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Preface Introduction Safety notes SITRANS L Description Capacitance Transmitters SITRANS LCS050 Installing/mounting Connecting Operating Instructions Setup Diagnostics and troubleshooting Service and maintenance Certificates and approvals Technical data and dimensions 02/2021 65373-76-01 A5E50859888...
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Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.
Table of Contents Preface ............................v Introduction ........................... 1 Function ........................ 1 Target group ......................1 Symbols used ......................1 Safety notes .......................... 3 Authorised personnel .................... 3 Appropriate use ....................3 Warning about incorrect use ................. 3 General safety instructions ..................3 Installation and operation in the USA and Canada ..........
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Table of Contents Return procedure ....................20 How to proceed if a repair is necessary ............... 21 Service and maintenance ....................23 Dismounting steps ....................23 Disposal ......................23 Certificates and approvals ....................25 Food and pharmaceutical certificates ..............25 EU conformity .....................
Introduction Function This instruction provides all the information you need for mounting, connection and setup as well as important instructions for maintenance, fault rectification, the exchange of parts and the safety of the user. Please read this information before putting the transmitter into operation and keep this manual accessible in the immediate vicinity of the device.
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Introduction 1.3 Symbols used Sequence of actions Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure. Battery disposal This symbol indicates special information about the disposal of batteries and accumulators. SITRANS LCS050 Operating Instructions, 02/2021, A5E50859888...
Safety notes Authorised personnel All operations described in this documentation must be carried out only by trained, qualified personnel authorised by the plant operator. During work on and with the device, the required personal protective equipment must always be worn. Appropriate use The SITRANS LCS050 is a transmitter for point level detection.
Safety notes 2.5 Installation and operation in the USA and Canada authorised by the manufacturer. Arbitrary conversions or modifications are explicitly forbidden. For safety reasons, only the accessory specified by the manufacturer must be used. To avoid any danger, the safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must also be observed.
Description Configuration Scope of delivery The scope of delivery encompasses: • SITRANS LCS050 point level switch Information sheet " Documents and software" with: • • Transmitter serial number Note Optional transmitter features are also described in this operating instructions manual. The respective scope of delivery results from the order specification. Scope of this operating instructions This operating instructions manual applies to the following transmitter versions: •...
Description 3.2 Principle of operation Transmitter Figure 3.1 SITRANS LCS050 Nameplate You will find the type plate on the transmitter housing. The nameplate contains the most important data for identification and use of the transmitter. Product name Order number Serial number Voltage supply and signal output Protection rating Permissible process pressure Material wetted parts...
Description 3.3 Packaging, transport and storage It is designed for industrial use in all areas of process technology and can be used in water-based liquids. Typical applications are overfill and dry run protection. With a the small transmitter unit, SITRANS LCS050 can be also mounted e.g. in thin pipelines. The transmitter allows use in vessels, tanks and pipes.
Description 3.4 Accessories Storage Up to the time of installation, the packages must be left closed and stored according to the orientation and storage markings on the outside. Unless otherwise indicated, the packages must be stored only under the following conditions: •...
Installing/mounting General instructions Ambient conditions The transmitter is suitable for standard and extended ambient conditions acc. to DIN/ EN/IEC/ANSI/ISA/UL/CSA 61010-1. It can be used indoors as well as outdoors. Process conditions Note For safety reasons, the transmitter must only be operated within the permissible process conditions.
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Installing/mounting 4.1 General instructions Upper level detection (max.) as overflow protection Lower level detection (min.) as dry run protection Dry run protection (min.) for a pump Figure 4.1 Installation examples Note that the switching point varies depending on the type of medium and the mounting position of the transmitter.
Installing/mounting 4.2 Mounting instructions Mounting instructions Adhesive products In adhesive and viscous media, the surfaces of the transmitter should protrude into the vessel to avoid buildup. Therefore mounting bosses should not exceed a certain length. Figure 4.2 Adhesive products In horizontal pipelines, avoid mounting in the upper or lower area of the pipe. In the upper part of the pipe cavities can form due to air inclusions.
Connecting Preparing the connection Safety instructions Always keep in mind the following safety instructions: • Carry out electrical connection by trained, qualified personnel authorised by the plant operator • If overvoltage surges are expected, overvoltage arresters should be installed WARNING Only connect or disconnect in de-energized state.
Connecting 5.2 Connecting Plug connections Make sure that the cable and the plug used have the required temperature resistance and fire safety for max. occurring ambient temperature. When mounting outdoors, on cooled vessels or in moist areas in which cleaning is made with steam or high pressure, it is very important that the plug is screwed on correctly.
Connecting 5.4 Switch-on phase Voltage supply PNP switching NPN switching Figure 5.2 Wiring plan M12 x 1 plug - Transistor output, three-wire Contact, plug connector Function/Polarity Voltage supply/+ Transistor output 2 Voltage supply/- Transistor output 1/IO-Link Switch-on phase After switching on, the device first carries out a self-check. The current measured value is then output on the signal cable.
Setup Indication of the switching status The switching status of the electronics can be checked via the 360° status indication (LEDs) integrated in the upper part of the housing. The colours of the 360° status indication have the following meaning: (Default setting) •...
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Setup 6.2 Function table Coverage Switching status Switching status Control lamp Output 1 Output 2 Covered/Uncovered open open Default setting Default setting Output 1 SITRANS LCS050 Operating Instructions, 02/2021, A5E50859888...
Diagnostics and troubleshooting Maintenance Maintenance If the device is used properly, no special maintenance is required in normal operation. Cleaning The cleaning helps that the nameplate and markings on the transmitter are visible. Take note of the following: • Use only cleaning agents which do not corrode the housings, nameplate and seals •...
Diagnostics and troubleshooting 7.3 Diagnosis, fault messages Reaction after fault rectification Depending on the reason for the fault and the measures taken, the steps described in chapter " Setup" must be carried out again or must be checked for plausibility and completeness.
Diagnostics and troubleshooting 7.5 How to proceed if a repair is necessary • Return goods delivery note with the following information: https:// www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/returngoodsnote • Product (item description) • Number of returned devices/replacements parts • Reason for returning the item(s) • Decontamination declaration •...
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Diagnostics and troubleshooting 7.5 How to proceed if a repair is necessary SITRANS LCS050 Operating Instructions, 02/2021, A5E50859888...
Service and maintenance Dismounting steps WARNING Before dismounting, be aware of dangerous process conditions such as e.g. pressure in the vessel or pipeline, high temperatures, corrosive or toxic media etc. Take note of chapters " Mounting" and " Connecting to voltage supply" and carry out the listed steps in reverse order.
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Service and maintenance 8.2 Disposal SITRANS LCS050 Operating Instructions, 02/2021, A5E50859888...
Certificates and approvals Food and pharmaceutical certificates Versions for use in the food and pharmaceutical industries are available or in preparation. The corresponding certificates can be found on our homepage. EU conformity The device fulfils the legal requirements of the applicable EU directives. By affixing the CE marking, we confirm the conformity of the transmitter with these directives.
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Certificates and approvals 9.3 Environment management system SITRANS LCS050 Operating Instructions, 02/2021, A5E50859888...
Technical data and dimensions 10.1 Technical data Note for approved transmitters The technical data in the respective safety instructions which are included in delivery are valid for approved transmitters (e.g. with Ex approval). These data can differ from the data listed herein, for example regarding the process conditions or the voltage supply.
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Technical data and dimensions 10.1 Technical data Thread G¾, ¾ NPT 75 Nm (55 lbf ft) Thread G1, 1 NPT 100 Nm (73 lbf ft) Hygienic adapter 20 Nm (15 lbf ft) Surface quality Ra < 0.76 µm (3.00-5 in) Measurement accuracy Hysteresis approx. 1 mm (0.04 in) Switching delay approx. 500 ms (on/off) Ambient conditions Ambient temperature on the -40 … +70 °C (-40 … +158 °F) housing Storage and transport...
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Technical data and dimensions 10.1 Technical data Switching voltage < 34 V DC Blocking current < 10 µA Measuring cell temperature Range -40 … +115 °C (-40 … +239 °F) Resolution < 0.2 K Deviation ±3 K Output of the temperature IO-Link values via Depending on the transmitter version Voltage supply Operating voltage 12 … 35 V DC Max. power consumption 1 W Reverse voltage protection Integrated...
Technical data and dimensions 10.2 Device communication IO-Link 10.2 Device communication IO-Link In the following, the necessary device-specific details are shown. You can find further information of IO-Link on www.io-link.com [https://www.io-link.com]. IO-Link specification: Revision 1.1 SIO mode: Yes Speed: COM2 38.4 kBaud Min.
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Technical data and dimensions 10.2 Device communication IO-Link Designation ISDU (dez) ISDU Size Data type Access Value range (hex) (Byte) Switching point 0x0102 Float (SP1) Reset point (RP1) 0x0103 Float Switching delay 0x0104 Float (DS1) Reset delay (DR1) 0x0105 Float Switching point 0x0106 Float (FH1)
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Technical data and dimensions 10.2 Device communication IO-Link Designation ISDU (dez) ISDU Size Data type Access Value range (hex) (Byte) Counter for change 0x0128 Unsigned32 RO of parameters (PCO) Actual electronics 0x0129 Float temperature Min. electronics 0x012B Float temperature Max. electronics 0x012C Float temperature...
Technical data and dimensions 10.3 Dimensions Designation ISDU (dez) ISDU Size Data type Access Value range (hex) (Byte) Device status 0x013F Unsigned32 RO detailed status Designation ISDU (dez) ISDU (hex) Access Factory Reset 0x082 Reset Pointer - Resonance Frequency 0x0A1 Reset Pointer - Measuring Cell Temperature 0x0A3 Reset Pointer - Electronic Temperature 0x0A4...
Technical data and dimensions 10.4 Licensing information for open source software SITRANS LCS050, hygienic version in threaded adapter, Clamp Figure 10.2 SITRANS LCS050, hygienic version - Thread Keep in mind that the total length is extended by the plug connection. 10.4 Licensing information for open source software Open source software components are also used in this device.
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Technical data and dimensions 10.5 Trademark SITRANS LCS050 Operating Instructions, 02/2021, A5E50859888...
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