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PD6801 Explosion-Proof Loop-Powered Feet & Inches Level Meter 

Instruction Manual 

 

9

 

Installation 

For Installation in USA:

 The PD6801 must be 

installed in accordance with the National Electrical 
Code (NEC) NFPA 70. 

For Installation in Canada:

 The PD6801 must be 

installed in accordance with the Canadian Electrical 
Code CSA 22.1. All input circuits must be derived 
from a CSA approved Class 2 source.

 

For European Community:

 The PD6801 must be 

installed in accordance with the ATEX directive 
94/9/EC and the product certificate Sira 
10ATEX1116X. 

 

 

Disconnect from supply before opening 
enclosure. Keep cover tight while circuits are 
alive. Conduit seals must be installed within  
18" (450mm) of the enclosure. 
 
 

Wiring connectors are accessed by opening the 
enclosure. To access electrical connectors, remove 
the 2 captive screws, then disconnect the ribbon 
cable from the display module and set the display 
module aside. 

 

Unpacking 

Remove the meter from box. Inspect the packaging 
and contents for damage. Report damages, if any, to 
the carrier. 
If any part is missing or the meter malfunctions, 
please contact your supplier or the factory for 
assistance. 
 

Pre-Installed Conduit Plug 

The PD6801 is supplied with one pre-installed conduit 
plug for installations that do not require the use of 
both conduit entries. The conduit/stopping plug 
includes an internal hexagonal socket recess for  
removal. The conduit plug and its factory installation 
are included in all hazardous area approvals of this 
product. 

 

 

In hazardous areas, conduit and conduit/stopping 
plugs require the application of non-setting 
(solvent free) thread sealant. It is critical that all 
relevant hazardous area guidelines be followed for 
the installation or replacement of conduit or plugs. 

Mounting 

The PD6801 has two slotted mounting flanges that 
may be used for pipe mounting or wall mounting. 
Alternatively, the unit may be supported by the  
conduit using the conduit holes provided. 
Refer to 

 

Figure 

1

 and 

Figure 2

. 

 

 

Do not attempt to loosen or remove flange bolts 
while the meter is in service. 

Dimensions 

All units: inches [mm] 

 

 

Figure 1. Enclosure Dimensions 

– Front View 

 

 

 

Figure 2. Enclosure Dimensions 

– 

Side Cross Section View 

 

 

3.35 (85.1)

2.25 (57.1)

(8.2)

5.25 (133.4)

(143.5)

5.65

0.32

3.35 (85.0)

4.15 (105.5)

3.22 (81.9)

(123.5)

4.86

Summary of Contents for Protex Pro PD6801

Page 1: ...ously Display Mountable at 0 90 180 270 SafeTouchTM Through Glass Button Programming 20 Segment Tank Side Level Indicator Bargraph Open Collector Output Assignable to High or Low Alarm HART Protocol T...

Page 2: ...All rights reserved Introduction The ProtEX F I PD6801 is a rugged explosion proof loop powered indicator specifically designed for level applications in hazardous areas or in the harshest environmen...

Page 3: ...c ProtEX Approvals Overview The ProtEX Series carries extensive international approvals for hazardous areas https www predig com videos CTsNXQeRqTA ProtEX Enclosure Unique Features Learn about the uni...

Page 4: ...Main Menu 14 Setting Up the Meter SETUP 15 Setting Numeric Values 15 Scaling the Meter SCaLe 16 Selecting Inch Fraction Display Mode FRACTN 16 Scaling the Tank Level Indicator PERCENT 16 Configuring t...

Page 5: ...Dimensions Side Cross Section View 9 Figure 3 Connector Board 10 Figure 4 Connections without Backlight 11 Figure 5 Connections with Loop Powered Backlight 11 Figure 6 Connections with Externally Powe...

Page 6: ...Mode Rejection 64 dB at 50 60 Hz Environmental Operating temperature range 40 to 75 C Storage temperature range 40 to 75 C Relative humidity 0 to 90 non condensing Connections Screw terminals accept...

Page 7: ...40 C to 75 C Certificate number IECEx SIR 10 0056X Special Conditions for Safe Use Use suitably certified and dimensioned cable entry device and or plug The equipment shall be installed such that the...

Page 8: ...ld be performed only by trained service personnel Service requiring replacement of internal components must be performed at the factory Disconnect from supply before opening enclosure Keep cover tight...

Page 9: ...y part is missing or the meter malfunctions please contact your supplier or the factory for assistance Pre Installed Conduit Plug The PD6801 is supplied with one pre installed conduit plug for install...

Page 10: ...20 mA signal return negative terminal connection when not using loop powered backlight BACKLIGHT 9 30 VDC when powering backlight from external supply BACKLIGHT 4 20 mA signal return negative termina...

Page 11: ...ledge connections are made to two terminals labeled RESET Connect to a contact closure source such as a relay or a pushbutton as shown in Figure 7 Figure 7 External Alarm Reset Acknowledge Connections...

Page 12: ...n Operation To actuate a button press and remove one finger to the glass directly over the marked button area Remove finger to at least 4 inches away from the glass in between button activations SafeT...

Page 13: ...he meter Right Reset Button Press the Right arrow button to reset the maximum or minimum value while it is being displayed see Up Display Button below Press the Right arrow button to move to the next...

Page 14: ...h 1 8th Set display for 1 8th inch fractions PERCENT Percent Scale the tank indicator full and empty values 0 PCT 0 Percent Set the tank empty value 100 PCT 100 Percent Set the tank full value DISPLAY...

Page 15: ...nges made to settings prior to pressing ENTER are not saved Press the MENU button during Programming Mode to return to the previous menu selections Setting Numeric Values The numeric values are set us...

Page 16: ...ling of the meter The minimum span is 0 10 mA Scale Error Message SPN ERR If the minimum span is not maintained the meter will show a span error SPN ERR and revert to input 2 allowing the appropriate...

Page 17: ...arate second scale of the input process variable This is configured in Volume Display Scaling VOLSCAL on page 19 Percent full height shows the percent full of the tank height level indicator programme...

Page 18: ...Medium Set noise filter to medium setting HI Filter High Set noise filter to high setting OFF Filter Off Disable noise filter VOLSCAL Volume Scale Scale the volume display NO PTS Number of Set the nu...

Page 19: ...lay and ALARM until the alarm condition is cleared The alarm status will show on the display even if the output is not wired Input Signal Filter FILTER The noise filter is available for unusually nois...

Page 20: ...moment while the meter is accepting the signal After the signal is accepted the meter displays 20 mA Apply a 20 000 mA signal and press ENTER The display flashes for a moment while the meter is accept...

Page 21: ...he meter will display the message LOCKED when the Menu button is pressed Press the Enter button while the message is being displayed and enter the correct password to gain access to the menu After exi...

Page 22: ...played will reset that value to the current display value Press the DISPLAY button a third time and the meter will display LOOP MA on the lower display followed by the measured input current in millia...

Page 23: ...nostics menu and consult the recommendations described below Troubleshooting Tips Symptom Check Action No display or faint display Check input signal connections Perform hard reset by shorting S and S...

Page 24: ...selection or increment digit Cycle through maximum minimum and mA display mode ENTER Accept selection value and move to next selection Acknowledge alarms To enter the Advanced Features Menu hold the M...

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