Displacer type liquid level switch BE45-610

Displacer type
liquid level switch
®
DESCRIPTION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND PARTS LIST
Magnetrol's displacement type level switches offer the
industrial user a wide choice of alarm and control
configurations. Each unit utilizes a simple buoyancy
principle and are well suited for simple or complex
applications, such as foaming or surging liquids or
agitated fluids, and usually cost less than other types
of level switches.
OPERATING PRINCIPLE
Standard controls
Operation is based upon simple buoyancy, whereby a
spring is loaded with weighted displacers which are heavier than the liquid. Immersion of the displacers in the liquid
results in buoyancy force change, which moves the spring
upward. Since the spring moves only when the level moves
on a displacer, spring movement (1) is always a small fraction of the level travel between displacers (2).
A magnetic sleeve (3) is connected to the spring and
operates within a non-magnetic barrier tube (4). Spring
movement causes the magnetic sleeve to attract a pivoted
magnet (5), actuating a switch mechanism (6) located outside the barrier tube. Built-in limit stops, prevent over
stroking of the spring under level surge conditions.
Pivot
6
Return
spring
4
3
5
1
Rising
level
2
Falling
level
Proof-er controls
The purpose of the proof-er is to check the operation of a
displacer control without having to raise the level in the
tank. This is accomplished by pulling downward on the
proof-er chain. This causes the spring loaded lever arm to
lift the switch actuator, simulating a high or high high level
condition. When the chain is released, the proof-er returns
the actuator to its previous position to resume normal operation.
Proof-er floating roof controls
The proof-er roof top control is designed for installation on
'barrier' (floating roof) tanks. The control may be furnished
with a lead displacer to prevent sparking. A stainless steel
displacer is required if the control is to actuate in liquid as
well as by the barrier.
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
A complete measuring system consists of:
1. Code for standard models (each unit is factory calibrated to operate on a given specific gravity within the min and
the max values listed per model) or
2. Code for floating roof models.
1. Code for standard displacer switches
BASIC MODEL NUMBER1
. – units for ALARM use ONLY
A 1 5
B 1 5
C 1 5
One adjustable set point (fixed narrow differential)
Two adjustable set points (fixed narrow differentials)
Three adjustable set points (fixed narrow differentials), specify specific gravity of medium separately
A 1 0
B 1 0
C 1 0
One adjustable wide differential
Two adjustable wide differentials, specify operating sequence and specific gravity separately (see p. 11 & 12)
Three adjustable wide differentials, specify operating sequence and specific gravity separately (see p. 11 & 12)
1. – units for ALARM / PUMP control use
MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION (3 m (10') of suspension cable is standard supplied)
Code
Spring
Trim
Process
Connection
A
316 SST
Carbon steel
B
(1.4401)
D
E Inconel 316 SST
Carbon steel
F
(1.4401)
K
L
316 SST (1.4401) Carbon steel
PROCESS CONNECTION
.– threaded
E 2
Displacer-clamps/
cable
316 SST (1.4401)
316 SST (1.4401)
Monel (2.4360)
Hastelloy C (2.4819)
316 SST (1.4401)
316 SST (1.4401)
2 1/2" NPT
.– ANSI flanges
G 3
3" 150 lbs
G 4
3" 300 lbs
H 3
4" 150 lbs
H 4
4" 300 lbs
K 3
6" 150 lbs
K 4
6" 300 lbs
ANSI
ANSI
ANSI
ANSI
ANSI
ANSI
RF
RF
RF
RF
RF
RF
Magnetic sleeve
400 series SST
316 SST (1.4401)
400 series SST
400 series SST
– with low pressure Proof-er® ➀
Porcelain
316 SST (1.4401)
– with medium pressure Proof-er® ➀
G
Porcelain
H
316 SST (1.4401)
➀ Proof-er® is available in carbon steel only
1
2
Standard
NACE (not available
with Proof-er® option)
.– EN/DIN flanges
8 A
DN 80, PN 16
8 B
DN 80, PN 25/40
1 A
DN 100, PN 16
1 B
DN 100, PN 25/40
DISPLACER MATERIAL AND PROOF-ER® OPTION
(for pressure ratings, refer to physical specifications table)
– without Proof-er®
A
Porcelain
B
316 SST (1.4401)
D
E
Construction
EN
EN
EN
EN
1092-1
1092-1
1092-1
1092-1
Type
Type
Type
Type
B1
B1
B1
B1
can be used for NACE models
not for NACE & not for C10-C15 models
not for NACE & not for B10-B15, C10-C15 models
SWITCH MECHANISM & ENCLOSURE
Refer to table selections per displacer type A10-A15 (p. 3-4), B10-B15 (p. 4) & C10-C15 (p. 4).
complete code for standard models
X = product with a specific customer requirement
2. Code for floating roof models (not for NACE constructions)
BASIC MODEL NUMBER – units for ALARM use ONLY
A 1 5
B 1 5
One adjustable set point (fixed narrow differential)
Two adjustable set points (fixed narrow differentials)
MATERIAL OF CONSTRUCTION (3 m (10') of suspension cable is standard supplied)
Trim
Code
Spring
Process
Connections
A Inconel 316 SST (1.4401)
Displacer clamps
and cable
Carbon steel
Magnetic sleeve
316 SST (1.4401)
Construction
400 series SST
Standard
PROCESS CONNECTION – size rating (consult factory for EN/DIN flanges)
. – threaded
E 2
2 1/2" NPT
– ANSI flanges
G 3
3" 150
3" 300
G 4
H 3
4" 150
H 4
4" 300
K 3
6" 150
K 4
6" 300
lbs
lbs
lbs
lbs
lbs
lbs
ANSI
ANSI
ANSI
ANSI
ANSI
ANSI
RF
RF
RF
RF
RF
RF
DISPLACER MATERIAL AND PROOF-ER® OPTION (for pressure ratings, refer to physical specifications table)
– without Proof-er®
P
R
M
Brass
Hollow brass (roof and liquid)➀
Stainless steel
– with low pressure Proof-er® ➁
Q
Brass
T
Hollow brass (roof and liquid)➀
N
Stainless steel
SWITCH MECHANISM & ENCLOSURE
Refer to table selections per displacer type A10-A15 (below) & B10-B15 (p. 4)
complete code for floating roof models
1 5
X = product with a specific customer requirement
➀ Available on model A15 only. Suitable for process liquids with SG ≥ 0,4 and a maximum pressure of 6,9 bar (100 psi)
➁ Proof-er® is available in carbon steel only
Select electric switch mechanism & enclosure: A10 — A15 type displacer switches (see page 4 for switch ratings)
Switch and Housing codes for A10
qty and
switch
type
B
C
D
HS
U
V
W
X
F
8
ATEX (IP 66)
Weather proof
(IP 66)
II 2G Ex d IIC T6 Gb
II 1G EEx ia II C T6
cast Aluminium
cast Aluminium
cast Aluminium
Switch and Housing codes for A15
FM (IP 66) Weather proof
(IP 66)
II 2G Ex d IIC T6 Gb NEMA 7/9
cast Iron
cast Alu.
M20 x 1,5 3/4" NPT
cast Aluminium
ATEX (IP 66)
FM (IP 66)
II 2G Ex d IIC T6 Gb
II 1G EEx ia II C T6
II 2G Ex d IIC T6 Gb
NEMA 7/9
cast Aluminium
cast Aluminium
cast Iron
cast Alu.
M20 x 1,5 3/4" NPT
1" NPT
M20 x 1,5
1" NPT
M20 x 1,5
1" NPT
M20 x 1,5
1" NPT
1" NPT
M20 x 1,5
1" NPT
M20 x 1,5
1" NPT
M20 x 1,5
1" NPT
1 x SPDT
B2B
BAB
BK9
BC9
-
-
BK5
BU5
BKB
B2Q
BAQ
BH9
BA9
-
-
BK5
BU5
BKQ
1 x DPDT
B8B
BDB
BN9
BF9
-
-
BD5
BW5
BNB
B8Q
BDQ
BJ9
BB9
-
-
BD5
BW5
BNQ
1 x SPDT
C2B
CAB
CK9
CC9
C2T
CAT
CK5
CU5
CKB
C2Q
CAQ
CH9
CA9
C2S
CAS
CK5
CU5
CKQ
1 x DPDT
C8B
CDB
CN9
CF9
C8T
CDT
CD5
CW5
CNB
C8Q
CDQ
CJ9
CB9
C8S
CDS
CD5
CW5
CNQ
1 x SPDT
D2B
DAB
DK9
DC9
-
-
DK5
DU5
DKB
D2Q
DAQ
DH9
DA9
-
-
DK5
DU5
DKQ
1 x DPDT
D8B
DDB
DN9
DF9
-
-
DD5
DW5
DNB
D8Q
DDQ
DJ9
DB9
-
-
DD5
DW5
DNQ
1 x SPDT
H7A
HM2
HFC
HA9
-
-
HB3
HB4
HM3
H7A
HM2
HFC
HA9
-
-
HB3
HB4
HM3
1 x DPDT
H7C
HM6
HGC
HB9
-
-
HB7
HB8
HM7
H7C
HM6
HGC
HB9
-
-
HB7
HB8
HM7
1 x SPDT
U2B
UAB
UK9
UC9
U2T
UAT
UK5
UU5
UKB
U2Q
UAQ
UH9
UA9
U2S
UAS
UK5
UU5
UKQ
1 x DPDT
U8B
UDB
UN9
UF9
U8T
UDT
UD5
UW5
UNB
U8Q
UDQ
UJ9
UB9
U8S
UDS
UD5
UW5
UNQ
-
-
-
-
-
VCS
VES
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
V5S
VBS
-
-
-
1 x SPDT
W2B
WAB
WK9
WC9
W2T
WAT
WK5
WU5
WKB
W2Q
WAQ
WH9
WA9
W2S
WAS
WK5
WU5
WKQ
1 x DPDT
W8B
WDB
WN9
WF9
W8T
WDT
WD5
WW5
WNB
W8Q
WDQ
WJ9
WB9
W8S
WDS
WD5
WW5
WNQ
1 x SPDT
X2B
XAB
XK9
XC9
X2T
XAT
XK5
XU5
XKB
X2Q
XAQ
XH9
XA9
X2S
XAS
XK5
XU5
XKQ
1 x DPDT
X8B
XDB
XN9
XF9
X8T
XDT
XD5
XW5
XNB
X8Q
XDQ
XJ9
XB9
X8S
XDS
XD5
XW5
XNQ
1 x SPDT
FCB
FAB
FK9
FC9
-
-
FK5
FU5
FKB
F2Q
FAQ
FH9
FA9
-
-
FK5
FU5
FKQ
1 x DPDT
FGB
FDB
FN9
FF9
-
-
FD5
FW5
FNB
F8Q
FDQ
FJ9
FB9
-
-
FD5
FW5
FNQ
1 x SPDT
82B
8AB
8K9
8C9
-
-
8K5
8U5
8KB
82Q
8AQ
8H9
8A9
-
-
8K5
8U5
8KQ
1 x DPDT
88B
8DB
8N9
8F9
-
-
8D5
8W5
8NB
88Q
8DQ
8J9
8B9
-
-
8D5
8W5
8NQ
3
Select pneumatic switch mechanism & enclosure: A10 — A15 type displacer switches
Pneumatic switch type
Series J
(open air)
A10 codes
Max supply pressure
bar (psi)
Max process temperature
°C (°F)
Bleed orifice ø
mm (inches)
NEMA 3R (IP 53)
4,1 (60)
200 (400)
2,39 (0.094)
JHF
6,9 (100)
Series K (closed circuit)
6,9 (100)
200 (400)
200 (400)
1,60 (0.063)
A15 codes
NEMA 3R (IP 53)
JGF
–
JDE
JEE
KOF
KOE
Select electric switch mechanism & enclosure: B10 — B15 type displacer switches (see below for switch ratings)
(no pneumatic switch mechanisms available.)
Switch ➀
Type
SPDT
B
DPDT
SPDT
C
DPDT
SPDT
D
DPDT
SPDT
U
DPDT
SPDT
W
DPDT
SPDT
X
DPDT
SPDT
F
DPDT
SPDT
8
DPDT
Weather proof
(IP 66)
cast Aluminium
M20 x 1,5
B4B
B1B
C4B
C1B
D4B
D1B
U4B
U1B
W4B
W1B
X4B
X1B
FFB
FHB
84B
81B
1" NPT
BBB
BEB
CBB
CEB
DBB
DEB
UBB
UEB
WBB
WEB
XBB
XEB
FBB
FEB
8BB
8EB
II 2G Ex d IIC T6 Gb
cast Aluminium
M20 x 1,5
BL9
BP9
CL9
CP9
DL9
DP9
UL9
UP9
WL9
WP9
XL9
XP9
FL9
FP9
8L9
8P9
1" NPT
BD9
BG9
CD9
CG9
DD9
DG9
UD9
UG9
WD9
ATEX (IP 66)
II 1G EEx ia IIC T6
cast Aluminium
M20 x 1,5
–
–
C4T
C1T
–
–
U4T
U1T
W4T
1" NPT
–
–
CBT
CET
–
–
UBT
UET
WBT
WG9
W1T
WET
FD9
–
–
XD9
XG9
FG9
8D9
8G9
X4T
X1T
–
–
–
➀ Proximity switches (switch type V) are available, consult factory for proper ordering information.
XBT
XET
–
–
–
II 2G Ex d IIC T6 Gb
cast Iron
M20 x 1,5
BL5
BO5
CL5
CO5
DL5
DO5
UL5
UO5
WL5
3/4" NPT
BV5
BY5
8L5
BLB
BOB
CLB
COB
DV5
DLB
DOB
UV5
ULB
UY5
UOB
WV5
FV5
8O5
1" NPT
DY5
FL5
FO5
cast Alu.
CV5
WY5
XL5
NEMA 7/9
CY5
WO5
XO5
FM (IP 66)
WLB
WOB
XLB
XV5
XY5
XOB
FLB
FOB
FY5
8V5
8LB
8Y5
8OB
Select electric switch mechanism & enclosure: C10 — C15 type displacer switches (see below for switch ratings)
(no pneumatic switch mechanisms available.)
Switch
Type
O
Q
SPDT
DPDT
SPDT
DPDT
M20 x 1,5
Weather proof (IP 66)
cast Aluminium
O6B
O1B
Q6B
Q1B
AVAILABLE SWITCH MECHANISMS
Type of switch module ➀
➀
➁
➂
➃
➄
4
Micro switch
Micro switch
Micro switch - DC current
Micro switch with gold alloy contacts
Hermetically sealed micro switch
Hermetically sealed micro switch with silver plated contacts
Hermetically sealed micro switch with gold plated contacts
Proximity switch - type SJ 3.5 SN
Pneumatic bleed type (open air)
Pneumatic non bleed type (closed circuit)
Hermetically sealed micro switch
Hermetically sealed micro switch
FM (IP 66)
NEMA 7/9
cast Aluminium
1" NPT
1” NPT
OCB
OMB
OEB
OKB
QCB
QMB
QEB
Max. Process Temp. ➁
max 120 °C (250 °F)
max 230 °C (450 °F)
max 120 °C (250 °F)
max 120 °C (250 °F)
max 260 °C (500 °F)
max 230 °C (450 °F)
max 230 °C (450 °F)
max 100 °C (210 °F)
max 200 °C (400 °F)
max 200 °C (400 °F)
max 260 °C (500 °F)
max 260 °C (500 °F)
QKB
Switch ratings – A res. ➂
24 V DC 240 V AC 120 V AC
6
15
15
10
15
15
10
–
10
1
–
1
5
5
5
3
1
1
0,5
0,5
0,5
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
4
–
2,5
3
–
1
For applications with heavy vibration, consult factory for suited switch modules.
Max process temperature is specified at 40 °C (100 °F) ambient temperature and for non condensing applications.
For more details - see bulletin BE 42-120.
For condensing applications, max process temperature is down-rated to 200 °C (400 °F) @ 40 °C (100 °F) ambient.
Q and O are the equivalent switch modules for models C10/C15.
Code
B/Q➄
C/O➄
D
U
HS ➃
W
X
V
J
K
F
8
UNPACKING
INSTALLATION
Unpack the instrument carefully. Make sure all components
have been removed from the packing material. Inspect all
components for damage. Report any concealed damage to
the carrier withing 24 hours. Check the contents of the
packing slip and report any discrepancies to the factory.
Check the nameplate model number to be sure it agrees
with the packing slip and purchase order. Check and record
the serial number for future reference when ordering parts.
CAUTION: If re-shipping to another location,
displacer assembly must again be secured using
same strap and wire assembly.
After unpacking, inspect all components to see that no
damage has occurred during shipment.
These units are in conformity with
the provisions of:
1. Directive 94/9/EC for Equipment
or protective system for use in
potentially explosive atmospheres. EC-type examination certificate number
ISSeP01ATEX027X (intrinsic safe units) or
ISSeP09ATEX024X (Ex d units).
2. The PED directive 97/23/EC (pressure equipment directive). Safety accessories per category IV module H1.
Nameplate:
- part number
- serial n°
HANDLING
CAUTION: The threaded connection link protruding
from the head assembly is extremely fragile. DO
NOT handle or place in a position such that any
amount of force is placed on the stem. Proper operation of the control requires that the stem is not
damaged or bent.
MOUNTING
CAUTION: Displacer spring and stem are fragile. Do
not drop displacers into tank. Hand feed cable into
position to avoid bending stem.
Adjust the displacers on the displacer cable for the desired
switch actuating levels. (Instruction tag attached to cable.)
Screw displacer cable fitting to threaded connection link
protruding from the underside of control.
Be sure there are no tubes, rods, or other obstacles in the
tank or vessel to interfere with the operation of the displacers. No guides into the tank are necessary unless liquid turbulence is excessive, in which case a "guided pipe"
or tube should be at least 25 mm larger than the displacer
diameter, open at the bottom end and with several vent
holes located above the maximum high level of the liquid.
Check installation of pipe or tube to be certain it is plumb.
IMPORTANT: Before attaching Magnetrol control to
tank or vessel, check with level to see that tank
mounting flange or spud is horizontal. Proper
operation of the control depends on the switch
housing being plumb.
WIRING
NOTE: If control is equipped with pneumatic switch
mechanism, disregard these instruction and refer to
instruction bulletin on mechanism furnished for air (or
gas) connections.
Most Magnetrol control switch housings are designed to
provide 360° positioning of cable entry by loosening the set
screw(s) located under the housing base. Diagrams of the
control's internal electrical circuits (switching action
between terminals) will be found in the switch mechanism
instruction bulletin included.
On high temperature applications [above 120°C (250°F)]
high temperature wire should be used between control and
first junction box located in a cooler area. Supply wires
(conductors) are brought into the switch housing, wrapped
around the enclosing tube under the baffle plate and then
brought up to the proper terminals. Excess wire should be
positioned so as not to interfere with switch mechanism or
housing cover.
Some controls are furnished with an explosion proof (cast)
switch housing or a vapor tight (gasketed) type. These housings are used in hazardous locations or when liquid temperature is so low that excessive condensation and frosting of
switch parts is likely. After wiring connections have been
completed, explosion proof housings must be "sealed" at
the conduit outlet with suitable compound or "dope" to prevent entrance of air. Check cover to base fit on explosion
proof and vapor tight housings to be certain gasketed joint is
tight. A positive seal is necessary to prevent infiltration of
moisture laden air or corrosive gases into switch housing.
Connect power supply to control and test switch action by
varying liquid level. If switch mechanism fails to function,
check vertical alignment of control and consult installation
bulletin on mechanism furnished.
5
INSTALLATION
OBSERVE ALL APPLICABLE ELECTRICAL CODES AND PROPER WIRING PROCEDURES
Cast iron
- ATEX
Cast aluminium
- Weatherproof
- ATEX
- FM
Cover locking
screw (ATEX
flameproof only)
Screw
Set Screw
Screw
Locking screw
CAUTION:
- DO NOT attempt to reposition cast aluminium housings without loosening the set screws; cast iron ATEX housings MAY NOT BE REPOSITIONED. ALWAYS retighten the set screw(s) after repositioning.
- DO NOT attempt to unscrew the cover of ATEX flameproof housings before loosening the locking screw.
ALWAYS retighten the locking screw after replacing the cover.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
If the following sections on "What to do" and "what to avoid" are observed, your Magnetrol instrument will operate reliably.
WHAT TO DO
1. Keep control clean
Be sure the switch housing cover is always in place on the
control. This cover is designed to keep dust and dirt from
interfering with switch mechanism operation. In addition, it
protects against damaging moisture and acts as a safety
feature by keeping bare wires and terminals from being
exposed. Should the housing cover become damaged or
misplaced, order a replacement immediately.
2. Inspect switch mechanisms, terminals and connections monthly
– Dry contacts switches should be inspected for excessive wear on actuating lever or misalignment of adjustment screw at point of contact between screw and lever.
Such conditions can cause false switch actuating levels.
Adjust switch mechanism to compensate (if possible) or
replace switch.
DO NOT operate your control with defective or maladusted switch mechanisms (refer to bulletin on switch mechanism furnished for service instructions).
– Magnetrol controls may sometimes be exposed to
excessive heat or moisture. Under such conditions,
insulation on electrical wires may become brittle, eventually breaking or peeling away. The resulting "bare"
wires can cause short circuits. Check wiring carefully
and replace at first sign of brittle insulation.
6
– Vibration may sometimes cause terminal screws to work
loose. Check all terminal connections to be certain that
screws are tight. Air (or gas) operating medium lines,
subjected to vibration, may eventually crack or become
loose at connections causing leakage. Check lines and
connections carefully and repair or replace, if necessary.
WHAT TO AVOID
1. NEVER leave switch housing cover of the control
longer than necessary to make routing inspections.
2. NEVER use lubricants on pivots of switch mechanisms.
A sufficient amount of lubricant has been applied at the
factory to insure a lifetime of service. Further oiling is
unnecessary and will only tend to attract dust and dirt
which can interfere with mechanism operation.
3. NEVER attempt to make adjustments or replace switches without reading instructions carefully. Certain adjustments provided for in Magnetrol controls should not be
attempted in the field. When in doubt, consult the factory or your local Magnetrol representative.
4. NEVER attempt to readjust magnetic attraction sleeves
which are factory set. Tampering may cause failure of
control while in service even though manual operation
actuates switches.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Usually the first indication of improper operation is failure of
the controlled equipment to function–pump will not start (or
stop), signal lamps fail to light, etc. When these symptoms
occur, whether at time of installation or during routing service thereafter, check the following external causes first.
–
–
–
–
–
–
Fuses may be blown.
Reset button(s) may need resetting.
Power switch may be open.
Controlled equipment may be faulty.
Stem may be bent causing hang-up.
Wiring (or medium lines) leading to control may be
defective.
If a thorough inspection of these possible conditions fails to
locate the trouble, proceed next to a check of the control's
switch mechanism.
1. Pull disconnect switch or otherwise assure that electrical circuit(s) through the control is deactivated.
2. Remove switch housing cover.
3. Swing magnet assembly in and out by hand, checking
carefully for any sign of binding. Assembly should
require no force, however slight, to move it through its
full swing.
4. If binding exists, magnet may be rubbing enclosing tube
or pivot sockets may be overly tight. Readjust pivot
sockets as required until a slight amount of side play is
evident. If magnet is rubbing, loosen magnet clamp
screw and shift magnet position.
5. If switch magnet assembly swings freely and mechanism still fails to actuate, check installation of control to
be certain it is within the specified three (3°) degrees of
vertical (use spirit level on side of enclosing tube in two
places, 90° apart).
NOTE: As a matter of good practice, spare switches should
be kept on hand at all times.
If switch mechanism is operating satisfactorily, a test of the
complete control's performance is the next likely step.
1. Reconnect power supply and carefully actuate switch
mechanism manually (using a non-conductive tool on
electrical switch mechanism) to dertermine whether
controlled equipment will operate.
Agency
ATEX
CCE ➀
FM
FM/CSA ➁
IEC
LRS
Approval
CAUTION: With electrical power "on" care should be
taken to avoid contact with switch leads and connections at terminal block
2. If controlled equipment responds to manual actuation
test, trouble may be located in level sensing portion of
the control (displacers, spring, stem and magnetic
attracting sleeve.
NOTE: Check first to be certain liquid is entering tank or
vessel. A valve may be closed or pipe line plugged.
3. With liquid in tank or vessel, proceed to check level
sensing action by removing switch housing assembly.
CAUTION: Be certain to pull disconnect switch or otherwise assure that electrical circuit(s) through control
is deactivated. Close operating medium supply valve
on controls equipped with pneumatic switch mechanisms.
A. Disconnect wiring from supply side of switch mechanism(s) and remove electrical conduit or operating
medium line connections to switch housing.
B. Relieve pressure from tank or vessel and allow unit to
cool.
C. Remove switch housing assembly by loosening set
screw located immediately below housing base.
4. With switch housing assembly removed, inspect attracting sleeve and inside of enclosing tube for excessive
corrosion or solids build-up which could restrict movement, preventing sleeve from reaching field of switch
magnet.
5. If trouble is still not located, proceed to remove the entire
sensing unit from the tank or vessel by unbolting head
flange or unscrewing mounting bushing. Inspect displacer assembly and all internal parts for any signs of
damage. Check assembly for binding by supporting
head flange or mounting bushing over the edge of a
bench and move displacer assembly by hand.
NOTE: When in doubt about the condition or performance
of a Magnetrol control, return it to the factory. See "Our
Service Policy" on page 16.
AGENCY APPROVALS
II 2G Ex d IIC T6 Gb, flameproof enclosure
II 1G EEx ia IIC T6, intrinsically safe
Explosion proof and intrinsically safe
Class I, Div. 1, Groups C & D
Class II, Div. 1, Groups E, F & G, Type NEMA 7/9
Non-Hazardous area
Explosion proof area –
Groups B, C, D, E, F & G Type NEMA 4X/7/9
Exd IIC T6
Lloyds Register of Shipping (marine applications)
Russian Authorisation Standards ➁
Other approvals are available, consult factory for more details
➀ For CCE approved units, use the ATEX model numbers.
➁ Consult factory for proper model numbers and classifications
7
OPERATING SEQUENCES
Series B10 units are factory calibrated with a choice of
switch operating sequence.
When ordering B10 units, an operating sequence and
specific gravity MUST be provided.
Series B 10
ALARM:
Top switch, narrow
differential fixed
CONTROL:
Bottom switch, wide
differential adjustable
Arrangement N° 1
CONTROL:
Top switch, wide
differential adjustable
CONTROL:
Top switch, wide
differential adjustable
CONTROL:
Bottom switch, wide
differential adjustable
ALARM:
Bottom switch, narrow
differential fixed
Arrangement N° 2
Arrangement N° 3
CONTROL:
Top switch, wide
differential adjustable
CONTROL:
Top switch, wide
differential adjustable
CONTROL:
Bottom switch, wide
differential adjustable
CONTROL:
Bottom switch, wide
differential adjustable
Arrangement N° 4
Arrangement N° 5
Series B 15
ALARM:
Top switch, narrow
differential fixed
ALARM:
Bottom switch, narrow
differential fixed
8
OPERATING SEQUENCES cont.
Series C10 units are factory calibrated with a choice of
switch operating sequence.
When ordering C10 units, an operating sequence and
specific gravity MUST be provided.
Series C 10
Upper switch
wide
diff. adjustable
Upper switch
wide
diff. adjustable
Lower switch
wide
diff. adjustable
Lower switch
wide
diff. adjustable
Arrangement A
Middle switch
wide
diff. adjustable
Lower switch
wide
diff. adjustable
Arrangement D
Middle switch
wide
diff. adjustable
Middle switch
wide
diff. adjustable
Middle switch
wide
diff. adjustable
Upper switch
narrow
diff. fixed
Upper switch
wide
diff. adjustable
Lower switch
wide
diff. adjustable
Arrangement B
Arrangement C
Upper switch
narrow
diff. fixed
Upper switch
wide
diff. adjustable
Middle switch
wide
diff. adjustable
Lower
switch
wide
diff. adj.
Lower switch
narrow
diff. fixed
Arrangement E
Arrangement F
Upper
switch
wide
diff. adj.
Middle switch
wide
diff. adjustable
Middle
switch
wide
diff. adjustable
Lower
switch
narrow
diff. fixed
Arrangement G
Series C 15
Upper switch
narrow
diff. fixed
Middle switch
narrow
diff. fixed
Lower switch
narrow
diff. fixed
9
ACTUATING LEVELS
A10/A15
Type
Standard actuating levels & liquid specific gravity – mm (divide by 25.4 for inch values).
Liquid
temp.
°C °F
100 135
200
–
300
–
400
–
500
–
100 178
200
–
300
–
400
–
500
–
Stainless steel
Porcelain
40
90
150
200
260
40
90
150
200
260
0.60
A
B
38
–
–
–
–
61
–
–
–
–
0.70
A
B
104
122
–
–
–
135
150
–
–
–
30
51
–
–
–
51
71
–
–
–
A10
0.80
A
B
81
97
109
–
–
104
119
130
–
–
0.90
A
B
28 64
46 76
61 86
– 86
–
–
46 79
64 91
79 102
– 112
–
–
25
41
53
66
–
41
56
69
81
–
1.00
A
B
51
64
74
73
–
61
71
81
91
99
23
38
48
61
–
36
51
61
74
84
0.50
A
B
–
–
–
–
–
137
152
163
175
–
–
–
–
–
–
51
66
76
89
–
0.60
A
B
130
142
–
–
–
114
127
135
145
155
53
66
–
–
–
41
53
61
71
81
A15
0.70
0.80
A
B
A
B
114
124
132
142
–
99
109
117
124
132
43
53
61
71
–
36
46
53
61
71
99
109
114
122
130
86
94
102
109
117
Rising
0.90
A
B
43 89
53 96
58 104
66 109
74 117
30 76
41 84
46 91
53 96
61 104
38 81
46 89
53 94
58 99
66 107
28 69
36 76
43 81
48 86
56 94
36
43
48
53
61
25
33
38
43
50
Rising
A
A
B
Falling
B
A15
Falling
A10
B15
Standard actuating levels & liquid specific gravity – mm (divide by 25.4 for inch values).
SST P.
Type
Liquid
temp.
0.70
°C °F A
B
C
40 100
–
–
–
40 100 241 127 124
90 200
–
–
–
150 300
–
–
–
200 400
–
–
–
C10
0.80
D
A
B
C
–
–
–
–
33 193 93 109
– 208 109 127
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
B15
D
–
27
45
–
–
A
140
140
152
163
–
0.95
B
C
50 94
50 93
68 107
78 119
–
–
D
25
25
38
50
–
A
127
124
137
145
155
1.00
B
C
43 89
43 86
55 102
63 112
73 124
Standard actuating levels & liquid specific gravity – mm (divide by 25.4 for inch values).
Liquid
temp.
°C °F A
40 100
–
90 200
–
40 100 114
90 200
–
150 300
–
40 100
–
90 200
–
40 100 251
90 200
–
150 300
–
Type
Model
SST
Porc.
C10
Arrgmt.
A, B, C,
E&G
SST
Porc.
C10
Arrgmt.
D&F
SST
Porc.
C10
Arrgmt.
A, B, C,
E&G
SST
Porc.
C10
Arrgmt.
D&F
10
1.00
A
B
40
90
40
90
150
40
90
40
90
150
100
200
100
200
300
100
200
100
200
300
A
76
–
79
91
86
168
–
183
193
178
0.58
B
C
–
–
–
–
94 81
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
94 81
–
–
–
–
0.90
B
C
61 69
–
–
81 64
91 43
76 61
71 69
–
–
81 64
91 43
76 61
D
–
–
58
–
–
–
–
58
–
–
D
38
–
38
51
69
38
–
38
51
69
C10 – arrangements A, B, C, E, G, D & F
0.60
0.70
A
B
C
D
A
B
C
D
–
–
–
– 64
56 56
51
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
96 81 76 56 107
97 53
48
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
– 190
66 56
51
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
233 81 76 56 226
97 53
48
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
1.00
1.10
A
B
C
D
A
B
C
D
36 36 53 36 76
66 64
30
81 69 71 43 43
43 58
41
33 48 46 33 79
81 64
33
43 58 28 46
–
–
–
–
41 46 43 61
–
–
–
–
132 46 53 36 155
76 64
30
157 79 71 43 132
53 58
41
140 48 46 33 163
81 64
33
150 58 28 46
–
–
–
–
137 46 43 61
–
–
–
–
A
58
–
46
81
–
175
–
170
188
–
A
43
–
41
–
–
127
–
132
–
–
Rising
D
20
22
38
48
60
0.80
B
C
51 48
–
–
56 33
74 64
–
–
61 48
–
–
55 33
74 64
–
–
1.20
B
C
43 53
–
–
56 48
–
–
–
–
53 53
–
–
56 48
–
–
–
–
A
Falling
B
Rising
C
Falling
D
A
D
43
–
43
58
–
43
–
43
58
–
D
28
–
30
–
–
28
–
30
–
–
B
C
D
C10
Arrangement
A, B & C
A
B
C
D
A
B
C
D
C10
C10
Arrangement Arrangement
E&G
D&F
C15
ACTUATING LEVELS cont.
Liquid
temp.
°C (°F)
-18°C
to
54°C
(0°
to
130°F)
Porc.
SST
Porc.
SST
Porc.
Type
Standard actuating levels & liquid specific gravity – mm (divide by 25.4 for inch values).
A
–
B
–
0.65
C
D
–
–
E
–
196
56 155
157
0.90
48 127 36
91
114
41
1.20
94 28
74
168
66 132
51 124
46 102
F
–
A
–
A15
–
41 140
25 117
1.00
18 102
20
30 117
25 102
23
27
99
–
41 117
84
F
A
– 157
33 165
23 107
25
91
28
1.25
84
23
71
20
–
B
36 135
50 132
28
–
25
E
97
41 109
1.10
97
25
–
–
79
–
Rising
Falling
F
23
A
B
Rising
Falling C D
28
Rising E
Falling
23
–
F
C15
B10/B15
Liquid temp. Series A thru E, J & K switches
°C
°F
Porcelain
SST
40
90
150
200
260
40
90
150
200
260
–
36 170
Not for floating roof models.
A10
–
E
0.80
C
D
SPECIFIC GRAFITY LIMITS
A10/A15
P.N.
code
B
C15
0.70
C
D
100
200
300
400
500
100
200
300
400
500
0.60
0.70
0.80
1.00
1.10
0.60
0.62
0.65
0.70
0.75
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
1.20
1.20
1.20
1.20
1.20
2.40
2.40
2.40
2.40
2.40
0.60
0.70
0.80
0.90
1.00
0.40
0.40
0.50
0.55
0.60
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
1.20
1.20
1.20
1.20
1.20
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.65
1.65
Not for floating roof models.
Part no. Liquid temp.
Series A thru E switches
code
°C
°F
Porcelain
SST
B10
B15
40
90
150
200
260
40
90
150
200
260
100
200
300
400
500
100
200
300
400
500
0.60
0.64
0.80
1.00
1.10
0.95
1.10
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
–
–
–
1.50
1.50
1.50
1.50
1.50
1.20
1.20
0.50
0.50
0.60
0.72
0.84
0.70
0.80
0.90
1.00
1.04
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.20
1.20
1.20
1.20
1.20
C10/C15
Part no. Liquid temp. Series A thru E switches
code
°C
°F
Porcelain
SST
C10
C15 ①
40
90
150
55
100
200
300
130
0.65 to 1.20
0.95 to 1.10
–
0.80 to 1.25
① Consult factory for high temperatures.
0.58
0.76
0.82
0.65
to
to
to
to
1.20
1.00
1.00
1.00
11
DIMENSIONS IN mm (inches)
Models A10/A15/B10/B15
Threaded mounting
Y
Y
W
V
80 (3.15)
Outside Ø
73 (2.87)
Housing type
Models
Weatherproof FM (NEMA 7/9) ATEX (Cast Alu)
A15 with HS-switch
ATEX (Cast Iron)
Pneumatics
Switch Module J
Pneumatics
Switch Module K
mm
A10
B10
B15
257
A15 excl. HS-switch
202
A10 / A15 / B10 / B15
249
C10 / C15
A10
A15
7.94
216
8.50
165
mm
W
inches
45
1.77
9.80
6.50
8.50
6.50
Models
A10
A15
B10
B15
C10
C15
12
Displacer Type
Porcelain
Stainless steel
Porcelain
Stainless steel
Porcelain
Stainless steel
Porcelain
Stainless steel
Porcelain
Stainless steel
Porcelain
Stainless steel
W
80 (3.15)
39
1.54
mm
øX
inches
Outside Ø
73 (2.87)
mm
127
121
143
143
124
121
140
149
162
146
197
184
mm
Y
5.93
109
4.29
143
5.63
110
4.33
118
4.65
110
4.33
130
5.12
Threaded
inches
5.00
4.75
5.62
5.62
4.88
4.75
5.50
5.88
6.38
5.75
7.75
7.25
A
A min.
Z
inches
151
Allow 200 mm (7.87") overhead clearance / All housings are 360 ° rotatable
Min. distance between mounting connection and top of displacer
V
A min.
10.12
14.81
216
A15
inches
376
165
A10
V
Y
Z
W
A min.
X
V
Z
W
Models C10/C15
Flanged mounting
Y
V
Z
A min.
Weatherproof
X
X
X
Z
Models C10/C15
Threaded mounting
Models A10/A15/B10/B15
Flanged mounting
M20 x 1,5 (*) or 1" NPT
(2 entries - 1 plugged)
(*) not for FM (NEMA 7/9)
M20 x 1,5 or 3/4" NPT
(single entry - 2 entries at request)
1/4" NPT (1 entry)
1/4" NPT (2 entries)
mm
178
171
194
194
175
171
191
200
213
197
248
235
Flanged
inches
7.00
6.75
7.62
7.62
6.88
6.75
7.50
7.88
8.38
7.75
9.75
9.25
DIMENSIONS IN mm (inches) cont.
Models A10/A15/B10/B15 - Standard models
A10
A15
184
(7.24)
Porcelain
229
(9.00)
127 (5.00)
ø 65
(2.56)
ø 65 (2.56)
267 (10.50)
152 (6.00)
152 (6.00)
ø 64 (2.50)
ø 64 (2.50)
127 (5.00)
152 (6.00)
229
(9.00)
114
(4.50)
184 (7.24)
127 (5.00)
ø 65 (2.56)
ø 65 (2.56)
B15
127 (5.00)
184
(7.24)
92
(3.62)
Stainless steel
B10
152 (6.00)
ø 64
(2.50)
Models C10 & C15 - Standard models
C10
operating sequence
Arrangements (see page 9)
A
Porcelain
A
B
A
C15
operating sequence
C
B
B
B
B
B
C
A 163 (6.42)
B 127 (5.00)
Stainless steel
F
F
C
F
F
F
F
G
G
G
G
F 152 (6.00)
G
G 114 (4.50)
Note: All displacers ø 64 (2.50).
G
D 291 (11.44)
E
G
G
H 305 (12.00)
F
F
J
J 229 (9.00)
A
D
B
E
C
H
G
B
B
D
F
A
D
C 92 (3.62)
Arrangements (see page 9)
B
E
C
Note: All displacers ø 65 (2.56).
A
D
A
B
C
ø 64
(2.50)
C
G
H
G
G
B
163 (6.42)
C
127 (5.00)
ø 65 (2.56)
E 219 (8.64)
F
184 (7.24)
F
F
J
229 (9.00)
191 (7.50)
152 (6.00)
ø 64 (2.50)
13
DIMENSIONS IN mm (inches) cont.
Models A15/B15 - Floating roof models
Brass
Hollow Brass
A15
B15
38 (1.50)
51 (2)
ø 64 (2.50)
25 (1)
ø 64 (2.50)
229 (9)
ø 64 (2.50)
Stainless steel
14
55 (2,17)
ø 64 (2.50)
40 (1.59)
27 (1.08)
ø 64 (2.50)
DIMENSIONS IN mm (inches) cont.
Proof-er®
9 m (30')
Cable
assembly
50°
9 m (30')
Cable
assembly
Threaded: 126 (4.96)
50°
Flanged: 171 (6.74)
15
Partn°:
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Digit in partn°:
X 1 2 3
4 5 6 7
8 9 10
Serial n°:
See nameplate, always provide complete partn° and
serial n° when ordering spares.
X = product with a specific customer requirement
CAUTION:
Location of magnetic sleeve(s) must be maintained for proper switch actuation. Do NOT attempt to alter
differential of control by repositioning jam nuts.
1
1
3
3
2
2
4
6
6
7
7
Typical single switch model
(threaded connection)
Typical dual switch model
(flanged connection)
5
2
2
5
2
2
2
6
7
6
Typical model with Proof-er
and floating roof displacer
(threaded connection)
16
Typical model with Proof-er
and floating roof displacer
(flanged connection)
7
Switch and housing reference
REPLACEMENT PARTS cont.
Switch type
Bulletin
Housing
BE 42-780
B, C, D, U, F, O, Q, W, X
HS
J
K
BE 42-783
BE 42-794
BE 42-685
BE 42-686
(1) Enclosing tube
Housing type
A10
032-6302-037
Cast aluminium housing for electric switch
Cast iron housing for electric switch
Pneumatic switch housing
032-6302-037
(2) Enclosing tube gasket
(4) Mounting bushing
(5) Proof-er cable kit [cable length = 9 m (30 ft)]
Digit 4
A, E, F or L
B, D or K
all
Digit 4
A, B, D, K or L
E
F
Digit 4
A, B, D, K
or L
E or F
all except A and B
A10
089-5802-002
089-5804-002
089-5803-002
Digit 7
A, D or G
B, E or H
M or N
P or Q
R or T
all
Replacement part
012-1301-002
consult factory
089-5807-001
(3) Spring, stem and attraction sleeve kit
Digit 7
A or B
Replacement part
Model (digits 1, 2 & 3)
A15
B10 or B15
C10 or C15
032-6302-036
032-6302-037
032-6302-039
032-6344-001
not applicable
032-6302-036
not applicable
A10
089-5327-001
089-5328-001
Replacement part
Model (digits 1, 2 & 3)
A15
B10 or B15
C10 or C15
089-5325-001
consult factory
089-5326-001
consult factory
(6) Cable kit [cable length = 3 m (10 ft)]
Replacement part
Model (digits 1, 2 & 3)
A15
B10
B15
089-5802-001
089-5804-001
089-5803-001
089-5802-003
089-5804-003
089-5803-003
089-5802-002
089-5804-002
089-5803-002
(7) Displacer + cable kit [cable length = 3 m (10 ft)]
Replacement part
Model (digits 1, 2 & 3)
A10
A15
B10
B15
C10
089-5802-004
089-5804-004
089-5803-004
C10
C15
089-5802-003
089-5804-003
089-5803-003
C15
089-6141-001 089-6142-001 089-6143-001 089-6144-001 089-6153-001 089-6156-001
089-6149-001 089-6150-001 089-6151-001 089-6152-001 089-6155-001 089-6158-001
consult factory
consult factory
not applicable 089-6177-004 not applicable 089-6177-005
not applicable
089-6177-001
not applicable
consult factory
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IMPORTANT
SERVICE POLICY
Owners of Magnetrol products 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. Magnetrol International will repair or replace the control, at no cost to
the purchaser, (or owner) other than transportation cost if:
a. Returned within the warranty period; and,
b. The factory inspection finds the cause of the malfunction to be defective material or workmanship.
If the trouble is the result of conditions beyond our control; or, is NOT covered by the warranty, there will be charges for labour
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, labour, direct or consequential damage will be allowed.
RETURNED MATERIAL PROCEDURE
So that we may efficiently process any materials that are returned, it is essential that a “Return Material Authorisation” (RMA)
form will be obtained from the factory. It is mandatory that this form will be attached to each material returned. This form is
available through Magnetrolʼs local representative or by contacting the factory. Please supply the following information:
1. Purchaser Name
2. Description of Material
3. Serial Number and Ref Number
4. Desired Action
5. Reason for Return
6. Process details
Any unit that was used in a process must be properly cleaned in accordance with the proper health and safety standards
applicable by the owner, before it is returned to the factory.
A material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) must be attached at the outside of the transport crate or box.
All shipments returned to the factory must be by prepaid transportation. Magnetrol will not accept collect shipments.
All replacements will be shipped Ex Works.
BULLETIN N°:
EFFECTIVE:
SUPERSEDES:
UNDER RESERVE OF MODIFICATIONS
BE 45-610.12
APRIL 2012
May 2005
www.magnetrol.com
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