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MN300610 Rev C3
Safety Precautions
Step Three
About this Manual:
PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL PRIOR TO INSTALLING OR USING THIS
PRODUCT. This manual includes information on the EchoSonic® series Ultrasonic Level transmitter from
FLOWLINE. Please refer to the part number located on the sensor label to verify the exact model
configuration, which you have purchased.
User’s Responsibility for Safety:
Flowline manufactures a broad range of level sensing technologies.
While each of these sensors is designed to operate in a wide variety of applications, it is the user’s
responsibility to select a sensor model that is appropriate for the application, install it properly, perform
tests of the installed system, and maintain all components. The failure to do so could result in property
damage or serious injury.
Proper Installation and Handling:
Only professional staff should install and/or repair this product. Install
the transmitter with the included Viton gasket and never over tighten the transmitter within the fitting.
Always check for leaks prior to system start-up.
Wiring and Electrical:
A supply voltage of 12 to 28 VDC is used to power the EchoSonic
®
. Electrical
wiring of the transmitter should be performed in accordance with all applicable national, state, and local
codes.
Material Compatibility:
The enclosure is made of Polycarbonate (PC). The transducer is made of
Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF). Make sure that the model, which you have selected, is chemically
compatible with the application media.
Enclosure:
While the transmitter housing is liquid-resistant the EchoSonic
®
is not designed to be
operational when immersed. It should be mounted in such a way that the enclosure and transducer do not
come into contact with the application media under normal operational conditions.
Safety
Installation should be done by properly trained staff
Supply voltage should never exceed a maximum of 28 VDC
Make sure the sensor is chemically compatible with your application
Design a fail-safe system that accommodates the possibility of sensor and/or power failure.
This sensor should not be used in classified hazardous environments
Make a Fail-Safe System:
Design a fail-safe system that accommodates the possibility of transmitter
and/or power failure. FLOWLINE recommends the use of redundant backup systems and alarms in
addition to the primary system.
Flammable, Explosive or Hazardous Applications
EchoSonic
®
should not be used within classified hazardous environments.
Warning:
Always use the Viton gasket when installing the EchoSonic
®
, and make sure that all electrical
wiring of the switch is in accordance with applicable codes.
