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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 HART 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...
Important document information Levelflex FMP55 HART Important document information Symbols 1.1.1 Safety symbols Symbol Meaning DANGER! This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation will result in DANGER 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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Levelflex FMP55 HART Important document information 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.
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.
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Incoming acceptance and product identification Levelflex FMP55 HART 4.2.1 Nameplate Order code: Ser. no.: Ext. ord. cd.: Order code: Ser. no.: Ext. ord. cd.: A0021952 2 Example of a nameplate Order code Serial number (Ser. no.) Extended order code (Ext. ord. cd.)
Levelflex FMP55 HART 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 HART A0015471 Endress+Hauser...
Levelflex FMP55 HART Mounting Mounting Mounting requirements 6.1.1 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 HART 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. Endress+Hauser...
Levelflex FMP55 HART 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 HART • 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 HART 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 Required tools:...
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Mounting Levelflex FMP55 HART 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 HART 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 module...
Mounting Levelflex FMP55 HART 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"...
Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection Electrical connection Connection conditions 7.1.1 Terminal assignment 2-wire: 4-20mA HART – – 4...20 mA – – 4...20 mA A0011294 6 Terminal assignment 2-wire; 4-20mA HART Without integrated overvoltage protection With integrated overvoltage protection Active barrier with power supply (e.g. RN221N): Observe terminal voltage HART communication resistor (≥...
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Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 HART Analog display device: Observe maximum load Cable screen; observe cable specification 4-20mA HART (passive): Terminals 1 and 2 Overvoltage protection module Terminal for potential equalization line Cable entry Endress+Hauser...
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Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection 2-wire: 4-20mA HART, switch output – ≥250 Ω 4...20 mA – ≥250 Ω 4...20 mA A0013759 7 Terminal assignment 2-wire; 4-20mA HART, switch output Without integrated overvoltage protection With integrated overvoltage protection Active barrier with power supply (e.g. RN221N): Observe terminal voltage HART communication resistor (≥...
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Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 HART Cable entry for 4-20mA HART line Cable entry for switch output line Overvoltage protection module Endress+Hauser...
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Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection 2-wire: 4-20mA HART, 4-20mA – 4...20 mA – 4...20 mA – 4...20 mA – 4...20 mA A0013923 8 Terminal assignment 2-wire, 4-20 mA HART, 4...20mA Without integrated overvoltage protection With integrated overvoltage protection Connection current output 2 Connection current output 1 Supply voltage for current output 1 (e.g.
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Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 HART Analog display device ; observe maximum load Analog display device ; observe maximum load Supply voltage for current output 2 (e.g. RN221N); Obeserve terminal voltage Overvoltage protection module Current output 2: Terminals 3 and 4...
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Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection 4-wire: 4-20mA HART (10.4 to 48 V ≥250 Ω 4...20 mA A0011340 9 Terminal assignment 4-wire; 4-20mA HART (10.4 to 48 V Evaluation unit, e.g. PLC HART communication resistor (≥ 250 Ω): Observe maximum load...
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Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 HART 4-wire: 4-20mA HART (90 to 253 V ≥250 Ω 4...20 mA A0018965 10 Terminal assignment 4-wire; 4-20mA HART (90 to 253 V Evaluation unit, e.g. PLC HART communication resistor (≥ 250 Ω): Observe maximum load...
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Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection CAUTION To ensure electrical safety: ‣ Do not disconnect the protective connection (6). ‣ Disconnect the supply voltage before disconnecting the protective earth (7). Connect protective earth to the internal ground terminal (7) before connecting the supply voltage.
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Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 HART 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 + not connected...
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Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection 7.1.3 Power supply 2-wire, 4-20mA HART, passive 2-wire; 4-20mA HART "Approval" Terminal voltage U at Maximum load R, depending on the supply voltage U at the supply the device unit • Non-Ex 17.5 to 35 V •...
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Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 HART 2-wire; 4-20 mA HART, switch output "Approval" Terminal Maximum load R, depending on the supply voltage U at the supply voltage U at unit the device • Non-Ex 16 to 35 V R [ ] •...
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Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection 2-wire; 4-20mA HART, 4-20mA "Approval" Terminal voltage U at the Maximum load R, depending on the supply voltage U at the supply device unit Channel 1: 17 to 30 V R [ ] U 0 [V]...
< 1.5 pF Nominal arrest impulse voltage (8/20 μs) 10 kA 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...
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Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection Required tools/accessories: • For devices with a cover lock: Allen key AF3 • Wire stripper • When using stranded cables: One ferrule for every wire to be connected. 3 mm A0012619 11 Dimensions: mm (in) Loosen the screw of the securing clamp on the connection compartment cover and turn the securing clamp 90°...
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Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 HART A0032468 Connect the cable in accordance with the terminal assignment → 21. If using shielded cables: Connect the cable shield to the ground terminal. Fit the cover of the connection compartment back on. 10. If present, turn the cover lock so that it is located over the edge of the cover and then tighten.
Levelflex FMP55 HART Electrical connection To remove cables from the terminal: Using a flat-blade screwdriver ≤ 3 mm, press down on the slot between the two terminal holes while simultaneously pulling the cable end out of the terminal. Post-connection check ...
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...
Levelflex FMP55 HART Commissioning (via operating menu) Commissioning (via operating menu) Display and operating module 9.1.1 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. size) 1.1 Header containing tag and error symbol (if an error is active)
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Commissioning (via operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 HART 9.1.2 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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Levelflex FMP55 HART Commissioning (via operating menu) 9.1.3 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 • Keylock on Opening and closing the context menu The user is in the operational display.
Commissioning (via operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 HART 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.
Levelflex FMP55 HART Commissioning (via operating menu) 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: BA01003F (FMP55, HART) Setting the operating language...
Commissioning (via operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 HART 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)
Levelflex FMP55 HART Commissioning (via operating menu) 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.
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