ABB LevelMaster 7100 Accurate Reliable Measurement User Guide

: June 17, 2024
: ABB

Table of Contents

ABB LevelMaster 7100 Accurate Reliable Measurement
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Setup requirements
Connect to the LevelMaster
References
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ABB LevelMaster 7100 Accurate Reliable Measurement

Product Information

Specifications

Product Name : LevelMaster 7100
Float Types : All types including batteryless floats (kit 2018392-017)
MasterLink Version : 2.0 (required for batteryless floats)
RS-485 Termination :
- Board number 2104836-001 : Through software
- Board number 2018546-005 : Through onboard termination pins

Product Usage Instructions

Setup Requirements

Before starting the installation and setup process, ensure that you have the following:

Board Type	RS-485 Termination
2104836-001	Through software
2018546-005	Through onboard termination pins

Float Types

All types including batteryless floats (kit 2018392-017)
All types except batteryless floats

MasterLink Version

2.0 (required for batteryless floats)
2.0 or earlier

For setup (not for permanent connection), you will need the following

RS-485 cable adapter
RS-485-to-RS-232 converter cable (P/N 2100241-005)
RS-232-to-USB converter (P/N 2100250-002)

Installation Steps

Assemble the LevelMaster components as shown in Figure 1. Slide the components into the LevelMaster casing.
Assemble the local communication cable using the instructions provided in Figure 2.
Connect the converter cable and adapters based on the board type and ports available on your laptop. Refer to Figure 2 for reference.
Connect the RS-485 cable adapter to the RS-485-to-RS-232 converter cable. If you are using a laptop without RS-232 ports, connect the RS-485-to-RS-232 converter cable to the RS-232-to-USB converter.
Connect the LevelMaster to your computer by following these steps:
Ensure that MasterLink 2.0 is already installed on your PC or laptop.
Connect the appropriate cables and adapters to the LevelMaster board.
If you need assistance with the software, refer to the context-sensitive online help provided in MasterLink. Click Help on the screen of interest for more details.

FAQ

Q: Where can I find safety and compliance information?
- A : Safety and compliance information is included with the device in the shipping packaging.
Q: Can I make technical changes to the device?
- A : ABB reserves the right to make technical changes or modify the contents of this document without prior notice.
Q: Where can I get support or report errors?
- A : For support or reporting errors, please contact ABB Inc.:
- Quotes: totalflow.inquiry@us.abb.com
- Orders: totalflow.order@us.abb.com
- Training: totalflow.training@us.abb.com
- Support: upstream.support@us.abb.com
Q: Where can I find additional product publications?
- A : You can scan the code provided in the manual for product publications related to LevelMaster 7100.
Q: Is the Total flow CSA-certified barrier board suitable for hazardous locations?
- A : Yes, the Total flow CSA-certified barrier board is suitable for hazardous locations. Refer to Figure 7 for more details.

Safety and compliance information is included with the device in the shipping packaging.

We reserve the right to make technical changes or modify the contents of this document without prior notice. Regarding purchase orders, the agreed-upon shall prevail. ABB does not accept any responsibility whatsoever for potential errors or possible lack of information in this document.

Figure 1: Slide components into the LevelMaster casing

Figure 2: Local connection cable for 2018546-001 boards

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NOTICE – Equipment damage. Disconnect the red wire connector on the battery assembly when power to the LevelMaster is turned off. Failure to do so will result in a constant battery drain.

RS-485 termination (2018546-005 boards only)

Figure 3: Intermediate sensor
Figure 4: Last or only sensor Figure 5: Wiring (2018546-001 boards)

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Figure 6: Wiring (Mixed board types)

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Single port legacy board (2018546-005) on left. The separate port new board (2104836-001) on the right.

Figure 7: Total flow CSA-certified barrier board (hazardous locations)

LevelMaster 7100 Quick Start

This guide includes basic steps for a new general-purpose installation and setup in an unclassified area. For hazardous location installations refer to online publications.

IMPORTANT NOTE : Installations may involve single or multiple interconnected units and mixed board types. For multi-unit installations, determine the intermediate and last units in the connecting bus to terminate the RS-485 bus correctly.

Setup requirements

Table 1: Requirements per board type below.

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DANGER – Bodily injury: Configure the LevelMaster before inserting into the tank. Follow your company policies and safety guidelines to complete installation.

Install LevelMaster components

With the sensor positioned and supported horizontally:

Wrap Teflon® tape, or another sealing material, around the cord connector and tank port bushing threads.
Slide the components into the bottom of the LevelMaster in the following order: Cord connector, tank port bushing, and floats. If using two floats, slide the oil float on first (see Figure 1.)
Slide and tighten the float clamp at 1 inch above the bottom of the casing.

Assemble local communication cable

Connect the converter cable and adapters based on the board type and ports available on the laptop (see Figure 2.)

Connect the RS-485 cable adapter to the RS-485-to-RS-232 converter cable.
If using a laptop without RS-232 ports, connect the RS-485-to- RS-232 converter cable to the RS-232-to-USB converter.

Connect to the LevelMaster

IMPORTANT NOTE : Ensure MasterLink 2.0 is already installed in the PC or laptop. MasterLink has context-sensitive online help. Click Help on the screen of interest for details.

To configure the LevelMaster, connect to the electronic board:

Remove the cover from the electronic enclosure and pull the electronic board up gently without disconnecting it from the sensor assembly.
With a small slotted screwdriver, remove the connectors from the onboard communication and power terminals. Save these connectors for wiring.

Use the local communication cable to connect the laptop to the electronic board.

Insert the red wire connector to the cable assembly battery.
Start MasterLink on the laptop.
At the main screen, add a location for the new unit:
- a. Right-click inside the screen (white area) and select Add New Location.
- b. Enter up to 25 characters for a location name.
- c. Click OK to save the name. Verify that the location displays.
- d. Select the new location (ensure it is highlighted).
Click the Comm. Port drop-down list.
Select the laptop communication port used.
Leave the Baud Rate at 9600 (factory default).

Verify communication

Click Setup LevelMaster. The New LevelMaster Setup window displays.
Select I have only one LevelMaster connected to the communication port and I want to set it up.
Click Setup LevelMaster.
When prompted to add the LevelMaster to the list, click Yes.
When prompted for the LevelMaster name, type a unique name of up to 15 characters and click OK.
Observe the messages displayed on the monitor screen. Verify that communication is successful (100% success).

Set up the unit with a generic configuration

MasterLink 2.0 includes generic configuration files for different sensor lengths. To load one of these files to the LevelMaster: sensor lengths. To load one of these files to the LevelMaster:

Click the Upload/Download tab.
Under Send data to the LevelMaster, click Browse […].
In the browser, navigate to the applicable default files folder. For example, C:\Program Files (x86)\ABB\MasterLink\DefaultDat\7.0 Head board.
Locate the file for the correct length of the sensor and click Open. For example, for a 20 ft sensor, select the “Dual_20ft_batteryless.dat” file.
Click Download Data to LevelMaster.
Click OK when the download is complete.
Click the Setup tab.
Type a unique ID in the New LevelMaster ID field and click Set New ID.
Configure the baud rate for communications. Baud rates for all connecting units, including the controller, must match.
Configure termination if the LevelMaster is the only unit installed or is the last unit on an RS-485 bus. Leave intermediate units with the factory default configuration.

Configure RS-485 bus termination

Perform this procedure only for boards with part number 2104836-001. For legacy boards, set termination jumpers onboard (see Figure 3.)

Click the Monitor tab and select the Add Advanced Setup tab.
Additional tabs display.
Click the More Items tab.
Select Show memory map.
Scroll down, locate, and double-click the 844-memory address or “RS-485 bus termination”. The default value is 0.
When the edit box displays, change the value to 1.
Click Send New Value.

Install the LevelMaster into the tank

Remove the local connection cable from the board. Position the board inside the enclosure.
Reinstall and secure the enclosure cover.
Slide components to the bottom.
Lift and insert the LevelMaster into the tank.

Wire the LevelMaster electronic board

Refer to Figure 4 or Figure 5 for wiring.

Remove the enclosure cover to expose the board again for wiring
Wire units and controller for communication and power. Insert wired connectors on units, reinstall, and secure the cover.

2105836-001 (AB)| LEVELMASTER 7100 | 8/2019

Additional information

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