Summary of Contents for Endress+Hauser Levelflex FMP55
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Operating Instructions pertaining to the device. Detailed information about the device can be found in the Operating Instructions and the other documentation: Available for all device versions via: – Internet: www.endress.com/deviceviewer – Smart phone/tablet: Endress+Hauser Operations App...
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Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Order code: XXXXX-XXXXXX Ser. no.: XXXXXXXXXXXX Ext. ord. cd.: XXX.XXXX.XX Serial number www.endress.com/deviceviewer Endress+Hauser Operations App A0023555 Endress+Hauser...
Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Important document information Important document information Symbols 1.1.1 Safety symbols Symbol Meaning DANGER! DANGER This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation will result in serious or fatal injury. WARNING! This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation can result in WARNING serious or fatal injury.
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Important document information Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 1.1.4 Symbols for certain types of information Symbol Meaning Symbol Meaning Permitted Preferred Procedures, processes or actions that Procedures, processes or actions that are permitted. are preferred. Forbidden Procedures, processes or actions that Indicates additional information.
Time of Flight FieldCare Scalable software tool for device configuration and integrated plant asset management solutions DeviceCare Universal configuration software for Endress+Hauser HART, PROFIBUS, FOUNDATION Fieldbus and Ethernet field devices Device Type Manager Device Description for HART communication protocol ε...
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The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper or non-designated use. Verification for borderline cases: ‣ For special measured materials and cleaning agents, Endress+Hauser is glad to provide assistance in verifying the corrosion resistance of wetted materials, but does not accept any warranty or liability.
The measuring system meets the legal requirements of the applicable EC guidelines. These are listed in the corresponding EC Declaration of Conformity together with the standards applied. Endress+Hauser confirms successful testing of the device by affixing to it the CE mark. Endress+Hauser...
The measuring system meets the legal requirements of the applicable EAC guidelines. These are listed in the corresponding EAC Declaration of Conformity together with the standards applied. Endress+Hauser confirms successful testing of the device by affixing to it the EAC mark. Product description Product design 3.1.1...
): All information about the measuring device is displayed. • Enter the serial number from the nameplates into the Endress+Hauser Operations App or scan the 2-D matrix code (QR code) on the nameplate with the Endress+Hauser Operations App: all the information for the measuring device is displayed.
Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Storage, Transport Storage, Transport Storage conditions • Permitted storage temperature: –40 to +80 °C (–40 to +176 °F) • Use the original packaging. Transport product to the measuring point WARNING Housing or probe may be damaged or break away.
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Storage, Transport Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus A0015471 Endress+Hauser...
Suitable mounting position A0011281 3 Mounting position of Levelflex FMP55 • Rod probes / rope probes: must be mounted in a stilling well or bypass. • Coax probes: can be mounted at an arbitrary distance from the wall of the vessel.
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Mounting Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 6.1.2 Securing the probe Securing coax probes For WHG approvals: For probe lengths ≥ 3 m (10 ft) a support is required. A0012608 Coax probes can be supported at any point of the outer tube.
Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Mounting Mounting the device 6.2.1 Required mounting tools • For flanges and other process connections: appropriate mounting tools • To turn the housing: Hexagonal wrench 8 mm 6.2.2 Mounting the device Flange mounting If a seal is used, be sure to use unpainted metal bolts to ensure good electrical contact between probe flange and process flange.
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Mounting Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus • The probe with the process connection • The electronics housing • The mounting bracket for wall or pipe mounting of the electronics housing • The connection cable (length as ordered). The cable has got one straight and one angled plug (90°).
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Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Mounting Mounting the electronics housing ø42...60 (1.65...2.36) 122 (4.8) 127...140 (5...5.51) 161 (6.34) 162...175 (6.38...6.89) A0014793 4 Mounting the electronics housing using the mounting bracket; dimensions: mm (in) Wall mounting Pipe mounting Connecting the cable...
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Mounting Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 6 Nm 6 Nm (4.42 lbf ft) (4.42 lbf ft) = 100 (4) = 100 (4) 6 Nm 6 Nm (4.42 lbf ft) (4.42 lbf ft) A0014794 5 Connecting the cable. There are the following possibilities:...
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Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Mounting Unscrew the securing screw using an open-ended wrench. Rotate the housing in the desired direction. Tighten the securing screw (1.5 Nm for plastic housing; 2.5 Nm for aluminum or stainless steel housing). 6.2.5 Turning the display...
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Mounting Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Feed the coiled cable into the gap between the housing and main electronics module and plug the display module into the electronics compartment until it engages. Closing electronics compartment cover 3 mm 2,5 Nm A0021451 Screw back firmly electronics compartment cover.
Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Mounting Post-installation check Is the device undamaged (visual inspection)? Does the device conform to the measuring point specifications? For example: • Process temperature • Process pressure (refer to the chapter on "Material load curves" of the "Technical Information"...
Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Electrical connection Connection conditions 7.1.1 Terminal assignment Terminal assignment 4-wire: 4-20 mA HART (90 to 253 V A0036519 6 Terminal assignment 4-wire: 4-20 mA HART (90 to 253 V Connection 4-20 mA HART (active): terminals 3 and 4...
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Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Electrical connection CAUTION To ensure electrical safety: ‣ Do not disconnect the protective connection. ‣ Disconnect the supply voltage before disconnecting the protective earth. Connect protective earth to the internal ground terminal (3) before connecting the supply voltage.
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Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Terminal assignment PROFIBUS PA / FOUNDATION Fieldbus A0036500 7 Terminal assignment PROFIBUS PA / FOUNDATION Fieldbus Without integrated overvoltage protection With integrated overvoltage protection Connection PROFIBUS PA / FOUNDATION Fieldbus: terminals 1 and 2, without integrated overvoltage...
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Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Electrical connection Block diagram PROFIBUS PA / FOUNDATION Fieldbus A0036530 8 Block diagram PROFIBUS PA / FOUNDATION Fieldbus Cable screen; observe cable specifications Connection PROFIBUS PA / FOUNDATION Fieldbus Measuring device Switch output (open collector)
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Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 7.1.2 Device plug connectors For the versions with fieldbus plug connector (M12 or 7/8"), the signal line can be connected without opening the housing. Pin assignment of the M12 plug connector Meaning Signal +...
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Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Electrical connection 7.1.3 Power supply PROFIBUS PA, FOUNDATION Fieldbus "Power supply; Output" "Approval" Terminal voltage E: 2-wire; FOUNDATION Fieldbus, switch output • Non-Ex 9 to 32 V G: 2-wire; PROFIBUS PA, switch output • Ex nA •...
Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus External overvoltage protection module HAW562 or HAW569 from Endress+Hauser are suited as external overvoltage protection. For detailed information please refer to the following documents: • HAW562: TI01012K • HAW569: TI01013K Connecting the measuring device...
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Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Electrical connection 7.2.2 Connecting A0036418 9 Dimensions: mm (in) Push the cable through the cable entry . To ensure tight sealing, do not remove the sealing ring from the cable entry. Remove the cable sheath.
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Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 7.2.3 Plug-in spring-force terminals In the case of devices without integrated overvoltage protection, electrical connection is via plug-in spring-force terminals. Rigid conductors or flexible conductors with ferrules can be inserted directly into the terminal without using the lever, and create a contact automatically.
Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Integration into a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network Turning securing clamp 90 ° counterclockwise and tighten the clamp with 2.5 Nm (1.84 lbf ft) again using the Allen key (3 mm). Post-connection check Is the device or cable undamaged (visual check)? ...
Integration into a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Integration into the FOUNDATION Fieldbus network • For more in-depth information on integrating the device into the FF system, see the description for the configuration software used. • When integrating the field devices into the FF system, make sure you are using the right files.
Endress+Hauser Guideline BA00062S. The guideline provides an overview of the standard function blocks that are described in FOUNDATION Fieldbus Specifications FF 890 - 894. It is designed to help operators use the blocks implemented in the Endress+Hauser field devices. Endress+Hauser...
If the wizard is cancelled before all necessary parameters have been set, the device may be in an undefined state. A reset to the default settings is recommended in this case. DeviceCare is available for download at www.software-products.endress.com. The download requires a registration in the Endress+Hauser software portal. Endress+Hauser...
Commissioning (via operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning (via operating menu) 10.1 Display and operating module 10.1.1 Display appearance User ABC_ DEFG HIJK LMNO PQRS TUVW A0012635 13 Appearance of the display and operation module for on-site operation Measured value display (1 value max.
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Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning (via operating menu) 10.1.2 Operating elements Meaning Minus key For menu, submenu Moves the selection bar upwards in a picklist. A0018330 For text and numeric editor In the input mask, moves the selection bar to the left (backwards).
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Commissioning (via operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 10.1.3 Opening the context menu Using the context menu, the user can call up the following menus quickly and directly from the operational display: • Setup • Conf. backup disp. • Env.curve •...
Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning (via operating menu) 10.2 Operating menu Parameter/Submenu Meaning Description Language Defines the operating language of the on-site display. Setup When appropriate values have been assigned toall setup parameters, the measured should be completely configured in a standard application.
Commissioning (via operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 10.3 Unlock the device If the device has been locked, it must be unlocked before the measurement can be configured. For details refer to the Operating Instructions of the device: BA01054F (FMP55, FOUNDATION Fieldbus) 10.4...
Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning (via operating menu) 10.5 Configuration of an interface measurement 100% DK (DC ) A0011177 15 Configuration parameters for interface measurements R = Reference pioint of the measurement = Interface distance (Distance from reference point to lower medium)
Commissioning (via operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Setup → Empty calibration Enter the distance E between the reference point R and the minimum level (0%). Setup → Full calibration Enter distance F between the minimum (0%) and maximum (100%) level.
Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning (block-based operation) Commissioning (block-based operation) 11.1 Block configuration 11.1.1 Preparatory steps Switch on the device. Note the DEVICE_ID. Open the configuration program. Load Cff and device description files into the host system or the configuration program.
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Commissioning (block-based operation) Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 11.1.4 Configuring the Analog Input Blocks The device has 2 Analog Input Blocks that can be assigned as required to the various process variables. Default settings Analog Input Block CHANNEL AI 1 32949: Level linearized...
Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning (block-based operation) 11.2 Scaling of the measured value in an AI Block If the type of linearisation L_TYPE = indirect has been selected in an AI block, the measured value can be scaled within the block. The input range is defined by the XD_SCALE parameter Through its EU_0 and EU_100 elements.
Commissioning (block-based operation) Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 11.3 Language selection Step Block Parameter Action DISPLAY (TRDDISP) Language (language) Select language Selection: • 32805: Arabian • 32824: Chinese simplified • 32842: Czech • 32881: Dutch • 32888: English • 32917: French •...
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Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning (block-based operation) 100% DK (DC ) A0011177 17 Configuration parameters for interface measurements R = Reference pioint of the measurement = Distance of interface (Distance from reference point to lower medium) E = Empty calibration (= zero point)
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Commissioning (block-based operation) Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Step Block Parameter Action SETUP (TRDSUP) Tank type (tank_type) Select tank type. Selection: • 32816: Bypass / pipe • 33288: Metallic • 33302: Coaxial • 33432: Twin rope • 33433: Twin rod • 33437: Rope...
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Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning (block-based operation) Step Block Parameter Action SETUP (TRDSUP) Signal quality Displays the signal (signal_quality) quality of the level echo. SETUP (TRDSUP) Confirm distance Compare the displayed (confirm_distance) distance to the real distance in order to start the recording of the mapping curve.
Commissioning (block-based operation) Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 11.5 Configuration of the on-site display 11.5.1 Factory settings of the on-site display for interface measurements Parameter Factory setting for devices with 1 current Factory setting for devices with 2 current output outputs Format display 1 value, max.
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Levelflex FMP55 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning (block-based operation) HistoROM A HistoROM is a "non-volatile" device memory in the form of an EEPROM. While this action is in progress, the configuration cannot be edited via the local display and a message on the processing status appears on the display.
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