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57-642 ECLIPSE Model 705 Guided Wave Radar Transmitter for Hygienic Industries
2.3
Before You Begin
2.3.1 Site Preparation
Each ECLIPSE transmitter is built to match the specific
physical specifications of the required installation. Make
sure the probe connection is correct for the mounting on
the vessel or tank where the transmitter will be placed. See
Mounting, Section 2.4.
Make sure that the wiring between the power supply and
ECLIPSE transmitter are complete and correct for the type
of installation. See Specifications, Section 7.0.
When installing the ECLIPSE transmitter in a general purpose
or hazardous area, all local, state, and federal regulations and
guidelines must be observed. See Wiring, Section 2.5.
2.3.2 Equipment and Tools
No special equipment or tools are required to install the
ECLIPSE transmitter. The following items are recommended:
• 1
1
⁄
2
" (38 mm) wrench.
• Flat-blade screwdriver
• Digital multimeter or digital volt/ammeter
• 24 VDC power supply, 23 mA
• Soft jaw wrench (to tighten electropolished rod to
process connection on model 7xH probe)
NOTE: If soft jaw wrench is not available, attach a flexible polymeric or
elastomeric hose over electropolished rod wrench flats to
tighten or loosen.
2.3.3 Operational Considerations
Operating specifications vary based on probe model
number. See Specifications, Section 7.2.
2.4
Mounting
Make sure all mounting connections are properly in place
on the tank before installing the probe. Compare the name-
plate on the probe and transmitter with the product infor-
mation; make sure the ECLIPSE probe is correct for the
intended installation.
