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Index

SITRANS LR250 (PROFIBUS PA)
Operating Instructions, 08/2014, A5E32221386-AC

301

reset

see Master Reset, 142

Response Rate

explanation, 239

setup, 114

Scope of delivery, 11

sensor reference point

flanged encapsulated antenna, 197, 199

flanged horn, 193, 195

flat faced flange, 225

raised face flange, 219, 221

threaded horn, 189

threaded PVDF horn, 218

Service Interval, 151

service schedules via PDM, 90

settings

adjust parameters via LUI, 62

adjust parameters via PDM, 58, 83

sidepipe

see bypass pipe, 32

SIMATIC PDM

functions and features, 75

overview, 265

Rev 5.2, SP1 features, 76

Rev 6.0, SP4 features, 76

Simulate Analog Input

via PDM, 93

Simulate Input

via PDM, 95

Simulate Output

via PDM, 94

Simulation

via PDM, 92

SITRANS LR250

operating principles, 231

startup

transition screen, 54

status byte

status codes, 269

stillpipe

mounting requirements, 32

Support

contact information, 281

technical data, 179

ambient temperature, 184

antenna, 182

enclosure, 182

environmental, 184

performance, 179

pressure, 184

process connections, 181

process temperature, 184

weight, 182

technical support

contact information, 281

threaded connection markings, 218

threaded horn antenna

dimensions, 189

threaded PVDF antenna

dimensions, 218

trend view

via PDM, 99

troubleshooting

communication, 171

operation, 176

TVT (time varying threshold)

explanation, 232

TVT Shaper

manual adjustment via PDM, 87

via PDM, 84

vessel shape

selection, 115

Wear

powered hours, 92

poweron resets, 92

view via PDM, 92

wiring

cables, 42

hazardous areas, 45

Write Locking

via PDM, 95

Write Protection, 158

Summary of Contents for Sitrans LR250

Page 1: ...Operating Instructions SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 08 2014 Edition Radar Transmitters ...

Page 2: ...und version and in electronic version We encourage users to purchase authorized bound manuals or to view electronic versions as designed and authored by Siemens Milltronics Process Instruments Siemens Milltronics Process Instruments will not be responsible for the contents of partial or whole reproductions of either bound or electronic versions While we have verified the contents of this manual fo...

Page 3: ...__________________ SITRANS Radar Transmitters SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC Introduction 1 Safety information 2 Description 3 Installing mounting 4 Connecting 5 Commissioning 6 Remote operation 7 Parameter reference 8 Service and maintenance 9 Diagnosing and troubleshooting 10 Technical data 11 Dimension drawings 12 Appendix A Technical reference A Appendi...

Page 4: ...nly by personnel qualified for the specific task in accordance with the relevant documentation in particular its warning notices and safety instructions Qualified personnel are those who based on their training and experience are capable of identifying risks and avoiding potential hazards when working with these products systems Proper use of Siemens products Note the following WARNING Siemens pro...

Page 5: ...mbols 13 2 1 2 Laws and directives 13 2 1 3 FCC Conformity 14 2 1 4 Conformity with European directives 15 2 1 5 CE Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Conformity 16 2 2 Improper device modifications 16 2 3 Requirements for special applications 17 2 4 Use in hazardous areas 17 3 Description 19 3 1 SITRANS LR250 overview 19 3 2 Programming 20 3 3 Applications 20 3 4 Approvals and certificates 20 4 In...

Page 6: ... 5 4 Instructions specific to hazardous area installations 50 5 4 1 Reference European ATEX Directive 94 9 EC Annex II 1 0 6 50 6 Commissioning 53 6 1 Basic safety information 53 6 2 Operating via the handheld programmer 53 6 2 1 Power up 54 6 2 2 Handheld programmer functions 54 6 2 2 1 The LCD display 55 6 2 2 2 Handheld programmer Part No 7ML1930 1BK 57 6 2 3 Programming 58 6 2 3 1 Quick Start ...

Page 7: ...92 7 1 5 7 Simulation 92 7 1 5 8 Write locking 95 7 1 5 9 Master reset 96 7 1 5 10 Factory defaults 96 7 1 5 11 Diagnostics 97 7 2 Operating via FDT 104 7 2 1 Device Type Manager DTM 104 7 2 2 SITRANS DTM 104 7 2 3 The device EDD 105 7 2 4 Configuring a new device via FDT 105 8 Parameter reference 107 8 1 Alphabetical parameter list 160 9 Service and maintenance 165 9 1 Basic safety information 16...

Page 8: ...encapsulated antenna DN80 nozzle slotted nut to DIN 11851 204 12 12 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN100 nozzle slotted nut to DIN 11851 205 12 13 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN50 aseptic slotted nut to DIN 11864 1 206 12 14 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN80 aseptic slotted nut to DIN 11864 1 207 12 15 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN100 aseptic slotted nut to DIN 11864 1 208 12 16 Hygienic enca...

Page 9: ... Measurement Response 239 A 2 9 Damping 239 A 2 10 Loss of Echo LOE 240 A 2 10 1 LOE Timer 240 A 2 10 2 Fail safe Behavior 240 A 3 Maximum Process Temperature Chart 242 A 4 Process Pressure Temperature Derating Curves 243 A 4 1 Pressure Equipment Directive PED 97 23 EC 244 A 4 2 Horn antenna 244 A 4 3 Flanged horn antenna 245 A 4 4 Flanged encapsulated antenna 250 A 4 5 PVDF antenna 252 A 4 6 Hygi...

Page 10: ...cyclic data 268 C 7 1 Cyclic data 268 C 8 Status byte 269 C 9 Condensed status 270 C 10 Diagnostics 272 C 10 1 Diagnosis reply available cyclically 272 C 10 2 Diagnosis object available cyclically or acyclically 272 C 10 3 Extended mode diagnosis 273 C 10 4 Condensed mode diagnosis 274 C 10 5 Acyclic extended diagnostics general fault codes 275 C 10 6 Acyclic data 278 D Appendix D Certificates and...

Page 11: ...tation These instructions contain all information required to commission and use the device It is your responsibility to read the instructions carefully prior to installation and commissioning In order to use the device correctly first review its principle of operation The instructions are aimed at persons mechanically installing the device connecting it electronically configuring the parameters a...

Page 12: ...endering of the echo profile and TVT 1 01 01 1 01 01 26 Sep 2007 PNO certification release 1 01 02 1 01 02 10 Jun 2008 Maintenance release for firmware and EDDa 1 01 02 1 01 03 17 Jun 2008 The internal EDD revision has been incremented 1 02 00 1 02 00 27 May 2009 Harmonization of menu structures and parameter names across products Display indicates progress towards first measurement 1 02 01 1 02 0...

Page 13: ...a domestic environment this device may cause radio interference 1 6 Checking the consignment 1 Check the packaging and the device for visible damage caused by inappropriate handling during shipping 2 Report any claims for damages immediately to the shipping company 3 Retain damaged parts for clarification 4 Check the scope of delivery by comparing your order to the shipping documents for correctne...

Page 14: ...ted with transportation damages CAUTION Insufficient protection during storage The packaging only provides limited protection against moisture and infiltration Provide additional packaging as necessary 1 8 Notes on warranty The contents of this manual shall not become part of or modify any prior or existing agreement commitment or legal relationship The sales contract contains all obligations on t...

Page 15: ...ications relevant to safety Observe the information and symbols on the device Do not remove any information or symbols from the device Always keep the information and symbols in a completely legible state 2 1 1 Safety marking symbols In manual On product Description Label on product yellow background WARNING refer to accompanying documents manual for details 2 1 2 Laws and directives Observe the t...

Page 16: ...quipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the oper...

Page 17: ...e of the European Parliament and of the Council on the harmonisation of the laws of Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits Atmosphère explosible ATEX 94 9 EC Directive of the European Parliament and the Council on the approximation of the laws of the Member States concerning equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially expl...

Page 18: ... techniques Radiated radio frequency electromagnetic field immunity test 2006 A1 2008 A2 2010 EN61000 4 4 2004 A1 2010 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Part 4 4 Testing and measurement techniques Electrical fast transient burst immunity test EN61000 4 5 2006 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Part 4 5 Testing and measurement techniques Surge immunity test EN61000 4 6 2010 Electromagnetic Compatibi...

Page 19: ...onnel for hazardous area applications Persons who install connect commission operate and service the device in a hazardous area must have the following specific qualifications They are authorized trained or instructed in operating and maintaining devices and systems according to the safety regulations for electrical circuits high pressures aggressive and hazardous media They are authorized trained...

Page 20: ...Safety information 2 4 Use in hazardous areas SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 18 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC ...

Page 21: ...rage vessels including high pressure and high temperature to a range of 20 meters 66 feet It is ideal for small vessels material such as chemicals food beverages solvents including those of corrosive or aggressive nature and low dielectric media The device consists of an electronic circuit coupled to an antenna and either a threaded or flange type process connection This device supports PROFIBUS P...

Page 22: ...IC PDM FDT DTM platform such as PACTware or FieldCare 3 3 Applications liquids and slurries bulk storage vessels simple process vessels corrosive and aggressive hygienic sanitary 3 4 Approvals and certificates Note For further details see Approvals Page 185 SITRANS LR250 is available with approvals for General purpose sanitary or hygienic and for hazardous areas In all cases check the nameplate on...

Page 23: ...ning In case of improper mounting hot toxic and corrosive process media could be released at the connections Ensure that connecting parts such as flange gaskets and bolts are suitable for connection and process media WARNING Exceeded maximum ambient or process media temperature Danger of explosion in hazardous areas Device damage Make sure that the maximum permissible ambient and process media tem...

Page 24: ...stem and environment will result from improper disassembly Never attempt to loosen remove or disassemble process connection while vessel contents are under pressure WARNING Pressure applications Danger to personnel system and environment can result from improper installation Improper installation may result in loss of process pressure WARNING Exceeded maximum permissible operating pressure Danger ...

Page 25: ...ested meeting or exceeding the requirement of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and the European Pressure Equipment Directive Note The serial numbers stamped in each process connection body flange threaded or sanitary provide a unique identification number indicating date of manufacture Example MMDDYY XXX where MM month DD day YY year and XXX sequential unit produced Further markings space ...

Page 26: ...el system and environment can result from unsuitable environment Provide an environment suitable to the housing rating and materials of construction CAUTION Direct sunlight Device damage The device can overheat or materials become brittle due to UV exposure Protect the device from direct sunlight Make sure that the maximum permissible ambient temperature is not exceeded Refer to the information in...

Page 27: ...2 F with FFKM O ring 20 to 200 C 4 to 392 F PVDF 40 to 80 C 40 to 176 F 40 to 80 C 40 to 176 F Flanged encapsulated 40 to 80 C 40 to 176 F 40 to 170 C 40 to 338 F Hygienic encapsulated 40 to 80 C 40 to 176 F 40 to 170 C 40 to 338 F with FKM seals used on process connection 20 to 170 C 4 to 338 F with EPDM seals used on process connection 40 to 120 C 40 to 248 F Note Details about the process conne...

Page 28: ...ensure there is no visible damage to the device Make sure that process connectors are clean and suitable gaskets and glands are used Mount the device using suitable tools Refer to the information in Installation instructions Page 34 for installation torque requirements Note On devices with a removable head there is no limit to the number of times a device can be rotated without damage When mountin...

Page 29: ...he threaded PVDF antenna is 50 mm 2 An antenna extension 100 mm 3 93 is available for the horn antenna only The maximum nozzle length for the FEA is 500 mm 19 68 when the nozzle diameter is DN150 6 Only shorter lengths are recommended for smaller diameters When installing the SITRANS LR250 with hygienic process connection it is good hygienic practice to install the antenna in a nozzle that has a m...

Page 30: ...Preferred Undesirable Beam angle Note Beam width depends on antenna size and is approximate see below For details on avoiding false echoes see Auto False Echo Suppression Beam angle is the width of the cone where the energy density is half of the peak energy density The peak energy density is directly in front of and in line with the antenna There is a signal transmitted outside the beam angle the...

Page 31: ...ing 4 3 Proper mounting SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 29 Horn antenna Flanged encapsulated antenna Threaded PVDF antenna Hygienic encapsulated antenna Emission cone Beam angle ...

Page 32: ...nic encapsulated 2 Sanitary Clamp according to ISO 2852 12 8 3 4 9 6 DN50 Aseptic Hygienic nozzle slotted nut according to DIN 11864 1 Form A 12 8 DN80 DN100 9 6 DN50 Aseptic Hygienic flanged according to DIN 11864 2 Form A 12 8 DN80 DN100 9 6 DN50 Aseptic Hygienic Clamp according to DIN 11864 3 Form A 12 8 DN80 DN100 9 6 DN50 Hygienic nozzle slotted nut according to DIN 11851 12 8 DN80 DN100 9 6 ...

Page 33: ...3 3 Orientation in a vessel with obstructions Polarization reference point For best results on a vessel with obstructions or a stillpipe with openings orient the front or back of the device toward the obstructions For an illustration see Device orientation Page 33 Polarization axis Polarization reference point Display ...

Page 34: ...e continuous length of metallic pipe is preferred without joints Any false reflections created by joints welds imperfections will lead to inaccuracies of the measurement Joints if unavoidable must be machined to 0 25 mm 0 010 and must have welded connecting sleeve on the outside If using any hygienic process connections in conjunction with a stillpipe bypass please ensure that the antenna lens are...

Page 35: ... Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 33 4 3 5 Device orientation Bypass pipe installation Stillpipe installation Vent Align front or back of device with stillpipe slots1 Align front or back of device with vents1 Slots 1 Horn antenna version shown as example ...

Page 36: ...e handling Damage to device may result from improper handling Handle the device using the enclosure not the process connection or tag to avoid damage Take special care when handling the threaded PVDF and Hygienic or Flanged encapsulated antennas Any damage to the antenna surface particularly to the tip lens could affect performance For example do not sit device on its lens antenna Note For Europea...

Page 37: ...ithout damage When mounting orient the front or back of the device towards the closest vessel wall or obstruction Do not rotate the enclosure after programming and vessel calibration otherwise an error may occur caused by a polarity shift of the transmit pulse 4 4 1 Threaded versions WARNING Pressure applications Danger of injury or poisoning It may be necessary to use PTFE tape or other appropria...

Page 38: ...process connection and its intended use and which are suitable for the service conditions Special Instructions for Flanged encapsulated antenna only Note Use spring washers Lens assembly acts as integral gasket no other required Use recommended torque values for tightening bolts Flange bolting recommended torque Pressure class Nominal pipe size NPS Number of bolts Recommended torque Nm ASME B16 5 ...

Page 39: ...ncrementally until desired value is reached 5 Check re torque after 4 to 6 hours Recommendations for flange bolting Check bolts periodically re torque as required Use new lens O ring and spring washers after removal from installation For instructions on replacing the lens see Part replacement Page 167 See Flanged Horn with extension Page 192 Raised Face Flange per EN 1092 1 Page 221 Flat Face Flan...

Page 40: ...ry approvals For 3 A Sanitary Approved device installation where the customer tank process connection exists a leak detection port of minimum 2 4 mm diameter must be provided at the lowest point in the process connection where leakage can occur If leakage is detected at any time while the device is installed then the device process connection parts must be disassembled and thoroughly cleaned prior...

Page 41: ...h incorrect disassembly Injury through electric shock Danger through emerging media when connected to the process Danger of explosion in hazardous area In order to disassemble correctly observe the following Before starting work make sure that you have switched off all physical variables such as pressure temperature electricity etc or that they have a harmless value If the device contains dangerou...

Page 42: ...Installing mounting 4 5 Disassembly SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 40 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC ...

Page 43: ...taking the device into operation let the device adapt for several hours in the new environment WARNING Missing PE ground connection Danger of electric shock Depending on the device version connect the power supply as follows Power plug Ensure that the used socket has a PE ground conductor connection Check that the PE ground conductor connection of the socket and power plug match each other Connect...

Page 44: ... input and output in order to meet the applicable safety requirements of IEC 61010 1 All field wiring must have insulation suitable for rated voltages WARNING Loss of protection Loss of approvals can result from improper installation Check the nameplate on your device to verify the approval rating Use appropriate conduit seals to maintain IP or NEMA rating See Wiring setups for hazardous area inst...

Page 45: ...A Sanitary approved device Wiring instructions 1 Strip the cable jacket for approximately 70 mm 2 75 from the end of the cable and thread the wires through the gland If cable is routed through conduit use only approved suitable size hubs for waterproof applications 2 Connect the wires to the terminals as shown SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA is not polarity sensitive 3 Ground the device according to loc...

Page 46: ...ler or other current limiting junction box is connected to this device please ensure that the current limit is set to 40 mA or higher Please refer to the PROFIBUS PA User and Installation Guidelines order number 2 092 for information on installing PROFIBUS devices at PROFIBUS PA http www profibus com Basic PLC configuration with PROFIBUS PA Active PLC DP PA coupler PROFIBUS DP PROFIBUS PA PC lapto...

Page 47: ...g options for hazardous area installations Intrinsically safe wiring Page 46 Non sparking wiring Page 49 Non incendive wiring US Canada only Page 49 In all cases check the nameplate on your device confirm the approval rating and perform installation and wiring according to your local safety codes PLC configuration with PROFIBUS PA for hazardous areas PLC active PC laptop Ex ia type DP PA coupler E...

Page 48: ...CEx INMETRO RCM ATEX certificate The ATEX and INMETRO certificates listed on the nameplate can be downloaded from our website Product page http www siemens com LR250 Go to Support Approvals Certificates The IECEx certificate listed on the nameplate can be viewed on the IECEx website Go to IECEx http iecex iec ch Click on Certified Equipment and enter the certificate number IECEx SIR 05 0031X ...

Page 49: ...he Entity Concept allows interconnection of intrinsically safe apparatus to associated apparatus not specifically examined in such combination The criteria for interconnection is that the voltage and current which intrinsically safe apparatus can receive and remain intrinsically safe considering faults must be equal to or greater than the output voltage Uo and output current Io levels which can be...

Page 50: ... Pmax levels which can be delivered by the associated apparatus considering faults and applicable factors In addition the maximum unprotected capacitance Ci and inductance Li of each apparatus other than the termination connected to the fieldbus must be less than or equal to 5 nF and 10 μH respectively In each segment only one active device normally the associated apparatus is allowed to provide t...

Page 51: ...oved dust tight and water tight conduit seals are required for outdoor NEMA 4X type 4X NEMA 6 IP67 IP68 locations 5 3 3 Non incendive wiring US Canada only FM CSA Class 1 Div 2 connection drawing number 23650673 can be downloaded from our website Product page http www siemens com LR250 Go to Support Installation Drawings Level Measurement SITRANS LR250 For wiring requirements follow local regulati...

Page 52: ...e in an ambient temperature range of 40 oC to 80 oC 6 The equipment has not been assessed as a safety related device as referred to by Directive 94 9 EC Annex II clause 1 5 7 Installation and inspection of this equipment shall be carried out by suitably trained personnel in accordance with the applicable code of practice EN 60079 14 and EN 60079 17 in Europe 8 The equipment is non repairable 9 The...

Page 53: ...rostatic charge on non conducting surfaces Aluminium magnesium titanium or zirconium may be used at the accessible surface of the equipment In the event of rare incidents ignition sources due to impact and friction sparks could occur This shall be considered when the SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA is being installed in locations that specifically require Equipment Protection level Ga or Da The equipmen...

Page 54: ...Connecting 5 4 Instructions specific to hazardous area installations SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 52 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC ...

Page 55: ...is device contains lithium batteries that are non replaceable Lithium batteries are primary power sources with high energy content designed to provide the highest possible degree of safety WARNING Potential hazard Lithium batteries may present a potential hazard if they are abused electrically or mechanically Observe the following precautions when handling and using lithium batteries Do not short ...

Page 56: ...r device carries out its level measurement tasks according to settings made via parameters The settings can be modified locally via the Local User Interface LUI which consists of an LCD display and a handheld programmer A Quick Start Wizard provides an easy step by step procedure to configure the device for a simple application Access the wizards locally see Quick Start Wizard via the handheld pro...

Page 57: ...alue Secondary region indicates on request b electronics temperature echo confidence or distance Measured value level space distance or volume Text area displays status messages Units Device status indicator see Device status icons Page 172 a Press UP and DOWN arrow to switch b In response to a key press request For details see Handheld programmer Part No 7ML1930 1BK Page 57 for key functions in M...

Page 58: ...visible menu bar indicates the menu list is too long to display all items A band halfway down the menu bar indicates the current item is halfway down the list The depth and relative position of the item band on the menu bar indicates the length of the menu list and approximate position of the current item in the list A deeper band indicates fewer items Parameter view Edit view Parameter name Param...

Page 59: ...ding New value is displayed in LCD secondary region Updates echo confidence value Updates distance measurement Mode opens PROGRAM mode Opens the menu level last displayed in this power cycle unless power has been cycled since exiting PROGRAM mode or more than 2 minutes have elapsed since PROGRAM mode was used Then top level menu will be displayed RIGHT arrow opens PROGRAM mode Opens the top level ...

Page 60: ... inactivity in PROGRAM mode between 15 seconds and 2 minutes depending on the menu level Change parameter settings and set operating conditions to suit your specific application For remote operation see Operating via SIMATIC PDM Page 75 Parameters menu Note For the complete list of parameters with instructions see Parameter Reference Page 107 Parameters are identified by name and organized into fu...

Page 61: ...ens menu level 1 Mode opens the menu level last displayed in PROGRAM mode within the last 30 minutes or menu level 1 if power has been cycled since then Handheld programmer Display Maximum distance 300 mm 1 ft 2 Navigating key functions in Navigation mode Note In navigation mode ARROW keys move to the next menu item in the direction of the arrow For Quick Access to parameters via the handheld prog...

Page 62: ...arameter Open Edit mode LEFT arrow menu or parameter Open parent menu Mode menu or parameter Change to MEASUREMENT mode Home menu or parameter Open top level menu menu 1 3 Editing in PROGRAM mode Navigate to the desired parameter Press RIGHT arrow to open parameter view Press RIGHT arrow again to open Edit mode The current selection is highlighted Scroll to a new selection Press RIGHT arrow to acc...

Page 63: ...ic value Navigate to the desired parameter Press RIGHT arrow to open parameter view The current value is displayed Press RIGHT arrow again to open Edit mode The current value is highlighted Key in a new value Press RIGHT arrow to accept it The LCD returns to parameter view and displays the new selection Parameter name Parameter number Current value ...

Page 64: ...dit to Navigation mode Numeric editing Moves cursor one space to the right or with cursor on Enter sign accepts the data and changes from Edit to Navigation mode LEFT arrow Selecting options Cancels Edit mode without changing the parameter Numeric editing Moves cursor to plus minus sign if this is the first key pressed or moves cursor one space to the left Clear Numeric editing Erases the display ...

Page 65: ...erisk 1 Quick Start Point the programmer at the display from a maximum distance of 300 mm 1 ft then press RIGHT arrow to activate PROGRAM mode and open menu level 1 Press RIGHT arrow twice to navigate to menu item 1 1 and open parameter view Press RIGHT arrow to open Edit mode or DOWN arrow to accept default values and move directly to the next item To change a setting scroll to the desired item o...

Page 66: ... Sensor measurement units Options m cm mm ft in 1 5 Operating mode Operation Description NO SERVICE Measurement and associated loop current are not updated and the device defaults to Fail safe mode a LEVEL Distance to material surface referenced from Low Calibration Point SPACE Distance to material surface referenced from High Calibration Point DISTANCE Distance to material surface referenced from...

Page 67: ...ss full level See Operating mode for an illustration Values Range 0 00 to 20 00 m 1 8 Apply Apply changes Options YES NO DONE Display shows DONE when Quick Start is successfully completed Press Mode to return to Measurement mode SITRANS LR250 is now ready to operate 6 2 3 2 Auto False Echo Suppression If you have a vessel with known obstructions we recommend using Auto False Echo Suppression to pr...

Page 68: ...con is highlighted that feature becomes active To move a cross hair press RIGHT arrow to increase the value LEFT arrow to decrease To Zoom into an area position the intersection of the cross hairs at the center of that area select Zoom and press RIGHT arrow Press LEFT arrow to Zoom out To update the profile select Measure and press RIGHT arrow To return to the previous menu select Exit then press ...

Page 69: ...s RIGHT arrow to accept it The LCD displays the new value 4 Press Mode to return to Measurement mode 6 3 Application examples Note In the applications illustrated below values are for example purposes only You can use these examples as setup references Enter the values in the parameter tables to select the corresponding functions Configure the basic settings using the Quick Start wizard parameters...

Page 70: ...S LR250 is to report a user defined value of 4 5 m 14 76 ft after 2 minutes Sensor reference point 5 m High calibration point Low calibration point 0 5 m 0 level 100 level Parameter type Parameter No Name Options Values Function Quick Start Wizard parameters Material 1 2 LIQUID Response Rate 1 3 MED Medium 1 m minute Units 1 4 M meters Operating mode 1 5 LEVEL Level Low Calibration Point 1 6 5 5 m...

Page 71: ...n level measurement proportional to vessel volume in a chemical vessel Low Calibration Point 3 5 m 11 48 ft from sensor reference point High Calibration Point 0 5 m 1 64 ft from sensor reference point Max fill empty rate 0 2 m min 0 65 ft min Select vessel shape Parabolic Ends and enter values for A and L to obtain a volume reading instead of level In the event of a loss of echo SITRANS LR250 is t...

Page 72: ... 1 5 LEVEL Level is reported as Volume when a vessel shape is selected Low Calibration Point 1 6 3 5 3 5 m 11 48 ft High Calibration Point 1 7 0 5 0 5 m 1 64 ft Apply Apply changes 1 8 YES Transfers Quick Start settings to device Independent parameters Vessel Shape 2 4 1 1 PARABOLIC ENDS Defines vessel shape Maximum Volume 2 4 1 2 8000 8000 liters Vessel Dimension A 2 4 1 3 0 8 0 8 m 2 62 ft Vesse...

Page 73: ...alues Suitable pipe diameters are 40 mm 1 5 to 100 mm 4 The pipe diameter must be matched with the antenna size Use the largest antenna size that will fit the stillpipe bypass pipe See Dimension drawings Page 187 See Mounting on a Stillpipe or Bypass Pipe Page 32 for installation guidelines This application is to obtain a level measurement and corresponding 4 to 20 mA output proportional to the oi...

Page 74: ... MED Medium 1 m minute Units 1 4 M meters Operating mode 1 5 LEVEL Level is reported as Volume when a vessel shape is selected Low Calibration Point 1 6 5 5 m 16 4 ft High Calibration Point 1 7 0 5 0 5 m 1 64 ft Apply Apply changes 1 8 YES Transfers Quick Start settings to device Independent parameters Propagation Factor 2 5 3 a 0 988 P F for a 50 mm 1 96 I D stillpipe Position Detect 2 5 7 2 HYBR...

Page 75: ...9844 0 988 0 9935 0 9965 CLEF Range 2 5 7 4 settings Low calibration point 700 mm 2 29 ft b Low calibration point 700 mm 2 29 ft b Low calibration point 1000 mm 3 28 ft b Low calibration point 1000 mm 3 28 ft b a Since pipe dimensions may vary slightly the propagation factor may also vary b CLEF range covers the whole measurement range except first 700 or 1000 mm from sensor reference point Note F...

Page 76: ...Commissioning 6 3 Application examples SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 74 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC ...

Page 77: ...7 While the device is in PROGRAM mode the output remains active and continues to respond to changes in the device SIMATIC PDM monitors the process values alarms and status signals of the device It allows you to display compare adjust verify and simulate process device data also to set schedules for calibration and maintenance Parameters are identified by name and organized into function groups See...

Page 78: ...rameters from modification by the maintenance user 7 1 1 2 Features of SIMATIC PDM Rev 5 2 SP1 SIMATIC PDM Rev 5 2 SP1 is supported only for basic configuration and troubleshooting For advanced features such as the Quick Start wizard Rev 6 0 SP3 HF2 or higher is required 7 1 1 3 SIMATIC PDM Version Check the support page of our website to make sure you have the latest version of SIMATIC PDM the mo...

Page 79: ... from our website Product page http www siemens com LR250 1 Check that you have the most recent EDD and if necessary update it See Updating the Electronic Device Description EDD Page 76 2 Set Address via handheld programmer default for PROFIBUS PA is 126 See Device Address 5 1 to use SIMATIC PDM In PROGRAM mode navigate to Level Meter Communication 5 Device Address 5 1 Press RIGHT arrow RIGHT arro...

Page 80: ... siemens com LR250 Quick start Note A reset to Factory Defaults should be performed before running the Quick Start Wizard if device has been used in a previous application See Master Reset via SIMATIC PDM Page 96 The Quick Start wizard settings are inter related and changes apply only after you click on FINISH AND DOWNLOAD at the end of the last step to save settings offline and transfer them to t...

Page 81: ...n setting for your computer monitor SITRANS PDM limits the TAG field to a maximum of 24 characters 1 Click on Read Data from Device to upload Quick Start parameter settings from the device to the PC PG and ensure PDM is synchronized with the device 2 If required change the language for the local user interface 3 Click on NEXT to accept the default values Description Message and Installation Date f...

Page 82: ...TRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 80 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC Step 2 Application Select the application type level or volume and the material then click on NEXT See Application with Stillpipe Page 71 for a Low Dielectric Liquid application ...

Page 83: ... LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 81 Step 3 Vessel Shape The vessel shapes shown are predefined For a vessel with obstructions see Auto False Echo Suppression via SIMATIC PDM Page 87 Select the vessel shape and click on NEXT ...

Page 84: ...86 AC Step 4 Ranges Set the parameters and click on NEXT Step 5 Summary Check parameter settings and click on BACK to return and revise values FINISH to save settings offline or FINISH AND DOWNLOAD to save settings offline and transfer them to the device The message Quick Start was successful will appear Click on OK ...

Page 85: ... device to SIMATIC PDM will result in some parameters being updated Many parameters are accessed via pull down menus in PDM See Parameters accessed via pull down menus Page 84 for others 1 Launch SIMATIC PDM connect to device and upload data from device 2 Adjust parameter values in the parameter value field then Enter The status fields read Changed 3 Open the Device menu click on Download to devic...

Page 86: ... device Upload to PC PG Update Diagnostic Status Device Diagnostics Toolbar Status bar Wizard Quick Start Page 78 Update Echo Profile Utilities Page 84 Maintenance Page 90 Acknowledge Faults Page 92 Wear Page 92 Simulation Page 92 Write Locking Page 95 Master Reset Page 96 7 1 5 1 Echo profile utilities Open the menu Device Echo Profile Utilities and click on the appropriate tab for easy access to...

Page 87: ...ight click on the axis and drag in either direction to reposition the high end of the scale After saving a profile click on OK not the x button to close the Echo Profile Utilities window otherwise the profile will not be saved In the Echo Profile Utilities window click the Echo Profile tab Initial profile graph is blank upon entry to dialog Click Measure to update the profile It is recommended to ...

Page 88: ...to be stored maximum 60 Click on Start A message appears warning of the time delay and warning that all previous saved profiles will be overwritten Click on OK to proceed The new profiles will be saved with their date and time Click on the tab View Saved Echo Profiles to view the stored profiles TVT Shaper Note Double click on each axis to see the X scale and data scale values Right click or Left ...

Page 89: ...oxes Click on Transfer to Device 7 1 5 2 Auto false echo suppression Note Ensure material level is below all known obstructions when using Auto False Echo Suppression to learn the echo profile An empty or almost empty vessel is recommended Note the distance to material level when learning the echo profile and set Auto False Echo Suppression Range to a shorter distance to avoid the material echo be...

Page 90: ...t range 1 Make sure the material level is below all known obstructions 2 Determine Auto False Echo Suppression Range Measure the actual distance from the sensor reference point to the material surface using a rope or tape measure Subtract 0 5 m 20 from this distance and use the resulting value 3 Open the menu Device Echo Profile Utilities and click on the tab Auto False Echo Suppression 4 Make sur...

Page 91: ...erating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 89 Before Auto False Echo Suppression TVT Hover Level Echo marker Default TVT Material level False echo After Auto False Echo Suppression False echo Material level Learned TVT Default TVT Auto False Echo Suppression Range Echo marker ...

Page 92: ... setup Provides quick access to echo selection filtering and response rate parameters Open the menu Device Echo Profile Utilities and click on Echo Setup 7 1 5 4 Maintenance You can set schedules and reminders for device maintenance based on its projected lifetime sensor maintenance based on its projected lifetime service calibration ...

Page 93: ...ed Reminder 2 before Lifetime Demanded 3 Click Write 4 Click Read to see the effects of your modification 5 Click Snooze to add a year to the Total Expected Device Life To set Service Calibration schedules 1 Open the menu Device Maintenance and click on the Service Calibration Schedule tab 2 Modify desired values and if desired set reminders for either or both of Reminder 1 before Lifetime Require...

Page 94: ...imes it has been powered up Open the menu Device Wear to view Powered Hours Power on Resets 7 1 5 7 Simulation Note The Simulation parameter influences output to the control system Two options enable you to test the functioning of the Analog Input Function Blocks or the functioning of everything between the Transducer Block and Output For more details see Analog Input Function Blocks 1 and 2 Page ...

Page 95: ...ion Measured value 3 Enable simulation enter a percentage value set the desired quality and status and click on Transfer See Status Byte Page 269 for more information on status and quality 4 The Output value from the desired function block is displayed in PDM and the LCD displays the substitute value See Simulate Output below to set the output mode 5 After simulation is complete disable simulation...

Page 96: ...put 1 Open the menu Device Simulation select function block 1 or 2 and click on the tab Simulation Output 2 Select Manual Mode from options AUTO Manual or Out of Service and click on Transfer 3 Enter simulated value and click on Transfer 4 After simulation is complete return to Simulate Output reselect AUTO mode and click on Transfer ...

Page 97: ...ct Ramp enter the step length and number of steps 4 Enter the simulated value and click on Transfer 5 After simulation is complete disable simulation and click on Transfer 7 1 5 8 Write locking Prevents any changes to parameters via PDM or the hand held programmer If Write Locking is enabled the data can be viewed but not modified To enable disable Write Locking 1 Open the menu Device Write Lockin...

Page 98: ...the address lock was on will disable the lock 7 1 5 10 Factory defaults Factory Defaults resets all user parameters to the default settings with certain exceptions The list of exceptions includes but is not limited to Tag Message Descriptor Installation Data Device Address Write Protection Auto False Echo Suppression Range Learned TVT To perform a reset to Factory Defaults 1 Open the menu Device M...

Page 99: ...blocks electronics temperature and device status Process variables To compare outputs in real time open the menu View Process Variables Note To view peak sensor values peak FB1 and FB2 values or peak electronics temperatures see Device Diagnostics Page 100 Sensor Value and simulation setting Electronics temperature Measured Value level volume and distance together with quality and status ...

Page 100: ...perating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC Function blocks Open the menu View Process Variables and click on Function Blocks to view the channel level volume space or distance operating mode Auto Manual or Out of Service quality status simulation setting and summary of alarms ...

Page 101: ...SIMATIC PDM SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 99 Trend view Open the menu View Process Variables and click on Trend View to monitor Sensor Value and values for AIFB1 and AIFB2 trend line trend lines ...

Page 102: ...ostics Device status Open the menu View Device Diagnostics and go to Device Status to view Diagnostics Device Status Extended Diagnostics and Maintenance Diagnostics In the Device Status window click on the Diagnostics tab then on the Update diagnostics button to update diagnostic information and refresh linked icons Update diagnostics ...

Page 103: ...ating via SIMATIC PDM SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 101 Device Status Click on the Device Status tab to view peak sensor values peak FB1 and FB2 values and peak electronics temperatures ...

Page 104: ... 2014 A5E32221386 AC Analog Input 1 Analog Input 2 Open the menu View Device Diagnostics and go to Analog Input 1 Analog Input 2 Click on the tab Overview to see the status of all warnings and alarms Click on the tab Alarms and Warnings for details Update Open the menu View Update to refresh the screen ...

Page 105: ...ons maintenance or specialist If a password has been set it will not be possible to open the project as a specialist without it A maintenance user will be able to open the project without a password but will not have access to security and communication control parameters 1 Open a project double click on the device icon and in the User window select Specialist 2 Open the menu Options Settings and ...

Page 106: ...Data Description for the device 7 2 1 Device Type Manager DTM A DTM is a type of software that plugs into FDT It contains the same information as an EDD but an EDD is independent of the operating system 7 2 2 SITRANS DTM SITRANS DTM is an EDDL interpreter developed by Siemens to interpret the EDD for that device To use SITRANS DTM to connect to a device you must first install SITRANS DTM on your s...

Page 107: ...DD for SITRANS DTM can be downloaded from our website Product page http www siemens com LR250 Go to Support Software Downloads 7 2 4 Configuring a new device via FDT The full process to configure a field device via FDT is outlined in an Application Guide which can be downloaded from our website under Support Application Guides Product page http www siemens com LR250 ...

Page 108: ...Remote operation 7 2 Operating via FDT SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 106 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC ...

Page 109: ...ve a modification Parameters are identified by name and organized into function groups See LCD menu structure Page 285 for a chart Parameters accessible via the handheld programmer are followed by the device menu number in parenthesis Parameters not followed by a number are accessible only via remote operation For more details see Operating via SIMATIC PDM Page 75 The Quick Start wizard provides a...

Page 110: ... 1 2 Response Rate 1 3 Units 1 4 Operating Mode 1 5 Low Calibration Point 1 6 High Calibration Point 1 7 Apply Apply changes 1 8 Setup 2 Note Default settings in the parameter tables are indicated with an asterisk unless explicitly stated Values shown in the following tables can be entered via the handheld programmer ...

Page 111: ...at can be used in any way Limited to 32 ASCII characters No specific recommended use Message 2 1 3 Text that can be used in any way Limited to 32 ASCII characters No specific recommended use Device 2 2 Hardware Revision 2 2 1 Read only Corresponds to the electronics hardware of the Field Device Firmware Revision 2 2 2 Read only Corresponds to the software or firmware that is embedded in the Field ...

Page 112: ... via SIMATIC PDM Default unit of AIFB1 or 2 is percent You can select a different unit for your application PV Primary Value the output from the Level Transducer Block See Transducer Block function groups Page 258 and How the Transducer Block works Page 259 for more details Select units for either volume or level Level values m cm mm ft in Volume values liter gal Percent value Temperature Units 2 ...

Page 113: ...d Related parameters Propagation Factor 2 5 3 Position Detect 2 5 7 2 CLEF Range 2 5 7 4 a dK 3 0 You can configure each of the related parameters to suit your particular application LOE Timer 2 3 6 Note When a Loss of Echo occurs Value 2 6 9 2 determines the material level to be reported when LOE Timer expires See Loss of Echo LOE Page 240 for more detail Sets the time to elapse since the last va...

Page 114: ...on Page 192 and Flanged encapsulated antenna 3 DN80 80A sizes and larger Page 198 Values Range 0 to 20 m Default 20 00 m Related parameters Unit 2 3 1 Far Range 2 5 2 High Calibration Pt 2 3 7 2 Distance from sensor reference point 1 to High Calibration Point corresponding to High Level Point Units are defined in Unit 2 3 1 Values Range 0 to 20 m Default 0 00 m Related parameters Unit 2 3 1 Near R...

Page 115: ...The units are defined in Unit 2 3 1 Values Range 99 999 to 99 999 Default 0 00 m Related parameters Units 2 3 1 Low Level Point 2 3 7 4 The level when the material is at Low Calibration Point The unit is defined in Level units Values Range 999999 00 to 999999 00 Default 0 High Level Point 2 3 7 5 The level when the material is at High Calibration Point The unit is defined in Level units Values Ran...

Page 116: ...ever Response rate 2 3 8 1 is altered Options Range 0 to 99999 m min Response rate 2 3 8 1 Fill rate Slow 0 1 m min 0 32 ft min Medium 1 0 m min 3 28 ft min Fast 10 0 m min 32 8 ft min Altered by Response rate 2 3 8 1 Related parameters Level unit 2 3 2 Enter a value slightly greater than the maximum vessel filling rate in units per minute Empty Rate 2 3 8 3 Defines the maximum rate at which the r...

Page 117: ...rsion is performed Select the vessel shape matching the monitored vessel or reservoir Vessel Shape LCD DISPLAY Description Also required None NONE No volume calculation required N A CYLINDER Flat end horizontal cylinder Maximum volume SPHERE Sphere Maximum volume LINEAR Upright linear flat bottom Maximum volume CONICAL BOT Conical or pyramidal bottom Maximum volume dimension A PARABOLIC BOT Parabo...

Page 118: ...e values see XY index 2 4 1 5 to be transferred Maximum Volume 2 4 1 2 The maximum volume of the vessel Units are defined in PV Units volume level 2 3 3 Enter the vessel volume corresponding to High Calibration Point The volume calculation is based on the maximum volume and scaled according to the vessel shape selected If no vessel shape is entered the default is 100 and the reading will be a perc...

Page 119: ...99 in Level Units Default 0 0 Related Parameters Vessel Shape 2 4 1 1 XY index 2 4 1 5 Level Volume breakpoints allow you to define a complex vessel shape as a series of segments A value is assigned to each level breakpoint and a corresponding value is assigned to each volume breakpoint Volume values are defined in volume units and can be percent or volumetric level values are defined in level uni...

Page 120: ...Setup 2 Sensor 2 3 Level Unit 2 3 2 and select the desired unit 2 Navigate to Setup 2 Sensor 2 3 PV Units volume level 2 3 3 and select the desired volume units 3 Go to XY index 2 4 1 5 and enter the number of the breakpoint you wish to adjust for example for breakpoint 1 enter 1 4 Go to X value 2 4 1 6 and enter the level value for the breakpoint just identified 5 Go to Y value 2 4 1 7 and enter ...

Page 121: ...Dimension drawings Page 187 for antenna heights Values Range 0 to 20 m 0 to 65 6 ft Default depends on antenna type and process connection Examples 1 5 threaded horn 185 3 mm 7 3 4 horn with stainless steel flange 100 mm 4 extension 373 3 mm 14 7 Related parameters Units 2 3 1 Far Range 2 5 2 Note Far Range can extend beyond the bottom of the vessel Allows the material level to drop below Low Cali...

Page 122: ...40 mm 1 5 50 mm 2 80 mm 3 100 mm 4 Propagation Factor 0 9844 0 988 0 9935 0 9965 CLEF Range 2 5 7 4 Low calibration point 700 mm 2 29 ft b Low calibration point 700 mm 2 29 ft b Low calibration point 1000 mm 3 28 ft b Low calibration point 1000 mm 3 28 ft b a Since pipe dimensions may vary slightly the propagation factor may also vary b CLEF range covers the whole measurement range except first 70...

Page 123: ...e 1 to 25 Default 25 Echo Select 2 5 7 Algorithm 2 5 7 1 Selects the algorithm to be applied to the echo profile to extract the true echo Options tF True First echo L Largest echo BLF Best of Largest and First echo Position Detect 2 5 7 2 Note If a stillpipe is used the setting for CLEF range is determined by the horn size see CLEF Range 2 5 7 4 for a table of values Defines where on the echo the ...

Page 124: ...nge is referenced from Low Calibration Point process empty level The CLEF algorithm is used mainly to allow correct level reporting for low dK materials which may otherwise cause an incorrect reading in an empty or almost empty vessel It is used from Low Calibration Point process empty level up to the level defined by CLEF Range see illustration below Above that point the Center algorithm is used ...

Page 125: ...ons Lock Off no verification Maximum Verification not recommended for radar Material Agitator Total Lock not recommended for radar Related parameters Fill Rate 2 3 8 2 Empty rate 2 3 8 3 Sampling up 2 5 8 2 Sampling down 2 5 8 3 For radar applications Material Agitator is the most often used setting to avoid agitator blade detection Sampling Up 2 5 8 2 Specifies the number of consecutive echoes th...

Page 126: ... for echo confidence Values view only 0 to 99 Shot not used Related Parameters Echo Threshold 2 5 7 3 Open the menu Device Echo Profile Utilities and click on the tab Echo Profile Echo Strength 2 5 9 2 Displays the absolute strength in dB above 1 μV rms of the echo selected as the measurement echo Values view only 22 to 99 Open the menu Device Echo Profile Utilities and click on the tab Echo Profi...

Page 127: ...wn obstructions when Auto False Echo Suppression is used to learn the echo profile An empty or almost empty vessel is recommended Note the distance to material level when Auto False Echo learns the environment Set Auto False Echo Suppression Range to a shorter distance to avoid the material echo being screened out Set Auto False Echo Suppression and Auto False Echo Suppression Range during startup...

Page 128: ...age 236 To set Auto False Echo Suppression via the handheld programmer Options OFF Default TVT will be used ON Learned TVT will be used LEARN Learn the TVT 1 Determine Auto False Echo Suppression Range Measure the actual distance from the sensor reference point to the material surface using a rope or tape measure 2 Subtract 0 5 m 20 from this distance and use the resulting value 3 Go to Auto False...

Page 129: ...to False Echo Suppression 2 5 10 1 Hover Level 2 5 10 3 Defines how high the TVT Time Varying Threshold is placed above the noise floor of the echo profile as a percentage of the difference between the peak of the largest echo in the profile and the noise floor See Auto False Echo Suppression 2 5 10 1 for an illustration Values Range 0 to 100 Default 40 When the device is located in the center of ...

Page 130: ...DM 1 Go to Level Meter Setup Signal Processing TVT setup Shaper Mode and select On 2 Open the menu Device Echo Profile Utilities and click on TVT Shaper For more detail see TVT Shaper via SIMATIC PDM Page 86 To use TVT shaper via LUI local user interface 1 Go to Shaper Mode 2 5 10 4 and select ON 2 In TVT shaper go to Breakpoints 1 9 2 5 11 1 3 Open Breakpoint 1 and enter the TVT Offset value betw...

Page 131: ... revision level of the static data associated with Analog Input Function Block 1 The Static Revision No is updated whenever a configuration parameter is changed Actual mode 2 6 2 Used to request an operating mode from the Analog Input Function Block Options Auto Mode AUTO Manual Mode MAN Out of Service O S Allows you to put the SITRANS LR250 into Out of Service Mode and then reset it to Auto Mode ...

Page 132: ...nes the operational upper range value of the input value Process Value Scale in PV volume level Units Process Value Scale normalizes the input value to a customer defined range Values Range 999999 to 999999 Default 100 Provides Output values Out to AIFB1 or AIFB2 Lower Value 2 6 5 2 Defines the operational lower range value of the input value Process Value Scale in PV volume level Units Process Va...

Page 133: ...al upper range value of the output value in AIFB1 units Values Range 999999 to 999999 Default 100 Lower Value 2 6 6 2 Defines the operational lower range value of the output value in AIFB1 units Values Range 999999 to 999999 Default 0 Alarms and Warnings 2 6 7 Upper Limit Alarm 2 6 7 1 The setting for the upper alarm limit in AIFB1 units Values Range 999999 to 999999 Default 999999 Upper Limit War...

Page 134: ...the same value as a limit A high level alarm occurs when a value exceeds an upper limit The alarm s status remains true until the value drops below the limit minus the alarm hysteresis The directions are reversed for low limit detection Values Range 999999 to 999999 Default 0 50 Enter a value for the hysteresis here to be used for all warnings and alarms The units are the same as the Output scale ...

Page 135: ...mber of digits to display after the decimal point The LCD is limited to displaying two decimal places in Measurement mode In SIMATIC PDM up to seven decimal places may be used to display measured values Options Range 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Default 2 Fail safe Mode 2 6 9 Mode 2 6 9 1 Fail safe Mode occurs if the status of the input value is bad or if the device has been put into Fail safe mode using Simul...

Page 136: ...fined in Unit 2 6 8 2 Values Range 999999 to 999999 Default 0 AIFB2 2 7 See AIFB1 2 6 the parameters for AIFB2 are identical Measured Values 2 8 Read only Allows you to view measured values for diagnostic purposes In SIMATIC PDM open the menu View Process Variables Main Output PV Primary Value 2 8 1 The value for level or volume if volume conversion is selected Output no linearization SV1 Secondar...

Page 137: ...lities via SIMATIC PDM Page 84 for more detail To request a profile via the handheld programmer Echo confidence value Measure icon deselected Algorithm selection tFirst echo Exit icon selected Distance value Measure icon selected TVT curve Exit icon deselected Material level 1 Navigate to Level Meter Diagnostics 3 Echo Profile 3 1 2 Press RIGHT arrow to request a profile See Requesting an Echo Pro...

Page 138: ...manded S12 Internal Temperature High S17 Calibration Schedule Reminder 1 Maintenance Required S18 Calibration Schedule Reminder 2 Maintenance Demanded To clear a fault using the handheld programmer Enter the fault code number then press RIGHT arrow To clear a fault via SIMATIC PDM 1 Open the menu Device Acknowledge Faults 2 Select the fault to be cleared from the pull down menu in Extended Diagnos...

Page 139: ...ex number In Event Status 3 5 2 you can assign a status to the selected event In Event Diagnosis 3 5 3 you can assign a diagnosis to the selected event Enable 3 4 1 Note When cyclic communication is in progress Condensed Status Mode cannot be changed Options NO disabled YES enabled Select Yes or No to enable disable Condensed Mode Features supported 3 4 2 Read only Features supported are Condensed...

Page 140: ...tion 34 S34 Velocity Calibration 35 S35 Receiver Init Calibration 36 S36 Receiver Calibration 37 S37 Technology Module Calibration 38 S38 Technology Module Ramp a See General Fault Codes Page 173 for the meaning of each event For example Event Code for Loss of Echo S0 Event Index 0 To select a particular event via the handheld programmer 1 Go to Enable 3 4 1 and select Yes to enable Condensed Mode...

Page 141: ...ertain process related no maintenance Bad process related no maintenance Bad function check local override Good function check To assign a status to a particular event via the handheld programmer 1 Go to Enable 3 4 1 and select Yes to enable Condensed Mode 2 Go to Event Index 3 5 1 and enter the event index number corresponding to a particular event 3 Go to Event Status 3 5 2 and choose a Status o...

Page 142: ...Yes to enable Condensed Mode 2 Go to Event Index 3 5 1 and enter the event index number corresponding to a particular event 3 Go to Event Diagnosis 3 5 3 and choose a Diagnosis option from the table above To assign a status to a particular event via SIMATIC PDM 1 Go to Level Meter Diagnostics Condensed Status Setup and select Yes to enable Condensed Status Mode 2 Go to Level Meter Diagnostics Cond...

Page 143: ...t Value AIFB1 3 6 4 The maximum recorded Output Value from the Analog Input Function Block 1 Minimum Output Value AIFB2 3 6 5 The minimum recorded Output Value from the Analog Input Function Block 2 Maximum Output Value AIFB2 3 6 6 The maximum recorded Output Value from the Analog Input Function Block 2 Service 4 Note Default settings in the parameter tables are indicated with an asterisk unless e...

Page 144: ... Standard Defaults Resets all resettable parameters excluding device addresses to the PROFIBUS standard default settings Informational Resets Tag parameter Functional Resets parameters that control device behavior and functionality such as calibration points Warm Start Has the same effect as recycling power to the device Reset Address to 126 Resets the PROFIBUS device address to 126 If the address...

Page 145: ...tead of a calendar based schedule See also Remaining Sensor Lifetime 4 3 Service Schedule 4 4 and Calibration Schedule 4 5 Performing a reset to Factory Defaults will reset all the Maintenance Schedule parameters to their factory defaults The device operates in years To view Remaining Device Lifetime parameters in hours or days via SIMATIC PDM only see Lifetime Expected 4 2 1 The device tracks its...

Page 146: ...t you use SIMATIC PCS7 Asset Management Software in conjunction with SIMATIC PDM To access these parameters via SIMATIC PDM Open the menu Device Maintenance and select the Remaining Device Lifetime tab After modifying values units as required click on Write to accept the change and Read to view the effect of the change Click on Snooze to add a year to the Total Expected Device Life Time Units Opti...

Page 147: ...re selectable only via SIMATIC PDM Time in Operation 4 2 2 Read only The amount of time the device has been operating Remaining Lifetime 4 2 3 Read only Lifetime Expected 4 2 1 less Time in Operation 4 2 2 Reminder Activation 4 2 4 Note To modify this parameter via SIMATIC PDM it must be accessed via the pull down menu Device Maintenance Allows you to enable a maintenance reminder Values Reminder ...

Page 148: ...icates which level of maintenance reminder is active In SIMATIC PDM open the menu View Device Diagnostics select Device Status click on the Maintenance tab and check the Device Lifetime Status window Acknowledge Status 4 2 8 Indicates which level of maintenance reminder has been acknowledged In SIMATIC PDM open the menu View Device Diagnostics select Device Status click on the Maintenance tab and ...

Page 149: ...device operates in years To view Remaining Sensor Lifetime parameters in hours or days via SIMATIC PDM only see Lifetime Expected 4 3 1 The device monitors the predicted lifetime of the sensor the components exposed to the vessel environment You can modify the expected sensor lifetime set up schedules for maintenance reminders and acknowledge them To access these parameters via SIMATIC PDM Open th...

Page 150: ...the sensor To reset to zero In SIMATIC PDM open the menu Device Maintenance click on the Remaining Sensor Lifetime tab and click on Sensor Replaced to restart the timer and clear any fault messages Via the handheld programmer manually reset Time in Operation 4 3 2 to zero Remaining Lifetime 4 3 3 Read only Lifetime Expected 4 3 1 less Time in Operation 4 3 2 Reminder Activation 4 3 4 Note To modif...

Page 151: ...tes which level of maintenance reminder is active In SIMATIC PDM open the menu View Device Diagnostics select Device Status click on the Maintenance tab and check the Sensor Lifetime Status window Acknowledge Status 4 3 8 Indicates which level of maintenance reminder has been acknowledged In SIMATIC PDM open the menu View Device Diagnostics select Device Status click on the Maintenance tab and che...

Page 152: ...racks service intervals based on operating hours and monitors the predicted lifetime to the next service You can modify the Total Service Interval set schedules for maintenance reminders and acknowledge them The maintenance warnings and alarms are communicated via the Status byte This information can be integrated into any Asset Management system For optimal use we recommend that you use SIMATIC P...

Page 153: ...n the menu Device Maintenance click on the Service Schedule tab and click on Service Performed to restart the timer and clear any fault messages Via the handheld programmer manually reset Time since Last Service 4 4 2 to zero Time until Next Service 4 4 3 Read only Service Interval 4 4 1 less Time since Last Service 4 4 2 Reminder Activation 4 4 4 Note To modify this parameter via SIMATIC PDM it m...

Page 154: ...us 4 4 7 Indicates which level of maintenance reminder is active Open the menu View Device Diagnostics select Device Status click on the Maintenance tab and check the Service Schedule Status window Acknowledge Status 4 4 8 Indicates which level of maintenance reminder has been acknowledged Open the menu View Device Diagnostics select Device Status click on the Maintenance tab and check the Service...

Page 155: ...ir factory defaults The device operates in years To view Calibration Interval parameters in hours or days via SIMATIC PDM only see Calibration Interval 4 5 1 The device tracks calibration intervals based on operating hours and monitors the predicted lifetime to the next calibration You can modify the Total Calibration Interval set schedules for maintenance reminders and acknowledge them To access ...

Page 156: ...the menu Device Maintenance click on the Calibration Schedule tab and click on Calibration Performed to restart the timer and clear any fault messages Via the handheld programmer manually reset Time since Last Calibration 4 5 2 to zero Time until Next Calibration 4 5 3 Read only Calibration Interval 4 5 1 less Time since Last Calibration 4 5 2 Reminder Activation 4 5 4 Note To modify this paramete...

Page 157: ...s which level of maintenance reminder is active In SIMATIC PDM open the menu View Device Diagnostics select Device Status click on the Maintenance tab and check the Calibration Schedule Status window Acknowledge Status 4 5 8 Indicates which level of maintenance reminder has been acknowledged In SIMATIC PDM open the menu View Device Diagnostics select Device Status click on the Maintenance tab and ...

Page 158: ...inactivity Each time the device is powered up a further 30 minutes of inactivity is required LCD Fast Mode affects Measurement mode only it has no effect on Navigation mode Enables a faster rate of measurement from the device by disabling most of the display area Only the bar graph will be refreshed when LCD Fast Mode is set to ON Values ON OFF LCD Contrast 4 10 The factory setting is for optimum ...

Page 159: ...26 To set Device Address via SIMATIC PDM Open the project in Process Device Network View then right click on the device Go to Object Properties Connection to access the field Short Address To change Device Address via the handheld programmer See Device Address for details PROFIBUS Ident Number 5 2 Identifies the device on the network The Ident Number must match that in the GSD file the GSD file pr...

Page 160: ...ed to limit remote access it can be reset only via the handheld programmer Enables or disables programming via the network and PDM Options OFF Remote operation enabled ON Remote operation disabled Local Access 6 2 Write Protection 6 2 1 Note Do not lose this number value Prevents any changes to parameters via PDM or the hand held programmer Hand held programmer values Range 0 to 99999 Default Off ...

Page 161: ...59 Local Operation 6 2 2 Enables or disables programming via the hand held programmer Options ENABLED DISABLED In SIMATIC PDM open the menu Device Write Locking select On or Off and click on Transfer Language 7 Selects the language to be used on the LCD Options English Deutsch Français Español ...

Page 162: ... 1 Allocation 3 5 Auto False Echo Suppression 2 5 10 1 Auto False Echo Suppression Range 2 5 10 2 Calibration 2 3 7 Calibration Schedule 4 5 Channel 2 6 3 CLEF Range 2 5 7 4 Condensed Status 3 4 Confidence 2 5 9 1 Descriptor 2 1 2 Device Address 5 1 Dimension A 2 4 1 3 Dimension L 2 4 1 4 Display 2 6 8 Echo Lock 2 5 8 1 Echo Profile 3 1 Echo Quality 2 5 9 Echo Select 2 5 7 Echo Strength 2 5 9 2 El...

Page 163: ...Pt 2 3 7 2 High Level Point 2 3 7 5 Hover Level 2 5 10 3 Identification 2 1 Input Scaling 2 6 5 Label 2 6 4 Language 7 LCD Contrast 4 10 LCD Fast Mode 4 9 Level Offset 2 3 7 6 Level Unit 2 3 2 Limit Hysteresis 2 6 7 5 Linearization 2 4 Loader Revision 2 2 3 Local Access 6 2 Local Operation 6 2 2 LOE Timer 2 3 6 Low Calibration Pt 2 3 7 1 Lower Limit Warning 2 6 7 3 Lower Limit Alarm 2 6 7 4 Low Le...

Page 164: ...nimum Output Value AIFB2 3 6 5 Minimum Sensor Value 2 5 4 Minimum Value 3 3 1 Mode 2 6 9 1 Near Range 2 5 1 Order Option 2 2 4 Output no level offset SV2 Secondary Value 2 2 8 3 Output no linearization SV1 Secondary Value 1 2 8 2 Output Scaling 2 6 6 Peak Values 3 6 Position Detect 2 5 7 2 Powered Hours 4 7 Power on Resets 4 8 PROFIBUS Ident Number 5 2 Propagation Factor 2 5 3 PV Units volume leve...

Page 165: ...r Offset 2 3 7 3 Service Schedule 4 4 Shaper Mode 2 5 10 4 Shots 2 5 6 Signal Processing 2 5 Static Revision No 2 6 1 Tag 2 1 1 Temperature Units 2 3 4 TVT setup 2 5 10 TVT shaper 2 5 11 Upper Limit Warning 2 6 7 2 Upper Limit Alarm 2 6 7 1 Unit 2 3 1 Value 2 6 9 2 Vessel Shape 2 4 1 1 Volume 2 4 1 Write Protection 6 2 1 XY index 2 4 1 5 X value 2 4 1 6 Y value 2 4 1 7 ...

Page 166: ...Parameter reference SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 164 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC ...

Page 167: ... safety related applications 9 2 Cleaning The radar device requires no cleaning under normal operating conditions Under severe operating conditions the antenna may require periodic cleaning If cleaning becomes necessary Note the antenna material and the process medium and select a cleaning solution that will not react adversely with either Remove the device from service and wipe the antenna clean ...

Page 168: ...clude check of Ambient conditions Seal integrity of the process connections cable entries and cover screws Reliability of power supply lightning protection and grounds WARNING Maintenance during continued operation in a hazardous area There is a danger of explosion when carrying out repairs and maintenance on the device in a hazardous area Isolate the device from power or Ensure that the atmospher...

Page 169: ...o a different antenna type may be performed by a Siemens authorized repair center or personnel If the electronics or enclosure require replacement due to damage or failure please ensure the correct antenna version is used otherwise a re calibration will need to be performed by Siemens authorized personnel Replacing the lens 1 Remove existing lens by turning it counter clockwise until it separates ...

Page 170: ...E32462827 DN100 A5E32462828 DN150 A5E32462829 Spare part kits Description Process connection size Part number ISO2852 Hygienic encapsulated antenna Lens and silicon O ring 2 A5E32572731 3 A5E32572745 4 A5E32572747 DIN11851 Hygienic encapsulated antenna Lens and silicon O ring DN50 A5E32572758 DN80 A5E32572770 DN100 A5E32572772 DIN11864 1 Hygienic encapsulated antenna Lens and silicon O ring DN50 A...

Page 171: ...FIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 169 9 4 Disposal Note Special disposal required The device includes components that require special disposal Dispose of the device properly and environmentally through a local waste disposal contractor ...

Page 172: ...Service and maintenance 9 4 Disposal SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 170 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC ...

Page 173: ...arameter remains unchanged Ensure Remote Lockout 6 1 1 is disabled Ensure Write Protection 6 2 1 is set to the unlock value See Resetting the PROFIBUS address to 126 Page 96 to disable an address lock The PLC value equals the display value but does not correspond to actual material level Ensure Scaling in AIFB1 is correctly entered Ensure High Calibration Point is correctly entered View the echo p...

Page 174: ...s reached a tolerance limit 1 Configuration error Device will not work because one or more parameters components is incorrectly configured 2 Configuration warning Device can work but one or more parameters components is incorrectly configured 3 Configuration changed Device parameterization not consistent with parameterization in project Look for info text 1 Manual operation local override Communic...

Page 175: ...e Ensure installation details are correct Ensure no antenna material buildup Clean if necessary Adjust process conditions to minimize foam or other adverse conditions Correct configuration range If fault persists contact your local Siemens representative S 2 Unable to collect profile because of a power condition that is outside the operating range of the device Repair required contact your local S...

Page 176: ...and or lower process temperature enough to cool device Inspect for heat related damage and contact your local Siemens representative if repair is required Fault code will persist until a manual reset is performed using SIMATIC PDM or the LCD interface S 14 Input Scaling 2 6 5 Upper and lower values for AIFB1 are the same Check configuration for AIFB1 Ensure that Upper Value and Lower Value Input S...

Page 177: ... contact your local Siemens representative S 34 Factory calibration for the device has been lost Repair required contact your local Siemens representative S 35 Factory calibration for the device has been lost Repair required contact your local Siemens representative S 36 Unable to start microwave module Repair required contact your local Siemens representative S 37 Measurement hardware problem Rep...

Page 178: ...e too high physical damage excessive foam multiple echoes check temperature in Maximum Value 3 3 2 use foam deflector or stillpipe relocate use a defoamer set Algorithm 2 5 7 1 to tF trueFirst echo Reading does not change but the level does SITRANS LR250 processing wrong echo for example vessel wall or structural member re locate SITRANS LR250 check nozzle for internal burrs or welds rotate device...

Page 179: ...rect increase measurement response if possible Reads correctly but occasionally reads high when vessel is not full detecting close range echo build up near top of vessel or nozzle nozzle problem clean the antenna use Auto False Echo Suppression 2 5 10 1 and Auto False Echo Suppression Range 2 5 10 2 Level reading lower than actual material level material is within Near Range zone multiple echoes p...

Page 180: ...Diagnosing and troubleshooting 10 4 Operation troubleshooting SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 178 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC ...

Page 181: ... 11 1 Power General Purpose Intrinsically Safe Non Sparking Non incendive Bus powered Per IEC 61158 2 PROFIBUS PA Current consumed 15 mA 11 2 Performance Reference operating conditions according to IEC 60770 1 Ambient temperature 15 to 25 C 59 to 77 F Humidity 45 to 75 relative humidity Ambient pressure 860 to 1060 mbar a 86000 to 106000 N m2 a Interference reflections minimum 20 dB lower than the...

Page 182: ...tistical accuracy is typically 3 mm 0 12 90 of the time when tested in accordance with IEC 60770 1 2 Under severe EMI EMC environments per IEC 61326 1 or NAMUR NE21 the device error may increase to a maximum of 10 mm 0 4 3 For 2 threaded PVDF antenna Flanged encapsulated antennas and Hygienic encapsulated antennas the maximum measured error 500 mm from the sensor reference point 25 mm 1 4 From sen...

Page 183: ...N80 DN100 PN 10 16 PN 25 40 50A 80A 100A JIS 10K 316L 1 4404 or 316L 1 4435 stainless steel Flange connection raised face Materials DN50 DN80 DN100 DN150 PN 10 16 PN 25 40 1 4404 or 1 4435 stainless steel optional Alloy N06022 2 4602 Hastelloy C 22 or equivalent Flanged encapsulated antenna FEA connection raised face Materials 2 3 4 6 ASME 150 lb DN50 DN80 DN100 DN150 PN10 16 50A 80A 100A 150A JIS...

Page 184: ...wder coated Conduit entry 2 x M20x1 5 or 2 x NPT Ingress protection Type 4X NEMA 4X Type 6 NEMA 6 IP67 IP68 Weight excluding extensions 1 5 threaded connection with 1 5 horn antenna approximately 5 1kg 11 2 lb 2 threaded connection with 2 horn antenna approximately 5 5 kg 12 1 lb 3 threaded connection with 3 horn antenna approximately 7 0 kg 15 4 lb 2 threaded PVDF antenna approximately 3 3 kg 7 2...

Page 185: ...864 1 HEA approximately 4 8 kg 10 6 lb DN80 DIN 11864 1 HEA approximately 6 7 kg 14 8 lb DN100 DIN 11864 1 HEA approximately 7 1 kg 15 7 lb DN50 DIN 11864 2 HEA approximately 5 0 kg 11 lb DN80 DIN 11864 2 HEA approximately 7 2 kg 15 9 lb DN100 DIN 11864 2 HEA approximately 7 9 kg 17 4 lb DN50 DIN 11864 3 HEA approximately 4 8 kg 10 6 lb DN80 DIN 11864 3 HEA approximately 6 6 kg 14 6 lb DN100 DIN 1...

Page 186: ...maximum temperature is dependent on the process connection antenna materials and vessel pressure For more detailed information see Maximum Process Temperature Chart Page 242 and Process Pressure Temperature derating curves Temperature at process connection Standard Horn antenna Threaded or Flanged with FKM O ring 40 to 200 C 40 to 392 F with FFKM O ring 20 to 200 C 4 to 392 F 2 NPT BSPT G Threaded...

Page 187: ... T100 C Da International FM CSA Class I Div 1 Groups A B C D Class II Div 1 Groups E F G Class III T4 US Canada INMETRO DNV 12 0087 X Ex ia IIC T4 Ga Ex ia ta IIIC T100 C Da IP65 IP67 40 C Ta 80 C DNV OCP 0017 ABNT NBR IEC 60079 0 2008 ABNT NBR IEC 60079 11 2009 ABNT NBR IEC 60079 26 2008 ABNT NBR IEC 60079 31 2011 Brazil NEPSI Ex ia IIC T4 Ga Ex iaD 20 T90 IP67 DIP A20 TA 90 ºC China Non Sparking...

Page 188: ... mmddyy for example serial number 032608101V was produced on March 26 2008 Siemens Milltronics Infrared IS Intrinsically Safe Handheld Programmer for hazardous and all other locations battery is non replaceable Approvals CE FM CSA Class I II III Div 1 Gr A to G T6 ATEX II 1GD Ex ia IIC T4 Ga Ex iaD 20 T135 C IECEx Ex ia IIC T4 Ga Ex iaD 20 T135 C INMETRO Ex ia IIC T4 Ga Ex ia IIIC T135 C Da Ambien...

Page 189: ...n tag Reference drawing listed on the tag is available for download from our website under Support Installation drawings Level Measurement Continuous Radar LR250 Product page http www siemens com LR250 Process connection drawings are also available for download from the Installation Drawings page Signal amplitude increases with horn diameter so use the largest practical size Optional extensions ca...

Page 190: ...250 PROFIBUS PA 188 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC NPT cable entry or M20 cable gland enclosure electronics threaded cover retaining collar 2 horn process connection tag 3 horn horn 4 horn sensor reference point horn O D Dimensions in mm inch ...

Page 191: ...t range in m ft 1 1 2 threaded connection 2 threaded connection 3 threaded connection 1 5 39 8 1 57 135 5 3 N A N A 19 10 32 8 2 47 8 1 88 N A 166 6 55 180 7 09 15 20 65 6 3 74 8 2 94 N A 199 7 85 213 8 39 10 20 65 6 4 94 8 3 73 N A 254 10 268 10 55 8 20 65 6 a Height from bottom of horn to sensor reference point as shown see dimension drawing b 3dB in the direction of the polarization axis For an...

Page 192: ...PA 190 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 12 2 Threaded horn antenna with extension NPT cable entry or M20 cable gland enclosure electronics threaded cover retaining collar 2 horn process connection tag 3 horn horn 4 horn sensor reference point horn O D Dimensions in mm inch ...

Page 193: ... Measurement range in m ft 1 1 2 threaded connection 2 threaded connection 3 threaded connection 1 5 39 8 1 57 235 9 25 N A N A 19 10 32 8 2 47 8 1 88 N A 266 10 47 280 11 02 15 20 65 6 3 74 8 2 94 N A 299 11 77 313 12 32 10 20 65 6 4 94 8 3 73 N A 354 13 94 368 14 49 8 20 65 6 a Height from bottom of horn to sensor reference point as shown see dimension drawing b 3dB in the direction of the polar...

Page 194: ... PA 192 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 12 3 Flanged horn antenna NPT cable entry or M20 cable gland flange threaded cover name plate horn retaining collar horn O D process connection tag enclosure electronics sensor reference point Dimensions in mm inch ...

Page 195: ...100 4 94 8 3 73 223 3 8 79 226 3 8 90 8 a Height from bottom of horn to sensor reference point as shown see Flanged horn antenna with extension Page 194 See also Raised Face flange per EN 1092 1 for flanged horn antenna Page 219 or Flat Face flange Page 224 b 3dB in the direction of the polarization axis see Polarization reference point Page 31 for an illustration c Optional alloy N06022 2 4602 Ha...

Page 196: ... PA 194 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 12 4 Flanged horn antenna with extension NPT cable entry or M20 cable gland flange threaded cover name plate horn retaining collar horn O D process connection tag enclosure electronics sensor reference point Dimensions in mm inch ...

Page 197: ...8 3 10 56 271 3 10 68 10 100 4 94 8 3 73 323 3 12 73 326 3 12 85 8 a Height from bottom of horn to sensor reference point as shown See also Raised Face flange per EN 1092 1 for flanged horn antenna Page 219 or Flat Face Flange Page 224 b 3dB in the direction of the polarization axis see Polarization reference point Page 31 for an illustration c Optional alloy N06022 2 4602 Hastelloy C 22 or equiva...

Page 198: ...A 196 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 12 5 Flanged encapsulated antenna 2 DN50 50A sizes only NPT cable entry or M20 cable gland flange threaded cover see table below see table below see table below enclosure sensor reference point retaining collar see table below Dimensions in mm inch ...

Page 199: ...0A 263 10 35 223 8 78 274 10 79 11 0 43 1 Height from tip of lens to sensor reference point as shown Flange size Flange class Flange O D mm inch Antenna aperture size mm inch Beam angle 1 Measurement range m ft 2 150 LB 152 5 98 50 1 97 12 8 10 32 8 2 DN50 PN10 16 165 6 50 50A 10K 155 6 10 1 3 dB in the direction of the polarization axis 2 20m if installed in stillpipe See Raised Face Flange per E...

Page 200: ...A 198 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 12 6 Flanged encapsulated antenna 3 DN80 80A sizes and larger NPT cable entry or M20 cable gland retaining collar threaded cover see table below see table below see table below enclosure sensor reference point flange see table below Dimensions in mm inch ...

Page 201: ...8 13 70 15 0 59 1 Height from tip of lens to sensor reference point as shown See also Raised Face Flange per EN 1092 1 Flange size Flange class Flange O D mm inch Antenna aperture size mm inch Beam angle 1 Measurement range m ft 3 150 LB 190 7 48 75 2 95 9 6 20 65 6 DN80 PN10 16 200 7 87 80A 10K 185 7 28 4 150 LB 230 9 06 75 2 95 9 6 20 65 6 DN100 PN10 16 220 8 66 100A 10K 210 8 27 6 150 LB 280 11...

Page 202: ... 12 7 Hygienic encapsulated antenna 2 ISO 2852 sanitary clamp SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 200 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 12 7 Hygienic encapsulated antenna 2 ISO 2852 sanitary clamp Dimensions in mm inch ...

Page 203: ... 12 8 Hygienic encapsulated antenna 3 ISO 2852 sanitary clamp SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 201 12 8 Hygienic encapsulated antenna 3 ISO 2852 sanitary clamp Dimensions in mm inch ...

Page 204: ... 12 9 Hygienic encapsulated antenna 4 ISO 2852 sanitary clamp SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 202 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 12 9 Hygienic encapsulated antenna 4 ISO 2852 sanitary clamp Dimensions in mm inch ...

Page 205: ...IN 11851 SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 203 12 10 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN50 nozzle slotted nut to DIN 11851 Dimensions in mm inch Note Cut out of process connection and placement of threaded nut are shown for illustration purposes only ...

Page 206: ...IN 11851 SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 204 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 12 11 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN80 nozzle slotted nut to DIN 11851 Dimensions in mm inch Note Cut out of process connection and placement of threaded nut are shown for illustration purposes only ...

Page 207: ...IN 11851 SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 205 12 12 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN100 nozzle slotted nut to DIN 11851 Dimensions in mm inch Note Cut out of process connection and placement of threaded nut are shown for illustration purposes only ...

Page 208: ... 11864 1 SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 206 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 12 13 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN50 aseptic slotted nut to DIN 11864 1 Dimensions in mm inch Note Cut out of process connection and placement of threaded nut are shown for illustration purposes only ...

Page 209: ... 11864 1 SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 207 12 14 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN80 aseptic slotted nut to DIN 11864 1 Dimensions in mm inch Note Cut out of process connection and placement of threaded nut are shown for illustration purposes only ...

Page 210: ... 11864 1 SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 208 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 12 15 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN100 aseptic slotted nut to DIN 11864 1 Dimensions in mm inch Note Cut out of process connection and placement of threaded nut are shown for illustration purposes only ...

Page 211: ...ge to DIN 11864 2 SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 209 12 16 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN50 aseptic flange to DIN 11864 2 Dimensions in mm inch Note Cut out of process connection and flange are shown for illustration purposes only ...

Page 212: ...ge to DIN 11864 2 SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 210 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 12 17 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN80 aseptic flange to DIN 11864 2 Dimensions in mm inch Note Cut out of process connection and flange are shown for illustration purposes only ...

Page 213: ...DIN 11864 2 SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 211 12 18 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN100 aseptic flange to DIN 11864 2 Dimensions in mm inch Note The cut out of the process connection and the flange are shown for illustration purposes only ...

Page 214: ...ic clamp to DIN 11864 3 SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 212 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 12 19 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN50 aseptic clamp to DIN 11864 3 Dimensions in mm inch Note Cut out of process connection is shown for illustration purposes only ...

Page 215: ...ic clamp to DIN 11864 3 SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 213 12 20 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN80 aseptic clamp to DIN 11864 3 Dimensions in mm inch Note Cut out of process connection is shown for illustration purposes only ...

Page 216: ...ic clamp to DIN 11864 3 SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 214 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 12 21 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DN100 aseptic clamp to DIN 11864 3 Dimensions in mm inch Note Cut out of process connection is shown for illustration purposes only ...

Page 217: ...awings 12 22 Hygienic encapsulated antenna Tuchenhagen Type N SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 215 12 22 Hygienic encapsulated antenna Tuchenhagen Type N Dimensions in mm inch ...

Page 218: ...awings 12 23 Hygienic encapsulated antenna Tuchenhagen Type F SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 216 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 12 23 Hygienic encapsulated antenna Tuchenhagen Type F Dimensions in mm inch ...

Page 219: ...Dimension drawings 12 24 Threaded PVDF antenna SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 217 12 24 Threaded PVDF antenna ...

Page 220: ...to sensor reference point as shown see dimension drawing b 3dB in the direction of the polarization axis See Polarization reference point Page 31 for an illustration c 20m when installed in stillpipe 12 25 Threaded connection markings With the exception of the threaded PVDF antenna threaded connection markings are found on the flat face faces of the process connection Serial number a unique number...

Page 221: ...5E32221386 AC 219 12 26 Raised Face flange per EN 1092 1 for flanged horn antenna Stainless steel or optional alloy N06022 2 4602 Hastelloy C 22 angle of adjacent bolt holes bolt hole circle diameter bolt hole diameter facing height bolt hole circle diameter facing diameter waveguide mounting hole sensor reference point Flange O D thickness ...

Page 222: ...6 8 45 218 28 Raised Face flange markings Blind Flange Markings Optional Manufacturer s Logo optional Flange Standard Nominal Size Material Heat Code Machining Identification Welded Assembly Identification a Serial no Logo Flange series Flange series Heat Code no Facing Manufacturer s logo EN 1092 1 05 B1 DN50 PN16 1 4404 or 1 4435 A1B2C3 mmddyyx xx xxxxx xxxxx A1B2C3 RF a When flange material is ...

Page 223: ...NS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 221 12 27 Raised Face flange per EN 1092 1 for flanged encapsulated antenna Stainless steel angle of adjacent bolt holes flange O D bolt hole diameter facing height bolt hole circle diameter facing diameter antenna flange thickness ...

Page 224: ...7 4 75 19 0 75 4 90 92 1 3 63 20 6 0 81 1 5 0 06 3 190 7 48 152 4 6 00 127 5 00 25 9 1 02 2 0 08 4 230 9 06 190 5 7 50 8 45 157 2 6 19 2 0 08 6 280 11 02 241 3 9 50 22 2 0 87 215 9 8 50 26 9 1 06 1 5 0 06 DN50 PN10 16 155 6 10 125 4 92 18 0 71 4 90 102 4 02 18 0 71 2 0 08 DN80 200 7 87 160 6 30 8 45 138 5 43 20 0 79 2 0 08 DN100 220 8 66 180 7 09 158 6 22 2 0 08 DN150 285 11 22 240 9 45 22 0 87 21...

Page 225: ...bly Identification Serial no Logo Flange series Flange series Heat Code no Facing Manufacturer s logo EN 1092 1 05 B1 DN50 PN16 1 4404 or 1 4435 A1B2C3 mmddyyx xx xxxxx xxxxx A1B2C3 RF The flange markings are located around the outside edge of the flange Serial number a unique number allotted to each flange including the date of manufacture MMDDYY followed by a number from 001 to 999 indicating th...

Page 226: ...Dimension drawings 12 28 Flat Face flange SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 224 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 12 28 Flat Face flange ...

Page 227: ...lb 10 00 7 88 0 88 8 1 50 DN50 EN PN16 165 mm 125 mm 18 mm 4 24 4 mm DN80 EN PN16 200 mm 160 mm 18 mm 8 31 8 mm DN100 EN PN16 220 mm 180 mm 18 mm 8 31 8 mm DN50 EN PN40 165 mm 125 mm 18 mm 4 25 4 mm DN80 EN PN40 200 mm 160 mm 18 mm 8 31 8 mm DN100 EN PN40 235 mm 190 mm 22 mm 8 38 1 mm 50A JIS 10K 155 mm 120 mm 19 mm 4 23 8 mm 80A JIS 10K 185 mm 150 mm 19 mm 8 24 4 mm 100A JIS 10K 210 mm 175 mm 19 ...

Page 228: ...ed to each flange including the date of manufacture MMDDYY followed by a number from 001 to 999 indicating the sequential unit produced Flange series The Siemens Milltronics drawing identification Nominal size The flange size followed by the hole pattern for a particular flange class For example A 2 inch ASME B16 5 150 lb class flange North America A DN80 EN 1092 1 PN16 class flange Europe Materia...

Page 229: ...ygienic flange DN50 DN80 DN100 for DIN 11864 2 SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 227 12 29 Aseptic hygienic flange DN50 DN80 DN100 for DIN 11864 2 Aseptic hygienic flange DN50 Dimensions in mm inch ...

Page 230: ...ension drawings 12 29 Aseptic hygienic flange DN50 DN80 DN100 for DIN 11864 2 SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 228 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC Aseptic hygienic flange DN80 Dimensions in mm inch ...

Page 231: ...ension drawings 12 29 Aseptic hygienic flange DN50 DN80 DN100 for DIN 11864 2 SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 229 Aseptic hygienic flange DN100 Dimensions in mm inch ...

Page 232: ...ess Conditions TEST PRESSURE PT 22 7 BAR Production Test Pressure TEST DATE 10 11 11 Date of Pressure Test Year Month Day CONNECTION SERIES ASME B16 5 Flange Series dimensional pattern based on ASME B16 5 flange standards PROCESS SERIES 25546 Pressure Tag Family Series WETTED NON METALLICS TFM Antenna Emitter WETTED METALLICS 316L Process Connection Material s WETTED SEALS FKM Seal Material s Mini...

Page 233: ...e material Pulse radar uses polarized electromagnetic waves Microwave pulses are emitted from the antenna at a fixed repetition rate and reflect off the interface between two materials with different dielectric constants the atmosphere and the material being monitored Electromagnetic wave propagation is virtually unaffected by temperature or pressure changes or by changes in the vapor levels insid...

Page 234: ...unwanted reflections being returned from obstructions such as seam welds or supports within a vessel The result is repeatable fast and reliable measurement This technology was developed as result of field data gained over some twenty years from more than 1 000 000 installations in many industries around the world Higher order mathematical techniques and algorithms are used to provide intelligent p...

Page 235: ... and reliability amongst other characteristics Algorithm 2 5 7 1 The true echo is selected based on the setting for the Echo selection algorithm Options are true First Echo Largest Echo or best of First and Largest Position Detect 2 5 7 2 The echo position detection algorithm determines which point on the echo will be used to calculate the precise time of flight and calculates the range using the ...

Page 236: ...dge of the echo Is used mainly to process the echo from materials with a low dK value In an almost empty flat bottomed vessel a low dK material may reflect an echo weaker than the echo from the vessel bottom The echo profile shows these echoes merging The device may then report a material level equal to or lower than empty The CLEF algorithm enables the device to report the level correctly Example...

Page 237: ... vessel bottom echo echo marker A 2 3 CLEF Range Determines the level below which the CLEF algorithm will be used Above this level the Center algorithm is used when Hybrid is selected in Position Detect 2 5 7 2 CLEF Range is referenced from Low Calibration Point process empty level CLEF range Low calibration point Center algorithm applied Sensor reference point High calibration point Low Calibrati...

Page 238: ...the sampling criteria before the window will move to include it The other available options Maximum Verification and Total Lock are not recommended for radar A 2 6 Auto False Echo Suppression Note For detailed instructions on using this feature via PDM see Auto False Echo Suppression Page 87 For detailed instructions on using this feature via the handheld programmer see Auto False Echo Suppression...

Page 239: ...nder of the range The learned TVT screens out the false echoes caused by obstructions The default TVT allows the material echo to rise above it Auto False Echo Suppression Range must be set to a distance shorter than the distance to the material level when the environment was learned to avoid the material echo being screened out Example before Auto False Echo Suppression default TVT high calibrati...

Page 240: ...he zone in front of the antenna The default blanking distance is 50 mm 1 97 from the end of the antenna Near Range allows you to increase the blanking value from its factory default But Auto False Echo Suppression 2 5 10 1 is generally recommended in preference to extending the blanking distance from factory values Far Range 2 5 2 Far Range can be used in applications where the base of the vessel ...

Page 241: ...hat is slightly higher than the application rate Response Rate automatically adjusts the filters that affect the output response rate Response Rate 2 3 8 1 Fill Rate 2 3 8 2 Empty Rate 2 3 8 3 Slow 0 1 m min 0 32 ft min 10 s Medium 1 0 m min 3 28 ft min 10 s Fast 10 0 m min 32 8 ft min 0 s A 2 9 Damping Filter Time Constant 2 6 8 1 smooths out the response to a sudden change in level This is an ex...

Page 242: ...is aborted the Service Required icon and error message are cleared and the reading returns to the current level A 2 10 1 LOE Timer LOE Timer 2 3 6 determines the length of time a Loss of Echo LOE condition will persist before a Fail safe state is activated The default is 100 seconds Fail safe Mode determines the level to be reported when the Fail safe timer expires A 2 10 2 Fail safe Behavior The ...

Page 243: ... 9 2 defines the material level to be reported if the option Use substitute value is selected in Mode 2 6 9 1 The two Analog Input Function blocks are set separately To set a user defined value Navigate to the Level Meter Setup desired Analog Input 1 or 2 Set Mode 2 6 9 1 to Use substitute value Go to Value 2 6 9 2 and enter the desired value ...

Page 244: ...very possible process connection arrangement For example it will NOT apply if you are mounting SITRANS LR250 directly on a metallic vessel surface The chart does not take into consideration heating from direct sunlight exposure Maximum Process Temperatures versus allowable ambient Internal enclosure temperature Ambient temperature Process temperature at process connection Where the chart does not ...

Page 245: ...ult from improper disassembly Never attempt to loosen remove or disassemble process connection while vessel contents are under pressure WARNING Pressure applications Danger to personnel system and environment can result from improper installation Improper installation may result in loss of process pressure WARNING Unsuitable connecting parts Danger of injury or poisoning In case of improper mounti...

Page 246: ...s Level Transmitters with flanged threaded or sanitary clamp type process mounts have no pressure bearing housing of their own and therefore do not come under the Pressure Equipment Directive as pressure or safety accessories see EU Commission Guideline 1 8 and 1 20 A 4 2 Horn antenna 1 5 2 and 3 NPT G BSPP R BSPT Threaded Versions Atmospheric P Allowable operating pressures T Allowable operating ...

Page 247: ...ssure Temperature Derating Curves SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 245 A 4 3 Flanged horn antenna JIS B 2220 10K 50A 80A and 100A Atmospheric P Allowable operating pressures T Allowable operating temperatures ...

Page 248: ...rocess Pressure Temperature Derating Curves SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 246 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC EN1092 1 PN16 DN50 DN80 DN100 and DN150 Atmospheric P Allowable operating pressures T Allowable operating temperatures ...

Page 249: ...rocess Pressure Temperature Derating Curves SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 247 EN1092 1 PN40 DN50 DN80 DN100 and DN150 Atmospheric P Allowable operating pressures T Allowable operating temperatures ...

Page 250: ... Process Pressure Temperature Derating Curves SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 248 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC ASME B16 5 Class 150 2 3 and 4 NPS Atmospheric P Allowable operating pressures T Allowable operating temperatures ...

Page 251: ... Process Pressure Temperature Derating Curves SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 249 ASME B16 5 Class 300 2 3 and 4 NPS Atmospheric P Allowable operating pressures T Allowable operating temperatures ...

Page 252: ...Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC A 4 4 Flanged encapsulated antenna ASME B16 5 Class 150 2 3 4 and 6 NPS Atmospheric P Allowable operating pressures T Allowable operating temperatures JIS B 2220 10K 50A 80A 100A and 150A Atmospheric P Allowable operating pressures T Allowable operating temperatures ...

Page 253: ...cess Pressure Temperature Derating Curves SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 251 EN1092 1 PN10 16 DN50 DN80 DN100 and DN150 Atmospheric P Allowable operating pressures T Allowable operating temperatures ...

Page 254: ...erature Derating Curves SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 252 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC A 4 5 PVDF antenna ASME B1 20 1 2 NPT EN ISO 228 1 2 G BSPP EN 10226 1 2 R BSPT Atmospheric P Allowable operating pressures T Allowable operating temperatures ...

Page 255: ... PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 253 A 4 6 Hygienic encapsulated antenna DIN 11851 Sanitary Hygienic nozzle slotted nut DN50 DN80 and DN100 DIN 11864 1 Aseptic Hygienic nozzle slotted nut DN50 DN80 and DN100 Atmospheric P Allowable operating pressures T Allowable operating temperatures ...

Page 256: ...ANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 254 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC DIN 11864 2 Aseptic Hygienic flanged DN50 DN80 and DN100 Atmospheric P Allowable operating pressures T Allowable operating temperatures Note For pressure applications all attachment hardware must be suitably rated ...

Page 257: ...014 A5E32221386 AC 255 DIN 11864 3 Aseptic Hygienic clamp DN50 DN80 and DN100 IS0 2852 Sanitary Hygienic clamp 2 3 and 4 Tuchenhagen Varivent face seal clamp Type N 68 mm and Type F 50 mm Atmospheric P Allowable operating pressures T Allowable operating temperatures Note For pressure applications all clamps must be rated accordingly ...

Page 258: ...Appendix A Technical reference A 4 Process Pressure Temperature Derating Curves SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 256 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC ...

Page 259: ...t The functions of the device are divided into blocks with different areas of responsibility The blocks are configured by parameters The device is implemented with one Physical Block one Transducer Block TB and two Analog Input Function Blocks AIFB1 and AIFB2 Physical Block The Physical Block handles functionality and descriptions relating to the device as a whole for example LCD Contrast function...

Page 260: ...peration selections The Analog Input Function Block output supplies the measured value and associated status information to the PROFIBUS PA network via cyclic data transfer B 2 1 Description of the blocks B 2 1 1 Transducer Block function groups The figure below shows the signal flow of measured values from the sensor through the Transducer Block into the output value Primary Value PV Level or Vol...

Page 261: ...ge 231 The sensor value in sensor units is checked to see if it is within its measuring limits If the limit is exceeded this results in a Bad status and the error message Failure in measurement The sensor value is stored in Sensor Value The analog signal from the sensor is transformed into a digital representation A Sensor Offset default 0 compensates for changes to the sensor reference point if n...

Page 262: ...enced from Sensor Reference Point b Sensor Offset 2 3 7 3 is a constant offset that can be added to or subtracted from sensor reference point to compensate if the sensor has been changed c Level Offset default O can compensate for specific vessel configurations 3 Linearization can be carried out to accommodate complex vessel shapes or to provide level to volume conversion 4 The Transducer Block pr...

Page 263: ...a status See Transducer Block function groups Page 258 for a graphic representation Output conversion The Analog Input Function Blocks can modify the output value Scaling Output Scaling 2 6 6 allows you to scale the output to any desired units Fail safe If the status of the input TB output value or Simulation Value is bad the fault logic can output either the last usable measured value or a given ...

Page 264: ...E32221386 AC AIFB function groups Analog Input Function Block function groups simulation mode and status Measured values are processed within an Analog Input Function Block to produce the device output See AIFB function groups Page 262 The output is communicated via cyclic transfer to PROFIBUS PA and displayed on the LCD ...

Page 265: ... by the user See Damping Page 239 for details 4 The status of the input value from the Transducer Block is checked If the status is Bad a Fail safe condition occurs The output is determined by the setting for Failsafe Mode 5 Actual Mode 2 6 2 allows the entire AI block to be overridden by a Manual Output value See Actual Mode 2 6 2 for details 6 The value is checked against the user defined warnin...

Page 266: ...Appendix B PROFIBUS PA profile structure B 2 Block Model SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 264 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC ...

Page 267: ...ructions or online help for details on using SIMATIC PDM You can find more information at SIMATIC PDM www siemens com simatic pdm C 1 1 SIMATIC PDM SIMATIC PDM is a software package used to commission and maintain SITRANS LR250 and other process devices For more detail see Functions in SIMATIC PDM Page 75 C 1 1 1 Electronic Device Description In order to use Process Device Manager PDM with PROFIBU...

Page 268: ... set the PROFIBUS address see Device Address 5 1 Note It is possible to change the device address via a Class 1 master for example a PLC and lock the device address to prevent further changes If this Address Lock is on the PA address cannot be changed This lock can be disabled only by performing an Address Reset Resetting the PROFIBUS address to 126 Via SIMATIC PDM 1 Open the menu Device Master Re...

Page 269: ... opposed to Manufacturer specific makes it possible to exchange the device for any other device of the same profile type without changing the GSD file To set up SITRANS LR250 as a profile device see PROFIBUS Ident Number 5 2 C 6 1 Configuring a new device See Configuring a new device Page 77 C 6 2 Configuring PROFIBUS PA with an S7 300 400 PLC 1 If SITRANS LR250 is not listed in the STEP 7 device ...

Page 270: ...changed to AIFB2 information If you do not wish to have data transmitted then you must use a Free Place module in that slot Each of the two Analog Input Function Blocks can be set up to return Level Distance or Volume Within the function blocks the values are scaled according to the user requirements see Analog Input Function Blocks 1 and 2 Page 261 for details AIFB1 and AIFB2 return 5 bytes of da...

Page 271: ...he function block has been changed status active for 10 s 0x89 Active low warning 0x8A Active high warning 0x8D Active low alarm 0x8E Active high alarm Status Codes for Uncertain Quality Values in hex notation Description 0x4B Value is a substituted value normally used in Failsafe 0x4C 0x4F Initial value 0x47 Last usable value Status Codes for Bad Quality Values in hex notation Description 0x10 Th...

Page 272: ...fe This fault is not generated by the product but can be simulated 0xA4 0xA7 GOOD maintenance required Value is valid Maintenance is recommended within a medium term period 0xA8 0xAB GOOD maintenance demanded Value is valid Maintenance is demanded within a short term period 0xBC 0xBF GOOD function check Device performs internal function check without influencing the process Value is valid Condense...

Page 273: ...er the new written SIMULATE parameter with its status can be read before the 10 seconds have expired 0x74 0x77 UNCERTAIN simulated value end Indicates the end of a simulation Simulation of a measured value is disabled or Input FB mode changes from MAN to AUTO This Status remains active for 10 seconds after simulation ends While this status is active there is no reliable process value Measured valu...

Page 274: ...e PROFIBUS standard If there is a second part it is called the extended cyclic diagnosis and it is 8 bytes long The last 4 bytes of the extended diagnostic message give the error diagnosis see Extended Mode Diagnosis Page 273 and Condensed Mode Diagnosis Page 274 The same information is also available acyclically via the Diagnosis Object C 10 2 Diagnosis object available cyclically or acyclically ...

Page 275: ...error limit position R 0x00020000 1 Power supply failure electrical pneumatic R 0x00040000 2 Configuration invalid R 0x00080000 3 New startup carried out Warm Start A 0x00100000 4 Restart carried out Cold Start A 0x00200000 5 Maintenance required R 0x00400000 6 Characterization invalid R 0x00800000 7 Set to 1 one if the Ident_Number of the running cyclic data transfer and the value of Physical Blo...

Page 276: ...for use within the PNO A 0x00800000 7 Set to 1 one if the Ident_Number of the running cyclic data transfer and the value of Physical Block IDENT__NUMBER_SELECTOR parameter are different A 0x00010000 3 0 Failure of the device or armature R 0x00020000 1 Maintenance demanded R 0x00040000 2 Device is in function check mode or simulation or under local control e g maintenance R 0x00080000 3 The process...

Page 277: ...nded diagnostics available by cyclic data exchange shown above further extended diagnostics are available via acyclic communications This consists of six bytes See Diagnosis reply available cyclically Page 272 for information on the location of the Extended Diagnostics Note Certain fault codes identified by an asterisk in the table below will persist until a manual reset has been performed see Fau...

Page 278: ...ur local Siemens representative 2 S 3 Device is nearing its lifetime limit according to the value set in Maintenance Required Limit Replacement is recommended 3 S 4 Device is nearing its lifetime limit according to the value set in Maintenance Demanded Limit Replacement is recommended 4 S 6 Sensor is nearing its lifetime limit according to the value set in Maintenance Required Limit Replacement is...

Page 279: ...nput values Process Value Scale for AIFB1 are the same Check configuration for AIFB1 Ensure that Upper Value and Lower Value Process Value Scale are not the same 6 S 15 Upper and lower input values Process Value Scale for AIFB2 are the same Check configuration for AIFB2 Ensure that Upper Value and Lower Value Process Value Scale are not the same 7 S 17 Calibration interval as defined in Maintenanc...

Page 280: ...6 Unable to start microwave module Cycle power If fault persists contact your local Siemens representative 4 S 37 Measurement hardware problem Cycle power If fault persists contact your local Siemens representative 5 S 38 Microwave module hardware failure unable to calculate distance measurement Cycle power If fault persists contact your local Siemens representative 6 S 43 Factory calibration for ...

Page 281: ...on No UNSIGNED_INTEGER 2 Each block has a slot number and an Index Offset value Block Name Slot Index Offset Physical block 0 16 Transducer block 0 77 AIFB 1 1 16 AIFB 2 2 16 To get the absolute index for any parameter add the Index Offset for the appropriate block to the relative index for that parameter The parameter takes the slot number of the block in which it is located For example Parameter...

Page 282: ...Appendix C Communications via PROFIBUS C 10 Diagnostics SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 280 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC ...

Page 283: ... 6475 7575 Further information about our technical support is available on the Internet at Technical support http support automation siemens com WW view en 16604318 Service Support on the Internet In addition to our documentation we offer a comprehensive knowledge base online on the Internet at Service Support http www siemens com automation service support There you will find The latest product i...

Page 284: ...IBUS PA 282 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC Additional Support Please contact your local Siemens representative and offices if you have additional questions about the device Find your contact partner at Local contact person http www siemens com automation partner ...

Page 285: ...ineering Design Group FEA Flanged Encapsulated Antenna FDA Food and Drug Administration HEA Hygienic Encapsulated Antenna Ii Input current mA Io Output current mA IS Intrinsically Safe safety approval Li Internal inductance mH mH milliHenry 10 3 H μF microFarad 10 6 F μs microsecond 10 6 s PED Pressure Equipment Directive safety approval pF pico Farads 10 12 F ppm parts per million PV Primary Vari...

Page 286: ...List of abbreviations SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 284 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC Short form Long form Description Units Ui Input voltage V Uo Output voltage V ...

Page 287: ...perating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 285 LCD menu structure 14 Note In Navigation mode ARROW keys navigate the menu in the direction of the arrow See Parameter Reference Page 107 for detailed information and instructions ...

Page 288: ...LCD menu structure SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 286 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC ...

Page 289: ...LCD menu structure SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 287 ...

Page 290: ...LCD menu structure SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 288 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC ...

Page 291: ...LCD menu structure SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC 289 ...

Page 292: ...LCD menu structure SITRANS LR250 PROFIBUS PA 290 Operating Instructions 08 2014 A5E32221386 AC ...

Page 293: ...he device antenna an aerial which sends out and receives a signal in a specific direction There are four basic types of antenna in radar level measurement horn parabolic rod and waveguide attenuation a term used to denote a decrease in signal magnitude in transmission from one point to another Attenuation may be expressed as a scalar ratio of the input magnitude to the output magnitude or in decib...

Page 294: ...tential differences exist between the conductors Its value is expressed as the ratio of a quantity of electricity to a potential difference and the unit is a Farad confidence see Echo Confidence damping term applied to the performance of a device to denote the manner in which the measurement settles to its steady indication after a change in the value of the level dB decibel a unit used to measure...

Page 295: ...ently measured in decibels relative to the directly transmitted signal Echo Confidence describes the quality of an echo Higher values represent higher quality Echo Threshold defines the minimum value required for an echo to be accepted as valid and evaluated Echo Lock Window a window centered on an echo in order to locate and display the echo s position and true reading Echoes outside the window a...

Page 296: ...t induces an electromotive force in that circuit or in a neighboring circuit The unit is a Henry microwaves the term for the electromagnetic frequencies occupying the portion of the radio frequency spectrum from 1 GHz to 300 GHz multiple echoes secondary echoes that appear as double triple or quadruple echoes in the distance from the target echo Near Blanking see Blanking nozzle a length of pipe m...

Page 297: ...ity as a result of the wave travelling through a pipe or medium pulse radar a radar type that directly measures distance using short microwave pulses Distance is determined by the return transit time radar radar is an acronym for RAdio Detection And Ranging A device that radiates electromagnetic waves and utilizes the reflection of such waves from distant objects to determine their existence or po...

Page 298: ... well see stillpipe stillpipe a pipe that is mounted inside a vessel parallel to the vessel wall and is open to the vessel at the bottom TVT Time Varying Threshold a time varying curve that determines the threshold level above which echoes are determined to be valid two wire radar a low energy radar Can be loop powered analog intrinsically safe 4 to 20 mA or a digital BUS transmitter waveguide ant...

Page 299: ...ed horn 189 threaded PVDF antenna 218 blanking see Near Range 238 bolting instructions 37 bus address device address resetting to 126 266 bus termination 266 bypass pipe see stillpipe 32 C cables requirements 42 Calibration Interval 154 calibration schedules via PDM 90 cleaning instructions 165 CLEF Constrained Leading Edge Fit explanation 234 CLEF range setup 122 Condensed Status explanation 270 ...

Page 300: ...ect 233 233 time varying threshold TVT 232 Echo Setup quick access via PDM 90 EDD updating 77 EDD electronic device description 265 edit mode handheld programmer 59 key functions 62 Electronic Device Description EDD required for PROFIBUS PA 76 updating 77 Empty rate setup 114 enable disable local operation 159 enable disable remote operation 158 enclosure opening 43 F factory defaults Master Reset...

Page 301: ...ation mode 59 L Language 159 LCD display contrast adjustment 156 echo profile viewing 66 fast mode 156 measurement mode 55 lens replacement 167 lid lock set screw 43 Limit Hysteresis setup 132 Lithium batteries Safety 53 Local Operation enable disable 159 Local User Interface LUI 55 LOE Timer explanation 240 setup 111 loop voltage vs loop resistance power supply requirements 47 loss of echo LOE ex...

Page 302: ...2 102 PED Pressure Equipment Directive 23 244 performance specifications 179 pipe sizes flange mounting 220 222 polarization reference point 31 power consumption 266 power source requirements 42 pressure applications 23 Pressure Equipment Directive 23 244 Process Intelligence 232 process temperature maximum 242 Process Variables view via PDM 97 PROFIBUS address reset to 126 142 PROFIBUS address 14...

Page 303: ... PDM 94 Simulation via PDM 92 SITRANS LR250 operating principles 231 startup transition screen 54 status byte status codes 269 status codes 269 stillpipe mounting requirements 32 Support contact information 281 T technical data 179 ambient temperature 184 antenna 182 enclosure 182 environmental 184 performance 179 pressure 184 process connections 181 process temperature 184 weight 182 technical su...

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Page 306: ...iemens com Subject to change without prior notice For more information www siemens com processautomation www siemens com level www siemens com weighing Siemens Canada Limited Siemens Milltronics Process Instruments 1954 Technology Drive P O Box 4225 Siemens AG 2014 A5E32221386 Rev AC ...

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