Quick-start
KROHNE 04/2004 7.02287.21.00
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OPTIWAVE 7300 C
Radar Level Meter
Measurement of distance,
level and volume of liquids,
pastes and solids
• Easy installation
• Wizard driven
• Service and maintenance-free
General
This is a quick-start guide only. For further information please consult the handbook, data sheet,
special manuals and certificates supplied on
CD-ROM.
Installation, assembly, commissioning and servicing must only be undertaken by trained
personnel. Maintenance which is considered
relevant to safety in the sense of explosion protection must only be carried out by the manufacturer, his agents or under the supervision of
experts.
For use in hazardous areas, special codes and
regulations are applicable, which are supplied in
a separate document that describes all ATEX
hazardous area information.
Responsibility as to suitability and intended use
of this device rests solely with the user.The supplier does not accept any liability resulting from
misuse by the customer. Improper installation
and operation of our level gauges may lead to
loss of warranty. In addition, the "General conditions of sale", found on the back of the invoice
and forming the basis of the purchasing contract, are applicable.
If you need to return the device to the manufacturer or supplier, please complete the form
given on the CD-Rom and attach to the device.
KROHNE regrets that it cannot repair or check
your device unless accompanied by this completed form.
Items supplied
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*If applicable
Visual check
Quick-start OPTIWAVE 7300 C
Handling and installation instructions
Antenna must protrude from nozzle base.
max. 2°
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Handling and installation instructions
+80°C / +175°F
-40°C / -40°F
max. 150°C / 300°F
min. -40°C / -40°F Viton
min. -20°C / -5°F Kalrez
Install away from
entry pipe.
DN 40 / 50:
> 1/7 H, but max. 1/3 D
DN 80:
> 1/10 H, but max. 1/3 D
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Mount off-centre
to avoid multiple
reflections.
Special considerations
Avoid too many objects
near to the radar beam
in tank.
Stilling wells and bypass chambers
Stray
reflections!
Too many
objects in tank:
use bypass
chamber
Foam:
use stilling well
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