Nivotemp NT-ELD 1 Introduction 1.1 Intended Use Level switches are used to monitor the liquid level and temperature in fluid systems. Level switches must not be used in highly flammable or corrosive liquids. The medium must not contain particles, particularly metallic particles, to prevent deposits on the float or between the float and switching tube.
Nivotemp NT-ELD 2 Safety instructions 2.1 Important advice Operation of the device is only valid if: – the product is used under the conditions described in the installation- and operation instruction, the intended application according to the type plate and the intended use. In case of unauthorized modifications done by the user Bühler Technolo- gies GmbH can not be held responsible for any damage, –...
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Nivotemp NT-ELD Maintenance, Repair Please note during maintenance and repairs: – Repairs to the unit must be performed by Bühler authorised personnel. – Only perform conversion-, maintenance or installation work described in these operating and installation instructions. – Always use genuine spare parts.
Nivotemp NT-ELD 3 Transport and storage Only transport the product inside the original packaging or a suitable alternative. The equipment must be protected from moisture and heat when not in use. It must be stored in a covered, dry, dust-free room at room temperature.
Nivotemp NT-ELD 4 Setup and connection DANGER Toxic, acidic gases/liquids Protect yourself from toxic, corrosive gasses/liquids when performing any type of work. Wear appropriate protective equipment. 4.1 Assembly Please note before installing the level switch! After transport and delivery of the level switch, the switching status of the bistable contacts may be different than required for proper operation.
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Nivotemp NT-ELD Contact protective circuits for reed switches For direct current voltage a recovery diode per figure A must be connected parallel to the contact. For alternating current voltage an RC circuit per Figure B and Table 1 must be connected parallel to the contact.
Nivotemp NT-ELD 5 Operation and control NOTICE The device must not be operated beyond its specifications. 5.1 Start-up procedure The device will automatically switch on when connected to power. It will first briefly display the software version, at which time the device will also check the built-in components.
Nivotemp NT-ELD 5.3 General key functions The keys below the display are used for operation. The menu controls are detailed in the following chapters. Mode Function – Measurement display: Change measured variables displayed. – In the menu: Move down one menu level.
Nivotemp NT-ELD 5.5 Menu overview The menu structure is based on the VDMA standard sheet 24574-1. The menu structure is hierarchic. The top menu level contains the main menu items, e.g. tEMP, F, diA, E. Each main menu has additional submenu items.
Nivotemp NT-ELD 5.6 Changing basic settings The general basic settings can be changed under menu Basic Settings Extended Functions (bEF). These settings will affect the measurement display and the configuration options in the various main menus. Here you can also change the switching output assignment.
Nivotemp NT-ELD 5.6.3 Set temperature unit This is where the unit symbol for the temperature is configured: t. u ni Selection menu Basic EF b. E F Set Unit Temp Basic Adv. Functions Temperature unit ; C - ; F...
Nivotemp NT-ELD 5.6.6 Restore factory settings (Reset) Use the Reset function (rES) to restore the factory settings. All changes will be lost. Since this will also reset the limits, you must check the temperature settings. b. E F Reset Confirm Basic EF Basic Adv.
Nivotemp NT-ELD 5.7 Switching outputs All switching outputs are configured the same way. The switching output number is therefore represented by x. Open the switching output to be configured from the menu for the respective measured variable. ____ Display ____...
Nivotemp NT-ELD Example: = 15 °C, F IHi Frequency output If the output is defined as a frequency out- F ILo = 80 °C with temperature T and frequency f: put, a square wave signal with a frequency between 1 Hz and 100 Hz proportional to the F ILo T ≤...
Nivotemp NT-ELD 5.7.3 Switching output x: Lower switching limit (switch-back point) The lower switching limit for switching output Out 1 can be defined in the following submenu: tEMP Out X out_ ____ ____ Measured variable rPI FLI F I. L o...
Nivotemp NT-ELD 5.7.6 Switching output x: Testing the switching output The switching output test can be started with the following menu: ____ Out X Check Out X Measured variable out_ EF X C. o u_ Selection menu ____ Settings menu OUTX...
Nivotemp NT-ELD Factory setting Status function State Status LED 3 inverted Temperature rises to > 70 °C PNP switching output 3 closed LED3 ON LED3 OFF Temperature rises to > 80 °C Error PNP switching output 4 closed LED4 and LED3 ON only LED4 ON Temperature falls to <...
Nivotemp NT-ELD 5.8.2 Analogue output x: Lower limit assignment Used to configure at which temperature to output the minimum analogue signal. This is configured in menu: ____ Analog OutX Analog MinX A I. L o Selection menu ____ Measured variable Settings menu Analog X [ o.
Nivotemp NT-ELD 5.9 Diagnostic options The device is able to log events for a switching output. The LED lighting up is considered an event. The logging of switching pro- cedures therefore depends on how the LED switching function is configured.
Nivotemp NT-ELD 5.9.2 Maximum and minimum temperature Used to view or delete the saved maximum and minimum temperature: Diagnostic Max/Min Temp t. M M ____ Selection menu ____ - --- Diagnostics menu Max/Min Memory The journal entries will be displayed as: Example: –...
Nivotemp NT-ELD 6 Cleaning and Maintenance This device is maintenance-free. The method for cleaning the devices must be adapted to the IP protection class of the devices. Do not use cleaners which could damage the device materials. Bühler Technologies GmbH...
Nivotemp NT-ELD 7 Service and repair This chapter contains information on troubleshooting and correction should an error occur during operation. Repairs to the unit must be performed by Bühler authorised personnel. Please contact our Service Department with any questions: Tel.: +49-(0)2102-498955 or your agent If the equipment is not functioning properly after correcting any malfunctions and switching on the power, it must be inspected by the manufacturer.
Nivotemp NT-ELD 8 Disposal Dispose of parts so as not to endanger the health or environment. Follow the laws in the country of use for disposing of elec- tronic components and devices during disposal. Bühler Technologies GmbH BE100026 ◦ 08/2017...
Nivotemp NT-ELD 9 Appendices 9.1 Technical Data NT-ELD Version Dimensions Operating pressure: max. 1 bar Housing swivels M12x1 by min. 270° Operating temperature: -20 °C to +80 °C Float: SK 171 Min. fluid density: 0.80 kg/dm³ LEDs Lengths (all versions): 280, 370, 500 mm (standard) 10°...
Nivotemp NT-ELD 9.2 NT-ELD temperature outputs Choose from the following switching outputs: Version 1T-KT Plug (base): 2 x M12 – 4-pin 2 x M12 – 4-pin Switching outputs: 2 x freely programmable 1 x freely programmable Alarm memory: 1 switching output assignable to alarm...
Nivotemp NT-ELD 9.4 Current settings Switching outputs Basic Settings Diagnostics o. u ni SJ. o u t. u ni dt. M M o. H i o. L o r. o u1 r. o u2 r. o u3 r. o u4 Analogue outputs A1.
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Nivotemp NT-ELD none (non2) (2 fixed-point numbers) Range x Resolution x < 5 0.01 5 <= x < 10 0.02 10 <= x < 20 0.05 20 <= x < 50 50 <= x < 100 100 <= x Example no unit: Min = 100, Max = 1500 ->...
Nivotemp NT-ELD 9.7 Menu Sequence Overview Main menu Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Settings and Display Menu Configuration t___ Shortcut Equipment configuration or 60s no action: Exit main/submenu ____ ____ Display Switch ____ ____ Switches the measurement display level/temperature...
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RMA - Dekontaminierungserklärung RMA - Decontamination Statement DE/EN Gültig ab / valid since: 2014/11/01 Revision / Revision 1 ersetzt Rev. / replaces Rev. 0 Bitte füllen Sie diese Dekontaminierungserklärung für jedes Please complete this decontamination statement for each einzelne Gerät aus. individual item Gerät / Device RMA-Nr /...