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ABB VA Master FAM540 Commissioning Instructions

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Commissioning Instruction CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B
VA Master FAM540
Metal Cone Variable Area Flowmeter
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  • Page 1 Commissioning Instruction CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B VA Master FAM540 Metal Cone Variable Area Flowmeter Measurement made easy...
  • Page 2 / temperature), if a physical mass flow unit is selected. Device firmware: Version B.20 or higher Further information Additional documentation on VA Master FAM540 is available to download free of charge at www.abb.com/flow. Alternatively simply scan this code: Manufacturer...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Inspection ............26     Transport ............26     Returning devices ..........26     Installation ..............27     Installation conditions ......... 27     6.1.1 Sensor insulation ..........27 VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 3...

  • Page 4: Safety

    — For use as a support for external loads, e.g. as a support for piping, etc. — Material application, e.g. by painting over the name plate or welding/soldering on parts — Material removal, e.g. by spot drilling the housing 4 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...

  • Page 5: Use In Potentially Explosive Atmospheres According To Atex And Iecex

    — Depending on the design, a specific marking in accordance with ATEX or IECEx applies. — ABB reserves the right to modify the Ex-marking. Refer to the name plate for the exact marking. Model FAM54xAx (analog indicator without alarm signaling unit)
  • Page 6 Dust explosion protection medium 1) Order code "Explosion protection and approvals“ (versions 9, 10); refer to chapter „Ordering information in the data sheet“ on page 36. Change from one to two columns 6 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...

  • Page 7: Installation Instructions

    EN TR50404 and IEC 60079-32-1 standards must be observed! Instructions on cleaning The painted surface of the device may be cleaned only using a moist cloth. VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 7...

  • Page 8: Cable Entries

    7.2 ... 11.7 mm (0.3 ... 0.5 inch). After installing the cable in the fitting, tighten the union nut using a torque of 3.25 Nm (2.40 lb/ft). Use additional strain relief in the housing to secure the connection cable. 8 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...

  • Page 9: Electrical Connections

    The operator must ensure that when connecting the protective earth (PE), there are no potential differences between protective earth (PE) and potential equalization, even in the event of a fault. Change from two to one column VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 9...

  • Page 10: Safety Specifications Atex / Iecex

    2) For connection to an intrinsically safe circuit. 3) For connection to a non-intrinsically safe circuit. If the device is to be operated subsequently with type of protection "intrinsically safe", then U = 60 V may not be exceeded. 10 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...
  • Page 11 60 °C 30 °C 30 °C 1) Order code "Explosion protection and approvals“ (versions 9, 10); refer to chapter Ordering information in the data sheet. 2) For connection to an intrinsically safe circuit. VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 11...
  • Page 12 1) Order code "Explosion protection and approvals“ (versions 9, 10); refer to chapter Ordering information in the data sheet. 2) For connection to a non-intrinsically safe circuit. If the device is to be operated subsequently with type of protection "intrinsically safe", then U = 60 V may not be exceeded. 12 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...
  • Page 13 1) Order code "Explosion protection and approvals“ (versions 9, 10); refer to chapter Ordering information in the data sheet. 2) For connection to a non-intrinsically safe circuit. If the device is to be operated subsequently with type of protection "intrinsically safe", then U = 60 V may not be exceeded. VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 13...

  • Page 14: Operating Instructions

    The instructions on avoiding the ignition of hazardous areas due to electrostatic discharges in accordance with the EN TR50404 and IEC 60079-32-1 standards must be observed! 14 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...

  • Page 15: Changing The Type Of Protection

    1) Possible only if the maximum signal levels of U ≤ 60 V (e.g., PELV or SELV circuits) were not previously exceeded. Change from one to two columns VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 15...

  • Page 16: Use In Potentially Explosive Atmospheres In Accordance With Fm And Ccsaus

    Standard / No explosion protection Order code (NI, IS) (NI, IS, G11831 Potential equalization 1) Order code "Explosion protection and approvals“ (versions 9, 10); refer to chapter Ordering information in the data sheet. 16 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...

  • Page 17: Ex-Marking

    — Depending on the design, a specific marking in accordance with FM applies. — ABB reserves the right to modify the Ex-marking. Refer to the name plate for the exact marking. Model FAM54xAx (analog indicator without alarm signaling unit and model FAM54xB/C/Dx (analog indicator with alarm signaling unit)

  • Page 18: Installation Instructions

    See chapter „Sensor insulation“ on page 27. For sealing original spare parts should be used only. NOTE Spare parts can be ordered from ABB Service: Please contact Customer Center Service acc. to page 2 for nearest service location. 18 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...

  • Page 19: Cable Entries

    After installing the cable in the gland, tighten the union nut to a torque of 3.25 Nm (2.40 lbf/ft). Use an additional strain relief device in the housing to secure the connection cable. VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 19...
  • Page 20 — In accordance with National Electric Code® (ANSI / NFPA70) connected to NEC class 2. Fig. 8: Earthing 1 Earthing terminal 2 Potential equalization in accordance with EN 60079-0 Change from two to one column 20 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...

  • Page 21: Safety Specifications Fm, Ccsaus

    1) Order code "Explosion protection and approvals“ (versions 9, 10); refer to chapter Ordering information in the data sheet. 2) "IS" installation in accordance with Installation Drawing SDM-10-A0253. 3) For connection to an intrinsically safe circuit. VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 21...
  • Page 22 30 °C 86 °F 30 °C 1) Order code "Explosion protection and approvals“ (versions 9, 10); refer to chapter Ordering information in the data sheet. 2) For connection to a non-intrinsically safe circuit. 22 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...
  • Page 23 1) Order code "Explosion protection and approvals“ (versions 9, 10); refer to chapter Ordering information in the data sheet. 2) For connection in Division 2 or Zone 2. 3) For connection to a non-intrinsically safe circuit. VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 23...
  • Page 24 1) Order code "Explosion protection and approvals“ (versions 9, 10); refer to chapter Ordering information in the data sheet. 2) For connection to an intrinsically safe circuit. 3) Installation in accordance with Installation Drawing SDM-10-A0253. 4) For connection to a non-intrinsically safe circuit. 24 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...

  • Page 25: Operating Instructions

    If the device was not operated with type of protection XP or IS, but with type of protection NI, the device is only suitable for use in Class I, Div. 2, Group A, B, C, D or in non- hazardous areas. VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 25...

  • Page 26: Product Identification

    — Ensure that small internal parts such as floats or cones do not fall out and become damaged. Returning devices Please contact Customer Center Service acc. to page 2 for nearest service location. 26 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...

  • Page 27: Installation

    Fig. 10: Insulation of the flowmeter — Shut-off and throttle valves should preferably be attached to the outlet of the flowmeter. As shown in Fig. 10, the flowmeter may only be insulated up to the flange diameter. VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 27...

  • Page 28: Operating Conditions

    „Safety specifications ATEX / IECEx“ on page 10 Gas damping is not suited to compensating for pressure and the FM / cCSAus limit values tables starting from „Safety shocks! specifications FM, cCSAus“ on page 21! 28 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...

  • Page 29: Solids Content In The Measuring Medium

    Carefully seal the cover. Tighten the cover fittings pressure requirements for gas measurements. — Do not expose the transmitter to direct sunlight; where necessary, provide appropriate sun protection. VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 29...

  • Page 30: Flowmeter Installation

    -76 -22 32 140 194 302 356 410 464 518 572 626 680 734 °F G10508 Fig. 16: ASME flange made from stainless steel G11726 Fig. 14: Tightening sequence for the flange screws 30 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...

  • Page 31: Electrical Connections

    ±0.5% of scale end value Nominal voltage 8 V DC (Ri approx. 1 kΩ) Operating voltage 5 ... 25 V DC Fig. 18: ASME flange made from stainless steel Switching frequency, max. 3 kHz VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 31...

  • Page 32: Switching Amplifier

    Fig. 20: Analog indicator with transmitter A Central power supply B Power supply via power supply unit C HART output 1 Flowmeter 2 Power supply 3 Power supply unit 4 HART modem 32 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...

  • Page 33: Hart Output

    Output voltage Minimum U 2 V DC the identification plate. Pulse output Terminals 41 / 42 Pulse width 5 ... 256 ms, maximum 50 % of the period Frequency f Maximum 50 Hz VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 33...

  • Page 34: Inspection After Switching On The Power Supply

    — Before opening the device, switch off the power supply and wait for t > 2 minutes. NOTE For detailed information on the operation and parameterization of the device, consult the associated operating instructions (OI)! 34 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...

  • Page 35: Menu Navigation

    The magnet stick provides an alternative means of parameterizing the device even when the housing cover is closed. To execute the functions, hold the active side of the magnet stick against the corresponding areas on the LCD indicator. VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 35...

  • Page 36: Operation

    Ordering information in the data sheet Appendix Trademarks ® HART is a registered trademark of FieldComm Group, Austin, Texas, ® Buna-N is a registered trademark of DuPont Dow Elastomers. ™ Hastelloy C-2 is a Haynes International trademark 36 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...

  • Page 37: 11 Appendix

    11 Appendix Change from two to one column 11.1 Declarations of conformity NOTE All documentation, declarations of conformity, and certificates are available in ABB's download area. www.abb.com/flow VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 37...
  • Page 38 38 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...
  • Page 39 VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 39...

  • Page 40: 11.2 Intrinsic Safety Control Drawing Sdm-10-A0253

    11.2 Intrinsic Safety Control Drawing SDM-10-A0253 40 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...
  • Page 41 Notes VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 41...
  • Page 42 Notes 42 CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B | VA Master FAM540...
  • Page 43 Notes VA Master FAM540 | CI/FAM540-EN Rev. B 43...
  • Page 44 Howard Road, St. Neots notice. With regard to purchase orders, the agreed Cambridgeshire, PE19 8EU particulars shall prevail. ABB does not accept any responsibility whatsoever for potential errors or possible lack of information in this document. Tel:...

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