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Endress+Hauser FMR 231 User Manual

Endress+Hauser FMR 231
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micropilot
FMR 231
Microwave
Level Measurement
Operating Instructions
ENDRESS+HA
USER
MICROPILOT II
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ENDRESS+HA
USER
MICROPILOT II
IP 65
O
rder
C
ode:
Ser
.-N
o
.:
M
essbereic
h
M
easuring
range
U16.
..36 VD
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4...20 m
A
m
ax.
20 m
Madein Germany Maulburg
T>70°C
:
A
t >
8
5
°C
BA 171F/00/en/06.01
Software version 2.0
017479-1000
Hauser+Endress
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Endress+Hauser FMR 231 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEndress+Hauser
ModelFMR 231
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Short Instructions

Calibration with VU 330 or remote operation for buffer and storage tanks

Guide to calibrating with VU 330 or remote access for tanks.

Check installation

Steps to verify correct installation of the device in the tank.

Calibration

Procedures for calibrating the device for accurate measurements.

Check echo quality

Assessing the quality of the received echo signals for reliable measurement.

Software History

Software version 1.0

Details of software version 1.0, its features and changes.

Software version 2.0

Details of software version 2.0, improvements and changes from previous versions.

Notes on Safety

Approved usage

Specifies the intended applications and operating conditions for the device.

Installation, commissioning, operation

General guidelines for safe installation, commissioning, and operation.

Explosion hazardous areas

Safety requirements and certifications for operation in potentially explosive environments.

FCC approval

Compliance information regarding FCC regulations for device operation.

Safety conventions and Symbols

Explains symbols and conventions used throughout the manual for safety emphasis.

Explosion protection

Details symbols and requirements related to explosion protection classifications.

Electrical symbols

Defines standard electrical symbols used in diagrams and connections.

Introduction

Application

Describes the primary applications for the Micropilot FMR 231 level transmitter.

Versions

Outlines the different versions of the Micropilot FMR 231 based on configuration options.

1.1 Measurement principle

Explains the time-of-flight microwave measurement technology used by the device.

Input

Describes the type of measured variable and its acquisition process.

Output

Details the output signal types and their correspondence to measurement values.

Accuracy

Specifies the device's measurement accuracy under reference conditions.

Measuring range

Defines the operational measuring ranges based on product class and application.

1.2 Measuring system

Describes the system components and configurations for 4...20 mA with HART.

Installation

2.1 Mounting in a tank

Detailed instructions for mounting the device in a tank.

General notes

Important general considerations for mounting and beam path.

Alignment

Guidance on aligning the device for optimal signal reception.

Ambient temperature

Specifies the acceptable ambient temperature ranges for the device housing.

Mounting position

Recommended mounting positions to avoid interference and ensure measurement quality.

Nozzle

Considerations for nozzle diameter and length relative to the antenna.

Threaded connection

Instructions for installing the device using a threaded process connection.

2.2 Mounting in stilling wells

Procedures for mounting the device within a stilling well.

Stilling well design

Recommendations for designing stilling wells for optimal measurement.

Ambient temperature

Acceptable ambient temperature ranges for the device housing.

2.3 Protective cover

Information on the optional protective cover for outdoor mounting.

Connection

Housing F12

Specific connection details for the F12 housing type.

Nameplate

Location and information found on the device nameplate.

General notes

Important preliminary steps before connecting the device.

Hazardous areas

Safety precautions and requirements for connecting in hazardous areas.

3.1 Wiring examples

Illustrative wiring diagrams for typical applications and system integrations.

Operation

4.1 On-site operation

How to operate the device directly using its keys and display.

Operating and display module VU 330

Description of the VU 330 module and its operating elements.

Operation without the VU 330

Using the device keys for operation when the VU 330 is not connected.

Operation with the VU 330

Navigating the operating matrix using the VU 330 module.

4.2 Remote operation

Methods for operating the device remotely via HART communication.

HART handheld DXR 275

Using the HART handheld device for remote operation and configuration.

Commuwin II

Using the Commuwin II software for device configuration and monitoring.

Connection

Details on connecting Commuwin II to the device.

Graphical support mode

Utilizing graphical aids within Commuwin II for configuration tasks.

Off-line operation

Configuring the device offline using Commuwin II before installation.

Up-/Download

Transferring configurations to and from the device using Commuwin II.

On-site calibration without display VU 330

Test path

Setup requirements for performing calibration outside the tank.

Calibration and echo suppression

Step-by-step guide for calibrating and suppressing false echoes using device keys.

Correction of measuring range

Adjusting the empty and full calibration points after initial setup.

Lock keys

Securing device parameters by locking the operating keys.

Calibration with Display/Remote Operation

6.1 Basic calibration for tanks

Performing fundamental calibration for tanks, setting empty/full distances and application parameters.

Calibration

Steps for basic calibration including simulation and parameter entry.

False echo suppression

Methods to suppress unwanted echoes that interfere with level measurement.

Procedure A is level echo

Steps for handling cases where the detected echo is the true level echo.

Procedure B is false echo

Steps for handling cases where the detected echo is a false echo.

Check echo quality

Evaluating the quality of echo signals to ensure measurement accuracy.

After calibration

Notes on the device's behavior and output after calibration is complete.

6.2 Basic calibration for bypass pipes and stilling wells:

Calibration procedures specific to bypass pipes and stilling wells.

Calibration

Steps for basic calibration including microwave factor and application parameter entry.

False echo suppression

Detailed procedures for suppressing false echoes in various modes.

After calibration

Final state of the device after calibration and echo suppression procedures.

6.3 Linearisation

Adjusting the output signal to represent tank volume or weight.

Linearisation mode

Different modes for linearizing the measurement output.

Warnings

Error messages and warnings that may occur during linearisation entry.

De-activation

How to deactivate or delete a linearisation table.

Linear dependency

Setting linear relationships for volume or weight based on maximum values.

Linearisation table

Entering custom linearisation curves using value pairs.

Horizontal cylinder

Specific method for linearizing measurements in horizontal cylindrical tanks.

Semi-automatic entry

Procedure for creating a linearisation table using semi-automatic entry.

6.4 Analogue output

Configuring the 4-20 mA analogue output signal.

Settings

Parameters for output damping, safety alarm, and value scaling.

Example: Analogue output

Practical example showing analogue output configuration settings.

6.5 Safety functions

Features to ensure safe and reliable operation, like window suppression and plausibility.

Example: Safety functions

Example configuration of safety functions like delay on lost echo.

6.6 Locking/unlocking the matrix

Securing device settings by locking or unlocking the operating matrix.

6.7 Measuring point information

Reading various parameters and status information from the device.

Communication level

Accessing communication-specific settings like Tag No. and units.

Trouble-Shooting

7.1 Self-monitoring

Understanding the device's self-monitoring system for alarms and warnings.

On an alarm

How the device behaves and displays information during an alarm state.

On a warning

How the device behaves and displays information during a warning state.

Analogue output

Expected behavior of the analogue output during fault conditions.

7.2 Error messages

Listing and explanation of error codes and their significance.

7.3 Fault analysis

Systematic approach to diagnosing common measurement errors and their remedies.

7.4 Application parameter

Setting application parameters to optimize signal evaluation for specific conditions.

Aligning the Micropilot

Steps to align the device for optimal echo quality and measurement accuracy.

7.6 False echo suppression

Methods for suppressing false echoes to ensure accurate level detection.

Evaluation mode

Different modes for factory or customer-defined false echo suppression.

Recording mode V3H0

Options for recording echo suppression maps based on measurement scenarios.

7.7 Window suppression

Suppressing echoes from fittings within a defined zone below the antenna.

Procedure

Steps for configuring window suppression and safety zone responses.

7.8 Plausibility

Checking the plausibility of measured values to detect potential overspill or errors.

7.9 Simulation

Using the simulation function to test linearisation and analogue output.

7.10 Reset

Procedures for resetting device parameters to factory defaults.

Maintenance and Repair

8.1 Maintenance

Routine checks and cleaning procedures for the transmitter.

Exchange

Procedures for exchanging the complete Micropilot or its electronic module.

8.2 Repairs

Information and precautions for sending the transmitter for repair.

8.3 Spare parts

Guidelines for ordering and identifying spare parts for the device.

Modification nameplate

Procedures for ordering and applying modification nameplates.

Housing F12/T12

Specifics for ordering spare housings, including order code requirements.

Technical Data

General information

Basic manufacturer and instrument designation details.

Application

Defines the intended applications for the device.

Function and system design

Details on measurement principle, frequency, and signal transmission.

Input

Specifies measured variable and range.

Output

Details output signal characteristics, resolution, and load.

Accuracy

Provides accuracy specifications including linearity, resolution, and repeatability.

Operating conditions

Environmental and operational parameters like temperature and pressure effects.

Environment

Specifies operating temperature, storage, ingress protection, and climate class.

Mechanical construction

Information on housing material, terminal compartments, and process connections.

User interface

Details on keypad, display, and optional modules.

Power

Supply voltage, consumption, and HART specifications.

Certificates and approvals

Lists relevant certifications and approvals for the device.

9.1 Dimensions

Provides physical dimensions for different housing and connection types.

9.2 Derating diagrams

Graphical representations of permissible operating limits based on temperature and pressure.

9.3 Product structure FMR 231E

Detailed breakdown of product structure codes for FMR 231E model.

9.4 Product structure FMR 231A

Detailed breakdown of product structure codes for FMR 231A model.

Operating Matrix

10.1 Matrix operation

Overview of the device's operating matrix for parameter configuration.

10.2 HART

Mapping between HART menus and the device's operating matrix.

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