Connecting the signal output ......................20 Wiring diagram of level switch NRS 1-50 ..................21 Connection example for Class C ..................... 22 Example switching combinations ....................23 NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
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Action against high-frequency interference ..................29 Interlock and interlock deactivation ....................29 Checking switchpoints ........................29 Taking out of service .......................... 30 Disposal .............................. 30 UL components ........................... 30 NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
The General Terms & Conditions of GESTRA AG apply. Scope of supply, product package NRS 1-50 1 level switch NRS 1-50 1 Installation & Operating Manual NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
How to use this Manual This Installation & Operating Manual describes the correct use of the NRS 1-50 level switch. It applies to persons who integrate this equipment in control systems, install, bring into service, operate, maintain and dispose of this equipment. Anyone carrying out the above-mentioned activities must have read this Installation &...
Warning of a situation that may result in minor or moderate injury. ATTENTION Warning of a situation that results in damage to property or the environment. NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
A boiler that is operated at 145 psi (10 bar) and 356°F (180°C) may be designed to withstand a pressure of 870 psi (60 bar) and a temperature of 527°F (275°C), for example, which is therefore not necessarily its operating point. NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
Usage for the intended purpose The NRS 1-50 level switch is used in conjunction with the NRG 1...-50 level electrode as a water level limiter for steam boilers and hot water installations. Water level limiters switch off the heating when the water drops below the set low water level (LW).
Check that the plant is not carrying live voltage before commencing work. ■ Attempts to repair the equipment will cause the plant to become unsafe. The NRS 1-50 level switch may only be repaired by the manufacturer, GESTRA AG. ■ Only replace faulty equipment with identical equipment from GESTRA AG.
Refits Specialist staff with pressure and temperature. Notes on product liability The manufacturer cannot accept any liability for damages resulting from improper use of the equipment. NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
In addition, the signal contact for external signaling devices closes without a delay. The NRS 1-50 level switch must be used in combination with an external manual reset when used as a protective device per ASME CSD-1.
Site altitude Max. 6560 ft (2000 m) Other information ■ Incorporated Type 2 action protective control Class B (C) ■ Pollution degree 2, impulse voltage 2500 V NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
Switch off the voltage to the plant before you install the equipment. ■ Check that the plant is not carrying live voltage before commencing work. ■ NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
Attention Pay attention to regulations in your country, e.g., NEC, NFPA, CEC, when using this equipment. NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
Take further measures to protect the equipment from lightning, insects and ■ animals, and salty air. You will need the following tools: Pozidriv screwdriver size PZ1 ■ NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
ATTENTION Incorrect installation can lead to malfunctions in the plant or the level electrode. The NRS 1-50 level switch snaps onto a TH 35, EN 60715 support rail in a control cabi- net. Fig. 3 5 NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
24 and 26. Provide the output contacts with a slow blow T1A fuse. Note In the event of an alarm, the NRS 1-50 level switch interlock does not take place ■ automatically.
A safety power supply unit (SELV / PELV / CLASS2) must be used to supply the ■ NRS 1-50 level switch with 24 V DC. This must provide a level of isolation against dangerous contact voltages that at least meets the requirements for double or reinforced insulation in accordance with UL 60730-1 (protective electrical isolation).
Signal output 1 / 2 for external alarm 24 V DC, 100 mA (semiconductor output) Safety circuit, input and output Wire jumper, provided by customer Level electrode NRG 1...-50 CGP Central grounding point in control cabinet NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
Reset IN Reset button Signal 1 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 NRS 1-50/51 Test Signal 2 Reset OUT 11 12 Fig. 5 NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
Fig. 6 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Fig. 9 Safety circuit Level electrode NRG 1...-50 Level switch NRS 1-50 for advance low water alarm Level switch NRS 1-50 NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
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Figure 8 Combination consisting of 1x NRG 1...-50 level electrode plus 1x NRS 1-50 level switch as a water level limiter and 1x NRG 1...-50 level electrode plus 1x NRS 1-50 level switch as an advance low water alarm. Figure 9 Combination consisting of 2x NRG 1...-50 level electrodes plus 2x NRS 1-50 level switches as...
Check level electrode installation and make sure Upper pressure relief that the level in the protective tube corresponds hole is flooded. to the actual water level. NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
LED lights were an alarm. Signal output closed. Test is complete. If the test is failed, replace the level switch. NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
Once the error has been rectified, the level switch reverts to normal operation. After troubleshooting, please switch the supply voltage off and on again after approx. 5 s. NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
Fig. 11 CGP Central grounding point in control cabinet Note The self-test of the NRS 1-50 level switch cyclically reduces U , possibly to ■ 0 V. NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
■ Suppress HF interference using hinged-shell ferrite rings. Interlock and interlock deactivation In the event of an alarm, the NRS 1-50 level switch interlock does not take place automatically. If the installation requires an interlock, this must be implemented in the external (safety) circuit.
■ rail Disposal Dispose of the level switch in accordance with statutory waste disposal regulations. UL components The NRS 1-50 level switch is registered under XACN.E513189. NRS 1-50 For ONE electrode - USA - Installation & Operating Manual - 850693-00...
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