Section 3: Mechanical Installation
November 2014
3.4
Mounting
Mount the transmitter on a nozzle on top of the tank making sure only qualified personnel
perform the installation.
The transmitter housing must not be opened.
If the transmitter housing must be removed for service, make sure the PTFE sealing is carefully
protected against dust and water.
3.4.1
Cone antenna flange connection
Figure 3-18. Mounting the Rosemount 5400 with Cone Antenna and Flange
C
D
1.
2.
3.
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A
B
Place a gasket on top of the tank flange.
Lower the transmitter with antenna and flange into the tank nozzle.
Tighten the bolts and nuts with sufficient torque for the flange and gasket choice.
A. Transmitter housing
B. Nut, 40 Nm (30 Lbft)
C. Bolt
E
D. Nut
E. Locking screw
F. Flange
G. Cone antenna
H. Gasket
F
I. Tank flange
G
J. Nozzle
H
I
J
Reference Manual
00809-0100-4026, Rev HA
Mechanical Installation