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©2013 Technical Marine Service, Inc. LC-100 V2.97
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
Version 2.97
TMS, Inc.
6040 N Cutter Circle, Suite 302
Portland, Oregon 97217
Phone: 503-285-8947
Fax: 503-285-1379
www.levelcom.net

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Levelcom 100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLevelcom
Model100
CategoryDesktop
LanguageEnglish

Summary

LevelCom 100 Specifications

Design Standard and Approvals

Details compliance with industry standards and product certifications.

Electrical and Environmental Specs

Covers power, operating range, humidity, and enclosure details.

Performance Specifications

Specifies tank sensing ranges, accuracy, resolution, and supply air pressure.

General Information

Bubbler System Operation

Explains the principle of bubbler systems for liquid level measurement.

LevelCom 100 System Overview

Describes the LevelCom 100's pulsed bubbler operation and measurement capabilities.

Features and Definitions

Core Features Explained

Defines terms like Bubbler, Buttons, Calibration, Communication, and Configuration.

Operational Features Defined

Explains features such as Hot Menu, Hysteresis, Latch, and Password.

Display Functions

Bargraph and Digital Display

Details the bargraph and digital display for level indication and alarms.

Digital Display Messages

Lists and explains system error messages like LEAK 1, CAN'T ZERO SENSOR, CHECK AIR.

Bubbler Pipes

Pipe Design and Considerations

Covers pipe size, materials, mounting strategies, and special cases.

Special Installation Cases

Discusses specific installation types like drill mud and viscous liquids.

Installation

Site Selection and Preparation

Guidelines for choosing a location and preparing for mounting.

Mounting Methods

Details surface mounting, multiple unit mounting, and flush mounting.

Electrical Connections

Power Connections (115VAC/24VDC)

Step-by-step guide for connecting 115VAC and 24VDC power.

Analog Output and Relay Output

Details on setting up the 4-20 mA analog output and optional relays.

Communication Interfaces

RS-422/485 Serial Communication

Setup for serial communication using RS-422/485, including terminals and protocol.

Digital Communication Setup

Configures the interface for LevelCom 101 repeaters.

Pneumatic Connections

Port Identification and Usage

Explains the function and connection of each pneumatic port.

Tubing Arrangement and Air Quality

Guidance on tubing setup, slope, and the importance of clean air supply.

Basic Programming

Entering Program Mode and Reset

Steps to enter programming, navigate menus, and reset to factory defaults.

Display, Timing, and SG Setup

Configures display units, sample/purge timing, and specific gravity.

Advanced Programming

Tank Table Configuration

Defines tank shape for accurate volume/weight calculations in non-linear tanks.

Password and Hot Menu Setup

Secures configuration with a password and sets up quick-access Hot Menu.

Configuring Outputs

Lights, Horn, and Relay Outputs

Configures front panel lights, horn, and optional relays for alarms/control.

Analog Output Configuration

Sets up the 4-20 mA output for gauge or control functions.

Calibration Procedures

Pneumatic Sensor Calibration

Step-by-step guide for field calibrating the pneumatic pressure sensor.

Analog Output Calibration

Procedure to check and adjust the 4-20 mA analog output signal.

Troubleshooting Guide

Sensor and EEPROM Errors

Diagnoses CAN'T ZERO SENSOR, EEPROM FAILURE, and CHECK AIR messages.

Communication and Calibration Issues

Addresses CALIBRATE menu utilities and output troubleshooting.

Modbus Communication Troubleshooting

Steps to troubleshoot Modbus communication, including protocol and errors.

Hardware Menu and Appendices

Hardware Configuration Options

Details on accessing and configuring hardware options like sensors and SG.

Appendices: Wiring and Registers

Provides serial network wiring diagrams and Modbus register values.

Configuration Interface Maps

Simplified and Detailed Maps

Guides to navigate the LevelCom 100 configuration interface using diagrams.