Endress+Hauser Soliswitch FTE20 User manual

Operating Instructions

Soliswitch FTE20

Point level switch

BA01069F/09/EN/01.12

71186553

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Table of contents

1 Important document

information ............. 4

1.1 Document function ............ 4

1.2 Document conventions .......... 4

2 Safety instructions ........ 6

2.1 Requirements for the personnel ..... 6

2.2 Designated use .............. 6

2.3 Workplace safety ............. 7

2.4 Operational safety ............. 7

2.5 Product safety ............... 7

3 Identification ............ 8

3.1 Nameplate ................. 8

3.2 Certificates and approvals ........ 8

4 Installation .............. 9

4.1 Incoming acceptance, transport,

storage ................... 9

4.2 Installation conditions .......... 9

4.3 Installation instructions ......... 11

4.4 Post-installation check ......... 15

5 Wiring ................ 16

5.1 Connection instructions ......... 16

5.2 Quick wiring guide ........... 16

5.3 Post-connection check ......... 19

6 Operation ............. 19

6.1 Adjusting the switching pressure .... 19

6.2 Rotational movement display ...... 20

6.3 Indicator light (optional) ........ 20

6.4 Testing the internal switch ....... 21

7 Commissioning ......... 21

7.1 Post-installation and post-connection

check ................... 21

7.2 Setting the switching pressure ..... 21

7.3 Switching on the device ......... 21

8 Troubleshooting ......... 22

8.1 Point level switch with rotation

monitoring ................ 22

9 Technical data .......... 23

Important document information Soliswitch FTE20

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1 Important document information

1.1 Document function

These Operating Instructions contain all the information that is required in various phases of the

life cycle of the device: from product identification, incoming acceptance and storage, to

mounting, connection, operation and commissioning through to troubleshooting, maintenance

and disposal.

1.2 Document conventions

1.2.1 Safety symbols

Symbol Meaning

DANGER

A0011189-EN

DANGER!

This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation will result in serious

or fatal injury.

WARNING

A0011190-EN

WARNING!

This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation can result in serious

or fatal injury.

CAUTION

A0011191-EN

CAUTION!

This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation can result in minor

or medium injury.

NOTICE

A0011192-EN

NOTICE!

This symbol contains information on procedures and other facts which do not result in personal

injury.

1.2.2 Electrical symbols

Symbol Meaning

A0011197

Direct current

A terminal to which DC voltage is applied or through which direct current flows.

A0011198

Alternating current

A terminal to which alternating voltage (sine-wave) is applied or through which alternating current flows.

)

A0011200

Ground connection

A grounded terminal which, as far as the operator is concerned, is grounded via a grounding system.

A0011199

Protective ground connection

A terminal which must be connected to ground prior to establishing any other connections.

A0011201

Equipotential connection

A connection that has to be connected to the plant grounding system: This may be a potential equalization

line or a star grounding system depending on national or company codes of practice.

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1.2.3 Symbols for certain types of information

Symbol Meaning

A0011182

Allowed

Indicates procedures, processes or actions that are allowed.

A0011183

Preferred

Indicates procedures, processes or actions that are preferred.

A0011184

Forbidden

Indicates procedures, processes or actions that are forbidden.

A0011193

Tip

Indicates additional information.

A0011194

Reference to documentation

Refers to the corresponding device documentation.

A0011195

Reference to page

Refers to the corresponding page number.

A0011196

Reference to graphic

Refers to the corresponding graphic number and page number.

,…

Series of steps

ÃResult of a sequence of actions

A0013562

Help in the event of a problem

1.2.4 Symbols in graphics

Symbol Meaning

1, 2, 3 ... Item numbers

,…

Series of steps

A, B, C, ... Views

A-A, B-B, C-C, ... Sections

A0011187

Hazardous area

Indicates a hazardous area.

A0011188

Safe area (non-hazardous area)

Indicates a non-hazardous location.

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1.2.5 Tool symbols

Symbol Meaning

A0011220

Flat blade screwdriver

A0011221

Allen key

A0011222

Open-ended wrench

A0013442

Torx screwdriver

2 Safety instructions

2.1 Requirements for the personnel

The personnel for installation, commissioning, diagnostics and maintenance must fulfill the

following requirements:

►Trained, qualified specialists must have a relevant qualification for this specific function and

task

►Are authorized by the plant owner/operator

►Are familiar with federal/national regulations

►Before beginning work, the specialist staff must have read and understood the instructions in

the Operating Instructions and supplementary documentation as well as in the certificates

(depending on the application)

►Following instructions and basic conditions

The operating personnel must fulfill the following requirements:

►Being instructed and authorized according to the requirements of the task by the facility's

owner-operator

►Following the instructions in these Operating Instructions

2.2 Designated use

The Soliswitch FTE20 must only be used as a point level switch for specific bulk solids (see

Technical Data) (® ä 23). Comply with the specifications of EN50281-1-2 with regard to

temperatures and accumulations of dust.

• The device may only be operated when installed.

• The manufacturer accepts no liability for damages resulting from incorrect use or use other

than that designated. It is not permitted to convert or modify the device in any way.

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2.3 Workplace safety

For work on and with the device:

►Wear the required personal protective equipment according to federal/national regulations.

2.4 Operational safety

Risk of injury.

►Operate the device in proper technical condition and fail-safe condition only.

►The operator is responsible for interference-free operation of the device.

Conversions to the device

Unauthorized modifications to the device are not permitted and can lead to unforeseeable

dangers.

►If, despite this, modifications are required, consult with Endress+Hauser.

Repair

To ensure continued operational safety and reliability,

►Carry out repairs on the device only if they are expressly permitted.

►Observe federal/national regulations pertaining to repair of an electrical device.

►Use original spare parts and accessories from Endress+Hauser only.

Hazardous area

To eliminate a danger for persons or for the facility when the device is used in the hazardous

area (e.g. explosion protection, pressure vessel safety):

►Based on the nameplate, check whether the ordered device is permitted for the intended use

in the hazardous area.

►Observe the specifications in the separate supplementary documentation that is an integral

part of these Instructions.

2.5 Product safety

This measuring device is designed in accordance with good engineering practice to meet state-

of-the-art safety requirements, has been tested, and left the factory in a condition in which they

are safe to operate.

It fulfills general safety requirements and legal requirements. It also conforms to the EC directives

listed in the device-specific EC declaration of conformity. Endress+Hauser confirms this fact by

applying the CE mark.

Identification Soliswitch FTE20

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3 Identification

3.1 Nameplate

Soliswitch

Made in Germany 2012 87484 Nesselwang

Ord. cd.: FTE20-xxxx/xx

Ext. ord. cd.: FTE20-XXXXXXXXXXXX

230VAC 3,5VA

Ta= -20°C ... + 60°C

IP66

Ser. no.: XXXXXXXXXXX

DMT01 ATEX E 040

II 1/3D T110°C

contact ratings max.

250VAC / 6A

A0017317

å 1 Nameplate of the Soliswitch FTE20 (example)

1 Order code

2 Serial number

3 Extended order code

4 Power supply and IP protection of the housing

5 Ambient temperature range

6 Approvals

7 Output

8 Year of manufacture and manufacturer's address

3.2 Certificates and approvals

An overview of all the approvals available is provided in the "Technical data" section.

CE mark, Declaration of Conformity

The device is designed to meet state-of-the-art safety requirements, has been tested, and left the

factory in a condition in which it is safe to operate. The device complies with the applicable

standards and regulations in accordance with EN 61010-1 "Safety requirements for electrical

equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use".

The device described in these Operating Instructions therefore complies with the statutory

requirements of the EU Directives. The manufacturer confirms that the device has been

successfully tested by applying the CE mark.

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4 Installation

4.1 Incoming acceptance, transport, storage

Compliance with the permitted environmental and storage conditions is mandatory. Precise

specifications are provided in the "Technical data" section (® ä 23).

4.1.1 Incoming acceptance

On receipt of the goods, check the following points:

• Is the packaging or the content damaged?

• Is the delivery complete? Compare the scope of delivery against the information on your order

form.

4.1.2 Transport and storage

Please note the following:

• Pack the device so that is protected against impact for storage and transport. The original

packaging provides optimum protection.

• The permitted storage temperature is –20 to 60 °C (–4 to 140 °F).

4.2 Installation conditions

Correct and incorrect installation positions are indicated in (® å 2, ä 10) and

(® å 3, ä 11).

The dimensions of the device are provided in the "Technical data" section (® å 18, ä 27).

Installation Soliswitch FTE20

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~200 (7.87)

mm (in)

A0017073

å 2 Correct installation positions of the point level switch

1: Vertical from the top

2: Angled from the top

3: From the side

4: From the side with protective cover against falling solids

5: From below

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