Quick Start Guide DLC3010 Digital Level Controller

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Fisher™ FIELDVUE™ DLC3010 Digital Level

Controller (Supported Product)
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Inspection and Maintenance Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Parts Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Non‐Fisher (OEM) Instruments, Switches, and
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Latest Published Quick Start Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Introduction
The product covered in this document is no longer in production. This document, which includes the latest published
version of the quick start guide, is made available to provide updates of newer safety procedures. Be sure to follow the
safety procedures in this supplement as well as the specific instructions in the included quick start guide.

For more than 30 years, Fisher products have been manufactured with asbestos‐free components. The included quick
start guide might mention asbestos containing parts. Since 1988, any gasket or packing which may have contained
some asbestos, has been replaced by a suitable non‐asbestos material. Replacement parts in other materials are
available from your sales office.

Safety Instructions
Please read these safety warnings, cautions, and instructions carefully before using the product.

These instructions cannot cover every installation and situation. Do not install, operate, or maintain this
product without being fully trained and qualified in valve, actuator and accessory installation, operation
and maintenance. To avoid personal injury or property damage it is important to carefully read,
understand, and follow all of the contents of this manual, including all safety cautions and warnings. If
you have any questions about these instructions, contact your Emerson sales office before proceeding.

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Specifications
This product was intended for a specific range of service conditions‐‐pressure, pressure drop, process and ambient
temperature, temperature variations, process fluid, and possibly other specifications. Do not expose the product to
service conditions or variables other than those for which the product was intended. If you are not sure what these
conditions or variables are, contact your Emerson sales office for assistance. Provide the product serial number and all
other pertinent information that you have available.

Inspection and Maintenance Schedules

All products must be inspected periodically and maintained as needed. The schedule for inspection can only be
determined based on the severity of your service conditions. Your installation might also be subject to inspection
schedules set by applicable governmental codes and regulations, industry standards, company standards, or plant
standards.

In order to avoid increasing dust explosion risk, periodically clean dust deposits from all equipment.

When equipment is installed in a hazardous area location (potentially explosive atmosphere), prevent sparks by proper
tool selection and avoiding other types of impact energy.

Parts Ordering
Whenever ordering parts for older products, always specify the serial number of the product and provide all other
pertinent information that you can, such as product size, part material, age of the product, and general service
conditions. If you have modified the product since it was originally purchased, include that information with your
request.

WARNING
Use only genuine Fisher replacement parts. Components that are not supplied by Emerson should not, under any
circumstances, be used in any Fisher product. Use of components not supplied by Emerson may void your warranty, might
adversely affect the performance of the product and could result in personal injury and property damage.

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Installation
WARNING
Avoid personal injury or property damage from sudden release of process pressure or bursting of parts. Before mounting
the product:
D Do not install any system component where service conditions could exceed the limits given in this manual or the limits
on the appropriate nameplates. Use pressure‐relieving devices as required by government or accepted industry codes
and good engineering practices.
D Always wear protective gloves, clothing, and eyewear when performing any installation operations.
D Do not remove the actuator from the valve while the valve is still pressurized.
D Disconnect any operating lines providing air pressure, electric power, or a control signal to the actuator. Be sure the
actuator cannot suddenly open or close the valve.
D Use bypass valves or completely shut off the process to isolate the valve from process pressure. Relieve process pressure
from both sides of the valve.
D Vent the pneumatic actuator loading pressure and relieve any actuator spring precompression so the actuator is not
applying force to the valve stem; this will allow for the safe removal of the stem connector.
D Use lock‐out procedures to be sure that the above measures stay in effect while you work on the equipment.
D The instrument is capable of supplying full supply pressure to connected equipment. To avoid personal injury and
equipment damage, caused by sudden release of process pressure or bursting of parts, make sure the supply pressure
never exceeds the maximum safe working pressure of any connected equipment.
D Severe personal injury or property damage may occur from an uncontrolled process if the instrument air supply is not
clean, dry and oil‐free, or noncorrosive gas. While use and regular maintenance of a filter that removes particles larger
than 40 microns will suffice in most applications, check with an Emerson field office and Industry Instrument air quality
standards for use with corrosive gas or if you are unsure about the proper amount or method of air filtration or filter
maintenance.
D For corrosive media, make sure the tubing and instrument components that contact the corrosive media are of suitable
corrosion-resistant material. The use of unsuitable materials might result in personal injury or property damage due to
the uncontrolled release of the corrosive media.
D If natural gas or other flammable or hazardous gas is to be used as the supply pressure medium and preventive
measures are not taken, personal injury and property damage could result from fire or explosion of accumulated gas or
from contact with hazardous gas. Preventive measures may include, but are not limited to: Remote venting of the unit,
re‐evaluating the hazardous area classification, ensuring adequate ventilation, and the removal of any ignition sources.
D To avoid personal injury or property damage resulting from the sudden release of process pressure, use a high‐pressure
regulator system when operating the controller or transmitter from a high‐pressure source.
The instrument or instrument/actuator assembly does not form a gas‐tight seal, and when the assembly is in an
enclosed area, a remote vent line, adequate ventilation, and necessary safety measures should be used. Vent line piping
should comply with local and regional codes and should be as short as possible with adequate inside diameter and few
bends to reduce case pressure buildup. However, a remote vent pipe alone cannot be relied upon to remove all
hazardous gas, and leaks may still occur.
D Personal injury or property damage can result from the discharge of static electricity when flammable or hazardous
gases are present. Connect a 14 AWG (2.08 mm2) ground strap between the instrument and earth ground when
flammable or hazardous gases are present. Refer to national and local codes and standards for grounding
requirements.
D Personal injury or property damage caused by fire or explosion may occur if electrical connections are attempted in an
area that contains a potentially explosive atmosphere or has been classified as hazardous. Confirm that area
classification and atmosphere conditions permit the safe removal of covers before proceeding.
D Personal injury or property damage, caused by fire or explosion from the leakage of flammable or hazardous gas, can
result if a suitable conduit seal is not installed. For explosion‐proof applications, install the seal no more than 457 mm
(18 inches) from the instrument when required by the nameplate. For ATEX applications use the proper cable gland
certified to the required category. Equipment must be installed per local and national electric codes.
D Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional measures that must be taken to protect against process
media.

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D If installing into an existing application, also refer to the WARNING in the Maintenance section.

Special Instructions for Safe Use and Installations in Hazardous Locations

Certain nameplates may carry more than one approval, and each approval may have unique installation requirements
and/or conditions of safe use. Special instructions are listed by agency/approval. To get these instructions, contact
Emerson sales office. Read and understand these special conditions of use before installing.

WARNING
Failure to follow conditions of safe use could result in personal injury or property damage from fire or explosion, or area
re‐classification.

Operation
With instruments, switches, and other accessories that are controlling valves or other final control elements, it is
possible to lose control of the final control element when you adjust or calibrate the instrument. If it is necessary to
take the instrument out of service for calibration or other adjustments, observe the following warning before
proceeding.

WARNING
Avoid personal injury or equipment damage from uncontrolled process. Provide some temporary means of control for the
process before taking the instrument out of service.

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Maintenance
WARNING
Avoid personal injury or property damage from sudden release of process pressure or bursting of parts. Before performing
any maintenance operations on an actuator‐mounted instrument or accessory:
D Always wear protective gloves, clothing, and eyewear.
D Provide some temporary measure of control to the process before taking the instrument out of service.
D Provide a means of containing the process fluid before removing any measurement devices from the process.
D Disconnect any operating lines providing air pressure, electric power, or a control signal to the actuator. Be sure the
actuator cannot suddenly open or close the valve.
D Use bypass valves or completely shut off the process to isolate the valve from process pressure. Relieve process pressure
from both sides of the valve.
D Vent the pneumatic actuator loading pressure and relieve any actuator spring precompression so the actuator is not
applying force to the valve stem; this will allow for the safe removal of the stem connector.
D Use lock‐out procedures to be sure that the above measures stay in effect while you work on the equipment.
D Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional measures that must be taken to protect against process
media.
When using natural gas as the supply medium, or for explosion proof applications, the following warnings also apply:
D Remove electrical power before removing any housing cover or cap. Personal injury or property damage from fire or
explosion may result if power is not disconnected before removing the cover or cap.
D Remove electrical power before disconnecting any of the pneumatic connections.
D When disconnecting any of the pneumatic connections or any pressure retaining part, natural gas will seep from the
unit and any connected equipment into the surrounding atmosphere. Personal injury or property damage may result
from fire or explosion if natural gas is used as the supply medium and appropriate preventive measures are not taken.
Preventive measures may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: ensuring adequate ventilation
and the removal of any ignition sources.
D Ensure that all housing caps and covers are correctly installed before putting this unit back into service. Failure to do so
could result in personal injury or property damage from fire or explosion.

Instruments Mounted on Tank or Cage

WARNING
For instruments mounted on a tank or displacer cage, release trapped pressure from the tank and lower the liquid level to a
point below the connection. This precaution is necessary to avoid personal injury from contact with the process fluid.

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Instruments With a Hollow Displacer or Float

WARNING
For instruments with a hollow liquid level displacer, the displacer might retain process fluid or pressure. Personal injury
and property might result from sudden release of this pressure or fluid. Contact with hazardous fluid, fire, or explosion can
be caused by puncturing, heating, or repairing a displacer that is retaining process pressure or fluid. This danger may not
be readily apparent when disassembling the sensor or removing the displacer. A displacer that has been penetrated by
process pressure or fluid might contain:
D pressure as a result of being in a pressurized vessel
D liquid that becomes pressurized due to a change in temperature
D liquid that is flammable, hazardous or corrosive.
Handle the displacer with care. Consider the characteristics of the specific process liquid in use. Before removing the
displacer, observe the appropriate warnings provided in the sensor instruction manual.

Non‐Fisher (OEM) Instruments, Switches, and Accessories

Installation, Operation, and Maintenance
Refer to the original manufacturer's documentation for Installation, Operation and Maintenance safety information.

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Fisher™ FIELDVUE™ DLC3010 Digital Level

Controller
This quick start guide applies to:
Contents
Device Type DLC3010
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Device Revision 1
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Hardware Revision 1
Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Firmware Revision 8
Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
DD Revision 3
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Schematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

W7977-2

Note
This guide describes how to install, setup, and calibrate the DLC3010 using an Emerson Field Communicator. For all other
information on this product, including reference materials, manual setup information, maintenance procedures, and replacement
part details refer to the DLC3010 Instruction Manual (D102748X012). If a copy of this document is required, contact your Emerson
sales office or visit our website at Fisher .com.
For information on using the Field Communicator, see the Product Manual for the Field Communicator, available from Emerson
Performance Technologies.

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Installation
WARNING
To avoid personal injury, always wear protective gloves, clothing, and eyewear when performing any installation
operations.
Personal injury or property damage due to sudden release of pressure, contact with hazardous fluid, fire, or explosion can
be caused by puncturing, heating, or repairing a displacer that is retaining process pressure or fluid. This danger may not
be readily apparent when disassembling the sensor or removing the displacer. Before disassembling the sensor or
removing the displacer, observe the appropriate warnings provided in the sensor instruction manual.
Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional measures that must be taken to protect against process
media.

This section contains digital level controller installation information, including an installation flowchart (figure 1),
mounting and electrical installation information, and a discussion of failure mode jumpers.

Do not install, operate, or maintain a DLC3010 digital level controller without being fully trained and
qualified in valve, actuator, and accessory installation, operation, and maintenance. To avoid personal
injury or property damage, it is important to carefully read, understand, and follow all of the contents
of this manual, including all safety cautions and warnings. If you have any questions regarding these
instructions contact your Emerson sales office before proceeding.

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Figure 1. Installation Flowchart

START HERE

Check Alarm
Jumper Position

Factory mounted Yes Wire

on 249 sensor? Digital Level 1
Controller

No Power
Digital Level
Controller
High
Yes Install heat
temperature
application? insulator
assembly

No
Enter Tag, Messages,
Mount and Wire 1 Date, and check or set
Digital level target application data
Controller

Power
Digital level
Controller Yes Density
Measurement?

Set Level Offset

to Zero
No

Use Setup Wizard Using Set

Yes
to enter sensor Temperature Temperature
data and Correction? Units
calibration
condition
No Setup specific
gravity tables
Set
Specific Gravity

Calibrate
sensor Yes
Using RTD? Setup and
Calibrate RTD

No

Set Enter Process

Range Values Temperature

NOTE: 2
1 IF USING RTD FOR TEMPERATURE CORRECTION, Disable Writes
ALSO WIRE RTD TO DIGITAL LEVEL CONTROLLER
2 DISABLING WRITES IS EFFECTIVE ONLY IF THE DLC3010 REMAINS
POWERED‐UP

DONE

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Configuration: On the Bench or in the Loop

Configure the digital level controller before or after installation. It may be useful to configure the instrument on the
bench before installation to ensure proper operation, and to familiarize yourself with its functionality.

Protecting the Coupling and Flexures

CAUTION
Damage to flexures and other parts can cause measurement errors. Observe the following steps before moving the sensor
and controller.

Lever Lock
The lever lock is built in to the coupling access handle. When the handle is open, it positions the lever in the neutral
travel position for coupling. In some cases, this function is used to protect the lever assembly from violent motion
during shipment.
A DLC3010 controller will have one of the following mechanical configurations when received:
1. A fully assembled and coupled caged‐displacer system is shipped with the displacer or driver rod blocked within the
operating range by mechanical means. In this case, the access handle (figure 2) will be in the unlocked position.
Remove the displacer‐blocking hardware before calibration. (See the appropriate sensor instruction manual). The
coupling should be intact.

Figure 2. Sensor Connection Compartment (Adapter Ring Removed for Clarity)

MOUNTING
STUDS

ACCESS HOLE

SHAFT CLAMP

SET SCREW

PRESS HERE TO
MOVE ACCESS SLIDE ACCESS HANDLE
HANDLE TOWARD FRONT OF UNIT
TO EXPOSE ACCESS HOLE

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CAUTION

When shipping an instrument mounted on a sensor, if the lever assembly is coupled to the linkage, and the linkage is
constrained by the displacer blocks, use of the lever lock may result in damage to bellows joints or flexure.

2. If the displacer cannot be blocked because of cage configuration or other concerns, the transmitter is uncoupled
from the torque tube by loosening the coupling nut, and the access handle will be in the locked position. Before
placing such a configuration into service, perform the Coupling procedure.
3. For a cageless system where the displacer is not connected to the torque tube during shipping, the torque tube
itself stabilizes the coupled lever position by resting against a physical stop in the sensor. The access handle will be
in the unlocked position. Mount the sensor and hang the displacer. The coupling should be intact.
4. If the controller was shipped alone, the access handle will be in the locked position. All of the Mounting, Coupling
and Calibration procedures must be performed.
The access handle includes a retaining set screw, as shown in figures 2 and 6. The screw is driven in to contact the
spring plate in the handle assembly before shipping. It secures the handle in the desired position during shipping and
operation. To set the access handle in the open or closed position, this set screw must be backed out so that its top is
flush with the handle surface.

Hazardous Area Approvals and Special Instructions for “Safe Use” and
Installations in Hazardous Locations
Certain nameplates may carry more than one approval, and each approval may have unique installation/wiring
requirements and/or conditions of “safe use”. These special instructions for “safe use” are in addition to, and may
override, the standard installation procedures. Special instructions are listed by approval type.

Note
This information supplements the nameplate markings affixed to the product.
Always refer to the nameplate itself to identify the appropriate certification. Contact your Emerson sales office for
approval/certification information not listed here.

WARNING
Failure to follow these conditions of safe use could result in personal injury or property damage from fire or explosion, or
area re‐classification.

CSA
Special Conditions of Safe Use

Intrinsically Safe, Explosion‐proof, Division 2, Dust Ignition‐proof

Ambient temperature rating: -40_C ≤ Ta ≤ +80_C; -40_C ≤ Ta ≤ +78_C; -40_C ≤ Ta ≤ +70_C

Refer to table 1 for approval information.

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Table 1. Hazardous Area Classifications—CSA (Canada)

Certification Body Certification Obtained Entity Rating Temperature Code
Ex ia Intrinsically Safe
Vmax = 30 VDC
Class I, Division 1, 2 Groups A, B, C, D
Imax = 226 mA
Class II, Division 1, 2 Groups E, F, G T6 (Tamb ≤ 80°C)
Ci = 5.5 nF
Class III
Li = 0.4 mH
T6 per drawing 28B5744 (see figure 13)
CSA Explosion-proof T5 (Tamb ≤ 80°C)
---
Class I, Division 1 GP B,C,D T5/T6 T6 (Tamb ≤ 78°C)
T5 (Tamb ≤ 80°C)
Class I Division 2 GP A,B,C,D T5/T6 ---
T6 (Tamb ≤ 70°C)
Class II Division 1,2 GP E,F,G T5/T6 T5 (Tamb ≤ 80°C)
---
Class III T5/T6 T6 (Tamb ≤ 78°C)

FM
Special Conditions of Safe Use

Intrinsically Safe, Explosion‐proof, Non‐incendive, Dust Ignition‐proof

1. This apparatus enclosure contains aluminum and is considered to constitute a potential risk of ignition by impact or
friction. Care must be taken into account during installation and use to prevent impact or friction.
Refer to table 2 for approval information.

Table 2. Hazardous Area Classifications—FM (United States)

Certification Body Certification Obtained Entity Rating Temperature Code
Vmax = 30 VDC
IS Intrinsically Safe Imax = 226 mA
Class I,II,III Division 1 GP A,B,C,D, Ci = 5.5 nF T5 (Tamb ≤ 80°C)
E,F,G T5 per drawing 28B5745 (see figure 14) Li = 0.4 mH
Pi = 1.4 W
XP Explosion‐proof
FM Class I Division 1 GP B,C,D T5
NI Non‐incendive
Class I Division 2 GP A,B,C,D T5
--- T5 (Tamb ≤ 80°C)
DIP Dust Ignition‐proof
Class II Division 1 GP E,F,G T5
S Suitable for Use
Class II, III Division 2 GP F,G

ATEX
Special Conditions for Safe Use

Intrinsically Safe

The apparatus DLC3010 is an intrinsically safe apparatus; it can be mounted in a hazardous area.
The apparatus can only be connected to an intrinsically safe certified equipment and this combination must be
compatible as regards the intrinsically safe rules.
This product's electronics are isolated from enclosure/earth.
Operating ambient temperature: -40_C to + 80_C

Flameproof

Operating ambient temperature: -40_C to + 80_C

The apparatus must be fitted with a certified Ex d IIC cable entry.

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Type n
This equipment shall be used with a cable entry ensuring an IP66 minimum and being in compliance with the relevant
European standards.
Operating ambient temperature: -40_C to + 80_C

Refer to table 3 for additional approval information.

Table 3. Hazardous Area Classifications—ATEX
Certificate Certification Obtained Entity Rating Temperature Code
Intrinsically Safe
Ui = 30 VDC
II 1 G D
Ii = 226 mA
Gas
Pi = 1.2 W T5 (Tamb ≤ 80°C)
Ex ia IIC T5 Ga
Ci = 5.5 nF
Dust
Li = 0.4 mH
Ex ia IIIC T83°C Da IP66
Flameproof
II 2 G D
Gas
ATEX --- T5 (Tamb ≤ 80°C)
Ex d IIC T5 Gb
Dust
Ex tb IIIC T83°C Db IP66
Type n
II 3 G D
Gas
--- T5 (Tamb ≤ 80°C)
Ex nA IIC T5 Gc
Dust
Ex t IIIC T83°C Dc IP66

IECEx
Intrinsically Safe
The apparatus can only be connected to an intrinsically safe certified equipment and this combination must be
compatible as regards the intrinsically safe rules.
This product's electronics are isolated from enclosure/earth.
Operating ambient temperature: -40_C to + 80_C
Flameproof, Type n
No special conditions for safe use.

Refer to table 4 for approval information.

Table 4. Hazardous Area Classifications—IECEx
Certificate Certification Obtained Entity Rating Temperature Code
Intrinsically Safe Ui = 30 VDC
Gas Ii = 226 mA
Ex ia IIC T5 Ga Pi = 1.2 W T5 (Tamb ≤ 80°C)
Dust Ci = 5.5 nF
Ex ia IIIC T83°C Da IP66 Li = 0.4 mH
Flameproof
Gas
IECEx Ex d IIC T5 Gb --- T5 (Tamb ≤ 80°C)
Dust
Ex t IIIC T83°C Db IP66
Type n
Gas
Ex nA IIC T5 Gc --- T5 (Tamb ≤ 80°C)
Dust
Ex t IIIC T83°C Dc IP66

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Mounting

Mounting the 249 Sensor

The 249 sensor is mounted using one of two methods, depending on the specific type of sensor. If the sensor has a
caged displacer, it typically mounts on the side of the vessel as shown in figure 3. If the sensor has a cageless displacer,
the sensor mounts on the side or top of the vessel as shown in figure 4.

Figure 3. Typical Caged Sensor Mounting Figure 4. Typical Cageless Sensor Mounting

LIQUID LEVEL

The DLC3010 digital level controller is typically shipped attached to the sensor. If ordered separately, it may be
convenient to mount the digital level controller to the sensor and perform the initial setup and calibration before
installing the sensor on the vessel.

Note
Caged sensors have a rod and block installed on each end of the displacer to protect the displacer in shipping. Remove these parts
before installing the sensor to allow the displacer to function properly.

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DLC3010 Orientation
Mount the digital level controller with the torque tube shaft clamp access hole (see figure 2) pointing downward to
allow accumulated moisture drainage.

Note
If alternate drainage is provided by the user, and a small performance loss is acceptable, the instrument can be mounted in 90
degree rotational increments around the pilot shaft axis. The LCD meter may be rotated in 90 degree increments to accommodate
this.

The digital level controller and torque tube arm are attached to the sensor either to the left or right of the displacer, as
shown in figure 5. This can be changed in the field on a 249 sensor (refer to the appropriate sensor instruction
manual). Changing the mounting also changes the effective action, because the torque tube rotation for increasing
level, (looking at the protruding shaft), is clockwise when the unit is mounted to the right of the displacer and counter‐
clockwise when the unit is mounted to the left of the displacer.

All caged 249 sensors have a rotatable head. That is, the digital level controller can be positioned at any of eight
alternate positions around the cage as indicated by the position numbers 1 through 8 in figure 5. To rotate the head,
remove the head flange bolts and nuts and position the head as desired.

Mounting the Digital Level Controller on a 249 Sensor

Refer to figure 2 unless otherwise indicated.
1. If the set‐screw in the access handle is driven against the spring plate, use a 2 mm hex key to back it out until the
head is flush with the outer surface of the handle (see figure 6) . Slide the access handle to the locked position to
expose the access hole. Press on the back of the handle as shown in figure 2 then slide the handle toward the front
of the unit. Be sure the locking handle drops into the detent.
2. Using a 10 mm deep well socket inserted through the access hole, loosen the shaft clamp (figure 2). This clamp will
be re‐tightened in the Coupling portion of the Initial Setup section.
3. Remove the hex nuts from the mounting studs. Do not remove the adapter ring.

CAUTION

Measurement errors can occur if the torque tube assembly is bent or misaligned during installation.

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Figure 5. Typical Mounting Positions for FIELDVUE DLC3010 Digital Level Controller on Fisher 249 Sensor

SENSOR LEFT-OF-DISPLACER RIGHT-OF-DISPLACER

7 3
4
1 5 6 8 5 1 2

1 1

8 6
CAGED 4 2 7
3

CAGELESS

1 Not available for 249C and 249K.

Figure 6. Close‐up of Set‐Screw

SET‐SCREW

4. Position the digital level controller so the access hole is on the bottom of the instrument.
5. Carefully slide the mounting studs into the sensor mounting holes until the digital level controller is snug against
the sensor.
6. Reinstall the hex nuts on the mounting studs and tighten the hex nuts to 10 NSm (88.5 lbfSin).

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Mounting the Digital Level Controller for Extreme Temperature

Applications
Refer to figure 7 for parts identification except where otherwise indicated.
The digital level controller requires an insulator assembly when temperatures exceed the limits shown in figure 8.
A torque tube shaft extension is required for a 249 sensor when using an insulator assembly.

Figure 7. Digital Level Controller Mounting on Sensor in High Temperature Applications

INSULATOR
(KEY 57)

SHAFT
SET SCREWS EXTENSION
(KEY 60) (KEY 58)

WASHER
SHAFT (KEY 78)
COUPLING HEX NUTS
(KEY 59) (KEY 34)

CAP SCREWS
(KEY 63)
MOUNTING STUDS
MN28800
20A7423‐C (KEY 33)
B2707 SENSOR DIGITAL LEVEL CONTROLLER

Figure 8. Guidelines for Use of Optional Heat Insulator Assembly

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE (_C)

PROCESS TEMPERATURE (_C)
PROCESS TEMPERATURE (_F)

-40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80

800 425
400
HEAT INSULATOR TOO
HOT 300
REQUIRED 200
400
100

NO HEAT INSULATOR NECESSARY 0

0
1 -100
TOO HEAT INSULATOR
COLD REQUIRED -200
-325
-40 -20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 176
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE (_F)
STANDARD TRANSMITTER
NOTES:
1 FOR PROCESS TEMPERATURES BELOW -29_C (-20_F) AND ABOVE 204_C (400_F) SENSOR MATERIALS MUST BE APPROPRIATE FOR
THE PROCESS — SEE TABLE 9.
2. IF AMBIENT DEW POINT IS ABOVE PROCESS TEMPERATURE, ICE FORMATION MIGHT CAUSE INSTRUMENT MALFUNCTION AND REDUCE
INSULATOR EFFECTIVENESS.
39A4070‐B
A5494‐1

CAUTION
Measurement errors can occur if the torque tube assembly is bent or misaligned during installation.

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1. For mounting a digital level controller on a 249 sensor, secure the shaft extension to the sensor torque tube shaft
via the shaft coupling and set screws, with the coupling centered as shown in figure 7.
2. Slide the access handle to the locked position to expose the access hole. Press on the back of the handle as shown in
figure 2 then slide the handle toward the front of the unit. Be sure the locking handle drops into the detent.
3. Remove the hex nuts from the mounting studs.
4. Position the insulator on the digital level controller, sliding the insulator straight over the mounting studs.
5. Re‐install the four hex nuts on the mounting studs and tighten the nuts.
6. Carefully slide the digital level controller with the attached insulator over the shaft coupling so that the access hole
is on the bottom of the digital level controller.
7. Secure the digital level controller and insulator to the torque tube arm with four cap screws.
8. Tighten the cap screws to 10 NSm (88.5 lbfSin).

Coupling
If the digital level controller is not already coupled to the sensor, perform the following procedure to couple the digital
level controller to the sensor.
1. Slide the access handle to the locked position to expose the access hole. Press on the back of the handle, as shown
in figure 2, then slide the handle toward the front of the unit. Be sure the locking handle drops into the detent.
2. Set the displacer to the lowest possible process condition, (i.e. lowest water level or minimum specific gravity) or
replace the displacer by the heaviest calibration weight.

Note
Interface or density applications with displacer/torque tube sized for a small total change in specific gravity are designed to be
operated with the displacer always submerged. In these applications, the torque rod is sometimes resting on a stop while the
displacer is dry. The torque tube does not begin to move until a considerable amount of liquid has covered the displacer. In this
case, couple with the displacer submerged in the fluid with the lowest density and the highest process temperature condition, or
with an equivalent condition simulated by the calculated weights.
If the sizing of the sensor results in a proportional band greater than 100% (total expected rotational span greater than 4.4
degrees), couple the transmitter to the pilot shaft while at the 50% process condition to make maximum use of available
transmitter travel (±6_). The Capture Zero procedure is still performed at the zero buoyancy (or zero differential buoyancy)
condition.

3. Insert a 10 mm deep well socket through the access hole and onto the torque tube shaft clamp nut. Tighten the
clamp nut to a maximum torque of 2.1 NSm (18 lbfSin).
4. Slide the access handle to the unlocked position. (Press on the back of the handle as shown in figure 2 then slide the
handle toward the rear of the unit.) Be sure the locking handle drops into the detent.

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Electrical Connections
WARNING
Select wiring and/or cable glands that are rated for the environment of use (such as hazardous area, ingress protection and
temperature). Failure to use properly rated wiring and/or cable glands can result in personal injury or property damage
from fire or explosion.
Wiring connections must be in accordance with local, regional, and national codes for any given hazardous area approval.
Failure to follow the local, regional, and national codes could result in personal injury or property damage from fire or
explosion.

Proper electrical installation is necessary to prevent errors due to electrical noise. A resistance between 230 and 600
ohms must be present in the loop for communication with a Field Communicator. Refer to figure 9 for current loop
connections.

Figure 9. Connecting a Field Communicator to the Digital Level Controller Loop

230   RL  600  1
− +

+
Reference meter
+ for calibration POWER
or monitoring SUPPLY
operation. May
be a voltmeter −
− across 250 ohm
resistor or a
current meter. + −

A Field communicator may be Signal loop may be grounded at

connected at any termination any point or left ungrounded.
point in the signal loop other
than across the power supply.
Signal loop must have between
230 and 600 ohms load for
communication.

NOTE:
1 THIS REPRESENTS THE TOTAL SERIES LOOP RESISTANCE.
E0363

Power Supply
To communicate with the digital level controller, you need a 17.75 volt DC minimum power supply. The power
supplied to the transmitter terminals is determined by the available supply voltage minus the product of the total loop
resistance and the loop current. The available supply voltage should not drop below the lift‐off voltage. (The lift‐off
voltage is the minimum “available supply voltage” required for a given total loop resistance). Refer to figure 10 to

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determine the required lift‐off voltage. If you know your total loop resistance you can determine the lift‐off voltage. If
you know the available supply voltage, you can determine the maximum allowable loop resistance.

If the power supply voltage drops below the lift‐off voltage while the transmitter is being configured, the transmitter
may output incorrect information.

The DC power supply should provide power with less than 2% ripple. The total resistance load is the sum of the
resistance of the signal leads and the load resistance of any controller, indicator, or related pieces of equipment in the
loop. Note that the resistance of intrinsic safety barriers, if used, must be included.

Figure 10. Power Supply Requirements and Load Resistance

Maximum Load = 43.5 X (Available Supply Voltage - 12.0)

783
Load (Ohms)

Operating
Region
250

10 12 15 20 25 30

E0284
LIFT‐OFF SUPPLY VOLTAGE (VDC)

Field Wiring
WARNING
To avoid personal injury or property damage caused by fire or explosion, remove power to the instrument before removing
the digital level controller cover in an area which contains a potentially explosive atmosphere or has been classified as
hazardous.

Note
For intrinsically safe applications, refer to the instructions supplied by the barrier manufacturer.

All power to the digital level controller is supplied over the signal wiring. Signal wiring need not be shielded, but use
twisted pairs for best results. Do not run unshielded signal wiring in conduit or open trays with power wiring, or near
heavy electrical equipment. If the digital controller is in an explosive atmosphere, do not remove the digital level
controller covers when the circuit is alive, unless in an intrinsically safe installation. Avoid contact with leads and
terminals. To power the digital level controller, connect the positive power lead to the + terminal and the negative
power lead to the - terminal as shown in figure 11.

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Figure 11. Digital Level Controller Terminal Box

TEST CONNECTIONS 4‐20 mA LOOP

CONNECTIONS 1/2 NPT
CONDUIT
CONNECTION

RTD
CONNECTIONS

INTERNAL EXTERNAL
GROUND GROUND
CONNECTION CONNECTION
1/2 NPT
CONDUIT FRONT VIEW
CONNECTION REAR VIEW
W8041

CAUTION
Do not apply loop power across the T and + terminals. This can destroy the 1 Ohm sense resistor in the terminal box. Do not
apply loop power across the Rs and - terminals. This can destroy the 50 Ohm sense resistor in the electronics module.

When wiring to screw terminals, the use of crimped lugs is recommended. Tighten the terminal screws to ensure that
good contact is made. No additional power wiring is required. All digital level controller covers must be fully engaged
to meet explosion proof requirements. For ATEX approved units, the terminal box cover set screw must engage one of
the recesses in the terminal box beneath the terminal box cover.

Grounding
WARNING
Personal injury or property damage can result from fire or explosion caused by the discharge of static electricity when
flammable or hazardous gases are present. Connect a 14 AWG (2.1 mm2) ground strap between the digital level controller
and earth ground when flammable or hazardous gases are present. Refer to national and local codes and standards for
grounding requirements.

The digital level controller will operate with the current signal loop either floating or grounded. However, the extra
noise in floating systems affects many types of readout devices. If the signal appears noisy or erratic, grounding the
current signal loop at a single point may solve the problem. The best place to ground the loop is at the negative
terminal of the power supply. As an alternative, ground either side of the readout device. Do not ground the current
signal loop at more than one point.

Shielded Wire
Recommended grounding techniques for shielded wire usually call for a single grounding point for the shield. You can
either connect the shield at the power supply or to the grounding terminals, either internal or external, at the
instrument terminal box shown in figure 11.

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Power/Current Loop Connections

Use ordinary copper wire of sufficient size to ensure that the voltage across the digital level controller terminals does
not go below 12.0 volts DC. Connect the current signal leads as shown in figure 9. After making connections, recheck
the polarity and correctness of connections, then turn the power on.

RTD Connections
An RTD that senses process temperatures may be connected to the digital level controller. This permits the instrument
to automatically make specific gravity corrections for temperature changes. For best results, locate the RTD as close to
the displacer as practical. For optimum EMC performance, use shielded wire no longer than 3 meters (9.8 feet) to
connect the RTD. Connect only one end of the shield. Connect the shield to either the internal ground connection in
the instrument terminal box or to the RTD thermowell. Wire the RTD to the digital level controller as follows (refer to
figure 11):

Two‐Wire RTD Connections

1. Connect a jumper wire between the RS and R1 terminals in the terminal box.
2. Connect the RTD to the R1 and R2 terminals.

Note
During Manual Setup, you must specify the connecting wire resistance for a 2‐wire RTD. 250 feet of 16 AWG wire has a resistance
of 1 ohm.

Three‐Wire RTD Connections

1. Connect the 2 wires which are connected to the same end of the RTD to the RS and R1 terminals in the terminal
box. Usually these wires are the same color.
2. Connect the third wire to terminal R2. (The resistance measured between this wire and either wire connected to
terminal RS or R1 should read an equivalent resistance for the existing ambient temperature. Refer to the RTD
manufacturer's temperature to resistance conversion table.) Usually this wire is a different color from the wires
connected to the RS and R1 terminals.

Communication Connections
WARNING
Personal injury or property damage caused by fire or explosion may occur if this connection is attempted in an area which
contains a potentially explosive atmosphere or has been classified as hazardous. Confirm that area classification and
atmosphere conditions permit the safe removal of the terminal box cap before proceeding.

The Field Communicator interfaces with the DLC3010 digital level controller from any wiring termination point in the
4–20 mA loop (except across the power supply). If you choose to connect the HART® communicating device directly
to the instrument, attach the device to the loop + and - terminals inside the terminal box to provide local
communications with the instrument.

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Alarm Jumper
Each digital level controller continuously monitors its own performance during normal operation. This automatic
diagnostic routine is a timed series of checks repeated continuously. If diagnostics detect a failure in the electronics,
the instrument drives its output to either below 3.70 mA or above 22.5 mA, depending on the position (HI/LO) of the
alarm jumper.

An alarm condition occurs when the digital level controller self‐diagnostics detect an error that would render the
process variable measurement inaccurate, incorrect, or undefined, or a user defined threshold is violated. At this point
the analog output of the unit is driven to a defined level either above or below the nominal 4-20 mA range, based on
the position of the alarm jumper.

On encapsulated electronics 14B5483X042 and earlier, if the jumper is missing, the alarm is indeterminate, but usually
behaves as a FAIL LOW selection. On encapsulated electronics 14B5484X052 and later, the behavior will default to
FAIL HIGH when the jumper is missing.

Alarm Jumper Locations

Without a meter installed:

The alarm jumper is located on the front side of the electronics module on the electronics side of the digital level
controller housing, and is labeled FAIL MODE.

With a meter installed:

The alarm jumper is located on the LCD faceplate on the electronics module side of the digital level controller housing,
and is labeled FAIL MODE.

Changing Jumper Position

WARNING
Personal injury or property damage caused by fire or explosion may occur if the following procedure is attempted in an
area which contains a potentially explosive atmosphere or has been classified as hazardous. Confirm that area classification
and atmosphere conditions permit the safe removal of the instrument cover before proceeding.

Use the following procedure to change the position of the alarm jumper:
1. If the digital level controller is installed, set the loop to manual.
2. Remove the housing cover on the electronics side. Do not remove the cover in explosive atmospheres when the
circuit is alive.
3. Set the jumper to the desired position.
4. Replace the cover. All covers must be fully engaged to meet explosion proof requirements. For ATEX approved
units, the set screw on the transducer housing must engage one of the recesses in the cover.

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Accessing Configuration and Calibration Procedures

Procedures that require the use of the Field Communicator have the text path and the sequence of numeric keys
required to display the desired Field Communicator menu.

For example, to access the Full Calibration menu:

Field Communicator Configure > Calibration > Primary > Full Calibration (2-5-1-1)

Note
Fast-key sequences are only applicable to the 475 Field Communicator. They do not apply to the Trex Device Communicator.

Configuration and Calibration

Initial Setup
If a DLC3010 digital level controller ships from the factory mounted on a 249 sensor, initial setup and calibration is not
necessary. The factory enters the sensor data, couples the instrument to the sensor, and calibrates the instrument and
sensor combination.

Note
If you received the digital level controller mounted on the sensor with the displacer blocked, or if the displacer is not connected,
the instrument will be coupled to the sensor and the lever assembly unlocked. To place the unit in service, if the displacer is
blocked, remove the rod and block at each end of the displacer and check the instrument calibration. (If the “factory cal” option
was ordered, the instrument will be precompensated to the process conditions provided on the requisition, and may not appear to
be calibrated if checked against room temperature 0 and 100% water level inputs).
If the displacer is not connected, hang the displacer on the torque tube.
If you received the digital level controller mounted on the sensor and the displacer is not blocked (such as in skid mounted
systems), the instrument will not be coupled to the sensor, and the lever assembly will be locked. Before placing the unit in service,
couple the instrument to the sensor, then unlock the lever assembly.
When the sensor is properly connected and coupled to the digital level controller, establish the zero process condition and run the
appropriate zero calibration procedure under Partial Calibration. The Torque Rate should not need to be re-calibrated.

To review the configuration data entered by the factory, connect the instrument to a 24 VDC power supply as shown in
figure 9. Connect the Field Communicator to the instrument and turn it on. Go to Configure and review the data under
Manual Setup, Alert Setup, and Communications. If your application data has changed since the instrument was
factory‐configured, refer to the Manual Setup section for instructions on modifying configuration data.

For instruments not mounted on a level sensor or when replacing an instrument, initial setup consists of entering
sensor information. The next step is coupling the sensor to the digital level controller. When the digital level controller
and sensor are coupled, the combination may be calibrated.

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Sensor information includes displacer and torque tube information, such as:
D Length units (meters, inches, or centimeters)
D Volume units (cubic inches, cubic millimeters, or milliliters)
D Weight units (kilograms, pounds, or ounce)
D Displacer Length
D Displacer Volume
D Displacer Weight
D Displacer Driver Rod Length (moment arm) (see table 5)
D Torque Tube Material

Note
A sensor with an N05500 torque tube may have NiCu on the nameplate as the torque tube material.

D Instrument mounting (right or left of displacer)

D Measurement Application (level, interface, or density)

Configuration Advice
Guided Setup directs you through initialization of configuration data needed for proper operation. When the
instrument comes out of the box, the default dimensions are set for the most common Fisher 249 construction, so if
any data is unknown, it is generally safe to accept the defaults. The mounting sense 'instrument left or right of
displacer' - is important for correct interpretation of positive motion. The torque tube rotation is clockwise with rising
level when the instrument is mounted to the right of the displacer, and counterclockwise when mounted to the left of
the displacer. Use Manual Setup to locate and modify individual parameters when they need to be changed.

Preliminary Considerations

Write Lock
Field Communicator Overview > Device Information > Alarm Type and Security > Security > Write Lock (1-7-3-2-1)

To setup and calibrate the instrument, write lock must be set to Writes Enabled. Write Lock is reset by a power cycle. If
you have just powered up the instrument Writes will be enabled by default.

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Guided Setup
Field Communicator Configure > Guided Setup > Instrument Setup (2-1-1)

Note
Place the loop into manual operation before making any changes in setup or calibration.

Instrument Setup is available to aid initial setup. Follow the prompts on the Field Communicator display to enter
information for the displacer, torque tube, and digital measurement units. Most of the information is available from
the sensor nameplate. The moment arm is the effective length of the displacer (driver) rod length, and depends upon
the sensor type. For a 249 sensor, refer to table 5 to determine displacer rod length. For a special sensor, refer to figure
12.

Table 5. Moment Arm (Driver Rod) Length(1)

MOMENT ARM
SENSOR TYPE(2)
mm Inch
249 203 8.01
249B 203 8.01
249BF 203 8.01
249BP 203 8.01
249C 169 6.64
249CP 169 6.64
249K 267 10.5
249L 229 9.01
249N 267 10.5
249P
203 8.01
(CL125-CL600)
249P
229 9.01
(CL900-CL2500)
249VS (Special)(1) See serial card See serial card
249VS (Std) 343 13.5
249W 203 8.01
1. Moment arm (driver rod) length is the perpendicular distance between the vertical centerline of the displacer and the horizontal centerline of the torque tube. See
figure 12. If you cannot determine the driver rod length, contact your Emerson sales office and provide the serial number of the sensor.
2. This table applies to sensors with vertical displacers only. For sensor types not listed, or sensors with horizontal displacers, contact your Emerson sales office for
the driver rod length. For other manufacturers' sensors, see the installation instructions for that mounting.

1. Enter displacer length, weight, and volume units and values, and driver rod (moment arm) length (in the same units
chosen for displacer length) when prompted.
2. Choose Instrument Mounting (left or right of displacer, refer to figure 5).
3. Choose Torque Tube Material.

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Figure 12. Method of Determining Moment Arm from External Measurements

VESSEL

VERTICAL CL
OF DISPLACER MOMENT
ARM LENGTH

HORIZONTAL CL
OF TORQUE TUBE

4. Select the measurement application (level, interface, or density).

Note
For interface applications, if the 249 is not installed on a vessel, or if the cage can be isolated, calibrate the instrument with
weights, water, or other standard test fluid, in level mode. After calibrating in level mode, the instrument can be switched to
interface mode. Then, enter the actual process fluid specific gravity(s) and range values.
If the 249 sensor is installed and must be calibrated in the actual process fluid(s) at operating conditions, enter the final
measurement mode and actual process fluid data now.

a. If you choose “Level” or “Interface,” the default process variable units are set to the same units chosen for
displacer length. You are prompted to key in the level offset. Range values will be initialized based on Level Offset
and displacer size. The default upper range value is set to equal the displacer length and the default lower range
value is set to zero when the level offset is 0.

b. If you choose “Density,” the default process variable units are set to “SGU” (Specific Gravity Units). The default
upper range value is set to “1.0” and the default lower range value is set to “0.1”.
5. Select the desired output action: Direct or Reverse.
Choosing “reverse acting” will swap the default values of the upper and lower range values (the process variable values
at 20 mA and 4 mA). In a reverse acting instrument, the loop current will decrease as the fluid level increases.
6. You are given the opportunity to modify the default value for the process variable engineering units.
7. You are then given the opportunity to edit the default values that were entered for the upper range value (PV Value
at 20 mA) and lower range value (PV Value at 4 mA).

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8. The default values of the alarm variables will be set as follows:

Direct‐Acting Instrument Reverse‐Acting Instrument

(Span = Upper Range Value - Lower Range Value (Span = Lower Range Value - Upper Range Value
Alarm Variable Default Alarm Value Alarm Variable Default Alarm Value
Hi‐Hi Alarm Upper Range Value Hi‐Hi Alarm Lower Range Value
Hi Alarm 95% span + Lower Range Value Hi Alarm 95% span + Upper Range Value
Lo Alarm 5% span + Lower Range Value Lo Alarm 5% span + Upper Range Value
Lo‐Lo Alarm Lower Range Value Lo‐Lo Alarm Upper Range Value

PV alert thresholds are initialized at 100%, 95%, 5% and 0% span.

PV alert deadband is initialized to 0.5% span.

PV alerts are all disabled. Temperature alerts are enabled.

D If Density mode was chosen, setup is complete.
D If Interface or Density mode was chosen, you are prompted to enter the specific gravity of the process fluid (if
interface mode, the specific gravities of the upper and lower process fluids).

Note
If you are using water or weights for calibration, enter a specific gravity of 1.0 SGU. For other test fluids, enter the specific gravity
of the fluid used.

For temperature compensation, go to Manual Setup. Under Process Fluid select View Fluid Tables. Temperature
compensation is enabled by entering values into the fluid tables.

Two data specific gravity tables are available that may be entered in the instrument to provide specific gravity
correction for temperature (refer to the Manual Setup section of the instruction manual). For interface level
applications, both tables are used. For level measurement applications, only the lower specific gravity table is used.
Neither table is used for density applications. Both tables may be edited during manual setup.

Note
The existing tables may need to be edited to reflect the characteristics of the actual process fluid.

You can accept the current table(s), modify an individual entry, or enter a new table manually. For an interface
application, you can switch between the upper and lower fluid tables.

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Calibration
Guided Calibration

Field Communicator Configure > Calibration > Primary > Guided Calibration (2-5-1-1)

Guided Calibration recommends an appropriate calibration procedures for use in the field or on the bench based on
your input. Answer questions about your process scenario to reach the calibration recommendation. When feasible,
the appropriate calibration method will be initiated from within the procedure.

Detailed Calibration Examples

PV Sensor Calibration
If the advanced capabilities of the transmitter are to be used, it is necessary to calibrate the PV sensor.

Calibration—with Standard Displacer and Torque Tube

Run the initial calibration near ambient temperature at design span to take full advantage of the available resolution.
This is accomplished by using a test fluid with a specific gravity (SG) close to 1. The value of SG in the instrument
memory during the calibration process should match the SG of the test fluid being used in the calibration. After the
initial calibration, the instrument may be set up for a target fluid with a given specific gravity, or an interface
application, by simple configuration data changes.
1. Run through Guided Setup and verify that all sensor data is correct.
Procedure:
Change the PV mode to Level
If your input observations are going to be made with respect to location of the bottom of the displacer at the
lowest process condition, set the Level Offset value to 0.00
Set the Specific Gravity value to the SG of the test fluid being used.
Establish the test fluid level at the desired process zero point. Make sure that the DLC3010 lever assembly has been
properly coupled to the torque tube (see coupling procedure on page 12). To unlock the lever assembly and allow it to
freely follow the input, close the coupling access door on the instrument. It is often possible to watch the instrument
display and/or the analog output to detect when the fluid hits the displacer, because the output will not start moving
upward until that point is reached.

Select the Min/Max calibration from the Full Calibration menu, and confirm that you are at the 'Min' condition at the
prompt. After the 'Min' point has been accepted, you will be prompted to establish the 'Max' condition. (The 'displacer
completely covered' condition should be slightly higher than the 100% level mark to work correctly. For example, 15
inches above the zero mark would generally be enough for a 14 inch displacer on a 249B, because the amount of
displacer rise expected for that configuration is about 0.6 inch.)

Accept this as the 'Max' condition. Adjust the test fluid level and check the instrument display and current output
against external level at several points distributed across the span to verify the level calibration.

a. To correct bias errors, 'Trim Zero' at a precisely known process condition.

b. To correct gain errors, 'Trim Gain' at a precisely­known high level condition.

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Note
If you are able to precisely observe individual input states, the Two-Point calibration may be used instead of Min/Max.
If you are unable to complete the Min/Max or Two Point Calibration, set the lowest process condition and Capture Zero. Run Trim
Gain at a process level of minimum 5% above the Lower Range Value.

If the measured output doesn't come off the low saturation value until the level is considerably above the bottom of
the displacer, it is possible that the displacer is overweight. An overweight displacer will rest on the lower travel stop
until sufficient buoyancy has developed to allow the linkage to move. In that case, use the calibration procedure for
overweight displacers below.

After the initial calibration:

For a level application— Go to the Sensor Compensation menu and use 'Enter constant SG' to configure the instrument
for the target process fluid density.

For an interface application— Change the PV mode to Interface, verify or adjust the range values presented by the
Change PV mode procedure, and then use 'Enter constant SG' to configure the instrument for the SGs of each of the
target process fluids.

For a density application— Change the PV mode to Density, and establish the desired range values in the 'Change PV
mode' procedure.

If the target application temperature is considerably elevated or depressed from ambient, refer to the DLC3010
Instruction Manual (D102748X012) for information on temperature compensation.

Note
Information on computing precise simulation of this effect is available in the Simulation of Process Conditions for Calibration of
Fisher Level Controllers and Transmitters instruction manual supplement (D103066X012), available from your Emerson sales
office or at Fisher.com.

Calibration with an Overweight Displacer

When the sensor hardware is sized for greater mechanical gain (as it is in some interface or density measurement
applications), the dry displacer weight is often greater than the maximum permissible load on the torque tube. In this
situation it is impossible to 'capture' the zero buoyancy rotation of the torque tube, because the linkage is lying on a
travel stop at that condition.

The 'Capture Zero' routine in the Partial Calibration menu group will therefore not function correctly in the target PV
modes of interface or density when the displacer is overweight.

The Full Calibration routines: Min/Max, Two­Point, and Weight, will all work correctly at the actual process conditions
when in interface or density mode, because they back­compute the theoretical zero­buoyancy angle instead of
capturing it.

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If it is necessary to use the Partial Calibration methods when the displacer is overweight, the following transformation
may be used:

An interface or density application can be mathematically represented as a level application with a single fluid whose
density is equal to the difference between the actual SGs of the fluid covering the displacer at the two process
extremes.

The calibration process flows as follows:

D Change the PV mode to Level.

D Set the Level Offset to zero.

D Set the Range Values to:

LRV = 0.0,
URV = displacer length.

D Capture Zero at the lowest process condition (that is, with the displacer completely submerged in the fluid of
the lowest density ­ NOT dry).

D Set Specific Gravity to the difference between the SGs of the two fluids (for example, if SG_upper = 0.87 and
SG_lower = 1.0, enter a specific gravity value of 0.13).

D Set up a second process condition more than 5% of span above the minimum process condition, and use the Trim
Gain procedure at that condition. The gain will now be initialized correctly. (The instrument would work fine in
this configuration for an interface application. However, if you have a density application, it won't be possible to
report the PV correctly in engineering units if the instrument calibration is concluded at this point.)

Since you now have a valid gain:

D Change the PV mode to Interface or Density,

D reconfigure the fluid SGs or range values to the actual fluid values or extremes, and

D use the Trim Zero procedure in the Partial Calibration menu to back­compute the theoretical zero­buoyancy
angle.

The last step above will align the value of the PV in engineering units to the independent observation.

Note
Information on simulating process conditions is available in the Simulation of Process Conditions for Calibration of Fisher Level
Controllers and Transmitters instruction manual supplement (D103066X012), available from your Emerson sales office or at
Fisher.com

Following are some guidelines on the use of the various sensor calibration methods when the application uses an
overweight displacer:

Weight‐based: Use two accurately known weights between minimum and maximum buoyancy conditions. The full
displacer weight is invalid because it will put the linkage on a stop.

Min/Max: Min now means submerged in the lightest fluid and Max means submerged in the heaviest fluid.

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Two point: Use any two interface levels that actually fall on the displacer. Accuracy is better if the levels are farther
apart. The result should be close if you can move the level even 10%.

Theoretical: If the level cannot be changed at all, you can enter a theoretical value for torque tube rate manually then
Trim Zero to adjust the output to the current independent observation of the process condition. Gain and bias errors
will exist with this approach, but it can provide nominal control capability. Keep records of subsequent observations of
actual process versus instrument output and different conditions and use the ratios between the process and
instrument changes to scale the torque rate value. Repeat Zero Trim after each gain change.

Density Applications - with Standard Displacer and Torque Tube

Note
When you change 'PV is' from level or interface to density, the range values will be initialized to 0.1 and 1.0 SGU. You may edit the
range values and density units after that initialization. The initialization is performed to clear out irrelevant numerical values from
length dimensions that cannot be reasonably converted to density dimensions.

Any of the full sensor calibration methods (Min/Max, Two Point, and Weight) can be used in density mode.

Min/Max: The Min/Max Calibration first asks for the SG of the minimum density test fluid (which could be zero if the
displacer is not overweight). Then, it has you set up a completely submerged displacer condition with that fluid. Next it
asks for the SG of your maximum density test fluid and directs you to completely submerge the displacer in that fluid.
If successful, the computed torque rate and zero reference angle are displayed for reference.

Two Point: The Two Point Calibration requires you to set up two different process conditions with as much difference
as possible. You could use two standard fluids with well‐known density and alternately submerge the displacer in one
or the other. If you are going to try to simulate a fluid by using a certain amount of water, remember that the amount
of displacer covered by the water is what counts, not the amount in the cage. The amount in the cage will always need
to be slightly more because of the displacer motion. If successful, the computed torque rate and zero reference angle
are displayed for reference.

Weight Based: The Weight Calibration asks you for the lowest and highest density you want to use for the calibration
points, and computes weight values for you. If you can't come up with the exact values asked for, you are allowed to
edit the values to tell it what weights you actually used. If successful, the computed torque rate and zero reference
angle are displayed for reference.

Sensor Calibration at Process Conditions (Hot Cut‐Over) when input cannot be varied
If the input to the sensor cannot be varied for calibration, you can configure the instrument gain using theoretical
information and use Trim Zero to trim the output to the current process condition. This allows you to make the
controller operational and to control a level around a setpoint. You can then use comparisons of input changes to
output changes over time to refine the gain estimate. A new trim zero will be required after each gain adjustment. This
approach is not recommended for a safety‐related application, where exact knowledge of the level is important to
prevent an overflow or dry sump condition. However, it should be more than adequate for the average level‐control
application that can tolerate large excursions from a midspan set point.

Two Point Calibration allows you to calibrate the torque tube using two input conditions that put the measured
interface anywhere on the displacer. The accuracy of the method increases as the two points are moved farther apart,
but if the level can be adjusted up or down a minimum 5% span, it is enough to make a calculation. Most level
processes can accept a small, manual adjustment of this nature. If your process cannot, then the theoretical approach
is the only method available.

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1. Determine all the information you can about the 249 hardware: 249 type, mounting sense (controller to the right or
left of displacer), torque tube material and wall thickness, displacer volume, weight, length, and driver rod length.
(the driver rod length is not the suspension rod length, but the horizontal distance between the centerline of the
displacer and the centerline of the torque tube). Also obtain process information: fluid densities, process
temperature, and pressure. (The pressure is used as a reminder to consider the density of an upper vapor phase,
which can become significant at higher pressures.)
2. Run Instrument Setup and enter the various data that is requested as accurately as possible. Set the Range Values
(LRV, URV) to the PV values where you will want to see 4 mA and 20 mA output, respectively. These might be 0 and
14 inches on a 14 inch displacer.
3. Mount and couple at the current process condition. Do not run the Capture Zero procedure, because it will not be
accurate.
4. With the torque tube type and material information, find a theoretical value for the composite or effective
torque-tube rate, (refer to the Simulation of Process Conditions for Calibration of Fisher Level Controllers and
Transmitters supplement for information on theoretic torque tube rates), and enter it in the instrument memory.
The value can be accessed by selecting:
Configure > Manual Setup > Sensor > Torque Tube > Change Torque Rate (2-2-1-3-2).
If you select the 'Need Assistance' option instead of the 'Edit value directly' approach, the procedure can look up
values for commonly available torque tubes.
5. If the process temperature departs significantly from room temperature, use a correction factor interpolated from
tables of theoretical normalized modulus of rigidity. Multiply the theoretical rate by the correction factor before
entering the data. You should now have the gain correct to within perhaps 10%, at least for the standard wall, short
length torque tubes. (For the longer torque tubes [249K, L, N] with thin‐wall and a heat insulator extension, the
theoretical values are much less accurate, as the mechanical path departs considerably from the linear theory.)

Note
Tables containing information on temperature effects on torque tubes can be found in the Simulation of Process Conditions for
Calibration of Fisher Level Controllers and Transmitters instruction manual supplement (D103066X012), available from your
Emerson sales office or Fisher.com. This document is also available in the device help files linked to some host applications with
graphical user interfaces.

6. Using a sight glass or sampling ports, obtain an estimate of the current process condition. Run the Trim Zero
calibration and report the value of the actual process in the PV engineering units.
7. You should now be able to go to automatic control. If observations over time show the instrument output exhibits,
for example,1.2 times as much excursion as the sight glass input, you could divide the stored torque tube rate by
1.2 and send the new value to the instrument. Then run another Trim Zero calibration and observe results for
another extended period to see if further iteration is required.

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Schematics
This section includes loop schematics required for wiring of intrinsically safe installations. If you have any questions,
contact your Emerson sales office.

Figure 13. CSA Loop Schematic

CSA ENTITY INSTALLATION DRAWING

HAZARDOUS LOCATION NON-HAZARDOUS LOCATION

CLASS I, GROUPS A,B,C,D
CLASS II, GROUPS E,F,G
CLASS III

FISHER DLC3010 CSA CERTIFIED BARRIER

Vmax = 30 VDC
Imax = 226 mA
Ci - 5.5 nF
Li = 0.4 mH

SEE NOTE 3
NOTES:
1. BARRIERS MUST BE CSA CERTIFIED WITH ENTITY PARAMETERS
 AND ARE TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
 MANUFACTURERS I.S. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
2. EQUIPMENT SHALL BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH
 THE CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE, PART 1.
3. IF HAND-HELD COMMUNICATOR OR MULTIPLEXER IS USED,
 IT MUST BE CSA CERTIFIED AND INSTALLED PER THE
 MANUFACTURE'S CONTROL DRAWING.
4. FOR ENTITY INSTALLATION: Vmax > Voc, Imax > Isc
 Ci + Ccable < Ca, Li + Lcable < La

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Figure 14. FM Loop Schematic

HAZARDOUS LOCATION NON-HAZARDOUS LOCATION

I.S. CLASS I,II,III DIV 1, GROUPS A,B,C,D,E,F,G
N.I. CLASS I, DIV 2, GROUPS A,B,C,D

FISHER DLC3010 FM APPROVED BARRIER

Vmax = 30 VDC
Imax = 226 mA
Ci - 5.5 nF
Li = 0.4 mH
Pi = 1.4 W

1. THE INSTALLATION MUST BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH

 THE NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE (NEC), NFPA 70, ARTICLE
 504 AND ANSI/ISA RP12.6. SEE NOTE 7
2. CLASS 1, DIV 2 APPLICATIONS MUST BE INSTALLED AS SPECIFIED
 IN NEC ARTICLE 501-4(B). EQUIPMENT AND FIELD WIRING IS
 NON-INCENDIVE WHEN CONNECTED TO APPROVED BARRIERS WITH
 ENTITY PARAMETERS.
3. LOOPS MUST BE CONNECTED ACCORDING TO THE BARRIER
 MANUFACTURERS INSTRUCTIONS.
4. MAXIMUM SAFE AREA VOLTAGE SHOULD NOT EXCEED 250 Vrms.
5. RESISTANCE BETWEEN BARRIER GROUND AND EARTH GROUND
 MUST BE LESS THAN ONE OHM.
6. NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS 30 VDC 20 mADC.
7. IF HAND-HELD COMMUNICATOR OR MULTIPLEXER IS USED,
 IT MUST BE FM APPROVED AND INSTALLED PER THE
 MANUFACTURE'S CONTROL DRAWING.
8. FOR ENTITY INSTALLATION (I.S. AND N.I.);
Vmax > Voc, or Vt Ci + Ccable < Ca
Imax > Isc, or It Li + Lcable < La
Pi > Po, or Pt
9. THE APPARATUS ENCLOSURE CONTAINS ALUMINUM AND IS
 CONSIDERED TO CONSTITUTE A POTENTIAL RISK OF IGNITION
 BY IMPACT OR FRICTION. AVOID IMPACT AND FRICTION DURING
 INSTALLATION AND USE TO PREVENT RISK OF IGNITION.
28B5745‐C

Specifications
Specifications for DLC3010 digital level controllers are shown in table 6. Specifications for 249 sensors are shown in
table 8.

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Table 6. DLC3010 Digital Level Controller Specifications

Available Configurations Performance
Mounts on caged and cageless 249 sensors. See w/ NPS 3
DLC3010
Performance 249W, Using w/ All Other
tables 11 and 12 and sensor description. Criteria
Digital Level
a 14‐inch 249 Sensors
Controller(1)
Displacer
Function: Transmitter
Independent $0.25% of $0.8% of $0.5% of
Communications Protocol: HART Linearity output span output span output span
<0.2% of
Hysteresis --- ---
output span
Input Signal
$0.1% of full $0.5% of $0.3% of
Repeatability
Level, Interface, or Density: Rotary motion of torque scale output output span output span
tube shaft proportional to changes in liquid level, Dead Band
<0.05% of
--- ---
interface level, or density that change the buoyancy input span
of a displacer. Hysteresis plus <1.0% of <1.0% of
---
Deadband output span output span
Process Temperature: Interface for 2‐ or 3‐wire 100 NOTE: At full design span, reference conditions.
ohm platinum RTD for sensing process temperature, 1. To lever assembly rotation inputs.
or optional user‐entered target temperature to At effective proportional band (PB)<100%, linearity,
permit compensating for changes in specific gravity dead band, repeatability, power supply effect, and
ambient temperature influence are potentially
Output Signal derated by the factor (100%/PB)
Analog: 4 to 20 milliamperes DC (J direct
action—increasing level, interface, or density Operating Influences
increases output; or J reverse action—increasing Power Supply Effect: Output changes <±0.2% of full
level, interface, or density decreases output) scale when supply varies between minimum and
maximum voltage specifications.
High saturation: 20.5 mA
Low saturation: 3.8 mA Transient Voltage Protection: The loop terminals are
High alarm: 22.5 mA protected by a transient voltage suppressor. The
Low Alarm: 3.7 mA specifications are as follows:
Only one of the above high/low alarm definitions is Pulse Waveform Max VCL Max IPP
available in a given configuration. NAMUR NE 43 Rise Time Decay to (Clamping (Pulse Peak
s) 50% s) Voltage) (V) @ Current) (A)
compliant when high alarm level is selected.
10 1000 93.6 16
Digital: HART 1200 Baud FSK (frequency shift keyed) 8 20 121 83
HART impedance requirements must be met to Note: μs = microsecond
enable communication. Total shunt impedance
across the master device connections (excluding the Ambient Temperature: The combined temperature
master and transmitter impedance) must be between effect on zero and span without the 249 sensor is less
230 and 600 ohms. The transmitter HART receive than 0.03% of full scale per degree Kelvin over the
impedance is defined as: operating range -40 to 80_C (-40 to 176_F)
Rx: 42K ohms and Process Temperature: The torque rate is affected by
Cx: 14 nF the process temperature. The process density may
Note that in point‐to‐point configuration, analog and also be affected by the process temperature.
digital signalling are available. The instrument may be Process Density: The sensitivity to error in knowledge
queried digitally for information, or placed in Burst of process density is proportional to the differential
mode to regularly transmit unsolicited process density of the calibration. If the differential specific
information digitally. In multi‐drop mode, the output gravity is 0.2, an error of 0.02 specific gravity units in
current is fixed at 4 mA, and only digital knowledge of a process fluid density represents 10%
communication is available. of span.
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Table 6. DLC3010 Digital Level Controller Specifications (continued)

Electromagnetic Compatibility LCD Meter Indications

Meets EN 61326‐1:2013 and EN 61326‐2‐3:2006 LCD meter indicates analog output on a percent scale
Immunity—Industrial locations per Table 2 of bar graph. The meter also can be configured to
EN 61326‐1 and Table AA.2 of EN 61326‐2‐3. display:
Performance is shown in table 7 below. Process variable in engineering units only.
Emissions—Class A Percent range only.
ISM equipment rating: Group 1, Class A Percent range alternating with process variable or
Process variable, alternating with process temperature
Supply Requirements (See figure 10) (and degrees of pilot shaft rotation).

12 to 30 volts DC ; 22.5 mA Electrical Classification

Instrument has reverse polarity protection.
Pollution Degree IV, Overvoltage Category II per IEC
A minimum compliance voltage of 17.75 is required 61010 clause 5.4.2 d
to guarantee HART communication.
Hazardous Area:
CSA— Intrinsically Safe, Explosion‐proof,
Compensation Division 2, Dust Ignition‐proof
Transducer compensation: for ambient temperature FM— Intrinsically Safe, Explosion‐proof,
Density parameter compensation: for process Non‐incendive, Dust Ignition‐proof
temperature (requires user‐supplied tables) ATEX— Intrinsically Safe, Type n, Flameproof
Manual compensation: for torque tube rate at target IECEx— Intrinsically Safe, Type n, Flameproof
process temperature is possible
Refer to Hazardous Area Approvals and Special
Instructions for “Safe Use” and Installations in
Digital Monitors Hazardous Locations in the Installation section,
starting on page 5, for additional approvals
Linked to jumper‐selected Hi (factory default) or Lo
information.
analog alarm signal:
Torque tube position transducer: Drive monitor and Electrical Housing:
signal reasonableness monitor CSA— Type 4X
User‐configurable alarms: Hi‐Hi and Lo‐Lo Limit
FM— NEMA 4X
process alarms
ATEX— IP66
HART‐readable only: IECEx— IP66
RTD signal reasonableness monitor: When RTD
installed
Processor free‐time monitor. Other Classifications/Certifications
Writes‐remaining in Non Volatile Memory monitor. CML— Certification Management Limited (Japan)
User‐configurable alarms: Hi and Lo limit process CUTR— Customs Union Technical Regulations (Russia,
alarms, Hi and Lo limit process temperature alarms, Kazakhstan, Belarus, and Armenia)
and Hi and Lo limit electronics temperature alarms
INMETRO— National Institute of Metrology,
Standardization, and Industrial Quality (Brazil)
Diagnostics KTL— Korea Testing Laboratory (South Korea)
Output loop current diagnostic. NEPSI— National Supervision and Inspection Centre
LCD meter diagnostic. for Explosion Protection and Safety of
Spot specific gravity measurement in level mode: used Instrumentation (China)
to update specific gravity parameter to improve
PESO CCOE— Petroleum and Explosives Safety
process measurement
Organisation - Chief Controller of Explosives (India)
Digital signal‐tracing capability: by review of
“troubleshooting variables”, and Contact your Emerson sales office for
Basic trending capability for PV, TV and SV. classification/certification specific information

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Table 6. DLC3010 Digital Level Controller Specifications (continued)

Minimum Differential Specific Gravity Electrical Connections
With a nominal 4.4 degrees torque tube shaft
Two 1/2‐14 NPT internal conduit connections; one on
rotation for a 0 to 100 percent change in liquid level
bottom and one on back of terminal box. M20
(specific gravity=1), the digital level controller can be
adapters available.
adjusted to provide full output for an input range of
5% of nominal input span. This equates to a minimum
differential specific gravity of 0.05 with standard
volume displacers. Options
See 249 sensor specifications for standard displacer J Heat insulator J Mountings for Masoneilant,
volumes and standard wall torque tubes. Standard Yamatake and Foxborot/Eckhardt displacers
volume for 249C and 249CP is ∼980 cm3 (60 in3), available J Level Signature Series Test (Performance
most others have standard volume of ∼1640 cm3 Validation Report) available (EMA only) for
(100 in3). instruments factory‐mounted on 249 sensor
Operating at 5% proportional band will degrade J Factory Calibration: available for instruments
accuracy by a factor of 20. Using a thin wall torque factory‐mounted on 249 sensor, when application,
tube, or doubling the displacer volume will each process temperature and density(s) are supplied
roughly double the effective proportional band. J Device is compatible with user‐specified remote
When proportional band of the system drops below indicator
50%, changing displacer or torque tube should be
considered if high accuracy is a requirement.
Operating Limits
Mounting Positions
Digital level controllers can be mounted right‐ or Process Temperature: See table 9 and figure 8
left‐of‐displacer, as shown in figure 5. Ambient Temperature and Humidity: See below
Instrument orientation is normally with the coupling
access door at the bottom, to provide proper Normal Transport and Nominal
Conditions
Limits(1,2) Storage Limits Reference
drainage of lever chamber and terminal
Ambient -40 to 80_C -40 to 85_C 25_C
compartment, and to limit gravitational effect on the Temperature (-40 to 176_F) (-40 to 185_F) (77_F)
lever assembly. If alternate drainage is provided by Ambient
user, and a small performance loss is acceptable, the Relative
0 to 95%, 0 to 95%,
40%
(non‐condensing) (non‐condensing)
instrument could be mounted in 90 degree rotational Humidity
increments around the pilot shaft axis. The LCD meter
may be rotated in 90 degree increments to
accommodate this. Altitude Rating
Up to 2000 meters (6562 feet)
Construction Materials
Case and Cover: Low‐copper aluminum alloy
Internal: Plated steel, aluminum, and stainless steel; Weight
encapsulated printed wiring boards; Neodymium Iron
Boron Magnets Less than 2.7 Kg (6 lb)
NOTE: Specialized instrument terms are defined in ANSI/ISA Standard 51.1 - Process Instrument Terminology.
1. LCD meter may not be readable below -20_C (-4_F)
2. Contact your Emerson sales office or application engineer if temperatures exceeding these limits are required.

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Table 7. EMC Summary Results—Immunity

Performance
Port Phenomenon Basic Standard Test Level
Criteria(1)(2)
4 kV contact
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) IEC 61000‐4‐2 A
8 kV air
80 to 1000 MHz @ 10V/m with 1 kHz AM at 80%
Enclosure Radiated EM field IEC 61000‐4‐3 1400 to 2000 MHz @ 3V/m with 1 kHz AM at 80% A
2000 to 2700 MHz @ 1V/m with 1 kHz AM at 80%
Rated power frequency
IEC 61000‐4‐8 60 A/m at 50 Hz A
magnetic field
Burst IEC 61000‐4‐4 1 kV A
I/O signal/control Surge IEC 61000‐4‐5 1 kV (line to ground only, each) B
Conducted RF IEC 61000‐4‐6 150 kHz to 80 MHz at 3 Vrms A
Note: RTD wiring must be shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet)
1. A = No degradation during testing. B = Temporary degradation during testing, but is self‐recovering. Specification limit = +/- 1% of span.
2. HART communication was considered as “not relevant to the process” and is used primarily for configuration, calibration, and diagnostic purposes.

Table 8. 249 Sensor Specifications

Input Signal equalizing connection styles are numbered and are
Liquid Level or Liquid‐to‐Liquid Interface Level: From shown in figure 15.
0 to 100 percent of displacer length
Liquid Density: From 0 to 100 percent of Mounting Positions
displacement force change obtained with given Most level sensors with cage displacers have a
displacer volume—standard volumes are J 980 cm3 rotatable head. The head may be rotated through
(60 inches3) for 249C and 249CP sensors or 360 degrees to any of eight different positions, as
J 1640 cm3 (100 inches3) for most other sensors; shown in figure 5.
other volumes available depending upon sensor
construction Construction Materials
See tables 10, 11, and 12
Sensor Displacer Lengths
See tables 11 and 12 footnotes Operative Ambient Temperature
See table 9
Sensor Working Pressures For ambient temperature ranges, guidelines, and use
Consistent with applicable ANSI of optional heat insulator, see figure 8.
pressure/temperature ratings for the specific sensor
constructions shown in tables 11 and 12 Options
J Heat insulator J Gauge glass for pressures to
Caged Sensor Connection Styles 29 bar at 232_C (420 psig at 450_F), and J Reflex
Cages can be furnished in a variety of end connection gauges for high temperature and pressure
styles to facilitate mounting on vessels; the applications

Table 9. Allowable Process Temperatures for Table 10. Displacer and Torque Tube Materials
Common 249 Sensor Pressure Boundary Materials Part Standard Material Other Materials
PROCESS TEMPERATURE 316 Stainless Steel,
MATERIAL N10276, N04400,
Min. Max. Displacer 304 Stainless Steel
Plastic, and Special
Cast Iron -29_C (-20_F) 232_C (450_F)
Alloys
Steel -29_C (-20_F) 427_C (800_F)
Displacer Stem, N10276, N04400,
Stainless Steel -198_C (-325_F) 427_C (800_F) Driver Bearing, other Austenitic
316 Stainless Steel
N04400 -198_C (-325_F) 427_C (800_F) Displacer Rod and Stainless Steels, and
Graphite Driver Special Alloys
Laminate/SST -198_C (-325_F) 427_C (800_F) 316 Stainless Steel,
Torque Tube N05500(1)
Gaskets N06600, N10276
N04400/PTFE 1. N05500 is not recommended for spring applications above 232_C
-73_C (-100_F) 204_C (400_F)
Gaskets (450_F). Contact your Emerson sales office or application engineer if
temperatures exceeding this limit are required.

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Table 11. Caged Displacer Sensors(1)

STANDARD CAGE, HEAD, EQUALIZING CONNECTION
TORQUE TUBE
SENSOR AND TORQUE TUBE ARM PRESSURE RATING(2)
ORIENTATION Style Size (NPS)
MATERIAL
Screwed 1‐1/2 or 2
249(3) Cast iron CL125 or CL250
Flanged 2
Screwed or optional socket weld 1‐1/2 or 2 CL600
CL150, CL300, or
1‐1/2
249B, 249BF(4) Steel Raised face or optional ring‐type joint CL600
Torque tube flanged CL150, CL300, or
2
arm rotatable CL600
with respect to Screwed 1‐1/2 or 2 CL600
equalizing CL150, CL300, or
connections 1‐1/2
249C(3) 316 stainless steel CL600
Raised face flanged
CL150, CL300, or
2
CL600
Raised face or optional ring‐type joint
249K Steel 1‐1/2 or 2 CL900 or CL1500
flanged
249L Steel Ring‐type joint flanged 2(5) CL2500
1. Standard displacer lengths for all styles (except 249) are 14, 32, 48, 60, 72, 84, 96, 108 and 120 inches. The 249 uses a displacer with a length of either 14 or 32
inches.
2. EN flange connections available in EMA (Europe, Middle East and Africa).
3. Not available in EMA.
4. The 249BF available in EMA only. Also available in EN size DN 40 with PN 10 to PN 100 flanges and size DN 50 with PN 10 to PN 63 flanges.
5. Top connection is NPS 1 ring‐type joint flanged for connection styles F1 and F2.

Table 12. Cageless Displacer Sensors(1)

Standard Head(2), Wafer
Mounting Sensor Body(6) and Torque Tube Flange Connection (Size) Pressure Rating(3)
Arm Material
NPS 4 raised face or optional ring‐type joint CL150, CL300, or CL600
249BP(4) Steel
NPS 6 or 8 raised face CL150 or CL300
249CP 316 Stainless Steel NPS 3 raised face CL150, CL300, or CL600
Mounts on
top of vessel CL900 or CL1500
NPS 4 raised face or optional ring‐type joint
(EN PN 10 to DIN PN 250)
249P(5) Steel or stainless steel
CL150, CL300, CL600, CL900,
NPS 6 or 8 raised face
CL1500, or CL2500
WCC (steel) LCC (steel), CL125, CL150, CL250, CL300,
Mounts on or CF8M (316 stainless For NPS 4 raised face or flat face CL600, CL900, or CL1500
249VS steel) (EN PN 10 to DIN PN 160)
side of vessel
WCC, LCC, or CF8M For NPS 4 buttweld end, XXS CL2500
Mounts on top of WCC or CF8M For NPS 3 raised face CL150, CL300, or CL600
vessel or on
249W
customer
LCC or CF8M For NPS 4 raised face CL150, CL300, or CL600
supplied cage
1. Standard displacer lengths are 14, 32, 48, 60, 72, 84, 96, 108, and 120 inches.
2. Not used with side‐mounted sensors.
3. EN flange connections available in EMA (Europe, Middle East and Africa).
4. Not available in EMA.
5. 249P available in EMA only.
6. Wafer Body only applicable to the 249W.

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Figure 15. Style Number of Equalizing Connections

STYLE 1 STYLE 3
TOP AND BOTTOM CONNECTIONS, UPPER AND LOWER SIDE CONNECTIONS,
SCREWED (S-1) OR FLANGED (F-1) SCREWED (S-3) OR FLANGED (F-3)

STYLE 2 STYLE 4
TOP AND LOWER SIDE CONNECTIONS, UPPER SIDE AND BOTTOM CONNECTIONS,
SCREWED (S-2) OR FLANGED (F-2) SCREWED (S-4) OR FLANGED (F-4)

Instrument Symbols
Symbol Description Location on Instrument

Lever Lock Handle

Lever Unlock Handle

Earth Terminal Box Housing

National Pipe Thread Terminal Box Housing

T Test Inside Terminal Box

+ Positive Inside Terminal Box
_ Negative Inside Terminal Box
RS RTD Connection Inside Terminal Box
R1 RTD Connection 1 Inside Terminal Box
R2 RTD Connection 2 Inside Terminal Box

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