Fluidwell F115-P User Manual

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4 INSTALLATION
4.1 GENERAL DIRECTIONS
• Mounting, electrical installation, start-up and maintenance of this device may only be
carried out by trained persons authorized by the operator of the facility. Persons must
read and understand this manual before carrying out its instructions.
• The F115-P may only be operated by persons who are authorized and trained by the
operator of the facility. All instructions in this manual are to be observed.
• Ensure that the measuring system is correctly wired up according to the wiring diagrams.
Protection against accidental contact is no longer assured when the enclosure cover is
removed or the panel cabinet has been opened (danger from electrical shock). The
enclosure may only be opened by trained personnel.
• Take careful notice of the "Safety rules, instructions and precautionary measures" at the
front of this manual.
The F1-Series can be supplied as suitable for Safe Area or Hazardous Area. This is indicated in the
model code (shown on the product label) by the Type X* designator, with following options:
• Type XX: Suitable for safe area applications only (e.g. F115-P-XX)
Follow the mechanical and electrical installation instructions shown in chapter 4.
• Type XF: Suitable for explosion proof / flame proof applications (e.g. F115-P-XF)
Follow the electrical installation instructions as shown in chapter 4 and
the mechanical installation instructions of the enclosure that are supplied separately.
• Type XI: Suitable for intrinsically safe applications (e.g. F115-P-XI)
Follow the general mechanical and electrical installation instructions of chapter 4
and the specific installation instructions of chapter 5.
4.2 INSTALLATION - SURROUNDING CONDITIONS
Take the relevant IP classification of the
enclosure into account (see identification plate).
Even an enclosure rated for IP67 / TYPE 4(X)
should NEVER be exposed to strongly varying
(weather) conditions.
When used in very cold surroundings or varying
climatic conditions, inside the instrument case,
take the necessary precautions against moisture.
Mount the F-Series onto a solid structure to avoid
vibrations.
For use in Safe and Hazardous Areas (or Locations), the following conditions apply:
Relative humidity:
< 90% RH
Outdoor use:
suitable for outdoor use
IP and TYPE rating:
IP65 (panel mount), IP67 (field mount) and Type 4X
Supply voltage fluctuation:
As indicated by the supply range (e.g. 10V to 30V),
otherwise +/- 10% unless stated otherwise
Means of protection:
Intrinsically safe:
IS
Ordinary locations:
Class I (PE connected metal enclosure)
Class II (non-metallic enclosure)
Over-voltage category:
II (when supplied from mains)
Pollution degree:
2 (internal environment), 3 (external environment)
Ambient:
Intrinsically safe:
-40 °C to +70 °C, -40 °F to +158 °F
(limited to +50 °C, 122 °F for EPL Da)
Ordinary locations:
-40 °C to +80 °C, -40 °F to +176 °F
Altitude:
up to 2000 m

Fluidwell F115-P Specifications

General

Brand	Fluidwell
Model	F115-P
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English