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Siemens SITRANS VP300 Operating Instructions Manual

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Electropneumatic positioners
SITRANS VP300
6DR63**
Operating Instructions
03/2011
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  • Page 1 Electropneumatic positioners SITRANS VP300 6DR63** Operating Instructions 03/2011 • SITRANS...
  • Page 3 ___________________ SITRANS VP300 with or without Introduction HART ___________________ Safety instructions ___________________ Description SITRANS ___________________ Installing/mounting Electropneumatic positioners ___________________ SITRANS VP300 with or without Connection HART ___________________ Operate Operating Instructions ___________________ Commissioning ___________________ Alarm, error, and status messages ___________________ Service and maintenance...
  • 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

    Monitoring functions........................21 3.3.6 Block circuit diagram........................22 Device components ........................23 3.4.1 View of open device........................23 3.4.2 Inside structure..........................25 Operating modes .........................26 Installing/mounting........................... 27 Fundamental safety instructions ....................27 4.1.1 Proper mounting ..........................29 SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 6 "2.1 Application" .......................... 71 6.2.2.2 "2.2 Inputs/outputs" ........................76 6.2.2.3 "2.3 Limit values"......................... 82 6.2.2.4 "2.4 Extended setup"........................83 6.2.2.5 "2.5 Display" ..........................90 6.2.3 "3 Diagnostics" main menu ......................91 SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 7 Basic safety instructions ......................151 Service and maintenance ......................152 Return procedure ........................153 Technical data ............................155 10.1 Operating conditions ........................155 10.2 Pneumatic data ..........................155 10.3 Electrical specifications......................156 10.4 Constructional design ........................158 SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 8 Certificate ..........................169 Technical support........................169 Environmental protection ......................170 Total overview of all parameters ....................171 List of abbreviations..........................179 Abbreviations for VP300 positioners..................179 Glossary ..............................181 Index..............................183 SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    The programming manual is an integral part of the CD, which is either supplied or can be ordered. The programming manual is also available on the Siemens homepage. On the CD, you will also find the specification sheet with the ordering data, the Software Device Install for SIMATIC PDM for additional installation, and the required software.

  • Page 10: Checking The Consignment

    ● Devices/replacement parts should be returned in their original packaging. ● If the original packaging is no longer available, ensure that all shipments are properly packaged to provide sufficient protection during transport. Siemens cannot assume liability for any costs associated with transportation damages.

  • Page 11: Notes On Warranty

    The sales contract contains all obligations on the part of Siemens as well as the complete and solely applicable warranty conditions. Any statements regarding device versions described in the manual do not create new warranties or modify the existing warranty.
  • Page 12 Introduction 1.6 Notes on warranty SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 13: Safety Instructions

    ● National Electrical Code (NEC - NFPA 70) (USA) ● Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) (Canada) Further provisions for hazardous area applications are for example: ● IEC 60079-14 (international) ● EN 60079-14 (EC) See also SITRANS VP300 certificates (www.siemens.com/certificates/vp300) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 14: Conformity With European Directives

    Due to the large number of possible applications, each detail of the described device versions for each possible scenario during commissioning, operation, maintenance or operation in systems cannot be considered in the instructions. If you need additional information not covered by these instructions, contact your local Siemens office or company representative. Note...

  • Page 15: Use In Areas Subject To Explosion Hazard

     Connect the device in "intrinsic safety" type of protection solely to an intrinsically safe circuit.  Observe the specifications for the electrical data in the certificate and in the Chapter "Technical data (Page 155)". SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 16 Safety instructions 2.4 Use in areas subject to explosion hazard SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 17: Description

    ● For use as an intrinsically-safe device Ex ia or Ex n ● With and without HART communication through the 4 to 20 mA control pulse As an option, the SITRANS VP300 is available as a SIL device. In that case, the following applies: For use in a safety-instrumented system (SIS), the safe shutdown function is designed with SIL 2.

  • Page 18: Structure

    An overview of the mounting kits can be found in the FI 01 catalog. With the SITRANS VP300, position detection is carried out on a non-contacting basis using a magnet and sensors in the positioner. The magnet for position detection on a non-contact basis is in the magnet clamp.
  • Page 19 Position feedback is carried out as a 4 to 20 mA signal. ● Alarm module – 3 freely parameterized digital outputs – 1 freely parameterized digital input (digital input DI 2) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 20: Design Of A Control Valve

    ④ Electrical connection Figure 3-1 Positioner, attached to linear actuator ① Pneumatic part-turn actuator ② Positioner ③ Mounting block with integrated air duct Figure 3-2 Positioner, attached to part-turn actuator SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 21: Design Of The Nameplate

    ATEX/IECEx marking for hazardous area Category for operating range ② FM/CSA marking for hazardous area Type of protection Group Temperature class Device protection level Figure 3-4 Design additional plate explosion-proof devices, example SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 22: Mode Of Operation

    FDT frame application (e.g. PACTware) to set the parameters of field devices using a DTM (Device Type Manager). SITRANS DTM and the necessary, device-specific Enhanced EDDs are available for free download. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 23: Commissioning

    ● Valve end limit position (e.g. for detection of valve seat wear or deposits) ● Operating hours (also according to temperature and travel ranges) as well as min./max. temperature ● Valve positioning time SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 24: Block Circuit Diagram

    3.3 Mode of operation 3.3.6 Block circuit diagram The block circuit diagram shows the schematic design of the device: Figure 3-5 Block circuit diagram for the electropneumatic positioner, function block diagram SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 25: Device Components

    ⑬ Terminals for optional alarm module ⑭ Ground terminal, internal ground terminal for explosion-protected devices only ⑮ Screw-type blank cap Figure 3-6 Front view of positioner, with open housing lid SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 26 Output: Actuating pressure Y2 (238) ⑤ Input: Supply air P ⑥ Output: Actuating pressure Y1 (138) ⑦ Indent as mounting aid ⑧ Markers for magnet clamp, part-turn actuators Figure 3-7 Back view of positioner SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 27: Inside Structure

    Terminal 31/32 digital output DO 1 Terminal 11/12 and 21/22 digital input DI 2 ⑨ Optional alarm module ⑩ Controller module ⑪ Sensors for contact-less position detection Figure 3-8 Inside structure of positioner SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 28: Operating Modes

    In manual mode, you move the actuator with . A setting between 0 to 100% is maintained regardless of the setpoint current or occurring leakages. See also Changing operating mode (Page 61) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 29: Installing/Mounting

    Danger of explosion in areas subject to explosion hazard.  Close the cable inlets for the electrical connections. Only use cable glands or plugs which are approved for the relevant type of protection. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 30  Make sure that the control valve has reached the safety position.  If you only interrupt the pneumatic auxiliary power to the positioner, it may be the case that the safety position is only reached following a certain delay. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 31: Proper Mounting

    Damage to device if the enclosure is open or not properly closed. The degree of protection specified on the nameplate or in Chapter "Technical data (Page 155)" is no longer guaranteed.  Make sure that the device is securely closed. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 32: Required Tools

    Allen key 5 - for device fastening ⑦ Wrench SW15 - for sound absorber ⑧ Wrench SW19 - for magnet clamp part-turn actuator ⑨ Wrenches SW22 and SW24 - for cable glands SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 33: Mounting

    Input: Supply air P ③ Output: Actuating pressure Y2 (238) ④ Drilled holes for fixing screws M6 ⑤ Indent to assist with alignment Figure 4-1 Reverse side of the positioner with dimensions SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 34: Mounting The Positioner On A Linear Actuator With Opos Interface (Vdi/Vde 3847)

    Mounting the positioner on a part-turn actuator with OPOS interface (VDI/VDE 3847) Requirement Mounting surface may not exceed a surface roughness of Rz10 and a flatness deviation of 0.05 mm. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 35: Mounting Kits

     Make sure that the device and the control valve are connected with the equipotential bonding. The description is supplied with the relevant mounting kit, and does not form a part of these operating instructions. See also Connecting the device (Page 45) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 36: Installing Option Modules

    **A*, **B1, **B2, **B3 are not permitted for the installation of optional modules.  Check the serial number on the nameplate of the device, see "Design of the nameplate (Page 19)". SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 37 Figure 4-4 Installing option modules Procedure ① ② 1. Remove the housing cover by loosening the four screws . The screws are captive and cannot fall out of the screw joint. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 38  If you only suspend the pneumatic auxiliary power for the positioner, the safety position may only be reached after a certain waiting time. 3. Remove the module cover. 4. Remove the display module. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 39: Alarm Module

    4.4 Installing option modules 5. Remove the blanking cover to install the alarm module. 6. Remove the module cover. Result Installation of option modules is prepared. 4.4.2 Alarm module Figure 4-5 Alarm module SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 40 ● One digital input DI2. The digital input has dual functionality. – Potentially separated for voltage level – Not potentially separated for floating contacts. Both inputs are implemented as logical OR combination. Procedure SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 41 Installing/mounting 4.4 Installing option modules SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 42: Position Feedback Module

    ● The current actuator position is indicated only after a successful initialization. Features The position feedback module is: ● Single channel ● Potentially separated from the standard controller. Procedure 1. Loosen the screws on the display module. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 43 Installing/mounting 4.4 Installing option modules 2. Install the position feedback module on the display module. 3. Fasten the position feedback module on the display module with screws. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 44: Finishing Installation Of Option Modules

    4. Place the display module back into the device. See also Preparing to install the option modules (Page 34) 4.4.4 Finishing installation of option modules Procedure Result Option modules are installed. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 45: Connection

     Circuits of limited energy may also be connected in the energized state in hazardous areas.  Exceptions for type of protection "Non-sparking nA" (Zone 2) are regulated in the relevant certificate SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 46 Owing the reasons pertaining to tightness (IP enclosure rating) and the required tensile strength, only use the cables having a diameter ≥ 8 mm for standard M20x1.5 cable gland, or use a suitable seal insert in case of smaller diameters. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 47: Connecting The Device

    In the case of devices without explosion protection, only the outer grounding terminal is fitted, and can be transferred to the inner connection if required. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 48 Electric connection See also Required tools (Page 30) Closing the device ① ② Fasten the housing cover with the four fixing screws on the positioner. ① Housing cover ② Fixing screws SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 49: Connecting Device Without Explosion Protection

    ④ Terminals for optional position feedback module ⑤ Display module Digital input Figure 5-2 Device connection without explosion protection See also Optional position feedback module without explosion protection (Page 48) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 50: Optional Position Feedback Module Without Explosion Protection

    Display module Auxiliary voltage U Figure 5-3 Position feedback module without explosion protection 5.1.3.3 Optional alarm module without explosion protection Connection values can be found in section "Technical data (Page 155)". SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 51 ≥ 1 ① Digital sensor ② Auxiliary voltage ③ Switch contact or short-circuit jumper ④ Alarm module Digital input Digital output Auxiliary voltage U Figure 5-4 Alarm module without explosion protection SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 52: Connecting Device With Type Of Protection Intrinsic Safety "Ex I

    Terminals for optional position feedback module ⑤ Display module Digital input Figure 5-5 Device connection, intrinsic safety "Ex ia/ib" See also Optional position feedback module, intrinsic safety "Ex ia/ib" (Page 51) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 53: Optional Position Feedback Module, Intrinsic Safety "Ex Ia/Ib

    Auxiliary power ② Measurement value detection 4 to 20 mA ③ Terminals for position feedback module ④ Display module Auxiliary voltage U Figure 5-6 Position feedback module, intrinsic safety "Ex ia/ib" SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 54: Optional Alarm Module, Intrinsic Safety "Ex Ia/Ib

    Potentially explosive atmosphere - Zone 1 ① Digital sensor ② Switching amplifier ③ Switch contact or short-circuit jumper ④ Alarm module Digital input Digital output Figure 5-7 Alarm module, intrinsic safety "Ex ia/ib" SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 55: Pneumatic Connection

    After installing the pneumatic connections, check the tightness of the entire control valve. Besides continuous air consumption, the positioner may try to compensate the position deviation due to leakage. This will lead to premature wear in the entire control unit. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 56 Connection 5.2 Pneumatic connection SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 57: Operate

    The following picture is also found on the cover of the positioner. This picture depicts a schematic representation of the key operation as well as the information on the display resulting from the key operation. Figure 6-1 Key operation, schematic SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 58: Overview Of Local User Interface

    If you operate the positioner at temperatures below -20 °C, the liquid crystal display will become sluggish. The display refresh rate of the display is then significantly reduced. There are three different types of views: ● Measurement view ● Navigation view ● Parameter view SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 59 "1.1.1 Actuator type" (Page 62). 3. Select "Part-turn" in parameter "1.1.1 Actuator type" (Page 62). 4. Confirm change with Note The active selection is highlighted in black. 5. Reject change with SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 60: Description Of Measurement View

    Use to navigate within the same menu level. Note Once the lowest menu level is reached, use to move into parameter view. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 61: Description Of Parameter View

    With multiple selections you have the option of selecting more then one option. If no option from the list has been selected, none of the quadrants at the left of the option will be filled. The display has the following appearance: SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 62 The value has been adopted. Cancel entry: press until you exit the view. Back to measurement view To reach the measurement view again, press repeatedly until the measurement view appears in the display. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 63: Changing Operating Mode

    The button functions in automatic mode are as follows: to change to the navigation view and then further to the parameter view. to change from automatic mode to manual mode. See also Operating modes (Page 26) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 64: Parameter Description

    Setting options:  Part-turn  Linear <= 60 mm (2.36")  Linear > 60 mm (2.36") Purpose: Setting of appropriate actuator type for which the positioner is to be initialized. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 65 "2.1.4 Upper tight closing limit" (Page 73) "1.1.3 Initialize" Requirements: The actuator type for the respective installation is set. "1.1.1 Actuator type" (Page 62) Factory setting: Cancel Setting options: Select "OK" to initialize the positioner. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 66: Manual Initialization

    Setting options:  Part-turn  Linear <= 60 mm (2.36")  Linear > 60 mm (2.36") Purpose: Setting of appropriate actuator type for which the positioner is to be initialized. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 67 Requirements: The actuator type for the respective installation is set. "1.2.1 Actuator type" (Page 64) Purpose: To trigger manual initialization for the positioner. Description: See section "Manual initialization (Page 138)" SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 68: Device Replacement

    Linear <= 60 mm (2.36") Setting options:  Part-turn  Linear <= 60 mm (2.36")  Linear > 60 mm (2.36") Purpose: To set the actuator typefor which the positioner is to be initialized. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 69 The values for the lower and upper tight closing limits are factory-set. The pre-set values can be changed with the following two parameters: "2.1.3 Lower tight closing limit" (Page 72) "2.1.4 Upper tight closing limit" (Page 73) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 70 0.0 ... 100.0 % Purpose: To set the actual position in which the actuator has been blocked. "1.3.6 Travel time" Requirements: The approximate travel time is known. Factory setting: 3 ... 20 s SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 71: 1.4 Reset

    ● Delete the initialization values ● Reset to factory settings ● Repeat stroke calibration "1.4.1 Reset initialization" Factory setting: Cancel Purpose: Reset initialization parameter to "Not initialized". All other parameter settings are retained. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 72 To re-calibrate the stroke. Description: The previously used values for the upper and lower end positions are cleared. The positioner then re-determines the end positions and the actuating time by moving the actuator. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 73: Setup" Main Menu

    2.1.1 Deadband 2.1.6 Upper travel range limit 2.1.2 Tight closing 2.1.7 Valve direction 2.1.3 Lower tight closing limit 2.1.8 Display mode SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 74 "2.1.3 Lower tight closing limit" Requirements: The respective setting for the tight closing function is activated. "2.1.2 Tight closing" (Page 72) Factory setting: 0.5 % Setting range: -10.0 ... 110.0 % SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 75 The value of the lower travel range limit must always be smaller than the value of the upper travel range limit. "2.1.6 Upper travel range limit" (Page 74) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 76 2. Change the valve direction of action. 3. Initialize the positioner once again. "2.1.8 Display mode" Factory setting: Position Setting options:  Position [%]  Flow [%]  Position [mm] or [°] SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 77 The following picture shows the "Flow [%]" setting when the actuator travel is limited. Stroke or part-turn angle (0% to 100%) based on the area between the lower and upper travel range limit: SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 78: Inputs/Outputs

    "2.2.1 DI 1 Function" and "2.2.3 DI 2 Function" Factory setting: Setting options:  Off  Message  Block configuration  Block manual/configuring  Move to 0%  Move to 100%  Stop  PST SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 79  Standard: Digital input DI 1 is active when the contact on terminal 9/10 is closed.  Inverted: Digital input DI 1 is active when the contact on terminal 9/10 is open. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 80  DI 3 Digital input  A1 Alarm limit  A2 Alarm limit  Deviation  Not in automatic mode  Output inverted Purpose: Specifying settings for output of error message and fault message. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 81  Output inverted: The direction of action of the digital outputs can be switched between "High active" and "Low active". The default setting is "Low active", see following figure: SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 82  DI 3 Digital input  A1 Alarm limit  A2 Alarm limit  Deviation  Not in automatic mode  Output inverted Purpose: Specifying settings for output of error message and fault message. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 83  Output inverted: The direction of action of the digital outputs can be switched between "High active" and "Low active". The default setting is "Low active", see following figure: SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 84: 2.3 Limit Values

    Factory setting: Setting options:  Off  Min  Max Purpose: Adapting whether a message is to be issued if the alarm limit is fallen below (Min) or exceeded (Max). SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 85: Extended Setup

    The change in direction of action is mainly used for single-acting actuators with the safety position "Up". "2.4.1.2 Limiting setpoint rate" Factory setting: Setting options:  Off  On  Auto SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 86  Free characteristic curve Purpose: To linearize non-linear valve characteristic curves. Description: Use this parameter to linearize non-linear valve characteristic curves. Any flow characteristics can be simulated by linear valve characteristic curves. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 87 Current 0%. By setting the setpoint direction in the "Direction" parameter accordingly, you enable the following characteristic curves:  Rising/falling  Falling/rising  Falling/falling  Rising/rising SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 88 2.4.2.18 85% turning point 2.4.2.8 35% turning point 2.4.2.19 90% turning point 2.4.2.9 40% turning point 2.4.2.20 95% turning point 2.4.2.10 45% turning point 2.4.2.21 100% turning point 2.4.2.11 50% turning point SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 89 Control range ⑥ Setpoint 2.4.2.x => .1 to .21 means: "2.4.2.1 0% turning point" to "2.4.2.21 100% turning point" Setpoint characteristic curves, standardization of manipulated variable, and tight closing function SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 90 Use this function when you only want to determine the control parameters and do not require a complete initialization. For example, function is needed if the air pressure deviates from the air pressure during initialization. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 91 "2.4.3.5 Ti Up" Conditions: Positioner is initialized. Setting range: 0.001 ... 100.000 Purpose: Integration time constant in opening direction. A value change will become effective immediately. Canceling is not possible. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 92: 2.5 Display

    Adjusting the display to the mounting position. Description: If you select the setting "Upside down", the display rotates the displayed values by 180°. The function of the buttons is also rotated. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 93: Diagnostics" Main Menu

    All values which are different from the factory setting are shown. In the case of an error configuration, this function allows for an overview of the changed configuration. This facilitates remote diagnostics undertaken by your Siemens sales partner. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 94: Initialization Values

    DOWN→UP. "3.4.2 Number of direction changes" Purpose: Number of direction changes are counted and displayed in this parameter. Description: Only direction changes are counted which exceed a threshold of 0.25%. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 95 The operating hours counter is incremented hourly as soon as the positioner is provided with electric power. The value is written every quarter of an hour into a nonvolatile memory. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 96 The "Down" or "Up and down" option is set in the"2.1.2 Tight closing" (Page 72) parameter. Purpose: Indication of the current shift of the lower endstop compared to its initialization value. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 97 "3.6.7.2 Time basis" (Page 115) parameter, and compared with the reference value. If the difference between the two values exceeds one of the three parameterizable thresholds, the device outputs a diagnostics message. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 98: Partial Stroke Test (Pst)

    Purpose: Indicates the current SIL mode Description: The following status information can be displayed:  Off  Configure  Active The display indicates the current SIL mode of the device. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 99 Indicates the stroke time of the lastpartial stroke test. Description: The stroke time includes the period from the start of the partial stroke test until the specified stroke amount relative to the start position has been reached. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 100 3.5.2.1 Start position 3.5.2.6 Rate 3.5.2.2 Start tolerance 3.5.2.7 Pause 3.5.2.3 Stroke amount 3.5.2.8 Failure reaction 3.5.2.4 Direction of stroke 3.5.2.9 DO 1 Pulse length 3.5.2.5 Ramp mode SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 101 "3.5.2.3 Stroke amount" (Page 99).  Down: With Up/Down valves, a valve that is open by default is closed by the amount entered in "3.5.2.3 Stroke amount" (Page 99). SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 102 "3.5.2.8 Failure reaction" Requirements: A partial stroke test has been performed. Factory setting: No response. Setting options:  No response  Aerate actuator  Deaerate actuator  Activate tight closing SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 103 "3.5.4 PST Reference" (Page 102) menu. If the thresholds are exceeded, a failure reaction is triggered. How the positioner is to react is set in the "3.5.2.8 Failure reaction" (Page 100) parameter. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 104 "Tight closing" parameter. "3.5.4.3 Stroke time" Requirements: Reference stroke has been initiated. "3.5.3 Initiate reference stroke" (Page 101) Factory setting: 0.0 s Display range: 0.0 ... 100.0 SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 105 Setting options:  Off  On Purpose: Execute partial stroke test in SIL mode. Description: SIL function. The SIL mode of the partial stroke test is deactivated in the factory. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 106 Start the partial stroke test. See also "3.5.3 Initiate reference stroke" (Page 101) "3.5.8 Stop test" Conditions: Partial stroke test is currently running. Purpose: Canceling an active partial stroke test SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 107: 3.6 Settings

    Number of strokes 3.6.9.3 Threshold 1 3.6.5.1 Activation 3.6.9.4 Threshold 2 3.6.5.2 Basic limit value 3.6.9.5 Threshold 3 3.6.5.3 Factor 1 3.6.9.4 Threshold 2 3.6.5.4 Factor 2 3.6.9.5 Threshold 3 SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 108  Off  On Purpose: Monitor valve for correct operating behavior. Description: This parameter is used to activate the "General valve fault" test for dynamic monitoring of the fittings behavior. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 109 The current value of the stiction is displayed in percent in the "3.4.11 Slipstick effect" (Page 94) parameter. If this value exceeds one of the three parameterizable thresholds during the test, a maintenance message is output by the device. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 110 The monitoring of zero point offset is particularly used for detecting wear and tear in a valve. A maintenance message is also output if the thresholdsfor a zero point offset are exceeded as a result of a magnet clamp movement. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 111 Identical setting range for each threshold "3.6.3.5 Tight closing" Requirement: Monitoring function is activated. "3.6.3.1 Activation" (Page 109) Factory setting: Setting options:  Off  Up  Down  Up and down SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 112 "Tight closing > Up" position. It checks whether the upper endstop has changed as compared to its value during initialization. Please check whether the "thresholds" apply to your application. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 113 The current value is displayed in "3.4.1 Number of strokes" (Page 92). If one of the three parameterizable thresholds exceeds this value during the test, a maintenance message is output by the device. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 114 The current value is displayed in "3.4.2 Number of direction changes" (Page 92). If one of the three parameterizable thresholds exceeds this value during the test, a maintenance message is output by the device. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 115 The state of the piping and valve plug can be monitored in the case of continuous processes. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 116 The current value is displayed in percent in "3.4.14 Reference value of position" (Page 95) or "3.4.15 Average value of position" (Page 95). If one of the three parameterizable thresholds exceeds this value during the test, a maintenance message is output by the device. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 117 After that, the test is started again. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 118 Factory setting:  With "3.6.7.4 Threshold 1": 2  With "3.6.7.5 Threshold 2": 5  With "3.6.7.6 Threshold 3": 10 Setting range: 0.1 ... 100.0 Identical setting range for each threshold SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 119 The actual temperature is registered by a sensor on the electronic conductor board. The temperature limit is monitored by three thresholds. Please check whether the "thresholds" apply to your application. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 120 The actual temperature is registered by a sensor on the electronic conductor board. The temperature limit is monitored by three thresholds. Please check whether the "thresholds" apply to your application. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 121  With "3.6.9.4 Threshold 2": 80 °C  With "3.6.9.5 Threshold 3": 90 °C Setting range:  -40.0 ... 90.0 °C  90.0 ... 194.0 °F Identical setting range for each threshold. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 122: 3.7 Statistics

     In "3.7.1.1 Position" represents the range from 0 to 100%.  In "3.7.1.2 Deviation" represents the range from -10 to +10%.  In "3.7.1.3 Temperature" represents the range from -40 °C (-40 °F) to +90 °C (194 °F). SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 123 If no value is available at all, the display shows "No measured values available". The following trends can be selected: ● Position ● Deviation of control ● Stiction ● Lower endstop ● Upper endstop ● Temperature ● Deadband SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 124: 3.8 Temperature

    This value indicates the current temperature inside the housing. This temperature can be measured and displayed in °C or °F depending on the setting. If you want to change the unit, change over to parameter: "3.8.4 Unit" (Page 123) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 125 Use this parameter to set whether the temperature inside the housing of the field device is to be measured and displayed in °C or °F. The defined temperature unit is used for all other temperature-related displays. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 126: Communication" Main Menu

    Revision of field device that corresponds to the existing device description. Several device descriptions of the same device type but with different device revisions can be loaded in one host. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 127: Universal Revision

    "4.9 Min. number of response preambles" Factory setting: Setting range: 2 ... 20 Purpose: Define number of preambles of a HART message frame from the positioner to the HART master. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 128: Security" Main Menu

     Off: Factory setting  On: If you do not activate any key for a period of 5 minutes, access management is activated automatically and the write-protected parameters can no longer be adjusted. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 129: Language" Main Menu

    6.2 Parameter description 6.2.6 "6 Language" main menu 6.2.6.1 "6 Language selection" Factory setting: English Setting range:  English  Deutsch  Español  Français  Italiano  中文 Purpose: Language selection SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 130 Operate 6.2 Parameter description SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 131: Commissioning

     Check prior to commissioning that the cover, cover locks, and cable inlets are assembled in accordance with the directives. Exception: Devices having the type of protection "Intrinsic safety Ex i" may also be opened in energized state in hazardous areas. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 132 Damage to device if the enclosure is open or not properly closed. The degree of protection specified on the nameplate or in Chapter "Technical data (Page 155)" is no longer guaranteed.  Make sure that the device is securely closed. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 133: General Information On Commissioning

    The process on a running system does not have to be interrupted to do so. Subsequent initialization is necessary! Device replacement (Page 140) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 134: Preparing For Commissioning

    1. To change from the measurement view into the navigation view, press . You are in the "1 Quick Start" main menu. 2. In the main menu, use to select the "6 Language" menu. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 135 8. Adhere to the action in the position feedback. If no fault message is shown when moving the actuator, you have fixed the positioner correctly. Result The positioner is ready for commissioning. See also "2.1.7 Valve direction of action (Page 74) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 136: Settings On The Pneumatic Block

    Procedure "Adjuster for actuator size" (actuator size) You can set the actuator size in four categories. The adjuster is divided into four grids for this purpose. Factory setting: bottom, very large actuators. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 137 Procedure "Adjuster for behavior of device in case of failure of pneumatic auxiliary power" (hold, exhaust) ● Turn the adjuster to "exhaust acutator" to exhaust the actuator. Factory setting ● Turn the adjuster to "hold position" to hold the last position of the actuator. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 138: Autom. Initialization

    The factory setting is "Linear <= 60 mm". 5. If required, set the tight closing function. to switch to the menu "1 Quick Start > 1.1 Autom. initialization > 1.1.2 Tight closing > Edit". SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 139 Result Commissioning of the positioner is complete. The initialization settings are saved. After the initialization the positioner will function with the new settings. See also Changing operating mode (Page 61) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 140: Manual Initialization

    5. If required, set the tight closing function. Use to switch to the menu "1.2.2 Tight closing > Edit". 6. Select the tight closing function with Factory setting is "Off". 7. Confirm the selection with SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 141 The progress bar in dialog window 5/6 shows the initialization progress. Dialog window 6/6 shows that the initialization process has been successfully completed. 10. Switch to the measurement view by pressing the button until the display shows the following: SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 142: Device Replacement

    2. Fix the actuator at its current position mechanically or pneumatically. Use the locking function of your mounting kit, if available. 3. Dismount the current device from the actuator. 4. Mount the new device to the actuator. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 143 8. Release the fixing of the actuator. 9. Switch to the measurement view by pressing the button until the display shows the following: See also "1.3 Device replacement" (Page 66) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 144: Resetting

    4. Trigger the reset function. Press . The progress bar in the display signals the progress of the reset function. See also Autom. initialization (Page 136) Manual initialization (Page 138) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 145: Alarm, Error, And Status Messages

    The symbols are presented in the order of priority of the messages, starting with the most serious. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 146 One or more process values have reached the tolerance limit. Data exchange Indicates that the setpoint is provided via HARTcommunication. The message category is shown in the bottom line of the display. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 147: Status Messages

    The thresholds are set lower or higher.  "3.6.2 Stiction" (Page 107) Check the condition of the stuffing box and valve spindle promptly. Indicates a faulty stuffing box or valve spindle. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 148 The error message disappears when the direction change counter is reset or the thresholds are increased. "3.6.6 Number of direction changes" (Page 112) Check the condition of the valve and actuator promptly. Indicates that maintenance on the control valve is due soon. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 149 "3.5 Partial stroke test (PST)" (Page 96) Electronics defect A malfunction in the electronics has been detected. Possible causes: Component defect  Erroneous calibration  Send the device to the repair center. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 150 The "Move to 100 %" function has been activated via Digital input DI 1 or DI 2. The control valve moves to 100% position. To return to automatic mode, deactivate signal at Digital input 1 or Digital input 2 . Initialization Initialization is currently being performed. running SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 151: Error Messages

    With successful execution of the function: Upon occurrence of a fault: In the event of error messages, the associated text is displayed in addition to the symbol. The following table lists the possible error messages. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 152 Initialization was canceled by the user. Device not initialized Possible cause: Positioner has not yet been initialized. Initialize the positioner. 1) nn is the value of the progress bar at which the fault occurred. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 153: Service And Maintenance

    Service and maintenance Basic safety instructions WARNING Impermissible repair of the device  Repair must be carried out by Siemens authorized personnel only. WARNING Impermissible accessories and spare parts Danger of explosion in areas subject to explosion hazard.  Only use original accessories or original spare parts.

  • Page 154: Service And Maintenance

    ● Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or solvents. Plastic components or painted surfaces could be damaged. Service and maintenance The positioner is maintenance-free to a large extent. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 155: Return Procedure

    The forms can be found on the Internet as well as in the documentation which comes with the device. See also Checking the consignment (Page 8) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 156 Service and maintenance 9.3 Return procedure SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 157: Technical Data

    Solid particulate size and density  Class 3 (min. 20 K below ambient temperature) Pressure dew point  Class 3 Oil content  Unrestricted flow Inlet air valve (depressurize actuator)  SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 158: Electrical Specifications

    = 30 V Ii = 100 mA Pi = 1 W Ci = 33 nF Li = 0,19 mH "nA"/"tb" = 30 V In = 100 mA SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 159 For connecting to circuits with the "ia"/"ic": following peak values = 30 V = 100 mA = 1 W = 24 nF = 67 µH "nA"/"tb" = 30 V = 100 mA SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 160: Constructional Design

    EN 1706: EN AC-AlSi12(Fe) or EN AC-AlSi10Mg(Fe) Housing 6DR63*0 (aluminum)  Weight, basic device 1.15 kg (2.535 lb) Manometer, steel IP44 Degree of protection  In accordance with DIN EN 837-1 Vibration resistance  SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 161: Control

    Device dust explosion protection by Zones 21, 22: FM/CSA: enclosure "tb" II 2 D Ex tb IIIC T90°C Db IP66 DIP, Class II, III, Div1, EFG DIP, Class II, III, Zone1, AEx tb IIIC SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 162: Option Modules

    Note: The device dust explosion protection by enclosure "tb" automatically results for option modules through the installation in the positioner enclosure. Take account of the maximum values for the connection. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 163: Alarm Module

    Static destruction limit  Galvanic isolation The three outputs DO 1, DO 2, DO 3; the input DI 2 (only terminals 11/12) and the basic device are galvanically separated from each other. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 164: Position Feedback Module

    See Chapter Electrical specifications (Page 156) following peak values Galvanic isolation Electrically isolated from the basic device Test voltage DC 840 V, 1 s In case of device fault or failure of setpoint power I SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 165: Dimension Drawings

    Dimension drawings Dimensions = mm (inches) Figure 11-1 Dimensional drawing of linear actuator Dimensions = mm (inches) Figure 11-2 Dimensional drawing of part-turn actuator SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 166 Dimension drawings Dimensions = mm (inches) Figure 11-3 Dimensional drawing of back (VDI/VDE 3847 interface) SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 167: Spare Parts/Accessories

    Manometer, steel, with bar/Mpa/psi scale, thread G 6DR6003-3MG1 Manometer, steel, with bar/Mpa/psi scale, 6DR6003-3MN1 thread -27 NPT Small part set 6DR6003-1X Note See catalog FI01 "Field device for process automation" for additives and possible modules. SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 168: Scope Of Delivery Of Small Part Sets

    Screws for fastening the magnet to linear actuators ⑩ Screws for cover ⑪ Screws for fastening the sliding plate ⑫ M6 screw, positioner fastening ⑬ O-ring, positioner rear panel ⑭ Attenuator SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 169: Accessories

    Position feedback module (4 to 20 mA) 6DR6003-8J Not explosion-proof  6DR6003-6J Ex ia/ib  Alarm module, electric 6DR6003-8A Not explosion-proof  6DR6003-6A Ex ia/ib  Cover panel for solenoid valve interface, aluminum 6DR6003-8SC1 In preparation SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 170 Spare parts/Accessories 12.4 Accessories SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 171: Appendix

    ● You can find your local contact partner for Industry Automation and Drives Technologies in our partner database. ● Information about field service, repairs, spare parts and lots more under "Services." SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 172: Environmental Protection

    Appendix A.3 Environmental protection Additional Support Please contact your local Siemens representative and offices if you have any questions about the products described in this manual and do not find the right answers. Find your contact partner at: Partner (http://www.automation.siemens.com/partner) A signpost to the documentation of the various products and systems is available at: Instructions and Manuals (http://www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/documentation)

  • Page 173: Total Overview Of All Parameters

    1.3.1 Actuator type 1.3.2 Actuator direction 1.3.3 Tight closing 1.3.4 Nominal stroke 1.3.5 Actual position 1.3.6 Travel time 1.3.7 Adopt values Reset 1.4.1 Reset initialization 1.4.2 Factory setting 1.4.3 Stroke calibration SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 174 2.4.2.1 0% turning point 2.4.2.2 5% Turning point … 2.4.2.21 100% Turning point 2.4.3 Controller parameters 2.4.3.1 Controller self-tuning 2.4.3.2 Dynamic 2.4.3.3 Kp Up 2.4.3.4 Kp Down 2.4.3.5 Ti Up 2.4.3.6 Ti Down SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 175 3.4.10 General valve fault 3.4.11 Slipstick effect 3.4.12 Shift lower endstop 3.4.13 Shift upper endstop 3.4.14 Reference value of position 3.4.15 Average value of position Partial stroke test (PST) 3.5.1 PST Overview SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 176 3.6.1.2 Basic limit value 3.6.1.3 Factor 1 3.6.1.4 Factor 2 3.6.1.5 Factor 3 3.6.2 Stiction 3.6.2.1 Activation 3.6.2.2 Basic limit value 3.6.2.3 Factor 1 3.6.2.4 Factor 2 3.6.2.5 Factor 3 SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 177 3.6.8.1 Activation 3.6.8.2 Unit 3.6.8.3 Threshold 1 3.6.8.4 Threshold 2 3.6.8.5 Threshold 3 3.6.9 Upper temperature limit 3.6.9.1 Activation 3.6.9.2 Unit 3.6.9.3 Threshold 1 3.6.9.4 Threshold 2 3.6.9.5 Threshold 3 SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 178 3.7.2.5.1 30 minutes 3.7.2.5.2 8 hours 3.7.2.5.3 5 days 3.7.2.5.4 2 months 3.7.2.5.5 30 months 3.7.2.6 Temperature 3.7.2.6.1 30 minutes 3.7.2.6.2 8 hours 3.7.2.6.3 5 days 3.7.2.6.4 2 months 3.7.2.6.5 30 months SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 179 Access management 5.1.1 Enable protection 5.1.2 Log in 5.1.3 Log out 5.1.4 PIN change 5.1.5 Disable protection 5.1.6 Reset PIN Time-out 6 Language English (Factory setting) Deutsch Español Français Italiano 中文 SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 180 Appendix A.4 Total overview of all parameters SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 181: List Of Abbreviations

    Safety Integrity Level Safety requirement level as per IEC 61508/IEC 61511 Verband der Elektrotechnik, Industrial and professional association Elektronik und Informationstechnik e. V. Verein Deutscher Ingenieure e. V. Technical/scientific association SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 182 List of abbreviations B.1 Abbreviations for VP300 positioners SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 183: Glossary

    Slipsticking of solid bodies moving against each other. Dampened coupled surface parts go through a quick succession of stick, tighten, separate and slip. The term is derived from the English words "stick" and "slip". SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 184 Glossary SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...

  • Page 185: Index

    Compressed air, 28 Laws and directives, 11 Connection Histogram electrical, 18, 23 Application, 120 Controller module History, 7 Picture, 25 Hold, 135 Correct usage, 12 Hotline, 169 Customer Support Hotline, 169 SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 186 Partial stroke test (PST), 96 Quick Start, 62 Password protection, 126 Setting, 71 Pilot valve, 134 Maintenance alarm, 106 PIN, 126 Maintenance concept, 106 Pneumatic actuator Maintenance demanded, 106 Picture, 22 SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 187 Zero point offset, 108 Setting Monitoring, 105 Shutdown function safe with SIL, 15 Signal concept, 106 Small part set, 166 Special application, 71 Status messages, 58, 145 Stiction, 107 Super PIN, 126 SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 188 Index SITRANS VP300 with or without HART Operating Instructions, 03/2011, A5E01258666-03...
  • Page 190 Siemens AG Subject to change without prior notice A5E01258666 Industry Automation (IA) A5E01258666-03 Sensors and Communication © Siemens AG 2011 Process Instrumentation 76181 KARLSRUHE A5E01258666 GERMANY www.siemens.com/processautomation...

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