Installation, Operation, & Maintenance Instructions
IOM J500.35
2021.04
JMT
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1.3 Notice of Pre-Configuration
Your JMT Magnetostrictive comes pre-configured from the factory to work as designed based on the
application and parameters provided at time of order. This typically means the measurement range of
the transmitter and MLI it is installed on match. If a shorter range is required, refer to the
Rerange
. If it is necessary to reposition the head from the top to bottom or vice-versa,
use the
Flip Transmitter
setting in
Trim
1.4 ESD Warning
See drawing CI-35152-XP or CI-35152-IS for ESD Warnings.
Section 2: Installation on Existing Magnetic Level Indicator (MLI)
2.1 Tools Required:
Pliers/Adjustable Wrench
#2 Phillips Screwdriver (24V terminals)
2mm Allen Key (enclosure set screw)
5/32 Allen Key (chamber brackets)
5/16 Nut Driver or equivalent tool (hose clamp)
2.2 Vibration Kit (if Required)
A special mounting kit with material to reduce the effects of vibration on the electronics is available. If
you did not request this kit at time of purchase but feel it is needed, contact the factory for assistance.
See section
2.3 Temperature/Insulation Safeguards
Sensor shall always be installed on the outside of an Insulation Blanket if one is present. Centerline of
transmitter probe to be no more than 0.75 inches (19 mm) from outside surface of chamber.
If an existing gage has cryogenic insulation in place, transmitter must be installed in a thermowell, or
other device, to protect unit from ice build-up which can damage transmitter. Factory supplied
thermowell is available
Existing Heat Tracing Installation
•
Electrical and Steam
Heat trace must be at least 1” from Magnetostrictive sensor and/or
electronics housing.
•
Refer to maximum ambient temperature rating in section
