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- Page 1 Model R95 Installation and Operating Manual Through-Air Radar Level Transmitter 7xxx 6xxx 5xxx 4xxx 3xxx 2xxx 1xxx...
- Page 2 Magnetrol/STI will repair or replace the control at no cost avoided, could result in serious injury or death. to the purchaser (or owner) other than transportation.
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Page 3: Complete Installation
• Record the model and serial numbers for future reference when ordering parts. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Handling Procedure Magnetrol’s electronic instruments are manufactured to the highest quality standards. These instruments use electronic components that may be damaged by static electricity pres- ent in most work environments. - Page 4 Before You Begin 1.3.1 Site Preparation Each Through-Air Radar transmitter is built to match the specific physical specifications of the required installation. Make sure the antenna connection is correct for the threaded or flanged mounting on the vessel or tank where the trans- mitter will be placed.
- Page 5 Make sure all mounting connections are properly in place on the tank before installing the transmitter. Compare the nameplate on the antenna and transmitter with the product information; make sure the antenna type and mount are correct for the intended installation. 1.4.1 Installing the Transmitter Before installing, make sure the: •...
- Page 6 Wiring Caution The Through-Air Radar transmitter operates at volt- ages of 20-36 VDC (GP), 20-28.6 VDC (IS) and 20-36 VDC (XP). Higher voltage will damage the transmitter. Wiring between the power supply and the Through-Air Radar transmitter should be made using 18-22 AWG shielded twisted pair instrument cable.
- Page 7 To install Intrinsically Safe wiring: 1. Make sure the IS barrier is properly installed in the safe area (refer to local plant or facility procedures). Complete the wiring from the barrier to the Through-Air Radar transmitter. 2. Remove the cover to the wiring compartment of the trans- mitter.
- Page 8 Configuring the Transmitter The Through-Air Radar transmitter comes configured from the factory and can be reconfigured in the shop. Bench configuration provides a convenient and efficient way to set up the transmitter before going to the tank site to complete the installation. Before configuring the transmitter, collect the operating parameters information.
- Page 9 The keypad has three arrows used to scroll through the displays and to calibrate the transmitter – the Up and Down Arrow ( ) keys and the Enter ( ) key. Function in Function in Arrows Display Mode Configuration Mode Up and Down Moves forward and backward Increases or decreases the in the configuration program...