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Fisher FIELDVUE DLC3010 User Manual

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FIELDVUE
DLC3010 Digital Level
Controller
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Contents
Section 1 Introduction and Specifications 3.
Scope of Manual 3..............................
Conventions Used in this Manual 3................
Description 3..................................
Specifications 4................................
Related Documents 5...........................
Educational Services 5...........................
Section 2 Installation 13.................
Configuration: On the Bench or in the Loop 13......
Protecting the Coupling and Flexures 13...........
Mounting 15...................................
Hazardous Area Classifications and Special
Instructions for “Safe Use” and Installations
in Hazardous Locations 15....................
Mounting the 249 Sensor 15....................
Digital Level Controller Orientation 16............
Mounting the Digital Level Controller
on a 249 Sensor 18..........................
Mounting the Digital Level Controller for High
Temperature Applications 18.................
Electrical Connections 20........................
Power Supply 20..............................
Field Wiring 21................................
Grounding 22.................................
Shielded Wire 22..........................
Power/Current Loop Connections 23.............
RTD Connections 23...........................
Two‐Wire RTD Connections 23...............
Three‐Wire RTD Connections 23.............
Communication Connections 23.................
Test Connections 23...........................
Multichannel Installations 24....................
Alarm Jumper 25...............................
Changing Jumper Position 25....................
Loop Test 26...................................
Installation in Conjunction with a Rosemount
333 HART Tri‐Loopt HART‐to‐Analog
Signal Converter 27.............................
Multidrop Communication 93....................
Section 3 Overview 29...................
Section 4 Setup and Calibration 33........
Initial Setup 33.................................
Configuration Advice 34.........................
Preliminary Considerations 34....................
Write Lock 34.................................
Level Offset 34................................
Guided Setup 34...............................
Coupling 38..................................
Manual Setup 39...............................
Sensor 39....................................
Variables 41..................................
Process Fluid 43...............................
Device Information 46.........................
Instrument Display 47..........................
Alert Setup 49.................................
Primary Variable 49............................
Temperature 51...............................
Instruction Manual
D102748X012
DLC3010 Digital Level Controller
October 2014

Table of Contents

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Fisher FIELDVUE DLC3010 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerFisher
CategoryController
Device TypeDigital Level Controller
Communication ProtocolHART
Input Signal4-20 mA
Output Signal4-20 mA
Power Supply24 VDC
Operating Temperature-40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Enclosure RatingNEMA 4X, IP66
CertificationsATEX, IECEx

Summary

Section 1 Introduction and Specifications

Scope of Manual

Details the content covered in the instruction manual for FIELDVUE DLC3010 digital level controllers.

Conventions Used in this Manual

Explains the conventions and terminology used in the manual for Field Communicator operations.

Description of DLC3010 Digital Level Controllers

Provides a general description of the DLC3010 digital level controllers and their function.

Section 2 Installation

Configuration: On the Bench or in the Loop

Describes how to configure the digital level controller before or after installation.

Protecting the Coupling and Flexures

Details steps to protect flexures and parts from damage before moving the sensor and controller.

Mounting

Provides essential safety warnings and general information for mounting operations.

Hazardous Area Classifications and Special Instructions for Safe Use

Refers to specific guidance for installations in hazardous locations.

Mounting the 249 Sensor

Explains the methods for mounting the 249 sensor depending on its type.

Digital Level Controller Orientation

Specifies the correct orientation for mounting the digital level controller.

Mounting the Digital Level Controller on a 249 Sensor

Details the procedure for mounting the controller onto a 249 sensor.

Mounting the Digital Level Controller for High Temperature Applications

Describes mounting considerations for high-temperature environments.

Electrical Connections

Provides warnings and requirements for electrical connections.

Field Wiring

Offers guidance and warnings for field wiring practices.

Grounding

Explains grounding procedures to prevent static discharge hazards.

Shielded Wire

Provides recommended grounding techniques for shielded wire.

Power/Current Loop Connections

Details how to make power and current loop connections.

RTD Connections

Explains how to connect an RTD for process temperature measurement.

Communication Connections

Describes how to connect a Field Communicator for HART communication.

Alarm Jumper

Changing Jumper Position

Provides a procedure to change the position of the alarm jumper.

Loop Test

Installation in Conjunction with a Rosemount 333 HART Tri-Loop HART-to-Analog Signal Converter

Section 3 Overview

Device Status

Describes the possible device status conditions: Good, Failed, Maintenance, and Advisory.

Primary Variable

Explains the primary variable measurement (level, interface, or density) and its display.

Device Information

Details how to view identification, distributor, model, and revision information.

Alarm Type and Security

Section 4 Configuration and Calibration

Initial Setup

Covers initial setup steps for the digital level controller.

Configuration Advice

Provides guidance on initializing configuration data for proper operation.

Guided Setup

Guides the user through the instrument setup process.

Coupling

Details the procedure to couple the digital level controller to the sensor.

Manual Setup

Describes accessing advanced features via the Field Communicator.

Sensor

Covers entering sensor unit and dimension information.

Sensor Units

Permits setting measurement units for displacer length, volume, weight, and torque rate.

Torque Tube

Details entering torque tube data, including rate and material.

Instrument Mounting

Specifies whether the instrument is mounted to the right or left of the displacer.

Variables

Describes how to view or edit primary variable information.

Primary Variables

Details PV value, units, and level offset settings.

Sensor Limits

Defines the maximum and minimum usable values for range settings.

Primary Variable Range

Allows viewing or editing the upper and lower range values.

Process Fluid

Covers viewing or editing process fluid density information.

Process Temperature

Details how to view or edit process temperature information.

Device Information

Allows viewing or editing HART tag, date, descriptor, and serial numbers.

Instrument Display

Configures the LCD meter display mode and decimal places.

Alert Setup

Covers configuration of primary and temperature alerts.

Primary Variable

Details settings for primary variable high and low alerts.

Temperature

Configures instrument and process temperature alerts.

Communications

Covers burst mode and burst option settings.

Burst Mode

Enables continuous communication for data transmission.

Burst Option

Selects the variables to be transmitted in burst mode.

Calibration

Provides an introduction to instrument calibration.

Primary

Covers primary calibration procedures.

Guided Calibration

Recommends calibration procedures based on user input.

Full Calibration

Computes sensor gain and offset from two data points.

Two Point Calibration

An accurate method using two independent process conditions.

Weight Calibration

Calibrates using equivalent weights instead of buoyancy changes.

Theoretical Calibration

Sets up nominal calibration using hardware and process information.

Partial Calibration

Useful when establishing a second data point takes too long.

Capture Zero

Captures the current torque tube angle as the input zero reference.

Trim Zero

Corrects stored input zero reference assuming gain is accurate.

Secondary

Covers secondary calibration methods.

Temperature Calibration

Allows trimming the displayed temperature reading.

Analog Output Calibration

Trims gain and offset of the digital-to-analog converter.

Scaled D/A Trim

Adjusts accuracy of output following 4-20 mA commands.

Calibration Examples

Provides practical examples of calibration procedures.

Calibration with an Overweight Displacer

Describes calibration methods for overweight displacers.

Density Applications - with Standard Displacer and Torque Tube

Details calibration for density applications.

Sensor Calibration at Process Conditions (Hot Cut-Over) when input cannot be varied

Covers calibration when input cannot be varied, using theoretical information.

Entering Theoretical Torque Tube (TT) Rates

Explains how to enter theoretical torque tube rates.

Accuracy Considerations

Discusses factors affecting measurement accuracy.

Density Variations in Interface Applications

Explains sensitivity to fluid density errors in interface applications.

Temperature Compensation

Details applying correction factors for temperature deviations.

Section 5 Service Tools

Active Alerts

Lists and describes active alerts for instrument status.

Variables

Describes how to view analog output variables.

Primary Variable

Details PV value and % range.

Maintenance

Covers maintenance procedures including tests and resets.

Tests

Includes LCD test and loop test procedures.

Reset/Restore

Procedures for restoring factory defaults or resetting the device.

Section 6 Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Diagnostic Messages

Explains diagnostic messages displayed on the LCD meter.

Hardware Diagnostics

Details procedures to verify digital level controller hardware function.

Table 6-1. Troubleshooting

Provides a guide to identify symptoms and corrective actions.

Test Terminals

Explains how to use test terminals to measure loop current.

Removing the Digital Level Controller from the Sensor

Describes procedures for detaching the controller from the sensor.

Removing the DLC3010 Digital Level Controller from a 249 Sensor

Specific steps for removing the controller from a 249 sensor.

249 Sensor in High Temperature Applications

Details removal procedures for sensors in high-temperature applications.

Removing the LCD Meter

Procedure for safely removing the LCD meter assembly.

Replacing the LCD Meter

Procedure for installing a new LCD meter assembly.

Electronics Module

Information about the electronics module, including removal and replacement.

Removing the Electronics Module

Steps to remove the electronics module from the housing.

Replacing the Electronics Module

Steps to install a replacement electronics module.

Terminal Box

Information on the terminal box, including removal and replacement.

Removing the Terminal Box

Procedure for removing the terminal box assembly.

Replacing the Terminal Box

Procedure for installing the terminal box assembly.

Removing and Replacing the Inner Guide and Access Handle Assembly

Details on removing and replacing the inner guide and access handle assembly.

Lever Assembly

Information on the lever assembly, including removal and replacement.

Removing the Lever Assembly

Steps to remove the lever assembly from the housing.

Replacing the Lever Assembly

Steps to install a replacement lever assembly.

Packing for Shipment

Provides instructions for packing the instrument for shipment.

Section 7 Parts

Parts Ordering

Instructions on how to order replacement parts.

Mounting Kits

Lists available mounting kits for various sensors.

Parts List

Provides a detailed list of parts for the DLC3010.

Mounting Parts

Details parts included in mounting kits for different sensor types.

Appendix A Principle of Operation

HART Communication

Explains the HART protocol for digital communication.

Multidrop Communication

Describes connecting multiple devices to a single line.

Digital Level Controller Operation

Explains how the DLC3010 measures and outputs process variables.

Appendix B Fast-Key Sequence and Field Communicator Menu Tree

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