Operating Instructions - POINTRAC 31 - 8/16 mA/HART
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1. 20 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LLv6E 39411 EN 110525 VEGA Electronics and connec tion compartment Ex ia approval Adjustment and connec tion compartment Ex ia approval 5 Connecting to power supply Fig 10 Electronics and connection compartment with instruments with intrinsi cally safe current output Ex ia approval Voltage supply Relay output Signal input 4 20 mA Switching input for NPN transistor Switching input floating Transistor output Interface for sensor sensor communication Adjustment of bus address for sensor sensor communication MGC 2 ON DAK c5 lo HHRF a obe innen L LES IG i I Fig 11 Adjustment and connection compartment with instruments with intrinsi cally safe current output Ex ia approval 1 Terminals for intrinsically safe signal output 8 16 mA HART Multidrop passive not with versions with Ex d approval 2 Contact pins for the indicating and adjustment module or interface adapter 3 Terminals for the external indicating and adjustment unit 4 Ground terminal 2 MGC Multi Gauge Connection POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 21 6 Setup with the indicating and adjustment module VEGA 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module 6 1 Insert indicating and adjustment module Mount Dismount indica The indicating and adjustment module can be inserted into the sensor ting and adjus2. Safety Manual SIL POINTRAC 31 optional Operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module optional Ex specific Safety instructions with Ex versions if necessary further certificates 3 2 Principle of operation The instrument is suitable for applications in liquids and bulk solids in vessels under difficult process conditions There are application possibilities in nearly all areas of industry The limit level is detected contactlessly through the vessel wall Neither a process fitting nor a vessel opening is required The instrument is thus ideal for retrofitting A weak radioactive source emits gamma rays that are attenuated when penetrating the vessel wall and medium The PVT rod detector on the opposite side of the tank receives the radiation When the intensity of the radiation drops below a defined value e g due to damping then the POINTRAC 31 switches The measuring principle has proven itself well under extreme conditions because it measures contactlessly from outside through the vessel wall The measuring system ensures maximum safety reliability and plant availability independent of the medium and its properties 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 environment friendly rec
3. Operating Instructions POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire i Document ID 39411 Radiation based 3 Contents 1 About this document tI PUVICORC st Gtetetcocvuscavawe ee cateta case a 4 L2 T tgetgrolD cceactavedutedisecesusetesess 4 1 9 Symbolism used x 9 xx X E XR Peden 4 2 For your safety 2 1 Authorised personnel 00 000 eee 5 2 2 Appropriate use llle 5 2 3 Warning about misuse 05 5 2 4 General safety instructions s aoaaa 5 25 CE CONIOMMIY sess esesman E ned Ex es 6 2 6 Fulfillment of NAMUR recommendations 6 2 7 Environmental instructions saasaa aaaea 6 3 Product description Sl STUC REPEPPEPIEETEPETTPPEP 7 3 2 Principle of operation 2 000 eee 8 3 3 Packaging transport and storage 8 3 4 Accessories and replacement parts 9 3 5 Corresponding source container 10 4 Mounting 4 1 Generalinstructions 000 cee eee 12 4 2 Mounting instructions 22 0 05 12 5 Connecting to power supply 5 1 Preparing the connection 05 16 5 2 Connection 2l elles 19 6 Setup with the indicating and adjustment module 6 1 Insert indicating and adjustment module 22 6 2 Adjustment SVSIeITI urs dicare udo ax R9 RR ae Re rs 23 6 3 Parameter adjustment 000 00 ee 24 6 4 Saving the parameter adjustment data
4. ment Instrument addresse was assigned several times External instruments cause radioactive radiation Removal Exchange of the electro nics Carry out a reset Exchange of the electro nics Repeat software update Exchange of the electro nics Exchange of the electro nics Define instrument as Slave Check the connection cab le to the Slave instrument Exchange of the electro nics Exchange of the electro nics Check wiring of the current output Exchange of the electro nics Carry out a reset Change instrument addr esses Determine reason for X ray alarm In case of a brief X ray alarm shut down the in strument switching out puts for this time 42 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSO0L L N3 LL v6E 39411 EN 110525 Woe 9 Diagnosis and service Code Removal Text mes sage F124 e Radiation dose too high Determine reason for inc Alarm due to reased radiation increased ra diation F125 Ambient temperature on Cool heat the instrument Ambient tem the housing outside the or protect it with isolation perature too specification material against cold or high radiation heat Function check The following table shows the error codes and text messages in the status message Function check and provides information on causes as well as corrective measures Code Removal Text mes sage C029 Simulation active e Finish simulation Simulation e W
5. 25 Cs 137 25 K Key function 23 L Language 29 Lock operation 28 M Main menu 24 Mode 32 Moisture 12 Mounting position 12 N NAMUR NE 107 Failure 41 Function check 43 Maintenance 44 Out of specification 43 P Packaging 8 Peak value 29 PIN 30 Potential equalisation 16 17 Protection class 16 R Radiation protection 11 Radiation safety officer 11 Radioactive emitter 25 Relay 28 Repair 46 Replacement parts Electronics module 10 Reset 31 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 57 Index S Sensor orientation 14 Sensor status 29 Serial number 7 Service hotline 45 Shielding 17 Simulation 30 Source holder 10 Status messages 40 Storage 9 T Time 31 Type label 7 U Unit 26 V Voltage supply 16 52 W Water cooling 15 58 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LLv6E 39411 EN 110525 Index POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 59 VEGA Printing date VEGA Grieshaber KG Am Hohenstein 113 77761 Schiltach Germany Phone 49 7836 50 0 Fax 49 7836 50 201 E mail info de vega com www vega com Q CE All statements concerning scope of delivery application practical use and operating conditions of the sensors and processing systems correspond to the information avail able at the time of printing VEGA Grieshaber KG Schiltach Germany 201 1 Subject to change without prior notice 39411 EN 110525
6. 5 1 Locking of the terminal blocks 5 Inserta small slotted screwdriver firmly into the rectangular locking openings of the respective connection terminal 6 Insert the wire ends into the round openings of the terminals according to the wiring plan Information Solid cores as well as flexible cores with cable end sleeves are inserted directly into the terminal openings In case of flexible cores without end sleeves press the rectangular locking opening with a small screwdriver the terminal opening is freed When the screwdriver is released the terminal opening closes again 7 Check the hold of the wires in the terminals by lightly pulling on them To loosen a line insert a small slotted screwdriver firmly into the rectangular locking opening according to the illustration 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 Screw the housing cover on 18 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LL v6E 39411 EN 110525 Electronics and connection compartment Non Ex instru ments Ex d ap proval 5 Connecting to power supply The electrical connection is finished Information The terminal block are pluggable and can be detached from the electronics For this purpose loosen the two lateral locking levers of the terminal block with a smal
7. I during the following setup 26 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LLT6E 39411 EN 110525 Setup Adjustment point single point adjust ment Setup Delta single point adjustment 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module Setup Adjustment type Adjustment type Background radiation Unit z eal Point Adjustment type 1 point point Adjustment point Delta I This menu item appears only if you have selected Single point adjustment as adjustment mode Setup Adjustment mode In this menu item you determine the point at which the POINTRAC 31 should switch Empty the vessel until the sensor is uncovered For this purpose enter the requested pulse rate manually or let the rate determine by POINTRAC 31 The determination of the pulse rate should be preferred in this case The pulse rate is entered in ct s This is the number of counts second i e the measured gamma radiation reaching the sensor Prerequisites e Radiation is switched on source container is set to On e There is no medium between source container and sensor Adjustment point Adjustment point Adjustment type I Edit Adjustment point 1000 ct s Get count Act count rate 110 ct s Current output mode You can manually enter the adjustment point ct s Adjustment point You can let the adjustment point of POINTRAC 31 determine Get count 534 ct s Escape This menu item appears only i
8. carried out all settings with only a few exceptions are reset The exceptions are PIN language SIL and HART mode Additional adjustments FIH Basic settings Leie Vine Factory settings HAET operation nade F Peak val measurement apy ei 22 Se Peak Values temperature Reset to factory settings The following reset functions are available Basic settings Restoring the parameter adjustments at the time of shipment Ex factory including the order specific settings The measured value memory is deleted Factory settings Resetting the parameter adjustment including special and laboratory parameters to the default values of the respective instrument The measured value memory and the order specific settings will be deleted Peak values measured value Resetting of the parameter adjust ments in the menu item Setup to the default values of the respective instrument Order specific settings remain however are not taken over into the actual parameters The measured value memory as well as the event memory remain Peak values temperature Resetting of the measured min and max temperatures 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 differently assigned POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 31 6 Setup with the indicating and adjustment module VELA Further settings HART mode Further settin
9. container for example VEGASOURCE For level detection the sensor is generally mounted horizontally at the height of the requested limit level Make sure that there are no struts or reinforcements at this position in the vessel Direct the exit beam of the source container exactly towards the measuring range of POINTRAC 31 Fasten the sensors in such a way that they cannot fall out of the holder If necessary provide the sensor with a support to the bottom Mount the source container and POINTRAC 31 as close as possible to the vessel If there are gaps secure the area with a safety fence and protective grating so that no one can reach into the dangerous area POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 13 4 Mounting Sensor orientation Bulk solids with low density VEGA Level detection max detection The POINTRAC 31 is suitable for level detection in liquids or bulk solids It is mounted at the height of the requested switching point Fig 4 POINTRAC 31 as max level detection uncovered Level detection min detection Fig 5 POINTRAC 31 as min level detection covered 14 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSO0L L N3 LL T6E 39411 EN 110525 Protection against heat 4 Mounting Fig 6 POINTRAC 31 as level detection top view POINTRAC 31 lends itself well for level detection of bulk solids with low density Mount the instrument horizontally at the height of
10. 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 free of charge download under http www vega com The full version is available on CD from the agency serving you POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 37 7 Setup with PACTware VEGA 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 38 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LLv6E 39411 EN 110525 8 Set up with other systems 8 Set up with other systems 8 1 DD adjustment programs Device descriptions as Enhanced Device Description EDD are available for DD adjustment programs such as for example AMS and PDM A free of charge download of these files is available via Internet Move via www vega com and Downloads to Software 8 2 Communicator 375 475 Device descriptions for the instrument are available as DD or EDD for parameter adjustment with the Field Communicator 375 or 475 A free of charge download of these files is available via Internet Move via www vega com and Downloads to Software POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 39 9 Diagnosis and service 9 Diagnosis and service 9 1 Maintenance When the device is used correctly no maintena
11. the requested switching point Mount the source container VEGASOURCE displaced by 90 in order to get the widest possible radiation angle When the sensor is covered by the medium the radiation damping is considerably stronger hence the switching point is all the more reliable If the max ambient temperature is exceeded you have to take suitable measures to protect the instrument against overheating You can protect the instrument by a respective insulation against the heat or mount the instrument further away from the heat source Make sure that these measures are also taken into account for the planning If you want to carry out such measures later on you have to contact our specialists so that the accuracy of the application is not impaired In case theses measures are not sufficient to keep the max ambient temperature we offer a water cooling for the POINTRAC 31 The water cooling must also be included in the calculation of the measurement loop Contact our specialists regarding the dimensioning of the water cooling POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 15 5 Connecting to power supply S VEGA Safety instructions Voltage supply Select connection cable Cable gland 1 2 NPT 5 Connecting to power supply 5 1 Preparing the connection Always keep in mind the following safety instructions e Connect only in the complete absence of line voltage e f overvoltage surges are expected install overvoltage a
12. this function you require PACTware with the respective DTM The natural radiation on earth influences the accuracy of the measurement By means of this menu item the natural background radiation can be faded out For this purpose the POINTRAC 31 measures the natural background radiation and sets the pulse rate to zero In future the pulse rate from this background radiation is automatically deducted from the total pulse rate This means on the part of the pulse rate from the source used is displayed The source container must be closed for this setting Background radiation Background radiation Application ctz Edit Background radiation Get count Adjustment type r In this menu item you can select the temperature unit Setup Temperature unit Temperature unit Application Background radiation V t Oe Adjustment type Hax adjustment in this menu item you can select if you want to carry out a single or double point adjustment on the sensor With the double point adjustment the Delta value is selected automatically We recommend selecting the double point adjustment For this purpose it should be possible to change the level of the vessel to carry out the adjustment of the sensor in full status covered and in empty status uncovered Hence you will get a very reliable switching point With the single point adjustment you have to select the differential value min and max adjustment points Delta
13. 33 7 Setup with PACTware 7 14 Connecting the PC 0 00002 eee 35 7 2 Parameter adjustment with PACTware 36 7 3 Saving the parameter adjustment data 38 8 Set up with other systems 8 1 DD adjustment programs LLL 39 8 2 Communicator 375 475 0000s 39 9 Diagnosis and service S I WMaINIENENCS au uia i we dote n ped Eme 3e hoe tou 40 9 2 Status messages we vai died edad agi Rok Re wee Se edes 40 9 3 Fault rectification llle 44 2 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LL v6E 39411 EN 110525 VEGA Contents 9 4 Exchanging the electronics module 45 95 Software update n aa aaa ee 45 9 6 How to proceed in case of repair 46 10 Dismounting 10 1 Dismounting steps naaa aa 48 102 Disposal uds acsi x ea dar e iro mee yee me Pro ede Hed Ren 48 11 Supplement 11 1 Technical data llle 49 11 2 Dimensions e 54 Safety instructions for Ex areas Please note the Ex specific safety information for installation and operation in Ex areas These safety instructions are part of the operating instructions manual and come with the Ex approved instruments o Information 1 Editing status 2011 04 19 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 3 1 About this document 1 About this document 1 1 Function This operating instructions manual provides all the
14. 805 858550 The hotline is available to you 7 days a week round the clock Since we offer this service world wide the support is only available in the English language The service is free of charge only the standard telephone costs will be charged 9 4 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 differ in signal output or voltage supply The new electronics module must be loaded with the default settings of the sensor These are the options e In the factory e 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 inside the housing as well as on the delivery note When loading on site first of all the order data must be downloaded from the Internet See operating instructions manual Oscillator 9 5 Software update The following components are required to update the sensor software Sensor Voltage supply Interface adapter VEGACONNECT 4 PC with PACTware Current sensor software as file POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 45 9 Diagnosis and service A Load senso
15. CTware c l 8 File Edit View Project Device Extras Window Help Deed Big fbe260 838423 BH Zf SENSOR Online parameterization 1 gt x lay o 2 Device name POINTRAC 31 a Description Radiation based sensor for level detection VEGA Measurement loop name SENSOR Application Point level Io Tj m Ww Ev 2 E p RES BARA Point adjustment Adjustment of the switching thresholds E Adjustment i Point adjustment j Er Outputs Pod Current output H Relay i Lock adjustment Display Diagnostics 1 Additional settings s E Info i Measured values Adjustment point Software version 1 0 1 PRE0z Serial number 19245346 Adjustment mode J Single point Y Device status OK Adjustment point 200 ct s Determine pulse rate Delta 90 OK Cancel Apply Connected Q RO Device and data set P4 ld Administrator XE lt NONAME gt Administrator Fig 16 Example of a DTM view 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 configuration simplifies 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
16. Deviation under EMC influence Ambient conditions Ambient storage and transport temperature Process conditions 18 30 C 64 86 F 45 75 96 860 1060 mbar 86 106 kPa 12 5 15 4 psig lt 0 5 96 The values are considerably application depend ent Firm specifications are hence not possible 1 96 40 60 C 40 140 F For the process conditions please also note the specifications on the type label The lower value always applies Process pressure Unpressurized POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 51 11 Supplement Process temperature measured on the detector tube Vibration resistance Electromechanical data version IP 66 IP 67 Cable entry M20x1 5 VeNPT Spring loaded terminals for wire cross section Massive wire cord Cord with cable end sleeve Indicating and adjustment module Voltage supply and data transmission Indication Adjustment elements Protection rating unassembled mounted into the sensor without cover Materials Housing Inspection window Integrated clock Date format Time format Time zone Ex factory Electronics temperature measurement Resolution Accuracy Voltage supply Operating voltage Version for low voltage VEGA 40 60 C 40 140 F With temperatures of more than 60 C we recommend the use of a water cooling mechanical vibrations up to 1 g in the fr
17. ESC key interrupt input Jump to next higher menu The sensor is adjusted via the four keys of the indicating and adjustment module The LC display indicates the individual menu items The functions of the individual keys are shown in the above POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 23 6 Setup with the indicating and adjustment module VEGA Main menu Proceeding illustration Approx 10 minutes after the last pressing of a key an automatic reset to measured value indication is triggered Any values not confirmed 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 Information In this operating instructions manual the instrument specific param eters are described Further general parameters are described in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module The main menu is divided into five sections with the following functions Display Diagnostics Additional adjustments Info Setup Settings for example to measurement loop name isotope application background radiation adjustment signal output Display Settings for example language measured value display Diagnosis Informationen for example of device status peak value simulation Additional settings Instrument unit reset date time copying function Info I
18. The following dimensional drawings represent only an extract of the possible versions Detailed dimensional drawings can be downloaded on www vega com under Downloads and Drawings Aluminium and stainless steel housing 119 mm M20x1 5 1 4 69 viel L 169 mm 6 65 116 5 mm 175mm 242 5 mm 9 55 90 mm 3 54 3 94 143 5 mm 5 65 i J Fig 19 Aluminium housing or stainless steel housing Precision casting 54 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LL v6E 39411 EN 110525 VEGA 11 Supplement POINTRAC 31 242 5 mm 9 55 g 76 2 mm Fig 20 POINTRAC 31 L Measuring range Order length 152 mm or 304 mm 6 in 12 in POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 55 11 Supplement VEGA 11 3 Industrial property rights VEGA product lines are global protected by industrial property rights Further information seehttp www vega com Only in U S A Further information see patent label at the sensor housing VEGA Produktfamilien sind weltweit gesch tzt durch gewerbliche Schutzrechte N here Informationen unterhttp www vega com Les lignes de produits VEGA sont globalement prot g es par des droits de propri t intellectuelle Pour plus d informations on pourra se r f rer au sitehttp www vega com VEGA lineas de productos est n protegidas por lo
19. ait for the automatic end after 60 mins Out of specification The following table shows the error codes and text messages in the status message Out of specification and provides information on causes as well as corrective measures Code Removal Text mes sage S017 Accuracy outside the spe Correct adjustment data Accuracy out cification side the spe cification S025 Bad linearization table Carry out linearization Bad lineariza tion table S038 Ambient temperature too Protect instrument with Ambient tem high too low isolating material against perature too extreme temperatures high too low POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 43 9 Diagnosis and service Code Removal Text mes sage 125 Slave outside the specifi Check Slave Slave outside cation the specifica tion Maintenance The instrument has no status messages to the section Maintenance 9 3 Fault rectification Reaction when malfunc The operator of the system is responsible for taking suitable measures tions occur to remove interferences Fault rectification The first measures to be taken are to check the output signal as well as to evaluate the error messages via the indicating and adjustment module Further comprehensive diagnostics can be carried out on a PC with the software PACTware and the suitable DTM In many cases the causes can be determined this way and faults rectified Check outpu
20. asured values via the current output This allows the signal path to be tested e g via connected indicating instruments or the input card of the processing system You can simulate different values Diagnostics Simulation Device status Peak values Start Adjustment data Simulation Calculated damping simulation Pulse rate of the sensor Simulation running Count rate Current output Simulation running Current 00mA Simulation running Relay Closed sd Information The simulation is terminated automatically 60 minutes after the last key has been pushed The sensor calculates automatically a suitable integration time Diagnostics Calculated Device status integration tine Peak values Adjustment data 25 5 al Further settings In this menu item the PIN is permanently activated deactivated Thus you protect the sensor data against unauthorized access and unintended changes The default setting of the PIN is 0000 30 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSO0L L N3 LL v6 39411 EN 110525 Further settings Date time Additional settings Re set 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module This parameter is described in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module In this menu item you can set the actual date and time This parameter is described in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module When a reset is
21. cal data In the case of instrument housings with self sealing NPT threads it is generally not possible to have the cable glands screwed in at the factory The openings for the cable glands are therefore covered with red protective caps as transport protection You have to replace these protective caps before setup by approved cable glands or cover them with suitable blind covers The suitable cable glands and blind covers are attached to the instrument 16 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSO0LL N3 LL v6E 39411 EN 110525 VEGA Cable screening and grounding Connection technology Connection procedure 5 Connecting to power supply 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 effect against high frequency interfer ence signals remains Warning Within galvanic plants as well as vessels with cathodic corrosion protection there are considerable potential differences Considerable equalisation currents can be caused via the cable scree
22. e 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 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 Correct disposal avoids negative effects to persons and environment and ensures recycling of useful raw materials Materials see chapter Technical data If you have no way to dispose of the old instrument properly please contact us concerning return and disposal 48 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LLv6E 39411 EN 110525 VEGA 11 Supplement 11 1 Technical data General data 316L corresponds to 1 4404 or 1 4435 Materials non wetted parts Detector tube Scintillation material Aluminium die casting housing Stainless steel housing Seal between housing and housing cover Inspection window in housing cover optional Ground terminal Process fittings Fastening lugs Weight Max torque mounting screws fastening Aluminium housing with electronics Stainless steel housing with electronics Measuring length 152 mm 6 in Measuring le
23. e sensor displays the message OK In case of failure you will find in this position the respective failure code This parameter is described in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module The peak value function holds the max and min values during operation This parameter is described in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module Here you can retrieve the adjustment value of the sensor This is the percentage value of the max pulse rate at which the sensor switches over If you have carried out a single point adjustment this is the entered value With a double point adjustment this is the calculated value The value is an indication for the reliability and reproducibility of the switching point The higher the difference of the pulse rate between covered and uncovered status the higher the differential value Delta I and teh more reliable the measurement The automatically calculated damping orients also on the Delta value The higher the value the lower the damping A Delta value below 10 is an indication for a critical measurement POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 29 6 Setup with the indicating and adjustment module VELA Diagnosis Simulation Diagnosis Calculated damping Additional settings PIN Diagnostics Adjustment data Device status Peak values Adjustment data Simulation Calculated damping In this menu item you can simulate me
24. e sensor react accordingly Overfill protection the relay will deenergise safe condition when the max level is reached Dry run protection the relay will deenergise safe condition when the min level is reached Make sure that you have selected the correct characteristics See menu item Setup Current output mode Mode of operation Current output mode BNET protection Overfill prot Dru runnina pratection Lock adjustment With this menu item you protect the sensor parameters against unauthorize or unintentional modifications This menu item is described in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module 28 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LL v6E 39411 EN 110525 VEGA Display Language Display Displayed value Diagnosis Device status Diagnosis Pointer Diagnosis Adjustment data 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module Display With this parameter you can change the display language This parameter is described in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module With this parameter you can change the indication of the display You can select if the display should show the actual pulse rate of the electronics temperature Display Displayed value Language Te Displayed value Count rate Electronics temp Diagnostics In this menu item you can enquire the status of your sensor In normal operation th
25. ed into the sensor and removed at any time You can find further information in the operating instructions ndicating 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 find further information in the operating instructions Interface adapter VEGACONNECT Document ID 32628 VEGADIS 61 is an external indicating and adjustment unit for sensors with single chamber housing and double chamber housing Ex d It is suitable for measured value indication and adjustment of plics sensors and is connected to the sensor with a four wire screened standard cable up to 50 m long You can find further information in the operating instructions VEGADIS 61 Document ID 27720 The VEGADIS 62 is suitable for measured value indication of sensors It is looped into the 4 20 mA HART signal cable You can find further information in the operating instructions VEGADIS 62 Document ID 36469 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 9 3 Product description External radio unit Electronics module Handling permit VEGA The PLICSMOBILE T61 is an external GSM GPRS radio unit for transmission of measured values and for remote parameter adjust ment of plics sensors The adjustment is carried
26. equency range 5 200 Hz 2 x cable gland M20 x 1 5 cable 6 12 mm 3x blind stopper M20 x 1 5 Attached 1 x cable gland M20 x 1 5 5 x closing cap red 12 NPT Attached 3 x cable gland NPT cable 9 6 12 mm 3 x blind stopper 2 NPT 0 2 2 5 mm AWG 24 14 0 2 1 5 mm AWG 24 16 through the sensor LC display in dot matrix 4 keys IP 20 IP 40 ABS Polyester foil Day Month Year 12 h 24 h CET 1 C 1 8 F 1 C 1 8 F 20 72 V DC 9 Tested according to the guidelines of German Lloyd GL directive 2 52 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSO0L L N3 LL T6E 39411 EN 110525 VEGA 11 Supplement Version for mains voltage 20 253 V AC 50 60 Hz Interpolation protection Available Max power consumption 6 VA AC 4 W DC Electrical protective measures Protection depending on housing version IP 66 IP 674 Overvoltage category Il Protection class Approvals Instruments with approvals can have different technical data depending on the version That s why the associated approval documents have to be noted with these instruments They are part of the delivery or can be downloaded under www vega com via VEGA Tools and serial number search as well as via Downloads and Approvals A suitable cable is the prerequisite for maintaining the protection rating POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 53 11 Supplement VELA 11 2 Dimensions
27. es e g to the VEGA instruments VEGATRENN 149A VEGAMET 381 and VEGAMET 391 Commercially available Ex separators are also usually equipped with sufficient 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 configuration 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 in 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 firmware versions You can download the latest instrument software from our homepage A description of the update procedure is also available in the Internet 36 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSO0L L N3 LL v6 39411 EN 110525 Standard Full version 7 Setup with PACTware Further setup steps are described in the operating instructions manual DTM Collection 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 n x r1 PA
28. f you have selected Single point adjustment as adjustment mode Setup Adjustment mode In this menu item you can adjust at which percentage value of the max pulse rate the sensor should switch over Since the radiation with covered sensor is virtually absorbed in most cases the count rate with covered sensor is very low The change between the two statuses is sufficiently clear POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 27 6 Setup with the indicating and adjustment module VELA Setup Current output mode Setup Relay Lock setup adjustment Hence a percentage value of 90 for the Delta value is recommended You select lower values for the sensitive detection of material cones or buildup which only cause a partial absorption of the radiation Setup BREL cual 90 00 DeltaI 7 Current output mode 5 Relay 1 00 100 00 In this menu item you can select the switching condition of the sensor You can choose between an 8 16 mA characteristics or a 16 8 mA characteristics In this menu item you can also determine the switching condition in case of failure You can select if the current output should output 22 mA or lt 3 6 mA in case of failure Setup Current output mode Failure mode Adjustment point Delta I Current output mode Relay Lock adjustment In this menu item you can select in which mode the sensor should work You can choose between overfill and dry run protection The relay outputs of th
29. gs Copy instrument settings Wes Menutem omae loop name Background ra 0 ct s diation Damping Is calculated automatically by the instrument Current output 8 16 mA 3 6 mA mode Modulated measuring current Reference value None Relay With this function you can select the mode The sensor offers the HART modes standard and multidrop The mode Standard with fixed address O factory setting means output of the measured value as 8 16 mA signal This parameter is described in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module With this function e Load parameter adjustment data from the sensor into the indicating and adjustment module e Write parameter adjustment data from the indicating and adjust ment module into the sensor This parameter is described in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module 32 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LLT6E 39411 EN 110525 Info Instrument name Inf Instrument version Info Calibration date Info Instrument features 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module Info In this menu item you can find the instrument name and the serial number This parameter is described in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module In this menu item you can find the hardware and software version of the instrument This parameter is described in the operating instructi
30. he operating instructions manual may be carried out only by personnel authorised by the manufacturer Arbitrary conversions or modifications are explicitly forbidden The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must also be observed POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 5 2 For your safety VEGA 2 5 CE conformity The device fulfills the legal requirements of the applicable EC guidelines By attaching the CE mark VEGA provides a confirmation of successful testing You can find the CE conformity declaration in the download area of www vega com 2 6 Fulfillment of NAMUR recommendations The device fulfills the requirements of the applicable NAMUR recommendations 2 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 e Chapter Packaging transport and storage e Chapter Disposal POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LLv6E 39411 EN 110525 Type label Serial number Scope of the operating instructions manual Electronics versions 3 Product description 3 Product description 3 1 Structure The type label contains the mo
31. information concerning radiation protection and regulations in other countries POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 11 4 Mounting Switch off source Moisture A Suitability for the pro cess conditions Protective caps Mounting position 4 Mounting 4 1 General instructions The source container is part of the measuring system In case the source container is already equipped with an active isotope the source container must be locked before mounting Danger Before mounting make sure that the source is reliably switched off Protect the switched off condition of the source container with a padlock against unintended switching on again 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 off 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 fitting 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 ca
32. information you need for mounting connection and setup as well as important instructions for maintenance and fault rectification Please read this information before putting the instrument into operation and keep this manual accessible in the immediate vicinity of the device 1 2 Target group This operating instructions manual is directed to trained qualified personnel The contents of this manual should be made available to these personnel and put into practice by them 1 8 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 Sequence Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LLv6E 39411 EN 110525 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 wor
33. k on and with the device the required personal protective equipment must always be worn 2 2 Appropriate use The POINTRAC 31 is a sensor for level detection You can find detailed information on the application range in chapter Product description Operational reliability is ensured only if the instrument is properly used according to the specifications in the operating instructions manual as well as possible supplementary instructions 2 3 Warning about misuse Inappropriate or incorrect use of the instrument can give rise to application specific hazards e g vessel overfill or damage to system components through incorrect mounting or adjustment 2 4 General safety instructions This is a state of the art instrument complying with all prevailing regulations and guidelines The instrument must only be operated in a technically flawless and reliable condition The operator is responsible for the trouble free operation of the instrument During the entire duration of use the user is obliged to determine the compliance of the necessary occupational safety measures with the current valid rules and regulations and also take note of new regulations The safety instructions in this operating instructions manual the national installation standards as well as the valid safety regulations and accident prevention rules must be observed by the user For safety and warranty reasons any invasive work on the device beyond that described in t
34. l screwdriver When loosening the locking the terminal block is automatically squeezed out It must snap in when inserting it again 5 2 Connection Non Ex instruments and instruments with pressure tight encap sulation Ex d approval Fig 8 Electronics and connection compartment with non Ex instruments and instruments with Ex d approval 1 Voltage supply 2 Relay output 3 Signal output 8 16 mA HAHT active 4 Signal output 8 16 MA HART Multidrop passive 5 Signal input 4 20 mA 6 Switching input for NPN transistor 7 Switching input floating 8 Transistor output 9 Interface for sensor sensor communication 10 Adjustment of bus address for sensor sensor communication MGC 1 MGC Multi Gauge Connection POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 19 5 Connecting to power supply S is Adjustment and connec tion compartment Non Ex instruments Ex d approval Fig 9 Adjustment and connection compartment with non Ex instruments and instruments with Ex d approval 1 Terminals for the external indicating and adjustment unit 2 Contact pins for the indicating and adjustment module or interface adapter Instruments with intrinsically safe current output Ex ia appro val You can find detailed information of the explosion protected versions Ex ia Ex d in the Ex specific safety instructions These safety instructions are part of the scope of delivery and come with the Ex approved instruments
35. n error statstics is displayed in the menu Diagnosis under Device status in the indicating and adjustment module as well as in the DTM and EDD 40 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LL v6E 39411 EN 110525 Failure 9 Diagnosis and service Maintenance Due to external influences the instrument function is limited The measurement is affected but the measured value is still valid Plan instrument for maintenance because failure must be expected in the near future for example due to buildup This status message is always inactive and can be activated via DTM and EDD The error codes are dispayed via the indicating and adjustment module as well as DTM and EDD in the control system Additional information on error statstics is displayed in the menu Diagnosis under Device status in the indicating and adjustment module as well as in the DTM and EDD The following table shows the error codes and text messages in the status message Failure and provides information on causes as well as corrective measures Example for a failure message C9 Invalid linearizer table F025 Code Removal Text mes sage F008 Error multi sensor com munication F013 Sensor signal failure F016 Adjustment data exchan ged F017 Adjustment span too small F025 Invalid linear ization table F030 Process value out of limits Additional sensors not switched on EMC influences No other senso
36. n find the specifications in chapter Technical data or on the type label In the case of instrument housings with self sealing NPT threads it is not possible to have the cable glands screwed in at the factory The openings of the cable glands are therefore closed with red protection caps as transport protection Prior to setup you have to replace these protective caps with approved cable glands or close the openings with suitable blind plugs The suitable cable glands and blind plugs come with the instrument 4 2 Mounting instructions Note Along with the planning your specialists will analyse the conditions of the measurement loop to dimension the source isotope respectively 12 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSO0LL N3 LL v6 39411 EN 110525 4 Mounting You will get a Source Sizing document with the required isotope strength and all relevant mounting information for your measurement loop In addition to the following mounting information you have to follow the instructions of this Source Sizing document The following mounting information is applicable as long as there is nothing else specified in the Source Sizing document Fig 3 Mounting position level detection 1 Vertical mounting 2 Mounting horizontally across the level You can find information on protective fences and the mounting of the corresponding source container in the operating instructions manual of the source
37. n when the screen is earthed on both ends To avoid this the cable screen must only be connected to ground potential on one side of the switching cabinet in such applications The cable screen must not be connected to the internal ground terminal in the sensor and the outer ground terminal on the housing not to the potential equalisation Information The metal parts of the instrument are conductive connected with the inner and outer ground terminal on the housing This connection exists either directly metallic or with instruments with external electronics via the screen of the special connection cable You can find specifications to the potential connections within the instrument in chapter Technical data The connection of the voltage supply and the signal output is carried out 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 Proceed as follows The procedure applies to instruments without explosion protection 1 Unscrew the big housing cover 2 Loosen compression nut of the cable entry 3 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 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 17 5 Connecting to power supply S os 4 Insert the cable into the sensor through the cable entry Fig 7 Connection steps 4 and
38. nce is required in normal operation The corresponding source container must be checked in regular intervals You can find further information in the operating instructions manual of the source container 9 2 Status messages The instrument has self monitoring and diagnosis according to NE 107 and VDI VDE 2650 Status messages are outputted on the device status Detailed messages are visible under diagnosis via DTM indicating and adjustment module dependent on the sensor type and EDD there also in the respective colour The messages are divided into the following categories a ed Fig 17 Pictograms of the status messages Failure red Function check orange Out of specification yellow Maintenance blue AC Failure Due to a malfunction in the instrument a failure message is outputted This status message is always activated and cannot be deactivated Function check The instrument is in operation the measured value is temporarily invalid for example during simulation This status message is always activated and cannot be deactivated by the user Out of specification The measured value is unstable because the instrument specification is exceeded e g electronics temperature This status message is always inactive and can be activated via DTM and EDD The error codes and text messages are dispayed via the indicating and adjustment module as well as DTM and EDD in the control system Additional information o
39. ngth 304 mm 12 in lugs on the sensor housing 11 Supplement 316L PVT Polyvinyltoluene Aluminium die casting AlSi10Mg powder coated basis Polyester 316L NBR stainless steel housing investment casting silicone Aluminium housing Polycarbonate 316L 99 mm 0 35 in hole centre distance 119 mm 4 69 in 3 4 kg 7 5 lbs measuring length 8 36 kg 18 43 lbs measuring length 0 98 kg 2 16 Ibs 1 95 kg 4 3 Ibs 50 Nm 36 88 Ibf ft Max torque for NPT cable glands and Conduit tubes Aluminium Stainless steel housing Input variable Measured variable 50 Nm 36 88 Ibf ft The measured variable is the intensity of the gamma radiation When the intensity of the radia tion is below the stipulated value due to a damping by the medium the POINTRAC 31 switches POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 49 11 Supplement Fig 18 Data of the input variable L Measuring range range in which the switching point must lie Measuring range Analogue input Type of input nternal load Switching input Type of input Open Collector Type of input Relay contact Output variable Output signals Terminal voltage passive Shortcircuit protection Potential separation Failure signal current output adjustable Max output current Starting current Load 8 16 mA HART active 8 16 mA HART intrinsically safe Damping 63 of the input va
40. nstrument name hardware and software version calibration date instrument features Check if the correct language is already adjusted for the display If not you can change the language in the menu item Display Language Display Language Diagnostics Displayed value Additional adjustments Info Start with the setup of POINTRAC 31 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 Possibly keep the sequence of the menu items 24 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LLT6E 39411 EN 110525 VEGA Setup Measurement loop name Setup Isotope Setup Applica tion 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module Setup In this menu item you can assign an unambiguous name to the sensor or the measurement loop This parameter is described in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module In this menu item you can adjust the POINTRAC 31 to the integrated isotope in the source container For this purpose check which isotope is integrated in the source container You can find this information on the type label of the source container Setup Measurement loop nane Application Background radiation ni e With this selection the sensitivity of the sensor is adapted in an op
41. ocedure lasts up to 1 hour Then the message appears Software update successfully executed 9 6 How to proceed in case of repair The following procedure refers only to the sensor Should a repair of the source container be necessary you can find the respective instruments in the operating instructions manual of the source container If the sensor needs to be repaired please proceed as follows You can download a return form 23 KB from our Internet homepage www vega com under Downloads Forms and certificates Hepair form By doing this you help us carry out the repair quickly and without having to call back for needed information e Print and fill out one form per instrument e Clean the instrument and pack it damage proof e Attach the completed form and if need be also a safety data sheet outside on the packaging 46 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LL v6E 39411 EN 110525 Voy 9 Diagnosis and service e Please ask the agency serving you for the address of your return shipment You can find the competent agency on our website WWW Vega com POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 47 10 Dismounting 10 Dismounting 10 1 Dismounting steps Warning 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 th
42. ol area 3 Product description When handling radioactive sources unnecessary radiation exposure must be avoided An unavoidable radiation exposure must be kept as low as possible Take note of the following three important measures Fig 2 Measures for protection against radioactive radiation 1 Shielding 2 Time 3 Distance Shielding Provide good shielding between the radioactive source and yourself as well as all other persons Special source containers e g VEGASOURCE as well as all materials with high density e g lead iron concrete etc provide effective shielding Time Stay as short a time as possible in radiation exposed areas Source Your distance to the source should be as large as possible The local dose rate of the radiation decreases in proportion to the square of the distance to the radiation source The plant operator must appoint a radiation safety officer with the necessary expert knowledge He is responsible that the radiation protection ordinance is maintained and that all radiation protection measures are implemented Control areas are areas in which the local dose rate exceeds a certain value Only persons who undergo official dose monitoring are allowed into these control areas You can find the respectively valid limit values for control areas in the guideline of the respective authority in Germany for example the radiation protection ordinance We are at your disposal for further
43. ons manual Indicating and adjustment module In this menu item you can find the calibration date as well as the date of the last change This parameter is described in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module In this menu item you can find further instrument features This parameter is described in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module 6 4 Saving the parameter adjustment data It is recommended noting the adjusted data e g in this operating instructions manual and archive them afterwards They are hence 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 ndicating 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 e All data of the menu Setup and Display e Inthe menu Additional settings the items Sensor specific units temperature unit and linearization e The values of the user programmable linearization curve The function can be also used to transfer settings from one instrument to another instrument of the same type If it is necessary to exchange a sensor then the indica
44. out via PACTware DTM by using the integrated USB connection You can find further information in the supplementary instructions PLICSMOBILE T61 Document ID 36849 The electronics module PROTRACH series 30 is a replacement part for radiation based point level sensors POINTRAC 31 You can find further information in the operating instructions Electronics module POINTRAC Document ID 40106 3 5 Corresponding source container For operation of a radiation based measurement a radiating isotope in a suitable source container is required The handling of radioactive material is regulated by law The radiation protection rules of the country in which the system is operated are relevant for operation In Germany for example the current radiation protection ordinance StriSchV based on the Atomic Energy Law AtG applies The following points are important for measurement with radiation based methods A handling permit is required for operation of a system using gamma rays This permit is issued by the respective government office or the responsible authority in Germany for example offices for environ mental protection trade supervisory boards etc You can find further instructions in the operating instructions manual of the source container 10 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LLv6E 39411 EN 110525 VEGA General instructions for radiation protection Radiation safety officer Contr
45. r available Error on the current input No valid measured value Connected instruments wi thout function Values of the min and max adjustment exchan ged The values of the min and max adjustment are too close together Wrong value in the linear ization table Process values are not within the adjusted mea suring range Check wiring between the sensors Connect the sensors cor rectly and make them rea dy for operation Check current input Check connected instru ments Slaves Correct adjustment data Correct adjustment data Correct linearization table Repeat adjustment POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 41 9 Diagnosis and service Code Text mes sage F034 EPROM hard ware error F035 EPROM data error F036 Faulty pro gram memory F037 RAM hard ware error F038 Slave signals failure F040 Hardware er ror F041 Photomultipli er error F045 Error in the current output F052 Faulty confi guration F122 Double add ress on the multisensor communicati on bus F123 X ray alarm Electronics defective Error in the internal instru ment communication Error during software up date Error in RAM Connection cable to the Slave instrument interrup ted Instrument not defined as Slave instrument Sensor defective Error in the measured va lue recording Error on the current output Invalid parameter adjust
46. r software to PC Prepare update Load software into sen sor VEGA Caution Keep in mind that a software update can lead to expiry of the approvals You can find detailed information on our homepage www vega com At www vega com downloads go to Software Select under plics sensors and instruments Firmware updates the respective instru ment series and software version Load the zip file via the right mouse key with Save target as e g on the desktop of your PC Move with the right mouse key to the folder and select Extract all Save the extracted files for example on the desktop Connect the sensor to power supply and provide a connection from the PC to the instrument via the interface adapter Start PACTware and move via the menu Project to the VEGA project assistant Select USB and Set instruments online Activate the project assistant with Start It automatically sets up the connection to the sensor and then signals Search complete Select the sensor in the project and move in the PACTware menu bar to Instrument data The select Additional functions and Software update PACTware now checks the actual hardware and software version of the sensor and displays the data This process takes approx 60 s Push the button Update software and select the previously extracted XML file Then the software update can be started The additional files are installed automatically Depending on the sensor this pr
47. riable HART output values PV Primary Value SV Secondary Value Relay output Output 152 mm 6 in or 304 mm 12 in 4 20 mA passive 250 Q 10 mA 100 mA 8 16 mA HART active 8 16 mA HART Multidrop 9 30V DC Available Available 22 mA 3 6 mA 22 mA 3 6 mA lt 500 Q lt 300 Q Is calculated automatically by the instrument Switching status Electronics temperature Relay output SPDT floating spat 50 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LL v6E 39411 EN 110525 VEGA Turn on voltage Min Max Switching current Min Max Breaking capacity Min Max Contact material relay contacts Transistor output Output Load current Voltage loss Turn on voltage Blocking current Accuracy similar to DIN EN 60770 1 11 Supplement 10 mV 253 V AC 253 V DC 10 pA 3A AC 1ADC 50 mW 750 VA AC 40 W DC If inductive loads or stronger currents are switched through the gold plating on the relay contact surface will be permanently damaged The contact is then no longer suitable for switching low level signal circuits AgNi or AgSnO and Au plated Floating transistor output permanently shortcircuit proof lt 400 mA lt 1V 55 V DC lt 10 uA Process reference conditions according to DIN EN 61298 1 Temperature Relative humidity Air pressure Reproducibility Deviation with bulk solids
48. rresters Supply voltage and current output are carried on separate two wire connection cables if reliable separation is required The supply voltage range can differ depending on the instrument version The data for power supply are specified in chapter Technical data This instrument is designed in protection class 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 Always connect the instrument to vessel ground potential equal isation or in case of plastic vessels to the next ground potential For this purpose there is a ground terminal on the side of the instrument housing For power supply an approved installation cable with PE conductor is necessary The 8 16 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 for industrial areas screened cable should be used Use cable with round cross section A cable outer diameter of 6 12 mm 0 24 0 47 in ensures the seal effect of the cable gland If you are using cable with a different 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 Techni
49. s derechos en el campo de la propiedad industrial Para mayor informaci n revise la pagina webhttp www vega com Jinnnn npoaykuuna cbupmb BETA 3auuujarorca no BceMy mupy npaBaMM Ha MHTennekryanbHytio COOCTBEHHOCTb lanisHenulyro uHdcpopMauyro cMorpure Ha calirehttp www vega com VEGAN i f ERZAR P MR o 3t 2548 Bie d Dl 5 http www vega com 11 4 Trademark All the brands as well as trade and company names used are property of their lawful proprietor originator 56 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LLv6E 39411 EN 110525 VEGA INDEX A Accessory External indicating and adjustment unit 9 External indicating unit 9 External radio unit 10 Indicating and adjustment module 9 Interface adapter 9 Adjustment data 29 Adjustment mode 26 Adjustment point 27 Adjustment system 23 Application 25 Background radiation 26 C Cable entry 16 Calibration date 33 Check signal 44 Connection cable 16 Connection procedure 17 Connection technology 17 Control areas 11 Copy 32 Current output mode 28 D Damping 30 Date 31 DD Device Description 39 Default values 31 Delta 27 Displayed value 29 E EDD Enhanced Device Description 39 Error messages 40 F Fault rectification 44 Functional principle 8 G Grounding 17 H Handling permit 10 Index HART 32 Heat 15 l Instrument features 33 Instrument name 33 Instrument version 33 Isotope Co 60
50. st important data for identification and use of the instrument O sn 19997089 Ex 77761 Schiltach Germany Www Vega Com Fig 1 Structure of the type label example Instrument type Product code Electronics Protection rating Process and ambient temperature process pressure Instrument length Hardware and software version Order number Serial number of the instrument 10 ID numbers instrument documentation OANDAAWBHDH The serial number on the type label of the instrument allows you to call up the order data operating instructions manuals sensor data for the service DTM as well as the test certificate depending on the instrument To do this open under www vega com VEGA Tools and serial number search This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument versions e Hardware from 1 0 3 e Software from 1 1 0 e Modification status electronics from 01 The instrument is available in different electronics versions Each version can be identified via the product code on the type label as well as on the electronics e Standard electronics type PROTRACH XX POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 7 3 Product description Scope of delivery Application area Functional principle Packaging Transport Transport inspection The scope of delivery encompasses e Radiation based point level sensor Mounting accessory e Documentation this operating instructions manual
51. t signal The following table describes possible errors which can probably cause a failure message The instrument Voltage supply Check cables for breaks repair if signals covered missing necessary without covering with the medium Operating voltage Check adapt if necessary too low or load resistance too high The instrument signals covered with covering with ihe medium Electrical con Check connection according to chap nection faulty ter Connection steps and if ne cessary correct according to chapter Wiring plan Electronics de Change the switching behaviour of the fective sensors under Diagnosis Simulation If the instrument does not switch over send it in for repair Buildup on the Remove buildup inner wall of the Check the Delta value vessel Improve the switching threshold carry out a double point adjustment 44 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LL v6 39411 EN 110525 Reaction after fault rec tification 24 hour service hotline 9 Diagnosis and service Current signal Oscillator in the Note error messages on the indicating greaterthan 22 mA sensor defective and adjustment module or less than 3 6 mA Depending on the failure reason and measures taken the steps described in chapter Set up must be carried out again if necessary Should these measures not be successful please call in urgent cases the VEGA service hotline under the phone no 49 1
52. timum way to the isotope The POINTRAC 31 requires this information for the decay compen sation An annual recalibration is hence not necessary 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 gt key Setup Enter here the respective application This menu item enables adaptation of the sensor to the requested application You can choose between the following applications Level X ray alarm or Heal value correction Setup Application Measurement loop name Isotope 7 oint leue Application Point level Ray alarm Background radiation Standardization Unit e X ray alarm The radiation of external radiation sources can influence the measuring result of continuously measuring radiation based sensors You can also use the POINTRAC 31 as a Slave instrument for detection against X ray alarm Hence an alarm can be triggered For this function you require PACTware with the respective DTM POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 25 6 Setup with the indicating and adjustment module VELA Setup Background ra diation Setup Unit Setup Adjustment mode Real value correction You can also use the POINTRAC 31 as a Slave instrument for detection of a defined level Hence you can automatically correct the measured value of a continuously measuring radiation based sensor to the real value when this level is reached For
53. ting and adjustment module is inserted into the replacement instrument and the data are also written into the sensor via the menu item Copy sensor data POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 33 6 Setup with the indicating and adjustment module 34 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LLv6E 39411 EN 110525 WARUM Setup with PACTware 7 Setup with PACTware 7 1 Connecting the PC Via the interface adapter directly on the sensor Fig 14 Connection of the PC directly to the sensor via the interface adapter 1 USB cable to the PC 2 Interface adapter VEGACONNECT 4 3 Sensor Information The interface adapter VEGACONNECT 3 or additional previous versions are not suitable for connection to the sensor POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire 35 7 Setup with PACTware Connection via HART Prerequisites Fig 15 Connecting the PC via HAHT to the signal cable POINTRAC 31 HART resistance 250 Q optional depending on processing Connection cable with 2 mm pins and terminals Processing system PLC Voltage supply Voltage supply O1 4 amp 4 Co l5 gt Necessary components POINTRAC 31 PC with PACTware and suitable VEGA DTM VEGACONNECT 4 HART resistance approx 250 O Power supply unit or processing system Note With power supply units with integrated HART resistance internal resistance approx 250 C an additional external resistance is not necessary This appli
54. tment mo and removed again at any time It is not necessary to interrupt the dule power supply Proceed as follows Unscrew the small housing cover 2 Place the indicating and adjustment module in the desired position on the electronics you can choose any one of four different positions each displaced by 90 3 Press the indicating and adjustment module onto the electronics and turn it to the right until it snaps in 4 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 12 Insert indicating and adjustment module 22 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSOLL N3 LLv6E 39411 EN 110525 Key functions Adjustment system 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module Note If you intend to retrofit the instrument with an indicating and adjustment module for continuous measured value indication a higher cover with an inspection glass is required 6 2 Adjustment system Fig 13 Indicating and adjustment elements 1 LC display 2 Adjustment keys e OK key Move to the menu overview Confirm selected menu A Edit parameter Save value e gt key Presentation change measured value Select list entry Select editing position e key Change value of the parameter e
55. yclable 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 POINTRAC 31 8 16 mA HART four wire ScSO0L L N3 LL v6 39411 EN 110525 VEGA Storage Storage and transport temperature Indicating and adjust ment module Interface adapter External indicating and adjustment unit External indicating unit 3 Product description 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 Dry and dust free Not exposed to corrosive media Protected against solar radiation Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration Storage and transport temperature see chapter Supplement Technical data Ambient conditions e Relative humidity 20 85 3 4 Accessories and replacement parts The indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM is used for measured value indication adjustment and diagnosis It can be insert
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