ABB VA Master FAM541 User Manual

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ABB MEASUREMENT & ANALYTICS | OPERATING INSTRUCTION
VA Master FAM540
Metal Cone Variable Area Flowmeter
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Device firmware: Version B.20 or
higher
Measurement made easy
OI/FAM540-EN Rev. E 08.2019
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FAM540
Introduction
Metal cone variable area flowmeter for the
measurement of the flow rate of operating
volume or mass flow units (at constant pressure /
temperature), if a physical mass flow unit has
been selected.
Additional Information
Additional documentation on VA Master FAM540 is
available for download free of charge at
www.abb.com/flow.
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ABB VA Master FAM541 Specifications

General

Brand	ABB
Model	VA Master FAM541
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English

Summary

Safety

General Information and Instructions

General guidance and instructions for safe operation.

Warnings

Information on dangers and potential hazards.

Intended Use

Specifies the intended applications and uses of the device.

Improper Use

Use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres (ATEX/IECEx)

Protection Against Electrostatic Discharges

Measures to prevent ignition from static charges.

Type of Protection Ex d - Flameproof (Enclosure)

Details on the Ex d flameproof enclosure type of protection.

Safety Specifications ATEX/IECEx

Specifies safety parameters and limit values for ATEX/IECEx.

Special Conditions for 'Ex td' (Dust Explosion Protection)

Use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres (FM/cCSAus)

Device Overview

Overview of device suitability for FM/cCSAus environments.

Ex Marking

Details the specific Ex markings for FM/cCSAus.

Installation Instructions

Instructions for installing the device under FM/cCSAus.

Opening and Closing the Transmitter Housing

Procedures for safely opening and closing the housing.

Type of Protection XP 'Explosion Proof'

Safety Specifications FM, cCSAus

Specifies safety parameters and limit values for FM/cCSAus.

Design and Function

General

Device Overview

Installation

Installation Conditions

Mounting

Installation of the Flowmeter

Electrical Connections

Diagrams and information for electrical connections.

Commissioning

Switching on the Power Supply

Steps to follow before switching on the power supply.

Inspection after Power-up of the Power Supply

Checks to perform after the power supply is switched on.

Adjusting the Alarm Signalling Unit

Configuring the Programmable Output

Operation

Menu Navigation

User Levels

Parameterization of the Device

Overview of device parameters and how to set them.

'Prog.Output' Menu

'Operating Mode' Menu

'Standard Density' and 'Operating Density' Menu

'Current Output' Menu

'Function Test' Menu

Diagnosis / Error Messages

Calling up the Error Description

How to access and interpret error and warning messages.

Error Messages

Detailed list of error messages, their causes, and remedies.

Maintenance

Repair

Safety Instructions

Safety precautions to be observed during repair activities.

Replacing the Analog Indicator

Installation / Disassembly of the Analog Indicator