Commissioning
7.7 Device replacement
SITRANS VP300 with or without HART
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5.
Transfer the initialization parameters read from the current device to the new device.
6.
Release the fixing of the actuator.
Second possibility - without HART communication
1.
Fix the actuator at its current position mechanically or pneumatically. Use the locking
function of your mounting kit, if available.
2.
Determine the actual position value. To do this, read the actual position value on the
display of the positioner to be replaced. Note down the read value.
Note
Electronics defect
If the positioner's electronics are defective, measure the actual position value with a ruler
or protractor at the actuator or valve. Convert the read value into %. Note down the
converted value.
3.
Dismount the current device from the actuator.
4.
Mount the new device to the actuator.
5.
Go to the main menu "1 Quick Start" and then to the menu "1.3 Device replacement".
6.
Manually enter the values for actuator type, tight closing, nominal stroke, actual position
and travel time which deviate from the factory settings in the corresponding parameters
for "1.3 Device replacement".
7.
Adopt the settings of the values using the parameter "1.3.6 Adopt values".
8.
Release the fixing of the actuator.
9.
Switch to the measurement view by pressing the button until the display shows the
following:
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