VEGA VIB55 User Manual
Operating Instructions
VEGAVIB 55
- double relay (DPDT)
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 CE conformity .........................
2.5 Environmental instructions ................
3 Product description
3.1 Configuration..........................
3.2 Principle of operation ....................
3.3 Operation ............................
3.4 Storage and transport ...................
4 Mounting
4.1 General instructions.....................
4.2 Mounting instructions....................
5 Connecting to voltage supply
5.1 Preparing the connection .................
5.2 Connection procedure ...................
5.3 Wiring plan, single chamber housing.........
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6 Setup
6.1 In general ............................
6.2 Adjustment elements ....................
6.3 Function chart .........................
7 Maintenance and fault rectification
7.1 Maintenance ..........................
7.2 Remove interferences ...................
7.3 Exchange of the electronics module .........
7.4 Instrument repair .......................
8 Dismounting
8.1 Dismounting procedure ..................
8.2 Disposal .............................
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9 Supplement
9.1 Technical data.........................
9.2 Dimensions ...........................
9.3 Industrial property rights..................
9.4 Trademark ...........................
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Supplementary operating instructions manuals
Information:
VEGAVIB 55 is available in different versions. Depending on
the selected version, supplementary operating instructions
manuals may also come with the shipment. The supplementary operating instructions manuals are listed in section
"Product description.
Operating instructions manuals for accessories and
replacement parts
Tip:
To ensure reliable setup and operation of your VEGAVIB 55,
we offer accessories and replacement parts. The associated
documents are:
l Operating instructions manual "Remote housing - VEGA-
VIB"
l Operating instructions manual "Oscillator VEGAVIB series
60"
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About this document
1 About this document
1.1 Function
This operating instructions manual has all the information you
need for quick setup and safe operation. Please read this
manual before you start setup.
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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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 operator. For safety and warranty reasons,
any internal work on the instruments must be carried out only
by personnel authorised by the manufacturer.
2.2 Appropriate use
VEGAVIB 55 is a sensor for level detection.
Detailed information on the application range of VEGAVIB 55
is available in chapter "Product description".
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
VEGAVIB 55 is a high-tech instrument requiring the strict
observance of standard regulations and guidelines. The user
must take note of the safety instructions in this operating
instructions manual, the country-specific installation standards
(e.g. the VDE regulations in Germany) as well as all prevailing
safety regulations and accident prevention rules.
2.5 CE conformity
VEGAVIB 55 is in CE conformity with EMC (89/336/EWG),
fulfils NAMUR recommendation NE 21 and is in CE conformity
with LVD (73/23/EWG).
Conformity has been judged according to the following
standards:
l EMC:
- Emission EN 61326: 1997 (class B)
- Susceptibility EN 61326: 1997/A1:1998
l LVD: EN 61010-1: 2001
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For your safety
2.6 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 "Storage and transport"
l Chapter "Disposal"
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3 Product description
3.1 Configuration
Product description
Scope of delivery
Components
The scope of delivery encompasses:
l VEGAVIB 55 level sensor
l Documentation
- this operating instructions manual
- Supplementary instructions manual "Plug connector for
level sensors" (optional)
- if necessary, further certificates
VEGAVIB 55 consists of the following components:
l Housing cover
l Housing with electronics
l process fitting with tuning fork
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Fig. 1: VEGAVIB 55 with plastic housing
1 Housing cover
2 Housing with electronics
3 Process fitting
3.2 Principle of operation
Area of application
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VEGAVIB 55 is a level sensor with tuning fork for level
detection.
It is designed for industrial use in all areas of process
technology and is preferably used for bulk solids.
Typical applications are overfill and dry run protection. Thanks
to its simple and robust measuring system, VEGAVIB 55 is
virtually unaffected by the chemical and physical properties of
the bulk solid.
Product description
It functions even when exposed to strong external vibration or
changing products.
Fault monitoring
The electronics of VEGAVIB 55 continuously monitors the
following criteria:
l Correct vibrating frequency
l Line break to the piezo drive
If one of the stated malfunctions is detected or in case of
power failure, the electronics takes on a defined switching
condition, i.e. the relay deenergises (safe condition).
Functional principle
Supply
The tuning fork is piezoelectrically energised and vibrates at its
mechanical resonance frequency of approx. 150 Hz. When the
tuning fork is submerged in the product, the vibration
amplitude changes. This change is detected by the integrated
oscillator and converted into a switching command.
VEGAVIB 55 is a compact instrument, i.e. it can be operated
without external evaluation system. The integrated electronics
evaluates the level signal and outputs a switching signal. With
this switching signal, a connected device can be operated
directly (e.g. a warning system, a PLC, a pump etc.).
The data for power supply are stated in chapter "Technical
data" in the "Supplement".
3.3 Operation
VEGAVIB 55 can detect products with a density >0.08 g/cm³
(0.003 lbs/in³).
On the electronics module you will find the following indicating
and adjustment elements:
l signal lamp for indication of the switching condition (green/
red)
l Mode switch for selecting the switching condition (min./
max.)
3.4 Storage and transport
Packaging
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.
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Product description
The packaging of standard instruments consists of environ-
ment-friendly, recyclable cardboard. In addition, the sensor is
provided with a protective cover of cardboard. For special
versions PE foam or PE foil is also used. Dispose of the
packaging material via specialised recycling companies.
Storage and transport temperature
l Storage and transport temperature see "Supplement -
Technical data - Ambient conditions"
l Relative humidity 20 … 85 %
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Mounting
4 Mounting
4.1 General instructions
Switching point
Moisture
Transport
In general, VEGAVIB 55 can be mounted in any position. The
instrument must be mounted in such a way that the vibrating
element is at the height of the requested switching point.
Use the recommended cables (see chapter "Connecting to
power supply") and tighten the cable gland.
You can give your VEGAVIB 55 additional protection against
moisture penetration by leading the connection cable downward in front of the cable entry. Rain and condensation water
can thus drain off. This applies mainly to mounting outdoors, in
areas where moisture is expected (e.g. by cleaning processes)
or on cooled or heated vessels.
Fig. 2: Measures against moisture penetration
Do not hold VEGAVIB 55 on the vibrating element. The sensor
can be damaged by the weight of the instrument.
Remove the protective cover just before mounting.
Pressure/Vacuum
The process fitting must be sealed if there is gauge or low
pressure in the vessel. Before use, check if the seal material is
resistant against the measured product and the process
temperature.
The max. permissible pressure is stated in chapter "Technical
data" in the "Supplement" or on the type label of the sensor.
Handling
The vibrating level switch is a measuring instrument and must
be treated accordingly. Bending the vibrating element will
destroy the instrument.
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