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Operating Instructions VEGAFLEX 81

1. Fig 8 Connection steps 5 and 6 Double chamber housing 6 Insert the wire ends into the terminals according to the wiring plan Information Solid cores as well as flexible cores with wire end sleeves are insert ed directly into the terminal openings In case of flexible cores without end sleeves press the terminal from above with a small screwdriver the terminal opening is then free When the screwdriver is released the terminal closes again You can find further information on the max wire cross section under Technical data Electromechanical data 7 Check the hold of the wires in the terminals by lightly pulling on them 8 Connect the screen to the internal ground terminal connect the outer ground terminal to potential equalisation VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 19 5 Connecting to power supply Electronics and terminal compartment Electronics compartment 20 VEGA 9 Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry gland The seal ring must completely encircle the cable 10 Reinsert the display and adjustment module if one was installed 11 Screw the housing cover back on The electrical connection is finished 5 3 Wiring plan single chamber housing The following illustration applies to the non Ex Ex ia and Ex d ver sion Fig 9 Electronics and terminal compartment single chamber housing Voltage supply signal output For display and adjustment module or inter
2. Electromagnetic compatibility Instruments in four wire or Ex d ia version are designed for use in an industrial environment Nevertheless electromagnetic interference from electrical conductors and radiated emissions must be taken into account as is usual with class A instruments according to EN 61326 1 If the instrument is used in a different environment the electromag netic compatibility to other instruments must be ensured by suitable measures 2 6 SIL qualification according to IEC 61508 The Safety Integrity Level SIL of an electronic system is used to as sess the reliability of integrated safety functions For detailed specification of the safety requirements several SIL levels are specified according to safety standard IEC 61508 You can find detailed information in chapter Funsctional safety SIL The instrument meets the specifications of IEC 61508 2010 Edi tion 2 It is qualified for single channel operation up to SIL2 The instrument can be used homogeneously redudant up to SIL3 in multi channel architecture with HFT 1 2 7 NAMUR recommendations NAMUR is the automation technology user association in the process industry in Germany The published NAMUR recommendations are accepted as the standard in field instrumentation The device fulfills the requirements of the following NAMUR recom mendations e NE21 Electromagnetic compatibility of equipment e NE 43 Signal level for malfunction information from
3. Select list entry Select editing position e key Change value of the parameter e ESC key Interrupt input Jump to next higher menu The sensor is adjusted via the four keys of the display and adjust ment 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 After switching on the VEGAFLEX 81 carries out a short self test where the device software is checked The output signal transmits a fault signal during the switch on phase The following information is displayed on the display and adjustment module during the startup procedure e Instrument type e Device name e Software version SW Ver e Hardware version HW Ver With the gt key you can move between three different indication modes In the first view the selected measured value is displayed in large digits In the second view the selected measured value and a correspond ing bar graph presentation are displayed In the third view the selected measured value as well as a second selectable value e g the temperature are displayed 1666 1666 Sensor Sensor 7 3 Parameter adjustment The main menu is divided into five sections with the following func tions VEGAFLEX 81 4
4. Application 35 36 Application area 8 B Backlight 47 Block adjustment 34 C Check output signal 66 Connecting Electrically 18 Mechanically 13 To the PC 56 Connection Steps 18 Technology 18 Connection cable 17 Copy sensor settings 53 Current output 2 42 Current output Min Max 42 Current output mode 42 Current output size 41 Curve indication Echo curve 48 D Damping 38 Date of manufacture 54 Date Time 50 Default values 50 Deviation 66 E Echo curve memory 61 Echo curve of the setup 49 EDD Enhanced Device Description 59 Electronics and terminal compartment single chamber housing 20 Electronics compartment double chamber housing 20 Electronics compartment with Ex d double chamber housing 22 Event memory 60 86 F Factory calibration date 54 False signal suppression 43 Fault rectification 65 Functional principle 8 Functional safety SIL 26 Function test 28 45 G Gas phase 36 Grounding 17 H HART address 54 HART resistor 56 HART variables 42 43 Inflowing medium 14 Installation position 14 K Key function 32 L Language 46 Linearization 39 M Main menu 33 Meas reliability 47 Measured value indication 46 Measured value memory 60 Measurement loop name 35 N NAMUR NE 107 Failure 62 Function check 63 Maintenance 64 Out of specification 64 P Peak value indicator 47 48 PIN 27 34 44 50 Probe length 35 Probe type 53 Proof te
5. Overvoltage category 1O Protection class WI Approvals Instruments with approvals can have different technical specifications depending on the version For that reason the associated approval documents of these instruments have to be carefully noted They are part of the delivery or can be downloaded under www vega com VEGA Tools and nstrument search as well as under www vega com downloads and Approvals 12 2 Dimensions The following dimensional drawings represent only an extract of all possible versions Detailed dimensional drawings can be downloaded at www vega com downloads under Drawings Plastic housing M20x1 5 V NPT M20x1 5 Ve NPT Fig 44 Housing versions in protection IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm 0 35 in higher 1 Single chamber version 2 Double chamber version 9 IEC 61010 1 1 IEC 61010 1 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 81 12 Supplement VEGA Aluminium housing M20x1 5 Ve NPT M20x1 5 Ve NPT Fig 45 Housing versions in protection IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm 0 35 in higher 1 Single chamber version 2 Double chamber version Aluminium housing in protection rating IP 66 IP 68 1 bar M20x1 5 Ve NPT Fig 46 Housing v
6. you can have the first HART value PV primary value and the second HART value SV secondary value of the sensor displayed The values cannot be changed in the display and adjustment module To change these values you have to use the adjustment software PAC Tware HART functions are not relevant for SIL applications HART variables First HART value CPUS Lin percent level Second HART value Slo Distance lewel In the menu HART variables 2 you can have the third HART value TV third value and the fourth HART value QV quarter value of the sensor displayed The values cannot be changed in the display and adjustment module To change these values you have to use the adjustment software PAC Tware HART functions are not relevant for SIL applications HART variables Third HART value TU Meas reliability level HART variables 13 HART variables C23 Fourth HART value cat Electronics temperature The following circumstances cause interfering reflections and can influence the measurement e High sockets e Vessel installations such as struts Note A false signal suppression detects marks and saves these false signals so that they are no longer taken into account for the level and interface measurement We generally recommend carrying out a false signal suppression to achieve the best possible accuracy This should be done with the lowest possible level so that all potential interfering reflections can be det
7. 2 mm 0 079 2 mm 0 079 5 mm 0 197 0 1 m 3 937 01m 0 15 m 5 906 3 937 Fig 40 Deviation VEGAFLEX 81 in coax version in oil 1 Dead band no measurement possible in this area L Probe length Repeatability lt 1mm Specifications of the safety tolerance Siehe Safety Manual SIL Variables influencing measurement accuracy Specifications for the digital measured value 9 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 7 The dead bands can be optimizes by a false signal suppression VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 79 12 Supplement VEGA Temperature drift Digital output 3 mm 10 K relating to the max measuring range or max 10 mm 0 394 in Additional deviation through electromag x10 mm lt 0 394 in netic interference acc to EN 61326 Specifications apply also to the current output Temperature drift Current output 0 03 99 10 K relating to the 16 mA span max 0 3 96 Deviation on the current output through x15 uA analogue digital conversion Additional deviation through electromag 150 uA netic interference acc to EN 61326 Influence of the superimposed gas and pressure to the accuracy The propagation speed of the radar impulses in gas or vapour above the medium is reduced by high pressure This effect depends
8. 20 mA HART two wire 33 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module VELA 34 puro SIL Display Diagnostics Additional adjustments Info Setup Settings e g measurement loop name medium vessel adjustment signal output device unit false signal suppression linearization curve Display Settings e g for language measured value display lighting Diagnosis Information e g on instrument status pointer measure ment reliability simulation echo curve Additional adjustments Reset date time reset copy function Info Instrument name hardware and software version date of manu facture instrument features Note For optimum adjustment of the measuring point the individual sub menu items in the main menu item Setup should be selected one after the other and provided with the correct parameters If possible go through the items in the given sequence The procedure is described below The following submenu points are available Setup Setup Measurenent loop name Adjustment interface Current output Damping HART variables Probe length Linearization False signal suppression Application Scaling level Lock adjustment Adjustment level Scaling interface The submenu points described below Operating sequence A parameter change with SIL qualified instruments must always be carried out as follows e Release adjustment e Change parameter e Lock adjustment and verify modified parameters This e
9. Application In this menu item you can Superimposed gas phase Present Yes Superimposed gas phase Present choose the type of medium of the upper medium Replication Product type Application Gas phase Dielectric figure Dielectric figure upper maeciur VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire Dielectric constant Calculate O vOVlL NA 9lL evr 44216 EN 140430 Setup Max adjustment Level Setup Min adjustment Level 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module You can enter the dielectric constant of the upper medium directly or have the value determined by the instrument To do this you have to enter the measured or known distance to the interface Dielectric constant Distance to the interface In this menu item you can enter the max adjustment for the level With interface measurement this is the maximum total level Max adjustment lewwel 100 00 z SO mm Min adjustment level Yee mm Adjust the requested percentage value with and store with OK Max adjustment level 100 00 A 10 00 110 00 L a 1 1 Hl Enter the appropriate distance value in m corresponding to the percentage value for the full vessel The distance refers to the sensor reference plane seal surface of the process fitting Keep in mind that the max level must lie below the dead band Hax adjustment lewel In this menu item you can enter the min adjustment for the level With inte
10. BT For the full vessel enter the distance value in m matching the per centage value This menu item is only available if you have selected interface meas urement under the menu item Application f you have selected Yes in the previous menu item accept adjustment of the level measure ment the current setting will be displayed Adjustment interface Hin adjustment interface Pax adjustment interface 0 00 1000 nm riS mm Min acdjuztment interface If you have selected No you can enter the adjustment for the inter face measurement separately Hin adjustment interface Hin adjustment interface 000 00 10 00 110 00 Leif 101 1 Enter the respective distance value in m for the empty vessel cor responding to the percentage value To damp process dependent measured value fluctuations set an integration time of 0 999 s in this menu item If you have selected interface measurement under the menu item Application you can adjust the damping for the level and the inter face separately Integration time Level VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O TvOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA Setup Linearization A 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module The default setting is a damping of 0 s A linearization is necessary for all vessels in which the vessel volume does not increase linearly with the level e g a horizontal cylindri cal or spherical tank when
11. MA Third HART variable TV Current output 2 Reaction in case of failure lt 3 6 mA Current output Min 3 8 mA Current output Max 20 5 mA Measurement certainty level Fourth HART variable QV Electronics temperature Display Menu item Default value Modified value Language Order specific Displayed value 1 Filling height Level Displayed value 2 Electronics temperature Backlight Switched off Diagnostics Menu item Default value Modified value Status signals Function control Switched on Status signals Out of specification Switched off Status signals Maintenance Switched on Device memory Echo curve memory Stopped Device memory Measured value memory Started Device memory Measured value memory Measured values Distance level percentage value level reliability level electronics temperature cording with measured value difference Device memory Measured value memory Re 3 min cording in time interval Device memory Measured value memory Re 15 52 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 MA HART two wire O vOVlL NA 9lL ovr 44216 EN 140430 VEGA 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module Menu item Default value Modified value Device memory Measured value memory Start Not active with measured value Device memory Measured value memory Stop Not act
12. O SEAL 316L Borosilicate glass GPC 540 with 316L and Alloy C22 On site instruments with thread Klingersil C 4400 is attached 316L PFA 316L or Alloy C22 2 4602 316L or Alloy C22 2 4602 plastic PBT Polyester Aluminium die casting AlSi10Mg powder coated basis Polyester 316L 316L Borosilicate glass GPC 540 with 316L and Alloy C22 NBR stainless steel housing precision casting silicone aluminium plastic housing stainless steel housing electropolished Polycarbonate with Ex d version glass 316L 316L Borosilicate glass GPC 540 Alloy C22 lt 10 mbar l s See process pressure of the sensor VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 71 12 Supplement Ohmic contact VEGA Between ground terminal process fitting and probe Process fittings tube 21 3 mm 0 839 in Pipe thread cylindrical ISO 228 T1 American pipe thread conical ASME B1 20 1 Flanges G G1 G1 according to DIN 3852 A 34 NPT 1 NPT 1 NPT e g DIN from DN 25 ANSI from 1 Process fittings tube 42 2 mm 1 661 in Pipe thread cylindrical ISO 228 T1 American pipe thread conical ASME B1 20 1 Flanges Weight Instrument weight depending on process fitting Tube 21 3 mm 0 839 in Tube 42 2 mm 1 661 in Probe length L from seal surface Tube 21 3 mm 0 839 in Tube 42 2 mm 1 661 in Trimming accuracy tube Lat
13. Scaling Level Setup Scaling Level 1 40 Fig 24 Vessel height und socket correction value D Vessel height h Positive socket correction value h Negative socket correction value Socket correction h Linearization Pio0000 Heriz cvinder f Wessel height D 5000 mm 10000 Socket correction h nn Since scaling is very extensive scaling of the level value was divided into two menu items Sealing lewel 15 Scaling level 2 In menu item Level 1 you define the scaling variable and the scaling unit for the level value on the display e g volume in I Scaling variable Molume v YF VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOVlL NA 9lL ovr 44216 EN 140430 VEGA Setup Scaling Level 2 Setup Scaling Interface Setup Scaling Interface 1 Setup Scaling Interface 2 Setup Current output Size 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module Since scaling is very extensive scaling of the level value was divided into two menu items Scaling level Sealing lewel 13 Scaling level 2 In menu item Level 2 you define the scaling format on the display and the scaling of the measured level value for O and 100 Scaling format Ec E 00100 F00000 99999 99999 99999 99999 Lot E 11 L E i _ I Since scaling is very extensive scaling of the interface value was divided into two menu items In menu item nterface 1 you define the
14. With the distance units you can choose between m mm and ft and with the temperature units betwenn C F and K In this menu item you can enter the probe length or have the length determined automatically by the sensor system When choosing Yes then the probe length will be determined automatically When choosing No you can enter the probe length manually Probe length determine automatically Ho In this menu item you can select which type of medium you want to measure You can choose between liquid or bulk solid Type af medium Type of medium z z PaL uid Liquid hd Solid In this menu item you can select the application You can choose between level measurement and interface measurement You can also choose between measurement in a vessel or in a bypass or standpipe VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 35 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module i Setup Application Me dium dielectric constant Setup Application Gas phase Setup Application Di electric constant 36 VEGA Note The selection of the application has a considerable influence on all other menu items Keep in mind that as you continue with the param eter adjustment individual menu items are only optionally available You have the option of choosing the demonstration mode In this mode the sensor ignores the parameters of the application and reacts immediately to any change This mode is only suit
15. and without hav ing to call back for needed information If a repair is necessary please proceed as follows 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 e Please contact the agency serving you to get the address for the return shipment You can find the agency on our home page WWW Vega com VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 69 11 Dismounting 70 11 Dismounting 11 1 Dismounting steps Warning Before dismounting be aware of dangerous process conditions such as e g pressure in the vessel or pipeline high temperatures cor rosive or toxic products etc Take note of chapters Mounting and Connecting to power supply and carry out the listed steps in reverse order 11 2 Disposal The instrument consists of materials which can be recycled by spe cialised recycling companies We use recyclable materials and have designed the parts to be easily separable Correct disposal avoids negative effects on humans and the environ ment 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 WEEE directive 2002 96 EG This instrument is not subject to the WEEE directive 2002 96 EG and the respective national laws Pass the instru
16. basic settings all safety relevant parameters will also be reset to default Therefore all safety relevant parameters must be checked or readjusted 6 5 Setup process Operating sequence A parameter change with SIL qualified instruments must always be carried out as follows e Release adjustment e Change parameter e Lock adjustment and verify modified parameters The setup must be carried out according to an exactly specified pat tern Generally the instrument is in safe operating state before the adjust ment is released Each parameter change requires the release of the instrument through a PIN see chapter Setup steps Lock adjustment In delivery status the PIN is 0000 Set up the VEGAFLEX 81 according to the specification in this oper ating instructions and the Safety Manual When locking the adjustment the instrument checks the data of the measurement loop and decides on the basis of the evaluation results if a function test is required Function test not required If the parameter check was successful the adjustment is locked auto matically and the instrument is again in safe operating state VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOVlL NA 9lL ovr 44216 EN 140430 Function test 6 Functional safety SIL Setup is then finished Function test required Should a function test be necessary the following message is displayed on the display and adjustment module The adjustment software also
17. com D D a e TE 8 10 Fig 1 Layout of the type label example Instrument type Product code Approvals Power supply and signal output electronics Protection rating Probe length Process and ambient temperature process pressure Material wetted parts Hardware and software version 10 Order number 11 Serial number of the instrument 12 Symbol of the device protection class 13 ID numbers instrument documentation 14 Reminder to observe the instrument documentation 15 Notified authority for CE marking 16 Approval directives 17 Marking of the safety function in SIS OANA aAAWBNDH The type label contains the serial number of the instrument With it you can find the following instrument data on our homepage e Product code HTML e Delivery date HTML e Order specific instrument features HTML e Operating instructions and quick setup guide at the time of ship ment PDF Order specific sensor data for an electronics exchange XML e Test certificate PDF optional Go to www vega com VEGA Tools and Instrument search Enter the serial number Alternatively you can access the data via your smartphone VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 7 3 Product description Scope of this operating instructions manual Versions Scope of delivery Application area SIL Functional principle level measurement VEGA e Download the smartphone app VEGA Tools from
18. displayed in addition to the peak values of the level measurement Diagnostics Heas reliability level Device status Hin 100 0 x Feak values Distance Has 100 0 x Peak indicator reliab Meas reliability interface Peak values further Hin 599 9 X Echo cure Max 999 9 4 In another window you can carry out a reset of the two peak values separately VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 47 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module VELA Reset peak indicator Yeas reliability level Meas reliab interf ace Diagnostics Peak values The respective min and max measured values are saved in the Additional Diagnostics Echo curve Diagnosis Simulation 48 sensor The values are displayed in the menu item Peak values Ad ditional This menu item displays the peak values of the electronics tempera ture as well as the dielectric constant Diagnostics Electronics temperature Peak values Distance Hin 27 28 D Peak indicator reliab Has 25 54 T Feak values further Echo curve 1 00 Simulation In another window you can carry out a reset of the two peak values separately keset peak indicator Electronics tenperature Dielectric constant The menu item Echo curve shows the signal strength of the echoes over the measuring range in V The signal strength enables an evalua tion of the quality of the measurement Diagnostics Peak indicator reliab Peak values further Simulation Ech
19. 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 of actions Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure Battery disposal This symbol indicates special information about the disposal of bat teries and accumulators VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOVlL NA 9lL ovr 44216 EN 140430 2 For your safety 2 For your safety 2 1 Authorised personnel All operations described in this operating instructions manual must be carried out only by trained specialist personnel authorised by the plant operator During work on and with the device the required personal protective equipment must always be worn 2 2 Appropriate use VEGAFLEX 81 is a sensor for continuous level measurement You can find detailed information about the area of application 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 incorrect use Inappropriate or incorrect use of the instrument can give rise to application specific hazards e g vessel overfil
20. 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 display and ad justment module are saved e All data of the menu Setup and Display e Inthe menu Additional adjustments the items Sensor specific units temperature unit and linearization e The values of the user programmable linearization curve The function can also be used to transfer settings from one instru ment to another instrument of the same type If it is necessary to exchange a sensor the display and adjustment module is inserted into the replacement instrument and the data are likewise written into the sensor via the menu item Copy sensor data VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 55 8 Setup with PACTware Via the interface adapter directly on the sensor Via the interface adapter and HART Ee 56 8 Setup with PACTware 8 1 Connect the PC Fig 25 Connection of the PC directly to the sensor via the interface adapter 1 USBcable to the PC 2 Interface adapter VEGACONNECT 3 Sensor o000 0000000 oo E cco Fig 26 Connecting the PC via HART to the signal cable Sensor HART resistance 250 Q optional depending on processing Connection cable with 2 mm pins and terminals Processing system PLC Voltage supply Interface adapter for example VEGACONNECT 4 ARODM_ Note With power supply units with in
21. output values according to HART 7 default setting First HART value PV Linearised percentage value level Second HART value SV Distance to the level Third HART value TV Measurement certainty level Fourth HART value QV Electronics temperature 2 The output values can be assigned individually VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 73 12 Supplement Indication value Display and adjustment module Displayed value 1 Displayed value 2 Resolution digital Filling height Level Electronics temperature lt 1mm 0 039 in Output variable Additional current output For details on the operating voltage see chapter Voltage supply Output signal Range of the output signal Signal resolution 4 20 mA passive 3 8 20 5 mA default setting 0 3 WA Failure signal current output adjustable Last valid measured value 2 21 mA lt 3 6 mA Max output current Starting current Load Damping 63 96 of the input variable adjustable 21 5 mA lt 10 mA for 20 ms after switching on x 3 6 mA Load resistor see chapter Voltage supply 0 999s Indication value Display and adjustment module Displayed value 1 Displayed value 2 Resolution digital Filling height Level Electronics temperature lt 1mm 0 039 in Accuracy according to DIN EN 60770 1 Process reference conditions according to DIN EN 61298 1 Temperature Relative humidity Air pressure
22. parameter adjustment during the first setup of the sensor you can transfer these to the replacement electronics module A new setup is no more necessary After the new setup and the transfer of the parameterization date you have to verify the parameters Only then the instrument will be ready for operation again 10 6 Software update The following components are required to update the sensor soft ware e Sensor Voltage supply Interface adapter VEGACONNECT PC with PACTware Current sensor software as file You can find the actual sensor software as well as detailed infor mation of the procedure under www vega com downloads and Software You can find information about the installation in the download file Make sure that you are using the correct software with SIL qualifica tion Instruments with SIL qualification can only be updated with a respec tive software An accidental update with a wrong software version is impossible Caution Instruments with approvals can be bound to certain software versions Therefore make sure that the approval is still effective after a software update is carried out You can find detailed information at www vega com downloads and Approvals 10 7 How to proceed if a repair is needed You can find a repair form as well as detailed information on how to proceed at www vega com downloads and Forms and certificates By doing this you help us carry out the repair quickly
23. 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 Vapours superimposed gases high pressures and temperature dif ferences can change the spreading speed of radar impulses There are two possibilities to correct these deviations Corrective value in the process control system In the technical data under Influence of superimposed gas and pres sure on accuracy you can find a table with deviation values in some typical gases or in steam In the control system DCS you can correct the measurement results of the VEGAFLEX 81 with these values The prerequisite is constant temperature and pressure in the vessel Automatic correction via the reference distance The VEGAFLEX 81 can be equipped optionally with a running time correction via reference distance The probe can carry out an auto matic running time correction with it The reference point must hence not be overfilled The upper dead band is hence 450 mm 17 7 in VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 15 4 Mounting VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 16 Fig 6 Measuring ranges VEGAFLEX 81 with steam compensation 1 2 3 4 5 6 Reference plane Probe length L Measuring range Upper dead zone with steam compensation 450 mm 17 7 in Lower dead band Reference measurement distance to steam compensation O vOVlL
24. respective level For this purpose you have to measure for all levels the current output and compare the values with the calculated current values You have to determine the permissible deviation of the values yourself This deviation depends on the the accuracy requirements of your measurement loop Determine the permissible tolerance for the deviation After setup the modified parameters must be verified To do this you first have to enter the current PIN The adjustment is then locked au tomatically Then you carry out a comparison of two character strings You must confirm that the character strings are identical This is used to check the character presentation Then you confirm that the serial number of your instrument has been carried over correctly This is used to check device communication Then all modified parameters that have to be confirmed are listed After this process is terminated the safety function is again ensured VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOVlL NA 9lL ovr 44216 EN 140430 VELA 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module 7 Setup with the display and adjustment module 7 1 Insert display and adjustment module The display and adjustment module can be inserted into the sensor and removed again at any time You can choose any one of four differ ent positions each displaced by 90 It is not necessary to interrupt the power supply Proceed as follows 1 Unscrew the housing c
25. scaling size and the scaling unit for the interface value on the display e g volume in I You can accept the scaling of the level measurement also for the interface measurement If you select Yes the current setting is displayed Scaling interface Take over scaling of the level messurenent Scaling interface 13 Hol Scaling interface t2 Tes If you have selected No you can enter the scaling for the interface separately Scaling variable Yolume v In menu item nterface 2 you define the scaling format on the display and the scaling of the interface measured value for 0 and 100 26 Scaling interface Sral Seal Scaling format E E00100 F00000 99999 99999 99999 29939 Lop Lop 1 In menu item Current output size you determine which measured value the current output refers to VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 41 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module Setup Current output mode Setup Current output Min Max Setup Current output 2 SIL Setup HART variables 1 42 Current output variable Current output Variable Distance leuel Lin percent level add ee Sealed level Filling height level Current output variable Current output mode Current output rin max In the menu item Current output mode you determine the output characteristics and reaction of the current output in case of failure Current output Current outpu
26. sta be restored data into the sensor tus VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOVlL NA 9lL vy 44216 EN 140430 Reaction when malfunc tions occur Procedure for fault recti fication 10 Diagnostics and service Code Cause Rectification Text mes sage M501 Hardware error EEPROM Exchanging the electronics Error in the Send instrument for repair non active linearization table M502 Hardware error EEPROM Exchanging the electronics Error in the Send instrument for repair event memory M503 Measurement certainty is Check installation and Reliability too too low for a reliable meas process conditions low urement Clean or exchange process Process component or component or probe probe contaminated or defective M504 Hardware defect Exchanging the electronics Error on an Send instrument for repair device inter face M505 Sensor does not detect an Check and correct instal no measured echo during operation lation and or parameter value avail adjustment able Process component or Clean or exchange process probe contaminated or component or probe defective M506 Error during setup Check and correct instal Installation lation and or parameter Setup error adjustment Check probe length M507 Error during setup Carry out reset and repeat Error in the Error when carrying out a setup instrument reset setting
27. test Function test During a function test you have to test the safety function of the instrument in the vessel with the original medium You can find the detailed sequence of the function test in chapter Functional safety SIL For this purpose you should know the filling height of the vessel as well as the min and max levels respectively for 4 and 20 mA You then can calculate the respective output current Measure the output current of VEGAFLEX 81 with a suitable multi meter and compare the measured output current with the calculated output current You have to determine the permissible deviation of the values yourself This deviation depends on the the accuracy requirements of your measurement loop Determine the permissible tolerance for the deviation If you have to interrupt the function you can leave the VEGAFLEX 81 in the respective situation As long as VEGAFLEX 81 is powered the display and adjustment module remains in the currently set adjustment menu To interrupt the function test you have to push the button ESC If you carry out the function test by means of the PAC Tware soft ware you can store the previously performed tests and continue from there later on Verify parameter All safety relevant parameters must be verified after a change After the function test all modified safety relevant parameters will be listed Confirm the modified values one after the other Hon SIL parameter RHeknoule
28. verification Parameter verification was interrupted Finish parameter verifica tion 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 Cause Rectification Text mes sage S600 Temperature of the pro Check ambient temperature Impermissi cessing electronics in the solate electronics ble electronics on specified section Use instrument with higher temperature temperature range S601 Level echo in the close Reduce level Overfilling range not available 100 adjustment Increase value Check mounting socket Remove possible interfering signals in the close range Use coaxial probe S602 Compensation echo super 100 adjustment Increase Level with imposed by medium value in the search range com pensation echo S603 Operating voltage below Check electrical connection Impermissi specified range if necessary increase ble operating operating voltage voltage The following table shows the error codes and text messages in the status message Maintenance and provides information on causes as well as corrective measures Code Cause Rectification Text mes sage M500 With the reset to delivery Repeat reset Error in the status the data could not Load XML file with sensor delivery
29. 0 2 2 5 mm AWG 24 14 0 2 1 5 mm AWG 24 16 Electromechanical data version IP 66 IP 68 1 bar Connection cable Configuration Wire cross section Wire resistance Tensile strength Standard length Max length Min bending radius Diameter approx Colour Non Ex version Colour Ex version Display and adjustment module Display element Measured value indication Number of digits Size of digits Adjustment elements Protection rating unassembled mounted into the housing without cover Materials Housing Inspection window Integrated clock Date format Time format Time zone Ex factory Rate deviation max Measurement electronics temerature Resolution Accuracy four wires one suspension cable braiding metal foil cover 0 5 mm AWG 20 lt 0 036 O m 1200 N 270 Ibf 5 m 16 4 ft 180 m 590 6 ft 25 mm 0 984 in with 25 C 77 F 8 mm 0 315 in Black Blue Display with backlight 5 WxH 7 x13 mm 4 keys IP 20 IP 40 ABS Polyester foil Day Month Year 12 h 24 h CET 10 5 min year 1 C 1 8 F 1 C 1 8 F VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 79 12 Supplement Permissible temperature range Voltage supply Operating voltage Non Ex instrument Ex d instrument Ex ia instrument Ex d ia instrument 40 85 C 40 185 F Operating voltage w
30. 2 Supplement Process conditions For the process conditions please also note the specifications on the type label The lowest value always applies The measurement error through the process conditions in the specified pressure and temperature range is lt 1 Process pressure Standard version 1 40 bar 100 4000 kPa 14 5 580 psig depending on the process fitting with borosilicate glass leadthrough 1 100 bar 100 10000 kPa 14 5 1450 psig depending on the process fitting Vessel pressure relating to the flange see supplementary instructions manual Flanges ac nominal stage cording to DIN EN ASME JIS Process temperature thread or flange temperature FKM SHS FPM 70C3 GLT 40 150 C 40 302 F EPDM A P 75 5 KW75F 40 150 C 40 302 F FFKM Kalrez 6375 20 150 C 4 302 F FFKM Kalrez 6375 20 200 C 4 392 F with borosilicate glass leadthrough 60 150 C 76 302 F 130 C 150 C 266 F 302 F Fig 41 Ambient temperature process temperature standard version Ambient temperature Process temperature depending on the seal material Maximum permissible temperature standard Limited temperature range plastic housing and stainless steel housing electropolished AC Nc VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 77 12 Supplement VEGA Fig 42 Ambient temperature
31. Contact pin Colour connection ca Terminal electronics ble in the sensor module Pin 1 Brown 5 Pin 2 White 6 Pin 3 Blue 7 Pin 4 Black 8 5 6 Wiring plan Ex d ia double chamber housing Electronics compartment deo eee Go Fig 14 Electronics compartment double chamber housing 1 Internal connection to the connection compartment 2 Fordisplay and adjustment module or interface adapter 3 Internal connection to the plug connector for external display and adjust ment unit optional 22 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOVlL NA 9lL ovr 44216 EN 140430 VEGA Terminal compartment Electronics compartment Assignment of the plug connector 5 Connecting to power supply Fig 15 Connection compartment double chamber housing Ex d ia 1 Voltage supply signal output 2 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen Fig 16 View to the electronics compartment with DISADAPT for connection of the external display and adjustment unit 1 DIS ADAPT 2 Internal plug connection 3 Plug connector M12 x 1 Fig 17 View to the plug connector M12 x 1 1 Pint 2 Pin2 3 Pin3 4 Pin4 Contact pin Colour connection ca Terminal electronics ble in the sensor module Pin 1 Brown 5 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 23 5 Connecting to power supply Wire assignment con nection cable Supplementary elect ron ics Additional current output
32. Installation reference conditions Min distance to installations Vessel Medium Installation Sensor parameter adjustment Typical deviation Interface measure ment Typical deviation Total level interface measurement 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 1 m 3 281 ft centric installation process fitting flush with the vessel ceiling Water Oil dielectric constant 2 0 Probe end does not touch the vessel bottom No gating out of false signals carried out 5 mm 0 197 in 5 mm 0 197 in 9 The indication values can be assigned individually The indication values can be assigned individually 9 With interface measurement 2 0 74 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 VELA 12 Supplement Typical deviation Level measurement See following diagrams Max deviation Version with reference 10mm 0 39 in distance Deviating upper dead band Version with 450 mm 17 7 in reference distance 5 mm 0 197 2 mm 0 079 0 2 mm 0 079 10 mm 0 394 0 03 m 1 181 0 15 m 5 906 Fig 39 Deviation VEGAFLEX 81 in coax version in water 1 Dead band no measurement possible in this area L Probe length 10 mm 0 394 5 mm 0 197
33. NA 9lL ovr 44216 EN 140430 VEGA Safety instructions Voltage supply Connection to signal con ditioning instruments Connection cable Cable gland 1 2 NPT Cable screening and grounding 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 lf overvoltage surges are expected overvoltage arresters should be installed Power supply and current signal are carried on the same two wire cable The operating voltage can differ depending on the instrument version The data for power supply are specified in chapter Technical data Provide a reliable separation between the supply circuit and the mains circuits according to DIN EN 61140 VDE 0140 1 Keep in mind the following additional factors that influence the operat ing voltage e Lower output voltage of the power supply unit under nominal load e g with a sensor current of 20 5 mA or 22 mA in case of fault e Influence of additional instruments in the circuit see load values in chapter Technical data The signal conditioning instruments VEGAMET and VEGASCAN have digital sensor recognition When connecting VEGAFLEX 81 an up to date version of the signal conditioning instrument software is required For a software update go to www vega com downloads and Software The instrument is connected with standard two
34. NECT Document ID 32628 The VEGADIS 81 is an external display and adjustment unit for VEGA plics sensors For sensors with double chamber housing the interface adapter DIS ADAPT is also required for VEGADIS 81 You can find further information in the operating instructions VE GADIS 81 Document ID 43814 The adapter DIS ADAPT is an accessory part for sensors with double chamber housings It enables the connection of VEGADIS 81 to the sensor housing via an M12 x 1 plug You can find further information in the supplementary instructions Adapter DISADAPT Document ID 45250 VEGADIS 62 is suitable for measured value indication and adjustment of sensors with HART protocol It is looped into the 4 20 mA HART signal cable You can find further information in the operating instructions VE GADIS 62 Document ID 36469 The protective cover protects the sensor housing against soiling and intense heat from solar radiation You will find additional information in the supplementary instructions manual Protective cover Document ID 34296 Screwed flanges are available in different versions according to the following standards DIN 2501 EN 1092 1 BS 10 ANSI B 16 5 JIS B 2210 1984 GOST 12821 80 You can find additional information in the supplementary instructions manual Flanges according to DIN EN ASME JIS Document ID 31088 The electronics module VEGAFLEX 80 series SIL is a replacement part for TDR se
35. Operating Instructions TDR sensor for continuous level and interface measurement of liquids VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 MA HART two wire Coax probe With SIL qualification Ll Document ID 44216 Contents VELA Contents 1 Aboutthis document MEE ocio 4 Pe CSE OU D E E M 4 to Oympol U EU Pen 4 2 For your safety 2 1 Authorised personnel aes ats os setesse ss atenercad sen ecnaadeanutsucete voncdiuiedaatenninads ocio adr AI vade NERO TE aU 5 PE MEME eo ce cM OL DOS DET 5 2 3 Warning about incorrect USB sies oec isoe i paedt ose e Rar PE cece penis Fato su ca eet bez ape Pre te brem e Eae ER tac dE 5 2 4 General safety instructions uud n ibm edu ud lic eva eid td au tH pe eu E sU dv Ee eX FAN EA UMEN nn DUE 5 20 rre MT UU EMT 5 26 SIL qualification according to IEC 61508 uspstedexcumy deserunt Os F Eas ia PNIS EA R NEFSEGEsE Du F nf te PUE 6 2I NAMUR recommendations atascoaci eus bun ii qal RE ndeV bna pus Raab 2ad S QUUFPhu gait tegF ENav Eie PE MMRE YR ag uU 6 28 EIRCOM MAS Hall WS UCU ONS su uat ior deupe ned easnan eeu t visu duns tat ortdes ue noPrdbd quta san v pav EID ANERE 6 3 Product description o MEME d coca Rc P 7 3 2 Principle of ODF AW OM REN se creed excecnee estos sremcetixeceuesaheosteeusioruecten wed eenetdenemined cadet antennene 8 ow Packaging transport ard SlOl ae nessis aii a ences cesset 11 3 4 Accessories and replacement parts ccc
36. Supplementary elec tronics Radio modu PLICSMOBILE 24 SIL le VEGA Contact pin Colour connection ca Terminal electronics ble in the sensor module Pin 2 White 6 Pin 3 Blue 7 Pin 4 Black 8 5 7 Wiring plan version IP 66 IP 68 1 bar Fig 18 Wire assignment in permanently connected connection cable 1 brown and blue to power supply or to the processing system 2 Shielding 5 8 Supplementary electronics You can use the supplementary electronics additional current output to provided a second measured value Both current outputs are passive and need a power supply The additional current output Il cannot be used in safety instrument ed systems according to SIL de e Fig 19 Connection compartment double chamber housing supplementary electronics additional current output 1 First current output I Voltage supply and signal output HART 2 Second current output II Voltage supply and signal output without HART 3 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen The radio module PLICSMOBILE is an external GSM GPRS radio unit for transmission of measured values and for remote parameter adjustment VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O TYOY L N3 9LctrVv 44216 EN 140430 5 Connecting to power supply Fig 20 Radio module PLICSMOBILE integrated in the connection compart ment 1 Voltage supply You can find detailed informa
37. able for test and demonstration purposes and must not be used in a safety instrumented application SIL Replication Product type Application Application Levelvess fF Mediun Dielectric figure EES vessel Level bypass standpipe Interface vessel Inter bypass standpipe Demonstration made In this menu item you can define the type of medium product This menu item is only available if you have selected level measure ment under the menu item Application Replication Product type Application Medium Dielectric figure Hedium Dielectric constant Water based 10 add Hedium Dielectric constant Saluentz oilLPi 23 Chen nixtures3 10 UE EE RR You can choose between the following medium types Dielectric con Type of medium Examples stant gt 10 Water based liq Acids alcalis water uids 3 10 Chemical mix Chlorobenzene nitro lacquer aniline tures isocyanate chloroform lt 3 Hydrocarbons Solvents oils liquid gas This menu item is only available if you have chosen interface meas urement under the menu item Application In this menu item you can enter if there is a superimposed gas phase in your application Only set the function to Yes if the gas phase is permanently pre sent Replication Product type Application Dielectric figure This menu item is only available if you have selected interface meas urement under the menu item
38. ach DTM Collection and which can also be downloaded from the Internet Detailed descrip tions are available in the online help of PACTware and the DTMs Sensor Online Parametrierung 1 bx i Device name Description Measurement loop name Sensor VEGAFLEX 81 TDR sensor for continuous level measurement with 4 20 mA HART interface i rn 54V m Adjustment level Set distances for level percentages B Damping o v Type of linearization Scaling level G Current output HART variables i False signal suppression Display B Diagnostics G Additional settings H Info Measured values Max adjustment gt Min adjustment C gt Distance B Max adjustment in 100 00 Distance A 0 000 m Software version 1 0 0 PREO1 Serial number 90000010 Device status OK Min adjustment in 0 00 Distance B 1 000 m Distance to level 0 065 m Connected 3 QO Device and data set Dey OK Administrator lt NONAME gt Administrator Fig 27 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 57 8 Se
39. adjustments HART address Probe type Special parameter HART rod Loop current mode Analogue current output The default setting is Analogue current output and the address 00 In this menu you read out the instrument name and the instrument serial number In this menu item the hardware and software version of the sensor is displayed Software Version 1 0 0 Hardware Version 1 0 0 In this menu item the date of factory calibration of the sensor as well as the date of the last change of sensor parameters are displayed via the display and adjustment module or via the PC Factory calibration date 3 Aug 701 Last change 29 Nov 4012 In this menu item the features of the sensor such as approval pro cess fitting seal measuring range electronics housing and others are displayed Sensor characteristics Display now VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOVlL NA 9lL vy 44216 EN 140430 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module 7 4 Saving the parameter adjustment data We recommended noting the adjusted data e g in this operating instructions manual and archiving them afterwards They are thus available for multiple use or service purposes If the instrument is equipped with a display and adjustment module the data in the sensor can be saved in the display and adjustment module The procedure is described in the operating instructions manual Display and adjustment
40. atically taken over into the device catalogue of this software after they are released by the manufacturer They can then be transferred to a Field Communicator VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 59 10 Diagnostics and service Measured value memory Event memory 60 VEGA 10 Diagnostics and service 10 1 Maintenance If the device is used correctly no maintenance is required in normal operation When used in safety instrumented systems SIS the safety function must be carried out on the instrument in regular time intervals by means of a proof test Hence possible undetected dangerous failure can be identified The operator s responsibility to select the kind of test The time inter vals depend on the used PFD yc During the function test the safety function must be treated as unsafe Keep in mind that the function test influences downstream connected devices If one of the tests proves negative the entire measuring system must be switched out of service and the process held in a safe state by means of other measures You can find detailed information on the proof test in the Safety Manual SIL 10 2 Diagnosis memory The instrument has several memories which are available for diagno sis purposes The data remain even with voltage interruption Up to 100 000 measured values can be stored in the sensor in a ring memory Each entry contains date time as well as the respective measured value Storable val
41. bability The safety requirements for such components are described in the international standards IEC 61508 and 61511 IEC 61062 Ma chines which set the standard for uniform and comparable judge ment of instrument and plant or machine safety and hence contribute to worldwide legal certainty Depending on the degree of required risk reduction we distinguish between four safety levels from SIL1 for low risk to SIL4 for very high risk SIL Safety Integrity Level 6 2 SIL qualification Additional characteristics When developing instruments which can be used in safety instru and requirements 26 mented systems the focus is on avoiding systematical as well as determining and controlling random errors Here the most important characteristics and requirements from the perspective of functional safety according to IEC 61508 Edition 2 e Internal monitoring of safety relevant circuit parts e Extended standardization of the software development e Incase of failure switching of the safety relevant outputs to a defined safe state e Determination of the failure probability of the defined safety func tion e Reliable parameterization with non safe user environment e Proof test The SIL qualification of components is specified in a manual for func tional safety Safety Manual Here you can find all safety relevant characteristics and information required by the user and planner for planning and operating the safety relevant
42. bled the safety function must be considered as unreliable This applies until the parameterization is terminated correctly If necessary other measures must be taken to maintain the safety function VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 27 6 Functional safety SIL Change parameter Verify parameters Lock adjustment Incomplete process Instrument reset Start Safe operating state Release adjustment Change parameter Setup Function test 28 A A VEGA All parameters changed by the operator are automatically stored temporarily so that they can be verified in the next step After setup the modified parameters must be verified confirm the correctness of the parameters To do this you first have to enter the PIN Here the adjustment is locked automatically Then you carry out a comparison of two character strings You must confirm that the character strings are identical This is used to check the character presentation Then you confirm that the serial number of your instrument has been carried over correctly This is used to check device communication Then all modified parameters that have to be confirmed are listed After this process is terminated the safety function is again ensured Warning If the described process was not carried out completely or correctly e g interruption or voltage loss the instrument remains in the released and hence unsafe status Warning In case of a reset to
43. cccssseececsesseeesseseeeesenseeesseaeeessaueeeesnaneeessanees 11 4 Mounting A NEEC i cCa iibe ciTe 13 42 Mounting WSU euis TEE E EET 14 5 Connecting to power supply 5 1 Preparing this COMM SCHON ascen ocota sa aae pc ute Sap tuaco See eue itc Sa Es educ o reu spec ca Races Rc EE RES AUS 17 SP EEG qe oT Tt 18 5 9 Wiring plan single chamber Doblsiligs su uci uii tci io aepo n eon 13D aea xpo Iu aenar Eie RER anc m eed otn 20 5 4 Wiring plan double chamber housing usce acest ao aed tane opa Enn URDU M t p aeS ndaesvieusd macansecenace 20 5 5 Double chamber housing with DISSADJAP T ioscsassesues ust euaR ac Ehua Eun ee XR Y vRUt ROBO Doo E tcu PRU E Cibus 21 5 6 Wiring plan Ex d ia double chamber NOUSING sso oor arbe aee peche akut eta ren X pur orte tires 22 5 7 Wining plan version IP 69 IP 68 1 DA asasinos Pcnud t hdstas uen ones Et Or HERasE Mp oso ar ER Xd ari 24 5 8 Supplementary ClOCIOMICS sacco e cea rus DER Une stu ta GE De niran OE FTN UE Voeux E Oto pb Y EE Mau A iTS 24 59 ONEOHSOR DISSBuascomnacteinkbei can tadbud AE ar tasa pesl cuReam ta tadmal caua E FOaSE 25 6 Functional safety SIL Gl OCCU E 26 om MEE Me recie a EET oo LTEM 26 O23 PONG AUC MLC A eacee EEO pt dead npe bu Graia un dnos adi uu cu E RARES 26 6 4 Safety concept of the parameterization ccccssccececsseseeeeeceenessseeeseseeseeeeesanaeseeeeseees 27 6o SBP HOCES S OE 28 7 Setup with the display and adjustment modul
44. cess fitting transmitter con centric tube etc are conductively connected with the inner and outer ground terminal on the housing This connection exists either directly via connecting metallic parts or in case of instruments with external electronics via the screen of the special connection cable You can find specifications on the potential connections inside the instrument in chapter Technical data 5 2 Connecting The voltage supply and signal output are connected via the spring loaded terminals in the housing Connection to the display and adjustment module or to the interface adapter is carried out via contact pins in the housing Information The terminal block is pluggable and can be removed from the electronics To do this lift the terminal block with a small screwdriver and pull it out When reinserting the terminal block you should hear it snap in Proceed as follows 1 Unscrew the housing cover 2 Ifa display and adjustment module is installed remove it by turn ing it slightly to the left 3 Loosen compression nut of the cable entry gland 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 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA 5 Connecting to power supply Fig 7 Connection steps 5 and 6 Single chamber housing
45. d after they are stored in the device In normal operating condition the instrument is also locked against parameter changes through unauthorized access This concept applies to the adjustment on the instrument but also to adjustment with PACTware with DTM Safety relevant param For protection against unwanted or unauthorzed adjustment the set eters parameters must be barred from unauthorized access For this rea son the instrument is shipped in locked condition The PIN in delivery status is 0000 When shipped with a specific parameter adjustment the instruments are accompanied by a list with the values deviating from the basic set ting By entering the serial number the list is available as a download under www vega com VEGA Tools All safety relevant parameters must be verified after a change The parameter settings of the measurement loop must be document ed You can find a list of all safety relevant paramters in the shipping status in chapter Setup with the display and adjustment module under Additional settings Reset In addition a list of the safety relevant parameters can be stored and printed via PACTware DTM Release adjustment For each parameter change the instrument must be unlocked via a PIN see chapter Setup steps Lock adjustment The device status is indicated by the symbol of an unlocked or locked padlock In delivery status the PIN is 0000 Unsafe device Warning status If adjustment is ena
46. daenment lofi Are number and values Menu language of the modified English parameters correct Parameter OFF OK If the described process of parameter adjustment was run through completely and correctly the instrument will be locked and hence ready for operation Adjustment Blocked Unlock Otherwise the instrument remains in the released and hence unsafe condition If you have to interrupt the function test you can leave the display and adjustment module of VEGAFLEX 81 in its current state VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 45 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module VELA Display Display Menu language Display Displayed value 4 Display Displayed value 2 46 As long as VEGAFLEX 81 is powered the display and adjustment module remains in the currently set adjustment menu To interrupt the function test you have to push the button ESC If you carry out the function test by means of the PACTware soft ware you can store the previously performed tests and continue from there later on In the main menu point Display the individual submenu points should be selected subsequently and provided with the correct parameters to ensure the optimum adjustment of the display options The procedure is described in the following The following submenu points are available Menu lanauaae Indication value 1 Indication salue 2 Backlight The submenu points described below Thi
47. ded version L Sensor length see chapter Technical data 1 Coaxial version 21 3 mm 0 839 in 2 Coaxial version 42 2 mm 1 661 in 84 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA 12 Supplement 12 3 Industrial property rights VEGA product lines are global protected by industrial property rights Further information see www vega com Only in U S A Further information see patent label at the sensor housing VEGA Produktfamilien sind weltweit geschutzt durch gewerbliche Schutzrechte Nahere Informationen unter www vega com Les lignes de produits VEGA sont globalement prot g es par des droits de propri t intellec tuelle Pour plus d informations on pourra se r f rer au site www vega com VEGA lineas de productos est n protegidas por los derechos en el campo de la propiedad indus trial Para mayor informaci n revise la pagina web www vega com Jinnnn npoanykuua cbupMb BETA 3auuujarorcs no BceMy MUpy npaBaMM Ha MHTeJITIeKTyaJIbHYIO COOCTBEHHOCTb lanbHenuiryio wuHcpopMauuro cvorpure Ha calire WWW Vega com VEGA G Te amp EK 28 AIR P MARE 3t 25 4s Biss Th lt www vega com gt 12 4 Trademark All the brands as well as trade and company names used are property of their lawful proprietor originator VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 85 INDEX INDEX A Adjustment Max adjustment 37 38 Min adjustment 37 38 Adjustment system 33
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49. e 10 higher than the dielectric constant of the upper medium preferably electrically conductive Example upper medium dielectric constant 2 lower medium at least dielectric constant 12 Gas phase L3 e Airor gas mixture e Gas phase dependent on the application gas pahse does not always exist d2 0 10 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA Output signal Packaging Transport Transport inspection Storage Storage and transport temperature PLICSCOM VEGACONNECT 3 Product description The instrument is always preset to the application Level measure ment For the interface measurement you can select the requested output signal with the setup 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 based on ISO 4180 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 in due 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 con cealed defects mus
50. ected Proceed as follows False signal suppression False signal suppression Change Create new Delete Enter the actual distance from the sensor to the product surface All interfering signals in this section are detected by the sensor and stored VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 43 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module VELA i Release setup adjust ment 44 Note Check the distance to the product surface because if an incorrect too large value is entered the existing level will be saved as a false echo The filling level would then no longer be detectable in this area If a false signal suppression has already been created in the sensor the following menu window appears when selecting False signal suppression False signal suppression Create new Delete The instrument carries out an automatic false signal suppression as soon as the probe is uncovered The false signal suppression is always updated The menu item Delete is used to completely delete an already cre ated false signal suppression This is useful if the saved false signal suppression no longer matches the metrological conditions in the vessel With this menu item you safeguard the sensor parameters against unauthorized or unintentional modifications To avoid possible errors during parameterization in a non safe user environment a verification procedure is used that makes it possible to detect parame
51. equency microwave impulses are guided along a steel cable or terface measurement rod Upon reaching the product surface a part of the microwave im pulses is reflected The other part passes through the upper product and is reflected by the interface The running times to the two product layers are processed by the instrument VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 9 3 Product description Fig 3 Interface measurement 1 Sensor reference plane seal surface of the process fitting d Distance to the interface HART value 1 d2 Distance to the level HART value 3 TS Thickness of the upper medium d1 d2 h1 Height Interface h2 Height Level L1 Lower medium L2 Upper medium L3 Gas phase Prerequisites for inter Upper medium L2 face measurement e Theupper medium must not be conductive e The dielectric constant of the upper medium or the actual distance to the interface must be known input required Min dielectric con stant 1 6 You can find a list of dielectric constants on our home page www vega com e The composition of the upper medium must be stable no varying products or mixtures e The upper medium must be homogeneous no stratifications within the medium e Min thickness of the upper medium 50 mm 1 97 in e Clear separation from the lower medium emulsion phase or detri tus layer max 50 mm 1 97 in e f possible no foam on the surface Lower medium L1 e The dielectric constant must b
52. eral load Tube 21 3 mm 0 839 in Tube 42 2 mm 1 661 in G1 according to DIN 3852 A 1 NPT DIN from DN 50 ANSI from 2 approx 0 8 8 kg 0 176 17 64 Ibs approx 1110 g m 11 9 oz ft approx 3100 g m 33 3 oz ft up to 6 m 19 69 ft up to 6 m 19 69 ft 1 mm 60 Nm 44 Ibf ft 300 Nm 221 Ibf ft Torque for NPT cable glands and Conduit tubes Plastic housing Aluminium Stainless steel housing Input variable Measured variable Min dielectric constant of the medium 12 max 10 Nm 7 376 Ibf ft max 50 Nm 36 88 Ibf ft Level of liquids e 2 1 4 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOVlL NA 9lL ovr 44216 EN 140430 12 Supplement Fig 38 Measuring ranges VEGAFLEX 81 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 O14 Co lo Output variable Output signal 4 20 mA HART Range of the output signal 3 8 20 5 mA HART default setting Fulfilled HART specification 7 Signal resolution 0 3 uA Failure signal current output adjustable 221 mA lt 3 6 mA Max output current 21 5 mA Starting current lt 10 mA for 5 ms after switching on lt 3 6 mA Load see load diagram under Power supply Damping 63 96 of the input variable 0 999s adjustable HART
53. ersions in protection IP 166 IP 168 10bar with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 Ilmm O S358lin higher 1 Single chamber version 2 Double chamber version 82 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA 12 Supplement Stainless steel housing M20x1 5 VNPT LL M20x1 5 M20x1 5 2 NPT CD Ye NPT Fig 47 Housing versions in protection IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm 0 35 in higher 1 Single chamber version electropolished 2 Single chamber version precision casting 3 Double chamber version precision casting Stainless steel housing in protection rating IP 66 IP 68 1 bar me2ox1 5 UO M20x1 5 Ve NPT Fig 48 Housing versions in protection IP 166 IP 168 10bar with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 Ilmm O S358lin higher 1 Single chamber version electropolished 2 Single chamber version precision casting 3 Double chamber version precision casting VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 83 12 Supplement VEGA VEGAFLEX 81 coax version SW 36 1 42 G34 34 NPT SW 41 1 61 G1 1 NPT SW 46 1 81 G1 172 NPT G 34 NPT G1 1 NPT G1 5 1 NPT _2 21 3 mm 0 84 Fig 49 VEGAFLEX 81 threa
54. face adapter For external display and adjustment unit Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen AC Nc 5 4 Wiring plan double chamber housing The following illustrations apply to the non Ex as well as to the Ex ia version i i po fs e 7 fe Fig 10 Electronics compartment double chamber housing 1 Internal connection to the connection compartment 2 Fordisplay and adjustment module or interface adapter VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O TYOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA 5 Connecting to power supply Terminal compartment Fig 11 Terminal compartment double chamber housing 1 Voltage supply signal output 2 Fordisplay and adjustment module or interface adapter 3 Forexternal display and adjustment unit 4 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen Information The use of an external display and adjustment unit and a display and adjustment module in parallel in the connection compartment is not supported 5 5 Double chamber housing with DIS ADAPT Electronics compartment Fig 12 View to the electronics compartment with DISADAPT for connection of the external display and adjustment unit 1 DIS ADAPT 2 Internal plug connection 3 Plug connector M12 x 1 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 21 5 Connecting to power supply VEGA Assignment of the plug connector Fig 13 View to the plug connector M12 x 1 1 Pini 2 Pin2 3 Pin3 4 Pin4
55. geous to mount the sensor in the center of the vessel as measurement is then possible nearly down to the lowest point of the bottom Keep in mind that measurement all the way down to the tip of the probe may not be pos sible The exact value of the min distance lower dead band is stated in chapter Technical data Fig 4 Vessel with conical bottom Before beginning the welding work remove the electronics module from the sensor By doing this you avoid damage to the electronics through inductive coupling Do not mount the instruments in or above the filling stream Make sure that you detect the product surface not the inflowing product Fig 5 Mounting of the sensor with inflowing medium VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 14 O TvOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA Measuring range Pressure Steam boiler applications 4 Mounting 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 refer ence plane and possibly also at the end of the probe measurement in these areas is not possible dead band 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
56. h on The lighting is switched off in delivery status In this menu item the device status is displayed Device status OK Peak indicator reliab Peak values further Echo curue The respective min and max measured value is saved in the sen sor The two values are displayed in the menu item Peak values distance If you have selected interface measurement under the menu item Setup Application the peak values of the interface measurement are displayed in addition to the peak values of the level measurement Diagnostics Distance to the level Device status Hin BS nn Peak values Distance Has 265 nn Peak indicator reliab Distance to the interface Feak values further Min 132 nn Echo curie B22 nr In another window you can carry out a reset of the two peak values separately Reset peak indicator Distance ta the lewel Distance to the interface The respective min and max measured values are saved in the sensor The two values are displayed in the menu item Peak values measurement certainty The measurement can be influenced by the process conditions In this menu item the measurement certainty of the level measurement is displayed as percentage value The higher the value the more reli able the measurement Values gt 90 indicate reliable measurement If you have selected interface measurement under the menu item Setup Application the peak values of the interface measurement are
57. he sensor a check is carried out to determine if the data fit the sensor If the data do not fit a fault signal is triggered or the function is blocked When data are being written into the sensor the display shows which instrument type the data originate from and which TAG no this sensor had In this menu item you can select the type and size of your probe from a list of all possible probes This is necessary to adapt the electronics optimally to the probe 53 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module Additional adjustments Special parameters Additional adjustments HART mode Info Instrument name Info Instrument version Info Factory calibration date Info Sensor character istics 54 Additional adjustments Reset Copy instr settings Cable zmm centr weight Cable 2mm grav weight Cable dmm centr weight Cable dmm gravity weight Probe type Special parameter HART rode In this menu item you gain access to the protected area where you can enter special parameters In exceptional cases individual parameters can be modified in order to adapt the sensor to special requirements Change the settings of the special parameters only after having con tacted our service staff Additional adjustments Copy instr settings Probe type Special parameter HART mode The sensor is fix adjusted to the HART mode Analogue current output This parameter cannot be modified Additional
58. ices VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 49 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module VELA Additional settings PIN Additional adjustments Date Time Additional adjustments Reset 50 You can find detailed information on the proof test in the Safety Manual SIL Entering a 4 digit PIN protects the sensor data against unauthorized access and unintentional modification In this menu item the PIN is displayed or edited and changed However this menu item is only available if adjustment is enabled in the menu Lock Release setup adjustment a adjustments FIH Date Time Actual PIN Reset Copy instr settings Probe tupe Change In delivery status the PIN is 0000 In this menu item the internal clock of the sensor is adjusted Additional adjustments Date Time FIH 15 34 29 Nov 2012 Change row Copy instr settings Probe Tupe With a reset certain parameter adjustments carried out by the user are reset Additional adjustments FIH Date Tine Copy instr settings Probe type wn The following reset functions are available Delivery status Restoring the parameter settings at the time of ship ment from the factory incl the order specific settings A created false signal suppression user programmable linearization curve as well as the measured value memory will be deleted Basic settings Resetting of the parameter settings incl special parameters to the default
59. ics Exchange the instrument or send it nal greater than module in the in for repair 22 mA or less sensor defec than 3 6 mA tive The below tables show typical examples for application relevant measurement errors There are two measurement errors e Constant level e Filling e Emptying The images in column Error pattern show the real level with a bro ken line and the level displayed by the sensor as a continuous line Fig 29 The broken line 1 shows the real level the continuous line 2 shows the level displayed by the sensor Note e Wherever the sensor displays a constant value the reason could also be the fault setting of the current output to Hold value e Incase ofatoo low level indication the reason could be a line resistance that is too high VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LcvrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA Measurement error with constant level 10 Diagnostics and service Fault description Error pattern Cause Rectification 1 Measured value shows a too low or too high level al Min max adjustment not correct Adapt min max adjustment Wrong linearization curve Adapt linearization curve 0 time Running time error small measurement error close to 100 serious error close to 0 96 Repeat setup 2 Measured value jumps towards 100 Due to the process the ampli tude of the prod
60. ith illuminated display and adjustment module Non Ex instrument Ex d instrument Ex ia instrument Ex d ia instrument Interpolation protection Permissible residual ripple Non Ex Ex ia instrument Frequency for 12 V lt U lt 18V for 18 V lt U lt 35 V Permissible residual ripple Ex d ia instrument Frequency for 18 V U lt 35 V Load resistor Calculation Example Non Ex instrument with U 24 V DC Electrical protective measures Protection rating 9 6 35 V DC 9 6 30 V DC 15 35 V DC 16 35 V DC 16 30 V DC 20 35 V DC Integrated 16 400 Hz SOM s 1 0V 16 400 Hz 1 0V 2 U U 0 0215 A 24 V 9 6 V 0 0245 A 2 670 Q Housing material Version IP protection class NEMA protection Plastic Single chamber IP 66 IP 67 NEMA 4X Double chamber IP 66 IP 67 NEMA 4X Aluminium Single chamber IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar NEMA 6P IP 68 1 bar NEMA 6P Double chamber IP 66 IP 67 NEMA 4X IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar NEMA 6P IP 68 1 bar NEMA 6P Stainless steel electro Single chamber IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar NEMA 6P polished Stainless steel investment Single chamber IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar NEMA 6P casting IP 68 1 bar NEMA 6P Double chamber IP 66 IP 67 NEMA 4X IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar NEMA 6P IP 68 1 bar NEMA 6P 80 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LcrV 44216 EN 140430 VELA 12 Supplement
61. ive with measured value Device memory Measured value memory Stop Not active recording when memory is full Additional adjustments Menu item Default value Modified value PIN 0000 Date Actual date Time Actual time Time Format 24 hours Probe type Device specific HART mode Analogue current output Additional adjustments Copy instrument settings Additional adjustments Probe type VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire The instrument settings are copied with this function The following functions are available e Read from sensor Read data from sensor and store into the display and adjustment module e Write into sensor Store data from the display and adjustment module back to the sensor The following data or settings for adjustment of the display and ad justment module are saved e All data of the menu Setup and Display e Inthe menu Additional adjustments the items Reset Date Time e Special parameters Additional adjustments DateTime Reset Copy instr settings Copy instr settings Copy instrument settings Copy instr settings Probe type Special parameter The copied data are permanently saved in an EEPROM memory in the display and adjustment module and remain there even in case of power failure From there they can be written into one or more sen sors or kept as backup for a possible electronics exchange Note Before the data are stored in t
62. l 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 regula tions The safety instructions in this operating instructions manual the na tional installation standards as well as the valid safety regulations and accident prevention rules must be observed by the user For safety and warranty reasons any invasive work on the device beyond that described in the operating instructions manual may be carried out only by personnel authorised by the manufacturer Arbi trary conversions or modifications are explicitly forbidden The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must also be observed 2 5 CE conformity The device fulfills the legal requirements of the applicable EC guide lines By affixing the CE marking we confirm successful testing of the product You can find the CE Certificate of Conformity in the download section of our homepage VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 5 2 For your safety VEGA
63. measuring transducers e NE53 Compatibility of field devices and display adjustment components e NE 107 Self monitoring and diagnosis of field devices For further information see www namur de 2 8 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 pro tection The environment management system is certified according to DIN EN ISO 14001 Please help us fulfill this obligation by observing the environmental instructions in this manual e Chapter Packaging transport and storage e Chapter Disposal VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA Type label Serial number Instru ment search 3 Product description 3 Product description 3 1 Configuration The type label contains the most important data for identification and use of the instrument JEGAFLEX RART FX8LACATAAHXKMXX TOV 12 ATEX 098532 X 16 26 26 Ex ia IC T6 T1 Ga Go Gb 6b Electronics 4 20mA HART iwo wire 9 6 30 VOC Q 4 20mA HART Protection IP66 67 NEMA 4X Lenath 500 mm Temperature process See manual and approval documents Process pressure 1 6bar 200 600kPa Wetted parts 316 5401316L FKM TW Ver 100 SW Ver 100 7 im 998290749 Order 0000000 000 2012 O sla 22839742 VELA 77761 Schiitach Germany www Vega
64. ment directly on to a spe cialised recycling company and do not use the municipal collecting points These may be used only for privately used products according to the WEEE directive VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA 12 Supplement 12 1 Technical data General data 316L corresponds to 1 4404 or 1 4435 Materials wetted parts Process fitting Process seal on the instrument side rod leadthrough Process fitting for volatile substances such as e g Ammonia Process seal process side for vola tile substances such as e g Ammonia Process seal Inner conductor up to the separation rod Spacers Tube 21 3 mm 0 839 in Tube 42 2 mm 1 661 in Materials non wetted parts Plastic housing Aluminium die casting housing Stainless steel housing precision casting Stainless steel housing electropol ished Second line of defence optional Seal between housing and housing Cover Inspection window in housing cover optional Ground terminal Second line of defence optional Supporting material Glass potting Contacts Helium leak rate Pressure resistance 9 Not suitable for hot steam applications 12 Supplement 316L and PEEK Alloy C22 2 4602 and PEEK FKM SHS FPM 70C3 GLT FFKM Kalrez 6375 EPDM A P 75 5 KW75F silicone FEP coated AP FEP
65. new lineari zation table F036 No operable software Failed or interrupted soft ware update Repeat software update Check electronics version Exchanging the electronics Send instrument for repair F040 Error in the electronics F041 Probe loss Hardware defect Cable probe broken or rod probe defective Exchanging the electronics Send instrument for repair Check probe and exchange if necessary VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 10 Diagnostics and service Code Text mes sage FO80 General soft ware error Cause General software error Rectification Disconnect operating volt age briefly F105 Measured value is deter mined The instrument is still in the start phase the measured value could not yet be determined Wait for the end of the switch on phase Duration depending on the version and parameter adjustment max 5 min F113 Communica tion error EMC interference Transmission error with the external communication with 4 wire power supply unit Remove EMC influences Exchange 4 wire power supply unit or electronics F125 Impermissi ble electronics temperature F260 Error in the calibration Temperature of the elec tronics in the non specified section Error in the calibration car ried out in the factory Error in the EEPROM Check ambie
66. note block ing distances Min adjustment Interface 0 Min adjustment Interface Distance Probe length take dead band into account Linearization Vessel height Integration time Level 0 0s Integration time Interface 0 0s Linearization type Linear Linearization Socket correction 0 mm Probe length Scaling size Level Volume in Scaling unit Level Litres Scaling format Level Without decimal positions Scaling level 100 96 correspond to 100 Scaling level 0 correspond to 0 Accept scaling of the level measurement Yes Scaling variable Interface Volume Scaling unit Interface Litres Scaling format Interface Without decimal positions VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 51 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module VEGA Menu item Default value Modified value Scaling interface 100 correspond to 100 Scaling interface 0 correspond to 0 Current output output variable First HART variable PV Lin percent Level Current output Output characteristics 0 100 correspond to 4 20 MA Current output Reaction in case of failure 3 6 mA Current output Min 3 8 mA Current output Max 20 5 mA Current output 2 Output variable Second HART variable SV Distance Level Current output 2 Output characteristics 0 100 correspond to 4 20
67. nsors of the VEGAFLEX 80 series with SIL qualifica tion Electronics modules with SIL qualification must only be replaced by identical electronics modules You can find further information in the operating instructions manual Electronics module VEGAFLEX series 80 The display and adjustment module can be optionally replaced by a display and adjustment module with heating function You can use this display and adjustment module in an ambient tem perature range of 40 70 C You can find further information in the operating instructions Display and adjustment module with heating Document ID 31708 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LcvrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA Screwing in A Protection against mois ture Protective caps Suitability for the process conditions 4 Mounting 4 Mounting 4 1 General instructions On instruments with process fitting thread the hexagon must be tight ened with a suitable screwdriver Wrench size see chapter Dimen sions Warning The housing must not be used to screw the instrument in Applying tightening force can damage internal parts of the housing Protect your instrument against moisture penetration through the fol lowing measures e Use the recommended cable see chapter Connecting to power supply e Tighten the cable gland e Turn the housing in such a way that the cable gland points down ward e Loop the connection cable downward in fro
68. nsures that all modified parameters were consciously changed Release adjustment The instrument is shipped in locked condition As a protection against unintentional or unauthorized adjustment the instrument is locked against all parameter changes in normal operat ing condition For each parameter change you have to enter the PIN of the instru ment In delivery status the PIN is 0000 mo 00 Released Verify amp Lock If adjustment is enabled the safety function must be considered as unreliable This applies until the parameterization is terminated VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LcvrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA Setup Measurement loop name Setup Units Setup Probe length Setup Application Type of medium Setup Application Ap plication 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module correctly If necessary other measures must be taken to maintain the safety function Here you can assign a suitable measurement loop name Push the OK key to start the processing With the key you change the sign and with the gt key you jump to the next position You can enter names with max 19 characters The character set comprises e Capital letters from A Z e Numbers from O 9 e Special characters blanks Measurenent loop name TAHE B4 In this menu item you select the distance unit and the temperature unit Distance unit Temperature unit
69. nt of the cable gland This applies particularly to e Outdoor mounting e Installations in areas where high humidity is expected e g through cleaning processes e Installations on cooled or heated vessels In the case of instrument housings with self sealing NPT threads it is not possible to have the cable entries screwed in at the factory The openings for the cable glands are therefore covered with red protec tive caps as transport protection Prior to setup you have to replace these protective caps with ap proved cable glands or close the openings with suitable blind plugs The suitable cable glands and blind plugs come with the instrument Make sure that all parts of the instrument exposed to the process are suitable for the existing process conditions These are mainly e Active measuring component e Process fitting e Process seal Process conditions are particularly e Process pressure e Process temperature e Chemical properties of the medium e Abrasion and mechanical influences You can find the specifications of the process conditions in chapter Technical data as well as on the type label VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 13 4 Mounting Installation position Welding work Inflowing medium VEGA 4 2 Mounting instructions 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 advanta
70. nt temperature Isolate electronics Use instrument with higher temperature range Exchanging the electronics Send instrument for repair F261 Error in the instrument settings Error during setup Error when carrying out a reset False signal suppression faulty Carry out a reset Repeat setup F264 Installation Setup error Error during setup Check or correct installation and or parameter adjust ment Check probe length F265 Measurement function dis turbed Sensor no longer carries out a measurement Carry out a reset Disconnect operating volt age briefly F266 Impermissi ble operating voltage Operating voltage below specified range Check electrical connection if necessary increase operating voltage F267 No executable sensor soft ware Sensor cannot start Exchanging the electronics Send instrument for repair 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 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 63 10 Diagnostics and service Out of specification Maintenance 64 VEGA Code Text mes sage C700 Simulation ac tive Cause A simulation is active Rectification Finish simulation Wait for the automatic end after 60 mins C701 Parameter
71. o curve memory With the following functions you can zoom part sections of the echo curve e X Zoom Zoom function for the meas distance e Y Zoom 1 2 5 and 10x signal magnification in V e Unzoom Reset the presentation to the nominal measuring range with single magnification Echo curve Zoon LInzoon In this menu item you can simulate measured values via the current output This allows the signal path to be tested e g through down stream indicating instruments or the input card of the control system Diagnostics Feak values further Filling height lewel Echo Distance leuel Proof Test Heas reliability lewel Select the requested simulation size and adjust the requested value VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOVlL NA 9lL evr 44216 EN 140430 VELA 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module Simulation Simulation running Simulation running Activate Percent ee simulation 29 4 95 Caution N During simulation the simulated value is outputted as 4 20 mA cur rent value and digital HART signal Push the ESC key to deactivate the simulation e information L The simulation is terminated automatically 60 minutes after the last key has been pressed Diagnostics Echo curve With the menu item Setup the echo curve it is possible to save at memory the time of setup This is generally recommended for using the Asset Management functions it is neces
72. on the superimposed gas or vapour and is especially large at low temperatures The following table shows the resulting deviation for some typical gases and vapours The specified values refer to the distance Positive values mean that the measured distance is too large negative values that the measured distance is too small Gas phase Temperature Pressure 1 bar 14 5 psig 10 bar 145 psig 50 bar 725 psig Air 20 C 68 F 0 00 0 22 1 2 200 C 392 F 0 01 0 13 0 74 400 C 752 F 0 02 0 08 0 52 Hydrogen 20 C 68 F 0 01 0 10 0 61 200 C 392 F 0 02 0 05 0 37 400 C 752 F 0 02 0 03 0 25 76 Steam saturated 100 C 212 F 0 26 Eam 180 C 356 F 0 17 2 1 264 C 507 F 0 12 1 44 96 9 2 96 366 C 691 F 0 07 1 01 5 7 Characteristics and performance data Measuring cycle time lt 500 ms Step response time lt 3s Max filling emptying speed 1 m min Ambient conditions Ambient storage and transport tempera 40 80 C 40 176 F ture 9 Also for the additional current output optional 9 Time span after a sudden measuring distance change by max 0 5 m in liquid applications max 2 m with bulk solids applications until the output signal has taken for the first time 90 96 of the final value IEC 61298 2 76 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O TvOY L N3 9LcvrV 44216 EN 140430 VELA 1
73. over 2 Place the display and adjustment module in the requested posi tion onto the electronics and turn to the right until it snaps in 3 Screw housing cover with inspection window tightly back on Removal is carried out in reverse order The display and adjustment module is powered by the sensor an ad ditional connection is not necessary Fig 21 Installing the display and adjustment module in the electronics compart ment of the single chamber housing VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 31 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module VEGA Key functions 32 pe Fig 22 Insertion of the display and adjustment module into the double chamber housing 1 Inthe electronics compartment 2 Inthe connection compartment with Ex d ia version not possible Note If you intend to retrofit the instrument with a display and adjustment module for continuous measured value indication a higher cover with an inspection glass is required 7 2 Adjustment system Fig 23 Display and adjustment elements 1 LC display 2 Adjustment keys e OK key Move to the menu overview VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOT L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 Adjustment system Switch on phase Measured value indica tion Main menu 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module Confirm selected menu Edit parameter Save value e gt key Presentation change measured value
74. process temperature version with temperature adapter 1 Ambient temperature 2 Process temperature depending on the seal material 3 Maximum permissible temperature standard 4 Limited temperature range plastic housing and stainless steel housing electropolished 130 C 150 C 266 F 302 F Fig 43 Ambient temperature process temperature elastomer free version for ammonia applications 1 Ambient temperature 2 Process temperature depending on the seal material 3 Maximum permissible temperature standard 4 Limited temperature range plastic housing and stainless steel housing electropolished Viscosity dynamic 0 1 500 mPa s requirement with density 1 Vibration resistance Instrument housing 4 g at 5 200 Hz according to EN 60068 2 6 vibration with resonance Coax probe 1 g with 5 200 Hz according EN 60068 2 6 vibration at resonance with tube length 50 cm 19 69 in Shock resistance Instrument housing 100 g 6 ms according to EN 60068 2 27 mechanical shock Coax probe 25 g 6 ms according to EN 60068 2 27 mechanical shock with tube length 50 cm 19 69 in 78 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA 12 Supplement Electromechanical data version IP 66 IP 67 and IP 66 IP 68 0 2 bar Cable gland M20 x 1 5 or NPT Wire cross section spring loaded terminals Massive wire cord Stranded wire with end sleeve
75. rface measurement this is the minimum total level Adjustment level Hin adjustment level Max adjustment level A 0 00 z Min adjustment level 850 mm Yee mnm Adjust the requested percentage value with and store with OK Hin adjustment level E20 00 00 r4 10 00 110 00 Leif 01 1 Enter the suitable distance value in m for the empty vessel e g distance from the flange to the probe end corresponding to the per centage value The distance refers tot he sensor reference plane seal surface of the process fitting Hin adjustment level VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 37 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module VELA Setup Max adjustment Interface Setup Min adjustment Interface Setup Damping 38 This menu item is only available if you have selected interface meas urement under the menu item Application Adjustment interface Max aedjusthent interface Min adjustment interface You can accept the adjustment of the level measurement also for the interface measurement If you select Yes the current setting will be displayed Take over adjustment of lax adjustment interface the level measurement 100 00 x S0 mm Yl mm Tes If you have selected No you can enter the adjustment for the inter face separately Enter the requested percentage value Hax adjustment interface Max adjustment interface 1100 00 10 00 110 00 e ee eee e
76. rotection are output ted Eliminate false signals in the close range Check installation conditions If possible switch off the func tion Overfill protection VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 67 10 Diagnostics and service VELA Measurement error during emptying Fault description Error pattern Cause Rectification 7 Measured value re gl False echo larger than the level Eliminate false signals in the mains unchanged in S echo close range the close range during Level echo too small Remove contamination on the emptying m probe After having removed the source of the false signals the false signal suppression must be deleted Carry out a new false signal suppression 8 Measured value re Stored false signals in this Delete false signal memory mains reproducible position are larger than the Carry out a new false signal in one position during level echo suppression emptying Reaction after fault recti Depending on the reason for the fault and the measures taken the fication steps described in chapter Setup must be carried out again or must be checked for plausibility and completeness 24 hour service hotline Should these measures not be successful please call in urgent cases the VEGA service hotline under the phone no 49 1805 858550 The hotline is also available outside normal working hours seven days a week around
77. run protection Select the respective safety function overfill protection dry run pro tection for your application 1 Raise the level to directly below the switching point Keep a holding time of 1 minute for each level before you com pare the measured value 2 Lower the level to directly above the switching point Keep a holding time of 1 minute for each level before you com pare the measured value Result In both cases the output current must correspond to the respective level VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 29 6 Functional safety SIL Verify parameters Lock adjustment 30 VEGA Measure the current output and compare the value with the calcu lated current value You have to determine the permissible deviation of the values yourself This deviation depends on the the accuracy requirements of your measurement loop Determine the permissible tolerance for the deviation Mode Range monitoring If both levels are important for the safety function you have to pro ceed according to the mode Range monitoring 1 Move the level to at least three points within the range limits Keep a holding time of 1 minute for each level before you com pare the measured value 2 Move the level to a point directly above and directly below the range limits Keep a holding time of 1 minute for each level before you com pare the measured value Result In all cases the output current must correspond to the
78. s False signal suppression faulty 10 4 Rectify faults The operator of the system is responsible for taking suitable meas ures to rectify faults The first measures are e Evaluation of fault messages for example via the display and adjustment module e Checking the output signal e Treatment of measurement errors Further comprehensive diagnostics options are available with a PC with PACTware and the suitable DTM In many cases the reasons can be determined in this way and faults rectified VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 65 10 Diagnostics and service Check the 4 20 mA signal Treatment of measure ment errors 56 66 VEGA Connect a multimeter in the suitable measuring range according to the wiring plan The following table describes possible errors in the current signal and helps to remove them Error Cause Rectification 4 20 mA signal Fluctuations of Set damping according to the not stable the measured instrument via the display and variable adjustment module or PACTware DTM 4 20 mA signal Electrical con Check connection according to missing nection faulty chapter Connection steps and if necessary correct according to chapter Wiring plan Voltage supply Check cables for breaks repair if missing necessary Operating volt Check adapt if necessary age too low or load resistance too high Current sig Electron
79. s menu item enables the setting of the requested national lan guage Menu language Menu language Deutsch v Francais Espa ol Fucckuu wu In the delivery status the sensor is set to the ordered national lan guage In this menu item you define the indication of the measured value on the display You can display two different measured values In this menu item you define measured value 1 Indication salue 1 Displayed value 1 Percent level Percent level had Lin aS Distance ERAR sealed level The default setting for the displayed value 1 is Filling height Level In this menu item you define the indication of the measured value on the display You can display two different measured values In this menu item you define measured value 2 Displayed value 2 Displayed value 2 Scaled leuel Electronics temperature Elegtronios tenpera Current The default setting for the displayed value 2 is the electronics tem perature VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOVlL NA 9lL ovr 44216 EN 140430 VEGA Display Backlight Diagnostics Device status Diagnostics Peak values Distance Diagnostics Peak values Measurement certainty 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module The optionally integrated background lighting can be adjusted via the adjustment menu The function depends on the height of the supply voltage see Technical data Backlight Switched off Switc
80. safety function SIF or a combination of both can be a monitoring of the max or min level High frequency microwave pulses are guided along a steel cable or a rod Upon reaching the product surface the microwave pulses are reflected The running time is evaluated by the instrument and output ted as level VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O TYOY L N3 9LcvrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA 3 Product description Fig 2 Level measurement 1 Sensor reference plane seal surface of the process fitting d Distance to the interface HART value 1 h Height Level Probe end tracking To increase sensitivity the probe is equipped with probe end tracking In products with a low dielectric constant this function is very helpful This is the case for example in plastic granules packing chips or in vessels with fluidized products Between a dielectric constant of 1 5 and 3 the function switches on if required As soon as the level echo can no longer be detected probe end tracking is automatically activated The measurement is contin ued with the last calculated dielectric constant The accuracy thus depends on the stability of the dielectric constant If you measure a medium with a dielectric constant below 1 5 probe end tracking is always active In this case you have to enter the dielectric constant of the medium A stable dielectric constant is very important here Functional principle in High fr
81. sary If possible the curve should be saved with a low level in the vessel With this you can detect signal changes over the operating time With the adjustment software PACTware and the PC the high resolution echo curve can be displayed and used to compare the echo curve of the setup with the actual echo curve Echo curve memory Echo curve memory Save Echo curve memory echo curve of the setup The function Echo curve memory enables storing echo curves of the measurement Under the sub menu item Echo curve memory you can store the Current echo curve Parameter settings for recording the echo curve and the settings of the echo curve itself can be carried out in the adjustment software PAC Tware With the adjustment software PACTware and the PC the high reso lution echo curve can be displayed and used later on to assess the quality of the measurement Diagnostics Echo curve memory Echo curve memory Echo curae Simulation Store actual Echo curve memory Echo curve menory echo curve Proof Test Diagnosis Proof test With the function Proof test the function of the instrument can be checked on a recurring basis Diagnostics Proof Test Proof Test Simulation Echo curve memory Start Proof Test Proof Test Proof Test successful Device status SIL During the function test the safety function must be treated as unsafe Keep in mind that the function test influences downstream connected dev
82. senes 69 Dismounting VWAGA DISIMOUNMUNG SIC S EET UTERE 70 WU NA Sc M ETEr 7O Supplement 12 1 Tecnica CIO GE cesccce uet exc ccalecetecevecetscasexetcedenctanetiaescusecateus Sorte cendum i imam deme nd UU D Eas DE UM DU EET 71 122 ONTOS cR um 81 Safety instructions for Ex areas Please note the Ex specific safety information for installation and op eration in Ex areas These safety instructions are part of the operating instructions manual and come with the Ex approved instruments Editing status 2014 03 31 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 3 1 About this document P BD me VEGA 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 instruc tions for maintenance and fault rectification Please read this informa tion 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 specialist personnel The contents of this manual should be made available to these personnel and put into practice by them 1 3 Symbols 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
83. setup is stored via e PC with PACTware DTM e Control system with EDD e Display and adjustment module Further echo curves Up to 10 echo curves can be stored in a ring buffer in this memory section Further echo curves are stored via e PC with PACTware DTM e Control system with EDD e Display and adjustment module 10 3 Status messages The instrument features self monitoring and diagnostics according to NE 107 and VDI VDE 2650 In addition to the status messages in the following tables there are more detailed error messages available under the menu item Diagnostics via the display and adjustment module PACTware DTM and EDD The status messages are divided into the following categories e Failure Function check Out of specification Maintenance requirement and explained by pictographs Fig 28 Pictographs of the status messages 1 Failure red 2 Outof specification yellow 3 Function check orange 4 Maintenance blue VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 61 10 Diagnostics and service Failure 62 VEGA Failure Due to a malfunction in the instrument a failure message is outputted This status message is always active It cannot be deactivated by the user Function check The instrument is in operation the measured value is temporarily invalid for example during simulation This status message is inactive by default It can be activated by the user via PAC Tware DTM or EDD Out of
84. signals that a function test is required Function test las the function test successful If a function test is required the switching point or the range must be controlled with the original medium For this purpose you have to decide for your application which condition is potentially critical During a function test you have to test the safety function of the instrument in the vessel with the original medium For this purpose you should know the filling height of the vessel as well as the min and max levels respectively for 4 and 20 mA You then can calculate the respective output current Measure the output current of VEGAFLEX 81 with a suitable multi meter and compare the measured output current with the calculated output current If you have to interrupt the function you can leave the VEGAFLEX 81 in the respective situation As long as VEGAFLEX 81 is powered the display and adjustment module remains in the currently set adjustment menu To interrupt the function test you have to push the button ESC If you carry out the function test by means of the PACTware soft ware you can store the previously performed tests and continue from there later on If you click to Complete the adjustment of the instrument is locked but not yet verified After conclusion of the function test you have to restart the adjustment If a function test is necessary please proceed as follows Mode overfill protection dry
85. specification The measured value is unstable because the instrument specification is exceeded e g electronics temperature This status message is inactive by default It can be activated by the user via PACTware DTM or EDD Maintenance Due to external influences the instrument function is limited The measurement is affected but the measured value is still valid Plan in maintenance for the instrument because a failure is expected in the near future e g due to buildup This status message is inactive by default It can be activated by the user via PACTware DTM or EDD The following table shows the error codes in the status message Failure and gives information on the reason and rectification Keep in mind that some information is only valid with four wire instruments span too small Code Cause Rectification Text mes sage F013 Sensor does not detectan Check or correct installation no measured echo during operation and or parameter adjust value avail Process component or ment able probe contaminated or Clean or exchange process defective component or probe F017 Adjustment not within Change adjustment accord Adjustment specification ing to the limit values dif ference between min and max z 10 mm F025 Error in the linearization table Index markers are not con tinuously rising for example illogical value pairs Check values of the lineari zation table Delete create a
86. st 49 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA R Read out info 54 Release adjustment 44 Repair 69 Replacement parts Display and adjustment module with heating 12 Electronics module 12 Reset 50 S Scaling measured value 40 41 Sensor characteristics 54 Sensor status 47 Service hotline 68 SIL 26 Simulation 48 Special parameters 54 Status messages NAMUR NE 107 61 y Type label 7 Type of medium 35 U Units 35 V Verify parameter 30 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire INDEX 87 Printing date All statements concerning scope of delivery application practical use and operat ing conditions of the sensors and processing systems correspond to the information available at the time of printing Subject to change without prior notice C C 44216 EN 140430 VEGA Grieshaber KG Schiltach Germany 2014 VEGA Grieshaber KG Phone 49 7836 50 0 Am Hohenstein 113 Fax 49 7836 50 201 77761 Schiltach E mail info de vega com Germany www vega com
87. system This document is attached to each instrument with SIL rating and can be also retrieved via the serial number search on our homepage 6 3 Application area The instrument can be used for point level detection or level measure ment of liquids and bulk solids in safety instrumented systems SIS according to IEC 61508 IEC 61511 and IEC 61062 Take note of the specifications in the Safety Manual The following inputs outputs are permitted VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOVlL NA 9lL vy 44216 EN 140430 VEGA 6 Functional safety SIL e 4 20mA current output 6 4 Safety concept of the parameterization Tool for operation and The following tools are permitted for parameterization of the safety parameterization function e The integrated display and adjustment unit for on site adjustment e The DTM suitable for the signal conditioning instrument in con junction with an adjustment software according to the FDT DTM standard e g PACTware e Note L For operation of the VEGAFLEX 81 the DTM Collection version 1 67 2 or higher is required The modification of safety relevant parameters is only possible with active connection to the instrument online mode Safety parameterization To avoid possible errors during parameterization in a non safe user environment a verification procedure is used that makes it possible to detect parameterization errors reliably For this safety relevant pa rameters must be verifie
88. t 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 e Notin 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 display and adjustment module PLICSCOM is used for measured value indication adjustment and diagnosis It can be inserted into the sensor or the external display and adjustment unit and removed at any time You can find further information in the operating instructions Display 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 the adjustment software PACTware with VEGA DTM is required VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 11 3 Product description VEGADIS 81 DIS ADAPT VEGADIS 62 Protective cap Flanges Electronics module Display and adjustment module with heating 12 VEGA You can find further information in the operating instructions Interface adapter VEGACON
89. t variable Current output mode Current output nin max Current output mode Output characteristics Output characteristics The default setting is output characteristics 4 20 mA failure mode lt 3 6 mA In the menu item Current output Min Max you determine the reac tion of the current output during operation Current output Current output variable Current output mode Current output Mita Current output mih mas Min current The default setting is min current 3 8 mA and max current 20 5 mA If a supplementary electronics with an additional current output is implemented in the instrument then you can adjust the additional current output separately In menu item Current output 2 you specify which measured value the additional current output refers to The additional current output cannot be used as an output in the sense of a safety instrumented application SIL The procedure corresponds to the previous settings of the standard current output See Setup Current output Current output 2 variable Current output 2 adjustm Current output 2 moda Current output 2 mih maX Since the HART variables are very extensive the indication was divided into two menu items VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O TYOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 Setup HART variables 2 Setup False signal sup pression 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module In the menu HART variables 1
90. tegrated HART resistance internal resistance approx 250 C an additional external resistance is not necessary This applies e g to the VEGA instruments VEGATRENN 149A VEGAMET 381 VEGAMET 391 Common Ex separators are also usually equipped with a sufficient current limitation resistance In VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LcvrV 44216 EN 140430 Prerequisites Standard Full version VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 8 Setup with PACTware such cases the interface converter can be connected parallel to the 4 20 mA cable dashed line in the previous illustration 8 2 Parameter adjustment with PACTware For parameter adjustment of the sensor via a Windows PC the con figuration 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 Collec tion The DTMs can also be integrated into 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 Further setup steps are described in the operating instructions manu al DTM Collection PAC Tware attached to e
91. terization errors reliably For this safety relevant parameters must be verified before they are stored in the device In normal operating condition the instrument is also locked against parameter changes through unauthorized access For this reason the instrument is shipped in locked conditon The PIN in the delivery status is OOOO Adjustment Released Werify Lock Character string comparison and serial number You first have to carry out the character string comparison This is used to check the character respresentation Confirm if the two character strings are identical The verification texts are provided in German and with all other menu languages in English Afterwards you confirm that the serial number of your instrument was carried over correctly This is used to check device communication String comparison Serial number Instrument 1 23 44 967 789 0 90000006 Default 1 23 4 56 789 0 String identical Serial number correct In the next step the instrument checks the data of the measurement and decides by means of the evaluation results if a functions test is required If a function test is necessary the following message is displayed VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOVlL NA 9lL ovr 44216 EN 140430 SIL SIL 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module Function test las the function test successful In this case you have to carry out a function
92. the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store e Scan the Data Matrix code on the type label of the instrument or e Enter the serial number manually in the app This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument versions e Hardware from 1 0 0 e Software from 1 0 0 e DTM from version 1 67 2 The instrument and the electronics version can be determined via the product code on the type label as well as on the electronics e Standard electronics Type FX80H SIL The scope of delivery encompasses e Sensor e Documentation this operating instructions manual Safety Manual SIL Test certificate measuring accuracy optional Operating instructions manual Display and adjustment mod ule optional Supplementary instructions GSM GPHS radio module optional Supplementary instructions manual Heating for display and adjustment module optional Supplementary instructions manual Plug connector for con tinuously measuring sensors optional Ex specific Safety instructions with Ex versions if necessary further certificates 3 2 Principle of operation The VEGAFLEX 81 is a level sensor with coax probe for continuous level or interface measurement suitable for applications in liquids Due to the qualification up to SIL2 or homogeneous redundant up to SIL3 IEC 61508 the VEGAFLEX 81 is suitable for the use in safety instrumented systems SIS The
93. the clock Since we offer this service worldwide the support is provided in English The service itself is free of charge the only costs involved are the normal call charges 10 5 Exchanging the electronics module If the electronics module is defective it can be replaced by the user With SIL qualified instrument only a respective electronics module with SIL qualification must be used In Ex applications only instruments and electronics modules with ap propriate Ex approval may be used Order the replacement electronics module through the agency serving you The electronics modules are adapted to the respective sensor It is absolutely necessary that the factory settings of the sensor are loaded into the electronics module Therefore please state the serial number of the sensor when ordering the replacement electronics module The serial numbers are stated on the type label of the instrument inside the housing or on the delivery note The replacement electronics module is provided with the serial number of the appropriate sensor Check if the serial number on the replacement electronics module and the serial number of the sensor correspond SIL All user specific settings must be entered again Hence you have to carry out a new setup after the electronics exchange 68 VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire oEror L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 10 Diagnostics and service If you have stored the data of the
94. the indication or output of the volume is required Corresponding linearization curves are preprogrammed for these vessels They represent the correlation between the level percentage and vessel volume The linearization applies to the measured value indication and the current output By activating the appropriate curve the volume per centage 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 Linearization Linearization El Horiz cylinder Linear wi Sphere Falmer Eowlus Flume Venturi trapezoidal weir Warning If a linearization curve is selected the measuring signal is no longer necessarily linear to the filling height This must be considered by the user especially when adjusting the switching point on the limit signal transmitter In the following you have to enter the values for your vessel for example the vessel height and the socket correction For non linear vessel forms enter the vessel height und the socket correction For the vessel height you have to enter the total height of the vessel For the socket correction you have to enter the height of the socket above the upper edge of the vessel If the socket is lower than the up per edge of the vessel this value can also be negative VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 39 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module VELA Setup
95. tion on connection in the supplementary instructions PLICSMOBILE GSM GPRS radio module 5 9 Switch on phase After connecting the instrument to power supply or after a voltage recurrence the instrument carries out a self check for approx 30 s e Internal check of the electronics e Indication of the instrument type hardware and software version measurement loop name on the display or PC e Indication of the status message F 105 Determine measured value on the display or PC e The output signal jumps to the set fault current As soon as a plausible measured value is found the corresponding current is outputted to the signal cable The value corresponds to the actual level as well as the settings already carried out e g factory setting VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 25 6 Functional safety SIL VEGA 6 Functional safety SIL 6 1 Objective In case of dangerous failures processing facilities and machines can cause risks for persons environment and property The risk of such failures must be judged by the plant operator Dependent thereon are measures for risk reduction through error prevention error detection and fault control The part of plant safety depending on the correct functioning of safety related components for risk reduction is called functional safety Components used in such safety instrumented systems SIS must therefore execute their intended function safety function with a defined high pro
96. tup with PACTware 58 VEGA 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 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 download under www vega com downloads and Software The full version is avail able on CD from the agency serving you 8 3 Saving the parameter adjustment data We recommend documenting or saving the parameter adjustment data via PAC Tware That way the data are available for multiple use or service purposes VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOVlL NA 9lL ovr 44216 EN 140430 9 Set up with other systems 9 Setup with other systems 9 1 DD adjustment programs Device descriptions as Enhanced Device Description EDD are available for DD adjustment programs such as for example AMS and PDM The files can be downloaded at www vega com downloads under Software 9 2 Field Communicator 375 475 Device descriptions for the instrument are available as EDD for pa rameter adjustment with the Field Communicator 375 or 475 For the integration of the EDD in the Field Communicator 375 or 475 the software Easy Upgrade Utility is required which is available from the manufacturer This software is updated via the Internet and new EDDs are autom
97. uct echo sinks Afalse signal suppression was not carried out Carry out a false signal sup pression Amplitude or position of a false signal has changed e g buildup false signal suppres sion no longer matches Determine the reason for the changed false signals carry out false signal suppression e g with buildup Measurement error during filling Fault description Error pattern Cause Rectification 3 Measured value re mains in the area of the bottom during filling Echo from the probe end larger than the product echo for example with products with lt 2 5 oil based solvents etc Check parameter Medium and Vessel height adapt if necessary 4 Measured value re mains momentarily unchanged during fill ing and then jumps to the correct level s s Turbulence on the product surface quick filling Check parameters change if necessary e g in dosing ves sel reactor 5 Measured value jumps sporadically to 100 during filling Changing condensation or contamination on the probe Carry out a false signal sup pression 6 Measured value jumps to 100 or O m distance Level echo is no longer detected in the close range due to false signals in the close range The sensor goes into overfill protection mode The max level 0 m distance as well as the status message Overfill p
98. ues are for example Distance Filling height Percentage value Lin percent Scaled Current value Meas reliability Electronics temperature When the instrument is shipped the measured value memory is active and stores distance measurement certainty and electronics temperature every 3 minutes In Extended adjustment you can select the respective measured values The requested values and recording conditions are set via a PC with PACTware DTM or the control system with EDD Data are thus read out and also reset Up to 500 events are automatically stored with a time stamp in the sensor non deletable Each entry contains date time event type event description and value Event types are for example e Modification of a parameter VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 Echo curve memory Status messages 10 Diagnostics and service e Switch on and switch off times e Status messages according to NE 107 e Error messages according to NE 107 The data are read out via a PC with PACTware DTM or the control system with EDD The echo curves are stored with date and time and the corresponding echo data The memory is divided into two sections Echo curve of the setup This is used as reference echo curve for the measurement conditions during setup Changes in the measure ment conditions during operation or buildup on the sensor can thus be recognized The echo curve of the
99. values presettings of the respective instru ment Any created false signal suppression or user programmable lin earization curve as well as the measured value memory are deleted The following tables show the default values of the instrument De pending on the instrument version or application all menu items may not be available or some may be differently assigned The menu items in bold are safety relevant in terms of the functional safety according to IEC 61508 Edition 2 SIL VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire O vOY L N3 9LctrV 44216 EN 140430 VEGA 7 Set up with the display and adjustment module Setup Menu item Default value Modified value Lock adjustment Locked Measurement loop name Sensor Units Distance unit mm Temperature unit C Probe length Length of the probe Ex factory Type of medium Liquid Application Medium dielectric constant Level vessel Water based gt 10 Superimposed gas phase Yes Dielectric constant upper medium TS 1 5 Tube inner diameter 200 mm Max adjustment Level 100 Max adjustment Level Distance 0 000 m d note block ing distances Min adjustment Level 0 Min adjustment Level Distance Probe length take dead band into account Accept adjustment of the level measurement Yes Max adjustment Interface 100 Max adjustment Interface Distance 0 000 m d
100. wire cable without screen If electromagnetic interference is expected which is above the test values of EN 61326 1 for industrial areas screened cable should be used Use cable with round cross section for instruments with housing and cable gland To ensure the seal effect of the cable gland IP protection rating find out which cable outer diameter the cable gland is suitable for Use a cable gland fitting the cable diameter 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 Technical data If screened cable is required we recommend connecting 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 ground potential low impedance With Ex systems the grounding is carried out according to the instal lation regulations VEGAFLEX 81 4 20 mA HART two wire 17 5 Connecting to power supply pale Connection technology Lae Connection procedure 18 VEGA In electroplating and CCP systems cathodic corrosion protection it must be taken into account that significant potential differences exist This can lead to unacceptably high shield currents if the cable shield is grounded at both ends Information The metallic parts of the instrument pro

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