Summary of Contents for Ametek Drexelbrook IntelliPoint RF RNL Series
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Operating Instructions IntelliPoint RF RNL Series Point Level Switch NOTICE: The AutoVerify™ feature in The IntelliPoint™ switch is shipped DISABLED. For critical High Level applications we recommend enabling the AutoVerify™ feature. Telephone: +1 215-674-1234 Fax: +1 215-674-2731 E-mail: drexelbrook.sales@ametek.com Website: www.drexelbrook.com...
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AMETEK Drexelbrook makes no warranty of any kind with regard to the material contained in this manual, including, but not limited to, implied warranties or fitness for a particular purpose. Drexelbrook shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the performance or use of material.
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RNLXX1-LM Issue# 25 IntelliPoint RF Series Point Level Switch 205 Keith Valley Road, Horsham, PA 19044 Telephone: +1 215-674-1234 Fax: +1 215-674-2731 E-mail: drexelbrook.sales@ametek.com Website: www.drexelbrook.com An ISO 9001 Certified Company...
Contents Section 1: Introduction System Description ..................1 Technology ....................1 Model Number .....................2 Sensing Element List ..................3 Dual Compartment Housing ...............4 Spare Parts List ...................5 Section 2: Installation Unpacking ....................7 Mounting and Installation Guidelines ............7 Input Wiring ....................9 Output Wiring - Relay Version ..............10 Spark Protection ..................10 Circuit Board ....................11 Output and LED Status ................14...
Introduction Section 1: Introduction System Description Installation of the AMETEK Drexelbrook IntelliPoint ™ Series Products is simple and easy. Simply apply power and IntelliPoint system is ready to detect the presence or absence of material. Since IntelliPoint instrument does not require calibration or setpoint adjustments, it is capable of operating in non-dedicated tanks regardless of the material being measured.
RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual Model Number IntelliPoint RF Technology RF Admittance Measurement Type 2pf Fixed Calibration Auto Calibration (2pf) Auto Calibration (10pf) Auto Calibration (0.5pf) 0.5pf Fixed Calibration 10pf Fixed Calibration Input Universal Power Supply 21-100 VDC, 85-250 VAC, 0-400 Hz Housing No Approvals, NEMA 4X/IP66, M20 X 1.5 conduit entries No Approvals, NEMA 4X/IP66, ¾”...
Introduction Sensing Element List Application Sensing Element Part Number Pressure/Temperature Wetted Parts General purpose 700‐1202‐001 Remote & 700‐1202‐021 Integral 13.8 bar @ 232°C (200 PSI @ 450°F) 316/316L SS and PEEK General purpose, longer insertion lengths w/cable attachment and 316/316L SS bottom weight 700‐1202‐014 Remote & 700‐1202‐024 Integral 13.8 bar @ 177°C (200 PSI @ 350°F) 316/316L SS and PEEK Proximity 700‐1202‐018 Remote & 700‐1202‐028 Integral 13.8 bar @ 232°C (200 PSI @ 450°F) 316/316L SS and PEEK with 76mm (3) 216SS proximity plate 700‐1202‐041 Remote 69 bar @ 121°C (1000 PSI @ 250°F) General purpose, high temperature and pressure 316/316L SS and PEEK 700‐1202‐042 Integral 20.7 bar @ 232°C (300 PSI @ 450°F) General purpose with FDA approved materials of construction 700‐1202‐031 Remote & 700‐1202‐032 Integral 13.8 bar @ 232°C (200 PSI @ 450°F) 316/316L SS and FDA grade PEEK General purpose for granular materials 700‐1202‐010 Remote & 700‐1202‐020 Integral 13.8 bar @ 232°C (200 PSI @ 450°F) 316/316L SS and PEEK with 7/8 inch dia. 316/316L SS collar 316/316L SS and FDA grade PEEK with 7/8 inch dia. 316/316L SS General purpose for granular materials w/FDA approved materials of construction 700‐1202‐033 Remote & 700‐1202‐034 Integral 13.8 bar @ 232°C (200 PSI @ 450°F) collar Corrosive liquids 700‐0001‐018 Remote ...
Installation Section 2: Installation Unpacking Carefully remove the contents of the shipping carton and check each item against the packing list before destroying any packing material. If there is any shortage or damage, report it to the factory immediately. Mounting and Installation Guidelines CAUTION: The IntelliPoint RF instrument must NOT be powered BEFORE it is installed in an application and material...
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual Mounting and Installation Guidelines (continued) After the system is installed and the level is below the sensing element, apply power. The RF series instrument wil automatically calibrate and is ready to detect change in level. If properly installed, the Green LED will illuminate when power is applied.
Installation Mounting and Installation Guidelines (continued) Best Cote-shield must extend through Wall build-up nozzle and wall does not extend build-up. past first insulator. Best No Nozzle Wrong Nozzle too long; NOZZLE Cote-shield too short. Good NOZZLE Long Nozzle Factory-supplied Cote-shield extends through nozzle and wall build-up.
Installation Circuit Board The circuit board is located on the sensing element/ circuit side of the housing (marked on label). Remove the housing lid to access the status LEDs, time delay adjustment, and configuration jumpers. See Figure 2-4. SENSING ELEMENT CIRCUITS VIEW ALARM POWER...
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual 2.6.2 Time Delay Action TIME DELAY ACTION describes whether the relay contacts are delayed from going into the alarm state or recovering from an alarm state. • FWD: delays system from coming out of alarm. •...
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Installation 2.6.5 Manual Certify The Manual Certify™ test feature performs a confidence test of the system by duplicating the same signal as a high-level alarm condition without requiring the system to be removed from the tank. • Simulating a high level with the Manual Certify feature: •...
RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual Output and LED Status There are three status LEDs located on the sensing element/ circuit board side of the housing. One is used to indicate that the unit has power. The remaining two LEDs are used to indicate the condition of RELAY #1 and RELAY #2.
Installation Sensing Element Connection Sensing element connects to the rear side of the circuit board and is factory-installed. The sensing element is sealed to the housing and cannot be removed without permanent damage. For IntelliPoint RF instruments that are mounted remotely from the sensing element, an additional housing with terminals is provided to connect the cable from the sensing element.
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual Sensing Element Connection (continued) Housing and Bracket are G=Ground shown rotated S=Shield C=Center 90º for clarity. Figure 2-7 Sensing Element Connection (Remote Housing) SHIELD WIRE MUST BE CLIPP NOTE: CLIPPED SHIELD W MUST NOT TOU CONDULET HOUS...
Manual Calibration IntelliPoint is recommended. If you purchased an "Auto-Calibration" IntelliPoint and have determined you require a "Manual Calibration" IntelliPoint based on the Application Guide, please contact the AMETEK Drexelbrook Service Department. 3.1.2 Using The IntelliPoint with Auto-Calibration After the IntelliPoint is installed in the vessel, simply apply power.
RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual Re Calibration CAUTION: The IntelliPoint RF instrument must be powered AFTER it is installed in application and with material BELOW sensing element. Do NOT push the Recal button without first ensuring that the material being measured is below the sensing element.
Calibration IntelliPoint Calibration Mode Change The IntelliPoint was shipped in a calibration mode that was determined to meet the needs of the application for which it was originally sold. If the IntelliPoint is used on a different application, or it is determined that a different calibration mode should be used, use the following procedure to make a calibration mode change.
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual 3.3.1 Available IntelliPoint calibration modes (Continued) Calibration Mode changes Mode Selection change must be performed with the sensing element in air (Material below sensing element). 1. On the RF circuit board (Figure 3-1), temporarily remove the shunt jumper from the “Time Delay Selection Jumper”...
Troubleshooting Section 4: Troubleshooting RF Point Level Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible Cause Solution See Section Switch is in alarm and will Sensor is coated by a conductive material and the Need a sensor with a longer Cote-Shield Section 2.2, 4.5 not clear Cote-Shield™...
RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual WARNING: If the IntelliPoint instrument is located in a hazardous environment, do not open enclosure cover or make/break any electrical connections without first disconnecting electrical power at the source. Ensure that wiring, electrical fittings and conduit connections conform to electrical codes for the specific location and hazard level.
Troubleshooting Over Range If the Red LED is flashing quickly (4 times/second), the IntelliPoint has detected that uncovered sensing element capacitance exceeds limits of transmitter. Consult factory for pad capacitor values and instructions. Under Range If the Red LED is flashing slowly (once per second), the IntelliPoint has detected that pad capacitor value is too large or a center wire to Cote Shieldshort.
RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual Testing The Sensing Element Integral electronics, See figure 2-6 Remove Sensing Element Circuit Board and disconnect cable from circuit board Remote electronics, See figure 2-7 Disconnect remote cable at the sensing element. 1. With the sensing element in the vessel, verify level is below the sensing element 2.
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Troubleshooting Testing The Sensing Element (Continued) c. If the sensing element still shows resistance between terminals of less than 10K ohms, it is possible that moisture is present internal to the sensing element. It may be possible to dry the sensing element until the resistance increases to a value in excess of 10K ohms.
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual Testing The Sensing Element (Continued) ANALOG ANALOG OHMMETER OHMMETER CENTER OUTER CONDUCTOR CONDUCTOR GROUNDED GROUNDED Red Lug HOUSING HOUSING PACKING PACKING GLAND GLAND DO NOT DISTURB DO NOT DISTURB PROBE MEASUREMENT SHIELD MEASUREMENT Figure 4-3 Checking the Sensing Element Center = Probe...
Troubleshooting Testing the Integral Cable 1. Disconnect integral cable from electronic. 2. Check for continuity. a. Using an ohmmeter measure the resistances. i. From the center wire connection on the RCA plug to the sensing element active section (center wire) ii.
Troubleshooting 4.10 Factory Assistance AMETEK Drexelbrook can answer any questions about your level measurement system. Call Customer Service at + 215-674-1234. If you require assistance and attempts to locate the problem have failed: • Contact your local Drexelbrook representative, •...
Please include a purchase order even if the repair is under warranty. If repair is covered under warranty, you will not be charged. Ship equipment freight prepaid to: AMETEK-DREXELBROOK. 205 KEITH VALLEY ROAD HORSHAM, PA 19044-1499 COD shipments will not be accepted.
RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual Section 5: Specifications Specifications RF/ Capacitance Technology: None Calibration: High and Low Level Modes of Operation: 2mm (0.08 inch) Conductive Liquids Repeatability: Less than 1 Second Response Time: 0 to 60 Seconds Forward & Reverse Acting Time Delay: -30 to 70°C (-22 to 158°F) ATEX Ambient Electronics:...
Specifications Section 5: Specifications (Continued) 5.2 Approvals Available: FM / FMc Explosionproof for Class I, Division 1, Groups A, B, C and D; Dust- Ignition proof for Class II, III, Division 1, Groups E, F and G; Non- incendive for Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C & D; Suitable for Class II, III, Division 2, Groups F &...
RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual Section 6 : Control Drawings / Certificates FM / FMc Control Drawings...
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Control Drawings FM / FMc Control Drawings (Continued)
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual FM / FMc Control Drawings (Continued)
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Control Drawings FM / FMc Control Drawings (Continued)
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual FM / FMc Control Drawings (Continued)
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Control Drawings FM / FMc Control Drawings (Continued)
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual FM / FMc Control Drawings (Continued)
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Control Drawings FM / FMc Control Drawings (Continued) COLUMNS 9 AND UP, DO NOT AFFECT SAFETY 1 2 3 4 - 5 6 7 8 - 9 10 11 12 L b - 0 c d e - * * * * a = MEASUREMENT OPTIONS: N = 2 pF AUTO-CAL M = MANUAL-CAL (STANDARD SENSITIVITY)
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual FM / FMc Control Drawings (Continued) COLUMNS 9 AND UP, DO NOT AFFECT SAFETY 1 2 3 4 - 5 6 7 8 - 9 10 11 12 L b - c d e f - * * * * a = MEASUREMENT OPTIONS: N = 2 pF AUTO-CAL...
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Control Drawings FM / FMc Control Drawings (Continued) COLUMNS 9 AND UP, DO NOT AFFECT SAFETY 1 2 3 4 - 5 6 7 8 - 9 10 11 12 L b - c d e f - * * * * SENSING ELEMENTS: CONTINUED…...
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual FM / FMc Control Drawings (Continued) MODEL NUMBERS OF APPROVED SENSING ELEMENTS 700-mnop-qrs-t LEVEL PROBE m = FAMILY NUMBER: 0 THROUGH 9, BLANK m = FAMILY NUMBER: 0 THROUGH 9, BLANK o = 0 THROUGH 9, BLANK p = 0 THROUGH 9 q = FAMILY NUMBER: 0 THROUGH 9, BLANK r = FAMILY NUMBER: 0 THROUGH 9, BLANK...
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Control Drawings FM / FMc Control Drawings (Continued) COLUMNS 11 AND UP, DO NOT AFFECT SAFETY 1 2 3 4 5 6 - 7 8 9 10 - 11 12 13 14 S a R b L c - 0 d e f - * * * * a = 2 SIL LEVEL 2 b = MEASUREMENT OPTIONS:...
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual FM / FMc Control Drawings (Continued) COLUMNS 11 AND UP, DO NOT AFFECT SAFETY 1 2 3 4 5 6 - 7 8 9 10 - 11 12 13 14 S a R b L c - d e g - * * * * a = 2 SIL LEVEL 2...
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Control Drawings FM / FMc Control Drawings (Continued) SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF USE “The equipment shall not be applied in an explosive dust atmosphere where high electrostatic charging processes are present that could result in propagating brush discharges. See IEC TS60079-32-1 for additional guidance.” Consult the manufacturer if dimensional information on the flameproof joints is necessary.
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Control Drawings ATEX Drawings (Continued)
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual ATEX Drawings (Continued) COLUMNS 9 AND UP, DO NOT AFFECT SAFETY 1 2 3 4 - 5 6 7 8 - 9 10 11 12 L 2 - 0 b c d - * * * * a = MEASUREMENT OPTIONS: N = 2 pF AUTO-CAL M = MANUAL-CAL (STANDARD SENSITIVITY)
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Control Drawings ATEX Drawings (Continued) COLUMNS 9 AND UP, DO NOT AFFECT SAFETY 1 2 3 4 - 5 6 7 8 - 9 10 11 12 L 2 - b c d e - * * * * a = MEASUREMENT OPTIONS: N = 2 pF AUTO-CAL M = MANUAL-CAL (STANDARD SENSITIVITY) H = 0.5 pF AUTO-CAL (HIGH SENSITIVITY)
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual ATEX Drawings (Continued) COLUMNS 9 AND UP, DO NOT AFFECT SAFETY 1 2 3 4 - 5 6 7 8 - 9 10 11 12 L 2 - b c d e - * * * * SENSING ELEMENTS: CONTINUED…...
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Control Drawings ATEX Drawings (Continued) MODEL NUMBERS OF APPROVED INTRINSICALLY SAFE SENSING ELEMENTS 700-mnop-qrs-t LEVEL PROBE m = FAMILY NUMBER: 0 THROUGH 9, BLANK m = FAMILY NUMBER: 0 THROUGH 9, BLANK o = 0 THROUGH 9, BLANK p = 0 THROUGH 9 q = FAMILY NUMBER: 0 THROUGH 9, BLANK r = FAMILY NUMBER: 0 THROUGH 9, BLANK s = FAMILY NUMBER: 0 THROUGH 9...
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual ATEX Drawings (Continued) COLUMNS 11 AND UP, DO NOT AFFECT SAFETY 1 2 3 4 5 6 - 7 8 9 10 - 11 12 13 14 S a R b L 2 - 0 c d e - * * * * a = 2 SIL LEVEL 2 b = MEASUREMENT OPTIONS: N = 2 pF AUTO-CAL...
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Control Drawings ATEX Drawings (Continued) COLUMNS 11 AND UP, DO NOT AFFECT SAFETY 1 2 3 4 5 6 - 7 8 9 10 - 11 12 13 14 S a R b L 2 - c d e f - * * * * a = 2 SIL LEVEL 2 b = MEASUREMENT OPTIONS: N = 2 pF AUTO-CAL...
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual ATEX Drawings (Continued) SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF USE 1. The equipment shall not be applied in an explosive dust atmosphere where high electrostatic charging processes are present that could result in propagating brush discharges. See CLC/TR 60079-32-1 for additional guidance.
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Control Drawings IECEx Control Drawings (Continued)
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual IECEx Control Drawings (Continued) COLUMNS 9 AND UP, DO NOT AFFECT SAFETY 1 2 3 4 - 5 6 7 8 - 9 10 11 12 R a L b - 0 c d e - * * * * a = MEASUREMENT OPTIONS: N = 2 pF AUTO-CAL M = MANUAL-CAL (STANDARD SENSITIVITY)
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Control Drawings IECEx Control Drawings (Continued) COLUMNS 9 AND UP, DO NOT AFFECT SAFETY 1 2 3 4 - 5 6 7 8 - 9 10 11 12 R a L b - c d e f - * * * * a = MEASUREMENT OPTIONS: N = 2 pF AUTO-CAL M = MANUAL-CAL (STANDARD SENSITIVITY)
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual IECEx Control Drawings (Continued) COLUMNS 9 AND UP, DO NOT AFFECT SAFETY 1 2 3 4 - 5 6 7 8 - 9 10 11 12 R a L b - c d e f - * * * * SENSING ELEMENTS: CONTINUED…...
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Control Drawings IECEx Control Drawings (Continued) MODEL NUMBERS OF APPROVED INTRINSICALLY SAFE SENSING ELEMENTS 700-mnop-qrs-t LEVEL PROBE m = FAMILY NUMBER: 0 THROUGH 9, BLANK m = FAMILY NUMBER: 0 THROUGH 9, BLANK o = 0 THROUGH 9, BLANK p = 0 THROUGH 9 q = FAMILY NUMBER: 0 THROUGH 9, BLANK r = FAMILY NUMBER: 0 THROUGH 9, BLANK s = FAMILY NUMBER: 0 THROUGH 9...
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual IECEx Control Drawings (Continued) COLUMNS 11 AND UP, DO NOT AFFECT SAFETY 1 2 3 4 5 6 - 7 8 9 10 - 11 12 13 14 S a R b L c - 0 d e f - * * * * a = 2 SIL LEVEL 2...
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Control Drawings IECEx Control Drawings (Continued) COLUMNS 11 AND UP, DO NOT AFFECT SAFETY 1 2 3 4 5 6 - 7 8 9 10 - 11 12 13 14 S a R b L c - d e g - * * * * a = 2 SIL LEVEL 2 b = MEASUREMENT OPTIONS: N = 2 pF AUTO-CAL...
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RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual IECEx Control Drawings (Continued) SPECIFIC CONDITIONS OF USE: THE EQUIPMENT SHALL NOT BE APPLIED IN AN EXPLOSIVE DUST ATMOSPHERE WHERE HIGH ELECTROSTATIC CHARGING PROCESSES ARE PRESENT THAT COULD RESULT IN PROPAGATING BRUSH DISCHARGES. CONSULT THE MANUFACTURER IF DIMENSIONAL INFORMATION ON THE FLAMEPROOF JOINTS IS NECESSARY.
Appendix A Appendix A: Shortening or Lengthening the Sensing Element CAUTION: The insulation length of either Flush Sensing Elements or Insulated Sensing Elements can NOT be changed. Cable Sensing Elements can only be shortened. Instructions are included with each unit. The Need Sometimes your application calls for probe lengths other than the standard 18-inch or longer insertion lengths...
440-0018-731 Sht. APP'D BY RNLXX1 - IntelliPoint RF Series User's Manual DATE ISSUE EDO NO. APP'D 2-16-102 2-1-16 CE Installation Supplement 11-17-100 11-3-17 EMC Installation Supplement Purpose: To provide additional information that is required to be in compliance with the CE mark of conformity and 2014/30/EU Directive. Definitions: 1.
Appendix A CE Installation Supplement (Continued) Sht. ISSUE 440-0018-731 3. Remote Installations Sensor port must be connected to the transmitter port by one of the following means: 401-16 Probe Filter • Coaxial cable run in conduit. • Triaxial cable. •...
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205 Keith Valley Road, Horsham, PA 19044 An ISO 9001 Certified Company Telephone: +1 215-674-1234 Fax: +1 215-674-2731 E-mail: drexelbrook.sales@ametek.com RNLXX1-LM Issue 25 Website: www.drexelbrook.com EDO# 05-19-110...