Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product LV800 Omega
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This manual contains the information necessary to ensure a safe and successful installation. Please read and comply with the section on page 9 of this manual pertaining to SAFETY . Doing so will ensure proper oper- ation of the equipment and the safety of all personnel.
PRE-INST ALLA TION CONSIDERA TIONS 3 Choosing a Location: (See Figure 2) 1) Material Flow - When selecting a location for the LV800, choose a point in the vessel where the probe will be out of the direct flow of incoming and outgoing material to prevent any mechanical damage that may be caused by the pres- sure of the flow.
4 MECHANICAL INST ALLA TION Standard, Food Grade and Stub Probe Mounting: (See Figures 3 & 4) 1) Select a mounting location in accordance with the Pre- Installation Recommendations. 2) If using a welded fitting, cut a hole into the side/top of the vessel corresponding to the mounting connection (1-1/4” NPT or 3/4” NPT).
5 Figure 5 Power Input: (See Figure5) The LV800 is designed to accept either 115VAC or 230VAC (factory set). Verify the intended voltage supply is compatible with the voltage configuration indicated on the electronics and the external nameplate. Connect power as shown in Figure 5.
6 Delay: A potentiometer is provided for setting the time delay between the time material is "sensed" (Yellow LED on) and the time the relay contact output changes (Red LED on). Units have a 1- turn potentiometer. A clockwise rotation will increase the delay from .
TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE PROBLEM: Sensor will not sense material CAUSE/SOLUTION: 1) Verify power is applied to the sensor. 2) Verify "Sense Adjust." Reposition adjustment clockwise therefore making the probe more sensitive to "difficult to sense" materials.
8 MECHANICALS Standard Probe Stub Probe DIMENSIONS ARE SHOWN IN INCHES WITH MILLIMETER EQUIVALENT IN BRACKETS.
SPECIFICA TIONS SAFETY Power: 115VAC ( ± 15%); 2.5VA; 50/60Hz / 230VAC ( ± 15%); 2.5VA; 50/60Hz Altitude: 6562 ft (2000 m) max Installation Category: II Pollution Degree: 4 (Reduced to 2 by enclosure) Suitable for indoor/outdoor use Ambient Op Temp: -40˚ F (-40˚ C) to +150˚ F (+65˚ C) * Internal Bin Temp: To +176˚ F (+80˚ C) w/alum.
W ARRANTY / DISCLAIMER OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC. warrants this unit to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 13 months fro m da te o f pur chas e. OMEGA ’ s W ARRANTY adds an additional one (1) month grace period to the normal one (1) year product warranty to cover handling and shipping time.
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