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Installation Manual Ultrasonic Level Meter SLU It is highly recommended that the user carefully read all of the instructions in this manual before installation or use of the level meter for the first time. Keep the manual in a safe place. The manufacturer reserves the right to...
(e.g. from mixers, ladders, reinforcement etc.) and selects a suitable reflection (echo). The SLU ultrasonic level meters are suitable for continuous non-contact level measurement of liquids (water, waste water sewage, etc.), mash and paste materials (sediments, resins etc.) in closed or open vessels, sumps, reservoirs and open channels.
When installing in an open channel (reservoir, drain etc.) install the level meter on to a bracket as close as possible to the expected max. level. Each measuring range of SLU models has a specified ‘‘dead zone’. This means that within the first 10 to 50 centimers (depending on the model) below the transmitter, no signal reflected in this area can be evaluated.
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We recommend that Sitron is fully consulted before a model is selected. Fig. 8: Level meter installation in silo or hopper...
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(Fig.9). For such cases, it is necessary to set up " S E N S I T I V I T Y " mode to "high" or contact Sitron for further consultation. In case of a thin layer of foam, it is also possible to use the directional horn for improving receipt of the reflected echo.
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Installation Manual The level meter must not be installed in places with direct solar radiation and must be protected against the effects of local weather. If installation in places with direct solar radiation is inevitable, it is necessary to mount a shielding cover above the level meter (Fig. 13).
M - Modbus) are connected to the terminal A and B. Wiring diagram of the level meter with Procedure to connect the cable to the level meter: current output SLU(02/06/10/20)-C 1 - Unscrew the housing cover/ lid. metal clip display unit connector 2 - Using your finger tips or finger nails, gently remove display by...
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(EMI), parallel cable ducting with power lines, or when cable length exceeds 30 m, we recommend the use of shielded cables. Connections for Level Meter with output 4 ... 20mA Controller SLU- 4...20mA Connection for Modbus Level Meter Controller...
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Installation Manual Electrical connection for level meter in Classified Area Controller 4...20mA Galvanic separation of current signal from transducer in explosive area SLU-C-X SIR420 Explosive area Non explosive area...
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Installation Manual Set up elements Status Signalization...
2- Maximum distance or measuring distance to be respected for each transmitter model (eg SLU 02 measures up to 2 meters / SLU06 measures up to 6 meters / SLU10 measures up to 10 meters / SLU20 measures up to 20 meters) 3 - Measuring range (Measuring range to be set on the transmitter in the parameters MIN.
Installation Manual Service settings TICS’’), the measuring accuracy will be reduced by around 1% of the set range. If perature in the place of installation of the SLU (see mode, DIAGNOSTICS), it is ad-...
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Installation Manual This item is part of a menu with Modbus output level meter SLU-M. Modbus mode is intended for the settings of the level Modbus addresses, baud rate and parity settings.
Installation Manual Additional functions of level meter SLU body configuration into the display module and back.
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Installation Manual Incompatible type of level meter. Transfer of the settings can be realized only with the same type of level meter (e.g. SLU-02 with SLU02, SLU-06 with SLU06) and with the firmware version 2.0 and later The data set is not stored into the display module. The transfer can not be done.
Potential repairs must be carried out by the manufacturer or by a manufacturer authorized service organization only. Installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance of the SLU level meter has to be carried out in accordance with this instruction manual; The provisions of regulations in force regarding the installation of electrical equipment have to be adhered to.
Installation Manual Technical Specifications Level meter SLU-02 0.15 ... 2 m SLU-06 0.25 ... 6 m Measuring range SLU-10 0.4 ... 10 m SLU-20 0.5 ... 20 m Adjustable measuring range (SPAN) Min. 200 mm SLU(02/06/10/20)-N 18 ... 36 V DC...
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