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FB2100/FB2200 Flow Computer 30W Solar Panel Field Replacement Guide
FB2100/FB2200 Flow Computer
30W Solar Panel
Field Replacement Guide
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For Part Numbers (Kits):
395555-02-7: Solar Panel
399288-01-0: Battery Cable
396701-03-0: Solar Controller Cable
395829-01-0: Fuses
396992-01-3: Solar Controller
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FB2100/FB2200 Flow Computer 30W Solar Panel Field Replacement Guide
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FB1100/FB1200 Flow Computer Battery Field Replacement Guide
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Device Safety Considerations
Reading these Instructions
Before operating the device, read these instructions carefully and understand their safety implications. In some situations,
improperly using this device may result in damage or injury. Keep this manual in a convenient location for future reference.
Note that these instructions may not cover all details or variations in equipment or cover every possible situation regarding
installation, operation, or maintenance. Should problems arise that are not covered sufficiently in the text, immediately
contact Customer Support for further information.
Protecting Operating Processes
A failure of this device – for whatever reason -- may leave an operating process without appropriate protection and could result
in possible damage to property or injury to persons. To protect against this, you should review the need for additional backup
equipment or provide alternate means of protection (such as alarm devices, output limiting, fail-safe valves, relief valves,
emergency shutoffs, emergency switches, etc.). Contact Remote Automation Solutions for additional information.
Returning Equipment
If you need to return any equipment to Remote Automation Solutions, it is your responsibility to ensure that the equipment
has been cleaned to safe levels, as defined and/or determined by applicable federal, state and/or local law regulations or
codes. You also agree to indemnify Remote Automation Solutions and hold Remote Automation Solutions harmless from any
liability or damage which Remote Automation Solutions may incur or suffer due to your failure to ensure device cleanliness.
Grounding Equipment
Ground metal enclosures and exposed metal parts of electrical instruments in accordance with OSHA rules and regulations as
specified in Design Safety Standards for Electrical Systems, 29 CFR, Part 1910, Subpart S, dated: April 16, 1981 (OSHA rulings are
in agreement with the National Electrical Code). You must also ground mechanical or pneumatic instruments that include
electrically operated devices such as lights, switches, relays, alarms, or chart drives.
Important: Complying with the codes and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction is essential to ensuring personnel
safety. The guidelines and recommendations in this manual are intended to meet or exceed applicable codes and regulations.
If differences occur between this manual and the codes and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction, those codes and
regulations must take precedence.
Protecting from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
This device contains sensitive electronic components which be damaged by exposure to an ESD voltage. Depending on the
magnitude and duration of the ESD, it can result in erratic operation or complete failure of the equipment. Ensure that you
correctly care for and handle ESD-sensitive components.
System Training
A well-trained workforce is critical to the success of your operation. Knowing how to correctly install, configure, program,
calibrate, and trouble-shoot your Emerson equipment provides your engineers and technicians with the skills and confidence
to optimize your investment. Remote Automation Solutions offers a variety of ways for your personnel to acquire essential
system expertise. Our full-time professional instructors can conduct classroom training at several of our corporate offices, at
your site, or even at your regional Emerson office. You can also receive the same quality training via our live, interactive
Emerson Virtual Classroom and save on travel costs. For our complete schedule and further information, contact the Remote
Automation Solutions Training Department at 800-338-8158 or email us at education@emerson.com.
Ethernet Connectivity
This automation device is intended to be used in an Ethernet network which does not have public access. The inclusion of this
device in a publicly accessible Ethernet-based network is not recommended.
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FB2100/FB2200 Flow Computer 30W Solar Panel Field Replacement Guide
Item
Field Replacement Kit
Part Number
WARNING
WARNING
DANGER
Replacing the 30W Solar Panel
The procedure for replacing the 30W solar panel on the FB2100/FB2200 Flow Computer re-uses
the existing mounting hardware provided with the original solar panel. Save any mounting
hardware/screws/nuts/washers from the original.
Restrictions
Hazardous area approvals require that any part replaced in the field be the exact same part (“likefor-like”). Upgrading or substituting different parts violates hazardous area certification.
Refer to the table below for the correct field replacement part number.
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30W Solar Panel (does not include mounting hardware)
Solar Controller (SunKeeper-6) 396992-01-3
Battery Cable 399288-01-0
Solar controller cable 396701-03-0
Fuses 395829-01-0
Required Tools
#2 Phillips-head screwdriver
1/8-inch flat head screwdriver
7/32-inch flat head screwdriver (for 3.81 mm pitch terminal block connections)
Hexagonal torque wrenches with 3mm, #1, and #2 Phillips-head bits. Ranges must include
50 to 60 in-lbs (5.6 to 6.8 N-m) and 144 to 168 in-lbs (16.3 to 19 N-m).
Wire cutter
Wire stripper
Utility knife
Restrictions
The solar panel and lead acid battery combination cannot be used with ATEX/IECEx applications.
395555-02-7
EXPLOSION HAZARD –Substitution of any components may impair suitability for Class I, Division
2.
EXPLOSION HAZARD –Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been removed or the area
is known to be non-hazardous.
EXPLOSION HAZARD: Ensure the area in which you perform this operation is non-hazardous.
Performing this operation in a hazardous area could result in an explosion.
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FB2100/FB2200 Flow Computer 30W Solar Panel Field Replacement Guide
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30w Solar Panel
2
Adjustable Angle Bracket
3
Hex screws, flat washers, lock washers, hex nuts
4
Junction Box
5
Solar Controller
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Removing/Replacing the 30W Solar Panel
UL Listed Field Installed Accessory Kit for Use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D
Flow Computer 30W Solar Panel Field Installed Accessory Kit Part No. 395555-02-7 for Use
with UL Listed Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D Model Series FB2100 and FB2200.
The procedure for replacing the 30W solar panel on the FB2100/FB2200 Flow Computer re-uses
the existing mounting hardware provided with the original solar panel. Save any mounting
hardware/screws/nuts/washers from the original.
Components of Solar Panel
1. Disconnect all electrical connections between the flow computer and the solar panel.
2. With a torque wrench, carefully detach the old solar panel (Item 1) from the adjustable angle
bracket (Item 2) by removing the hex screws, washers, and hex nuts (Item 3).
nuts, and washers.
3. Attach the new (replacement) solar panel to the adjustable angle bracket using the saved
hex nuts, washers, and screws.
Save all screws,
4. Torque hex nuts to 50 to 60 in-lbs (5.6 to 6.8 N-m).
5. Apply Loctite
torqueing.
6. Wire connections between the solar panel and the flow computer. (See Removing/Replacing
the Solar Controller)
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222MS Low-Strength Threadlocker sparingly to hex nut threads after
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