Installing/Mounting; Application Guidelines; Mounting The Transmitter - Siemens sitrans f Handbuch

Installing/Mounting

2.1

Application Guidelines

Basic Requirements
● Determine pipe material and dimensions.
● Avoid vertical pipes flowing in a downward direction.
● Avoid installation of sensors on the top and bottom of horizontal pipes, where possible.
● Select a location with the longest straight run of pipe.
● Identify upstream piping configuration (elbow, reducer, etc.).
● Pipe surface should be smooth and, if necessary, free of dirt and grease.
● Avoid pressure reduction components upstream, where possible.
● Avoid mounting on or near weld seams.
● Pipe must be full during set-up.
2.2

Mounting the Transmitter

Hazardous Voltage
May cause death or serious personal injury. Disconnect power before working on this product.
FST020 IP65 NEMA 4X
Operating Instructions, 07/2010, A5E03086489-01
WARNING
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