d103032x012 Fisher l2 Liquid Level Controller Manual
d103032x012 Fisher l2 Liquid Level Controller Manual
d103032x012 Fisher l2 Liquid Level Controller Manual
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Contents
1 EMERSON D103032X012 Fisher L2 Liquid Level Controller
2 Minimum Specific Gravity
3 Output Signal
3.1 Ranges
4 Supply Pressure Requirements
5 Supply Medium
6 Steady State Air Consumption
7 Sensor to Vessel Connection
8 Controller Connections
9 Standard Displacer Size
10 Maximum Displacer Insertion Length
11 Displacer Material and Maximum Sensor Working Pressure
11.1 PVC Displacer
11.2 Displacer
12 Displacer Material and Sensor Temperature Limits
12.1 PVC Displacer
13 Operative Ambient Temperature Limits
14 Standard Supply and Output Pressure Gauge Indications
15 Hazardous Area Classification
16 Declaration of SEP
17 Description
18 Educational Services
19 Installation
20 Attaching a Vertical Displacer
21 Attaching a Horizontal Displacer
22 Attaching the Sensor to the Vessel
23 Sensor Orientation
24 Pressure Connections
25 Vent
26 Changing Controller Action or Mode
26.1 Throttling and On/Off Controller
26.2 Snap Acting Controller
27 Fisher L2 Throttling and On/Off Controller Switch Positions for Changing Action and Control
Mode
27.1 DIRECT ACTION THROTTLING CONTROL MODE
27.2 DIRECT ACTION ON/OFF CONTROL MODE
27.2 DIRECT ACTION ON/OFF CONTROL MODE
27.3 REVERSE ACTION THROTTLING CONTROL MODE
27.4 REVERSE ACTION ON/OFF CONTROL MODE
28 Fisher L2 Snap‐Acting Controller Switch Positions for Changing Action
28.1 DIRECT ACTION
28.2 REVERSE ACTION
29 Span Adjustment
29.1 Proportional Band Adjustments
30 Preliminary Checks
31 Direct Acting Throttling Controllers
32 Reverse Acting Throttling Controllers
33 Direct Acting On/Off and Snap‐Acting Controllers
34 Reverse Acting On/Off and Snap‐Acting Controllers
35 Principle of Operation
35.1 Operational Schematic
36 Maintenance
37 Removing the Controller From the Sensor
38 Replacing the Sensor O‐Rings
38.1 Disassembly
39 Sensor
40 Assembly
41 Replacing the Controller Relay
42 Replacing the Controller Supply Filter
43 Parts Ordering
44 Parts Kits
44.1 Description
44.2 Part Number
44.3 Controller
45 Fisher L2 Liquid Level Controllers
45.1 THROTTLING AND ON/OFF CONTROLLER
45.2 SNAP ACTING CONTROLLER
45.3 Sensor
45.4 Recommended spare parts
46 Documents / Resources
46.1 References
47 Related Posts
Output Signal
Ranges
Supply Medium
Throttling Controller: ≤0.03 normal m3/hr (1.0 scfh) at 1.4 bar (20 psig) supply pressure
Snap Acting Controller: ≤0.03 normal m3/hr (1.0 scfh) at 1.4 bar (20 psig) supply pressure
≤0.04 normal m3/hr (1.5 scfh) at 2.4 bar (35 psig) supply pressure in tripped condition
Air consumption increases during trip
Controller Connections
Standard lever arm length plus one 6‐inch extension, horizontal or vertical
PVC Displacer
Consistent with CL1500 pressure temperature ratings per ASME B16.34 up to maximum pressure of 258 bar
(3750 psig) For PED (97/23/EC) maximum pressure limited to 200 bar (2900 psig) S31603 SST
Displacer
CL600 pressure temperature ratings per ASME B16.34 up to maximum pressure of 99.3 bar (1440 psig)
Note
For slip on flange connection, maximum sensor working pressure must be consistent with the flange ratings.
PVC Displacer
Gas: T6
Dust: T71
Meets Customs Union technical regulation TP TC 012/2011 for Groups II/III Category 2 equipment.
Declaration of SEP
Fisher Controls International LLC declares this product to be in compliance with Article 4 paragraph 3 of the PED
Directive 2014/68/EU. It was designed and manufactured in accordance with Sound Engineering Practice (SEP)
and cannot bear the CE marking related to PED compliance. However, the product may bear the CE marking to
indicate compliance with other applicable European Community Directives.
NOTE
Specialized instrument terms are defined in ISA Standard 51.1 – Process Instrument Terminology.
1. Any deviation from the standard construction described in the input signal specification above requires special
displacer sizing considerations. Contact your Emerson sales office for information.
2. Depends on float rod/displacer orientation and length. Contact your Emerson sales office before proceeding for
further information.
3. This product can be used with natural gas as the supply medium.
4. Normal m3/hr—Normal cubic meters per hour 0C and 1.01325 bar, absolute) Scfh Standard cubic feet per hour
60F and 14.7 psia.
5. Converting from a threaded NPT connection to a flange connection is to be done by the end user.
6. Supplement (D103277X012), available at www.Fisher.com or from your Emerson sales office.
7. Standard lever arm length.
8. The pressure and temperature limits in this document and any applicable code limitations should not be
exceeded.
Description
The rugged L2 liquid level controllers use a displacer type sensor (see figure 1) to detect liquid level or the
interface of two liquids of different specific gravities. These controllers use a single four‐mode relay to provide the
applicable control and action. The device delivers a pneumatic output signal to a control/dump valve.Unless
otherwise noted, all NACE references are to NACE MR0175‐2002.
Educational Services
Installation
WARNING
Always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear when performing any installation operations to avoid
personal injury. To avoid personal injury or property damage caused by the sudden release of process fluid, be
certain the service conditions do not exceed the sensor pressure limits. Use pressure‐limiting or pressure‐
relieving devices to prevent service conditions from exceeding these limits. Personal injury or property damage
may result from fire or explosion if natural gas is used as the supply medium andappropriate preventive measures
are not taken. Preventive measures may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following
Remote venting of the unit, re evaluating the hazardous area classification, ensuring adequate ventilation, and
the removal of any ignition sources.
For information on remote venting of this controller.
Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional measures that must be taken to protect against
process media.
If installing this into an existing application.
NOTICE
Do not use sealing tape on pneumatic connections. This instrument contains small passages that may become
obstructed by detached sealing tape. Thread sealant paste should be used to seal and lubricate pneumatic
threaded connections.If the L2 level controller is installed on a vessel that is to be shipped to a different location
(e.g. skid mounted units), remove the displacer and displacer rod extensions before shipment. Failure to do so
could result in damage to the displacer rod due to vibration and impact loading during shipment. After the vessel
is installed at its final location, reassemble the displacer and displacer rod extension.
1. Be sure there are no obstructions inside the tank that will interfere with displacer installation or operation.
2. Provide the appropriate connection in the tank wall to match the sensor connection.
3. Locate the tank wall connection such that the displacer will be at the desired control level.
1. Thread jam nut (key 68) all the way onto the threaded portion of the universal joint assembly (key 69).
2. Thread the displacer (key 81) all the way onto the threaded portion of the universal joint assembly.
3. Tighten the jam nut (key 63) against the displacer (key 81).
1. Thread the displacer key 81 all the way onto the displacer rod key 64 or extension key 82.
2. Tighten the jam nut key 63 against the displacer key 81.
Insert the displacer end of the controller‐sensor assembly into the tank connection, and screw the sensor threads
into the tank connection. Tighten sufficiently to seal the threads. If necessary, loosen or tighten slightly to obtain
the orientatio. Make sure that the controller case is level.
NOTICE
Do not pick up the controller/sensor by lifting the displacer rod key 64. This action could place excessive stress on
the displacer rod and cause the unit to malfunction.
Sensor Orientation
Pressure Connections
WARNING
Personal injury or property damage may occur from an uncontrolled process if the supply medium is not clean,
dry, oil free air, or non‐corrosive gas. While use and regular maintenance of a filter that removes particles larger
than 40 micrometers in diameter will suffice in most applications, check with an Emerson field office and industry
instrument air quality standards for use with corrosive air or if you are unsure about the proper amount or method
of air filtration or filter maintenance.
NOTICE
Do not use sealing tape on pneumatic connections. This instrument contains small passages that may become
obstructed by detached sealing tape. Thread sealant paste should be used to seal and lubricate pneumatic
threaded connections.
1. Provide a source of clean, dry air that meets the requirements of ISA Standard 7.0.01 as the operating
medium.
2. Connect the supply pressure to the 1/4 NPT internal connection on the bottom of the controller case.
3. Connect the output signal line to the equipment being operated and to the 1/4 NPT output connection on the
top of the controller case.
Vent
WARNING
If a flammable or hazardous gas is to be used as the supply pressure medium, personal injury or property
damage could result from fire or explosion of accumulated gas or from contact with hazardous gas. The
controller/actuator assembly does not form a gas‐tight seal, and when the assembly is enclosed, a remote vent
line, adequate ventilation, and necessary safety measures should be used. However, a remote vent pipe alone
cannot be relied upon to remove all hazardous gas. Vent line piping should comply with local and regional codes
and should be as short as possible with adequate inside diameter and few bends to reduce case pressure buildup.
The vent opening or the end of the remote vent pipe, if one is required, must be protected against the entrance of
all foreign matter that could plug the vent. Use 13 mm 1/2 inch diameter pipe for the remote vent pipe. Check the
vent periodically to be certain it is free of any obstructions.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury caused by a sudden release of pressure, shut off the supply pressure and bleed pressure
from the supply lines before performing any procedure.
The action of a throttling and on/off controller may be changed between either direct or reverse, and the control
mode may be changed between either on/off or throttling.
Loosen the four switch retention screws on the relay. Move the switches to the control action and control mode
required by the application. Tighten the four switch retention screws.
The action of a snap‐acting controller may be changed between either direct or reverse. The control mode is
always snap acting. Loosen the four switch retention screws on the relay. Move the switches to the control action
required by the application. Tighten the four switch retention screws.
Fisher L2 Throttling and On/Off Controller Switch Positions for Changing Action and Control
Mode
NOTE
ALL FOUR SWITCH RETENTION SCREWS SHOWN ONLY ON THIS VIEW. OTHER VIEWS SHOW ONLY TWO
SWITCH RETENTION SCREWS IN ORDER TO ILLUSTRATE THE SWITCH CONFIGURATION.
DIRECT ACTION
NOTE
ALL FOUR SWITCH RETENTION SCREWS SHOWN ONLY ON THIS VIEW. OTHER VIEWS SHOW ONLY TWO
SWITCH RETENTION SCREWS IN ORDER TO ILLUSTRATE THE SWITCH CONFIGURATION.
REVERSE ACTION
Span Adjustment
Except where indicated, key numbers referenced in the following procedures.The span levers and other
proportional band information.
Preliminary Checks
1. Check the supply pressure gauge key 10 to be certain that the supply pressure is at the desired value.
2. Adjust the supply pressure as required.
3. Adjust the displacer rod to the horizontal position with the spring adjustment key 4.
4. Bounce the end of the displacer rod key 64 up and down to check that the sensor is operating freely.
5. Place the span adjuster key 9 at the desired position.
6. Check for correct control action and control mode.
7. Adjust the relay adjustment screw key 49, throttling controller) or the valve assembly key 51, snap acting
controller so that the gap between the span levers is equal when lever A is contacting the displacer rod.
Direct Acting Throttling Controllers
1. Make certain the Preliminary Checks procedure at the start of this section has been completed.
2. Lower the liquid level so that it is below the bottom of the displacer or at the lowest desired operating point on
the displacer.
3. For interface applications, completely cover the displacer with the fluid with the lower specific gravity.
4. The heavier fluid should be below the bottom of the displacer or at the lowest desired operating point on the
displacer.
5. Adjust the spring adjustment (key 4) until the output pressure is 1 to 2 psig for a 3 to 15 psig output range, or 2
to 4 psig for a 6 to 30 psig output range.
1. Make certain the Preliminary Checks procedure at the start of this section has been completed.
2. Lower the liquid level so that it is below the bottom of the displacer or at the lowest desired operating point on
the displacer.
3. For interface applications, completely cover the displacer with the fluid with the lower specific gravity.
4. The heavier fluid should be below the bottom of the displacer or at the lowest desired operating point on the
displacer.
5. Adjust the spring adjustment (key 4) until the output is 16 to 17 psig for a 3 to 15 psig output range, or 31 to 34
psig for a 6 to 30 psig output range.
1. Make certain the Preliminary Checks procedure at the start of this section has been completed.
2. Lower the liquid level so that it is below the bottom of the displacer or at the lowest desired operating point on
the displacer.
3. For interface applications, completely cover the displacer with the fluid with the lower specific gravity.
4. The heavier fluid should be below the bottom of the displacer or at the lowest desired operating point on the
displacer.
5. Adjust the spring adjustment (key 4) until the output pressure goes to zero psig.
6. Readjust the spring adjustment (key 4) until the output pressure goes to full supply pressure.
Principle of Operation
The operation of L2 controllers in combination with the sensor is based on Archimedes Principle, which states that
a body immersed in a liquid will be buoyed up by a force equal to the weight of the liquid displaced. The buoyant
force and resultant movement of the displacer in the liquid is transmitted to the controller which delivers a
pneumatic signal to a control valve simple schematic of the controller and sensor. In its normal position, the
counterclockwise moment due to the weight of the displacer about pivot point O is balanced by the clockwise zero
spring moment and the counterclockwise relay zero force moment applied through lever A to the displacer rod.
The weight of the displacer decreases when the liquid level increases and the subsequent buoyant force
increases causing a force imbalance between the zero spring, relay, and displacer forces. This force imbalance is
transmitted to the relay by levers A and B. The relay compensates for the force imbalance by converting it to a
pressure output to a control valve and bringing the forces back into equilibrium.
Operational Schematic
For throttling control, the relay pressure output will be proportional to the buoyant force. For on/off control, the
relay pressure output will be either zero or equal to the supply pressure over the range of liquid level change. The
liquid level change required to fully operate the relay is adjusted by sliding the proportional band adjustment along
lever A to vary the lever ratio between levers A and B. With reverse acting proportional control, the principle of
operation remains the same as that for direct action however, the controller delivers an increasing pneumatic
signal to the control valve when the liquid level falls.
Maintenance
Parts are subject to normal wear and must be inspected periodically and replaced as necessary. The frequency of
parts inspection and replacement depends upon the severity of service conditions. When inspection or repairs are
required, disassemble only those parts necessary to accomplish the task.
WARNING
Always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear when performing any maintenance operations to avoid
personal injury. To avoid personal injury or property damage caused by the release of pressure or process fluid,
observe the following before starting maintenance
Personal injury or property damage may result from fire or explosion if natural gas is used as the supply
medium and appropriate preventive measures are not taken.
Preventive measures may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following
Remote venting of the unit, re‐evaluating the hazardous area classification, ensuring adequate
ventilation, and the removal of any ignition sources. For information on remote venting of this controller.
Provide some temporary means of control for the process before taking the controller out of service
Provide a means of containing the process fluid before removing any measurement devices from the process.
Vent any trapped process pressure.Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional measures
that must be taken to protect against process media.
Disassembly
1. Remove the controller from the sensor by following the procedure outlined in the previous section.
2. Remove the sensor from the tank.
3. Unscrew the hex nut key 67 and remove the spacer key 66 and spring key 68.
4. After removing the spring replace the spacer key 66 and hex nut key 67 on the displacer rod.
5. From the displacer end, pull the displacer rod away from the sensor connection key 65 to pull the pivot base
key 73 loose from the sensor connection.
6. Remove the hex nut key 67 to permit removing the displacer rod, pivot base, pivot body, and spacer from the
sensor connection.
7. Slide the pivot base key 73, retaining ring key 76 anti extrusion ring key 75, and O ring key 74 off thedisplacer
rod.
8. Remove the O ring key 77 and backup ring key 78 from the pivot base.
Sensor
Assembly
WARNING
Improper assembly of the O‐rings, anti‐extrusion ring, and backup ring could result in O‐ring extrusion and permit
leakage of process fluids. To avoid personal injury or property damage from leaking process fluid, be sure the O‐
rings, anti extrusion ring and backup ring are assembled in the order shown in figure 7.
1. Place the pivot body (key 72) on the displacer rod (key 64) so that it is positioned.
2. Slide the O ring (key 74), anti extrusion ring (key 75) and retaining ring (key 76) onto the displacer rod
assembly (key 64).
3. Be sure the O ring, anti‐extrusion ring, and retaining ring are in the order.
4. Slide the pivot base onto the displacer rod so that the points of the pivot body (key 72) will engage the slots in
the pivot base (key 73).
5. Install the O‐ring (key 77) and backup ring (key 78) into the groove on the pivot base (key 73).
6. Be sure the backup ring is on the downstream pressure side of the O‐ring.
7. Insert the displacer rod (key 64) into the vessel side of the sensor connection (key 65).
8. The pivot base must seat in the slots cast in the sensor connection.
9. These slots will be horizontal when the sensor connection (key 65) is oriented.
10. To reduce the possibility of nicking the O‐ring (key 77) on the pivot base, keep the displacer rod centered in the
sensor connection as much as possible while pushing the pivot base into the sensor connection.
11. Be sure the pivot base seats in the slots cast in the sensor connection.
12. Slide the spring (key 68) and spacer (key 66) onto the displacer rod and secure with the hex nut (key 67).
13. Fully tighten the hex nut (key 67).
14. View the sensor connection from the vessel side. Ensure that the pivot body arms remain aligned with the pivot
base arms (the two pivot body points are seated in the pivot base slots.
15. Install the sensor on the tank.
Related Documents
Converting a Threaded NPT Connection to a Flange Connection Supplement to Fisher L2, L2e and L2sj Liquid
Level Controller D103277X012 Dimensions for NPS 2 CL150 through 1500 Slip On Flange Connections
Supplement to Fisher L2, L2e, and L2s Liquid Level Controller Instruction Manuals (D103405X012) Fisher L2sj
Low Emission Liquid Level Controller All documents are available from your Emerson sales office or Fisher.com
Parts Ordering
When corresponding with your Emerson sales office about this equipment, always mention the serial number of
the controller. The serial number can be found on the nameplate key 55.
WARNING
Use only genuine Fisher replacement parts. Components that are not supplied by Emerson should not, under any
circumstances, be used in any Fisher instrument. Use of components not supplied by Emerson may void your
warranty, might adversely affect the performance of the valve, and could cause personal injury or property
damage.
Parts Kits
Description
Controller
Repair kit includes O rings keys 13 and 16 and gaskets keys 18, 21, and 23
Relay
Repair kits includes relay assembly, relay mounting screws key 33, and O rings keys 43 and 44 Throttling and
On/Off Controller Snap Acting Controller.
Sensor
Repair kit includes keys 74, 75, 77, and 78 fluorocarbon O rings, anti‐extrusion ring, and fluorocarbon backup
ring.
Part Number
RL2CNTRX012
GB0138X0012
GB0138X0022
RL2SENSX012
Controller
1. Controller Base
2. Zero Spring Seat
3. Zero Adjustment Bolt
4. Spring Adjustment
5. Zero Spring
Sensor
Displacer 1‐7/8×12‐inches
Hex Nut
Displacer Rod
Sensor Connection
Spacer
Hex Nut
Conical Spring
Universal Joint (vertical displacer only)
Nameplate
Drive Screw
Pivot Body
ivot Base
Anti Extrusion Ring 3
Retaining Ring
O Ring 3
Backup Ring 3
Lithium grease not furnished with sensor
Instruction Tag
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