Mounting The Transmitter - Emerson Rosemount 3051 Series Quick Start Manual

March 2023
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Mounting the transmitter

NOTICE
Consider process connection and ambient temperatures when
installing the 3051 with hazardous location certifications. Process
connection temperatures above +85 °C require a limited ambient
temperature, reduced by a 1:1.5 ratio. See
Table 2-1: Intrinsically safe/increased safety
Process connection temperature
-60 °C to +85 °C
+85 °C to +121 °C
(1) Maximum ambient temperature is reduced by a ratio of 1:1.5 as process
connection temperature increased beyond +85 °C.
2.1 Mount the transmitter in a liquid flow application
Procedure
1. Place taps to the side of the line.
2. Mount the transmitter beside or below the taps.
3. Mount the transmitter so that the drain/vent valves are
oriented upward.
Quick Start Guide
Table 2-1.
Maximum ambient temperature
+70 °C
+70 °C to +16 °C (1)
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