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Introduction (continued)  Step One 
   
  About  this  Manual: PLEASE  READ  THE  ENTIRE  MANUAL PRIOR  TO  INSTALLING  OR  USING  THIS 
PRODUCT.    This  manual  includes  information  on  the  LVU700  series  Ultrasonic  Level  Transmitter  from 
OMEGA ENGINEERING.  Please refer to the part number located on the switch label to verify the exact model 
configuration, which you have purchased.   
  User’s Responsibility for Safety:  OMEGA ENGINEERING manufactures a broad range of level sensing 
technologies.  While each of these sensors is designed to operate in a wide variety of applications, it is the 
user’s responsibility to select a sensor model that is appropriate for the application, install it properly, perform 
tests  of  the  installed  system,  and  maintain  all  components.    The  failure  to  do  so  could  result  in  property 
damage or serious injury. 
  Proper Installation and Handling: Only professional staff should install and/or repair this product.  Never 
over tighten the sensor within the fitting.  Always check for leaks prior to system start-up.  
  Wiring and Electrical:  A supply voltage of 14 to 28 VDC is used to power the LVU700 series.  Electrical 
wiring of the transmitter should be performed in accordance with all applicable national, state, and local codes.  
  Material  Compatibility:    The  enclosure  is  made  of  Polypropylene  (PP).    The  transducer  is  made  of 
Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF).  Make sure that the model, which you have selected, is chemically compatible 
with the application media.   
  Enclosure:    While  the  sensor  housing  is  liquid-resistant  the  LVU700  series  is  not  designed  to  be 
operational when immersed.    It  should be mounted  in  such  a way  that  the enclosure and  transducer  do  not 
come into contact with the application media under normal operational conditions.   
  Handling Static-Sensitive Circuits/Devices:  When handling the transmitter, the technician should follow 
these  guidelines  to  reduce  any  possible  electrostatic  charge  build-up  on  the  technician’s  body  and  the 
electronic part. 
1.  Always touch a known  good  ground  source  before  handling  the  part.    This  should  be  repeated  while 
handling the part and more frequently after sitting down from a standing position, sliding across the seat 
or walking a distance. 
2.  Avoid touching electrical terminals of the part unless making connections. 
3.  DO NOT open the unit cover until it is time to calibrate. 
  Make a Fail-Safe System:  Design a fail-safe system that accommodates the possibility of switch and/or 
power  failure.    OMEGA  ENGINEERING  recommends  the  use  of  redundant  backup  systems  and  alarms  in 
addition to the primary system. 
Flammable, Explosive or Hazardous Applications: 
LVU700 series should not be used within classified hazardous environments. 
  Warning: Always use the FKM gasket when installing “G” threaded versions of LVU700 series. 
  Warning: Make sure that all electrical wiring of the switch is in accordance with applicable codes.