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Magnetrol R82 Installation And Operating Manual
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Pulse burst radar level transmitter installation and operating manual model r82 r82 software v1.0a preliminary.
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Read this manual before installing this manual provides information on the r82 radar transmitter. It is important that all instructions are read carefully and followed in sequence. The quickstart installation instructions are a brief guide to the sequence of steps for experienced technicians to foll...
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Table of contents 1.0 quickstart installation 1.1 getting started..........................................................4 1.1.1 equipment and tools .....................................4 1.1.2 configuration information.............................5 1.2 quickstart mounting............................
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4 1.0 quickstart installation the quickstart installation procedures provide the key steps for mounting, wiring, and configuring the r82 radar level transmitter. These procedures are intended for experi- enced installers of electronic level measurement instruments. See complete installation, section...
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5 1.1.2 configuration information some key information is needed to configure the r82 radar transmitter. Complete the following operating parameters table before beginning configuration. Note: the transmitter will already be configured if this information was provided with the order. Display questio...
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6 1.2 quickstart mounting 1.2.1 transmitter/antenna 1. The device is manufactured as one unit that includes the transmitter and antenna. 2. Remove any protective material from the antenna before installing. 3. Install the transmitter/antenna into the process connection. If threaded, tighten securely...
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7 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter ground launcher adjustment (+ ) (-) 1.4 quickstart configuration the radar transmitter comes factory-calibrated and can be configured in minutes for specific applications. Bench con- figuration provides a convenient and efficient way to set up the transmitter bef...
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8 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter select if level or level & volume select the units of measure for the display (cm, inches, meters, feet). Enter the sensor offset value; the distance from the top (100%) point of the vessel to the sensor reference point (bottom of an npt thread, top of a bsp thre...
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9 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 2.0 complete installation this section provides detailed procedures for properly installing, configuring, and, as needed, troubleshooting the r82 radar level transmitter. 2.1 unpacking unpack the instrument carefully. Make sure all components have been removed fr...
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10 2.3 before you begin 2.3.1 site preparation each r82 radar transmitter is built to match the specific physical specifications of the required installation. Make sure the antenna connection is correct for the threaded or flanged mounting on the vessel or tank where the transmit- ter will be placed...
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11 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 2.3.3.3 problematic applications; gwr alternative some application concerns can be problematic for radar. For these, guided wave radar is recommended: • extremely low dielectric media ( ε r • very weak reflections from the liquid surface, particularly during tur...
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12 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter • foam can either absorb or reflect the microwave energy depending upon the depth, dielectric, density and wall thickness of the bubbles. Due to typical variations in the amount (depth) of foam, it is impossible to quantify per- formance. It may be possible to r...
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13 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 2.4.1.3 obstructions almost any object that falls within the beam pattern will cause reflections that may be misinterpreted as a false liquid level. Although model r82 has a powerful false target rejection routine, all possible precautions should be taken to min...
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14 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 2.4.1.5 standpipes and stillwells the r82 can be mounted in a standpipe or stillwell but certain considerations should be given: • metal stillwells only: 2" (sched 40 max.) to 4" (50–100 mm). • diameter must be consistent throughout length; no reducers. • stillw...
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15 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 2.4.2.2 initial installation ideally, the transmitter should be mounted half the radius from the tank wall. In a typical vertical tank, the launcher should be adjusted so the polarization pattern is 45 degrees to the closest tank sidewall. See figures ? & ?. For...
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16 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 2.5 wiring caution the r82 radar transmitter operates at voltages of 16–36 vdc (gp) and 16-28.6 vdc (is). Higher voltage will dam- age the transmitter. Wiring between the power supply and the radar transmitter should be made using 18–22 awg shielded twisted pair...
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17 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 2.6 configuring the transmitter the radar transmitter comes factory-calibrated and can be configured in minutes for specific applications. Before configuring the transmitter, collect the operating parameters information. Then, power-up the transmitter on the ben...
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2.6.4 menu traversal the push buttons offer multiple forms of functionality 18 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter push button keystroke action up moves to the previous item in the menu branch down moves to the next item in the menu branch back moves back one level to the previous higher branch item ...
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19 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter notes: all numeric values are left-justified, and new values are entered from left to right. A decimal point can be entered after the first digit is entered, such that .9 is entered as 0.9. A few configuration items can have a negative value. In this case, the l...
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20 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 2.6.5 password protection (default = 0) the radar transmitter is password protected to restrict access to certain portions of the menu structure that affect the operation of the system. When the proper password is entered, an exclamation point (!) appears as the...
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21 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 2.6.6 menu: step-by-step procedure the following table provides a complete explanation of the software menus displayed by the radar transmitter. Use this table as a step-by-step guide to configure the transmitter. The first column presents the menus shown on the...
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22 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 2.6.6.1 radar transmitter user menu note: press up arrow 5 times to reach screen where menu language can be chosen. Display action comment 1 *status* *level* *volume* *distance* *echo str xx* *%output* *loop current* *local tag* transmitter display transmitter d...
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23 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter display action comment 16 blocking distance (xxx.X) enter the blocking distance. Blocking distance defines an area near the antenna where reflections can not be measured effectively due to antenna ringing. It is measured from the sensor reference point. Minimum ...
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24 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter display action comment 22 echo profile (cont.) - review an existing echo rejection profile continued from previous page 4.) enter level- use this entry to manually enter the correct level value error messages: "echo to close" indicates the liquid is too close to...
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25 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter display action comment 36 trim 20 ma fine tune the 20ma point. Attach a ma meter to the output. If the output does not equal 20.00 ma, adjust the value on the display until meter reads 20.00 ma. This is not for setting the 20ma point (refer to #25). 37 test 4–20...
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26 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter display action comment 45 factory params select enter to reveal factory parameters; back to escape. Review factory parameters 46 history displays history of diagnostic information - main screen displays active message - press enter to display chronological listi...
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27 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 2.6.7 hart menu 1 device setup 2 pv 3 level 4 volume 5 distance 6 echo strength 7 pv % output 8 pv loop 9 diagnostics 10 local tag 1 basic configuration 2 advanced configuration 3 device description 1 trim loop current 2 local tag 3 new user password 4 antenna m...
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28 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 2.6.7 hart menu (cont.) 1 basic configuration 2 advanced configuration 3 device description 4 review 5 date/time/initials 1 device setup 2 level 3 volume 4 distance 5 echo strength 6 % output 7 loop current 8 diagnostics 9 local tag 1 view history 2 reset histor...
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29 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 3.0 reference information this section presents an overview of the operation of the model r82 radar level transmitter, information on trou- bleshooting, common problems, listings of agency approvals, lists of replacement and recommended spare parts, and detailed...
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30 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter the exact level measurement is extracted from false echo reflections and other background noise via the use of sophis- ticated signal processing. The new r82 circuitry is extreme- ly energy efficient so no duty cycling is necessary to accom- plish effective meas...
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31 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 3.3 troubleshooting the model r82 transmitter is designed and engineered for trouble-free operation over a wide range of operating conditions. Common transmitter problems are discussed in terms of their symptoms and recommended corrective actions. Warning! Explo...
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32 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 3.3.2 error messages the model r82 radar transmitter utilizes a 3-section hierarchy for reporting diagnostic conditions: faults, warnings, and information. This information will be shown in the home screen when the message is active. A chronological listing of m...
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33 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter symptom condition(s) solution(s) f a u lt s dfltparmfact non-volatile memory corrupted • modify one parameter in the section then return setting to original value (e.G., change hart poll adr from 0 to 1 then back to 0. • consult factory if this does not resolve ...
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34 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter symptom condition(s) solution(s) in fo rm a ti o n a l system code unexpected but non-fatal software condition has occurred consult factory bc initial bc level bc empty bc full bc echomiss bc echolost bc restart boundary condition state normal operation notarget...
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35 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 3.4 agency approvals fm r82-52xa-0xx intrinsically safe class i, div. 1; groups a, b, c, & d nema 4x, ip 66 t4 @80°c entity r82-52xa-0xx non-incendive class i, div. 2; groups a, b, c, & d nema 4x, ip 66 csa r82-52xa-0xx intrinsically safe class i, div. 1; groups...
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36 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 3.4.1 agency (fm/csa) drawing and entity parameters >.
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37 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 3.5 parts 3.5.1 replacement parts item description part number electronic module – 26 ghz aluminum housing 89-9124-001 lexan ® housing 89-9124-002 o-ring: viton 012-2201-237 housing cover, aluminum gp/is 036-4410-010 housing cover, lexan gp/is 003-1226-003 3.5.2...
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38 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter Ω vdc 1200 1000 28.6 v 630 Ω @ 20 ma 36 v 1000 Ω 800 600 400 200 0 0 10 20 16 350 30 40 general purpose & explosion proof intrinsically safe (350 @ 22 ma) 24 system design measurement principle pulse burst radar @ 26 ghz input measured variable level, determined...
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39 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter housing material: lexan ® base and cover cast aluminum a356t6 ( cable entry: ¾" npt, m20 ingress protection: lexan housing: nema 6p (ip67/68) aluminum housing: nema 4x/6p (ip67/68) net/gross weight: short lexan 23 oz. Long lexan 32 oz. Short aluminum 49 oz. Long...
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40 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 3.6.3 functional – encapsulated horn antenna 3.6.4 antenna pressure / temperature ratings both the polypropylene and tefzel antennas are rated from full vacuum to 200psig (-14.5 to 13.8 bar) across the entire temperature range of -40 to +200f (-40 to +93c). Ante...
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41 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter Ø 4.00 (102) 4.50 (114) 4.00 (102) 3.31 (84) 4.06 (103) 2.98 (76) 5.82 (148) 8.98 (228) 2.27 (58) 3.25 (83) 2.98 (76) 5.04 (128) 8.98 (228) Ø 3.78 (96) 3.6.5 physical – inches (mm) aluminum housing top view lexan ® housing top view aluminum housing side view lex...
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42 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter 3.7 model numbers 3.7.1 model r82 radar transmitter r 8 2 5 a 0 r radar level transmitter basic model number 8 26 ghz operating frequency 2 economical transmitter model 5 24 vdc, two-wire; 4-20 ma with hart ® power/signal 1 integral, general purpose/non-incendiv...
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43 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter accuracy the closeness of agreement between the result of measurement and the true value of the measure (inaccuracy equals the maximum positive and negative % deviation over the total span). Ansi american national standards institute. Antenna a mechanical compon...
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44 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter four wire an electronic instrument design that uses one set of wires to supply power (120/240 vac, 24 vdc) and another set to carry the process measurement signal (4–20 ma). Also called line powered. Fsk frequency shift keying see hart. Gain amplification adjust...
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45 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter range the distance over which the transmitter scans for valid return signals. Ratechng rate of change the maximum velocity of vertical movement of a liquid’s surface. Relative dielectric ( ε r ) a unitless number that indicates the relative permittivity of a mat...
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46 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter item value value history device status run time vessel name vessel # occurred duration media event 19 media dielectric 18 tag # 17 level 16 measurement type 15 units 14 sensor offset 13 tank top 12 tank height 11 blocking distance 10 level offset 9 dielectric 8 ...
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47 58-610 model r82 radar transmitter notes.
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Bulletin: 58-610.0 effective: june 2009 5300 belmont road • downers grove, illinois 60515-4499 • 630-969-4000 • fax 630-969-9489 • www.Magnetrol.Com 145 jardin drive, units 1 & 2 • concord, ontario canada l4k 1x7 • 905-738-9600 • fax 905-738-1306 heikensstraat 6 • b 9240 zele, belgium • 052 45.11.11...