Summary of Contents for Endress+Hauser HART Levelflex FMP56
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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...
• Outer ground terminal; device is connected to the plant grounding system. 1.1.3 Tool symbols Flat-blade screwdriver Allen key Torx screwdriver Open-ended wrench 1.1.4 Symbols for certain types of information and graphics Permitted Procedures, processes or actions that are permitted Forbidden Procedures, processes or actions that are forbidden Endress+Hauser...
Trained, qualified specialists must have a relevant qualification for the specific function and task ‣ Are authorized by the plant owner/operator ‣ Are familiar with federal/national regulations ‣ Must have read and understood the instructions in the manual and supplementary documentation ‣ Follow instructions and comply with conditions Endress+Hauser...
The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper or non-intended use. Verification for borderline cases: ‣ For special fluids and fluids for cleaning, Endress+Hauser is glad to provide assistance in verifying the corrosion resistance of fluid-wetted materials, but does not accept any warranty or liability.
The measuring system meets the legal requirements of the applicable EAC guidelines. These are listed in the corresponding EAC Declaration of Conformity along with the standards applied. The manufacturer confirms successful testing of the device by affixing to it the EAC mark. Endress+Hauser...
• Do the nameplate data match the ordering information on the delivery note? • If required (see nameplate): are the Safety Instructions (XA) provided? If one of these conditions is not met, please contact your Endress+Hauser sales office. Product identification The device can be identified in the following ways: •...
Mounting Levelflex FMP56, FMP57 HART Mounting Mounting requirements 4.1.1 Suitable mounting position A0021468 1 Installation conditions for Levelflex Endress+Hauser...
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Securing the probe Securing rope probes A0012609 Rope sag: ≥ 10 mm/(1 m probe length) [0.12 in/(1 ft probe length)] Reliably grounded end of probe Reliably insulated end of probe Fastener in female thread of probe end weight Insulated fastening kit Endress+Hauser...
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• In the case of WHG approval: a support is required for probe lengths ≥ 3 m (10 ft). • In general, rod probes must be secured in the event of horizontal flow (e.g. from an agitator) or strong vibrations. • Only secure rod probes directly at the end of the probe. Endress+Hauser...
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Plastic sleeve, e.g. PTFE, PEEK, PPS Short metal pipe, e.g. welded in place NOTICE Poor grounding of the probe end may cause incorrect measurements. ‣ Use a sleeve with a narrow bore to ensure good electrical contact between the sleeve and the probe rod. Endress+Hauser...
• When installing in metal vessels, ensure there is good metal contact between the process connection and the vessel. 4.2.2 Mounting devices with a flange If a seal is used to mount the device, use uncoated metal screws to ensure good electrical contact between the process flange and the probe flange. Endress+Hauser...
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The probe rope must hang fully extended before an accurate measurement can be performed. 4.2.4 Turning the transmitter housing To provide easier access to the connection compartment or display module, the transmitter housing can be turned: Endress+Hauser...
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Loosen the screw of the securing clamp of the electronics compartment cover using an Allen key (3 mm) and turn the clamp 90 ° counterclockwise. Unscrew the electronics compartment cover and check the cover seal; replace it if necessary. Turning the display module A0036401 Endress+Hauser...
Turn the securing clamp 90 ° in the clockwise direction and, using an Allen key (3 mm), tighten the screw of the securing clamp on the electronics compartment cover with 2.5 Nm. Electrical connection Connecting requirements 5.1.1 Terminal assignment Endress+Hauser...
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Active barrier for power supply (e.g. RN221N); observe terminal voltage Resistor for HART communication (≥ 250 Ω); observe maximum load Connection for Commubox FXA195 or FieldXpert SFX350/SFX370 (via VIATOR Bluetooth modem) Analog display unit; observe maximum load Cable screen; observe cable specification Measuring device Endress+Hauser...
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Active barrier for power supply (e.g. RN221N); observe terminal voltage Resistor for HART communication (≥ 250 Ω); observe maximum load Connection for Commubox FXA195 or FieldXpert SFX350/SFX370 (via VIATOR Bluetooth modem) Analog display unit; observe maximum load Cable screen; observe cable specification Measuring device Switch output (open collector) Endress+Hauser...
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Connection for Commubox FXA195 or FieldXpert SFX350/SFX370 (via VIATOR Bluetooth modem) Analog display unit; observe maximum load Cable screen; observe cable specification Measuring device Analog display unit; observe maximum load Active barrier for power supply (e.g. RN221N), current output 2; observe terminal voltage Endress+Hauser...
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Resistor for HART communication (≥ 250 Ω); observe maximum load Connection for Commubox FXA195 or FieldXpert SFX350/SFX370 (via VIATOR Bluetooth modem) Analog display unit; observe maximum load Cable screen; observe cable specification Measuring device Supply voltage; observe terminal voltage, observe cable specification Endress+Hauser...
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(flange or threaded connection) or to the external ground terminal. An easily accessible power switch must be installed in the proximity of the device. The power switch must be marked as a disconnector for the device (IEC/EN61010). Endress+Hauser...
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Device plug In the case of the device versions with a plug, the housing does not need to be opened to connect the signal cable. A0011175 12 Pin assignment of M12 plug Signal + Not assigned Signal - Ground Endress+Hauser...
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Electrical connection Levelflex FMP56, FMP57 HART A0011176 13 Pin assignment of 7/8" plug Signal - Signal + Not assigned Shielding Endress+Hauser...
If the Bluetooth module is used, the minimum supply voltage increases by 2 V. At ambient temperatures T ≤ -30 °C, a terminal voltage U ≥ 16 V is required to start the device with the minimum failure current (3.6 mA). Endress+Hauser...
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At ambient temperatures T ≤ -30 °C, a terminal voltage U ≥ 16 V is required to start the device with the minimum failure current (3.6 mA). If the Bluetooth module is used, the minimum supply voltage increases by 2 V. Endress+Hauser...
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If the Bluetooth module is used, the minimum supply voltage increases by 2 V. Integrated polarity reversal protection Permitted residual ripple < 1 V with f = 0 to 100 Hz Permitted residual ripple < 10 mV with f = 100 to 10000 Hz Endress+Hauser...
Loosen the screw of the securing clamp of the connection compartment cover using an Allen key (3 mm) and turn the clamp 90 ° counterclockwise. Unscrew the connection compartment cover and check the cover seal; replace it if necessary. Endress+Hauser...
The electrical connection of device versions without an integrated overvoltage protection 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. Endress+Hauser...
2.5 Nm. Operation options The device can be operated as follows: • Operation via operating menu (display) • DeviceCare and Fieldcare, see Operating Instructions • SmartBlue (app), Bluetooth (optional), see Operating Instructions Endress+Hauser...
Visualization of a parameter (here: parameter with picklist) 3.1 Header containing parameter name and error symbol (if an error is active) 3.2 Picklist; marks the current parameter value. Input matrix for numbers Input matrix for alphanumeric and special characters Endress+Hauser...
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• If present, opens the help text for the function of the parameter. • In a text and numeric editor: Pressing the key briefly: • Opens the selected group. • Carries out the selected action. • Carries out the selected action. Endress+Hauser...
When you call up the "Expert" menu, you are always asked for an access code. If a customer-specific access code has not been defined, "0000" must be entered. 6.2.1 Opening the context menu Using the context menu, the user can call up the following menus quickly and directly from the operational display: Endress+Hauser...
7.1.1 Disabling write protection If the device is write-protected, write protection must first be disabled. See the Operating Instructions of the device for this purpose: BA01004F (FMP56/FMP57, HART) Setting the operating language Factory setting: English or ordered local language Endress+Hauser...
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Main menu 0104-1 Display language English Operation Setup Display language 0104-1 English à Deutsch Español Français Display language 0104-1 à English Deutsch Español Français Hauptmenü 0104-1 Sprache Deutsch Betrieb Setup A0029420 18 Taking the example of the local display Endress+Hauser...
Specify the empty distance E (distance from the reference point R to the 0% mark). Setup → Full calibration Specify the full distance F (distance from the 0% mark to the 100% mark). Setup → Level Displays the measured level L (for verification purposes). Endress+Hauser...
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Displays the distance D between the reference point R and the level L (for verification purposes). Setup → Signal quality Displays the signal quality of the analyzed level echo (for verification purposes). Setup → Mapping → Confirm distance Compare the distance displayed with the actual value to start recording an interference echo map. Endress+Hauser...
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