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Furness controls FCO432 - User Manual

Furness controls FCO432
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Manufactured by:
Furness Controls Limited
Beeching Road, Bexhill, East Sussex, TN39 3LG, England.
Telephone +44(0) 1424 819980
Email: Sales@furness-controls.com
Web Site: http://www.furness-controls.com
FCO432
Differential Pressure
Transmitter
Users Guide
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Summary

Revision Record

Safety Notes and Recommendations

Introduction

General Description

Overview of the FCO432 differential pressure transmitter, its capabilities, and applications.

Enclosure

Describes the IP54 rated ABS enclosure and pneumatic connection types.

Installation

Mounting

Recommends mounting position, notes vibration sensitivity, and mentions mounting holes.

Pneumatic Connections

Specifies pipe-work slope for self-draining and reference port connection.

Electrical Connections

M12 (5-Pole) Electrical Connection

Details the M12 connector type, pin functions for different configurations, and connection diagrams.

Connector Wiring Details

Relay Connections (Option)

Commissioning

FCS541 - 400 Utility Software

Software General Description

Describes the FCS541 400 Utility software for configuring and calibrating 400 series instruments.

Software Installation

Details USB-B and optional RS232 connections and the step-by-step installation procedure.

Software Details

Explains setting custom values, reading/writing configurations, and using View Display and Test a Device tabs.

Software Load and Save Settings

Describes how to save and load instrument settings using the software.

Software Write Settings

Explains saving transmitter settings to a text file.

Instrument Settings

Instrument Menu Structure

Outlines the hierarchical structure of the instrument's settings menu.

Instrument Menu Navigation

Explains how to navigate the instrument's menu using the keypad and software.

PIN Security Function

Describes the purpose and use of the PIN security code for accessing the menu.

Setting the PIN Security Code

Details how to set or disable the PIN security code.

Filter Settings

Explains the purpose of the filter and its considerations for response time.

Display Settings

Explains how to set the display to show engineering units, custom values, or square root.

Units Configuration

Details the available pre-calibrated engineering units for display.

Custom Unit Configuration

Describes setting up user-defined display units for CUST or ROOT display modes.

DP Low Output Setting

Sets the differential pressure corresponding to the minimum output level.

DP High Output Setting

Sets the differential pressure corresponding to the maximum output level.

Decimal Point Position Setting

Alters the position of the display decimal point for CUST or ROOT modes.

Display Low Reading Setting

Sets the display value for the minimum output level.

Display High Reading Setting

Sets the display value for the maximum output level.

Relay Settings Configuration

Contains settings for configuring instrument relays, including function, set/reset levels, and delay.

Relay Function (HYST;BAND)

Alters the operational function of the relay between HYST and BAND modes.

Relay ON Set Level

Sets the display reading at which the relay changes to the ON state.

Relay OFF Reset Level

Sets the display reading at which the relay changes to the OFF state.

Relay Delay Level

Alters the delay time before the relay goes into its de-energised state.

Relay Display Alarm Setting

Selects conditions for visual alarms on the FCO432 display.

Relay Trigger Level Rules

Explains the rules for HYST and BAND relay operations and fail-safe conditions.

Auto Zero Interval Time

Alters the interval time after which the instrument automatically zeros itself.

Auto Zero Function Operation

Describes how the automatic zero function works, including freezing display/output.

Remote Zero Lock Function

Explains how to prevent manual zeroing using the zero button or serial commands.

Purge Duration Setting

Defines an additional purge time to vent residual pressure from the unit.

Test Output Settings

Sets the output to a pre-set value for test purposes.

Communications Settings

Contains settings for serial communications, including Baud rate and Fbus ID.

Baud Rate Setting

To set the communications Baud rate for serial communications.

Fbus ID Setting

Sets the Fbus ID number for identifying the unit with Fbus communications.

Response Time Setting

Used to delay the instrument's response to an fbus communication command.

Flash Update Mode

Puts the unit into its Flash Updating mode for program updates.

User Linearisation Settings

Allows defining linearity correction points to correct for non-linearity.

User Linearising Points

Sets the five linearity correction points and required adjustments.

User Linearising Errors

Sets the five linearity correction errors present at the defined points.

Fault Output Level Setting

Sets the output level (MIN/MAX) in the event of an instrument fault.

Firmware Version Information

Displays the current instrument program firmware installed.

Serial Number Information

Displays the instruments factory defined Serial number.

Unit ID Information

Displays the instruments factory defined Unit ID number.

Output Levels Specification

Details under-scale, over-scale, and fault output levels for different configurations.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Troubleshooting Decimal Point Adjustment

Provides guidance on resolving issues with adjusting the decimal point.

Troubleshooting Display Reads -

Explains that '----' indicates pressure below minimum and suggests zeroing.

Troubleshooting Display Reads ++++

Explains that '++++' indicates pressure above current scaling.

Troubleshooting Menu Setting Changes

Explains keypad behaviour for changing numeric values and resetting digits.

Troubleshooting Lost PIN Number

Advises contacting Furness Controls to restore a lost PIN number.

Error Messages and Descriptions

Error 0: EEPROM calibration data error

Calibration data stored in EEPROM may have become corrupted.

Error 1: EEPROM user data error

User data stored in EEPROM may have become corrupted.

Error 2: Signal ADC conversion error

Main signal ADC failed to get a conversion within its timeout period.

Error 3: Temp sensor out of range error

Temperature sensor bit reading is outside the 0-7000 range.

Error 4: Auto-Zero valve failure

Auto-zero valve sensor detected a fault; check 24V supply.

Error 5: EEPROM extended calibration data error

Extended calibration data in EEPROM may have become corrupted.

Error 6: EEPROM extended user data error

Extended user data in EEPROM may have become corrupted.

Error 7: Diagnostic ADC error

Diagnostic signal ADC received invalid readings, likely faulty.

Error 8: Diagnostic Loop Current error

Diagnostic circuitry detected a problem with the 4-20mA output current.

Error 9: Diagnostic Head voltage error

Diagnostic circuitry detected a problem with pressure transducer output voltage.

Error 10: EEPROM write error

A write error was detected when updating settings in EPROM data.

Calibration Procedures

Recalibration Using Keypad

Guides on checking output levels and adjusting minimum/maximum output and gain via keypad.

Gain Adjustment Procedure

Details how to adjust instrument gain using the keypad.

Linearity and Temp Compensation Adjustment

States that these adjustments should only be carried out by Furness Controls.

Recalibration Using FCS541 Utility

Calculations and Formulas

Pitot Tube Calculations

Provides formulas for calculating velocity from AP and AP from velocity.

Volumetric Flow Calculations

Formulas for calculating volumetric flow rate from velocity and velocity from flow.

Mass Flow Calculation

Formula for calculating mass flow rate using volumetric flow and density.

Laminar Flow Element Calculations

Provides formulas for calculating flow and AP related to laminar flow elements.

Applications Overview

Measuring Direct Pressure

Details using the transmitter to measure differential pressure and scale the output.

Using a Laminar Flow Element

Explains using the FCO432 with an LFE for flow measurement, including configuration.

Using a Pitot Static Tube

Describes using the FCO432 with a Pitot Static Tube for flow measurement, including configuration.

Alternative Electrical Connections

M12 (4-pole) Electrical Connection

Describes the optional M12 (4-pole) connection and its wiring.

DIN Electrical Connection

Details the DIN connection type, pin functions, and wiring diagrams.

DIN with External Zero Connection

Explains the DIN connection with an external switch for zeroing the instrument.

Technical Specification

Specification Features and Ranges

Lists models, ranges, output options, keypad, and measurement functions.

Specification Performance

Details accuracy, span adjustment, drift, temperature coefficients, output resolution.

Specification Construction

Covers enclosure, dimensions, materials, and media compatibility.

Dimension Drawings

Basic Instrument Dimensions

Provides dimensional drawings and measurements for the basic instrument unit.

Pipe Mounting Kit Dimensions

Shows dimensional drawings for the pipe mounting kit.

Wall Mounting Kit Dimensions

Provides dimensional drawings and measurements for the wall mounting kit.

Furness controls FCO432 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFurness controls
ModelFCO432
CategoryTransmitter
LanguageEnglish