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LEVIFLOW
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LEVIFLOW
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LEVIFLOW
Converters:
This manual contains information necessary for the safe and proper use of the LEVIFLOW
Included are specifications for the standard configuration, components, and instructions regarding its use, installation,
operation, adjustment, inspection and maintenance. For special configuration of the LEVIFLOW
accompanying information. If the flowmeters have to be configured for other parameter settings then the LEVIFLOW
Configuration Software (see relevant manual Levitronix
with the contents of this manual to ensure the safe and effective use of this product. After reading, please store the
manual where the personnel responsible for operating can readily refer to it at any time.
PL-4502-00, Rev11, DCO# 18-107
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LFS-04(H), -08(H), -20(H), -50(H), -80(H) (LFS-Series)
LFS-008 (Low-Flow Sensor)
LFC-1C (single channel, LFS-Series without LFS-008)
LFC-1C-F4 (single channel, LFS-008 only)
LFC-6C (6-channel, LFS-Series without LFS-008)
LFC-6CIO (6-channel, I/O interface, LFS-Series)
Doc.# PL-4501-00) is necessary. Please familiarize yourself
User Manual for LEVIFLOW
LOWMETERS
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LFS flowmeter series.
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LFS Flowmeters
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flowmeters refer to
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First Release: 29-May-09
Last Update: 30-Jul-18
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- Page 1 If the flowmeters have to be configured for other parameter settings then the LEVIFLOW Configuration Software (see relevant manual Levitronix Doc.# PL-4501-00) is necessary. Please familiarize yourself with the contents of this manual to ensure the safe and effective use of this product. After reading, please store the manual where the personnel responsible for operating can readily refer to it at any time.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com Table of Contents SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................3 SPECIFICATIONS ..............................4 Component Overview ............................4 Standard System Configurations ........................6 Single Channel Configuration – LFS-Series ........................6 2.2.1 Multi-Channel Configuration – LFS-Series ........................6 2.2.2... -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
1 Safety Precautions CAUTION Do not under any circumstances open the converter or sensor housing. Levitronix does not assume responsibility for any damage, which occurs under such circumstances. WARNING Hazardous voltage may be present. In case of the usage of an inadequate AC/DC power supply, mains voltages may be present (even if the system is designed for 24VDC). -
Page 4: Specifications
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 2 Specifications 2.1 Component Overview ® Figure 1: Standard LEVIFLOW LFS flow sensors ® Figure 2: Standard LEVIFLOW LFC converters ® Figure 3: LEVIFLOW accessories PL-4502-00, Rev11, DCO# 18-107... - Page 5 ® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com Fitting Max. Liquid Cable Pos. Part Name Part # Shape Flow Note (Tube) Temperat. Connector 0 – 0.8 lpm 1/4” LFS-008-Z / LFS-008-U 100-30323 / 100-30324 Z / U 90 °C 0 – 4 lpm 1/4”...
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Page 6: Standard System Configurations
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 2.2 Standard System Configurations 2.2.1 Single Channel Configuration – LFS-Series ® LEVIFLOW Converter LFC-1C (Single Channel) Flow Out Digital Signal Processor Piezo Transducers Extension In-/Output Cables LFE Electrical Interface Flow In Power Supply: 24 VDC... - Page 7 ® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com RS485 (MODBUS) Power Supply: 24 VDC - Configuration with PC Software - Data Reading Ferrite Signal/Power Bus Connector Analog Outputs: 6 Channels Digital Signal Processor ® LEVIFLOW Converter LFC-6CIO (6-Channel with I/O Signals)
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Page 8: Specifications Of Sensors
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 2.3 Specifications of Sensors Sensor Type LFS-008 LFS-04(H) LFS-08(H) LFS-20(H) LFS-50(H) LFS-80(H) Characteristics 0 – 0.8 0 – 4 0 – 8 0 – 20 0 – 50 0 – 80 Flow Range [lpm] 1/4”... -
Page 9: Specifications Of Converters
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 2.4 Specifications of Converters 2.4.1 General Specifications Characteristics Single Channel Converter Types LFC-1C and LFC-1C-F4 Power Supply Voltage / Current / Inrush Current 24 VDC ± 10% / 150 mA / Peak 1.8 A within 100 µs 0 –... -
Page 10: Overview Of Parameter Configuration
Table 8 shows the standard (“Default”) and possible parameter configurations of the flowmeters. This user ® manual is dealing with the standard configuration. For setting up other configurations the LEVIFLOW Configuration Software is needed. Consult the “Configuration-SW User Manual” (Levitronix Doc.# PL-4501- 00) for more detailed description. Block... -
Page 11: Basic Dimensions Of Main Components
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 2.5 Basic Dimensions of Main Components 2.5.1 Dimensions of Sensors Tag with Calibration Data Extension Cable Concept with IP-65 Connector Protection Female Cover To Converter Æ Figure 8: Dimension legend for LFS-04 and LFS-08 sensors... -
Page 12: Dimensions Of Converters
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 2.5.2 Dimensions of Converters Figure 10: Dimensions and layout of interfaces of single channel converter LFC-1C / LFC-1C-F4 Termination Box (for RS485) Bus Connector Connector Box (RS485 and Supply Bus) DIN Rail... -
Page 13: Dimensions Of Adaptor Cables
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com Connector Digital I/O Connector Termination Box Analog Output (for RS485) Bus Connector Sensor Connector (Bipolar Audio Type) Connector Box EMI Ferrite (RS485 and Supply Bus) Maximum distance from (for supply) connector box is 15 cm. -
Page 14: Installation
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 3 Installation 3.1 Installation of Converters LFC-1C and LFC-1C-F4 3.1.1 Overview and Preparation Interface Connector Pin 1 Pin 12 Sensor Specific Label DIN Rail Mounting Sensor Connectors High ADRS LOW ADRS 4 Digit Display... -
Page 15: Instructions For Electrical Installation
Configuration Software can be used to debug and configure the flowmeter over the RS485. For communication with RS485 the MODBUS protocol can be requested at Levitronix 3.1.2 Instructions for Electrical Installation 1. Remove the DC power from the converter. -
Page 16: Instructions For Mechanical Installation
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 3.1.4 Instructions for Mechanical Installation WARNING Hazardous voltage may be present. In order to avoiding fluid spills shorting voltages within the converter, place it in a spill protected environment (for example protected electronic cabinets). -
Page 17: Installation Of Converters Lfc-6C And Lfc-6Cio
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 3.2 Installation of Converters LFC-6C and LFC-6CIO 3.2.1 Overview and Preparation Fixation Bars Converter Termination Connector Fixation Sensor Connectors Multi-Converter Array Channel Indication Channel 6 Pin 1 Low ADRS Re-Zero Button Channel... - Page 18 ® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com Pin # Designation Specification +24 V 24 VDC ± 10% (See Table 7 for current specifications) Field Ground. See note in installation Section 3.2.2 TRX+ RS485 with MODBUS protocol Digital communication in a sensor array or configuration with configuration SW.
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Page 19: Instructions For Electrical Installation
The K-Factor and the 5 Calibration Values (11 for LFS-008) are available on the sensor tag and on a calibration sheet delivered with each sensor. Consult the configuration “Configuration-SW User Manual” (Levitronix Doc.# PL-4501-00) for handling with ®... -
Page 20: Instructions For Mechanical Installation
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 3.2.4 Instructions for Mechanical Installation WARNING Hazardous voltage may be present. In order to avoiding fluid spills shorting voltages within the converter, place it in a spill protected environment (for example protected electronic cabinets). -
Page 21: Installation Of Sensors
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 3.3 Installation of Sensors 3.3.1 Overview and Preparation LFS-80 0 – 80 l/min LFS-50 0 – 50 l/min LFS-20 0 – 20 l/min LFS-08 LFS-04 0 – 8 l/min 0 – 4 l/min LFS-008 0 –... -
Page 22: Instructions For Mechanical And Hydraulic Installation
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 3.3.3 Instructions for Mechanical and Hydraulic Installation 1. In order mechanically sensor body fixation holes used LFS-008 and LFS-04/08 models (see Figure 8 and Figure 20) and 4 threads for the LFS-20/50/80 models (see Figure 9 and Figure 20, see max. -
Page 23: Operation
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 4 Operation 4.1 General Timing Specifications 4.1.1 Startup Time ® After power-on a LEVIFLOW converter startup sequence with information about converter type, firmware version and baud rate is proceeded. During this sequence flow measurement is not performed. Start-up time is about 8 seconds for every converter type. -
Page 24: System Operation With Lfc-1C / Lfc-1C-F4
Table 10 shows the standard configuration of the electrical interface (PLC). For other configurations the LEVIFLOW ® configuration software has to be used (according manual is Levitronix Doc.# PL-4501-00). 4.2.2 Typical Setups Using the PLC Interface ® The Figure 23 and Figure 24 show typical setups for LEVIFLOW converters using the PLC interface. -
Page 25: Operation With Rs485
Supply GND Levitronix Pump System Converter LFC-1C ® Figure 24: Usage of PLC of LFC-1C-xx converters with a Levitronix pump system 4.2.3 Operation with RS485 Operation with communication over an RS485 bus is possible. The according MODBUS protocol can be ... -
Page 26: Display Messages
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 4.2.5 Display Messages Display Message Digit 1 – 4 Priority Event Status Description - Firmware download running – Download - Blinking Volume counter reset - Volume counter is reset - Zero adjustment is running (approximately 2 sec.) -
Page 27: System Operation With Converter Lfc-6C And Lfc-6Cio
Standard operation with LFC-6C is done with the RS485 interface, which also can be done with the LFC- 6CIO. The according MODBUS protocol can be requested at Levitronix 4.3.3 Standalone Operation with Display The LFC-6C/LFC-6CIO can be used as standalone device, where the flow values can be read on the display. -
Page 28: Inspection And Maintenance
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 5 Inspection and Maintenance ® The LEVIFLOW ultrasonic flowmeters do not require special maintenance since there are no moving parts that can be subjected to wear and tear. However, the following periodical checks are recommended to ensure smooth and reliable operation: 1. -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
® More detailed error analysis can be done with the LEVIFLOW Configuration Software. Contact Levitronix for a sample of the configuration software and the according manual (Levitronix Doc.# PL-4501-00). 7 Technical Support For troubleshooting, support and detailed technical information contact Levitronix... -
Page 30: Appendix
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 8 Appendix 8.1 Regulatory Status 8.1.1 CE Marking ® The LEVIFLOW flowmeters, in its various configurations as listed below, Part Name Description Flowsensors: LFS-008 (0 – 800 mLpm), LFS-04 (0 - 4 lpm), LFS-08 (0 - 8 lpm), LFS-20 (0 - 20 lpm), LFS-50 (0 - 50 lpm),... -
Page 31: Symbols And Signal Words
® User Manual for LEVIFLOW LFS Flowmeters www.levitronix.com 8.2 Symbols and Signal Words Symbol / Description Type Source Signal Word Indication of an imminently hazardous situation that, if DANGER not avoided, will result in death or severe injury. Signal word...
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