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- Page 1 Rev. 1.3 Article no. 313345 Operating Instructions FMM50 Electromechanical level system...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
10.3 Wiper check ......58 display ....... 25 Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 3 Appendix � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 85 14.1 User parameters ..... . . 85 Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 4: Safety Instructions
• Carry out repairs on the device only if they are expressly permitted. • Observe national regulations pertaining to the repair of an electrical device. • Only use original spare parts and accessories from Kirchgaesser. 1�5 Safety instructions for hazardous areas If the measuring system is used in explosion hazardous zones, the corresponding national standards must be observed. - Page 5 Please observe the following safety instructions for operation: • The FMM50 may only be operated when the housing is closed. • The FMM50 version certified according to ATEX must only be repaired by the manufacturer. • Observe a waiting time of 15 minutes before opening the electronics compartment after switching off the power supply.
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Page 6: Product Safety
It meets general safety standards and legal requirements. It also complies with the EU directives listed in the device-specific EU Declaration of Conformity. Kirchgaesser confirms this by affixing the CE mark to the device. -
Page 7: Product Design
FMM50 Product description 2�1 Product design 2�1�1 Complete device 0000000203 Figure 2: Structure of the FMM50 Process side (spool compartment) Electronics side (electronics compartment) Process connection (DN100 PN16, hole sizes as per EN 1092-1) Wiper Sensing weight Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 8: Process Side
Product description FMM50 2�1�2 Process side 0000000204 Figure 3: Process side of the FMM50 Counting wheel Tape guide Tape spool with measuring tape Connecting potential matching Purge air connection 2�1�3 Electronics side 0000000205 Figure 4: Electronics side of the FMM50... -
Page 9: Wiper
Observe minimum process connection diameter of 95 mm (3.74 in) for installation of wiper mechanism and sensing weights B to E (see order code). 2�1�5 Sensing weight 0000000206 Figure 6: Sensing weight of the FMM50 (here: steel/stainless steel) Tape border Chain Rotating bush Sensing weight... -
Page 10: Measuring Principle
- Current value at the 4-20 mA current output - Relay switching (e.g. for the "top position" or "measuring" function) 0000000208 Figure 7: Measuring principle of the FMM50 Sensing weight in the top position Sensing weight when lowered (run-down) or raised (run-up) -
Page 11: Incoming Acceptance And Product
D 500 mm, stainless steel E 1000 mm, aluminum/steel 1000 mm, stainless steel Y Special version, to be specified Supply voltage: 180 to 253 V AC, 50/60 Hz 90 to 127 V AC, 50/60 Hz Special version, to be specified Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 12 G Medium bag Stainless steel cage Stainless steel bell M Oval float (PVC) N Oval float (316Ti) Y Special version, to be specified additional equipment: basic version sight glass + start button (external) Special version, to be specified Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
- Page 13 UF Process adapter DN80 PN16, steel UG Process adapter 2" 150 lbs, 316Ti UH Process adapter 2" 150 lbs, steel Process adapter 3" 150 lbs, 316Ti UJ Process adapter 3" 150 lbs, steel UK Process adapter 4" 150 lbs, 316Ti Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 14: Storage And Transport
The sensing weight should be located in the middle between the container wall and filling curtain when it is run up and down. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 15 (maximum angle of inclination 2°). A suitable mounting aid (bubble level) can be found inside versions with a powder- coated housing. When the electronics cover is opened, this can be used for alignment. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 16: Ambient And Process Requirements
Ambient and process requirements Observe the maximum process temperature of +70 °C (+158 °F) at the measuring device (from the lower edge of the process adapter) during installation. 0000000212 Figure 10: Ambient and process requirements Ta Ambient temperature → Page 84 Tp Process temperature → Page 84 Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 17 Alternatively, the chain between the tape border and the sensing weight can be extended accordingly; corresponding material is available as an accessory. • A suitable weather protection cover for the measuring device is available as an accessory. • Accessories → Page 73 Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 18: Mounting The Device
For devices with an extended wiper (500/1000 mm): Mount the wiper. 0000000226 Figure 12: Mounting the wiper extension Hexagonal-head bolt M6 Hexagonal nut Wiper extension Remove the transportation lock on the electronics side (to the right of the motor/ gearbox combination). Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 19 For devices with a large sensing weight (such as a cage weight, bell weight or oval float): Use or create structural support measures and lower the tape border an appropriate distance before mounting. 0000000223 Figure 14: Mounting large sensing weights Sensing weight (here: cage) Rod with hook Entry hatch or similar Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 20: Mounting The Device
• The wiper is also available in lengths of 500 mm and 1000 mm (see ordering options, other lengths as special version on request). 0000000225 Figure 15: Mounting the sensing weight Measuring tape Tape border Hexagonal-head bolt M6 Chain Clamping bracket Hexagonal nut Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 21: Post-Installation Check
Housing not sealed tight! • Operational reliability of the measuring device could be compromised. Use suitable cable glands that match the degree of protection. • If the measuring device is supplied with cable glands: Observe the cable specifications Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 22: Connecting The Device
• For optimum electromagnetic compatibility, keep the potential equalization line as short as possible. • The recommended cable cross-section is 2.5 mm • The potential equalization of the FMM50 must be included in the local potential equalization. 5�3�2 Connecting the device... -
Page 23: Signal Input
Check that the housing seals are clean and fitted correctly. Dry, clean or replace the seals if necessary. Tighten all housing screws. Firmly tighten the cable glands. Unused cable entries must be sealed with suitable blanking plugs. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 24: Post-Connection Check
̃ If supply voltage is supplied: does information appear on the display ̃ Are all the housing covers installed and tightened? Operation options 0000000221 Figure 17: Operation options Operating keys for configuration Button to start a measurement manually External button to start a measurement manually Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 25: Structure And Function Of The Operating Menu
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − − Figure 19: Operational display Name of function Function number Display symbols Measured value and unit Bargraph of measured value Operating elements Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 26: Navigation View
The active selection of the function group (here "basic setup") is indicated by a check mark in front of the menu text. Operating options Meaning Moves the active function group down Moves the active function group up Switches to the active function group Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 27: Edit View
• Navigation to the right within a function group • In edit mode: Accept the value entered Navigation to the left within a function group Increases the contrast of the liquid crystal display Decreases the contrast of the liquid crystal display Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 28: Navigating And Selecting From List
If write access is locked via local operation, it can be unlocked by entering the access code via the relevant access option. The lock via access code is enabled and disabled as follows: Select the unlock parameter 074 function Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 29: Enabling And Disabling The Keypad Lock
. 6 . 2 . 6 . 2 A A A A A A A A A A A A ↓ Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 30: Set Operating Language
Adapting the measuring device to the application with regard → Page 42 to measured value generation (for example selecting to display a volume in a technical unit) Display (06) Adapting the display (for example selecting the menu → Page 36 language) Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 31: Basic Setup
In most cases, the basic setup is sufficient for successful commissioning, more complex measurement tasks may require further settings. 0000000244 Figure 22: Parameters of the basic setup Empty calibration Block distance Full calibration Distance Ullage Level/volume Security distance Safety distance Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 32 022) • manual The sensing weight can only be moved using the keys on the device. This type of measurement allows the user to move the sensing weight slowly, e.g. when changing the cage sensing weight. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
- Page 33 Selection: • normal At the start of a measurement, the measuring device lowers the sensing weight as far as the product and the sensing weight is then pulled back into the upper end position. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 34: Current Output
3 3 n o r m a l n o r m a l m a g n i f y m a g n i f y Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 35 3 3 3 3 4 - 2 m A 4 - 2 m A - 2 m A - 2 m A Selection: • 4-20mA • 0-20mA Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 36: Display
Range of values: 3 ... 9999 seconds Default: 100 7�4�3�2 No� of decimals Selection number of decimal places (among others for the measured value display (000)) in no� of decimals 062 function: Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 37: Output
Relay switches when the sensing weight runs up. • top position Relay switches as soon as the upper end position of the sensing weight (end of measurement) is reached. • measuring Relay switches during the entire measuring cycle. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 38 Alarm Relay switches in a fault condition Threshold Relay switches when a set threshold is exceeded or not reached Service interval Relay switches when the set number of measuring cycles is reached Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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- Page 40 ( 3 ) f u l l s c a l e ( 3 ) Range of values: 0 to 100 % Default: 3 % Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 41: Inputs
The input function becomes active if the input contact is opened (passive input) or the voltage level drops (active input). 7�4�5�3 Input 2 (012) For selection options see input 1 (010) Default: not used 7�4�5�4 Polarity input 2 (013) For selection options see contact input 1 (011) Default: NO contact Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 42: Advanced Settings
The reference point for residual distance and/or residual volume is the "full calibration (003)". Example of volume measurement (no linearization) • Full calibration (003) = 20 m • Silo volume (in selected measuring range) = 500 m • Current level = 4 m Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 43 • The fill level values must be entered in ascending order (curve rises monotonically). • The fill heights for the first and last points of the linearization curve should correspond to the empty and full calibration. • Linearization is performed in the basic setup unit (distance unit (083)). Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
- Page 44 . . m m v o l u m v o l u m . . % % Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
- Page 45 . s c a l e m a x . s c a l e 7 7 % % Range of values: 1 to 100000 Default: 100 Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 46: Safety Settings
[mA] [mA] 110% 110% -10% -10% [mA] [mA] 110% 110% (041) -10% -10% 0000000246 Figure 30: Behaviour of the current output in the event of an error 3.6 mA 22 mA MIN (0/3.6mA) MAX (22mA) Hold User-specific Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 47 . 4 4 w a r n i n g w a r n i n g a l a r m a l a r m Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 48: Service Interval
Range of values: 0 to 90000 Notice: To reset a service message, the maintenance interval counter must be set to 0. After the number of measurements entered in the "service interval 024" function, a warning appears again. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 49: Simulation
2 2 7 7 . . m m A A Range of values: 0 to 99 m (Level) 0 to 22.00 mA (Current) 0 to 100000 (Volume) Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 50: Protecting Settings From Unauthorized Access
8�2 Configure display • Basic settings for the local display → Page 50 • Local display test → Page 37 8�3 Reading measured values • Measured value (000) → Page 36 • Distance/measured value (004) → Page 33 Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 51: Adapt Measured Values To Process Conditions
5 cm of tape length. The status of the LED changes at the same time. Once the measurement process is complete, the last LED status is retained. 0000000220 Figure 31: LED LED for counting wheel pulses Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 52: Diagnostics And Troubleshooting
≠ 9�2 Diagnostic functions on the local display 9�2�1 Diagnostic messages Faults detected by the self-monitoring system of the FMM are displayed as a diagnostic message in alternation with the measured value 000 function. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 53: Present Error
Selection • keep Errors are not deleted. • erase previous The last error is deleted. • erase present The current error is deleted. • erase all The current (070) and previous (071) errors are deleted. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 54: Overview Of The Diagnostic Functions
3. If the alarm is still present after a failed reset, contact service and/or replace A202 Fatal motor error the electronics Notice: The fatal motor error A202 comprises multiple errors in the motor drive system and indicates critical damage to the electronics and/or motor. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 55 Check installation (maximum angle of inclination 2°) Notice: The error message appears if the motor is in contact with the tape switch for approx. 100 ms. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
- Page 56 (tape switch is triggered). • If this error message occurs regularly, the installation position should be inspected to ensure that no struts or internal fixtures are obstructing the lowering (run-down) of the sensing weight. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 57: Resetting The Device
. 2 2 Maintenance The following maintenance work may be required depending on the level of fouling. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 58: External Cleaning
If the visible part (sensing weight in the upper limit position) of the measuring tape is damaged, unwind it a bit (type of measurement: "manual" 020) until it looks flawless and in perfect condition. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 59: Spool Compartment Check
Notice: • All the spare part kits and their order numbers are listed in the spare parts section. These can be ordered from Kirchgaesser for repairs to the FMM50. For more information on service and spare parts, please contact Kirchgaesser. -
Page 60: Electronics Side
115 V AC, 500 N 306508 Motor/gearbox unit like 71113430 + extended climate resistance 306505 Motor/gearbox unit incl. connection and potential matching line, 115 V AC, 250 N 306509 Motor/gearbox unit like 71113431 + extended climate resistance Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 61 306499 like 306432 + extended climate resistance 306433 Housing cover, coated, Ex version, no window 306434 Housing cover, not coated, non-Ex version, with window 306435 Housing cover, coated, non-Ex version, with window 306300 like 306435 + extended climate resistance Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 62: Process Side
306887 Steel, stainless steel measuring tape, 90 m 306886 316Ti, stainless steel measuring tape, 90 m (extended climate resistance) 306888 Steel, plastic measuring tape, 15 m 306885 316Ti, plastic measuring tape, 15 m (extended climate resistance) 5 Cover seal for spool compartment 306412 Seal Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 63 °F) 306366 1000 mm, stainless steel, process temperature of up to +150/230 °C (+302/446 °F) 9 Process adapter 306440 Process adapter, not coated, incl. seal and mounting material 306443 Process adapter, coated, incl. seal and mounting material Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 64: Sensing Weight
306371 Stainless steel (A) 306372 Steel + umbrella (B) 306400 Stainless steel + umbrella (B) 306401 Medium bag (C) 306402 Stainless steel cage (E) 306403 Stainless steel bell (D) 306404 Float, PVC (F) 306903 Float, 316Ti (G) Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 65: Replacing Components
To simplify the process of changing the tape, we recommend removing the counting wheel and tape guide. Screw the M6 screws (at least 50 mm, DIN EN ISO 4017) evenly into the relevant reel holes. This pulls the reel off the drive shaft. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 66 Alternatively, a removal tool is also available as accessory. → Page 81 0000000253 Figure 38: Usage removal tool Carefully remove the tape spool and unwound part of the measuring tapes from the device. A new tape spool is then installed in reverse order. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 67: Replacing The Wiper
Remove and/or expose the measuring device until the wiper and sensing weight are accessible. Release the tape border and remove it (and therefore also the sensing weight) from the measuring tape. Release the three M6 screws on the wiper, the wiper can now be removed. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 68: Replacing The Motor/Gearbox Unit
Notice: A tape stopper is available as accessory for this purpose. → Page 81 Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 69: Replacing The Electronic Unit
(protection against electrostatic discharge). • Only use the electronics permitted for the device type when replacing parts (the use of incorrect electronics may result in the destruction of the device or the loss of Ex- certification). Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 70 Disconnect the supply voltage then wait for around 20 minutes (dangerous interim circuit voltage!). Remove the cover plate (5 screws). Disconnect the motor plug. Notice: To make is easier to disassemble the electronics, we recommend you also release the fastener for the motor connecting cable. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 71: Return
Pay particular attention to seal grooves and scoring in which residue from measuring materials may stick. This is of particular importance if the measuring material poses a risk to health, for example is flammable, poisonous, corrosive, carcinogenic etc. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 72: Removing The Measuring Device
Danger to personnel and environment from fluids that are hazardous to health! Ensure that the measuring device and all cavities are free of fluid residues that are hazardous to health or the environment, e.g. substances that have permeated into crevices or diffused through plastic. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 73: Accessories
You will need a free height of at least 400 mm (15.75 in) above the measuring device for installing and/or dismantling. • Material: Stainless steel 304 (1.4301) • Weight: 7.5 kg (16.5 lb) • Mounting screws enclosed • Order number: 306354 Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 74: Process Adapter Extension
The following adapter flanges can be used to adapt to existing process connections. 12�1�3�1 Adapter flange for lower pressure ratings The adapter flange is mounted between the process connection of the device and the application. As the flange is not very high, the clearance needed for the device is only marginally increased. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 75 22 (0.87) 24 (0.94) 340 (13.39) 306884 306874 22.4 (0.88) UNC 5/8" 25.4 (1) 279.4 (11) 306876 306877 28.6 (1.13) 342.9 (13.5) 306878 • The delivery contains suitable nuts to secure the measuring device to the adapter flange. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 76: Process Adapter
• The delivery suitable screws to secure the measuring device to the adapter flange. 12�1�4 Process adapter 12�1�4�1 Process adapters for smaller nominal diameters The following process adapters can be used to adapt to existing process connections with smaller nominal diameters (< DN100). Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 77 • The delivery contains suitable screws and nuts to secure the measuring device to the process adapter extension. Notice: To prevent incorrect measurements if the sensing weights swings, the lower edge of the wiper should project out of the reduced area (diameter B). Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
- Page 78 • Filtered water should only be used for spray water cleaning as otherwise the nozzles could clog. • The amount of water needed is between 1 l/min (1 bar) and 3 l/min (6 bar). • Use the adapter only for pressureless processes. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
- Page 79 Figure 51: Process adapter with spray water cleaning. Unit of measurement mm (in) • DN100 PN16 (Connection dimensions according to DIN EN 1092-1) • Material: 316Ti (1.4571) • Weight: 15 kg (33.1 lb) • Order number: 306928 • Mounting screws enclosed • For pressureless processes only! Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
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Page 80: Sensing Weights For Interface Measurement
The following chain can increase the block distance by a maximum distance of 2 m in the event of longer connections which the sensing weight should not enter into.→ Figure page 17 Notice: If the sensing weights sway significantly, we recommend the use of the extended wiper. Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 81: Device-Specific Tool
The following measuring tape stopper is available for a change of the gear motor in the application, the operation is done with an Allen key 6 mm AF. • Order number: 306858 • Material: Steel and brass Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 82: Technical Data
Volume (in selectable units, if the linearization function is used also for a non-linear relationship between the level and volume) 13�1�2 Measuring range • FMM50-***6********: 15 m (590.6 in) • FMM50-***1********: 25 m (984.3 in) • FMM50-***2********: 35 m (1378.0 in) • FMM50-***3********: 50 m (1968.5 in) •... -
Page 83: Minimum Time For One Measurement Cycle
Power supply 13�6�1 Supply voltage • FMM50-*****1******: 180 to 253 V AC, 50/60 Hz • FMM50-*****2******: 90 to 127 V AC, 50/60 Hz • Ieff = 8 A (115 V) for 40 ms / 4.4 A (230 V) for 20 ms •... -
Page 84: Cable Entries
Process temperature • FMM50-********1***: -20 to +70 °C (-4 to +158 °F) (Restriction for FMM50-********1*M*: 0 to +60 °C (+32 to +140 °F)) • FMM50-********2***: -20 to +150 °C (-4 to +302 °F) • FMM50-********1***: -20 to +230 °C (-4 to +446 °F) 13�8�2... -
Page 85: Appendix
033 Current range 4-20mA Safety settings Default User setting 040 Output on alarm MIN (0/3.6mA) 041 Output on alarm 3.60 mA 042 Safety distance 043 Security distance 044 In security distance warning 045 In safety distance alarm Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... -
Page 86: Linearization Table
061 Back to home 100 s 062 No� of decimals x.xx Diagnostics Default User setting 074 Unlock parameter System parameters Default User setting 080 Device tag ---------------- 083 Distance unit 14�2 Linearization table TabNr Level Volume TabNr Level Volume Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH... - Page 87 To the best of our knowledge they are free of any residues in dangerous quantities.” Ort, Datum / Place, date Name, Abteilung / Name, department Unterschrift / Signature Kirchgaesser Industrieelektronik GmbH...
- Page 88 Am Rosenbaum 6 D-40882 Ratingen Tel.: +49 (0)2102 / 955 - 6 Fax: +49 (0)2102 / 955-720 www.kirchgaesser.com info@kirchgaesser.com...
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