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Endress+Hauser Levelflex FMP53 Operating Instructions Manual

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71603687
2022-12-13
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  • Page 1 Products Solutions Services BA01053F/00/EN/08.22-00 71603687 2022-12-13 01.01.zz (Device software) Operating Instructions Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Guided wave radar...
  • Page 2 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3.1.1 Levelflex FMP53 ....14 menu ......
  • Page 4 Table of contents Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Index tables of Endress+Hauser parameters . . 62 Diagnostics and troubleshooting . . . 93 9.6.1 Setup Transducer Block ... 62 13.1 General troubleshooting ....93 9.6.2...
  • Page 5 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Table of contents 17.3 "Setup" menu ......126 17.3.1 "Mapping" wizard ....133 17.3.2 "Analog input 1 to 5"...

  • Page 6: Important Document Information

    Important document information Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Important document information Purpose of this document These Operating Instructions contain all the information that is required in the various phases of the life cycle of the device: from product identification, incoming acceptance and storage, to mounting, connection, operation and commissioning through to troubleshooting, maintenance and disposal.

  • Page 7: Symbols For Certain Types Of Information And Graphics

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Important document information Flat blade screwdriver Torx screwdriver Allen key Open-ended wrench 1.2.4 Symbols for certain types of information and graphics  Permitted Procedures, processes or actions that are permitted  Preferred Procedures, processes or actions that are preferred  Forbidden...

  • Page 8: Documentation

    For an overview of the scope of the associated Technical Documentation, refer to the following: • Device Viewer (www.endress.com/deviceviewer): Enter the serial number from the nameplate • Endress+Hauser Operations app: Enter serial number from nameplate or scan matrix code on nameplate. 1.3.1 Technical Information (TI)

  • Page 9: Registered Trademarks

    Registration-pending trademark of the FieldComm Group, Austin, Texas, USA Bluetooth® The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Endress+Hauser is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Apple®...
  • Page 10 Important document information Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus TRI-CLAMP® Registered trademark of Ladish & Co., Inc., Kenosha, USA Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 11: Basic Safety Instructions

    The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper or non-intended use. Clarification of 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.

  • Page 12: Workplace Safety

    Basic safety instructions Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Workplace safety When working on and with the device: ‣ Wear the required protective equipment according to federal or national regulations. With separable probe rods, medium may penetrate the joints between the individual parts of the rod.

  • Page 13: Eac Conformity

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Basic safety instructions 2.5.2 EAC conformity 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.

  • Page 14: Product Description

    Product description Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Product description Product design 3.1.1 Levelflex FMP53 A0013421  1 Design of the Levelflex Electronics housing Process connection Rod probe Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 15: Electronics Housing

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Product description 3.1.2 Electronics housing A0012422  2 Design of the electronics housing Electronics compartment cover Display module Main electronics module Cable glands (1 or 2, depending on instrument version) Nameplate I/O electronics module Terminals (pluggable spring terminals)

  • Page 16: Incoming Acceptance And Product

    • 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 following options are available for the identification of the measuring device: •...

  • Page 17: Nameplate

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Incoming acceptance and product identification 4.2.1 Nameplate 92 (3.62) Order code: Ser. no.: Ext. ord. cd.: MWP: LN = Lref = Mat.: DeviceID: Dev.Rev.: if modification see sep. label Date: A0010725  3 Nameplate of the Levelflex; engineering unit: mm (in)

  • Page 18: Storage, Transport

    Storage, transport Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Storage, transport Storage temperature • Permitted storage temperature: –40 to +80 °C (–40 to +176 °F) • Use original packaging. Transporting the product to the measuring point WARNING Housing or rod may become damaged or pull off.

  • Page 19: Mounting

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Mounting Mounting Mounting requirements 6.1.1 Suitable mounting position A0014130  4 Installation conditions for Levelflex Spacing requirements when mounting • Distance (A) between the vessel wall and rod probes: • For smooth metallic walls: > 50 mm (2 in) •...
  • Page 20 Mounting Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Additional conditions • When mounting outdoors, a weather protection cover (1) can be used to protect the device against extreme weather conditions. • Do not mount the probe in the filling curtain (2). When the housing is mounted in a recess (e.g. in a concrete ceiling), observe a minimum distance of 100 mm (4 in) between the cover of the connection compartment/electronics compartment and the wall.

  • Page 21: Mounting Under Confined Conditions

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Mounting 6.1.2 Mounting under confined conditions Mounting with remote probe The device version with a remote probe is suitable for applications with restricted mounting space (product structure: probe design). In this case, the electronics housing is mounted at a separate position from the probe.
  • Page 22 Mounting Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Separable probes 4.5 Nm A0014166 The use of separable rod probes (Ø 8 mm) is advisable in confined mounting conditions (limited distance to the ceiling). • Max. probe length 6 m (19.68 ft) • Max. lateral loading capacity 10 Nm •...

  • Page 23: Notes On The Mechanical Load Of The

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Mounting 6.1.3 Notes on the mechanical load of the probe Lateral loading capacity (flexural strength) of rod probes FMP53 Rod 8mm (0.31") 316L 10 Nm Rod 8mm (0.31") 316L separable 10 Nm Lateral load (bending moment) from flow conditions...

  • Page 24: Special Installation Situations

    Mounting Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 6.1.4 Special installation situations Tanks with spray ball for probe cleaning A0014131 Mounting close to vessel wall Mounting the probe close to the vessel wall improves the cleaning effect when a spray ball is used. The cleaning jet is directed onto the probe via the vessel wall. As a result, the probe is also cleaned in places the spray ball jet would normally not reach.
  • Page 25 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Mounting Mounting at an angle A0014145 • For mechanical reasons, the probe should be installed as vertically as possible. • If the probe is installed at an angle, the length of the probe must be reduced depending on the angle of installation.
  • Page 26 Mounting Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Non-metal vessels A0012527 Non-metal vessel Metal sheet or metal flange To ensure good measurement results when mounting on non-metal vessels, at the process connection mount a metal sheet with a diameter of at least 200 mm (8 in) at a right angle to the probe.
  • Page 27 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Mounting Plastic and glass vessels: Mounting the probe on the outside wall In the case of plastic and glass vessels, the probe can also be mounted on the outside wall under certain conditions. A0014150 Plastic or glass vessel...
  • Page 28 Mounting Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 2. Parameter Expert → Sensor → Gas phase compensation → Const. GPC factor  Quotient: Enter "(actual probe length)/(measured probe length)". Compensation via the calibration parameters If it is necessary to actually compensate for a gas phase, the gas phase compensation function is not available for the correction of external mounting.
  • Page 29 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Mounting Vessel with thermal insulation If process temperatures are high, the device must be included in normal vessel insulation (1) in order to prevent the electronics heating up as a result of thermal radiation or convection. The insulation may not go beyond the points labeled "MAX" in the drawings.

  • Page 30: Mounting The Measuring Device

    Mounting Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Mounting the measuring device 6.2.1 Tool list AF 8 mm 3 mm 6 mm • To shorten rope probes: use a saw or bolt cutters • To shorten rod or coax probes: use a saw •...

  • Page 31: Turning The Transmitter Housing

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 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  6 Mounting the electronics housing with the mounting bracket. Unit of measurement mm (in) Wall mounting Post mounting Connecting the connecting cable...

  • Page 32: Turning The Display

    Mounting Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus max. 350° 8 mm 8 mm A0032242 1. Unscrew the securing screw using an open-ended wrench. 2. Rotate the housing in the desired direction. 3. Tighten the securing screw (1.5 Nm for plastic housing; 2.5 Nm for aluminum or stainless steel housing).

  • Page 33: Post-Installation Check

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Mounting Closing the cover of the electronics compartment 3 mm 2.5 Nm A0021451 1. Screw down the cover of the electronics compartment. 2. 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.

  • Page 34: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Electrical connection Connecting requirements 7.1.1 Terminal assignment Terminal assignment, 4-wire: 4 to 20 mA HART (90 to 253 V A0036519  7 Terminal assignment, 4-wire: 4 to 20 mAHART (90 to 253 V Connection 4 to 20 mA HART (active): terminals 3 and 4...
  • Page 35 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Electrical connection Terminal assignment PROFIBUS PA / FOUNDATION Fieldbus A0036500  8 Terminal assignment PROFIBUS PA / FOUNDATION Fieldbus Without integrated overvoltage protection With integrated overvoltage protection Connection, PROFIBUS PA / FOUNDATION Fieldbus: terminals 1 and 2, without integrated overvoltage...

  • Page 36: Cable Specification

    ≥60 °C (140 °F): use cable for temperature T +20 K. FOUNDATION Fieldbus Endress+Hauser recommends using twisted, shielded two-wire cables. For further information on the cable specifications, see Operating Instructions BA00013S "FOUNDATION Fieldbus Overview", FOUNDATION Fieldbus Guideline and IEC 61158-2 (MBP).

  • Page 37: Supply Voltage

    < 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...

  • Page 38: Connecting The Device

    Electrical connection Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Connecting the device WARNING Explosion Hazard! ‣ Observe applicable national standards. ‣ Comply with the specifications in the Safety Instructions (XA). ‣ Use specified cable glands only. ‣ Check to ensure that the power supply matches the information on the nameplate.

  • Page 39: Plug-In Spring-Force Terminals

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Electrical connection 5. Connect the cable according to the terminal assignment.  A0034682 6. If using shielded cables: Connect the cable shield to the ground terminal. 7.2.3 Plug-in spring-force terminals The electrical connection of device versions without an integrated overvoltage protection is via plug-in spring-force terminals.
  • Page 40 Electrical connection Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus  Do the mounted cables have adequate strain relief? Are all the cable glands installed, firmly tightened and leak-tight?  Does the supply voltage match the specifications on the nameplate?  Is the terminal assignment correct? If necessary, has a protective ground connection been established?

  • Page 41: Operation Methods

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation methods Operation methods Overview 8.1.1 Local operation Operation Pushbuttons Touch Control with Order code for Option C "SD02" Option E "SD03" "Display; Operation" A0036312 A0036313 Display 4-line display 4-line display elements white background lighting; switches to red in...

  • Page 42: Operation With Remote Display And Operating Module Fhx50

    Operation methods Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 8.1.2 Operation with remote display and operating module FHX50 A0036314  15 FHX50 operating options Display and operating module SD03, optical keys; can be operated through the glass of the cover Display and operating module SD02, push buttons; cover must be removed 8.1.3...
  • Page 43 High Speed Ethernet FF-H1 FOUNDATION Fieldbus-H1 Linking Device FF-HSE/FF-H1 Bus Power Supply Safety Barrier Bus Terminator Via service interface (CDI) A0039148 Computer with FieldCare/DeviceCare operating tool Commubox FXA291 Service interface (CDI) of the measuring device (= Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface) Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 44: Structure And Function Of The Operating Menu

    Operation methods Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Structure and function of the operating menu 8.2.1 Structure of the operating menu Menu Submenu / Meaning parameter Language Defines the operating language of the local display Commissioning Launches the interactive wizard for guided commissioning.
  • Page 45 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation methods Menu Submenu / Meaning parameter Communication Contains all parameters needed to configure the digital communication interface. Diagnostics Contains all parameters needed to detect and analyze operational errors. If you are operating via operating tools (e.g. FieldCare), the "Language" parameter is located under "Setup ...

  • Page 46: User Roles And Related Access Authorization

    Operation methods Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 8.2.2 User roles and related access authorization The two user roles Operator and Maintenance have different write access to the parameters if a device-specific access code has been defined. This protects the device configuration via the local display from unauthorized access (Verweisziel existiert nicht, aber @y.link.required=' t rue' )
  • Page 47 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation methods Disabling write protection via access code If the  symbol appears in front of a parameter on the local display, the parameter is write-protected by a device-specific access code and its value cannot currently be changed via the local display →...
  • Page 48 Operation methods Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus XXXXXXXXXXXXX WP SIM 3 mm A0021474 1. Loosen the securing clamp. 2. Unscrew the electronics compartment cover. 3. Pull out the display module with a gentle rotational movement. To make it easier to access the write protection switch, attach the display module to the edge of the electronics compartment.
  • Page 49 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation methods 4. Setting the write protection switch (WP) on the main electronics module to the ON position enables hardware write protection. Setting the write protection switch (WP) on the main electronics module to the OFF position (factory setting) disables hardware write protection.
  • Page 50 Operation methods Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Enabling and disabling the keypad lock Access to the entire operating menu via local operation can be locked via the keypad lock. When access is locked, it is no longer possible to navigate through the operating menu or change the values of individual parameters.

  • Page 51: Display And Operating Module

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation methods Display and operating module 8.3.1 Display User ABC_ DEFG HIJK LMNO PQRS TUVW A0012635  17 Display format on the display and operating module Measured value display (1 value max. size) 1.1 Header containing tag and error symbol (if an error is active) 1.2 Measured value symbols...
  • Page 52 Operation methods Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Display symbols for the submenus Symbol Meaning Display/operat. Is displayed: • In the main menu next to the "Display/operat." selection A0018367 • In the header on the left in the "Display/operat." menu Setup Is displayed: •...
  • Page 53 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation methods Measured value symbols Symbol Meaning Measured values Level A0032892 Distance A0032893 Current output A0032908 Measured current A0032894 Terminal voltage A0032895 Electronics or sensor temperature A0032896 Measuring channels Measuring channel 1 A0032897 Measuring channel 2...

  • Page 54: Operating Elements

    Operation methods Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 8.3.2 Operating elements Meaning Minus key In a menu, submenu Moves the selection bar upwards in a picklist. A0018330 In the text and numeric editor In the input mask, moves the selection bar to the left (backwards).

  • Page 55: Entering Numbers And Text

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation methods 8.3.3 Entering numbers and text Numeric editor Text editor User ABC_ DEFG HIJK LMNO PQRS TUVW A0013999 A0013941 Editing view Display area of the entered values Input mask Operating elements Input mask The following input and operating symbols are available in the input mask of the numeric...

  • Page 56: Opening The Context Menu

    Operation methods Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Toggle • Between upper-case and lower-case letters • For entering numbers A0013981 • For entering special characters Confirms selection. A0013985 Switches to the selection of the correction tools. A0013987 Exits the input without applying the changes.
  • Page 57 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operation methods 3. Press  to confirm the selection.  The selected menu opens. Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 58: Envelope Curve Display On The Display And Operating Module

    Operation methods Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 8.3.5 Envelope curve display on the display and operating module In order to assess the measuring signal, the envelope curve and - if a mapping has been recorded - the mapping curve can be shown on the display and operating module:...

  • Page 59: Integration Into A Foundation

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Integration into a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network Integration into a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network Device Description (DD) You require the following to configure a device and integrate it into an FF network: • An FF configuration program • The Cff file (Common File Format: *.cff) •...

  • Page 60: Block Model

    Integration into a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus – EH_Levelflex_xxxxxxxxxx – RESOURCE_xxxxxxxxxxx (RB2) SETUP_ xxxxxxxxxxx (TRDSUP) ADV_SETUP_ xxxxxxxxxxx (TRDASUP) DISPLAY_ xxxxxxxxxxx (TRDDISP) DIAGNOSTIC_ xxxxxxxxxxx (TRDDIAG) EXPERT_CONFIG_ xxxxxxxxxxx (TRDEXP) EXPERT_INFO_ xxxxxxxxxxx (TRDEXPIN) SERVICE_SENSOR_ xxxxxxxxxxx (TRDSRVSB) SERVICE_INFO_ xxxxxxxxxxx (TRDSRVIF) DATA_TRANSFER_...

  • Page 61: Block Configuration When Device Is Delivered

    The guideline provides an overview of the standard function blocks that are described in FOUNDATION Fieldbus Specifications FF 890 - 894. It is designed to help operators use the blocks implemented in the Endress+Hauser field devices. 9.4.2 Block configuration when device is delivered Device_01 4841.000...

  • Page 62: Index Tables Of Endress+Hauser Parameters

    Integration into a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Channel Measured value Interface distance Calculated DC value Terminal voltage Sensor debug 32785 Absolute EOP amplitude 32786 Absolute echo amplitude 32787 Absolute interface amplitude 32856 Distance 32885 Elektronic temperature 32938...

  • Page 63: Advanced Setup Transducer Block

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Integration into a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network Name Label Index Data type Size Storage Write MODE_BL Description (Bytes) Class access decimal_places_menu_ro Decimal places ENUM16 Static AUTO →  167 locking_status Locking status BIT_ENU Dynamic →  136...

  • Page 64: Display Transducer Block

    Integration into a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Name Label Index Data type Size Storage Write MODE_BLK Description (Bytes) Class access assign_status Assign status ENUM16 Static AUTO →  159 locking_status Locking status BIT_ENUM16 2 Dynamic →  136...

  • Page 65: Expert Configuration Transducer

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Integration into a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network Name Label Index Data type Size Storage Write MODE_BLK Description (Bytes) Class access diagnostics_2 Diagnostics 2 UINT32 Static →  179 diagnostics_3 Diagnostics 3 UINT32 Static →  179 diagnostics_4...
  • Page 66 Integration into a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Name Label Index Data type Size (Bytes) Storage Class Write access MODE_BLK start_self_check Start self check ENUM16 Static AUTO broken_probe_detection Broken probe detection ENUM16 Static AUTO gpc_mode GPC mode ENUM16...

  • Page 67: Expert Information Transducer

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Integration into a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network Name Label Index Data type Size (Bytes) Storage Class Write access MODE_BLK fixed_value_input_1_interface Fixed value input 1 interface FLOAT Static fixed_value_input_2_interface Fixed value input 2 interface FLOAT Static distance_unit_ro Distance unit...

  • Page 68: Service Sensor Transducer Block

    Integration into a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Name Label Index Data type Size (Bytes) Storage Class Write MODE_BLK access max_filling_speed L max. fill speed FLOAT Dynamic AUTO time_max_level Time max. level STRING Dynamic max_level_value Max. level value...

  • Page 69: Data Transfer Transducer Block

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Integration into a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network 9.6.9 Data Transfer Transducer Block The parameters of the Data Transfer Transducer Block are described in GP01015F: "Levelflex FMP5x - Description of Device Parameters - FOUNDATION Fieldbus" Name Label Index Data type...

  • Page 70: Methods

    Integration into a FOUNDATION Fieldbus network Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Name Label Index Data type Size (Bytes) Storage Class Write access MODE_BLK init_map_point_number UINT16 Static AUTO max_not_assoc_track UINT16 Static AUTO ref_max_dist Ref max. dist. FLOAT Static AUTO ref_min_dist Ref min. dist.

  • Page 71: Commissioning Using The Commissioning Wizard

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning using the Commissioning Wizard Commissioning using the Commissioning Wizard A Wizard is provided in FieldCare and DeviceCare that guides the user through the initial commissioning process. 1. Connect the device with FieldCare or DeviceCare. 2. Open the device in FieldCare or DeviceCare.

  • Page 72: Commissioning Via Operating

    Commissioning via operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning via operating menu 11.1 Function check Before commissioning your measuring point, ensure that the post-installation and post- connection checks have been performed: 11.2 Setting the operating language Factory setting: English or ordered local language X X X X X X X 20.50...

  • Page 73: Configuring Level Measurement

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning via operating menu 11.3 Configuring level measurement 20 mA 100% 4 mA A0011360  21 Configuration parameters for level measurement in liquids Probe length Reference point of measurement Distance Level Empty calibration (= zero point) Full calibration (= span) If the ε...
  • Page 74 Commissioning via operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 11. Operation via local display: Navigate to: Setup → Mapping → Confirm distance  Compare the distance displayed with the actual value to start recording an interference echo map (where applicable). 12. Operation via operating tool: Navigate to: Setup →...

  • Page 75: Recording The Reference Envelope Curve

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning via operating menu 11.4 Recording the reference envelope curve After the measurement has been configured, it is recommended to record the current envelope curve as a reference envelope curve. This can then be used later for diagnostic purposes.

  • Page 76: Configuring The Local Display

    Commissioning via operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 11.5 Configuring the local display 11.5.1 Factory setting of local display for level measurements Parameter Factory setting for devices with 1 current Factory setting for devices with 2 current output outputs Format display 1 value, max. size 1 value, max.

  • Page 77: Configuration Management

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning via operating menu 11.6 Configuration management After commissioning, you can save the current device configuration, copy it to another measuring point or restore the previous device configuration. You can do so using the Configuration management parameter and the options available.

  • Page 78: Protecting Settings From Unauthorized Access

    Commissioning via operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 11.7 Protecting settings from unauthorized access The settings can be protected from unauthorized access in two ways: • Locking via parameters (software locking) • Locking via write protection switch (hardware locking) Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 79: Commissioning

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning (block-oriented operation) Commissioning (block-oriented operation) 12.1 Function check Before commissioning your measuring point, ensure that the post-installation and post- connection checks have been performed: • "Post-installation check" checklist →  33 • "Post-connection check" checklist →  39 12.2...

  • Page 80: Configuring The Analog Input Blocks

    Commissioning (block-oriented operation) Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 12.2.4 Configuring the Analog Input Blocks The device has 2 Analog Input Blocks that can be assigned as required to the various process variables. Factory setting Analog Input Block CHANNEL AI 1 32949: Level linearized...

  • Page 81: Selecting The Language

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning (block-oriented operation) XD_SCALE OUT_SCALE EU_100 EU_0 EU_100 EU_0 OUT_VALUE A0017338  23 Scaling the measured value in the AI Block • If you have selected the Direct mode in the L_TYPE parameter, you cannot change the values and units for XD_SCALE and OUT_SCALE.

  • Page 82: Configuring Level Measurement

    Commissioning (block-oriented operation) Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 12.5 Configuring level measurement The Setup method can also be used to configure the measurement. This method can be called via the SETUP Transducer Block (TRDSUP). 20 mA 100% 4 mA A0011360  24...

  • Page 83: Configuring The Local Display

    Only available for coated probes and "Tank type" = "Bypass/stilling well" Lower DCs can also be entered in the "DC Value (dc_value)" parameter if necessary. However, the measuring range can be limited if DC<1.6. In this case, contact Endress+Hauser. 12.6 Configuring the local display 12.6.1...
  • Page 84 Commissioning (block-oriented operation) Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Functions of the parameter options Options Description 33097: Backup A backup copy of the current device configuration in the HistoROM is saved to the display module of the device. The backup copy includes the transmitter data of the device.

  • Page 85: Configuring Event Behavior According To Foundation Fieldbus Specification Ff912

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning (block-oriented operation) 12.8 Configuring event behavior according to FOUNDATION Fieldbus specification FF912 The device complies with FOUNDATION Fieldbus specification FF912. Among other things this means that: • The diagnostic category as per NAMUR Recommendation NE107 is transmitted over the fieldbus in a format that is independent of the manufacturer: •...
  • Page 86 Commissioning (block-oriented operation) Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 12.8.1 Event groups The diagnostic events are divided into 16 groups according to the source and the weighting. A default event category is assigned to each group at the factory. Here, one bit of the assignment parameters belongs to every event group.
  • Page 87 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning (block-oriented operation) Event weighting Default event category Event source Events in this group Configuration S441: Current output 1 Process • S801: Energy too low • S825: Operating temperature • S921: Change of reference • S942: In safety distance •...

  • Page 88: Assignment Parameters

    Commissioning (block-oriented operation) Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 12.8.2 Assignment parameters Event categories are assigned to the event groups via four assignment parameters. These are located in the RESOURCE (RB2) Block: • FD_FAIL_MAP: For the Failure (F) event category • FD_CHECK_MAP: For the Function check (C) event category •...
  • Page 89 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning (block-oriented operation) incompatible. These should be categorized as Function check (C) and no longer as Failure (F). In the FieldCare navigation window, navigate to Expert → Communication → Field diagnostics → Alarm detection enable.  25 The "Fail Map"...
  • Page 90 Commissioning (block-oriented operation) Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus  26 The "Fail Map" and "Check Map" columns after the change Please ensure that the corresponding bit is set in at least one of the assignment parameters for each event group. Otherwise no category will be transmitted with the event over the bus, and the control system will therefore generally ignore the presence of the event.

  • Page 91: Configurable Area

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Commissioning (block-oriented operation) 12.8.3 Configurable area The event category can be individually defined for the following events - irrespective of the event group they are assigned to in the default setting: • F941: Lost echo • S942: In safety distance To change the event category, the event first has to be assigned to one of the bits 1 to 15.

  • Page 92: Transmission Of Event Messages Over

    Commissioning (block-oriented operation) Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Go to the Offspec Map column and check the check box for the corresponding bit (here: Configurable Area Bit 1). Press ENTER to confirm your entries. A change to the In safety distance error category does not affect an error that already exists.

  • Page 93: Diagnostics And Troubleshooting

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Diagnostics and troubleshooting Diagnostics and troubleshooting 13.1 General troubleshooting 13.1.1 General errors Error Possible cause Solution Device does not respond. Supply voltage not connected. Connect the correct voltage. The cables do not contact the Ensure electrical contact between terminals properly.

  • Page 94: Parametrization Errors

    Diagnostics and troubleshooting Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 13.1.2 Parametrization errors Parametrization errors for level measurements Problem Possible cause Remedy Measured value is incorrect If measured distance (Setup • Check the Empty calibration → Distance) matches the real parameter (→  127) and correct if distance: necessary.

  • Page 95: Diagnostic Information On Local Display

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Diagnostics and troubleshooting 13.2 Diagnostic information on local display 13.2.1 Diagnostic message Faults detected by the self-monitoring system of the measuring device are displayed as a diagnostic message in alternation with the measured value display. Measured value display in alarm condition...
  • Page 96 Diagnostics and troubleshooting Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Diagnostic event and event text The fault can be identified by means of the diagnostic event. The event text helps you by providing information about the fault. In addition, the associated status symbol is displayed in front of the diagnostic event.

  • Page 97: Calling Up Remedial Measures

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Diagnostics and troubleshooting 13.2.2 Calling up remedial measures X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 20.50 S801 Supply voltage Menu Diagnostic list Diagnostics 1 S801 Supply voltage Diagnostics 2...

  • Page 98: Diagnostic Event In The Operating Tool

    Diagnostics and troubleshooting Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 13.3 Diagnostic event in the operating tool If a diagnostic event is present in the device, the status signal appears in the top left status in the operating tool along with the corresponding symbol for event level in accordance with NAMUR NE 107: •...

  • Page 99: Diagnostic Messages In The Diagnostic Transducer Block (Trddiag)

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Diagnostics and troubleshooting 3. Click "Save as ..." and save a PDF of the protocol.  The protocol contains the diagnostic messages and remedy information. C: Via the "Eventlist / Extended HistoROM" function Select the "Eventlist / Extended HistoROM" function.

  • Page 100: Event Logbook

    Diagnostics and troubleshooting Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 13.6 Event logbook 13.6.1 Event history A chronological overview of the event messages that have occurred is provided in the Event list submenu Navigation path Diagnostics → Event logbook → Event list A maximum of 100 event messages can be displayed in chronological order.
  • Page 101 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Diagnostics and troubleshooting Info number Info name I1092 Trend data deleted I1110 Write protection switch changed I1137 Electronic changed I1151 History reset I1154 Reset terminal voltage min/max I1155 Reset electronic temperature I1156 Memory error trend I1157...

  • Page 102: Firmware History

    Diagnostics and troubleshooting Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 13.7 Firmware history Date Firmware Modifications Documentation (FMP53, FOUNDATION Fieldbus) version Operating Instructions Description of Device Technical Information Parameters 04.2012 01.00.zz Original software BA01053F/00/EN/01.12 GP01015F/00/EN/01.12 TI01002F/00/EN/14.12 05.2015 01.01.zz • Support of SD03 BA01053F/00/EN/03.15 GP01015F/00/EN/02.15...

  • Page 103: Maintenance

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Maintenance Maintenance No special maintenance work is required. 14.1 Exterior cleaning When cleaning the exterior, always use cleaning agents that do not corrode the surface of the housing and the seals. 14.2 General cleaning instructions Dirt or buildup may form on the probe depending on the application. A thin, even layer has little impact on the measurement.

  • Page 104: Cleaning The Probe Outside The Vessel

    Maintenance Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 14.3.2 Cleaning the probe outside the vessel The probe can be removed for better cleaning. The following tool is required for cleaning: • Vise with fiber jaws (surface protection for the polished rod probe) • Hook wrench with lug  54 mm (2.1 in) •...

  • Page 105: Repair

    General information 15.1.1 Repair concept Under the Endress+Hauser repair concept, devices have a modular design and repairs can be carried out by Endress+Hauser Service or by properly trained customers. Spare parts are grouped into logical kits with the associated replacement instructions.

  • Page 106: Spare Parts

    Repair Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 15.2 Spare parts • Some replaceable measuring device components are identified by means of a spare part nameplate. This contains information about the spare part. • In the connection compartment cover of the device there is a spare part nameplate which contains the following information: •...

  • Page 107: Accessories

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Accessories Accessories 16.1 Device-specific accessories 16.1.1 Weather protection cover The weather protection cover can be ordered together with the device via the "Accessory enclosed" product structure. A0015466  29 Height. Unit of measurement mm (in) 299 (11.8) 202 (7.95)

  • Page 108: Mounting Bracket For Electronics

    Accessories Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 16.1.2 Mounting bracket for electronics housing Accessories Description Mounting bracket for electronics housing ø42...60 (1.65...2.36) 127...140 122 (4.8) (5...5.51) 161 (6.34) 162...175 (6.38...6.89) A0014793  31 Mounting bracket for electronics housing; engineering unit: mm (in)

  • Page 109: Protective Cover

    Calibration kit Accessories Description Calibration kit The calibration kit is used for regular testing of the accuracy and reproducibility of the Levelflex FMP53 level measurement device. Order number: 71041382 For details, see Operating Instructions SD01003F. 16.1.6 Remote display FHX50 A0019128 Technical data •...

  • Page 110: Overvoltage Protection

    Accessories Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus • Connecting cable: • Cable supplied with device up to 30 m (98 ft) • Standard cable supplied by customer up to 60 m (196 ft) • Ambient temperature:–40 to 80 °C (–40 to 176 °F) •...

  • Page 111: 16.1.8 Bluetooth Module Bt10 For Hart

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Accessories • Capacitance at 1 MHz: < 1.5 pF • Nominal leakage current (8/20 μs): 10 kA • Suitable for conductor cross-sections: 0.2 to 2.5 mm (24 to 14 AWG) If retrofitting: • Order number for 1-channel devices (OVP10): 71128617 •...

  • Page 112: Communication-Specific Accessories

    For details, see the "Special Documentation" SD02252F 16.2 Communication-specific accessories Commubox FXA291 Connects Endress+Hauser field devices with a CDI interface (= Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface) and the USB port of a computer or laptop Order number: 51516983 For details, see "Technical Information" TI00405C Field Xpert SFX350 Field Xpert SFX350 is a mobile computer for commissioning and maintenance.

  • Page 113: Operating Menu

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Operating menu 17.1 Overview of the operating menu (display module) Navigation  Operating menu Language  Setup →  134 Distance unit Tank type Tube diameter Medium group Empty calibration Full calibration Level Distance Signal quality ‣...
  • Page 114 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Channel →  134 Process Value Filter Time →  135 ‣ →  136 Advanced setup Locking status →  136 Access status display →  136 Enter access code →  137 ‣...
  • Page 115 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu ‣ Edit table Level Customer value Activate table →  152 ‣ Safety settings →  153 Output echo lost →  153 Value echo lost →  153 Ramp at echo lost →  154 Blocking distance →...
  • Page 116 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Switch status →  163 Invert output signal →  163 ‣ →  165 Display Language →  165 Format display →  165 Value 1 to 4 display →  167 →  167...
  • Page 117 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Configuration management →  171 →  172 Comparison result ‣ Administration →  174 ‣ Define access code →  176 Define access code →  176 Confirm access code →  176 Device reset →...
  • Page 118 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus ‣ Measured values →  183 Distance →  129 →  149 Level linearized Terminal voltage 1 →  184 ‣ Analog inputs ‣ Analog input 1 to 5 →  184 →  134...
  • Page 119 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Last check time →  194 →  195 Level signal Launch signal →  195 Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 120: Tool)

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 17.2 Overview of the operating menu (operating tool) Navigation  Operating menu  Setup →  134 Distance unit Tank type Tube diameter Medium group Empty calibration Full calibration Level Distance Signal quality Confirm distance...
  • Page 121 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu ‣ Level →  138 →  138 Medium type Medium property →  138 Process property →  139 Advanced process conditions →  140 Level unit →  141 Blocking distance →  141 Level correction →...
  • Page 122 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Ramp at echo lost →  154 Blocking distance →  141 ‣ →  156 Probe settings Probe grounded →  156 Present probe length →  156 Confirm probe length →  157 ‣...
  • Page 123 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Header →  168 →  169 Header text Separator →  169 Number format →  169 Decimal places menu →  169 Backlight →  170 Contrast display →  170 ‣...
  • Page 124 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus ‣ Diagnostic list →  179 Diagnostics 1 to 5 →  179 →  179 Timestamp 1 to 5 ‣ Device information →  181 Device tag →  181 Serial number →  181 →...
  • Page 125 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu ‣ Simulation →  191 →  192 Assign measurement variable Process variable value →  192 Switch output simulation →  192 Switch status →  193 Simulation device alarm →  193 ‣...

  • Page 126: Setup" Menu

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 17.3 "Setup" menu • : Indicates how to navigate to the parameter using the display and operating module • : Indicates how to navigate to the parameter using operating tools (e.g. FieldCare) • : Indicates parameters that can be locked via the access code.
  • Page 127 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Description Specify diameter of bypass or stilling well. User entry 0 to 9.999 m Medium group  Navigation  Setup → Medium group Prerequisite Medium type (→  138) = Liquid Description Select medium group.
  • Page 128 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Additional information A0013178  32 Empty calibration (E) for level measurements in liquids Full calibration  Navigation  Setup → Full calibr. Description Span: max. level - min level. User entry Depending on the probe...
  • Page 129 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Additional information A0013194  34 Level in case of liquid measurements The unit is defined in the Level unit parameter (→  141). Distance Navigation  Setup → Distance Description Displays the measured distance D between the reference point (lower edge of the flange or threaded connection) and the level.
  • Page 130 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Signal quality Navigation  Setup → Signal quality Description Displays the signal quality of the evaluated echo. Additional information Meaning of the display options • Strong The evaluated echo exceeds the threshold by at least 10 mV.
  • Page 131 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu • Distance too small To be selected if the measured distance is smaller than the actual distance. The device searches for the next echo and returns to the Confirm distance parameter. The distance is recalculated and displayed. The comparison must be repeated until the displayed distance matches the actual distance.
  • Page 132 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Record map  Navigation  Setup → Record map Prerequisite Confirm distance (→  130) = Manual map or Distance too small Description Start recording of the map. Selection • No • Record map •...

  • Page 133: Mapping" Wizard

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu 17.3.1 "Mapping" wizard The Mapping wizard is only available when operating via the local display. When operating via an operating tool, all parameters concerning the mapping are located directly in the Setup menu (→  126).

  • Page 134: Analog Input 1 To 5" Submenu

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 17.3.2 "Analog input 1 to 5" submenu There is an Analog inputs submenu for every AI block of the device. The AI block is used to configure the measured value transmission to the bus.

  • Page 135: Process Value Filter Time

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Process Value Filter Time Navigation  Setup → Analog inputs → Analog input 1 to 7 → PV Filter Time Description Use this function to enter the filter time specification for the filtering of the unconverted input value (PV).

  • Page 136: Advanced Setup" Submenu

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 17.3.3 "Advanced setup" submenu Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup Locking status Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Locking status Description Indicates the write protection with the highest priority that is currently active.

  • Page 137: Enter Access Code

    • If no key is pressed for 10 minutes or the user goes from the navigation and editing mode back to the measured value display mode, the device automatically locks the write- protected parameters after another 60 s. Please contact your Endress+Hauser Sales Center if you lose your access code. Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 138: Level

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus "Level" submenu Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Level Medium type  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Level → Medium type Description Specify type of medium. User interface • Liquid • Solid...

  • Page 139: Process Property

    • Dielectric constant (DC value) Compendium CP01076F • The Endress+Hauser "DC Values app" (available for Android and iOS) If EOP level evaluation = Fix DC, the exact dielectric constant must be specified in the DC value parameter. The Medium property parameter therefore does not apply in this case.

  • Page 140: Advanced Process Conditions

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus For "Operating mode" = "Level" and "Medium type" = "Solid" Process property Step response time / s Very fast > 100 m (333 ft) /h Fast > 10 m (33 ft) /h Standard < 10 m (33 ft) /h Medium <...

  • Page 141: Level Unit

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Level unit  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Level → Level unit Description Select level unit. Selection SI units US units • % • ft • m • in • mm Additional information The level unit may differ from the distance unit defined in the Distance unit parameter (→...

  • Page 142: Level Correction

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus A0013219  36 Blocking distance (UB) for liquid measurements Level correction  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Level → Level correction Description Specify level correction (if required). User entry –200 000.0 to 200 000.0 % Additional information The value specified in this parameter is added to the measured level (before linearization).
  • Page 143 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu "Linearization" submenu 100% L‘ I‘ L‘ 100% L‘1 L‘2 L‘ 100% L‘ 100% L‘ 100% L‘ 100% L‘ 100% L‘ A0016084  37 Linearization: Conversion of the level and, if applicable, interface into a volume or a weight; the...

  • Page 144: Linearization

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Structure of the submenu on the local display Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Linearization ‣ Linearization Linearization type Unit after linearization Free text Maximum value Diameter Intermediate height Table mode ‣ Edit table...
  • Page 145 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Structure of the submenu in the operating tool (e.g. FieldCare) Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Linearization ‣ Linearization Linearization type Unit after linearization Free text Level linearized Maximum value Diameter Intermediate height...

  • Page 146: Linearization Type

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Description of the parameters Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Linearization Linearization type  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Linearization → Lineariz. type Description Select linearization type. Selection • None • Linear •...

  • Page 147: Unit After Linearization

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Meaning of the options • None The level is output in the level unit without being converted (linearized) beforehand. • Linear The output value (volume/weight) is proportional to the level L. This applies, for example, to vertical cylindrical tanks and silos.

  • Page 148: Free Text

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Description Select the unit for the linearized value. Selection Selection/input (uint16) • 1095 = [short Ton] • 1094 = [lb] • 1088 = [kg] • 1092 = [Ton] • 1048 = [US Gal.] • 1049 = [Imp. Gal.] •...

  • Page 149: Maximum Value

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu User entry Up to 32 alphanumerical characters (letters, numbers, special characters) Level linearized Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Linearization → Level linearized Description Displays linearized level. Additional information The unit is defined by the Unit after linearization parameter →  147.

  • Page 150: Intermediate Height

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Intermediate height  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Linearization → Intermed. height Prerequisite Linearization type (→  146) has one of the following values: • Pyramid bottom • Conical bottom • Angled bottom...
  • Page 151 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Conditions the linearization table must meet: • The table may consist of up to 32 pairs of values "Level - Linearized Value". • The table must be monotonic (monotonically increasing or decreasing). • The first linearization point must refer to the minimum level.
  • Page 152 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Level (Semiautomatic) Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Linearization → Level Prerequisite • Linearization type (→  146) = Table • Table mode (→  150) = Semiautomatic Description Displays measured level (value before linearization). This value is transmitted to the table.

  • Page 153: Ramp At Echo Lost

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu "Safety settings" submenu Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Safety sett. Output echo lost  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Safety sett. → Output echo lost Description Output signal in case of a lost echo.

  • Page 154: Blocking Distance

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Ramp at echo lost  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Safety sett. → Ramp echo lost Prerequisite Output echo lost (→  153) = Ramp at echo lost Description Slope of the ramp in the case of a lost echo...
  • Page 155 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu due to a level change during operation. Signals which are already in the blocking distance when the device is switched on, are ignored. This behavior is only valid if the following two conditions are met: •...

  • Page 156: Probe Settings

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus "Probe settings" submenu The Probe settings submenu helps to ensure that the end of probe signal within the envelope curve is correctly assigned by the evaluation algorithm. The assignment is correct if the length of probe indicated by the device matches the acutal lenght of the probe. The automatic probe length correction can only be performed if the probe is installed in the vessel and is completely uncovered (no medium).

  • Page 157: Confirm Probe Length

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Confirm probe length  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Probe settings → Confirm length Description Select, whether the value displayed in the Present probe length parameter →  156 matches the actual length of the probe. Based on this input, the device performs a probe length correction.
  • Page 158 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus "Probe length correction" wizard The Probe length correction wizard is only available when operating via the local display. When operating via an operating tool, all parameters concerning the probe length correction are located directly in the Probe settings submenu (→  156).
  • Page 159 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu "Switch output" submenu The Switch output submenu (→  159) is only visible for devices with switch output. Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Switch output Switch output function  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Switch output → Switch out funct Description Select function for switch output.

  • Page 160: Switch Output

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus • Digital output 1 • Digital output 2 • Digital output 3 • Digital output 4 • Digital output 5 • Digital output 6 • Digital output 7 • Digital output 8 Additional information The Digital output AD 1 and Digital output AD 2 options refer to the Advanced Diagnostic Blocks.

  • Page 161: Switch-On Value

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Switch-on value  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Switch output → Switch-on value Prerequisite Switch output function (→  159) = Limit Description Enter measured value for the switch-on point. User entry...

  • Page 162: Switch-On Delay

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus A0015586 Switch-on value Switch-off value Output closed (conductive) Output opened (non-conductive) Switch-on delay  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Switch output → Switch-on delay Prerequisite • Switch output function (→  159) = Limit •...

  • Page 163: Switch-Off Delay

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Switch-off delay  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Switch output → Switch-off delay Prerequisite • Switch output function (→  159) = Limit • Assign limit (→  160) ≠ Off Description Define delay for the switch-off of status output.
  • Page 164 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Additional information Meaning of the options • No The behavior of the switch output is as described above. • Yes The states Open and Closed are inverted as compared to the description above. Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 165: Language

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu "Display" submenu Display submenu is only visible if a display module is connected to the device. Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Display Language Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Display → Language Description Set display language.
  • Page 166 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Additional information 4841.000 Â A0019963  40 "Format display" = "1 value, max. size" Â 93.5 % Â 159.0 A0019964  41 "Format display" = "1 bargraph + 1 value" Â 93.5 Â 159.0 A0019965 ...

  • Page 167: Value 1 To 4 Display

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Value 1 to 4 display  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Display → Value 1 display Description Select the measured value that is shown on the local display. Selection • Level linearized •...

  • Page 168: Display Interval

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Display interval Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Display → Display interval Description Set time measured values are shown on display if display alternates between values. User entry 1 to 10 s Additional information This parameter is only relevant if the number of selected measuring values exceeds the number of values the selected display format can display simultaneously.
  • Page 169 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Header text  Navigation  Setup → Advanced setup → Display → Header text Prerequisite Header (→  168) = Free text Description Enter display header text. User entry Character string comprising numbers, letters and special characters (12) Additional information The number of characters which can be displayed depends on the characters used.
  • Page 170 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Additional information • Is only valid for numbers in the operating menu (e.g. Empty calibration, Full calibration), but not for the measured value display. The number of decimal places for the measured value display is defined in the Decimal places 1 to 4 →  167 parameters.
  • Page 171 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu "Configuration backup display" submenu This submenu is only visible if a display module is connected to the device. The configuration of the device can be saved to the display module at a certain point of time (backup).
  • Page 172 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Additional information Meaning of the options • Cancel No action is executed and the user exits the parameter. • Execute backup A backup copy of the current device configuration in the HistoROM (built-in in the device) is saved to the display module of the device.
  • Page 173 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Additional information Meaning of the display options • Settings identical The current device configuration of the HistoROM is identical to the backup copy in the display module. • Settings not identical The current device configuration of the HistoROM is not identical to the backup copy in the display module.
  • Page 174 Enter access code parameter (→  137). Please contact your Endress+Hauser Sales Center if you lose the access code. If operating via the local display: the new access code is only valid once it has been confirmed in the Confirm access code parameter (→...
  • Page 175 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu • Of customer settings All customer parameters are reset to their factory setting. Service parameters, however, remain unchanged. • To transducer defaults Every measurment-related parameter is reset to its factory setting. Service parameters and communication-related parameters, however, remain unchanged.
  • Page 176 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus "Define access code" wizard The Define access code wizard is only available when operating via the local display. When operating via an operating tool, the Define access code parameter is located directly in the Administration submenu. The Confirm access code parameter is not available for operation via operating tool.

  • Page 177: Diagnostics" Menu

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu 17.4 "Diagnostics" menu Navigation  Diagnostics Actual diagnostics Navigation  Diagnostics → Actual diagnos. Description Displays current diagnostic message. Additional information The display consists of: • Symbol for event behavior • Code for diagnostic behavior •...
  • Page 178 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Timestamp Navigation  Diagnostics → Timestamp Operating time from restart Navigation  Diagnostics → Time fr. restart Description Displays the time the device has been in operation since the last device restart. Operating time Navigation ...

  • Page 179: Diagnostic List" Submenu

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu 17.4.1 "Diagnostic list" submenu Navigation  Diagnostics → Diagnostic list Diagnostics 1 to 5 Navigation  Diagnostics → Diagnostic list → Diagnostics 1 Description Display the current diagnostics messages with the highest to fifth-highest priority.

  • Page 180: Event Logbook" Submenu

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 17.4.2 "Event logbook" submenu The Event logbook submenu is only available when operating via the local display. When operating via FieldCare, the event list can be displayed in the FieldCare function "Event List / HistoROM".

  • Page 181: Device Information" Submenu

    Diagnostics → Device info → Serial number Additional information Uses of the serial number • To identify the device quickly, e.g. when contacting Endress+Hauser. • To obtain specific information on the device using the Device Viewer: www.endress.com/deviceviewer The serial number is also indicated on the nameplate.

  • Page 182: Device Name

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Device name Navigation  Diagnostics → Device info → Device name  Diagnostics → Device info → Device name Order code  Navigation  Diagnostics → Device info → Order code  Diagnostics → Device info → Order code...

  • Page 183: Measured Values" Submenu

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu 17.4.4 "Measured values" submenu Navigation  Diagnostics → Measured val. Distance Navigation  Diagnostics → Measured val. → Distance Description Displays the measured distance D between the reference point (lower edge of the flange or threaded connection) and the level.

  • Page 184: Analog Input 1 To 5" Submenu

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Terminal voltage 1 Navigation  Diagnostics → Measured val. → Terminal volt. 1 17.4.5 "Analog input 1 to 5" submenu There is an Analog inputs submenu for every AI block of the device. The AI block is used to configure the measured value transmission to the bus.

  • Page 185: Status

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu • Terminal voltage • Thickness upper layer • Calculated DC value • Analog output adv. diagnostics 2 • Analog output adv. diagnostics 1 Status Navigation  Diagnostics → Analog inputs → Analog input 1 to 7 → Status...

  • Page 186: Data Logging" Submenu

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 17.4.6 "Data logging" submenu Navigation  Diagnostics → Data logging Assign channel 1 to 4  Navigation  Diagnostics → Data logging → Assign chan. 1 to 4 Selection • Off • Level linearized •...

  • Page 187: Logging Interval

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Logging interval  Navigation  Diagnostics → Data logging → Logging interval  Diagnostics → Data logging → Logging interval User entry 1.0 to 3 600.0 s Additional information This parameter defines the interval between the individual data points in the data log, and thus the maximum loggable process time T •...
  • Page 188 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus "Display channel 1 to 4" submenu The Display channel 1 to 4 submenus are only available for operation via the local display. When operating via FieldCare, the logging diagram can be displayed in the FieldCare function "Event List / HistoROM"...

  • Page 189: Simulation" Submenu

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu 17.4.7 "Simulation" submenu The Simulation submenu is used to simulate specific measuring values or other conditions. This helps to check the correct configuration of the device and connected control units. Conditions which can be simulated...
  • Page 190 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 3. Pull out the display module with a gentle rotation movement. To make it easier to access the SIM switch, attach the display module to the edge of the electronics compartment.  Display module is attached to the edge of the electronics compartment.
  • Page 191 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Structure of the submenu Navigation  Expert → Diagnostics → Simulation ‣ Simulation Assign measurement variable →  192 Process variable value →  192 Switch output simulation →  192 Switch status →  193 Simulation device alarm →...
  • Page 192 Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Description of parameters Navigation  Expert → Diagnostics → Simulation Assign measurement variable  Navigation  Expert → Diagnostics → Simulation → Assign meas.var. Selection • Off • Level • Interface • Level linearized •...
  • Page 193 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Switch status  Navigation  Expert → Diagnostics → Simulation → Switch status Prerequisite Switch output simulation (→  192) = On Description Select the status of the status output for the simulation. Selection •...

  • Page 194: Device Check" Submenu

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 17.4.8 "Device check" submenu Navigation  Diagnostics → Device check Start device check  Navigation  Diagnostics → Device check → Start dev. check Description Start a device check. Selection • No • Yes Additional information In the case of a lost echo a device check can not be performed.
  • Page 195 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Operating menu Level signal Navigation  Diagnostics → Device check → Level signal Prerequisite Device check has been performed. Description Displays result of the device check for the level signal. User interface • Check not done •...

  • Page 196: Heartbeat" Submenu

    Operating menu Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus 17.4.9 "Heartbeat" submenu The Heartbeat submenu is only available via FieldCare or DeviceCare. It contains the wizards which are part of the Heartbeat Verification and Heartbeat Monitoring application packages. Detailed description SD01872F Navigation  Diagnostics → Heartbeat...

  • Page 197: Index

    Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Index Index Device check (Submenu) ..... 194 Device information (Submenu) ....181 Access authorization to parameters Device name (Parameter) .
  • Page 198 Index Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Field of application Medium group (Parameter) ....127 Residual risks ......11 Medium property (Parameter) .
  • Page 199 Levelflex FMP53 FOUNDATION Fieldbus Index Safety Instructions (XA) ......8 Thermal insulation ......29 Safety settings (Submenu) .
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