Operation Troubleshooting; Copying The Application Setup From One Device To Another; Troubleshooting Sensor-Related Problems - Siemens SITRANS F Series Operating Instructions Manual

Diagnostics and troubleshooting

10.3 Operation troubleshooting

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10.3 Operation troubleshooting
10.3.1

Copying the application setup from one device to another

1. Remove the SensorFlash from the source device and insert the SensorFlash into the
destination device. The destination device disables the backup and signals an alarm.
2. Enter "Copy configuration" (menu item 1.8), select "OK" and press
copying. All application setup parameters are moved from the SensorFlash to the device.
Backup is still disabled and alarm signaled.
3. Remove the SensorFlash from the destination device and insert the original SensorFlash.
The device synchronizes the parameters to the SensorFlash. The alarm is cleared.
10.3.2

Troubleshooting sensor-related problems

Incorrect and unstable measurements, especially at low flows, are typically a result of an
unstable zero point due to:
● Incorrect installation
● Bubbles in the liquid
● Vibrations or cross talk
● Solid particles settling in the liquid
Follow the 4-step guide to troubleshooting:
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
The guide enables you to trace the reason for incorrect measurements and to improve the
application.
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Internal error in sensor
Unstable measurement
condition
Auto filtering
Sensor startup
Preliminary application inspection (Page 98)
Zero point adjustment (Page 98)
Measurement error calculation (Page 98)
Application improvement (Page 98)
Cause/Action
Contact your local Siemens representative.
Check if air is present in the liquid and that the flowmeter is
operated within its specifications.
Check that the flowmeter is operated within its specifica‐
tions. Check other alarms to rule out HW malfunction.
Unplug and reconnect the sensor cable. If the diagnostic
persists after the specified startup time, restart the device.
If the problem persists, contact Technical Support.
Operating Instructions, 01/2019, A5E44036384-AB
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