User Manual Q&AAnswer
Jul 26, 2025 - 10:12 AM
To properly install and set up the MOLLET VF62 Compact Sensor for use as a level limit switch in silos and vessels, follow these steps as outlined in the user manual:
1. **Installation and Safety:**
- Installation, initial operation, and maintenance must be done by a qualified expert with electrical know-how.
- Check if the device is compliant with the specifications for process and ambient temperature as well as the measuring range.
- Use devices with identification marking in potentially explosive atmospheres.
- Follow local regulations and the VDE 0100 for electrical connections.
- Ensure correct cable entry, gland, and sealing.
- Only operate the device when closed and the cover sealing is intact.
2. **Intended Use and Operation:**
- The device is intended for use as a level limit switch for bulk solids in silos and bins.
- Operate the device within specified temperature ranges and protect the electronics compartment against pollution.
- Stop operation if the device becomes damaged.
3. **Function and Information for Use:**
- The device operates by stimulating the oscillation of a vibration rod, which is damped when covered by bulk solids.
- Adjust switch points based on bulk density.
- Protect the housing from direct sunlight and high temperatures.
- Ensure the device is not mounted near the filling stream to prevent damage.
4. **Technical Data and Installation Possibilities:**
- Follow electrical data specifications for power supply and relay signal.
- Choose the appropriate sensor version for your mounting needs.
- Install the device in a way that protects it from bulk solids crashing down and moisture seeping inside.
5. **Maintenance and Disposal:**
- The device requires minimal maintenance, but clean the vibrating blade periodically if needed.
- Inspect for corrosion in corrosive atmospheres.
- Dispose of the device according to environmental legislation.
By following these guidelines and instructions from the user manual, you can properly install and set up the for effective use as a level limit switch in your silos and vessels.
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