Physical Installation
● Location and positioning guidelines
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3DLevelScanner Operating Instructions © 2013 APM all rights reserved
Pressure
The process fitting must be sealed in the case of a low pressured vessel. Before usage,
verify that the sealing material is resistant to the stored medium. The maximum allowed
pressure (stated in
page 36: Appendix E: Specifications
) is indicated on the type label of
the sensor.
Installation location
Choosing the proper installation location for the 3DLevelScanner is an important part of
the installation process. A Wrong location may result in erroneous measurements or loss
of performance.
The usage of the 3DScanner Locator Software is recommended for finding the optimal
location, which is based on various parameters.
The following factors must be taken into consideration while choosing the installation
position: vessel dimensions, filling and emptying point locations, internal structure or
support and other restrictions related to vicinity to noisy devices (such as electrical motor)
and any other element which may affect the proper operation of the scanner.
IMPORTANT:
When mounting the 3DLevelScanner, do not install the scanner
near the vessel wall. The installation must consider the vessel dimensions.
Installing the scanner near the side wall will result in bad performance and will not
be supported by APM.
Installing the 3DLevelscanner at the center of the vessel is not recommended, since the
perfect symmetry from all sides toward the scanner may affect the echoes distinction.
The scanner cannot be mounted at a distance lower than 500mm (20") from the wall.
When choosing the installation location, consider the filling and emptying points.
Use the 3D Scanner Locator PC software for choosing a proper location.