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Series 3 Liquid Level Switches ASME B31.1 Construction Installation and Operating Manual...
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MAGNETROL reserves the right to make changes to the narrative form. The following styles are used for notes, product described in this manual at any time without cautions, and warnings.
Introduction Enclosing tube The MAGNETROL Series 3 level switches are float oper- (non-magnetic) ated units suitable for use on clean liquid applications for level alarm, pump control and safety shutdown functions. Switch Units are designed, fabricated and certified to compliance...
Piping Pressure vessel Figure 3 shows a typical piping installation of a MAGNETROL Series 3 control to a pressure vessel. Level Switch actuating decals on control identify the actuation levels for the bot- level tom switch mechanism of a unit with three switches at...
Controls should be mounted as close to the vessel as possi- ble. This will result in a more responsive and accurate level change in the control. Liquid in a long line may be cooler and more dense than liquid in the vessel causing lower level indication in the control than actual level in the vessel.
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5. The switch terminals are located next to the conduit outlet to facilitate wiring. Bring supply wires through conduit outlet. Route extra wire around enclosing tube under the baffle plate and connect them to the proper terminals. Refer to the wiring diagram in your switch bulletin for this information.
Switch Differential Adjustment The standard differential of Series 3 float models with only one switch mechanism may be field-adjusted. Adjustment may be necessary if a wider differential needs to be set to overcome switch chatter caused by the process. The differential, or the amount of level travel between “switch-on”...
NOTE: Level control, connections and pipe lines need not be removed from the tank. 6. Loosen enclosing tube nut with a ⁄ " wrench. Unscrew Slight enclosing tube counterclockwise (switch and housing base play (gap) Must be Figure 6 will rotate also) until it is free. Refer to on page 8.
To widen the differential by raising the trip point, follow steps 1 through 16 in Low Level Controls, Section 3.1 on pages 8 and 9. Caution: After increasing gap setting, be certain to check for proper operation of switch mechanism by raising and low- ering float assembly.
Adjustment properly closed after each inspection of the switch screw mechanism(s). NOTE: In applications with presence of salt-laden air or corrosive Snap vapors, contact MAGNETROL for possible alternate switch switch mechanisms. Terminal screws 4.1.2 Switch and Wiring Inspection The switch mechanism and supply wiring need to be in proper position to assure correct switch operation.
Lower level in the vessel sufficient to mechanism Baffle plate lower float and reset the switch. Confirm switch trips and resets at expected levels (contact MAGNETROL for spe- cific information on trip points; have the serial number of the unit readily available). Notches in...
8. Verify that switch housing cover and conduit seal are Figure 15 properly closed after each inspection of the switch mechanism(s). NOTE: In applications with presence of salt-laden air or corrosive vapors, contact MAGNETROL for possible alternate switch mechanisms. 46-624 Series 3 Liquid Level Switches ASME B31.1 Construction...
4.2.2 Switch and Wiring Inspection The switch mechanism and supply wiring need to be in proper position to assure correct switch operation. 1. Remove switch housing cover to inspect the supply wires. 2. Check that the supply wires are attached to the terminal Figure 14 block and run under the baffle plate.
4.2.3 Control Head Removal and Installation Inspection of the interior of the chamber is possible on flanged cage models. To do this, the control head must be removed to provide proper access to the chamber. This procedure will assure that the head assembly is removed and reinstalled properly.
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NOTE: Care must be taken not to place side force on the float which could bend the stem. Top jam Dim. A nuts 7. With the unit resting in its temporary fixture in an upright Bottom jam nuts position, it can now be inspected or repaired. Attraction 0.03"...
Lower level in the vessel sufficient to lower float and reset the switch. Confirm switch trips and resets at expected levels (contact MAGNETROL for spe- cific information on trip points; have the serial number of the unit readily available).
4.3.1 Check Switch Mechanism 1. Pull switch or otherwise disconnect power to the control. 2. Remove switch housing cover. 3. Disconnect power wiring from switch assembly. 4. Swing magnet assembly in and out by hand to check care- fully for any sign of binding. Assembly should require minimal force to move it through its full swing.
7. On installations without shutoff valves, relieve pressure from vessel and drain off liquid head above control mounting level. NOTE: Control chamber, connections, and pipe lines need not be removed from vessel or boiler. 8. Remove switch housing assembly by loosening enclosing tube hex nut, which is located immediately below housing base.
4. Never use lubricants on pivots of switch mechanisms. A sufficient amount of lubricant has been applied at the factory to ensure a lifetime of service. Further oiling is unnecessary and will only tend to attract dust and dirt which can interfere with mechanism operation. Reference Information Agency Approvals AgENCy...
5.2.5 Actuating Levels*, Steam Service Ratings and Specific gravities For float operated units, minimum specific gravities and actuating levels vary depending upon the material of construction code used with the unit. NOTE: The minimum specific gravities and actuating levels shown are for single switch units with 1" process connections only.
Model Numbers 5.4.1 Sealed Cage Models MODEL NUMBER CODE Pressure Rating ➀ Minimum Model Specific psig @ ° F bar @ ° C gravity ➁ Code 800 ➅ 427 ➅ 0.69 1000 68.9 60.3 55.5 54.0 0.57 34.5 30.2 27.8 27.4 0.54 51.7...
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ELECTRIC SWITCH MECHANISM AND ENCLOSURE Models B35, C35 & g35 Models v35 & Z35 Process ➄ TyPE 4X/7/9 Aluminum Enclosure Temperature Switch Contacts Range Description ATEX ATEX Points Class I, Div 1 Class I, Div 1 Class I, Div 1 Class I, Div 1 Ex II 2 G EEx Ex II 2 G EEx...
5.4.2 Flanged Cage Models MODEL NUMBER CODE Pressure Rating ➁ Minimum S.g. ➀ Head Model gravity ➀ Flange psig @ ° F bar @ ° C Code ANSI Class 800 ∆ 427 ∆ 150# 0.78 19.6 10.7 300# 0.66 51.0 39.6 34.8 28.3...
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ELECTRIC SWITCH MECHANISM AND ENCLOSURE All models except B3F, g3F, K3F & Z3F Models B3F, g3F, K3F & Z3F Process ➅ with 600# or 900# ANSI ratings with 600# or 900# ANSI ratings Temperature Switch TyPE 4X/7/9 Aluminum Enclosure Contacts Range Description Points...