
Installation Instructions
Sealing kit
Levelflex FMP53
EA00055F/00/A2/04.12
71189499
Determining the correct spare part set
This method is used merely to determine whether the spare part set is suitable for the measuring device. Other conclusions drawn from the table are not applicable.
1. Read the order code from the nameplate on the measuring device and enter it in the fields below. The relevant features are marked with a star.
2. Select the order number of the spare part set in the table below and compare it, with the ordered spare part.
Levelflex FMP53 -
010 ... 060 070 080 090 100 ... 600 ... The features in the grey boxes
* *
+
*
(> 500) are optional features with
single or multiple value.
Order
number
71182816
71157692
71043453
71184308
71043452
Original Spare Part Set Quantity /
Sealing kit FMP53 FKM,
Sensorbody
Sealing kit FMP53 FKM, FDA,
2 pieces
Sealing kit FMP43, FMP53
EPDM, 2 pieces
O-ring 9.25 x 1.78 EPDM,
5 pieces
Sealing kit FMP43, FMP53
Kalrez, 2 pieces
dimensions
2 x 25.12 x 1.78
1 x 15.54 x 2.62
1 x 9.25 x 1.78
1 x 15.54 x 2.62
1 x 9.25 x 1.78 B5 -
5 x 9.25 x 1.78
1 x 15.54 x 2.62
1 x 9.25 x 1.78
Probe (feature 060)
Option
FA, FB, GA, GB, HA, HB, IA, IB
- divisible probe rod
Seal (feature 090)
Option
AD - FKM, FDA, USP Cl.VI,
-10...150°C/14...302°F
EPDM, FDA, USP Cl.VI,
-20...130°C/-4...266°F
C4 - Kalrez, FDA, USP Cl.VI,
-20...150°C/-4...302°F
Probe design (optional feature 600)
Option
MA - Sensor compact detachable
MB - Sensor remote, 3m/9ft cable, detachable...
MC - Sensor remote, 6m/18ft cable, detachable...
! Note!
Use only identical original Endress+Hauser spare part sets.
Check the order number of the Sealing kit with the aid of the serial number in the device viewer (www. endress.com/deviceviewer).
We recommend that the Installation Instructions is kept with the packaging at all times.
Determining approval and authorized personnel category:
Any person who carries out repairs is responsible for safety during the work, the quality of work completed and safety of the device after repair.
Approval
Competence level 1, 2, 3 1*, 2, 3
1 = Trained specialist at customer site, 2 = Service technician authorized by Endress+Hauser, 3 = Endress+Hauser (return device to manufacturer)
* = It is recommended that devices with a design approval be repaired by skilled professionals who have been trained by E+H.
1 Safety Instructions
• Comply with national regulations governing mounting, electrical installation,
commissioning, maintenance and repair procedures.
• Requirements with regard to specialized technical staff for the mounting,
electrical installation, commissioning, maintenance and repair of the
measuring devices:
– trained in instrument safety
– familiar with the individual operation conditions of the devices
– for Ex-certified measuring devices: also trained in explosion protection
• The spare parts set and Installation Instructions are used to replace a faulty unit
with a functioning unit of the same type.
Only use original parts from Endress+Hauser.
• Using the material number and identification information, check whether the
spare part matches the identification label on the measuring device.
• If you have any questions, contact your E+H service organization.
• Modifications to the measuring device are not permitted.
• Follow the Operating Instructions for the device.
• Before removing the device, stop the process and purge the pipe of dangerous
gases and liquids.
• Hot surfaces! Risk of injury! Before commencing work: Allow the system and
measuring device to cool down to a touchable temperature.
• In the case of measuring devices in safety-related applications in accordance
with IEC 61508 or IEC 61511: Commissioning in according with Operating
Instructions after repair. Document the repair procedure.
Without approval With approval
(e.g. IECEx, ATEX, FM, CSA, TIIS, NEPSI)
• In the case of Ex-certified measuring devices: Only open in a de-energized
state (once a delay of 10 minutes has elapsed after switching off the power
supply) or in environments which do not have a potentially explosive
atmosphere.
• Service connector:
– do not connect in potentially explosive atmospheres.
– only connect to Endress+Hauser service devices.
• Only open housing for a brief period. Avoid the penetration of foreign bodies,
moisture or contaminants.
• Replace defective seal/gaskets by original parts from Endress+Hauser only.
• If threads are damaged or defective, the measuring device must be repaired.
• If spacing is reduced or the dielectric strength of the measuring device cannot
be guaranteed during repair work, perform a test on completion of the work
(e.g. high-voltage test in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions).
• Risk of damaging electronic components! Ensure you have a working
environment protected from electrostatic discharge.
• The measuring device is energized. Danger: Risk of electric shock! Only open
the measuring device in a de-energized state.
• Observe the instructions for transporting and returning the device outlined in
the Operating Instructions.

Levelflex FMP53 Sealing kit
Tool List
x 2 (detachable version)
# Warning!
For mounting the probe parts use tools with flat surface or braces only.
Do not damage the surface of the polished probe parts by marks or notches!
2 Exchange of O-ring 25.12 x 1.78
a b
Sonde_FMP53_7 Sonde_FMP53_12
3 Exchange of O-ring 15.54 x 2.62
)
a b c d
Sonde_FMP53_1 Sonde_F MP53_17 Sonde_FMP53_3 Sond e_FMP53_4
4 Exchange of O-ring 9.25 x 1.78
)
a b c d
Sonde_FMP53_1 Sonde_FMP53_2 Sonde_FMP53_5 Sonde_FMP53_6
(for divisible probe rods only) (for divisible probe rods only)
5Re-assembly
Re-assembly is carried out in reverse order.
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