Vega VEGAFLEX 62 4 … 20 mA_HART two-wire User Manual

Operating InstructionsVEGAFLEX 624 … 20 mA/HART two-wireDocument ID:31837Guided Microwave

Unless otherwise indicated, the packages must be stored only underthe following conditions:l Not in the openl Dry and dust freel Not exposed to corros

4 Mounting4.1 General instructionsMake sure that all parts of the instrument exposed to the process, inparticular the sensor element, process seal and

Fig. 2: Measuresagainst moisture penetrationThe reference plane for the measuring range of the sensors is thesealing surface of the thread or flange.Ke

keep in mind that measurement down to the tip of the probe is notpossible. The exact value of the min. distance (lower dead band) isstated in chapter

Lxø 16 mm(5/8")123Fig. 4: Extensionrod ø 16 mm (0.63 in)1 Probe2 Retaining ring3 Extension rodL Rod length 100 … 2000 mm (3.937 … 78.74 in)x Thre

≥ 300mm (11 13/16")150mm (5 29/32")150mm (5 29/32")1SW 13LFig. 5: Bow-shapedsegment ø 16 mm (0.63 in)1 Max. filling heightL 150 mm (5

1 2Fig. 6: Installationin plastic silo1 Flange2 Metal sheetConcrete vesselWhen installed in thick concrete ceilings, VEGAFLEX 62 should bemounted fron

Ifpossible, avoid sockets. Mount the sensor flush with the vessel top. Ifthis is not possible, use short sockets with small diameter.Higher sockets or

Standpipes or bypass tubes are normally metal tubes with a diameterof 30 … 200 mm (1.18 … 7.87 in). In measurement technology such atube corresponds t

Make sure that the probe is not subjected to strong lateral forces.Mount VEGAFLEX 62 at a position in the vessel where nodisturbances, e.g. from fillin

Contents1 About this document1.1 Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41.2 Target group . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 Connecting to power supply5.1 Preparing the connectionAlways keep in mind the following safety instructions:l Connect only in the complete absence o

Caution:Nogrease should be used when screwing the NPT cable gland orsteel tube into the threaded insert. Standard grease can containadditives that cor

7 Insertthe wire ends into the open terminals according to the wiringplanFig. 12: Connectionsteps 6 and 78 Press down the opening levers of the termin

I²CDisplay1 2 5 6 7 83412Fig. 13: Electronicsand connection compartment with single chamber housing1 Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface)2 S

132Display1 2 5 6 7 8I²CFig. 15: Electronicscompartment, double chamber housing1 Plug connector for VEGACONNECT (I²C interface)2 Internal connection c

I2C11 2Fig. 17: Wiringplan with double chamber housing1 Voltage supply/Signal output5.5 Wiring plan with double chamber housing Ex d132Display1 2 5 6

121 2Fig. 19: Connectioncompartment with double chamber housing Ex d1 Spring-loaded terminals for power supply and cable screen2 Ground terminal for c

5.6 Wiring plan - version IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar+-12Fig. 21: Wireassignment connection cable1 brown (+) and blue (-) to power supply or to the processing

6 Setup with the indicating and adjustmentmodule PLICSCOM6.1 Short descriptionThe indicating and adjustment module is used for measured valuedisplay,

Fig. 22: Insertindicating and adjustment moduleNote:Ifyou intend to retrofit the instrument with an indicating and adjustmentmodule for continuous meas

8 Maintenance and fault rectification8.1 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .438.2 Rectify malfunctions . . . . . .

6.3 Adjustment system1.1231Fig. 23: Indicatingand adjustment elements1 LC display2 Indication of the menu item number3 Adjustment keysl [OK] key:- Mov

6.4 SetupstepsAfter connecting VEGAFLEX 62 to power supply or after a voltagerecurrence, the instrument carries out a self-check for approx. 30seconds

Keepin mind that interfaces can cause faulty measurements.If you want to measure the total height of both liquids reliably, pleasecontact our service

2 Enter the appropriate distance value in m (corresponding to thepercentage value) for the full vessel. Keep in mind that the max.level must lie below

these vessels. They represent the correlation between the levelpercentage and vessel volume. By activating the appropriate curve,the volume percentage

Proceed as follows:1 Move from the measured value display to the main menu bypushing [OK].2 Select the menu item "Service" with [->] and

BasicadjustmentIf the function "Reset" is carried out, the sensor resets the values of thefollowing menu items to the reset values (see char

6.5 MenuschematicBasic adjustment1▶Basic adjustmentDisplayDiagnosticsServiceInfo1.1Min. adjustment0.00 %=10.000 m(d)8.000 m(d)1.2Max. adjustment100.00

Service4Basic adjustmentDisplayDiagnostics▶ServiceInfo4.1Sensor5.00 m(d)▼Rod▼4.2ApplicationLiquid▼Standard(DK ≥ 2)▼4.3Gating out of false sig nalsChan

6.6 Savingthe parameter adjustment dataIt is recommended noting the adjusted data, e.g. in this operatinginstructions manual and archive them afterwar

1 About this document1.1 FunctionThis operating instructions manual provides all the information youneed for mounting, connection and setup as well as

7 Setup with PACTware and other adjustmentprograms7.1 Connecting the PC312Fig. 24: Connectionof the PC via VEGACONNECT directly to the sensor1 USB cab

Necessary components:l VEGAFLEX 62l PC with PACTware and suitable VEGA DTMl VEGACONNECTl Power supply unit or processing system12 43OPENTWISTUSBLOCKFi

Note:Keepin mind that for setup of VEGAFLEX 62, DTM-Collection in theactual version must be used.All currently available VEGA DTMs are included as a D

8 Maintenance and fault rectification8.1 MaintenanceWhen used as directed in normal operation, VEGAFLEX 62 iscompletely maintenance free.8.2 Rectify ma

Error Cause RemovalVoltagesupplymissingCheck cables for breaks; repair ifnecessaryOperating voltagetoo low or loadresistance toohighCheck, adapt if ne

8.3 Exchange or shorten cable/rodThe cable or rod (meas. part) of the probe can be shortened, ifnecessary. To loosen the meas. part you need two fork

3 Cable: Pullthe cable out of the gravity weight4 Shorten the cable/rod with a cut-off wheel or metal saw a t thelower end. Make sure the length is cor

The electronics modules are adapted to the respective sensor anddistinguish also in the signal output or power supply.Electronics module FX-E.60H suit

8.6 Instrument repairIf a repair is necessary, please proceed as follows:You can download a return form (23 KB) from our Internet homepagewww.vega.com

9 Dismounting9.1 Dismounting stepsWarning:Before dismounting, be aware of dangerous process conditions suchas e.g. pressure in the vessel, high temper

2 For your safety2.1 Authorised personnelAll operations described in this operating instructions manual must becarried out only by trained specialist

10 Supplement10.1 Technical dataGeneral dataMaterial 316L corresponds to 1.4404 or 1.4435Materials, wetted parts- Process fitting 316L and PTFE, Hastel

- Trimming accuracy - rod < 1 mm (0.039 in)- Cable: ø 6 mm (0.236 in) up to 60 m (196.9 ft)- Trimming accuracy - cable ±0.05 %Lateral load with rod

Failure signal current output (adjustable) mA value unchanged 20.5 mA, 22 mA, < 3.6 mA(adjustable)Max. output current 22 mALoad see load diagram un

L0-3mm (-0.118")3mm (0.118")15mm(0.591")-10mm (-0.394")0,3 m(11.811")0,08 m(3.15")0,02 m(0.787")1Fig. 30: Devia

03mm(0.118")-3mm(-0.118")15mm(0.591")15mm(0.591")0,08 m(3.15")0,3 m(11.811")0,3 m(11.811")L1Fig. 32: Deviation

L3mm(0.118")0-3mm(-0.118")15mm(0.591")20mm(0.787”)0,08 m(3.15")0,3 m(11.811")20 m(787.4")1Fig. 34: Deviation VEGAFLE

Ambient conditionsAmbient, storage and transport temperature -40 … +80 °C (-40 … +176 °F)Process conditionsProcess pressure -1 … +40 bar/-100 … +4000

- Doublechamber housing l 1 x cable entry M20 x 1.5 (cable: ø 5 … 9 mm),1 x blind stopper M20 x 1.5; 1 x blind stopperM16 x 1 .5 or optionally availab

- Inspection window Polyester foilVoltage supplyOperating voltage- Non-Ex instrument 14 … 36 V DC- EEx-ia instrument 14 … 30 V DC- EEx-d-ia instrument

Overvoltage category IIIProtection class IIFunctional safety (SIL)Functional safety is already activated on instruments with SIL qualification ex facto

2.5 Safetylabel on the instrumentThe safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must beobserved.2.6 CE conformityThis device fulfills the l

10.2 DimensionsThe following dimensional drawings represent only an extract of thepossible versions. Detailed dimensional drawings can be downloadedon

Aluminium housing in protection rating IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar120 mm (4.72")~ 105 mm (4.13")116 mm (4.57")~ 150 mm (5.91")ø 84 mm (3.31

VEGAFLEX 62LG1½, 1½ NPT22 mm(0.87")73 mm(2.87")150 mm (5.91")53 mm(2.09")ø 16 mm(0.63")12 mm(0.47")ø 54 mm(2.13")ø

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3 Product description3.1 StructureThe scope of delivery encompasses:l VEGAFLEX 62 level sensorl Documentation- this operating instructions manual- Saf

123Fig. 1: VEGAFLEX 62 incable version with plastic housing1 Housing cover with integrated indicating and adjustment module (optional)2 Housing with e

Two-wire electronics 4 … 20 mA/HART for power supply andmeasured value transmission over the same cable.The supply voltage range can differ depending o