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  • Page 1 Compact operating instructions SITRANS Radar transmitters SITRANS LR560 Edition 06/2018 www.siemens.com/processautomation...
  • Page 3 Introduction Safety notes Installing/mounting SITRANS Connecting Radar transmitters LR560 Commissioning Remote operation Compact Operating Instructions Service and maintenance Technical data Technical support 06/2018 A5E39693895-AA...
  • Page 4 Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction..............................7 Industrial use note........................7 Purpose of this documentation....................7 Checking the consignment.......................7 Security information.........................7 Transportation and storage......................8 Notes on warranty........................8 Safety notes..............................9 Preconditions for use.......................9 2.1.1 Safety marking symbols......................9 2.1.2 Laws and directives........................9 2.1.3 Improper device modifications....................10 2.1.4 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) conformity (US)..........10 2.1.5 Radio Equipment Directive (RED) compliance (Europe)............10...
  • Page 6 Table of contents Connecting SITRANS LR560....................25 Nameplates for hazardous area installations.................26 Instructions specific of hazardous area installations..............28 4.5.1 (Reference European ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU, Annex II, 1.0.6)........28 4.5.2 Special conditions for safe use....................29 Commissioning............................31 Basic safety notes........................31 Activating the radar device.....................32 The LCD display........................33...
  • Page 7 Table of contents Operating conditions......................55 Process..........................55 Approvals data........................56 Communication........................57 Technical support............................59 Certificates..........................59 QR code label........................59 Index................................61 LR560 Compact Operating Instructions, 06/2018, A5E39693895-AA...
  • Page 8 Table of contents LR560 Compact Operating Instructions, 06/2018, A5E39693895-AA...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Risk of explosion in hazardous areas. ● Do not use damaged or incomplete devices. Security information Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the secure operation of plants, systems, machines, and networks. LR560 Compact Operating Instructions, 06/2018, A5E39693895-AA...

  • Page 10: Transportation And Storage

    The content reflects the technical status at the time of publishing. Siemens reserves the right to make technical changes in the course of further development.

  • Page 11: Safety Notes

    Safety notes Preconditions for use This device left the factory in good working condition. In order to maintain this status and to ensure safe operation of the device, observe these instructions and all the specifications relevant to safety. Observe the information and symbols on the device. Do not remove any information or symbols from the device.

  • Page 12: Improper Device Modifications

    2.1.5 Radio Equipment Directive (RED) compliance (Europe) Hereby, Siemens declares that the SITRANS LR560 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. The LR560 complies with EN 302 372 for use in closed storage vessels, when installed according to the installation requirements of EN 302 372, and may be used in all EU countries.

  • Page 13: Industry Canada

    Industry Canada The SITRANS LR560 complies with Industry Canada standard RSS211 (March 2015). 1. The installation of the SITRANS LR560 shall be done by trained installers, in strict compliance with the manufacturer's instructions. 2. The use of this device is on a “no-interference, no-protection” basis. That is, the user shall accept operations of high-powered radar in the same frequency band which may interfere with or damage this device.

  • Page 14: Conformity With European Directives

    Safety notes 2.2 Use in hazardous areas 2.1.7 Conformity with European directives The CE marking on the device symbolizes the conformity with the following European directives: Electromagnetic compatibili‐ Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the ty EMC harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to elec‐...

  • Page 15: Requirements For Special Applications

    If you need additional information not covered by these instructions, contact your local Siemens office or company representative. Note Operation under special ambient conditions...
  • Page 16 Safety notes 2.3 Requirements for special applications LR560 Compact Operating Instructions, 06/2018, A5E39693895-AA...

  • Page 17: Installing/Mounting

    Refer to the information in Operating conditions (Page 55). Note Material compatibility Siemens can provide you with support concerning selection of sensor components wetted by process media. However, you are responsible for the selection of components. Siemens accepts no liability for faults or failures resulting from incompatible materials.

  • Page 18: Exceeded Maximum Permissible Operating Pressure

    Installing/mounting 3.1 Basic safety notes 3.1.1 Exceeded maximum permissible operating pressure WARNING Exceeded maximum permissible operating pressure Risk of injury or poisoning. The maximum permissible operating pressure depends on the device version, pressure limit and temperature rating. The device can be damaged if the operating pressure is exceeded. Hot, toxic and corrosive process media could be released.

  • Page 19: Insufficient Air Supply

    Installing/mounting 3.1 Basic safety notes CAUTION Direct sunlight Device damage. The device can overheat or materials become brittle due to UV exposure. ● Protect the device from direct sunlight. ● Make sure that the maximum permissible ambient temperature is not exceeded. Refer to the information in Operating conditions (Page 55).

  • Page 20: Installation Instructions

    Installing/mounting 3.2 Installation instructions Installation instructions 3.2.1 Environment ● Provide easy access for viewing the display and programming via the local push buttons or the handheld programmer. ● Provide an environment suitable to the housing rating and materials of construction. ①...

  • Page 21: Aimer Adjustment

    The enclosure can then be turned freely. ① ① 3" flange Aiming is not required for 2. Direct SITRANS LR560 so the ② signal optimization with 78 4" and 6" flange antenna is pointed at an angle GHz frequency.

  • Page 22: Pressure Equipment Directive (Ped, 2014/68/Eu)

    Note Pressure-rated version only ● SITRANS LR560 units are pressure tested, meeting or exceeding the requirements of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and the European Pressure Equipment Directive. ● The serial numbers stamped in each process connection body provide a unique identification number indicating date of manufacture.
  • Page 23 Installing/mounting 3.3 Disassembly WARNING Incorrect disassembly The following risks may result from incorrect disassembly: - Injury through electric shock - Risk through emerging media when connected to the process - Risk of explosion in hazardous area In order to disassemble correctly, observe the following: ●...
  • Page 24 Installing/mounting 3.3 Disassembly LR560 Compact Operating Instructions, 06/2018, A5E39693895-AA...

  • Page 25: Connecting

    Connecting Basic safety notes WARNING Unsuitable cables, cable glands and/or plugs Risk of explosion in hazardous areas. ● Use only cable glands/plugs that comply with the requirements for the relevant type of protection. ● Close unused cable inlets for the electrical connections. ●...

  • Page 26: Incorrect Connection To Power Source

    Connecting 4.1 Basic safety notes 4.1.1 Incorrect connection to power source WARNING Incorrect connection to power source Risk to personnel, system and environment can result from improper power connection. ● The DC input terminals shall be supplied from a source providing electrical isolation between the input and output, in order to meet the applicable safety requirements of IEC 61010-1.

  • Page 27: Note On Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Connecting 4.3 Connecting SITRANS LR560 4.1.2 Note on electromagnetic compatibility Note Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) For metal housings there is an increased electromagnetic compatibility compared to high- frequency radiation. This protection can be increased by grounding the housing. Note Improvement of interference immunity ●...

  • Page 28: Nameplates For Hazardous Area Installations

    Connecting 4.4 Nameplates for hazardous area installations 6. Ground the instrument according to local regulations. 7. Tighten the gland to form a good seal. 8. Replace optional display and device lid. 9. Tighten locking screw. If cable is routed through conduit, use only approved suitable-size hubs for waterproof applications.
  • Page 29 ① ATEX certificate The ATEX certificates can be found on the product website. Go to LR560 number (www.siemens.com/LR560) > Support > Approvals/Certificates. For more in‐ formation on hazardous area approvals, see Approvals data (Page 56). ② IECEx certificate The IECEx certificate can be found on the IECEx website. Go to http://ie‐...

  • Page 30: Instructions Specific Of Hazardous Area Installations

    ① ATEX certificate The ATEX certificates can be found on the product website. Go to LR560 number (www.siemens.com/LR560) > Support > Approvals/Certificates. For more infor‐ mation on hazardous area approvals, see Approvals data (Page 56). ② IECEx certificate The IECEx certificate can be found on the IECEx website. Go to http://ie‐...

  • Page 31: Special Conditions For Safe Use

    Connecting 4.5 Instructions specific of hazardous area installations 7. The equipment shall be installed such that the supply cable is protected from mechanical damage. The cable shall not be subjected to tension or torque. The equipment manufacturer is not responsible for providing the supply cable. 8.
  • Page 32 Connecting 4.5 Instructions specific of hazardous area installations LR560 Compact Operating Instructions, 06/2018, A5E39693895-AA...

  • Page 33: Commissioning

    Commissioning Basic safety notes WARNING Improper commissioning in hazardous areas Device failure or risk of explosion in hazardous areas. ● Do not commission the device until it has been mounted completely and connected in accordance with the information in Installing/mounting (Page 15). ●...

  • Page 34: Activating The Radar Device

    ● Close the device as described in Installing/mounting (Page 15). Activating the radar device Power up the instrument. A transition screen showing first the Siemens logo and then the current firmware revision is displayed while the first measurement is being processed. The first time the device is configured, you will be prompted to select a language (English, German, French, Spanish or Chinese).

  • Page 35: The Lcd Display

    Commissioning 5.3 The LCD display The LCD display Measurement mode display : Normal operation 1)2) LEVEL (SV) 18.91 21.40 °C CONFIG CHANGE ① ⑦ toggle indicator for PV or SV text area displays status messages (primary or secondary values) ② selected operation: level, space, or distance ③...

  • Page 36: Commissioning Via Local Display

    5.4.1 Local operation SITRANS LR560 carries out its level measurement tasks according to settings made via parameters. The settings can be modified locally via the optional local graphical display which consists of an LCD display with buttons. You can use either the push buttons or an infrared handheld programmer to make changes.

  • Page 37: Commissioning Via Handheld Programmer

    Commissioning 5.5 Commissioning via handheld programmer LOW CALIB. PT. 100.000 +100.000 1. Navigate to the parameter you wish to modify and press RIGHT to edit it. The value will be highlighted. 2. Press UP or DOWN to delete the highlighted value, or LEFT to modify the value from the left-most digit, starting with the plus/minus sign.

  • Page 38: Lithium Batteries

    Commissioning 5.5 Commissioning via handheld programmer 5.5.2 Lithium batteries Lithium batteries are primary power sources with high energy content designed to provide the highest possible degree of safety. WARNING Potential hazard Lithium batteries may present a potential hazard if they are abused electrically or mechanically.

  • Page 39: Programming

    Commissioning 5.5 Commissioning via handheld programmer Function Result RIGHT arrow opens Opens the top level menu. PROGRAM mode UP or DOWN arrow Local display shows measured value in either linear units or percent. toggles between line‐ ar units and percent 5.5.4 Programming Parameter menus...
  • Page 40 Commissioning 5.5 Commissioning via handheld programmer 2. Editing in PROGRAM To select a listed option: mode 1. Navigate to the desired parameter. 2. Press RIGHT to open parameter view. 3. Press RIGHT again to open Edit mode. The current selection is highlighted.
  • Page 41 Commissioning 5.5 Commissioning via handheld programmer Key functions in Program mode Name Function UP or DOWN arrow Selecting options Scrolls to item. Alphanumeric editing ● Increments or decrements digits ● Toggles plus and minus sign RIGHT arrow Selecting options ● Accepts the data (writes the parameter) ●...

  • Page 42: Quick Start Wizard Via The Handheld Programmer

    Commissioning 5.5 Commissioning via handheld programmer 5.5.4.1 Quick Start Wizard via the handheld programmer Note ● A reset to factory defaults should be performed before running the Quick Start Wizard if the device has been used in a previous application. See Quick Start Wizard via the local display push buttons (Page 34).
  • Page 43 Commissioning 5.5 Commissioning via handheld programmer Parameter view Edit mode QUICK START WIZ VESSEL VESSEL STEEL STEEL CONCRETE BACK CANCEL EDIT NEXT Response rate Factory setting: Setting range: Response rate Fill rate per Minute/Empty rate per Damping Filter Minute SLOW 0.1 m/min (0.32 ft/min) 600 s 1.0 m/min (3.28 ft/min)
  • Page 44 Commissioning 5.5 Commissioning via handheld programmer Operation Factory setting: LEVEL Setting range: LEVEL Distance to material surface referenced from Low cali‐ bration point SPACE Distance to material surface referenced from High cali‐ bration point DISTANCE Distance to material surface referenced from Sensor reference point Purpose: Sensor measurement units.
  • Page 45 Commissioning 5.5 Commissioning via handheld programmer High calibration point Factory setting: 0.000 m Setting range: 0.000 to 40.000 m or 0.000 to 100.000 m Purpose: Distance from Sensor Reference Point to High Calibration Point: usually process full level. Parameter view Edit mode QUICK START WIZ HIGH CALIB.
  • Page 46 Commissioning 5.5 Commissioning via handheld programmer LR560 Compact Operating Instructions, 06/2018, A5E39693895-AA...

  • Page 47: Remote Operation

    We recommend that you use SIMATIC Process Device Manager (PDM) to program your device. Application Guides for setting up HART devices with SIMATIC PDM can be downloaded from our website, under Support: LR560 (www.siemens.com/LR560) LR560 Compact Operating Instructions, 06/2018, A5E39693895-AA...

  • Page 48: Profibus Pa

    Remote operation 6.4 Communication 6.4.2 PROFIBUS PA We recommend that you use SIMATIC Process Device Manager (PDM) to program your device. 6.4.3 FOUNDATION FIELDBUS We recommend that you use AMS Device Manager to program your device. Details on using AMS Device Manager to program your device can be found in the complete operating instructions.

  • Page 49: Service And Maintenance

    ● Reliability of power supply, lightning protection, and grounds WARNING Impermissible repair and maintenance of the device ● Repair and maintenance must be carried out by Siemens authorized personnel only. WARNING Impermissible repair of explosion protected devices Risk of explosion in hazardous areas ●...

  • Page 50: Leaks In The Sample Gas Path

    Service and maintenance 7.2 Cleaning 7.1.2 Leaks in the sample gas path WARNING Leaks in the sample gas path Risk of poisoning. When measuring toxic process media, these can be released or collect in the device if there are leaks in the sample gas path. ●...

  • Page 51: Maintenance And Repair Work

    Service and maintenance 7.3 Maintenance and repair work Maintenance and repair work WARNING Maintenance during continued operation in a hazardous area There is a risk of explosion when carrying out repairs and maintenance on the device in a hazardous area. ●...

  • Page 52: Enclosure Open

    Service and maintenance 7.3 Maintenance and repair work 7.3.1 Enclosure open WARNING Enclosure open Risk of explosion in hazardous areas as a result of hot components and/or charged capacitors inside the device. To open the device in a hazardous area: 1.

  • Page 53: Return Procedure

    See also Return goods delivery note (http://www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/ returngoodsnote) Decontamination declaration (http://www.siemens.com/sc/declarationofdecontamination) Disposal Devices described in this manual should be recycled. They may not be disposed of in the municipal waste disposal services according to the Di‐ rective 2012/19/EC on waste electronic and electrical equipment (WEEE).
  • Page 54 Service and maintenance 7.5 Disposal LR560 Compact Operating Instructions, 06/2018, A5E39693895-AA...

  • Page 55: Technical Data

    Technical data Note Device specifications Siemens makes every attempt to ensure the accuracy of these specifications but reserves the right to change them at any time. Performance Measurement Accuracy (measured in accordance with IEC 60770-1) Maximum measured error 5 mm (0.2") including hysteresis and non-repeatabili‐...

  • Page 56: Power

    Technical data 8.3 Construction Power HART Nominal 24 V DC at 550 Ohm. For other configurations, refer the chart under "Loop power" in the full operating instructions. PROFIBUS PA and FOUNDATION FIELDBUS Bus powered 9 to 32 V DC, per IEC 61158-2 Current consumed 13.5 mA Construction...

  • Page 57: Operating Conditions

    Technical data 8.5 Process Operating conditions Note ● For the specific configuration you are about to use or install, check transmitter nameplate and see Approvals data (Page 56). ● Use appropriate conduit seals to maintain IP or NEMA rating. Location indoor/outdoor Altitude 5000 m (16,404 ft) max.

  • Page 58: Approvals Data

    Technical data 8.6 Approvals data Approvals data Note Approvals The device label lists the approvals that apply to your device. General , FM, CE, RCM US/C Radio Europe (RED), FCC, Industry Canada Hazardous Non-sparking/Energy Europe/Interna‐ ATEX II 3G Ex nA/nL IIC T4 Gc Limited tional Brazil...

  • Page 59: Communication

    Technical data 8.7 Communication Communication HART Protocol HART Version 6.0 Load 230 to 550 Ω, 230 to 500 Ω when connecting a coupling module Max line length multi-wire: 1500 m (4921 ft) Max. length depends on wire type. See www.hartcomm.org (www.hartcomm.org) for more details. HART is a registered trademark of HART Communication Foundation.
  • Page 60 Technical data 8.7 Communication LR560 Compact Operating Instructions, 06/2018, A5E39693895-AA...

  • Page 61: Technical Support

    In addition to our documentation, Siemens provides a comprehensive support solution at: ● Services & Support (http://www.siemens.com/automation/service&support) Personal contact If you have additional questions about the device, please contact your Siemens personal contact at: ● Partner (http://www.automation.siemens.com/partner) To find the personal contact for your product, go to "All Products and Branches" and select "Products &...
  • Page 62 Technical support 9.2 QR code label LR560 Compact Operating Instructions, 06/2018, A5E39693895-AA...

  • Page 63: Index

    Index Manuals, 59 Modifications correct usage, 10 improper, 10 Activating, 32 Mounting Approvals beam angle, 18 hazardous area, 56 nozzle location, 18 radio, 56 Operating Instructions, 59 Certificates, 9, 59 Cleaning, 48 Compact Operating Instructions, 59 configuration Quick Start via local display, 40 Customer Support, (Refer to Technical Support) see SIMATIC PDM, 45 power source...
  • Page 64 Index Technical data, 53 air purge connection, 54 ambient temperature, 55 enclosure, 54 environmental, 55 lens antenna material, 54 process connections, 54 process temperature, 55 weight, 54 Technical Support, 59 Partner, Personal contact, 59 Test certificates, 9 Warranty, 8 LR560 Compact Operating Instructions, 06/2018, A5E39693895-AA...

  • Page 66: For More Information

    For more information Level measurement: www.siemens.com/level Weighing and batching systems: www.siemens.com/weighing Siemens AG Process Industries and Drives Process Automation 76181 Karlsruhe Germany © Siemens AG 2017 Subject to change without prior notice Printed in Canada A5E39693896-AA...

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