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Siemens SITRANS P Compact Operating Instructions

Pressure transmitter, transmitter for hydrostatic level
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SITRANS P
Pressure transmitter
SITRANS LH300 Transmitter for
Hydrostatic Level
Compact Operating Instructions
7MF1575-.....-....
01/2019
A5E37897183-AC
Introduction
Safety instructions
Description
Installing/mounting
Connecting
Commissioning
Service and maintenance
Technical specifications
Dimension drawings
Appendix A
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  • Page 1 Introduction Safety instructions Description SITRANS P Installing/mounting Pressure transmitter SITRANS LH300 Transmitter for Connecting Hydrostatic Level Commissioning Compact Operating Instructions Service and maintenance Technical specifications Dimension drawings Appendix A 7MF1575-..-..01/2019 A5E37897183-AC...
  • Page 2 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 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction..............................5 Purpose of this documentation....................5 Checking the consignment.......................5 Transportation and storage ......................6 Notes on warranty ........................6 Safety instructions ............................7 Prerequisites for safe use ......................7 2.1.1 Laws and directives........................7 2.1.2 Conformity with European directives..................7 Improper device modifications ....................8 Requirements for special applications ..................8 Use in hazardous areas ......................8 Description..............................11...
  • Page 4 Table of contents Calibrating ..........................25 Clean diaphragm........................25 Maintenance and repair work....................26 Return procedure ........................26 Disposal ..........................27 Technical specifications..........................29 Certificates and approvals......................32 Dimension drawings ...........................33 Appendix A ..............................35 Technical support........................35 Certificates ..........................36 Index................................37 SITRANS LH300 Transmitter for Hydrostatic Level Compact Operating Instructions, 01/2019, A5E37897183-AC...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Purpose of this documentation These instructions contain all information required to commission and use the device. Read the instructions carefully prior to installation and commissioning. In order to use the device correctly, first review its principle of operation. The instructions are aimed at persons mechanically installing the device, connecting it electronically, configuring the parameters and commissioning it, as well as service and maintenance engineers.

  • Page 6: 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 7: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Prerequisites for safe 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 8: Improper Device Modifications

    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 9 Safety instructions 2.4 Use in hazardous areas WARNING Use in hazardous area Risk of explosion. ● Only use equipment that is approved for use in the intended hazardous area and labelled accordingly. ● Don't use devices that have been operated outside the conditions secified for hazardous areas.
  • Page 10 Safety instructions 2.4 Use in hazardous areas SITRANS LH300 Transmitter for Hydrostatic Level Compact Operating Instructions, 01/2019, A5E37897183-AC...

  • Page 11: Description

    Description Application range The LH300 pressure transmitter is a submersible sensor for hydrostatic level measurement. The pressure transmitter measures the liquid levels in tanks, containers, channels and dams. The pressure transmitter is available for various measuring ranges and optionally with explosion protection.

  • Page 12: Design Of The Nameplate

    Description 3.4 Mode of operation Design of the nameplate ① ⑤ Article number Type of protection ② ⑥ Characteristics for hazardous area Group (gas, dust) ③ ⑦ Serial number Maximum surface temperature (temperature class) ④ ⑧ Category for operating area Group (gas) Figure 3-1 Example of a nameplate...
  • Page 13 Description 3.4 Mode of operation The output voltage signal of the sensor is fed to the electronics, where it is converted into an output current signal of 4 mA to 20 mA. ④ The protective conductor connection/equipotential bonding is connected to the enclosure. SITRANS LH300 Transmitter for Hydrostatic Level Compact Operating Instructions, 01/2019, A5E37897183-AC...
  • Page 14 Description 3.4 Mode of operation SITRANS LH300 Transmitter for Hydrostatic Level Compact Operating Instructions, 01/2019, A5E37897183-AC...

  • Page 15: Installing/Mounting

    Refer to the information in Technical specifications (Page 29). 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 16: Proper Mounting

    Installing/mounting 4.1 Basic safety instructions 4.1.1 Proper mounting NOTICE Incorrect mounting The device can be damaged, destroyed, or its functionality impaired through improper mounting. ● Before installing ensure there is no visible damage to the device. ● Make sure that process connectors are clean, and suitable gaskets and glands are used. ●...

  • Page 17: Installation

    Installing/mounting 4.2 Installation Installation ① Level ② Measurement reference height Figure 4-1 Mounting the pressure transmitter (example with protective cover made of PPE) 1. Install the pressure transmitter suspended downward on the cable. 2. To prevent measuring errors, fasten the pressure transmitter for moved process media. 3.

  • Page 18: Setting Up The Measuring Points

    Installing/mounting 4.4 Establishing the measuring range Setting up the measuring points ① ③ Cable box Pressure transmitter ② Anchor clamp Figure 4-2 Setting up the measuring points Establishing the measuring range Calculating the measuring range with process media with a density ≠ 1000 kg/m3 (process medium ≠ water) p = ρ...

  • Page 19: Connecting

    Connecting Basic safety instructions WARNING Maximum cable length exceeded for devices with type of protection "Intrinsic safety Ex i" Risk of explosion in hazardous areas. To meet the requirements of devices with intrinsic safety "Ex i" type of protection, observe the maximum permissible cable length in section Technical specifications (Page 29).
  • Page 20 Connecting 5.1 Basic safety instructions WARNING Lack of equipotential bonding Risk of explosion through compensating currents or ignition currents through lack of equipotential bonding. ● Ensure that the device is potentially equalized. Exception: It may be permissible to omit connection of the equipotential bonding for devices with type of protection "Intrinsic safety Ex i".

  • Page 21: Connecting The Device

    Connecting 5.2 Connecting the device Note Improvement of interference immunity ● Lay signal cables separately to cables with voltages > 60 V. ● Use cable with twisted wires. ● Keep the device and the cables at a distance from strong electromagnetic fields. Connecting the device Procedure ①...
  • Page 22 Connecting 5.2 Connecting the device Wiring diagram ① ③ Atmospheric pressure Transmitter ② ④ Vent pipe Cable box Figure 5-2 Example for applications in hazardous area SITRANS LH300 Transmitter for Hydrostatic Level Compact Operating Instructions, 01/2019, A5E37897183-AC...

  • Page 23: Commissioning

    Commissioning Basic safety instructions 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 Technical specifications (Page 29). ●...
  • Page 24 Commissioning 6.2 Calibrating SITRANS LH300 Transmitter for Hydrostatic Level Compact Operating Instructions, 01/2019, A5E37897183-AC...

  • Page 25: Service And Maintenance

    WARNING Impermissible repair of explosion protected devices Risk of explosion in hazardous areas ● Repair must be carried out by Siemens authorized personnel only. WARNING Use of a computer in a hazardous area If the interface to the computer is used in the hazardous area, there is a risk of explosion.

  • Page 26: Maintenance And Repair Work

    Enclose the bill of lading, return document and decontamination certificate in a clear plastic pouch and attach it firmly to the outside of the packaging. Required forms ● Delivery note ● Return document (http://www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/returngoodsnote) with the following information: – Product (item description) – Number of returned devices/replacement parts –...

  • Page 27: Disposal

    Further information about devices containing batteries can be found at: In‐ formation on battery/product return (WEEE) (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/document/109479891/) Note Special disposal required The device includes components that require special disposal. ● Dispose of the device properly and environmentally through a local waste disposal contractor.
  • Page 28 Service and maintenance 7.6 Disposal SITRANS LH300 Transmitter for Hydrostatic Level Compact Operating Instructions, 01/2019, A5E37897183-AC...

  • Page 29: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Gauge pressure input Measured variable Hydrostatic level Measuring range, max. operat‐ Measuring range Maximum operating pressure MAWP (PS) ing pressure (according to 97/23/ 0 to 0.1 bar 1.5 bar EC Pressure Equipment Direc‐ 0 to 1 mH O (0 to 3 ftH 15 mH O (45 ftH tive) and max.
  • Page 30 Technical specifications Measuring accuracy (according to EN 60770-2) Reference conditions ● Rising characteristic curve ● Start-of-scale 0 bar ● Room temperature 25 °C (77 °F) ● Rated voltage 24 V DC Measurement deviation with lim‐ 0.15% of full-scale value (typical) it setting, including hysteresis 0.3% of full-scale value (maximum) and for repeatability for measur‐...
  • Page 31 Technical specifications Pressure transmitter construction Sensor Ceramic AI (99.6%) Cable PE-HD, FEP Protective cover PPE, ETFE, stainless steel (1.4404/316L or 1.4539/904L) Sealing material FPM, EPDM (for drinking water) Electrical connection Lengths: 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 30, 40, 50, ..., 1000 m The maximum permissible cable length for devices with type of protection "Intrinsic safety Ex i"...

  • Page 32: Certificates And Approvals

    Technical specifications 8.1 Certificates and approvals Certificates and approvals Certificates and approvals Drinking water (ACS) 17 ACC NY 055 Drinking water (WRAS) Available soon Drinking water (DVGW/ KTW W270) Available soon TC N RU Д-.ГА02.B.05092 Underwriters Laboratories (UL) ML File No. E344532, issued 2017-08-17 Shipbuilding Available soon ●...

  • Page 33: Dimension Drawings

    Dimension drawings Pressure transmitter ① ④ Cable, Protective conductor connection/ sheath 8.3 mm diameter equipotential bonding ② ⑤ - (blue) Vent pipe, 1 mm diameter (inside diameter) ③ ⑥ + (brown) Protective cover with 4 x 2.5 mm diameter hole Figure 9-1 Pressure transmitter with protective cover made of PPE/ETFE, dimensions in mm ①...
  • Page 34 Dimension drawings Cable box ① ③ Fastening hole Screwed gland Pg 13.5 ② Vent valve Figure 9-3 Cable box, dimensions in mm (inches) Anchor clamp (0.75) Anchor clamp, dimensions in mm (inches) 48 (1.9) SITRANS LH300 Transmitter for Hydrostatic Level Compact Operating Instructions, 01/2019, A5E37897183-AC...

  • Page 35: Technical Support

    In addition to our documentation, Siemens provides a comprehensive support solution at: ● Service&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 36: Certificates

    Appendix A A.2 Certificates Certificates You can find certificates on the Internet at Certificates (http://www.siemens.com/ processinstrumentation/certificates) or on an included DVD. SITRANS LH300 Transmitter for Hydrostatic Level Compact Operating Instructions, 01/2019, A5E37897183-AC...

  • Page 37: Index

    Index Certificates, 7, 36 Qualified personnel, 8 Compact Operating Instructions, 35 Correct usage, (See improper device modifications) Customer Support, (Refer to Technical Support) Return procedure, 26 Disposal, 27 Documentation, 35 Scope of delivery, 5 Service, 35 Service & Support, 35 Internet, 35 Hazardous area Support, 35...
  • Page 38 Index SITRANS LH300 Transmitter for Hydrostatic Level Compact Operating Instructions, 01/2019, A5E37897183-AC...

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