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This document provides installation and operating instructions for piezoresistive pressure transmitters and level probes. It details maintenance requirements, important safety information, and instructions for mechanical and electrical installation. Troubleshooting tips are also included for common issues like no output signal, divergent zero point, and dropping or small signal span.

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Manual Transmitter-Pegelsonden e

This document provides installation and operating instructions for piezoresistive pressure transmitters and level probes. It details maintenance requirements, important safety information, and instructions for mechanical and electrical installation. Troubleshooting tips are also included for common issues like no output signal, divergent zero point, and dropping or small signal span.

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OPERATING AND

INSTALLATION INFORMATION

FOR PIEZORESISTIVE
PRESSURE TRANSMITTERS &
LEVEL PROBES

 December 2013
1 General

Please read through this information in detail before installing and commissioning your device.
If you still require any information that is necessary for your application, please visit our website:
www.keller-druck.com, where you will find detailed datasheets as well as the addresses where you can
contact us directly.

2 Function

The presence of the pressure for measurement causes elastic deformation of the silicon diaphragm of
the integrated sensor chip. When auxiliary electrical energy is supplied, this deformation is converted
proportionally into an electrical signal which can subsequently be evaluated. This information (pressure
range/output signal) is shown on the nameplate of the pressure transmitter.

3 Maintenance

KELLER pressure transmitters and level probes are maintenance-free, and they operate without errors
provided that they are used within the specifications. The recalibration cycle depends on the conditions
of use. The recommended cycle is 1 year.

4 Important information

In order to commission the device, you must have the required knowledge of measurement and control
technology, and you must also be familiar with the basics of electrical engineering (power circuits). When
carrying out assembly and installation work, please comply with the relevant national guidelines, direc-
tives and safety regulations. Install the pressure transmitter only on systems which are in the unpressu-
rized state. Always operate the device within the permitted measuring range and/or within the maximum
overload. Also in this regard, please pay attention to the relevant operating parameters as stated on the
nameplate or in the datasheet. Protect the metal diaphragm against damage. Pay particular attention to
this aspect on devices with a flush diaphragm. If the device is not built in, protect the metal diaphragm
with the protective cap that is supplied with it.
In respect of pressure transmitters for use in explosive atmospheres, we also refer to the corresponding
operating instructions (see 23/25 (S) Ei/26 Ei, 33/35 X Ei / 36 XW Ei, PD-39 X Ei, 41 X Ei and 46 X Ei).

5 Installing the mechanical connection

During the installation process, ensure that the sealing surfaces on the device and the measuring point
are clean and free of damage. Only use the appropriate tool to screw the device in and to unscrew it.
For available threads, please consult the relevant datasheets at: www.keller-druck.com.
6 Installing the electrical connection

The device should be earthed via the pressure connection. If this is impossible, ensure that adequate
earthing is provided via the plug or the cable shield.
Make sure that no moisture can penetrate via the leads. The types of protection stated on the datasheet
are valid only for plugs while they are plugged in.

The following illustrations use the example of a device with DIN cubic plug to show the basic connection
method for the most commonly used electrical output signals.

2-CONDUCTOR / 4…20 mA 3-CONDUCTOR / 0…10 V / 0,5…4,5 V

l l
Transmitter Transmitter
+ Vcc + Vcc
+ +OUT +
Ui Ui
OUT/GND
= Uo = Uo
GND
- -
RL V
mA

The pin or cable assignments are imprinted on the device‘s nameplate in each case. You can also find
these data on the relevant datasheet at: www.keller-druck.com.

2-conductor 3-conductor

Power (voltage) supply Ui 8…28 VDC 13…32 VDC


Output signal OUT 4…20 mA 0…10 VDC / 0,5…4,5 V
Load resistance RL RL < (Ui-8) / 0,025 A RL > 5 kΩ
Power consumption I max. 25 mA max. 10 mA
(also see the relevant datasheet)

Lead cross-section: A lead cross-section of 0,25 mm2 is entirely adequate for most applications. Ho-
wever, if very long supply leads are required, a power output should be given preference over the
voltage signal. This is especially important for high-precision measurements (0,1 %FS) because long
connections with voltage outputs produce measuring errors due to the voltage drop over the line re-
sistance. For devices with a voltage output, we therefore recommend that the “ground” (earth) for the
measurement should be connected separately (by installing a fourth line) in order to eliminate this
measuring error. If this is impossible, a suitably larger cable cross-section should be selected (min. 1
mm2 for a cable length of approx. 100 m) in order to reduce the voltage drop over the lines.

For Level Probes: Take care to not injure the cable jacket. The cable is not internally sealing. If the
cable jacket is leaky humidity will ingress into the probe (which will lead to failure and damage of the
probe).

For series-specific data, please consult the relevant datasheet at: www.keller-druck.com.
7 Errors / faults

The following list should assist you with the most frequent faults.

FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION

No output signal • No voltage supply • Check voltage supply


• Transmitter polarity • Connect correctly
reversed
• Line break • Check continuity

Divergent zero point • Diaphragm is damaged • Contact the manufacturer;


signal replace the device if
necessary
• Operating temperatures • Keep to the permitted
are too high/too low temperatures shown on
the datasheet

Constant output signal • Mechanical overload due Replace the device; in


with changing pressure to overpressure case of repeated failure,
• Electrical fault consult the manufacturer

Fluctuating signal span • There may be a source of Remove the source of


EMC interference in the interference
surrounding area (e.g.
a frequency converter)

Signal span drops / • Damage to the diaphragm, Contact the manufacturer


is too small e.g. due to impacts, and replace the device
abrasive / aggressive
medium; corrosion on the
diaphragm / pressure
connection; transmission
medium not present.

KELLER AG für Druckmesstechnik


St. Gallerstrasse 119 • CH-8404 Winterthur
Tel. ++41 (0)52 - 235 25 25 • Fax ++41 (0)52 - 235 25 00
www.keller-druck.com

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