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Metek RCT 10 series Installation And Operating Instruction

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RCT 10,11, 12 & 13
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with HART® Protocol
using 409-T Electronics
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  • Page 1: Level Measurement

    A Leader in Level Measurement For Assistance Call 1-800-527-6297 Outside North America + 215-674-1234 Installation and Operating Instructions RCT 10,11, 12 & 13 Series Transmitter with HART® Protocol using 409-T Electronics U.S. and Canada: 1-800-553-9092 24-Hour Service: 1-800-527-6297 International: +1 215-674-1234 Fax: +1 215-674-2731 E-mail:...
  • Page 2 AMETEK Drexelbrook makes no warranty of any kind with regard to the material contained in this manual, including, but not limited to, implied warranties or fitness for a particular purpose. Drexelbrook shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the performance or use of material.
  • Page 3 EDO# 9-10-111 RCT 10, 11, 12 & 13-LM Issue #6 RCT Series Transmitter with HART® Protocol using 409-T Electronics 205 Keith Valley Road, Horsham, PA 19044 U.S. and Canada: 1-800-553-9092 24-Hour Service: 1-800-527-6297 International: +1 215-674-1234 Fax: +1 215-674-2731 An ISO 9001 Certified Company E-mail: drexelbrook.info@ametek.com Website:...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents Table of Figures ..........................vii Section 1: Introduction ....................... 1 System Description ......................1 Technology ........................1 Models Available ....................... 2 Sensing Element Model Numbering ................. 4 Area Classifications ......................4 Section 2: Installation ......................... 5 Unpacking ......................... 5 Hazardous Location Installations ..................
  • Page 6 4.4.1 Point Calibration ......................43 4.4.2 Capacitance Calibration ....................44 4.4.3 D/A Trim .......................... 44 4.4.4 Strapping Table ....................... 46 Section 5: Configuration & Calibration with Model 275 Communicator without a Device Description ....................47 Range/Span Control ....................... 47 Basic Rules & Conventions of HART Configuration Software (Model 275) ....48 Tag ID..........................

  • Page 7: Table Of Figures

    Table of Figures Figure 1-2 RF Admittance Sensing Element with Cote-Shield ............. 1 Figure 1-1 Capacitance Sensing Element ..................1 Figure 2-1 Recommended Conduit Connection ................6 Figure 2-2 Mounting Dimensions ....................6 Figure 2-3 Installing Sensing Element ..................8 Figure 2-4 Common Installation Mistakes ..................
  • Page 8 SECTION 1...

  • Page 9: Section 1: Introduction

    Introduction SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION System Description The instructions in this manual are for the AMETEK Drexelbrook RCT Series RCT Series for level measurement in liquids, slurries, interfaces, and granulars. Each AMETEK Drexelbrook RCT Series system consists of a RCT Series two-wire, 4-20 mA electronic unit and a 700 series sensing element.

  • Page 10: Models Available

    700-0205-018 700-0205-020 700-0205-075 700-0205-079 RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series 700-0008-122 700-0008-124 Hast C 700-0008-126 CS Models Available 700-0008-126 316SS 700-0008-134 700-0008-136 700-0008-144 RCT RF Series 700-0008-144 91-77 700-0008-144 91-299 700-0008-174 CS Technology 700-0008-174 316SS 700-0008-174 Hast C 700-0008-222 Measurement Type 700-0008-222 91-269 Continuous 700-0008-242...
  • Page 11 700-0207-002 Remote - 75 feet Tri-Ax 700-0018-126 CS Remote - 75 feet Tri-Ax 700-0002-027 Remote - 75 feet Tri-Ax Remote - 75 feet Tri-Ax 700-0207-003 700-0018-126 316SS 700-0002-027 91-220 700-0207-004 Remote - 100 feet Tri-Ax Remote - 100 feet Tri-Ax Remote - 100 feet Tri-Ax Remote - 100 feet Tri-Ax 700-0018-134...

  • Page 12: Sensing Element Model Numbering

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Sensing Element Model Numbering System Typical Sensing Standard OD and Temperature Reference Application Type Element Material of Standard Pressure Limits Number Model Construction Mounting Water-like 700-1-22 TFE-covered Rod 3/8" OD F @ 1000 PSI conductive liquids 3/4"...

  • Page 13: Installation

    Installation SECTION 2: INSTALLATION Unpacking Carefully remove the contents of the carton and check each item against the packing list before destroying any packing material. If there is any shortage or damage, report it immediately to the factory. Hazardous Location Installations Installation in hazardous areas must comply with the control drawings See Appendix A.

  • Page 14: Figure 2-1 Recommended Conduit Connection

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Mounting the Electronic Unit (Continued) Figure 2-1 shows the recommended conduit installation. Figure 2-2 shows the dimensions when installing conduit to the electronic unit. All conduit connections are sealed. Gaskets are in place. Figure 2-1 WRONG Packing Gland CORRECT...
  • Page 15 Installation Mounting the Electronic Unit (Continued) The mounting location for the sensing element is often determined by whether there is a suitable location inside a vessel. An external side arm or stilling well can be considered. The following sensing element mounting and installation instructions should be followed so that the equipment will operate properly and accurately: A.

  • Page 16: Figure 2-3 Installing Sensing Element

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Mounting the Electronic Unit (Continued) Packing Gland Assembly Place Wrench Here Do Not Turn One When Tightening Relative to The Condulet Other Figure 2-3 Installing Sensing Element Place Wrench Here to Install or Remove From Vessel LACK OF PROPER GROUND (EARTH) CONNECTION...

  • Page 17: Figure 2-5 Installing Sensing Element In Agitated Vessel

    Installation Mounting the Electronic Unit (Continued) RECOMMENDED FLEXIBLE RECOMMENDED RIGID SENSOR INSTALLATION SENSOR INSTALLATION STYLE SENSOR FLEXIBLE CABLE TYPE SENSOR Figure 2-5 Installing Sensing Element AVOID WEIGHTED in Agitated Vessel FLEXIBLE SENSORS IN HEAVILY AGITATED INSULATED VESSELS SUPPORT BUSHINGS PART # 713-XX-X FLEXIBLE BOTTOM ANCHOR...

  • Page 18: Wiring The Electronic Unit

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Wiring the Electronic Unit Center Wire (Blue) GROUND PROBE GROUND PROBE Shield Wire (Red) SERIAL NO. MODEL NO. YEAR OF MANUFACTURE + To Signal - To Signal Three Terminal Two Terminal Sensing Element Sensing Element Figure 2-7 RCT Series Wiring Connections Integral Mounting Three Terminal Sensing Element...

  • Page 19: Wiring The Sensing Element

    Installation Wiring the Electronic Unit (Continued) Integral units are pre-wired at the factory. Figure 2-7 shows the wiring of the integral unit. For remote units, the signal connections are made to the four-terminal block on the front of the chassis. Due to the low power consumption of the instrument, the wiring need only be light gauge (e.g.

  • Page 20: Spark (Static Electricity) Protection

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Spark (Static Electricity) Protection Spark Protection for Integral Sensing Elements If spark protection is supplied for an integral sensing element, use the following instructions for installing the spark protection. A. Attach the mounting link on the spark protector to the sensing element center connection screw.

  • Page 21: Surge Voltage (Lightning) Protection

    Installation Spark (Static Electricity) Protection (Continued) D. Connect the coax cable center wire ( ) to the spark protector and the ground wire ( ) to the ground screw as shown in Figure 2-10. E. Connect the shield wire to the Cote-Shield terminal * For sensing elements that do not have shield connections, clip the shield wire as shown in Figure 2-8.

  • Page 22: Rfi (Radio Frequency Interference) Filters

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Surge Voltage (Lightning) Protection (Continued) Transient Surge Protector DE Part No. SERIAL NO. 377-4-18 MODEL NO. YEAR OF MANUFACTURE Figure 2-11 Surge Voltage Protection + To Signal (12 to 30 VDC) - To Loop RFI (Radio Frequency Interference) Filters When installing the RCT Series transmitter, follow these recommendations to avoid problems with Radio...

  • Page 23: Figure 2-12 Radio Frequency Interference (Rfi) Filters

    Installation RFI Filters (Continued) If the recommendations listed are followed, it is usually not necessary to add RFI filtering to protect against signal strengths of 10 Volts/ Meter or less. This degree of protection is usually sufficient to protect against walkie talkies that are used 3 feet (1M) or more from a typical electronic unit.

  • Page 24: Electrostatic Filters

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series 2.9 Electrostatic Filters In applications such as desalters or treaters and other coalescers with electrostatic grids, it is customary for Drexelbrook to supply a special filter on the sensing element. The purpose of the filter is to remove voltage that may be imposed in the sensor from the high voltage grids.

  • Page 25: Figure 2-14 Digital Meter In Housing With Viewport

    Installation 2.10 Digital Integral Meter (Continued) Integral meter can be rotated 90° to allow for proper viewing orientation: remove hold-down screws • remove black cover screws • move cover screws to original hold-down screw • location remount meter in new orientation •...
  • Page 26 SECTION 3...

  • Page 27: Configuration And Calibration With Drexelbrook Pc Software

    Configuration & Calibration SECTION 3: CONFIGURATION AND CALIBRATION WITH DREXELBROOK PC SOFTWARE This section instructs the user how to use the Drexelbrook 401-700-20/40 Series PC calibrator software to configure and calibrate the RCT Series(RF Admittance) Transmitter. General Description The 401-700-20/40 software package allows the use of any Windows®...

  • Page 28: Installing The Rs232 Modem

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Installing The RS232 Modem Refer to Figure 3-1 for a connection diagram and use the following procedure to install the hardware that is necessary to run the PC software. A. Connect the RS232 Drexelbrook Modem 401-700-004 to one of the COM serial ports (COM1, COM2, etc.) of the computer.

  • Page 29: Installing The Usb Modem

    Configuration & Calibration 3.4.1 Installing The USB Modem Refer to Figure 3-1a for a connection diagram and use the following procedure to install the hardware that is necessary to run the PC software. A. Turn on the computer B. Install Modem Software: It is highly recommended the USB drivers be installed BEFORE you plug in the modem.

  • Page 30: Install The Windows Version Hartwin 2.1 Software On Hard Drive

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Install the Windows Version HARTWin 2.1 Software on Hard Drive Installation is quite simple. A. Place the 401-700-031 CD into the CD drive (usually drive D:). B. If program does not "Auto-Run", select "D:\setup" (where D is the letter representing the CD Drive).

  • Page 31: Figure 3-3 Pc Software Menu Screen

    Configuration & Calibration Description of Function Keys (Continued) Write to Transmitter [F5 on keyboard] Sends new or edited configuration data to the transmitter. Data fields that have been edited but not sent to the transmitter are displayed in red. Real Time View [F4 on keyboard] Displays the real time values of level, capacity, distance, temperature, loop current, percentage, and status.

  • Page 32: Configuration

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Configuration Refer to Figure 3-3 PC Software Menu Screen. Configuration involves downloading information to the HART protocol transmitter that is specific to the Figure 3-4 application and vessel that is being measured. Configure Transmitter from Menu screen Calibration requires that application information and two points of level and/or capacitance be supplied to the...

  • Page 33: Vessel Configuration

    Configuration & Calibration 3.7.2 Vessel Configuration A. Select Vessel Units. The default is gallons. Press Enter and choose the units that correspond to the vessel measurement. The units include both weight and volume outputs. Press Tab or Enter on your key board to continue. Figure 3-6 Vessel Configuration from B.

  • Page 34: Calibration

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Calibration There are two methods for calibrating the transmitter using the PC software: Point Calibration (menu button selection): Uses the two known level points in the vessel for calibration. The further apart the two points are for the calibration the better the accuracy of the overall measurement.

  • Page 35: Point Calibration

    Configuration & Calibration RCT Series Span Range Setting Chart Sensing Element Length Vs. Span Position Number / Maximum pf Jumper Position = Maximum pF = 2000 10000 40000 System # Maximum Sensing Element Length In Feet Conducting Liquids: RCTX3XXXXX18 RCTX3XXXXX74 RCTX3XXXXX45 RCTX3XXXXX70 6.25...

  • Page 36: Level Calibration

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series 3.8.1 Point Calibration (Continued) keyboard. High point calibration is now complete. C. Move level in vessel a minimum of 10%. D. Type in that value for Low Point of the two point calibration. E. Click on Low Point or press Enter (or Tab) on keyboard.

  • Page 37: Figure 3-12 Application Example Diagram

    Configuration & Calibration 3.8.3 Application Example (Continued) Maximum Capacity 1200 gallons Maximum Level 20 feet URV = 1185 gallons 20 mA [19.5 feet] High Point 16 feet Figure 3-12 Hi Cal Application Example Diagram Low Point 3 feet Lo Cal LRV Alternate* [0 f eet] LRV 4 mA Point...

  • Page 38: Pc Status Messages

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series PC Status Messages Status Message: SPAN TOO SMALL Difference between URV and LRV is less than 10% of range. Example: For 0 to 10 foot calibration points: LRV=3.0 Figure 3-13a feet and URV=3.8 feet. When calibration points are too PC Software Menu Screen close together, overall accuracy of calibration is adversely View of Main Menu...

  • Page 39: Set D/A Trim

    Configuration & Calibration 3.10 Set D/A Trim D/A Trim is NOT a calibration! This is a pre calibrated alignment to precision factory settings and is rarely in need of change. The procedure is intended only as a slight "meter" adjustment to a known external reference.

  • Page 40: Figure 3-15 Menu Screen Transforms To Strapping Table

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series 3.11 Strapping Table (Continued) A. Plan your table by filling out table 3-2. You may use the first column which lists every 5% between 0 and 100%, or you may fill in your own values in column 2.

  • Page 41: Digital Integral Meter Configuration

    Configuration & Calibration 3.12 Digital Integral Meter Configuration The optional Digital Integral Meter (DIM)(401-44-3) is used for local display. It can be viewed through a glass viewport in the transmitter housing cover. See Figure 2-16 The meter can be configured to read any engineering units, e.g.

  • Page 42: Validation

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series 3.13 Save/Print Entries (Continued) Pop-up screens come from selections in the FILE pull down at the top left of the PC menu Screen. Copies are saved in both .slt file and .txt files. The .slt file will download into a transmitter through the OPEN command.

  • Page 43: Figure 3-19 Real Time View Pop-Up From Menu Screen

    Configuration & Calibration 3.14.2 Validation Procedures (Continued) Level and Upper Level values. Select an NPO Capacitor (which can be NIST traceable, if desired or required) that falls somewhere mid-range. Example: See Fig. 3-18. If Lower Capacitance is 50pF and Upper Capacitance is 2000pF, that corresponds to a Lower Level and Upper Level of 0- 10 feet.

  • Page 44: Validation Results

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series 3.14.3 Validation Results See Fig. 3-20. If the information that is shown (or printed) matches the initial readings within system specifications, then it can be verified that the calibration and configuration is as originally set. It can also be verified that the transmitter’s response falls within acceptable tolerances.

  • Page 45: Calibration & Configuration Via 401-44-3 Display/Keypad

    Configuration & Calibration 3.15 Calibration & Configuration via 401-44-3 Display/Keypad...
  • Page 46 SECTION 4...

  • Page 47: Configuration And Calibration With Model 275 With Drexelbrook Device Description

    Configuration & Calibration SECTION 4: CONFIGURATION AND CALIBRATION WITH MODEL 275 WITH DREXELBROOK DEVICE DESCRIPTION Drexelbrook Device Description The Drexelbrook Device Description for the Rosemount 275 handheld calibrator makes it easy to calibrate a RCT Series. The device description software is stored in the memory module (located in the back portion) of the calibrator.

  • Page 48: Start-Up

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Start-up After the RCT Series transmitter is installed and loop power is applied, per Section 2, do the following: 1. Connect the Rosemount Model 275 as shown in Figure 4-1. 2. Turn on the Calibrator and look for the ONLINE screen to appear.

  • Page 49: Configuration

    Configuration & Calibration Configuration...

  • Page 50: Calibration

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Configuration (Continued) Following is the keystroke sequence for Configuration using the Model 275 Calibrator. Select Device Setup. Select Configuration Menu. Select Level Config. Select Level Type—edit Level Type—return to Level Config screen. Select Level Units—edit Level Units—return to Level Config screen.

  • Page 51: Point Calibration

    Configuration & Calibration Calibration (Continued) it would be best to use a calculated zero capacitance for the low point and actual level for the high point. While this wouldn’t be as accurate as two known level points, it will be reasonably accurate until an actual low point can be established.

  • Page 52: Capacitance Calibration

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series 4.4.2 Capacitance Calibration Capacitance calibration uses zero and span capacitance values as the calibration data. These values can be obtained from the Drexelbrook Service department (or a previous calibration or identical application). Call 1-800- 527-6297 for assistance.
  • Page 53 Configuration & Calibration D/A Trim Diagram...

  • Page 54: Strapping Table

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series 4.4.4 Strapping Table The strapping table is a 2-point to 21-point table used by the RCT Series to cause output current to follow specified relationship to level. There are certain strapping tables that are already built in to the transmitter software. These are: Linear (vertical tank);...

  • Page 55: Device Description

    Configuration & Calibration SECTION 5: Configuration & Calibration of RCT Series with Model 275 Communicator without a Device Description The Model 275 Communicator can be used to enter and download configuration/ calibration values to the RCT Series transmitter. Range/Span Control Definitions: •...

  • Page 56: Basic Rules & Conventions Of Hart Configuration Software (Model 275)

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Basic Rules & Conventions of HART Configuration Software (Model 275) To become familiar with the operation of the Model 275 Communicator, it is best to review the Operating Manual that comes with the unit. This paragraph reviews some of the basic characteristics of the Model 275 configuration/ calibration software.

  • Page 57: Set Up Procedures

    Configuration & Calibration Set Up Procedures...
  • Page 58 RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Set Up Procedures (Continued)
  • Page 59 Configuration & Calibration Set Up Procedures (Continued)

  • Page 60: Reading Input And Output

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Reading Input and Output Within the Model 275 configuration, there are several different menus that allow you to view the Process Variable (PV) and the Analog Output (AO1). View PV Input: a) select the ONLINE MAIN menu ⇓ b) ⇒1 DEVICE SETUP ⇒...

  • Page 61: Calibration Using Actual Tank Level

    Configuration & Calibration Calibration Using Actual Tank Level When calibrating using a handheld without a device description, tank level must be moved. Calibration is a two-step process. A low point calibration and high point calibration are required. Calibration points do not have to be an empty tank or a full tank.

  • Page 62: Bench Calibration (If Needed)

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Bench Calibration (if needed) When performing a bench calibration tank level will be simulated using a Drexelbrook 401-6-8 C-box. Calibration is a two-step process. A low point calibration and high point calibration are required Hook up a Drexelbrook c-Box in place of the sensing element.

  • Page 63: Bench Calibration Information Sheet

    Configuration & Calibration 5.7.1 Bench Calibration Information Sheet Company City State Customer P.O. Number Item Tag No. Filled out by: Date Phone Material being Measured - Fill out any known information Name of Material: Level Measurement Interface Measurement Dielectric Constant: (K) Conductivity: (g) Vessel Shape Vertical Cylinder...

  • Page 64: Point Calibration

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Point Calibration Equipment Required: • RCT Series HART Smart Transmitter ® • Model 275 HART Calibrator ® • 24V Power source • Approximately 250 ohm total loop resistance • Two known process levels applied to the probe This procedure uses an example of a point calibration for full-scale (20mA) = 35 ft.

  • Page 65: Handheld Calibrator Error Messages

    Configuration & Calibration Handheld Calibrator Error Messages Error Message: Applied Process Too High The applied process at 100% exceeds the capacitance range setting by at least 5% of span. Example: URV = 10 ft., Applied Process = 12 ft. will generate this error.
  • Page 66 SECTION 6...

  • Page 67: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting SECTION 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem/Symptom Tests in order of probability Reference Section(s) Comments Rosemount 268 or 275 Check calibrator connections 6.2 and 6.3 Often a result of loop Calibrator gives error Check for 250Ω resistance (min.) connection problems message that no device was Check voltage at transmitter found Check transmitter...

  • Page 68: Identifying A Problem/Symptom

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Identifying a Problem/Symptom Use Table 6-1 as a guide to find and correct a problem when it occurs. Most problems are not related to transmitter failure. It is important to be methodical when tracking down a problem. If you experience a problem that you cannot solve using this guide, call the Drexelbrook 24-hour Service Hot line at 1-800-527-6297 or 215-674-1234.

  • Page 69: Rosemount Model 268 Or 275 Calibrator Cannot Identify Or Find Device

    Troubleshooting Rosemount Model 268 or 275 Calibrator cannot identify or find device If the Rosemount 268 or 275 calibrator (generic) gives error message that no device description was found, use the following flowchart to troubleshoot. Check: 1. If current greater than 22 mA, disconnect at sensing element and re-check.

  • Page 70: Rct Series Transmitter Does Not Communicate With Drexelbrook Pc Software

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series RCT Series transmitter does not communicate with Drexelbrook PC software Check: 1. If current is greater than 22 mA disconnect at sensing element and re-check. If current returns to normal, check sensing element using checkout procedure in Section 5.7 .

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting Transmitter

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Transmitter To troubleshoot the transmitter, use one of the following Always Install to Local tests, depending on the device used with your calibration. Codes / Requirements / Directives as Mandated Some of the following tests require the use of high quality by the Authority Having fixed capacitors in the picofarad ranges or a Drexelbrook Jurisdiction...

  • Page 72: Transmitter Drift Test

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Troubleshooting Transmitter (Continued) TRANSMITTER TEST - Using a 268 or 275 Handheld WITHOUT a Device Description (Generic Mode) Transmitter 1. Visually verify the span range of the electronic unit. SPARE 2. Using the C-box, adjust the capacitance until 4 mA RANGE SPAN is achieved.

  • Page 73: Troubleshooting Sensing Element

    Troubleshooting 6.6.1 Transmitter Drift Test (Continued) 1. Remove coaxial cable from the transmitter terminals. Transmitter 2. Without changing any data stored in the transmitter, connect a Drexelbrook capacitance substitution box (401-6-8) or an NPO test capacitor mA Meter from the probe terminal to the GND terminal on on Record the transmitter.

  • Page 74: Troubleshooting Coaxial Cable

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series 6.7 Troubleshooting Sensing Element (Continued) Testing the Sensing Element - Step 1 (Figure 6-5) With the material below the sensor, and the coaxial cable disconnected at the sensing element, measure the resistance from the sensing element center connector to ground connector (or condulet).
  • Page 75 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Coaxial Cable (Continued) The only sure way is to inspect the coax and associated conduit for trapped water. 1. Disconnect all three wires of the coaxial cable at the electronic unit. 2. Disconnect all wires at the sensing element end of the coax.

  • Page 76: Static Electricity

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series Static Electricity Static electricity can cause the 4-20 mA output to appear to jump around in an erratic fashion with a time period of few seconds. Applications that are prone to static electricity include insulating liquids that may be agitated or pumped and granulars that may be air-conveyed at high rates of speed.

  • Page 77: Field Service

    Troubleshooting 6.11 Factory Assistance (Continued) • Contact your local Drexelbrook representative, • For Technical Assistance call toll-free: 1-800-527-6297 (US and Canada) or + 215-674-1234 (International), • FAX: + 215-443-5117, • E-mail: drexelbrook.service@ametek.com Please provide the following information: • Instrument Model Number •...
  • Page 78 RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series 6.14 Return Equipment (Continued) • OSHA mandates that our employees be informed and protected from hazardous chemicals. • Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) listing the hazardous materials to which the sensing element has been exposed MUST accompany any repair. •...

  • Page 79: Rct Series Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting 6.15 RCT Series Troubleshooting Guide AMETEK Drexelbrook AMETEK Drexelbrook™ RCT Series Troubleshooting Guide Universal III Mark II Troubleshooting Guide Service Department (800) 527-6297 FAX(215) 443-5117 Service Department (800) 527-6297 FAX (215) 443-5117 Service Dept. Contact Customer Name Company City/State Phone # Fax # Purchase Order #...
  • Page 80 SECTION 7...

  • Page 81: Section 7: Specifications

    Specifications SECTION 7: SPECIFICATIONS 7.1 Transmitter Specifications Power Requirement • 12 to 30 VDC • Minimum of 12 VDC at 20 mA Input Range • 409-T: 1.0 to 40,000 pF Output Range • 4-20 mA Accuracy • ± 0.25% of range. Accuracy includes the combined effects of linearity, hysteresis, and repeatability.

  • Page 82: Coaxial Cable Specifications

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series 7.1 Transmitter Specifications (Continued) Calibration Adjustments • Range Span, 6 positions (back panel) Lowest Permitted Resistance (bare sensing element to ground) causing 5% error in each model: • 600 ohms - 409-TX0, 2 • 100K ohms - 409-TX1, 3 Intrinsic Safety •...

  • Page 83: Approvals Available

    Specifications Approvals Available 7.4.1 ATEX Approvals - Install Per 420-0004-203-ID Integral Systems 0344 IP65 270-0101-812 RCT Series II 1 GD EEx ia IIC T4 Level Control 205 KEITH VALLEY ROAD HORSHAM, PA 19044 Amb Temp -40˚C...+75˚C Ui = 30V 0344 Ii = 140 mA II 1 GD EEx ia IIC T4 T135˚C Pi = 1W...

  • Page 84: Csa Approvals - Install Per 420-0004-225-Cd

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series 7.4.2 CSA Approvals - Install Per 420-0004-225-CD Intrinsically Safe Class I, Div. 1, Groups A, B, C and D; Class II, Div. 1, Group E, F and G; Class III Class I, Zone 0: Ex ia IIC Class I, Div.

  • Page 85: Normal Maintenance

    Normal Maintenance SECTION 8: NORMAL MAINTENANCE Viewport Cleaning The viewport (if supplied) is made of Borosilicate glass and can be cleaned with any common glass cleaning product (e.g.: Windex™, Isopropyl alcohol, etc.) that is suitable for the Class and Division rating of the specific system installation.
  • Page 86 APPENDIX A...

  • Page 87: Appendix A: Approval Drawings

    Appendix A APPENDIX A: APPROVAL DRAWINGS A.1 ATEX APPROVAL DRAWINGS...
  • Page 88 RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series A.1 ATEX APPROVAL DRAWINGS (Continued)
  • Page 89 Appendix A A.1 ATEX APPROVAL DRAWINGS (Continued)
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  • Page 97 Appendix A A.1 ATEX APPROVAL DRAWINGS (Continued) A-11...

  • Page 98: Csa Approval Drawings

    RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series A.2 CSA APPROVAL DRAWINGS A-12...
  • Page 99 Appendix A A.2 CSA APPROVAL DRAWINGS (Continued) A-13...
  • Page 100 RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series A.2 CSA APPROVAL DRAWINGS (Continued) A-14...
  • Page 101 Appendix A A.2 CSA APPROVAL DRAWINGS (Continued) A-15...
  • Page 102 RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series A.2 CSA APPROVAL DRAWINGS (Continued) A-16...
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  • Page 104 RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series A.2 CSA APPROVAL DRAWINGS (Continued) A-18...
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  • Page 106 RCT 10, 11, 12, 13 Series A.2 CSA APPROVAL DRAWINGS (Continued) A-20...
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