4B Binswitch BS1V3FC Operation Manual

Capacitance point level switch

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CAPACITANCE POINT LEVEL SWITCH
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C
US
APPROVED
Class II Div. 1
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATION MANUAL
Part No's. BS1V3FC, BS1V4FC, BS1V6FC
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Summary of Contents for 4B Binswitch BS1V3FC

  • Page 1 Binswitch CAPACITANCE POINT LEVEL SWITCH ® APPROVED Class II Div. 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION MANUAL Part No’s. BS1V3FC, BS1V4FC, BS1V6FC www.go4b.com/usa...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CUSTOMER SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES Page 4 - 5 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Page 6 SPECIFICATIONS Page 6 DIMENSIONS Page 6 INSTALLATION Page 7 STANDARD WIRING DIAGRAM Page 8 SENSOR CALIBRATION Page 8 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING Page 9 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Page 9 PARTS &...
  • Page 4: Customer Safety Responsibilities

    Please read the safety precautions carefully before operating the product. With each product you purchase from 4B, there are some basic but important safety considerations you must follow to be sure your purchase is permitted to perform its design function and operate properly and safely, giving you many years of reliable service.
  • Page 5 Correct installation of the product is important for safety and performance. If you have not asked 4B to perform the installation of the unit on your behalf, it is critical for the safety of your operation and those who may perform work on your operation that you select a qualified and competent electrical installer to undertake the installation.
  • Page 6: Product Overview

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW The Binswitch Sensor detects level or plug situations for bulk granular solids or liquids in tanks, bins, or silos and can be used as a plug or choke detector in chutes, conveyors and elevator legs. A two color LED shows material present or absent.
  • Page 7: Installation

    INSTALLATION The Binswitch may be mounted horizontally or vertically. 4B offers two mounts, SMP or the BMPG36 (see illustrations below). If the Binswitch must be located in the path of an abrasive material, use in conjunction with the Binswitch Abrasion Shield (BAS). It is important that the Binswitch is not located in the direct flow path of any abrasive material.
  • Page 8: Standard Wiring Diagram

    STANDARD WIRING DIAGRAM All wiring must be In accordance with local and national electrical codes and should be undertaken by an experienced and qualified electrician. Always use dust/liquid tight flexible metal conduit with approved fittings to protect the sensor cables. Use rigid metal conduit to protect the cables from the sensors to the control unit.
  • Page 9: Testing And Commissioning

    3. Introduce material to the Binswitch. If calibrated correctly, the Binswitch will activate when material has been detected. Machinery shut down will depend on your specific monitoring setup. 4B recommends an instant shutdown when maximum fill level or a plug condition has been detected.
  • Page 10: Parts & Accessories

    PARTS & ACCESSORIES BMPA MOUNT BAS ABRASION SHIELD Urethane compression fit- Urethane abrasion shield/ ting mount with 1-1/4” NPT mount for high-abrasion or external thread liquid applications BSM3 CLAMP MOUNT SMP MOUNTING PLATE HDP clamp style mount Zinc plated steel with 1-1/4” NPT coupling (available in stainless steel) A34NPT CONDUIT ADAPTER BMPG36 GLAND MOUNT...
  • Page 11: Product Warranty

    DEFECTS IN WORKMANSHIP OR MATERIALS UNDER NORMAL USE FOR ONE (1) YEAR AFTER DATE OF PURCHASE FROM 4B. ANY PRODUCT DETERMINED BY 4B AT ITS SOLE DISCRETION TO BE DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP AND RETURNED TO A 4B BRANCH OR AUTHORIZED SERVICE LOCATION, AS 4B DESIGNATES, SHIPPING COSTS PREPAID, WILL BE, AS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY, REPAIRED OR REPLACED AT 4B’S OPTION.
  • Page 12 Fax: +33 (0) 3 22 42 37 33 Tel: +27 (0) 11 708 6114 Tel: +61 (0) 7 3711 2565 Fax: +27 (0) 11 708 1654 Fax: +61 (0) 7 3711 2574 www.go4b.com Copyright © 2014 4B Group - All Rights Reserved REV061014...

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