Vega VEGAPULS SR 68 Operating Instructions Manual

measurement of bulk solids VEGAPULS SR 68 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire Document ID: 38295 ...

38295-EN-170405 Contents 1 About this document 1.1 Function ........................................................................................................................... 4 1.2 Target group ..................................................................................................................... 4 1.3 Symbols used.............................................................. ...

38295-EN-170405 9.1 Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 63 9.2 Measured value and event memory ............................................................................... 63 9.3 Asset Management function ........................................................................................... 64 9.4 Rec ...

VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire 38295-EN-170405 1 About this document 1.1 Function This operating instructions manual provides all the information you need for mounting, connection and setup as well as important instruc- tions�for�maintenance�and�fault�rectification.�Please�read�this�informa- tion before putting the instrument into operation and keep this manual accessible in the immediate vicinity ...

VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire 38295-EN-170405 2 For your safety 2.1 Authorised personnel All operations described in this operating instructions manual must be carried out only by trained specialist personnel authorised by the plant operator. During work on and with the device the required personal protective equipment must always be worn. 2.2 Appropriate use VEGAPULS SR 68 is a sensor for continuous level measurement. ...

VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire 38295-EN-170405 2.5 EU conformity The�device�fulfils�the�legal�requirements�of�the�applicable�EU�direc- tives.�By�affixing�the�CE�marking,�we�confirm�the�conformity�of�the� instrument with these directives. You�can�find�the�EU�conformity�declaration�on�our�website�under� www.vega.com/downloads. Electromagnetic compatibility ...

VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire 38295-EN-170405 • If necessary, existing viewing windows in the vessel must be coated with a microwave impermeable material (e.g. electrically conductive coating) • Manholes�and�flanges�on�the�vessel�must�be�closed�and�sealed�to� avoid penetration of the radar signal • The instrument should be preferably mounted on top of the vessel with antenna orientation do ...

VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire 38295-EN-170405 This device has been approved for both closed containers and open- air environments with the following limitations: • Closed�Containers:�For�installations�utilizing�a�tilt�during�installa- tion: This device is limited to installation in a completely enclosed container�made�of�metal,�concrete�or�reinforced�fiberglass�to�pre- vent RF emissi ...

VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire 38295-EN-170405 • Cuves fermées : Pour les installations impliquant une inclinaison lors de l'installation : cet appareil ne doit être installé que dans une cuve totalement fermée en en métal, en béton ou en matière plas- tiqe�renforcée�de�fibres�de�verre,�pour�empêcher�les�émissions�RF� susceptibles d'interférer avec la navigation aéronautique. L'angle ...

VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire 38295-EN-170405 Please�help�us�fulfil�this�obligation�by�observing�the�environmental� instructions in this manual: • Chapter "Packaging, transport and storage" • Chapter "Disposal" ...

VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire 38295-EN-170405 3 Product description 3.1� Configuration The�type�label�contains�the�most�important�data�for�identification�and� use of the instrument: 2 1 15 13 14 12 11 5 3 6 4 7 8 10 9 Fig. 1: Layout of the type label (example) 1 Instrument type 2 Product code 3 Approvals 4 Power supply and signal output, electronics 5 Protection rating 6 Measuring range 7 P ...

VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire 38295-EN-170405 This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument versions: • Hardware from 2.1.0 • Software from 4.5.1 The scope of delivery encompasses: • Radar sensor • Documentation – Quick setup guide VEGAPULS SR 68 – Instructions for optional instrument features – Ex-specific�"Safety instructions" (with Ex versions) – If�necessary,� ...

VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire 38295-EN-170405 The delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit damage immediately at receipt. Ascertained transit damage or con- cealed defects must be appropriately dealt with. Up to the time of installation, the packages must be left closed and stored according to the orientation and storage markings on the outside. Unless otherwise indicated, the packages must b ...

VEGAPULS SR 68 • 4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire 38295-EN-170405 You�can�find�further�information�in�the�supplementary�instructions� "VEGADIS adapter" (Document-ID 45250). VEGADIS 82 is suitable for measured value indication and adjustment of sensors with HART protocol. It is looped into the 4 … 20 mA/HART signal cable. You�can�find�further�information�in�the�operating�instructions� "VEGADIS 82 ...

38295-EN-170405 4 Mounting 4.1 General instructions On�instruments�with�threaded�process�fitting,�the�hexagon�must�be� tightened�with�a�suitable�wrench.�For�the�proper�wrench�size�see� chapter "Dimensions". Warning: The housing must not be used to screw the instrument in! Applying tightening force can damage internal parts of the housing. Protect your in ...

38295-EN-170405 Prior to setup you have to replace these protective caps with ap- proved cable glands or close the openings with suitable blind plugs. 4.2 Mounting preparations The instrument is also available in versions with an antenna whose diameter�is�larger�than�the�process�fitting�(thread,�flange).�In�such� cases�the�antenna�must�be�disconnected�from�the ...

38295-EN-170405 spring rings according to DIN 217 or wedge lock washers according to DIN 25 201. Proceed as follows: 1.� Clamp�VEGAPULS�SR�68�with�the�flange,�e.g.�in�a�bench�vice 2.� Hold�the�connection�piece�(1)�with�a�wrench�on�the�flat�surfaces� (width�across�flats�22�mm) 3. Loosen counter nut (3) completely with a wrench (width acros ...

38295-EN-170405 4.3 Mounting preparations - Parabolic antenna The instrument is also available in versions where the antenna has a�diameter�larger�than�the�process�fitting�(thread,�flange).�With�such� versions�the�antenna�must�be�disconnected�from�the�process�fitting� before mounting. Proceed as follows: 1.� Clamp�VEGAPULS�SR�68�with�the�fl ...

38295-EN-170405 4.4 Mounting instructions The emitted radar impulses of the radar sensor are electromagnetic waves. The polarisation is the direction of the electrical wave compo- nent.�By�turning�the�instrument�in�the�connection�flange�or�mounting� boss,�the�polarisation�can�be�used�to�reduce�the�effects�of�false� echoes. The�position�of�the� ...

38295-EN-170405 Fig.�7:�Mounting�of�the�radar�sensor�with�inflowing�medium With�bulk�solids�silos�with�lateral�pneumatic�filling,�mounting�should� not�be�in�the�filling�stream��as�the�microwave�signal�will�be�interferred.� The�optimum�mounting�position�is�next�to�the�filling.�To�avoid�strong� pollution,�t ...