Instruction Manual September 2010

SITRANS LVL200S

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Wiring plan, single chamber housing . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Adjustment elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Authorised personnel . . . . . . . .
Appropriate use . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning about misuse . . . . . . .
General safety instructions . . . .
Safety label on the instrument . .
CE conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SIL conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety instructions for Ex areas .

Product description
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Supplementary documentation
Information:
Supplementary documents appropriate to the ordered version come
with the delivery. You can nd them listed in chapter "Product
description".

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Instructions manuals for accessories and replacement parts

Tip:
To ensure reliable setup and operation of your SITRANS LVL200S, we
oer accessories and replacement parts. The corresponding documentations are:
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1 About this document

1 About this document

1.1 Function
This operating instructions manual provides all the information you
need for mounting, connection and setup as well as important
instructions for maintenance and fault rectication. Please read this
information before putting the instrument into operation and keep this
manual accessible in the immediate vicinity of the device.

1.2 Target group

This operating instructions manual is directed to trained qualied
personnel. The contents of this manual should be made available to
these personnel and put into practice by them.

1.3 Symbolism used

Information, tip, note
This symbol indicates helpful additional information.
Caution: If this warning is ignored, faults or malfunctions can
result.
Warning: If this warning is ignored, injury to persons and/or serious
damage to the instrument can result.
Danger: If this warning is ignored, serious injury to persons and/or
destruction of the instrument can result.
Ex applications
This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications.
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List
The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence.
Action
This arrow indicates a single action.
Sequence
Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure.

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2 For your safety

2 For your safety

2.1 Authorised personnel
All operations described in this operating instructions manual must be
carried out only by trained specialist personnel authorised by the plant
operator.
During work on and with the device the required personal protective
equipment must always be worn.

2.2 Appropriate use

The SITRANS LVL200S is a sensor for level detection.
You can nd detailed information on the application range in chapter
"Product description".
Operational reliability is ensured only if the instrument is properly used
according to the specications in the operating instructions manual as
well as possible supplementary instructions.
For safety and warranty reasons, any invasive work on the device
beyond that described in the operating instructions manual may be
carried out only by personnel authorised by the manufacturer. Arbitrary
conversions or modications are explicitly forbidden.

2.3 Warning about misuse

Inappropriate or incorrect use of the instrument can give rise to
application-specic hazards, e.g. vessel overll or damage to system
components through incorrect mounting or adjustment.

2.4 General safety instructions

This is a high-tech instrument requiring the strict observance of
standard regulations and guidelines. The user must take note of the
safety instructions in this operating instructions manual, the countryspecic installation standards as well as all prevailing safety
regulations and accident prevention rules.

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The instrument must only be operated in a technically awless and

reliable condition. The operator is responsible for trouble-free
operation of the instrument.
During the entire duration of use, the user is obliged to determine the
compliance of the necessary occupational safety measures with the
current valid rules and regulations and also take note of new
regulations.

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2 For your safety

2.5 Safety label on the instrument

The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must be
observed.

2.6 CE conformity
This device fullls the legal requirements of the applicable EC
guidelines. By attaching the CE mark, we provide conrmation of
successful testing.

2.7 SIL conformity

SITRANS LVL200S fullls the requirements to functional safety
according to IEC 61508/IEC 61511. You nd further information in the
Safety Manual "SITRANS LVL200".

2.8 Safety instructions for Ex areas

Please note the Ex-specic safety information for installation and
operation in Ex areas. These safety instructions are part of the
operating instructions manual and come with the Ex-approved
instruments.

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3 Product description

3 Product description
3.1 Structure
Scope of delivery

The scope of delivery encompasses:

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Constituent parts

Point level sensor SITRANS LVL200S

Documentation
- this operating instructions manual
- Safety Manual "Functional safety according to IEC 61508/
IEC 61511 (SIL)"
- Ex-specic "Safety instructions" (with Ex versions)
- if necessary, further certicates

The SITRANS LVL200S consists of the following components:

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Housing cover
Housing with electronics
Process tting with tuning fork

Fig. 1: SITRANS LVL200S

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Type label

The type label contains the most important data for identication and
use of the instrument:
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Housing cover
Housing with electronics
Process tting

Article number
Serial number
Technical data
Article numbers, documentation

3.2 Principle of operation

Application area

SITRANS LVL200S is a point level sensor with tuning fork for level
detection.

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3 Product description
It is designed for industrial use in all areas of process technology and
can be used in liquids.
Typical applications are overll and dry run protection. With a tuning
fork of only 40 mm length, SITRANS LVL200S can be also mounted e.
g. in pipelines from DN 32. The small tuning fork allows use in vessels,
tanks and pipes. Thanks to its simple and robust measuring system,
SITRANS LVL200S is virtually unaected by the chemical and
physical properties of the liquid.
It functions even under dicult conditions such as turbulence, air
bubbles, foam generation, buildup, strong external vibration or
changing products.
Fault monitoring
The electronics module of SITRANS LVL200S continuously monitors
via frequency evaluation the following criteria:
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Loss of vibration
Line break to the piezo drive

If a malfunction is detected or in case of power failure, the electronics

takes on a dened switching condition, i.e. the relay deenergises (safe
condition).
Functional principle

The tuning fork is piezoelectrically energised and vibrates at its

mechanical resonance frequency of approx. 1200 Hz. The piezos are
xed mechanically and are hence not subject to temperature shock
limitations. The frequency changes when the tuning fork is covered by
the medium. This change is detected by the integrated electronics
module and converted into a switching command.

Voltage supply

SITRANS LVL200S is a compact instrument, i.e. it can be operated

without external evaluation system. The integrated electronics
evaluates the level signal and outputs a switching signal. With this
switching signal, a connected device can be operated directly (e.g. a
warning system, a PLC, a pump etc.).
The data for power supply are specied in chapter "Technical data".

3.3 Operation
With the factory setting, products with a density > 0.07 g/cm
(0.025 lbs/in) can be measured. The instrument can be adapted if
products with lower density should be measured.
On the electronics module you will nd the following indicating and
adjustment elements:

Signal lamp for indication of the switching condition (green/red)

DIL switch for sensitivity adjustment
Mode adjustment for selection of the switching condition (A/B)

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3.4 Storage and transport

Packaging

Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport. Its

capacity to handle normal loads during transport is assured by a test
according to DIN EN 24180.
The packaging of standard instruments consists of environmentfriendly, recyclable cardboard. In addition, the sensor can be provided
with a protective cover of ABS. For special versions PE foam or PE foil
is also used. Dispose of the packaging material via specialised
recycling companies.

Transport

Transport must be carried out under consideration of the notes on the

transport packaging. Nonobservance of these instructions can cause
damage to the device.

Transport inspection

The delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit

damage immediately at receipt. Ascertained transit damage or
concealed defects must be appropriately dealt with.

Storage

Up to the time of installation, the packages must be left closed and

stored according to the orientation and storage markings on the
outside.
Unless otherwise indicated, the packages must be stored only under
the following conditions:

Storage and transport

temperature

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Dry and dust free
Not exposed to corrosive media
Protected against solar radiation
Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration

Storage and transport temperature see chapter "Supplement Technical data - Ambient conditions"
Relative humidity 20 85 %

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4 Mounting

4 Mounting
4.1 General instructions
Suitability for the process conditions

Make sure that all parts of the instrument exposed to the process, in
particular the sensor element, process seal and process tting, are
suitable for the existing process conditions. These include above all
the process pressure, process temperature as well as the chemical
properties of the medium.
You can nd the specications in chapter "Technical data" or on the
type label.

Switching point

In general, SITRANS LVL200S can be installed in any position. The

instrument simply has to be mounted in such a way that the tuning fork
is at the height of the desired switching point.
The tuning fork has lateral markings (notches) that indicate the
switching point with vertical mounting. The switching point refers to
water with the basic setting of the sensitivity switch 0.7 g/cm
(0.025 lbs/in). When mounting SITRANS LVL200S, make sure that
this marking is at the height of the requested switching point. Keep in
mind that the switching point of the instrument is shifted if the medium
has a density other than water - water 1 g/cm (0.036 lbs/in). For
products < 0.7 g/cm (0.025 lbs/in) and > 0.5 g/cm (0.018 lbs/in) the
density switch must be set to 0.5 g/cm.
Keep in mind that foams with a density > 0.45 g/cm (0.016 lbs/in) are
detected by the sensor. This can cause faulty switchings particulary
when used as dry run protection system.

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Fig. 2: Vertical mounting

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Switching point
Switching point
Switching point
Switching point

approx. 13 mm (0.51 in)

with lower density
with higher density
approx. 27 mm (1.06 in)

Fig. 3: Horizontal mounting

Switching point

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Fig. 4: Horizontal installation (recommended installation position, especially for

adhesive products)
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Switching point
Marking with screwed version on top, with ange versions directed to the
ange holes

With ange versions, the fork is directed as follows to the ange holes.

Fig. 5: Fork position with ange versions

Moisture

Use the recommended cables (see chapter "Connecting to power

supply") and tighten the cable gland.
You can give your SITRANS LVL200S additional protection against
moisture penetration by leading the connection cable downward in
front of the cable entry. Rain and condensation water can thus drain
o. This applies mainly to outdoor mounting as well as installation in
areas where high humidity is expected (e.g. through cleaning
processes) or on cooled or heated vessels.

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Fig. 6: Measures against moisture penetration

Transport

Caution:
Do not hold SITRANS LVL200S on the tuning fork. Particularly with
ange or tube versions, the tuning fork can be damaged just by the
weight of the instrument. Transport coated instruments very carefully
and avoid touching the tuning fork.
Remove the packaging or the protective cover just before installation.

Pressure/Vacuum

The process tting must be sealed if there is gauge or low pressure in

the vessel. Before use, check if the seal material is resistant against
the measured product and the process temperature.
The max. permissible pressure is specied in chapter "Technical data"
or on the type label of the sensor.

Handling

The vibrating level switch is a measuring instrument and must be

treated accordingly. Bending the vibrating element will destroy the
instrument.
Warning:
The housing must not be used to screw the instrument in! Applying
tightening force can damage internal parts of the housing.

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Use the hexagon above the thread for screwing in.

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4.2 Mounting instructions

Welded socket

SITRANS LVL200S has a dened thread starting point. This means

that every SITRANS LVL200S is in the same fork position after being
screwed in. Remove therefore the supplied seal from the thread of
SITRANS LVL200S. This seal is not required when using a welded
socket with O-ring in front.
Keep in mind that this welded socket is not suitable for coated
instrument versions.
Screw SITRANS LVL200S completely into the welded socket. The
later position can be determined already before welding. Mark the
appropriate position of the welded socket. Before welding, unscrew
SITRANS LVL200S and remove the rubber ring from the welded
socket. The welded socket has a marking (notch). Weld the socket
with the notch facing upward, or in case of pipelines (DN 32 up to
DN 50), aligned with the direction of ow.

Fig. 7: Marking on the welded socket

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Marking

In case of horizontal mounting in adhesive and viscous products, the

surfaces of the tuning fork should be vertical in order to reduce buildup
on the tuning fork. On the screwed version you will nd a marking on
the hexagon. With this, you can check the position of the tuning fork
when screwing it in. When the hexagon touches the seal, the thread
can still be turned by approx. half a turn. This is sucient to reach the
recommended installation position.
With ange versions, the fork is directed to the ange holes.
When used in adhesive and viscous products, the tuning fork should
protrude into the vessel to avoid buildup. For that reason, sockets for
anges and mounting bosses should be avoided when mounting
horizontally.

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4 Mounting

If SITRANS LVL200S is mounted in the lling stream, unwanted false

measurement signals can be generated. For this reason, mount
SITRANS LVL200S at a position in the vessel where no disturbances,
e.g. from lling openings, agitators, etc., can occur.

Flows

To minimise ow resistance caused by the tuning fork, SITRANS

LVL200S should be mounted in such a way that the surfaces of the
blades are parallel to the product movement.

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5 Connecting to power supply

5 Connecting to power supply

5.1 Preparing the connection
Note safety instructions

Always keep in mind the following safety instructions:

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Connect only in the complete absence of line voltage

Take note of
safety instructions for Ex applications

In hazardous areas you should take note of the appropriate

regulations, conformity and type approval certicates of the sensors
and power supply units.

Voltage supply

Connect the operating voltage according to the following diagrams.

The oscillator with relay output is designed in protection class 1. To
maintain this protection class, it is absolutely necessary that the
ground conductor be connected to the internal ground terminal. Take
note of the general installation regulations. As a rule, connect
SITRANS LVL200S to vessel ground (PA), or in case of plastic
vessels, to the next ground potential. On the side of the housing there
is a ground terminal between the cable entries. This connection serves
to drain o electrostatic charges. In Ex applications, the installation
regulations for hazardous areas must be given priority.
The data for power supply are specied in chapter "Technical data".

Connection cable

The instrument is connected with standard two-wire cable without

screen. If electromagnetic interference is expected which is above the
test values of EN 61326 for industrial areas, screened cable should be
used.
Use cable with round cross-section. A cable outer diameter of 5 9 mm
(0.2 0.35 in) ensures the seal eect of the cable gland. If you are
using cable with a dierent diameter or cross-section, exchange the
seal or use a suitable cable gland.
In hazardous areas, only use approved cable connections for SITRANS
LVL200S.

Connection cable for Ex applications

Take note of the corresponding installation regulations for Ex

applications.

5.2 Connection procedure

With Ex instruments, the housing cover may only be opened if there is
no explosive atmosphere present.

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Unscrew the housing cover

Loosen compression nut of the cable entry

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Proceed as follows:

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Remove approx. 10 cm (4 in) of the cable mantle, strip approx.

1 cm (0.4 in) of insulation from the ends of the individual wires

Insert the cable into the sensor through the cable entry

Open the terminals with a screwdriver

Insert the wire ends into the open terminals according to the wiring
plan

Tighten the terminals with a screwdriver

Check the hold of the wires in the terminals by lightly pulling on

them

Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry. The seal ring must
completely encircle the cable

10 Screw the housing cover on

The electrical connection is nished.

5.3 Wiring plan, single chamber housing

The following illustrations apply to the non-Ex as well as to the EEx-d
version.

Electronics and connection compartment

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0,7 g / cm3

20-72V DC
20-253V AC

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Control lamp
DIL switch for mode adjustment
DIL switch for switching point adaptation
Ground terminal
Connection terminals

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Wiring plan

We recommend connecting SITRANS LVL200S in such a way that the

switching circuit is open when there is a level signal, line break or
failure (safe condition).
Information:
The relays are always shown in non-operative condition.

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Relay output
Relay output
Voltage supply

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6 Set up
6.1 In general
The gures in brackets refer to the following illustrations.
Function/Conguration

In the basic setting, products with a density > 0.7 g/cm (0.025 lbs/in)
can be detected. For products with lower density, you have to set the
switch to > 0.5 g/cm (0.018 lbs/in).
On the electronics module you will nd the following indicating and
adjustment elements:
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Control lamp for indication of the switching condition (1)

DIL switch for mode adjustment - A/B (2)
DIL switch for sensitivity adjustment (3)

Note:
For test purposes, immerse the tuning fork of SITRANS LVL200S
always in liquids. Do not test the function of SITRANS LVL200S with
the hand. This can damage the sensor.

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Signal lamp (1)

Signal lamp (LED)

DIL switch for mode adjustment
DIL switch for sensitivity adjustment

Control lamp for indication of the switching status

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red = relay deenergized
red (ashing) = failure

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Mode adjustment (2)

With the mode adjustment (A/B) you can change the switching
condition of the relay. You can set the required mode according to the
"Function chart" (A - max. detection or overow protection, B - min.
detection or dry run protection).

Sensitivity adjustment
(3)

With this DIL switch (3) you can set the switching point to liquids
having a density between 0.5 and 0.7 g/cm (0.018 and 0.025 lbs/in).
With the basic setting, liquids with a density of > 0.7 g/cm (0.025 lbs/
in) can be detected. In liquids with lower density, you must set the
switch to > 0.5 g/cm (0.018 lbs/in). The specications for the position
of the switching point relate to water - density value 1 g/cm (0.036 lbs/
in). In products with a dierent density, the switching point will shift in
the direction of the housing or tuning fork end depending on the
density and type of installation.
Note:
Keep in mind that foams with a density > 0.45 g/cm (0.016 lbs/in) are
detected by the sensor. This can cause faulty switchings particulary
when used as dry run protection system.

6.3 Functional chart

The following chart provides an overview of the switching conditions
depending on the adjusted mode and level.
Level
Mode A
Overow protection

Switching status

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Relay energized
Mode A
Overow protection

Green

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Red

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Relay energized
Mode B
Dry run protection

Green

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Relay deenergized
Mode B
Dry run protection

Control lamp

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Level
Failure of the supply
voltage
(mode A/B)

any

Failure

any

Switching status

Control lamp

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Relay deenergized

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7 Maintenance and fault rectication

7 Maintenance and fault rectication

7.1 Maintenance
If the instrument is used properly, no special maintenance is required
in normal operation.

7.2 Rectify faults

Reaction when malfunctions occur

The operator of the system is responsible for taking suitable measures

to remove interferences.

Failure reasons

SITRANS LVL200S oers maximum reliability. Nevertheless, faults

can occur during operation. These may be caused by the following, e.
g.:
l
l
l
l

Fault rectication

Sensor
Process
Voltage supply
Signal processing

The rst measure to be taken is to check the output signal. In many

cases, the causes can be determined this way and the faults rectied.

Checking the switching

signal
Error

Cause

Removal

SITRANS LVL200S

Operating voltage too

low

Check operating voltage

Electronics defective

Press the mode switch. If

the instrument then
changes the mode, the
vibrating element may be
covered with buildup or
mechanically damaged.
Should the switching
function in the correct
mode still be faulty, return the instrument for
repair.

signals "covered" when

the vibrating element is
not submerged (overll
protection)

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signals "uncovered"
when the vibrating element is submerged (dry
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Press the mode switch. If

the instrument then does
not change the mode,
the electronics module is
defective. Exchange the
electronics module.

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Error

Signal lamp ashes red

Reaction after fault rectication

Cause

Removal

Unfavourable installation location

Mount the instrument at

a location in the vessel
where no dead zones or
air bubbles can form.

Buildup on the vibrating

element

Check the vibrating element and the sensor if

there is buildup and remove it.

Wrong mode selected

Set the correct mode on

the mode switch (overow protection, dry run
protection). Wiring
should be carried out
according to the quiescent current principle.

Error on the vibrating

element

Check if the vibrating

element is damage or
extremely corroded.

Interference on the
electronics module

Exchanging the electronics module

instrument defective

Exchange the instrument

or send it in for repair

Depending on the failure reason and measures taken, the steps

described in chapter "Set up" must be carried out again, if necessary.

7.3 Exchange of the electronics

If the electronics module is defective, it can be replaced by the user.
In Ex applications only one electronics module with respective Ex
approval may be used.
You nd all information to the electronics exchange in the operating
instructions of the new electronics module.

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In general, all electronics modules of series SW60 can be interchanged. If you want to use an electronics module with a dierent
signal output, you carry out the complete setup. You nd the
necessary, suitable operating instruction on our homepage.
Note:
Keep in mind that enamelled instrument versions need special
electronics modules. These electronics modules are called SW60E or
SW60E1.

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7.4 Instrument repair

If it is necessary to repair the instrument, please contact Siemens
Milltronics Process Instruments Inc. You nd the locations on our
homepage "www.siemens.com/processautomation".

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8 Dismounting
8.1 Dismounting steps
Warning:
Before dismounting, be aware of dangerous process conditions such
as e.g. pressure in the vessel, high temperatures, corrosive or toxic
products etc.
Take note of chapters "Mounting" and "Connecting to power supply"
and carry out the listed steps in reverse order.
With Ex instruments, the housing cover may only be opened if there is
no explosive atmosphere present.

8.2 Disposal
The instrument consists of materials which can be recycled by
specialised recycling companies. We use recyclable materials and
have designed the electronics to be easily separable.
WEEE directive 2002/96/EG
This instrument is not subject to the WEEE directive 2002/96/EG and
the respective national laws. Pass the instrument directly on to a
specialised recycling company and do not use the municipal collecting
points. These may be used only for privately used products according
to the WEEE directive.
Correct disposal avoids negative eects to persons and environment
and ensures recycling of useful raw materials.
Materials: see chapter "Technical data"

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9.1 Technical data
General data
Material 316L corresponds to 1.4404 or 1.4435
Materials, wetted parts
- Process tting - thread
-

Process tting - ange

316L, Hastelloy C22 (2.4602)

316L, 316L with Hastelloy C22 coating

Process seal

Klingersil C-4400

Tuning fork

316L, Hastelloy C22 (2.4602)

Extension tube: 21.3 mm (0.839 in)

316L, Hastelloy C22 (2.4602)

Sensor length
- Length SITRANS LVL200S
Materials, non-wetted parts
- Aluminium die-casting housing

See chapter "Dimensions"

Aluminium die-casting AlSi10Mg, powder-coated basis: Polyester

Stainless steel housing, electropolished

316L

Seal between housing and housing

cover

Silicone (Aluminium housing, stainless steel housing, electropolished)

Ground terminal

316L

Temperature adapter (optional)

316L

Gas-tight leadthrough (optional)

316L/glass

Instrument weight (depending on process

tting)
Surface quality
- Standard

approx. 0.8 4 kg (0.18 8.82 lbs)

Ra < 3 m (1.18-4 in)

Hygienic version (3A)

Ra < 0.8 m (3.15-5 in)

Hygienic version (3A)

Ra < 0.3 m (1.18-5 in)

Process ttings
- Pipe thread, cylindrical (DIN 3852-A)

G A, G1 A

American pipe thread, conical

(ASME B1.20.1)

NPT or 1 NPT

Flanges

DIN from DN 25, ANSI from 1"

hygienic ttings

Bolting DN 40 PN 40, Tri-Clamp 1", Tri-Clamp 1"

PN 10, conus DN 25 PN 40, Tuchenhagen Varivent
DN 50 PN 10

75 Nm (55 lbf ft)

Thread G1 A, 1 NPT

100 Nm (73 lbf ft)

Gas-tight leadthrough (optional)

- Leakage rate
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Max. torque - process tting

- Thread G A, NPT

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Pressure resistance

PN 64

Output variable
Output
Turn-on voltage
- Min.
-

Max.

Switching current
- Min.
-

Max.

Breaking capacity
- Min.
-

Max.

Relay output (DPDT), 2 oating spdts

10 mV
253 V AC, 253 V DC

10 A
3 A AC, 1 A DC

50 mW
750 VA AC, 54 W DC
If inductive loads or stronger currents are switched
through, the gold plating on the relay contact
surface will be permanently damaged. The contact
is then no longer suitable for switching low-level
signal circuits.

Contact material (relay contacts)

AgNi or AgSnO and Au plated

Modes (adjustable)
- A

Max. detection or overow/overll protection

Min. detection or dry run protection

Accuracy (similar to DIN EN 60770-1)

Reference conditions and actuating variables according to DIN EN 61298-1
- Ambient temperature
+18 +30 C (+64 +86 F)
-

Relative humidity

45 75 %

Air pressure

860 1060 mbar/86 106 kPa (12.5 15.4 psig)

Product temperature

+18 +30 C (+64 +86 F)

Product density

1 g/cm (0.036 lbs/in) (water)

Product viscosity

1 mPa s

Superimposed pressure

0 kPa

Sensor installation

vertically from top

Density selection switch

> 0.7 g/cm

Measuring accuracy
1 mm (0.04 in)

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Inuence of the process temperature on the switching point

1
4

10 (

25/64")

8 ( 5/16")
6 ( 15/64")
4 ( 5/32")
2 ( 5/64")

-2 (-5/64")
-4 (-5/32")
-6 (-15/64")
-8 (-5/16")

-10 (-25/64")
50C
(122 F)

0C
(32 F)

100C
(212 F)

150C
(302 F)

200C
(392 F)

250C
(482 F)

Fig. 24: Inuence of the process temperature on the switching point

1
2
3
4

Shifting of the switching point in mm (in)

Process temperature in C (F)
Switching point at reference conditions (notch)
Tuning fork

Inuence of the product density on the switching point

1
6

10 ( 25/64")
8 ( 5/16")
6 ( 15/64")
4 ( 5/32")

2 ( 5/64")
0

-2 (-5/64")

-4 (-5/32")

-6 (-15/64")
-8 (-5/16")

-10 (-25/64")
0,6
(0,022)

0,8
(0,029)

1
(0,036)

1,2
(0,043)

1,4
(0,051)

1,6
(0,058)

1,8
(0,065)

2
(0,072)

2,2
(0,079)

2,4
(0,087)

Fig. 25: Inuence of the product density on the switching point

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Shifting of the switching point in mm (in)

Product density in g/cm (lb/in)
Switch position 0.5 g/cm (0.018 lb/in)
Switch position 0.7 g/cm (0.025 lb/in)
Switching point at reference conditions (notch)
Tuning fork

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Inuence of the process pressure to the switching point
1
4

10 ( 25/64")
8 ( 5/16")
6 ( 15/64")
4 ( 5/32")

2 ( 5/64")
0

-2 (-5/64")
-4 (-5/32")
-6 (-15/64")
-8 (-5/16")

-10 (-25/64")
12
(174,1)

25
(362,6)

38
(551,1)

51
(739,7)

64
(928,2)

Fig. 26: Inuence of the process pressure to the switching point

1
2
3
4

Shifting of the switching point in mm (in)

Process pressure in bar (psig)
Switching point at reference conditions (notch)
Tuning fork

Repeatability

0.1 mm (0.004 in)

Hysteresis

approx. 2 mm (0.08 in) with vertical installation

Switching delay

approx. 500 ms (on/o)

Frequency

approx. 1200 Hz

Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature on the housing

-40 +70 C (-40 +158 F)

Storage and transport temperature

-40 +80 C (-40 +176 F)

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Measured variable

Limit level of liquids

Process pressure

-1 64 bar (-14.5 928 psig) depending on the

process tting, e.g. ange (see following diagrams)

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(2.4602)

-50 +150 C (-58 +302 F)

Process temperature (thread or ange temperature) with temperature adapter (option)

- SITRANS LVL200S of 316L/Hastelloy
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2
3
70 C
(158 F)
40 C
(104 F)

0 C
(32 F)

-50 C
(-58 F)

1
50 C
(122 F)

100 C
(212 F)

150 C
(302 F)

200 C
(392 F)

250 C
(482 F)

-40 C
(-40 F)

Fig. 27: Ambient temperature - Process temperature

1
2
3

Process temperature in C (F)

Ambient temperature in C (F)
Temperature range with temperature adapter

1
64
(928)
40
(580)
20
(290)
-1 (-14,5)
-50 C
(-58 F)

0C
(32 F)

50C
(122 F)

100C
(212 F)

150C
(302 F)

200C
(392 F)

250C
(482 F)

Fig. 28: Process temperature - Process pressure with switch position 0.7 g/cm (mode switch)
1
2

Process pressure in bar (psig)

Process temperature in C (F)

1
64
(928)
40
(580)
20
(290)

30

0C
(32 F)

50C
(122 F)

100C
(212 F)

150C
(302 F)

200C
(392 F)

250C
(482 F)

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-1 (-14,5)
-50 C
(-58 F)

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Fig. 29: Process temperature - Process pressure with switch position 0.5 g/cm (mode switch)
1
2

Process pressure in bar (psig)

Process temperature in C (F)

Viscosity - dynamic

0.1 10,000 mPa s (requirement: with density 1)

Density

0.7 2.5 g/cm (0.025 0.09 lbs/in); 0.5 2.5 g/

cm (0.018 0.09 lbs/in) by switching over

Electromechanical data
Cable entry/plug (dependent on the version)
- Single chamber housing

1 x cable entry M20 x 1.5 (cable: 5 9 mm),

1 x blind stopper M20 x 1.5; attached 1 x cable
entry M20 x 1.5

or:
l

1 x cable entry NPT, 1 x blind stopper NPT,

1 x cable entry NPT

or:
l

Screw terminals

1 x plug M12 x 1; 1 x blind stopper M20 x 1.5

for wire cross-section up to 1.5 mm (AWG 16)

Adjustment elements
Mode switch
- A
-

Density changeover switch

- 0.5
-

0.7

Max. detection or overow/overll protection

Min. detection or dry run protection
0.5 2.5 g/cm (0.018 0.9 oz/in)
0.7 2.5 g/cm (0.025 0.9 oz/in)

Voltage supply
Operating voltage

20 253 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 20 72 V DC (at

U > 60 V DC, the ambient temperature can be max.
50 C/122 F)

Power consumption

1 8 VA (AC), approximately 1.5 W (DC)

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Electrical protective measures

Protection rating

IP 66/IP 67

Overvoltage category

III

Protection class

Approvals
Depending on the version, instruments with approvals can have dierent technical data. For these
instruments, please note the corresponding approval documents. They are included in the scope
of delivery.

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9.2 Dimensions
SITRANS LVL200S

80 mm
(3 5/32")

125 mm (4 59/64")

84 mm (3 5/16")

112 mm (4 13/32")

~ 59 mm
(2 21/64")

~ 116 mm (4 9/16")

M20x1,5/
NPT

M20x1,5

M20x1,5/
NPT

Fig. 30: Housing versions

Aluminium housing
Stainless steel housing, electropolished

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55 mm
(2.17")

57 mm
(2.24")

36 mm
(1.42")
53 mm
(2.09")

32 (GA, "NPT)
41 (G1A, 1"NPT)
GA, "NPT
G1A, 1"NPT

6
3

49 mm
(1.93")

50 mm
(1.97")

33,7 mm
(1.33")
53 mm
(2.09")

53 mm
(2.09")

50 mm
(1.97")

19 mm
(0.75")

G=66 mm (2.6")
G1=69 mm (2.72")

18,5 mm
(0.73")

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2
3
4
5
6
7

Thread
Tri-Clamp
Cone DN 25
Bolting DN 40
Flange
Gas-tight leadthrough
Temperature adapter

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178 mm (7.01")

SITRANS LVL200S - options

34 mm
(1.34")

Fig. 32: Options

Gas-tight leadthrough
Temperature adapter

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Subject to change without prior notice

*7ML19985KR01*

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