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Operating Instructions VEGAFLEX 82

1. 0 08 m 0 3m 3 15 11 811 Fig 50 Deviation VEGAFLEX 82 in cable version in water 1 Dead band no measurement possible in this area L Probe length Repeatability x1 mm 9 Depending on the installation conditions there can be deviations which can be rectified with an adaptation of the adjustment or a change of the measured value offset in the DTM service mode 76 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 VELA 11 Supplement Variables influencing measurement accuracy Specifications for the digital measured value Temperature drift Digital output 3 mm 10 K relating to the max measuring range or max 10 mm 0 394 in Additional deviation through electromag x10 mm lt 0 394 in netic interference acc to EN 61326 Specifications apply also to the current output Temperature drift Current output 0 03 99 10 K relating to the 16 mA span max 0 3 96 Deviation on the current output through x15 uA analogue digital conversion Additional deviation through electromag 150 uA netic interference acc to EN 61326 Influence of the superimposed gas and pressure to the accuracy The propagation speed of the radar impulses in gas or vapour above the medium is reduced by high pressure This effect depends on the superimposed gas or vapour and is especially large at low temperatures The following table shows the resulting deviation for some
2. 20 mA HART Range of the output signal 3 8 20 5 mA HART default setting Fulfilled HART specification 7 Signal resolution 0 3 uA Failure signal current output adjustable Last valid measured value 2 21 mA lt 3 6 mA 74 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 VELA 11 Supplement Max output current 21 5 mA Starting current lt 10 mA for 5 ms after switching on lt 3 6 mA Load see load under Power supply Damping 63 96 of the input variable 0 999s adjustable HART output values according to HART 7 default setting First HART value PV Linearised percentage value level Second HART value SV Distance to the level Third HART value TV Measurement certainty level Fourth HART value QV Electronics temperature Indication value Display and adjustment module Displayed value 1 Filling height Level Displayed value 2 Electronics temperature Resolution digital lt 1 mm 0 039 in Output variable Additional current output For details on the operating voltage see chapter Voltage supply Output signal 4 20 mA passive Range of the output signal 3 8 20 5 mA default setting Signal resolution 0 3 uA Failure signal current output adjustable Last valid measured value 2 21 mA lt 3 6 mA Max output current 21 5 mA Starting current lt 10 mA for 20 ms after switching on lt 3 6 mA Load Load resistor see chapter Voltage s
3. Setup Max adjustment In this menu item you can enter the max adjustment for the level Level j Max adjustment level 100 00 z Min adjustment level 8 mm Foils Adjust the requested percentage value with and store with OK Hax adjustment level 100 00 A 10 00 110 00 p Enter the appropriate distance value in m corresponding to the percentage value for the full vessel The distance refers to the sensor reference plane seal surface of the process fitting Keep in mind that the max level must lie below the dead band Max adjustment level Setup Min adjustment In this menu item you can enter the min adjustment for the level Level Adjustment lewwel Min adjustment level 0 00 x 650 mm Yee mnm Adjust the requested percentage value with and store with OK Hax adjustment level Min adjustment level 34 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TvOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 Setup Damping Setup Linearization 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module Hin adjustment level Enter the suitable distance value in m for the empty vessel e g distance from the flange to the probe end corresponding to the per centage value The distance refers tot he sensor reference plane seal surface of the process fitting Hin adjustment level To damp process dependent measured value fluctuations set an integration time of O 999 s in this menu item
4. Note e Wherever the sensor displays a constant value the reason could also be the fault setting of the current output to Hold value e Incase of a too low level indication the reason could be a line resistance that is too high Measurement error with constant level Fault description Error pattern Cause Rectification 1 Measured value shows a too low or too high level 2 Measured value jumps towards 100 Min max adjustment not correct Adapt min max adjustment Wrong linearization curve Adapt linearization curve Running time error small measurement error close to 100 serious error close to 0 96 Due to the process the ampli tude of the product echo sinks Afalse signal suppression was not carried out Repeat setup Carry out a false signal sup pression Amplitude or position of a false signal has changed e g buildup false signal suppres sion no longer matches Determine the reason for the changed false signals carry out false signal suppression e g with buildup Measurement error during filling Fault description Error pattern Cause Rectification 3 Measured value re mains in the area of the bottom during filling Echo from the probe end larger than the product echo for example with products with lt 2 5 oil based solvents etc C
5. The following data or settings for adjustment of the display and ad justment module are saved e All data of the menu Setup and Display e Inthe menu Additional adjustments the items Reset Date Time e Special parameters Additional adjustments Date Tine Reset Copy instr settings Probe type Special Parameter Copy instr settings Copy instr settings Copy instrument settings The copied data are permanently saved in an EEPROM memory in the display and adjustment module and remain there even in case of power failure From there they can be written into one or more sen sors or kept as backup for a possible electronics exchange Note Before the data are stored in the sensor a check is carried out to determine if the data fit the sensor If the data do not fit a fault signal is triggered or the function is blocked When data are being written into the sensor the display shows which instrument type the data originate from and which TAG no this sensor had In this menu item you can select the type and size of your probe from a list of all possible probes This is necessary to adapt the electronics optimally to the probe Additional adjustments Reset Copy instr settings Probe type Special parameter Probe type mad Ser Cable zmm centr weight Cable 2mm grav weight Cable dmm centr weight Cable dmm gravity weight HART mode In this menu item you gain access to the protected area where you can en
6. A simulation is active Finish simulation Simulation ac Wait for the automatic end tive after 60 mins Out of specification The following table shows the error codes and text messages in the status message Out of specification and provides information on causes as well as corrective measures 60 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TYOY L N3 6c8Lv 41829 EN 140430 Maintenance VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 9 Diagnostics and service Code Text mes sage Cause Rectification S600 Temperature of the elec Check ambient temperature Impermissi tronics in the non specified Isolate electronics ble electronics Section Use instrument with higher temperature temperature range S601 Danger of vessel overfilling Make sure that there is no Overfilling further filling Check level in the vessel S603 Operating voltage below Check electrical connection Impermissi specified range if necessary increase ble operating operating voltage voltage The following table shows the error codes and text messages in the status message Maintenance and provides information on causes as well as corrective measures Code Cause Rectification Text mes sage M500 With the reset to delivery Repeat reset reset delivery status be restored data into the sensor M501 Hardware error EEPROM Exchanging the electronics Er
7. Code Cause Rectification Text mes sage F125 Temperature of the elec Check ambient temperature Impermissi tronics in the non specified solate electronics ble electronics Section Use instrument with higher temperature temperature range F260 Error in the calibration car Exchanging the electronics Error in the ried out in the factory Send instrument for repair calibration Error in the EEPROM F261 Error during setup Carry out a reset Error in the Error when carrying out a Repeat setup instrument reset settings False signal suppression faulty F264 Error during setup Check or correct installation Installation and or parameter adjust ment Setup error Check probe length F265 Sensor no longer carries Carry out a reset Measurement 9Ut measurement Disconnect operating volt function dis age briefly turbed F266 Operating voltage below Check electrical connection Impermissi specified range if necessary increase ble operating operating voltage voltage F267 Sensor cannot start Exchanging the electronics No executable Send instrument for repair sensor soft ware Function check The following table shows the error codes and text messages in the status message Function check and provides information on causes as well as corrective measures Code Cause Rectification Text mes sage C700
8. Fig 57 Housing versions in protection IP 166 1P 68 10bar with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 Ilmm O S358lin higher 1 Single chamber version 2 Double chamber version Stainless steel housing M20x1 5 M20x1 5 Ve NPT CD e NPT Fig 58 Housing versions in protection IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm 0 35 in higher 1 Single chamber version electropolished 2 Single chamber version precision casting 3 Double chamber version precision casting 84 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 VELA 11 Supplement Stainless steel housing in protection rating IP 66 IP 68 1 bar GREEN NENNEN M20x1 5 U M20x1 5 Ve NPT Fig 59 Housing versions in protection IP 2166 IP 168 10bar with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 Ilmm O S358lin higher 1 Single chamber version electropolished 2 Single chamber version precision casting 3 Double chamber version precision casting VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 85 11 Supplement VELA VEGAFLEX 82 cable version 4 mm 0 157 in o 6 mm 0 236 in PA coated f Fig 60 VEGAFLEX 82 cable 4 mm 0 157 in 6 mm 0 236 in threaded version with gravity weight all gravity weights with thread M12 fo
9. Integration time Integration tine Os The default setting is a damping of O s A linearization is necessary for all vessels in which the vessel volume does not increase linearly with the level e g a horizontal cylindri cal or spherical tank when the indication or output of the volume is required Corresponding linearization curves are preprogrammed for these vessels They represent the correlation between the level percentage and vessel volume The linearization applies to the measured value indication and the current output By activating the appropriate curve the volume per centage of the vessel is displayed correctly If the volume should not be displayed in percent but e g in or kg a scaling can be also set in the menu item Display Linearization Linearization EEG Horiz cylinder Linear Pw Sphere Falmer Eowlus Flume Venturi trapezoidal weir Warning If a linearization curve is selected the measuring signal is no longer necessarily linear to the filling height This must be considered by the user especially when adjusting the switching point on the limit signal transmitter In the following you have to enter the values for your vessel for example the vessel height and the socket correction For non linear vessel forms enter the vessel height und the socket correction For the vessel height you have to enter the total height of the vessel For the socket correction you have to enter t
10. OnAKROM HDB Cereals Plastic granules Tensile force in KN the determined value must be multiplied with safety factor 2 Cable length inm Vessel diameter 12 m 39 37 ft Vessel diameter 9 m 29 53 ft Vessel diameter 6 m 19 69 ft Vessel diameter 3 m 9 843 ft Sag 4a oo a a 5 10 15 20 2 Fig 45 Max tensile load with sand and cement Cable e 4 mm 0 157 in OO amp OGVv 00 72 Sand Cement Tensile force in kN the determined value must be multiplied with safety factor 2 Cable length in m Vessel diameter 12 m 39 37 ft Vessel diameter 9 m 29 53 ft Vessel diameter 6 m 19 69 ft Vessel diameter 3 m 9 843 ft VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 E 11 Supplement N Co gt Oo O N Co T T T T T T T T 10 i8 20 26 30 35 Fig 46 Max tensile load with cereals and plastic granules Cable 6 mm o 11 mm PA coated Cereals Plastic granules Cable length in m Vessel diameter 12 m 39 37 ft Vessel diameter 9 m 29 53 ft Vessel diameter 6 m 19 69 ft Vessel diameter 3 m 9 843 ft OnHKROM HB 5 10 15 20 25 30 38 Tensile force in kN the determined value must be multiplied wi
11. Setup and Display e Inthe menu Additional adjustments the items Sensor specific units temperature unit and linearization e The values of the user programmable linearization curve The function can also be used to transfer settings from one instru ment to another instrument of the same type If it is necessary to exchange a sensor the display and adjustment module is inserted into the replacement instrument and the data are likewise written into the sensor via the menu item Copy sensor data VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 49 7 Setup with PACTware Via the interface adapter directly on the sensor Via the interface adapter and HART Ee 50 7 Setup with PACTware 7 1 Connect the PC Fig 28 Connection of the PC directly to the sensor via the interface adapter 1 USB cable to the PC 2 Interface adapter VEGACONNECT 3 Sensor o000 0000000 oo E cco Fig 29 Connecting the PC via HART to the signal cable Sensor HART resistance 250 Q optional depending on processing Connection cable with 2 mm pins and terminals Processing system PLC Voltage supply Interface adapter for example VEGACONNECT 4 O14 Colo Note With power supply units with integrated HART resistance internal resistance approx 250 C an additional external resistance is not necessary This applies e g to the VEGA instruments VEGATRENN 149A VEGAMET 381 VEGAMET 391 Common Ex separators are also usually equipp
12. housing 21 Error codes 60 Event memory 57 90 F Factory calibration date 48 False signal suppression 38 Fault rectification 62 Functional principle 8 G Grounding 18 H HART address 47 HART resistor 50 HART variables 38 Inflowing medium 15 Installation position 13 K Key function 29 L Language 40 Linearization 35 M Main menu 32 Meas reliability 41 Measured value indication 40 Measured value memory 57 Measurement loop name 32 N NAMUR NE 107 61 P Failure 59 Peak value indicator 41 42 PIN 43 Probe length 33 Probe type 47 Q Quick setup 31 R Read out info 48 Repair 68 Replacement parts Display and adjustment module with VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 VEGA heating 10 Electronics module 10 Rod extension 11 Spacer 11 Reset 44 S Scaling measured value 36 37 Sensor characteristics 48 Sensor status 41 Service hotline 64 Simulation 42 Special parameters 47 Status messages NAMUR NE 107 58 Type label 7 Type of medium 33 U Units 33 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire INDEX 91 Printing date All statements concerning scope of delivery application practical use and operat ing conditions of the sensors and processing systems correspond to the information available at the time of printing Subject to change without prior notice C C 41829 EN 140430 VEGA
13. you can define the type of medium product Max adjustment In this menu item you can enter the max adjustment for the level Enter the appropriate distance value in m corresponding to the percentage value for the full vessel The distance refers to the sensor reference plane seal surface of the process fitting Keep in mind that the max level must lie below the dead band Min adjustment In this menu item you can enter the min adjustment for the level Enter the suitable distance value in m for the empty vessel e g distance from the flange to the probe end corresponding to the per centage value The distance refers tot he sensor reference plane seal surface of the process fitting Hedium Dielectric constant lax adjustment level Hin adjustment level ea qe 109004 J oov 8 mm 850 mm Foils Yee mm Linearization A linearization is necessary for all vessels in which the vessel volume does not increase linearly with the level e g a horizontal cylindri cal or spherical tank when the indication or output of the volume is required Corresponding linearization curves are preprogrammed for these vessels They represent the correlation between the level percentage and vessel volume VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 31 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module VEGA Main menu Setup Measurement loop name 32 pe The linearization applies for the measured value indication and the curr
14. 0 x Peak values Distance Has 100 0 x Feak indicator reliab Feak values further Echo curuae In another window you can reset the peak value VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 41 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module VELA Reset peak indicator Meas reliability level Diagnostics Peak values The respective min and max measured values are saved in the Additional Diagnostics Echo curve Diagnosis Simulation 42 sensor The values are displayed in the menu item Peak values Ad ditional This menu item displays the peak values of the electronics tempera ture as well as the dielectric constant Diagnostics Electronics temperature Peak values Distance Hin 27 28 D Peak indicator reliab Has 25 54 T Feak values further Echo curve 1 00 Simulation In another window you can carry out a reset of the two peak values separately keset peak indicator Electronics tenperature Dielectric constant The menu item Echo curve shows the signal strength of the echoes over the measuring range in V The signal strength enables an evalua tion of the quality of the measurement Diagnostics Peak indicator reliab Peak values further Simulation Echo curve memory With the following functions you can zoom part sections of the echo curve e X Zoom Zoom function for the meas distance e Y Zoom 1 2 5 and 10x signal magnification in V e Unzoom Reset the presentation
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16. a tank calculation program as well as a multiviewer for display and analysis of the saved measured value and echo curves The standard version is available as a download under www vega com downloads and Software The full version is avail able on CD from the agency serving you 7 3 Setup with the quick setup The quick setup is another option for parameter adjustment of the sensor It allows fast convenient adjustment of the most important parameters to adapt the sensor quickly to standard applications To use it select the function Quick setup in the start screen Sensor Inbetriebnahme und Wartung 1 gt x f Device name VEGAFLEX 80 series HART Description TDR sensor for continuous level measurement with 4 20 mA HART interface VEGA Measurement loop name Sensor Setup and maintenance Quick setup Y Quick setup allows you to carry out the parameter adjustment for your VEGAFLEX in just a few steps The assistant driven adjustment includes all basic settings for a simple and secure setup This function is only available with connected sensor online Extended adjustment VY The extended adjustment allows you to carry out the parameter adjustment for your VEGAFLEX via the clear menu structure in the DTM This structure enables additional and special settings over and above quick setup Maintenance Y The selection Maintenance gives you comprehensive and important support for
17. compartment is not supported Fig 14 Connection compartment radio module PLICSMOBILE 1 Voltage supply You can find detailed information on connection in the supplementary instructions PLICSMOBILE GSM GPRS radio module VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 VEGA Electronics compartment Terminal compartment 5 Connecting to power supply 5 5 Wiring plan Ex d ia double chamber housing Go Fig 15 Electronics compartment double chamber housing Ex d ia 1 Internal connection to the connection compartment 2 Fordisplay and adjustment module or interface adapter 3 Internal connection to the plug connector for external display and adjust ment unit optional Note HART multidrop mode is not possible when using an Ex d ia instru ment Fig 16 Connection compartment double chamber housing Ex d ia 1 Voltage supply signal output 2 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 23 5 Connecting to power supply Electronics compartment Fig 17 View to the electronics compartment with DISADAPT for connection of the external display and adjustment unit 1 DIS ADAPT 2 Internal plug connection 3 Plug connector M12 x 1 Assignment of the plug connector Fig 18 View to the plug connector M12 x 1 1 Pini 2 Pin2 3 Pin3 4 Pin4 Contact pin Colour connection ca Terminal electronics ble in the s
18. menu point Display the individual submenu points should be selected subsequently and provided with the correct parameters to ensure the optimum adjustment of the display options The procedure is described in the following The following submenu points are available Menu language Indication value 1 Indication value 2 Backlight The submenu points described below This menu item enables the setting of the requested national lan guage Menu language Menu language Deutsch v Francais Espa ol Fucckuu wa In the delivery status the sensor is set to the ordered national lan guage In this menu item you define the indication of the measured value on the display You can display two different measured values In this menu item you define measured value 1 Indication salue 1 Displayed value 1 Percent level Lin percent level Percent level Lp mE Distance leuel scaled level The default setting for the displayed value 1 is Filling height Level In this menu item you define the indication of the measured value on the display You can display two different measured values In this menu item you define measured value 2 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire oeror L Nd 6c8 L 41829 EN 140430 Display Backlight Diagnostics Device status Diagnostics Peak values Distance Diagnostics Peak values Measurement certainty 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module Displ
19. movements or agitators etc the measuring probe should be securely fixed In the gravity weight there is an internal thread M12 e g for an eye bolt optional article no 2 27423 Make sure that the probe cable is not completely taut Avoid tensile loads on the cable Avoid undefined vessel connections i e the connection must be either grounded reliably or isolated reliably Any undefined change of this requirement can lead to measurement errors If there is a danger of the rod probe touching the vessel wall then the probe must be fastened at the bottom end Keep in mind that below the fastening a measurement is not possible VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TvOY L N3 6c8Lv 41829 EN 140430 Lateral installation Rod extension 4 Mounting Fig 8 Fasten the probe 1 Measuring probe 2 Retaining sleeve In case of difficult installation conditions in liquid applications the probe can be also mounted laterally For this purpose adapt the rod with rod extensions or bow shaped segments Let the probe length determine automatically by the instrument to compensate the resulting running time changes The determine probe length can deviate from the actual probe length when using bow shaped segments If installations such as struts ladders etc exist on the vessel wall then the probe should have a distance to the vessel wall of at least 300 mm 11 81 in You can find further information in th
20. the cable entry gland The seal ring must completely encircle the cable 10 Reinsert the display and adjustment module if one was installed 11 Screw the housing cover back on The electrical connection is finished 5 3 Wiring plan single chamber housing The following illustration applies to the non Ex Ex ia and Ex d ver sion Fig 11 Electronics and terminal compartment single chamber housing Voltage supply signal output For display and adjustment module or interface adapter For external display and adjustment unit Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen AC Nc 5 4 Wiring plan double chamber housing The following illustrations apply to the non Ex as well as to the Ex ia version fu aum Pie 6 ie Fig 12 Electronics compartment double chamber housing 1 Internal connection to the connection compartment 2 Fordisplay and adjustment module or interface adapter VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 21 5 Connecting to power supply Terminal compartment 1 Connection compartment Radio module PLICS MOBILE 22 Fig 13 Terminal compartment double chamber housing Voltage supply signal output For display and adjustment module or interface adapter For external display and adjustment unit Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen AUONS Information The use of an external display and adjustment unit and a display and adjustment module in parallel in the connection
21. the electronics module can be ordered through the agency serving you The electron ics modules are adapted to the respective sensor and differ in signal output or voltage supply The new electronics module must be loaded with the default settings of the sensor These are the options e Inthe factory e Or onsite by the user In both cases the serial number of the sensor is needed The serial numbers are stated on the type label of the instrument on the inside of the housing as well as on the delivery note When loading on site first of all the order data must be downloaded from the Internet See operating instructions manual Electronics module Caution All user specific settings must be entered again Hence you have to carry out a new setup after the electronics exchange If you have stored the data of the parameter adjustment during the first setup of the sensor you can transfer these to the replacement electronics module A new setup is no more necessary 9 6 Exchange or shorten cable rod The cable or rod meas part of the probe can be shortened if neces sary To loosen the rod or cable you need a fork spanner with spanner width 13 1 Loosen the rod or cable by applying a fork spanner to the flat surfaces SW 13 provide counterforce with another fork spanner SW 13 2 Unscrew the loosened rod or cable manually 3 Place the enclosed new double washer onto the thread Caution Make sure that the two compone
22. this you help us carry out the repair quickly and without hav ing to call back for needed information If a repair is necessary please proceed as follows Print and fill out one form per instrument Clean the instrument and pack it damage proof Attach the completed form and if need be also a safety data sheet outside on the packaging Please contact the agency serving you to get the address for the return shipment You can find the agency on our home page www vega com VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 10 Dismounting 10 Dismounting 10 1 Dismounting steps Warning Before dismounting be aware of dangerous process conditions such as e g pressure in the vessel or pipeline high temperatures cor rosive or toxic products etc Take note of chapters Mounting and Connecting to power supply and carry out the listed steps in reverse order 10 2 Disposal The instrument consists of materials which can be recycled by spe cialised recycling companies We use recyclable materials and have designed the parts to be easily separable Correct disposal avoids negative effects on humans and the environ ment and ensures recycling of useful raw materials Materials see chapter Technical data If you have no way to dispose of the old instrument properly please contact us concerning return and disposal WEEE directive 2002 96 EG This instrument is not subject to the WEEE di
23. to the nominal measuring range with single magnification Echo curve Zoon LInzoon In this menu item you can simulate measured values via the current output This allows the signal path to be tested e g through down stream indicating instruments or the input card of the control system Diagnostics Feak values further Filling height lewel Distance leuel Heas reliability lewel Select the requested simulation size and adjust the requested value VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TYOY L N3 6c8Lv 41829 EN 140430 VELA 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module Simulation Simulation running Simulation running Activate Percent ee simulation 29 4 95 Caution N During simulation the simulated value is outputted as 4 20 mA cur rent value and digital HART signal Push the ESC key to deactivate the simulation e information L The simulation is terminated automatically 60 minutes after the last key has been pressed Diagnostics Echo curve With the menu item Setup the echo curve it is possible to save at memory the time of setup This is generally recommended for using the Asset Management functions it is necessary If possible the curve should be saved with a low level in the vessel With this you can detect signal changes over the operating time With the adjustment software PACTware and the PC the high resolution echo curve can be displayed and used to
24. up with the display and adjustment module VELA 28 6 Setup with the display and adjustment module 6 1 Insert display and adjustment module The display and adjustment module can be inserted into the sensor and removed again at any time You can choose any one of four differ ent positions each displaced by 90 It is not necessary to interrupt the power supply Proceed as follows 1 Unscrew the housing cover 2 Place the display and adjustment module in the requested posi tion onto the electronics and turn to the right until it snaps in 3 Screw housing cover with inspection window tightly back on Removal is carried out in reverse order The display and adjustment module is powered by the sensor an ad ditional connection is not necessary Fig 24 Installing the display and adjustment module in the electronics compart ment of the single chamber housing VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 Key functions 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module Fig 25 Insertion of the display and adjustment module into the double chamber housing 1 Inthe electronics compartment 2 Inthe connection compartment with Ex d ia version not possible Note If you intend to retrofit the instrument with a display and adjustment module for continuous measured value indication a higher cover with an inspection glass is required 6 2 Adjustment system Fig 26 Display
25. user is obliged to determine the compliance of the necessary occupational safety measures with the current valid rules and regulations and also take note of new regula tions The safety instructions in this operating instructions manual the na tional installation standards as well as the valid safety regulations and accident prevention rules must be observed by the user For safety and warranty reasons any invasive work on the device beyond that described in the operating instructions manual may be carried out only by personnel authorised by the manufacturer Arbi trary conversions or modifications are explicitly forbidden The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must also be observed 2 5 CE conformity The device fulfills the legal requirements of the applicable EC guide lines By affixing the CE marking we confirm successful testing of the product You can find the CE Certificate of Conformity in the download section of our homepage VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 5 2 For your safety VEGA Electromagnetic compatibility Instruments in four wire or Ex d ia version are designed for use in an industrial environment Nevertheless electromagnetic interference from electrical conductors and radiated emissions must be taken into account as is usual with class A instruments according to EN 61326 1 If the instrument is used in a different environment the electromag netic compatibility to other
26. 20 mA HART two wire O TvOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 Rod extension Spacer 3 Product description You can use this display and adjustment module in an ambient tem perature range of 40 70 C You can find further information in the operating instructions Display and adjustment module with heating Document ID 31708 If you are using an instrument with rod version you can extend the rod probe individually with curved segments and rod extensions of different lengths All extensions used must not exceed a total length of 6 m 19 7 ft The extensions are available in the following lengths Rod 16 mm 0 63 in e Basic segments 20 5900 mm 0 79 232 in e Rod segments 20 5900 mm 0 79 232 in e Curved segments 100 x 100 mm 3 94 3 94 in You can find further information in the operating instructions manual Hod extension VEGAFLEX series 80 If you mount the VEGAFLEX 82 in a bypass tube or standpipe you have to avoid contact to the bypass tube by using a spacer at the probe end You can find additional information in the operating instructions manual Centering VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 11 4 Mounting VELA 4 Mounting 4 1 General instructions Screwing in On instruments with process fitting thread the hexagon must be tight ened with a suitable screwdriver Wrench size see chapter Dimen sions Warning N The housing must not be used to screw the instrum
27. 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 Connection technology Connection procedure 5 Connecting to power supply With Ex systems the grounding is carried out according to the instal lation regulations In electroplating and CCP systems cathodic corrosion protection it must be taken into account that significant potential differences exist This can lead to unacceptably high shield currents if the cable shield is grounded at both ends Information The metallic parts of the instrument process fitting transmitter con centric tube etc are conductively connected with the inner and outer ground terminal on the housing This connection exists either directly via connecting metallic parts or in case of instruments with external electronics via the screen of the special connection cable You can find specifications on the potential connections inside the instrument in chapter Technical data 5 2 Connecting The voltage supply and signal output are connected via the spring loaded terminals in the housing Connection to the display and adjustment module or to the interface adapter is carried out via contact pins in the housing Information The terminal block is pluggable and can be removed from the electronics To do this lift the terminal block with a small screwdriver and pull it out When reinserting the terminal block you should hear it snap in Proceed as follows 1 Unscrew the housing cover 2 Ifa display and adjustmen
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29. After having removed the source of the false signals the false signal suppression must be deleted Carry out a new false signal suppression 8 Measured value re mains reproducible in one position during Stored false signals in this position are larger than the level echo Delete false signal memory Carry out a new false signal suppression emptying Depending on the reason for the fault and the measures taken the steps described in chapter Setup must be carried out again or must be checked for plausibility and completeness Reaction after fault recti fication Should these measures not be successful please call in urgent cases the VEGA service hotline under the phone no 49 1805 858550 The hotline is also available outside normal working hours seven days a week around the clock 24 hour service hotline Since we offer this service worldwide the support is provided in English The service itself is free of charge the only costs involved are the normal call charges 9 5 Exchanging the electronics module If the electronics module is defective it can be replaced by the user 64 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TYOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 Exchanging the cable rod 9 Diagnostics and service In Ex applications only instruments and electronics modules with ap propriate Ex approval may be used If there is no electronics module available on site
30. DM A P 75 5 KW75F On site instruments with thread Klingersil C 4400 is attached 316L 316L or Alloy C22 2 4602 316 1 4401 Steel galvanized PA coated 316 1 4401 Steel galvanized PA coated 316L plastic PBT Polyester Aluminium die casting AlSi10Mg powder coated basis Polyester 316L 316L Borosilicate glass GPC 540 NBR stainless steel housing precision casting silicone aluminium plastic housing stainless steel housing electropolished Polycarbonate with Ex d version glass 316L 316L Borosilicate glass GPC 540 Alloy C22 lt 10 mbar l s See process pressure of the sensor VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 VEGA Ohmic contact Process fittings Pipe thread cylindrical ISO 228 T1 American pipe thread conical ASME B1 20 1 Flanges Weight Instrument weight depending on process fitting Rod 16 mm 0 63 in Cable 4 mm 0 157 in Cable 6 mm 0 236 in PA coated Cable 6 mm 0 236 in Cable 11 mm 0 433 in PA coated Gravity weight for cable 4 mm 0 157 in and cable 6 mm 0 236 in PA coated Gravity weight for cable 6 mm 0 236 in and cable 11 mm 0 433 in PA coated Probe length L from seal surface Rod 16 mm 0 63 in Trimming accuracy rod Cable 4 mm 0 157 in Cable 6 mm 0 236 in PA
31. EGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 37 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module VEGA Current output Setup Current output 2 Setup HART variables 1 Setup HART variables 2 Setup False signal sup pression 38 Current output variable Current output adjustment Current output mode Current EEN Current output nin max Hin current The default setting is min current 3 8 mA and max current 20 5 mA If a supplementary electronics with an additional current output is implemented in the instrument then you can adjust the additional current output separately In menu item Current output 2 you specify which measured value the additional current output refers to The procedure corresponds to the previous settings of the standard current output See Setup Current output Current output 2 variable Current output 2 adjustmn Current output 2 mode Current output 2 nin max Since the HART variables are very extensive the indication was divided into two menu items In the menu HART variables 1 you can have the first HART value PV primary value and the second HART value SV secondary value of the sensor displayed The values cannot be changed in the display and adjustment module To change these values you have to use the adjustment software PACTware HART variables First HART value Pla Lin percent level HART variables 61 HART variables 25 Second HART value 5 Dista
32. Operating Instructions TDR sensor for continuous level measurement of bulk solids VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire Rod and cable probe Ll Document ID 41829 Contents VELA Contents 1 Aboutthis document MEE ocior c 4 Pe eE OU e c c n 4 to ymbob uU o mc P m 4 2 For your safety 2 1 Authorised personnel as asia sessed aatenereadsewecnaadenuteuceas ioco Pauiblatumbddi reca ade MD rau U MPO E UE 5 22 eo ce cM OE OTT 5 2 3 Warning about incorrect USB ssiecisc oec isoe paedt ose e Rae E E bees yeni Petr sn cac aeo bed ape Dente beoe pee Page nnee 5 2 4 General safety instructions ceux coca kem e ex rs tec bx s PR ed a HF RF XE Fa RR Veg VEU PEE PER P renren 5 29 mre SEMI TS TOO Om 5 2 6 NAMUR recommendations utussosasskensPaaba qubitnt Cu pua Prec Quad opt ag ger vCFaEgRd prbaw sexe vsav FUE CER ERE vae A 6 27 Environmental INS duelo M too OD OST 6 3 Product description ali AINE BUC Mm 7 3 2 Principle of OD CF AMON NT MPORREIN 8 3 3 Packaging transport and SIOFBOB esossemeniipaenoernedu romero spart sten esaet nnter ennnen ernen nnmnnn nnee 9 3 4 Accessories and replacement parts cccccceccccssscceceseseceeseesecessseeeessasecessaeeeessaseeensanees 9 4 Mounting Zo General instucloNS sssaaa ome 12 d2 MOUNTING MSru cioNS T aE EE EnA Sae 13 5 Connecting to power supply SEE 0 soRiu Doo i o o aS SETTE 18 D2 eques Eom 19 5
33. P 67 NEMA 4X IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar NEMA 6P IP 68 1 bar NEMA 6P For that reason the associated approval documents of these instruments have to be carefully noted They are part of the delivery or can be downloaded under www vega com VEGA Tools and nstrument search as well as under www vega com downloads and Approvals 11 2 Dimensions The following dimensional drawings represent only an extract of all possible versions Detailed dimensional drawings can be downloaded at www vega com downloads under Drawings 9 IEC 61010 1 1 IEC 61010 1 82 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L Nd 6c8 L 41829 EN 140430 VEGA 11 Supplement Plastic housing M20x1 5 Ve NPT M20x1 5 Ve NPT Fig 55 Housing versions in protection IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm 0 35 in higher 1 Single chamber version 2 Double chamber version Aluminium housing M20x1 5 Ve NPT M20x1 5 Ve NPT Fig 56 Housing versions in protection IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm 0 35 in higher 1 Single chamber version 2 Double chamber version VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 83 11 Supplement VELA Aluminium housing in protection rating IP 66 IP 68 1 bar M20x1 5 Ve NPT
34. Saving the parameter adjustment data We recommend documenting or saving the parameter adjustment data via PACTware That way the data are available for multiple use or service purposes VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 55 8 Set up with other systems 56 VEGA 8 Setup with other systems 8 1 DD adjustment programs Device descriptions as Enhanced Device Description EDD are available for DD adjustment programs such as for example AMS and PDM The files can be downloaded at www vega com downloads under Software 8 2 Field Communicator 375 475 Device descriptions for the instrument are available as EDD for pa rameter adjustment with the Field Communicator 375 or 475 For the integration of the EDD in the Field Communicator 375 or 475 the software Easy Upgrade Utility is required which is available from the manufacturer This software is updated via the Internet and new EDDs are automatically taken over into the device catalogue of this software after they are released by the manufacturer They can then be transferred to a Field Communicator VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 Measured value memory Event memory Echo curve memory 9 Diagnostics and service 9 Diagnostics and service 9 1 Maintenance If the device is used correctly no maintenance is required in normal operation 9 2 Diagnosis memory The instrument has several memories which are av
35. T protocol It is looped into the 4 20 mA HART signal cable You can find further information in the operating instructions VE GADIS 62 Document ID 36469 The PLICSMOBILE T61 is an external GSM GPRS radio unit for transmission of measured values and for remote parameter adjust ment of plics sensors The adjustment is carried out via PACTware DTM by using the integrated USB connection You can find further information in the supplementary instructions PLICSMOBILE T61 Document ID 37700 The protective cover protects the sensor housing against soiling and intense heat from solar radiation You will find additional information in the supplementary instructions manual Protective cover Document ID 34296 Screwed flanges are available in different versions according to the following standards DIN 2501 EN 1092 1 BS 10 ANSI B 16 5 JIS B 2210 1984 GOST 12821 80 You can find additional information in the supplementary instructions manual Flanges according to DIN EN ASME JIS Document ID 31088 The electronics module VEGAFLEX series 80 is a replacement part for TDR sensors of VEGAFLEX series 80 There is a different version available for each type of signal output You can find further information in the operating instructions manual Electronics module VEGAFLEX series 80 The display and adjustment module can be optionally replaced by a display and adjustment module with heating function VEGAFLEX 82 4
36. afety instructions are part of the operating instructions manual and come with the Ex approved instruments Editing status 2014 03 31 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 3 1 About this document P BD me VEGA 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 of the device 1 2 Target group This operating instructions manual is directed to trained specialist personnel The contents of this manual should be made available to these personnel and put into practice by them 1 3 Symbols used Information tip note This symbol indicates helpful additional information Caution If this warning is ignored faults or malfunctions can result Warning If this warning is ignored injury to persons and or serious damage to the instrument can result Danger If this warning is ignored serious injury to persons and or destruction of the instrument can result Ex applications This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications List The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence Action This arrow indicates a single action Sequence of actions Numbers set in front indicate successive steps
37. ailable for diagno sis purposes The data remain even with voltage interruption Up to 100 000 measured values can be stored in the sensor in a ring memory Each entry contains date time as well as the respective measured value Storable values are for example Distance Filling height Percentage value Lin percent Scaled Current value Meas reliability Electronics temperature When the instrument is shipped the measured value memory is active and stores distance measurement certainty and electronics temperature every 3 minutes In Extended adjustment you can select the respective measured values The requested values and recording conditions are set via a PC with PACTware DTM or the control system with EDD Data are thus read out and also reset Up to 500 events are automatically stored with a time stamp in the sensor non deletable Each entry contains date time event type event description and value Event types are for example e Modification of a parameter e Switch on and switch off times e Status messages according to NE 107 e Error messages according to NE 107 The data are read out via a PC with PACTware DTM or the control system with EDD The echo curves are stored with date and time and the corresponding echo data The memory is divided into two sections Echo curve of the setup This is used as reference echo curve for the measurement conditions during setup Changes in the measure ment conditi
38. an see which type of medium your instrument is suitable for If this function is inactive the medium type your instrument is suit able for was already preset Information In special cases you can change the type of medium This setting can be changed under Extended adjustment VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 53 7 Setup with PACTware Step 3 Adjustment Step 4 Linearization Step 5 Setting Output signal Step 6 Sensor optimization 54 VEGA Application In this field you can select the application you want to use your instru ment for You have the following selection options e Level in the metallic vessel e Level in the non metallic vessel e Demonstration mode Level measurement If you select Level you can select the proper ties of the medium in another field Demonstration mode This mode is only suitable for test and demon stration purposes In this mode the sensor ignores all parameters and reacts immediately to all measured value changes within the measuring range Application Level measurement The level measurement refers to the product surface e With bulk solids Dusts wood chips dielectric constant 1 5 Granules dusts powders dielectric constant 1 5 3 Cereals flour dielectric constant gt 3 Adjustment for the level measurement If you have selected level measurement in the previous menu then you can enter the values for the min and max adjustment The
39. and adjustment elements 1 LC display 2 Adjustment keys e OK key Move to the menu overview VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 29 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module VEGA Adjustment system Switch on phase Measured value indica tion Quick setup 30 Confirm selected menu Edit parameter Save value e gt key Presentation change measured value Select list entry Select editing position e key Change value of the parameter e ESC key Interrupt input Jump to next higher menu The sensor is adjusted via the four keys of the display and adjust ment module The LC display indicates the individual menu items The functions of the individual keys are shown in the above illustration Approx 10 minutes after the last pressing of a key an automatic reset to measured value indication is triggered Any values not confirmed with OK will not be saved After switching on the VEGAFLEX 82 carries out a short self test where the device software is checked The output signal transmits a fault signal during the switch on phase The following information is displayed on the display and adjustment module during the startup procedure e Instrument type e Device name e Software version SW Ver e Hardware version HW Ver With the gt key you can move between three different indication modes In the first view the selected measured value is disp
40. and the instrument serial number In this menu item the hardware and software version of the sensor is displayed Software Version 1 0 0 Hardware Version 1 0 0 In this menu item the date of factory calibration of the sensor as well as the date of the last change of sensor parameters are displayed via the display and adjustment module or via the PC Factory calibration date 3 Aug 2012 Last change Nav Z 112 In this menu item the features of the sensor such as approval pro cess fitting seal measuring range electronics housing and others are displayed Sensor characteristics Display now 6 5 Saving the parameter adjustment data We recommended noting the adjusted data e g in this operating instructions manual and archiving them afterwards They are thus available for multiple use or service purposes VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TvOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module If the instrument is equipped with a display and adjustment module the data in the sensor can be saved in the display and adjustment module The procedure is described in the operating instructions manual Display and adjustment module in the menu item Copy sensor data The data remain there permanently even if the sensor power supply fails The following data or settings for adjustment of the display and ad justment module are saved e All data of the menu
41. art the assistant driven adjust ment for a simplified and reliable setup Device name Here you can find the instrument name You cannot change this line because the instrument name is unmodifiably saved in the instrument Serial number Here you can find the serial number of your instrument You cannot change this line because the serial number is unmodifiably saved in the instrument Measurement loop name Here you can enter a suitable measurement loop name for your VE GAFLEX 82 You can enter a name with max 19 characters You can use capital and small letters as well as numbers The following special characters are also possible lt gt Probe length modified If you have modified the probe length this must be entered in the selection field e lf you select No then the instrument uses automatically the preset length of the default setting e f you select Yes then you can enter in another field the modified length of the instrument Probe length L from seal surface If you have modified the length of the probe you can enter in this field the modified probe length Keep the selected unit in mind Determine probe length automatically If you do not know the probe length you can have the length of the probe determined automatically The requirement for this is a probe unrestricted and not covered by the medium Click to Carry out now to start the automatic length determination Type of medium Here you c
42. ayed value 2 Displayed value 2 Scaled level Electronics temperature T eee Dielectric constant Current The default setting for the displayed value 2 is the electronics tem perature The optionally integrated background lighting can be adjusted via the adjustment menu The function depends on the height of the supply voltage see Technical data Backlight Switched off Switch on The lighting is switched off in delivery status In this menu item the device status is displayed Device status Device status Peak values Distance OK Peak indicator reliab Feak values further Echo curuae The respective min and max measured value is saved in the sen sor The two values are displayed in the menu item Peak values distance Diagnostics Device status Peak values Distance Peak indicator reliab Peak values further Echo CUJE In another window you can reset the peak value Reset peak indicator Distance to the level The respective min and max measured values are saved in the sensor The two values are displayed in the menu item Peak values measurement certainty The measurement can be influenced by the process conditions In this menu item the measurement certainty of the level measurement is displayed as percentage value The higher the value the more reli able the measurement Values gt 90 indicate reliable measurement Diagnostics Meas reliability level Device status Hin 100
43. chamber housing supplementary electronics additional current output 1 First current output I Voltage supply and signal output HART 2 Second current output II Voltage supply and signal output without HART 3 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen The radio module PLICSMOBILE is an external GSM GPRS radio unit for transmission of measured values and for remote parameter adjustment VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 5 Connecting to power supply Fig 23 Radio module PLICSMOBILE integrated in the connection compart ment 1 Voltage supply You can find detailed information on connection in the supplementary instructions PLICSMOBILE GSM GPRS radio module 5 9 Switch on phase After connecting the instrument to power supply or after a voltage recurrence the instrument carries out a self check for approx 30 s e Internal check of the electronics e Indication of the instrument type hardware and software version measurement loop name on the display or PC e Indication of the status message F 105 Determine measured value on the display or PC e The output signal jumps to the set fault current As soon as a plausible measured value is found the corresponding current is outputted to the signal cable The value corresponds to the actual level as well as the settings already carried out e g factory setting VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 27 6 Set
44. clock of the sensor is adjusted Additional adjustments Reset Copy instr settings Probe tupe Date Tine 16 34 29 Nov 2012 Change now With a reset certain parameter adjustments carried out by the user are reset Additional adjustments PIH Date Tine Copy instr settings Probe Tupe The following reset functions are available Delivery status Restoring the parameter settings at the time of ship ment from the factory incl the order specific settings A created false signal suppression user programmable linearization curve as well as the measured value memory will be deleted Basic settings Resetting the parameter settings incl special param eters to the default values of the respective instrument Any stored false signal suppression user programmable linearization curve as well as the measured value memory is deleted The following table shows the default values of the instrument De pending on the instrument version or application all menu items may not be available or some may be differently assigned Setup Menu item Default value Modified value Block adjustment Released Measurement loop name Sensor Units Distance unit mm Temperature unit C Probe length Length of the probe Ex factory Type of medium Bulk solid Application Level in the metallic vessel Medium dielectric constant Granules powder cement 1 5 2 233 Superimpos
45. coated Cable 6 mm 0 236 in Cable 11 mm 0 433 in PA coated Trimming accuracy cable Lateral load with rod 16 mm 0 63 in Max tensile load Cable 4 mm 0 157 in Cable 6 mm 0 236 in PA coated Cable 6 mm 0 236 in Cable 11 mm 0 433 in PA coated 11 Supplement Between ground terminal process fitting and probe Q34 G1 G1 according to DIN 3852 A 34 NPT 1 NPT 1 NPT e g DIN from DN 25 ANSI from 1 approx 0 8 8 kg 0 176 17 64 Ibs approx 1580 g m 17 oz ft approx 78 g m 0 84 oz ft approx 180 g m 1 9 oz ft approx 80 g m 0 86 oz ft approx 320 g m 3 44 oz ft 325 g 11 46 oz 780 g 27 51 oz up to 6 m 19 69 ft 1 mm 0 05 of the rod length up to 75 m 246 1 ft up to 65 m 213 3 ft up to 75 m 246 1 ft up to 65 m 213 3 ft 2 mm 0 05 of the cable length 30 Nm 22 13 Ibf ft 12 KN 2698 Ibf 8 KN 1798 Ibf 30 KN 6744 Ibf 30 KN 6744 Ibf The tensile force of solids are subject of a normal fluctuation range For this reason the determined diagram value of the following diagrams must be multiplied with safety factor 2 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 71 11 Supplement VELA EP ECC m a 27 5 10 15 20 2 Fig 44 Max tensile load with cereals and plastic granules Cable 4 mm 0 157 in
46. compare the echo curve of the setup with the actual echo curve Echo curve memory Echo curve memory Save Echo curve memory echo curve of the setup The function Echo curve memory enables storing echo curves of the measurement Under the sub menu item Echo curve memory you can store the Current echo curve Parameter settings for recording the echo curve and the settings of the echo curve itself can be carried out in the adjustment software PAC Tware With the adjustment software PACTware and the PC the high reso lution echo curve can be displayed and used later on to assess the quality of the measurement Diagnostics Echo curve memory Echo curve memory Echo curvae Simulation Store actual Echo curve memory Echo curve menory echo curve Device status Additional settings PIN Entering a 4 digit PIN protects the sensor data against unauthorized access and unintentional modification In this menu item the PIN is displayed or edited and changed However this menu item is only available if adjustment is enabled in the menu Lock Release setup adjustment Additional adjustments DateTime Actual PIN Reset Copy instr settings Probe Tupe Change VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 43 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module Additional adjustments Date Time Additional adjustments Reset In delivery status the PIN is 0000 VEGA In this menu item the internal
47. d temperature range plastic housing and stainless steel housing electropolished AC Nc Fig 53 Ambient temperature process temperature standard version Cable version with 6 mm 0 236 in 1 Ambient temperature 2 Process temperature depending on the seal material VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 79 11 Supplement VELA 170 C 200 C 338 F 392 F Fig 54 Ambient temperature process temperature version with temperature adapter Cable version with 6 mm 0 236 in Ambient temperature Process temperature depending on the seal material Maximum permissible temperature standard Limited temperature range plastic housing and stainless steel housing electropolished AC Nu Vibration resistance Instrument housing 4 gat 5 200 Hz according to EN 60068 2 6 vibration with resonance Rod probe 1 g with 5 200 Hz according EN 60068 2 6 vibration at resonance with rod length 50 cm 19 69 in Shock resistance Instrument housing 100 g 6 ms according to EN 60068 2 27 mechanical shock Rod probe 25 g 6 ms according to EN 60068 2 27 mechanical shock with rod length 50 cm 19 69 in Electromechanical data version IP 66 IP 67 and IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar Cable gland M20 x 1 5 or NPT Wire cross section spring loaded terminals Massive wire cord 0 2 2 5 mm AWG 24 14 Stranded wire with end sleeve 0 2 1 5 mm AWG 24 16 Electromechanical data v
48. e Pour plus d informations on pourra se r f rer au site www vega com VEGA lineas de productos est n protegidas por los derechos en el campo de la propiedad indus trial Para mayor informaci n revise la pagina web www vega com Jinnnn npoaykuua cbupMb BETA 3aujuujarorcs no BceMy MUpy npaBaMM Ha MHTeTITIeKTyaJIbHyIO COOCTBeEHHOCTb lanbHenuiryio wuHdcpopMauuro cvorpure Ha calire WWW Vega com VEGA G Te amp EK 28 AIR P MRE 3t 254s Biss Th lt www vega com gt 11 4 Trademark All the brands as well as trade and company names used are property of their lawful proprietor Originator VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 89 INDEX INDEX A Adjustment Max adjustment 34 Min adjustment 34 Adjustment system 30 Application 33 34 Application area 8 B Backlight 41 Block adjustment 39 C Check output signal 62 Connecting Electrically 19 Mechanically 12 To the PC 50 Connection Cable 18 Steps 19 Technology 19 Copy sensor settings 47 Current output 2 38 Current output adjustment 37 Current output Min Max 37 Current output mode 37 Current output size 37 Curve indication Echo curve 42 D Damping 35 Date of manufacture 48 Date Time 44 Default values 44 Deviation 62 E Echo curve memory 57 Echo curve of the setup 43 EDD Enhanced Device Description 56 Electronics and terminal compartment single chamber housing 21 Electronics compartment double chamber
49. e memory Started Device memory Measured value memory Measured values Distance level percentage value level reliability level electronics temperature recording when memory is full Device memory Measured value memory Re 3 min cording in time interval Device memory Measured value memory Re 15 cording with measured value difference Device memory Measured value memory Start Not active with measured value Device memory Measured value memory Stop Not active with measured value Device memory Measured value memory Stop Not active Additional adjustments Menu item Default value Modified value PIN 0000 Date Actual date Time Actual time Time Format 24 hours Probe type Device specific 46 VEGAFLEX 82 e 4 20 MA HART two wire O TvOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 VEGA Additional adjustments Copy instrument settings Additional adjustments Probe type Additional adjustments Special parameters Additional adjustments HART mode VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module The instrument settings are copied with this function The following functions are available e Read from sensor Read data from sensor and store into the display and adjustment module e Write into sensor Store data from the display and adjustment module back to the sensor
50. e probes without metal vessel wall e g in plastic vessels the measured value can be influenced by strong electromagnetic fields emitted interference according to EN 61326 class A Use a probe in coax version for applications in liquids VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 13 4 Mounting Socket 14 Fig 3 Installation in non metallic vessel 1 Flange 2 Metal sheet Concrete vessel When installed in thick concrete ceilings VEGAFLEX 82 should be mounted front flush to the lower edge In concrete silos the distance to the wall should be at least 500 mm 20 in Fig 4 Installation in concrete silo If possible avoid sockets Mount the sensor flush with the vessel top If this is not possible use short sockets with small diameter VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TvOY L Nd 6c8 L 41829 EN 140430 Welding work Inflowing medium 4 Mounting Higher sockets or sockets with a bigger diameter can generally be used They can however increase the upper blocking distance dead band Check if this is relevant for your measurement In such cases always carry out a false signal suppression after instal lation You can find further information under Setup procedure DNAO DN150 gt DN150 DN200 Fig 5 Mounting socket When welding the socket make sure that the socket is flush with the vessel top Fig 6 Socket must be installed flush 1 Unfavourable installation 2 S
51. e supplementary instructions of the rod extension In case of difficult installation conditions for example in a socket the probe can be adapted respectively with a rod extension Let the probe length determine automatically by the instrument to compensate the resulting running time changes You can find further information in the supplementary instructions of the rod extension VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 17 5 Connecting to power supply Safety instructions Voltage supply Connection to signal con ditioning instruments Connection cable Cable gland NPT Cable screening and grounding 18 VEGA 5 Connecting to power supply 5 1 Preparing the connection Always keep in mind the following safety instructions e Connect only in the complete absence of line voltage e lf overvoltage surges are expected overvoltage arresters should be installed Power supply and current signal are carried on the same two wire cable The operating voltage can differ depending on the instrument version The data for power supply are specified in chapter Technical data Provide a reliable separation between the supply circuit and the mains circuits according to DIN EN 61140 VDE 0140 1 Keep in mind the following additional factors that influence the operat ing voltage e Lower output voltage of the power supply unit under nominal load e g with a sensor current of 20 5 mA or 22 mA in case of fault e Influence
52. eck the 4 20 mA Connect a multimeter in the suitable measuring range according to signal the wiring plan The following table describes possible errors in the current signal and helps to remove them Error Cause Rectification 4 20 mA signal Fluctuations of Set damping according to the not stable the measured instrument via the display and variable adjustment module or PACTware DTM 4 20 mA signal Electrical con Check connection according to missing nection faulty chapter Connection steps and if necessary correct according to chapter Wiring plan Voltage supply Check cables for breaks repair if missing necessary Operating volt Check adapt if necessary age too low or load resistance too high Current sig Electronics Exchange the instrument or send it nal greater than module in the in for repair 22 mA or less sensor defec than 3 6 mA tive Treatment of measure The below tables show typical examples for application relevant ment errors measurement errors There are two measurement errors e Constant level 62 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TOY L N3 6c8Lv 41829 EN 140430 e Filling e Emptying 9 Diagnostics and service The images in column Error pattern show the real level with a bro ken line and the level displayed by the sensor as a continuous line Fig 33 The broken line 1 shows the real level the continuous line 2 shows the level displayed by the sensor
53. ed gas phase Yes Dielectric constant upper medium TS 1 5 Tube inner diameter 200 mm 44 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 MA HART two wire O TOY L N3 6c8Lv 41829 EN 140430 VEGA 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module Menu item Default value Modified value Max adjustment Level 100 Max adjustment Level Distance 0 000 m d note block ing distances Min adjustment Level 0 Min adjustment Level Distance Probe length take dead band into account Accept adjustment of the level measurement Max adjustment Interface Yes 100 Max adjustment Interface Distance 0 000 m d note block ing distances Min adjustment Interface 0 Min adjustment Interface Distance Probe length take dead band into account Integration time Level 0 0s Integration time Interface 0 0s Linearization type Linear Linearization Socket correction 0 mm Linearization Vessel height Probe length Scaling size Level Volume in Scaling unit Level Litres Scaling format Level Without decimal positions Scaling level 100 correspond to 100 Scaling level 0 correspond to 0 Accept scaling of the level measurement Yes Scaling variable Interface Volume Scaling unit Interface Litres Scaling format Interface Without decimal positions Scaling interface 100 corr
54. ed with a sufficient current limitation resistance In VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TOT L Nd 6c8 L 41829 EN 140430 Prerequisites Standard Full version 7 Setup with PACTware such cases the interface converter can be connected parallel to the 4 20 mA cable dashed line in the previous illustration 7 2 Parameter adjustment with PACTware For parameter adjustment of the sensor via a Windows PC the con figuration software PAC Tware and a suitable instrument driver DTM according to FDT standard are required The up to date PAC Tware version as well as all available DTMs are compiled in a DTM Collec tion The DTMs can also be integrated into other frame applications according to FDT standard Note To ensure that all instrument functions are supported you should always use the latest DTM Collection Furthermore not all described functions are included in older firmware versions You can download the latest instrument software from our homepage A description of the update procedure is also available in the Internet Further setup steps are described in the operating instructions manu al DTM Collection PAC Tware attached to each DTM Collection and which can also be downloaded from the Internet Detailed descrip tions are available in the online help of PACTware and the DT Ms Sensor Online Parametrierung 1 bx i Device name Description Measurement loop name Sensor VEGAFLEX 81 TDR sensor f
55. ensor module Pin 1 Brown 5 Pin 2 White 6 Pin 3 Blue 7 Pin 4 Black 8 24 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 VEGA Electronics compartment Assignment of the plug connector 5 Connecting to power supply 5 6 Double chamber housing with DIS ADAPT OT SURE st Fig 19 View to the electronics compartment with DISADAPT for connection of the external display and adjustment unit 1 DIS ADAPT 2 Internal plug connection 3 Plug connector M12 x 1 Fig 20 View to the plug connector M12 x 1 1 Pini 2 Pin2 3 Pin3 4 Pin4 Contact pin Colour connection ca Terminal electronics ble in the sensor module Pin 1 Brown 5 Pin 2 White 6 Pin 3 Blue 7 Pin 4 Black 8 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 25 5 Connecting to power supply Wire assignment con nection cable Supplementary electron ics Additional current output Supplementary elec tronics Radio module PLICSMOBILE 26 VEGA 5 7 Wiring plan version IP 66 IP 68 1 bar Fig 21 Wire assignment in permanently connected connection cable 1 brown and blue to power supply or to the processing system 2 Shielding 5 8 Supplementary electronics You can use the supplementary electronics additional current output to provided a second measured value Both current outputs are passive and need a power supply Fig 22 Connection compartment double
56. ent in Applying tightening force can damage internal parts of the housing Protection against mois Protect your instrument against moisture penetration through the fol ture lowing measures e Use the recommended cable see chapter Connecting to power supply e Tighten the cable gland e Turn the housing in such a way that the cable gland points down ward e Loop the connection cable downward in front of the cable gland This applies particularly to e Outdoor mounting e Installations in areas where high humidity is expected e g through cleaning processes e Installations on cooled or heated vessels Protective caps In the case of instrument housings with self sealing NPT threads it is not possible to have the cable entries screwed in at the factory The openings for the cable glands are therefore covered with red protec tive caps as transport protection Prior to setup you have to replace these protective caps with ap proved cable glands or close the openings with suitable blind plugs The suitable cable glands and blind plugs come with the instrument Suitability for the process Make sure that all parts of the instrument exposed to the process are conditions suitable for the existing process conditions These are mainly e Active measuring component e Process fitting e Process seal Process conditions are particularly e Process pressure e Process temperature e Chemical properties of the medium e Abrasion a
57. ent output By activating the suitable curve the percentage vessel volume is displayed correctly Linearization False signal suppression ri Linear Y gibst 6 4 Parameter adjustment Extended adjustment For technically demanding measuring points you can carry out extended settings in Extended adjustment Quick setup Extended adjustment The main menu is divided into five sections with the following func tions Display Diagnostics Additional adjustments Info Setup Settings e g measurement loop name medium vessel adjustment signal output device unit false signal suppression linearization curve Display Settings e g for language measured value display lighting Diagnosis Information e g on instrument status pointer measure ment reliability simulation echo curve Additional adjustments Reset date time reset copy function Info Instrument name hardware and software version date of manu facture instrument features Note For optimum adjustment of the measuring point the individual sub menu items in the main menu item Setup should be selected one after the other and provided with the correct parameters If possible go through the items in the given sequence The procedure is described below The following submenu points are available Setup Setup Measurenent loop name Damping Hin adjustment level Linearization Damping Probe length Scaling level Linearization Applicatio
58. ersion IP 66 IP 68 1 bar Connection cable Configuration four wires one suspension cable braiding metal foil cover Wire cross section 0 5 mm AWG 20 Wire resistance lt 0 036 Q m Tensile strength 1200 N 270 Ibf Standard length 5 m 16 4 ft Max length 180 m 590 6 ft 80 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 VEGA Min bending radius Diameter approx Colour Non Ex version Colour Ex version Display and adjustment module Display element Measured value indication Number of digits Size of digits Adjustment elements Protection rating unassembled mounted into the housing without cover Materials Housing Inspection window Integrated clock Date format Time format Time zone Ex factory Rate deviation max Measurement electronics temerature Resolution Accuracy Permissible temperature range Voltage supply Operating voltage Non Ex instrument Ex d instrument Ex ia instrument Ex d ia instrument 11 Supplement 25 mm 0 984 in with 25 C 77 F 8 mm 0 315 in Black Blue Display with backlight 5 WxH 7x13 mm 4 keys IP 20 IP 40 ABS Polyester foil Day Month Year 12 h 24 h CET 10 5 min year 1 C 1 8 F 1 C 1 8 F 40 85 C 40 185 F Operating voltage with illuminated display and adjustment module Non Ex ins
59. erted into the sensor or the external display and adjustment unit and removed at any time You can find further information in the operating instructions Display and adjustment module PLICSCOM Document ID 27835 The interface adapter VEGACONNECT enables the connection of communication capable instruments to the USB interface of a PC For parameter adjustment of these instruments the adjustment software PACTware with VEGA DTM is required VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 9 3 Product description VEGADIS 81 DIS ADAPT VEGADIS 62 PLICSMOBILE T61 Protective cap Flanges Electronics module Display and adjustment module with heating 10 VEGA You can find further information in the operating instructions nterface adapter VEGACONNECT Document ID 32628 The VEGADIS 81 is an external display and adjustment unit for VEGA plics sensors For sensors with double chamber housing the interface adapter D S ADAPT is also required for VEGADIS 81 You can find further information in the operating instructions VE GADIS 81 Document ID 43814 The adapter DIS ADAPT is an accessory part for sensors with double chamber housings It enables the connection of VEGADIS 81 to the sensor housing via an M12 x 1 plug You can find further information in the supplementary instructions Adapter DISADAPT Document ID 45250 VEGADIS 62 is suitable for measured value indication and adjustment of sensors with HAR
60. espond to 100 Scaling interface 0 correspond to 0 Current output output variable First HART variable PV Lin percent Level Current output Output characteristics 0 100 correspond to 4 20 MA Current output Reaction in case of failure lt 3 6 mA Current output Min 3 8 mA Current output Max 20 5 mA Current output 2 Output variable Second HART variable SV Distance Level Current output 2 Output characteristics 0 100 correspond to 4 20 MA VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 45 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module VEGA Menu item Default value Modified value Current output 2 Reaction in case of failure 3 6 mA Current output Min 3 8 mA Current output Max 20 5 mA Third HART variable TV Measurement certainty level Fourth HART variable QV Electronics temperature Display Menu item Default value Modified value Language Order specific Displayed value 1 Filling height Level Displayed value 2 Electronics temperature Backlight Switched off Diagnostics Menu item Default value Modified value Status signals Function control Switched on Status signals Out of specification Status signals Maintenance Switched off Switched off Device memory Echo curve memory Stopped Device memory Measured valu
61. essage is inactive by default It can be activated by the user via PACTware DTM or EDD Out of specification The measured value is unstable because the instrument specification is exceeded e g electronics temperature This status message is inactive by default It can be activated by the user via PACTware DTM or EDD Maintenance Due to external influences the instrument function is limited The measurement is affected but the measured value is VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TYOY L N3 6c8Lv 41829 EN 140430 Failure 9 Diagnostics and service still valid Plan in maintenance for the instrument because a failure is expected in the near future e g due to buildup This status message is inactive by default It can be activated by the user via PACTware DTM or EDD The following table shows the error codes in the status message Failure and gives information on the reason and rectification Keep in mind that some information is only valid with four wire instruments Code Text mes sage Cause Rectification F013 no measured value avail able Sensor does not detect an echo during operation Process component or probe contaminated or defective Check or correct installation and or parameter adjust ment Clean or exchange process component or probe F017 Adjustment F025 Error in the linearization table span too small Adjustment not within speci
62. fication Index markers are not con tinuously rising for example illogical value pairs Change adjustment accord ing to the limit values dif ference between min and max z 10 mm Check values of the lineari zation table Delete create a new lineari zation table F036 No operable software Failed or interrupted soft ware update Repeat software update Check electronics version Exchanging the electronics Send instrument for repair F040 Error in the electronics Hardware defect Exchanging the electronics Send instrument for repair F041 Probe loss Cable probe broken or rod probe defective Check probe and exchange if necessary F080 General soft ware error General software error Disconnect operating volt age briefly F105 Measured value is deter mined The instrument is still in the start phase the measured value could not yet be determined Wait for the end of the switch on phase Duration depending on the version and parameter adjustment max 5 min F113 Communica tion error EMC interference Transmission error with the external communication with 4 wire power supply unit Remove EMC influences Exchange 4 wire power supply unit or electronics VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 59 9 Diagnostics and service VELA
63. h three pins torque 20 Nm 14 75 Ibf in Cable 4 7 Nm 5 16 Ibf ft Cable 6 cable 8 20 Nm 14 75 Ibf ft 8 Enter new probe length and then carry out a fresh adjustment see Setup procedure Carrying out min adjustment Carrying out max adjustment E DA N E WK LOISS PERS E j A i SUN ECR J AARAA EEN HF Fig 43 Shortening the cable probe Gravity weight cable e 4 mm Gravity weight cable e 6 mm Threaded pins Thread M12 for eye bolt Threaded pins oh OD 9 7 Software update The following components are required to update the instrument software e Instrument Voltage supply Interface adapter VEGACONNECT PC with PACTware Current instrument software as file You can find the current instrument software as well as detailed information on the procedure under www vega com downloads and Software Caution Instruments with approvals can be bound to certain software versions Therefore make sure that the approval is still effective after a software update is carried out You can find detailed information at www vega com downloads and Approvals VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 67 9 Diagnostics and service 68 VEGA 9 8 How to proceed if a repair is needed You can find a repair form as well as detailed information on how to proceed at www vega com downloads and Forms and certificates By doing
64. he height of the socket above the upper edge of the vessel If the socket is lower than the up per edge of the vessel this value can also be negative VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 35 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module VEGA Setup Scaling Level Setup Scaling Level 1 36 Fig 27 Vessel height und socket correction value D Vessel height h Positive socket correction value h Negative socket correction value Socket correction h Linearization Pio0000 Heriz cvinder f Wessel height D 5000 mm 10000 Socket correction h nn Since scaling is very extensive scaling of the level value was divided into two menu items Sealing lewel 15 Scaling level 2 In menu item Level 1 you define the scaling variable and the scaling unit for the level value on the display e g volume in I Scaling variable Molume v E vi VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TvOY L N3 6c8Lv 41829 EN 140430 VEGA Setup Scaling Level 2 Setup Current output Size Setup Current output adjustment Setup Current output mode Setup Current output Min Max 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module Since scaling is very extensive scaling of the level value was divided into two menu items Scaling level Sealing lewel 13 Scaling level 2 In menu item Level 2 you define the scaling format on the display and the scaling
65. heck parameter Medium and Vessel height adapt if necessary VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 63 9 Diagnostics and service VEGA Fault description Error pattern Cause Rectification 4 Measured value re mains momentarily unchanged during fill ing and then jumps to the correct level Turbulence on the product surface quick filling Check parameters change if necessary e g in dosing ves sel reactor 5 Measured value zl jumps sporadically to 100 during filling l 6 Measured value jumps to 100 or O m distance Changing condensation or contamination on the probe Level echo is no longer detected in the close range due to false signals in the close range The sensor goes into overfill protection mode The max level 0 m distance as well as the status message Overfill protection are output ted Carry out a false signal sup pression Eliminate false signals in the close range Check installation conditions If possible switch off the func tion Overfill protection Measurement error during emptying Fault description Error pattern Cause Rectification 7 Measured value re mains unchanged in the close range during emptying False echo larger than the level echo Level echo too small Eliminate false signals in the close range Remove contamination on the probe
66. in a procedure Battery disposal This symbol indicates special information about the disposal of bat teries and accumulators VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L Nd 6c8 L 41829 EN 140430 2 For your safety 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 VEGAFLEX 82 is a sensor for continuous level measurement You can find detailed information about the area of application in chapter Product description Operational reliability is ensured only if the instrument is properly used according to the specifications in the operating instructions manual as well as possible supplementary instructions 2 3 Warning about incorrect use Inappropriate or incorrect use of the instrument can give rise to application specific hazards e g vessel overfill or damage to system components through incorrect mounting or adjustment 2 4 General safety instructions This is a state of the art instrument complying with all prevailing regulations and guidelines The instrument must only be operated in a technically flawless and reliable condition The operator is responsible for the trouble free operation of the instrument During the entire duration of use the
67. instruments must be ensured by suitable measures 2 6 NAMUR recommendations NAMUR is the automation technology user association in the process industry in Germany The published NAMUR recommendations are accepted as the standard in field instrumentation The device fulfills the requirements of the following NAMUR recom mendations e NE21 Electromagnetic compatibility of equipment e NE 43 Signal level for malfunction information from measuring transducers e NE 53 Compatibility of field devices and display adjustment components e NE 107 Self monitoring and diagnosis of field devices For further information see www namur de 2 Environmental instructions Protection of the environment is one of our most important duties That is why we have introduced an environment management system with the goal of continuously improving company environmental pro tection The environment management system is certified according to DIN EN ISO 14001 Please help us fulfill this obligation by observing the environmental instructions in this manual e Chapter Packaging transport and storage e Chapter Disposal VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 VEGA 3 Product description 3 Product description 3 1 Configuration Type label The type label contains the most important data for identification and use of the instrument VEGAFLEX FX8LACAT AAHXKMXX T V 12 ATEX 098532 X 116 1 26 26 E
68. large value is entered the existing level will be saved as a false echo The filling level would then no longer be detectable in this area If a false signal suppression has already been created in the sensor the following menu window appears when selecting False signal suppression False signal suppression Create new Delete The instrument carries out an automatic false signal suppression as soon as the probe is uncovered The false signal suppression is always updated The menu item Delete is used to completely delete an already cre ated false signal suppression This is useful if the saved false signal suppression no longer matches the metrological conditions in the vessel In the menu item Lock unlock adjustment you can protect the sensor parameters against unauthorized modification The PIN is activated deactivated permanently The following adjustment functions are possible without entering the PIN e Select menu items and show data VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 39 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module VELA Display Display Menu language Display Displayed value 1 Display Displayed value 2 40 e Read data from the sensor into the display and adjustment mod ule Released Lock Caution With active PIN adjustment via PACTware DTM as well as other systems is also blocked You can change the PIN number under Additional adjustments PIN In the main
69. layed in large digits In the second view the selected measured value and a correspond ing bar graph presentation are displayed In the third view the selected measured value as well as a second selectable value e g the temperature are displayed 1666 1666 Sensor Sensor 6 3 Parameter adjustment Quick setup To quickly and easily adapt the sensor to the application select the menu item Quick setup in the start graphic on the display and adjustment module VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TvOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 General information Level measurement Linearization 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module Juick setup Extended adjustment You can find Extended adjustment in the next sub chapter Measurement loop name In the first menu item you can assign a suitable measurement loop name You can enter a name with max 19 characters Type of medium In the next menu item you can see which type of medium the instru ment is suitable for If your instrument is only suitable for a certain medium this menu item is not visible Application In this menu item you can select the application You can choose between level measurement and interface measurement You can also choose between measurement in a vessel or in a bypass or standpipe Measurenent loop name Application Type of medium Leveluesse fF THHK H4 Liquid had Medium dielectric constant In this menu item
70. n Current output Scaling lewel 1 Adjustment level HART Variables Scaling level 2 The submenu points described below Here you can assign a suitable measurement loop name Push the OK key to start the processing With the key you change the sign and with the gt key you jump to the next position VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TvOY L N3 6c8Lv 41829 EN 140430 Setup Units Setup Probe length Setup Type of medium Setup Application 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module You can enter names with max 19 characters The character set comprises e Capital letters from A Z e Numbers from O0 9 e Special characters _ blanks Measurenent loop name TAHE B4 In this menu item you select the distance unit and the temperature unit Distance unit Temperature unit With the distance units you can choose between m mm and ft and with the temperature units betwenn C F and K In this menu item you can enter the probe length or have the length determined automatically by the sensor system When choosing Yes then the probe length will be determined automatically When choosing No you can enter the probe length manually Probe length deternine automatically Ho In this menu item you can select which type of medium you want to measure You can choose between liquid or bulk solid Type af medium Type of medium z Fal iguid Solid had Solid In
71. nce level In the menu HART variables 2 you can have the third HART value TV third value and the fourth HART value QV quarter value of the sensor displayed The values cannot be changed in the display and adjustment module To change these values you have to use the adjustment software PAC Tware HART variables Third HART value TU Meas reliability level HART variables 13 HART variables C23 Fourth HART value cat Electronics temperature The following circumstances cause interfering reflections and can influence the measurement e High sockets VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 Lock release setup Ad justment 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module e Vessel installations such as struts e Deflectors etc Note A false signal suppression is only recommended with liquid applica tions A false signal suppression detects marks and saves these false sig nals so that they are no longer taken into account for level measure ment This should be done with the lowest possible level so that all potential interfering reflections can be detected Proceed as follows False signal suppression False signal suppression Enter the actual distance from the sensor to the product surface All interfering signals in this section are detected by the sensor and stored Note Check the distance to the product surface because if an incorrect too
72. nd Instrument search Enter the serial number Alternatively you can access the data via your smartphone e Download the smartphone app VEGA Tools from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 7 3 Product description Scope of this operating instructions manual Versions Scope of delivery Application area Functional principle level measurement VEGA e Scan the Data Matrix code on the type label of the instrument or e Enter the serial number manually in the app This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument versions e Hardware from 1 0 0 e Software from 1 0 0 e Only for instrument versions without SIL qualification The instrument and the electronics version can be determined via the product code on the type label as well as on the electronics e Standard electronics Type FX80H The scope of delivery encompasses e Sensor e Documentation this operating instructions manual Test certificate measuring accuracy optional Operating instructions manual Display and adjustment mod ule optional Supplementary instructions GSM GPHS radio module optional Supplementary instructions manual Heating for display and adjustment module optional Supplementary instructions manual Plug connector for con tinuously measuring sensors optional Exspecific Safety instructions with Ex versio
73. nd mechanical influences You can find the specifications of the process conditions in chapter Technical data as well as on the type label 12 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOrl NA 6c8LV 41829 EN 140430 VEGA Installation position Type of vessel 4 Mounting 4 2 Mounting instructions Mount VEGAFLEX 82 in such a way that the distance to vessel instal lations or to the vessel wall is at least 300 mm 12 in In non metallic vessels the distance to the vessel wall should be at least 500 mm 19 7 in During operation the probe must not touch any installations or the vessel wall If necessary fasten the probe end In vessels with conical bottom it can be advantageous to mount the sensor in the center of the vessel as measurement is then possible nearly down to the lowest point of the bottom Keep in mind that measurement all the way down to the tip of the probe may not be pos sible The exact value of the min distance lower dead band is stated in chapter Technical data Fig 2 Vessel with conical bottom Plastic vessel Glass vessel The guided microwave principle requires a metallic surface on the process fitting Therefore in plastic vessels etc use an instru ment version with flange from DN 50 or place a metal sheet gt 200 mm 8 in beneath the process fitting when screwing it in Make sure that the plate has direct contact with the process fitting When installing rod or cabl
74. ns if necessary further certificates 3 2 Principle of operation The VEGAFLEX 82 is a level sensor with cable or rod probe for con tinuous level measurement suitable for applications in bulk solids High frequency microwave pulses are guided along a steel cable or a rod Upon reaching the product surface the microwave pulses are reflected The running time is evaluated by the instrument and output ted as level Probe end tracking To increase sensitivity the probe is equipped with probe end tracking In products with a low dielectric constant this function is very helpful This is the case for example in plastic granules packing chips or in vessels with fluidized products Between a dielectric constant of 1 5 and 3 the function switches on if required As soon as the level echo can no longer be detected probe end tracking is automatically activated The measurement is contin ued with the last calculated dielectric constant The accuracy thus depends on the stability of the dielectric constant VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TvOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 Packaging Transport Transport inspection Storage Storage and transport temperature PLICSCOM VEGACONNECT 3 Product description If you measure a medium with a dielectric constant below 1 5 probe end tracking is always active In this case you have to enter the dielectric constant of the medium A stable dielectric constan
75. nts of the double washer remain together 4 Screw the new rod and the new cable manually to the thread on the process fitting 5 Exert counterforce with the second fork spanner and tighten the or or cable on the flat surfaces with a torque of 20 Nm 15 Ibf ft VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 65 9 Diagnostics and service Shorten cable rod 66 ao Fig 42 Exchange cable or rod Information Please maintain the specified torque so that the max tensile strength remains 6 Enter new probe length and if necessary the new probe type and then carry out a fresh adjustment see Setup procedure Carry ing out min adjustment Carrying out max adjustment The rod or cable of the probe can be shortened individually 1 Markthe requested length with mounted measuring rod 2 Cable Loosen the three pins on the gravity weight Cable 4 hexagon 3 Cable 6 cable 8 hexagon 4 3 Cable remove the pins 4 Cable Pull the cable out of the gravity weight 5 Shorten the cable rod with a cut off wheel or metal saw at the marking Take note of the specifications in the following illustration when shortening the cable 6 Cable shift the cable into the gravity weight according to the drawing Plastic coated cable remove coating according drawing to 70 mm 2 76 in VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TYOY L N3 6c8Lv 41829 EN 140430 A 9 Diagnostics and service 7 Cable Fasten the cable wit
76. ocket flush optimum installation Before beginning the welding work remove the electronics module from the sensor By doing this you avoid damage to the electronics through inductive coupling Do not mount the instruments in or above the filling stream Make sure that you detect the product surface not the inflowing product VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 15 4 Mounting Measuring range Pressure Fasten 16 Fig 7 Mounting of the sensor with inflowing medium The reference plane for the measuring range of the sensors is the sealing surface of the thread or flange Keep in mind that a min distance must be maintained below the refer ence plane and possibly also at the end of the probe measurement in these areas is not possible dead band The length of the cable can be used all the way to the end only when measuring conductive products These blocking distances for different mediums are listed in chapter Technical data Keep in mind for the adjustment that the default setting for the measuring range refers to water The process fitting must be sealed if there is gauge or low pressure in the vessel Before use check if the seal material is resistant against the measured product and the process temperature The max permissible pressure is specified in chapter Technical data or on the type label of the sensor If there is a risk of the cable probe touching the vessel wall during operation due to product
77. of additional instruments in the circuit see load values in chapter Technical data The signal conditioning instruments VEGAMET and VEGASCAN have digital sensor recognition When connecting VEGAFLEX 82 an up to date version of the signal conditioning instrument software is required For a software update go to www vega com downloads and Software The instrument is connected with standard two wire cable without screen If electromagnetic interference is expected which is above the test values of EN 61326 1 for industrial areas screened cable should be used We generally recommend the use of screened cable for HART multi drop mode Use cable with round cross section for instruments with housing and cable gland To ensure the seal effect of the cable gland IP protection rating find out which cable outer diameter the cable gland is suitable for Use a cable gland fitting the cable diameter With plastic housing the NPT cable gland or the Conduit steel tube must be screwed without grease into the threaded insert Max torque for all housings see chapter Technical data If screened cable is required we recommend connecting the cable screen on both ends to ground potential In the sensor the screen must be connected directly to the internal ground terminal The ground terminal on the outside of the housing must be connected to the ground potential low impedance VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TvOY L N3
78. of the measured level value for O and 100 96 Scaling format 4 u E20 0 100 EOO0000 um 2 99999 gta 393299 99999 99999 In menu item Current output size you determine which measured value the current output refers to Current output variable Lin percent level i Current output variable Distance level Percent level Lin percent lewel Scaled level Filling height level Current output variable Current output adjustment Current output mode Current output nin max In menu item Current output adjustment you can assign a respec tive measured value to the current output Current output Current output adjustment 100 100 00 C Current output variable Current output adjustmen Current output mode Current output min maX O x 0 00 EI Current output 100 E0000 99999 F00100 29939 99999 99999 In the menu item Current output mode you determine the output characteristics and reaction of the current output in case of failure Current output Current output variable Current output adjustment Current output mode Current output minnas Output characteristics Current output mode Output characteristics 4 20 mA Failure made j 3 6mA jw Last value The default setting is output characteristics 4 20 mA failure mode lt 3 6 mA In the menu item Current output Min Max you determine the reac tion of the current output during operation V
79. ons during operation or buildup on the sensor can thus be recognized The echo curve of the setup is stored via e PC with PACTware DTM e Control system with EDD VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 57 9 Diagnostics and service Status messages 58 VEGA e Display and adjustment module Further echo curves Up to 10 echo curves can be stored in a ring buffer in this memory section Further echo curves are stored via e PC with PACTware DTM e Control system with EDD e Display and adjustment module 9 3 Status messages The instrument features self monitoring and diagnostics according to NE 107 and VDI VDE 2650 In addition to the status messages in the following tables there are more detailed error messages available under the menu item Diagnostics via the display and adjustment module PACTware DTM and EDD The status messages are divided into the following categories e Failure Function check Out of specification Maintenance requirement and explained by pictographs Fig 32 Pictographs of the status messages Failure red Out of specification yellow Function check orange Maintenance blue AC Nzu Failure Due to a malfunction in the instrument a failure message is outputted This status message is always active It cannot be deactivated by the user Function check The instrument is in operation the measured value is temporarily invalid for example during simulation This status m
80. or continuous level measurement with 4 20 mA HART interface i rn 54V m Adjustment level Set distances for level percentages B Damping o v Type of linearization Scaling level G Current output HART variables i False signal suppression Display B Diagnostics G Additional settings H Info Measured values Max adjustment gt Min adjustment C gt Distance B Max adjustment in 100 00 Distance A 0 000 m Software version 1 0 0 PREO1 Serial number 90000010 Device status OK Min adjustment in 0 00 Distance B 1 000 m Distance to level 0 065 m Connected 3 QO Device and data set Tey OK Administrator lt NONAME gt Administrator Fig 30 Example of a DTM view All device DTMs are available as a free of charge standard version and as a full version that must be purchased In the standard version all functions for complete setup are already included An assistant for simple project configuration simplifies the adjustment considerably Saving printing the project as well as import export functions are also part of the standard version VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 51 7 Setup with PACTware General information 52 po VEGA In the full version there is also an extended print function for complete project documentation as well as a save function for measured value and echo curves In addition there is
81. ough the process conditions in the specified pressure and temperature range is lt 1 Process pressure 1 40 bar 100 4000 kPa 14 5 580 psig depending on the process fitting Vessel pressure relating to the flange see supplementary instructions manual Flanges ac nominal stage cording to DIN EN ASME JIS Process temperature Cable versions 40 80 C 40 176 F with PA coating Process temperature thread or flange temperature with process seals FKM SHS FPM 70C3 GLT 40 150 C 40 302 F EPDM A P 75 5 KW75F 40 150 C 40 302 F FFKM Kalrez 6375 with tempera 20 200 C 4 392 F ture adapter 130 C 150 C 266 F 302 F Fig 51 Ambient temperature process temperature standard version Cable version with 4 mm 0 157 in Ambient temperature Process temperature depending on the seal material Maximum permissible temperature standard Limited temperature range plastic housing and stainless steel housing electropolished AC Nc 78 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 VEGA 11 Supplement 150 C 200 C 302 F 392 F Fig 52 Ambient temperature process temperature version with temperature adapter Cable version with 4 mm 0 157 in Ambient temperature Process temperature depending on the seal material Maximum permissible temperature standard Limite
82. r eye bolt L Sensor length see chapter Technical data 1 Cable e 4 mm 0 157 in 2 Cable 6mm 0 236 in PA coated 3 Joint cable 86 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 VEGA 11 Supplement VEGAFLEX 82 cable version 6 mm 0 236 in o 11 mm 0 433 in PA coated Fig 61 VEGAFLEX 82 cable 6 mm 0 236 in a 11 mm 0 433 in threaded version with gravity weight all grav ity weights with thread M12 for eye bolt L Sensor length see chapter Technical data 1 Cable 6 mm 0 236 in 2 Cablego 11 mm 0 433 in PA coated 3 Joint cable VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 87 11 Supplement VEGA VEGAFLEX 82 rod version 16 mm 0 63 in Fig 62 VEGAFLEX 82 rod 16 mm 0 63 in threaded version L Sensor length see chapter Technical data 1 Joint rod 88 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 VEGA 11 Supplement 11 3 Industrial property rights VEGA product lines are global protected by industrial property rights Further information see www vega com Only in U S A Further information see patent label at the sensor housing VEGA Produktfamilien sind weltweit geschutzt durch gewerbliche Schutzrechte Nahere Informationen unter www vega com Les lignes de produits VEGA sont globalement prot g es par des droits de propri t intellec tuell
83. rective 2002 96 EG and the respective national laws Pass the instrument directly on to a spe cialised recycling company and do not use the municipal collecting points These may be used only for privately used products according to the WEEE directive VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 69 11 Supplement 11 Supplement 11 1 Technical data General data 316L corresponds to 1 4404 or 1 4435 Materials wetted parts Process fitting Process seal on the instrument side cable rod leadthrough Process seal Inner conductor up to the separation cable rod Rod 16 mm 0 63 in Cable 4 mm 0 157 in Cable 6 mm 0 236 in PA coated Cable 6 mm 0 236 in Cable 11 mm 0 433 in PA coated Gravity weight optionally available Materials non wetted parts Plastic housing Aluminium die casting housing Stainless steel housing precision casting Stainless steel housing electropol ished Second line of defence optional Seal between housing and housing cover Inspection window in housing cover optional Ground terminal Second line of defence optional Supporting material Glass potting Contacts Helium leak rate Pressure resistance Only with Ex d version 2 Only with Ex d version 70 316L and PPS GF 40 Alloy C22 2 4602 and PPS GF 40 FKM SHS FPM 70C3 GLT FFKM Kalrez 6375 EP
84. ror in the Send instrument for repair non active linearization table M502 Hardware error EEPROM Exchanging the electronics Error in the Send instrument for repair diagnosis memory M503 The echot noise ratio is the Check installation and Reliability too small for a reliable meas process conditions low urement Clean the antenna Change polarisation direc tion Use instrument with higher sensitivity M504 Hardware defect Check connections Error onan Exchanging the electronics device inter Send instrument for repair face 61 9 Diagnostics and service VEGA Code Cause Rectification Text mes sage M505 Level echo can no longer Clean the antenna No echo avail e detected Use a more suitable able antenna sensor Remove possible false echoes Optimize sensor position and orientation 9 4 Rectify faults Reaction when malfunc The operator of the system is responsible for taking suitable meas tions occur ures to rectify faults Procedure for fault recti The first measures are fication e Evaluation of fault messages for example via the display and adjustment module e Checking the output signal e Treatment of measurement errors Further comprehensive diagnostics options are available with a PC with PACTware and the suitable DTM In many cases the reasons can be determined in this way and faults rectified Ch
85. service and maintenance You can call up the diagnostic function or carry out an electronics exchange or a software update simply and reliably This function is only available with connected sensor online EN plics Connected eal RO Device and data set i ud Administrator Fig 31 Select quick setup 1 Quick setup 2 Extended adjustment 3 Maintenance Quick setup With quick setup you can carry out the parameter adjustment of VEGAFLEX 82 for your application in just a few simple steps The assistant driven adjustment includes the basic settings for simple reliable setup and commissioning Information If the function is inactive then possibly no instrument is connected Check the connection to the instrument Extended adjustment With the extended adjustment you carry out the parameter adjust ment for the instrument via the clear menu structure in the DTM VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TYOY L N3 6c8L v 41829 EN 140430 Start quick setup Step 1 Instrument configuration Step 2 Application 7 Setup with PACTware Device Type Manager This enables additional and special settings over and above those offered by quick setup Maintenance Under the menu item Maintenance you get comprehensive and important support for servicing and maintenance You can call up diagnostic functions and carry out an electronics exchange or a software update Click to the button Quick setup to st
86. t is very important here 3 3 Packaging transport and storage Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport Its capacity to handle normal loads during transport is assured by a test based on ISO 4180 The packaging of standard instruments consists of environment friendly recyclable cardboard For special versions PE foam or PE foil is also used Dispose of the packaging material via specialised recycling companies Transport must be carried out in due consideration of the notes on the transport packaging Nonobservance of these instructions can cause damage to the device 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 be stored only under the following conditions e Notin the open Dry and dust free Not exposed to corrosive media Protected against solar radiation Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration e Storage and transport temperature see chapter Supplement Technical data Ambient conditions e Relative humidity 20 85 3 4 Accessories and replacement parts The display and adjustment module PLICSCOM is used for measured value indication adjustment and diagnosis It can be ins
87. t module is installed remove it by turn ing it slightly to the left 3 Loosen compression nut of the cable entry gland 4 Remove approx 10 cm 4 in of the cable mantle strip approx 1 cm 0 4 in of insulation from the ends of the individual wires 5 Insert the cable into the sensor through the cable entry VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 19 5 Connecting to power supply 20 He Fig 9 Connection steps 5 and 6 Single chamber housing Fig 10 Connection steps 5 and 6 Double chamber housing 6 Insert the wire ends into the terminals according to the wiring plan Information Solid cores as well as flexible cores with wire end sleeves are insert ed directly into the terminal openings In case of flexible cores without end sleeves press the terminal from above with a small screwdriver the terminal opening is then free When the screwdriver is released the terminal closes again You can find further information on the max wire cross section under Technical data Electromechanical data 7 Check the hold of the wires in the terminals by lightly pulling on them 8 Connect the screen to the internal ground terminal connect the outer ground terminal to potential equalisation VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O TYOY L N3 6c8Lv 41829 EN 140430 Electronics and terminal compartment Electronics compartment 5 Connecting to power supply 9 Tighten the compression nut of
88. ter special parameters In exceptional cases individual parameters can be modified in order to adapt the sensor to special requirements Change the settings of the special parameters only after having con tacted our service staff Service login iA Additional adjustments Copy instr settings Probe tupe Special parameter HART mode The sensor offers the HART modes Analogue current output and Fix current 4 mA In this menu item you determine the HART mode and enter the address with Multidrop mode 47 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module VELA Info Instrument name Info Instrument version Info Factory calibration date Info Sensor character istics 48 In the mode Fixed current output up to 63 sensors can be operated on one two wire cable Multidrop operation An address between 0 and 63 must be assigned to each sensor If you select the function Analogue current output and also enter an address number you can output a 4 20 mA signal in Multidrop mode With the mode Fixed current 4 mA a fixed 4 mA signal is outputted independently of the actual level Additional adjustments HART address Probe type Special parameter 0 HART mode Loop current mode Analogue current output 7 wn Loop current mode miFnaloague current output Fix current 4 mm The default setting is Analogue current output and the address 00 In this menu you read out the instrument name
89. th safety factor 2 00 4045 20 25 30 as 9 D Fig 47 Max tensile load with sand and cement Cable 6 mmy a 11 mm PA coated Sand Cement Cable length in m Vessel diameter 12 m 39 37 ft Vessel diameter 9 m 29 53 ft Vessel diameter 6 m 19 69 ft Vessel diameter 3 m 9 843 ft OO GV OO Thread in gravity weight e g for eye bolt M 12 cable version Tensile force in kN the determined value must be multiplied with safety factor 2 Torque for exchangeable cable or rod probe in the process fitting Cable 4 mm 0 157 in 8 Nm 5 9 Ibf ft VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 73 11 Supplement VELA Cable 6 mm 0 236 in PA coated 8 Nm 5 9 Ibf ft Cable 6 mm 0 236 in 20 Nm 14 75 Ibf ft Cable 11 mm 0 433 in PA coated 20 Nm 14 75 Ibf ft Rod 16 mm 0 63 in 20 Nm 14 75 Ibf ft Torque for NPT cable glands and Conduit tubes Plastic housing max 10 Nm 7 376 Ibf ft Aluminium Stainless steel housing max 50 Nm 36 88 Ibf ft Input variable Measured variable Level of solids Min dielectric constant of the medium 2 1 5 Fig 48 Measuring ranges VEGAFLEX 82 1 Heference plane 2 Probelength L 3 Measuring range 4 Upper dead band see diagrams under Accuracy grey section 5 Lower dead band see diagrams under Accuracy grey section Output variable Output signal 4
90. th the quick SIUE sss esierqevetnnidu x mua Fbek quacs Vea Sud dor X pvt eve u ku doin ener vaenteetves 52 7 4 Saving the parameter adjustment data c ccsscccecceeesseeeeseesecsseeeeeeseeseeeeeseanesseeeseeas 55 8 Setup with other systems 8 1 DD adjustment programs NETT 56 8 2 Field Communicator 375 475 ccccccccccccccceccccseeesueceueeeueeeeceueeeueeeeesaeseuueeuesaeeeaeueuesaeeeaaeens 56 9 Diagnostics and service VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 6c8Lv 41829 EN 140430 VEGA Contents 10 11 97 Malinterigfi Bui etic eatis id eto vec cceccactcinsaantieeiceneteeiciaetensereoaaseieccueaan onc uer U ELLO teen cea ad 57 9 2 Diagnosis VSO saciada cece cers ee cae ee eee a erie er ierenc eae 57 ga RAMS TNS aG S E EE E Dmm 58 gA oo 0123 0 ee eee ne en eee 62 9 5 Exchanging the electronics MOGUIG 5 iacjacaicivec aise cecnecicaceesencensscetarse con edere ons Rod ino ccc 64 9 6 Exchange or shorten Cable FOGL comas quin vts esrb qao duRS Kan exi uh pue S eChE dla su EA iea 65 su iiio c S S M 67 9 8 How to proceed if a repair is needed ier desees ense co itae sar eee n randa 68 Dismounting 10 1 Dismo ning SIOS rec 69 NO DEPO eA E A 69 Supplement USE uie dala mec 70 ET AE MIQIIacT NEN Tm 82 Safety instructions for Ex areas Please note the Ex specific safety information for installation and op eration in Ex areas These s
91. this function you can carry out the automatic false signal sup pression Note A false signal suppression is only recommended with liquid applica tions When the setup of the instrument is finished additional settings can be made These are various backups and the locking of the instru ment against unauthorised or inadvertent adjustment Prepare a backup file of the instrument parameter adjustment For backup purposes the current parameter adjustment of the instru ment is stored in a file You can use this file later on to restore the instrument parameter adjustment The complete data set is down loaded from the device This procedure can last several minutes Create instrument documentation This function is used to print or create a PDF file of the current param eter adjustment To read the PDF file you need a suitable program for example Acrobat Reader To print or create the PDF file all data are downloaded from the device For this function the full version of the DTM Collection is required This procedure can last several minutes Store echo curve of the setup in the sensor Have you completed the initial setup of the instrument In such case we recommend storing the current signal conditions in the device for later instrument tests and diagnostics Lock adjustment with PIN after setting The instrument is locked with the current PIN A parameter adjust ment is possible only after the PIN is entered again 7 4
92. this menu item you can select the application You can choose between metallic oder non metallic vessels Note The selection of the application has a considerable influence on all other menu items Keep in mind that as you continue with the param eter adjustment individual menu items are only optionally available You have the option of choosing the demonstration mode This mode is only suitable for test and demonstration purposes In this mode the sensor ignores the parameters of the application and reacts immedi ately to each change VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 33 6 Set up with the display and adjustment module VEGA Replication Level non metal vessel hal 7 Lewe metal vessel Level non metal vessel Demonstration mode Setup Medium dielec In this menu item you can define the type of medium product HICCCODSIORE This menu item is only available if you have selected level measure ment under the menu item Application Replication Hedium Dielectric constant Hedium Dielectric constant Granules cement 1S 7 menos etes Product type Application Sanr angles cement iaaa Mediun Dielectric figure Cereals flour 3 You can choose between the following medium types Dielectric con Product type Examples stant gt 3 Cereals flour All kind of cereals wheat flour 1 5 3 Granules cement Lime gypsum cement lt 1 5 Dusts wood chips Wood chips sawdust
93. trument Ex d instrument Ex ia instrument Ex d ia instrument Interpolation protection 9 6 35VDC 9 6 30 V DC 15 35 V DC 16 35 V DC 16 30 V DC 20 35 V DC Integrated Permissible residual ripple Non Ex Ex ia instrument Frequency VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 16 400 Hz 81 11 Supplement for 12 V lt U 18V for 18 V lt U lt 35V Permissible residual ripple Ex d ia instrument Frequency for 18 V lt U lt 35V Load resistor Calculation Example Non Ex instrument with U 24 V DC Electrical protective measures Protection rating lt 0 7 V lt 1 0 Vy 16 400 Hz lt 1 0V U U 0 0215 A 24 V 9 6 V 0 0245 A 2 670 Q Overvoltage category Protection class Approvals Instruments with approvals can have different technical specifications depending on the version II I9 Housing material Version IP protection class NEMA protection Plastic Single chamber IP 66 IP 67 NEMA 4X Double chamber IP 66 IP 67 NEMA 4X Aluminium Single chamber IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar NEMA 6P IP 68 1 bar NEMA 6P Double chamber IP 66 IP 67 NEMA 4X IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar NEMA 6P IP 68 1 bar NEMA 6P Stainless steel electro Single chamber IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar NEMA 6P polished Stainless steel investment Single chamber IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar NEMA 6P casting IP 68 1 bar NEMA 6P Double chamber IP 66 I
94. typical gases and vapours The specified values refer to the distance Positive values mean that the measured distance is too large negative values that the measured distance is too small Gas phase Temperature Pressure 1 bar 14 5 psig 10 bar 145 psig 50 bar 725 psig Air 20 C 68 F 0 00 0 22 1 2 200 C 392 F 0 01 0 13 0 74 400 C 752 F 0 02 0 08 0 52 Hydrogen 20 C 68 F 0 01 0 10 0 61 200 C 392 F 0 02 0 05 0 37 400 C 752 F 0 02 0 03 0 25 Steam saturated 100 C 212 F 0 26 EIER 180 C 356 F 0 17 2 1 264 C 507 F 0 12 1 44 96 9 2 96 366 C 691 F 0 07 1 01 5 7 96 Characteristics and performance data Measuring cycle time 500 ms Step response time as Max filling emptying speed 1 m min Ambient conditions Ambient storage and transport tempera 40 80 C 40 176 F ture Also for the additional current output optional 8 Time span after a sudden measuring distance change by max 0 5 m in liquid applications max 2 m with bulk solids applications until the output signal has taken for the first time 90 of the final value IEC 61298 2 VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 77 11 Supplement VELA Process conditions For the process conditions please also note the specifications on the type label The lowest value always applies The measurement error thr
95. upply Damping 63 96 of the input variable 0 999s adjustable Indication value Display and adjustment module Displayed value 1 Filling height Level Displayed value 2 Electronics temperature Resolution digital lt 1mm 0 039 in Accuracy according to DIN EN 60770 1 Process reference conditions according to DIN EN 61298 1 Temperature 18 30 C 64 86 F Relative humidity 45 75 96 Air pressure 860 1060 mbar 86 106 kPa 12 5 15 4 psig Installation reference conditions Min distance to installations gt 500 mm 19 69 in 9 The output values can be assigned individually The indication values can be assigned individually 5 The indication values can be assigned individually VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire 75 11 Supplement Vessel Reflector Medium Installation Sensor parameter adjustment Typical deviation VEGA metallic 1 m 3 281 ft centric installation process fitting flush with the vessel ceiling metallic o 1m Bulk solids cereals flour cement dielectric con stant 2 0 Probe end does not touch the vessel bottom No gating out of false signals carried out See following diagrams D 0 08 m 0 3 m 3 157 11 811 Fig 49 Deviation VEGAFLEX 82 in rod version 1 Dead band no measurement possible in this area L Probe length
96. value to be entered refers to the distance from the sealing surface of the process fitting sensor reference plane to the surface of the product A linearization is required if the measured value should be outputted volume proportional and not level proportional You can find further linearization types in the extended adjustment If you have a non linear vessel you can select here the respective linearization curve e linear e Spherical tank e Horizontal cylindrical tank In addition you have to enter the following vessel dimensions with non linear conditions e Height of the socket h e Vessel height D In this window you can adjust the output signal When the function is inactive you can change the settings via the Extended adjustment These settings allow you to optimize the sensor With them you can compare a sounded distance with the indicated value and correct it if necessary Probe immersed in the liquid covered Select whether or not the probe is immersed in the medium VEGAFLEX 82 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOrl NA 6c8LV 41829 EN 140430 Step 7 Additional settings 7 Setup with PACTware Measured distance to the medium If the probe is immersed in the medium you can enter here the meas ured distance to the medium Displayed distance correct Is the displayed distance value correct If you have the possibility you can enter here the sounded distance to the medium False signal suppression With
97. x ia IC T6 T1 Ga Ge Cb 6b Electronics 4 20mA HART iwo wire 9 6 30 VOC Q 4 20mA HART Protection IP66 67 NEMA 4X Lenath 500 mm Temperature process See manual and approval documents Process pressure 1 6bar 200 600kPa Wetted parts 316 5401316L FKM TW Ver 100 SW Ver 100 7 jm 998290749 Order 0000000 000 2012 O sin 22839742 VELA 77761 Schiitach Germany www vega com D D a e TE 8 10 Fig 1 Layout of the type label example Instrument type Product code Approvals Power supply and signal output electronics Protection rating Probe length Process and ambient temperature process pressure Material wetted parts Hardware and software version 10 Order number 11 Serial number of the instrument 12 Symbol of the device protection class 13 ID numbers instrument documentation 14 Reminder to observe the instrument documentation 15 Notified authority for CE marking 16 Approval directives 0001 C5 l5 Serial number Instru The type label contains the serial number of the instrument With it ment search you can find the following instrument data on our homepage e Product code HTML e Delivery date HTML e Order specific instrument features HTML e Operating instructions and quick setup guide at the time of ship ment PDF Order specific sensor data for an electronics exchange XML e Test certificate PDF optional Go to www vega com VEGA Tools a

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