sed in this Manual
Certain conventions are used in this manual to convey
specific types of information. General technical material,
support data, and safety information are presented in
narrative form. The following styles are used for notes,
cautions, and warnings.
NOTE:
Notes contain information that augments or clarifies
an operating step. Notes do not normally contain
actions. They follow the procedural steps to which
they refer.
Cautions
Cautions alert the technician to special conditions
that could injure personnel, damage equipment, or
reduce a components mechanical integrity. Cautions
are also used to alert the technician to unsafe prac-
tices or the need for special protective equipment or
specific materials. In this manual, a caution box indi-
cates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Warnings
Warnings identify potentially dangerous situations or
serious hazards. In this manual, a warning indicates
an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Explosion hazard. Do not connect or dis-
connect equipment unless power has been switched off
or the area is known to be non-hazardous.
Safety Messages
The Kotron Series 82 CE RF Level Transmitter system
may be properly installed in Category II, Pollution
Degree 2 installations. Follow all standard industry proce-
dures for servicing electrical and computer equipment
when working with or around high voltage. Always shut
off the power supply before touching any components.
Although high voltage is not present in this system, it
may be present in other systems.
Electrical components are sensitive to electrostatic dis-
charge. To prevent equipment damage, observe safety
procedures when working with electrostatic sensitive
components.
Low Voltage Directive
For use in Category II installations. If equipment is used
in a manner not specified by manufacturer, protection
provided by equipment may be impaired.
Notice of Trademark, Copyright, and Limitations
Kotron is a registered trademark of Magnetrol
International, Incorporated. Kotron Series 82 CE
RF Level Transmitter is a tradename of Magnetrol
International, Incorporated.
Manual 50-613.11 Copyright © 2003 Magnetrol
International, Incorporated.
Magnetrol reserves the right to make changes to the
product described in this manual at any time without
notice. Magnetrol makes no warranty with respect to
the accuracy of the information in this manual.
Warranty
All Magnetrol/STI electronic level and flow controls are
warranted free of defects in materials or workmanship
for one full year from the date of original factory
shipment.
If returned within the warranty period; and, upon
factory inspection of the control, the cause of the claim
is determined to be covered under the warranty; then,
Magnetrol/STI will repair or replace the control at
no cost to the purchaser (or owner) other than
transportation.
Magnetrol/STI shall not be liable for misapplication,
labor claims, direct or consequential damage or expense
arising from the installation or use of equipment.
There are no other warranties expressed or implied,
except special written warranties covering some
Magnetrol/STI products.
Quality Assurance
The quality assurance system in place at Magnetrol/STI
guarantees the highest level of quality throughout the
company. Magnetrol/STI is committed to providing full
customer satisfaction both in quality products and
quality service.
Magnetrols quality assurance system
is registered to ISO 9001 affirming its
commitment to known international
quality standards providing the
strongest assurance of product/service
quality available. 50-613 Kotron Series 82 CE RF Level Transmitter
Table of Contents
1.0 Complete Installation
1.1 Unpacking ...........................................................1
1.2 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Handling Procedure...1
1.3 Installation Location..............................................2
1.4 Mounting ..............................................................2
1.4.1 Metal Walled Tanks ....................................2
1.4.2 Non-Metallic and Glass-Lined Tank
Construction ..............................................3
1.4.3 Transmitter Probe Assembly .......................3
1.5 Probe Installation ..................................................3
1.5.1 Rigid Probe.................................................3
1.5.1.1 Integral Electronics................................3
1.5.1.2 Remote Electronics................................3
1.5.2 Flexible Probe .............................................4
1.5.2.1 Integral Electronics................................5
1.5.2.2 Remote Electronics................................5
1.6 Wiring ..................................................................6
1.6.1 Two-Wire Transmitter without Meter.........6
1.6.2 Two-Wire Transmitter with Meter ..............6
1.6.3 Four-Wire Transmitter without Meter ........7
1.6.4 Four-Wire Transmitter with Meter .............8
1.7 Calibration ............................................................9
1.7.1 Calibration Procedure A .............................9
1.7.2 Calibration Procedure B ...........................10
2.0 Reference Information ...............................................11
2.1 Description .........................................................11
2.2 Theory of Operation ...........................................11
2.3 Troubleshooting...................................................11
2.3.1 Installation................................................11
2.3.2 Calibration ................................................12
2.3.3 Operation..................................................13
2.4 Agency Approvals ................................................15
2.4.1 Agency Specifications Intrinsically Safe
Installation ................................................16
2.5 Parts ....................................................................17
2.5.1 Replacement Parts ....................................17
2.5.1.1 Transmitter..........................................17
2.5.1.2 Meter ..................................................17
2.5.1.3 Remote Probe Housing .......................17
2.5.1.4 Remote Transmitter Housing ..............17
2.6 Specifications.......................................................18
2.6.1 Electrical...................................................18
2.6.2 Physical.....................................................19
3.0 Model Numbers .........................................................20
Kotron Series 82 CE
RF Level Transmitter 50-613 Kotron Series 82 CE RF Level Transmitter
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1.0
Complete Installation
This section provides detailed procedures for properly
installing, configuring, and, as needed, troubleshooting the
Kotron Series 82 CE RF Level Transmitter.
1.1
Unpacking
Unpack the instrument carefully. Make sure all components
have been removed from the packing material. Check
all the contents against the packing slip and report any
discrepancies to the factory.
Before proceeding with the installation, do the following:
Inspect all components for damage. Report any damage
to the carrier within 24 hours.
Make sure the nameplate model number agrees with the
packing slip and purchase order.
Record the model and serial numbers for future reference
when ordering parts.
1.2
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
Handling Procedure
Magnetrols electronic instruments are manufactured to the
highest quality standards. These instruments use electronic
components that may be damaged by static electricity pre-
sent in most work environments.
The following steps are recommended to reduce the risk of
component failure due to electrostatic discharge.
Ship and store circuit boards in anti-static bags. If an anti-
static bag is not available, wrap the board in aluminum
foil. Do not place boards on foam packing materials.
Use a grounding wrist strap when installing and removing
circuit boards. A grounded workstation is recommended.
Handle circuit boards only by the edges. Do not touch
components or connector pins.
Make sure that all electrical connections are completely
made and none are partial or floating. Ground all
equipment to a good, earth ground.
CAUTION
SENSITIVE ELECTRONIC DEVICES
DO NOT SHIP OR STORE NEAR STRONG
ELECTROSTATIC, ELECTROMAGNETIC,
MAGNETIC, OR RADIOACTIVE FIELDS 50-613 Kotron Series 82 CE RF Level Transmitter
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1.3
Installation Location
Kotron RF Transmitters should be located for easy access
for service, calibration and monitoring. Units should not
be exposed to ambient temperatures below -40° F (-40° C)
or above +160° F (+70° C). Special precaution should be
made to prevent exposure to corrosive atmosphere, exces-
sive vibration, shock or physical damage.
Caution: This unit contains CMOS electronics which may be
damaged by static electricity. Do not touch any
semi-conductor devices unless you are properly
grounded.
1.4
Mounting
The Series 82 CE transmitter can be mounted to a tank
using a variety of process connections.
Make sure all mounting connections are properly in place
on the tank before installing the probe. Make sure the
Kotron probe is correct for the intended installation.
It is common practice to use the metal tank wall as the
reference electrode. In such cases, it is required that the
probe housing makes a good electrical connection to the
tank wall. If there is any doubt about this connection or
to the use of PTFE thread tape gaskets, paint, rust, or any