Tanks With Dish-Shaped And Conical Bottoms; Mounting Restrictions - Honeywell RM640 Handbook

RM640
Number of devices that can be operated in a silo
Figure 3-6: There is no maximum limit to the number of devices that can be operated in the same silo
There is no maximum limit to the number of devices that can be operated in the same silo. They
can be installed adjacent to other radar level transmitters.

3.6.2 Tanks with dish-shaped and conical bottoms

Dish-shaped or conical bottoms have an effect on the measuring range. The device cannot
measure to the bottom of the tank. If possible, install the device as shown in the illustration that
follows:
Figure 3-7: Tanks with dish-shaped or conical bottoms
1 Axis of radar beam
2 Minimum level reading

3.7 Mounting restrictions

CAUTION!
Follow these recommendations to make sure that the device measures correctly. They have an
effect on the performance of the device.
We recommend that you prepare the installation when the tank is empty.
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