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Endress+Hauser Levelflex FMP55 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
Levelflex FMP55
Guided Level-Radar
Interface and level measurement in liquids
BA01003F/00/EN/14.12
71206474
Valid as of version
01.01.zz

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Levelflex FMP55 Guided Level-Radar Interface and level measurement in liquids BA01003F/00/EN/14.12 71206474 Valid as of version 01.01.zz...
  • Page 3 Levelflex FMP55 Table of contents Table of contents 6.2.4 Securing the probe ....27 Important document information ..5 6.2.5 Special mounting conditions ..27 About this document .
  • Page 4 Table of contents Levelflex FMP55 Commissioning via operating menu Accessories ......76 (On-site display, FieldCare) ..58 14.1 Device-specific accessories .
  • Page 5 The document types listed are available: • On the CD supplied with the device • In the Download Area of the Endress+Hauser Internet site: www.endress.com ® Download 1.1.3 Safety Instructions (XA) for Levelflex FMP55 Depending on the approval, the following Safety Instructions (XA) are supplied with the instrument.
  • Page 6 Important document information Levelflex FMP55 Feature Approval Safety Instructions Safety Instructions HART PROFIBUS FOUNDATION Fieldbus FM IS Cl.I,II,III Div.1 Gr.A-G, AEx ia, NI Cl.1 Div.2 XA00531F XA00573F FM XP Cl.I,II,III Div.1 Gr.A-G, AEx d, NI Cl.1 Div.2 XA00532F XA00572F IECEx Zone 0 Ex ia IIC T6 Ga...
  • Page 7 Levelflex FMP55 Important document information 1.2.2 Electrical symbols Symbol Meaning Direct current A terminal to which DC voltage is applied or through which direct current flows. A0011197 Alternating current A terminal to which alternating voltage (sine-wave) is applied or through which alternating current flows.
  • Page 8 Important document information Levelflex FMP55 Symbol Meaning Series of steps … Result of a sequence of actions à Help in the event of a problem A0013562 1.2.5 Symbols in graphics Symbol Meaning 1, 2, 3 ... Item numbers Series of steps …...
  • Page 9 The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper or non-designated use. Verification for borderline cases: For special measured materials and cleaning agents, Endress+Hauser is glad to provide ► assistance in verifying the corrosion resistance of wetted materials, but does not accept any warranty or liability.
  • Page 10 It fulfills general safety requirements and legal requirements. It also conforms to the EC directives listed in the device-specific EC declaration of conformity. Endress+Hauser confirms this fact by applying the CE mark. Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 11 Levelflex FMP55 Product description Product description Product design 3.1.1 Compact device Levelflex A0012399 Design of the Levelflex å 1 Electronics housing Process connection (here as an example: flange) Rope probe End-of-probe weight Rod probe Coax probe Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 12 Product description Levelflex FMP55 3.1.2 Electronics housing A0012422 Design of the electronics housing å 2 Electronics compartment cover Display module Main electronics module Cable glands (1 or 2, depending on instrument version) Nameplate I/O electronics module Terminals (pluggable spring terminals)
  • Page 13 Levelflex FMP55 Product description US Patents EP Patents 6.140.940 6.481.276 6.512.358 1 301 914 6.559.657 1 020 735 6.640.628 6.691.570 6.847.214 7.441.454 7.477.059 1 389 337 7.965.087 Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 14 Incoming acceptance and product identification Levelflex FMP55 Incoming acceptance and product identification Incoming acceptance DELIVERY NOTE 1 = 2 A0013696 A0016870 Is the order code on the delivery note (1) identical to the order code on the product sticker (2)?
  • Page 15 Are the CD-ROMs (product documentation, operating tool) and documentation present? If required (see nameplate): Are the Safety Instructions (XA) present? If one of the conditions does not comply, contact your Endress+Hauser distributor. Product identification The following options are available for identification of the measuring device: •...
  • Page 16 Incoming acceptance and product identification Levelflex FMP55 4.2.1 Nameplate 92 (3.62) Order code: Ser. no.: Ext. ord. cd.: LN = MWP: Lref = Mat.: DeviceID: Dev.Rev.: if modification see sep. label Date: mm (in) 19 18 17 16 A0010725 Nameplate of the Levelflex å...
  • Page 17 Levelflex FMP55 Incoming acceptance and product identification Approval: ATEX II 1/3G Ex ic(ia) IIC T6 ATEX II 3G Ex nA IIC T6 ATEX II 3G Ex ic IIC T6 ATEX II 1/3G Ex nA(ia) IIC T6 ATEX II 1/2G Ex ia IIC T6, 1/2D Ex ia IIIC IP6x...
  • Page 18 Incoming acceptance and product identification Levelflex FMP55 Housing: GT19 dual compartment, Plastics PBT GT18 dual compartment, 316L GT20 dual compartment, Alu coated Special version, TSP-no. to be sepc. Electrical connection: Gland M20, IP66/68 NEMA4X/6P Thread M20, IP66/68 NEMA4X/6P Thread G1/2, IP66/68 NEMA4X/6P...
  • Page 19 Levelflex FMP55 Incoming acceptance and product identification Process connection: KHK 10K 100, PTFE>316L flange JIS B2220 Special version, TSP-no. to be sepc. Additional Operation Language: English German French Spanish Italian Dutch Portuguese Polish Russian Chinese simplified Japanese Korean Czech Calibration: 5-point linearity protocol Special version, TSP-no.
  • Page 20 Incoming acceptance and product identification Levelflex FMP55 Probe Design: (Multiple options can be selected) Sensor remote, 3m/9ft cable, detachable+mounting bracket Special version, TSP-no. to be sepc. Accessory mounted: (Multiple options can be selected) Gas-tight feed through Rod center washer d=37mm/1.45", PFA, interface measurement, pipe diameter DN40/1-1/2" + DN50/2"...
  • Page 21 Levelflex FMP55 Storage, Transport Storage, Transport Storage conditions • Permitted storage temperature: –40 to +80 °C (–40 to +176 °F) • Use the original packaging. Transport product to the measuring point WARNING Risk of injury if the hosuing breaks away! Transport the measuring device to the measuring point in its original packaging or at the ►...
  • Page 22 Mounting Levelflex FMP55 Mounting Mounting dimensions 6.1.1 Dimensions of the electronics housing 90 (3.54) 78 (3.07) A0015132 Housing GT18 (316L); Dimensions in mm (in) å 4 78 (3.07) 90 (3.54) A0015133 Housing GT19 (Plastics PBT); Dimensions in mm (in) å 5 90 (3.54)
  • Page 23 Levelflex FMP55 Mounting 6.1.2 Dimensions of the mounting bracket 122 (4.8) 140 (5.5) 175 (6.9) 158 (6.2) Ø 42 ... 60 mm (inch) (1-1/4 ... 2) A0014793 Mounting bracket for the electronics housing å 7 Wall mounting Pipe mounting For the "Sensor remote" device version (see feature 060 of the product structure), the mounting bracket is part of the delivery.
  • Page 24 Mounting Levelflex FMP55 6.1.3 FMP55: Dimensions of process connection and probe (4.8) = 100 (4) ø82.5 (ø3.25) ø59.8 (ø2.35) ø16 (ø 0.63) 2” ANSI B16.5 ø101 (ø3.98) DN50 EN1092 ø16 10K50 JIS B2220 (ø 0.63) 3” ANSI B16.5 ø131 (ø5.16)
  • Page 25 Levelflex FMP55 Mounting Mounting requirements 6.2.1 Suitable mounting position A0011281 • Rod probes / rope probes: must be mounted in a stilling well or bypass (® ä 27) • Coax probes: can be mounted at an arbitrary distance from the wall of the vessel •...
  • Page 26 Mounting Levelflex FMP55 6 Nm 6 Nm = 100 mm (4”) = 100 mm (4”) 6 Nm 6 Nm A0014794 Angled plug at the probe Angled plug at the electronics housing • Levelflex version (see product structure): Feature 600 "Probe Design", Option MB "Sensor remote, 3m/9ft cable, detachable+mounting bracket"...
  • Page 27 Coax probes can be supported at any point of the outer tube. 6.2.5 Special mounting conditions Bypasses and stilling wells For information on bypass solutions from Endress+Hauser please contact your Endress +Hauser sales representative. A0014129 Mounting in a stilling well...
  • Page 28 Mounting Levelflex FMP55 • Pipe diameter: > 40 mm (1.6") for rod probes • Rod probe installation can take place up to a diameter size of 100 mm. In the event of larger diameters, a coax probe is recommended. • Side disposals, holes or slits and welded joints that protrude up to approx. 5 mm (0.2") inwards do not influence the measurement.
  • Page 29 Levelflex FMP55 Mounting Vessels with heat insulation If process temperatures are high, the device must be included in normal tank insulation to prevent the electronics heating up as a result of heat radiation or convection. The insulation may not exceed beyond the points labeled "MAX" in the drawings.
  • Page 30 Mounting Levelflex FMP55 Mounting the device 6.3.1 Required mounting tools • For flanges and other process connections: appropriate mounting tools • To turn the housing: Hexagonal wrench 8 mm 6.3.2 Mounting the device Flange mounting If a seal is used, be sure to use unpainted metal bolts to ensure good electrical contact between probe flange and process flange.
  • Page 31 Levelflex FMP55 Mounting CAUTION The plugs of the connection cable may be damaged by mechanical stress. Mount the probe and the electronics housing tightly before connecting the cable. ► Lay the cable such that it is not exposed to mechanical stress. Minimum bending radius: 100 ►...
  • Page 32 Mounting Levelflex FMP55 6 Nm 6 Nm = 100 mm (4”) = 100 mm (4”) 6 Nm 6 Nm A0014794 Connecting the cable. There are the following possibilities: å 10 Angled plug at the probe Angled plug at the electronics housing 6.3.4...
  • Page 33 Levelflex FMP55 Mounting 6.3.5 Turning the display module 3 mm A0013905 1. If present (i.e. for devices with Dust-Ex/DIP approval): Loosen the securing clamp of the electronics compartment cover using an Allen key. 2. Unscrew cover of the electronics compartment from the transmitter housing.
  • Page 34 Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 Electrical connection Connection options 7.1.1 2 wire, 4-20 mA HART – – 4...20 mA – – 4...20 mA A0011294 Terminal assignment 2-wire; 4-20mA HART å 11 Without integrated overvoltage protection With integrated overvoltage protection Active barrier with power supply (e.g. RN221N): Observe terminal voltage (® ä 40) HART communication resistor (³250 W): Observe maximum load (®...
  • Page 35 Levelflex FMP55 Electrical connection 7.1.2 2 wire, 4-20 mA HART, 4-20mA – 4...20 mA – 4...20 mA – 4...20 mA – 4...20 mA A0013923 Terminal assignment 2-wire; 4-20mA HART, switch output å 12 Without integrated overvoltage protection With integrated overvoltage protection...
  • Page 36 Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 7.1.3 4 wire: 4-20mA HART (10.4 to 48 V 4...20 mA ³ A0011340 Terminal assignment 4-wire; 4-20mA HART (10.4 to 48 VDC) å 13 Evaluation unit, e.g. PLC HART communication resistor (³250 W): Observe maximum load (® ä 41) Connection for Commubox FXA195 or FieldXpert SFX100 (via VIATOR Bluetooth modem) Analog display device: Observe maximum load (®...
  • Page 37 Levelflex FMP55 Electrical connection 7.1.4 4 wire: 4-20mA HART (90 to 253 V 4...20 mA ³ A0018965 Terminal assignment 4-wire; 4-20mA HART (90 to 253 VAC) å 14 Evaluation unit, e.g. PLC HART communication resistor (³250 W): Observe maximum load (® ä 41) Connection for Commubox FXA195 or FieldXpert SFX100 (via VIATOR Bluetooth modem) Analog display device: Observe maximum load (®...
  • Page 38 Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 7.1.5 Connection HART loop converter HMX50 The dynamic variables of the HART protocol can be converted into individual 4 to 20 mA sections using the HART loop converter HMX50. The variables are assigned to the current output and the measuring ranges of the individual parameters are defined in the HMX50.
  • Page 39 Levelflex FMP55 Electrical connection 7.2.2 Cable diameter and cross-section of the strands Type of protection Cable gland Admissible cable diameter Admissible cross-section of the strands • Standard Plastics M20x1,5 5 to 10 mm (0.2 to 0.39 in) 0.5 to 2.5 mm (20 to 14 AWG) •...
  • Page 40 < 1.5 pF Nominal arrest impulse voltage (8/20 ms) 10 kA External overvoltage protection HAW562 or HAW569 from Endress+Hauser are suited as external overvoltage protection. For detailed information please refer to the following documents: • HAW562: TI01012K • HAW569: TI01013K Connection data 7.3.1...
  • Page 41 Levelflex FMP55 Electrical connection 7.3.2 4-wire, 4-20mA HART, active "Power supply; Output" Terminal voltage K: 4-wire 90-253VAC; 4-20mA HART 90 to 253 V (50 to 60 Hz), overvoltage category II L: 4-wire 10,4-48VDC; 4-20mA HART 10.4 to 48 V Feature 020 of the product structure 7.3.3...
  • Page 42 Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 Connecting the measuring device WARNING Explosion hazard! Comply with the relevant national standards. ► Observe the specifications in the Safety Instructions (XA). ► Only use the specified cable glands. ► Check whether the supply voltage matches the specifications on the nameplate.
  • Page 43 Levelflex FMP55 Electrical connection Connect the cable in accordance with the terminal assignment (® ä 34). 8. When using screened cable: Connect the cable screen to the ground terminal. 9. Screw the cover onto the connection compartment. 10. For instruments with safety pin for the lid: Adjust the safety pin so that its edge is over the edge of the display lid.
  • Page 44 Electrical connection Levelflex FMP55 Post-connection check Are cables or the device undamaged (visual inspection)? Do the cables comply with the requirements? Do the cables have adequate strain relief? Are all cable glands installed, firmly tightened and correctly sealed? Does the supply voltage match the specifications on the transmitter nameplate? Is the terminal assignment correct (®...
  • Page 45 å 16 Display module SD02, push buttons; cover must be open for operation Operating options via CDI interface (= Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface) 2.1 Computer with operating tool (FieldCare) 2.2 Commubox FXA291, connected to the CDI interface of the device 8.1.2...
  • Page 46 Operating options Levelflex FMP55 8.1.3 Remote operation via HART ENDRESS + HAUSER RMA 422 A0012624 Remote operating options via HART å 18 Commubox FXA191 (RS232) or FXA195 (USB) Computer with operating tool (e.g. FieldCare, AMS, Simatic PDM) Handheld terminal DXR375/FC375...
  • Page 47 Levelflex FMP55 Operating options The operating menu 8.2.1 Structure Language Display/operation Parameter 1 Parameter 2 Parameter N Setup Setup parameter 1 Setup parameter 2 Setup parameter N Enter access code Advanced setup Parameter 1 Parameter N Submenu 1 Submenu N...
  • Page 48 Operating options Levelflex FMP55 8.2.2 Submenus and user roles The submenus are designed for different user roles. A user role is defined by typical tasks within the lifecycle of the device. User role Typical tasks Submenu Content/Meaning Operator Tasks in the ongoing process: "Language"...
  • Page 49 Levelflex FMP55 Operating options WP SIM DISPL Spare part: FMP52X-AB 02.01.03 Dev_R ex works SW update #1 SW update #2 A0013132 1. Unscrew the lid from the compartment for the display and operating module. 2. Slightly turn the display and operating module to remove it from the compartment.
  • Page 50 Operating options Levelflex FMP55 Display and operating module 8.3.1 Display appearance User ABC_ DEFG HIJK LMNO PQRS TUVW A0012635 Appearance of the display and operation module for on-site operation å 20 Measured value display (1 value max. size) 1.1 Header containing tag and error symbol (if an error is active) 1.2 Measured value symbols...
  • Page 51 Levelflex FMP55 Operating options Display symbols for the submenus Symbol Meaning Display/operation Is displayed: • in the main menu next to the selection "Display/operation" A0011975 • in the header, if you are in the "Display/operation" menu Setup Is displayed: • in the main menu next to the selection "Setup"...
  • Page 52 Operating options Levelflex FMP55 Measured value symbols Symbol Meaning Measured values Level A0011995 Distance A0011996 Current output A0011998 Measured current A0011999 Terminal voltage A0012106 Temperature of the electronics or the sensor A0012104 Measuring channels Measuring channel 1 A0012000 Measuring channel 2...
  • Page 53 Levelflex FMP55 Operating options 8.3.2 Operating elements Meaning Minus key For menu, submenu Moves the selection bar upwards in a picklist. A0013969 For text and numeric editor In the input mask, moves the selection bar to the left (backwards). Plus key For menu, submenu Moves the selection bar downwards in a picklist.
  • Page 54 Operating options Levelflex FMP55 8.3.3 Entering numbers and text Numeric editor Text editor A0013941 A0013999 Editing view Display area of the entered values Input mask Operating elements Input mask The following input symbols are available in the input mask of the numeric and text editor:...
  • Page 55 Levelflex FMP55 Operating options Confirms selection. A0013985 Switches to the selection of the correction tools. A0013987 Exits the input without applying the changes. A0013986 Clears all entered characters. A0014040 Operating symbols in the numeric editor A0016621 A0013985 A0013986 Confirms selection.
  • Page 56 Operating options Levelflex FMP55 8.3.4 Envelope curve on the display and operating module In order to assess the measuring signal, the envelope curve and - if a mapping has been recorded - the mapping curve can be displayed: (2s) A0014277...
  • Page 57 Levelflex FMP55 Device integration via the HART protocol Device integration via the HART protocol Overview of the Device Description files (DD) HART Manufacturer ID 0x11 Device type 0x34 HART specification DD files For information and files see: • www.endress.com •...
  • Page 58 Commissioning via operating menu (On-site display, FieldCare) Levelflex FMP55 Commissioning via operating menu (On-site display, FieldCare) 10.1 Installation and function check Make sure that all final checks have been completed before you start up your measuring point: • Checklist "Post-installation check" (® ä 33) •...
  • Page 59 Levelflex FMP55 Commissioning via operating menu (On-site display, FieldCare) 10.4 Setting the operating language 10.4.1 Setting the operating language via the display module A0013637 10.4.2 Setting the language via operating tool (FieldCare) A0015305-EN Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 60 Commissioning via operating menu (On-site display, FieldCare) Levelflex FMP55 10.5 Configuration of an interface measurement 100% DK (DC ) A0011177 Configuration parameters for interface measurements å 23 R = Reference pioint of the measurement = Distance of interface (Distance from reference point to lower medium)
  • Page 61 Levelflex FMP55 Commissioning via operating menu (On-site display, FieldCare) NOTICE Wrong dielectric constant of the lower medium may cause a measuring error. If the lower medium is no water, it is necessary to specify its dielectric constant (DC value): ►...
  • Page 62 Commissioning via operating menu (On-site display, FieldCare) Levelflex FMP55 Parameter Factory setting for devices with 1 current Factory setting for devices with 2 current output outputs Value 3 display Upper interface thickness Current output 1 Value 4 display Current output 1 Current output 2 10.7.2...
  • Page 63 Levelflex FMP55 Trouble shooting Trouble shooting 11.1 Trouble-shooting instructions Generel errors Error Possible cause Remedial action Device does not respond. Supply voltage does not match the value Connect the correct voltage. indicated on the nameplate. The polarity of the supply voltage is Correct the polarity.
  • Page 64 Trouble shooting Levelflex FMP55 Error Possible cause Remedial action Level echo suppressed. Ausblendung löschen und gegebenenfalls neu aufnehmen. Device displays a level when Incorrect probe length Carry out probe length correction the tank is empty. (® ä 115). Interference echo Carry out mapping over entire probe when the tank is empty (®...
  • Page 65 Levelflex FMP55 Trouble shooting "Out of specification" The device is operated: • Outside of its technical specifications (e.g. during startup or a cleaning) A0013958 • Outside of the configuration carried out by the user (e.g. level outside configured span) "Maintenance required"...
  • Page 66 Trouble shooting Levelflex FMP55 11.2.2 Calling up remedial measures Message for remedial measures X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 20.50 S441 Curr. output 1 Curr. output 1 (ID:153) S441 2d11h05m55s 1. Check process 2.
  • Page 67 Levelflex FMP55 Trouble shooting A0014014-EN Calling up remedial measures 1. Navigate to the "Diagnostics" menu. Ã In the "Actual diagnostics" parameter, the diagnostic event is shown with event text. 2. On the right in the display range, hover the cursor over the "Actual diagnostics" parameter.
  • Page 68 Trouble shooting Levelflex FMP55 About the structure of the remedial measure message (® ä 66) 11.5 Overview of diagnostic events 11.5.1 Sensor element failures Diagnostic event Maintenance instructions Error behavior Code Description F003 Broken probe detected 1. Check map. Alarm 2.
  • Page 69 Levelflex FMP55 Trouble shooting 11.5.3 Configuration failures Diagnostic event Maintenance instructions Error behavior Code Description F410 Data transfer 1. Check connection. Alarm 2. Check configuration (languages, outputs). 3. Retry data transfer. F411 Up-/download Up-/download active, please wait. Alarm C411 Warning...
  • Page 70 Trouble shooting Levelflex FMP55 Diagnostic event Maintenance Error behavior instructions Code Description S968 Level limited 1. Check level. Warning 2. Check limit parameters. F970 Linearization 1. Check level. Alarm 2. Check linearization settings. The behavior of this error can be defined in the Setup menu (Setup ® Advanced Setup ® Safety settings ®...
  • Page 71 Levelflex FMP55 Trouble shooting 11.6.2 Filtering the event logbook Using the Filter options parameter, you can define which category of event messages is displayed in the Events list submenu. Navigation path Diagnostics ® Event logbook ® Filter options Filter categories •...
  • Page 72 Trouble shooting Levelflex FMP55 11.7 Software history Date Software Modifications Documentation (FMP55, HART) version CD-ROM Operating Description of Technical Information Instructions Parameters 07.2010 01.00.zz Original software CD00518F/00/ BA01003F/00/EN/ GP01000F/00/EN/ TI01003F/00/EN/05.10 A2/05.10 05.10 05.10 01.2011 01.01.zz • SIL integrated CD00518F/00/ BA01003F/00/EN/ GP01000F/00/EN/ TI01003F/00/EN/13.11...
  • Page 73 12.1.1 Repair concept The Endress+Hauser repair concept assumes that the devices have a modular design and that repairs can be done by the Endress+Hauser service or specially trained customers. Spare parts are contained in suitable kits. They contain the related replacement instructions.
  • Page 74 Repairs Levelflex FMP55 12.2 Spare parts • A few interchangeable measuring device components are identified by a spare part nameplate. This contains information about the spare part. • The connection compartment cover of the device contains a spare part nameplate that includes the following information: –...
  • Page 75 Levelflex FMP55 Maintenance Maintenance The measuring device requires no special maintenance. 13.1 Exterior cleaning When exterior-cleaning the device, always use cleaning agents that do not attack the surface of the hosuing and the seals. Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 76 Accessories Levelflex FMP55 Accessories 14.1 Device-specific accessories Accessory Description Weather protection cover mm (in) A0015466 298.5 (11.8) 273.8 (10.8) 164 (6.46) 255.1 (10) mm (in) A0015472 37.8 mm (1.49 in) 54 mm (2.13 in) The weather protection cover can be ordered together with the device (product structure, feature 620 "Accessory Enclosed", option PB "Weather Protection...
  • Page 77 Levelflex FMP55 Accessories Accessory Description Mounting bracket for the electronics housing 122 (4.8) 140 (5.5) 175 (6.9) 158 (6.2) Ø 42 ... 60 mm (inch) (1-1/4 ... 2) A0014793 Wall mounting Pipe mounting For the "Sensor remote" device version (see feature 060 of the product structure), the mounting bracket is part of the delivery.
  • Page 78 For intrinsically safe HART communication with FieldCare via the USB interface. For details refer to Technical Information TI404F/00 Accessory Description Commubox FXA291 Connects Endress+Hauser field devices with CDI interface (= Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface) to the USB interface of a computer. For details refer to Technical Information TI405C/07 Accessory Description...
  • Page 79 Accessory Description FieldCare Endress+Hauser's FDT-based Plant Asset Management tool. Helps to configure and maintain all field devices of your plant. By supplying status information it also supports the diagnosis of the devices. For details refer to Operating Instructions BA027S/04 and BA059S/04 14.4...
  • Page 80 +Hauser, as an ISO-certified company, is required to follow certain procedures when handling returned products that are in contact with medium. To ensure swift, safe and professional device returns, please read the return procedures and conditions on the Endress+Hauser website at www.services.endress.com/return-material Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 81 Levelflex FMP55 Disposal Disposal In case of disposal please separate the different components according to their material consistence. Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 82 Overview of the operating menu Levelflex FMP55 Overview of the operating menu Language (® ä 87) Display/operation ® Access status display (® ä 88) Locking status (® ä 88) Format display (® ä 88) Contrast display (® ä 90) Display interval (®...
  • Page 83 Levelflex FMP55 Overview of the operating menu Setup ® Advanced setup ® Interface / Automatic DC Manual interface thickness (® ä 105) calculation ® DC value (® ä 105) Calculated DC (® ä 105) Use calculated DC (® ä 106) Setup ®...
  • Page 84 Overview of the operating menu Levelflex FMP55 Decimal places 1 (® ä 121) Value 2 display (® ä 122) Decimal places 2 (® ä 122) Value 3 display (® ä 123) Decimal places 3 (® ä 123) Value 4 display (®...
  • Page 85 Levelflex FMP55 Overview of the operating menu Extended order code 2 (® ä 136) Extended order code 3 (® ä 136) Device revision (® ä 136) Device ID (® ä 136) Device type (® ä 137) Manufacturer ID (® ä 137) Diagnostics ®...
  • Page 86 Overview of the operating menu Levelflex FMP55 Diagnostics ® Device reset ® Device reset (® ä 147) Expert The "Expert" menu is described in the document GP01000F ("Description of device parameters"). Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 87 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Description of device parameters (operating menu) • : Marks the navigation path to the parameter via the display and operating module. • : Marks the navigation path to the parameter via an operating tool (e.g. FieldCare).
  • Page 88 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 18.1 "Display/operation" menu This menu only appears if the device has a local display. Access status display Display/operation ® Access stat. disp. Navigation Setup ® Advanced setup ® Access stat. disp. Description Use this function to view the access authorization to parameters via onsite operation.
  • Page 89 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Display/operation ® Format display Navigation Setup ® Advanced Setup ® Display ® Format display Description Use this function to select how the measured value is shown on the local display. The display format (size, bar graph etc.) and number of measured values displayed simultaneously (1 to 4) can...
  • Page 90 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Additional information 1 value, max. size A0011948-EN 1 bargraph + 1 value A0012011-EN 2 values A0012013-EN 1 value large + 2 values A0012016-EN 4 values A0012019-EN Contrast display Display/operation ® Contrast display...
  • Page 91 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Factory setting 30 % Display interval Display/operation ® Display interval Navigation Setup ® Advanced Setup ® Display ® Display interval Description Use this function to set the length of time the measured values are displayed if the values alternate on the display.
  • Page 92 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Factory setting Tank type Navigation Setup ® Tank type Setup ® Advanced setup ® Interface ® Tank type Description Defines the tank type Selection Bypass/pipe Factory setting Depending on the type of probe.
  • Page 93 0 to 20 Factory setting Additional information Dielectric constants of important media commonly used in the industry are summarized in the document SD106F, which can be downloaded from the Endress+Hauser web page (www.endress.com). Empty calibration Setup ® Empty calibration Navigation Description Defines the empty calibration E.
  • Page 94 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Navigation Setup ® Full calibration Description Defines the full calibration F. F is the distance between the minimum level (0%) and the maximum level (100%). 100% The full calibration is valid for the total level and the interface level.
  • Page 95 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Description Displays the interface level L (before linearization) A0013197 Additional information The value is displayed in the selected "Level unit" . Distance Setup ® Distance Navigation Diagnostics ® Measured val. ® Distance...
  • Page 96 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Description Displays the measured distance D from the reference point (lower edge of the flange or threaded connection) to the interface layer. A0013202 Additional Information The value is displayed in the selected "Level unit" .
  • Page 97 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) 18.2.1 "Mapping" sequence Confirm distance Setup ® Mapping ® Confirm distance Navigation Description Confirmation whether the measured distance matches the actual distance. Depending on the selection, the device automatically determines the range over which the mapping will be recorded.
  • Page 98 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Input range 0.1 m (0.33 ft) to length of probe (LN) Factory setting 0.1 m (0.33 ft) Additional information The distance is measured from the reference point, i.e. from the lower edge of the mounting flange or the threaded connection.
  • Page 99 If no key is pressed for 10 minutes, or the user goes from the navigation and editing mode back to the measured value display mode, the device automatically locks the write-protected parameters after another 60 s . Please contact your Endress+Hauser Sales Center if you lose your access code Input range 0 to 9 999 Define access code Setup ®...
  • Page 100 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Description Use this function to enter a unique name for the measuring point so it can be identified quickly within the plant. The name is displayed in the header: XXXXXXXXX A0013375 Header text Input range Max.
  • Page 101 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) The "Interface" submenu Process property Setup ® Advanced Setup ® Interface ® Process property Navigation Description Defines a typical rate of level change Options • Fast > 1 m(40")/min • Standard < 1 m(40")/min •...
  • Page 102 Capacitance Measurement. • Special: automatic DC Note: Contact Endress+Hauser before selecting this option. Condition: The specific capacitance (pF/m) is known. Signal evaluation: As long as a clear interface is detected, both the total and the interface level are determined via the Guided Radar.
  • Page 103 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Additional information Dielectric constants of important media commonly used in the industry are summarized in the document SD106F, which can be downloaded from the Endress+Hauser web page (www.endress.com). Level unit Navigation Setup ® Advanced setup ® Interface ® Level unit...
  • Page 104 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Additional information Echoes from within the blocking distance are not taken into account in the signal evaluation. The upper blocking distance is used • to suppress interference echoes at the top end of the probe (1).
  • Page 105 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) The "Automatic DC calculation" sequence If - in the case of interface measurements - the thickness of the upper medium is known at a certain point of time (e.g. through a manual measurement), the Automatic DC calculation sequence can be used to calculate the dielectric constant of the upper medium.
  • Page 106 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Use calculated DC Setup ® Advanced setup ® Interface ® Autom. DC calc. ® Use calc. DC Navigation Meaning Confirm if the automatically calclualted DC is to be used. Selection • Save and exit The calculated DC is accepted.
  • Page 107 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) The "Linearization" submenu Linearization type Navigation Setup ® Advanced setup ® Linearization ® Linearization type Description Defines the type of linearization Selection • None The level is transmitted to the output without 100% linearization.
  • Page 108 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Description Defines the unit of the linearized value. Selection • Free text • t • lb • ton • kg • impGal • UsGal • cf • cm • dm • m •...
  • Page 109 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Factory setting Diameter Navigation Setup ® Advanced setup ® Linearization ® Diameter Condition Only visible if one of the following linearization types has been selected: • Horizontal cylinder • Sphere Description Definition of the tank diameter Input range 0 ...
  • Page 110 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Navigation Setup ® Advanced setup ® Linearization ® Table mode Condition Only visible if the "Table" linearization type has been selected. Description Defines the method used to enter linearization points into the table.
  • Page 111 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Additional information For Table mode = Manual: Level is a writable parameter. For Table mode = Semi-automatic: Level is a read-only parameter. Customer value Setup ® Advanced setup ® Linearization ® Customer value...
  • Page 112 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 The "Safety settings" submenu Output echo lost Navigation Setup ® Advanced setup ® Safety settings ® Output echo lost Description Defines the output signal in the case of a lost echo. Selection •...
  • Page 113 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Description Defines the slope of the ramp in the case of a lost echo. 100% A0013269 Delay echo lost Ramp echo lost (positive value) Ramp echo lost (negative value) Input range -9999999,0 to + 9999999,0 %/min...
  • Page 114 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 The "SIL/WHG confirmation" sequence The "SIL/WHG confirmation" sequence is only available for devices with SIL or WHG approval (feature 590: "Additional Approval", option LA: "SIL" or LC: "WHG overfill prevention") which are currently not in the SIL- or WHG-locked state.
  • Page 115 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) The "Probe length correction" sequence The Probe length correction sequence helps to ensure that the end of probe signal within the envelope curve is correctly assigned by the evaluation algorithm. The assignment is correct if the length of probe indicated by the device matches the acutal lenght of the probe.
  • Page 116 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Present length Setup ® Advanced setup ® Probe length corr. ® Pres. length Navigation Description Depending on the parametrization: • In most cases: Displays the measured length of probe (according to the detected end of probe signal).
  • Page 117 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) The "Current output 1"/"Current output 2" submenus Assign current Navigation Setup ® Advanced setup ® Curr. output 1 ® Assign curr. Setup ® Advanced setup ® Curr. output 2 ® Assign curr.
  • Page 118 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Additional information Fixed current The current value is set via the Fixed current parameter (® ä 118). Example Shows the relationship between the current span for the output of the process variable and the lower and upper alarm levels.
  • Page 119 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Additional information Fluctuations of the measured value affect the output current with an exponential delay, the time constant of which is defined in this parameter. With a small time constant the output reacts immediately to changes of the measrued value. With a big time constant the reaction of the output is more delayed.
  • Page 120 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Output current 1 / Output current 2 Setup ® Advanced setup ® Curr. output 1 ® Output curr. 1 Navigation Diagnostics ® Measured value ® Output curr. 1 Setup ® Advanced setup ® Curr. output 2 ® Output curr. 2 Diagnostics ®...
  • Page 121 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) The "Display" submenu For operating tools: The Display submenu is only visible if a display module is connected to the device. Format display (® ä 88) Value 1 display Setup ® Advanced setup ® Display ® Value 1 display...
  • Page 122 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Options • x • x.x • x.xx • x.xxx • x.xxxx Factory setting x.xx Value 2 display Setup ® Advanced setup ® Display ® Value 2 display Navigation Description Use this function to select one of the measured values to be shown on the local display. If several measured values are displayed at once, the measured value selected here will be the second value to be displayed.
  • Page 123 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Options • x • x.x • x.xx • x.xxx • x.xxxx Factory setting x.xx Value 3 display Navigation Setup ® Advanced setup ® Display ® Value 3 display Description Use this function to select one of the measured values to be shown on the local display. If more than two measured values are displayed at once, the measured value selected here will be the third value to be displayed.
  • Page 124 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Options • x • x.x • x.xx • x.xxx • x.xxxx Factory setting x.xx Value 4 display Setup ® Advanced setup ® Display ® Value 4 display Navigation Description Use this function to select one of the measured values to be shown on the local display. If four measured values are displayed at once, the measured value selected here will be the fourth value to be displayed.
  • Page 125 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Selection • x • x.x • x.xx • x.xxx • x.xxxx Factory setting x.xx Display interval (® ä 91) Display damping Navigation Setup ® Advanced setup ® Display ® Display damping Description Use this function to set the reaction time of the local display to fluctuations in the measured value caused by process conditions.
  • Page 126 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Additional information Device tag Is defined in the Device tag parameter (® ä 99). Free text Is defined in the Header text parameter (® ä 126). Header text Setup ® Advanced setup ® Display ® Header text...
  • Page 127 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Description Selection of the number format for the representation of measured values. Selection • Decimal • ft-in-1/16" (Only valid for distance units) Factory setting Decimal Decimal places menu Setup ® Advanced setup ® Display ® Dec. places menu...
  • Page 128 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 The "Configuration backup display" submenu The Configuration backup display submenu is only visible if a display module is connected to the device. The configuration of the device can be saved to the display module at a certain point of time (backup).
  • Page 129 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Options • Cancel No action is executed and the user exits the parameter. • Execute backup A backup copy of the current device configuration in the HistoROM (built-in in the device) is saved to the display module of the device.
  • Page 130 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 18.3 The "Diagnostics" menu Actual diagnostics Diagnostics ® Actual diagnos. Navigation Description Use this function to display the current diagnostics message. If two or more messages occur simultaneously, the message with the highest priority is shown on the display.
  • Page 131 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Operating time (® ä 128) Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 132 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 18.3.1 "Diagnsotics list" submenu Up to 5 diagnostics messages currently pending are displayed in this submenu. If more than 5 messages are pending, the messages with the highest priority are shown on the display.
  • Page 133 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) 18.3.2 The "Event logbook" submenu Filter options Diagnostics ® Event logbook ® Filter options Navigation Description Use this function to select the category (status signal) whose event messages are displayed in the events list.
  • Page 134 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Additional information User interface Example 1 for display format: I 1091 24d12h13m00s Configuration modified Example 2 for display format: S441 01d4h12min30s Current output 1 HistoROM A HistoROM is a "non-volatile" device memory in the form of an EEPROM.
  • Page 135 Use this function to view the serial number of the device. It can also be found on the nameplate. Uses of the serial number • To identify the device quickly, e.g. when contacting Endress+Hauser. • To obtain specific information on the device using the Device Viewer: www.endress.com/deviceviewer...
  • Page 136 Uses of the order code • To order an identical spare device. • To identify the device quickly and easily, e.g. when contacting Endress+Hauser. Display Max. 20-digit character string comprising letters, numbers, punctuation marks or +, - Extended order code 1-3 Diagnostics ®...
  • Page 137 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Description Use this function to view the device ID for identifying the device in a HART network. In addition to the device type and manufacturer ID, the device ID is part of the unique ID.
  • Page 138 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 18.3.4 "Measured value" submenu Distance (® ä 95) Level linearized Diagnostics ® Measured val. ® Level linearized Navigation Description Displays the linearized level. Interface distance (® ä 95) Interface linearized Diagnostics ® Measured val. ® Interf. lineariz.
  • Page 139 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Measured current 1 Diagnostics ® Measured val. ® Measured current 1 Navigation Description Use this function to view the current value of the current output currently measured. Display ran ge 3.59 to 22.5 mA Terminal voltage 1 Diagnostics ®...
  • Page 140 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 18.3.5 "Data logging" submenu Assign channel 1-4 Diagnostics ® Data logging ® Assign channel 1 Navigation Diagnostics ® Data logging ® Assign channel 2 Diagnostics ® Data logging ® Assign channel 3 Diagnostics ®...
  • Page 141 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Description Definition of the logging interval t for data logging. This defines the interval between the individual data points in the data log, and thus the maximum loggable process time T = 1000 × t •...
  • Page 142 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Description Use this function to view the measured value trend for the logging channel in the form of a chart. A0013859 • x-axis: depending on the number of channels selected displays 250 to 1000 measured values of a process variable.
  • Page 143 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) 18.3.6 "Simulation" submenu Assignment of measured variable Diagnostics ® Simulation ® Assign. meas. var. Navigation Description Use this function to select a process variable for the simulation process that is activated. The display alternates between the measured value and a diagnostics message of the "function check"...
  • Page 144 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Description Use this function to switch simulation of the current output on and off. The display alternates between the measured value and a diagnostics message of the "function check" category (C) while simulation is in progress: The simulation value is defined in the Value current output 1-2 parameter (®...
  • Page 145 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) 18.3.7 The "Device check" submenu Start device check Diagnostics ® Device check ® Start device check Navigation Description Start of a device check. Selection • No No device check is performed. • Yes A device check is performed.
  • Page 146 Description of device parameters (operating menu) Levelflex FMP55 Navigation Diagnostics ® Device check ® Level signal Conditions Only visible if a device check has been performed. Description Displays the result of the device check for the level signal. Display • Check not done •...
  • Page 147 Levelflex FMP55 Description of device parameters (operating menu) 18.3.8 "Device reset" submenu Device reset Diagnostics ® Device reset ® Device reset Navigation Description Use this function to reset the device configuration - either entirely or in part - to a defined state.
  • Page 148 Index Levelflex FMP55 Index DC value (Parameter) ......105 DD ........57 Access status display (Parameter) .
  • Page 149 Levelflex FMP55 Index Interface distance (Parameter) ....95 Interface linearized (Parameter) ....138 Electronic failures .
  • Page 150 Index Levelflex FMP55 Operating mode (Parameter) ..... 91 Signal quality (Parameter) ..... . . 96 Operating module .
  • Page 151 Erklärung zur Kontamination und Reinigung Please reference the Return Authorization Number (RA#), obtained from Endress+Hauser, on all paperwork and mark the RA# clearly on the outside of the box. If this procedure is not followed, it may result in the refusal of the package at our facility.
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