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Rosemount 3308

Wireless Guided Wave Radar Level Transmitter

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00809-XXXX-4811, Rev AA

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February 2012

Rosemount 3308

 

 

 

Rosemount 3308

 

Wireless Guided Wave Radar

 

Level Transmitter

Rosemount 3308 Hardware Revision

1

HART® Device Revision

1

Field Communicator Field Device Revision

Dev v1, DD v1

NOTICE

Read this manual before working with the product. For personal and system safety, and for optimum product performance, make sure you thoroughly understand the contents before installing, using, or maintaining this product.

The United States has two toll-free assistance numbers and one international number.

Customer Central

1-800-999-9307 (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST)

North American Response Center

1-800-654-7768 (24 hours a day) Equipment service needs

International

1-952-906-8888

The products described in this document are NOT designed for nuclear-qualified applications.

Using non-nuclear qualified products in applications that require nuclear-qualified hardware or products may cause inaccurate readings.

For information on Rosemount nuclear-qualified products, contact your local Emerson Process Management Sales Representative.

NOTICE

The Rosemount 3308 and all other wireless devices should be installed only after the Smart Wireless Gateway has been installed and is functioning properly. Wireless devices should also be powered up in order of proximity from the Smart Wireless Gateway, beginning with the closest. This will result in a simpler and faster network installation.

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Failure to follow these installation guidelines could result in death or serious injury:

• Only qualified personnel should perform the installation

Explosions could result in death or serious injury:

Installation of this transmitter in an explosive environment must be in accordance with the appropriate local, national, and international standards, codes, and practices. Please review the Product Certifications section for any restrictions associated with a safe installation.

Before connecting a Field Communicator in an explosive atmosphere, ensure the instruments are installed in accordance with intrinsically safe or non-incendive field wiring practices

Process leaks may cause harm or result in death:

Do not remove the transmitter while in operation

Install device prior to process start-up

Install and tighten process connectors before applying pressure

Electrical shock can result in death or serious injury:

Avoid contact with the leads and terminals. High voltage that may be present on leads can cause electrical shock

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device must be installed to ensure a minimum antenna separation distance of 20 cm (8 in.) from all persons.

NOTICE

Power Module Considerations

Each Power Module contains two "C" size primary lithium/thionyl chloride batteries. Each battery contains approximately 2.5 grams of lithium, for a total of 5 grams in each pack. Under normal conditions, the battery materials are self-contained and are not reactive as long as the batteries and the pack integrity are maintained. Care should be taken to prevent thermal, electrical or mechanical damage. Contacts should be protected to prevent premature discharge.

Battery hazards remain when cells are discharged.

Power modules should be stored in a clean and dry area. For maximum battery life, storage temperature should not exceed 30° C.

The Power Module may be replaced in a hazardous area. The Power Module has surface resistivity greater than one gigaohm and must be properly installed in the wireless device enclosure. Care must be taken during transportation to and from the point of installation to prevent electrostatic charge build-up.

NOTICE

Shipping considerations for wireless products

The unit was shipped to you without the Power Module installed. Please remove the Power Module prior to shipping the unit.

Each Power Module contains two "C" size primary lithium/thionyl chloride batteries. Primary lithium batteries are regulated in transportation by the U.S. Department of Transportation, and are also covered by IATA (International Air Transport Association), ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization), and ARD (European Ground Transportation of Dangerous Goods). It is the responsibility of the shipper to ensure compliance with these or any other local requirements. Please consult current regulations and requirements before shipping

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Table of Contents

SECTION 1

Introduction

SECTION 2

Transmitter Overview

SECTION 3

Wireless Configuration

SECTION 4

Installation

Safety Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Manual Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Service Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Product Recycling/Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Safety Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

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Theory of Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Application Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

System Architecture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

Vessel Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Heating Coils, Agitators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Tank Shape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Components of the Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

Probe Selection Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Transition Zones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12

Service Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Product Recycling/Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Safety Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Wireless Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Mechanical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Power Module Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

Device Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

Device Network Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

AMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Field Communicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Fast Key Sequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Remove Power Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Safety messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Installation Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Before You Install . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4 Software write protect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4 Mounting Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Process Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Installation of Single Lead Probes in Non-metallic Tanks . . . . . . . 4-7 Mounting in Still pipes/by-pass pipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8

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SECTION 5

Start-Up/Commissioning

SECTION 6

Operation and

Maintenance

Free Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 Recommended Mounting Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10 Mechanical Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11 Shortening the Probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13 Anchoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15 Mounting a Centering Disc for Pipe Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17 LCD Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18 General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18 LCD Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18 Retrofitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18 LCD Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18 Ground the Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19 How to Ground the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19

Safety messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Device Network Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 AMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Field Communicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Configuration Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Basic Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Volume Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Configuration using a Field Communicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Basic Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Transmitter Variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Measurement Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Tank Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Probe Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Probe Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Product Dielectric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Vapor Dielectric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Measurement Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 Probe Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 Maximum Upper Product Thickness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 Volume Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13 Transmitter Variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13 Volume Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13 Tank Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13 Tank Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13 Strapping Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13 Verify Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14 Verification by LCD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14 Field Communicator Verification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14 Verification by Gateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15 Verification with AMS Wireless Configurator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16

Safety Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

LCD Screen Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Startup Screen Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Display Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Diagnostic Button Screen Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

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SECTION 7

Service and

Troubleshooting

Network Connection Status Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Diagnostic Button Screen Sequence (continued). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

Device Alert Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9

Power Module Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

Safety messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Advanced Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 User defined Upper Reference Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Plotting the Measurement Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 Interface Measurements for Semi-Transparent Bottom Products . 7-5 High Level Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 Interface Measurements with Fully Immersed Probes . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 Level and Distance Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 Disturbances at the Top of the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10 Amplitude Threshold Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12 Logging Measurement Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14 Saving the Transmitter Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15 Removing the Transmitter Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17 Changing the Probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18 Diagnostic Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19 Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21

APPENDIX A

Reference Data

APPENDIX B

Product Certifications

Safety Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1

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Section 1

Introduction

SAFETY MESSAGES

Safety Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1-1 Manual Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1-2 Service Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1-3 Product Recycling/Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1-3

Procedures and instructions in this manual may require special precautions to ensure the safety of the personnel performing the operations. Information that raises potential safety issues is indicated by a warning symbol (). Refer to the safety messages listed at the beginning of each section before performing an operation preceded by this symbol.

Failure to follow these installation guidelines could result in death or serious injury.

Make sure only qualified personnel perform the installation.

Use the equipment only as specified in this manual. Failure to do so may impair the protection provided by the equipment.

Explosions could result in death or serious injury.

Verify that the operating environment of the transmitter is consistent with the appropriate hazardous locations certifications.

Before connecting a HART®-based communicator in an explosive atmosphere, make sure the instruments in the loop are installed in accordance with intrinsically safe or non-incendive field wiring practices.

Electrical shock could cause death or serious injury.

Use extreme caution when making contact with the leads and terminals.

Any substitution of non-recognized parts may jeopardize safety. Repair, e.g. substitution of components etc., may also jeopardize safety and is under no circumstances allowed.

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MANUAL OVERVIEW

This manual provides installation, configuration and maintenance information for the Rosemount 3308 transmitter.

Section 2: Transmitter Overview

Theory of operation

Application examples

System architecture

Process and vessel characteristics

Description of the transmitter

Section 3: Wireless Configuration

Mounting considerations

Mechanical installation

Electrical installation

Section 4: Installation

Mounting considerations

Mechanical installation

Electrical installation

Section 5: Start-Up/Commissioning

Configuration instructions

Configuration using the HART Communicator

Configuration using the RCT software

Section 6: Operation and Maintenance

Display functionality

Error messages

Alarm and write protection

Section 7: Service and Troubleshooting

Advanced configuration

Service

Diagnostic messages

Appendix A: Reference Data

Specifications

Ordering Information

Appendix B: Product Certifications

Examples of labels

EU conformity

European ATEX Directive information

FM approvals

CSA approvals

Approval drawings

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SERVICE SUPPORT

To expedite the return process outside of the United States, contact the nearest Emerson Process Management representative.

Within the United States, call the Emerson Process Management Instrument and Valves Response Center using the 1-800-654-RSMT (7768) toll-free number. This center, available 24 hours a day, will assist you with any needed information or materials.

The center will ask for product model and serial numbers, and will provide a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. The center will also ask for the process material to which the product was last exposed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Individuals who handle products exposed to a hazardous substance can avoid injury if

 

 

they are informed of and understand the hazard. If the product being returned was

 

 

exposed to a hazardous substance as defined by Occupational Safety and Health

 

 

Administration (OSHA), a copy of the required Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for

 

 

each hazardous substance identified must be included with the returned goods.

 

 

 

 

 

Emerson Process Management Instrument and Valves Response Center

 

representatives will explain the additional information and procedures

 

necessary to return goods exposed to hazardous substances.

PRODUCT

Recycling of equipment and packaging should be taken into consideration

RECYCLING/DISPOSAL

and disposed of in accordance with local and national legislation/regulations.

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Section 2

Transmitter Overview

SAFETY MESSAGES

Warnings

Safety Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2-1 Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2-3 Application Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2-3 System Architecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2-6 Vessel Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2-9 Probe Selection Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2-11 Service Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2-13 Product Recycling/Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2-13

Instructions and procedures in this section may require special precautions to ensure the safety of the personnel performing the operations. Information that potentially raises safety issues is indicated by a warning symbol (). Please refer to the following safety messages before performing an operation preceded by this symbol.

Failure to follow these installation guidelines could result in death or serious injury:

• Only qualified personnel should perform the installation

Explosions could result in death or serious injury:

Installation of this transmitter in an explosive environment must be in accordance with the appropriate local, national, and international standards, codes, and practices. Please review the Product Certifications section for any restrictions associated with a safe installation.

Before connecting a Field Communicator in an explosive atmosphere, make sure that the instruments are installed in accordance with intrinsically safe or non-incendive field wiring practices

Process leaks may cause harm or result in death:

Do not remove the transmitter while in operation

Install the transmitter prior to process start-up

Electrical shock could cause death or serious injury:

Avoid contact with the leads and terminals. High voltage that may be present on leads can cause electrical shock

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device must be installed to ensure a minimum antenna separation distance of 20 cm (8 in.) from all persons.

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ROSEMOUNT 3308

Features of the Rosemount 3308 Wireless Guided Wave Radar include:

An installation-ready solution that provides a variety of mounting options, transmitter configurations, and switches

Flexibility to meet your most demanding applications

Wireless output with >99% data reliability delivers rich HART® data, protected by industry leading security

Single or dual switch input with logic for limit contact and opposing contact applications

The integral LCD conveniently displays the primary switch input and diagnostics of the transmitter

Simple and easy installation practices currently being used for robust installations

Smart Wireless delivers innovative wireless solutions for level measurement and overall transmitter performance

Self-organizing network delivers information rich data with >99% data reliability and establishes a highly stable network

Smart Wireless capabilities extend the full benefits of PlantWeb® to previously inaccessible temperature measurement locations

Emerson SmartPower™ Solutions provide an intrinsically safe Power Module, allowing field replacements without removing the transmitter from the process, keeping personnel safe, and reducing maintenance costs

Emerson Process Management's layered approach to wireless network security ensures that data transmissions are secure

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THEORY OF OPERATION The Rosemount 3308 Wireless Guided Wave Radar Level Transmitter is a

 

continuous level transmitter that is based on Time Domain Reflectometry

 

(TDR) principles. Low power nano-second-pulses are guided along a probe

 

immersed in the process media. When a pulse reaches the surface of the

 

material it is measuring, part of the energy is reflected back to the transmitter,

 

and the time difference between the generated and reflected pulse is

 

converted into a distance from which the total level or interface level is

 

calculated (see below).

 

The reflectivity of the product is a key parameter for measurement

 

performance. A high dielectric constant of the media gives better reflection

 

and a longer measuring range. A calm surface gives better reflection than a

 

turbulent surface.

Figure 2-1. Measurement

Principle.

Signal Amplitude

Reference Pulse

Level

Interface Level

Time

APPLICATION

The Rosemount 3308 transmitter is suited for aggregate (total) level

EXAMPLES

measurements on most liquids, semi-liquids, and liquid/liquid interfaces.

 

Guided microwave technology offers highest reliability and precision which

 

ensure measurements are virtually unaffected by temperature, pressure,

 

vapor gas mixtures, density, turbulence, bubbling/boiling, low level, varying

 

dielectric media, pH, and viscosity.

 

Guided wave radar technology in combination with advanced signal

 

processing make the Rosemount 3308 transmitter suitable for a wide range of

 

applications.

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Boiling conditions with vapor and turbulence

For these applications the Coaxial probe is particularly suitable.

Bridle applications

The Rosemount 3308 transmitter is well suited for bridle applications, such as distillation columns.

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Separator tanks

The Rosemount 3308 measures both level and interface level.

Underground tanks

The Rosemount 3308 transmitter is a good choice for underground tanks since it is installed on the tank top with the radar pulse concentrated near the probe. It can be equipped with probes that are unaffected by high and narrow openings or nearby objects.

Small ammonia, NGL and LPG tanks

Guided wave radar technology is a good choice for reliable measurements in small ammonia, NGL and LPG tanks.

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SYSTEM

ARCHITECTURE

Figure 2-2. System architecture.

The Rosemount 3308 transmitter is battery powered with wireless communication which means the unit works completely independent.

By using the optional HART Tri-loop, it is possible to convert the HART signal to up to three additional 4-20 mA analog signals.

With the HART protocol it is possible to use multidrop configuration. In this case communication is restricted to digital since current is fixed to the 4 mA minimum value.

The transmitter can be connected to display Rosemount 751 Field Signal Indicator or it can be equipped with an integral display.

The transmitter can easily be configured by using the AMS suite software or by using a Field Communicator. A PC with the Radar Configuration Tool software can also be used for configuration.

For HART communication a minimum load resistance of 250 within the loop is required.

Rosemount 3308 Wireless

Guided Wave Radar Transmitter

Smart Wireless Gateway

Integral

Display

Field Communicator

AMS Suite

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Interface

Rosemount 3308 is the ideal choice for measuring the interface of oil and

 

water, or other liquids with significant dielectric differences.

Figure 2-3. Interface

 

measurement with a

 

Rosemount 3308

 

Level

 

 

 

 

Interface Level

 

 

 

Level = Interface Level

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

All probes can be used for measuring interfaces. The coaxial probe is the preferred choice for clean liquids and when the bridle is not fully immersed. In applications with a fully immersed probe, the twin lead probes are recommended for nozzle installations, and the rigid single lead probe is best for bridle mounting.

For measuring the interface level, the transmitter uses the residual wave of the first reflection. Part of the wave, which was not reflected at the upper product surface, continues until it is reflected at the lower product surface. The speed of this wave depends fully on the dielectric constant of the upper product.

If interface is to be measured, the following criteria have to be fulfilled:

The dielectric constant of the upper product must be known. The Radar Configuration Tools software has a built-in dielectric constant calculator to assist users in determining the dielectric constant of the upper product.

The dielectric constant of the upper product must have a lower dielectric constant than the lower product in order to have a distinct reflection.

The difference between the dielectric constants for the two products must be larger than 10.

Maximum dielectric constant for the upper product is 10 for the coaxial probe and 5 for twin lead probes.

The upper product thickness must be larger than 8 inches (0.2 m) for the flexible twin lead probe and 4 inches (0.1 m) for the rigid twin lead and coaxial probes in order to distinguish the echoes of the two liquids.

The maximum allowable upper product thickness/measuring range is primarily determined by the dielectric constants of the two liquids.

Target applications include interfaces between oil/oil-like and water/water-like liquids. For such applications the upper product dielectric constant is low (<3) and the lower product dielectric constant is high (>20), and the maximum measuring range is only limited by the length of the coaxial and rigid twin lead probes.

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Emulsion Layers

Sometimes there is an emulsion layer (mix of the products) between the two products which, depending on its characteristics, will affect interface measurements.

Please consult factory for guidelines on how to handle emulsion layers.

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VESSEL

 

CHARACTERISTICS

 

Heating Coils, Agitators

Tank Shape

The Rosemount 3308 transmitter is relatively insensitive to objects in the tank since the radar signal is transmitted along a probe.

Avoid physical contact between probes and agitators as well as applications with strong fluid movement unless the probe is anchored. If the probe can move within 1 ft (30 cm) away from any object, such as an agitator, during operation then probe tie-down is recommended.

In order to stabilize the probe for side forces, it is possible to hang a weight at the probe end (flexible probes only) or fix/guide the probe to the tank bottom.

The guided wave radar transmitter is insensitive to the tank shape. Since the radar signal travels along a probe, the shape of the tank bottom has virtually no effect on the measurement performance. The transmitter handles flat or dish-bottom tanks equally well.

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COMPONENTS OF THE TRANSMITTER

Figure 2-4. Transmitter components.

The Rosemount 3308 transmitter has an aluminum transmitter housing which contains advanced electronics for signal processing.

The radar electronics produces an electromagnetic pulse which is guided by the probe.

There are different probe types available for various applications: Flexible Twin Lead, Rigid Single Lead, Flexible Single Lead, and Coaxial.

 

Dual Compartment Housing

 

Threaded Process

 

Connections

Radar Electronics

Flanged Process

Connections

Probe

BSP (G)

NPT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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PROBE SELECTION GUIDE

Use the following guidelines to choose appropriate probe for your Rosemount 3308 transmitter:

Table 2-1. Probe selection guide. G=Good, NR=Not Recommended, AD=Application Dependent (consult factory)

 

Coaxial

Rigid Twin Lead

Flexible Twin Lead

Rigid Single Lead

Flexible Single Lead

 

 

Measurements

 

 

Level

G

G

G

G

G

Interface (liquid/liquid)

G(1)

G

G

NR

NR

 

 

Process Medium

Characteristics

 

 

Changing density

G

G

G

G

G

Changing dielectric(2)

G

G

G

G

G

Wide pH variations

G

G

G

G

G

Pressure changes

G

G

G

G

G

Temperature changes

G

G

G

G

G

Condensing vapors

G

G

G

G

G

Bubbling/boiling surfaces

G

G

AD

G

AD

Foam (mechanical

AD

NR

NR

NR

NR

avoidance)

 

 

 

 

 

Foam (top of foam

NR

AD

AD

AD

AD

measurement)

 

 

 

 

 

Foam (foam and liquid

NR

AD

AD

NR

NR

measurement)

 

 

 

 

 

Clean liquids

G

G

G

G

G

Liquid with dielectric<2.5

G

AD

AD

AD(3)

NR

Coating liquids

NR

NR

NR

AD

AD

Viscous liquids

NR

AD

AD

AD

G

Crystallizing liquids

NR

NR

NR

AD

AD

Solids/Powders

NR

NR

NR

AD

AD

Fibrous liquids

NR

NR

NR

G

G

 

 

Tank Environment

Considerations

 

 

Probe is close

 

 

 

 

 

(<12 in./30 cm) to tank wall

G

AD

AD

NR

NR

/ disturbing objects

 

 

 

 

 

High turbulence

G

G

AD

G

AD

Turbulent conditions

NR

NR

AD

NR

AD

causing breaking forces

 

 

 

 

 

Long and small mounting

 

 

 

 

 

nozzles

 

 

 

 

 

(diameter <6 in./15 cm,

G

AD

NR

NR

NR

height>diameter + 4 in./10

 

 

 

 

 

cm)

 

 

 

 

 

Probe might touch nozzle /

G

NR

NR

NR

NR

disturbing object

 

 

 

 

 

Liquid or vapor spray might

G

NR

NR

NR

NR

touch probe

 

 

 

 

 

Disturbing EMC

AD

NR

NR

NR

NR

environment in tank

 

 

 

 

 

(1)Not in fully immersed applications.

(2)For overall level applications a changing dielectric has no effect on the measurement. For interface measurements a changing dielectric of the top fluid will degrade the accuracy of the interface measurement.

(3)OK when installed in pipe.

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Transition Zones

The measuring range depends on probe type and properties of the product. The Upper Transition Zone is the minimum measurement distance between the upper reference point and the product surface. The Upper Transition Zone varies between 4 - 20 in. (0.1 and 0.5 m) depending on probe type and product.

At the end of the probe the measuring range is reduced by the Lower Transition Zone. The Lower Transition Zone also varies depending on probe type and product.

Figure 2-5 illustrates how the measuring range is related to the Transition Zones:

Figure 2-5. Transition Zones

Upper Reference Point

 

Upper Transition Zone

20mA

 

100%

Maximum Measuring

-

Range

Range 0

 

4mA

 

 

Lower Transition Zone

Table 2-2. Transition Zones for different probe types

 

Dielectric

Coaxial Probe

Flexible Twin

Rigid Single

Flexible Single

 

Constant

 

Lead Probe

Lead Probe

Lead Probe

Upper

2

TO BE ADDED

 

 

 

Transition Zone

80

 

 

 

 

Lower

2

 

 

 

 

Transition Zone

80

 

 

 

 

NOTE

The measurement accuracy is reduced in the Transition Zones. It may even be impossible to make any measurements at all in those regions. Therefore, the alarm limit points should be configured outside the Transition Zones.

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SERVICE SUPPORT

To expedite the return process outside of North America, contact your Emerson Process Management representative,

Within the United States, call the Emerson Process Management Response Center toll-free number 1 800 654 7768. The center, which is available 24 hours a day, will assist you with any needed information or materials.

The center will ask for product model and serial numbers, and will provide a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. The center will also ask for the process material to which the product was last exposed.

Individuals who handle products exposed to a hazardous substance can avoid injury if they are informed of, and understand, the hazard. If the product being returned was exposed to a hazardous substance as defined by OSHA, a copy of the required Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for each hazardous substance identified must be included with the returned goods.

 

SHIPPING CONSIDERATIONS FOR WIRELESS PRODUCTS (LITHIUM

 

BATTERIES)

 

The unit was shipped with the Power Module not installed. Please remove the

 

Power Module from the unit before shipping.

 

Each Power Module contains two "C" size primary lithium/thionyl chloride

 

batteries. Primary lithium batteries (charged or discharged) are regulated

 

during transportation by the U.S. Department of Transportation. They are also

 

covered by IATA (International Air Transport Association), ICAO (International

 

Civil Aviation Organization), and ARD (European Ground Transportation of

 

Dangerous Goods). It is the responsibility of the shipper to ensure compliance

 

with these or any other local requirements. Consult current regulations and

 

requirements before shipping.

PRODUCT

 

Recycling of equipment and packaging should be taken into consideration

RECYCLING/DISPOSAL

and disposed of in accordance with local and national legislation/regulations.

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Section 3

Wireless Configuration

SAFETY MESSAGES

Warnings

Safety Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3-1 Wireless Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3-2 Power Module Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3-5 Device Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3-6 Device Network Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3-6 Remove Power Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3-7

Instructions and procedures in this section may require special precautions to ensure the safety of the personnel performing the operations. Information that potentially raises safety issues is indicated by a warning symbol (). Please refer to the following safety messages before performing an operation preceded by this symbol.

Failure to follow these installation guidelines could result in death or serious injury:

• Only qualified personnel should perform the installation

Explosions could result in death or serious injury:

Installation of this transmitter in an explosive environment must be in accordance with the appropriate local, national, and international standards, codes, and practices. Please review the Product Certifications section for any restrictions associated with a safe installation.

Before connecting a Field Communicator in an explosive atmosphere, make sure that the instruments are installed in accordance with intrinsically safe or non-incendive field wiring practices

Process leaks may cause harm or result in death:

Do not remove the transmitter while in operation

Install the transmitter prior to process start-up

Electrical shock could cause death or serious injury:

Avoid contact with the leads and terminals. High voltage that may be present on leads can cause electrical shock

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device must be installed to ensure a minimum antenna separation distance of 20 cm (8 in.) from all persons.

Probe Connection; warnings associated with probe connections

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WIRELESS CONSIDERATIONS

General

The Wireless Guided Wave Radar Transmitter has the capability to measure level, distance, interface level or volume. The Rosemount 3308 converts the measurement data into mapped variables and diagnostic information that are transmitted through a wireless signal.

Power Up Sequence

The Smart Wireless Gateway (Gateway) should be installed and functioning properly before any wireless field devices are powered. Install the Black Power Module, SmartPower™ Solutions model number 701PBKKF into the 3308 transmitter to power the device. Wireless devices should also be powered up in order of proximity from the Gateway, beginning with the closest. This will result in a simpler and faster network installation. Enable Active Advertising on the Gateway to ensure that new devices join the network faster. For more information, see the Gateway Product Manual (Document Number 00809-0200-4420).

Antenna Position

The antenna should be positioned vertically, either straight up or straight down. It should be approximately 3 ft (1 m) from any large structure, building, or conductive surface to allow for clear communication to other devices.

Figure 3-1. Recommended

Antenna Position

Conduit Entries

Unit comes with both conduit entries sealed with conduit plugs using an approved thread sealant.

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Figure 3-2. Conduit Entries

 

Conduit Entry Conduit Entry

Field Communicator Connections

The Power Module needs to be installed in the device for the Field Communicator to interface with the Rosemount 3308 transmitter. This transmitter uses the Black Power Module; please order model number 701PBKKF. Field communication with this device requires a HART-based Field Communicator using the correct Rosemount 3308 Wireless DD. Field communicator connections are located on the terminal block. The correct DD for the available protocol should be selected. Refer to Figure 3-3 for instructions on connecting the Field Communicator to the Rosemount 3308.

Figure 3-3. Field Communicator

Connection Diagram

P/N 00753-9200-2410

Mechanical

Location

 

When choosing an installation location and position, take into account access

 

to the transmitter for easy Power Module replacement. For best performance,

 

the antenna should be vertical with space between objects in a parallel metal

 

plane, such as a pipe or metal framework, as the pipes or framework may

 

adversely affect the antenna's performance.

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Electrical

The Rosemount 3308 Wireless Guided Wave Radar transmitter is

 

self-powered. The Black Power Module contains two "C" size primary

 

lithium/thionyl chloride batteries. Each battery contains approximately 2.5

 

grams of lithium, for a total of 5 grams in each Power Module. Under normal

 

conditions, the battery materials are self-contained and are not reactive as

 

long as the batteries and the Power Module are maintained. Care should be

 

taken to prevent thermal, electrical, or mechanical damage. Contacts should

 

be protected to prevent premature discharge.

 

Use caution when handling the power module; it may be damaged if dropped

 

from heights in excess of 20 ft (6.10 m).

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