IFM Electronic SI0551 Operating Instructions Manual

IFM Electronic SI0551 Operating Instructions Manual

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SI0551
SI5004

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  • Page 1 Operating instructions Flow monitors SI0551 SI5004...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Safety instructions ������������������������������������������������������������������������ 3 2 Functions and features ����������������������������������������������������������������� 4 2�1 Application area ������������������������������������������������������������������������ 4 2�2 Operating principle flow monitoring ������������������������������������������� 4 3 Installation ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 5 3�1 Installation location �������������������������������������������������������������������� 5 3�2 Sources of interference in the pipe system ������������������������������� 6 3�3�...
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Preliminary note • An instruction is indicated by “►”: Example: ► Check whether the unit operates correctly. • A reaction to the action is indicated by ">": Example: > LED 9 lights. 1 Safety instructions • Please read the product description prior to set-up of the unit� Ensure that the product is suitable for your application without any restrictions�...
  • Page 4: Functions And Features

    2 Functions and features 2.1 Application area The unit monitors the flow of liquid media� 2.2 Operating principle flow monitoring • The unit detects the flow speed to the calorimetric measuring principle and converts it into an analog output signal (4���20 mA)� The output signal corresponds to the characteristic curve of the sensor�...
  • Page 5: Installation

    3 Installation Using process adapters the unit can be adapted to different process connections� • Adapters have to be ordered separately as accessories� A correct fit of the unit and ingress resistance of the connection are only ensured using ifm adapters� •...
  • Page 6: 3�2 Sources Of Interference In The Pipe System

    3.2 Sources of interference in the pipe system Components integrated in the pipes, bends, valves, reductions, etc. lead to turbu- lence of the medium� This affects the function of the unit� Recommendation: Adhere to the distances between sensor and sources of interference: 5...10 x D 3...5 x D...
  • Page 7: Electrical Connection

    4 Electrical connection The unit must be connected by a qualified electrician� The national and international regulations for the installation of electrical equipment must be adhered to� Voltage supply to EN 50178, SELV, PELV� ► Disconnect power. ► Connect the unit as follows: 1 BN n.c.
  • Page 8: Set-Up And Settings For Water

    6 Set-up and settings for water (For media other than water → 7.1: Low flow adjustment). ► Switch on the supply voltage� > All LEDs light and go out again step by step. The unit is in the operating mode. ►...
  • Page 9: Additional Settings (Optional)

    7 Additional settings (optional) 7.1 Low flow adjustment If the unit is used in media other than water, you should additionally adapt the unit to the minimum flow� Note: The following adjustment must only be carried out after the high flow adjust- ment�...
  • Page 10: Error During Adjustment

    8 Error during adjustment If no adjustment is possible, all LEDs flash red. The unit then passes into the operating mode with unchanged values� Possible cause /aid: ► Read chapter 3 Installation� Error during installation� Check whether all requirements have been met�...
  • Page 11: Maintenance

    10 Maintenance Recommended maintenance: ► Check the sensor tip for build-up from time to time. ► Clean it using a soft cloth. Stubborn build-up (e.g. lime) can be removed using a common vinegar cleaning agent� More information at www�ifm�com...

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