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ABB LST300 User Manual

ABB LST300
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ABB MEASUREMENT & ANALYTICS | OPERATING INSTRUCTION
LST300
Compact ultrasonic level
transmitter
The most powerful ultrasonic level
transmitter in a compact form
Measurement made easy

Table of Contents

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ABB LST300 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerABB
ModelLST300
CategoryTransmitter
TypeLaser Level Transmitter
Measurement PrincipleTime of Flight (ToF)
Laser ClassClass 1
Laser Wavelength905 nm
Output Signal4-20 mA, HART
OutputsAnalog, Digital
Communication ProtocolHART
Ingress ProtectionIP67
Housing MaterialAluminum
Power Supply12-30 VDC
Operating Temperature-40°C to +60°C
Pressure Rating3 bar (43.5 psi)
Weight2.5 kg (5.5 lbs)

Summary

Introduction

Safety

General information and notes

General guidance for safe installation, operation, and maintenance of the device.

Intended use

Specifies the device's authorized applications and operational requirements.

Improper use

Lists prohibited uses that could lead to damage or unsafe conditions.

Target groups and qualifications

Defines personnel qualified for installation, commissioning, and maintenance.

Warranty provisions

Outlines conditions that void the manufacturer's warranty.

Operator liability

States user responsibility for installation and operation deviations.

Technical limit values

Highlights critical operational limits for safe and correct function.

Plates and symbols

Safety, warning and note symbols

Explains the meaning of various safety, warning, and informational symbols.

Mounting

Installation safety instructions

Crucial safety steps to take before and during installation.

Installation requirements

Specifies conditions and considerations for proper installation.

Dimensions

Provides physical dimensions of the transmitter for installation planning.

Direct mounting variations

Details methods for direct installation using nuts or sleeves.

Mounting with L-shape bracket

Describes installation using an L-shape bracket for wall or floor mounting.

Mounting with extendable bracket

Explains mounting options using an extendable bracket.

Mounting with flanges

Covers installation procedures using ANSI and DIN flanges.

Beam angle reference

Illustrates beam angle data and proper transducer positioning.

Standing off installations

Guidance on using standing off pipes for installation.

Electrical connections

Cable connection area

Details how to connect cables and maintain ingress protection.

HART communications

Explains digital communication protocol using HART.

DC power supply

Specifies voltage requirements and connection for DC power supply.

Analog output

Describes the 4-20 mA analog output for measurements and alarms.

Grounding

Instructions for proper grounding for EMC protection and safety.

Terminal connections

Illustrates wiring connections for power and communication.

Wiring

Step-by-step guide for wiring the transmitter.

Commissioning

Preliminary checks prior to start-up

Essential checks before initiating the commissioning procedure.

Commissioning using the Easy Setup menu

Guides through quick device configuration using the Easy Setup menu.

Configuration

Operation

Overview of the LCD display and control buttons for device operation.

Menu navigation

Explains how to navigate through the device's menu structure.

Menu levels

Describes the different access levels for device configuration.

Process display

Details the information shown on the main process display.

Switching to the information level (operator menu)

How to access diagnostic info and operator pages.

Error messages on the LCD display

Explains error message groups, areas, and their meanings.

Switching to the configuration level parameterization

Guides on accessing and entering the configuration level.

Selecting and changing parameters

Covers how to select and modify device parameters.

Setting a numerical parameter

Step-by-step guide for setting numerical parameter values.

Setting an alphanumeric parameter

Step-by-step guide for setting alphanumeric parameter values.

Overview of parameters at the configuration level

Lists all available menus and parameters at the configuration level.

Parameter descriptions

Menu: Easy Setup

Detailed descriptions of parameters within the Easy Setup menu.

Menu: Device Info

Information displayed in the Device Info menu, including versions and serial numbers.

Menu: Device Setup

Configuration options for device settings, access control, and units.

Menu: Display

Settings for LCD display contrast, operator pages, and format options.

Menu: Input/Output

Configuration of current output for distance, level, flow, and volume.

Menu: Process Alarm

Management of alarm history, clear alarms, and group masking.

Menu: Communication

Settings for HART communication, including device address and tag.

Menu: Diagnostics

Access to signal waveform, true echo detection, status monitor, and device run time.

Menu: Calibrate

Calibration procedures for temperature sensor, ultrasonic sensor, dry, and wet methods.

Menu: Service

Reference to the service manual for detailed service information.

Advanced functions

Signal waveform

Function for analyzing process conditions and optimizing installation via signal waveform.

Accessing the waveform display

Steps to access and view the signal waveform display.

True Echo Detection

Function to identify the correct echo for accurate measurements.

Configuring True Echo Detection

Instructions for optimizing echo measurement and filtering.

Volume

Describes volume output usage and plotting volume-to-level charts.

Example tank

Demonstrates configuring volume settings for a cylindrical tank with a cone base.

Configure the level settings

Steps to configure level settings for volume measurement.

Configure the volume unit

Setting the units for volume measurement.

Configure the linearization table

Steps to configure a linearization table for custom tank shapes.

Open channel flow

Calculates flowrate in open channels using level measurements and standard equations.

Open channel flow on DTM

Guides on configuring open channel flow using Device Type Manager.

Open channel flow on EDD

Guides on configuring open channel flow using Enhanced Device Description.

Calibration

Ultrasonic level calibration

Explains calibration methods to achieve best accuracy by correcting measurement errors.

Dry calibration

Procedure for calibrating using two known target levels and actual measurements.

Wet calibration

In-situ calibration procedure performed directly from the calibration menu.

Diagnostic messages

Ex relevant specifications

Meter design for general purpose, Ex protection code YO

Specifications for general purpose meters with Ex protection code YO.

Specification

Measurement

Details measurement range, beam angle, accuracy, and repeatability.

Mechanical data

Information on housing material, dimensions, and weight.

Electrical data

Specifications for terminals, grounding, power supply, and output.

Displays (option)

Features of the integrated LCD display options.

Hazardous area approvals

Lists hazardous area certifications and approvals for various standards.

Environmental data

Covers EMC, temperature, humidity, pressure, vibration, and climate class.

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