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FlowLine EchoPro LR11 Series Quick Start Manual

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QS301900 Rev B

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  • Page 1                   ©2018 Flowline, Inc. All Rights Reserved Made in USA       QS301900 Rev B Flowline, Inc. | 10500 Humbolt Street, Los Alamitos, CA 90720 p 562.598.3015 f 562.431.8507 w flowline.com...

  • Page 2: Quick Start

    If you run into an issue that is not addressed here or wish to install or set up with a non- ® standard configuration, please address the EchoPro Manual or refer to the Flowline website at www.flowline.com. WE DO YOUR LEVEL BEST ®...

  • Page 3: Fcc Conformity

    FCC CONFORMITY This instrument complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this instrument may not cause harmful interference, and; (2) this instrument must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 4: Using The Display

    USING THE DISPLAY The display module features a dot matrix LCD display with 4 push buttons on a removable puck. Out of the box, the display indicates level in feet and depicts the level within the 4-20mA span on a bar graph at the right side of the display. The four buttons perform the following functions: ...

  • Page 5: Basic Configuration Overview

    BASIC CONFIGURATION OVERVIEW Below are the 9 basic steps to configure the sensor for operation. Each step is described in detail on the following pages 1) Measure the Tank a) Begin by measuring the key tank and fitting dimensions. Correct tank dimensions will result in accurate sensor measurement.

  • Page 6: Step 1 - Measure The Tank

    STEP 1 – MEASURE THE TANK Measuring the tank is one of the most important aspects Measurement Reference Chart in configuring the sensor. When measuring the tank, LR16 Series LR11 Series take into account the location of the sensor with respect (Threaded Version) to fittings, risers, dome tops and bottoms, and identify where the measurements are taken from the sensor.
  • Page 7 CONE BOTTOM TANKS ® When installing the EchoPro on a tank with a cone bottom, the geometry of the bottom part of the tank can influence the sensor’s configuration. If your requirement is to measure into the cone, location of the sensor is critical.
  • Page 8 STEP 2 – SET THE UNITS OF MEASUREMENT This function sets the units for all measurement values to be entered into the sensor. The choices for units are feet and meters. The unit is shipped with a default setting of feet. 1.
  • Page 9 STEP 3 – SET THE SENSOR HEIGHT (4mA) This function sets the Sensor Height point corresponding to an empty position in the tank. The measured distance of Sensor Height from the sensor will set the 4mA location as well as establish the 0% span of the sensor.
  • Page 10 STEP 4 – SET THE FILL-HEIGHT (20mA) This function sets the Fill-Height point corresponding to a full position in the tank. The measured distance of Fill-Height from the 0% or empty position will set the 20mA location as well as establish the 100% span of the sensor.
  • Page 11 STEP 5 - SET THE MAX. RANGE (MAXIMUM RANGE) This function sets the maximum operational range for the sensor. This setting defines the maximum distance that the sensor will detect valid echo returns. 1. From the Main Screen, press OK to advance into the Main Menu.

  • Page 12: Step 6 - Set The Dead Band

    STEP 6 - SET THE DEAD BAND This function sets the Dead Band for the sensor. This setting defines the minimum distance that the sensor will detect valid echo returns. While the Dead Band setting is typically configured to be equal with or slightly above (higher in the tank) the Full Configuration setting (20 mA), its functions independently of Full Configuration.
  • Page 13 STEP 7 – CHECK THE ECHO CURVE This function displays the primary echo return(s) that the sensor is seeing graphically, the location and amplitude of the return(s), and the numeric air gap distance from the sensor’s measurement location to the liquid level below. Note: This step should only be performed after having completed the prior six configuration steps with the sensor installed on the tank.
  • Page 14 (determined by its beam angle) over distance. Refer to the Beam Angle Chart to determine, what if any, additional measurement space is required to be free of such obstacles. If such items are present, then a False Echo Curve configuration must be done (refer to the product manual found at www.flowline.com). Beam Angle 8°...
  • Page 15 2) The sensor must be installed with the antenna perpendicular to the surface of the liquid. 3) The sensor must be installed with a distance ≥ 19.7” (500mm) from the side wall of the tank. 4) The liquid level must not be allowed to enter into the dead band (blanking zone) of the sensor. 5) The sensor installation must be done in accordance with relevant local or federal safety regulations.
  • Page 16 STEP 9 – WIRE THE SENSOR Remove the Display: To access the terminal strip and conduit ports, you first need to remove the display. Gently twist the display counter-clockwise until you feel the display unlock from the housing. Next, lift the display from the housing to view the terminal strip and wire access ports.
  • Page 17 HMI FOR LR31 SENSOR (USING LR98 DISPLAY) The LR98 display is the HMI for the LR31 and is used to configure the sensor. The LR98 is NOT approved for use within intrinsically safe applications and should NOT be used within classified hazardous environments. Use the LR98 to configure the sensor and remove after the sensor has been configured.

  • Page 18: Analog Output (4-20 Ma)

    ANALOG OUTPUT (4-20 MA) ® The analog output of the EchoPro is a loop powered 4-20 mA control circuit. The typical way to use this feature is to connect a positive supply to the (+) input and to sense the current flow out of the (-) output with a sampling resistor as shown in the following control drawing.
  • Page 19 WIRING TO DISPLAYS, CONTROLLERS & PLC’s Below are examples of how to wire EchoPro™ to common displays, controllers and PLC’s. DataView™ LI55 Series Level Controller DataLoop™ LI23 Series Level Indicator (With Backlight) Note: Always refer to the Control Drawing 301901 for further wiring QS301900 Rev B...
  • Page 20 WIRING TO DISPLAYS, CONTROLLERS & PLC’s Below are examples of how to wire EchoPro™ to common displays, controllers and PLC’s. Generic PLC Generic Loop Powered Display   Note: Always refer to the Control Drawing 301901 for further wiring   QS301900 Rev B...

  • Page 21: Hart ® Wiring

    HART 7.0 certified and can be configured using a HART communicator. The Device Descriptor (DD) files have been released on the Flowline website and can be installed onto your communicator. The files can be found on the individual EchoPro product pages. Simply click on your sensor from the EchoPro Liquid page (https://www.flowline.com/echopro-liquid-radar/).
  • Page 22 HART modem with emulation software. Be sure to download from the Flowline website and load the Device Descriptor (DD) files onto your communicator or emulation software. The DD files can be found on the individual EchoPro product ®...
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  • Page 24: Warranty

    PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS ON BEHALF OF FLOWLINE. This warranty will be interpreted pursuant to the laws of the State of California. If any portion of this warranty is held to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason, such finding will not invalidate any other provision of this warranty.

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