Confirm approval type........................5 Mount the transmitter........................6 Align transmitter head....................... 16 Adjust display orientation (optional)..................18 Prepare the electrical connections....................19 Connect wiring and power up.....................26 Configure transmitter using Guided Setup................. 30 Assemble the segmented cone antenna..................32 Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters...
June 2019 Quick Start Guide About this guide This Quick Start Guide provides basic guidelines for the Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters. Refer to the Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS ® ™ with HART Reference Manual and Rosemount 5408 with F...
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This is true for all systems used within the facility. CAUTION Hot surfaces The flange and process seal may be hot at high process temperatures. Allow to cool before servicing. Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters...
June 2019 Quick Start Guide Confirm approval type For hazardous locations transmitters labeled with multiple approval types: Procedure Permanently mark the checkbox of the selected approval type(s). Figure 2-1: Label with Multiple Approval Types Quick Start Guide...
1. Place a suitable gasket on the tank flange. 2. Lower transmitter with antenna and flange into the nozzle. 3. Tighten bolts and nuts with sufficient torque for the flange and gasket choice. Postrequisites Align the transmitter head (see Align transmitter head). Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters...
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June 2019 Quick Start Guide Flanged version with air purge ring (option code PC1) Prerequisites If applicable, assemble the segmented cone antenna (see Assemble the segmented cone antenna). Procedure 1. Place a suitable gasket on the tank flange. 2. Place the purge ring over the gasket. 3.
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B. 0.4 in. (10 mm) Table 3-1: Incoming Air Supply Specification Maximum pressure Recommended pressure 190 psi (13 bar) 100 to 115 psi (7 to 8 bar) Postrequisites Align the transmitter head (see Align transmitter head). Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters...
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June 2019 Quick Start Guide Threaded version, antenna diameter smaller than thread diameter 3.3.1 Threaded tank connection Prerequisites If applicable, assemble the segmented cone antenna (see Assemble the segmented cone antenna). Procedure 1. Apply anti-seize paste or PTFE tape on threads according to your site procedures.
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3. Tighten the bolts and nuts with sufficient torque for the flange and gasket choice. 4. Apply anti-seize paste or PTFE tape on threads according to your site procedures. Gasket may be used as a sealant for adapters with 1½- or 2-in. BSPP (G) threads. Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters...
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June 2019 Quick Start Guide 5. Lower transmitter with antenna into the nozzle. A. Gasket (for 1½-in. and 2-in. BSPP (G) threads only) Postrequisites Align the transmitter head (see Align transmitter head). Threaded version, antenna diameter larger than thread diameter Prerequisites If applicable, assemble the segmented cone antenna (see Assemble the...
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A. Gasket (for 1½-in. and 2-in. BSPP (G) threads only) 4. Mount the antenna. Note Visually inspect the microwave launcher for damage and dirt. Torque 5 in-lb (0.5 N-m) H2 mm Torque 250 in-lb (28 N-m) 38 mm Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters...
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June 2019 Quick Start Guide 5. Place a suitable gasket on the tank flange. 6. Lower transmitter with antenna and flange into the nozzle. 7. Tighten the bolts and nuts with sufficient torque for the flange and gasket choice. 8. Screw the adapter until it is properly tightened. Postrequisites Align the transmitter head (see Align transmitter...
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Bracket mounting Procedure 1. Mount the bracket to the pipe/wall. On pipe: A. Horizontal pipe B. Vertical pipe On wall: 2. Mount the holder to the bracket. 3. Unscrew and remove the antenna. H2 mm Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters...
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June 2019 Quick Start Guide Note Be careful not to scratch the microwave launcher. The microwave launcher is sensitive to mechanical impacts. 4. Screw the transmitter into the holder. 5. Mount the antenna. Torque 5 in-lb (0.5 N-m) H2 mm 38 mm Postrequisites Align the transmitter head (see...
Align the external ground screw toward the holes of the still pipe (see Figure 4-2). Chamber Align the external ground screw toward the process connections (see Figure 4-3). 3. Tighten the nut. Torque 355 in-lb (40 N-m) 60 mm Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters...
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June 2019 Quick Start Guide Figure 4-1: Open Tank Figure 4-2: Still pipe Figure 4-3: Chamber Quick Start Guide...
(up to 360° from thread limit). 3. Re-tighten the set screw. Figure 5-1: Rotate the Transmitter Housing Torque 30 in-lb (3 N-m) H3/32 in. Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters...
June 2019 Quick Start Guide Prepare the electrical connections Cable selection Table 6-1: Recommended Cable Size Protocol Wire diameter ® 4–20 mA/HART 24-14 AWG ™ Fieldbus 18 AWG, Fieldbus type A cable OUNDATION Twisted pairs and shielded wiring are recommended for environments with high EMI (electromagnetic interference).
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D. Connect drain wire to the power supply ground Note Do not ground the shield and its drain wire at the transmitter. If the cable shield touches the transmitter housing, it can create ground loops and interfere with communications. Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters...
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June 2019 Quick Start Guide Power supply ® 4-20 mA/HART The transmitter operates on 12-42.4 Vdc (12-30 Vdc in Intrinsically Safe installations) at the transmitter terminals. ™ FISCO/F Fieldbus OUNDATION The transmitter operates on 9-32 Vdc (9-30 Vdc in Intrinsically Safe installations and 9-17.5 Vdc for FISCO) at the transmitter terminals.
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Wiring diagram ® Figure 6-4: 4-20 mA/HART Communication A. Handheld communicator B. Approved IS barrier (for Intrinsically Safe installations only) C. HART modem D. Load resistance (≥250 Ω) E. Current meter F. Power supply Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters...
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June 2019 Quick Start Guide Figure 6-5: 4-20 mA/HART Communication - Terminal Block with TEST Terminal A. Handheld communicator B. Approved IS barrier (for Intrinsically Safe installations only) C. HART modem D. Load resistance (≥250 Ω) E. Current meter F. Power supply G.
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June 2019 ™ Figure 6-6: F Fieldbus OUNDATION A. Handheld communicator B. Approved IS barrier (for Intrinsically Safe installations only) C. F Fieldbus modem OUNDATION D. Power supply The terminals are not polarity sensitive. Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters...
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June 2019 Quick Start Guide Figure 6-7: F Fieldbus - Terminal Block with Built-in OUNDATION Terminator and Connections for Daisy-chaining A. Tankbus B. Cable shield (insulate from touching the transmitter housing) C. Built-in terminator (connect jumper if last device on the fieldbus segment) D.
3. Remove the plastic plugs. 4. Pull the cable through the cable gland/conduit. Identification of thread size and type: Unless marked, the conduit/cable entries in the transmitter housing use a ½–14 NPT thread form. Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters...
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June 2019 Quick Start Guide 5. Connect the cable wires (see Wiring diagram). Torque 7 in-lb (0.8 N-m) 6. Ensure proper grounding (see Grounding). 7. Tighten the cable gland. Apply PTFE tape or other sealant to the threads. Note Make sure to arrange the wiring with a drip loop. 8.
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Make sure the cover is fully engaged. There should be no gap between the cover and the housing. c) Turn the jam screw counterclockwise until it contacts the cover. Required for explosion-proof/flameproof installations only. Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters...
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June 2019 Quick Start Guide d) Turn the jam screw an additional ½ turn counterclockwise to secure the cover. 10. Connect the power supply. Note It may take up to 15 seconds before the LCD display lights up. Quick Start Guide...
The FDI Package or DD is typically installed together with the configuration tool. The latest FDI Package is available at Emerson.com/RosemountRadarMasterPlus. The latest DD is available at Emerson.com/DeviceInstallKits. Configure using Rosemount Radar Master Plus The options available in the Guided Setup wizard include all items required for basic operation.
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1. Turn on the handheld communicator and connect to the device. 2. Select Configure → Guided Setup. 3. Select Basic Setup and follow the on-screen instructions. Learn more Visit Emerson.com/Rosemount to download the Rosemount 5408 and ® 5408:SIS with HART Reference Manual and Rosemount 5408 with ™...
1. Insert the segment into the cone antenna until it bottoms. 2. Mark where to cut the segment. 3. Remove and cut the segment at the marking. 4. Remove any burrs. 5. Insert the segment into the cone antenna until it bottoms. Rosemount 5408 and 5408:SIS Level Transmitters...
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June 2019 Quick Start Guide 6. Secure the segment to the antenna. Note Be careful of sharp edges. Wear protective gloves! 7. Measure the Antenna Extension Length (L). Antenna Extension Length (L): 8. Update the transmitter configuration to the new Antenna Extension Length (L).
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