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The user is responsible for all changes and repairs made to the device by the user or the user’s agent. • All new components are to be provided by Siemens Milltronics Process Instruments Inc. • Restrict repair to faulty components only.
Safety Marking Symbols In manual: On product: Description WARNING: refer to accompanying documents (manual) for details. This symbol is used when there is no corresponding symbol on the product. 7ML19985ML01 SITRANS WS300 Speed Sensor – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 1...
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SITRANS WS300 Speed Sensor SITRANS WS300 speed sensor is a low- to high-resolution shaft driven speed sensor. It measures the shaft's rotation by sending pulses to the integrator. The WS300 is certified for use in hazardous and non-hazardous locations. This small, light-weight speed sensor features: •...
• IS: 2-wire shielded 0.324 mm (22 AWG) • maximum cable run 305 m (1000 ft) Weight • 1.22 kg (2.68 lbs) aluminum • 2.41 kg (5.3 lbs) stainless steel Page 4 SITRANS WS300 Speed Sensor – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7ML19985ML01...
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Class I, Div. 1, Groups A, B, C, D Class II, Div. 1, Groups E, F, G Based on the ATEX rating of the NAMUR sensor and CSA/FM system approvals. 7ML19985ML01 SITRANS WS300 Speed Sensor – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 5...
For shafts that do not have enough material protruding to use a set screw, or that cannot be removed for modification, a threaded shaft coupling can be used. 7ML19985ML01 SITRANS WS300 Speed Sensor – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 7...
When adjusting the belt take up, ensure there is play on the arrestor rod. If the arrestor rod is pushed against the end of its travel slot, premature wear may result on the bearing. Page 8 SITRANS WS300 Speed Sensor – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7ML19985ML01...
89 mm 3.5" WS300 flexible conduit pulley bearing When mounting to a bend or snub pulley only a 3/8” (10 mm) drilled hole is Note: required for the arrestor rod. 7ML19985ML01 SITRANS WS300 Speed Sensor – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 9...
Attach spring to arresting rod and frame. Encase wiring in flexible conduit to allow unit to float. Wire the WS300 to the integrator. See Terminal Connections to Siemens Milltronics Integrators, or Terminal Connections to SIWAREX FTC Integrator on page 13.
The positive output connection of the measurement loop. This output is only used when the sensor is rotating clockwise. 3 – Counter-Clockwise Speed Out The positive output connection of the measurement loop. This output is only used when the sensor is rotating counter-clockwise. Page 12 SITRANS WS300 Speed Sensor – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7ML19985ML01...
If the pulley shaft rotates clockwise, connect the appropriate wire to terminal 2. If the pulley shaft rotates counter-clockwise, connect the appropriate wire to terminal 3. WARNING: Do not connect terminals two and three at the same time. 7ML19985ML01 SITRANS WS300 Speed Sensor – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 13...
Class II, Div 1, Gr. E, F, G Ta=60°C Class III Hazardous approvals based on Pepperl+Fuchs #NJ0.8-5GM-N Do Not Open When An Explosive Gas Atmosphere is Present Siemens Milltronics Process Instruments Inc. Peterborough Made In Canada Page 16 SITRANS WS300 Speed Sensor – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7ML19985ML01...
• Cable or conduit entries shall comply with the requirements of the European Directive 94/9/EC for Group II, Category 2D and maintain the overall IP rating of the enclosure. 7ML19985ML01 SITRANS WS300 Speed Sensor – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 17...