VEGA PULS65 User Manual
Operating Instructions
Radar sensor for continuous level
measurement of liquids
VEGAPULS 65
HART and accumulator pack
Document ID: 40932
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. Distance from the vessel wall > 200 mm, the antenna should
protrude > 10 mm into the vessel
> 500 mm
")
(19.69
Fig. 1: Distance of the antenna to the vessel wall/vessel ceiling
2. Note min. socket diameter depending on the socket length
For further information see chapter "Mounting".
1. Insert the battery charger into the socket of the power supply
compartment and load the integrated accumulator before setting
up the instrument.
2. Switch on the instrument by means of the button outside on the
housing.
Set parameters
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Fig. 2: Switch on/o button outside on the housing
1 On/O button
For further information see chapter "Connecting to power supply".
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 "Aqueous solution".
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3. Select in the menu item "Application" the vessel, the application
and the vessel form, for example, storage tank.
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4. Carry out the adjustment in the menu items "Min. adjustment" and
"Max. adjustment".
Parameterization example
Further steps
The radar sensor measures the distance from the sensor to the
product surface. For indication of the real level, an allocation of the
measured distance to the percentage height must be carried out.
")
1 m
(39.37
100%
2
")
10 m
(393.7
0%
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Fig. 3: Parameterization example
1 Min. level = max. meas. distance
2 Max. level = min. meas. distance
For this adjustment, the distance is entered with full and virtually
empty vessel. If these values are not known, an adjustment with
distances, for example, of 10 % and 90 % is also possible. Starting
point for these distance specications is always the seal surface of
the thread or ange.
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".
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Contents
Contents
1 About this document
1.1 Function ............................................................................. 6
1.2 Target group ....................................................................... 6
1.3 Symbolism used ................................................................. 6
2 For your safety
2.1 Authorised personnel ......................................................... 7
2.2 Appropriate use .................................................................. 7
2.3 Warning about incorrect use ............................................... 7
2.4 General safety instructions ................................................. 7
2.5 CE conformity ..................................................................... 8
2.6 NAMUR recommendations ................................................ 8
2.7 Radio license for Europe .................................................... 8
2.8 Radio license for USA/Canada ........................................... 8
2.9 Environmental instructions ................................................. 8
3 Product description
3.1 Conguration .................................................................... 10
3.2 Principle of operation ........................................................ 11
3.3 Packaging, transport and storage ..................................... 11
3.4 Accessories and replacement parts ................................. 12
4 Mounting
4.1 General instructions ......................................................... 14
4.2 Instructions for installation ................................................ 14
5 Connecting to power supply
5.1 Connection of the battery charger .................................... 19
5.2 Wiring plan ....................................................................... 19
5.3 Switch-on phase ............................................................... 20
6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module
6.1 Insert indicating and adjustment module .......................... 22
6.2 Adjustment system ........................................................... 23
6.3 Parameter adjustment ...................................................... 23
6.4 Saving the parameter adjustment data ............................. 36
7 Setup with PACTware
7.1 Connect the PC ................................................................ 38
7.2 Parameter adjustment with PACTware .............................. 38
7.3 Saving the parameter adjustment data ............................. 39
8 Set up with other systems
8.1 DD adjustment programs ................................................. 40
8.2 Communicator 375, 475 ................................................... 40
9 Diagnosis, Asset Management and service
9.1 Maintenance .................................................................... 41
9.2 Measured value and event memory ................................. 41
9.3 Asset Management function ............................................. 42
9.4 Rectify faults ..................................................................... 45
9.5 Exchanging the electronics module .................................. 49
9.6 Software update ............................................................... 49
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9.7 How to proceed in case of repair ...................................... 50
10 Dismounting
10.1 Dismounting steps ............................................................ 51
10.2 Disposal ........................................................................... 51
11 Supplement
11.1 Technical data .................................................................. 52
11.2 Dimensions ...................................................................... 57
Contents
Safety instructions for Ex areas
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.
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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 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
•
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.
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2 For your safety
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 VEGAPULS 65 is a sensor for continuous level measurement.
Due to the integrated accumulator the instrument is particularly
suitable as a portable measuring system or test sensor for special
applications.
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.
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2 For your safety
2.5 CE conformity
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.
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 recommendations:
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
•
The device must be insensitive to interfering immissions, including
•
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 protection. The environment management system is certied according
to DIN EN ISO 14001.
Please help us full this obligation by observing the environmental
instructions in this manual:
Chapter "Packaging, transport and storage"
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Chapter "Disposal"
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2 For your safety
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3 Product description
Type label
3 Product description
3.1 Conguration
The type label contains the most important data for identication and
use of the instrument:
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2
3
4
5
6
7
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9
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Fig. 4: 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
15 Notied authority for CE marking
16 Approval directive
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Serial number
Scope of this operating
instructions manual
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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 "VEGA Tools".
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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Scope of delivery
Application area
Functional principle
Voltage supply
The scope of delivery encompasses:
Radar sensor with integrated accumulator
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Battery charger
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Documentation
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– this operating instructions manual
– Test certicate measuring accuracy (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 VEGAPULS 65 is a radar sensor for continuous measurement of
liquids under simple process conditions. It is particularly suitable for
level measurement in vessels with small process ttings and under
simple process conditions.
The instrument can be used with products with an ε
actually achievable value depends on the measuring conditions, the
antenna system, the standpipe or bypass.
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.
The instrument is powered via an integrated accumulator. This allows
operation of the instrument independently of the mains or a control
system. To achieve a longer battery lifetime, the instrument is preset
to HART multidrop. This puts a load of only 4 mA current on the accumulator.
value ≥1.8. The
r
3.3 Packaging, transport and storage
Packaging
Transport
Transport inspection
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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
foil is also used. Dispose of the packaging material via specialised
recycling companies.
Transport must be carried out under consideration of the notes on the
transport packaging. Nonobservance of these instructions can cause
damage to the device.
The delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit
damage immediately at receipt. Ascertained transit damage or concealed defects must be appropriately dealt with.
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3 Product description
Storage
Storage and transport
temperature
Indicating and adjustment module
Interface adapter
Up to the time of installation, the packages must be left closed and
stored according to the orientation and storage markings on the
outside.
Unless otherwise indicated, the packages must be stored only under
the following conditions:
Not in the open
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Dry and dust free
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Not exposed to corrosive media
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Protected against solar radiation
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Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration
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Storage and transport temperature see chapter "Supplement -
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Technical data - Ambient conditions"
Relative humidity 20 … 85 %
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3.4 Accessories and replacement parts
The indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM is used for measured value indication, adjustment and diagnosis. It can be inserted
into the sensor and removed at any time.
You can nd further information in the operating instructions "Indicat-
ing and adjustment module PLICSCOM" (Document-ID 27835).
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
adapter VEGACONNECT" (Document-ID 32628).
External indicating and
adjustment unit with
HART protocol
Protective cover
Flanges
Electronics module
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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-
GADIS 62" (Document-ID 36469).
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 "Flanges according to DIN-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.
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You can nd further information in the operating instructions "Elec-
tronics module VEGAPULS series 60" (Document-ID 36801).
Accumulator insert
The accumulator insert VEGAPULS Serie 60 is an replacement part
for radar sensors of VEGAPULS series 60 with integrated accumulator.
You can nd further information in the operating instructions "Accumu-
lator insert VEGAPULS series 60" (Document-ID 41033).
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4 Mounting
Screwing in
4 Mounting
4.1 General instructions
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
Sealing of the encapsulated antenna system
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 "Technical data" and on the
type label.
4.2 Instructions for installation
The ange screws must be tightened so that the PTFE washer of
the encapsulated antenna system seals eectively. You can nd the
required torque in the technical data.
You can counteract the material-induced tension loss with PTFE by
doing the following:
1. Make sure the number of ange screws corresponds to the number of ange holes
2. Use disc springs in addition to the ange screws for fastening the
ange
3. Tighten all screws with the torque stated in the technical data
Polarisation plane
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The emitted radar impulses of the radar sensor are electromagnetic
waves. The polarisation plane is the direction of the electrical wave
component. By turning the instrument in the connection ange or
mounting boss, the polarisation can be used to reduce the eects of
false echoes.
The position of the polarisation plane is marked on the process tting
of the instrument.
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Fig. 5: Position of the polarisation level
1 Marking hole
4 Mounting
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Installation position
When mounting the VEGAPULS 65, keep a distance of at least
500 mm (19.69 in) to the vessel wall. If the sensor is installed in the
center of dished or round vessel tops, multiple echoes can arise.
These can, however, be suppressed by an appropriate adjustment
(see chapter "Setup").
If you cannot keep this distance you should carry out a false echo
storage before setup. This applies mainly if buildup on the vessel wall
is expected. In this case, we recommend repeating a false echo storage later with existing buildup.
> 500 mm
")
(19.69
Fig. 6: Mounting of the radar sensor on round vessel tops
In vessels with conical bottom it can be advantageous to mount the
sensor in the center of the vessel, as measurement is then possible
down to the lowest point of the vessel bottom.
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4 Mounting
Fig. 7: Mounting of the radar sensor on vessels with conical bottom
Inowingmedium
Socket
Do not mount the instruments in or above the lling stream. Make sure
that you detect the product surface, not the inowing product.
Fig. 8: Mounting of the radar sensor with inowing medium
The active part of the antenna, i.e. the conical antenna part should
protrude completely out of the socket.
To meet the dierent socket dimensions, sensors for socket lengths
up to 50, 100 and 250 mm (2, 4, 10 in) are available.
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Fig. 9: Recommended socket mounting
In case of very big socket diameters, the active antenna part can
be slightly recessed in the socket. The following rule applies to the
standard version of VEGAPULS 65: Socket diameter corresponds to
max. socket height.
Sensor orientation
Vessel installations
Align the sensor in liquids as vertical as possible to the product surface to achieve optimum measurement.
Fig. 10: Alignment in liquids
The mounting location of the radar sensor should be a place where no
other equipment or xtures cross the path of the microwave signals.
Vessel installations, such as e.g. ladders, limit switches, heating spirals, struts, etc., can cause false echoes and impair the useful echo.
Make sure when planning your measuring site that the radar sensor
has a "clear view" to the measured product.
In case of existing vessel installations, a false echo storage should be
carried out during setup.
If large vessel installations such as struts or supports cause false
echoes, these can be attenuated through supplementary measures.
Small, inclined sheet metal baes above the installations scatter the
radar signals and prevent direct interfering reections.
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4 Mounting
Fig. 11: Cover smooth proles with deectors
Agitators
Foam generation
If there are agitators in the vessel, a false signal memory should be
carried out with the agitators in motion. This ensures that the interfering reections from the agitators are saved with the blades in dierent
positions.
Fig. 12: Agitators
Through the action of lling, stirring and other processes in the vessel,
dense foams which considerably damp the emitted signals may form
on the product surface.
If foams are causing measurement errors, the biggest possible radar
antenna should be used.
As an alternative, sensors with guided microwave can be used. These
are unaected by foam generation and are best suited for such applications.
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5 Connecting to power supply
5 Connecting to power supply
5.1 Connection of the battery charger
We recommended charging the integrated accumulator completely
before setting up the instrument. You can nd the charging time in
chapter "Technical data".
The battery charger is plugged into a socket in the supply room, see
chapter "Wiring plan".
The LEDs in the supply room show the charging process and condition of the accumulator, see chapter "Wiring plan".
5.2 Wiring plan
Electronics compartment
1
Fig. 13: Position of the power supply and electronics compartment
1 Supply room (accumulator)
2 Electronics compartment
2
2
4...20mA
( )
+
(-)
1
2
567
8
1
Fig. 14: Electronics compartment, double chamber housing
1 Internal connection to the connection compartment
2 Contact pins for the indicating and adjustment module
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5 Connecting to power supply
Supply room
( )
+
1,2 OFF
0
1
9
2
8
3
5..9 auto cycle
7
4
6
5
1
3 ON/OFF 1h
4 ON/OFF
modes
(-)
2
Charge
Accu
3
4
5
2
1
Fig. 15: Supply room
1 Internal connection of the socket for the battery charger
2 Mode switch
3 LED green, charging process
4 LED yellow, charging status
5 Socket for the battery charger
The mode switch enables the selection of the following modes:
0 = sensor o, LEDs show the accumulator status
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1, 2 = sensor o, LEDs o
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3 = sensor on for 1 hour after pressing a key (delivery status)
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4 = sensor permanently on, switching on/o via button
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5 = sensor is switched on every 30 min. for 3 min.
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6 = sensor is switched on every hour for 3 min.
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7 = sensor is switched on every 6 hours for 3 min.
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8 = sensor is switched on every 12 hours for 3 min.
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9 = sensor is switched on every 24 hours for 3 min.
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The green LED characterizes the charging process:
LED ashes = Accumulator is charging
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LED lights = accumulator is full, battery charger should be
•
unplugged (accumulator life time)
After pressing the key or changing the mode the yellow LED shows
the accumulator status for approximately 10 s as follows:
LED lights = accumulator is full
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LED ashes = accumulator should be charged
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LED o = accumulator is empty
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5.3 Switch-on phase
The instrument is switched on and o by means of a button outside
on the housing.
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