VEGA MIPT61 User Manual

Operating Instructions

VEGAMIP T61

Emitting unit

Document ID:

36998

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Contents

Contents

1 About this document

1.1 Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.2 Target group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.3 Symbolism used. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 For your safety

2.1 Authorised personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.2 Appropriate use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.3 Warning about misuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.4 General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.5 CE conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6 Radio license for Europe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7 Radio license for USA/Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.8 Environmental instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 Product description

3.1 Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.2 Principle of operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.3 Packaging, transport and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.4 Accessories and replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 Mounting

4.1 General instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.2 Instructions for installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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5 Connecting to power supply

5.1 Preparing the connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.2 Connection procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.3 Wiring plan, single chamber housing . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6 Setup

6.1 Adjustment elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7 Maintenance and fault rectification

7.1 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.2 Remove interferences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.3 Exchange of the electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.4 How to proceed in case of repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8 Dismounting

8.1 Dismounting steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.2 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9 Supplement

9.1 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9.2 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Safety instructions for Ex areas

Please note the Ex-specific safety information for installation and
operation in Ex areas. These safety instructions are part of the
operating instructions manual and come with the Ex-approved
instruments.

Editing status: 2012-02-14

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1 About this document

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
instructions for maintenance and fault rectification. Please read this
information 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 qualified
personnel. The contents of this manual should be made available to
these personnel and put into practice by them.

1.3 Symbolism 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.

l List

The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence.

à Action

This arrow indicates a single action.

1 Sequence

Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure.

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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

The VEGAMIP 61 is a sensor for level detection.

You can find detailed information on the application range 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 misuse

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 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
regulations.

The safety instructions in this operating instructions manual, the
national 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. Arbitrary
conversions or modifications are explicitly forbidden.

The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must also
be observed.

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2 For your safety

The emitting frequencies of the sensors depend on the model, but are

all in the K band range. The low transmitting power lies far below the
internationally permitted limit value. When the instrument is used
correctly, it presents no danger to human health. It may be operated
without restriction outside of closed vessels.

2.5 CE conformity

The device fulfills the legal requirements of the applicable EC
guidelines. By affixing the CE marking, VEGA confirms successful
testing of the product.

Only with class A instruments:

The device is a class A instrument designed for use in an industrial
environment. When used in a different environment, e.g., in a living
area, the electromagnetic compatibility must be ensured by the user. If
necessary, suitable screening measures against conducted and
emitted disturbances must be taken.

You can find the conformity certificate in the download section under
www.vega.com.

2.6 Radio license for Europe

The instrument is approved according to EN 300440-1 V1.5.1 (2009-

03) and EN 300440-2 V1.531 (2009-03) and can be used without radio

limitations.

2.7 Radio license for USA/Canada

Operation is only permitted if the following two conditions are fulfilled:

l The instrument must not emit interference radiation
l The instrument must operate without being affected by incoming

interference radiation, including such that may trigger unwanted
operating conditions.

The instrument is in conformity with the following regulations:

FCC: Part 15 of the FCC regulations

IC: RSS-210 Issue 7, RSS-GEN Issue 2 and RSS-102 Issue 4 of the IC

regulations.

Conversions or modifications of the instrument not expressly approved
by the manufacturer will lead to loss of the approval.

Before use, make sure that the respective approval numbers are
stated on the type label (see chapter "Configuration").

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2.8 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 protection.

The environment management system is certified according to DIN
EN ISO 14001.

Please help us fulfil this obligation by observing the environmental

instructions in this manual:

l Chapter "Packaging, transport and storage"
l Chapter "Disposal"

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3 Product description

3 Product description

3.1 Structure

Type label

Serial number

Scope of delivery

The type label contains the most important data for identification and
use of the instrument:

l Article number
l Serial number
l Technical data
l Article numbers, documentation

With the serial number, you can access the delivery data of the
instrument via

www.vega.com, "VEGA Tools" and "serial number
search". In addition to the type label outside, you can also find the
serial number on the inside of the instrument.

With the serial number of the instrument on the type label you have
access to the following data on our homepage:

l Article number of the instrument (HTML)
l Delivery date (HTML)
l Order-specific instrument features (HTML)
l Operating instructions at the time of shipment (PDF)
l Order-specific sensor data for an electronics exchange (XML)
l Test certificate "Measuring Accuracy" (PDF)

www.vega.com, "Service" "VEGA Tools" and "serial number

Go to

search".

The scope of delivery typically includes the following parts.

l Point level sensor VEGAMIP T61 (emitting unit)
l Documentation

- this operating instructions manual

- Supplementary instructions manual "Plug connector for level

sensors" (optional)

- Ex-specific "Safety instructions" (with Ex versions)

- if necessary, further certificates

l The corresponding receiving unit VEGAMIP R61 is described in a

separate operating instructions manual.

3.2 Principle of operation

Application area

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VEGAMIP 61 is a microwave barrier for level detection.

It is designed for industrial use in all areas of process technology and

can be used in bulk solids and liquids.

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3 Product description

Typical applications are overfill and dry run protection. With an

operating distance of 100 m, VEGAMIP 61 can be used, for example,
in bulk solids silos with large diameters. Thanks to its simple and
rugged measuring system, VEGAMIP 61 is virtually unaffected by the
process and the chemical and physical properties of the medium.

VEGAMIP 61 can also be used for detection of vehicles and ships or
for material recognition on conveyor belts.

It works even under extremely difficult conditions: different grain sizes,
contamination, extreme filling noise, high temperatures, strong dust
generation and abrasive products are all no problem for the
instrument.

The VEGAMIP 61 consists of the following components.

Fig. 1: VEGAMIP 61 with plastic housing

1 Emitting unit VEGAMIP T61
2 Receiving unit VEGAMIP R61 with control electronics
3 Housing cover
4 Housing with control electronics
5 Process fitting

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