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Source container FQG66

Radiometric level measurement

BA01327F/00/EN/02.20

71483609

2020-06-19

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Page 1: ...Products Solutions Services Operating Instructions Source container FQG66 Radiometric level measurement BA01327F 00 EN 02 20 71483609 2020 06 19 ...

Page 2: ...Source container FQG66 2 Endress Hauser Order code Ext ord cd Ser no www endress com deviceviewer Endress Hauser Operations App XXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXX XXXXXX XXX XXXX XX Serial number 1 3 2 A0023555 ...

Page 3: ...roduct identification 12 4 4 Manufacturer address 12 4 5 Nameplate 12 4 6 Storage and transport 14 5 Installation 16 5 1 Installation conditions 16 5 2 Mounting the measuring device 16 5 3 Post installation check 20 6 Electrical connection 22 6 1 Connection conditions 22 6 2 Connecting the measuring device 24 6 3 Post connection check 24 7 Commissioning 26 7 1 Preparatory steps 26 7 2 Function che...

Page 4: ...to a dangerous situation Failure to avoid this situation can result in serious or fatal injury CAUTION This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation Failure to avoid this situation can result in minor or medium injury NOTICE This symbol contains information on procedures and other facts which do not result in personal injury 1 2 2 Symbols for certain types of information and graphics Radiation s...

Page 5: ...n refer to the following W M Device Viewer www endress com deviceviewer Enter the serial number from nameplate Endress Hauser Operations App Enter the serial number from the nameplate or scan the 2D matrix code QR code on the nameplate 1 3 1 Technical Information TI Planning aid The document contains all the technical data on the device and provides an overview of the accessories and other product...

Page 6: ...ed almost unattenuated in the direction of measurement only In order to guarantee the screening effect and rule out damage to the radiation source it is essential to comply strictly with all the instructions provided in these operating instructions for mounting and operating the unit as well as all legal regulations surrounding radiation protection Endress Hauser does not accept any responsibility...

Page 7: ...lock pin and padlock Before switching on the radiation make sure that no one is in the radiation zone or inside the product vessel The radiation may only be switched ON by properly instructed staff Do not operate damaged or corroded devices Seek the advice of the competent radiation safety officer immediately if damage or corrosion occurs Follow instructions Conduct the required leak test accordin...

Page 8: ...should be kept to a minimum 2 8 3 Distance Keep as far away from the radiation source as possible The local radiation dose rate decreases in proportion to the square of the distance from the radiation source 2 9 Legal regulations for radiation protection The handling of radioactive emitters is legally controlled The radiation protection regulations of the country in which the plant is operated are...

Page 9: ...Only persons who are exposed to radiation during the course of their job and are subject to official personal dose monitoring procedures may work in control zones i e areas where the local dose rate exceeds a specific value The limit values for the control zone are specified in the current Radiation Protection Ordinance applicable for your area The Endress Hauser sales organization will be pleased...

Page 10: ...mat drive proximity switch Pneumatic drive with proximity switch EIN ON switch position pressurized AUS OFF switch position unpressurized A B L 1 3 3 1 2 4 4 5 5 8 6 6 8 7 2 A0023516 A Manual operation B Manual operation proximity switch L Pneumatic drive proximity switch 1 Lifting eye 2 Radiation symbols fitted when FQG66 is loaded 3 Source container 4 Padlock 5 Operating unit with protection cap...

Page 11: ...ry packaging for loaded unloaded container 1200 47 2 800 31 5 800 31 5 A0042563 1 Dimensions of secondary packaging for unloaded container Unit of measurement mm in 4 1 2 Seaworthy secondary packaging 1200 47 2 900 35 4 800 31 5 A0042564 2 Dimensions of seaworthy secondary packaging Unit of measurement mm in 4 2 Incoming acceptance Check the following during goods acceptance Are the order codes on...

Page 12: ...r from the nameplate into the Endress Hauser Operations App or use the Endress Hauser Operations App to scan the 2 D matrix code QR Code provided on the nameplate All the information about the measuring device and the scope of the associated Technical Documentation are displayed 4 4 Manufacturer address Endress Hauser SE Co KG Hauptstraße 1 79689 Maulburg Germany Address of the manufacturing plant...

Page 13: ...ear 4 5 2 Supplementary nameplate Australia 10 7 5 4 3 2 1 6 9 8 Endress Hauser Australia Pty Ltd Level 1 16 Giffnock Avenue NORTH RYDE NSW 2113 Telephone 1800 363 7377 ENDRESS HAUSER CAUTION RADIATION SOURCE MANUFACTURED BY DATE OF MANUFACTURE SOURCE ACTIVITY SOURCE SERIAL NUMBER SOURCE MODEL No INSTRUMENT MODEL SERIAL NUMBER MAX RADIATION LEVEL AT ONE METER DATE OF MEASUREMENT ISO CLASS No A0026...

Page 14: ...ER RADIOAKTIV STRÅLKÄLLA FÅR TAS ISÄR ENDAST AV STRÅLSKYDDSUTBILDAD PERSON STRÅLKÄLLAN SKA OMHÄNDERTAS SOM RADIOAKTIVT AVFALL VID SKROTNING A0026742 USA Distributor in the U S A Endress Hauser Inc 2350 Endress Place Greenwood IN 46143 9972 A0027291 4 6 Storage and transport 4 6 1 Storage conditions Permitted storage temperature Order code 020 Version option A Manual operation 55 to 100 C 67 to 212...

Page 15: ...y instructions and transport conditions for devices weighing more than 18 kg 39 6 lb Note the center of gravity and weight Total weight 450 kg 992 lb for loaded containers including disposable pallet 475 kg 1047 lb for unloaded containers including Euro pallet A B A0042534 A Original packaging Euro pallet loaded unloaded source container B Original packaging Euro pallet sea freight A B A0026817 A ...

Page 16: ...f access must also be taken to protect other individuals from all possible risk Mounting and removal is only permitted with the switch in the AUS OFF position secured by the lock pin Take the weight of the source container into consideration max 435 kg 959 18 lb Optimum fire resistance can only be guaranteed if the FQG66 is mounted horizontally device standing on the device base If using the devic...

Page 17: ...navoidable if the measuring range is large and the container diameter small This space must then be secured by grip protection and marked accordingly 2 1 2 0 4 0 A0023677 1 FQG66 Order code 240 Angle of emission option 3 20 degrees horizontal or option 5 40 degrees horizontal 2 Gammapilot Two or more source containers are used for large measuring ranges The use of several sources can be necessary ...

Page 18: ...vel detection For point level detection the radiation source container is mounted at the same height as the detector 1 2 5 A0023681 1 FQG66 Order code 240 Angle of emission option 1 5 degrees horizontal 2 Gammapilot Keep the distance between the FQG66 and the vessel wall to a minimum Secure any intermediate area between the source container and wall by grip protection if necessary ...

Page 19: ...A0023787 A Order code 240 Angle of emission option 2 4 or 6 5 20 or 40 degrees vertical B Order code 240 Angle of emission option 1 5 degrees horizontal 1 Gammapilot Horizontal pipes With this type of orientation it is advisable to mount the FQG66 above the pipe Attention must be paid to the effect of air bubbles and material buildup in the pipe 1 90 5 20 40 A0023795 3 Feature 240 Angle of emissio...

Page 20: ...Measuring the local dose rate After mounting the local dose rate in the vicinity of the source container and the detector must be measured LCAUTION Depending on the installation radiation can also occur outside the actual radiation emission channel through scattering In such cases it must be shielded off by the use of additional lead or steel shielding Render and mark all control and exclusion are...

Page 21: ... Pneumat drive proximity switch A high local dose rate also causes the detector unit to age quickly Recommendation Safety shutdown of the Gammapilot M FMG60 via Gammapilot FTG20 see TI00363F 00 and BA00236F 00 The best way to avoid such a situation is to mount a second radiometric measuring system Gammapilot FTG20 that monitors the radiation intensity If high radiation levels occur an alarm occurs...

Page 22: ... in the terminal box Cross section 0 08 to 2 5 mm2 28 to 14 AWG Cross section 0 08 to 4 mm2 28 to 11 AWG Stripping length 6 to 7 mm 0 24 to 0 28 in The following applies for the cable entry of the terminal box Min cable diameter ø5 mm 0 2 in Max cable diameter ø10 mm 0 39 in 6 1 2 Terminal assignment br bl br bl 12 34 A0023553 1 2 Proximity switch for EIN ON switch position 3 4 Proximity switch fo...

Page 23: ...Connection data Nominal voltage 8 VDC Current consumption of EIN ON proximity switch EIN ON switch position 1 mA AUS OFF switch position 3 mA AUS OFF proximity switch EIN ON switch position 3 mA AUS OFF switch position 1 mA 6 1 6 Isolating amplifiers The following isolating amplifiers for example can be connected for signal evaluation Nivotester FTL325N Endress Hauser KFD2 SH Ex1 24 VDC Pepperl Fu...

Page 24: ...ry 4 5 6 8 0 31 8 0 31 A0027177 A0027178 A0027180 Remove the cable sheath Strip the cable ends over a length of 8 mm 0 31 in In the case of stranded cables also fit ferrules Firmly tighten the cable gland and connect the cable according to the terminal assignment Put the cover of the terminal housing back on and fix it in place with the 1 4 turn fasteners 6 2 2 Pneumatic connection LCAUTION The th...

Page 25: ...Does the supply voltage match the specifications on the nameplate No reverse polarity is terminal assignment correct If required Has a connection to the potential equalization system been established Is the housing cover installed and firmly tightened For order code 020 Version with option L Pneumat drive proximity switch is the compressed air supply connected ...

Page 26: ...lation check checklist Post connection check checklist 7 3 Switching ON the measuring device LCAUTION Switching ON the radiation Before switching ON the radiation make sure that no one is in the radiation zone or inside the product vessel The radiation may only be switched ON by properly instructed staff 7 3 1 Manual version with without proximity switch 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 A0023595 A0027121 A0027123 Re...

Page 27: ...e must first be connected to the compressed air supply before the pneumatic version can be put into operation LCAUTION Risk of injury when cover is open Make sure that the pneumatic drive is unpressurized for the entire time the cover is removed The device can be switched ON and OFF with the pneumatic controller 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 A0027129 A0027131 A0027132 Remove padlock 1 Turn the screws 2 6mm across...

Page 28: ... 7 3 3 Manual version with without proximity switch US version order code 010 Approval option AE NRC NOTICE According to NRC requirements it must be possible to switch off the source container at any time without the need for any special tools e g key for padlock Follow the instructions below 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 A0023595 A0027121 A0027375 Remove padlock 1 Turn the screws 2 6mm across flats on the cover ...

Page 29: ...r rod Pull out the source holder rod 5 as far as the EIN ON position Reinsert the lock pin 4 into the bore hole of the guide tube Fit the cover 3 7 2 A0027377 Secure the cover with the screws 2 6mm across flats NOTICE It must be possible to remove the cover at all times without the need for special tools Make sure that the cover is not secured by a padlock ...

Page 30: ...1 Locking screw The locking screw function is only relevant when replacing the radiation source SD00297F 00 No function is associated with the locking screw when switching the radiation ON and OFF 7 4 Switching OFF the measuring device To switch the radiation OFF perform the steps above in reverse order ...

Page 31: ...rities at the source container If there are any doubts about the operational reliability or proper condition of the device seek immediate advice from the competent radiation safety officer Non routine repairs or maintenance must be performed by the manufacturer or distributor or by a person specially authorized to perform the work 8 2 Maintenance tasks NOTICE The following maintenance tasks must b...

Page 32: ...icable regulations The leak test must comprise both the source container and all other affected parts of the process vessel and must be performed as quickly as possible after the incident The leak test procedure described below is intended for the following situations For routine tests during continuous operation When the source container has been in storage for an extended period When the source ...

Page 33: ...lock or in the bore hole of the lock pin if necessary 2 Have the samples analyzed by an authorized organization A source is considered to be leaking if more than 185 Bq 5 nCi is detected in the leak test sample This limit value applies for the US National regulations may specify other limits NOTICE The radiation source is leaking Notify the radiation safety officer and follow his her instructions ...

Page 34: ... considered to be leaking if more than 185 Bq 5 nCi is detected in the leak test sample This limit value applies for the US National regulations may specify other limits NOTICE The radiation source is leaking Notify the radiation safety officer and follow his her instructions Take appropriate measures to prevent a potential spread of radioactive contamination from the source Secure the radiation s...

Page 35: ...diation safety officer responsible LCAUTION What to do if the radiation source container is damaged Corroded source containers must be replaced immediately Only use a genuine spare part to replace a damaged padlock 8 3 Measuring and test equipment Dosimeter to check the control zone 8 4 Endress Hauser services Endress Hauser offers a wide variety of services for maintenance such as recalibration m...

Page 36: ... 2 Cordon off the concerned area by yellow tape or rope and post international radiation warning signs 9 2 1 The shutter cannot be switched to the AUS OFF position In this case the radiation source container should be unbolted from its mounting position and in case the radiation emission channel is located horizontally put the emission channel towards a very thick wall or in case the radiation emi...

Page 37: ...ld only be handled via pliers or tongs and held as far away from the body as possible The time needed for the transport should be estimated and minimized by rehearsal without radiation source prior to execution 9 3 Notification to authority 1 Make necessary notifications to local authorities within 24 h 2 After thorough assessment of the situation the responsible radiation safety officer in conjun...

Page 38: ...rldwide 10 2 Spare parts W M Device Viewer www endress com deviceviewer All the spare parts for the measuring device along with the order code are listed here and can be ordered If available users can also download the associated Installation Instructions 10 3 Endress Hauser services Endress Hauser offers a wide range of services Your Endress Hauser Sales Center can provide detailed information on...

Page 39: ... OFF position using the lock pin If there are any doubts about the integrity of the source container the source must be returned in a separate Type A transportation cask Contact your Endress Hauser sales office for this purpose The aforementioned checks must be confirmed in an inspection report The inspection report must be enclosed when returning the product The transport index must be determined...

Page 40: ...container from fire falls or collisions EIN ON and AUS OFF mechanism works according to the Operating Instructions The container is in the AUS OFF position and secured with a padlock The transport index has been determined The container is labeled according to international regulations concerning the transportation of hazardous materials ADR RID DGR IATA Date Signature 10 5 Disposing of the measur...

Page 41: ...Source container FQG66 Repair Endress Hauser 41 Ensure proper separation and reuse of the device components ...

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