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 Read and understand this manual for safely usage.

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 WARNING attention, could result in death, serious injury or serious
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 CAUTION may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to device.

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shallbe followed

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shallbe followed.

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  WARNING
This product is not explosion-proof construction. Do not install
this product to the place where the flammable gas or vapor is
occurred.
If installed, the flammable gas or vapor may be ignited, and
serious disaster may be occurred. Use the product of
explosion-proof construction in this case.
Do not modify or disassemble the product. Otherwise, the
product and connected device may be malfunctioned, damaged,
fired, or miner injury and electric shock may be occurred.
(Follow the additional document and/or direction, submitted by
NOHKEN INC. and our distributor or agent.)
Turn off the power, before wiring and inspection. Otherwise,
electric leakage, fire caused by short circuit, and electric shock
may be occurred.
Ensure the wire is properly connected. The product and
connected device may be malfunctioned, damaged, fired, or
miner injury and electric shock may be occurred by improper
wiring.
Turn off the power immediately, if the smoke, strange smell and
sound are occurred.
Do not use it until the problem is solved.

 CAUTION
Avoid shock and rough handling to this product. The
product may be damaged by shock as dropping, falling,
throwing, knocking, lugging, and etc.

Follow the specification of operating temperature, operating

pressure, switch rating, and etc. Otherwise, the product and
connected device may be malfunctioned, damaged, fired, or
miner injury and electric shock may be occurred. Check the
manual or specification sheet.
Operation test shall be done before practical usage. If the
serious accident is expected to occur by malfunction of product,
the other operating principle of product shall be installed in
parallel.

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  CAUTION
Check and deeply consider the chemical compatibility for
material of product in advance. The part especially float, which
is very thin, may be malfunctioned by miner corrosion.

Check and deeply consider the chemical compatibility

for material of product in advance.

Hold the stem very close to mounting point, when carrying,

installing, and removing. If hold the terminal box, it may be taken
off from the flange or plug, and the product may be damaged by
dropping.
The product is 50cm or longer
The product shall be kept in horizontally. The product and other
goods be damaged, and miner injury may be occurred by falling.
Earth terminal shall be grounded to JIS Class D ground (earth
resistance less than 100Ω). If not grounded, electric shock may
occurred by any accident.
Provide arrester or surge absorber to avoid electrical impact
such as lightning and static electricity. If not provide, the product
and connected device May be malfunctioned, damaged, and
fired, or miner injury and electric shock may be occurred.
In case of connecting inductive or lamp load to the product.
Provide protective circuit to the load to avoid over voltage and
over current. If not provide, the contact may be damaged.

－ADD 3 －
INTRODUCTION
A) This manual specifies the specification of general product. If you order special product,
some details of specification may be different with the manual.
B) We are glad to suggest and advice for Model selection and chemical resistant of
material, but final decision has to be made by the customer.
C) This manual has prepared with close attention. Ask sales office at NOHKEN INC. for
any question or comment about the contents of this manual.
D) For replacement parts
The quality of product has frequently improved, so same spare part may not be
supplied. In this case, replacement part or product may be supplied. Ask sales office at
NOHKEN INC. for details.
E) The contents of this manual are subject to change any time without notice due to the
improvement of product.

WARRANTY & DISCLAIMER

A) NOHKEN INC. warrants this product against defect in design, material and
workmanship for a period of 1(one) year from the date of original factory shipment.
B) The warranty only covers the damage of products. The secondary and third kind
disasters are not covered by NOHKEN INC.
C) NOHKEN INC. shall not be liable for the following.
C-a) Do not follow the description and direction in this manual.
C-b) Damage due to improper installation, wiring, usage, maintenance, inspection,
storing, and etc.
C-c) Repair and modification are done by the person who is not employee of NOHKEN
INC. and our distributor or agent.
C-d) Improper parts are used and replaced.
C-e) The damage is occurred by the device or machine except our products.
C-f) Improper usage. (See "Proper of usage" in chapter 1 in this manual)
C-g) Force Majeure including, but not limited to, fire, earthquake, tsunami, lightning, riots,
revolution, war, radioactive pollution, acts of God, acts of government or
governmental authorities, compliance with law, regulation, and order.

THE TERMS OF WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER SHALL IN NO WAY LIMIT YOUR

REGAL LIGHT.

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Page No. Page No.

1. PURPOSE OF USE ・・・・・ 1 5.3 Installation of Sensor ・・・・・ 8
5.4 Installation of Converter Unit
2. SPECIFICATIONS ・・・・・ 1 ・・・・・ 9
2.1 Model and Suffix Codes ・・・・・ 1 5.5 Installation of CVVS Cable ・・・・・10
2.2 Standard Specifications ・・・・・ 2
2.3 Dimensions ・・・・・ 4 6. WIRING ・・・・・10
6.1 Sensor Wiring ・・・・・10
3．PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION ・・・・・ 5 6.2 Cable inlet ・・・・・11
6.3 Converter Unit Wiring ・・・・・11
4. COMPONENT NAMES ・・・・・ 6
4.1 Sensor ・・・・・ 6 7. TECHNICAL NOTES ・・・・・12
4.2 Converter Unit ・・・・・ 7
8．ADJUSTMENT ・・・・・12
5. INSTALLATION ・・・・・ 8
5.1 Unpacking ・・・・・ 8 9．INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ・・・・・13
5.2 Installation Location ・・・・・ 8
10．TROUBLESHOOTING ・・・・・14
１． ＰＵＲＰＯＳＥ ＯＦ ＵＳＥ
This Resistive level measurement is designed to measure for clean liquid level,
such as oil, water and chemicals in tank. The Resistive level measurement consists
of the sensor(Model LR200, LR210 series) and the Converter Unit (Model CU2000)
that serves as a converter. The Converter Unit converts the total resistance value
of the sensor into an electrical signal and output signal 4 to 20 mA DC.

２． ＳＰＥＣＩＦＩＣＡＴＩＯＮＳ
２．１ Ｍｏｄｅｌ ａｎｄ Ｓｕｆｆｉｘ Ｃｏｄｅｓ
(1) Sensor model

ＬＲ２□０□

Code Wetted parts material

S Stainless Steel * 1
V PVC

Code Stem diameter

S V
0 φ 27.2 φ 34
1 φ 13.8 φ 22

＊ 1 Detail of wetted parts material depends on「 2.2 Standard Specifications」 .

(2) Converter Unit model

ＣＵ２０００

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(1) Sensor

Table 1
Model LR200S LR210S LR200V LR210V
JIS 5K 100A JIS 5K 80A
Flange size JIS 5K 100A JIS 5K 50A
or equivalent or equivalent
Stem diameter φ 27.2 φ 13.8 φ 34 φ 22
Float dimension φ 90×H100 φ 49×H50 φ 89×H150 φ 65×H80
Maximum pressure 500 kPa 500 kPa 200 kPa 200 kPa
2
Allowable impact 100 m/s Max.
Working Wetted part -10 to +100℃ -10 to +100℃ 0 to +50℃ 0 to +50℃
temperature Terminal box part -10 to +80℃ -10 to +80℃ -10 to +50℃ -10 to +50℃
Construction IP55 IP65 IP43 IP43
Minimum S.G. 0.7 0.8 0.85 0.7
Power supply 0.2 to 3.9 mA DC, 24 V Max. (Power source from CU2000)
Resolution ＊ 2 10 mm
±0.5 % F.S.(Measuring length < 3000 mm)
Accuracy
±15 mm (Measuring length > 3000 mm)
Hysteresis ±10 mm
Total resistance value (measuring length mm / resolution mm) × 20 Ω
Max. overall length of stem 3900 mm 3000 mm 3900 mm 3000 mm
Material Terminal box Aluminium die casting PVC
Flange 304 Stainless Steel PVC
Stem 304 Stainless Steel PVC
Float 316 Stainless Steel PVC
Float-travel stop 316L Stainless Steel PVC
8
1×10 Ω or more with 500 V DC
Insulation resistance test
(Between 1, 2 terminal and E terminal or Non-charge part)
1500 V AC, 1 Minute (Between 1,2 terminal and
Withstand voltage test
E terminal or Non-charge part)
Cable inlet G 3/4 or equivalent

ＮＯＴＥ
＊ 2 Available 5 mm resolution.
The accuracy of 5 mm resolution is ±7.5 mm(Measuring length > 3000 mm).
The hysteresis of 5 mm resolution is ±5 mm.

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(2) Converter Unit
Table 2
Model CU2000
Power source of detector 0.2 to 3.9 mA DC
Allowable resistance of
1.3 kΩ to 12 kΩ
the detector
Input signal 2-Wire(Resistive signal use)
Output signal 4 to 20 mA DC
Load resistance 750 Ω Max.
Zero adjustable range 0 to 8 mA DC
Power supply 90 V to 132 V, 180 V to 264 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 2 VA Max.
Accuracy ±0.5 % F.S.
Ambient temperature 0 to 50 ℃
Preservation temperature -20 to 70 ℃
Working humidity 85 % RH Max.(Get rid of dew)
1 × 10 8 Ω or more with 500 V DC
Insulation resistance test
(Between power supply terminal and E terminal)
1500 V AC, 1 Minute(Between power supply terminal and
Withstand voltage test
E terminal)
Dimension W 50 mm × H 84 mm × D 109 mm
Installation method Plug-in Type
Mass Approx. 350 g

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(1) Sensor
LR200S LR200V

Fig. 1 Drawing of sensor dimensions

LR210S LR210V

Fig. 2 Drawing of sensor dimensions

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 (2) Converter Unit
CU2000

Fig. 3 Drawing of Converter Unit dimensions

３． ＰＲＩＮＣＩＰＬＥ ＯＦ ＯＰＥＲＡＴＩＯＮ
The LR series level sensor consists of the float built-in permanent magnet and the
stem built-in internal circuit board arranging reed switches, resistances.

Fig. 4

The float travels freely, between their float-travel stop, rising or falling with
liquid level movement.
The reed switches are actuated by the float magnetic field in a “2-3-2 at a time"
as the float travels. Accordingly, the total resistance value of internal circuit
is changed by float traveling. If supplied constant current between 1 and 2
terminals, the voltage, between 1 and 2 terminals, will change continuously. If
the converter unit connected with the sensor, the converter unit converts total
resistance value of sensor into output signal 4 to 20 mA DC.
See Fig. 5 Block diagram.

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 Fig. 5 Block diagram.

４． ＣＯＭＰＯＮＥＮＴ ＮＡＭＥＳ
４．１ Ｓｅｎｓｏｒ

Fig. 6

No. Name No. Name

① Terminal box ⑤ Stem
② Cable inlet ⑥ Float
③ Flange ⑦ Internal circuit
④ Float-travel stop ⑧ Permanent magnet

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Fig.7

① Power indication lamp

This lamp light up, when the unit is turned on the power.

② Detector current adjusting volume

This is the semi-fixed volume for adjusting the current of the power source of
the detector with an adjustment range of 0.2 to 3.9 mA DC. Adjust this volume
for 3 V DC, the maximum voltage of the detector.

③ External output zero adjusting volume

This is semi-fixed volume for fine zero adjustment of the external output
signal(4 to 20 mA DC). Adjust this volume to obtain an output of 4 mA DC for
input voltage of 0 V DC.

④ External output span adjusting volume

This is semi-fixed volume for fine span adjustment of the external output
signal(4 to 20 mA DC). Adjust this volume to obtain an output of 20 mA DC for
input voltage of 3 V DC.

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５． ＩＮＳＴＡＬＬＡＴＩＯＮ
５．１ Ｕｎｐａｃｋｉｎｇ
This unit has been thoroughly inspected and carefully packed at the factory to
prevent from damage during shipment. When unpacking, exercise due care not to
subject the instrument to mechanical shock. after unpacking, visually check the
instrument exterior for damage.
Ｎ Ｏ Ｔ Ｅ the following points:
(1) Do not carry the sensor with one hand, use both hands to protect the long stem
from bending. (See Fig. 8)
(2) Hold the float not hit the stopper or flange. Otherwise, the magnet inside the
float will be cracked. (See Fig. 8.)

Fig. 8

５．２ Ｉｎｓｔａｌｌａｔｉｏｎ Ｌｏｃａｔｉｏｎ

This unit should be installed in an area where the following condition.
(1) Provide ample space for maintenance/inspection.
(2) Low relative humidity and no exposure to moisture.
(3) No corrosive gases. (Such as NH 3 , SO 2 , Cl 2 etc.)
(4) No excessive vibration.

５．３ Ｉｎｓｔａｌｌａｔｉｏｎ ｏｆ Ｓｅｎｓｏｒ

This sensor mounting method depend on flange mounted type. (See Fig. 9)

Fig. 9

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Ｎ Ｏ Ｔ Ｅ the following points:
(1) This sensor should be installed in an area where the ambient temperature range
is -10 to 60 ℃ .

 CAUTION

Provide appropriate means to guard against moisture if the temperature

is low. Otherwise, the sensor may be damaged.

(2) If there is surface wave motion, we

recommend the installation of a
stilling tube. Drill vent holes in the
tube and use spacer to keep the float
traveling. (See Fig. 10)
(3) This sensor should be located away from
strong magnetic fields such as those
produced by motors or solenoid valves.
(4) This sensor should be mounted up to
vertical.

Fig. 10

 CAUTION

Do not provide bending or hitting stem during installation.

Otherwise, the sensor may be damage.

５．４ Ｉｎｓｔａｌｌａｔｉｏｎ ｏｆ Ｃｏｎｖｅｒｔｅｒ Ｕｎｉｔ

Ｎ Ｏ Ｔ Ｅ the following points:
This Converter Unit should be installed in an area where the ambient temperature
is 0 to 50 ℃ .

 CAUTION

Provide appropriate means to guard against moisture if the

temperature is low, Otherwise the converter unit may be damage.

Proceed as follows:
(1) Fix the socket(optional part) on mounting board directly with M4 screws (2 ×
φ4.5 holes,Pitch 40),or insert that into DIN rail(35 mm).
(2) Put in the Converter Unit into the socket.

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５．５ Ｉｎｓｔａｌｌａｔｉｏｎ ｏｆ ＣＶＶＳ Ｃａｂｌｅ
2-core CVVS(1.25 mm ２ ) connecting cable shall be used between the sensor and
the converter unit. The cable length shall not exceed 300 m(lead wire loop
resistance 12 Ω Max.). The CVVS cable must be run in conduit, or must be used
cable inlet.

 CAUTION

(1) Do not kink the CVVS cable. Damage can occur causing the sensor
and the converter unit to malfunction. The CVVS cable must be laid
at a distance of 50 cm or more from the power cable. Otherwise,
the sensor and the converter unit may be damaged by induced
current.
(2) The CVVS cable should be grounded by JIS Class D Grounded.
(Grounded resistance 100 Ω Max.)

６． ＷＩＲＩＮＧ
６．１ Ｓｅｎｓｏｒ Ｗｉｒｉｎｇ
Normally, wiring data is indicated to the back of terminal box cover.
Proceed as follows:
(1) Remove the terminal box cover.
(2) Bring the cable into the terminal box.
(3) Connect the cables to the terminals as shown Fig. 11.
CU2000 L terminal ----- sensor 1 terminal
CU2000 C terminal ----- sensor 2 terminal
(4) Make sure that there is no miswiring.
(5) Reinstall the terminal box cover in accordance with protection category
IP55,65(LR2□ 0S) or IP43(LR2□ 0V).

Fig. 11

Ｎ Ｏ Ｔ Ｅ the following points:

(1) Install solderless lugs fitted to M3 screw to the end of lead wires.
(2) The cable inlet must be protected the sensor from rain, splashing water and
so on.

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６．２ Ｃａｂｌｅ ｉｎｌｅｔ
The size of the cable inlet is G 3/4.
There are two ways for connecting the sensor cable. One is fixing the
cable with a cable gland. The other is connecting a conduit to the housing.
In either case, an adequate sealing should be provided to prevent water or
dust ingress into the housing through the sensor cable.
Secure the cable using sealing material for the conduit connection, or a
Proper tool when the gland is used, to protect the housing inside from
dust or water. When water or moisture comes into the housing from the
conduit, use putty to fill the inside of the conduit.

６．３ Ｃｏｎｖｅｒｔｅｒ Ｕｎｉｔ Ｗｉｒｉｎｇ

Proceed as follows:
(1) Connect the cables to the terminals as shown in Fig. 12.

 CAUTION

Make sure that the power supply is turned off.

(2) Double-check wiring for correctness.

Ｎ Ｏ Ｔ Ｅ the following points:
(1) The cable for relay, output signal and power supply must be used between
0.3 mm 2 to 1.25 mm 2 .
(2) The terminal screws are used M3 screw.

 WARNING

(1) To avoid injury, connect the power supply to the converter unit,
after making connection.
(2) “EARTH TERMINAL" should be grounded. If it is not grounded, you
will get an electrical shock.

(3) Make sure that the shield cables are one-point grounded.
(4) This converter unit is designed to operate with maximum load resistance
750 Ω.

Fig. 12

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７． ＴＥＣＨＮＩＣＡＬ ＮＯＴＥＳ
(1) Actuation levels are assumed with water(SG=1.0). If your liquid has a different
specific gravity, please specify this when you order.
(2) Maximum allowable impact is 10 G. Shocks greater than 10 G may damage the sensor.
(3) The float-travel stop settings are based on how the magnetic field influences
the reed switches. Do not move the float-travel stop.
(4) This products must be stored in a day, warm place where condensation of humidity
will not occur.

８．ＡＤＪＵＳＴＭＥＮＴ
Ｎ Ｏ Ｔ Ｅ : The adjusting volume of the converter unit have been adjusted specified
value before shipment. If it need fine adjustment, adjust output signal
in accordance with follows.
Proceed as follows:

(1) Make sure that there are no miswiring.

 CAUTION

Supply voltage must match the terminals indicated on the front panel.
Incorrect voltage miswiring will damage the converter unit.

(2) Connect digital ammeter to output terminals(+ and -).

(3) Turn on the power.
(4) Connect a voltmeter having an internal resistance of 500 kΩ or more between
the input terminals(L=Positive side and C=Negative side).
(5) Set the float on highest level and adjust the current adjusting volume ② of
the detector so that the voltmeter indicates 3 V DC.
(6) Set the float on lowest level and adjust zero point by adjusting volume ③ that
output signal is 4 mA DC.
(7) Set the float on highest level and adjust span point by adjusting volume ④
that output signal is 20 mA DC.
(8) Set the float on lowest level again, and check that output signal is 4 mA DC.
If that is not 4 mA DC, re-adjust zero and span points accordance with parts
of “8.ADJUSTMENT (6) and (7)".

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９． ＩＮＳＰＥＣＴＩＯＮ ＡＮＤ ＭＡＩＮＴＥＮＡＮＣＥ
The following annual servicing tasks should be carried out on the sensor and
Converter unit.
(1) Visual inspection
(a) Remove the sensor from tank carefully.
(b) Ensure there is no damage.
(c) The float-travel stop setting are based on how the magnetic field influence
the reed switch. If float overrun, check and reset the float-travel stop.
(d) If the float is filled with water or collapsed, it must be replaced
immediately. Do not attempt to repair a float.
(2) Cleaning the sensor.
(a) Never remove the terminal box cover. It become damaged or misplaced, order
a reinstallation immediately.
(b) If sediment or other foreign matters are stained between float and stem,
detecting errors may be caused. Keep clean float and stem.
(c) Be care of the float orientation when you reassemble the resin float.
If you insert the wrong direction,the sensor may cause false operation.
The correct direction shows the following table.

Float size Type of marking Direction

φ 65×H80 Type of marking The marked side must be installed the tip
of the stem side(bottom)
marked float groove The marked side must be installed the tip
of the stem side(bottom)
another float Do not prescribe

Fig. 13

(3) Sensor operating(See Fig. 14)

After removing the terminal box cover, check switch actuation as follows.
(a) Remove the connection from the converter unit.
(b) Connect a ohmmeter between 1 and 2 terminals.
(c) Travel the float between their float-travel stop, and check the resistance
value changes constantly.
(d) If the sensor is normal, the resistance value changes at the rate of 20
Ω for resolution.

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 Fig. 14

(4) Converter unit inspection

(a) Don't turn on the power source while the input terminal of converter unit
is open.
(b) Turn off power source,when the converter unit is attached or detached from
the socket.
If don't turn off,internal electric parts is broken.

10． ＴＲＯＵＢＬＥＳＨＯＯＴＩＮＧ
 CAUTION

Use the following chart to troubleshoot the malfunctioning sensor.

If your remedies are unsuccessful, ask Nohken for repair and replacement.

Table 3
Problems Causes Solutions
The power lamp The power supply is not Ensure the wiring, and
does not light connected. connect the power.
Output signal Line between L and C Ensure the wiring on this
does not change terminals is short line.
from 4 mA DC. circuit.
Sediment or other foreign Clean the sensor.
matter adhere to between
float and stem.
Float is filled with Replace float after checking
liquid on corrosion. corrosion resistance.
Output signal Sediment or other foreign Clean the sensor.
does not change matter adhere to between
from 20 mA DC. float and stem.
Falling the float form the Put the float on stem, and
stem. tighten the float
travel-stop.
Output signal Sediment or other foreign Clean the sensor.
dose not change matter adhere to between
at somewhere. float and stem.
Output signal is Wiring between sensor and Ensure the wiring
over range. converter unit is
disconnected.

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