Radar sensor for continuous level
measurement of liquids
VEGAPULS 62 standpipe version
4 … 20 mA/HART - four-wire
Document ID: 36508
Quick start
Mounting
Connect electrically
Quick start
The quick start enables a quick setup with many applications. You
can nd further information in the respective chapters of the operating
instructions manual.
1. In case of turbulences or strong product movement in the vessel,
long standpipe antennas should be fastened to the vessel wall.
2. The measurement is only possible inside the tube, the standpipe
antenna must hence reach up to the requested min. level
For further information see chapter "Mounting".
1. Make sure that the power supply corresponds to the specications on the type label.
2. Connect the instrument according to the following illustration
4...20mA
power supply
( )
+
(-)
1
2
/L
/N
PE
Fig. 1: Connection compartment with double chamber housing with mains
voltage
For further information see chapter "Connecting to power supply".
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active
67 8
passive
common
IS GND
Set parameters
Further steps
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The instrument is preset by default with the suitable parameters for
"Application", "Min. adjustment" and "Max. adjustment".
For adaptation of the parameter "Medium" you have to proceed as
follows:
1. Go via the indicating and adjustment module to the menu "Setup".
2. In the menu item "Medium"you select the medium of your application, for example "Solvent".
1. In the menu "Additional settings", menu item "Damping" you have
to adjust the requested damping of the output signal.
2. Select the output characteristics in the menu item "Current out-put".
The quick start is then nished. For further information see chapter
"Parameter adjustment".
Please note the Ex-specic 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.
This operating instructions manual provides all the information you
need for mounting, connection and setup as well as important instructions for maintenance and fault rectication. 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 qualied
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.
List
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The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence.
Action
→
This arrow indicates a single action.
1 Sequence
Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure.
Battery disposal
This symbol indicates special information about the disposal of batteries and accumulators.
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
VEGAPULS 62 is a sensor for continuous level measurement.
You can nd detailed information on the application range in chapter
"Product description".
Operational reliability is ensured only if the instrument is properly
used according to the specications in the operating instructions
manual as well as possible supplementary instructions.
2.3 Warning about incorrect use
Inappropriate or incorrect use of the instrument can give rise to
application-specic hazards, e.g. vessel overll 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 awless 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 modications are explicitly forbidden.
The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must also
be observed.
Depending on the instrument version, the emitting frequencies are in
the C or K band range. The low emitting frequencies are far below the
internationally approved limit values. When used correctly, there is no
danger to health.
The device fullls the legal requirements of the applicable EC guidelines. By axing the CE marking, we conrm successful testing of the
product.
You can nd the conformity certicate in the download section of our
homepage.
The instrument is designed for use in an industrial environment.
Nevertheless, electromagnetic interference from electrical conductors
and radiated emissions must be taken into account, as is usual with a
class A instrument according to EN 61326-1. If the instrument is used
in a dierent environment, its electromagnetic compatibility with other
devices must be ensured by suitable measures.
2.6 NAMUR recommendations
NAMUR is the automation technology user association in the process
industry in Germany. The published NAMUR recommendations are
accepted as the standard in eld instrumentation.
The device fullls the requirements of the following NAMUR recom-
mendations:
NE 21 – Electromagnetic compatibility of equipment
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NE 43 – Signal level for malfunction information from measuring
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transducers
NE 53 – Compatibility of eld devices and indicating/adjustment
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components
NE 107 - Self-monitoring and diagnosis of eld devices
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For further information see www.namur.de.
2.7 Radio license for Europe
The instrument is approved according to EN 302372-1/2 (2006-04)
for use in closed vessels.
2.8 Radio license for USA/Canada
The instrument is in conformity with part 15 of the FCC regulations.
Take note of the following two regulations:
The instrument must not cause any interfering emissions
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The device must be insensitive to interfering immissions, including
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those that may cause undesirable operating conditions
Modications not expressly approved by the manufacturer will lead to
expiry of the operating licence according to FCC/IC.
The instrument is in conformity with RSS-210 of the IC regulations.
The instrument may only be used in closed vessels made of metal,
concrete, or bre-reinforced plastic.
2.9 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 pro-
The type label contains the most important data for identication and
use of the instrument:
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Fig. 2: Layout of the type label (example)
1 Instrument type
2 Product code
3 Approvals
4 Power supply and signal output, electronics
5 Protection rating
6 Measuring range
7 Process and ambient temperature, process pressure
8 Material, wetted parts
9 Hardware and software version
10 Order number
11 Serial number of the instrument
12 Symbol of the device protection class
13 ID numbers, instrument documentation
14 Note to observe the instrument documentation
With the serial number of the instrument on the type label you have
access to the following data on our homepage:
Article number of the instrument (HTML)
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Delivery date (HTML)
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Order-specic instrument features (HTML)
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Operating instructions at the time of shipment (PDF)
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Order-specic sensor data for an electronics exchange (XML)
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Test certicate "Measuring Accuracy" (PDF)
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For this purpose, move to www.vega.com and "VEGATools".
This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument
versions:
Hardware from 2.1.0
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Software from 4.5.1
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3 Product description
Electronics versions
Scope of delivery
Application area
The instrument is available in two dierent electronics versions. Each
version can be identied via the product code on the type label as
well as on the electronics.
Standard electronics type PS60HK.-
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Electronics with increased sensitivity type PS60HS.-
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The scope of delivery encompasses:
Radar sensor
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Documentation
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– this operating instructions manual– Test certicate Measurement accuracy, depending on the
instrument VEGAPULS 62 (optional)
– Operating instructions manual "Indicating and adjustment
module" (optional)
– Ex-specic "Safety instructions" (with Ex versions)– if necessary, further certicates
3.2 Principle of operation
The instrument is suitable for applications with liquids in storage tanks
and process vessels under dicult process conditions. Application
possibilities can be found in the chemical industry, in environmental
and recycling technology as well as in the petrochemical industry.
The version with standpipe antenna is particularly suitable for
measurement of solvents and liquid gases, for vessels with foam
generation or for measurement of products with low dielectric values
(DK > 1.6).
Measurement in a standpipe is not recommended for extremely
adhesive products.
The standard electronics enables the use of instruments in products
with an ε
enables the use of the instrument also in applications with very poor
reective properties or products with an εr value ≥1.5. The values that
can be actually reached depend on the measurement conditions, the
antenna system or the standpipe or bypass tube.
-Wert ≥1.8. The electronics version with increased sensitivity
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Functional principle
Packaging
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The antenna of the radar sensor emits short radar pulses with a
duration of approx. 1 ns. These pulses are reected by the product
and received by the antenna as echoes. The transit time of the radar
pulses from emission to reception is proportional to the distance and
hence to the level. The determined level is converted into an appropriate output signal and outputted as measured value.
3.3 Packaging, transport and storage
Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport. Its
capacity to handle normal loads during transport is assured by a test
according to DIN EN 24180.
The packaging of standard instruments consists of environmentfriendly, recyclable cardboard. For special versions, PE foam or PE
The interface adapter VEGACONNECT enables the connection of
communication-capable instruments to the USB interface of a PC. For
parameter adjustment of these instruments, an adjustment software
such as PACTware with VEGA-DTM is required.
You can nd further information in the operating instructions "Interface adapterVEGACONNECT" (Document-ID 32628).
VEGADIS 61 is an external indicating and adjustment unit for sensors
with single chamber housing and Ex-d double chamber housing.
It is suitable for measured value indication and adjustment of plics
sensors and is connected to the sensor with a four-wire standard
cable up to 50 m long.
You can nd further information in the operating instructions "VE-GADIS61" (Document-ID 27720).
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3 Product description
External indicating and
adjustment unit with
HART protocol
External radio unit
Protective cover
Flanges
Electronics module
VEGADIS 62 is suitable for measured value indication and adjustment
of sensors with HART protocol. It is looped into the 4 … 20 mA/HART
signal cable.
You can nd further information in the operating instructions "VE-GADIS62" (Document-ID 36469).
The PLICSMOBILE T61 is an external GSM/GPRS radio unit for
transmission of measured values and for remote parameter adjustment of plics
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sensors. The adjustment is carried out via PACTware/
DTM by using the integrated USB connection.
You can nd further information in the supplementary instructions
"PLICSMOBILET61" (Document-ID 36849).
The protective cover protects the sensor housing against soiling and
intense heat from solar radiation.
You will nd additional information in the supplementary instructions
manual "Protective cover" (Document-ID 34296).
Screwed anges are available in dierent versions according to the
following standards: DIN 2501, EN 1092-1, ANSI B 16.5, JIS B 22101984, GOST 12821-80.
You can nd additional information in the supplementary instructions
manual "FlangesaccordingtoDIN-EN-ASME-JIS" (Document-ID
31088).
The electronics module VEGAPULS series 60 is a replacement part
for radar sensors of VEGAPULS series 60. There is a dierent version
available for each type of signal output.
You can nd further information in the operating instructions "Elec-tronicsmoduleVEGAPULSseries60" (Document-ID 36801).
With instruments with threaded process tting, suitable tools must be
applied for tightening the hexagon.
Warning:
The housing must not be used to screw the instrument in! Applying
tightening force can damage internal parts of the housing.
Moisture
Suitability for the process
conditions
Installation
Use the recommended cables (see chapter "Connecting to power
supply") and tighten the cable gland.
You can give your instrument additional protection against moisture
penetration by leading the connection cable downward in front of the
cable entry. Rain and condensation water can thus drain o. This applies mainly to outdoor mounting as well as installation in areas where
high humidity is expected (e.g. through cleaning processes) or on
cooled or heated vessels.
Make sure that all parts of the instrument exposed to the process, in
particular the active measuring component, process seal and process
tting, are suitable for the existing process conditions. These include
above all the process pressure, process temperature as well as the
chemical properties of the medium.
You can nd the specications in chapter "Technicaldata" and on the
type label.
4.2 Instructions for installation
By using the standpipe version, the inuence of turbulence and vessel installations, such as e.g. heating spirals or agitators, is excluded.
If turbulence or vigorous product movement occurs in the vessel, long
standpipe antennas should be fastened to the vessel wall.
The standpipe antenna must extend all the way down to the requested min. level, as measurement is only possible within the tube. If a
good mixing of the product is important, you should use a version with
perforated surge pipe.
Warning:
Remember that with the version with ¾" thread, a max. torque of
80 Nm (59 lbf ft) must not be exceeded.
Always keep in mind the following safety instructions:
Connect only in the complete absence of line voltage
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If overvoltage surges are expected, overvoltage arresters should
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be installed
Voltage supply via mains
voltage
Voltage supply via low
voltage
Select connection cable
Cable gland ½ NPT
In this case, the instrument is designed in protection class II. To maintain this protection class, it is absolutely necessary that the ground
conductor be connected to the internal ground terminal. Take note of
the general installation regulations.
Supply voltage and current output are carried on separate connection
cables if reliable separation is required. The supply voltage range can
dier depending on the instrument version.
The data for power supply are specied in chapter "Technicaldata".
In this case, the instrument is designed in protection class II. Generally connect the instrument to vessel ground (potential equalization)
or with plastic vessels to the next ground potential. For this purpose, a
ground terminal is located laterally on the instrument housing.
An approved, three-wire installation cable with PE conductor is
required for voltage supply with mains voltage.
The 4 … 20 mA current output is connected with standard two-wire
cable without screen. If electromagnetic interference is expected
which is above the test values of EN 61326-1 for industrial areas,
screened cable should be used.
Use cable with round cross-section. A cable outer diameter of
5 … 9 mm (0.2 … 0.35 in) ensures the seal eect of the cable gland.
If you are using cable with a dierent diameter or cross-section,
exchange the seal or use a suitable cable gland.
With plastic housing, the NPT cable gland or the Conduit steel tube
must be screwed without grease into the threaded insert.
Max. torque for all housings see chapter "Technicaldata"
Cable screening and
grounding
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If screened cable is necessary, connect the cable screen on both
ends to ground potential. In the sensor, the screen must be connected
directly to the internal ground terminal. The ground terminal on the
outside of the housing must be connected to the potential equalisation (low impedance).
If potential equalisation currents are expected, the connection on the
processing side must be made via a ceramic capacitor (e. g. 1 nF,
1500 V). The low frequency potential equalisation currents are thus
suppressed, but the protective eect against high frequency interference signals remains.
Signicant potential dierences exist inside galvanization plants as
well as on vessels with cathodic corrosion protection. Considerable
equalisation currents can ow over the cable screen if the screen is
grounded on both ends.
To avoid this in such applications, the cable screen must be connected to ground potential only at one end (in the switching cabinet). The
cable screen must not be connected to the internal ground terminal in
the sensor and the outer ground terminal on the housing must not be
connected to the potential equalisation!
Information:
The metal parts of the instrument (process tting, transmitter, concentric tube, etc.) are conductively connected with the inner and outer
ground terminal on the housing. This connection exists either directly
via connecting metallic parts or, in case of instruments with external
electronics, via the screen of the special connection cable.
You can nd specications on the potential connections inside the
instrument in chapter "Technicaldata".
5.2 Connecting
The voltage supply and signal output are connected via the spring-
loaded terminals in the housing.
The connection to the indicating and adjustment module or to the
interface adapter is carried out via contact pins in the housing.
Information:
The terminal block is pluggable and can be removed from the electronics. To do this, lift the terminal block with a small screwdriver and
pull it out. When inserting the terminal block again, you should hear it
snap in.
2. If an indicating and adjustment module is installed, remove it by
turning it slightly to the left.
3. Loosen compression nut of the cable entry
4. Remove approx. 10 cm (4 in) of the cable mantle, strip approx.
1 cm (0.4 in) of insulation from the ends of the individual wires
5. Insert the cable into the sensor through the cable entry
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5 Connecting to power supply
Fig. 3: Connection steps 5 and 6
6. Insert the wire ends into the terminals according to the wiring plan
Information:
Solid cores as well as exible cores with cable end sleeves are
inserted directly into the terminal openings. In case of exible cores
without end sleeves, press the terminal head with a small screwdriver;
the terminal opening is freed. When the screwdriver is released, the
terminal closes again.
You can nd further information to the max. wire cross-section under
"Technicaldata/Electromechanicaldata"
7. Check the hold of the wires in the terminals by lightly pulling on
them
8. Connect the screen to the internal ground terminal, connect the
outer ground terminal to potential equalisation
9. Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry. The seal ring must
completely encircle the cable
10. Place probably existing indicating and adjustment module back
on
11. Screw the housing cover back on
The electrical connection is hence nished.
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5.3 Wiring plan, double chamber housing
The following illustrations apply to the non-Ex as well as to the Ex-d
Fig. 6: Connection compartment with double chamber housing with low voltage
TerminalFunctionPolarity
1Voltage supply+/L
2Voltage supply-/N
54 … 20 mA output (active)+
64 … 20 mA output (passive)+
7Mass - output-
8Function ground with installa-
tion according to CSA
active
5
common
passive
67 8
IS GND
5.4 Switch-on phase
After connecting the instrument to power supply or after a voltage
recurrence, the instrument carries out a self-check for approx. 30 s:
Internal check of the electronics
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Indication of the instrument type, hardware and software version,
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measurement loop name on the display or PC
Indication of the status message "F 105 Determine measured
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value" on the display or PC
The output signal jumps to the set error current
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As soon as a plausible measured value is found, the corresponding
current is outputted to the signal cable. The value corresponds to the
actual level as well as the settings already carried out, e.g. factory
setting.
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment
module
6.1 Insert indicating and adjustment module
The indicating and adjustment module can be inserted into the sensor and removed any time. Four positions displaced by 90° can be
selected. It is not necessary to interrupt the power supply.
Proceed as follows:
1. Unscrew the housing cover
2. Place the indicating and adjustment module in the requested
position onto the electronics and turn to the right until it snaps in
3. Screw housing cover with inspection window tightly back on
Removal is carried out in reverse order.
The indicating and adjustment module is powered by the sensor, an
additional connection is not necessary.
Fig. 7: Insertion of the indicating and adjustment module with single chamber
housing into the electronics compartment
If you intend to retrot the instrument with an indicating and adjustment module for continuous measured value indication, a higher
cover with an inspection glass is required.
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– Edit parameter– Save value
[->] key:
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– Presentation change measured value– Select list entry– Select editing position
[+] key:
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– Change value of the parameter
[ESC] key:
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– interrupt input– Jump to next higher menu
Adjustment system
Main menu
The sensor is adjusted via the four keys of the indicating and adjust-
ment module. The LC display indicates the individual menu items. The
functions of the individual keys are shown in the above illustration.
Approx. 10 minutes after the last pressing of a key, an automatic reset
to measured value indication is triggered. Any values not conrmed
with [OK] will not be saved.
6.3 Parameter adjustment
Through the parameter adjustment the instrument is adapted to the
application conditions. The parameter adjustment is carried out via an
adjustment menu.
The main menu is divided into ve sections with the following func-
tions:
Setup: Settings, e.g., for measurement loop name, medium, application, vessel, adjustment, signal output
Display: Settings, e.g., for language, measured value display, lighting
Diagnosis: Information, e.g. on the instrument status, pointer, reli-
ability, simulation, echo curve
Further settings: Instrument unit, false signal suppression, linearisa-
tion curve, reset, date/time, reset, copy function
Info: Instrument name, hardware and software version, calibration
date, instrument features
Information:
In this operating instructions manual, the instrument-specic parameters in the menu sections "Setup", "Diagnosis" and "Additional set-tings" are described. The general parameters in these menu section
are described in the operating instructions manual "Indicating and adjustment module".
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module
You can nd in the operating instructions manual "Indicating and ad-justment module" also the description of the menu sections "Display"
and "Info".
In the main menu point "Setup", the individual submenu points should
be selected subsequently and provided with the correct parameters
to ensure the optimum adjustment of the measurement. The procedure is described in the following.
Setup/Medium
Setup/Adjustment
Each medium has dierent reection properties. With liquids, further
interfering factors are uctuation product surface and foam generation. With bulk solids, these are dust generation, material cone and
additional echoes from the vessel wall.
To adapt the sensor to these dierent measuring conditions, the
selection "Liquid" or "Bulk solid" should be made in this menu item.
Through this selection, the sensor is adapted perfectly to the product
and measurement reliability, particularly in products with poor reective properties, is considerably increased.
Enter the requested parameters via the appropriate keys, save your
settings with [OK] and jump to the next menu item with the [ESC] and
the [->] key.
Since a radar sensor is a distance measuring instrument, the distance
from the sensor to the product surface is measured. For indication of
the real level, an allocation of the measured distance to the percentage height must be carried out.
To perform the adjustment, enter the distance with full and empty vessel. For instruments with standpipe antenna, these values are already
preset by default, see the following example:
1 Min. level = max. meas. distance
2 Max. level = min. meas. distance
If these values are not known, an adjustment with the distances of for
example 10 % and 90 % is possible. Starting point for these distance
specications is always the seal surface of the thread or ange. By
means of these settings, the real level will be calculated.
The real product level during this adjustment is not important, because the min./max. adjustment is always carried out without changing the product level. These settings can be made ahead of time
without the instrument having to be installed.
Setup/Min. adjustment
Proceed as follows:
1. Select the menu item "Setup" with [->] and conrm with [OK].
Now select with [->] the menu item "Min. adjustment" and conrm
with [OK].
2. Edit the percentage value with [OK] and set the cursor to the
requested position with [->].
3. Set the requested percentage value with [+] and save with [OK].
The cursor jumps now to the distance value.
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4. Enter the suitable distance value in m for the empty vessel (e.g.
distance from the sensor to the vessel bottom) corresponding to
the percentage value.
5. Save settings with [OK] and move with [ESC] and [->] to the max.
adjustment.
Setup/Max. adjustment
Diagnosis/Peak value
Proceed as follows:
1. Select with [->] the menu item max. adjustment and conrm with
[OK].
2. Prepare the percentage value for editing with [OK] and set the
cursor to the requested position with [->].
3. Set the requested percentage value with [+] and save with [OK].
The cursor jumps now to the distance value.
4. Enter the appropriate distance value in m (corresponding to the
percentage value) for the full vessel. Keep in mind that the max.
level must lie below the min. distance to the antenna edge.
5. Save settings with [OK]
The respective min. and max. measured value is saved in the sensor.
The values are displayed in the menu item "Peak values".
Diagnosis/Measurement
reliability
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When non-contact level sensors are used, the measurement can be
inuenced by the respective process conditions. In this menu item,
the measurement reliability of the level echo is displayed as dB value.
The measurement reliability equals signal strength minus noise. The
higher the value, the more reliable the measurement. With a functioning measurement, the values are > 10 dB.
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module
Diagnoses/Curve indication
The "Echocurve" shows the signal strength of the echoes over the
measuring range in dB. The signal strength enables an evaluation of
the quality of the measurement.
The "False signal suppression" displays the saved false echoes (see
menu "Additional settings") of the empty vessel with signal strength in
"dB" over the measuring range.
A comparison of echo curve and false signal suppression allows a
more accurate conclusion on measurement reliability. The selected
curve is continuously updated. With the [OK] key, a submenu with
zoom functions is opened:
"X-Zoom": Zoom function for the meas. distance
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"Y-Zoom": 1, 2, 5 and 10x signal magnication in "dB"
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"Unzoom": Reset the presentation to the nominal measuring range
With the function "Echocurvememory" the echo curve can be saved
at the time of setup. This is generally recommended; for using the Asset Management functions it is absolutely necessary. If possible, the
curve should be saved with a low level in the vessel.
With the adjustment software PACTware and the PC, the high resolution echo curve can be displayed and used to recognize signal
changes over the operating time. In addition, the echo curve of the
setup can be also displayed in the echo curve window and compared
with the actual echo curve.
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6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module
Additional adjustments/
False signal suppression
The following circumstances cause interfering reections and can
inuence the measurement:
High sockets
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Vessel installations such as struts
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Agitators
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Buildup or welded joints on vessel walls
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Note:
A false signal suppression detects, marks and saves these false signals so that they are no longer taken into account for level measurement.
This should be done with the low level so that all potential interfering
reections can be detected.
Proceed as follows:
1. Select the menu item "Additional settins" with [->] and conrm
with [OK]. With [->] you have to select the menu item "False signal suppression" and conrm with [OK].
2. Conrm again with [OK].
3. Conrm again with [OK].
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4. Conrm again with [OK] and enter the actual distance from the
sensor to the product surface.
5. All interfering signals in this section are detected by the sensor
and stored after conrming with [OK].
Note:
Check the distance to the product surface, because if an incorrect
(too large) value is entered, the existing level will be saved as false
signal. The lling level would then no longer be detectable in this area.
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If a false signal suppression has already been created in the sensor,
the following menu window appears when selecting "False signal suppression":
The menu item "Delete" is used to completely delete an already created false signal suppression. This is useful if the saved false signal
suppression no longer matches the metrological conditions in the
vessel.
The menu item "Extend" is used to extend an already created false
signal suppression. This is useful if a false signal suppression was
carried out with a too high level and not all false signals could be detected. When selecting "Extend", the distance to the product surface
of the created false signal suppression is displayed. This value can
now be changed and the false signal suppression can be extended to
this range.
Additional adjustments/
Linearization curve
A linearization is necessary for all vessels in which the vessel volume
does not increase linearly with the level - e.g. in a horizontal cylindrical or spherical tank - and the indication or output of the volume is
required. Corresponding linearization curves are preprogrammed
for these vessels. They represent the correlation between the level
percentage and vessel volume.
By activating the appropriate curve, the volume percentage of the
vessel is displayed correctly. If the volume should not be displayed in
percent but e.g. in l or kg, a scaling can be also set in the menu item
"Display".
Enter the requested parameters via the appropriate keys, save your
settings and jump to the next menu item with the [ESC] and [->] key.
Caution:
Note the following if the instrument with corresponding approval is
used as part of an overll protection system according to WHG:
If a linearisation curve is selected, the measuring signal is no longer
linearly proportional to the level. This must be taken into consideration
by the user, particularly when setting the switching point on the level
switch.
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Additional adjustments/
Probe length
Additional adjustments
- Reset
With radar sensors with standpipe antenna, the sensor length is
already preset in this menu item. When shortening the standpipe
antenna afterwards, this value must be appropriately corrected.
When a reset is carried out, all settings (with only a few exceptions)
are reset. The exceptions are: PIN, language, lighting, SIL and HART
mode.
The following reset functions are available:
Delivery status: Restoring the parameter settings at the time of ship-
ment from the factory incl. the order-specic settings. A created false
signal suppression, user-programmable linearization curve as well as
the measured value memory will be deleted.
Basic settings: Resetting the parameter settings incl. special and
laboratory parameters to the default values of the respective instrument. A created false signal suppression, user programmable linearization curve as well as the measured value memory will be deleted.
Setup: Resetting of the parameter settings to the default values of the
respective instrument in the menu item Setup. User-generated false
signal suppression, user-programmed linearization curve, measured
value memory as well as event memory remain untouched. The
linearization is set to linear.
False signal suppression: Deleting a previously created false signal
suppression. The false signal suppression created in the factory
remains active.
Peak values distance: Resetting the measured min. and max. distances to the actual measured value.
The following table shows the default values of the instrument. Depending on the instrument version, not all menu items are available or
dierently assigned:
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module
MenuMenu itemDefault value
Lock operationReleased
DisplayLanguageLike order
Displayed valueDistance
Display unitm
Scaling sizeVolume
l
Scaling0.00 lin %, 0 l
100.00 lin %, 100 l
BacklightSwitched o
Additional adjust-
ments
Distance unitm
Temperature unit °C
Probe lengthLength of the standpipe Ex factory
Linearisation
curve
HART modeStandard
Linear
Address 0
6.4 Saving the parameter adjustment data
We recommended noting the adjusted data, e.g. in this operating
instructions manual, and archiving them afterwards. They are thus
available for multiple use or service purposes.
If the instrument is equipped with an indicating and adjustment
module, the data in the sensor can be saved in the indicating and
adjustment module. The procedure is described in the operating
instructions manual "Indicating and adjustment module" in the menu
item "Copy sensor data". The data remain there permanently even if
the sensor power supply fails.
The following data or settings for adjustment of the indicating and
adjustment module are saved:
All data of the menu "Setup" and "Display"
•
In the menu "Additional adjustments" the items "Sensor-specic
•
units, temperature unit and linearization"
The values of the user programmable linearisation curve
•
The function can also be used to transfer settings from one instrument to another instrument of the same type. If it is necessary to
exchange a sensor, the indicating and adjustment module is inserted
into the replacement instrument and the data are likewise written into
the sensor via the menu item "Copy sensor data".
With power supply units with integrated HART resistance (internal
resistance approx. 250 Ω), an additional external resistance is not
necessary. This applies, e.g. to the VEGA instruments VEGATRENN
149A, VEGAMET 381 and VEGAMET 391). Commercially available
Ex separators are also usually equipped with sucient current limitation resistance. In such cases, VEGACONNECT 4 can be connected
parallel to the 4 … 20 mA cable.
7.2 Parameter adjustment with PACTware
For parameter adjustment of the sensor via a Windows PC, the conguration software PACTware and a suitable instrument driver (DTM)
according to FDT standard are required. The up-to-date PACTware
version as well as all available DTMs are compiled in a DTM Collection. The DTMs can also be integrated into other frame applications
according to FDT standard.
Note:
To ensure that all instrument functions are supported, you should
always use the latest DTM Collection. Furthermore, not all described
functions are included in older rmware versions. You can download
the latest instrument software from our homepage. A description of
the update procedure is also available in the Internet.
Further setup steps are described in the operating instructions manual "DTMCollection/PACTware" attached to each DTM Collection and
which can also be downloaded from the Internet. Detailed descriptions are available in the online help of PACTware and the DTMs.
All device DTMs are available as a free-of-charge standard version
and as a full version that must be purchased. In the standard version,
all functions for complete setup are already included. An assistant for
simple project conguration simplies the adjustment considerably.
Saving/printing the project as well as import/export functions are also
part of the standard version.
In the full version there is also an extended print function for complete
project documentation as well as a save function for measured value
and echo curves. In addition, there is a tank calculation program as
well as a multiviewer for display and analysis of the saved measured
value and echo curves.
The standard version is available as a download under www.vega.
com/downloads and "Software". The full version is available on CD
from the agency serving you.
7.3 Saving the parameter adjustment data
We recommend documenting or saving the parameter adjustment
data via PACTware. That way the data are available for multiple use or
service purposes.
If the device is used correctly, no maintenance is required in normal
operation.
9.2 Measured value and event memory
The instrument has several memories which are available for diagnosis purposes. The data remain even with voltage interruption.
Measured value memory
Event memory
Echo curve memory
Up to 60,000 measured values can be stored in the sensor in a ring
memory. Each entry contains date/time as well as the respective
measured value. Storable values are for example:
Distance
•
Filling height
•
Percentage value
•
Lin. percent
•
Scaled
•
Current value
•
Meas. reliability
•
Electronics temperature
•
When the instrument is shipped, the measured value memory is
active and stores distance, measurement certainty and electronics
temperature every 3 minutes.
The requested values and recording conditions are set via a PC with
PACTware/DTM or the control system with EDD. Data are thus read
out and also reset.
Up to 500 events are automatically stored with a time stamp in the
sensor (non-deletable). Each entry contains date/time, event type,
event description and value. Event types are for example:
Modication of a parameter
•
Switching on and o times
•
Status messages (according to NE 107)
•
Error messages (according to NE 107)
•
The data are read out via a PC with PACTware/DTM or the control
system with EDD.
The echo curves are stored with date and time and the corresponding
echo data. The memory is divided into two sections:
Echo curve of the setup: This is used as reference echo curve for
the measurement conditions during setup. Changes in the measurement conditions during operation or buildup on the sensor can thus
be recognized. The echo curve of the setup is stored via:
Further echo curves: Up to 10 echo curves can be stored in a ring
buer in this memory section. Further echo curves are stored via:
PC with PACTware/DTM
•
Control system with EDD
•
9.3 Asset Management function
The instrument features self-monitoring and diagnostics according
to NE 107 and VDI/VDE 2650. In addition to the status messages in
the following tables there are more detailed error messages available
under the menu item "Diagnostics" via the indicating and adjustment
module, PACTware/DTM and EDD.
Status messages
The status messages are classied in the following categories:
Failure
•
Function check
•
Out of specication
•
Maintenance requirement
•
and explained by pictographs:
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Fig. 14: Pictograms of the status messages
1 Failure - red
2 Function check - orange
3 Outofspecication-yellow
4 Maintenance - blue
Failure: Due to a malfunction in the instrument, a failure message is
outputted.
This status message is always active. It cannot be deactivated by the
user.
Function check: The instrument is in operation, the measured value
is temporarily invalid (for example during simulation).
This status message is inactive by default. It can be activated by the
user via PACTware/DTM or EDD.
Outofspecication: The measured value is unstable because the
instrument specication is exceeded (e.g. electronics temperature).
This status message is inactive by default. It can be activated by the
user via PACTware/DTM or EDD.
Maintenance: Due to external inuences, the instrument function
is limited. The measurement is aected, but the measured value is
still valid. Plan in maintenance for the instrument because a failure is
expected in the near future (e.g. due to buildup).
This status message is inactive by default. It can be activated by the
user via PACTware/DTM or EDD.
– Hardware error EEPROM– Exchanging the electronics
– Hardware error EEPROM– Exchanging the electronics
– The echot/noise ratio is the
small for a reliable meas-
urement
– Hardware defect– Check connections
– Level echo can no longer
be detected
– Send instrument for repair
– Send instrument for repair
– Check installation and
process conditions
– Clean the antenna– Change polarisation direc-
tion
– Use instrument with higher
sensitivity
– Exchanging the electronics– Send instrument for repair
– Clean the antenna– Use a more suitable
antenna/sensor
– Remove possible false
echoes
– Optimize sensor position
and orientation
Reaction when malfunctions occur
Procedure for fault recti-
cation
Check the 4 … 20 mA
signal
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9.4 Rectify faults
The operator of the system is responsible for taking suitable meas-
ures to rectify faults.
The rst measures are:
Evaluation of fault messages, for example via the indicating and
•
adjustment module
Checking the output signal with 4 … 20 mA instruments
•
Treatment of measurement errors
•
Further comprehensive diagnostics options oer a PC with the software PACTware and the suitable DTM. In many cases, the reasons
can be determined in this way and faults can be rectied.
Connect a handmultimeter in the suitable measuring range according
to the wiring plan. The following table describes possible errors in the
current signal and helps to remove them:
standpipe, hence running time
error (small measurement error
close to 100 %/large error close
– Adapt min./max. adjustment
– Check parameter "Application"
with respect to vessel form,
adapt if necessary (bypass,
standpipe, diameter)
to 0 %)
2. Measured value
jumps towards 100 %
Level
– Due to the process, the ampli-
tude of the product echo sinks
– Carry out false signal suppres-
sion
– A false signal suppression was
0
not carried out
time
– Amplitude or position of a
false echo has changed (e.g.
condensation, buildup); false
signal suppression no longer
– Determine the reason for the
changed false echo, carry out
false signal suppression, e.g.
with condensation
matches
9.4 Measurementerrorduringlling
Fault descriptionError patternCauseRectication
3. Measured value remains in the area of the
bottom during lling
4. Measured value
jumps to ≥ 100 % or
0 m distance
Level
– Echo from the tank bottom
larger than the product echo,
for example, with products with
0
Level
εr < 2.5 oil-based, solvents
time
– Level echo is no longer
detected in the close range
due to foam generation or false
echoes in the close range. The
sensor goes into overll protection mode. The max. level (0 m
distance) as well as the status
message "Overll protection"
are outputted.
– Check application parameters
Medium, Vessel height and
Floor form, adapt if necessary
– Check measuring site: Antenna
must protrude out of the socket
– Remove contamination on the
antenna
– Use a sensor with a more suit-
able antenna
9.4 Measurement error during emptying
Fault descriptionError patternCauseRectication
5. Measured value remains unchanged in
the close range during
emptying
close range. Check: Antenna
must protrude out of the socket
– Remove contamination on the
antenna
– Minimize interfering instal-
lations in the close range by
changing the polarization
direction
– After removing the false ech-
oes, the false signal suppression must be deleted. Carry out
a new false signal suppression
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9 Diagnosis, Asset Management and service
Fault descriptionError patternCauseRectication
6. Measured value
jumps towards 0 %
during emptying
Level
0
– Echo from the tank bottom
larger than the product echo,
for example, with products with
εr < 2.5 oil-based, solvents
time
– Check application parameters
Medium type, Vessel height and
Floor form, adapt if necessary
Reaction after fault recti-
cation
24 hour service hotline
Depending on the reason for the fault and the measures taken, the
steps described in chapter "Setup" must be carried out again or must
be checked for plausibility and completeness.
Should these measures not be successful, please call in urgent cases
the VEGA service hotline under the phone no. +49 1805 858550.
The hotline is also available outside the normal working hours on
seven days a week around the clock.
Since we oer this service worldwide, the support is in the English
language. The service itself is free of charge, the only costs involved
are the normal call charges.
9.5 Exchanging the electronics module
If the electronics module is defective, it can be replaced by the user.
In Ex applications only one instrument and one electronics module
with respective Ex approval may be used.
If there is no electronics module available on site, the electronics
module can be ordered through the agency serving you. The electronics modules are adapted to the respective sensor and dier in signal
output or voltage supply.
The new electronics module must be loaded with the default settings
of the sensor. These are the options:
In the factory
•
Or on site by the user
•
In both cases, the serial number of the sensor is needed. The serial
numbers are stated on the type label of the instrument, on the inside
of the housing as well as on the delivery note.
When loading on site, rst of all the order data must be downloaded
from the Internet (see operating instructions manual "Electronicsmodule").
9.6 Software update
The following components are required to update the sensor software:
Before dismounting, be aware of dangerous process conditions such
as e.g. pressure in the vessel, high temperatures, corrosive or toxic
products etc.
Take note of chapters "Mounting" and "Connecting to power supply"
and carry out the listed steps in reverse order.
10.2 Disposal
The instrument consists of materials which can be recycled by specialised recycling companies. We use recyclable materials and have
designed the electronics to be easily separable.
Correct disposal avoids negative eects on humans and the environment and ensures recycling of useful raw materials.
Materials: see chapter "Technicaldata"
If you have no way to dispose of the old instrument properly, please
contact us concerning return and disposal.
WEEE directive 2002/96/EG
This instrument is not subject to the WEEE directive 2002/96/EG and
the respective national laws. Pass the instrument directly on to a specialised recycling company and do not use the municipal collecting
points. These may be used only for privately used products according
to the WEEE directive.
The propagation speed of the radar impulses in gas or vapour above the medium is reduced by
high pressure. This eect depends on the superimposed gas or vapour and is especially large at
low temperatures.
The following table shows the resulting deviation for some typical gases and vapours. The specied
values refer to the distance. Positive values mean that the measured distance is too large, negative
values that the measured distance is too small.
Instruments with approvals can have dierent technical data depending on the version.
For that reason the associated approval documents of these instruments must be carefully noted.
They are part of the delivery or can be downloaded under www.vega.com and "VEGATools" as
well as under "Downloads" and "Approvals".
11.2 Dimensions
The following dimensional drawings represent only an extract of the possible versions. Detailed
dimensional drawings can be downloaded at www.vega.com/downloads under "Drawings".
VEGA product lines are global protected by industrial property rights. Further information see
www.vega.com.
Only in U.S.A.: Further information see patent label at the sensor housing.
VEGA Produktfamilien sind weltweit geschützt durch gewerbliche Schutzrechte.
Nähere Informationen unter www.vega.com.
Les lignes de produits VEGA sont globalement protégées par des droits de propriété intellectuelle. Pour plus d'informations, on pourra se référer au site www.vega.com.
VEGA lineas de productos están protegidas por los derechos en el campo de la propiedad industrial. Para mayor información revise la pagina web www.vega.com.
Линии продукции фирмы ВЕГА защищаются по всему миру правами на интеллектуальную
собственность. Дальнейшую информацию смотрите на сайте www.vega.com.
VEGA系列产品在全球享有知识产权保护。
进一步信息请参见网站<www.vega.com>。
11.4 Trademark
All the brands as well as trade and company names used are property of their lawful proprietor/
originator.
All statements concerning scope of delivery, application, practical use and operating conditions of the sensors and processing systems correspond to the information
available at the time of printing.
Subject to change without prior notice