Cleaning the transmitter......................5 Bracket mounting........................6 Installing on a tank........................8 Prepare the electrical connections..................12 Power up transmitter........................ 14 Connect the transmitter to the IO-Link...................15 Get started with your preferred configuration tool.............. 16 Perform the basic setup......................18 Advanced setup..........................20 www.Emerson.com...
October 2024 Quick Start Guide 1 About this guide This Quick Start Guide provides basic guidelines for the Rosemount 1408A Level and Flow Transmitter. Refer to the Rosemount 1408A Reference Manual for more instructions. 1.1 Safety messages WARNING Failure to follow safe installation and servicing guidelines could result in death or serious injury.
The transmitter and process seal may be hot at high process temperatures. Allow to cool before servicing. Note Be careful not to scratch or otherwise damage the PTFE sealing. 1.2 Product certifications See the Rosemount 1408A Product Certifications document for detailed information on the existing approvals and certifications. www.Emerson.com...
Procedure If needed, clean the wetted parts of the transmitter. Use a damp cloth and a mild cleaning agent suitable for the media and wetted parts of the transmitter. Note Be careful not to scratch any of the surfaces. www.Emerson.com...
3.1 Bracket hole pattern Figure 3-1: Hole Pattern 0.28 (7) 0.43 (11) 1.97 (50) Ø 0.28 (7) 30° Dimensions are in inches (millimeters). 3.2 Mount the bracket Procedure 1. Mount the bracket on the wall/ceiling or other flat surface. www.Emerson.com...
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The paste must be approved for the application and compatible with the elastomers used. 4. Secure the transmitter to the bracket. Mounting options: • (A) Antenna extension for open air installations • (B) Lock nut 36 mm 46 mm www.Emerson.com...
Figure 4-1: Thread Engagement Length A. 0.35 to 0.63 in. (9 to 16 mm) 4.2 Mount on a threaded flange connection Procedure 1. Place a suitable soft gasket on the tank flange. 2. Place the flange over the gasket. www.Emerson.com...
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0.75 in. (19 mm) 4. Apply lubricating paste on the transmitter thread. Note The paste must be approved for the application and compatible with the elastomers used. 5. Mount the transmitter on the tank. Torque 310 in-lb (35 N-m) 39 mm www.Emerson.com...
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41 mm 3. Apply lubricating paste on the transmitter thread. Note The paste must be approved for the application and compatible with the elastomers used. 4. Mount the transmitter on the tank. Torque 310 in-lb (35 N-m) 39 mm www.Emerson.com...
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Mount on a threaded connection Procedure 1. Apply lubricating paste on the transmitter thread. Note The paste must be approved for the application and compatible with the elastomers used. 2. Mount the transmitter on the tank. Torque 310 in-lb (35 N-m) 39 mm www.Emerson.com...
Wiring diagram Figure 5-1: Connection OUT2 OUT1/IO-Link Table 5-1: Pin Assignment Wire color Signal Brown 24 V White OUT2 Digital output or active 4-20 mA analog output Blue Black OUT1/IO-Link Digital output or IO-Link mode According to IEC 60947-5-2. www.Emerson.com...
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2: OUT2 4: OUT1 4: OUT1 A. 2 x Digital output PnP B. 2 x Digital output NpN C. 1 x Digital output PnP / 1 x Analog output D. 1 x Digital output NpN / 1 x Analog output www.Emerson.com...
2. Insert the M12 connector gently. Note Do not force the connector into place. Check that it is aligned properly. 3. Once fully inserted, turn the screw ring until tight. See the manufacturer’s instruction manual for recommended torque. 4. Connect the power supply. www.Emerson.com...
IO-Link devices can be set using an IO-Link USB Communicator, through the IO-Link master, or via the PLC. Procedure Start the configuration software and connect the transmitter. Figure 7-1: Connection via the IO-Link USB Communicator Figure 7-2: Connection via the IO-Link Master Figure 7-3: Connection via the PLC www.Emerson.com...
/DTM framework ® An IODD DTM Interpreter is required to integrate IODDs into an FDT/DTM environment (e.g PACTware). Prerequisites The IODD DTM Interpreter is usually included in the FDT/DTM software installation package. It can also be downloaded from Emerson.com/Rosemount1408A. www.Emerson.com...
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2. Select Add IODD. 3. Browse to the IODD file (.xml) and select Open. 4. Start the configuration tool and update the device catalog. Need help? If the new DTM is not added automatically at start-up, then select View → Device Catalog → Update Device Catalog. www.Emerson.com...
Configure the analog output The transmitter can be set to output the level or volume flow as a 4-20 mA signal. Procedure 1. Under Menu, select Parameter → OUT2 Analog Output. 2. In the OUT2 Configuration list, select Analog Output 4-20 mA. www.Emerson.com...
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2. In the Volume Flow Calculation Method list, select the preferred method. Choose from: • Linearization table • Parshall flume • Khafagi-Venturi flume 3. Select Volume Flow Table/Formula, and then set the parameters as desired. 4. Select Write to device. www.Emerson.com...
The default setting is mode 1. 10.2 Change the sweep mode Contact your local Emerson representative for further instructions. You need to provide the manufacturing date and serial number. Figure 10-1: Main Label A.
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