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Read this Manual Before Installing This manual provides information on Electric Switch Mechanisms. It is important that all instructions are read carefully and followed in sequence. Detailed instructions are included in the Installation section of this manual. Conventions Used in this Manual Certain conventions are used in this manual to convey specific types of information. General technical material, support data, and safety information are presented in narrative form. The following styles are used for notes, cautions, and warnings.
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Notice of Copyright and Limitations Magnetrol and Magnetrol logotype & are registered trademarks of Magnetrol International. Copyright 2009 Magnetrol International. All rights reserved. Performance specifications are effective with date of issue and are subject to change without notice. Magnetrol reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this manual at any time without notice. Magnetrol makes no warranty with respect to the accuracy of the information in this manual. Warranty All Magnetrol mechanical level and flow controls are warranted free of defects in materials or workmanship for five full years from the date of original factory shipment. If returned within the warranty period; and, upon factory inspection of the control, the cause of the claim is determined to be covered under the warranty; then, Magnetrol will repair or replace the control at no cost to the purchaser (or owner) other than transportation. Magnetrol shall not be liable for misapplication, labor claims, direct or consequential damage or expense arising from the installation or use of equipment. There are no other warranties expressed or implied, except special written warranties covering some Magnetrol products. Quality assurance The quality assurance system in place at Magnetrol guarantees the highest level of quality throughout the company. Magnetrol is committed to providing full customer satisfaction both in quality products and quality service. Magnetrols quality assurance system is registered to ISO 9001 affirming its commitment to known international quality standards providing the strongest assurance of product/service quality available.
Notes contain information that augments or clarifies an operating step. Notes do not normally contain actions. They follow the procedural steps to which they refer.
Cautions
Cautions alert the technician to special conditions that could injure personnel, damage equipment, or reduce a components mechanical integrity. Cautions are also used to alert the technician to unsafe practices or the need for special protective equipment or specific materials. In this manual, a caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNINGS
Warnings identify potentially dangerous situations or serious hazards. In this manual, a warning indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING! Explosion hazard. Do not connect or
disconnect equipment unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be non-hazardous. Low Voltage Directive For use in Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2. If equipment is used in a manner not specified by manufacturer, protection provided by equipment may be impaired.
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Reference Information
Principle of Operation Figures 1 & 2 illustrate the simple, reliable operating principle of a float level switch. Switching action is obtained through the use of a magnetic sleeve and a float , displacer or flow sensing element and a switching mechanism . These two basic component assemblies are separated by a non-magnetic, pressure retaining enclosing tube . The switch and magnet are assembled to a mechanism with a swinging arm which operates on precision stainless steel pivots.
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Operating Cycle As level of a liquid in a vessel rises (Figure 1), the float rides on the liquid surface moving the magnetic sleeve upward in the enclosing tube and into the field of the switch mechanism magnet. As a result, the magnet is drawn in tightly to the enclosing tube causing the set screw on the swinging arm to move the actuating lever of a snap action switch, making or breaking the electrical circuit. As the liquid level recedes (Figure 2), the float and magnetic sleeve move downward until the switch magnet releases and is drawn outward, away from the enclosing tube by a tension spring. This, in turn, moves the actuating arm of the switch in the opposite direction, reversing switch action. Switch mechanisms may include a single switch or multiple switches, depending on operational requirements and switching action desired.
4 3 Pivot
1 2
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Description
The Series F, R, 8 & 9 dry contact switches are specifically designed for use in applications with extremely high process temperatures. These switches are available on most of Magnetrols buoyancy products and can also be retrofitted onto many existing controls. Designed to Magnetrols usual high standards, these high temperature switches will provide reliable, repeatable service in the toughest of applications. These switches are available with SPDT or DPDT contacts. Some models can be configured with multiple switch mechanisms for several actuation levels. FM, CSA and ATEX approval for hazardous and non-hazardous locations on approved models.
Series 8 & F switches are designed for high temperature applications and are hermetically sealed.
Series R switches are designed for the highest temperature installations and have a 1.0 amp contact rating at 8 and 30 VDC. Series 9 switches are hermetically sealed and designed for the highest temperature installations, and have a 1.0 amp contact rating at 120 and 240 VAC.
1.3.3 Basic Switch Ratings
Rating (amps) Switch Series Switch Type Process Temp Range F (C) Load 120 8 Hermetically Sealed Snap Hermetically Sealed Snap Hermetically Sealed Snap Snap -50 to +750 (-46 to +398) -50 to +1000 (-46 to +538) -50 to +750 (-46 to +398) -40 to +1000 (-46 to +538) Non-Inductive Inductive Non-Inductive Inductive Non-Inductive Inductive Non-Inductive Inductive 1.00 1.00 2.50 2.50 1.00 1.00 Volts AC 240 1.00 1.00 480 24 3.00 1.00 0.50 0.50 4.00 2.00 1.00 1.00 Volts DC 48 120 0.30 0.10 0.40 0.40 240
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Installation
Replacing Switch Mechanism
Caution: Before attempting to remove a switch mechanism, be certain to pull disconnect switch or otherwise assure that electrical circuit through control is de-energized.
1. Disconnect wiring from supply side of terminal block on switch mechanism. Note and record lead wire terminal locations. 2. Loosen mounting screw in split mounting clamp until mechanism slides freely on enclosing tube, refer to Figure 3. 3. Remove small round head screw securing lower switch mechanism to baffle plate, refer to Figure 4. 4. Slide switch mechanism off of enclosing tube. If mechanism is to be reused, ensure that it is placed on a clean surface, free of metallic particles that may be attracted to the switch magnet. 5. Loosen mounting screw so that switch frame will fit over e-tube. Install switch mechanism by sliding it over the enclosing tube. Slide mechanism down until the bottom of the frame and terminal block are resting on the baffle plate. The baffle plate should be resting on the hub of the housing base. 5
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Replacing Switch Mechanism (cont.) 6. Install and tighten baffle plate screw so that the switch mechanism may not be separated from the baffle plate. Tighten the mechanism mounting screw so that the mechanism is firmly clamped to the enclosing tube. 7. Swing magnet assembly in and out by hand, checking carefully for any signs of binding. 8. Reattached supply-side wiring to the terminal block and check switch function by varying liquid level in the vessel.
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Replacing Dry Contact Switches 1. Disconnect control from power supply. 2. Disconnect switch leads from terminal block. Note and record terminal connections of switch to be replaced. 3. Remove two mounting screws holding existing switch, refer to Figure 5. 4. Remove existing switch and install replacement switch in the same position, tightening mounting screws securely.
NOTE: For proper operation of the replacement switch, it must actuate in the middle portion of the pivoted magnets swing.
Adjusting Screw
Mounting Screws
5. Check switch action and adjust as follows: a. Slowly rotate the pivoted magnet by hand, back and forth through its angle of swing, listening closely for the actuating click of the switch in each direction. b. Check to see if there is equal overtravel of magnet in its swing after the switch click in either direction. c. If switch actuation is not correct, change adjustment of actuating screw using a 116" hexagon key wrench, refer to Figure 5. 6. Reconnect power supply and test switch action by varying liquid level in the vessel.
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Wiring
Circuits shown are for direct acting level switches and are reversed in side mounting float-in-tank models, which utilize a reversing float pivot.
Close on Low Level (NC) Close on High Level (NO) Line Common (C)
Load
4 5 6
Internal Circuit
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SPDT Terminal Connections 1. Rising level closes contacts 5 & 6, see Figure 6. 2. Falling level closes contacts 4 & 5. 3. Wiring Diagram is reversed (high level actuation becomes low level actuation, etc.) when this switch mechanism is used on side mounted float switches employing a reversing pivot (Models B40, T52, T62, T63, etc.).
Load
Load
Assem. A
1 2 3
Load
Load
Assem. B
4 5 6
Internal Circuit
1. Rising level closes contacts 5 & 6 and 2 & 3, see Figure 7. 2. Falling level closes contacts 4 & 5 and 1 & 2. 3. Wiring diagram is reversed (high level actuation becomes low level actuation, etc.) when this switch mechanism is used on side mounted float switches employing a reversing pivot (Models B40, T52, T62, T63, etc.). 4. On units with tandem floats, the top float operates the bottom mechanism while the bottom float actuates the top mechanism. 3.2 DPDT Terminal Connections 1. Rising level closes contacts 5 & 6 and 2 & 3, see Figure 8 (following page). 2. Falling level closes contacts 4 & 5 and 1 & 2. 3. Double pole action is obtained by simultaneous operation of the right and left side single pole double throw switches. 4. Wiring diagram is reversed (close on high becomes close on low, etc.) when this switch mechanism is used on side mounted float switches employing a reversing pivot. (Models B40, T52, T62, T63, etc.)
3.2.2 Single float with two switches or dual stage displacer
Line
Load
1. Rising level closes contacts 5 & 6 and 2 & 3, see Figure 9 (following page). 2. Falling level closes contacts 4 & 5 and 1 & 2. 3. Double pole action is obtained by simultaneous operation of the right and left side single pole switches. 4. Wiring diagram is reversed (close on high becomes close on low, etc.) when this switch mechanism is used on side mounted float switches employing a reversing pivot. (Models B40, T52, T62, T63, etc.) 5. On units with tandem floats, the top float operates the bottom mechanism while the bottom float actuates the top mechanism.
Load
Load
Load
Load
4 5 6
1 2 3
Load
Load
Figure 9
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SPDT DPDT R
89-7401-179 89-7401-181
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When ordering replacement parts for an existing Magnetrol instrument, please specify: 1. Model and serial numbers of control. 2. Description and part number of replacement kit. Use the chart on the following page to choose the correct replacement housing kit. 5.1 Aluminum Housings Die cast aluminum NEMA 4X housing replacements are available for general purpose or weather proof installations. Explosion proof NEMA 4X/7/9 and Class I, Div 1, Group B housing replacements are available for hazardous atmosphere locations. Die cast aluminum housings are finished with a baked-on polyester powder coat paint.
NOTE: Consult your local representative on applications to meet NEMA and other codes not covered in this bulletin.
Gasket
Pipe Plug
Set Screw
5.2
Cast Iron Housings Cast Iron NEMA 7/9 housing replacements are available for hazardous atmosphere locations. Both Class I, Div. 1, Groups C & D and Group B versions are available. The grey iron cover and base are finished with a baked-on polyester powder coat paint.
NOTE: Consult your local representative on applications to meet NEMA and other codes not covered in this bulletin.
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Carbon Steel Housings Carbon steel NEMA 4X switch housings are available for general purpose and weather proof installations. The housing base is cast from aluminum while the cover is made from cold rolled steel. The housings are finished with a baked-on polyester powder coat paint.
NOTE: Consult your local representative on applications to meet NEMA and other codes not covered in this bulletin.
5.4
Housing Kit
Baffle Plate Cover Hardware Cover Gasket Base O-Ring Gland Nut O-Ring
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Cast Iron
TYPE 4X/7/9 Cl I Div 1 Grp B ATEX XP
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Switch Description
Contacts
Number of Switches
Magnet Dot Color Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Red Yellow Yellow Yellow Yellow Yellow Yellow Yellow Yellow Yellow
TYPE 4X*
1 SPDT 2 Tall Series '8' High Temperature Hermetically Grp IV SPDT Sealed Snap Switch DPDT Tall Grp IV DPDT Short 1 SPDT 2 Tall Series '9' High Temperature Hermetically Grp IV SPDT Sealed Snap Switch DPDT Tall Grp IV DPDT Short 1 SPDT Series 'F' High Temperature Hermetically Sealed Snap Switch DPDT Tall 2
Short
3 1 Short 1
2 1
3 1 Short 1
2 1
Tall 2 Short 1
1 2 1 1 2 1
DPDT Tall
Grp IV DPDT
1" NPT 8AP 8AQ 8AA 8AB 8BA 8BB 8CA 8CB n/a n/a 8DP 8DQ 8DA 8DB 8EA 8EB n/a n/a 9AP 9AQ 9AA 9AB 9BA 9BB 9CA 9CB 9FA 9FB 9DP 9DQ 9DA 9DB 9EA 9EB 9GA 9GB FAP FAQ FAA FAB FBA FBB FDP FDQ FDA FDB FEA FEB R1Q R1B R3B R5B RDQ RDB REB RFB
M20 82P 82Q 82A 82B 84A 84B 86A 86B n/a n/a 88P 88Q 88A 88B 81A 81B n/a n/a 92P 92Q 92A 92B 94A 94B 96A 96B 93A 93B 98P 98Q 98A 98B 91A 91B 97A 97B F2P F2Q FCA FCB FFA FFB F8P F8Q FGA FGB FHA FHB R2Q R2B R4B R6B R8Q RGB RHB RJB
1" NPT 8KP 8KQ 8KA 8KB 8LA 8LB 8MA 8MB 8SA 8SB 8NP 8NQ 8NA 8NB 8OA 8OB 8TA 8TB 9KP 9KQ 9KA 9KB 9LA 9LB 9MA 9MB 9SA 9SB 9NP 9NQ 9NA 9NB 9OA 9OB 9TA 9TB FKP FKQ FKA FKB FLA FLB FNP FNQ FNA FNB FOA FOB RKQ RKB RLB RYB RNQ RNB ROB RSB
1" NPT 8KT 8KS 8KJ 8KK 8LJ 8LK 8MJ 8MK 8SJ 8SK 8NT 8NS 8NJ 8NK 8OJ 8OK 8TJ 8TK 9KT 9KS 9KJ 9KK 9LJ 9LK 9MJ 9MK 9SJ 9SK 9NT 9NS 9NJ 9NK 9OJ 9OK 9TJ 9TK FKT FKS FKJ FKK FLJ FLK FNT FNS FNJ FNK FOJ FOK RKS RKK RLK RYK RNS RNK ROK RSK
1"NPT 8AC 8A9 8CC 8C9 8DC 8D9 8EC 8E9 8MC 8M9 8BC 8B9 8FC 8F9 8GC 8G9 8ZC 8Z9 9AC 9A9 9CC 9C9 9DC 9D9 9EC 9E9 9MC 9M9 9BC 9B9 9FC 9F9 9GC 9G9 9ZC 9Z9 FAC FA9 FCC FC9 FDC FD9 FBC FB9 FFC FF9 FGC FG9 RA9 RC9 RD9 RW9 RB9 RF9 RG9 RM9
M20 8HC 8H9 8KC 8K9 8LC 8L9 88C 889 n/a n/a 8JC 8J9 8NC 8N9 8PC 8P9 n/a n/a 9HC 9H9 9KC 9K9 9LC 9L9 98C 989 9YC 9Y9 9JC 9J9 9NC 9N9 9PC 9P9 9SC 9S9 FHC FH9 FKC FK9 FLC FL9 FJC FJ9 FNC FN9 FPC FP9 RH9 RK9 RL9 RY9 RJ9 RN9 RP9 RS9
4" NPT 8AR 8AY 8AD 8AM 8BD 8BM 8CD 8CM 8HD 8HM 8DR 8DY 8DD 8DM 8ED 8EM 8JD 8JM 9AR 9AY 9AD 9AM 9BD 9BM 9CD 9CM 9HD 9HM 9DR 9DY 9DD 9DM 9ED 9EM 9JD 9JM FAR FAY FAD FAM FBD FBM FDR FDY FDD FDM FED FEM R1Y R1M R3M R5M RDY RDM REM RJM
1" NPT 8KR 8KY 8KD 8KM 8LD 8LM 8MD 8MM 8SD 8SM 8NR 8NY 8ND 8NM 8OD 8OM 8TD 8TM 9KR 9KY 9KD 9KM 9LD 9LM 9MD 9MM 9SD 9SM 9NR 9NY 9ND 9NM 9OD 9OM 9TD 9TM FKR FKY FKD FKM FLD FLM FNR FNY FND FNM FOD FOM RKY RKM RLM RWM RNY RNM ROM RSM
1" NPT n/a n/a 8KV 8KW 8LV 8LW 8MV 8MW 8SV 8SW n/a n/a 8NV 8NW 8OV 8OW 8TV 8TW n/a n/a 9KV 9KW 9LV 9LW 9MV 9MW 9SV 9SW n/a n/a 9NV 9NW 9OV 9OW 9TV 9TW n/a n/a FKV FKW FLV FLW n/a n/a FNV FNW FOV FOW n/a RKW RLW RWW n/a RNW ROW RSW
4" NPT n/a n/a 8U7 8U5 8V7 8V5 877 875 8M7 8M5 n/a n/a 8W7 8W5 8Y7 8Y5 8Z7 8Z5 n/a n/a 9U7 9U5 9V7 9V5 977 975 9M7 9M5 n/a n/a 9W7 9W5 9Y7 9Y5 9Z7 9Z5 n/a n/a FU7 FU5 FV7 FV5 n/a n/a FW7 FW5 FY7 FY5 n/a RU5 RV5 RW5 n/a RF5 RG5 RM5
M20 n/a n/a 8K7 8K5 8L7 8L5 867 865 n/a n/a n/a n/a 8D7 8D5 8O7 8O5 n/a n/a n/a n/a 9K7 9K5 9L7 9L5 967 965 9N7 9N5 n/a n/a 9D7 9D5 9O7 9O5 9P7 9P5 n/a n/a FK7 FK5 FL7 FL5 n/a n/a FD7 FD5 FO7 FO5 n/a RK5 RL5 RY5 n/a RN5 RO5 RS5
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Any unit that was used in a process must be properly cleaned in accordance with OSHA standards, before it is returned to the factory. A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) must accompany material that was used in any media. All shipments returned to the factory must be by prepaid transportation. All replacements will be shipped F.O.B. factory.
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