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F173-A-OS-PD LEVEL INDICATOR WITH LINEARISATION AND HIGH / LOW LEVEL ALARMS Signal input sensor: (0)4-20mA Signal outputs: (04-20mA/ 0-10V ref. level Alarm outputs: maximum four level alarms F-Series - Field mounted indicators for safe and hazardous areas. More info: www.fluidwell.com/fseries...
Page 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Any responsibility is lapsed if the instructions and procedures as described in this manual are not followed. LIFE SUPPORT APPLICATIONS: The F173-A-OS is not designed for use in life support appliances, devices, or systems where malfunction of the product can reasonably be expected to result in a personal injury.
Page 5 INTRODUCTION 1.1. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION OF THE F173-A-OS Functions and features The level indicator model F173-A-OS is a microprocessor driven instrument designed to display the linearized level and percentage as well as monitoring the level with four alarm values for a low-low, low, high and high-high level.
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Page 6 Configuration of the unit The F173-A-OS was designed to be implemented in many types of applications. For that reason, a SETUP-level is available to configure your F173-A-OS according to your specific requirements. SETUP includes several important features, such as Span, measurement units, signal settings etc. All setting as are stored in EEPROM memory and will not get lost in case of power break-down or empty battery.
Page 7 OPERATIONAL 2.1. GENERAL The F173-A-OS may only be operated by personnel who are authorized and trained by the operator of the facility. All instructions in this manual are to be observed. Take careful notice of the " Safety rules, instructions and precautionary measures " in the front of this manual.
Page 8 2.3. OPERATOR INFORMATION AND FUNCTIONS In general, the F173-A-OS will always act function at Operator level. The information displayed is dependant up on the SETUP-settings. The sensor signal will be measured by the F173-A-OS in the background, whichever screen refresh rate setting is chosen. After pressing a key, the display will be updated very quickly during a 30 second period, after which it will slow-down again.
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Page 9 Level alarm When the actual level is outside the allowed range, an alarm message will be displayed at the bottom line of the display indicating the type of alarm: "LO LEVEL ", "HI LEVEL" or "HI-LO LEVEL". The alarm is terminated automatically as soon as the level is in its range again.
Page 10 CONFIGURATION 3.1. INTRODUCTION This and the following chapters are exclusively meant for electricians and non-operators. In these, an extensive description of all software settings and hardware connections are provided. Mounting, electrical installation, start-up and maintenance of the instrument may only be carried out by trained personnel authorized by the operator of the facility.
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Page 11 Matrix structure SETUP-level: SCROLLING THROUGH SETUP-LEVEL Selection function-group and function: SETUP is divided into several function groups and functions. Each function has a unique number, which is displayed below the word "SETUP" at the bottom of the display. The number is a combination of two figures. The first figure indicates the function-group and the second figure the function.
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Page 12 To change or a select a value or value: To change a value, use to select the digits and to increase that value. To select a setting, both and can be used. When the new value is not valid, the increase sign or decrease-sign will be displayed while you are programming.
Page 14 3.2.3. EXPLANATION SETUP-FUNCTIONS 1 - LEVEL SETUP - 11 determines the measurement unit for level. MEASUREMENT UNIT The following units can be selected: mL - L - m3 - mg - g - kg - ton - GAL - bbl - lb - cf - REV - no unit - scf - Nm3 - NL - P.
Page 15 2 - ALARM With these settings, it is determined how the level will be monitored and the functionality of the transistor / relay outputs be determined. Please be aware that the alarm levels can be programmed at operator level as well. Moreover, the function be disabled (see setup 22 to 25).
Page 16 4 - POWER MANAGEMENT When used with the internal battery option (type PB / PC), the user may hold the concern of reliable measurement over a long period of time. The F173-A-OS has several smart power management functions to extend the battery life time significantly. Two of these functions can be set: The calculation of the display-information influences the power LCD NEW consumption significantly.
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Page 17 5 – SENSOR (CONTINUED) To ignore e.g. vibration, a low-level cut-off can be set as percentage over CUT-OFF the full range of 16mA (or 20mA). When the analog value is less then required with this setting, the signal will be ignored. The cut-off value can be programmed is the range 0.0 - 99.9%.
Page 18 6 - LINEARISATION The linearisation function is available to correct for the tank shape, to approach the real contents of the tank at any height, beyond the general Span entered with setup 13. A maximum of fifteen linearization-positions can be entered while the interpolation will calculate any other position in-between.
Page 19 6 - LINEARISATION (CONTINUED) The percentage is displayed at the bottom line of the display. PERCENTAGE / With value 0% the M-Factor is disabled. M-FACTOR 61 TO 6F The M-Factor is displayed at the top-line of the display. The minimum value to be entered is 0.000001 and the maximum value is 9.999999.
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Page 20 7 - ANALOG OUTPUT (CONTINUED) The initial minimum analog output value is 0/4mA or 0V. However, this TUNE MIN / 4MA value might differ slightly due to external influences such as temperature for example. The 0/4mA or 0V value can be tuned precisely with this setting.
Page 21 8 - RELAY OUTPUT With “SETUP 2”, four alarm levels can be entered. Based on the options order, the F173-A-OS will have 2, 3 or 4 alarm outputs. Note: If the unit is Intrinsically Safe, it will have two alarm outputs. If type OS (relay board) has been supplied, it will have four alarm outputs.
Page 22 INSTALLATION 4.1. GENERAL DIRECTIONS Mounting, electrical installation, start-up and maintenance of this instrument may only be carried out by trained personnel authorized by the operator of the facility. Personnel must read and understand this Operating Manual before carrying out its instructions. ...
Page 25 4.4. INSTALLING THE HARDWARE 4.4.1. INTRODUCTION Electro static discharge does inflict irreparable damage to electronics! Before installing or opening the unit, the installer has to discharge himself by touching a well-grounded object. This unit must be installed in accordance with the EMC guidelines (Electro Magnetic Compatibility).
Function switch 3+4: the combination of these switches determine the voltage as indicated. 4.4.3. TERMINAL CONNECTORS The following terminal connectors are available: 4-20mA LEVEL SENSOR POWER SUPPLY PD (0-20mA) INPUT 24V AC/DC (0-10V) (0)4-20mA ALARM R1 ALARM R2 ALARM R 3 ALARM R 4 OUTPUT Fig. 9: Overview terminal connectors F173-A-OS-PD. HF173AOSEN_v0501_04...
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Page 27 REMARKS TERMINAL CONNECTORS: Terminal GND- 01- 02; power supply - only available with type PD: erminal PTION SENSOR SUPPLY PD 24V AC 8,2-12-24V max 50mA ◊ ◊ ◊ PD 24V DC 8,2-12-24V max 50mA ◊ ◊ ◊ Terminal 03-05; Sensor input: The F173-A-OS requires a (0)4-20mA sensor signal which will be processed 4 times a second with a 14 bits accuracy.
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Page 28 Type AB: An active 0-20mA signal proportional to the level is available with this option. Max. driving capacity 1000 Ohm @ 24VDC. Active 0-20mA analog output INTERNAL EXTERNAL 0-20mA 24V DC Common ground unit I - GND Type AI: An isolated 4-20mA signal proportional to the level is available with this option.
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Page 29 Terminal 10-17; relay outputs All relay contacts are normally open (NO). Terminal 10-11; relay output R1: This output is an alarm output configurable with setup 81. Terminal 12-13; relay output R2: This output is an alarm output configurable with setup 82. Terminal 14-15;...
Page 30 MAINTENANCE 5.1. GENERAL DIRECTIONS Mounting, electrical installation, start-up and maintenance of the instrument may only be carried out by trained personnel authorized by the operator of the facility. Personnel must read and understand this Operating Manual before carrying out its instructions. ...
Page 31 APPENDIX A: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION GENERAL Display Type High intensity reflective numeric and alphanumeric LCD, UV-resistant. Digits Seven 17mm (0.67") and eleven 8mm (0.31"). Various symbols and measuring units. Refresh rate User definable: 8 times/sec - 30 secs. Type ZB Transflective LCD with green LED backlight.
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Page 32 Sensor excitation Type PB / PC / PX 3.2V DC for pulse signals and 1.2V DC for coil pick-up. Note: This is not a real sensor supply. Only suitable for pulse sensors with a very low power consumption like coils (sine wave) and reed-switches. Type PD 1.2 - 3.2 - 8.2 - 12 and 24V DC - max.
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Page 33 OPERATIONAL Operator functions Displayed functions • actual quantity • actual percentage • low-low alarm value • low alarm value • high alarm value • high-high alarm value Level Digits 6 digits. Units mL, L, m3, Gallons, KG, Ton, lb, bl, cf, RND, P, no units. Decimals 0 - 1 - 2 or 3.
Page 34 APPENDIX B: PROBLEM SOLVING In this appendix, several problems are included that can occur when the F173-A-OS is going to be installed or while it is in operation. Analog output does not function properly: Check: SETUP 71 - is the function enabled? ...
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Page 35 LIST OF CONFIGURATION SETTINGS SETTING DEFAULT DATE : DATE : 1 - LEVEL 11 unit 12 decimals 0000000 13 span 000001 14 decimals span 15 off set 2 - ALARM 21 level zero default 22 alarm low-low 23 alarm low 24 alarm high 25 alarm high-high 26 delay alarm low-low...
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