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Operating instructions magnetostrictive level transmitter, models FLM-CA, FLM-CM
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Faults
Causes
Measures
No or undefined function
Incorrect terminal assignment
Compare connection diagram
Insulation not clamped
sufficiently
Check the terminals
Adjusting collar has slipped
or is incorrectly fitted after the
removal from the guide tube
Check the location of the
adjusting collar
False 0 ... 100 % values
Incorrectly fitted float
Turn the float
Incorrect details with the order
Contact the manufacturer
Defective wave guide through
mechanical effects
Return to the manufacturer
Incorrectly adjusted
Readjust or contact
manufacturer
The transmitter cannot be
mounted at the planned
place on the vessel
Thread sizes and flange sizes
for the level transmitter and
vessel do not match.
Modification of the vessel
or modification of the level
transmitter in the factory
Thread on the screwed coupling
at the vessel defective
Rework the thread or replace
the screwed coupling
Mounting thread at the level
transmitter defective
Return to the manufacturer
7. Maintenance and cleaning
For contact details see chapter 1 “General information” or the back page of the
operating instructions.
7.1 Maintenance
When used properly, the magnetostrictive level transmitters work maintenance-free. They
must be subjected to visual inspection within the context of regular maintenance, however,
and included in the vessel pressure test.
DANGER!
Risk of injury due to improper use
Work on containers involves the danger of intoxication and suffocation.
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No work is allowed to be carried out unless by taking suitable personal
protective measures (e.g. breathing apparatus, protective clothing etc.).
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Work on the instrument must only be carried out by trained skilled
personnel.
6. Faults / 7. Maintenance and cleaning
