Installation - Siemens Sitrans LPS200 Betriebsanleitung

Installation

Mounting
Notes:
• Installation shall be performed by qualified personnel and in accordance with local
governing regulations.
• For heavy material, only top mounting of paddle switch is recommended.
• Compact SITRANS LPS200 is recommended for side mounting on bins for low or
intermediate levels.
• For SITRANS LPS200 Cable extension, the maximum pull force of the rope must not
exceed 4 kN.
WARNINGS:
• This product is designated as a Pressure Accessory per Directive 97 /
23 / EC, and is not intended for use as a safety device.
• Improper installation may result in loss of process pressure.
SITRANS LPS200 is normally mounted into the vessel top (full detector) or through the
tank wall at the detection level (full, demand or empty detector). SITRANS LPS200 can be
installed through a standard 1¼" NPT or 1½" BSP pipe coupling, depending on the chosen
process thread.
Page EN-6 SITRANS LPS200 – INSTRUCTION MANUAL
After mounting and as a precaution
against water ingress into the
housing, turn the housing clockwise
until the cable entries point
downward.
Notes:
• Ensure measuring vane is out of
any region that is susceptible to
build-up.
• For heavy material loads and
protection against falling
material, provide angled
protection.
• Ensure cable gland faces
downward to avoid water
intrusion.
7ML19985FS61