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October 2020
2.1.6
Orientation of cable glands
When the level switch is mounted horizontally, ensure the cable glands are
pointed downwards to avoid water getting inside the housing. Unused
conduit entries must be completely sealed with a suitably rated stopping
(blanking) plug.
2.1.7
Future maintenance
It is advisable to grease the screws of the housing cover (lid) when a
corrosive atmosphere is present. This will help prevent difficulties when the
cover needs to be removed during future maintenance tasks.
2.1.8
Minimum distances
Figure 2-2
switches, the walls of a silo, and a protective shield. The installation of a
protective angled shield above the level switch is recommended depending
on the type of bulk solids.
Figure 2-2: Minimum Distances
Note
Avoid installing the level switch directly under the flow of solids material
(filling point).
Quick Start Guide
shows the minimum distances required between installed level
> 19.7 (500)
> 7.9 (200)
> 3.9
(100)
> 7.9
(200)
> 3.9
(100)
> 2 (50)
Quick Start Guide
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