How Do I Update The Firmware - Siemens SITRANS FC430 Operating Instructions Manual

If solid particles are present in the liquid, they must be homogeneously distributed and have
similar density as the liquid. Otherwise they can cause relatively large measurement errors.
It is important that the sensor is installed such that solid particles can easily run out of the
sensor.
1. Ensure that the sensor is installed vertically with an upwards flow.
2. Check if solid particles are present in the liquid:
Take a sample of the liquid, fill a glass and see if the solids precipitate.
10.3.3

How do I update the firmware?

1. Download the new firmware bundle from (www.siemens.com/FC430) and save it to the
SensorFlash. An instruction is also available at this site.
2. Access the flowmeter with access level Expert (the default PIN code is 2834).
3. Enter menu item 3.1.2 (FW Update), select the saved firmware bundle version and press
Note
Firmware update
FW update is to be done only by authorized and trained service personnel.
10.4 Diagnosing with PDM
Diagnosing with PDM
SIMATIC PDM is a suitable tool for diagnosing the device.
You can use SIMATIC PDM to read all available parameters to a table for analyzing offline,
view online/actual process values and online/actual diagnostic information.
Requirements
The following procedure must be completed before diagnosing:
● Installation of PDM and PDM device driver
● Connection of communications or digital communications interface
Refer to "Commissioning with PDM" (Page 114).
FC430 (From firmware 4.0)
Operating Instructions, 06/2017, A5E39789392-AA
. The firmware update progress is shown in the display.
Diagnosing and troubleshooting
10.4 Diagnosing with PDM
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