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- Page 1 BA 063F/00/en/06.03 silometer 015577-1000 Software Version 3.x FMC 671 Z/676 Z Level Measurement Operating Instruction Endress Hauser The Power of Know How...
- Page 2 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Measurement at a Glance Measurement at a Glance Function Matrix Action Enter 671: »+« and »–« keys, ⇒ changes digit 1 Reset transmitter V9H5 Press »E« to register entry Omit if commissioned as in Section 4.1 2 »Empty«...
- Page 3 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Measurement at a Glance FMC 671 Z Selects vertical matrix position Selects horizontal matrix position Matrix position Select position V0H0 Measured value Selects next digit Bar chart Matrix Move decimal point selection Relay status Increases value of digit +1...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Commutec operating matrix ..19 Exchanging transmitters or probes ..Operating elements: Silometer FMC 671 Z . . 20 Repairs .... - Page 5 Notes on Safety Notes on Safety The Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z is used for continuous level measurement. The measuring system must be installed by qualified personnel only, and in accordance with the instructions in this manual. When using the measuring system in potentially explosive areas, relevant local standards must be observed.
- Page 6 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Notes on Safety Notes on Safety In order to highlight safety-relevant or alternate operation procedures in the manual the following conventions have been used, each indicated by a corresponding icon in the margin. Note! • A note highlights actions or procedures which, if not performed correctly, may indirectly affect operation or may lead to an instrument response which is not planned.
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Page 7: Introduction
80% of applications. For Users familiar with the operating matrix of Endress+Hauser Commutec transmitters in general and the Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z in particular, a Quick Operating Guide for the most important operating modes is to be found in Chapter 10. -
Page 8: Application
Min./max. relays BA063E01 The Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z is designed for level measurement with a capacitance, impedance or hydrostatic pressure probe. A second channel allows level limit detection with a capacitance/impedance probe or vibration sensor. The applications described in this manual are as follows: •... -
Page 9: Measuring System
The Silometer is available in two versions: Versions • Silometer FMC 671 Z with display and operation via the front panel, and via the handheld terminal Commulog VU 260 Z and Gateway ZA 67... • FMC 676 Z for remote configuration by Commulog VU 260 Z handheld terminal or via ZA 67…... -
Page 10: Measuring Principle
Chapter 1: Introduction Measuring principle The Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z measures level on the basis of the capacitance and hydrostatic measurement principles. In both cases the measured value is processed by the electronic insert and passed on as a frequency signal. -
Page 11: Functional Description
The capacitance or pressure measured by the sensor is converted into a frequency signal by the electronic insert located in its head. The Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z supplies the power and receives a level-proportional frequency signal over a two-core cable. -
Page 12: Installation
Probes Table 2.1 lists the sensors most frequently used with the Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z transmitter. In addition to those listed, all probes which can be used with an EC 17 Z, EC 37 Z or EC 47 Z electronic insert can be connected to the transmitter. Installation hints can be taken from the appropriate Technical Information Sheet. -
Page 13: Silometer Installation
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 2: Installation Silometer installation There are three possibilities for installing Silometer transmitters: • Assembly rack for max. 12 transmitters, • Field housing, ingress protection 65, for max.6 transmitters, • Monorack housing for individual or series installation. - Page 14 Full details of the Monorack installation procedure can be taken from the manual supplied with it. Monorack protective If the Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z transmitter and Monorack housing are to be mounted housing at an exposed site, then it is recommended that they be installed in the protective housing, degree of protection IP 55, which is available as an accessory.
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Page 15: Transmitter Wiring
• When wiring up probes and sensors in explosion hazardous areas, observe the instructions on the certificate and other appropriate regulations. Fig. 2.4 is a pin assignment diagram for the Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z. Rack wiring • Terminals z 30, b 14, d 14 and b 10 are connected internally •... - Page 16 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 2: Installation Fig. 2.5: Rackbus wiring diagram Max. 64 Commutec transmitters in parallel on Rackbus Commutec transmitters FMB, FMC, FMU, PMX, TMT etc. BA063E13 Rackbus For system use, wire the Rackbus as shown in Fig. 2.5.
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Page 17: Probe Connection
Probe connection The Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z can be operated with a variety of probe types, each requiring a different electronic insert. For Channel 1, continuous level measurement: • EC 37 Z or EC 47 Z for capacitance and Multicap probes... - Page 18 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 2: Installation EC 37 Z and EC 47 Z The electronic inserts EC 37 Z and EC 47 Z have two measuring ranges which can be selected by inserting a bridge between terminals 4 and 5 of the insert, see Fig 2.8.
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Page 19: Hardware Configuration
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 2: Installation Hardware configuration Fig. 2.10: Configuration elements of Address Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z switch shown for Commulog operation Address = 2 + 8 = 10 Front panel Female multipoint connector Communications switch... -
Page 20: Technical Data: Silometer Fmc 671 Z/676 Z Transmitter
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 2: Installation Technical data: Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z transmitter Fig. 2.11 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z plug-in card BA063E22 • Design: Construction 19", 7 HP, plug-in card • Front panel: black synthetic with blue field inlay, grip and markings, Protection: IP 20 (DIN 40050) •... -
Page 21: Operating Elements
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 3: Operating elements Operating elements This Chapter describes how the Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z transmitters are operated. It is divided into the following sections: • Commutec operating matrix • Operating and display elements: Silometer FMC 671 Z •... -
Page 22: Operating Elements: Silometer Fmc 671 Z
• Flashes on warning, relay remains energised BA063E23 Fig. 3.1 shows the LC-display with matrix of the Silometer FMC 671 Z, Fig. 3.3 its front panel. Table 3.1 below describes the function of the operating keys. Note! • Changes are not possible if the matrix has been locked (Section 4.6). -
Page 23: Operating Elements: Silometer Fmc 676 Z
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 3: Operating elements Operating elements: Silometer FMC 676 Z Fig. 3.4: Silometer FMC 676 Z Showing front panel and Commulog VU 260 Z key Measured value functions display with bar chart Function keys Matrix selection... -
Page 24: Calibration And Operation
Chapter 4: Calibration and Operation Calibration and Operation This chapter is concerned with the basic settings of the Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z which allow it to operate for continuous level measurement. The principle sections describe: • Commissioning of the transmitter •... -
Page 25: Empty/Full Calibration For Level Measurement
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 4: Calibration and Operation mode 1. This corresponds to the calibration described in Section 4.2. Empty/full calibration for level measurement This calibration requires the determination of two parameters, • an »empty« level at V0H1, •... -
Page 26: Empty/Full Calibration For Volume Measurement
• If appropriate, a linearization can now be carried out, see Chapter 5. Empty/full calibration for volume measurement The Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z can also be calibrated in volume or weight units, e.g. in litres, hectolitres, gallons, %vol, tonnes or kg. After calibration volume (or weight) is displayed at V0H0. -
Page 27: Level Offset Value
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 4: Calibration and Operation Level offset value Fig. 4.3: Effect of level offset value on display at V0H0 for level measurement Before offset After offset = –250 Volume 250 m Volume 250 m Display 0.000... -
Page 28: Measured Value Display
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 4: Calibration and Operation Measured value display During normal operation the measured value can be read at V0H0. In addition to this, several other fields contain system information which might be needed, e.g., for trouble-shooting. -
Page 29: Linearization
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 5: Linearization Linearization Fig. 5.1: Linearisation for a vessel with a conical outlet Level Volume V0H0 Full calibration e.g. 100 % 100 hl e.g. 50 % 40 hl e.g. 0.2 hl Empty calibration Datum level for... -
Page 30: Linearization For A Horizontal Cylindrical Tank
Units must correspond to Volume (V0H0) those used for calibration BA063E41 The Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z transmitter uses a stored linearization table which requires the entry of the tank diameter, tank volume for its volume calculations. Procedure Step Matrix... -
Page 31: Linearization For A Tank With Conical Outlet
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 5: Linearization Linearization for a tank with conical outlet Fig. 5.3: Linearisation for a vessel with a conical outlet Level (m) V0H9 Max. level = 4.75 m »Full« = 4.25 m 0.5 m 1.0 m »Empty«... - Page 32 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 5: Linearization Manual linearization Volume Level Volume Level with tabular values V2H2 V2H3 V2H4 V2H2 V2H3 V2H4 Step Matrix Entry Significance V9H5 e.g. 670 Reset transmitter, see Section 4.1 (default = operating mode 1)
- Page 33 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 5: Linearization Manual linearization with Step Matrix Entry Significance automatic level V9H5 e.g. 672 Reset transmitter, see Section 4.1 (default = operating mode 1) registration Enter probe constants at V3H5 and V3H6 V0H1/V0H2 Calibrate as described in Section 4.2...
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Page 34: Other Modes
Chapter 5: Linearization Other modes Linear This mode is selected when the Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z transmitter is to revert to V2H0 = 0 measurement of level after being used for volume measurement. • If the volume is proportional to level, e.g. standing cylinder, a volume measurement is obtained by entering the »empty«... -
Page 35: Analogue Outputs
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 6: Analogue Outputs Analogue Outputs This Chapter deals with the analogue output settings. The FMC 671 Z/676 Z transmitter is designed for continuous measurement at channel 1 with control of: • one voltage output 0/2 ... 10 V •... -
Page 36: Configuration
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 6: Analogue Outputs Configuration Analogue output range One of two analogue ranges can be set: • 0 = 0 ... 20 mA/ 0...10 V (default) • 1 = 4 ... 20 mA/ 2...10 V. - Page 37 The current and voltage outputs can be set to take on distinctive values if the self- Output at fault monitoring circuit of the Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z transmitter triggers on finding a fault. The relays follow the analogue output when the value "1" is entered at field V1H3 or V1H8.
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Page 38: Limit Switches
• Relay settings • Applications Level measurement Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z transmitters have two independent relays, which switch according to the size of the measured value at V0H0. • Each limit switch can be operated in minimum or maximum fail-safe mode, i.e. -
Page 39: Relay Settings
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 7: Limit Switches Relay settings In V1H4 and V1H9, relays 1 or 2 can be assigned to the corresponding measuring Relay assignment channel by entering the channel number »1« or »2«. Step Matrix Entry... -
Page 40: Applications
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 7: Limit Switches Hysteresis The hysteresis determines the level or volume at which the relay re-energises after the trip point has been exceeded or undershot. It is expressed as a level or volume and is... - Page 41 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 7: Limit Switches If a particular level or volume range has to be maintained, this can be achieved by setting Two-point operation an appropriate maximum (or minimum level) and hysteresis. For example, the relay is with one relay set to maximum fail-safe mode.
- Page 42 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 7: Limit Switches Two-point operation This mode of operation is achieved by setting the hysteresis of both relays such that: with two relays • minimum level/volume + hysteresis = maximum level/volume • maximum level/volume – hysteresis = minimum level/volume Relay 1 is set for maximum and relay 2 for minimum fail-safe mode in the same channel: •...
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Page 43: Other Applications
"Empty" ∆h BA063E39 For Deltapilot probes it is possible to calibrate the Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z »dry« by using the probe characteristics. For this alternative calibration you need: • the »zero frequency« and »sensitivity« of the sensors, • the »empty« level or offset at which the measurement should start •... - Page 44 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 8: Other Applications Offset level, V3H1 The offset is the hydrostatic pressure in mbar acting on the probe when the vessel is filled to the desired »empty« level. When the value is entered at V3H1, the Silometer will indicate 0 for this level.
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Page 45: Level Limit Switching
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 8: Other Applications Level limit switching Fig. 8.2: Schematic diagram, Limit 1 or 2 limit level switching Relay 1 must be assigned to channel 2 at V1H4 level relay frequency limit detection relay switching point hysteresis min. - Page 46 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 8: Other Applications Calibration for Step Matrix Entry Significance capacitance probes V9H5 Reset transmitter »E« Register entry V8H0 Select level switching mode If 0 is entered, both level measurement (channel 1) and level switching (channel 2) is possible »E«...
- Page 47 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 8: Other Applications Fig. 8.4 shows the arrangement for Liquiphant or Soliphant vibration sensors. The relay Liquiphant or Soliphant trips when the product rises above or drops below the sensor. The default value of 90 Hz for the switching point is correct for this application.
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Page 48: Continuous Level Measurement With Separate Level Limit Detection
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 8: Other Applications Continuous level measurement with separate level limit detection Fig. 8.5: Operating mode 0 Probe 1 Level Continuous level measurement continuous with simultaneous level switching measurement Channel 1 Channel 2 Probe 2... -
Page 49: Level Measurement With Automatic Calibration Correction
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 8: Other Applications Level measurement with automatic calibration correction Fig. 8.6: Schematic diagram of level 1 volume automatic calibration correction zero point shift capacit./ level analog volume pressure current frequency voltage digital Frequenz cap./press. - Page 50 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 8: Other Applications Fig. 8.7: Arrangement for Level measurement with continuous level measurement capacitance probe Level with automatic calibration correction Channel 1 Level check capacitance Channel 2 probe or liquiphant Relays 1 and 2...
- Page 51 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 8: Other Applications If the following calibration during the hydrostatic level measurement is carried out with Calibration with partially water (density = 1g/cm3), the correction factor indicated in the V8H7 corresponds in filled vessel each case to the density of the product.
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Page 52: Trouble-Shooting
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 9: Trouble-Shooting Trouble-Shooting This Chapter contains the following: • Faults and warnings • Fault analysis • Simulation • Instructions for commissioning replacement probes and transmitters. • Repairs Faults and warnings Fault condition When the FMC 671 Z/676 Z transmitter recognizes a fault condition: •... - Page 53 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 9: Trouble-Shooting The fault sequence is priority-based, i.e. if a low-priority fault is present and another fault Fault messages and with higher priority occurs, the fault with the highest priority is displayed. The previous warnings error is shown in V9H1.
- Page 54 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 9: Trouble-Shooting Fault analysis Table 9.2 contains a list of possible faults and their remedies. Table 9.2: Sensor/ Fault Cause and remedy Trouble shooting table for channel incorrect function without error • Incorrect calibration? Check measured...
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Page 55: Simulation
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 9: Trouble-Shooting Simulation Simulation can be used to check the FMC 671 Z/676 Z and external downstream devices. Four modes are possible: • Simulation of frequency, V9H6 • Simulation of level, V9H7 • Simulation of volume, V9H8 •... -
Page 56: Exchanging Transmitters Or Probes
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 9: Trouble-Shooting Exchanging transmitters or probes Transmitter If the Silometer has to be exchanged, the replacement need not be recalibrated. Instead it is usually sufficient to enter all the matrix values from the old into the new transmitter. -
Page 57: Repairs
Remember that all probes are sensitive instruments and must be treated accordingly. Should the Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z transmitter or its probes need to be repaired by Endress+Hauser, please send it to your nearest Service Centre with a note containing the following information: •... -
Page 58: 10 Quick Programming Guide
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 10: Quick programming guide 10 Quick programming guide 10.1 Level measurement with separate level switching, capacitance probes Start Chapter 4, Section 4.1 Reset parameters: V9H5 - Constants for EC 37 Z/EC 47 Z or... -
Page 59: Continuous Volume Measurement (Linearization)
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 10: Quick programming guide 10.2 Continuous volume measurement (linearization) Start Chapter 4, Section 4.1 Reset parameters: V9H5 - Constants for EC 37 Z/EC 47 Z or Enter sensor constants EB 17 Z/EB 27 Z... -
Page 60: 10.3 Level Limit Switching
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 10: Quick programming guide 10.3 Level limit switching Start Chapter 8, Section 8.2 Reset parameters: V9H5 - Relay responds when the switch point Select mode V8H0 is exceeded or undershot 2 = Limit switching channel 2... -
Page 61: 10.4 Level Measurement With Automatic Calibration Correction: Two Capacitance Probes
Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Chapter 10: Quick programming guide 10.4 Level measurement with automatic calibration correction: two capacitance probes Start Chapter 4, Section 4.1 Reset parameters: V9H5 - Constants for EC 37 Z/EC 47 Z or Enter sensor constants... - Page 62 Electrical connection Rackbus wiring Electronic inserts Racksyst installation Error messages Sensitivity Fault Sensor constants 10, 22, 54 Silometer FMC 671 Z/FMC 676 Z 20, 21 Simulated operation Indexing pins Switch point Indicators Installation 10 - 18 Technical data Transmitter reset...
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- Page 64 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Operating matrix Operating Matrix Operating and default matrix Enter your operating parameters in the matrix below. Display field This matrix gives an overview of the default values 100.0 100.0 90.0 90.0 10.0 90.0 Display field...
- Page 65 Silometer FMC 671 Z/676 Z Operating matrix Parameter Matrix Measured Empty Full Select Output Value for Value for Safety Actual Measured value calibration calibration current damping 0/4 mA 20 mA alarm measuring value Calibration frequency 0=0…20 mA 0 = –10%...
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