MAGNETROL 940 Ultrasonic Level Switch User Manual
- June 4, 2024
- MAGNETROL
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MAGNETROL 940 Ultrasonic Level Switch User Manual
Read this Manual Before Installing
This manual provides information on the Echotel ® Models 940 and 941
Ultrasonic Liquid Level Switch. It is important that all instructions are read
carefully and followed in sequence. Detailed instructions are included in the
Installation section of this manual.
Conventions Used in this Manual
Certain conventions are used in this manual to convey specific types of
information. General technical material,support data, and safety information
are presented in narrative form. The following styles are used for notes,
cautions, and warnings.
Notes
Notes contain information that augments or clarifies an operating step. Notes
do not normally contain actions. They follow the procedural steps to which
they refer.
Cautions
Cautions alert the technician to special conditions that could injure
personnel, damage equipment, or reduce a component’s mechanical integrity.
Cautions are also used to alert the technician to unsafe practices or the need
for special protective equipment or specific materials. In this manual, a
caution box indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
Warnings
Warnings identify potentially dangerous situations or serious hazards. In this
manual, a warning indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
Safety Messages
ECHOTEL Models 940 & 941 are designed for use in Category II, Pollution Degree 2 installations. Follow all standard industry procedures for servicing electrical and computer equipment when working with or around high voltage. Always shut off the power supply before touching any components.
Electrical components are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. To prevent equipment damage, observe safety procedures when working with electrostatic sensitive components.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING! Explosion hazard. Do not connect or disconnect equipment unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be non-hazardous.
Low Voltage Directive
For use in Category II installations. If equipment is used in a manner not
specified by manufacturer, protection provided by equipment may be impaired.
Warranty
All Magnetrol electronic level and flow products are warranted free of defects
in materials or workmanship for eighteen months from the date of original
factory shipment.
If returned within the warranty period; and, upon factory inspection of the control, the cause of the claim is determined to be covered under the warranty; then, Magnetrol will repair or replace the control at no cost to the purchaser (or owner) other than transportation.
Magnetrol shall not be liable for misapplication, labor claims, direct or consequential damage or expense arising from the installation or use of equipment. There are no other warranties expressed or implied, except special written warranties covering some Magnetrol products.
Quality Assurance
The quality assurance system in place at Magnetrol guarantees the highest
level of quality throughout the company. Magnetrol is committed to providing
full customer satisfaction both in quality products and quality service.
The Magnetrol quality assurance system is registered to ISO 9001 affirming its commitment to known international quality standards providing the strongest assurance of product/service quality available.
Copyright © 2021 AMETEK Magnetrol USA, LLC. All rights reserved.
Performance specifications are effective with date of issue and are subject to change without notice. Magnetrol® reserves the right to make changes to the product described in this manual at any time without notice. Magnetrol makes no warranty with respect to the accuracy of the information in this manual.
Introduction
Description
ECHOTEL Model 940 & 941 Ultrasonic Level Switches are compact integral units that utilize pulsed signal technology to perform high or low level measurement in a wide variety of liquid applications. These switches feature pulsed electronics that are encapsulated at the top of the process fitting and a 316 stainless steel tip-sensitive transducer. Model 940 features a 1 amp SPDT relay output while the 941 has a current shift output.
Principle of Operation
ECHOTEL 940 & 941 level switches utilize ultrasonic energy to detect the
presence or absence of liquid in a tip sensitive transducer gap. The principle
of contact ultrasonic technology is that high frequency sound waves are easily
transmitted across a transducer gap in the presence of liquid, but are
attenuated when the gap is dry (see Figure 1).
The Model 940 & 941 use this ultrasonic technology to perform liquid level measurement in a wide variety of process media and application conditions. A pair of piezoelectric crystals are encapsulated in epoxy at the tip of the transducer. The crystals are made of a ceramic material that vibrates at a given frequency when subjected to an applied voltage. The transmit crystal converts the applied voltage from the electronics into an ultrasonic signal. When liquid is present in the gap, the receive crystal is able to sense the ultrasonic signal from the transmit crystal and convert it back to an electrical signal. This signal is sent to the electronics to indicate the presence of liquid in the transducer gap. When there is no liquid present, the ultrasonic signal is attenuated and is not detected by the receive crystal.
Getting Started
Model 940 & 941 are extremely compact level switches with electronics completely potted in an extension piece directly above the stainless steel transducer. The 18″ (457 mm) long 18 AWG flying lead wires are typically terminated either inside conduit or a customer supplied junction box. No special tools are required to perform installation.
Installation
Unpacking
Unpack the instrument carefully. Inspect all units for damage. Report any concealed damage to carrier within 24 hours. Check the contents of the packing slip and purchase order. Check and record the serial number for future reference when ordering parts.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Handling Procedure
Magnetrol electronic instruments are manufactured to the highest quality standards. These instruments use electronic components that may be damaged by static electricity present in most work environments. Make sure that all electrical connections are completely made and none are partial or floating. Ground all equipment to a good, earth ground.
Mounting
Model 940 & 941 level switches may be mounted in a variety of positions as
shown in Figures 2 through 5. Proper orientation of the transducer gap
will facilitate maximum performance in difficult applications. When the switch
is mounted horizontally, the transducer gap must be turned vertical to allow
proper drainage of liquid out of the gap. The wrench flats on the mounting nut
are aligned with the transducer gap; therefore, proper transducer mounting can
be achieved by aligning the mounting nut flats in a vertical orientation.
See Figure 4.
_Figure 2 Typical Mounting Orientations
Figure 3: Vertical Mounting_
Figure 4: Horizontal Mounting
When installed in a nozzle or pipe, the transducer gap must extend into the
tank at least one inch beyond the inside tank wall. Refer to Figure 5.
Figure 5: Nozzle Mounting
Screw transducer into the opening using a wrench on the transducer mounting nut flats. If flanged, bolt unit to mating flange with proper gasket. Use thread tape or suitable pipe compound on the threads. Do not over-tighten.
Wiring
Model 940 (Relay Output)
Wiring terminations for the Model 940 are shown in Figure 6. The six wires
coming out of the switch are 18 AWG. These wires should be connected to field
wiring that is 14 to 22 AWG.
Figure 6 Model 940
Caution: Conduit should be installed onto the 3 ⁄4″ NPT connection on the back of the unit. An approved seal drain fitting should be used to prevent moisture from entering the switch. All wiring, conduit, and electrical fittings must conform to local electrical codes for the location selected.
Field wiring should be connected as follows:
- Connect power wiring via the red (+) and black (-) wires.
- Green wire should be connected to earth ground.
- The SPDT relay is connected:
- Violet wire is NO
- Brown wire is NC
- Orange wire is COM
Model 941 (Current Shift Output)
Wiring terminations for the Model 941 are shown in Figure 7. The three
wires coming out of the switch are 18 AWG. These wires should be connected to
field wiring that is 14 to 22 AWG.
Figure 7 Model 941
Caution: Conduit should be installed onto the 3 ⁄4″ NPT connection on the back of the unit. An approved seal drain fitting should be used to prevent moisture from entering the switch. All wiring, conduit, and electrical fittings must conform to local electrical codes for the location selected.
Field wiring should be connected as follows:
- Connect power wiring via the red (+) and black (-) wires.
- Green wire should be connected to earth ground.
Reference Information
Specifications
Physical
Electrical
- Power Supply: 12–35 VDC
- Power Consumption: Less than 1 Watt
- Signal Output: Model 940: SPDT relay, 1 amp @ 30 VDC, 0.5 amp @ 125 VDC, 0.5 amp @ 150 VAC
- Model 941: Dry Gap: 8 mA (±1 mA)
- Wet Gap: 16 mA (±1 mA)
- Cabling: 18″ (457 mm) flying leads of 18 AWG wires
- Repeatability: 0.078″ (2 millimeters)
- Response Time: 1 ⁄2 second typica
Environmental
- Ambient Temperature: -40 to +185 °F (-40 to +85 °C)
- Process Temperature: -40 to +185 °F (-40 to +85 °C)
- Maximum Pressure: 2000 psig (138 bar) for 1″ (3 cm) NPT and 2″ (5 cm) BSP transducers 1500 psig (103 bar) for longer transducers
- Ingress Protection: Type 4X (IP66)
- Shock: ANSI/ISA-S71.03 Class SA1
- Vibration: ANSI/ISA-S71.03 Class VC2
Replacement Parts
The Model 940/941 electronics and sensor are a single, encapsulated device; therefore, no individual replacement parts are available. See device nameplate or refer to Section 3.5 for model numbers.
Agency Approvals
AGENCY | APPROVED MODELS PROTECTION METHOD | AREA CLASSIFICATION |
---|---|---|
94X-XXXX-XXX Non-Incendive | Class Class Class | I, Div. 2, Groups A, B, C, & |
D II, Div. 2, Groups E, F, & G III, Type 4X, IP 66, T4
941-XXXX-XXX Intrinsically Safe
These units have been tested to EN 50081-2 and EN 50082-2 and are in
compliance with the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.| Class Class Class| I, Div. 1,
Groups A, B, C, & D II, Div. 1, Groups E, F, & G III, Type 4X, IP 66, T6
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
|
ACTION
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No signal with level change| Check wiring to make sure proper input
voltage is supplied.
Make sure liquid is filling the transducer gap.
Check for dense foam on surface or dried product in the gap. Unit may not
function properly if either condition exists.
No change in output between wet gap or dry gap| Check to see if
transducer gap is plugged with solids.
Check for dense foam in gap.
The switch is chattering| Check for proper input voltage supply.
Check for turbulence. Relocate switch or isolate from turbulence.
Check for excessive aeration.
Model Numbers
Note: Optional NEMA 4 cast aluminum junction box assembly 052-7012-XXX is
available from the factory.
ASSURED QALITY & SERVICE COST LESS
Service Policy
Owners of Magnetrol may request the return of a control or any part of a control for complete rebuilding or replacement. They will be rebuilt or replaced promptly. Controls returned under our service policy must be returned by Prepaid transportation. Magnetrol will repair or replace the control at no cost to the purchaser (or owner) other than transportation if:
- Returned within the warranty period; and
- The factory inspection finds the cause of the claim to be covered under the warranty.
If the trouble is the result of conditions beyond our control; or, is NOT covered by the warranty, there will be charges for labor and the parts required to rebuild or replace the equipment.
In some cases it may be expedient to ship replacement parts; or, in extreme cases a complete new control, to replace the original equipment before it is returned. If this is desired, notify the factory of both the model and serial numbers of the control to be replaced. In such cases, credit for the materials returned will be determined on the basis of the applicability of our warranty.
No claims for misapplication, labor, direct or consequential damage will be allowed.
Return Material Procedure
So that we may efficiently process any materials that are returned, it is essential that a “Return Material Authorization” (RMA) number be obtained from the factory, prior to the material’s return. This is available through the local Magnetrol representative or by contacting the factory. Please supply the following information:
- Company Name
- Description of Material
- Serial Number
- Reason for Return
- Application
Any unit that was used in a process must be properly cleaned in accordance
with OSHA standards, before it is returned to the factory.
A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) must accompany material that was used in
any media. All shipments returned to the factory must be by prepaid
transportation.
All replacements will be shipped F.O.B. factory
705 Enterprise Street
Aurora, Illinois 60504-8149 USA
630.969.4000
info.magnetrol@ametek.com
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