
IM-P693-06
EMM Issue 1
14
LCS3050 Low Water Level Switch for two probes
5.2 Checking switchpoint and function
Level probe 1
Test and diagnosis button
Level probe 2
Test and diagnosis button
LED alarm 1 /operating mode
LED alarm 2 /operating mode
Diagnosis LED
Fig. 11
Start
Activity
Indication
Function
Apply supply voltage.
All LEDs are illuminated.
System is being started and tested, this
takes approx. 10 sec.
Output contacts are open.
Signal outputs 1 and 2 are closed.
All LEDs are illuminated for more
than 10 sec.
System malfunction. Possible causes: Faulty
power supply, level switch defective.
Raise water in boiler until the
switchpoint “low water level (LW)”
is exceeded. Level probe(s) make(s)
contact with the water.
Green LEDs for level probe 1/2
illuminated.
Output contacts are closed. Signal outputs 1
and 2 open.
Checking switchpoint and function
Lower water level until it is below
the switchpoint “low water level
(LW)”. Level probe(s) is/are exposed.
Red LEDs for level probe 1/2 are
flashing.
De-energizing delay is running. Signal
outputs 1 and 2 are closed instantaneously.
Red LEDs for level probe 1/2
illuminated.
Delay time has elapsed, output contacts
open. Signal outputs 1 and 2 are closed.
Possible installation faults
Status and indication
Fault
Remedy
Sightglass indicates level below
switchpoint “low water (LW)”,
red LEDs for level probes 1/2 not
illuminated. Safety circuit closed.
Probe rod(s) is/are too long.
Cut probe rod(s) to the length dictated by the
switchpoint LW.
If installed inside the boiler:
Upper vent hole in protection tube
does not exist or is obstructed.
Check installation of level probe. Make
sure that the level in the protection tube
corresponds to the actual water level.
Water level sufficient. Red LEDs for
level probes 1/2 illuminated! Safety
circuit open.
Probe rod(s) is/are too short.
Replace probe rod(s) and cut new rods to the
length dictated by the switchpoint LW.
The earth connection to the
vessel is interrupted.
Clean probe threads and ensure excessive
PTFE tape has not been applied.
Electrical conductivity of the
boiler water too low.
Correct water conductivity.
Upper vent hole flooded.
Check installation of level probe. Make
sure that the level in the protection tube
corresponds to the actual water level.