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NivoGuide
®
Continuous level measurement
NG 3100 - Rod and cable probe
Technical information / Instruction manual
NivoGuide
®
Continuous level measurement
NG 3100 - Rod and cable probe
Technical information / Instruction manual
page 1
Contents
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About this document 2
For your safety 3
Product description 6
Technical data 8
Mounting 28
Connecting to power supply 35
Functional safety (SIL) 41
Set up with the display and adjustment module 47
Diagnosis, asset management and service 72
Dismount 83
Supplement 84
Editing status: 2024-01-25
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UWT NivoGuide NG 3100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandUWT
ModelNivoGuide NG 3100
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About This Document

Functionality Overview

Provides information for mounting, connection, setup, maintenance, fault rectification, safety and parts exchange.

Target Audience

Manual is directed to trained personnel. Contents must be made available to qualified personnel.

Understanding Symbols and Ex Applications

Explains symbols for warnings, notes, Ex applications, and disposal instructions.

Safety and Compliance

Authorized Personnel and PPE

Operations must be carried out only by trained and authorized personnel. Required personal protective equipment must always be worn.

Appropriate Use and Warnings

Details appropriate use, warnings about incorrect use, and general safety instructions for instrument operation.

Regulatory Compliance and Standards

Covers conformity, electromagnetic compatibility, SIL qualification (IEC 61508), and NAMUR recommendations.

Ex Area Safety and US/Canada Installation

Safety instructions for Ex areas and installation requirements for USA and Canada.

Product Overview and Specifications

Scope of Delivery and Documentation

Encompasses sensor, optional accessory, documentation, quick setup guide, and Ex-specific safety instructions.

Type Label and Principle of Operation

Explains type label data and the microwave pulse principle for level measurement.

Packaging, Transport, and Storage Guidelines

Provides guidelines for packaging material, transport, storage conditions, and lifting/carrying.

Available Accessories and Flanges

Details accessories and flange options available for the instrument.

Technical Specifications

General and Material Specifications

Covers general data, materials for wetted and non-wetted parts.

Probe and Cable Specifications

Details process fittings, weight, probe length, trimming accuracy, and tensile load for cables/rods.

Electrical and Environmental Data

Covers input/output variables, torque, voltage supply, and electromechanical data.

Measurement Accuracy and Conditions

Details measurement accuracy, influencing variables, gas/pressure effects, and ambient/process conditions.

Installation and Mounting

General Mounting Instructions

Covers screwing in, protection against moisture, cable glands, and process condition notes.

Vessel Type and Installation Position

Guidance on mounting position, vessel types (metallic/plastic), and nozzle considerations.

Specific Mounting Scenarios

Details mounting in non-metallic vessels, concrete vessels, and considerations for inflowing medium.

Probe and Measurement Range Considerations

Covers measuring range reference plane, pressure, and securing the probe to avoid movement.

Power Connection and Wiring

Safety and Voltage Supply Requirements

Essential safety instructions, voltage supply details, and connection cable requirements.

Cable Glands, Grounding, and Connection Technology

Covers cable glands, screening, grounding, and connection technology via spring-loaded terminals.

Connection Procedure and Wiring Plans

Step-by-step guide for connecting power, including wiring plans for single and double chamber housings.

Supplementary Electronics and Switch-on Phase

Details additional current output and the instrument's switch-on self-check procedure.

Functional Safety (SIL)

Objective and SIL Qualification

Explains the objective of functional safety and SIL qualification according to IEC 61508/61511 standards.

Parameterization and Safety Concepts

Covers tools, safety concepts, safe parameterization, and PIN-based unlock/lock adjustment.

Function Testing Procedures

Details function test requirements, including modes for overfill protection and range monitoring.

Parameter Verification and Process Steps

Procedure for verifying parameters after changes, including string comparison and final locking.

Setup and Configuration

Installing the Display Module

Step-by-step guide for inserting the display and adjustment module into the sensor housing.

Adjustment System and Key Functions

Details the adjustment system, key functions, and operation via magnetic pen.

Menu Navigation and Basic Settings

Overview of main menu, parameter adjustment options, and basic settings like loop name and units.

Level Adjustment and Damping Settings

Covers setting adjustment levels, damping, linearization, and vessel height/socket correction.

Output Configuration and False Signal Suppression

Details current output modes, min/max settings, and procedure for false signal suppression.

Parameter Verification and System Checks

Covers unlocking, character string comparison, serial number check, and function test initiation.

Display Settings and Diagnostics

Details menu language, displayed values, display format, backlight, and device status diagnostics.

Echo Curve Analysis and Simulation

Explains echo curve interpretation, simulation features, and echo curve memory.

System Settings and Data Management

Covers reset functions, default menu values, and copying instrument settings.

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Maintenance and Diagnostic Functions

Covers maintenance requirements, diagnosis memory, asset management, and status message categories.

Error Codes and Malfunction Analysis

Details pictographs, status messages (Failure, Out of Spec), and specific error codes with causes and rectifications.

Measurement Errors and Signal Issues

Describes measurement errors (constant level, filling, emptying) and 4-20 mA signal issues.

Electronics Module Exchange and Probe Handling

Procedure for exchanging electronics module and shortening/exchanging the cable/rod.

Dismounting and Disposal

Dismounting Procedure

Steps to remove the device, reversing installation and connection procedures.

Instrument Disposal Guidelines

Instructions for passing the instrument to a recycling company and proper battery disposal.

Supplement

Trademark Information

States that brands, trade, and company names are property of their lawful proprietor/originator.

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