 8 Identification Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Type of probe: B Compact, centering disc d=45 mm, 316L, pipe diameter DN50/2" C Compact, centering disc d=75 mm, 316L, pipe diameter DN80/3" + DN100/4" Remote, cable 3m, top, center d=45 mm, centering disk d=45 mm, 316L, pipe diameter DN50/2"...

  • Page 9: Scope Of Delivery

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

  • Page 10: Installation

    Installation Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation Quick installation guide Mounting with threaded boss F12 or T12 housing Turn housing The housing can be turned 350° in order to simplify access to the display and the terminal compartment ½ "...

  • Page 11: Installation Conditions

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation Installation conditions 3.3.1 Dimensions Housing dimensions 65 (2.56) 78 (3.07) max. 110 (4.33) ENDRESS+HAUSER F12 housing (Aluminium) 85 (3.35) mm (in) L00-F12xxxx-06-00-00-en-001 max. 100 (4.33) 94 (3.7) 65 (2.56) 78 (3.07) ENDRESS+HAUSER T12 housing (Aluminium) 85 (3.35)
  • Page 12 Installation Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Process connection, type of probe F12 / T12 / F23 housing Variant “3” / “4” remote electronic top entry 4 x ø8,5 Variant “4”: remote electronic side entry ø21.3 ø76 ø76 ø81 HT 400 °C XT 280 °C...

  • Page 13: Installation

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation Installation 3.4.1 Mounting kit In addition to the tool needed for flange mounting, you will require the following tool: • For the mounting of threaded connection: 60 mm Open-end spanner for 1½". • 4 mm Allen wrench for turning the housing.
  • Page 14 Installation Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Coax probes The shortening is necessary if the distance to the container floor or outlet cone is less than 10 mm. Coax probes can be shortened max. 80 mm from the end. They have centering units inside which fix the rod centrally in the pipe.
  • Page 15 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation 3.4.4 Mounting rope probes in a partially full silo It is not always possible to empty a silo which is already in operation. Mounting in a partially filled silo is possible if the following conditions are met: •...
  • Page 16 Installation Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 3.4.6 General instructions Normally use rod probes. Rope probes are used in liquids for measuring ranges > 4 m and with restricted ceiling clearance which does not allow the installation of rigid probes. Coax probes are not influenced by the installation conditions. They may also be operated: •...
  • Page 17 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation Other installations • Select the mounting location such that the distance to internals (5) (e.g. limit switch, struts) is > 300 mm over the entire length of the probe, also during operation. • Probe must within the measuring span not touch any internals during operation.
  • Page 18 Installation Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Supporting probes against warping For WHG approval: For probe lengths ≥ 3 m a support is required (see figure). Rod probes Probe rod Sleeve bored tight to ensure electrical contact between the rod and sleeve! Short metal pipe e.g.
  • Page 19 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation Installing with heat insulation • If process temperatures are high (≥ 200 °C), FMP45 must be included in normal tank insulation to prevent the electronics heating up as a result of heat radiation or convection.
  • Page 20 In vacuum applications and in applications where extremely condensate fermation may occur, there is the danger that the vessel is completely flooded. For media groups with high DC values, this may result in a measuring value lower than the actual level. Please contact your local Endress+Hauser representative for remedial actions.
  • Page 21 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation 3.4.8 Notes on special installation situations Welding the probe into the vessel " Caution! Before welding the probe into the vessel, it must be grounded by a low-resistive connection. If this is not possible, the electronics as well as the HF module must be disconnected. Otherwise the electronics may be damaged.
  • Page 22 Installation Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 3.4.9 Installation for difficult to access process connections Installation with remote electronic • Wall and pipe bracket is contained in the scope of delivery and already mounted. • Follow installation instructions, Page 16 ff.

  • Page 23: Post-Installation Check

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Installation 3.4.10 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 24: Wiring

    Wiring Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Wiring Quick wiring guide Wiring in F12/F23 housing " 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 standard and the desired safety concept.
  • Page 25 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Wiring 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 FOUNDATION Fieldbus standard and the desired safety...
  • Page 26 Wiring Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Wiring with FOUNADTION 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). The voltage is determined by the...

  • Page 27: Connecting The Measuring Unit

    Levelflex M FMP45 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...

  • Page 28: Recommended Connection

    Wiring Levelflex M FMP45 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 EN/IEC 60079-14 or EN/IEC 60060-1 (10 kA, Puls 8/20 μs) it has to be ensured that •...

  • Page 29: Operation

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation Operation This chapter gives an overview of the different operating options for the device. The different methods of parameter access are described and the preconditions for each method are stated. The meaning of the parameters is not described in this chapter. Instead, refer to: •...
  • Page 30 Operation Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 5.1.1 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 device specific blocks (Sensor Block, Diagnostic Block, Display Block) •...

  • Page 31: Operation With The Display And Operating Module Vu331

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation Operation with the display and operating module VU331 5.2.1 Liquid crystal display (LCD) Four lines with 20 characters each. Display contrast adjustable through key combination. (liquid crystal display) Orde Orde Ser.- Ser.- r Code No.:...
  • Page 32 Operation Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 5.2.3 Display symbols The following table describes the symbols that appear on the liquid crystal display: Sybmol Meaning ALARM_SYMBOL This alarm symbol appears when the device is in an alarm state. If the symbol flashes, this indicates a warning.
  • Page 33 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation 5.2.5 The operating menu General structure of the operating menu The operating manu is made up of two levels: • Function groups (00, 01, 03, …, 0C, 0D): The individual operating options of the device are split up roughly into different function groups.
  • Page 34 Operation Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Navigation within the menu ENDRESS + HAUSER – >3 s Selection and configuration in Operation menu: 1.) Change from Measured Value Display to Group Selection by pressing 2.) Press to select the required Function Group (e.g..

  • Page 35: Operation With An Endress+Hauser Operating Program

    The operating program FieldCare is an Endress+Hauser Plant Asset Management Tool based on FDT technology. You can use Field-Care to configure all your Endress+Hauser devices, as well as devices from other manufacturers that support the FDT standard. Hardware and software requirements you can find on the internet: www.endress.com →...
  • Page 36 Operation Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Signal analysis via envelope curve L00-FMP4xxxx-20-00-00-en-007 Tank linearization L00-fmp-Ixxx-20-00-00-en-041 Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 37: Operation With A Foundation Fieldbus Configuration Program

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation Operation with a FOUNDATION Fieldbus configuration program 5.4.1 FOUNDATION Fieldbus configuration programs The user can obtain special configuration and operating programs offered by different manufacturers for use in configuration. These can be used for configuring both the FOUNDATION Fieldbus functions and all the device-specific parameters.

  • Page 38: Operation With Field Communicator 375, 475

    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 Field Communicator 375, 475 5.5.1 Connection The handheld terminal is directly connected to the FOUNDATION Fieldbus communication line.
  • Page 39 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation 5.5.4 Example basic setup dsdmdm df das. asdas fa asas la. tank properties: standard Fieldbus Live Device List Number of Devices found = 1 standard Address aluminium tank plastic tank E+H_LEVELFLEX_M_XXXXXXX bypass / pipe...

  • Page 40: Commissioning

    • "Commissioning by the display and operating module VU331", → ä 46 • "Blocking distance", → ä 56 • "Basic setup with the Endress+Hauser operating program", → ä 62 • "Commissioning with a FOUNDATION Fieldbus configuration tool", → ä 68 •...
  • Page 41 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.2.2 Key combination (display and operating module VU331) Locking Press S, O and F simultaneously. Unlocking If you try to change a parameter, the following appears: L00-fmrxf0a4-20-00-00-de-001 Press S, O and F simultaneously. The "unlock parameter" (0A4) function appears.

  • Page 42: Resetting The Device

    Commissioning Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Resetting the device It is advisable to reset the device parameters before the commissioning if you want to use a device with an unknown history. 6.3.1 Resetting the parameters of the FOUNDATION Fieldbus function blocks Parameters affected •...
  • Page 43 – "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 44: Basic Setup

    Commissioning Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Basic setup flange: reference point of measurement E = empty calibr. (= zero) LN = probe length setting in 005 setting in 033 F = full calibr. (= span) UB = upper blocking distance...
  • Page 45 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning " Caution! The basic setupis sufficient for successful commissioning in morst applications. 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 device to the measuring conditions, need the entered.

  • Page 46: Commissioning By The Display And Operating Module Vu331

    Commissioning Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning by the display and operating module VU331 6.5.1 Power up device When the device is switched on for the first time, the following messages appear in a sequence of 5 s on the display: software version, communication protocoll and language selection ⇒...
  • Page 47 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 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 • aluminium tank •...
  • Page 48 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 49 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning Function "process propert" (004) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – Use this funtcion to adapt the device to the filling speed in the tank. The setting impacts on an intelligent filter. Selection: • standard • fast change •...
  • Page 50 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Function "probe length" (031) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – Use this function to select whether the probe length was changed after factory calibration. Only then is it necessary to enter or correct the probe length.
  • Page 51 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning Function "determine length" (034) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – Use this function, the probe length can be determined automatically. Due to the mounting conditions, the automatically determined probe length may be larger than the actual probe ( typically 20 to 30 mm longer).
  • Page 52 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 – upper blocking distance...
  • Page 53 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning Function "check distance" (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: Options: •...
  • Page 54 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Distance = ok Use this function for partially covered probes. Choose "manual" or "probe free" if the probe is free. • Mapping is carried out up to the currently measured echo • The range to be suppressed is suggested in the "range of mapping" (052) function It is wise to carry out a mapping even in this instance.
  • Page 55 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning Function "dist./meas.value" (008) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – The distance measured from the reference point to the product surface and the measured value calculated with the aid of the empty calibration are displayed again. Check whether the values correspond to the actual meas.

  • Page 56: Blocking Distance

    Commissioning Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 set to 0.2 m at the factory. For rope probes with lengths of more than 8 m, the upper blocking distance is preset to 2.5 % of the probe length.
  • Page 57 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning Maximum measured error Typical statements for reference conditions: DIN EN 61298-2, percentage of the span. Output: Digital Analogue sum of non-linearity, measurig range: ± 0.06 % non-repeatability – up to 10 m: ±3 mm and hysteresis –...

  • Page 58: Envelope Curve

    Commissioning Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 Function "plot settings" (0E1) In this function, select whether you want to display •...
  • Page 59 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.7.3 Function "envelope curve display" (0E3) quality of evaluated echo full calibr. evaluated echo empty calibr. is marked envelope curve minimum distance distance of maximum distance of the plot of the plot evaluated echo...
  • Page 60 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 6.7.4 Envelope curve The Levelflex emits individual pulses in quick succession and scans their reflection with a slightly variable delay. The energy values received are ordered by their time-of-flight. The graphic representation of this sequence is known as an "envelope curve".
  • Page 61 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning Horizontal Zoom mode Firstly, go into the envelope curve display. Then press to switch to the envelope curve navigation. You are then in Horizontal Zoom mode. Either is displayed. • increases the horizontal scale.

  • Page 62: Basic Setup With The Endress+Hauser Operating Program

    Commissioning Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Basic setup with the Endress+Hauser operating program To carry out the basic setup with the operating program, proceed as follows: • Start the operating program and establish a connection. • Select the "basic setup" function group in the navigation window.
  • Page 63 Levelflex M FMP45 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 64 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP45 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 65 Levelflex M FMP45 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 66 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP45 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 67 Levelflex M FMP45 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 68: Commissioning With A Foundation Fieldbus Configuration Tool

    Commissioning Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning with a FOUNDATION Fieldbus configuration tool Note! For commissioning of the device with a FOUNDATION Fieldbus configuration tool you need to know the INSTRUMENT_ID, which consists of the following parts: Instrument_ID = 452B481012-XXXXXXXX...
  • Page 69 Levelflex M FMP45 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 70 – by the display and operating module VU331 (→ ä 31) – by an Endress+Hauser operating program (→ ä 35) 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 71 Levelflex M FMP45 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).
  • Page 72 Commissioning Levelflex M FMP45 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.

  • Page 73: Commissioning With The Field Communicator

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning 6.10 Commissioning with the Field Communicator 375, 475 The steps of the commissioning procedure are the same as with a FOUNDATION Fieldbus configuration tool (→ ä 68). The blocks should be parametrized in the following order: •...

  • Page 74: Maintenance

    Repairs The Endress+Hauser repair concept assumes that the measuring devices have a modular design and that customers are able to undertake repairs themselves ("Spare Parts", Page 85). Please contact Endress+Hauser Service for further information on service and spare parts.

  • Page 75: Accessories

    Levelflex M FMP45 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). The shipment includes the protective cover and tension clamp.

  • Page 76: Remote Display And Operation Fhx40

    Accessories Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Remote display and operation FHX40 Wall-mounting Pipe-mounting (without mounting bracket) (mounting bracket and plate supplied optionally, s. product structure) Separate housing FHX40 (IP 65) Micropilot M (4.8) Levelflex M Prosonic M O rd O rd...

  • Page 77: Centering Disks

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Accessories Centering disks If the probes with rod version are used in stilling well or bypass, it must be ensured that the probe does not come into contact with the wall. The centering disk fixes the rod probe in the middle of the pipe.

  • Page 78: Commubox Fxa291

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commubox FXA291 The Commubox FXA291 connects Endress+Hauser field devices with CDI interface (= Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface) to the USB interface of a personal computer or a notebook. For details refer to TI00405C/07/EN. Note! For the device you need the "ToF Adapter FXA291" as an additional accessory.

  • Page 79: Special Process Connection

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Accessories Special process connection 8.7.1 Fisher flange 249B/259B (MVTF N0123) 0,22" 1,125" L00-FMP45xxx-00-00-06-en-001 8.7.2 Fisher flange 249C (MVTF N0124) 0,188" 1,125" L00-FMP45xxx-00-00-06-en-002 8.7.3 Masoneillan flange (MVTF N0125) 0,25" 1,125" L00-FMP45xxx-00-00-06-en-003 Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 80: Trouble-Shooting

    Trouble-shooting Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Trouble-shooting Trouble-shooting instructions Levelflex M -Trouble Shooting Check voltage and Not ok compare it with the Instrument does Connect the Instrument works? Ready specifications on the not respond correct voltage nameplate. Check the polarity...

  • Page 81: System Error Messages

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Trouble-shooting System error messages Code Description Possible cause Remedy A102 checksum error device has been powered off before data reset general reset & new calibr. could be stored; avoid emc problem; required emc problem; if alarm prevails after reset,...
  • Page 82 Trouble-shooting Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Code Description Possible cause Remedy A251 Feedthrough Lost contact in the process feedthrough Replace process feedtrough A261 HF cable defective HF cable defective or HF connector Check HF connector, replace cable removed if defective...

  • Page 83: Application Errors

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Trouble-shooting Application errors Error Output Possible cause Remedy A warning or alarm Depending on the configuration See table of 1. See table of error messages has occurred. error messages (see Page 81) (see Page 81) →...
  • Page 84 Trouble-shooting Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Error Output Possible cause Remedy Device displays a Incorrect probe length 1. Carry out automatic probe length level when the detection when the tank is tank is empty. 100% empty. 2. Carry out mapping over entire probe when the tank is empty (probe free!).

  • Page 85: Spare Parts

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Trouble-shooting Spare Parts An overview of the spare parts for your device is available in the internet at www.endress.com. To obtain information on the spare parts, proceed as follows: Go to "www.endress.com" and select your country.

  • Page 86: Return

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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 87: Contact Addresses Of Endress+Hauser

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Trouble-shooting 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 88: Technical Data

    Technical data Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Technical data 10.1 Additional technical data 10.1.1 Input Measured variable The measured variable is the distance between a reference point (see Fig., see Page 12) and the product surface. Subject to the input empty distance "E", the level is calculated. Alternatively, the level can be converted by means of linearisation (32 points) into other variables (volume, mass).
  • Page 89 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Technical data Data of the FOUNDATION Basic Data Fieldbus interface Device Type 1012 (hex) Device Revision 04 (hex) DD Revision 02 (hex) CFF Revision 02 (hex) ITK Version 4.61 ITK-Certification Driver-No. www.endress.com / www.fieldbus.org Link-Master (LAS) cabable Link Master / Basic Device selectable yes;...
  • Page 90 Technical data Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Function Blocks Block Content Execution time Functionality Resource Block The Resource Block contains all the data that uniquely enhanced identifies the field device. It is an electronic version of a nameplate of the device.
  • Page 91 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Technical data 10.1.3 Auxiliary energy Terminals Cable cross-section: 0.5 to 2.5 mm Cable entry • Cable gland M20x1.5 (only cable entry for Ex d) • Cable entry G½ or ½NPT • 7/8" FOUNDATION Fieldbus plug...
  • Page 92 Technical data Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 10.1.4 Performance characteristics Reference operating • Temperature = +20 °C ±5 °C conditions • Pressure = 1013 mbar abs. ±20 mbar • Humidity = 65 % ±20 % • Reflection factor ≥ 0.8 (surface of the water for coax probe, metal plate for rod and rope probe with min.
  • Page 93 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Technical data Installing FMP45 with Application Gasphase Compensation For level measurement in steam applications at high pressures and temperatures. (Coax only) At high pressures and temperatures, the speed at which microwave signals are propagated in steam (polar media) is reduced above the liquid being measured.
  • Page 94 Technical data Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 10.1.5 Operating conditions: Environment Ambient temperature range Ambient temperature for the transmitter: -40 °C to +80 °C. The functionality of the LCD display may be limited for temperatures Ta < -20 °C and Ta > +60 °C. A weather protection cover should be used for outdoor operation if the device is exposed to direct sunlight.
  • Page 95 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Technical data Storage temperature -40 °C to +80 °C Climate class DIN EN 60068-2-38 (test Z/AD) Vibration resistance DIN EN 60068-2-64 / IEC 68-2-64: 20 to 2000 Hz, 1 (m/s Cleaning the probe Depending on the application, contamination or build-up can accumulate on the probe. A thin, even layer only influences measurements slightly.
  • Page 96 Technical data Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 10.1.6 Operating conditions: Process Process temperature range The maximum permitted temperature at the process connection (see Figure for measuring point) is determined by the process connection ordered: FMP45: process pressure depending on the process temperature...
  • Page 97 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Technical data 10.1.7 Mechanical construction Material See TI00386F/00/EN, chapter "Material (not in contact with process)" and "Material (in contact with process)". Tolerance of probe length Rod probes Rope probes over (m / ft) 1 (3.2) 3 (9.8)
  • Page 98 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. Manufacturer declaration Permitted pressures, temperatures and load cycles as per EN 13445 and AD- data sheet S2 (for FMP45).
  • Page 99 Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Technical data WHG. See "Ordering structure", → ä 6 (ZE00256F/00/DE) Overspill protection Telecommunication Complies with "Part 15" of the FCC rules for an "Unintentional Radiator". All probes meet the requirements for a "Class A Digital Device".

  • Page 100: Appendix

    Appendix Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Appendix 11.1 Operating menu FOUNDATION Fieldbus basic setup tank properties medium cond. process proper. empty calibr. end of probe 030 determine length see Function group “leghth adjustment 03” enter value standard unknown standard aluminium tank DC: 1.4 …...
  • Page 101 Levelflex M FMP45 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 102: Description Of Functions

    Appendix Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 11.2 Description of functions Note! A detailed description of the function groups, functions and parameters is given in the documentation BA00245F/00/DE "Description of Instrument Functions" on the enclosed CD- ROM. 11.3 Block model of the Levelflex M The Micropilot M contains the follwoing blocks: •...

  • Page 103: Resource Block

    Levelflex M FMP45 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 104: Sensor Block

    Appendix Levelflex M FMP45 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 105 Levelflex M FMP45 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 106 Appendix Levelflex M FMP45 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...

  • Page 107: Diagnostic Block

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Appendix 11.6 Diagnostic Block 11.6.1 Operation The diagnostic block contains the error messages of the device. These parameters can also be addressed by using the VU331 display module. The diagnostic block is opened by clicking on the "diagnostic"...

  • Page 108: Display Block

    Appendix Levelflex M FMP45 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 109: Analog Input Block

    Levelflex M FMP45 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.
  • Page 110 Appendix Levelflex M FMP45 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 111 Levelflex M FMP45 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.

  • Page 112: Checklist For Commissioning

    Appendix Levelflex M FMP45 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 113: List Of Start Indices

    Levelflex M FMP45 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...

  • Page 114: Index

    Levelflex M FMP45 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Index Index Ordering structure ....... 6 Accessories.
  • Page 115 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.
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