Operating Instructions
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1. Fig 1 VEGAFLEX 62 in cable version with plastic housing Housing cover with integrated indicating and adjustment module optional Housing with electronics Process fitting 1 2 3 The type label contains the most important data for identification and use of the instrument Scope of delivery Constituent parts Type label VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 Article number Serial number Technical data Article numbers documentation With the serial number you can access the delivery data of the instrument via www vega com VEGA Tools and serial number search In addition to the type label outside you can also find the serial number on the inside of the instrument 3 2 Principle of operation VEGAFLEX 62 is a level sensor with cable or rod probe for continuous level measurement It is designed for industrial use in all areas of process technology and can be used equally well in liquids or solids High frequency microwave pulses are guided along a steel rope or a rod Upon reaching the product surface the microwave pulses are reflected The running time is evaluated by the instrument and outputted as distance Power is supplied via the H1 Fieldbus A two wire cable according to Fieldbus specification serves as carrier of both power and digital data for multiple sensors This cable can be operated in two versions e viaan H1 interface2. Simulate INDIRECT SQRT L FIELD VALUE Alt Channel 1 Primary Value t Al2 Channel 2 Secondary Value 1 Channel 3 Secondary Value 2 Distance Interface Channel 5 Total Sensor Value Distance Level Fig 33 VEGAFLEX 62 measured value processing 54 VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus VEGA 10 Supplement Diagram adjustment The following illustration shows the function of the adjustment Secondary_value_1 A cal_level_hi i i cal level lo l Bo Calibration Calibration Sensor value Lowest Point Highest Point T Sensor reference plane cal level hi 26 Calibration Highest Point cal level lo 96 1 Calibration Lowest Point Fig 34 Adjustment VEGAFLEX 62 Parameter list The following list contains the most important parameters and their meaning e primary value This is the process value after adjustment and Linearization with the status of the transducer block Itis the input for the AIFB when CHANNEL 1 is selected The unit is defined in primary value unit e primary value unit Selected unit code for primary value e secondary value 1 This is the process value after adjustment with the status of the transducer block Itis the input for the AIFB when CHANNEL 2 is selected
3. The unit is defined in secondary value 2 unit e secondary value 1 unit Selected unit code for secondary value 1 VEGAFLEX 62 e Foundation Fieldbus 55 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 Supplement VEGA secondary_value_2 This is the distance value sensor value with the status of the transducer block Itis the input for the AIFB when CHANNEL 3 is selected The unit is defined in secondary value 2 secondary value 2 unit Selected unit code for secondary value 2 sensor value This is the distance value of the sensor The unit is defined in sensor range Units Index sensor range on sensor range Units Index is the unit for sensor value max min peak sensor value Calibration Highest Lowest Point and empty vessel ocrr dist simulate primary value simulate secondary value 1 simulate secondary value 2 Linearization Type Linearization Type the selectable types are Linear User def Cylindric lying container Spherical container tab op code tab index tab max number tag min number tab actual number tab status tab x y value display source selector Selects the type of value which is displayed on the indicating and adjustment module max peak sensor value Holds the maximum sensor value The unit is defined in sensor range Units Index min peak sensor value Holds the minimum sensor value The unit is defined in sensor range Units Index Calibration Highest Po
4. 2 8 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 2 9 Environmental instructions Protection of the environment is one of our most important duties That is why we have introduced an environment management system with the goal of continuously improving company environmental protection The environment management system is 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 VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 2 For your safety 3 Product description 3 Product description 3 1 Structure The scope of delivery encompasses VEGAFLEX 62 level sensor Documentation this operating instructions manual Operating instructions manual 27835 Indicating and adjust ment module PLICSCOM optional Supplementary instructions manual Plug connector for con tinuously measuring sensors optional Ex specific Safety instructions with Ex versions if necessary further certificates The VEGAFLEX 82 consists of the components Process fitting with probe Housing with electronics Housing cover optionally available with indicating and adjustment module
5. 9 OH 176 F 60 C 140 F 1 40 C 104 F 20 C 58 F T t 40 C 0 C 50 C 100 C 40 F 32 F 122 F 212 F Fig 32 Ambient temperature Process temperature 1 Ambient temperature 2 Process temperature depending on the seal material Electromechanical data version IP 66 IP 67 and IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar 1x cable gland M20 1 5 cable 5 9 mm 1 x blind stopper M20 x 1 5 1 x closing cap M20 x 1 5 1 x blind stopper M20 x 1 5 1 x closing cap NPT 1 x blind plug NPT 1 x plug depending on the version 1 x blind stopper M20 x 1 5 Cable entry plug Single chamber housing e or e or e or Depending on the version M12 x 1 according to DIN 43650 Harting 7 51 8 FF VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 VEGA e 1xcable entry M20 x 1 5 cable 5 9 mm 1 x blind stopper M20 x 1 5 1 x blind stopper M16 x 1 5 or optionally available with 1 x plug M12 x 1 for VEGADIS 61 or e 1 x closing cap NPT 1 x blind stopper NPT 1 x blind stopper M16 x 1 5 or optionally 1 x plug M12 x 1 for VEGADIS 61 or e 1 x plug depending on the version 1 x blind stopper M20 x 1 5 1 x blind stopper M16 x 1 5 or optionally available with 1 x plug M12 x 1 for VEGADIS 61 2 5 mm AWG 14 10 Supplement Double chamber housing Spring loaded
6. Caution No grease should be used when screwing the NPT cable gland or steel tube into the threaded insert Standard grease can contain additives that corrode the connection between threaded insert and housing This would influence the stability of the connection and the tightness of the housing In systems with potential equalisation connect the cable screen directly to ground potential at the power supply unit in the connection box and at the sensor The screen in the sensor must be connected directly to the internal ground terminal The ground terminal outside on the housing must be connected to the potential equalisation low impedance Safety instructions Voltage supply Connection cable Cable gland NPT A Cable screening and grounding VEGAFLEX 62 e Foundation Fieldbus 19 31840 EN 100426 5 Connecting to power supply VEGA In systems without potential equalisation connect the cable screen directly to ground potential at the power supply unit and at the sensor In the connection box or T distributor the screen of the short stub to the sensor must not be connected to ground potential or to another cable screen The cable screens to the power supply unit and to the next distributor must be connected to each other and also connected to ground potential via a ceramic capacitor e g 1 nF 1500 V The low frequency potential equalisation currents are thus suppressed but the protective effect aga
7. Flanges according to DIN EN ASME JIS GOST 30391 Spacer VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 1 About this document 1 1 Function This operating instructions manual provides all the information you need for mounting connection and setup as well as important instructions for maintenance and fault 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 3 Symbolism used Information tip note This symbol indicates helpful additional information Caution If this warning is ignored faults or malfunctions can result Warning If this warning is ignored injury to persons and or serious damage to the instrument can result Danger If this warning is ignored serious injury to persons and or destruction of the instrument can result Ex applications This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications List The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence Action This arrow indicates a single action Sequence Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus About this document 1 2 For your safety
8. 15 mm 0 591 3mm 0 118 T 0 118 0 10mm_L 0 394 t 0 08 m 0 3m 3 15 11 811 Fig 26 Deviation VEGAFLEX 62 in rod version in water 1 Dead zone no measurement possible in this area L Probe length A 15mm L 0 591 5mm 0 197 0 5mm 0 10 mm 4 0 591 7 T 0 15m 03m 5 906 11 811 Fig 27 Deviation VEGAFLEX 62 in rod version in oil 1 Dead zone no measurement possible in this area L Probe length 48 VEGA 10 Supplement 15mm 0 591 3mm 0 118 0 118 15 mm 0 591 T t 0 08 m 0 3m 0 3m 3 15 11 811 11 811 Fig 28 Deviation VEGAFLEX 62 in cable version probe length L lt 20 m in water 1 Dead zone no measurement possible in this area L Probe length D D T T 0 15m 0 3m 0 05 m 5 906 11 811 1 969 0 25 m 9 843 Fig 29 Deviation VEGAFLEX 62 in cable version probe length L lt 20 m in oil 1 Dead zone no measurement possible in this area L Probe length VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 49 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 10 Supplement VEGA pr 20 mm 0 787 15mm 0 591 3mm 0 118 ee 0 l t 3 mm L ve tc cr 0 118 0 08 m 0 3m 20m 3 15 11 811 787
9. Display Diagnostics Service Info 1 Min adjustment 1 1 000 0 10 000 m d 1 245 m d p Displav Basic adjustment 2 gt Display Diagnostics Service Info Displayed value 2 1 Al Out Diagnostics Basic adjustment 3 Display gt Diagnostics Service Info Pointer 3 1 Distance min 0 580 m d Dist max 16 785 m d 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 Simulation 44 Start simulation lt gt Copy sensor data 4 8 Copy sensor data m Last change using PC 5 4 19 August 2003 17 48 h 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM Gating out of false signals 4 3 Change now Language 4 7 Deutsch Date of manufacture 5 3 12 Dec 2005 Software version 3 22 VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 4 2 4 6 5 2 Application Liquid Standard DK 2 2 Unit of measurement m d Instrument type VEGAFLEX 6x Serial number 12345678 Service Basic adjustment 4 Display Diagnostics lt Service Info Sensor 4 1 5 00 m FI Rod Reset 4 5 3 Select reset FI PIN 4 9 Enable i Info Basic adjustment 5 Displav Diagnostics Service gt Info Device ID 5 1 gt max 32 characters lt Sensor TAG PD TAG max 32 characters Sensor characteristics 5 5 Version 34 6 Set up with the
10. 2 For your safety 2 1 Authorised personnel All operations described in this operating instructions manual must be carried out only by trained specialist personnel authorised by the plant operator During work on and with the device the required personal protective equipment must always be worn 2 2 Appropriate use VEGAFLEX 62 is a sensor for continuous level measurement 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 For safety and warranty reasons any invasive work on the device beyond that described in the operating instructions manual may be carried out only by personnel authorised by the manufacturer Arbitrary conversions or modifications are explicitly forbidden 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 high tech instrument requiring the strict observance of standard regulations and guidelines The user must take note of the safety instructions in this operating instructions manual the country specific installation standards as well as all prevailing safety regulations and
11. 27 Key functions Adjustment system 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM VEGA 6 4 Setup steps After VEGAFLEX 62 is connected to voltage supply or after voltage recurrence the instrument carries out a self check for approx 30 seconds The following steps are carried out e Internal check of the electronics e Indication of the instrument type the firmware as well as the sensor TAGs sensor designation e Status byte goes briefly to fault value Then the current measured value will be displayed and the corresponding digital output signal will be outputted to the cable As VEGAFLEX 62 is a distance measuring instrument the distance from the sensor to the product surface is measured To have the real product level displayed an allocation of the measured distance to the percentage height must be made To carry out this adjustment the distance is entered with full and empty vessel If these values are not known an adjustment with the distance values e g 10 and 90 is also possible Starting point for these distance specifications is always the seal surface of the thread or flange With these settings the real level is calculated Furthermore the operating range of the sensor is limited from maximum to the required range The real product level during this adjustment is not important because the min max adjustment is always carried out without changi
12. Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry The seal ring must completely encircle the cable 12 Screw the housing cover on The electrical connection is finished 5 3 Wiring plan single chamber housing The following illustrations apply to the non Ex as well as to the Ex ia version VEGAFLEX 62 e Foundation Fieldbus 21 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 5 Connecting to power supply VEGA Typ OF 0505 0 Display 8 2 5 6 7 8 SU Fig 13 Electronics and connection compartment with single chamber housing 1 Plug connector for VEGACONNECT l C interface 2 Spring loaded terminals for connection of the external indication VEGADIS 61 3 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen 4 Spring loaded terminals for Foundation Fieldbus connection 5 Simulation switch mode for simulation release e SS i 2 5 6 7 8 o pese c ERN l Fig 14 Wiring plan single chamber housing 1 Voltage supplv Signal output 5 4 Wiring plan double chamber housing The following illustrations apply to the non Ex as well as to the Ex ia version VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus Electronics and connec tion compartment Wiring plan 22 VEGA 5 Connecting to power supply Electronics compart ment i ES Bus Display D DS DIE 0 0 Si
13. VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 43 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 9 Dismounting 9 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 the listed steps in reverse order 9 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 VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 9 Dismounting 44 10 Supplement 316L and PTFE Hastelloy C22 2 4602 and PTFE FKM Viton FFKM Kalrez 6375 EPDM silicone FEP coated On site instruments with thread Klingersil C 4400 is attached 318 S13 1 4462
14. a test according to DIN EN 24180 The packaging of standard instruments consists of environment friendly recyclable cardboard For special versions PE foam or PE foil is also used Dispose of the packaging material via specialised recycling companies Transport must be carried out under consideration of the notes on the transport packaging Nonobservance of these instructions can cause damage to the device The delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit damage immediately at receipt Ascertained transit damage or concealed defects must be appropriately dealt with 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 VEGA Packaging Transport Transport inspection Storage Storage and transport temperature VEGAFLEX 62 e Foundation Fieldbus 9 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 4 Mounting 4 1 General instructions Make sure that all parts of the instrument exposed to the process in particular the sensor element process seal and process fitting
15. accident prevention rules The instrument must only be operated in a technically flawless and reliable condition The operator is responsible for 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 VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 5 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 VEGA 2 5 Safety label on the instrument The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must be observed 2 6 CE conformity This 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 7 Fulfillment of NAMUR recommendations With respect to compatibility the NAMUR recommendation NE 53 is fulfilled This applies also to the corresponding indicating and adjustment components VEGA instruments are generally upward and downward compatible e Sensor software to DTM VEGAFLEX 62 e DTM VEGAFLEX 62 for adjustment software PACTware e Indicating and adjustment module for sensor software The parameter adjustment of the basic sensor functions is independ ent of the software version The range of available functions depends on the respective software version of the individual components
16. automatically Depending on the sensor this procedure can last approximately 1 h VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 1 Assignment Foundation Fieldbus Load sensor software to PC Prepare update Load software into sen sor 42 8 Maintenance and fault rectification 8 6 Instrument repair If a repair is necessary please proceed as follows You can download a return form 23 KB from our Internet homepage www vega com under Downloads Forms and certificates Repair 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 Attach the completed form and if need be also a safety data sheet outside on the packaging e Please ask the agency serving you for the address of your return shipment You can find the respective agency on our website www vega com under Company VEGA worldwide On instruments with exchangeable rod the rod must be unscrewed for transport to avoid damages Return the parts separately for repair To loosen to rod you require a fork spanner with wrench size 8 1 Loosen the rod with a fork spanner SW 8 applied to the flat surfaces provide counterforce with another fork spanner SW 8 2 Twist off the loosened rod manually See also chapter Maintenance and fault rectification lExchange cable rod Return of rod versions
17. terminals for wire cross sec tion Electromechanical data version IP 66 IP 68 1 bar 1 x IP 68 cable gland M20 x 1 5 1 x blind stopper M20 x 1 5 1 x IP 68 cable gland M20 x 1 5 1 x blind stopper M20 x 1 5 1 x blind stopper M16 x 1 5 0 5 mm AWG 20 gt 0 036 O m 1200 N 270 Ibf 5 m 16 4 ft 1000 m 3280 ft 25 mm 0 984 in with 25 C 77 F 8 mm 0 315 in Black Blue Blue through the sensor LC display in dot matrix 4 keys IP 20 IP 40 ABS VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus Cable entry Single chamber housing Double chamber housing Connection cable Wire cross section Wire resistance Tensile strength Standard length Mex length Min bending radius Diameter approx Colour standard PE Colour standard PUR Colour Ex version Indicating and adjustment module Voltage supply and data transmission Indication Adjustment elements Protection rating unassembled mounted into the sensor without cover Materials Housing 52 10 Supplement Polyester foil VEGA Inspection window Voltage supplv Operating voltage Non Ex instrument EExia instrument EEx d instrument Operating voltage with lighted indicating and adjustment module 9 32V DC 9 24 V DC 16 32 V DC 12 32V DC 12 24 V DC 20 32V DC Non Ex instrument EExia instrument EEx d instrument Power supply by
18. top If this is not possible use short sockets with small diameter Higher sockets or sockets with a bigger diameter can generally be used They simply increase the upper dead band Check if this is relevant for your measurement In such cases always carry out a gating out of false signals after installation You can find further information under Setup procedure d h DN40 DN150 150 gt DN150 DN200 100 Fig 8 Mounting socket When welding the socket make sure that the socket is flush to the vessel wall Fig 9 Socket must be installed flush 1 Unfavourable installation 2 Socket flush optimum installation 16 VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 4 Mounting Standpipes or bypass tubes are normally metal tubes with a diameter of 30 200 mm 1 18 7 87 in In measurement technology such a tube corresponds to a coax probe It does not matter if the standpipe is perforated or slotted for better mixing Lateral inlets with bypass tubes also do not influence the measurement Measuring probes can be mounted in bypass tubes up to DN 200 If VEGAFLEX 62 is used in standpipes or bypass tubes contact with the tube wall should be avoided We offer spacers as accessories for fastening the probe in the middle of the tube Depending on the tube diameter or tube length one or several spacers can be mounted With cable probes
19. 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 The following table describes possible errors and helps to remove them Error Cause Removal When an additio Max supply cur Measure the current consumption nal instrument is rent of the seg reduce size of segment connected the H1 ment coupler segment fails exceeded VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus Reaction when malfunc tions occur Causes of malfunction Fault rectification 24 hour service hotline Checking Foundation Fieldbus 38 Maintenance and fault rectification Removal Check values and correct if neces sary Check cable and correct if necessary Check termination at the beginning and end points of the bus and termin ate if necessary according to the specification Check and correct if necessary Cause The menu item Display Dis play value is not set to Al Out Profibus DP cab le pole reversed Incorrect termina tion Instrument not connected to the segment Error Measured value on the indicating and adjustment module does not correspond to the value in the PLC Instrument does not appear during connection setup In Ex applications the regulations for the wiring of intrinsically safe circuits must be observed The indicating and adjustment modules indicates faults via error c
20. 10 Supplement Aluminium housing in protection rating IP 66 IP 68 1 bar 150 mm 5 91 105 mm 4 13 284 mm 3 31 g 84 mm 5 E SS x E 4 E 2 E e e M20x1 5 M20x1 5 H m A 1 Single chamber version 2 Double chamber version Stainless steel housing 59 mm 69 mm 87 mm 3 43 2 32 2 72 977 mm g gamm 8 03 3 317 M16x1 5 5 x E E E E E i 8 m Oo o 1 M20x1 5 M20x1 5 Iw T 3 SE 9 NPT 5 9 B 1 Single chamber version electropolished 2 Single chamber version precision casting 2 Double chamber version precision casting VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 59 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 10 Supplement VEGA VEGAFLEX 62 SW 60 mm 2 36 1 172 NPT Fig 39 VEGAFLEX 62 L Sensor length see chapter Technical data Lug optionally 60 VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 10 Supplement 10 4 Industrial property rights VEGA product lines are global protected by industrial property rights Further information see http 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 unter http www vega com Les lignes de produits VEGA sont g
21. 316L Hastelloy C22 2 4602 316 1 4401 316L plastic PBT Polyester Aluminium die casting AISi10Mg powder coated basis Polyester 316L 316L NBR stainless steel housing investment casting silicone Aluminium plastic housing stainless steel housing electro polished Polycarbonate 316L G A G1 A 31 A 34 NPT 1 NPT 1 NPT DIN from DN 25 ANSI from 1 approx 0 8 8 kg 0 176 17 64 Ibs approx 1600 g m 17 oz ft approx 170 g m 1 8 oz ft 730 g 26 02 up to 6 m 19 69 ft 45 VEGA 10 Supplement 10 1 Technical data General data Material 316L corresponds to 1 4404 or 1 4435 Materials wetted parts Process fitting Process seal on the instrument side cable rod leadthrough Process seal inner conductor up to the separation cable rod Rod 6 16 mm 0 63 in Cable 6 6 mm 0 236 in Gravity weight optionally available Materials non wetted parts Plastic housing Aluminium die casting housing Stainless steel housing precision cast ing Stainless steel housing electropolished Seal between housing and housing cover Inspection window in housing cover optional Ground terminal Process fittings Pipe thread cylindrical DIN 3852 A American pipe thread conical ASME B1 20 1 Flanges Weight Instrument weight depending on proc ess fitting Rod 16 mm 0 63 in Cable 6
22. 4 Fig 30 Deviation VEGAFLEX 62 in cable version probe length L gt 20 m in water 1 Dead zone no measurement possible in this area L Probe length L Kn Die 20mm 0 787 15mm L 0 591 5mm L fp 0 197 0 H e sm A zz o 0 197 015m 0 3m 20m 0 25 m 5 906 11 811 787 4 9 843 Fig 31 Deviation VEGAFLEX 62 in cable version probe length L gt 20 m in oil 1 Dead zone no measurement possible in this area L Probe length Influence of the ambient temperature to the sensor electronics Temperature drift 0 03 96 10 K relating to the max measuring range or max 0 3 6 Temperature drift Digital output 3 mm 10 K relating to the max measuring range or max 10 mm 50 VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 10 Supplement VEGA Ambient conditions Ambient storage and transport temperature 40 80 C 40 176 F Process conditions 14 5 580 psig depending on the process 150 C 40 302 F 150 C 40 302 F Process pressure 1 40 bar 100 4000 kPa fitting Process temperature thread or flange temperature FKM Viton 40 EPDM 40 FFKM Kalrez 6375 20 150 C 4 302 F The measurement error from the process condi tions is in the specified pressure and temperature range of below 1
23. EGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus AOSD 36 7 Setup with PACTware and other adjustment programs Necessary components VEGAFLEX 62 PC with PACTware and suitable VEGA DTM VEGACONNECT Power supply unit or processing system 7 2 Parameter adjustment with PACTware Further setup steps are described in the operating instructions manual DTM Collection PAC Tware attached to each CD and which can also be downloaded from our homepage A detailed description is available in the online help of PACTware and the VEGA DTMs Note Keep in mind that for setup of VEGAFLEX 62 DTM Collection in the actual version must be used All currently available VEGA DTMs are included as a DTM Collection on a CD They can be purchased for a token fee from the responsible VEGA agency In addition the actual PACTware version is also available on this CD In addition this DTM Collection incl the basic version of PACTware can be downloaded free of charge from the Internet Move via www vega com and Downloads to Software 7 3 Parameter adjustment with AMS For VEGA sensors instrument descriptions for the adjustment program AMS are available as DD The instrument descriptions are already implemented in the current version of AMS For older versions of AMS M a free of charge download is available via Internet Go via www vega com and Downloads to the item Software 7 4 Saving the parameter adjustment data
24. It can be mounted in the following housing versions and instruments e All sensors of the plics instrument family in the single as well as in the double chamber housing optionally in the electronics or connection compartment e External indicating and adjustment unit VEGADIS 61 From a hardware version 01 or higher of PLICSCOM as well as a hardware version 01 03 or higher of the corresponding sensor an integrated backlight can be switched on via the adjustment menu The hardware version is stated on the type label of the PLICSCOM or the sensor electronics Note You can find detailed information on the adjustment in the operating instructions manual ndicating and adjustment module 6 2 Insert indicating and adjustment module The indicating and adjustment module can be inserted into the sensor and removed again at any time It is not necessary to interrupt the power supply Proceed as follows 1 Unscrew the housing cover 2 Place the indicating and adjustment module in the 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 Function Con
25. It is recommended to document or save the parameter adjustment data That way they are available for multiple use or service purposes The VEGA DTM Collection and PACTware in the licensed profes sional version provide suitable tools for systematic project documen tation and storage nie VEGAFLEX 62 e Foundation Fieldbus 37 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 8 Maintenance and fault rectification VEGA 8 Maintenance and fault rectification 8 1 Maintenance When used as directed in normal operation VEGAFLEX 62 is completely maintenance free 8 2 Rectifv malfunctions The operator of the system is responsible for taking suitable measures to remove interferences VEGAFLEX 62 offers maximum reliability Nevertheless faults can occur during operation These may be caused by the following e g Sensor Process Voltage supply Signal processing The first measures to be taken are to check the output signals as well as to evaluate the error messages via the indicating and adjustment module The procedure is described below 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 However should these measures not be successful call the VEGA service hotline in urgent cases under the phone no 49 1805 858550 The hotline is available to you 7 days a week round the clock Since we offer this service
26. Operating Instructions VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus Document ID 31840 E y Guided Microwave 96700 6 Contents VEGA Contents 1 About this document Wd Junction iiu cab ood od ah a a a al 4 1 2 Target group 99 d dd dE dead rre OR ne 4 1 3 Symbolism use 4 2 For your safety 2 4 Authorised personnel 5 2 2 Appropriate use llle 5 2 3 Warning about misuse gt 5 2 4 General safety instructions 4 5 2 5 Safety label on the instrument 6 26 CE conformity 0 000008 6 2 7 Fulfillment of NAMUR recommendations 6 2 8 Safety instructions for Ex areas 6 2 9 Environmental instructions gt 4 6 3 Product description 3 4 Stmicture ees a enn 7 3 2 Principle of operation 8 EC MR elen DEENEN 8 3 4 Packaging transport and storage 9 4 Mounting 4 1 General instructions 000 10 4 2 Mounting instructions 11 5 Connecting to power supply 5 1 Preparing the 6000 19 5 2 Connection procedure 20 5 3 Wiring plan single chamber housing 21 5 4 Wiring plan double chamber housing 22 5 5 Wiring plan version IP 66 IP 68 1 bar 24 6 Setupwith the indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM 6 1 Short description 0 00 25 6 2 Insert indicating and adjustment mod
27. are suitable for the existing process conditions These include above all the process pressure process temperature as well as the chemical properties of the medium You can find the specifications in chapter Technical data or on the type label Select an installation position you can easily reach for mounting and connecting as well as later retrofitting of an indicating and adjustment module The housing can be rotated by 330 without the use of any tools You can also install the indicating and adjustment module in four different positions each displaced by 90 Before beginning the welding work remove the electronics module from the sensor By doing this you avoid damage to the electronics through inductive coupling With threaded versions the housing must not be used to screw in the instrument Applying tightening forces on the housing can damage its internal parts Use the hexagon for screwing in 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 VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 4 Mounting Suitability fo
28. card in the control system and additional power supply e viaa Linking device with HSE High speed Ethernet and additional power supply according to IEC 61158 2 The DD Device Descriptions and CFF capability files necessary for planning and configuration of your FF Foundation Fieldbus commu nication network are available in the download area of the VEGA homepage www vega com under Services Downloads Software Foundation Fieldbus The appropriate certificates are also available there A CD with the appropriate files and certificates can be ordered via e mail under info de vega com or by phone from one of the VEGA agencies under the order number DRIVER S The optional heating requires its own operating voltage You can find details in the supplementary instructions manual Heating for indicat ing and adjustment module 3 3 Operation VEGAFLEX 62 can be adjusted with different adjustment media e with indicating and adjustment module e with the suitable VEGA DTM in conjunction with an adjustment software according to the FDT DTM standard e g PACTware and PC e aconfiguration tool VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 3 Product description Application area Functional principle Power supply and bus communication DD CFF 3 Product description 3 4 Packaging transport and storage Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport Its capacity to handle normal loads during transport is assured by
29. e and vessel volume By activating the appropriate curve the volume percentage of the vessel is displayed correctly If the volume should not be displayed in percent but e g in or kg a scaling can be also set in the menu item Display Linearisation curve linear Enter the requested parameters via the appropriate keys save your settings and jump to the next menu item with the lt key This function enables reading out parameter adjustment data as well as writing parameter adjustment data into the sensor via the indicating and adjustment module A description of the function is available in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module The following data are read out or written with this function Measured value presentation Adjustment Medium Vessel form Damping Linearisation curve Sensor TAG Displayed value Unit of measurement Language Sensitivity Linearisation curve Copy sensor data VEGAFLEX 62 e Foundation Fieldbus 31 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM VEGA The following safety relevant data are not read out or written HART mode PIN Sensor length Sensor type Gating out of false signals Copy sensor data Copy sensor data Basic adjustment If the function Reset is carried out the sensor resets the values of the following menu items to the reset values see chart 2 The following values will be rese
30. e echoes so that they are no longer taken into account for the level measurement A false echo memory should be created with low level so that all potential interfering reflections can be detected Gating out of false signals Change now Proceed as follows VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus Damping Gating out of false sig nals 30 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM 1 Move from the measured value display to the main menu by pushing OK 2 Select the menu item Service with lt and confirm with OK Now the menu item False signal suppression is displayed 3 Confirm False signal suppression Change now with OK and select in the below menu Create new Enter the actual distance from the sensor to the product surface All false signals in this area are detected by the sensor and saved after confirming with OK Note Check the distance to the product surface because if an incorrect too large value is entered the existing level will be saved as false signal The filling level would then no longer be detectable in this area A linearization is necessary for all vessels in which the vessel volume does not increase linearly with the level e g in a horizontal cylindrical or spherical tank and the indication or output of the volume is required Corresponding linearization curves are preprogrammed for these vessels They represent the correlation between the level percentag
31. figuration pue Mount Dismount indica ting and adjustment mo dule VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 25 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM VEGA Fig 19 Insert 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 VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus bale 26 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM 6 3 Adjustment system Fig 20 Indicating and adjustment elements 1 LC display 2 Indication of the menu item number 3 Adjustment keys e OK key Move to the menu overview Confirm selected menu Edit parameter Save value e gt key to select Menu change Select list entry Select editing position e key Change value of the parameter e ESC key interrupt input jump to the 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 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 VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus
32. he indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM VEGA Application Liquid Standard DK 2 2 Depending on the dielectric figure dielectri value or measured products can have a different reflective property Therefore an additional selection possibility is available Under Sensitivity you can select Standard DK 2 2 or Increased sensitivity DK lt 2 Through this the sensor is optimally adapted to the product and measurement reliability particularly in products with bad reflective properties is considerably increased Enter the requested parameters via the appropriate keys save your settings and jump to the next menu item with the gt key To suppress fluctuations in the measured value display e g caused by an agitated product surface a damping can be set This time can be between 0 and 999 seconds Keep in mind that the reaction time of the entire measurement will then be longer and the sensor will react to measured value changes with a delay In general a period of a few seconds is sufficient to smooth the measured value display Damping Enter the requested parameters via the appropriate keys save your settings and jump to the next menu item with the gt key High sockets or vessel installations such as e g struts or agitators as well as buildup and weld joints on the vessel walls cause interfering reflections which can impair the measurement A false echo storage detects and marks these fals
33. indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM 6 6 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 VEGAFLEX 62 is equipped with an indicating and adjustment module the most important data can be read out of the sensor into indicating and adjustment module The procedure is described in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module in the menu item Copy sensor data The data remain there permanently even if the sensor power supply fails If itis necessary to exchange the sensor the indicating and adjustment module is inserted into the replacement instrument and the data are written into the sensor under the menu item Copy sensor data VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 35 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 VEGA 7 Set up with PACTware and other adjustment programs 7 Set up with PACTware and other adjustment programs 7 1 Connecting the PC VEGACONNECT directly on the sensor Fig 21 Connection of the PC via VEGACONNECT directly to the sensor Les VEGA CONNECT USB cable to the PC VEGACONNECT Sensor 1 2 3 VEGACONNECT exter nally Fig 22 Connection via VEGACONNECT externally 150 bus com interface on the sensor IC connection cable of VEGACONNECT VEGACONNECT USB cable to the PC V
34. inst high frequency interference signals remains The total capacitance of the cable and of all capacitors must not exceed 96700 6 10 nF in Ex applications Take note of the corresponding installation regulations for Ex applications In particular make sure that no potential equalisation currents flow over the cable screen In case of grounding on both sides this can be achieved by the use of a capacitor or a separate potential equalisation 5 2 Connection procedure Proceed as follows 1 Unscrew the housing cover 2 If an indicating and adjustment module is installed remove it by turning it slightly to the left 3 Loosen compression nut of the cable entry 4 Remove approx 10 cm 4 in of the cable mantle strip approx 1 cm 0 4 in of insulation from the ends of the individual wires 5 Insert the cable into the sensor through the cable entry Lift the opening levers of the terminals with a screwdriver see following illustration VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 20 5 Connecting to power supply 7 Insert the wire ends into the open terminals according to the wiring plan Fig 12 Connection steps 6 and 7 8 Press down the opening levers of the terminals you will hear the terminal spring closing 9 Check the hold of the wires in the terminals by lightly pulling on them 10 Connect the screen to the internal ground terminal connect the outer ground terminal to potential equalisation 11
35. int Min Max adjustment this is the upper calibrated point of the sensor value It refers to cal level hi The unit is defined in sensor range Units Index Calibration Lowest Point Min Max adjustment this is the lower calibrated point of the sensor value It refers to cal level lo The unit is defined in sensor range Units Index cal level hi Min Max adjustment this is the value of level at Calibration Highest Point The unit is defined in level unit When writing cal level hi and cal type 1 the Calibration Highest Point is automatically set to sensor value cal level lo VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 10 56 10 Supplement VEGA Min Max adjustment this is the value of level at Calibration Lowest Point The unit is defined in level unit When writing cal level lo and cal type 1 the Calibration Lowest Point is automatically set to sensor value cal type Min Max adjustment this parameter defines the type of calibration Dry no influence of sensor value on level calibration Online current sensor value determines Calibration Highest Lowest Point level level unit level offset sensor offset end of operation range begin of operation range product type set up to suit the process conditions liquids medium type set up to suit the process conditions solids medium type set up to suit the process conditions liquids vessel type set up
36. ires a metal surface on the process fitting Therefore use in plastic vessels etc an instrument version with flange from DN 50 or place a metal sheet gt 200 mm 8 in beneath the process fitting when screwing it in Make sure that the plate has direct contact with the process fitting In bypass tubes of plastic a metal screen must be provided on the outside You can glue metal foil for example on the outside along the entire length of the tube This metal screen must be connected to the ground terminal on the instrument When installing rod or cable probes without metal vessel wall e g in plastic vessels the measured value can be influenced by strong electromagnetic fields emitted interference according to EN 61326 class A In this case use a probe in coax version VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 4 Mounting Vessel type 14 VEGA 4 Mounting Fig 6 Installation in plastic silo 1 Flange 2 Metal sheet Concrete vessel When installed in thick concrete ceilings VEGAFLEX 62 should be mounted front flush to the lower edge In concrete silos the distance to 15 the wall should be at least 500 mm 20 in lt 160 mm Fig 7 Installation in concrete silo VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 4 Mounting VEGA Socket If possible avoid sockets Mount the sensor flush with the vessel
37. lobalement prot g es par des droits de propri t intellectuelle Pour plus d informations on pourra se r f rer au site http www vega com VEGA lineas de productos est n protegidas por los derechos en el campo de la propiedad industrial Para mayor informaci n revise la pagina web http www vega com TIMHUM cbupme BETA 3auujarorcs BCEMV Mupy npaBaMM H MHTENNEKTVAMNDHVIO COSCTBEHHOCTb Hanenuenuryro MH WOPMALIJO cMorpure Ha Care http www vega com VEGAR JI f te S Ej S8 MAE RR A 415 BS ak lt http www vega com gt 10 5 Trademark All brand names as well as trade and company names used are property of their lawful proprietor originator VEGAFLEX 62 e Foundation Fieldbus 61 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 10 Supplement 62 10 Supplement 63 VEGAFLEX 62 e Foundation Fieldbus 31840 EN 100426 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 0 cce 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 2010 Subject to change without prior notice 31840 EN 100426
38. m gt ik dik Fig 15 Electronics compartment double chamber housing 1 Simulation switch on mode for simulation release 2 Connection for VEGACONNECT C interface 3 Internal connection cable to the connection compartment Connection compart ment t IB Fig 16 Connection compartment double chamber housing 1 Plug connector for VEGACONNECT l C interface 2 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen 3 Spring loaded terminals for voltage supply VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 23 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 5 Connecting to power supply VEGA ar Se N 2c I RUE jed I 1 2 MET Fig 17 Wiring plan with double chamber housing 1 Voltage supply Signal output 5 5 Wiring plan version IP 66 IP 68 1 bar Fig 18 Wire assignment connection cable 1 brown and blue to power supply or to the processing system 2 Shielding VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus Wiring plan Wire assignment con nection cable 24 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM 6 1 Short description The indicating and adjustment module is used for measured value display adjustment and diagnosis
39. max number of sensors max 32 max 10 with Ex H1 power supply Electrical protective measures Protection depending on housing version IP 66 IP 67 Plastic housing Aluminium housing stainless steel IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar 9 housing investment casting stainless steel housing electro polished Aluminium and stainless housing in IP 66 IP 68 1 bar vestment casting optionally available Overvoltage category Protection class Approvals Depending on the version instruments with approvals can have different technical data For these instruments the corresponding approval documents have to be taken into account These 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 5 A suitable cable is the prerequisite for maintaining the protection rating VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 53 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 10 Supplement VEGA 10 2 Foundation Fieldbus Block diagram measured value processing The following illustration shows the Transducer Block TB and Function block FB in simplified form min max adjustment Lin Dist Interface I UN A Linearization Dist Level TB Secondary Secondary Primary Value 2 Value 1 Value PV SCALE OUT SCALE DIRECT LOW CUTOFF ALARMS I L L TYPE PVF TIME Mode amp Status INDIRECT
40. mm 0 236 in Gravity weight Probe length L from seal surface Rod 6 16 mm 0 63 in VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 10 Supplement VEGA Trimming accuracy rod gt 1 mm 0 039 in Cable 6 mm 0 236 in up to 60 m 196 9 ft Trimming accuracy cable 0 05 Lateral load with rod 16 mm 0 63 in 30 Nm 22 Ibf ft Max tensile load with cable 6 mm 30 KN 6745 Ibf 0 236 in Thread in gravity weight cable version M 12 Input variable Measured variable Level of liquids and solids Min dielectric figure of the medium gt 1 6 Fig 25 Measuring ranges of VEGAFLEX 62 Reference plane Probe length L Measuring range default setting refers to the measuring range in water Upper dead band see diagrams under Accuracy grey section Lower dead band see diagrams under Accuracy grey section O40 l0 za Output variable Output Signal digital output signal Foundation Fieldbus protocol Physical layer according to IEC 61158 2 46 VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 10 Supplement min 1 s dependent on the parameter setting 0 999 s adjustable NE 43 Primary value Secondary value 1 Secondary value 2 31 25 Kbit s 10 mA x0 5 mA 1mm 0 039 in VEGA Cycle time Damping 63 of the input variable Fulfilled NAMUR recommendations Cha
41. ng the product level These settings can be made ahead of time without the instrument having to be installed In the main menu item Basic adjustment the individual submenu items should be selected one after the other and provided with the correct parameter values Caution If there is a separation of different liquids in the vessel e g by condensation VEGAFLEX 62 will always detect the medium with the higher dielectric figure e Keep in mind that interfaces can cause faulty measurements If you want to measure the total height of both liquids reliably please contact our service department or use an instrument specially designed for interface measurement Start your parameter adjustment with the following menu items of the basic adjustment Proceed as follows The values correspond to the actual measured level as well as to the set tings already carried out e g default setting VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus Switch on phase Parameter adjustment Carry out min adjust ment 28 6 Set up with the indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM Move from the measured value display to the main menu by pushing OK gt Basic adjustment Display Diagnostics Service Info 1 2 Selectthe menu item Basic adjustment with lt and confirm with OK Now the menu item Min adjustment is displayed Min adjustment 0 00 10 000 m d 8 000 m d 3 Prepare the value for editing wi
42. nnel Numbers Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 3 Transmission rate Current value Resolution digital Accuracy similar to DIN EN 60770 1 Process reference conditions according to DIN EN 61298 1 18 30 C 64 86 F 45 75 96 860 1060 mbar 86 106 kPa 12 5 15 4 psig gt 500 mm 19 69 in metallic o 1 m 3 281 ft centric installation process fitting flush with the vessel ceiling Water Oil Dk value 2 0 Probe end does not touch the vessel bottom Gating out of false signals carried out In bulk solids applications implementing a false signal suppression is generally not recommended The accuracy of bulk solid applications depends considerably on the application Hard and fast accuracy specifications are thus not available see diagrams Depending on the installation conditions there can be deviations which can be rectified with an adaptation of the adjustment or a change of the measured value offset in the DTM service mode 47 Temperature Relative humidity Air pressure Installation reference conditions M Min distance to installations Vessel Medium nstallation Sensor parameter adjustment Deviation VEGAFLEX 62 e Foundation Fieldbus 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 0 02 m 0 787 i VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus L 3 mm ST Yt 0 197 10 Supplement SR
43. odes and text messages The following table describes the error codes with status according to NE 107 and gives information on the causes of failure and their removal Cause Rectification Sensor in boot phase Sensor does not find an echo e g due to faulty installation or wrong parameter adjustment Wrong sensor length entered Adjustment not within the specifica tion Carry out the adjustment again increasing the distance between min and max adjustment Failed or interrupted software up date Repeat software update Exchange the instrument or send it in for repair Exchange the instrument or send it in for repair Exchange the instrument or send it in for repair 39 Text message no measured value available no measured value available no measured value available Adjustment span too small No operable software Hardware error electronics defec Hardware error electronics defec tive tive Communication conflict Error messages via the indicating and adjust Error code E013 E017 E036 E042 E043 E113 ment module Status accor ding to NE 107 Failure VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 8 Maintenance and fault rectification VEGA Depending on the failure reason and measures taken the steps described in chapter Set up must be carried out again if necessary 8 3 Exchange or sh
44. orten cable rod The cable or rod meas part of the probe can be shortened if necessary To loosen the meas part you need two fork spanners with spanner width 8 1 Loosen the measuring component by applying a fork spanner to the flat surfaces SW 8 provide counterforce with another fork spanner SW 8 2 Unscrew the loosened measuring component manually 3 Place the enclosed new double washer onto the thread Caution Make sure that the two components of the double washer remain together Screw in a new measuring part manually 5 Exert counterforce with the second fork spanner and tighten the measuring component on the flat surfaces with a torque of 15 Nm 11 Ibf ft Fig 23 Exchanging the cable or rod Information Please keep the stated torque so that the max tensile strength remains VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus Reaction after fault rec tification Exchanging the cable rod pe 40 8 Maintenance and fault rectification The cable and rod of the probe can be shortened by any amount Cable loosen the three pins on the gravity weight hexagon 4 Cable remove the pins Cable Pull the cable out of the gravity weight Shorten the cable rod with a cut off wheel or metal saw at the lower end Make sure the length is correct 5 Cable cable protrudes approx 65 mm 2 4 in into the gravity weight 6 Cable Fasten the cable with three pins torque 20 Nm 14 75 Ibf in 7 Enter new
45. ossible down to the lowest point of the bottom When using the cable version Measuring range Pressure Mounting position VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 11 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 VEGA keep in mind that measurement down to the tip of the probe is not possible The exact value of the min distance lower dead band is stated in chapter Technical data Fig 3 Vessel with conical bottom In case of difficult installation conditions the probe can be also mounted laterally For this purpose adapt the rod with rod extensions or bow shaped segments The sensor must be readjusted to compensate the resulting running time changes VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 4 Mounting Rod extensions 12 VEGA 4 Mounting d 16 mm 5 8 eau Fig 4 Extension rod o 16 mm 0 63 in Probe Retaining ring Extension rod Rod length 100 2000 mm 3 937 78 74 in Thread length 18 mm 0 709 in Se Gah gt Make sure that the rod of the probe is at least 300 mm 11 811 in away from the vessel wall VEGAFLEX 62 e Foundation Fieldbus 13 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 150 mm 5 29 32 L SW 13 gt 300 mm 11 13 4 150 mm 5 29 32 8 5 Fig 5 Bow shaped segment o 16 mm 0 63 in 1 Max filling height L 150mm 5 91 in Plastic vessel Glass vessel The guided microwave principle requ
46. probe length and then carry out a fresh adjustment see Setup procedure Carrying out min adjustment Carrying out max adjustment gt MM Fig 24 Shortening the cable probe 8 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 one can be ordered from the VEGA agency serving you The new electronics module must be loaded with the settings of the sensor These are the options e At the factory by VEGA e Oron site by the user In both cases the sensor serial number is necessary The serial numbers are stated on the type label of the instrument inside the housing or on the delivery note VEGA Shorten cable rod 69 Sensor serial number VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 41 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 8 Maintenance and fault rectification VEGA Information When loading on site first of all the order data must be downloaded from the Internet see operating instructions manual Oscillator The electronics modules are adapted to the respective sensor and distinguish also in the signal output or power supply Electronics module FX E 60F suitable for VEGAFLEX 61 62 63 65 66 Foundation Fieldbus e FX E 60FX X without approvals e FX E 60FC C approval
47. r the pro cess conditions Mounting position Welding work Handling Moisture 10 4 Mounting Fig 2 Measures against moisture penetration The reference plane for the measuring range of the sensors is the sealing surface of the thread or flange Keep in mind that a min distance must be maintained below the reference plane and possibly also at the end of the probe measurement in these areas is not possible dead band Keep in mind that the cable length cannot be used all the way to the end because measurement in the area of the gravity weight is not possible These dead bands are listed in chapter Technical data Keep in mind for the adjustment that the default setting for the measuring range refers to water The process fitting must be sealed if there is gauge or low pressure in the vessel Before use check if the seal material is resistant against the measured product and the process temperature The max permissible pressure is specified in chapter Technical data or on the type label of the sensor 4 2 Mounting instructions Mount VEGAFLEX 62 in such a way that the distance to vessel installations or to the vessel wall is at least 300 mm 12 in During operation the probe must not touch any installations or the vessel wall If necessary fasten the probe end In vessels with conical bottom it can be advantageous to mount the sensor in the center of the vessel as measurement is then p
48. s CX CK GX according to product list 8 5 Software update The software version of VEGAFLEX 62 can be determined as follows e onthe type label of the electronics e viathe indicating and adjustment module e via PACTware You can view all software histories on our website www vega com Make use of this advantage and get registered for update information via e mail The following components are required to update the sensor software Sensor Voltage supply VEGACONNECT PC with PACTware Current sensor software as file At www vega com downloads go to Software Select under plics instruments and sensors the suitable instrument series Load the zip file via the right mouse key with Save target as e g on the desktop of your PC Extract all files available in the zip file e g to the desktop Connect the sensor to power supply and provide connection from PC to the instrument via VEGACONNECT Start PACTware and provide connection to the sensor e g via the VEGA project assistant Close the parameter window of the sensor as far as open Go in the PACTware menu bar to Instrument data Additional functions and Update instrument software PACTware now checks the actual hardware and software version of the sensor and displays the data This procedure lasts approx 60 s Push the button Update software and select the previously extracted hex file Then the software update can be started The additional files are installed
49. t Max adjustment Distance upper dead zone Min adjustment Distance supplied sensor length Min adjustment Cable version Distance lower dead zone Damping ti 0s The values of the following menu items are not reset to the reset values see chart with Reset Function Reset value Language No reset Factory setting Like basic adjustment in addition special parameters are reset to default values 9 Pointer The min and max distance values are reset to the actual value Additional adjustment and diagnosis options such as e g scaling simulation or trend curve presentation are shown in the following menu schematic You will find a detailed description of these menu items in the operating instructions manual Indicating and adjustment module 2 Sensor specific basic adjustment 9 Special parameters are parameters which are set customer specifically on the service level with the adjustment software PACTware VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus Reset Optional settings 32 6 Setup with the indicating and adjustment module PLICSCOM Linearisation curve 1 4 linear Echo curve 3 4 Presentation of the echo curve 33 1 3 3 3 6 5 Menu schematic Max adjustment 1 2 Damping 100 0 Z 1s 0 000 m d 6 789 m d Lighting 2 4 Switched off V Sensor status 32 Curve selection DK Echo curve VEGAFLEX 62 e Foundation Fieldbus VEGA Basic adjustment gt Basic adjustment 1
50. th OK and set the cursor to the requested position with lt Set the requested percentage value with and save with OK The cursor jumps now to the distance value 4 Enter the suitable distance value in m for the empty vessel e g distance from the sensor to the vessel bottom corresponding to the percentage value Save the settings with OK and move to Max adjustment with 2 Proceed as follows Max adjustment 100 00 4 1 000 m d 2 000 m d Prepare the value for editing with OK and set the cursor to the requested position with lt Set the requested percentage value with and save with OK The cursor jumps now to the distance value Enter the appropriate distance value in m corresponding to the percentage value for the full vessel Keep in mind that the max level must lie below the dead band Save the settings with OK Each product has different reflective properties In addition there are arious interfering factors which have to be taken into account V agitated product surfaces and foam generation with liquids dust generation material cones and echoes from the vessel wall with olids To adapt the sensor to these different conditions you should S first select in this menu item under Medium either Liquid or Solid Carry out max adjust ment Application VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 29 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 6 Setup with t
51. the cable can also be strained to avoid contact with the tube Keep in mind that buildup can form on the spacers Strong buildup can influence the measurement Microwaves can penetrate plastics For process technical reasons plastic standpipes are problematic If durability is no problem then we recommend the use of metal standpipes Ei 0 Fig 10 Position of the spacer 1 Spacer Note Measurement in a standpipe is not recommended for very adhesive products VEGA Standpipes or bypass T tubes VEGAFLEX 62 e Foundation Fieldbus 17 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 VEGA Make sure that the probe is not subjected to strong lateral forces Mount VEGAFLEX 62 at a position in the vessel where no disturbances e g from filling openings agitators etc can occur Fig 11 Lateral load If there is a danger of the probe touching the vessel wall during operation due to product movements or agitators etc the measuring probe should be securely fixed In the gravity weight there is a thread M12 e g for a ring bolt optional article no 2 27424 Make sure that the probe cable is not completely taut Avoid tensile loads on the cable Avoid undefined cable vessel connections i e the connection must be either grounded reliably or isolated reliably Any deviation from this requirement can lead to measurement errors VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus 4 Moun
52. ting Inflowing medium Fixing 18 5 Connecting to power supply 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 overvoltage arresters should be installed according to Foundation Fieldbus specification Tip We recommend VEGA overvoltage arrester B63 32 In hazardous areas you should take note of the appropriate regulations conformity and type approval certificates of the sensors and power supply units The instrument requires a operating voltage of 9 32 V DC Operating voltage and the digital bus signal are carried on the same two wire connection cable Power is supplied via the H1 power supply Connection is carried out with screened cable according to Fieldbus specification Use cable with round cross section A cable outer diameter of 5 9 mm 0 2 0 35 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 Make sure that the entire installation is carried out according to the Fieldbus specification In particular make sure that the termination of the bus is done with appropriate terminating resistors On the instrument with cable entry NPT and plastic housing there is a metallic 2 threaded insert moulded into the plastic housing
53. to suit the process conditions Solids vessel type set up to suit the process conditions fast level change set up to suit the process conditions first echo factor pulse velocity correction echo quality empty vessel curve corr dist The actual distance from sensor to the product surface must be entered before creating a 57 false echo memory The unit is defined in sensor range Units Index empty vessel curve corr op code Create a false echo memory Selectable codes are update create new and delete total sensor value VEGAFLEX 62 e Foundation Fieldbus 31840 EN 100426 96700 6 VEGA 10 Supplement 10 3 Dimensions 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 87 mm 3 43 84 mm 3 31 M16x1 5 120 mm 4 72 O M20x1 5 NPT 87 mm 3 43 84mm 3 31 M16x1 5 120 mm 4 72 O 4 o T M20x1 5 NPT VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus Plastic housing M20x1 5 Ve NPT a Single chamber version 2 Double chamber version Aluminium housing 116 mm 4 57 84 mm 3 31 M20x1 5 NPT G Single chamber version 2 Double chamber version 58 VEGA
54. ule 25 6 3 Adjustment system 27 6 4 Setup 61905 eee 28 6 5 Menu schematic llle 33 6 6 Saving the parameter adjustment data 35 7 Setup with PACTware and other adjustment programs 7 1 Connecting the 0 L 36 7 2 Parameter adjustment with PACTware 37 7 3 Parameter adjustment with AMS M 37 7 4 Saving the parameter adjustment data 37 2 VEGAFLEX 62 Foundation Fieldbus VEGA Contents 8 Maintenance and fault rectification 81 Maintenance 38 8 2 Rectifv malfunctions 38 8 3 Exchange or shorten cable rod 40 8 4 Exchanging the electronics module 41 85 Software 86 elles 42 8 6 Instrument repair 43 9 Dismounting 9 4 Dismounting steps 44 9 2 Disposal eieiei EIERE Rr RR 44 10 Supplement 10 1 Technical 0818 7777 eee 45 10 2 Foundation Fieldbus 0 54 10 3 Dimensions 58 Supplementary documentation Information Supplementary documents appropriate to the ordered version come pue with the delivery You can find them listed in chapter Product description Instructions manuals for accessories and replacement parts To ensure reliable setup and operation of your VEGAFLEX 62 we Tip Pe offer accessories and replacement parts The corresponding doc umentations are 27720 VEGADIS 61 30207 Electronics module VEGAFLEX series 60 34296 Protective cover 31088
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