Maintenance and meter exchange
FLOWSIC500 · Operating Instructions · 8025733/1GMJ/V4-2/2022-07 · © SICK Engineering GmbH 133
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9 Check the function by comparing the operating point or checking the display value
(remove adapter on test connection) against a reference measurement.
7.6.2 Exchanging the temperature sensor
1 Loosen the locknut and pull the temperature sensor out of the protective tube.
2 Loosen the plug-in connector cover.
3 Disconnect the plug.
4 Guide the plug of the new sensor through the plug-in connector cover.
5 Connect the plug to the M8 connection on the FLOWSIC500.
6 Screw the plug-in connector cover tight.
7 Fit the new temperature sensor in the protective tube → p. 65, §3.5.3.
8 Enter the serial number of the new sensor in the FLOWSIC500 with the FLOWgate
TM
operating software:
– Connect to device, → p. 71, §4.3.1.
– Open the “Device Identification” tile in the “Parameter Modification” menu.
– Start the configuration mode.
– Enter the new serial number in the field “Temperature sensor serial number”.
– Return to the operating mode. The new serial number is written to the device.
9 Check the function by comparing the operating point or checking the display value
(remove adapter on test connection) against a reference measurement.
NOTICE: Leak tightness check
SICK recommends a leak tightness check after sensor replacement.
The temperature sensor can be greased with heat-conductive oil or paste to
improve its performance.