Mounting The Sensor - Siemens SITRANS FC430 Operating Instructions Manual

4.4.4

Mounting the sensor

NOTICE
Incorrect mounting
The device can be damaged, destroyed, or its functionality impaired through improper
mounting.
• Before installing ensure there is no visible damage to the device.
• Make sure that process connectors are clean, and suitable gaskets and glands are
• Mount the device using suitable tools. Refer to the information in Installation torques
Unsuitable connecting parts
Danger of injury or poisoning.
In case of improper mounting hot, toxic and corrosive process media could be released at
the connections.
• Ensure that connecting parts (such as flange gaskets and bolts) are suitable for
● Install the sensor in well-supported pipelines in order to support the weight of the
flowmeter.
● Center the connecting pipelines axially in order to assure a stress-free installation. The
flowmeter must not be used to bring the rest of the pipework into line; make sure the
pipework is correctly aligned before inserting the flow sensor.
● Install two supports or hangers symmetrically and stress-free on the pipeline in close
proximity to the process connections.
Note
Handling
Never lift the flowmeter using the housing, that is always lift the sensor body.
FC430 with HART
Operating Instructions, 05/2015, A5E03361511-AF
used.
(Page 207) for installation torque requirements.
WARNING
connection and process media.
Installing/mounting
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