Before installation, commissioning and operation, ensure that the
appropriate dierential pressure gauge has been selected in terms of
measuring range, design and specic measuring conditions.
Only work on the gauge with the voltage disconnected.
Non-observance can result in serious injury and/or damage to equipment.
Only appropriately qualied skilled personnel should work on these
instruments.
2. General information
These operating instructions are based upon the following:
EN 837-2: Selection and installation recommendations for pressure gauges
The installation of the dierential pressure gauge should be carried out in accordance with the
installation recommendations for pressure gauges per EN 837-2 /7.
Prior to the installation of the pressure gauge, the pipes should be thoroughly cleaned
The pressure gauge should be installed and operated such as to avoid exposure to
vibration.
Mounting by means of - rigid tailpipe and/or
- 4 M8 threaded mounting holes incorporated in the body
The pressure gauges should be protected against contamination and high temperature
uctuations
The maximum permissible media/ambient temperature must not be exceeded
Fitting of the pressure connections as per the j and i symbols
j
higher pressure ⇒ bottom pressure (p
i
lower pressure ⇒ working pressure/overriding pressure (p
The measuring range of the dierential pressure gauge can, depending on the particular
measurement system used, be adjusted within the limits given in the previous specications
table). Ideally, this adjustment should be made on a test bench, though it can also be carried
out at the measuring point using a hand test pump.
1. The span adjustment, situated at the ‚4 o‘clock‘ point on the instrument case, is accessible
through the case by removing the cover cap.
2. Charge the instrument to the desired nominal pressure.
3. To set the pointer to the span value, using an allen key (size 3 mm) inserted into the funnel,
turn it either clockwise (reduce the measuring range) or anticlockwise (expand the measuring range). The gauge will then be fully adjusted to the required measuring range.
4. If the gauge is equipped with a transmitter Model 89x.44, then this procedure will also
adjust the output signal to the new measuring range.
5. After completing the adjustment the equipment should be resealed with the cover cap.
Interchangeable scales (optional)
1. Loosen the clamp clip on the case of the
dierential pressure gauge and remove the
cover ring complete with the lens.
2. Loosen and remove the knurled screw.
3. Remove all three scales, place the desired
scale on top and put them back in place.
4. Reinsert the knurled screw and tighten it.
Mount the cover ring and lens and fasten
the clamp clips again.
Additional pressure connections
Legend
Clamp clip
Cover ring
Knurled s crew
Scales
G 1/4 pressure conne ctions
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Three additional G ¼ female threads are
available on the minus measurement chamber
(the right measuring cell ange when viewed
from the back) e.g. for connecting a pressure
switch, safety valve or A-10 Cryo or IS-20
transmitters
Two G ¼ female threads are available on
the plus measurement chamber (the left cell
ange when viewed from the back) e.g. for
recalibration
5. Valve manifold with working pressure gauge (optional)
5. Valve manifold with working pressure gauge (optional)
The compact optional anged valve manifold for an NG 100 working pressure gauge allows
the central measurement of level and working pressure in a single device.
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To isolate line pressures without inter-
rupting the process, enabling gauge
removal/examination and protecting the
gauge against overpressure of n-times
rated pressure which may occur during
plant pressure testing.
11236396.01BA
To protect the gauge against pressure
surges/pressure spikes, and thus against
unspecied operating conditions
For gauge shut-downs, if no measure-
Working
pressure gauge
NS 100
Test connect ion
M20 x 1.5
Isolati ng valve
i
Pressure equalising
valve
Isolati ng valve
j
c) Connect the pressure standard and test pump using the additional G ¼ female port in
the plus chamber of the measuring system
d) Remove the test connection screw from the minus side valve manifold
e) The plus side can then be pressurised
f) After adjustment:
- Close the air bleed screw
- Disconnect the pressure standard and test pump and close the connection
- Open the integrated pressure equalising valve
- Slowly open rst the plus and then the minus shut-o valve
- Close the pressure equalising valve
Test connection M20 x 1.5 for checking the working pressure gauge
The pressure equalising valve allows a zero point control during operation (with open valve).
While the media is owing from the higher pressure side to the other side, the dierential
pressure at the pressure gauge drops to zero (the dierential pressure display must be at
zero, i.e. within the zero tolerance range which shows that the gauge is
A zero adjustment can be made using the standard integra-
ted, adjustable pointer (remove snap t bezel incl. window and
sealing ring beforehand). Twisting the slotted screw on the
adjustable pointer you can adjust the zero point.
After completing the zero adjustment, the snap t bezel,
incl. window and ‚o‘-ring seal, must be correctly re-tted
and the pressure equalising valve must then be closed again.
Subsequently the zero point of versions with integrated
ments are required for long operating
periods, i.e. if only occasional measurements are necessary (to increase service
life of those dierential and working pressure gauges with a high frequency of pressure
uctuations).
Recalibration of dierential pressure
gauges (tank volume display)
a) Open pressure equalising valve
b) Close the plus and minus shut-o valves,
and then close the pressure equalising
valve again
working correctly).
Slotted
screw
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6. Application note ... 8. Transmitter for level measurement
6. Application note
For dangerous media such as, for example, oxygen, acetylene,
combustible or acidic media, as well as for pressure vessels,
the general directives, and also the prevailing directives/guidelines
must also be adhered to.
7. Adapter for process connection (optional)
The adapters can be ange-connected either directly to
the dierential pressure gauge or to the valve manifold.
5 dierent process connections are available:
2 x G 1/4, female, connection distance 31 mm or 54 mm 2 x 1/4 NPT, female, connection distance 31 mm, 37 mm or 54 mm
With a single order, all parts necessary for tting to the dierential pressure gauge or to the
valve manifold are included in the scope of supply:
2 x hexagon screw M8 x 16, 2 x hexagon screw M8 x 28, 2 x nut M8 and 2 x O-Ring seal
8. Transmitter for level measurement (optional)
Standard version model 891.44 Ex version model 892.44
WIKA dierential pressure gauges with an integrated Model 89x.44 transmitter combines all
the advantages of an on-site mechanical display with the demands modern industry makes
for electrical signal transmission for the acquisition of measured values.
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The transmitter is integrated into the housing of the level display. The measurement span
(electrical output signal) is set automatically by the mechanical display, i.e. the scale over a
swept angle of 270 degrees corresponds to 4 …20 mA (see section 4. Dierential pressure
gauge).
With multiple scales or interchangeable
dials (optional) the output signal of
4 ... 20 mA corresponding to each,
can be stored in a microprocessor.
The output signal can be changed over
to the desired uid type by rotating the
optional BCD switch (accessible through
a cover cap on the left side of the case)
using a screwdriver.
Electrical zero point (with option BCD switch)
BCD switc h (scale select ion switch) and
zero poi nt button (cover ca p removed)
If a zero point compensation is required (e.g. after mechanical zero point correction), press
the zero point button for approx. 1 sec. within 30 sec. with the voltage disconnected
If the mechanical zero point is changed by means of the
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adjustable pointer, the electrical zero point must be reset to
the mechanical zero point.
First depressurise the pressure gauge.
Loosen the complete cable hood on the right-hand side of
the pressure gauge by completely unscrewing the screw
on the top of the cable hood cover
screwdriver (0.6 x 3.5 mm).
using an appropriate
Extract the screw. Remove the cable hood
socket insert
separate the pressure gauge from the power supply.
Remove the cable hood cover
and push the socket insert
entire cable hood
Use a short stranded wire with bare points at both ends
(max. permissible resistance 30 Ω) to bridge contacts 5 and
6 on the socket insert.
Reassemble the plug in reverse order. Place the plug, with
the attached piece of stranded wire, onto the pin insert
and thus reestablish the power supply.
Within a max. 30 seconds the new zero point will be stored
within the electronics. During this period, the current in the
loop will increase to 9.5 mA.
The new zero point also remains stored in the case of a
power failure.
Loosen the plug again in the same sequence as described above and remove the piece of stranded wire. After
reassembling the plug, the electrical output signal will once
more correspond to the indication of the mechanical pointer.
Ensure the seals
securely reinstalled to maintain the
protection class.
SpecicationsModels 891.44 and 892.44 (Ex Version)
Power supply UB
for Non-Ex versionDC
for Ex versionsee the section ‚Ex protection‘!
Permissible residual ripple
% of span/10 V
Supply voltage eect% ss
Output signal4 … 20 mA, 2-wire system
Permissible max. load R
Afor Non-Ex versions, Model 891.44:
Eect of load% of span
Output signal adjustment
Zero point, electricalA
djustment of zero point through brief bridging of terminals 5 and 6,
or using the „scale selection switch“ option, selectable via button
Scale selection4 scales selectable via BCD switch
Linearity% of span
Permissible
ambient temperatures°C-40 … +80, -40 … +60 with oxygen
Compensated temp. range°C-40 … +80
Temperature coecients in
compensated temp. range
Mean TK of zero
Mean TK of span
% of span/10 K
% of span/10 K
Ex protectionaccording to EC-Type Examination Certicate
Ex certicationEEx II 2G EEx ia IIC T6
Conformity specications
Power supply U
Short circuit rating I
Rating P
Internal capacitance C
Internal inductance L
iDC14 … 30 V
imAmax. 100
iWmax. 1
inF12
imHnegligible
Medium temperature°C-40 … +80, -40 … +60 with oxygen
Ambient temperature°C-40 … +60 (T6)
CE-Conformityinterference emission and immunity per EN 61326
WiringL-connector (screw terminals up to 2.5 mm²)
Wiring protectionprotected against reverse polarity and overvoltage
Ingress protectionIP 65 per EN 60529 / IEC 529
Wiring details,
2-wire
Earth , connected
to case 2)
B≤ 30 V
12 V < U
≤ 0.1
≤ 10
A ≤ (UB - 12 V) / 0.02 A with RA in Ω and UB in Volt
R
for Ex versions, Model 892.44:
A ≤ (UB - 14 V) / 0.02 A with RA in Ω and UB in Volt
R
≤ 0.1
≤ 1.0 (limit point calibration)
≤ 0.3
≤ 0.3
BSV 08 ATEX E 018 X for Model 892.44
Terminals 3 , 4, 5 and 6: only for inte rnal
B+/Sig+
U
0V/Sig-
applic ation
2) This connection must not be used
for equipotential bonding. The
instrument must be incorporated in
the equipotential bonding via the
process connection.
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1)
1) Only poss ible within 30 s econds of conn ecting the sup ply voltage
Steady signalPressure entry blockedCheck tailpipes and pressure entry
despite pressurebore, if necessary clean it carefully
variation Open press. compensation valve Close pressure compensation valve
Steady and too highElectronic defect throughReturn pressure gauge to
signal despite of incorrect supply voltagemanufacturer for repair
pressure variation or stray voltage spikes
Full span reading too low Supply voltage too lowAdjust supply voltage
Zero signal too lowWrong zero compensationReadjust zero point
Zero signal too highWrong zero compensationReadjust zero point
Failure of power supplyCheck power supply and wiring
Wiring interrupted (or broken)replace defective components
Transmitter incorrectly wiredCheck wiring;
if necessary rectify it
No pressureCheck tailpipes
Open press. compensation valve
Electronic defect e.g. throughReturn pressure gauge to
incorrect supply voltagemanufacturer for repair
or stray voltage spikes
Electronic defect e.g. throughReturn pressure gauge to
incorrect supply voltagemanufacturer for repair
or stray voltage spikes
Ferngeber defekt nachReturn pressure gauge to
mechanischer Überbelastungmanufacturer for repair
Load impedance too highConsider permissible max. load
Wrong scale selectedCheck position of scale selection
Transmitter over-pressuredReturn pressure gauge to
9. Transmitter for working pressure indication (optional)
Standard version model A-10
or Ex version model IS-20
The transmitters for the working pressure
are screwed in sideways, on the left side of
the minus measurement chamber and can,
if necessary, be retrotted on-site.
Pressure connection for Transmitter: G 1/4
(male)
Transmitter for working
pressure indication
SpecicationsA-10IS-20
Data sheetPE 81.60PE 81.50
Designstandardintrinsically safe
Pressure rangesbar0 ... 6 to 0 ... 600 ... 6 to 0 ... 60
OutputsmA4 ... 204 ... 20 (line transformer)
Medium temperature°C-30 ... +100-20 ... +80
Ambient temperature°C-30 ... +100-20 ... +80
Wetted partsstainless steelstainless steel
Power supply U
Maximum load R
Accuracy
BFSL% of span≤ 0.5≤ 0.25
Compensated temperature
range
Wiring details,
2-wire
BDC8 V < UB ≤ 30 V10 V < UB ≤ 30 V
AOhmRA ≤ (UB - 8 V) / 0.02 A RA ≤ (UB - 10 V) / 0.02 A
°C0 ... +80 °C0 ... +80 °C
Non hazardous
area
Hazardous
(classied) area
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The corresponding operating instructions are included in the delivery
of each dierential pressure gauge with integrated transmitter for
working pressure indication.
These switch contacts are tted into the case of a pressure gauge and intended to make or
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break an electric control circuit triggered by the position of the instrument‘s pointer.
Versions
Single and double magnetic snap-action contacts or single and double inductive alarm
sensors. Please refer to data sheet AC 08.01 for technical data.
The modular switch contact is a self-contained unit, which can be built onto the pressure
gauge within a few minutes.
The switch contacts provide IP65 ingress protection even for oil-lled gauges. The connection to the instrument pointer is made by means of a special fork so that a carrying pin at
the pointer itself is not necessary. By means of this simple mounting, the instrument can be
converted into a contact measuring instrument quickly and inexpensively.
The switch contacts mainly comprise:
the pre-wired switch contact, which is provided with a special foot and a fork coupling a transparent hood (polycarbonate) with dovetail lead into which the alarm contact is
pushed and which is fastened by means of a recessed head screw
a 4-pin plug socket, injection-moulded or welded to the transparent cover an adjustable lock, mounted in the middle of the transparent cover.
The set pointers of the built-in
switch contact are adjusted, to
the value at which the contact
should switch, from the outside
via the adjustable lock using a
separate or a rigidly mounted
key.
The switch contacts are
designed to allow the instrument pointer to move beyond
the adjusted set pointer after
contact actuation takes place,
with the contact remaining
actuated.
The design therefore guarantees a stable switching condition, which corresponds to
the position of the instrument
pointer, even if the power fails.
Self-contained unit with switch contact for level measurement
First the snap t style bezel with sealing ring, and the gauge window, must be removed. Prior
to attaching the transparent hood to the measuring instrument, the contacts must be adjusted
in accordance with their operating range.
Using the magnetic snap-action contact, the magnetic retention force must be adapted to the
instrument-specic conditions by adjusting (twisting) the screw-in magnet. The magnet must
then be protected against unintentional adjustment by using an appropriate locking varnish.
The small plate spring at the exible contact arm must be angled accordingly.
The fully-adjusted unit must now be tted to the gauge, together with the snap-t bezel, and
aligned to the extent that the fork coupling guiding the exible contact arms grips over the
gauge pointer without touching the dial. Should this occur, the carrying fork must be shortened using a suitable cutting tool.
The contacts are best adjusted when they are factory-tted.
By snapping the bezel onto the case, the whole contact unit will be xed to the pressure
gauge.
Connector plug
As counterpart to the connector base welded
onto the transparent hood
Material: PA 6 - GF 30 Colour: grey Connection: stripped and tinned wires Ingress protection: IP 65 per EN 60529 / IEC 529
For magnetic snap-action contacts:
Connector plug 3 poles + l (250 V max.)
with 2 m cable 4 x 1.0 mm
For inductive alarm sensors:
Low voltage execution without protective earth conductor
Connector plug 4 poles (50 V max.)
with 2 m cable 4 x 0.75 mm
Extent of delivery: 1 plug with cable,
1 central screw M3 x 20 and 1 gasket
Self-contained unit with switch contact for working pressure
Connector plug
Gasket
2
2
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10. Switch contacts ... 12. Disposal
Terminal conguration
Magnetic snap-action
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contacts:
Single contact,
NS 100
Double contact,
NS 100
Single contact,
NS 160
Double contact,
NS 160
Inductive alarm sensors:
Single contact,
NS 100 and 160
Double contact,
NS 100 and 160
green/ yellow
blue
brown
green/ yellow
blue
brown
black
green/ yellow
brown
black
green/ yellow
blue
brown
black
yellow
white
violet
yellow
black
white
green/ yellow
1st contac t
common
green/ yellow
1st contac t
common
2nd cont act
green/ yellow
common
2nd cont act
green/ yellow
1st contac t
common
2nd cont act
1st contac t +
1st contac t -
1st contac t +
1st contac t 2nd cont act 2nd cont act +
11. Maintenance
WIKA dierential pressure gauges require no maintenance or servicing and will give very long
service when handled and operated properly.
12. Disposal
Incorrect disposal can put the environment at risk.
Dispose of instrument components and packaging materials in an environmentally compatible
way and in accordance with the country-specic waste disposal regulations.