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Operating Instructions Levelflex M FMP40 Run Time Measurement BA363F/00/en/03.09 No. 71074941 Valid as of software version: 01.08.zz...
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Commissioning via Endress+Hauser operating program In the "Commissioning" section, you learn how to switch on the device and check the functions. Additional information on the operation via the Endress+Hauser operating program (FieldCare) can be found in Operating Instructions BA027S/04. Æ...
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Brief overview Brief Operating Instructions Levelflex M - Brief operating instructions KA283F/00/a2/08.08 71079005 71079005 Contrast: measured value dist./ meas value Group selection basic setup tank process empty full upper block. medium dist./ properties cond.
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Brief overview Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Endress+Hauser...
Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Safety instructions Designated use The Levelflex M FMP40 is a compact level transmitter for the continuous measurement of the total level and the interface level in liquids. Measuring principle: guided level radar / TDR: Time Domain Reflectometry.
Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Safety instructions Safety conventions and icons In order to highlight safety-relevant or alternative operating procedures in the manual, the following conventions have been used, each indicated by a corresponding symbol in the margin. Safety instructions...
Dat./Insp.: D01301-A Reference to additional safety-relevant documentation L00-FMP4xxxx-18-00-00-en-001 Fig. 1: Information on the nameplate of the Levelflex M FMP40 (example) 2.1.2 Ordering structure This overview does not mark options which are mutually exclusive. Approval: A Non-hazardous area Non-hazardous area, WHG...
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Identification Probe: A Rope 4mm / 1/6", mainly liquid Rope 6mm / 1/4", solid H Rope 6mm / 1/4", PA > steel, solid, T = 100°C / 212°F Rod 6mm, liquid Rod 12mm, liquid...
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Identification Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Process Connection: DN100 PN25/40, AlloyC22 >316L flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527) DN150 PN10/16 B1, 316L flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527 C) DN150 PN10/16, AlloyC22 >316L flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527) DN200 PN16 B1, 316L flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527 C) Thread ISO228 G3/4, 316L...
The device complies with the applicable standards and regulations as listed in the EC Declaration of Conformity and thus complies with the statutory requirements of the EC directives. Endress+Hauser confirms the successful testing of the device by affixing to it the CE mark.
Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Installation Installation Quick installation guide Mounting with threaded boss F12/F23 or T12 housing The housing can be turned 350° in order to simplify access to the display and the terminal compartment 1½" F12/F23 housing...
Installation Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Incoming acceptance, transport, storage 3.2.1 Incoming acceptance Check the packaging and the contents for damage. Check the shipment, make sure nothing is missing and that the scope of supply matches your order. 3.2.2 Transport "...
Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Installation General information on interface measurement The Levelflex M with the "interface" electronics version is the ideal solution for measuring interfaces. The device measures variable interfaces and variable total levels simultaneously. overall level min. 60 mm...
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Installation Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA 3.4.1 Electronics The process variables are output using the dynamic variables of the HART protocol. The process variables can be flexibly assigned to the dynamic variables (primary, secondary, tertiary, quaternary value). Dynamic variables of the...
Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Installation Special information on interface measurement Installation in horizontal cylindrical, upright and underground tanks • Use coax probes or rod probes in the bypass/stilling well. A segmented probe is available as a special version for longer measuring ranges.
Installation Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Installation instructions 3.6.1 Mounting kit In addition to the tool needed for flange mounting, you will require the following tool: • For mounting adapters: 60 mm open-end spanner for 1½", 50 mm open-end spanner for ¾".
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Installation 3.6.4 Supporting probes against warping For Ex approval: A support is required for probe lengths ≥ 3 m, (see drawing). For GL/ABS approval: Rod probes ∅ 16 mm ≤ 1 m permissible, rod probes ∅ 6 mm not permissible.
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The Levelflex M is a perfect replacement for a conventional displacer system in an existing displacer chamber. In addition to the DIN and ANSI flanges, which are available as standard, Endress+Hauser also offers flanges that suit Fischer and Masoneilan displacer chamber (special product) for this purpose. Thanks to menu-guided local operation, commissioning the Levelflex M only takes a few minutes.
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Installation 3.6.6 Installing with heat insulation • If process temperatures are high, FMP40 must be included in normal tank insulation to prevent the electronics heating up as a result of thermal radiation or convection.
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Installation Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA 3.6.7 Notes on special mounting situations Installation at an angle • For mechanical reasons, rod probes should be installed as vertically as possible. • If installing at an angle, the probe length must be limited, depending on the angle of installation.
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Installation 3.6.8 Installation with hard-to-reach process connections For tight spaces or in the event of high temperatures, the electronics housing can be ordered with a spacer tube or connecting cable (remote electronics). Installation with a spacer tube When installing, follow the installation instructions on →...
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Installation Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Installation with remote electronics • When installing, please observe the instructions on → ä 20. • Mount housing on a wall or pipe (vertically or horizontally) as shown in the diagram. wall ENDRESS+HAUSER Levelflex M 4 x Ø...
Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Installation 3.6.9 Turning the housing After mounting, you can turn the housing 350° in order make it easier to access the display and the connection compartment. Proceed as follows to turn the housing to the required position: •...
Wiring Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Wiring Quick wiring guide Wiring in F12/F23 housing " Before connection please note the following: ● The power supply must be identical to the data on the Caution! nameplate (1). ENDRESS+HAUSER Made in Germany...
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Wiring Wiring in T12 housing " Before connection please note the following: ● The power supply must be identical to the data on the nameplate (1). Caution! ENDRESS+HAUSER Made in Germany LEVELFLEX-M D-79689 Maulburg ●...
Wiring Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Connecting the measuring unit Connection compartment Three housings are available: • Aluminum housing F12 with additionally sealed connection compartment for: – Standard – Ex ia – Dust ignition-proof • Aluminum housing T12 with separate connection compartment for: –...
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Wiring Cable entry Cable gland: M20x1.5 (only cable entry for Ex d) Cable entry: G ½ or ½ NPT Supply voltage HART, 2-wire All the following values are the terminal voltages directly at the device:...
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Wiring Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA 4.2.1 HART connection with Endress+Hauser RMA422 / RN221N DC power supply unit 4...20 mA RMA422 ENDRESS + HAUSER RMA 422 RN221N 1 2 3 4 dsdmdm df das. asdas fa asas la. FMP40: LIC0001...
Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Wiring Recommended connection 4.3.1 Potential equalization Connect the potential equalization to the external ground terminal (1) of the transmitter. F12/F23 housing T12 housing L00-FMP41Cxx-17-00-00-en-003 4.3.2 Wiring a shielded cable " Caution! In Ex applications, the device must only be grounded on the sensor side. Further safety instructions are given in the separate documentation for applications in hazardous areas (→...
Operation Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Operation Quick operation guide ENDRESS + HAUSER – >3 s Return to process proper. basic setup tank shape Group Selection part. filled standard safety settings fully flooded fast change slow change length adjustment...
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Operation 5.1.1 General structure of the operating menu The operating menu is made up of two levels: • Function groups (00, 01, 03, …, 0C, 0D): The individual operating options of the device are split up roughly into different function groups.
Operation Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Display and operating elements Four lines with 20 characters each. Display contrast adjustable through key combination. (liquid crystal display) Orde Orde Ser.- Ser.- r Cod r Cod No.: No.: sber surin sber surin...
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Operation 5.2.2 Display symbols The following table describes the symbols that appear on the liquid crystal display: Symbol Meaning ALARM_SYMBOL This alarm symbol appears when the device is in an alarm condition. If the symbol flashes, this indicates a warning.
Operation Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Local operation 5.3.1 Locking of the configuration mode The Levelflex can be protected in two ways against unauthorized changing of device data, numerical values or factory settings: "Unlock Parameter" (0A4): A value <>100 (e.g. 99) must be entered in the in the "Unlock Parameter" (0A4) in the "Diagnostics"...
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There is no need to change these parameters under normal circumstances and, consequently, they are protected by a special code known only to the Endress+Hauser service organization. Please contact Endress+Hauser if you have any questions.
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Operation Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA 5.3.3 Factory settings (reset) " Caution! A reset sets the device back to the factory settings. This can lead to an impairment of the measurement. Generally, you should perform basic setup again following a reset.
Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Operation Displaying and acknowledging error messages Type of error Errors that occur during commissioning or measuring are displayed immediately on the local display. If two or more system or process errors occur, the error with the highest priority is the one shown on the display.
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The operating program FieldCare is an Endress+Hauser Plant Asset Management Tool based on FDT technology. You can use Field-Care to configure all your Endress+Hauser devices, as well as devices from other manufacturers that support the FDT standard. It is compatible with the following operating systems: Win2000, WinXP and Windows Vista.
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Operation Signal analysis via envelope curve L00-FMP4xxxx-20-00-00-en-007 Tank linearization L00-fmp-Ixxx-20-00-00-en-041 Endress+Hauser...
Operation Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA HART communication Apart from local operation, you can also configure the measuring device and view measured values by means of the HART protocol. There are two options available for operation: • Operation via the universal handheld operating unit, the Field Communicator 375.
Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Commissioning Commissioning Function check Make sure that all final checks have been completed before you start up your measuring point: • Checklist "Post-installation check". • Checklist "Post-connection check". Switching on the measuring device When the instrument is switched on for the first time, the following messages appear in a sequence of 5 s on the display: software version, communication protocoll and language selection ⇒...
Commissioning Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Basic Setup flange: reference point of measurement = empty calibr. (= zero) - setting in 005 = full calibr. (= span) - setting in 006 = distance interface (distance flange / DK ) - display in 0A6...
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Commissioning The basic setup is sufficient for successful commissioning in most applications. The Levelflex is precalibrated at the factory to the probe length ordered so that in most cases only the application parameters that automatically adapt the device to the measuring conditions need to be entered.
Commissioning Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Basic Setup with the VU331 Function "Measured Value" (000) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – This function displays the current measured value in the selected unit (see "Customer Unit" (042) function). The number of digits after the decimal point can be selected in the "No.
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Commissioning Function "Process Propert." (004) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – Use this function to adapt the device reaction to the filling speed in the tank. The setting influences an intelligent filter and affects the total level and interface layer level in the same way.
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Commissioning Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Function "Full Calibr." (006) ⇒ ENDRESS + HAUSER – This function is used to enter the distance from the minimum level to the maximum level (= span). 100% F = full calibration (= span) F max = E –...
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Commissioning Maximum measured error Typical data under reference operating conditions: DIN EN 61298-2, percentage values in relation to the span. Output: Digital Analog Sum of non-linearity, non- Level (level and interface electronics versions): ±0.06 % repeatability and hysteresis –...
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Commissioning Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Deviating from this, the following measured error occurs for thin interface layers (only "K" interface measurement electronics version): rod probe (example), also valid for coax probe ±50 ±40 No measurement lower medium ±30...
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Commissioning ε DK ( Typical liquids – Chlorobenzene, chloroform 4 to 7 – Cellulose spray – Isocyanate, aniline – Aqueous solutions (DK approx. 80) > 7 – Alcohols – Ammonia Note! Due to the high diffusion rate of ammonia, it is recommended to use the FMP45 with gas-tight bushing for measurements in this medium.
Commissioning Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Envelope curve with VU331 After the basic setup, an evaluation of the measurement with the aid of the envelope curve ("Envelope Curve" (0E) function group) is recommended. 6.5.1 Function "Plot Settings" (0E1) ⇒...
Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Commissioning Function "Envelope Curve Display" (0E3) You can take the following information from the envelope curve display in this function: interface echo cursor (electrical distance) level echo empty calibr. level echo quality of evaluated echo full calibr.
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Commissioning Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA 6.6.3 Mapping • Factory mapping Mapping (empty curve) is already available in the device when the device is delivered. • Customer mapping In a partially filled state, the distance up to 10 cm before the actual total level can be mapped (range of mapping = actual distance from total level - 10 cm), or values >...
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Commissioning Move mode Then press to get to the Move mode. is displayed. You now have the following options: • moves the curve to the right. • moves the curve to the left. L00-FMP4xIxx-07-00-00-xx-002...
Commissioning Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Basic Setup with the Endress+Hauser operating program To carry out the basic setup with the operating program, proceed as follows: • Start the operating program and establish a connection. • Select the "basic setup" function group in the navigation window.
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Commissioning Basic Setup step 2/3: • Enter the application parameters: – tank shape – medium property L00-fmp-Ixxx-20-00-00-de-036 Basic Setup step 3/3: • Enter the application parameters: – empty calibration – full calibration – Upper blocking distance –...
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Commissioning Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA 6.7.1 Signal analysis via envelope curve After the basic setup, an evaluation of the measurement using the envelope curve is recommended. L00-fmp-Ixxx-20-00-00-de-034 6.7.2 User-specific applications (operation) For details of setting the parameters of user-specific applications, see separate documentation BA366F - "Description of Device Functions"...
Repairs The Endress+Hauser repair concept assumes that the measuring devices have a modular design and that customers are able to undertake repairs themselves (see Chap. 9.4 "Spare Parts" Page 72). Please contact Endress+Hauser Service for further information on service and spare parts.
Accessories Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Accessories Various accessories, which can be ordered separately from Endress+Hauser, are available for the Levelflex M. Weather protection cover A weather protection cover made of stainless steel is available for outdoor installation (order code: 543199-0001).
Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Accessories Remote display and operation FHX40 Micropilot M Wall-mounting Pipe-mounting Levelflex M (without mounting bracket) (mounting bracket and plate Prosonic M e r . e r . supplied optionally, s. product structure) o . : o .
Accessories Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Centering disks If the probes with rod version are used in stilling well or bypass, it must be ensured that the probe does not come into contact with the wall. The centering disk fixes the rod probe in the middle of the pipe.
TI404F/00/en. Commubox FXA291 The Commubox FXA291 connects Endress+Hauser field devices with a CDI interface (= Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface) to the USB port of a personal computer or laptop. For details refer to TI405C/07/en. Note! For the following Endress+Hauser devices you need the "ToF adapter FXA291" as an additional accessory: •...
Accessories Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Adapter flange FAU70E / FAU70A adapter flange probe nozzle L00-FMP4xxxx-00-00-00-en-001 Process Connection 12 DN50 PN16 A, flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527 B) 14 DN80 PN16 A, flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527 B) 15 DN100 PN16 A, flange EN1092-1 (DIN2527 B)
Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting instructions Levelflex M -Trouble Shooting Check voltage and Not ok compare it with the Instrument does Connect the Instrument works? Ready specifications on the not respond correct voltage nameplate. Check the polarity...
Troubleshooting Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA System error messages Code Description Possible cause Remedy A102 Checksum error Device was switched off before data could Reset general reset & new calibr. be stored; Avoid EMC problems; required EMC problem if alarm prevails after reset,...
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Troubleshooting Code Description Possible cause Remedy W611 Less than 2 linearization Number of linearization coordinates Correct table points for channel 1 entered < 2 W621 Simulation ch. 1 on Simulation mode is switched on...
Troubleshooting Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Application errors Error Output Possible cause Remedial action A warning or alarm Depends on configuration See table of error See table of error messages (→ ä 68) is pending. messages (→ ä 68) When "fully flooded"...
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Troubleshooting The measured values Echo threshold for the Check the DK value setting in → for the interface and the total level too high "Medium Properties" (003). total level are identical F m/ft expected...
Troubleshooting Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Spare Parts An overview of the spare parts for your device is available in the internet at www.endress.com. To obtain information on the spare parts, proceed as follows: Go to "www.endress.com" and select your country.
Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Troubleshooting Return The following procedures must be carried out before a transmitter is sent to Endress+Hauser e.g. for repair or calibration: • Remove all residue which may be present. Pay special attention to the grooves for seals and crevices which could contain fluid residues.
Technical data Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Technical data 10.1 Additional technical data 10.1.1 Input The measured variable is the distance between the reference point (see Fig. on → ä 16) and the Measured variable product surface. The level is calculated taking into account the empty distance entered (E, see Fig. on → ä 84).
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Technical data Influence of ambient The measurements are carried out in accordance with EN 61298-3: temperature • Digital output: – Average T : 0.6 mm/10 K, max. ±3.5 mm over the entire temperature range -40 °C to +80 °C 2-wire: •...
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Technical data Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Cleaning the probe Depending on the application, contamination or buildup can accumulate on the probe. A thin, even layer only has a slight impact on the measurement. Thick layers can dampen the signal and then reduce the measuring range.
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All probes with ¾" connection Lower edge of the process connections: PPS-GF 40 Endress+Hauser supplies DIN/EN flanges made of stainless steel AISI 316L with the material number 1.4435 or 1.4404. With regard to their stability-temperature property, the materials 1.4435 and 1.4404 are grouped together under 13EO in EN 1092-1 Tab.
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Technical data Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA 10.1.6 Mechanical construction Probe length tolerance Rod probes/coax probes Over Up to Admissible tolerance (mm) - 10 - 20 - 30 Weight Levelflex M FMP40 FMP40 FMP40 + rod probe + rod probe...
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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. Telecommunications Complies with part 15 of the FCC rules for an unintentional radiator.
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Technical data Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Ex approval The devices are certified for use in hazardous areas. The safety instructions to be observed are enclosed and referenced on the nameplate: • Europe: EC type-examination certificate, Safety Instructions XA •...
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Technical data 10.1.8 Additional documentation Note! This Additional documentation can be found on our product pages on www.endress.com. • Technical Information (TI358F/00/en) • Safety Manual "Functional safety manual" (SD174F/00/en) • Certificate "Allgemeine bauaufsichtliche Zulassung" (approval from the German Institute of...
Appendix Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Appendix 11.1 HART operating menu (display module) basic setup tank properties process proper. empty calibr. full calibr. upper block.dist medium cond. enter value enter value partially filled standard fully flooded fast change slow change...
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Appendix dist./meas.value Level and Interface are displayed ackn. alarm max. scale max. scale diameter vessel medium property2 echo quality echo quality offset output damping Echoqual. Füllst 80.00 is displayed is displayed will be added to the...
Appendix Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA 11.2 Description of functions Note! A detailed description of the function groups, functions and parameters is given in the documentation BA366F - "Description of Device Functions" on the enclosed CD-ROM. 11.3 Function and system design The Levelflex is a "downward-looking"...
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Appendix 11.3.1 Input The reflected pulses are transmitted from the probe to the electronics. Here, a microprocessor analyzes the signals and identifies the level echo which was generated by the reflection of the high- frequency pulses at the product surface.
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2-wire line. Local operation • With display and operating module VU331 • With a personal computer, FXA291 and ToF adapter FXA291 (USB) and the Endress+Hauser operating software. FieldCare is a graphical operating software for devices from Endress+Hauser that operate based on the time-of-flight principle (radar, ultrasonic, guided micro-pulse).
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Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Appendix Endress+Hauser...
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Appendix Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Endress+Hauser...
Levelflex M FMP40 with HART/4...20 mA Index Index Accessories ........62 Nameplate.
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Erklärung zur Kontamination und Reinigung Please reference the Return Authorization Number (RA#), obtained from Endress+Hauser, on all paperwork and mark the RA# clearly on the outside of the box. If this procedure is not followed, it may result in the refusal of the package at our facility.
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