Ankom X59 Replacing

Analog level sensor and fiber optic cable with glass tip

Note: Follow steps 1-8 for level sensor module replacement and 8-12 for Fiber optic cable replacement. (1-12 for

both)

1. Unplug the Instrument.

2. Unscrew the four screws located on each side of the cabinet back. Lift the cabinet back while removing it from

the instrument.

3. Open the electrical box by removing the two screws located on top of the instrument.

4. Loosen the two retainer screws using a flat head screwdriver (figure 1)

5. Gently pull fiber optic cable from level sensor.

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and Fiber optic cable with glass tip

XT15/XT15I

Service Procedure

JAD 4/2/2019

Figure 1

Figure 2

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Page 1 4. Loosen the two retainer screws using a flat head screwdriver (figure 1) Figure 1 Figure 2 5. Gently pull fiber optic cable from level sensor. ANKOM Technology • 2052 O’Neil Road • Email: service@ankom.com• Phone: 315-986-8090 • Fax: 315-986-8091 pg. 1 of 4...
Page 2 Slot on the terminal block that is next to the wire you desire to remove. This will release the wire. Note the location from which they were removed. ANKOM Technology • 2052 O’Neil Road • Email: service@ankom.com• Phone: 315-986-8090 • Fax: 315-986-8091 pg. 2 of 4...
Page 3 8. To install new Level sensor reverse steps 1-7 Note: be sure to reinstall rubber gasket in between level sensor module and electrical cabinet. ANKOM Technology • 2052 O’Neil Road • Email: service@ankom.com• Phone: 315-986-8090 • Fax: 315-986-8091 pg. 3 of 4...
Page 4 Remove level sensor fitting from the back of the vessel using a 11/16 or adjustable wrench. 11. To install new fiberoptic and glass tip reverse steps 10-8 along with 5 12. Once you have installed the new X59 Analog level sensor module and Fiberoptic cable with glass tip. You are now ready for testing VERY IMPORTANT: As soon as there is pressure in the vessel apply a soap solution to all threads on the vessel fitting.