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Operating Instructions
SITRANS L
Radar Transmitters
SITRANS LR100
Edition
08/2020
https://www.siemens.com

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions SITRANS L Radar Transmitters SITRANS LR100 Edition 08/2020 https://www.siemens.com...
  • Page 2 Preface Introduction Safety notes SITRANS L Description Radar Transmitters SITRANS LR100 Installing/mounting Connecting Operating Instructions Access protection Setup with smart device (Bluetooth) Operating Diagnostics and troubleshooting Service and maintenance Certificates and approvals Technical data and dimensions 08/2020 A5E49829004 62705-76-01...
  • Page 3 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.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    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 Radar frequencies for worldwide use ..............
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Setup with smart device (Bluetooth) .................. 21 Connecting ......................21 Operating ..........................23 Diagnostics and troubleshooting ..................27 Maintenance ....................... 27 Rectify faults ....................... 27 Diagnosis, fault messages ................... 28 Status messages according to NE 107 ..............28 Treatment of measurement errors ...............

  • Page 6: Preface

    Preface Safety instructions for Ex areas WARNING Take note of the Ex specific safety instructions for Ex applications. These instructions are attached as documents to each transmitter with Ex approval and are part of the operating instructions. Editing status: 2020-08-03 SITRANS LR100 Operating Instructions, 08/2020, A5E49829004...
  • Page 7 Preface SITRANS LR100 Operating Instructions, 08/2020, A5E49829004...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    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.
  • Page 9 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 LR100 Operating Instructions, 08/2020, A5E49829004...

  • Page 10: Safety Notes

    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 SITRANS LR100 is a transmitter for continuous level measurement.

  • Page 11: Radar Frequencies For Worldwide Use

    A Class 2 power supply unit has to be used for the installation in the USA and Canada. Security information Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the secure operation of plants, systems, machines and networks. To protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is necessary to implement (and continuously maintain) a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial security concept.
  • Page 12 Use of product versions that are no longer supported, and failure to apply the latest updates may increase customer’s exposure to cyber threats. To stay informed about product updates, subscribe to the Siemens Industrial Security RSS Feed under: https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity...
  • Page 13 Safety notes 2.7 Security information SITRANS LR100 Operating Instructions, 08/2020, A5E49829004...

  • Page 14: Description

    Description Configuration Scope of delivery The scope of delivery encompasses: • SITRANS LR100 radar transmitter • Information sheet " Documents and software" with: • Transmitter serial number • QR code with link for direct scanning • Information sheet " Device Bluetooth and Parameter Access Codes" with: •...

  • Page 15: Principle Of Operation

    Description 3.2 Principle of operation Constituent parts Radar antenna Process fitting Electronics housing Mounting thread Connection cable Figure 3.1 Components of SITRANS LR100 Nameplate The nameplate contains the most important data for identification and use of the transmitter. Transmitter type Serial number Technical data Field for approvals QR code for device documentation...

  • Page 16: Adjustment

    The frequency change is proportional to the distance and is converted into the level. Adjustment Wireless adjustment Devices with integrated Bluetooth module can be adjusted wirelessly via Siemens mobile IQ app. Transmitter Smart device Figure 3.3 Wireless connection to standard operating devices with integrated Bluetooth LE...

  • Page 17: Accessories

    Description 3.5 Accessories Transport inspection The delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit damage immediately at receipt. Ascertained transit damage or concealed defects must be appropriately dealt with. 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.

  • Page 18: Installing/Mounting

    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.

  • Page 19: Mounting Instructions

    Installing/mounting 4.3 Mounting instructions Figure 4.1 Mounting via a mounting bracket Mounting instructions Installation position When mounting the device, keep a distance of at least 200 mm (7.874 in) from the vessel wall. If the device is installed in the center of dished or round vessel tops, multiple echoes can arise.
  • Page 20 Installing/mounting 4.3 Mounting instructions Reference point Figure 4.3 Reference point Inflowing medium Do not mount the transmitters in or above the filling stream. Make sure that you detect the medium surface, not the inflowing product. Figure 4.4 Mounting of the radar transmitter with inflowing medium Mounting nozzle For nozzle mounting, the nozzle should be as short as possible and its end rounded.
  • Page 21 Installing/mounting 4.3 Mounting instructions Figure 4.6 Nozzle mounting with deviating nozzle dimensions Nozzle diameter d Nozzle length h 40 mm 1½" ≤ 150 mm ≤ 5.9 in 50 mm 2" ≤ 200 mm ≤ 7.9 in 80 mm 3" ≤ 300 mm ≤ 11.8 in 100 mm 4" ≤ 400 mm ≤ 15.8 in 150 mm 6" ≤ 600 mm ≤ 23.6 in Orientation In liquids, direct the device as perpendicular as possible to the medium surface to achieve optimum measurement results.

  • Page 22: Measurement Setup - Flow

    Installing/mounting 4.4 Measurement setup - Flow Figure 4.8 Agitators Foam generation Through the action of filling, stirring and other processes in the vessel, compact foam can form on the medium surface, damping the emitted signals considerably. If foams lead to measurement errors, you should use transmitters with guided radar. Measurement setup - Flow In general, the following must be observed while mounting the device: •...
  • Page 23 Installing/mounting 4.4 Measurement setup - Flow Rectangular overfall Overfall orifice (side view) Upstream water Tailwater Overfall orifice (view from tailwater) Figure 4.9 Flow measurement with rectangular flume: h = max. filling of the rectangular max. flume Khafagi-Venturi flume Position transmitter Venturi flume Figure 4.10 Flow measurement with Khafagi-Venturi flume: h = max.

  • Page 24: Connecting

    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 WARNING Only connect or disconnect in de-energized state. Voltage supply The data for power supply are specified in chapter " Technical data". Note Power the transmitter via an energy-limited circuit (power max.

  • Page 25: Wiring Plan

    Connecting 5.2 Wiring plan Wiring plan Wire assignment, connection cable Figure 5.1 Wire assignment in permanently connected connection cable Wire colour Function Polarity Black Voltage supply, signal output Plus (+) White Voltage supply, signal output Minus (-) Shielding Switch-on phase After connection to the power supply, the device carries out a self-test: •...

  • Page 26: Access Protection

    Access protection Bluetooth radio interface Devices with a Bluetooth radio interface are protected against unwanted access from outside. This means that only authorized persons can receive measured and status values and change device settings via this interface. Bluetooth PIN A Bluetooth PIN is required to establish Bluetooth communication via the adjustment tool (smartphone/tablet/notebook).
  • Page 27 Access protection 6.2 Protection of the parameterization Device Access PUK The Device Access PUK allows unlocking the device in case the user PIN is no longer known. It can't be changed. The Device Access PUK can also be found on the supplied information sheet "...

  • Page 28: Setup With Smart Device (Bluetooth)

    Setup with smart device (Bluetooth) Connecting Connecting Start the adjustment app. The smart device searches automatically for Bluetooth- capable transmitters in the area. The devices found are listed. Select the requested transmitter in the device list. Authenticate When establishing the connection for the first time, the operating tool and the transmitter must authenticate each other.
  • Page 29 Setup with smart device (Bluetooth) 7.1 Connecting SITRANS LR100 Operating Instructions, 08/2020, A5E49829004...

  • Page 30: Operating

    Operating To configure the device: Download and install the SITRANS mobile IQ app from the App store to your mobile device. Launch the app. Devices in range will appear. Click on the device you wish to connect to. On first connection, a PIN code shipped with the device needs to be entered (see Device Bluetooth and SITRANS LR100 Operating Instructions, 08/2020, A5E49829004...
  • Page 31 Operating Parameter Access Codes sheet). Following successful PIN entry, the device cockpit will be shown. SITRANS LR100 Operating Instructions, 08/2020, A5E49829004...
  • Page 32 Operating Use the Setup/Quick Commissioning to configure the transmitter for your application type. SITRANS LR100 Operating Instructions, 08/2020, A5E49829004...
  • Page 33 Operating Many diagnostic tools are supported, including the echo profile viewer: SITRANS LR100 Operating Instructions, 08/2020, A5E49829004...

  • Page 34: Diagnostics And Troubleshooting

    Diagnostics and troubleshooting Maintenance Maintenance If the device is used properly, no special maintenance is required in normal operation. Precaution measures against buildup In some applications, buildup on the antenna system can influence the measuring result. Depending on the transmitter and application, take measures to avoid heavy soiling of the antenna system.

  • Page 35: Diagnosis, Fault Messages

    Diagnostics and troubleshooting 9.3 Diagnosis, fault messages • Signal processing Fault rectification The first measures are: • Evaluation of fault messages • Checking the output signal • Treatment of measurement errors A smart device (smartphone/tablet) with the adjustment app or a PC/notebook with the PDM and the suitable EDD offer you further comprehensive diagnostic possibilities.
  • Page 36 Diagnostics and troubleshooting 9.4 Status messages according to NE 107 more detailed error messages available under the menu item " Diagnostics" via the respective adjustment module. Status messages The status messages are divided into the following categories: • Failure • Function check •...
  • Page 37 Diagnostics and troubleshooting 9.4 Status messages according to NE 107 Code Cause Rectification Text message no measured value Clean the antenna system available F017 Adjustment not within specification Change adjustment according to the limit values (difference between min. Adjustment span too and max. ≥ 10 mm) small F025 Index markers are not continuously...
  • Page 38 Diagnostics and troubleshooting 9.4 Status messages according to NE 107 Out of specification Code Cause Rectification DevSpec Text message State in CMD 48 S600 Temperature of the electronics Check ambient temperature Byte 23, Bit 4 of in the non-specified range Byte 14 … 24 Impermissible Insulate electronics electronics temperature S601...

  • Page 39: Treatment Of Measurement Errors

    Diagnostics and troubleshooting 9.5 Treatment of measurement errors Code Cause Rectification DevSpec Text message State in CMD 48 M510 Communication between main Check the connection cable to Bit 10 of electronics and display module the display Byte 14 … 24 disturbed communication Send transmitter for repair with the main controller M511...
  • Page 40 Diagnostics and troubleshooting 9.5 Treatment of measurement errors Fault description Cause Rectification Amplitude or position of a Determine the reason for the false signal has changed (e.g. changed false signals, carry out condensation, buildup); auto auto false echo suppression, e.g. false echo suppression no longer with condensation.
  • Page 41 Diagnostics and troubleshooting 9.5 Treatment of measurement errors Fault description Cause Rectification Measured value jumps to Check measuring point: Antenna Level echo is no longer detected ≥ 100 % or 0 m distance in the close range due to foam should protrude out of the threaded mounting nozzle, possible false generation or false signals in the echoes through flange nozzle?
  • Page 42 Diagnostics and troubleshooting 9.5 Treatment of measurement errors Fault description Cause Rectification Measured value jumps Due to the process, the amplitude Carry out a auto false echo towards 100 % of the product echo decreases suppression A auto false echo suppression was not carried out Amplitude or position of a Determine the reason for the...

  • Page 43: Return Procedure

    Diagnostics and troubleshooting 9.6 Return procedure Fault description Cause Rectification Measured value remains False signal greater than level echo Eliminate false signals in the close unchanged in the close or level echo too small range. Check: Antenna must range during emptying protrude out of the nozzle Remove contamination on the antenna...

  • Page 44: Technical Support

    In addition to our documentation, Siemens provides a comprehensive support solution at http://www.siemens.com/automation/service&support Contact person If you have additional questions about the device, please contact your Siemens personal contact at http://www.automation.siemens.com/partner To find the personal contact for your product, go to " All products and Branches"...

  • Page 45: How To Proceed If A Repair Is Necessary

    You can find certificates in the Internet under http://www.siemens.com/ processinstrumentation/certificates or on an included DVD. How to proceed if a repair is necessary If it is necessary to repair the transmitter, please contact Siemens. You find the locations on www.siemens.com/processautomation [https://www.siemens.com/ processautomation]. SITRANS LR100...

  • Page 46: Service And Maintenance

    Devices can be returned to the supplier within the EC, or to a locally approved disposal service for eco-friendly recycling. Observe the specific regulations valid in your country. Further information about devices containing batteries can be found at: ( https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/document/109479891/) Note Special disposal required The device includes components that require special disposal. •...
  • Page 47 Service and maintenance 10.2 Disposal SITRANS LR100 Operating Instructions, 08/2020, A5E49829004...

  • Page 48: Certificates And Approvals

    Certificates and approvals 11.1 Radio licenses Radar The device has been tested and approved in accordance with the current edition of the applicable country-specific norms or standards. Regulations for use can be found in the document " Regulations for radar level measuring transmitters with radio licenses"...
  • Page 49 Certificates and approvals 11.2 EU conformity SITRANS LR100 Operating Instructions, 08/2020, A5E49829004...

  • Page 50: Technical Data And Dimensions

    Technical data Note for approved transmitters Device specifications: Siemens makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of these specifications, but reserves the right to change them at any time. Device-specific approvals: The device-specific approvals are always to be found on the type plates on the device.
  • Page 51 Technical data and dimensions 12.1 Technical data Frequencies 1, 2, 4 0 mm (0 in) Frequency 3 ≥ 250 mm (9.843 in) Depending on application and medium Depending on the operating conditions Switch-on phase Start-up time with operating < 15 s voltage U Starting current (for run-up ≤ 3.6 mA time) Output variable Output signal...
  • Page 52 Technical data and dimensions 12.1 Technical data Variables influencing measurement accuracy Temperature drift - Current < 0.03 %/10 K relating to the 16 mA span or ≤ 0.3 % output Deviation in the current < 15 µA output due to digital/analogue conversion Additional deviation through electromagnetic interference According to NAMUR NE 21 < 80 µA According to EN 61326-1 None...
  • Page 53 Technical data and dimensions 12.1 Technical data Max. number of participants Effective range typ. 25 m (82 ft) Depending on the local conditions Adjustment Smart device SITRANS mobile IQ Voltage supply Operating voltage U at 4 mA 12 … 35 V DC at 20 mA 9 … 35 V DC Reverse voltage protection Integrated Overvoltage protection Dielectric strength against...

  • Page 54: Dimensions

    Technical data and dimensions 12.2 Dimensions 12.2 Dimensions Figure 12.1 Dimensions SITRANS LR100 12.3 License information for Open Source Software Hashfunction acc. to mbed TLS: Copyright (C) 2006-2015, ARM Limited, All Rights Reserved SPDX-License-Identifier: Apache-2.0 Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
  • Page 55 Technical data and dimensions 12.4 Trademark SITRANS LR100 Operating Instructions, 08/2020, A5E49829004...
  • Page 56 Further Information Process Automation https://www.siemens.com/processautomation Industry Online Support (service and support) https://support.industry.siemens.com Industry Mall https://mall.industry.siemens.com Siemens AG Digital Industry Process Automation Postfach 48 48 90026 NÜRNBERG GERMANY...

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