Maintenance; Exterior Cleaning; Repairs; Repairs To Ex-Approved Devices - Endress+Hauser Levelflex M FMP41C Operating Instructions Manual

Levelflex M FMP41C PROFIBUS PA
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Maintenance

The Levelflex M measuring device requires no special maintenance.
7.1

Exterior cleaning

When cleaning the Levelflex M , always use cleaning agents that do not attack the surface of the
housing and the seals.
7.2

Repairs

The Endress+Hauser repair concept assumes that the measuring devices have a modular design and
that customers are able to undertake repairs themselves ("Spare Parts", → ä 80). Please contact
Endress+Hauser Service for further information on service and spare parts.
7.3

Repairs to Ex-approved devices

When carrying out repairs to Ex-approved devices, please note the following:
• Repairs to Ex-approved devices may only be carried out by trained personnel or by
Endress+Hauser Service.
• Comply with the prevailing standards, national Ex-area regulations, safety instructions (XA) and
certificates.
• Only use original spare parts from Endress+Hauser.
• When ordering a spare part, please note the device designation on the nameplate. Only replace
parts with identical parts.
• Carry out repairs according to the instructions. On completion of repairs, carry our the specified
routine test on the device.
• Only Endress+Hauser Service may convert a certified device into a different certified variant.
• Document all repair work and conversions.
7.4

Replacement

After a complete Levelflex M or electronic module has been replaced, the parameters can be
downloaded into the device again via the communication interface. Prerequisite to this is that the
data were uploaded to the PC beforehand using the FieldCare.
Measurement can continue without having to carry out a new setup.
• You may have to activate linearisation (see BA00245F/00/EN on the enclosed CD-ROM.)
• You may need to record the tank map again (see Basic Setup)
After an probe or electronic has been replaced, a new calibration must be carried out.
This is described in the repair instructions.
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