8
57-640 Eclipse Guided Wave Radar Transmitter - F
OUNDATION
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™
2.2
QuickStart Mounting
NOTE: Confirm the configuration style and process connection
size/type of the Eclipse transmitter. Ensure it matches the
requirements of the installation before continuing with the
QuickStart installation.
①
Confirm the model and serial numbers on the nameplates
of the Eclipse probe and transmitter are identical.
For applications using the Model 7xQ or 7xS steam
probes, it is mandatory to keep the transmitter and probe
matched as a set.
2.2.1 Probe
②
Carefully place the probe into the vessel. Align the probe
process connection with the threaded or flanged mounting
on the vessel.
2.2.2 transmitter
③
Tighten the hex nut of the probe process connection or
flange bolts.
NOTE: Leave the plastic protective cap in place until ready to
install the transmitter. Do not use sealing compound or TFE
tape on probe connection to transmitter as this connection is
sealed by a Viton
®
O-ring.
④
Remove the protective plastic cap from the top of the probe
and store for future use. Make sure the top probe connector
(female socket) is clean and dry. Clean with isopropyl
alcohol and cotton swabs if necessary.
⑤
Place the transmitter on the probe. Align the universal
connection at the base of the transmitter housing with the
top of the probe. Hand tighten the connection.
⑥
Rotate the transmitter so that it is in the most convenient
position for wiring, configuring, and viewing.
⑦
Using a 1
1
⁄
2
" (38 mm) wrench, tighten the universal
connection on the transmitter
1
⁄
4
to
1
⁄
2
turn beyond hand
tight. A torque wrench is highly recommended to obtain
15 ft-lbs. This is a critical connection. DO NOT LEAVE
HAND TIGHT.
①
④
⑥
⑤
⑦
②
③
①