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1.0  GENERAL INFORMATION

ILV

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TOR.056.--.M.EN        Issue:  A1     

09.16

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1.1  Scope of the Manual

This Manual has been prepared by the Manufacturer to provide the operating technical information for instal-

lation, operation and maintenance of the device concerned.
The Manual, which is an integral part of the device concerned, must be preserved throughout the life of the 

device in a known easily accessible place, available for consultation whenever required.

If the Manual is lost, damaged or becomes illegible, contact the Manufacturer for a copy specifying the serial 

number of the device.
If the device concerned changes ownership, the Manual has to be handed over to the new owner as part of 

the device supply.
The Manual is meant for specialist technical personnel appointed and authorized by the Manufacturer, owner 

and installer to act on the device concerned for which specific technical skills in the sector concerned are nec

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essary (electrical, mechanical, etc.).
The illustrations may differ from the actual structure of the device concerned but do not interfere with the ex-

planation of the operations.

In case of doubt, contact the Manufacturer for explanations.
The Manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the Manual without the obligation to provide prior The 

Manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the Manual without the obligation to provide prior com-

munication.
The technical information included in this Instruction Manual is the property of the Manufacturer and therefore 

has to be considered as confidential.

It is forbidden to use the Manual for purposes other than those strictly linked to the operation and maintenance 

of the device.
This information is provided by the Manufacturer in the original language (English) and can be translated into 

other languages to satisfy legislative and/or commercial requirements.

Summary of Contents for TOREX ILV

Page 1: ...x it www torex it TOREX S p A Via Canaletto 139 A I 41030 S Prospero s S MO Italy Manual No TOR 056 M EN Issue A1 Latest update September 2016 ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS IN ENGLISH ILV VIBRATING LEVEL INDICATOR EN ASSEMBLY AND MAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND MAINTENANCE ...

Page 2: ...08 guarantees that the entire production process from the customer s order to the after sales service can fulfil the product quality standard This publication cancels and replaces any previous edition and revision We reserve the right to implement modifications without notice This catalogue cannot be reproduced even partially without prior written consent by the Manufacturer ...

Page 3: ...n components 10 3 3 Operating principle 11 3 4 Noise level 11 3 5 Environmental operating limits 11 3 6 Safety and information signs 13 3 7 Residual risks 13 4 0 INFORMATION REGARDING HANDLING AND TRANSPORT 14 4 1 Type of packaging 14 4 2 Unpacking 14 4 3 Dimensions and weights 14 4 4 Disposal 15 4 5 Reception of goods 15 4 6 Lifting and unloading methods 16 5 0 INSTALLATION AND FIXING 17 5 1 Safe...

Page 4: ...g the device 29 8 0 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS 30 8 1 Safety recommendations for replacement 30 8 2 Replacing the electric module 30 8 3 Returning the device 32 8 4 Dismantling and disposal 32 10 0 TECHNICAL DATA 33 10 1 Overall dimensions 33 A ATTACHMENTS 35 A1 Declaration of Incorporation 35 ...

Page 5: ... to act on the device concerned for which specific technical skills in the sector concerned are nec essary electrical mechanical etc The illustrations may differ from the actual structure of the device concerned but do not interfere with the ex planation of the operations In case of doubt contact the Manufacturer for explanations The Manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the Manual wi...

Page 6: ... with and scrupulously follow the information highlighted by the symbols Danger Warning Indicates situations of serious danger which if ignored can be risky for the health and safety of per sons Caution Indicates that appropriate behaviour must be adopted to avoid posing risk for the health and safety of persons and avoid causing economic damage Important Indicates particularly important technical...

Page 7: ...d by the presence of pow ered components inside the junction box or control panel Obligation read this Manual before carrying out any action on the device con cerned Forbidden indicates that it is forbidden to lubricate or adjust moving parts Forbidden indicates it is forbidden to introduce hands into the equipment List of safety and information symbols ...

Page 8: ...ed is installed Routine maintenance includes all the actions necessary to keep the device in good working conditions to ensure greater operating durability and to keep the safety requisites constant Extraordinary maintenance all the actions meant to keep the device in perfect working order Setting in safety conditions all the precautions the authorized personnel must adopt before acting on the dev...

Page 9: ...components The plates show the reference necessary for operating safety 1 4 Manufacturer s data and identification of device Identification plate of the ILV indicator 1 Manufacturer s name and address 2 Serial No 3 Device type 4 Range limits 5 Output signal range 6 Cable or tape length 7 Application limits WAM GROUP TOREX SpA I 41030 S Prospero MO www torex it SN 1010001111 1 1 2012 ILV Supply 230...

Page 10: ...ation failure of the device if the loading unloading operations from trucks transport positioning at the site use repairs mainte nance etc have not been carried out in compliance with the warnings described in this Manual and in accord ance with the national legislation in force Likewise the Manufacturer shall not accept any responsibility if the device concerned is used improperly by unauthorized...

Page 11: ...he risks and the behaviour to be adopted Pay attention to the meaning of the notices applied on the device keep these legible and respect the information indicated Use instruments equipment and tools that have been approved and are intrinsically safe and cannot alter the safety level of the operations or damage the device during installation use and maintenance Modifications to the device componen...

Page 12: ...hed Apart from invalidation of the warranty the Manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage to objects and harm to persons deriving from the use of non original spare parts or due to modifications made during repairs without express written authorization Do not dump polluting material oil grease paint plastic etc in the environment but carry out waste separation disposal depending on the c...

Page 13: ...erial with poor tendency to form encrustation or deposits The food industry is also a wide sector of ap plication The ATEX IIIC Da Db version of the device is available for use in ein the presence of explosive dust Possible applications Industry for building constructions materials for lime foundry sand etc Food industry for milk powder flour salt etc Plastic materials industry of for plastic gran...

Page 14: ...it is used for the passage of electric power supply and signals cables from the level indicator 2 Cover protects the electrical connections from dust and water 3 Head contains the wiring and electronic controller board 4 Connection thread it is used for connecting the indicator on the silo or container 5 Vibrating forks detect the presence of material 6 Nut used for the fastening of the level indi...

Page 15: ...ng an extension cable ILVC When stimulated piezoelectrically the oscillating probe vibrates at its mechanical resonance frequency If the probe is covered by bulk materials the damping created is recorded electronically thereby generating an output signal The oscillation of the device constitutes to some extent acting as a sort of self cleaning mecha nism 3 4 Noise level 3 5 Environmental operating...

Page 16: ...ss Steel 304 316 Total weight 1 7 Kg 4 Kg Wt of extensions 2 5 Kg m 0 5 Kg m Type ILVA ILVB ILVC Ambient Temperature 40 C 60 C 25 C 60 C Operation temperature 40 C 150 C 25 C 80 C Powder density Max Min Max Min 30 g l 150 g l 20 g l 75 g l Features of bulk material Poor tendency to form deposits Particle size max 8 mm Particle size max 8 mm Max lateral load 500 NM 600 NM Max torque 250 NM Max trac...

Page 17: ...nput voltage voltage drop 2 5V AC max 253V 4A 500VA Phi 1 DC Max 253V 4A 60W ILVC Signal delay Uncovered probe covered for approx 1sec Covered probe uncovered for approx 1 2 sec Safety operation FSL FSH Can be switched for minimum maximum safety Sensitivity Adjustable on two levels Measuring frequency About 200 Hz ILVA ILVB About 125 Hz ILVC Insulation Power supply on output signal and output sign...

Page 18: ... 4 2 Unpacking The unpacking operations require the removal of the protection film if present The indicators in the boxes are not fixed in any manner 4 3 Dimensions and weights A 130 B 200 C 400 dimensions in mm The dimensions in the table above refer to the standard level indicator ILVA The packages may vary depending on the configurations extensions and or high temperature versions The weights o...

Page 19: ...2 5 m x 1 9 kg m 7 05 kg total weight of ILV extension 2 5 m Important The data on the rating plate do not include the weight of the complete package pallets or other if present 4 5 Reception of goods On receiving the goods check if type and quantity match the data on the acknowledgement of order Possible damage has to be immediately communicated in writing in the space provided to this purpose in...

Page 20: ...o make sure all the necessary measures are adopted to ensure his or her safety and the safety of other persons directly involved Use means and accessories ropes hooks shackles etc suitable for the load to be lifted Pay attention in the lifting phase to balance the load to avoid uncontrolled movements which could cause work injuries to persons Do not stack the packages as they are not sized for tha...

Page 21: ...al connections and all parts whose operation could be affected as a consequence of the prolonged device inactivity Before starting up the device clean it thoroughly according to the instructions contained in the diagram con cerning the safety of the device If the device is to be used in different conditions and with materials other than the previous application ensure the PERMITTED USE indications...

Page 22: ... 2 Operation temperature 1 Ambient Temperature 2 Operation temperature Type 1 Ambient Temperature 2 Operation temperature ILVA 40 C 150 C ILVB 40 C 150 C ILVC 40 C 80 C Type 1 Ambient Temperature 2 Operation temperature ILVA 60 C 150 C ILVB 60 C 150 C According to the previous tables the operation temperature for ILVA ILVB indicators are 150 C unlike ILVC which only withstands 80 C In high tempera...

Page 23: ...light slope recommended sensitive area Distance from wall and from depots Correct Incorrect Very large operating surface overloaded during falling of material danger of formation of encrustation and deposits Steel angle bar in the presence of high load distance approx 200mm PG connection facing downwards to prevent possible water seepage for correct orientation of the oscillating arms In case of a...

Page 24: ...l installation instead of installation on the top with an extension device ILVB Important Do not rotate the body while screwing it Do not bend shorten or lengthen the vibrating forks to avoid breakage of the device Extensions length ILVB The table below lists the maximum length L on the basis of the deviation angle D as compared to vertical installation MAX Deviation MAX L length 5 4000 mm 45 1200...

Page 25: ...t voltage peaks with inductive voltages Check the supply voltage applied on the basis of the specifications shown on the electronic module before starting up the device Make sure the exposed surface of the cables does not exceed 8 mm in length hazard of contact with pow ered parts Make sure the cable gland tightens the cable safely fixing it properly water seepage hazard Position a power switch ne...

Page 26: ...p Make sure the lever indicator is fixed firmly to the threaded bushing present on the silo or the container NOTE In case of applications with high pressures inside the silos or container it is recommended to apply a layer of Teflon on the level indicator thread 5 4 Mechanical connections Position the level indicator near the threaded bushing bringing it near the threading ...

Page 27: ...ions Provide near the device a switch meant to cut off the power supply The device must be earthed especially if installed in applications with pneumatic conveyors and non metallic containers All electric wires connected to your device must have at least a 250 VAC insulation and withstand a tem perature of at least 90 C 5 5 Electrical connections ILVA ILVB 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Output signal PE N L Powe...

Page 28: ... Hz 10 8VA 19 55V DC 10 1 5W Output signals SPDT floating relay AC max 253V 4A 500VA at cos Phi 1 DC max 253V 4A 60W Output fuse max 10A SPDT type relay ILVC Supply 18 50V DC 10 1 5W Fuse max 4A Output signals Max 0 4A Output fuse max 10A Output signals for PLC relays meter or lamp PNP type ...

Page 29: ...level on FSH Drop in current or line interruptions are interpreted as a full signal overload protection If the probe is used to indicate the empty status set the minimum safety level on FSL Drop in current or line interruptions are interpreted as a empty signal protection against empty running 8 7 6 5 4 3 8 7 6 5 4 3 3 1 3 1 FSL FSH Setting Relay DTPT 3 wire PNP LED Signal output 8 7 6 5 4 3 8 7 6...

Page 30: ...TING THE SENSITIVITY All probes are factory set and normally no further adjustments are required If the bulk material handled has a strong tendency to form encrustation or deposits the adjustment switch must be set in position A in order to increase the sensitivity of the probe factory setting position B If the indicator is meant for special applications please contact the supplier ILVA ILVB ...

Page 31: ...5 0 INSTALLATION AND FIXING ILV 2 TOR 056 M EN Issue A1 09 16 27 ILVC ...

Page 32: ...d use indications are complied with During inactivity avoid salty and moist environments Place the device on a wooden pallet Set the device in safety condition before operating it Before starting the device check the electrical connections whose operation could be affected due to the pro longed device inactivity Before starting up the device carry out a complete cleaning cycle in accordance with t...

Page 33: ...ral cleaning of the vibrating forks 7 1 Cleaning the device Prior to carrying out any operation set the device in conditions of safety When removing the dust that may be present on the device take care not to disperse it in the environ ment Do not keep the indicator inactive for long periods especially if it has not been disassembled and cleaned For a safe operation the user must use cleaning prod...

Page 34: ...o those nearby Activate all the safety devices envisaged and prevent access to controls which if activated could cause work injuries to the persons involved in the operations 8 2 Replacing the electric module ILVA ILVB 1 Open the lid and disconnect the supplies cables 1 2 3 8 of device 2 Loosen the four screws that fasten the electronic module 3 Remove the sensor cables red yellow blue black 4 Ext...

Page 35: ...the lid and disconnect the supplies cables of device 2 Loosen the two screws that fasten the electronic module 3 Extract the electronic module 4 Fit the spare electronic module and tighten the two fastening screws 5 Connect the cables to the related supplies and close the lid ...

Page 36: ...h activities having the suitable skills Dismantle the components of the device if necessary contact the Manufacturer for further information The components dismantled have to be separated on the basis of the materials they are made of in compli ance with the laws on differential collection and disposal of wastes With reference to the WEEE Directives electrical and electronic components marked with...

Page 37: ...25 125 170 1 1 2 ISO228 Ø36 Ø84 M20x1 5 90 125 125 170 1 1 2 ISO228 Ø36 Ø84 M20x1 5 90 175 ILVA ILVA with extension ILVB ILVB with extension Ambient Temperature 40 C 40 C Operation temperature 40 C 150 C Ambient Temperature 40 C 60 C Operation temperature 40 C 150 C Ambient Temperature 40 C 40 C Operation temperature 40 C 150 C Ambient Temperature 40 C 60 C Operation temperature 40 C 150 C ...

Page 38: ...10 0 TECHNICAL DATA ILV 2 TOR 056 M EN Issue A1 09 16 34 130 Ø84 M20x1 5 90 155 Ø42 4 195 170 Ø42 4 L 750 20000 mm 1 1 2 ISO228 ILVC Ambient Temperature 25 C 60 C Operation temperature 25 C 80 C ...

Page 39: ...ical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits Applied standards for evaluation of the unit DIN EN 61010 1 2013 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use Part 1 General requirements EN 60529 1997 IEC 529 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures IP code Directive 2011 65 EU RoHS of the European Parliament and of the Council of 8 June ...

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