Vega VEGAPULS 66 User manual
Operating Instructions
Radar sensor for continuous level
measurement of liquids
VEGAPULS 66
Probus PA
Standpipe version
Document ID: 36525
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Contents
1 About this document
1.1 Function ........................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Target group ..................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Symbols used................................................................................................................... 4
2 For your safety
2.1 Authorised personnel ....................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Appropriate use................................................................................................................ 5
2.3 Warning about incorrect use............................................................................................. 5
2.4 General safety instructions............................................................................................... 5
2.5 CE conformity................................................................................................................... 6
2.6 NAMUR recommendations .............................................................................................. 6
2.7 Radio license for Europe .................................................................................................. 6
2.8 Radio license for USA/Canada......................................................................................... 7
2.9 Environmental instructions ............................................................................................... 7
3 Product description
3.1 Conguration.................................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Principle of operation........................................................................................................ 9
3.3 Packaging, transport and storage..................................................................................... 9
3.4 Accessories and replacement parts ............................................................................... 10
4 Mounting
4.1 General instructions ....................................................................................................... 12
4.2 Mounting instructions ..................................................................................................... 13
5 Connecting to the bus system
5.1 Preparing the connection ............................................................................................... 14
5.2 Connecting..................................................................................................................... 15
5.3 Wiring plan, single chamber housing.............................................................................. 17
5.4 Wiring plan, double chamber housing ............................................................................ 17
5.5 Wiring plan, double chamber housing Ex d ia ................................................................ 19
5.6 Double chamber housing with DIS-ADAPT .................................................................... 20
5.7 Wiring plan - version IP 66/IP 68, 1 bar........................................................................... 21
5.8 Set instrument address .................................................................................................. 21
5.9 Switch-on phase............................................................................................................. 22
6 Set up with the display and adjustment module
6.1 Insert display and adjustment module............................................................................ 23
6.2 Adjustment system......................................................................................................... 24
6.3 Measured value indication - Selection national language............................................... 25
6.4 Parameter adjustment .................................................................................................... 26
6.5 Saving the parameter adjustment data........................................................................... 45
7 Setup with PACTware
7.1 Connect the PC.............................................................................................................. 46
7.2 Parameter adjustment .................................................................................................... 46
7.3 Saving the parameter adjustment data........................................................................... 47
8 Set up with other systems
8.1 DD adjustment programs ............................................................................................... 48
9 Diagnosis, asset management and service
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9.1 Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 49
9.2 Measured value and event memory ............................................................................... 49
9.3 Asset Management function........................................................................................... 50
9.4 Rectify faults................................................................................................................... 54
9.5 Exchanging the electronics module................................................................................ 56
9.6 Software update ............................................................................................................. 57
9.7 How to proceed if a repair is necessary.......................................................................... 57
10 Dismount
10.1 Dismounting steps.......................................................................................................... 58
10.2 Disposal ......................................................................................................................... 58
11 Supplement
11.1 Technical data ................................................................................................................ 59
11.2 Communication Probus PA........................................................................................... 66
11.3 Dimensions .................................................................................................................... 70
Safety instructions for Ex areas
Take note of the Ex specic safety instructions for Ex applications.
These instructions are attached as documents to each instrument
with Ex approval and are part of the operating instructions manual.
Editing status: 2016-01-29
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1 About this document
VEGAPULS 66 • Probus PA
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1 About this document
1.1 Function
This operating instructions manual provides all the information you
need for mounting, connection and setup as well as important instruc-
tions for maintenance and fault rectication. Please read this informa-
tion before putting the instrument into operation and keep this manual
accessible in the immediate vicinity of the device.
1.2 Target group
This operating instructions manual is directed to trained specialist
personnel. The contents of this manual should be made available to
these personnel and put into practice by them.
1.3 Symbols used
Information, tip, note
This symbol indicates helpful additional information.
Caution: If this warning is ignored, faults or malfunctions can result.
Warning: If this warning is ignored, injury to persons and/or serious
damage to the instrument can result.
Danger: If this warning is ignored, serious injury to persons and/or
destruction of the instrument can result.
Ex applications
This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications.
• List
The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence.
→ Action
This arrow indicates a single action.
1 Sequence of actions
Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure.
Battery disposal
This symbol indicates special information about the disposal of bat-
teries and accumulators.
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2 For your safety
2.1 Authorised personnel
All operations described in this operating instructions manual must
be carried out only by trained specialist personnel authorised by the
plant operator.
During work on and with the device the required personal protective
equipment must always be worn.
2.2 Appropriate use
VEGAPULS 66 is a sensor for continuous level measurement.
You can nd detailed information about the area of application in
chapter "Product description".
Operational reliability is ensured only if the instrument is properly
used according to the specications in the operating instructions
manual as well as possible supplementary instructions.
2.3 Warning about incorrect use
Inappropriate or incorrect use of the instrument can give rise to
application-specic hazards, e.g. vessel overll or damage to system
components through incorrect mounting or adjustment. Also the pro-
tective characteristics of the instrument can be inuenced.
2.4 General safety instructions
This is a state-of-the-art instrument complying with all prevailing
regulations and guidelines. The instrument must only be operated in a
technically awless and reliable condition. The operator is responsible
for the trouble-free operation of the instrument.
During the entire duration of use, the user is obliged to determine the
compliance of the necessary occupational safety measures with the
current valid rules and regulations and also take note of new regula-
tions.
The safety instructions in this operating instructions manual, the na-
tional installation standards as well as the valid safety regulations and
accident prevention rules must be observed by the user.
For safety and warranty reasons, any invasive work on the device
beyond that described in the operating instructions manual may be
carried out only by personnel authorised by the manufacturer. Arbi-
trary conversions or modications are explicitly forbidden.
The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must also
be observed.
Depending on the instrument version, the emitting frequencies are in
the C, K or W band range. The low emitting frequencies are far below
the internationally approved limit values. When used correctly, the
device poses no danger to health.
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2.5 CE conformity
The device fullls the legal requirements of the applicable EC guide-
lines. By axing the CE marking, we conrm successful testing of the
product.
You can nd the CE Certicate of Conformity in the download section
of our homepage.
Electromagnetic compatibility
Instruments in four-wire or Ex-d-ia version are designed for use in an
industrial environment. Nevertheless, electromagnetic interference
from electrical conductors and radiated emissions must be taken into
account, as is usual with class A instruments according to EN 61326-
1. If the instrument is used in a dierent environment, the electromag-
netic compatibility to other instruments must be ensured by suitable
measures.
2.6 NAMUR recommendations
NAMUR is the automation technology user association in the process
industry in Germany. The published NAMUR recommendations are
accepted as the standard in eld instrumentation.
The device fullls the requirements of the following NAMUR recom-
mendations:
• NE 21 – Electromagnetic compatibility of equipment
• NE 53 – Compatibility of eld devices and display/adjustment
components
• NE 107 – Self-monitoring and diagnosis of eld devices
For further information see www.namur.de.
2.7 Radio license for Europe
The instrument is approved according to EN 302372-1/2 V1.2.1
(2011-02) for use in closed vessels.
For operation inside of closed vessels, the following conditions must
be fullled:
• The instrument must be permanently mounted on a closed vessel
made of metal, reinforced concrete, or comparable attenuating
materials.
• Flanges, process ttings and mounting accessories must ensure
the microwave impermeability of the vessel and not let the radar
signal escape to the outside
• If necessary, existing viewing windows in the vessel must be
coated with a microwave impermeable material (e.g. electrically
conductive coating)
• Manholes and anges on the vessel must be closed and sealed to
avoid penetration of the radar signal
• The instrument should be preferably mounted on top of the vessel
with antenna orientation downward
• The instrument must only be installed and maintained by appropri-
ately qualied sta
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2.8 Radio license for USA/Canada
The instrument is in conformity with part 15 of the FCC regulations.
Take note of the following two regulations:
• This device may not cause interference, and
• The device must be resistant to interference signals, including
such that may cause undesired operating states of the device
Modications not expressly approved by the manufacturer will lead to
expiry of the operating licence according to FCC/IC.
The instrument is in conformity with RSS-210 of the IC regulations.
The instrument may only be used in closed vessels made of metal,
concrete, or bre-reinforced plastic.
2.9 Environmental instructions
Protection of the environment is one of our most important duties.
That is why we have introduced an environment management system
with the goal of continuously improving company environmental pro-
tection. The environment management system is certied according
to DIN EN ISO 14001.
Please help us fulll this obligation by observing the environmental
instructions in this manual:
• Chapter "Packaging, transport and storage"
• Chapter "Disposal"
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3 Product description
3.1 Conguration
The type label contains the most important data for identication and
use of the instrument:
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15
13
14
12
11
5
3
6
4
7
8
10
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Fig. 1: Layout of the type label (example)
1 Instrument type
2 Product code
3 Approvals
4 Power supply and signal output, electronics
5 Protection rating
6 Measuring range
7 Process and ambient temperature, process pressure
8 Material, wetted parts
9 Hardware and software version
10 Order number
11 Serial number of the instrument
12 Data-Matrix-Code for smartphone app
13 Symbol of the device protection class
14 ID number, instrument documentation
15 Reminder to observe the instrument documentation
The type label contains the serial number of the instrument. With it
you can nd the following instrument data on our homepage:
• Product code (HTML)
• Delivery date (HTML)
• Order-specic instrument features (HTML)
• Operating instructions and quick setup guide at the time of ship-
ment (PDF)
• Order-specic sensor data for an electronics exchange (XML)
• Test certicate (PDF) - optional
Go to www.vega.com "VEGA Tools" and "Instrument search". Enter
the serial number.
Alternatively, you can access the data via your smartphone:
• Download the smartphone app "VEGA Tools" from the "Apple App
Store" or the "Google Play Store"
• Scan the Data Matrix code on the type label of the instrument or
• Enter the serial number manually in the app
Type label
Serial number - Instru-
ment search
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This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument
versions:
• Hardware from 2.1.1
• Software from 4.5.0
The scope of delivery encompasses:
• Radar sensor
• Documentation
– Quick setup guide VEGAPULS 66
– Instructions for optional instrument features
– Ex-specic "Safety instructions" (with Ex versions)
– If necessary, further certicates
• DVD "Software", included therein
– PACTware/DTM Collection
– Driver software
Information:
In the operating instructions manual, the optional instrument features
are described. The respective scope of delivery results from the order
specication.
3.2 Principle of operation
The instrument is suitable for the measurement of liquids under dif-
cult and extreme process conditions. Application possibilities can
be found in the chemical industry, in environmental and recycling
technology as well as in the petrochemical industry.
The version with standpipe antenna is particularly suitable for
measurement of solvents and liquid gases, for vessels with foam
generation or for measurement of products with low dielectric values
(DK > 1.6).
Measurement in a standpipe is not recommended for extremely
adhesive products.
The instrument can be used with products with an εr value ≥1.8. The
actually achievable value depends on the measuring conditions, the
antenna system, the standpipe or bypass.
The antenna of the radar sensor emits short radar pulses with a
duration of approx. 1 ns. These pulses are reected by the product
and received by the antenna as echoes. The transit time of the radar
pulses from emission to reception is proportional to the distance and
hence to the level. The determined level is converted into an appropri-
ate output signal and outputted as measured value.
3.3 Packaging, transport and storage
Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport. Its
capacity to handle normal loads during transport is assured by a test
based on ISO 4180.
The packaging of standard instruments consists of environment-
friendly, recyclable cardboard. For special versions, PE foam or PE
Scope of this operating
instructions manual
Scope of delivery
Application area
Functional principle
Packaging
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foil is also used. Dispose of the packaging material via specialised
recycling companies.
Transport must be carried out in due consideration of the notes on the
transport packaging. Nonobservance of these instructions can cause
damage to the device.
The delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit
damage immediately at receipt. Ascertained transit damage or con-
cealed defects must be appropriately dealt with.
Up to the time of installation, the packages must be left closed and
stored according to the orientation and storage markings on the
outside.
Unless otherwise indicated, the packages must be stored only under
the following conditions:
• Not in the open
• Dry and dust free
• Not exposed to corrosive media
• Protected against solar radiation
• Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration
• Storage and transport temperature see chapter "Supplement -
Technical data - Ambient conditions"
• Relative humidity 20 … 85 %
3.4 Accessories and replacement parts
The display and adjustment module PLICSCOM is used for measured
value indication, adjustment and diagnosis. It can be inserted into the
sensor and removed at any time.
You can nd further information in the operating instructions "Display
and adjustment module PLICSCOM" (Document-ID 27835).
The interface adapter VEGACONNECT enables the connection of
communication-capable instruments to the USB interface of a PC. For
parameter adjustment of these instruments, the adjustment software
PACTware with VEGA-DTM is required.
You can nd further information in the operating instructions "Interface
adapter VEGACONNECT" (Document-ID 32628).
The VEGADIS 81 is an external display and adjustment unit for VEGA
plics®sensors.
For sensors with double chamber housing the interface adapter
"DISADAPT" is also required for VEGADIS 81.
You can nd further information in the operating instructions "VE-
GADIS 81" (Document-ID 43814).
The adapter "DISADAPT" is an accessory part for sensors with dou-
ble chamber housings. It enables the connection of VEGADIS 81 to
the sensor housing via an M12 x 1 plug.
Transport
Transport inspection
Storage
Storage and transport
temperature
PLICSCOM
VEGACONNECT
VEGADIS 81
DISADAPT
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