Fibreflex Operating Manual

LFXG-H Detector
Chapter 0
with GEN2000® Electronics

Installation
and Operation Guide
For HART® applications measuring continuous level
Manual part number 31386-US

CD part number 32700
Version 1.1
Revision History
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1.0 Initial release. Formerly 051201
245634-EN
1.1 Changed CD part number 061127
32700
Copyright© 2006 Ohmart/VEGA Corporation, Cincinnati, Ohio. All rights reserved.

This document contains proprietary information of Ohmart/VEGA Corporation. It shall not be
reproduced in whole or in part, in any form, without the expressed written permission of
Ohmart/VEGA Corporation.
The material in this document is provided for informational purposes and is subject to
change without notice.
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Management System Standards: ISO 9001:1994, ANSI/ASQC Q9001-1994, Approval
Certificate No. 107563.
Ohmart/VEGA Corporation
4241 Allendorf Drive
Cincinnati, Ohio 45209-1599 USA
Tel: +1 513-272-0131
Fax: +1 513-272-0133
Website: www.ohmartvega.com
Field service E-mail: fieldservice@ohmartvega.com
Warning: To ensure CE compliance, use this equipment only in the

manner that this manual describes, per Ohmart/VEGA
specifications. Otherwise, damage to the unit or personal injury
may result.
Manual number 31386-US CD 32700
November 2006
Version 1.1
LFXG-H Installation and Operation Guide

Table of Contents
Revision History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-2
Explanation of symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-vii
Your comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-ix
Chapter 1: Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Nuclear materials notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Unpacking the equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Storing the equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Source holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
LFXG-H specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Typical applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Principle of operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
System overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Source holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Detector assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Communicating with the gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Using a field communicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Using Ohmview 2000 Software on a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
U.S. and Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Worldwide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Have this information ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Chapter 2: Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Testing on the bench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Location considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Stable temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Protect insulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Avoid internal obstructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Avoid external obstructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Avoid source cross-talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Mounting the measuring assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Wiring the equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Switch for CE compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Output current loop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Relay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
RS-485 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Communication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Process alarm override switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Conduit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Commissioning the gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Field service commissioning call checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Chapter 3: Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Calibrating the current loop (analog output). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Measuring the current loop output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Calibration methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Theory of calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Both calibration methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Standard calibration method. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Simple calibration method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Choosing the linearizer type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Table - Non-linear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Table - Linear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Checking the gauge repeatability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Calibration procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
1 Setting the low level and collecting Cal Low data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
2 Setting the high level and collecting Cal High data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
3 Collecting the linearizer table data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
4 Calculating the linearity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
5 Calculating the calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Repeating the calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Periodic process standardization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Standardization reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Chapter 4: Advanced functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Process chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Gauge Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Process Variables tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Gauge Info tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Min/Max History tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
New hardware or corrupt EEPROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
New Hardware tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Responding to the New hardware found message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
When new hardware is installed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
When new hardware is not installed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Test modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Current Loop Test (milliamp output) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Sensor Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11
Auxiliary Input Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Relay Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Temperature Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Selecting the transmitter’s type and location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Gauge Setup tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
Chapter 5: Diagnostics and repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Software diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Gauge Status tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Diagnostic alarms and HART messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Relay Setup tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Gauge status diagnostics screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Acknowledging diagnostic alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Diagnostic alarm messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Analog alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Process alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
X-ray alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Auxiliary x-ray alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
History information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Diag History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Circuit board identifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Test points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11
Jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
LED indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
CPU board LED indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Maintenance and repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Periodic maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Source Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Recording the source wipe and shutter check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
Field repair procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
Spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
Replacing the CPU or Power supply board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18
Requesting field service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
Returning equipment for repair to Ohmart/VEGA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
Tables
0.1 Explanation of symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
1.1 LFXG-H specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
1.2 Contact information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
3.1 Calibration methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
3.2 Standard calibration sensor counts and levels record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
4.1 Process Chain tab — display values. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
4.2 Process Variables tab — display values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
4.3 Gauge Info tab — additional display values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
4.4 Min/Max History tab — display values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
5.1 Alarm types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
5.2 Alarm type outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
5.3 Diagnostic alarm conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
5.4 Power supply board test point labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
5.5 CPU test point labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
5.6 Jumper settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
5.7 Power supply board LED summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
5.8 CPU board LED summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
5.9 Periodic maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
5.10 Spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
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PREFACE
Chapter 0
Explanation of symbols
In the manual
Radiation notice
Introduces information concerning radioactive materials or radiation safety.
Caution
Introduces warnings concerning potential damage to the equipment or bodily
harm.
On the instrument
AC current or voltage
A terminal to which or from which an alternating (sine wave) current or voltage
may be applied or supplied.
DC current or voltage
A terminal to which or from which a direct current voltage may be applied or
supplied.
Potentially hazardous voltages
A terminal on which potentially hazardous voltage exists.
Protective ground terminal

Identifies location of terminal intended for connection to an external conductor.
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C HAPTER
1
INTRODUCTION
Chapter 1
Nuclear materials notice

This equipment contains radioactive source material that emits gamma radiation. Gamma
radiation is a form of high-energy electromagnetic radiation. In many cases, only persons
with a specific license from the U.S. NRC or other nuclear regulatory body may perform
the following to the source holder:
• Dismantle
• Install
• Maintain
• Relocate
• Repair
• Test
Ohmart/VEGA Field Service engineers have the specific license to install and commission
nuclear gauges, and can instruct you to safely operate your level gauge. See page 1-11
for contact information.
Note: See the Radiation Safety for U.S. General and Specific Licensees,
Canadian and International Users Manual and the Radiation Safety
Manual Addendum of Reference Information CD that came with the
source holder and the appropriate current regulations for details.
LFXG-H Installation and Operation Guide 1-1

Introduction
Unpacking the equipment
Caution: You must be familiar with radiation safety practices in accordance

with your U.S. Agreement State, U.S. NRC, or other nuclear regulatory body
before unpacking the equipment.
; Unpack the unit in a clean, dry area.

; Inspect the shipment for completeness. Check against the packing slip.
; Inspect the shipment for damage during shipment or storage.
; If the detector is included as a separate package in the shipment, inspect the
assembly for damage that may have occurred during shipment or storage.
; If there was damage to the unit during shipment, file a claim against the carrier,
reporting the damage in detail. Any claim on the Ohmart/VEGA for shortages, errors
in shipment, etc., must be made within 30 days of receipt of the shipment.
; If you must return the equipment, see the section Returning equipment for repair to
Ohmart/VEGA in the Diagnostics and repair chapter.
; After unpacking the equipment, inspect each source holder in the shipment to ensure
that the operating handle is in the OFF position. If you find the handle in the ON
position, place it in the OFF position immediately and secure it. Note: This applies to
only some source holders.
Note: Most source holder models accept a lock. Call Ohmart/VEGA Field
Service (see Customer Service on page 1-11 for contact information)
immediately for further instructions if:
l The source holder does accept a lock and there is no lock on it.
l The lock is not secured.
l You cannot secure the lock.
l The operating handle does not properly move into the OFF position.
See the Radiation Safety for U.S. General and Specific Licensees, Canadian
and International Users Manual and the Radiation Safety Manual Addendum of
Reference Information that came with the source holder and the appropriate
current regulations for details.
1-2 LFXG-H Installation and Operation Guide

Introduction
Storing the equipment

Source holder
If you must store it, do so in a clean, dry area. Be sure its shutter is in the OFF or
CLOSED position (if applicable). Check the current local regulations (U.S. NRC,
Agreement State, or other) to determine whether this area must have any restrictions.
Gauge
Avoid storage at temperatures below freezing. Store the gauge indoors in an area that
has temperature control between +10 °C to +35 °C (+50 °F to +95 °F) and < 50% relative
humidity. Store equipment in dry conditions until installation.
LFXG-H specifications
Table 1.1 LFXG-H specifications
System Accuracy ±1% of span Accuracy depends on specific application parameters
typical
Active Lengths Flexible detector 305 – 7,010 mm (12 – 276") in 305 mm (12")
increments
Typical Sources Cesium-137 0.66 MeV gamma radiation emitter, 30.2 year half
life
Cobalt-60 1.2 and 1.3 MeV gamma radiation emitter, 5.3 year
half life
Power AC 100 – 230 ±10% VAC (90 – 250 VAC, or with
Requirements* internal heater kit: 115 – 230 VAC) at 50 – 60 Hz, at
15 VA maximum power consumption (25 VA ≤ with
heater) CE compliance requires 100 – 230
±10% VAC
DC 20 – 60 VDC (< 100 mV, 1 – 1,000 Hz ripple)
at 15 VA
CE compliance requires 24 VDC ± 10%
Wiring Per local code
Signal Cable Maximum length 1,000 m (3,280')
HART signal 1.02 – 0.643 mm (no. 18 or 20 AWG) 2-conductor
shielded

Introduction
Table 1.1 LFXG-H specifications (continued)

®
GEN2000 4-wire hookup with 1.02 – 0.643 mm (no. 18 or 20 AWG) 4-conductor
Electronics Housing DC shielded
Certification to • Designed to meet National Electric Code (U.S. and
CSA and UL Canada)
standards • Class l, Groups A, B, C and D, Div 1 and 2
• Class ll, Groups E, F and G, Div 1 and 2
ATEX Certification II2 G/D EEx d IIC T6 IP66 -20 °C to +60 °C
II2 G EEx d IIB+H2 T6 -50 °C to +60 °C
Enclosure rating NEMA 4X IP-66
Ambient -20 °C to 50 °C (-4 °F to 122 °F) option for lower
temperature temperatures available
Humidity 0 – 95%, non-condensing
Vibration Tested to IEC 68-2-6, IEC 68-2-27, and IEC 68-2-36
Material Cast aluminum ASTM A 357
Paint Epoxy Powder Coat

Introduction
Table 1.1 LFXG-H specifications (continued)

Weight Housing detector 0.0015 x Length (mm) + 5.44 kg (0.084 x Length
(inches) +12 lb)
Current Loop Output Rating 4 – 20 mA, isolated, into 250 – 800 Ω
Power Jumper selectable: source (active) or sink (passive)
mode
Relay Output Software Diagnostic alarm or process high/low alarm
user-settleable function
Rating 6 A at 240 VAC, or 6 A 24 VDC (SPDT Form C), or
1/4 HP at 120 VAC
HART® HART Protocol BEL202 FSK standard current loop output
Communication PC interface HART modem and Ohmart/VEGA communications
software
Optional hand- Emerson Field Communicator model 375 with
held interface Ohmart/VEGA device descriptions loaded
Auxiliary Input Type Frequency input (0 – 100 kHz)
Capability Possible function Optional NORM or vapor phase compensation,
multiple gauge linking, and others
Electronics On-board memory FLASH and 2 EEPROMs
Real-time clock Maintains time, date, source decay compensation,
and is Y2K compatible
Diagnostics LED indication +6V, Memory Corruption, HART, CPU Active,
Auxiliary, High Voltage, Relay and Field Strength
Typical applications
Ohmart/VEGA’s level gauges accurately indicate the level of liquids or bulk materials in
vessels, reactors, or tanks.
In order to achieve a level indication over the desired length, it may be necessary to use
more than one detector. The way these multiple detectors link together depends upon the
types of detectors used. Specific details on using multiple detectors are available from
Ohmart/Vega Corp.
The accuracy of quality control systems that use Ohmart/VEGA nuclear level gauges is
profitable to a wide range of industry operations. A number of applications that use a level
gauge are:
Pulp and Paper
• Liquors
• Bleach plant chemicals
• Coating chemical storage
• Lime mud

Introduction
• Wastewater treatment tanks

Chemical
• Low pressure/low vapor chemical storage
• Settlers
• Surge tanks
Food and beverage
• Food slurries
• Pastes
• Syrups
• Dough level
• Intermediate batch storage
Water and wastewater
• Settling/aeration tanks
• Clarifiers
• Sludge holding tanks
• Wet wells
Principle of operation
The gauge receives a shaped or collimated beam of radiation from the source holder
through the process material. The material in the vessel shields part of the detector from
exposure to the radiation field. As the process material level decreases, the detector
senses more radiation, and vice versa.
Calibrating the gauge associates the detector readings (or counts) with the level of the
material in engineering units. The output range of the gauge is a 4 – 20 mA current loop
signal, in proportion to the level of the process.
System overview
The gauge uses Ohmart/VEGA’s GEN2000®, Ohmart/VEGA’s newest compact
electronics that support 4 mA – 20 mA HART® protocol, frequency, or field bus output.
The level measurement system includes:
• Source holder
• FiberFlex flexible detector assembly

Introduction
• Communication device (HART modem with PC and Ohmart/VEGA software or

Emerson Field Communicator 375)
PC
System Overview
Source holder
• A cast or welded steel device that houses a radiation-emitting source capsule
• Directs the radiation in a narrow collimated beam through the process vessel
• Shields the radiation elsewhere
• The model chosen for each system depends on the source capsule inside and the
radiation specifications
• Its shutter completely shields the radiation (source off) or lets it pass through the
process (source on) (if applicable)

Introduction
Detector assembly
• Mounts opposite the source holder.
• Inside the flexible detector is a scintillator material, which produces light in proportion to
the intensity of its exposure to radiation.
• A photomultiplier tube detects the scintillator's light and converts it into voltage pulses.
• The microprocessor receives these voltage pulses after amplification and conditioning
by the photomultiplier tube.
• The microprocessor and associated electronics convert the pulses into an output that
can be calibrated.
Power supply board
CPU board
RS-485 ground
Internal housing (if applicable)
ground
External housing
ground
GEN2000 exploded view

Introduction
Communicating with the gauge

The gauge is a transmitter that produces the current loop signal directly at the measurement
site.
Use a field communicator or HART modem and Ohmview 2000 software with a PC to
enable:
• Initial setup
• Calibration
• Other communication with the gauge
You can make a connection anywhere along the 4 mA – 20 mA current-loop line. After
setup and calibration of the gauge, there are no everyday requirements for external
electronics.
Using a field communicator

Ohmart/VEGA’s gauge is compatible with the Emerson 375 Field Communicator or
equivalent.
To function, the minimum load resistance on the 4 mA – 20 mA loop must be 250 Ω. See
the instruction manual for your field communicator for information about:
• Key usage
• Data entry
• Equipment interface
To effectively use the gauge features, you must use Ohmart/VEGA's device description (DD)
to program the HART communicator. You can purchase a field communicator, programmed
with the DD, through Ohmart/VEGA (Ohmart/VEGA part number 244880).
Use firmware 2000.00 or higher when you use the field communicator to use NORM or
vapor compensation.
Note: There are some minor differences in operation of the Ohmview 2000
software and the field communicator. Most significantly, Ohmview 2000
software writes entries immediately to the transmitter, but a field
communicator must be manually told to sends changes.

Introduction
Using Ohmview 2000 Software on a PC

When you use a PC with Windows and a Pentium processor to communicate with the
gauge or other Ohmart/VEGA HART transmitter field devices, you must have a HART
modem and the Ohmview 2000 software kit (part number 243008), which includes:
• Modem
• Cables
• Software
Ohmview 2000, RS-485 Network, Ohmview 2000 Logger, and Ohmview 2000
Configurator software are Windows programs that emulate the Field Communicator
Model 375. Ohmview 2000:
• Charts the 4 mA – 20 mA current output graphically
• Stores and retrieves configuration data to disk
• Enables offline editing of configurations
Example of Ohmview 2000 Software
The Ohmview 2000 Software includes:

• Main Ohmview 2000 software
• HART Communication Server
• Launcher program
• Ohmview 2000 Logger
• Ohmview 2000 File Configurator
• Ohmview 2000 Electronic User Manual

Introduction
When you insert the CD, the program installs these programs onto your hard drive.
Note: The HART Communication Server must always be on when using
Ohmview 2000's main program and Ohmview 2000 Logger.
Customer Service
U.S. and Canada
On-site field service is available in many locations. Often, a field service engineer is at your
plant for your gauge’s startup. Field service engineers also provide assistance by phone
during office hours.
For emergencies (example: line shut down because of Ohmart/VEGA equipment), you can
reach us 24 hours a day.
Table 1.2 Contact information

Tel (Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. EST) +1 513-272-0131
Tel (emergencies: follow the voice mail instructions) +1 513-272-0131
Fax +1 513-272-0133
Field service e-mail fieldservice@ohmartvega.com
Worldwide
Contact your local Ohmart/VEGA representative for parts, service, and repairs.
Have this information ready

; Ohmart/VEGA Customer Order (C.O.) Number
Located on the source holder’s engraved label
; Gauge‘s serial number
Located on the gauge’s external housing

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C H A P T E R
2
INSTALLATION
Chapter 2
Testing on the bench

To ensure a quick start up after installation, you can test the detector assembly with the
HART compatible communication device (a field communicator or a PC with a HART
modem and Ohmart/VEGA software). Bench testing lets you check:
• Power
• Communication
• Initial setup software parameters
• Some diagnostics
GEN2000 terminals 13 and 14
250 – 800 Ω
load resistor (optional)
Mini clips
H1 HART modem
H2
RS-232 cable
Transmitter
test points
PC running
Ohmart/VEGA software
Bench test setup
Note: You may need to reset the time and date if the gauge has not had power
for > 28 days. The Real Time Clock Fail message may appear. You must
enter the correct time and date: the clock is the basis for source decay
calculations.

Installation
You can calibrate the current loop output on the bench before mounting the detector on
the process. See page 3-3.
Location considerations
When you ordered the gauge, Ohmart/VEGA sized the source for optimal performance.
Notify Ohmart/VEGA before installing the gauge if its location differs. Satisfactory
operation depends on proper location.
Note: Locate the source holder where process material cannot coat it. This
ensures the continuing proper operation of the source ON/OFF
mechanism (if applicable). Many regulatory bodies (example: the U.S.
NRC) require periodic testing of the ON/OFF mechanism.
See the Radiation Safety for U.S. General and Specific Licensees,
Manual Addendum of Reference Information that came with the source
holder and the appropriate current regulations for details.
Stable temperature
Mount the gauge on a portion of the line where the temperature of the process material is
relatively stable. Process temperature can affect the gauge indication. The amount of the
effect depends on:
• Sensitivity of the gauge
• Temperature coefficient of the process material
Protect insulation
Protect from liquid any insulation between the measuring assembly and the process. The
absorption of a liquid, such as water, can affect the gauge indication because it blocks
some radiation.
Avoid internal obstructions

The best possible installation of a nuclear level gauge is on a vessel that has no internal
obstructions (example: agitator, baffle, man ways) directly in the path of the radiation
beam. If one of these obstructions is present, it can shield the radiation from the detector,
causing an erroneous reading.
If the vessel has a central agitator, the source holder and detector can mount to the
vessel on an arc other than a diameter, so the beam of radiation does not cross the
agitator. You can avoid other obstructions this way.

Installation
Avoid external obstructions

Any material in the path of the radiation can affect the measurement. Some materials that
are present when the gauge initially calibrates pose no problem because the calibration
accounts for their effect.
Examples:
• Tank walls
• Liners
• Insulation
However, when the materials change or you introduce new ones, the gauge reading can
be erroneous.
Examples:
• Insulation that you add after calibration absorbs the radiation and causes the gauge to
erroneously read upscale.
• Rapidly changing tank conditions due to material buildup. Regular standardizations
compensate for slowly changing tank conditions due to material buildup. See the
Calibration chapter for information on standardization.
Avoid source cross-talk

When multiple adjacent pipes or vessels have nuclear gauges, you must consider the
orientation of the source beams so each gauge senses radiation only from its appropriate
source.
The best orientation, in this case, is for the source holders to be on the inside with
radiation beams pointing away from each other.
Mounting the measuring assembly

Mounting options:
• Bracket mount
The L-bracket supports the electronics housing. For this type of mounting, the conduit
clamps should be spaced every 18" (45cm).
• Conduit mount

Installation
This type of mount consists of an adapter with a 2" conduit coupler (part number
240721). It provides an air hose fitting for applications that must cool the gauge. The
pole mount requires a nipple and union.
Note: The detector’s active area (where it is possible to make a level
measurement) is between 1" (25mm) from the bottom of the GEN2000
housing to the end of the flexible conduit. Mount the detector so this
area spans the measurement length.
Note: In some cases, the handle on the source holder operates a rotating
shutter. When installing or removing the assembly from the pipe, you
must turn the handle to the closed (OFF) position and lock the handle
with the combination lock provided.
FiberFlex mounting
Wiring the equipment
Note: If you received an interconnect drawing from Ohmart/VEGA or the

engineering contractor and the instructions differ from the instructions in
this manual, use the drawing. It may contain special instructions specific
to your order.

Installation
Use the drawing notes and the steps that follow to make the input and output connections.
Make the connections at the removable terminal strips mounted on the power board. To
access the power board, remove the explosion-proof housing cap.
Ohmart/VEGA provides an internal and external ground screw to connect the power Earth
ground wire. Remove the top cover; the internal ground screw is located at the front of the
housing. The external ground screw is located next to the conduit entry.
Power supply board
Internal housing
ground CPU board
RS-485 ground
(if applicable)
External
housing
ground
Mounting bracket
GEN2000 internal and external ground screw

Installation
AC or DC power input
L1
L2
RY NO Relay:
- normally open
RY C - common
RY NC - normally closed
Not used in HART applications
Auxiliary input power
Common
Auxiliary input frequency signal
Current loop output
Interconnecting terminals — GEN2000 with HART
Note: Not all connections are required for operation.
The power input terminals are not polarity-sensitive.
Power
Caution: Do not apply power until thoroughly checking all wiring.
The AC power source voltage input is 100 – 230 VAC ± 10% (90 – 250 VAC) at 50-60 Hz,
at 15 W (or 25 W with optional heater) maximum power consumption.
AC power must not be shared with transient-producing loads. Use an individual AC
lighting circuit. Supply a separate earth ground.
The DC power source voltage input is 20 – 60 VDC (< 100 mV, 1 – 1,000 Hz ripple) at
15 VA maximum power consumption. DC power cable can be part of a single cable 4-wire
hookup, or can be separate from output signal cable. (See Output current loop section.)

Installation
Use wire for power per local code. Use supply wire suitable for +40 °C above surrounding
ambient temperature. All field wiring must have insulation suitable for 250 volts or higher.
Note: HART signal may not operate with some isolating barriers or other non-
resistive loads.
Switch for CE compliance

For CE compliance, install a power line switch ≤ 1 m from the operator’s control station.
Output current loop

Output signal is 4 – 20 mA into 250 – 800 Ω. Pin 13 is + and Pin 14 is -. HART
communication protocol (BEL202 FSK standard) is available on these connections. The
output is isolated to standard ISA 50.1 Type 4 Class U.
When using signal (current loop or 4 – 20 mA output) cables that Ohmart/VEGA did not
supply, they must meet these specifications:
• Maximum cable length is 1,000 m (3,280')
• All wires should be per local code
When using DC power, the signal and power can run on a single cable 4-wire hookup
(2 wires for power, 2 for 4 – 20 mA).
Relay
Use relay contacts rated at 6 A at 240 VAC, 6 A at 24 VDC, or 1/4 HP at 120 VAC.
Frequency input signal is 0 – 100 kHz ≤, true digital.
RS-485
The maximum cable length is 609 meters (2,000'). Use shielded wire per local code.
Connect positive terminals together. Connect negative terminals together. Connect
ground terminals together.

Installation
System architecture
Sensor locations Control room
Auxiliary frequency input
Relay PC
RS-485
Interface mA
Optional Input to
Cable for power modem DCS
per local codes
Output signal
Power cable
Earth
ground Optional field
Housing ground communicator
ATEX ground
Emerson
375
Example GEN2000 level gauge wiring
Communication
The HART hand-held terminal can connect anywhere across the 4 mA – 20 mA wires to
communicate with the gauge. A minimum requirement is a 250 Ω load-resistance on the
current loop. A HART modem may connect across the 4 – 20 mA wires to enable
communication between the gauge and a PC.
Process alarm override switch

If the output relay is set as a process alarm relay (high- or low-level alarm), you can install
an override switch to manually deactivate the alarm. If you do not, the process alarm relay
de-energizes only when the measured level is out of the alarm condition.
Conduit
Conduit runs must be continuous and you must provide protection to prevent conduit
moisture condensation from dripping into any housings or junction boxes. Use sealant in
the conduit, or arrange the runs so they are below the entries to the housings and use
weep holes where permitted.
You must use a conduit seal-off near the housing when located in a hazardous area.
Distance must comply with local code.
If you use only one conduit hub, plug the other one to prevent dirt and moisture from entering.

Installation
Commissioning the gauge

Depending on the source holder’s type, the process of commissioning the gauge can
include:
• Taking appropriate radiation field tests
• Checking the pre-programmed setup parameters
• Calibrating on process
• Verifying the working of the gauge
You must remove the source holder lock or shield the first time the gauge takes
measurements in the field. Only persons with a specific license from the U.S. NRC,
Agreement State, or other nuclear regulatory body may remove the source holder lock.
Note: Users outside the U.S. must comply with the appropriate nuclear
regulatory body’s regulations in matters pertaining to licensing and
handling the equipment.
Field service commissioning call checklist

In many U.S. installations, an Ohmart/VEGA field service engineer commissions the
gauge. To reduce service time and costs, use this checklist to ensure the gauge is ready
for commission before the engineer arrives:
; Mount the source holder and detector per the Ohmart/VEGA certified drawings.
; Allow access for future maintenance.
; Make all wiring connections per the certified drawings and the section Wiring the
equipment on page 2-4. Tie in the wiring from the field transmitter analog output to
the distributed control system (DCS)/programmable logic controller (PLC)/chart
recorder.
; Ensure that the AC power to the transmitter is a regulated transient-free power
source. UPS type power is the best.
; If using DC power, verify that the ripple is < 100 mV, 1 – 1,000 Hz at 15 W.
Note: The equipment warranty is void if there is damage to the gauge due to
incorrect wiring not checked by the Ohmart/VEGA field service engineer.

Installation
; Have process ready for calibration.

; When possible, it is best to have process available near the low and high end of the
measurement span.
; When possible, it is best to be able to completely fill and empty the vessel at the high
and low levels for the initial calibration procedure, and at 10% increments in between
for the linearization procedure.
; Do not remove the lock or shield on the source holder. Notify Ohmart/VEGA Field
Service if there is damage to the source holder.

C H A P T E R
3
CALIBRATION
Chapter 3
Before using the gauge to make measurements, you must:

• Calibrate it to relate the detection of radiation from the source to the level of the
process material.
• Calibrate the current loop to a reference ammeter or the DCS.
• Periodically, you must standardize the system on process to adjust for changes over
time.
Calibration establishes a reference point or points that relate the detector output to actual
(or known) values of the process.
You must make a calibration on process before the gauge can make accurate
measurements. Perform the calibration after the installation and commission of the gauge
at the field site.
You do not need to repeat the calibration procedures if certain critical process and
equipment conditions remain unchanged. The gauge requires only a periodic
standardization to compensate for changing conditions.
Calibrating the current loop (analog output)

Calibrating the current loop adjusts the 4 mA – 20 mA output to a reference, the PLC/DCS
or a certified ammeter. It forces the 4 mA and 20 mA outputs to the external reference.
The Ohmart/VEGA factory pre-adjusts the current loop with a certified ammeter, so it is
very close to the outputs required.

Calibration
To correlate the 4 mA – 20 mA to the process value, set the span of the current loop
output.
Note: The current loop and process spans are independent and set separately.
The current loop span sets the level indications for the 4 mA and the
20 mA outputs. The process span sets the endpoints of the calibration
curve.
A direct measurement of the current is preferable: hook the meter up in series with the
instrument and the DCS. However, if you know the resistance of the DCS, use a voltage
measurement to calculate the current.
Measuring the current loop output

DCS
Rt Rt
Current meter Voltmeter
Detector Terminal block pins Detector Terminal block pins

housing 13 and 14 housing 13 and 14
Before a current loop calibration:

; Connect an ammeter or the DCS to:
• Terminal connections 13 (mA +) and 14 (mA -)
• Test points H1 and H2
• Anywhere along the current loop
; Make sure there is a 250 – 800 Ω load on the current loop. If no load or an insufficient
load exists on the loop, it may require temporary placement of a resistor across
terminals 13 and 14. Hook the meter or DCS in series with the load resistor.

Calibration
Procedure 3.1: To calibrate the current loop
1. Select Calibration | Current Loop Cal.

2. Click Execute.
3. Click OK.
4. Read the ammeter; enter the actual milliamp reading.
Note: If using a voltmeter, calculate the current value.
5. Click OK.
6. Click YES if the ammeter reads 4.00 mA or NO for any other reading.
7. Repeat until the meter reads 4.00 mA. The meter approaches the 4.00 mA
successively.
8. Read the ammeter; enter the actual milliamp reading.
9. Click OK.
10. Click OK.
You can check the current loop output calibration at any time by using the test mode to
output a user-specified milliamp setting. See page 4-10.

Calibration
Calibration methods
For each installation, you must choose a method to calibrate the gauge. In almost all
cases, the standard method is the best.
Table 3.1 Calibration methods

Standard method Simple method
Use if the gauge is required to be repeatable Use if the gauge is only required to be
and precisely or linearly indicate the level of repeatable, but need not precisely indicate
process throughout the span. the level of process.
Use for vessels in which it is critical to know Typically used for surge bins or other vessels
the precise level. under control that maintains one level.
The linearizer type chosen must be Non- The linearizer type chosen must be Linear
linear table. table.
Note: The simple method produces a measurement indication that is

repeatable but not precise between the Cal Low Level and Cal High
Level points. The measurement indication is not linear with respect to
the actual process level.
In some applications, precision is not critical and this method is valid.
Theory of calibration
Both calibration methods
Enter the values that define the maximum and minimum levels to measure. These
parameters are Max Level and Min Level, and must be set correctly before any of the
calibration steps.
Collection of data points nearest the maximum (but not higher) and minimum (but not
lower) levels occurs during calibration. See the procedure on page 3-9 to collect these
data points.

Calibration
The figure illustrates the effect on the final output of using the non-linear table vs. the
linear table for the linearizer. Using the non-linear table linearizer in the standard method
produces a linear output.
Maximum
Level
Standard
Indicated
Level
Simple
Minimum
Level
Minimum Actual Level Maximum
Level Level
Standard calibration method

This method requires collecting intermediate data points.
Cal Low Counts Min and Max Level data points
Intermediate data points

Raw Sensor Counts
Cal High Counts
Min Level
Max Level
Cal Low Cal High
Level Level
Actual Level (engineering units)
Linearizer data collected at various process levels

Calibration
The internal software calculates a linearizer curve based on data points. The curve is the
most accurate between the Cal Low Level and Cal High Level.
Cal Low Counts Standard
Raw Sensor Counts
Simple
Cal High Counts
Min Level Max Level
Cal Low Level Cal High Level
Actual Level (engineering units)

Raw counts vs. actual count level with linearizers
So, it is best to take the Cal Low and Cal High samples as close as possible to the Min
Level and Max Level to maximize the accuracy within the span.
The linearizer curve maps on 2 axes so it indicates % Count Range vs. % Span.
100%
Standard
% Count Range
Simple
0%
0% 100%
% Span
% Count range vs. % Span (in linearizer table)
To construct the linearizer table, a data point calculates for every 2.5% of the span. View
or edit these points in the Linearizer table screen.

Calibration
Simple calibration method

This method does not require collecting intermediate data points.
The internal software calculates a straight line between the Min Level and Max Level
based on the Cal Low Level and Cal High Level.
Choosing the linearizer type

The gauge’s response curve is non-linear, due to the measurement method of radiation
transmission. The linearizer determines the shape of the curve between the endpoints.
The gauge’s linearizer type is part of the signal processing necessary to produce a linear
final output with respect to the change in level of process material.
Table - Non-linear
Use this type for a standard method calibration. It takes into account the inherent non-
linearity of a nuclear transmission measurement, so it is more accurate than the linear
table.
The non-linear table can use data from:
• Linearizer lookup table (data points that you collect and enter during the calibration
process)
• Linearizer data from an earlier model Ohmart/VEGA level gauge
Table - Linear
Use this type for a simple method calibration. This type lets you use a linear (straight-line)
set of data for a linearizer lookup table. You do not need to collect linearizer table data
points. The straight-line linearizer calculates from the high and low-level calibration points.
This requires you to:
1. Perform a two point calibration.
2. Calculate the calibration.
It is less accurate because it does not compensate for the non-linearity of a radiation
transmission measurement.

Calibration
Procedure 3.2: To choose a linearizer type
1. Select Setup | Gauge Setup | Linearizer Type.

2. Click Table - Non-linear or Table - Linear.
Checking the gauge repeatability

Check the gauge’s measurement repeatability before performing the calibration.
To check the repeatability of the sensor, perform a data collection 3 – 4 times on the same
level. If the sensor counts vary widely, you should increase the Data collection interval
parameter.
Perform a data collection to enable simple measurement of the process, without altering
the calibration or standardization values. It lets the system measure the process and
report the number of sensor counts.

Calibration
Procedure 3.3: To perform a data collection
1. Select Calibrations | Data Collect.

2. Click Execute.
3. Set the process to a known point.
4. Click Start.
After the data collection, the number of counts output by the gauge appears.
5. Click Accept.
6. Repeat as often as necessary if checking repeatability.
Calibration procedures
Standard method Simple method
Includes these steps (see the following pages): Skips steps 3 and 4.
1. Setting the low level and collecting Cal Low data*
2. Setting the high level and collecting Cal High data*
3. Collecting the linearizer table data*
4. Calculating the linearity
5. Calculating the calibration
* Perform these data collection steps in any sequence, depending on your ability to empty
and fill the vessel.

Calibration
If using the standard method, it may be helpful to record the sensor counts and levels at
each step:
Table 3.2 Standard calibration sensor counts and levels record

Actual level (engineering
Data type Sensor counts units)
Cal low level (usually empty)
Linearizer data point 0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Cal high level (usually full)
Linearizer data point 10
1 Setting the low level and collecting Cal Low data

You must:
1. Use the gauge to measure the low process level.
2. Enter the actual level.
This sets the low end (sometimes called 0) of the calibration curve. Perform this
procedure before or after setting the high level.
Note: Perform a data collection for the low and high level within ten days of
each other for a good calibration. The low and high values must be >
10% of the process span apart for the most accurate calibration.
Increasing the process span usually increases the gauge accuracy.
Before starting the Cal Low data collection:

; Fill vessel to the low level.
; Have the actual level value ready to enter.

Calibration
Procedure 3.4: To set the cal low level
1. Select Calibration | 2 Point Calibration | Cal Low Collect.

2. Click Start.
3. Click Accept.
4. Enter the actual value in engineering units.
5. Click OK.
2 Setting the high level and collecting Cal High data

You must:
• Use the gauge to measure the high process condition.
• Enter the actual level.
This sets the gain of the calibration curve. Perform this procedure before or after setting
the low level.
Note: You must perform a data collection for the low and high level within 10
days of each other for a good calibration. The low and high values must
be > 10% of the process span apart for the most accurate calibration.
Increasing the process span usually increases the gauge accuracy.
Before starting the Cal High data collection:

; Fill vessel with high process, or close the source holder shutter to simulate high
process.

Calibration
; Have the actual level value ready to enter.

Procedure 3.5: To set the cal high level
1. Select Calibration | 2 Point Calibration | Cal High Collect.

2. Select Start.
3. Click Accept.
4. Enter the actual level process value in engineering units.
5. Click OK.
3 Collecting the linearizer table data

Note: The simple method skips this step.
This step lets you collect data points between the high and the low calibration points so
the gauge calculates a response curve based on your data.
Before collecting the linearizer table data:
; Prepare to set the level and take data for ≤10 levels (including the Cal Low and Cal
High levels).
; Prepare to enter the levels into the gauge.
; You can collect linearizer table data with the data collection for the Cal Low and Cal
High levels.

Calibration
Procedure 3.6: To collect linearizer table data
1. Select Calibration | Linearizer Data Pt | Create Data Point.

2. At the prompt, enter the actual known level of process.
3. Accept or reject the results when they appear.
4. Repeat procedure for all available levels.
.
Note: Include the data for the Cal Low and Cal High with the linearizer data
before you perform Calculate linearity. If you did not perform a linearizer
data collection while the process was at the levels for Cal Low and Cal
High, you can manually add those values to the linearizer data.
To add a data point to the linearizer data, you must know the level in
engineering units and the sensor counts.
4 Calculating the linearity

Note: The simple method skips this step.
After collecting the data for a linearizer table, the transmitter uses the data to calculate a
new calibration linearizer table. The Calc linearity function initiates this calculation.
You must perform this step before the Calculate Calibration step (see the next section).
Before calculating the linearizer:

Calibration
1. Select non-linear table for the linearizer curve.

2. Collect linearizer data.
Procedure 3.7: To calculate the linearizer
1. Select Calibration | Linearizer Data Pt | Recalculate.

2. Click OK to proceed with the linearity calculation. The linearizer table calculates
based on the level values.
5 Calculating the calibration

Procedure 3.8: To calculate the calibration
1. Select Calibration | 2 Point Calibration.

2. Click Calculate Results.
3. Click OK.
4. Click OK.
Repeating the calibration

Typically, the system requires only periodic standardization to compensate for drifts over
time.
However, these events require you to repeat the calibration:
• Measurement of a new process application (contact Ohmart/VEGA for
recommendation)
• Process requires a new measurement span
• Entering a new measurement span setting into the software
• Installing a new radiation source holder
• Moving the gauge to another location
• Changes to the process vessel (example: lining, insulation, or agitator)
• Excessive buildup or erosion of vessel that standardization cannot compensate for
(check standardize gain)
• Standardize gain > 1.2 after a standardization, indicating it made a 20% adjustment
from the last calibration

Calibration
Periodic process standardization

Standardization adjusts the system by resetting one point of the calibration curve to an
independently measured or known level.
The frequency of standardization depends on several factors, including the reading’s
accuracy.
During the standardization procedure, the system displays:
• A default value for the standardization condition
• A prompt to enter the actual level of the standardization condition
Standardization reminder
If you enable the standardization due alarm, the gauge produces an alarm when
standardization is due. The standardize interval is programmed in Setup | Cal
Parameters.

Calibration
Procedure 3.9: To standardize the gauge
1. Select Calibration | Standardize.

2. Click Execute.
3. Click OK.
4. Enter the reading.
5. Click Start.
6. Click Accept.
7. Enter the process value.
8. Click OK.
9. Click OK.

C H A P T E R
4
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS
Chapter 4
Functions not required for normal operation of the gauge are in the Ohmview2000
software under the Diagnostics and Gauge Info tabs. These functions are primarily for use
by Ohmart/VEGA personnel for advanced troubleshooting and repair.
Note: Ohmart/VEGA strongly recommends that you ask our advice before
using any advanced function.
Process chain
The process chain is a description of the gauge software’s calculation of a level
measurement from a radiation reading. In the Process Chain tab, you can view
intermediate values of the calculation to verify proper functionality of the software.

Advanced functions
Table 4.1 Process Chain tab — display values

Value Description
Sensor Temperature The internal probe's measurement of the sensor temperature.
Sensor Counts True counts output from the sensor, but before application of:
• Temperature compensation
• Standardize
• Sensor uniformity gains
Temp Comp Counts The temperature-compensated counts that are sensor counts with
application of temperature compensation.
Raw Counts Temperature compensated counts with application of uniformity gain.
Adjusted Counts Sum counts that are raw counts plus auxiliary raw counts. In most
applications, this does not use auxiliary input, so sum counts = raw
counts.
Source Decay Counts Sum counts with application of source decay gain.
Standardize Counts Displays standardize counts that are source decay counts with
application of standardization gain.
Percent Count Range The compensated measurement counts that express as a percent of the
counts at the high and low-endpoints of the calibration (determined with
the two point calibration.) This quantity shows where the current
measurement is in relation to the total count range.
% count range = 100 x (CL - CS) / (CL - CH)
where
CS = sum counts
CL,CH = counts at Cal Low level and Cal High level
CL-CH = counts range
Percent Process Span The measurement value as a percent of the measurement span. Enter
the maximum and minimum level values in the Setup tab.
A graph of percent count range vs. percent process span indicates the
non-linearity of the radiation transmission’s measurement. If using a
table linearizer, the values in the table are percent count range and
percent process span.
Unfiltered PV The level in inches without the time constant or rectangular window filter.
Uncompensated PV The level of process before any process compensation.
Final PV The process value in engineering units after applying the filter.This value
relates to the current loop output.
Aux Counts The frequency-input counts from optional auxiliary input.
Filtered Aux Counts The filtered auxiliary counts. Enter the filter dampening value for the
auxiliary input’s filter time-constant.

Advanced functions
Gauge Information
Process Variables tab
Table 4.2 Process Variables tab — display values

Value Description
Min PV The value, in process units, as entered in the setup tab. Use this to
Max PV calculate the measurement span.
Counts Low The temperature and sensor uniformity gain compensated counts
from the sensor at the Cal low level. Determining the Cal low level
occurs during the calibration.
Counts High The temperature and sensor uniformity gain compensated counts
from the sensor at the Cal high level. Determining the Cal high level
occurs during the calibration.
Sensor Temp Comp The current value of the temperature compensation gain. Use this to
Gain adjust for inherent sensor output change with temperature.
Uniformity Gain The current of the uniformity gain. Use this to force all level sensors
to output the same counts at a given radiation field. Most level
applications do not use uniformity gain and use a default of 1.0.
Source Decay Gain The current value of the source decay gain. Use this to compensate
for the natural decay of the radiation source, which produces a
lower field over time.
Stdz Gain The current value of the standardize gain that adjusts with each
standardize procedure.
HV Setting The set point for the sensor high voltage.

Advanced functions
Gauge Info tab
Scintillator sensor voltage
Firmware version on the

FLASH
Hardware’s version number
GEN2000 CPU board’s

serial number
GEN2000 unit’s serial

number
Sensor Coefficients
T0 – T3
Table 4.3 Gauge Info tab — additional display values
Value Description
Sensor Coefficients The algorithm that compensates for variations in measurement
output with changes in temperature uses temperature coefficients.
The factory determines the coefficients through rigorous testing. You
cannot change them through normal operation.
Procedure 4.1: To check the equipment version, serial numbers, and

temperature coefficients
1. Select Gauge Info | Gauge Info.

2. The Gauge Info tab appears.

Advanced functions
Min/Max History tab

The Min/Max History displays the minimum and maximum values for parameters since
the last min/max reset.
Table 4.4 Min/Max History tab — display values
Value Description
Sensor Counts The raw uncompensated counts from the detector
Aux in min/max The auxiliary input counts (if used)
Sensor Temperature The internal temperature of the scintillator sensor in the level gauge
Last reset The date of the last min/max reset
You can reset these values so they record from the time of the reset.
Procedure 4.2: To reset the min/max history
1. Select Gauge Info | Min/Max History.

2. Click Reset History.

Advanced functions
New hardware or corrupt EEPROM

The gauge contains 2 EEPROMs (electrically erasable programmable read only memory)
that store all data specific to that sensor/electronics pair for the installation.
The EEPROMs are located:
• On the CPU board
• On the sensor board
Each EEPROM contains a backup of the other. The system monitors both EEPROMs at
power-up to ensure accurate backups.
If you install a new CPU board, the EEPROM performs a backup of information on the
CPU and the sensor boards do not match. The software signals the discrepancy with an
error message. The gauge does not perform a backup in case the discrepancy is due to
EEPROM corruption rather than new hardware.
Note: Only use the New hardware functions if you replace the CPU or sensor
assembly. These functions are unnecessary if installing a new detector
assembly, which includes the CPU board and the sensor assembly.
New Hardware tab

Advanced functions
Responding to the New hardware found message

When new hardware is installed
When you install a new CPU board or sensor assembly, you must verify installation in
Ohmview 2000 to enable new backups of the EEPROMs.
Procedure 4.3: To verify the “New Hardware Found” message
1. Select Diagnostics | New hardware | New CPU or New Sensor.

2. Click OK.
When new hardware is not installed

If the error message New hardware found appears, an EEPROM is probably corrupt.
The messages “CPU EEPROM Corrupt” or “Sensor EEPROM Corrupt” may also appear
in the history.
Usually, you can repair the corruption using the EEPROM backup.
Caution: If you suspect an EEPROM is corrupt, please call Ohmart/VEGA
Field Service for advice before performing the following procedure.
Procedure 4.4: To repair the corruption using the EEPROM backup
1. Select Diagnostics | New Hardware | No New Hardware.

2. Click OK.
Test modes
In the test modes, the transmitter stops measuring the process material and allows
manual adjustment of critical variables for troubleshooting.
The test modes function independently, but you can use them in combination to test
multiple variable effects.
All test modes time out after one hour if you do not exit.
Caution: While in a test mode, the gauge is not measuring process, so its
current output does not reflect the process value. If your DCS is controlling from
the gauge's current output, remove the system from automatic control before
entering a test mode, as prompted by the software screens.

Advanced functions
Test
Test modes available:
Current Loop Test (milliamp output)

This mode manually forces the current output to a specified value. This is useful for
verifying the current loop calibration. To calibrate the current loop, see Chapter 3:
Calibration.
Procedure 4.5: To perform a current loop test
1. Select Diagnostics | Test | Current Loop Test.

2. Click Enter.
3. Remove the gauge from control.
4. Enter the current loop test value.
5. Click OK.
The transmitter functions in this mode until it times out (1 hour), or you click Exit
and OK.
Sensor Test
This mode simulates the sensor output at a number of raw counts you define. This is
before application of:
• Temperature compensation

Advanced functions
• Sensor uniformity gain

• Standardize gain
The true sensor output is ignored while the transmitter is in sensor test mode.
This mode is useful for verifying the electronics and software response to input counts
without having to:
• Change the process
• Shield the source
• Vary the radiation field
While in this mode, after entering a number of counts, it may be useful to look at the
Process Chain tab to view the variables affected by the raw counts value.
Procedure 4.6: To perform a sensor test
1. Select Diagnostics | Test | Sensor Test.

2. Click Enter.
3. Remove the gauge from control. Enter the value of the new counts to force.
4. Click OK.
and OK.
Auxiliary Input Test

This mode simulates the auxiliary input frequency at a user-defined number of counts.
The effect of auxiliary input counts depends on the auxiliary input mode.
Examples:
• Temperature probe
• Flow meter
• Second transmitter
While in this mode, after entering a number of counts, it may be useful to look at the
Process Chain tab to view the variables affected by the auxiliary input counts value.
Procedure 4.7: To perform an auxiliary input test
1. Select Diagnostics | Test | Auxiliary Input Test.

2. Click Enter.
3. Remove the gauge from control. Enter the auxiliary counts.

Advanced functions
4. Click OK.
and OK.
Relay Test
This mode manually toggles the relay On or Off to test the contacts. This is useful for
verifying whether alarm annunciators are functioning.
Procedure 4.8: To perform a relay test
1. Select Diagnostics | Test | Relay Test.

2. Select Energize relay or De-energize relay.
3. The transmitter functions in this mode until it times out (1 hour), or you click Exit.
Temperature Test
This mode manually forces the sensor’s temperature probe output to a specified value.
This is useful for verifying the scintillator sensor temperature compensation.
Procedure 4.9: To perform a temperature test
1. Select Diagnostics | Test | Temperature Test.

2. Click Enter.
3. Remove the gauge from control. Enter the value of the new temperature to force.
4. Click OK.
5. The transmitter functions in this mode until it times out (1 hour), or you click Exit
and OK.

Advanced functions
Selecting the transmitter’s type and location

Gauge Setup tab
Type
The GEN2000 density and level gauges look similar and use the same software. If your
level transmitter indicates Density, it was set incorrectly for a level application.
Procedure 4.10: To select the transmitter’s type
1. Select Setup | Gauge Setup | Gauge Type.

2. Select Level.
Location
The local transmitter refers to a gauge that has its sensor electronics and processing
electronics all contained in the same housing.
Set a gauge to Remote if the sensor electronics and processing electronics are in
separate housings and the process signal connects to the auxiliary input of the processing
electronics.

Advanced functions
Procedure 4.11: To select the transmitter’s location
1. Select Setup | Gauge Setup | Transmitter Location.

2. Select Local or Remote.

C H A P T E R
5
DIAGNOSTICS AND REPAIR
Chapter 5
Software diagnostics
The level transmitter system can alert users to potential problems by:
• Posting messages on the Ohmview 2000 message screen
• Energizing the output relay
• Distinctly changing the current loop output
• Tracking the current status and history in the Gauge status screens
Table 5.1 Alarm types

Name Description
Diagnostic Provides information about the level gauge system and alerts users when periodic
alarm procedures are due.
Analog alarm Sets the current loop mA output to 2 mA or 22 mA when the detector outputs 0
counts.
Process The process alarm lets the relay output trip when the process level is above (high
alarm limit) or below (low limit) a setpoint.
X-ray alarm Distinctly changes the current loop mA output in response to a marked increase in
the radiation field. This prevents control problems when external radiographic
sources are in the area for vessel inspections.

Diagnostics and repair
Table 5.2 Alarm type outputs

Diagnostic Analog Process X-ray
Option to trigger X X X
relay
Display HART Optional
message
Current loop X X
output affected
Gauge status and X
gauge history
Gauge Status tab
Diagnostic alarms and HART messages

Diagnostic conditions that are currently in alarm alert users by:
• Diagnostics screens in the Messages box on the main Ohmview 2000 screen
• HART messages that appear when a HART device connects if the diagnostic condition
is selected in Alarms | Diagnostic Alarm
• Relay output if it is set as a diagnostic alarm relay in Alarms | Relay Setup | Relay
Functions

Relay Setup tab
Gauge status diagnostics screens

• To check the system’s present status, select Diagnostics | Diagnostics tab.
• For historical information, select the Diagnostic History and STDZ History tabs.
Some conditions are self-repairing (example: RAM and EEPROM corruption). Therefore,
these may appear in history screens but not diagnostic screens.
Acknowledging diagnostic alarms

Diagnostic alarms turn off when the problem is solved, except these alarms:
• Source wipe due
• Shutter check due
• Standardize due
Perform the procedure to acknowledge them.
Note: If the relay is set as a diagnostic alarm, you must acknowledge all
diagnostic alarms to reset the relay.

Diagnostic alarm messages

Active alarm messages may appear on the Ohmview 2000 menu if the alarm condition is
selected. You can select individual alarm conditions in the Alarms | Diagnostic Alarm
Enable tab.
When a HART device initially connects to the gauge, any conditions in alarm appear on
the screen.
Table 5.3 Diagnostic alarm conditions

Diagnostic check
and Normal/Error HART message
conditions Diagnostic description Action
RAM Status – Pass/ RAM corrupt Consult Ohmart/VEGA Field
Fail RAM memory corruption occurred Service.
and was resolved internally.
Repeated triggering of this alarm
suggests a hardware problem.
Sensor EEPROM – Sensor EEPROM corrupt To check for recurrence,
Pass/Fail A critical memory corruption acknowledge the alarm. Cycle
occurred on the sensor pre-amp power to the unit.
board EEPROM that may not be If the alarm recurs, there is a
resolved internally. hardware problem. Perform the
procedure to repair the corrupted
EEPROM on page 4-7.
Real Time Clock Real time clock fail Reset the time and date. If they do
Status – Pass/Fail The clock failed. This can cause a not reset, call Ohmart/VEGA Field
miscalculation of timed events. (If Service.
the gauge had no power for > 28
days, reset the time and date.)
Sensor Temp Probe – Sensor temp probe fail Verify the sensor temperature on the
Pass/Fail The sensor temperature probe Gauge Info | Min/Max History tab.
may not be functioning, which If the temperature reads -0.5 °C
results in erroneous constantly, the probe is broken and
measurements. the sensor assembly may need
replacement. Call Ohmart/VEGA
Field Service.
Source wipe due – Source wipe due Acknowledge the alarm by logging
No/Yes a shutter check in the Source
Functions tab. See page 5-14.
CPU EEPROM – CPU EEPROM corrupt To check for recurrence,
Pass/Fail A non-critical memory corruption acknowledge the alarm. Cycle
occurred on the CPU board power to the unit.
EEPROM that may not be resolved If the alarm recurs, there is a
internally. hardware problem. Perform the
procedure to repair the corrupted
EEPROM on page 4-7.

Table 5.3 Diagnostic alarm conditions (continued)

Diagnostic check
and Normal/Error HART message
conditions Diagnostic description Action
Alarm type 1 – Not Not used in standard software. Consult Ohmart/VEGA special
used software.
Alarm type 2 – Not Not used in standard software. Consult Ohmart/VEGA special
used software.
Sensor Status? – Sensor fail Call Ohmart/VEGA Field Service.
Pass/Fail <1 count seen in the last 10
seconds. (Configurable by Field
Service.) Indicates the sensor is
malfunctioning.
Sensor Voltage Sensor high voltage fail Call Ohmart/VEGA Field Service.
Status – Pass/Fail The high voltage on the PMT is
outside the usable range.
Standardize Due – Standardize Due Perform a new standardization
No/Yes
Source Wipe Due – Source Wipe Due Perform a source wipe.
No/Yes Acknowledge it on the Source
Functions tab.
Shutter check due? – Shutter Check Due Perform a Shutter Check.
No/Yes Acknowledge it on the Source
Functions tab.
New hardware found? New hardware found – The CPU Contact Ohmart/VEGA Field
– No/Yes board detects a configuration Service. See page 4-8.
mismatch. The CPU board or
sensor assembly may have been
replaced, or one of the EEPROM
configurations is erroneous.
Process out of range? Process out of measurement Call Ohmart/VEGA Field Service.
– No/Yes range – The current process value
is not within the limits set by the
Max level and Min level in the
gauge span settings.
X-Ray Alarm – No/ Note that there are high levels of x- Contact Ohmart/VEGA for further
Yes ray in your area that may be information.
affecting process measurement.

Analog alarm
If the current loop output (analog output) is stable at 2 mA or 22 mA, the analog alarm is
set.
The analog alarm is set when the counts from the detector falls below a set threshold,
indicating that the detector is not outputting enough counts to make a meaningful
measurement. This is known as 0 counts.
If the analog alarm is on, verify:
; Source holder shutter is in the On or Open position to create the required radiation
field.
; Extreme build-up on walls or other material shielding the detector from the radiation
field.
; Damage or disconnection of electrical connections from the sensor assembly to the
CPU board.
Process alarm
This alarm alerts users when the process level is above (high limit) or below a setpoint
(low limit). Enter the choice of low or high limit and the setpoint on the Alarm | Relay
Setup tab.
This alarm works only with the output relay. HART messages, gauge status diagnostics,
and history information are not saved for this alarm.
The gauge acknowledges or resets the process alarm when the process value returns to
the setpoint value. Depending on your usage of the process alarm relay, you may install a
process alarm override switch to manually turn off an annunciator when the gauge relay
energizes.
X-ray alarm
This alarm compensates for falsely indicated process values that occur when the gauge
detects external radiographic sources (example: vessel weld inspections often use
portable radiographic (x-ray) sources). X-rays that the gauge detects can cause a false
low reading and adversely affect any control based on the gauge output.
This alarm can:
• Alter the current loop output to indicate the alarm condition
• Trip the output relay, if it is configured to do so

The level gauge enters the x-ray alarm condition when it detects a radiation field above a
set threshold. The gauge sets the current loop output at its value 10 seconds before the
condition. It periodically dithers the output about the average, cycling until the radiation
field is back to the normal level or until a time-out period of 60 minutes.
The standard x-ray alarm only triggers when the counts are greater than the Cal Low
count value. These counts are found on the process variable menu. If the x-ray source is
configured so the counts increase but do not exceed the Cal Low counts, the x-ray alarm
does not trigger and the gauge reads the x-ray interference as a true process shift.
Auxiliary x-ray alarm

To detect x-rays that are causing process changes, a second detector can be placed
outside of the radiation beam of the primary detector. The second detector only monitors
x-ray interference, and has a frequency output that wires to the auxiliary input of the
primary detector.
The primary detector's programming triggers the x-ray alarm when the counts of the
secondary detector are above a threshold.
Call Ohmart/VEGA for more information.
current loop output (mA)
output 10s
before x-ray
Dither level
time (ms)
Dither time
Cycle period
X-ray interference alarm output

History information
Diag History
You can view the newest

and oldest trigger records
for these events:
The Diagnostics | Diag History tab displays information about critical events.
Use this information to determine whether a problem recently occurred and was internally
repaired (example: EEPROM corruption).
Troubleshooting
Two circuit boards in the level gauge are field-replaceable.
Caution: A minimum of 10 minutes should be allowed after de-
energizing, before opening the GEN2000 for internal inspection to
permit cooling and full capacitor discharge.

Circuit board identifications
Power supply board
Internal housing CPU board

ground screw
RS-485 ground
(if applicable)
External
housing
ground screw
Mounting
bracket
GEN2000 circuit board identification

Power Supply Board (simplified component layout)
CPU Board LEDs
Test points
Located on the power supply and CPU board.
Table 5.4 Power supply board test point labels

Label Description
H1 HART connection
H2 HART connection
TP1 Isolated ground
TP2 Loop current test point 200 mV/mA loop current. Referenced to isolated ground.
Table 5.5 CPU test point labels

Label Description
Count Raw input signal coming from the preamplifier.
GND Logic ground
U5 pin 8 +5 V power supply test points. Referenced to logic ground.

Jumpers
Jumpers JP1 and JP2 on the power supply board set the current loop source or sink
mode.
Note: Do not change the jumpers from the current setting without calling
Ohmart/VEGA Field Service.
Table 5.6 Jumper settings

Mode Gauge current loop Jumper setting
Source mode Self-powered JP1 1-2, JP2 2-3
Sink mode DCS-powered JP1 2-3, JP2 1-2
The level gauge does not use jumpers J1 – J4 on the CPU board.
LED indicators
Table 5.7 Power supply LED indicators
Normal
LED Description Condition Error condition Recommendation
+6 V +6 V DC ON OFF – electronics are not Verify +6 V on test points.
voltage receiving +6 V DC voltage Check fuse on power supply
level to required for functioning. board. Check power input
electronics terminals 1, 2.
+24 Analog ON OFF – 24 V not present on 4 Check loop wiring and
V output loop – 20 mA output. jumpers JP1, JP2 on power
voltage 4 – 20 mA output and HART supply board. Replace power
communications are bad. supply board.
Rela Relay ON = relay is None Check against relay output
y condition energized. terminals 3, 4, and 5. If no
indicator OFF = relay is relay output, replace power
de-energized. supply board.
CPU board LED indicators

Use the LED indicators on the CPU board to check the basic functioning of the gauge.
They are visible when you remove the explosion-proof housing pipe cap.
On
Note: If the LED band displays the Memory Corrupt pattern, call
FIELD
FIELD
H A RT
H A RT
M EM
M EM
A UX
A UX
CPU
CPU
HV
HV
Blinking
Ohmart/VEGA Field Service to report this condition. The
gauge does not operate if the FLASH chip is corrupt. Off
Normal LED pattern Memory corrupt pattern
CPU LED memory corrupt pattern

Table 5.8 CPU board LED summary

LED Description Normal condition Error condition Recommendation
Mem Memory OFF 1 blink: CPU Check software
corruption EEPROM corrupt diagnostics. Call Ohmart/
(EEPROMs and 2 blinks: Sensor VEGA Field Service.
FLASH) EEPROM corrupt
3 blinks: Both
EEPROMs
corrupt
4 blinks: RAM
corrupt
5 blinks: Memory
mismatch
ON solid:
combination of
errors
HART HART ON – blinks when None Check HART device
communication receiving HART connection on loop and
indicator messages HART device functioning.
CPU Central Blinks at rate of 1 time per LED does not Check power input.
processing unit second blink. CPU not Replace CPU board.
on CPU board functioning.
Aux Auxiliary input Blinks if auxiliary input None Check auxiliary input
frequency present. OFF if no wiring terminals 11 and
signal indicator auxiliary input present 12 with a meter for
frequency signal.
Check auxiliary input
equipment.
HV Sensor high ON – high voltage is OFF – high Call Ohmart/VEGA Field
voltage within specification voltage is outside Service
of specification
Field Radiation field Cycles in proportion to None Check for closed source
indicator radiation field intensity at shutter, buildup, and
detector. ON for 10 insulation.
seconds for each mR/hr,
then off for 2 seconds.
(Can use LED 5 that
blinks 1 time/sec to time
LED1 for field indicator.)

Maintenance and repair

Periodic maintenance schedule
Since the Ohmart/VEGA gauge contains no moving parts, very little periodic maintenance
is required. We suggest this schedule to prevent problems and comply with radiation
regulations:
Table 5.9 Periodic maintenance schedule

Description Frequency Procedure
Standardize As required by process conditions, Calibration chapter
usually at least once a month
Source holder Every 6 months unless otherwise Radiation safety instructions
shutter check required by the appropriate nuclear shipped separately with source
regulatory body holder and following instructions
Source wipe Every 3 years unless otherwise Radiation safety instructions
required by the appropriate nuclear shipped separately with source
regulatory body holder and following instructions
Source Functions

Recording the source wipe and shutter check

You can use the gauge’s diagnostic alarms to remind you when a source wipe and shutter
check are due. If you do, you must record the source wipes and shutter checks in the
software to acknowledge the alarm and reset the timer.
Perform this procedure after a source wipe or a shutter check.
Procedure 5.1: To record a source wipe or shutter check
1. Select Setup | Source Functions.

2. Click Record Wipe or Record Shutter Check.
Procedure 5.2: To change the due date of source wipe or shutter check
1. Select Setup | Source functions.

2. Change the number of days in the Wipe Interval or Shutter Check Interval field.
3. Click OK.
Field repair procedures

Very few parts are field repairable, but you can replace entire assemblies or boards.
These parts are replaceable:
• CPU circuit board
• Power supply circuit board
Note: Use great care to prevent damage to the electrical components of the
gauge. Ohmart/VEGA recommends appropriate electrostatic discharge
procedures.

Spare parts
See page 1-13 for contact information. Ask for parts and repairs.
Table 5.10 Spare parts

Description Part Number
Power supply board 241519
CPU board 239622
125 mA fuse on power supply 238661
2A fuse on power supply 240539
HART Modem kit 237857
Ohmview 2000 Software 243008
Replacing the CPU or Power supply board

You may have to replace a circuit board if there is damage to one of its components.
Before replacing a circuit board, check the troubleshooting flowcharts or call Ohmart/
VEGA Field Service to be sure a replacement is necessary.
The sensor EEPROM contains a backup of the CPU board EEPROM. After replacing the
CPU board, you must perform a memory backup to update the CPU board’s EEPROM
with the information in the sensor board EEPROM.
Procedure 5.3: To replace the CPU or power supply board
1. Shut off the power to the gauge.

2. Remove the housing’s cover.
3. Remove the plastic electronics cover.
4. Remove the terminal wiring connector.
5. Remove the screws from the top hold-down plate.
6. Carefully pull the 2 boards (still attached to their mounting bracket) out of the
housing. As you pull the CPU board out, try not to damage the ribbon cable that
attaches to the sensor.
7. Remove the cable between the CPU and power supply boards.
8. Remove the appropriate board from its mounting bracket and replace it with a
new board. If changing the CPU board, disconnect the sensor connector from the
CPU board. When you install the new CPU board, reconnect the sensor
connector.
9. Reconnect the cable between the CPU and power supply boards.

10. Carefully install the circuit boards in the housing. Try not to damage the sensor
cable on the CPU board.
11. Secure the brackets back to the hold-down plate.
12. Reconnect the terminal wiring connector.
13. Install the plastic electronics cover.
14. Install the housing cover.
15. Apply power to the unit. Connect a HART communicator to the unit (a HART
handheld or the Ohmart/VEGA software program) to verify that the unit is
operational.
Note: If you change the CPU board, a New Hardware Found error message
appears when you connect with the HART communicator. This is normal.
Follow the procedure on page 4-7 for installing new hardware so the
non-volatile memory on the CPU configures properly.
Returning equipment for repair to Ohmart/VEGA

Have this information ready:
; Product model that is being returned for repair
; Description of the problem
; Ohmart/VEGA Customer Order (C.O.) Number
; Purchase order number for the repair service
; Shipping address
; Billing address
; Date needed
; Method of shipment
; Tax information

Procedure 5.4: To return equipment for repair
1. Contact your local Ohmart/Vega representative, using the information on

page 5-20, and ask for repair service.
2. Ohmart/VEGA assigns the job a material return authorization (MRA) number.
Note: You must first contact Ohmart/VEGA and receive a material return
authorization number (MRA) before returning any equipment.
Ohmart/VEGA reserves the right to refuse any shipment not
marked with the MRA number.
3. Indicate the MRA on the repair service purchase order.

4. Clearly mark the shipping package with the MRA number.
5. Send the confirming purchase order and the equipment to your local
representative, to the attention of the repair department. See Customer Service on
page 1-13 for contact information.


Index
A device description, 1-8
Diagnostic alarm, 5-1
Acknowledging diagnostic alarms, 5-3
diagnostic alarm
Adj counts, 4-2
Advanced Functions, 4-1 acknowledging, 5-4
messages, 5-4
Advanced Fxns, 4-1
resetting relay, 5-3
alarm
analog alarm, 5-6 diagnostic history, 5-8
Alarm type outputs, 5-2
Analog alarm, 5-1 E
analog alarm EEPROM corruption repair, 4-7
acknowledging, 5-6
analog output. See current loop output, 3-1
output fixed at 2mA or 22mA, 5-6 F
applications, 1-5 Field service. See Ohmart Customer Service, 1-10
Auxiliary Input Test mode, 4-11 Firmware version, 4-4
Auxiliary x-ray alarm, 5-7 FLASH, 4-4
FLASH corrupt
LED pattern, 5-11
C
calibration
current loop (analog output), 3-1 G
initial simple method of, 3-4 gain, 3-12
initial. See initial calibration, 3-3 Gauge Info, 4-4
process, 3-3 Gauge Info tab, 4-4
Counts High, 4-3 ground screw, internal and external, 2-5
Counts Low, 4-3
CPU board H
jumpers, 5-11
hand-held terminal, 1-8
LED indicators, 5-11 Hardware version, 4-4
replacing, 5-14, 5-16
HART Communicator, 1-8
CPU EEPROM corrupt, 4-7
HART load resistance, 1-8
alarm acknowledge, 5-3, 5-4 History information, 5-8
in diagnostic history, 5-8
HV Setting, 4-3
CPU EEPROM status
diagnostics check, 5-4
CPU serial number, 4-4 I
current loop initial calibration, 3-3
calibrating on the bench, 2-1, 2-2 repeating, 3-15
calibration, 3-1 theory of, 3-4
output fixed at 2mA or 22mA, 5-6
output test mode, 4-8
power source or sink mode, 5-11
J
jumpers, 5-11
Customer Order (C.O.) Number, 1-10
required for repairs, 5-17
L
D LED indicators, 5-11
Level instead of density is indicated. See Select gauge
Data collection interval
using data collect on sample to check interval, 3-9 type, 4-12
linear table, 3-8
DCS, 2-9
linearizer
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Index
choosing, 3-7 Real time clock fail

linear table, 3-8 alarm acknowledge, 5-4
non-linear table, 3-7 in diagnostic history, 5-8
Real time clock test
M Relay Test mode, 4-11
Max Level, 3-4
repairs
Max level, 4-3 material return authorization (MRA) number, 5-18
Min Level, 3-4
returning equipment to Ohmart, 5-17
Min level, 4-3
Min/Max History, 4-5
S
SD (source decay) counts, 4-2
N Select gauge location, 4-13
New hardware Select gauge type, 4-12, 4-13
advanced function, 4-6
Sensor Coefficients, 4-4
New hardware found
Sensor EEPROM corrupt, 4-7
alarm acknowledge, 5-5 alarm acknowledge, 5-4
Sensor EEPROM status
New hardware found message Sensor fail
responses to, 4-7
alarm acknowledge, 5-5
No device found message, 5-11
non-linear table, 3-7 Sensor high voltage fail
alarm acknowledge, 5-5
O Sensor Serial Number, 4-4
Ohmart Customer Service, 1-10 Sensor status
Field Service, 1-10 diagnostics check, 5-5
Ohmart Field Service, 5-17 Sensor temp probe
Ohmart View software, 1-9 alarm acknowledge, 5-4
differences with communicator, 1-8 Sensor temperature
Ohmart/VEGA in diagnostic history, 5-8
Parts and repairs, 5-15 Sensor Test mode, 4-10
Ohmart/VEGA Field Service, 1-10 Sensor voltage, 4-4
Sensor voltage status
P shutter check
Periodic process standardization, 3-15 frequency, 5-14
PLC, 2-9 recording when complete, 5-15
Process alarm, 5-1 Shutter check due
process alarm, 5-6 alarm acknowledge, 5-5
override switch, 5-6 diagnostics check, 5-5
Process chain, 4-1 Source Decay Gain, 4-3
Process out of range source wipe
alarm acknowledge, 5-5 frequency, 5-14
diagnostics check, 5-5 recording when complete, 5-15
Source wipe due
R alarm acknowledge, 5-4
source wipe due
RAM corrupt
alarm acknowledge, 5-4 diagnostics check, 5-4
spare parts, 5-15
RAM status
specifications
LFXG-H, 1-4
Raw counts, 4-2
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Index
standardization due alarm, 3-16 Uniformity Gain, 4-3

Standardize Gain, 4-3
Standardize gain, 3-15
storage, 1-3
V
vessel agitators
effect, 2-3
T
TC (temperature compensated) counts, 4-2
Temp Comp Gain, 4-3
X
x-ray alarm, 5-1, 5-6
Temperature Test mode, 4-12
Test modes, 4-8
Z
U zero counts, 5-6
Uncompensated level, 4-2
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LFXG-H Detector

with GEN2000® Electronics

Manual part number 31386-US

Copyright© 2006 Ohmart/VEGA Corporation, Cincinnati, Ohio. All rights reserved.

Warning: To ensure CE compliance, use this equipment only in the

LFXG-H Installation and Operation Guide

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Protective ground terminal

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Nuclear materials notice

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Unpacking the equipment

Caution: You must be familiar with radiation safety practices in accordance

; Unpack the unit in a clean, dry area.

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Storing the equipment

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Table 1.1 LFXG-H specifications (continued)

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Table 1.1 LFXG-H specifications (continued)

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• Wastewater treatment tanks

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• Communication device (HART modem with PC and Ohmart/VEGA software or

LFXG-H Installation and Operation Guide 1-7

GEN2000 exploded view

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Communicating with the gauge

Using a field communicator

LFXG-H Installation and Operation Guide 1-9

Using Ohmview 2000 Software on a PC

Example of Ohmview 2000 Software

The Ohmview 2000 Software includes:

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Table 1.2 Contact information

Have this information ready

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Testing on the bench

Bench test setup

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Avoid internal obstructions

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Avoid external obstructions

Avoid source cross-talk

Mounting the measuring assembly

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Wiring the equipment

Note: If you received an interconnect drawing from Ohmart/VEGA or the

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Power supply board

GEN2000 internal and external ground screw

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Not used in HART applications

Auxiliary input power

Current loop output

Interconnecting terminals — GEN2000 with HART

Note: Not all connections are required for operation.

The power input terminals are not polarity-sensitive.

Caution: Do not apply power until thoroughly checking all wiring.

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