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Emerson Rosemount 5900 Reference Manual

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  • Page 1 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA November 2009 Rosemount 5900 Radar Level Gauge www.rosemount-tg.com...
  • Page 2 Preliminary...
  • Page 3 Installation on a non-metallic tank is not certified, and is not allowed. The FCC certificate for Rosemount 5900 requires that the tank is closed as far as emitted radio energy is concerned. Tanks with open manholes, external-floating-roof tanks without still pipes etc.
  • Page 4 Preliminary...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Table of Contents SECTION 1 Safety Messages ........1-1 Introduction Symbols.
  • Page 6 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 SECTION 4 Safety Messages ........4-1 Configuration Overview .
  • Page 7 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 B.3.2 Factory Mutual Canadian Approvals ... . . B-4 B.3.3 European ATEX Directive Information ... . B-5 B.3.4...
  • Page 8 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Table of Contents TOC-4...

  • Page 9: Safety Messages

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Section 1 Introduction Safety Messages ......page 1-1 Symbols .

  • Page 10: Introduction

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 1.2 SYMBOLS The CE marking symbolises the conformity of the product with the applicable European Community Directives. The EC-Type Examination Certificate is a statement of a Notified Certification Body...

  • Page 11: Manual Overview

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 1.3 MANUAL This manual provides installation, configuration, and maintenance information for the Rosemount 5900 Series Radar Level Gauge. OVERVIEW Section 2: Overview • Gauge components • System overview •...

  • Page 12: Service Support

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 1.4 SERVICE SUPPORT To expedite the return process contact the nearest Emerson Process Management/Rosemount Tank Gauging representative. Section 1. Introduction...

  • Page 13: Product Recycling/Disposal1-5

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 1.5 PRODUCT Recycling of equipment and packaging should be taken into consideration and disposed of in accordance with local and national legislation/regulations. RECYCLING/ DISPOSAL The label below is put on Rosemount Tank Gauging products as a recommendation to customers if scrapping is considered.
  • Page 14 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Section 1. Introduction...

  • Page 15: Overview

    Installation Procedure ..... . . page 2-9 2.1 INTRODUCTION The Rosemount 5900 is a two-wire radar level gauge for high accuracy non-contact measurements. The gauge continously emits a radar signal with varying frequency towards the product surface.

  • Page 16: Components

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 2.2 COMPONENTS Figure 2-2. Rosemount 5900 components 1. Terminal compartment 2. Cable entries 3. Flange 4. Antenna 5. Grounding terminal 6. Weather protection hood 7. Label 8. Transmitter head with signal processing electronics...

  • Page 17: System Overview

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 2.3 SYSTEM Rosemount Raptor is a revolutionary, state-of-the art, inventory and custody transfer radar tank level gauging system. It is developed for a wide range of OVERVIEW applications at refineries, tank farms and fuel depots, and fulfills the highest requirements on performance and safety.
  • Page 18 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Figure 2-3. Raptor system architecture Rosemount 2240 Rosemount 5900 Multi-input Temperature Non-Hazardous area Hazardous area Radar Level Gauge Transmitter TankMaster PC Rosemount 2230 Graphical Field Display Rosemount 2410 Tank Hub...
  • Page 19 Rosemount 5900 Radar Level Gauge The Rosemount 5900 radar level gauge is an intelligent instrument for measuring the product level inside a tank. Different antennas can be used in order to meet the requirements of different applications. The 5900 can measure the level of almost any product, including bitumen, crude oil, refined products, aggressive chemicals, LPG and LNG.
  • Page 20 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Rosemount 2240 Multi-Input Temperature Transmitter The Rosemount 2240 multi-input temperature transmitter can connect up to 16 temperature spot sensors and an integrated water level sensor. Rosemount 2230 Graphical Field Display The Rosemount 2230 graphical field display presents inventory tank gauging data such as level, temperature, and pressure.

  • Page 21: Antennas

    The narrow beam of this antenna makes it very suitable in narrow tanks with internal structures. The Rosemount 5900 with still pipe array antenna is used on tanks with still pipes and with all products suited for still pipes.
  • Page 22 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 The Rosemount 5900 with LPG/LNG antenna is designed for level measurements in LPG and LNG tanks. A 4” still pipe is used as a wave guide for the measurement and prevents a wavy or boiling surface from disturbing the measurement.

  • Page 23: Installation Procedure

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 2.5 INSTALLATION Follow these steps for proper installation: PROCEDURE Review Mounting Considerations. See “Installation Considerations” on page 3-3. Mount the transmitter. See “Mechanical Installation” on page 3-18. Wire the transmitter.
  • Page 24 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Section 2. Overview 2-10...

  • Page 25: Safety Messages

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Section 3 Installation Safety Messages ......page 3-1 Installation Considerations .
  • Page 26 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 High voltage that may be present on leads could cause electrical shock: Avoid contact with leads and terminals. Make sure the main power to the transmitter is off and the lines to any other external power source are disconnected or not powered while wiring the gauge.

  • Page 27: Installation Considerations

    Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 3.2 INSTALLATION When finding an appropriate location on the tank for a Rosemount 5900 radar level gauge, the conditions of the tank must be carefully considered. The CONSIDERATIONS 5900 should be installed so that the influence of disturbing objects is kept to a minimum, preferably outside the radar signal beam.

  • Page 28: Horn Antenna Requirements

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 3.2.1 Horn Antenna The Rosemount 5920 with horn antenna must be installed so that there are no pipes or other obstacles that could prevent the radar beam from reaching the Requirements tank bottom unobstructed.
  • Page 29 The horizontal flange can be used if the wall does not intrude into the 30° wide radar beam of the Rosemount 5900. If a vertical antenna axis installation is not possible without the tank wall intruding into the radar beam, the 5900 has to be directed away from the wall by using the 4°...

  • Page 30: Parabolic Antenna Requirements

    Maximum inclination 1.5° Flange Requirements The Rosemount 5900 with Parabolic antenna is mounted on the tank nozzle by using the Flange Ball. It is designed for easy adjustment of gauge inclination within the specified limits. There are two versions of the Flange Ball: T30 and T38-W. Model T 38-W is welded on the flange.
  • Page 31 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Figure 3-4. Maximum inclination of tank flange Maximum inclination towards tank center Maximum inclination towards tank wall Max inclination along tank wall Flange Ball T38-W can be welded at a maximum angle of 20° between the flange and the Flange Ball surface.
  • Page 32 From the flange to the product surface the distance should not be less than 1.0 m. Highest accuracy is obtained from product levels 1.0 meter below the flange downwards Figure 3-6. Nozzle requirements for the Rosemount 5900 with Ø > 500 mm (20 inch) Parabolic antenna Nozzle height Mimimum 1.0 m to...
  • Page 33 Rosemount Recommended service space 400 mm 5900 with Parabolic antenna Free passage 5° 5° Vertical plumb line Antenna axis 1.5 ° Min. 0.8 m For evaluation contact Emerson Process Management / Rosemount Tank Gauging. Section 3. Installation...

  • Page 34: Still Pipe Antenna Requirements

    Still Pipe Requirements The Rosemount 5900 Still-pipe Array antenna fits 5", 6", 8", 10" and 12" flanges and pipes. The adaption is accomplished by selecting a suitable Still-pipe Array antenna. The gauge has a flange to seal the tank.
  • Page 35 Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Flange Requirements The Rosemount 5900 Still-pipe Array antenna fits flanges of size 5", 6", 8", 10" and 12". The gauge has a flange for sealing the tank. The flange must be horizontal within ±2°. Figure 3-8. The flange must be horizontal within ±2°...
  • Page 36 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Free Space The following free space is recommended for mounting the Still-pipe gauge: Figure 3-9. Free space requirements for 5900 with Array Service space 400 mm antenna Fixed version Figure 3-10.

  • Page 37: Lpg/Lng Antenna Requirements

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 3.2.4 LPG/LNG Temperature and Pressure Measurement Antenna A prerequisite for high accuracy level-measurements in LPG/LNG tanks is Requirements that temperature and pressure measurements are made. The Rosemount 5900 transmitter can interface pressure sensors and up to six temperature sensors.
  • Page 38 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Figure 3-11. Reference pin installation REFERENCE PIN Marking Still Pipe The Reference Pin is directed towards the bolt hole on the pipe flange Flange seen from above Bolt hole Align Reference Pin and bolt hole within 1°...
  • Page 39 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Reference Pin and Reflector One of the holes on the still-pipe is used for mounting a Reference Pin which enables verification of the measurement when the tank is pressurized.
  • Page 40 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Figure 3-14. Mounting the reflector on pipe 4 inch SCH 40 Ring is marked 4” SCH40 Figure 3-15. Mounting the reflector on pipe DN 100 Ring is marked DN100 Section 3.
  • Page 41 Figure 3-16. Figure 3-16. Rosemount 5900 with extension pipe Minimum 800 mm to product surface Section 3.

  • Page 42: Mechanical Installation

    3.3 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 3.3.1 Horn Antenna Follow this instruction when installing the Rosemount 5900 with Horn Antenna. See “Horn Antenna Requirements” on page 3-4 for information on mounting considerations before installing the gauge on the tank. NOTE! When determining conduit dimensions (if used), note that the Horn Antenna Gauge may be inclined 4°...
  • Page 43 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 5. Put the transmitter head onto the Transmitter head antenna adapter. 6. Ensure that the guide pin inside the transmitter head base fits the groove on the adapter. 7. Tighten the nut that connects the transmitter head to the adapter.

  • Page 44: Parabolic Antenna

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 3.3.2 Parabolic Mounting the Flange Ball model T30 Antenna 1. Use a flange of thickness 6 - 30 mm. 2. Make sure that the diameter of the Recess hole is 96 mm.
  • Page 45 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Mounting the Flange Ball model T38-W The Flange Ball T38 is welded to the flange. To mount the T38 do the following: 1. Make sure that the diameter of the hole is 116 ±...
  • Page 46 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 4. If the tank flange is inclined, make sure that the Flange Ball is welded 60 mm so that the Flange Ball is horizontal when it is mounted on the tank.
  • Page 47 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Mounting the Parabolic Antenna Follow this instruction when installing the the Parabolic antenna. See “Parabolic Antenna Requirements” on page 3-6 for considerations before installing the gauge on the tank.
  • Page 48 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 4. Put the two O-rings in the grooves on the upper surface of the Flange Ball. 2 O-rings Flange Ball Grooves Flange 5. Turn the flange around and insert the antenna feeder into the flange hole.
  • Page 49 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 6. Tighten the finger nut and the upper nut by hand. Upper Nut Finger Nut 7. Place the antenna and flange Antenna Feeder assembly on the tank nozzle and Flange tighten the flange screws.
  • Page 50 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 8. Put the gauge on the antenna feeder. Ensure that the guide pin inside the base of the transmitter head fits the groove on the antenna feeder. 9. Tighten the nut that connects the transmitter head to the antenna.
  • Page 51 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 12. Use the marks on the Washer Ball to adjust the gauge so that the antenna is inclined roughly 1.5° towards the center of the tank. Note: For bitumen tanks, the gauge should be mounted with 0°...
  • Page 52 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 16. Put the Weather Protection Hood on Weather top of the transmitter head and Protection Hood tighten the screw. Finger Nut 17. Tighten the upper nut to lock the finger nut, and secure by folding the tab washer over the nut.

  • Page 53: Array Antenna - Fixed Version

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 3.3.3 Array Antenna - Follow this Step by Step instruction when installing the Array Antenna Fixed version. See “Still Pipe Antenna Requirements” on page 3-10 for information Fixed version on mounting considerations before installing the gauge on the tank.
  • Page 54 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 3. Put the antenna and flange assembly on the tank nozzle and tighten the flange screws. 4. Carefully put the gauge on top of the Weather antenna feeder and tighten the nut.
  • Page 55 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 6. Connect the electrical cabling and configure the 5900 by using the TankMaster WinSetup software, see the Raptor System Configuration Manual (Document No. 300510EN). Section 3. Installation 3-31...

  • Page 56: Array Antenna - Hinged Hatch

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 3.3.4 Array Antenna - Follow this instruction when installing the the Array antenna Hinged Hatch version. Hinged Hatch 1. Mount the Fast Opening Cover and flange on the nozzle. The flange...
  • Page 57 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 3. Mount the antenna on the lid. Antenna 4. Tighten the nut which holds the antenna to the lid. Section 3. Installation 3-33...
  • Page 58 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 5. Check that the O-ring is properly seated all around the cover and is O-ring pressed down behind the Hand Dip Plate. Hand Dip Plate 6. Close the lid and tighten the locking Antenna feeder screw.
  • Page 59 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 7. Carefully put the gauge on top of the Weather antenna feeder and tighten the nut. Protection Hood Ensure that the guide pin inside the base of the transmitter head fits the groove on the antenna feeder.

  • Page 60: Lpg/Lng Antenna

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 3.3.5 LPG/LNG Follow this step by step instruction when installing the LPG/LNG antenna. See “LPG/LNG Antenna Requirements” on page 3-13 for information on Antenna mounting considerations before installing the gauge on the tank.
  • Page 61 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 5. Place a gasket (customer supplied) on the Mounting Flange. 6. Carefully fit the Pipe Cone into the still pipe and tighten the Closing onto the Closing Mounting Flange (customer supplied screws and nuts).
  • Page 62 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 10. Put the adapter on the flange and tighten the four M10 screws with washers. Ensure that the guide pins enter the holes in the adapter. 11. Fit the Transmitter Head on the...

  • Page 63: Electrical Installation

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 3.4 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 3.4.1 Cable/conduit The electronics housing has entries for ½ - 14 NPT. Optional M20×1.5, minifast and eurofast adapters are also available. The connections are made entries in accordance with local or plant electrical codes.

  • Page 64: Cable Selection

    November 2009 3.4.3 Cable Selection Use shielded twisted pair wiring for the Rosemount 5900 Series in order to comply with EMC regulations and to ensure good fieldbus performance is achieved. The cables must be suitable for the supply voltage and approved for use in hazardous areas, where applicable.

  • Page 65: The Raptor Tankbus

    Since the 2410 normally is the first device in the fieldbus segment, the built-in termination is enabled at factory Other Raptor devices such as the Rosemount 5900 radar level gauge, the Rosemount 2230 graphical display, and the Rosemount 2240 multi-input temperature transmitter also have built-in terminators which can easily be enabled by inserting a jumper in the terminal block when necessary.

  • Page 66: Typical Installations

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 3.4.8 Typical The example below (Figure 3-17) illustrates a Raptor system with terminators at both ends of the fieldbus segment as required in a F fieldbus installations OUNDATION system. In this case terminators are enabled in the Rosemount 2410 tank hub and a Raptor field device at the end of the network segment.

  • Page 67: Wiring

    Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 3.4.9 Wiring To connect the Rosemount 5900 Series transmitter: 1. Make sure that the power supply is switched off. 2. Remove the cover on the terminal compartment. 3. Run the wires through the appropriate cable gland/conduits.

  • Page 68: Terminal Blocks

    The X1 terminal is connected to the intrinsically safe Raptor Tankbus. A jumper on the X2 terminal enables the built-in termination. The termination should be used if the Rosemount 5900 gauge is installed at the end of a Tankbus network. See “The Raptor Tankbus” on page 3-41 for more information on how to terminate the Raptor Tankbus.
  • Page 69 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Terminal Block Two-in-One Version The Rosemount 5900 Two-in-One version can be connected to a single Tankbus or two separate Tankbuses. Figure 3-20. Terminal compartment.2-in-1 version Two tankbuses Single tankbus...
  • Page 70 Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Gauge Terminal Block SIL Safety System The Rosemount 5900 has a SIL alarm output which is connected to the Rosemount 2410 Tank Hub. Figure 3-21. Terminal compartment Test terminals 2-in-1: optional jumpers between...

  • Page 71: Wiring Diagrams

    Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 3.4.11 Wiring Diagrams The standard version of the Rosemount 5900 has a single intrinsically safe fieldbus input. The 5900 has a built-in termination by short circuiting the X2 connector. An intrinsically safe output on connector X4 can be used for “daisy-chain”...
  • Page 72 November 2009 The Rosemount 5900 2-in-1 version The 2-in-1 version of the Rosemount 5900 has two separate level gauges placed in the same housing. One of the tankbuses can be terminated. The 2-in-1 version can be connected to two separate tankbuses as illustrated in Figure 3-23 and 3-24, or to a single tankbus as illustrated in Figure 3-25 on page 3-50.
  • Page 73 Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 In Figure 3-24 a Rosemount 2240 transmitter is “daisy-chained” to a 2-in-1 version of the Rosemount 5900 level gauge. The termination is enabled in the 2240 terminal block. Figure 3-24. Wiring diagram for Rosemount 5900 2-in-1 version...
  • Page 74 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Figure 3-25 illustrates the 2-in-1 version of the Rosemount 5900 with a single intrinsically safe tankbus connected to both level gauges via terminal X1 by setting a jumper between X3 and X4.

  • Page 75: Safety Messages

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Section 4 Configuration Safety Messages ......page 4-1 Overview .

  • Page 76: Overview

    4. Configuration of measurement devices such as the Rosemount 5900 level gauge. 5. Calibration. A detailed description of how to install and configure a Rosemount 5900 by using the TankMaster WinSetup software is given in the Raptor System Configuration manual (Document no. 300510EN).

  • Page 77: Basic Configuration

    Empty tank handling • Surface echo tracking • Filter settings 4.2.3 Configuration There are several tools available for configuration of a Rosemount 5900 level gauge: Tools • Rosemount TankMaster Winsetup • Rosemount 375 Field Communicator The TankMaster Winsetup is a user-friendly software package that includes basic configuration options as well as advanced configuration and service functions.

  • Page 78: Basic Configuration

    Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 4.3 BASIC CONFIGURATION 4.3.1 Tank Geometry The following parameters are used for tank geometry configuration of a Rosemount 5900 level gauge: Figure 4-1. Illustration of the various tank geometry parameters Gauge Reference Point Tank Reference Point...
  • Page 79 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Tank Reference Height (R) The Tank Reference Height (R) is the distance from the hand dipping nozzle (Tank Reference Point) to the Zero Level (Dipping Datum Plate) close to, or at the bottom of the tank.

  • Page 80: Environment

    November 2009 Pipe Diameter When a Rosemount 5900 level gauge is installed in a still pipe, the inner diameter of the pipe must be specified. The Pipe Diameter is used to compensate for the lower microwave propagation speed inside the pipe. An incorrect value results in a scale factor error.

  • Page 81: Configuration Using Rosemount Tankmaster

    Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 4.4 CONFIGURATION USING ROSEMOUNT TANKMASTER It is recommended that the Rosemount 5900 is configured by using the TankMaster Winsetup configuration tool. Winsetup supports installation of the Rosemount 5900 by one of the following methods: •...

  • Page 82: Installation Wizard

    Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 4.4.1 Installation A Rosemount 5900 is typically installed as part of the installation procedure when installing a Rosemount 2410 tank communication unit in TankMaster Wizard WinSetup. Then the 5900 appears in the WinSetup workspace and is configured via the Properties window.

  • Page 83: Lpg Configuration

    TankMaster PC. Highly pressurized vapor above the product surface affects the progation speed of microwaves. The Rosemount 5900 gauge is able to compensate for this, thus avoiding deviations in measured level due to the vapor. When the gauge is installed on the tank, and the tank is still empty, calibrate the gauge and configure for LPG measurements.

  • Page 84: Lpg Configuration

    Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 4.5.2 In the following description it is assumed that the Rosemount 5900 LPG gauge is installed on the tank, and that a basic configuration is done as Configuration described in the Rex II System Configuration Manual (Document no.
  • Page 85 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 4. Calibrate. Make sure that there is no liquid above the calibration ring (or bottom plug) at the end of the pipe. Check the Ullage value measured by the transmitter: Ullage = Tank Height R- Product Level L.
  • Page 86 Enter the reference pin position. The position is measured from the RTG Reference Point to the actual position of the reference pin. Since hand dipping can not be performed in high pressurized tanks, Emerson Process Management / Rosemount Tank Gauging has developed a unique method to verify level gauging in such tanks.
  • Page 87 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 RTG REFERENCE POINT Distance from RTG reference point to reference pin RTG REFERENCE PIN Make sure that the Threshold value is 500 mV. The amplitude of the echo from the reference pin must be above the threshold value in order to appear in the LPGVerify window (see “Verify the gauge...
  • Page 88 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 8. Verify the gauge measurement. a. Ensure that the reference pin appears in the LPG Setup window. In the LPG Setup window click the Verify Pins button: Nominal Measured...
  • Page 89 This method may be used when there is a well known mixture of up to 4 products in the tank. Now the Rosemount 5900 gauge is ready to measure the product level when the tank is put into operation. Section 4. Configuration...
  • Page 90 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Section 4. Configuration 4-16...

  • Page 91: Safety Messages

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Section 5 Operation Safety Messages ......page 5-1 Viewing Measurement Data .

  • Page 92: Viewing Measurement Data

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 5.2 VIEWING The Rosemount TankMaster program has several options for viewing measurement and inventory data for single tanks and for tank groups. MEASUREMENT TankMaster also offers the option to create custom views with your own set of DATA parameters.

  • Page 93: Safety Messages

    Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Section 6 Service and Troubleshooting Safety Messages ......page 6-1 Service .
  • Page 94 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 6.2 SERVICE 6.2.1 Viewing Input Measured data is continuously stored in input registers of the Rosemount 5900 radar level gauge. By viewing the Input registers you can check that the and Holding device is working properly.
  • Page 95 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 4. Choose Predefined to see a basic selection of registers. Choose the All option to view a range of registers by your own choice. For the All option, you have to specify a range of registers by setting a start value in the Start Register input field, and the total number of registers to be displayed in the Number of Registers field (1-500).
  • Page 96 6.2.2 Backing Up the Gauge Configuration Input and holding registers of the Rosemount 5900 can be stored on disk. This can be useful for backup purposes and troubleshooting. You can save a predefined set of holding registers to make a backup copy of the current gauge configuration.
  • Page 97 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 Multiple devices To save a backup copy of the current configuration for multiple devices, do the following: 1. Start the TankMaster WinSetup program. 2. In the TankMaster WinSetup workspace window select the Devices folder.
  • Page 98 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 6.2.3 To Recover a Backup Configuration Database TankMaster WinSetup lets you replace the current Holding Register database with a backup database stored on disk. This can be useful, for example, if you want to recover lost configuration data.
  • Page 99 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 6.2.4 Diagnostics The TankMaster WinSetup program lets you view the current device status. The View Diagnostic Register window shows a selection of database registers that gives you an instant view of how the gauge operates. You may also configure the window by adding registers of special interest.
  • Page 100 Preliminary Reference Manual 300520EN, Rev AA Rosemount 5900 Series November 2009 6.2.5 Upgrading the Gauge Software TankMaster WinSetup includes the option to upgrade Rosemount TankRadar gauges with new application and boot software. To upload a new program do the following: 1.

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