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Use of DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE.
These instructions contain DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE where necessary to alert you to
safety related or other important information.
Although DANGER and WARNING hazards are related to personal injury, and the CAUTION hazards
involve equipment or property damage, it should be understood that operation of damaged equipment could,
under certain operational conditions, result in degraded process system performance which may lead to
personal injury or death. Therefore, comply fully with all DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION notices.
Products certified for use in explosion proof (flameproof) or intrinsically safe installations MUST:
a) Be installed in accordance with EN/IEC 60079-14, EN/IEC 61241-14, EN/IEC 60079-17 standards and/or local and national codes
for hazardous area installations.
b) Only be used in situations which comply with the certification conditions stated in this manual and those stated in 400152322E ATEX
Instruction Manual.
c) Only be maintained by qualified personnel with adequate training on hazardous area instrumentation (see Instruction
Manual 400152322E).
Non-compliance with the rules and cautionary notes of this instruction may cause malfunction of the device or serious damage to
it. In addition, such negligence may expose area personnel to severe hazards. Not intended for use in life support systems.
Items sold by Dresser Masoneilan are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year
from the date of manufacture, provided said items are used according to Dresser Masoneilan’s recommended usages.
Dresser Masoneilan reserves the right to discontinue manufacture of any product or change product materials, design, or
specifications without notice.
General
This manual provides installation, operation and maintenance instructions for the Dresser Masoneilan 12400 Series Digital Level
Transmitter/Controller with HART® Communication protocol. It also includes a complete parts reference and a list of recommended spare
parts.
Spare Parts
When performing maintenance, use Dresser Masoneilan spare parts only. Parts can be obtained through your local Dresser Masoneilan
Representative or the Spare Parts Department. When ordering parts, always include the Model and Serial Number of the unit being
repaired.
Training
Regularly scheduled classes are conducted at Dresser Masoneilan plants for training customer service and instrumentation personnel in
the operation, maintenance, and application of control valves and instruments. Arrangements for these trainings can be made through your local
Dresser Masoneilan Representative or the Training Department of Dresser Masoneilan.
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1. Description - Operation
The 12400 type Digital Level Transmitter/controller is a high performance, easy-to-set instrument based on a modular design
that permits quick, low-cost upgrades as new features are developed and as your needs change.
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136
137
PARTS REFERENCES
40 Non contact Sensor 135 Torque arm
55 Magnet 136 Torque tube
130 Displacer 137 Torque tube housing
040 131 Displacer chamber 138 Torque rod
055
135
131 138
130
Transmitter option with two (2) adjustable switches and second 4-20mA analog output:
♦ The two 4-20mA analog output signals available on the AO_1 and AO_2 terminals are the level or interface measurement signal with
HART® communication.
♦ DO_1 and DO_2 terminals are two independent isolated digital switch outputs. They are user adjustable and polarity sensitive.
Transmitter & Controller option with two (2) adjustable switches and second 4-20mA analog output:
♦ The 4-20mA analog output signal available on AO_1 terminals is the controller output signal generated by a PID algorithm based on
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error between the local setpoint and the level process variable. HART communication is available on AO_1.
♦ Other A0_2, DO_1 and DO_2 signals are identical to the previous option.
IMPORTANT
Options described above are operable only if they have been ordered initially. You cannot add them
later on site (see numbering system Section 3.2).
The 12400 instrument enables retrofit of existing pneumatic or digital level instruments (see Section 8.2).
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2. Protection standards
Installation in a hazardous atmosphere must be performed in accordance with the requirements specified in the applicable
standard for protection against explosion.
WARNING:
IMPROPER REPLACEMENT OR SUBSTITUTION OF ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS OR OF CERTAIN PARTS
WHOSE CHARACTERISTICS DO NOT MEET REQUIREMENTS OF THE APPLICABLE STANDARDS FOR
EXPLOSION PROTECTION MAY VOID THIS PROTECTION.
The 12400 Series Level Transmitter / Controller complies with the essential requirements of ATEX 94/9/EC European
directive. This instrument is certified for use in explosion proof (flameproof) or intrinsically safe installations with dust or gas from
groups IIA, IIB and IIC:
Category II 1 GD – zones 0, 1, 2, 20, 21 and 22 for protection mode "ia"
Category II 3 G – zone 2 for protection mode "nL"
Category II 2 GD – zones 1, 2, 21 and 22 for protection mode "d".
The instrument also complies with the essential requirements of modified EMC 2004/108/EC European directive for use
industrial environment.
Products certified as explosion proof equipment or for use in intrinsically safe installations MUST BE:
a) Installed, put into service, used and maintained in compliance with European and/or national and local regulations and
in accordance with the recommendations contained in the relevant standards concerning potentially explosive
atmospheres.
b) Used only in situations that comply with the certification conditions shown in this document and after verification of
their compatibility with the zone of intended use and the permitted maximum ambient temperature.
c) Installed, put into service and maintained by qualified and competent professionals who have undergone
suitable training for instrumentation used in areas with potentially explosive atmosphere. Such training is not
supported by Dresser Masoneilan.
Under certain operating conditions, use of a damaged instrument could cause a degradation of the performance of the
system which may lead to personal injury or death.
Use only genuine replacement parts, provided by the manufacturer, to guarantee that the products comply with
the essential European Directives safety requirements mentioned above
All actions related to installation, site commissioning and maintenance must be performed in accordance with
instructions provided into the ATEX instruction manual 400152322.
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2.2. FM / FMc CERTIFICATIONS
! WARNING !
Failure to adhere to the requirements listed in this
manual may cause loss of life and property.
Installation and maintenance must be performed only by qualified personnel. Area Classification, Protection Type, Temperature Class,
Gas Group, and Ingress protection must conform to the data indicated on the label.
Wiring and conduit must conform to all local and national codes governing the installation. Wiring must be rated for at least 5ºC above
the highest expected ambient temperature.
Approved wire seals against ingress of water and dust are required and the NPT fittings must be sealed with tape or thread sealant in
order to meet the highest level of ingress protection.
Where the protection type depends on wiring glands, the glands must be certified for the type of protection required.
The metal housing is in a standard die-casting alloy which is predominately aluminum. The housing can be stainless steel also.
1. Verify that the electronic cover screws are tightened. This is important to maintain the ingress protection level and the integrity of the
flameproof enclosure.
2. If the Installation is Intrinsically Safe, then check that the proper barriers are installed and the field wiring meets local and national
codes for an IS installation. Never install a device which was previously installed without an intrinsically safe barrier in an intrinsically
safe system.
3. If the Installation is Non-Incendive, then check that all the wiring meets local and national codes.
4. Verify that the markings on the label are consistent with the application.
The 1/2 inch NPT fittings must enter the housing at least five full turns.
Conduit seals are required within 18 inches of the conduit for flameproof installation.
Wiring must be in accordance with ES-749 (see Section 2.2.6) and must conform to national and local standards for intrinsically safe
installation.
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2.2.4. DESCRIPTION OF EXPLOSION PROOF AND INTRINSIC SAFETY MARKING
The label may not appear exactly as shown, but must contain the information listed below. Additional information NOT pertaining to FM
approval is allowed on the label.
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2.2.5. REPAIR
WARNING: EXPLOSION HAZARD – SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR USE IN A HAZARDOUS
LOCATION.
For ambient temperature greater than 70°C, the user must choose a cable entry and a cable compatible with:
The cable entry and the cable must be compatible with the minimum temperature of -40°C as indicated on the marking plate.
The cable entry must have an ingress protection level at least equal to type 4X – 6P.
The joints (three pushbuttons, covers thread and O-ring) are greased with one of the following acceptable greases:
It is the user’s responsibility to check the gaskets once a year and in the event of damage to replace the defective parts with
manufacturer's replacement parts only.
For use in dusty hazardous areas, the user must maintain the enclosure to avoid the deposits of dusts, the maximum thickness must be
<5 mm. For safe operation, this can be done only if the local conditions around the device are free of potentially explosive atmosphere.
The user must check the temperature increase on the 12400 head coming from the mechanical part in contact with the 12400 housing
or through the process thermal radiation and ensure it is less or equal than the temperature classification allowed. This must be done in
conformance with EN/IEC 60079-14 and / or national and local regulations applicable for explosible atmospheres.
The user may clean the device, and mainly the plastic label, with a wet rag to avoid any electrostatic spark. For safe operation, this can
be done only if the local conditions around the device are free of potentially explosive atmosphere.
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2.2.6. ES-479 INTRINSICALLY SAFE INSTALLATION WIRING REQUIREMENTS
Each intrinsically safe cable must include a grounded shield or be run in a separate metal conduit.
NON-HAZARDOUS LOCATION - UNSPECIFIED EXCEPT THAT
BARRIERS MUST NOT BE SUPPLIED FROM NOR CONTAIN
UNDER NORMAL OR ABNORMAL CONDITIONSA SOURCE OF
POTENTIAL WITH RESPECT TO EARTH IN EXCESS OF 250
HAZARDOUS LOCATION VOLTS RMS OR 250 VOLTS DC.
SEE NOTES 1 & 2
250 Ω
1 to 5 Volts or 4-20mA
4 2 LEVEL FEEDBACK
Note 7 to Control System
PRIMARY OUT +
4-20mA - VOLTAGE SUPPLY
3 1 FROM CONTROL SYSTEM
30V MAXI
SECONDARY OUT +
250 Ω Note 4
4-20mA -
1 to 5 Volts or 4-20mA
4 2 LEVEL FEEDBACK
SW1 / SW2 + to Control System
OUT -
VOLTAGE SUPPLY
3 1 FROM CONTROL SYSTEM
OPTIONAL 30V MAXI
SOLENOID
4 2 LOAD DI to CONTROL SYSTEM
Note 5
Note 7 Note 5
With or
Without local Barrier type
Solenoid See Note 5
Barrier type
See Note 6
VALVE +
3 1
POSITIONER
4-20 mA SETPOINT
- 4 2
FROM CONTROL SYSTEM
Note 6
Note 7
Note 6
Note 7
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2.2.7. NOTES FOR INTRINSICALLY SAFE INSTALLATION
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Note 8: Barrier type
The barriers may be active or passive and from any certified manufacturer for FMRC and CSA as long as the barriers comply
with the listed entity parameters.
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3. Marking – Numbering System
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3.1. MARKING
The firm plate (124) is sticked on the top of the mechanical
compartment housing.
The following data are indicated: manufacturer contact details,
serial number, year of manufacturing and instrument electric
characteristics.
ATEX marking is described in 400152322 ATEX instruction
manual which is supplied with every 12400.
Figure 2 - Marking
12 4 a b — C d
Model Action Mounting Hazardous Protection Housing Material
1 – Controller with 0 – Top and bottom 1 – FM & FMc (ex CSA) 1 – Aluminum with
adjustable switches Screwed, BW or SW Intrinsically Safe, epoxy painting
and second 4-20mA Explosion proof, nL and
analogue output Nema 4X-6P
signal: 1 – Top and bottom,
Flanged 2 – Stainless steel
AO_1, AO_2,
LCD display and push buttons, SIL Certified
2 – JIS,
DO_1, DO_2
2 – Side and side, Flanged Explosion proof
4 – HART communication protocol,
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4. Installation
Figure 4
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4.2.2. INTERNAL MOUNTING
An internally mounted transmitter has no displacer chamber and the mechanism chamber bolts directly to the vessel
nozzle flange.
Figure 7
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5. Case description
The purpose of this section is to describe the various sub-assemblies of the instrument in order to facilitate their use and
maintenance. See figures 8 to 13.
5.3. MTBF
The MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure) of 12400 Series instrument is 55.7 years, according to MIL-STD-HDBK-217F
Specification.
DANGER:
FOR ANY ACTION ON 12400 SERIES INSTRUMENT, DO NOT REMOVE EITHER COVER PRIOR TO
READING 400152322 ATEX INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
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Figure 8 – Terminal board Figure 9 - Terminal board
Standard version with clamp Japanese version with screws
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93
94
Terminals for
local HART
communication
Terminal de
communication
104
Hart
106
(En option)
90
95
96 90A
97
98 Figure 11
50
271 54 57 58 56
124 105
108
104
107
Cross-section back view
62
92
63 93
94
60
50 113
59 90A
51 90
53
115
114
280
124
Figure 12
104
105
106
0% 100%
107
108
Front view
110 260
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50 75
201 200 112 111 40 57 270 58 55 271 54 56 62 116 119 120 122 121
280
253
250
252
251
255
257
73
281 256
59,5 ±0,5 72 70
261
71
260
60
262
63 50
263
59
258
259
264 290 291 109 110 52 51 113 53 192 191 114 118 117 2
50 190 115 75
Electronic
Compartiment Mechanism
Compartiment Torque tube
Tube
compartment
électronique compartment
mécanisme de torsion
Figure 13 – Cross Section of 12400 Series Digital Level Transmitter/Controller
PARTS REFERENCE
Ref Qty Parts Name Ref N° Qty Parts Name Ref Qty Parts Name
N° N°
2 1 Case ■ 96 1 Clamp ■ 122 4 Lockwasher
40 1 Sensor S/A ■ 97 1 C M4-10 screw 124 1 Serial plate
50 1 Mechanism S/A ■ 98 1 Lockwasher ■ 190 1 Plug S/A
51 1 Pivot ■ 99 1 Flat washer 191 1 Plug
52 1 Pin ■ 100 1 Clamp 192 1 Sponge cord
53 1 Special pin ■ 101 1 C M5-12 screw 200 1 Main electronic module
54 1 Beam ■ 102 1 Lockwasher ■ 201 4 CHC M4-25 screw
55 1 Magnet ■ 103 1 Cap ■ 281 1 Main cover S/A
56 2 “U” lamella ■ 104 1 Junction box cover 280 1 Main cover
57 4 Flange, lamella ■ ● 105 1 O-ring (1) 250 1 Glass O-ring
58 8 CHC M4-8 screw ■ 106 1 CHC M4-16 screw 251 1 Glass
59 1 Flexible lamella ■ 107 1 Visit plug 252 1 Clamp, spring
60 2 CHC M3-8 screw ■ ● 108 1 O-ring (1) 253 4 CHC M4x0.7x10 screw
62 1 CHC M3-8 screw ■ ● 109 1 O-ring (1) ■ 255 1 Cover, push-buttons
63 1 Flange, lamella ■ 110 1 CHC M4-16 screw ■ 256 1 Gasket cover, push-buttons
270 1 Bell ■ 111 1 O-ring, sensor housing ■ 257 1 Screw captive panel
271 1 HC M3-6 screw, bell ■ 112 2 CHC M3-8 screw ■ 258 1 Pivot pin, push-buttons cover
70 1 Coupling lamella S/A ■ 113 2 CHC M4-20 screw ■ 259 2 Circlip
71 1 Coupling lamella ■ 114 2 Adjusting screw 260 3 Push Button
72 1 Pin ■ 115 2 1/8” NPT plug 261 3 Spring compression
73 1 Washer, coupling lamella ■ 75 1 Coupling S/A 262 3 Washer, retaining spring
90 1 Standard terminal board S/A 116 1 Coupling 263 3 O-ring, push-buttons
90A 1 Japan terminal board 117 1 Flange, coupling lamella 264 3 Circlip
■ 92 1 CHC M3-8 screw 118 2 CHC M3-8 screw ■ 290 1 Cable protector
■ 93 1 Flat washer ■ 119 2 HC M3-6 screw ■ 291 1 Screw
■ 94 1 Lockwasher ■ ● 120 1 O-ring
■ 95 1 Flat washer ■ 121 4 CHC M6 screw
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6. Operating the instrument
The LCD displays simultaneously two lines of 9 ASCII characters and one line of 7 digital characters.
The display is also used to configure, calibrate and diagnose the 12400 instrument.
For ease of operations, values, codes or short names appear on the display. The various parameters are listed in the
menus (see Appendixes A, B, C, D, E, F and G).
6.1.2. PUSH-BUTTONS
Three push-buttons (260) are located behind the cover (255) on the front of the instrument.
♦ The left button is marked with a star , the middle button with the sign –, and the right one with the sign +.
♦ means enter the function, accept or save to memory. It may be understood as "YES".
♦ + or – means vertical movement in the program structure. It may be understood by "NO" or "NEXT" or "PREVIOUS".
NOTE:
♦ Do not over push on the buttons. Press a button at least one second to perform the action.
♦ Accidental pushing of any of the buttons will not cause any malfunction.
After using the buttons, check instrument is in back to NORMAL mode, which displays in sequence the current signal and
the level of liquid. Close the cover (255).
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6.1.4. PUSH-BUTTONS MENUS DESCRIPTION AND HOW TO USE THEM
Seven Appendixes (A, B, C, D, E, F and G) detail the communication paths inside each menu and give descriptions and
explanations of each function.
♦ NORMAL Menu (see Appendix A).
♦ SETUP Menu (see Appendix A).
♦ BASIC SETUP Menu (see Appendix B).
♦ ADVANCED SETUP Menu (see Appendix C).
♦ ENGINEERING UNIT Menu (see Appendix D).
♦ FILTERING Menu (see Appendix D).
♦ 4-20mA GENERATION Menu (see Appendix E).
♦ AUTOMATIC TUNING Menu (see Appendix E).
♦ VIEW DATA Menu (see Appendix F).
♦ FAILSAFE Menu (see Appendix G).
♦ VIEW ERROR Menu (see Appendix G).
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6.1.4.5. 4-20mA GENERATOR Menu (Appendix E)
This menu enables to generate a loop current to a defined value independently of true level measurement. This function is of
help to set another instrument (such a positioner) in series in the loop, by generating the required output current.
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7. Commissioning
Coupling between torque tube and mechanism is achieved by simulating a half level of a 1.4 specific gravity liquid with
weights. Attach to the torque arm a weight equivalent to that of a displacer half immersed in a 1.4 specific gravity liquid
according to the following calculation:
Simulated weight =
h (d)
100.00
(Actual volume displacer X 1.4)
Actual displacer weight – 2
i.e. 1362 – 907 x 1,4 / 2 = 727.1 g for a standard displacer 90.00 70
h (d) =
d
b2. On site with the process liquid(s):
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c. Enter in BASIC SETUP menu to display [COUPLNG:%].
d. By looking through the side orifice, verify that the screw (62)
coupling end of the beam (54) is loose. Through the 3/4 ” NPT hole
at the bottom of the case, press the flexure (59) with your finger to
verify it is possible to move the beam (54) from left to right. The
54
value displayed should vary accordingly. Pin (72) must rotate
freely inside the coupling end of the beam. 72
62
e. Look at the mechanism through the lateral orifice, and index the
oval hole of the flexure towards the special conical ended pin (53)
by bending the flexure (59) toward the case front (see Figure 15).
The value read on the LCD must be between –5% and +5%.
NOTE: At this step, check there is no oscillation of the weight used
to simulate the displacer.
f. While holding the flexure (59) in that position, slightly but firmly
tighten the screw (62) using a 2.5 mm Allen wrench.
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CAUTION:
53
An undue tightening can damage the instrument. Figure 15
Indexing for coupling adjustment
Always perform or check instrument configuration before any calibration procedure. Configuration defines 12400 operating
mode, validates various features or sub-menus activation and impacts internal diagnostics of the instrument.
Check the following key features before initiating any calibration procedure:
♦ Measurement function: LEVEL or INTERFACE.
For special applications, it might be of interest to set the instrument in interface mode even for a level measurement. In this
case low specific gravity is set at 0.
♦ Mounting position of the instrument head versus displacer: LEFT or RIGHT.
An incorrect configuration causes calibration errors that my impact instrument operating and advanced diagnostics
capabilities.
♦ Loop current action: DIRECT or REVERSE.
This function both applies on AO_1 and AO_2 (main and second 4-20mA output signals).
CAUTION:
In case of failsafe signal use ([FAIL LOW] or [FAIL HIGH]), check loop current variations are in line with
process and safety rules implemented into the Distributed Control System.
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7.3. TRANSMITTER CALIBRATION
CAUTION: In interface service, if the [LSG SERV] and/or [HSG SERV] are modified, an
automatic calculation is performed to set a new value in [Z SHIFT:%].
[ZERO]: corresponds to the low level reference; usually to the displacer not immersed in level application or to the
displacer fully immersed in lower specific gravity in interface application.
[SPAN]: corresponds to the high level reference; usually to the displacer fully immersed in level application or fully
immersed in higher specific gravity in interface application.
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♦ Calibration of transmitter for level application:
The electronic circuit is calibrated towards two reference levels (REF L and REF H). See below schematic.
REF L corresponds to the displacer completely out of liquid.
REF H corresponds to the displacer fully immersed in the liquid of Specific Gravity used for calibration [SG CALIB].
The loop current corresponding to REF L may be set through [MA LO:mA] via [VAR SET]; it is generally 4mA.
The current corresponding to REF H may be set through [MA HI:mA] via [VAR SET]; it is generally 20mA.
The value of [MA HI:mA] shall always be higher than the value of [MA LO:mA].
The level indication corresponding to REF L is set through function [LRV] via [VAR SET]; it is expressed in the unit set
through [UNIT] function; if UNIT is "%", [LRV] must be 0.00%.
The level indication corresponding to REF H is set through function [URV] via [VAR SET]; it is expressed in the unit set
through [UNIT] function; if UNIT is "%", [URV] must be 100.00%.
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♦ Calibration of transmitter for interface application:
The level transmitter is used to measure the interface level of two immiscible liquids of different specific gravities. The
displacer must always be fully immersed.
The electronic circuit is calibrated towards two reference levels (REF L and REF H). See below schematic.
REF L corresponds to the displacer completely immersed in the liquid of Lower Specific Gravity used for calibration
[LSG CALIB].
REF H corresponds to the displacer fully immersed in the liquid of Higher Specific Gravity used for calibration [HSG
CALIB].
The loop current corresponding to REF L may be set through [MA LO:mA] via [VAR SET]; it is generally 4mA.
The current corresponding to REF H may be set through [MA HI:mA] via [VAR SET]; it is generally 20mA.
The value of [MA HI:mA] shall always be higher than the value of [MA LO:mA].
The level indication corresponding to REF L is set through function [LRV] via [VAR SET]; it is expressed in the unit set
through [UNIT] function; if UNIT is "%", [LRV] must be 0.00%.
The level indication corresponding to REF H is set through function [URV] via [VAR SET]; it is expressed in the unit set
through [UNIT] function; if UNIT is "%", [URV] must be 100.00%.
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7.3.2. CALIBRATION AT WORKSHOP WITH WEIGHTS
CAUTION: During the dry calibration without mechanism chamber, DO NOT A ATTACH SPECIAL
INTERFACE DISPLACER (OR ITS EQUIVALENT EFFECTIVE WEIGHT) on the torque arm. Indeed,
these displacers being heavier than those for liquid level service and no mechanical stop being
available without of mechanism chamber, the torque tube and/or the instrument mechanism
would be damaged.
Actual volume and weight of the displacer can be read using HART communication (if data have been previously saved
into the 12400 instrument memory). Otherwise actual volume of the displacer is marked on the firm plate and displacer
weight can be measured by weighting of it.
c3. Enter and validate the [ZERO]: the [LEVEL:%] value indicated on the display must equal to 0.0%. If not, restart the
procedure until very close to this value. See Appendix B.
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d. High Level [SPAN]
d1. Liquid application:
Attach to the torque arm a set of weights equivalent to the apparent weight of the displacer fully immersed in the
calibration fluid with Specific Gravity of Calibration [SG CALIB], i.e.:
Displacer Apparent Weight for REF H =
Displacer Actual Weight - (Displacer Actual Volume X [SG CALIB])
d3. Enter and validate the [SPAN]: the [LEVEL:%] value indicated on the display must equal 100.0%. If not, restart the
procedure until very close to this value. See Appendix B.
e. Press the * button when [SAVE] is displayed to validate the [ZERO] and [SPAN] settings.
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7.3.3. CALIBRATION ON SITE WITH PROCESS FLUIDS
h. Press the * button when [SAVE] is displayed to validate the [ZERO] and [SPAN] settings.
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7.3.4. CALIBRATION WITH MECHANICAL STOPS
CAUTION:
This procedure is only possible if mechanical stops (adjusting screws) have been previosuly adjusted upon
process fluids. See mechanical stops setting Section 7.5.
This calibration procedure is very useful on site and for interface application when there is no capability to make level
variations into the tank.
a. Open the access plug (107) on the right side of the case to look at the simulation mechanism. Remove plug (190) and
the two 1/8” NPT plugs (115). Use a 5mm Hex wrench.
b. Simulate level variations by moving the flexure (59) in the direction of the torque tube until the flexure touches the
adjusting screw post (114).
c. While maintaining contact, slide the flexure left or right along the surface of the screw post (figure 17) to simulate low
and high level values of the process fluid(s).
Figure 17
Calibration with adjusting screws
59
114
53
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g. High Level [SPAN]
g1. Liquid application:
Move the flexure (59) against the adjusting screw shoulder (114), which corresponds to the high level of calibration
fluid [SG CALIB] (on displacer side). Wait for a few seconds until the displacer stabilizes.
g2. Interface application:
Move the flexure (59) against the adjusting screw shoulder (114), which corresponds to the high level of highest
specific gravity fluid of calibration [HSG CALIB] (on displacer side). Wait for a few seconds until the displacer
stabilizes.
g3. Enter and validate the [SPAN]: the [LEVEL:%] value indicated on the display must equal 100.0%. If not, restart the
procedure until very close to this value. See Appendix B.
h. Press the * button when [SAVE] is displayed to validate the [ZERO] and [SPAN] settings.
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7.4. CALIBRATION OF SPECIFIC GRAVITY METER
This adjustment is made at the factory for complete instruments. The specific gravity function [SG METER] is very useful in
performing on site new calibrations, simulations with or without liquid and direct reading of specific gravity of liquids on the
application.
CAUTION:
The Specific Gravity Meter function is factory calibrated at a specific gravity of 1.0 for a complete instrument only
if the displacer volume is lower than 1270 cm3 and the weight is 1362 g.
For an instrument delivered alone with a torque tube, the Specific Gravity Meter function is factory calibrated at a
S.G. 1.0 for a displacer with 907 cm3 volume and 1362 g weight.
If actual displacer characteristics differ from these values, recalibration is required and is possible only if
displacer volume is lower than 1270 cm3 and if service specific gravity x displacer volume is lower than 1270.
Reading of the specific gravity of a liquid is possible only when displacer is fully immersed into the liquid and if
[SG METER] function has been previously calibrated.
a. Into the [ADV SETUP] menu, enter the [SGM CALIB] sub-menu. See Appendix C.
b. Enter the Specific Gravity of Calibration of the S.G. Meter [SG CALIB] =1.0
Actual volume and weight of the displacer can be read using HART communication (if data have been previously saved
into the 12400 instrument memory). Otherwise actual volume of the displacer is marked on the firm plate and displacer
weight can be measured by weighting of it.
d2. Enter and validate the [SPAN]: the [LEVEL:%] value indicated on the display must equal 100.0%. If not, restart the
procedure until very close to this value. See Appendix C.
e. Press the * button when [SAVE] is displayed to validate the [ZERO] and [SPAN] settings.
f. To check if the specific gravity meter calibration has been correctly done, go to VIEW DATA menu, then [SG METER] to
read values corresponding to low and high references.
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7.5. MECHANICAL STOPS SETTING
CAUTION:
This procedure is only possible if the [SG METER] function has been calibrated.
This procedure consists of setting the mechanical stops (adjusting screws) on the specific gravities of the process. Then,
these adjusting screws is very helpful to perform a dry calibration (without fluid).
The two adjusting screws (114) are located on the sides of the case and are closed by two 1/8” NPT plugs (115). They are
adjusted at factory if the specific gravity meter has been calibrated upon displacer type used.
a. Open the access plug (107) on the right side of the case to look at the simulation mechanism. Remove plug (190) and
the two 1/8” NPT plugs (115). Use a 5mm hex wrench.
b. Through this hole, to define REF L and REF H, use your finger to move the flexure (59) in the direction of the torque
tube until the flexure touches the adjusting screw post (114). While maintaining contact, slide the flexure left or right
along the surface of the screw post (Figure 18).
Figure18
Setting of adjusting screws
59
114
53
c. Perform the two adjusting screws (114) setting by reading the specific gravity value indicated by the specific gravity
meter through VIEW DATA menu and SPECIFIC GRAVITY METER sub-menu.
CAUTION:
Specific gravity value refresh requires exiting and entering again the SPECIFIC GRAVITY
METER sub-menu.
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f. HIGH LEVEL REFERENCE [SPAN]
f1. Liquid application:
Press the flexure (59) against the adjusting screw shoulder (114) which corresponds to the high level (on displacer
side). While maintaining contact and using a 3mm hex wrench, turn the adjusting screw until LCD displays the
value of process specific gravity [SG CALIB].
f2. Interface application:
Press the flexure (59) against the adjusting screw shoulder (114) which corresponds to the highest specific gravity
[HSG CALIB]. While maintaining contact and using a 3mm hex wrench, turn the adjusting screw until LCD displays
this specific gravity.
g. Slowly move the flexure (59) from one shoulder (114) to the other (slowly to avoid displacer oscillations) and verify the
value displayed. Correct adjustments if necessary.
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8. Maintenance
DANGER
1. Do not remove covers (281, 104 and 107) from 12400 case without prior reading of ATEX
instruction manual 400152322. See figures 12 and 13.
2. The following actions may require opening the mechanism compartment. Before any new
commissioning, check all covers and plug are correctly mounted with gaskets/O-rings in good
condition.
3. Use only Dresser Masoneilan original parts. Pay attention in particular to the plug (90) which
includes a compressible gasket (192).
4. Read carefully instructions from the ATEX instruction Manual 400152322.
8.1. REMOVAL OF 12400 CASE FROM TORQUE TUBE (FIGURES 1, 12, 13, 15 & 20)
a. Switch off power supply. Unscrew safety screw (106) until it disengages from the case and remove the cover (104) of
the connection compartment. Disconnect supply wires from terminals (90).
b. Remove cover (107) of the mechanism compartment. Using a 2.5 mm hex wrench, loosen screw (62) to uncouple the
beam (54) from the torque rod.
c. While holding the case to prevent it from falling, loosen the four screws (121), using a 5 mm hex wrench, and remove
them along with the washers (122). Remove the case by pulling it along the axis of the torque tube while being careful
to prevent from any deformation of the coupling flexure (70).
d. If the original case or an identical one is reinstalled on the same torque tube, do not remove the coupling flange (116)
from the torque rod. Also, do not disconnect the coupling flexure subassembly (70). As an alternative, loosen screws
(119) using a 1.5 mm hex wrench and remove the coupling flange-flexure sub-assembly (116-70).
e. If the torque tube is not dedicated to 12400 instrument, remove the DLT case adapter kit, if necessary. This kit includes
a flange, a gasket, and screws, (see Figure 20).
8.2. INSTALLATION OF 12400 CASE ON A TORQUE TUBE (FIGURES 1, 12, 13, 15, 19 & 20)
f. Position the case correctly oriented toward the front and in line with 117
the axis of the torque tube. 118
g. Slide the case into the torque tube flange while observing through Figure 19
the side opening that the pin (72) is inserted into the beam coupling Adjustment of Coupling Flexure t (71)
end. Use a flat tool to easy backup the coupling flexure (71). On Coupling Flange (116)
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h. When the case is in contact with the torque tube flange, verify that the beam is free to rotate by placing your finger on
the flexure (59) through the lower 3/4”NPT hole.
i. Fasten the case with four screws (121) and washers (122). Firmly tighten.
j. Verify again that the beam is free to rotate and that the coupling flexure (71) is not deformed. The coupling on the
beam (54) is tightened later.
NOTE: At this point, if instrument service conditions are well defined, refer to Section 7 for instrument setting and coupling
to the torque tube.
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8.3. REMOVAL OF 12400 CASE AND TORQUE TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY (SEE FIGURES 21 & 22)
CAUTION: To remove the displacer, torque arm must be removed. When the two arm srews (133) are
loosened, hold the torque arm so as not to damage the torque tube (Figure 19).
Figure 21
Figure 22
PART REFERENCE
130 Displacer 143 Gasket
131 Displacer chamber 144 Blind flange
132 Knife of torque tube 145 Stud
133 Torque arm screw 146 Upper flange
134 Torque arm screw block 147 Upper flange stud
135 Torque arm 148 Upper flange stud nut
137 Torque tube housing S/A 149 Upper flange gasket
142 Stud nut
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8.4. MOUNTING OF DLT CASE AND TORQUE TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 23)
CAUTION:
The following procedure is valid only if coupling between beam and torque rod has already
been adjusted for the required mounting direction (see Section 7.1).
The case mounting direction for which the coupling has been made may be identified as follows:
When the case is mounted and coupled to the torque tube (without torque arm or displacer), the tip of the conical pin (53)
is aligned with one side of the oval hole in the flexure (59).
♦ Left mounting: see figure 23a
♦ Right mounting: see figure 23b
For installation, reverse the procedure outlined for removing a DLT case and torque tube sub-assembly (section 8.3). It is
recommended that new gaskets (143 -149) be used when installation is performed (see figure 22).
NOTE: If the coupling does not match the mounting direction, verify that the screw (62) is loose and pin (72) is free to
rotate in the coupling end of the beam (54) before hooking the displacer on the torque arm (135). Continue by performing
operations g to i in Section 8.5, unless the instrument is already prepared and calibrated for the specific application
required by the customer. In such a case, however, it is recommended to check the adjustments of the specific gravity
meter function, adjusting screws, and the calibration, before putting the instrument in service.
135
22
23b
b
136
138
54
72
62
116 22 a
23a
71
59
53 Figure 23
Identifying the coupling between the beam (54) and torque rod (138) as a
51
function of case mounting direction relative to displacer position
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8.5. REVERSE INSTRUMENT CASE MOUNTING POSITION VERSUS TO DISPLACER POSITION
(LEFT OR RIGHT MOUNTING) (FIGURES 7, 12 13, 20, 21 and 23)
a. Follow instructions in Section 8.3 — Removing a DLT case and torque tube sub-assembly.
b. Install the case/torque tube subassembly on the opposite side of mechanism chamber in place of flange (144) and
open the cover (107) of the mechanism compartment. It is recommended that you install a new gasket (143) when
reassembling
c. Using a 2.5 mm hex wrench, loosen the screw (62) of beam (54) to uncouple it from the torque rod.
d. Replace the displacer in the chamber (131) or in the tank and hold it temporarily with a 3 mm steel hook.
e. Insert the torque arm (135) into the mechanism chamber and assemble it to plate (134) with two screws (133).
f. Lower the free end of the torque arm (135) and hook the displacer (130). Reassemble the top flange (146) and blind
flange (144) using new gaskets (149 & 143).
g. Open the cover (255) located in front of the instrument to gain access to the push-buttons (260).
h. Enter the BASIC SETUP menu then [CONFIG] and select the required configuration data corresponding to the new
instrument position.
i. Perform the coupling adjustment according to Section 7.1. If necessary, calibrate the specific gravity meter function
and set adjusting screws per Sections 7.4 and 7.5. Proceed with calibration following Section 7.3.
NOTE: The specific gravity meter function and the adjusting screws are features offered by the transmitter. They enable a
user to perform simulations that ease calibration in situations such as a no liquid in low level when special interface
displacers are used and for calibration with or without liquid in case of a level interface application using a standard
displacer. If such conditions are not present, these adjustments are optional.
CAUTION:
Replacement of the main electronic module, terminal board, sensor S/A or mechanism S/A must
be performed using high accuracy tools and requires the instrument head to be returned to a
Dresser Masoneilan's Operations.
If the actions done according to Section 8 failed to correct a default, please contact our local After-Sales Department.
If provided After-Sales support does not enable the device to successfully operate, replacement of a component may be
required. In such case and after approval by our After-Sales Department, remove the 12400 case from torque tube
following instructions given in Section 8.1 and ship it to indicated address.
CAUTION:
Parts which constitute the mechanism subassembly (50), including elements (51 to 62) are
assembled at the factory using high precision tools that guarantee highly accurate positioning,
which is required to achieve specified performance. Never disassemble these parts unless a
malfunction occurs. The whole sub-assembly must then be replaced or returned to the factory for
rebuild.
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9. Troubleshooting
9.1. NO SIGNAL
♦ In case of external mounting (see Section 4.2.1), check that displacer lock up into the displacer chamber, made for
transportation purpose, has been removed.
♦ Check the instrument is not in FAILSAFE mode.
♦ Check the device is in NORMAL operating mode (alternating display of signal and level variable).
♦ Check correct coupling between transmission rod and mechanism sub-assembly by moving flexure (59), which
allows simulating a level change.
♦ Check that the correct supply voltage is applied to terminal blocks of main analog output connections (AO_1).
WARNING:
FULL COMPLIANCE WITH STANDARDS REQUIREMENTS RELATED TO INTRUMENTS
INSTALLED IN HAZARDOUS AREAS MUST BE ENSURED.
♦ Check the load resistance is compliant with Section 5.3.5 and power supply applied to main analog output signal is
greater than 10Vdc.
♦ Insert a reference milliamp meter in series with the 4-20mA signal loop.
♦ To recalibrate the internal milliamp meter, enter the [VAR SET] sub-menu via the ADVANCED SETUP menu (see
Appendix C).
o Enter into [MA LOW:mA]. Decrease or increase value (ranges from 2900 to 3500 by increment 1) until the
reference milliamp meter indicates 4.000mA (see Appendix C).
o Enter into [MA HI:mA]. Decrease or increase value (ranges from 2900 to 3500 by increment 1) until the reference
milliamp meter indicates 20.000mA (see Appendix C).
o Enter into [SIG GENE] via the ADVANCED SETUP menu to generate various output signals and check the
current signal versus the reference milliamp meter (see Appendix E).
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9.5. NO HART® COMMUNICATION
DANGER:
FULL COMPLIANCE WITH STANDARDS REQUIREMENTS FOR INSTRUMENTS INSTALLED IN
HAZARDOUS AREAS MUST BE ENSURED PRIOR ANY MAINTENACE ACTION.
a. Check the load resistance complies with Section 5.3.5 and is above 220 Ohms. Check the 12400 terminal board
voltage is equal or greater than 10V.
b. If this is not the case, add a resistance greater than 220 ohms in series on the loop.
c. Check the electrical noise of the 4-20mA loop complies with HART® communication usage (see note).
d. Check the position of the hardware lock jumper located in the front view of the instrument head, behind the main
cover. The lock jumper function is to allow or disable any change of setting parameters. When set to the secure
position, shorting the two-pin header, Setup and Clear Error are not permitted by the local interface or by the remote
HART communication. It is not allowed to write any new data into the instrument memory. Push-buttons, ValVue and
HHC 375/475 are locked out, except to read data (normal, view data and view errors menus). In such case, LOCK
message is indicated on LCD display when user presses a button.
Figure24
Front view of instrument head,
with main cover removed
9.6. OUPUT SIGNAL DOES NOT MATCH WITH THE LIQUID LEVEL (LINEARITY ISSUE)
a. Check the calibration parameters, in particular [MA LOW:mA], [MA HI:mA], [Z SHIFT:%] and [R SPAN:%].
b. Check the potential faults displayed into the VIEW ERROR menu and clear the errors with [CLR ERR] function (see
Appendixes A and G).
c. Check that the torque arm is horizontal without displacer.
d. Check the displacer does not touch chamber bottom or inner sides.
e. If mid-level can be generated or simulated, check coupling or do a new coupling according to Section 7.1. Caution, a new
coupling requires a new zero and span calibration of the transmitter and the specific gravity meter.
f. Recalibrate the transmitter according to Section 7.3.
g. If the problem remains, contact our After-Sales Department.
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APPENDIXES
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APPENDIX A NORMAL Menu / SETUP Menu
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APPENDIX A
→ NORMAL In Normal Mode, the screen displays in sequence the value of the level and of the
output current. Validate by pressing the * to stay in Normal mode.
VIEW DATA Validate by pressing the * to enter the View Data Menu.
VIEW ERRORS Validate by pressing the * to read eventual error indication(s) since last clear of
errors.
CLEAR ERRORS Validate by pressing the * to clear error message(s) saved in memory.
BASIC SETUP Validate by pressing the * to enter the Basic Setup Menu.
ADVANCED SETUP Validate by pressing the * to enter the Advanced Setup Menu.
NORMAL Validate by pressing the * to return to Normal Menu. In Normal Mode, the screen
displays in sequence the value of the level and of the output current.
VIEW DATA Validate by pressing the * to enter the View Data Menu.
VIEW ERRORS Validate by pressing the * to read eventual error indication(s) since last clear of
errors.
CLEAR ERRORS Validate by pressing the * to clear error message(s) saved in memory.
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APPENDIX B BASIC SETUP Menu
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APPENDIX B
BASIC SETUP Validate by pressing the * to enter the Basic Setup Menu.
LEVEL The instrument measures the level of a liquid in which the displacer is partially immersed.
INTERFACE The transmitter is used to measure the interface level between 2 non-miscible liquids of
different specific gravities. The displacer always must be immersed.
LEFT Select the item in accordance with the relative mounting position of the instrument housing
versus the displacer. The standard mounting position is LEFT.
RIGHT Optionally, the mounting position may be RIGHT.
DIRECT An increase in level induces an increase of the loop current. Standard action is DIRECT.
REVERSE Optionally, a REVERSE action can be selected. The loop current decreases when the
level increases.
SAVE Validate by pressing the * to start the saving procedure of parameters previously entered
in the instrument memory.
CANCEL Validate by pressing the * to cancel the parameters saving procedure.
COUPLING : % Only necessary on instrument head delivered alone without torque tube. Function used to
mechanically couple the sensor to the torque tube rod. Requires to simulate a displacer
half immersed in a liquid of S.G. 1.4. The value read must be between
-5% and + 5%. See Section 7.1.
ENGLISH
FRENCH
SPANISH
Indicates the language in which the data are displayed on the screen.
PORTUGUESE
JAPANESE
ITALIAN
GERMAN
CALIBRATION of Validate by pressing the * to get to sub-menu for Specific Gravity of Calibration setting,
ZERO and SPAN and Zero and Span calibration.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY of Validate by pressing the * to set the specific gravity of the liquid used during the calibration
CALIBRATION procedure. Settable value ranges from 0.001 to 10.
LOW SPECIFIC Used in case of an Interface instrument. Validate by pressing the * to set the Specific
GRAVITY of Gravity of the lighter liquid used for calibration. Settable values range from 0.001 to the
CALIBRATION value of HSG CAL.
HIGH SPECIFIC Used in case of an Interface instrument. Validate by pressing the * to set the Specific
GRAVITY of Gravity of the heavier liquid used for calibration. Settable values range from the value of
CALIBRATION LSG CAL to 10.0.
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ZERO When displayed, empty the tank (or simulate) so that displacer is fully out of liquid.
Wait till the displacer is stable then press * to define the low reference (REF L).
SPAN When displayed, fill the tank (or simulate) so that displacer is fully immersed in liquid.
Wait till the displacer is stable then press * to define the high reference (REF H).
SAVE Validate by pressing the * to start the saving procedure of parameters previously
entered in the instrument memory.
CHANGE SPECIFIC Enter that function to set the Specific Gravity of Service in case it is different from the
GRAVITY Specific Gravity of Calibration.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY of Validate by pressing the * to set the Specific Gravity of the liquid of service if it is
SERVICE different from the Specific Gravity of Calibration. Settable value ranges from 0.001 to
10.
LOW SPECIFIC Used in case of an interface instrument. Validate by pressing the * to set the Specific
GRAVITY of SERVICE Gravity of the lighter liquid used in service if it is different from LSG CAL. Settable
values range from 0.001 to the value of HSG SER.
HIGH SPECIFIC Used in case of an interface instrument. Validate by pressing the * to set the Specific
GRAVITY of SERVICE Gravity of the heavier liquid in service if it is different from HSG CAL. Settable values
range from LSG SER to 10.0.
SAVE Validate by pressing the * to start the saving procedure of configuration parameters
previously entered in the instrument memory.
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APPENDIX C
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APPENDIX C ADVANCED SETUP Menu
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APPENDIX C
FAILSAFE POSITION Validate by pressing the * to define the failsafe position direction in case of activation of
DIRECTION Failsafe mode (severe faults).
FAILSAFE POSITION Define the failsafe position in case of severe faults. The instrument will generate a current
LOW safety signal below 3.6mA.
FAILSAFE POSITION Define the failsafe position in case of severe faults. The instrument will generate a current
HIGH safety signal above 21mA.
SAVE Validate by pressing the * to start the saving procedure of parameters previously entered in the
instrument memory.
CANCEL Validate by pressing the * to cancel the parameters saving procedure.
VARIABLE SETUP Validate by pressing the * to enter the sub-menu to set the additional variables.
MA LOW Validate by pressing the * to adjust the current equivalent to the Low Level position (REF L).
The value, generally 4mA, must be between 3.8mA and the high current signal value (MA
HIGH).
MA HIGH Validate by pressing the * to adjust the current equivalent to the High Level position (REF H).
The value, generally 20mA, must be between the low current signal value (MA LOW) and
20.5mA.
ENGINEERING UNIT:% Validate by pressing the * to enter the sub-menu to define the level variable and select the
desired engineering unit (usually %).
ZERO SHIFT:% Validate by pressing the * to set the zero of a reduced range. In case of an interface
instrument, when the Specific Gravities of Service [LSG SER] and [HSG SER] are different
from those of Calibration [LSG CAL] and [HSG CAL], zero shift is automatically set to the value
resulting from formula :
([LSG SER)- [LSG CAL])/ ([HSG SER]-[LSG SER])
Value ranges from -9999.9% to +9999.9%.
REDUCED SPAN: % Validate by pressing the * to set the span of a reduced range. Value ranges from 0.0% to 99%.
SIGNAL GENERATOR Validate by pressing the * to enter the sub-menu allowing to generate a loop current to a
defined value independently of true level measurement.
DAMPING Validate by pressing the * to enter the Damping menu. This is a first order filtering function
which operates on the output current signal.
DAMPING:s Validate by pressing the * to set the damping parameter which is a T63 time: time taken for a
63% response to a level step change. Damping time can be set between 0.1s and 32s.
DAMPING ON Activate first order Filtering function.
SMART FILTERING Validate by pressing the * to enter the Smart Filtering menu.
TUNE Validate by pressing the * to manually or automatically tune the smart filtering parameters.
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TUNE MANUAL Validate by pressing the * to manually tune the smart filtering parameters.
DEAD ZONE of Manual adjustment of this parameter between 0.01% and 10%.
INTEGRATION : %
AUTOMATIC TUNE Validate by pressing the * to automatically tune the smart filtering parameters.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY Validate by pressing the * to calibrate the Specific Gravity Meter. Enter the sub-
METER CALIBRATION menu and proceed as a normal level calibration.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY for Validate by pressing the * to set the specific gravity of the liquid used during the
CALIBRATION calibration procedure. Settable value ranges from 0.001 to 10.
ZERO When displayed, empty the tank (or simulate) so that displacer is fully out of liquid.
Wait till the displacer is stable then press * to define the zero, which is the
Reference Low (REF L).
SPAN When displayed, fill the tank (or simulate) so that displacer is fully immersed in
liquid. Wait till the displacer is stable then press * to define the span, which is the
Reference High (REF H).
SAVE Validate by pressing the * to start the saving procedure of parameters previously
entered in the instrument memory.
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APPENDIX D
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APPENDIX D
↓ ENG:% Validate by pressing the * to enter the sub-menu related to the level variable setting in
engineering units.
UNIT:% Validate by pressing the * to select the desired engineering unit (%, cm, m, inch…) used to
express the level variable. Generally, the engineering unit is in %.
##.### Validate by pressing the * to set the number of decimals after the dot.
DECIMALS
LOWER REFERENCE Validate by pressing the * to set the lower level value expressed in industrial unit
VALUE corresponding to the Low Reference (REF L). Always set at 0 if unit is %. Value ranges from 0
to value of UPPER REFERENCE VALUE.
UPPER REFERENCE Validate by pressing the * to set the higher level value expressed in industrial unit
VALUE corresponding to the High Reference (REF H). Always set at 100 if unit is %. Value ranges
from LOWER REFERENCE VALUE to 9999.9.
SAVE Validate by pressing the * to start the saving procedure of parameters previously entered in
the instrument memory.
SMART FILTERING Validate by pressing the * to check the Smart Filtering parameters.
WINDOW of Indicates the Window of Integration value adjusted in the Advanced Setup menu.
INTEGRATION : s
DEAD ZONE of Indicates the Dead Zone of Integration value adjusted in the Advanced Setup menu.
INTEGRATION : %
WINDOW of Indicates the Window of Validation value adjusted in the Advanced Setup menu.
VALIDATION
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SIGNAL GENERATOR Validate by pressing the * to enter the sub-menu allowing to generate a loop current
to a defined value independently of true level measurement.
SIGNAL:mA Validate by pressing the * to set the loop current to a value between 3.6 and 23mA.
SIGNAL GENERATOR Validate by pressing the * to enter the sub-menu allowing to generate a loop current
to a defined value independently of true level measurement.
AO_1 GENERATOR Validate by pressing the * to enter the sub-menu allowing to set the Analog Output
#1 loop current to a defined value.
SIGNAL:mA Validate by pressing the * to set the AO_1 loop current to a value between 3.6 and
23mA.
AO_2 GENERATOR Validate by pressing the * to enter the sub-menu allowing to set the Analog Output #2
loop current to a defined value.
TUNE AUTOMATIC Validate by pressing the * to automatically tune the smart filtering parameters.
TUNE OK Auto Tune procedure of Smart Filtering parameters has been successfully
completed.
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APPENDIX F VIEW DATA Menu
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APPENDIX F
* BASIC SETUP Validate by pressing the * to read current Basic Setup data.
* ADVANCED SETUP Validate by pressing the * to read current Advanced Setup data.
READ COUNTER Validate by pressing the * to enter the sub-menu of cumulated Diagnostic data.
NUMBER of FILLINGS Totalizes the amount of liquid entering the tank. Counter increments by 1 when
accumulated positive change in level corresponds to one height of displacer.
TIME LOW Time (number of hours) during which the instrument worked within +/-5 % of low level
calibrated value.
TIME HIGH Time (number of hours) during which the instrument worked within +/-5 % of high
level that is between 95 % and 105 % of calibrated value.
TIME WORKING Time (number of hours) during which the instrument has been on service.
RESET COUNTER Validate by pressing the * to reset the diagnostic data to zero in memory.
* SPECIFIC GRAVITY Validate by pressing the * to read the Specific Gravity value of the liquid when the
METER displacer is fully immersed. The Specific Gravity Meter must have been previously
calibrated. If the Specific Gravity Meter has not been calibrated, the screen ERROR
is displayed: this is the only way to know if the Specific Gravity Meter has been
previously calibrated. In both cases, push * to return to main Diagnostic menu.
ERROR Displayed when the Specific Gravity Meter has not been calibrated.
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APPENDIX G
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APPENDIX G
↑ NORMAL Validate by pressing the * to return to Normal Menu. In Normal mode, the screen
alternatively displays the level value and the loop current.
↓ RESET Validate by pressing the * to put the instrument in factory set configuration.
VIEW DATA Validate by pressing the * to enter the View Data Menu.
CLEAR ERROR Validate by pressing the * to clear error message(s) saved in memory.
RESET Validate by pressing the * to put the instrument in factory set configuration.
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