Instruction Manual Ultrasonic Level Meter Model: NUS

KOBOLD Instruments Inc. 1801 Parkway View Drive Pittsburgh PA 15205 Phone (412) 788-2830 Fax (412)-788-4890 www.koboldusa.com
Manual-NUS-8-13-02

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Contents
Contents ....................................................................................2 1. General................................................................................3 2. Specifications ......................................................................4 3. Mechanical Installation ........................................................5 3.1. General Installation .............................................................5 3.2. Standpipe Mounting ............................................................6 3.3. Standard Mounting Configuration........................................6 4. Electrical Connection...........................................................7 4.1. Wiring ..................................................................................7 4.2. Wiring Interconnection.........................................................7 4.3. Wiring Diagram....................................................................8 5. Operation.............................................................................9 5.1. Function Display ................................................................10 5.2. Operation...........................................................................11 5.3. Setup Overview .................................................................12 5.4. Measured Value and Status Display .................................12 5.5. Quick Meter Setup for Normal Applications.......................13 5.6. Linearization ......................................................................14 5.7. Current Output Adjustment................................................18 5.8. Echo Quality ......................................................................21 5.9. Additional Input Possibilities ..............................................23 5.10. Simulation and Function Test ..........................................24 5.11. Interlocking ......................................................................25 5.12. Adjustment of the LED Display (when equipped) ............27 6. Errors and Warnings .........................................................29 6.1. Diagnostics and Error Elimination .....................................29 6.2. Error Codes .......................................................................30 7. Dimensions........................................................................31 8. Error Analysis ....................................................................32 9. V-H Setup Matrix ...............................................................34 10. Quick Meter Setup for Normal Applications: Overview ......35 Manufactured and Marketed by:

Kobold Instruments Inc.

1801 Parkway View Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15205 412-788-2830 Fax: 412-788-4890 www.koboldusa.com

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KOBOLD NUS Level Transmitter User Instructions CAUTION: For safety reasons, please read the cautionary information located at the end of the manual before attempting installation. These devices may only be installed, used and maintained by skilled personnel, who are familiar with this service manual and can observe applicable regulations regarding industrial safety and accident prevention.

1. General
The KOBOLD NUS is intended for use in applications where level measurement is desired and the level data needs to be indicated locally and/or transmitted to a location remote from the level transmitter. The NUS may be equipped with a 4-digit, 7-segment red LED display for local level indication that may be scaled in the users desired engineering units. The NUS also contains a level transmitter that outputs a 4-20 mA, analog signal. This signal is proportional to the tank level measured by the instrument. The NUS is readily adjusted and scaled by the user via internally accessible buttons. The NUS sensor is made of PVDF. This highly chemical-resistant material allows the NUS to be used in many difficult industrial applications, especially in the chemical industry. The ultrasonic sensor emits ultrasonic pulses, which are reflected by the medium to be measured. These "echoes" are then received by the same sensor. The time taken by the ultrasonic pulses (to the material and back) is temperaturecompensated before measurement results are sent to the analog output and digital display.

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2. Specifications
Housing: Sensor and connection: Measuring range: Epoxy-Coated Aluminum, Polycarbonate PVDF Liquids: up to 23 (2 model) Liquids: up to 13 (1-1/2 model) Bulks: up to 15 (2 model) Bulks: up to 6 (1-1/2 model) Measuring accuracy: Resolution: Deadband or block distance: Frequency: Pulse frequency: Radiation beam: Min. delay time: Output signal: Load: Process temperature: Ambient temperature: Max. operating pressure: Protection class: Construction: Process connection: Electrical connection: Power supply: Display (when equipped): 0.25% of maximum range +/- 0.12 10 (1-1/2 model), 16 (2 model) 50 kHz / 70 kHz 0.5 to 3 Hz (depending on electronics version) 5.5 conical approx. 5 s 4 to 20 mA max. 600 Ohm -40 to +176F (-40 to 80C) -4 to +140F (-20 to 60C) 30 PSIG (3 bar Abs.) NEMA 4X / IP 67 Combination sensor and electronics 1 MNPT, 2 MNPT 1 m cable(s) with conduit connection 12 to 36 VDC (2-wire) 90 to 127 VAC, 50-60 Hz. (4-wire) 4-digit, red LED Display, digit height: 0.3 (7.62 mm), programmable decimal point adjustment Display range: -1999...9999

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3. Mechanical Installation
3.1. General Installation
Install the unit to the tank with appropriately sized fittings. Take care not to place stresses on the electronics housing. Use an appropriately sized wrench and do not overtighten the sensor during installation (maximum torque: 11-14 ft-lb.).

Housing is not Rotatable! DO NOT apply force to the electronics housing!

Max. Torque 1114 Ft-lb.

Due to decaying behavior of the ultrasonic sensor, there is an area directly below the sensor face where no pulses can be received. This so-called "Deadband" is very important for the correct operation of the sensor. This distance must be taken into consideration during installation, as it is the minimum distance allowed between the sensor face and the maximum filling state. The deadband ranges are: 10 (1-1/2 model) or 16 (2 model) Mount the sensor sufficiently high enough so that even with maximum filling of the container, the deadband space is never entered. Media that enters the deadband space will cause a malfunction (See the following section on Standpipe Mounting). Never mount two ultrasonic level-measuring devices in one container, because the two devices can impair each other's function. Do not mount the sensor at the center of container's cover. Always install the sensor perpendicular to the material surface. Avoid measurements through the fill stream.

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If the desired maximum media filling height will enter the deadband space, the sensor must be installed on a short standpipe to prevent improper operation. No material may be allowed to form on the pipe ends. The recommended dimensions of the short standpipe are approximate values, which you can vary slightly if required. Keep the standpipe height as short as possible. The inner side of end-piece must be smooth no edges, no welding seams. During operation, noise echoes (that may be generated by a short feed pipe for example) may be faded out with the function (fade out noise-echoes, see page 20).

Standpipe diameter and height

Dmin (in.) 2 3 4 Lmax (in.) 6 9.5 15
L D

3.3. Standard Mounting Configuration

Mounting with 1-1/2 or 2 NPT

Welded Sleeve

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4. Electrical Connection
4.1. Wiring
When utilizing the current output, use a shielded two-wire cable. For optimal electromagnetic compatibility, the shield of the cable should be grounded at the control room or at the nearest equipment ground point. The connection at the electronics housing uses a conduit connection and an integral 1m cable for the 2-wire version, or a conduit connection and two integral 1m cables for the 4-wire version.

4.2. Wiring Interconnection

The conduit connection allows for a wide range of cable terminations into a suitable junction box using flexible conduit, standard thinwall, or rigid conduit. A cable gland may be used on the 2-wire units where a flexible cable interconnection is permitted. PLEASE NOTE: The 2-wire units are 4-20mA loop-powered devices designed for use with an externally supplied 12-36 VDC power source. The 4-wire units are for use with 90-127 VAC, 50-60 Hz power and provide an internal power source for the 4-20mA output signal. DO NOT CONNECT THE 4WIRE UNIT TO AN EXTERNALLY POWERED CURRENT LOOP OR DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRONICS WILL OCCUR.

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2-wire
Brown (+) + 24 VDC / 4-20 mA 2-wire Black (-)
G 2 1 AC ~ (2)
Ground Grn/Yel

4-wire (2 cable)
AC ~ (1)

Brown (+) + 4-20 mA Black (-)

Attention! In the event that the current output is not used, the output must be jumpered with a 250-ohm resistor to allow for display operation.

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5. Operation
The NUS Series offers a full range of user programmable functions and displays, such as: zero & span adjustment, sensor temperature, and echo quality. The programming features and display values are accessed via a programming matrix. This matrix has both a vertical (V) and horizontal (H) position that is shown on the function display. The instruction manual references these matrix positions in a VnHn format, where n = the vertical or horizontal matrix position. Example: V3H5 = 3rd vertical matrix position and the 5th horizontal matrix position. Navigation through the programming and status display matrix is performed via the function keys per section 5.2. The complete programming matrix is shown in: Section 9: V-H Setup Matrix. ATTENTION: Please review and familiarize yourself with the setup matrix information shown in Section 9 and the Quick Setup Adjustment shown in Section 5.5 and Section 10 before proceeding.

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5.1. Function Display

By removing the back cover, the internal electronics of the transducer become accessible. An LCD Display is provided for adjustments and visual display of functions.

During operational disturbances, the electronics differentiate between an error and a warning. (Compare also: Section 6, Errors and Warnings)

2- wire Electronics detects an error The bargraph is flashing within the display The current output assumes the user selected fault value of: 3.8mA, 22mA, or hold last value An error-code in V9H0 is displayed Electronics detects a warning The device continues to measure An error-code in V9H0 is displayed

4- wire Electronics detects a error The red LED next to function display flashes The bargraph is flashing within the display The current output assumes the user selected fault value of: 3.8mA, 22mA, or hold last value An error-code in V9H0 is displayed Electronics detects a warning The red LED next to function display lights up The device continues to measure An error-code in V9H0 is displayed

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The electronics are adjusted while viewing a 10 x 10 LCD matrix. In simplest case, adjustment is carried out only via three matrix fields. Display elements
Parameter

VH-Position

Bargraph display -Display: Flow or Echo Quality -Flashes with disturbance

The matrix field is shown under the letters VH. The appropriate parameter is displayed to the left. The bargraph flashes in case of error and displays the current or the quality of echo.

Table 5.1 Function of Keys

Keys Function Selection of matrix fields Selection of vertical matrix position Selection of horizontal matrix position and Return to V0H0

Inputting Parameter or Activates the selected matrix position. Digit is flashing. Increases the displayed parameter Decreases the displayed parameter and Resets the recent input value to the original value, if it is not confirmed with V or H key yet.

Confirmation of input or Accepts the currently displayed parameter and moves to the next matrix position

Matrix interlocking / unlocking (see also Section 5.11) and and Matrix interlocking, 9999 appears in V9H9 Matrix unlocking, 333 appears in V9H9

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Alignment

Linearization yes

no

Volume measure in linear container

Semi-automatic linearization thru >Liters out<

Manual input of a linearization curve

Special case: Cylindrical Horiz. tank

Adjust current output

analog

digital

Echo-quality

Time-delay

Noise-echo fade out

First echo factor

Simulation

5.4. Measured Value and Status Display Table 5.2 Measured Value and Status Information
Measured value display Matrix field V0H0 V0H8 Display Tank % full based on programmed span Matrix field V9H0 Status display Display Current error code Last error code

Distance from sensor face to medium in users V9H1 units (ft/m) Bargraph shows echo quality

V0H9

Height of medium from empty point (V0H1) in users units (ft/m) Bargraph shows echo quality

V9H2

Sensor and electronics identifier

V9H8 V3H5

Output current value in mA Temperature in Degrees C

V9H3 V3H2

Unit and software identifier Echo quality (1-10)

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Step 1 2 VH V9H5 V8H2 Input 333 (0 / 1) Text Reset to default factory parameters Users desired measurement unit 0: meters (default) 1: feet Empty distance in users units (actual value), 4mA setpoint Net distance medium will move to achieve a full tank in users units (= empty distance - full distance), 20mA setpoint Application type (see below)

3 4 5

V0H1 V0H2 V0H3

E (m/ ft) F (m/ ft) 04

V0H3: Application type 0: Normal setting for most liquid applications (default)

Full = 20 mA

1: Fast response setting.

Empty = 4mA

2: Liquid applications for tanks with a domed cover.

3: Bulk materials with grain size > 5/32 (4mm)

4: Conveyer allocation

Reset With a Reset, most adjustments for the device are canceled and the default factory settings apply. The following parameters do not change to factory default: All inputs for Linearization (V2H0 V2H3) the tag number (VAH0) and the measuring units (V8H2)

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Attention: V8H2 Measuring Units The measuring units are not changed by a Reset. It may only be changed manually. If the measuring units are changed later, all of the changed following inputs must be repeated. Measurement Display: V0H0: Filling height in % V0H8: Distance in m / ft V0H9: Filling height in m / ft Please Note! All following inputs (linearization, current output and fixed target fadeout) must be entered in the users selected measuring unit. NOTE: THE FEATURES INDICATED IN THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS (SECTIONS 5.6 THROUGH 5.10) ARE SPECIAL FEATURES AND ARE NECESSARY ONLY FOR SPECIAL TANK CONFIGURATIONS AND / OR APPLICATIONS WITH UNIQUE OPERATING CONDITIONS.

5.6. Linearization
5.6.1. Input of a Linearization Curve The input of the linearization curve must take place in the users selected measuring units. Prior to entering a linearization curve, it is recommended that the linearization table is cleared to eliminate previously entered points with: V2H0 = 4. A linearization curve can consist of maximum of 11 points. The linearization points must always be entered such that the volume units increase for each linearization point as the tank level rises. Activate the linearization curve after inputting all value pairs with V2H0 = 1. If desired, the points of linearization curve may be modified individually by simply entering a new value pair. The corrected curve must also increase in volume from the previous point.

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5.6.2. Adjustment of Current Output After linearization, the output current follows the linearization curve to provide an accurate volume measurement. Note: Errors and Warnings in V9H0 During the input of a linearization curve, the current output is subjected to an error and the unit stops measuring any further. The following linearization related errorindications may appear. E605: Display during the input of linearization curve. This error-indication disappears if the linearization curve is activated. E602: The linearization curve is not indicating a continuously rising volume level. In V2H1, the number of the last entered correct value pair appears automatically. Enter the new value in the next line of the table in V2H2 and V2H3. E604: The linearization curve consists of less than two value pairs. Supplement your inputs with additional value pairs. Measurement display after linearization: V0H0: Display in user-defined units V0H8: Distance in m / ft V0H9: Filling height in m / ft 5.6.3. Four Possibilities " Volume measurement with linear relation; filling state-volume: V2H0 = 5

Filling ht.
BD

Full=V 100% e.g.2000 l

Empty Volume

The Tank Full volume is input at V2H5. A linear level / volume relationship is assumed at all other points.

Note! The volume in V2H5 is automatically assigned to the filling height at the tank full point.

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Table 5.4
# 1 2 3 VH V2H0 V2H0 V2H5 4 5 e.g. 2000

Volume Measurement with Linear Relation

Input H H H Delete Linear Volume (Full Scale) V 100% (e.g. 2000 l) Text

# Inputting a Linearization Table for a Container through Volume Addition

BD

Filling ht. Full e.g. 5000 l

7

4m

5 4 3 2

Empty

The container is filled or emptied in a controlled manner, measuring the volume added at each linearization point. The known total volume is entered at each point. The level is automatically registered. Table 5.5 Linearization Through Volume Addition
# 1 2 3 4 5 6 VH V2H0 V2H0 V2H1 V2H2 V2H3 V2H1 4 3 7 e.g. 4.000 m e.g. 5000 l 6 Inputs H H H H H H Delete Measuring contents in liters Line number Level Volume input Line number Text

After entering all values V2H0 1 H Activate table

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BD Full

Empty e.g. 100 l 0.4 m

For a linearization curve, a maximum of 11 pairs of level and volume can be entered. Table 5.6 Manual Input of a Linearization Table
# 1 2 3 4 5 VH V2H0 V2H0 V2H1 V2H2 V2H3 4 2 1 e.g. 0. 400 m e.g. 100.0 l Input H H H H H Delete Manually Line No. Level input Volume input Text

V2H1

Line No.

After inputting all value pairs V2H0 1 H Activate table

% Special Case: Horizontally Mounted Cylindrical Tank

Using the following example, with the diameter = 1, the linearization curve for any cylindrical and horizontally mounted tank, can be calculated.

100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%

BD

Vtotal V % Vlevel % = 100

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Table 5.7
Line No. V2H1

Horizontally Mounted Cylindrical Tank

Level V2H2 % User's value Volume V2H3 % 0 5.20 14.24 25.23 37.35 50.00 62.64 74.77 85.76 94.79 100 User's value

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100

5.7. Current Output Adjustment

5.7.1. Instructions for current output: The current output (zero and span) may be adjusted to a percentage of the empty and full distances entered previously in V0H1 and V0H2 (see Table 5.3). The current output may be inverted (if desired), so that the value in V0H5 is larger than value in V0H6. That means on increasing measured values, the current signal decreases. Integration time (V0H4): The integration time causes damping of current output and thus a delayed measured value on LCD Display. With a turbulent liquid, a stable display can be achieved by means of the integration time (0 - 255 sec) Output behavior on error (V0H7)
4- wire 10 % +110 % 2.4 mA 22 mA 2- wire 3.8 mA 22 mA

4 mA Threshold: This threshold ensures that the current value will not fall short of 4 mA during operation.

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5.7.2. Errors and Warnings in V9H0 E620: The current output is outside of the adjusted range (smaller than 3.8 mA, greater than 20.5 mA). Check the setting and the adjustments of the current output.

5.7.3. Two possibilities of the adjustment 1. Current output: linear The current varies from 4 to 20mA as level changes. Table 5.8
# 1 VH V8H1 e.g. 0

Current Output Adjustment (Linear)

Inputs H Text Current output 0: linear 4 20 mA 1: linear 4 20 mA with 4 mA threshold Level for 4 mA Level for 20 mA Integration time Output on disturbance 0: 10 % 1:+ 110 % 2: HOLD (retain last measured value)

2 3 4 5

V0H5 V0H6 V0H4 V0H7

e.g. 10 % z. B. 90 % e.g. 20 s e.g. 1

H H H H

Filling ht.
BD

V0H6 90%

V0H5 10%
4 mA 20 mA

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2. Current Output: Digital The current value of 4 and 20 mA (or 8 and 16 mA) for switching and automatic level. Table 5.9
# 1 VH V8H1 e.g. 2

Current Output Adjustment (Digital)

Input H Text Current output 2: digital 4/ 20 mA 3: digital 8/ 16 mA Switch point min. 4 or 8 mA Switch point max. 20 or 16 mA Integration time Output on error: 0: 10 % 1: +110 % 2: HOLD (retain last measured value)

2 3 4 5

V0H5 V0H6 V0H4 V0H7

e.g. 10 % e.g. 90 % z. B. 10 s e.g. 1

H H H H

Filling ht.
BD

V0H6 90%

V0H5 10%
4 mA 8 mA 20 mA 16 mA

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The echo quality of ultrasonic signal is given out in V3H2 in steps from 1 10 and displayed in matrix fields V0H8 and V0H9 via a bargraph display. Bad echo quality through: Steam, dust, high temperature, foam, larger measuring distance, etc.

No impairment of the echo with smooth liquid surface:

5.8.1. Place the sensor Use the echo quality display (via bargraph) during mounting process, in order to find the correct mounting location. Fixed mountings, which look too far into the detection range of the sensor, reflect the echo. If an unwanted signal is detected e.g. during mounting, another location can be selected or the noise-echo may be suppressed.

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5.8.2. Noise Echo Suppression The noise echo suppression feature is useful if, instead of the actual level, obstructions inside the container are detected. Up to three, noise echo signals can be suppressed. The suppression should be attempted when the tank is empty or as near empty as possible.

Echo Step 1

max. 3
Noise-echo

Step 2

1.2 m

Good echo

3m

Distanc e

Table 5.10
# 1 VH V0H8 Input Text

Indicates the distance to the false echo.

Wait until a stable value is displayed. 2 V3H0 e.g. 3.000 H Known distance of the medium's surface level (e.g. 3 m)

Note for 2- wire: Wait for approx. 40 s 3 V0H8 Meas. distance approx. 3 m? YES Fixed target is faded out NO Repeat procedure

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5.9.1. Temperature The current temperature at the sensor is shown in V3H5. Temperature upper-limit Exceeding of the upper temperature limit of 80C will be indicated in field V3H5 by storing the value above 80C.

5.9.2. Echo loss - delay time The input of a delay time in V8H3 delays an alarm due to short term echo loss (e.g. by foam). For normal level measurements, the delay time should not be selected smaller than 30 s.

# 1

VH V8H3

Input e.g. 80 H

Text

The measuring point reacts only after 80 s on the echo loss and switches the alarm E 641.

Factory setting: 60 s Selectable: 0 255 s

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5.9.3. Actual Level: A false level reading in V0H9 (e.g. through temperature changes or material stratification) can be corrected by inputting the actual level in V3H1. The input of an actual level automatically corrects the alignment. 5.9.4. First echo factor In containers with strongly rounded off covers (arched covers) double echoes may the generated, which result in the display of a much lower level. By setting the first echo factor to maximum, double echoes can be switched off.
# 1 VH V3H4 2 Input H Text First echo factor maximum

5.10. Simulation and Function Test

Simulation offers the possibility to simulate and test the functions of the unit. Error and Warning in V9H0 E613: Display during the duration of simulation. After termination of the simulation, return to the normal measuring operation. Simulation off: V9H6: 0 In case of a power failure, the device returns automatically into normal measuring operation! Table 5.11 Simulation and Function Test Height Simulation
# 1 2 3 VH V9H6 V9H7 V9H8 V0H0 V9H6 1 e.g. 2.000 Input H H Text Simulation height Simulated height (e.g. 2 m)

Display current (also appears on bargraph) Display height or level or volume 0 H Simulation off

Current Simulation
# 1 2 3 4 VH V9H6 V9H7 V9H8 V9H6 3 e.g. 14 Input H H Text Simulation current Simulated current (e.g. 14 mA)

Display current (also appears on bargraph) 0 H Simulation off

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Volume Simulation
# 1 2 3 VH V9H6 V9H7 V9H8 V0H0 2 e.g. 100.0 Inputs H H Text Simulation of Volume Simulated Volume (e.g. 100 l)

Display current (also appears on bargraph) Display volume (if no linearization curve is entered, volume corresponds to filling level.) 0 H Simulation off

V9H6

5.11. Interlocking
After inputting all the parameters, the matrix can be locked. " Interlocking the matrix by entering a three-digit code number of any value other than 333 in V9H9:
# 1 2 VH V9H9 Input e.g. 332 H Interlock Text

In V9H9 appears 332. All matrix fields other than V9H9 are blocked.

Unlocking the matrix by entering the value 333 in V9H9:

# 1 2 VH V9H9 333 Input H Unlock Text

In V9H9 appears 333. The blocking of matrix fields is removed.

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# Interlocking via the keypad P = Protect

F = Free

Note! By interlocking via the keypad, the programming through the keypad or display is blocked. Matrix positions can be displayed but cannot be accessed. Removal of blocking is possible only through the keypad.

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Note! Before the adjustment of the LED display, the analog output must be adjusted first. In case of subsequent programming modifications that would affect the output signal, it is likely that the display would need to be readjusted. If the current output is not used, the output must be jumpered with a 250-ohm resistor to allow for display operation. Loosen and remove the four cross-slotted screws then remove the display cover plate.

Key 1

Key 2

Key 1: Key 2: Keys 1+2 :

Downward and selection of Menu Upward and selection of Menu Enter menu selection for adjustment or quit adjustment mode

5.12.1. Decimal point Press key 2 until: " dP " is displayed. Press key 1+2: Enter menu for adjustment: " ---.- " Press key 2 or 1: for up and down: " --.-- " Press key 1+2: Quit adjustment mode and return to Menu " dP " 5.12.2. Zero point (value to be displayed at 4 mA) Press key 2 until: " ZP 4 " is displayed. Press key 1+2: Enter menu for adjustment; " 0.00 e.g.: (0.0 Liters) Press key 2 or 1: for up and down Press key 1+2: Quit the adjustment mode and return to Menu " ZP 4 " 5.12.3. End point (value to be displayed at 20 mA) Press key 2 until: " EP20 is displayed. Press key 1+2: Enter menu for adjustment: " 0.00 " Press key 2 or 1: for up and down: " 60.00 " e.g.: (60 Liters) Press key 1+2: Quit the adjustment mode and return to Menu "EP20" Page 27

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5.12.4. Damping Press key 2 until: " FILt " is displayed. Press key 1+2: Enter menu for adjustment: " 0.3 " (min. = 0.3 sec.; max. = 20.0 sec.) Press key 2 or 1: for up and down: " 1.5 " (1.5 sec.) Press key 1+2: Quit the adjustment mode and return to Menu " FILt " 5.12.5. Range Exceeded (indication if below 4 mA or above 20 mA) Indicates " HI " if the upper limit or " LO " if the lower limit is exceeded Press key B until: " HILO " is displayed. Press key 1+2: Enter menu for adjustment: " oFF " = indication inactive Press key 2 or 1: for up and down: " on " = indication active Press key 1+2: Quit the adjustment mode and return to Menu " HILO " Indication: " HI "= Current exceeds the upper limit of the measuring range (I > 20 mA), " LO "= Current is below the lower limit of the measuring range (I < 4 mA) Caution: When the "HILO" indication is inactive, exceeding the upper limit of the display range (-1999...+9999) results in the error code "Er06" being displayed.

5.12.6. Return to Measuring Mode Depending upon the selected menu point, press Key 1 or 2 from one to eight times.

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6. Errors and Warnings

6.1. Diagnostics and Error Elimination

The electronics differentiate between an error and warning during operation. 2-wire: Electronics detect an error bargraph flashes within the digital display current output takes the selected value ( 10 % = 3.8 mA, +110 %, HOLD) an error-code in V9H0 is given out Electronics detect a warning unit continues to measure an error-code in V9H0 is given out 4-wire: Electronics detect an error red LED lights up bargraph flashes within the digital display current output takes the selected value ( 10 % = 2.4 mA, +110 %, HOLD) an error-code in V9H0 is given out Electronics detect a warning red LED flashes unit continues to measure an error-code in V9H0 is given out

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Code
E 101 E 102 E 103 E 106

Type
Error

Cause and Elimination

Checksum error EEPROM/ FRAM call Kobold Checksum error EEPROM/ FRAM call Kobold Initialization begins. If error persists, initialization cannot be started. Download in progress Wait, until the process is complete.

Warning Warning
Error

E 110 E 121 E 116 E 125 E 261 E 501 E 602 E 604 E 605 E 613 E 620 E 641

Error Error Error Error Error

Execute Reset. If error persists, electronic device error call Kobold Error during Download Press Reset, or start a new Download with corrected data. Sensor failure Check sensor connection. If error persists, call Kobold Error in temperature sensor (interruption) call Kobold Sensor electronics stops detection call Kobold Linearization curve does not rise continuously Check with manual linearization curve. Does the volume increase with the filling height? Linearization curve consists of less than 2 points Check manual linearization curve and provide with additional points. Linearization table not available appears during input of linearization curve. Activate all points after inputting linearization curve. Simulation On After running simulation, switch to normal measuring operation. Simulation Off: V9H6: 0 Current out of nominal range Check alignment and adjustments of current output. No echo to be evaluated Short time echo loss e.g. due to foam or during start up. Check alignment and operating voltage. If the error persists, call Kobold Temperature on sensor too high (more than 80 C) Check Measuring conditions.

Warning Warning
Error

Warning Warning
Error

E 661

Warning

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7. Dimensions

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8. Error Analysis
Error Measured value jumps sporadically on constant level and turbulent liquid surface or if the stirring fans run. Analog output Possible cause Remedy Signal is affected by Increase the Integration time turbulent liquid surface or stirring While stirring fans are within measuring fans? range, check sensor position.
occurs

20 mA

Relocate the sensor. Choose application parameter 0 or 2 in V0H3

expected

4 mA

With constant level, the measured value jumps to a lower value or remains too low constantly.

Multiple echoes?

Choose application parameter 2 in V0H3 Choose larger first echo factor 1 or 2 in V3H4

20 mA

expected

occurs

4 mA

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Error Digit-segment flashes Analog output Reaction of current output depends upon adjustment in V0H7 V0H7= 0 10 % 2.4 mA or 3.8 mA V0H7= 1 110 % 22 mA V0H7= 2 HOLD last value is retained Possible causes Error code in V9H0 Remedy Which error code? Proceeding further depends on error code.

E641 in V9H0 Echo too Check sensor position. weak or foam on surface Adjust the sensor mounting position. Distance D in V0H8 too large? Multiple echoes? Gas-accumulation over surface. Check sensor position. Adjust the sensor mounting position.

Measured value in V0H0 too low

20 mA D m/ft (V0H8) expected

Linearization wrong?
occurs

Enter a new linearization curve.

4 mA

Current output wrong? Distance D in V0H8 too small?

Measured value in V0H0 too large

20 mA

D m/ft (V0H8)

occurs

Check values in V0H5 and V0H6 and possibly input new values. Noisy installation in measuring range. Check standpipe dimensions. Check sensor position. Adjust the sensor mounting position. Select parameter 0 or 2 in V0H3. Execute false echo fade out. Enter a new linearization curve. Check values in V0H5 and V0H6 and possibly input new values.

Linearization wrong?
expected

Current output wrong?

4 mA t

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H0 Basicsettings V0 Meas. value H1 Adjustment Empty H2 Adjustment Full H3 Application 0: Liquid 1: Quick change 2: Arched cover 3: Rough solids 4: Conveyer belt. H4 Integration time 0 255 s Default: 3 s Seconds H5 Value for 4 mA Default: 0 % Switching point for 4 mA 8 mA H6 Value for 20 mA Default: 100 % Switching point for 20 mA 16 mA H7 Current output with error 0: 10 % 2- wire.: 3.8 mA 4- wire.: 2.4 mA 1: +110 % 2: HOLD H8 Meas. distance Bargraph = Echo-quality H9 Filling height Bargraph = Echo-quality

User's unit

m/ft

m/ft

m/ft

m/ft

V1 Linearization V2 Linearization 0: Height 1: Tab. Activate 2: manual input 3: volumetric 4: delete 5: linear False echo fade out Default: 0.000 V4 V7 Op. Param. V8 Current output 0: linear 4 20mA 1: linear with 4mA threshold 2: digit. 4/ 20mA 3: digit. 8/ 16mA Error status current error Error status last recovered error m/ ft Switch-over 0: m 1: ft Echo-loss time-delay 0 255 s Default: 60 s Seconds Linearizationtable line No. Linearizationtable Filling height Linearization table Volume Volume full-scale value Default: 100.0 m/ft User's unit User's unit

Extended settings V3

Actual level:

Echo-quality 0 10

Default: 0.000

First echo factor 0: none 1: middle 2: max.

Temperature

Service/ Simulate V9

Sensor / electronics detection

Unit and Software detection

Reset 333

Simulation 0: Current 1: Height 2: Volume 3: Current

Simulation value Current output

Lock values Locked <>333 unlocked = 333

Display field

Input field

Factory-set values in bold font

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10. Quick Meter Setup for Normal Applications: Overview

Reset 1. Reset unit V9H5 Input: 333 2. Measuring unit V8H2 Input: 0: m 1: ft 3. Align Empty V0H1 Input: E (m/ ft) 4. Align Full V0H2 Input: F (m/ ft) 5. Application V0H3 Input: (0 4)

O: Liquid

1: Quick level-change

2: Dome cover

3: Bulk solids

4: Conveyer-belt allowance

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CAUTION
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING INSTALLATION OF YOUR NEW DEVICE. FAILURE TO HEED THE INFORMATION HEREIN MAY RESULT IN EQUIPMENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE SUBSEQUENT PERSONAL INJURY.

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User's Responsibility for Safety: KOBOLD manufactures a wide range of process sensors and technologies. While each of these technologies are designed to operate in a wide variety of applications, it is the user's responsibility to select a technology that is appropriate for the application, to install it properly, to perform tests of the installed system, and to maintain all components. The failure to do so could result in property damage or serious injury. Wiring and Electrical: Section 2.0, Specifications and Section 4.0, Electrical Connections, provide the voltage and current limitations and the wiring for the various sensor types. The sensor electrical ratings should never be exceeded. Electrical wiring of the sensor should be performed in accordance with all applicable national, state and local codes. Operating Temperature: Section 2.0, Specifications, provides the operating temperature limits for each model. Operation outside these limitations will cause damage to the unit and can potentially cause personal injury. Material Compatibility: Section 2.0, Specifications, provides the materials of construction for the display/controller. Make sure that the model that you have selected is chemically compatible with its operating environment. While the meter is both liquid and spray resistant when installed properly, it is not designed to be immersed. Flammable, Explosive and Hazardous Applications: The NUS series is not an intrinsically safe or explosion-proof design. They should not be used in installations in which an intrinsically safe or explosion-proof design is required. Make a Fail-safe System: Design a fail-safe system that accommodates the possibility of device or power failure. In critical applications, KOBOLD recommends the use of redundant backup systems and alarms in addition to the primary system.

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