Summary of Contents for Knick SensoGate WA131M Series
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SensoGate WA131M User Manual Manual Retractable Fitting Read before installation. www.knick.de Keep for future use.
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SensoGate WA131M Supplemental Directives These supplemental directives explain how safety information is laid out in this document and what content it covers. Safety Chapter This document's safety chapter is designed to give the reader a basic understanding of safety. It illus- trates general hazards and gives strategies on how to avoid them.
The following safety instructions contain the necessary information for the safe use of the product. If you have any questions, please contact Knick Elektronische Messgeräte GmbH & Co. KG using the in- formation provided on the back page of this document.
SensoGate WA131M 1.3 Safeguards Dismount Guard for the Solid-Electrolyte Sensor When using SensoGate WA131M versions for solid-electrolyte sensors, sensors can only be removed in the SERVICE position. Limit Positions, p. 20 ➜ When in the SERVICE position, the sensor is located in the protec- tion sleeve or the extension and is not accessible.
SensoGate WA131M The availability of safeguards is in part dependent on the version of SensoGate WA131M. Product Code, p. 12 ➜ Environmental influences may affect the functionality of safeguards (e.g. components stuck together by process medium). Residual Risks, p. 7 ➜...
SensoGate WA131M 1.5 Safety Accessories Specially developed accessories are available to increase safety. Accessories, p. 48 ➜ ZU0818 Retainer Clamp for Ingold Socket, 25 mm The retainer clamp prevents the coupling nut of the Ingold socket (25 mm) screw joint from accidentally loosening. The wires of the retainer clamp connect SensoGate WA131M to the customer’s process port.
Related certificates are included in the product’s scope of delivery and are available at www.knick.de in the current version. Observe all applicable local and national codes and standards for the installation of equipment in ex- plosive atmospheres.
SensoGate WA131M 1.8 Safety Training Upon request, Knick Elektronische Messgeräte GmbH & Co. KG will provide safety instruction and product training during initial commissioning of the product. Further information is available from the relevant Knick representatives. 1.9 Maintenance and Spare Parts Preventive Maintenance Preventive maintenance can keep the product in good condition and minimize downtimes.
SensoGate WA131M 2 Product 2.1 Package Contents • SensoGate WA131M in the version ordered • Outlet hose • Inlet hose • User Manual • As applicable, supplementary datasheet for special versions • EU Declaration of Conformity • EU-Type-Examination Certificate 2.2 Product Identification The different versions of the SensoGate WA131M are coded in a product code.
SensoGate WA131M 2.3 Nameplates The SensoGate WA131M is identified on the drive unit and the process unit by nameplates. The infor- mation provided on the nameplates varies according to the version of the SensoGate WA131M. Nameplate, Version With Ex Approval Note: The figure shows a nameplate for the SensoGate WA131M-X version by way of example.
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SensoGate WA131M Nameplate, Version Without Ex Approval Note: The figure shows a nameplate for the SensoGate WA131M-N version by way of example. WA131M-N0A***AA*1-000 2203710 / 1907 SensoGate ® Process Unit 14163 Berlin Made in Germany Type WA131M-N*AAN1**1*-000 2203708 / 1906 1 Drive unit nameplate 2 Process unit nameplate...
SensoGate WA131M 2.4 Symbols and Markings Special conditions and danger points! Observe the safety information and instructions on safe use of the product as outlined in the product documentation. CE marking with identification number of the notified body involved in the production control. ATEX marking of the European Union for operation of SensoGate WA131M-X in explosive atmospheres.
SensoGate WA131M 2.5.1 Retractable Fitting Note: The figure shows an example version of the SensoGate. Product Code, p. 12 ➜ 1 Drive unit 8 Inlet port 2 Process unit 9 Immersion tube 3 Protection sleeve 10 Process connection (e.g., Ingold socket) 4 Strain relief bracket (with grounding connection) 11 Calibration chamber, base 5 Rotating collar...
SensoGate WA131M 2.5.2 Drives and Sensor Holders Note: The figure shows a selection from the product line. Product Code, p. 12 ➜ 1 Drive, short ID , solid-electrolyte sensor (225 mm) 3 Drive, short ID , liquid-electrolyte sensor (250 mm) 2 Drive, long ID , solid-electrolyte sensor (225 mm) 2.5.3 Process Connections Note: The figure shows a selection from the product line.
It is recommended that changes to the SensoGate WA131M are carried out by the Knick Repair Ser- vice. After making the necessary changes, a functional and pressure test is carried out and, if neces- sary, a modified nameplate is attached.
SensoGate WA131M 2.7 Limit Positions 2.7.1 SERVICE and PROCESS Position SensoGate WA131M can assume two limit positions (SERVICE or PROCESS position). SERVICE position • The sensor is not in contact with the process medium. • The sensor can be installed, removed, and, as necessary, cleaned while the process is running. •...
SensoGate WA131M 2.7.2 Limit Switch Note: The limit switch is only available on versions of SensoGate WA131M with electronic limit signal. Product Code, p. 12 ➜ The limit switch (1) is a “simple apparatus” as defined in EN 60079-11 for use in explosive atmospheres up to Zone 0.
SensoGate WA131M 3 Installation 3.1 Retractable Fitting: Installation WARNING! Risk of explosion from mechanically generated sparks when used in explosive at- mospheres. Take measures to prevent sparking. Follow the safety instructions. Operation in Explosive Atmospheres, p. 9 ➜ Note: The possible installation angle is 10° above the horizontal plane. An installation angle of 360° (i.e., upside down) is only permitted if using sensors approved for upside-down installation.
SensoGate WA131M 3.3 Outlet Hose: Installation Note: The outlet is used to drain trapped process medium and must not be closed. We recommend in- stalling the supplied outlet hose even for versions without a rinse connection. By moving the sensor to the respective limit positions, pressurized process medium can enter the calibration chamber and be compressed when the outlet is closed.
Follow the safety instructions. Safety, p. 5 ➜ Note: Upon request, Knick Elektronische Messgeräte GmbH & Co. KG will provide safety instruction and product training during initial commissioning of the product. More information is available from the relevant Knick representatives.
SensoGate WA131M 5 Operation 5.1 Moving into the PROCESS Position Note: When the PROCESS position is reached, this will be indicated in different ways, depending on the SensoGate WA131M version. Limit Positions, p. 20 ➜ Note: The safety lock button pops out when the PROCESS position is reached (see detail B). Only if the safety lock button has popped out is the function of the safeguard “Immersion lock without a mounted sensor”...
SensoGate WA131M 5.2 Moving into the SERVICE Position Note: When the SERVICE position is reached, this will be indicated in different ways, depending on the SensoGate WA131M version. Limit Positions, p. 20 ➜ Note: The safety lock button pops out when the SERVICE position is reached (see detail B). Only if the safety lock button has popped out is the function of the safeguard “Immersion lock without a mounted sensor”...
SensoGate WA131M 5.3 Installing and Removing Sensors 5.3.1 Safety Instructions on Installing and Removing Sensors WARNING! Process medium, possibly containing hazardous substances, can escape from the SensoGate WA131M. Follow the safety instructions. Safety, p. 5 ➜ CAUTION! Risk of cutting injuries from broken sensor glass. Handle the sensor with care. Follow the safety instructions in the related sensor documentation.
SensoGate WA131M On first-time installation: Hold the sensor in a loop and fasten it with the clamp (7). Dur- cable (6) ing this process, the sensor cable loop must be long enough so that the sensor cable does not im- pede the stroke movement of the SensoGate WA131M. On first-time installation: Optionally connect the equipotential bonding line (8) to the clamp (3).
SensoGate WA131M 5.3.4 Solid-Electrolyte Sensor, Long Immersion Depth: Installation Note: The extension can only be unlocked in the SERVICE position (safety function). Move the SensoGate WA131M into the SERVICE position. Moving into the SERVICE Position, p. 26 ➜ Check outlet and leakage bores for escaping process medium. If process medium escapes, depres- surize the process and perform troubleshooting.
SensoGate WA131M 11 10 Position the extension (5) and rotate clockwise until the bayonet coupling engages. Contour (13) flush with the marking (12). ✓ On first-time installation: Mount the split red service cap (14) on the sensor cable (8). On first-time installation: Push the service toward the extension until it positively cap (14)
SensoGate WA131M Disconnect the cable bushing of the sensor cable from the sensor head (6). Release the using the spanning wrench (A/F 19 mm). Recommended tools: Sensor sensor (5) spanning wrench ZU0647 Tools, p. 51 ➜ Pull out the sensor (5). If the sensor glass is broken, check the immersion tube gasket for damage and replace it if necessary. ...
SensoGate WA131M Position the large coupling and fasten finger tight. nut (2) Fasten the small coupling finger tight. nut (1) Connect the sensor cable (5). On first-time installation: Hold the sensor in a loop and fasten it with the clamp (7). Dur- cable (5) ing this process, the sensor cable loop must be long enough so that the sensor cable does not im- pede the stroke movement of the SensoGate WA131M.
Corrective Maintenance, p. 36 ➜ 6.1.2 Knick Premium Service Knick offers individually compiled services tailored to the customer's requirements for inspections and functional tests on the product. Further information can be found at www.knick.de. 6.1.3 Immersion Lock Without a Mounted Solid-Electrolyte Sensor: Functional Test Move the SensoGate WA131M into the SERVICE position.
SensoGate WA131M 6.1.4 Immersion Lock Without a Mounted Liquid-Electrolyte Sensor: Functional Test Note: The safeguard “Immersion lock without a mounted liquid-electrolyte sensor” can be seen at the yellow indicator ring above the bellows (1). Safeguards, p. 6 ➜ Move the SensoGate WA131M into the SERVICE position. Moving into the SERVICE Position, p.
SensoGate WA131M 6.2 Preventive Maintenance 6.2.1 Approved Lubricants Application Pharma and food Chemicals and wastewater Lubricant Beruglide L Paraliq GTE 703 Syntheso Glep 1 (silicone-free) (containing silicone) (silicone-free) Elastomer seal materials FFKM EPDM FKM – FDA FFKM – FDA EPDM – FDA Note: Lubricant Paraliq GTE 703 contains silicone and has good lubricating properties even at elevated temperatures and with numerous travel movements.
SensoGate WA131M 6.3 Corrective Maintenance 6.3.1 Corrective Maintenance Safety Instructions WARNING! Process medium, possibly containing hazardous substances, can escape from the SensoGate WA131M. Follow the safety instructions. Safety, p. 5 ➜ CAUTION! Risk of cutting injuries from broken sensor glass. Handle the sensor with care. Follow the safety instructions in the related sensor documentation.
SensoGate WA131M 6.3.3 Drive Unit: Assembly Note: The radial installation position of the drive unit is determined by a coding pin in the calibration chamber and a hole in the drive unit. The coupling nut can be tightened only if the drive unit is cor- rectly inserted into the process unit.
SensoGate WA131M 6.3.4 Immersion Tube: Removal Remove the drive unit (1). Drive Unit: Disassembly, p. 36 ➜ Move the drive to the PROCESS position (sensor must be mounted). unit (1) Moving into the PROCESS Position, p. 25 ➜ Loosen the screws around 4 rotations using a screwdriver of type (do not completely TX25 (3) unscrew).
SensoGate WA131M 6.3.5 Immersion Tube: Installation Install the sensor. Installing and Removing Sensors, p. 27 ➜ Move the drive unit to the PROCESS position. Moving into the PROCESS Position, p. 25 ➜ Check the O-ring (2) for damage; replace the O-ring if necessary.
SensoGate WA131M 6.3.6 Calibration Chamber: Removal Note: ZU0754 service set or ZU0740 service set are required to remove the calibration chamber. Tools, p. 51 ➜ Remove the process unit from the drive unit. Drive Unit: Disassembly, p. 36 ➜ Remove the screws (1) with a screwdriver of type TX25.
TX25 . 6.3.8 Knick Repair Service The Knick Repair Service offers professional corrective maintenance on the SensoGate WA131M to the original quality. Upon request, a replacement unit can be obtained for the period of the repair.
Knick for corrective maintenance Knick Repair Service, p. 41 ➜ "Immersion lock without Corrosion or clogging by pene- Send SensoGate WA131M to Knick for repair mounted sensor" safe- trated process medium Knick Repair Service, p. 41 ➜ guard not working...
Move the SensoGate WA131M into the SERVICE position. Moving into the SERVICE Position, p. 26 ➜ Perform troubleshooting; as required, send the SensoGate WA131M to Knick for repair. Malfunction States, p. 42 ➜ Note: The function of the safeguard “Immersion lock without a mounted sensor” is only assured if the set screw is correctly installed.
Close off the process port appropriately. 8.2 Returns If required, send the SensoGate WA131M in a clean condition and securely packed to Knick Elektronische Messgeräte GmbH & Co. KG. If the SensoGate WA131M has been in contact with hazardous substances, it must be decontaminated/ disinfected prior to being shipped.
SensoGate WA131M 9 Spare Parts, Accessories, and Tools 9.1 Gasket Sets The gasket sets are available in different materials. The smaller gasket sets (“Set X/1”) only contain O-rings for direct contact with the process medium. The extended gasket sets (“Set X/2”) also include O-rings for contact with the rinse medium. Each gasket set comes with an accompanying slip that provides information about the package con- tents, where the O-rings are to be installed, and where the lubrication points are.
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SensoGate WA131M Gasket sets for flange or dairy-pipe process connection Process-wetted Rinse-wetted O-rings O-rings Scraper ring 215.000-420 23x2 13x1.5 11.9x2.6 20x2.5 8x1.5 40x2.5 20x2.5 215,000-420 23x2 Gasket sets for socket process connection Process-wetted Rinse-wetted O-rings O-rings Scraper ring 215.000-420 23x2 13x1.5 11.9x2.6 20x2.5...
SensoGate WA131M Safety Label The safety label provides information on the safeguard “Immersion lock without a mounted solid-electrolyte sensor”. Safeguards, p. 6 ➜ Damaged or lost safety labels will be replaced on request. 9.3 Accessories ZU0759 and ZU0759/1 Protective Cap The protective cap protects against the effects of weather exposure and prevents the ingress of external liquids or particles into the area of the sensor connections.
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SensoGate WA131M Safety weld-in sockets with Handling Safety Design (HSD) feature special grooves on the sealing surface for the process connection O-ring. These grooves prevent the O-ring from sealing if the Ingold coupling nut loosens inadvertently when process pressure is present. A minor leak means the loosening can be detected quickly and remedied before the Ingold coupling nut comes loose from the thread completely.
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SensoGate WA131M ZU0818 Retainer Clamp for Ingold Socket, 25 mm The retainer clamp prevents the coupling nut of the Ingold socket (25 mm) screw joint from accidentally loosening. The wires of the retainer clamp connect SensoGate WA131M to the customer’s process port.
SensoGate WA131M ZU0670/1 air supply for pressurized sensors 0.5 - 4 bar ZU0670/2 air supply for pressurized sensors 1 - 7 bar ZU0713 hose, 20 m (extension for ZU0670) This assembly group maintains the defined gauge pressure in the pressure cham- ber on versions for liquid-electrolyte sensors.
SensoGate WA131M 10 Dimension Drawings Retractable fitting for solid-electrolyte sensor, short immersion depth Note: All dimensions are given in millimeters [inches].
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SensoGate WA131M Retractable fitting for solid-electrolyte sensor, long immersion depth Note: All dimensions are given in millimeters [inches].
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SensoGate WA131M Retractable fitting for liquid-electrolyte sensor, short and long immersion depth Note: All dimensions are given in millimeters [inches].
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SensoGate WA131M G1 outer Short and long immersion depth (ID) G1 ½″ outer Short and long immersion depth (ID) SW55 A/F [2.17] G1 1/2 G1 ¼″ outer Short and long immersion depth (ID) SW49 A/F [1.93] G1 1/4...
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SensoGate WA131M Clamp 1.5″ and clamp 2″ Short and long immersion depth (ID) 1″ NPT outer Short and long immersion depth (ID) A/F [1 11/16 NPT1...
SensoGate WA131M 11 Specifications Permissible process pressure and temperature General 1.4571/Hastelloy/titanium process connection 10 bar (at 0 ... 140 °C) / 150 psi (at 32 ... 284 °F) PEEK HD process connection 10 bar (at 0 ... 140 °C) / 150 psi (at 32 ... 284 °F) PVDF HD process connection 10 bar (0 ...
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I have answered the above questions to the best of my knowledge. Name: Company: Date: Signature: Knick Elektronische Messgeräte GmbH & Co. KG Beuckestraße 22, 14163 Berlin, Germany Phone: +49 30 80191-0 Fax: +49 30 80191-200 Declaration of Contamination 087148 info@knick.de • www.knick.de...
SensoGate WA131M Glossary CE Marking Manufacturer's declaration, in accordance with EU Regulation 765/2008, that the product is in conformity with the appli- cable requirements set out in the European Union harmonization legislation providing for its affixing. Corrective Maintenance Measures taken to return an item under review to an operational condition, with the exception of improvements. Hazard A hazard is defined as a potential source of damage.
SensoGate WA131M Index Accessories First inspection Accessory tool Functional description, retractable fitting Accompanying slip, gasket set Functional test Ambient temperature Immersion lock w/o a liquid-electrolyte sensor 34 Assembly Immersion lock w/o a solid-electrolyte sensor 33 Bellows Gasket material Gasket sets Genuine spare parts Calibration chamber Accessory tool, O-rings...
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SensoGate WA131M Retractable fitting Changes 19 Maintenance Function 16 Maintenance instructions Installation angle 22 Malfunction states Leaking 42 Markings Main assemblies 16 Material characteristics Return form Calibration chamber 35 Returns Immersion tube 35 Rinsing pressure, permissible Minimum qualification Risk assessment ii, 8 Model code Model designation...
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Knick Elektronische Messgeräte GmbH & Co. KG Headquarters Beuckestraße 22 • 14163 Berlin Germany Phone: +49 30 80191-0 Fax: +49 30 80191-200 info@knick.de www.knick.de Local Contacts www.knick-international.com Translation of the original instructions Copyright 2020 • Subject to change Version 7 • This document was published on June 12, 2020.
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