Mounting The Sensor - Siemens SITRANS F Operating Instructions Manual

Installing/mounting
4.3 Sensor installation
Installation in a drop line
Installation in a drop line is only recommended if a pipeline reduction or orifice with a smaller
cross-section can be installed to create back-pressure and prevent the sensor from being
partially drained while measuring.
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Figure 4-6
4.3.4

Mounting the sensor

CAUTION
Incorrect mounting
The device can be damaged, destroyed, or its functionality impaired through improper
mounting.
 Before installing ensure there is no visible damage to the device.
 Make sure that process connectors are clean, and suitable gaskets and glands are
 Mount the device using suitable tools. Refer to the information in "Technical data"
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Back pressure orifice
On / off valve
Installation in drop line
used.
(Page 174) , for example installation torques requirements.
SITRANS FC430 with HART
Operating Instructions, 03/2012, A5E03361511-01