46-605 Flanged External Cage
46-605 Flanged External Cage
Float
Actuated
Liquid
Level
Switches
Read this Manual Before Installing Warranty
This manual provides information on the Flanged All Magnetrol mechanical level and flow controls are war-
External Cage Liquid Level Switches. It is important that ranted free of defects in materials or workmanship for
all instructions are read carefully and followed in three full years from the date of original factory ship-
sequence. Detailed instructions are included in the ment.
Installation section of this manual.
If returned within the warranty period; and, upon factory
Conventions Used in this Manual inspection of the control, the cause of the claim is
determined to be covered under the warranty; then,
Certain conventions are used in this manual to convey
Magnetrol will repair or replace the control at no cost to
specific types of information. General technical material,
the purchaser (or owner) other than transportation.
support data, and safety information are presented in
narrative form. The following styles are used for notes,
Magnetrol shall not be liable for misapplication, labor
cautions, and warnings.
claims, direct or consequential damage or expense arising
from the installation or use of equipment.
NOTES There are no other warranties expressed or implied, except
Notes contain information that augments or clarifies special written warranties covering some Magnetrol prod-
an operating step. Notes do not normally contain ucts.
actions. They follow the procedural steps to which
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If equipment is used in a manner not specified by
manufacturer, protection provided by equipment may
be impaired.
Flanged External Cage
Float Actuated
Liquid Level Switches
Table of Contents
1.1 Unpacking
Serial # _____________________________________
Caution: Do not discard the shipping container until all parts are
accounted for.
1.3 Piping
1.5 Wiring
Caution: All Flanged Float Cage units are shipped from the factory
with the enclosing tube tightened and the switch housing
set screw locked to the enclosing tube. Failure to loosen
the set screw prior to repositioning the supply and output
connections may cause the enclosing tube to loosen,
resulting in possible leakage of the process liquid or vapor.
Flanged float cage controls are shipped with the conduit
entry of the switch housing placed 180° opposite the tank
connections to simplify most installations. If this configu-
ration is appropriate to the installation, proceed to Step 4
to begin wiring the unit. If another configuration is
desired, the switch housing can be easily rotated by first
following Steps 1, 2, and 3.
NOTE: A switch or circuit breaker shall be installed in close proximity
to equipment and within easy reach of operator. It shall be
marked as the disconnecting device for equipment.
Screw
Set
1. Loosen set screw(s) at base of switch housing. Refer to
Screw Figure 1.
Figure 1
2. Switch housing may be rotated 360° to allow correct
positioning of conduit outlet.
3. Tighten set screw(s) at base of switch housing.
4. Unscrew and remove switch housing cover. The threads
have been lubricated to facilitate removal.
NOTE: For supply connections, use wire with a minimum rating of
+167 °F (+75 °C) as required by process conditions. Use a
minimum of 14 AWG wire for power and ground field wires.
5 2
6 3
Load Load
Close on low level Close on low level
Common Common
Figure 3
DPDT Terminals for Series HS only
2.1 Description
Pivot
Enclosing tube 2.3 Operating Cycle
(non-magnetic)
Return
Spring Magnet
Sleeve (magnetic) As the liquid level rises in the chamber, the float moves the
magnetic attraction sleeve up within the enclosing tube
Float and into the field of the switch mechanism magnet. As a
result, the magnet is drawn in tightly to the enclosing
Normal tube, causing the switch to trip making or breaking an
operating level electrical circuit. Refer to Figure 4.
As the liquid level falls, the float drops and moves the
attraction sleeve out of the magnetic field, releasing the
Figure 4
switch mechanism magnet. The tension spring ensures the
return of the switch in a snap action. Refer to Figure 5.
Tandem float units incorporate two floats which operate
independently. They are arranged so that the lower float
actuates the upper switch mechanism while the upper float
actuates the lower switch mechanism. The upper float is
attached to the lower attraction sleeve by means of a hol-
Swing out low stem. The lower float attaches to the upper attraction
position
sleeve with a solid stem which extends upward through the
upper float and stem assembly.
Drop bottom jam nuts to NOTE: To widen the differential by one inch, the lower jam nuts must
increase gap setting
(see instructions below)
be set proportionately lower on the stem (i.e., in this example
by 1 inch).
Sleeve stop
strap 2. Make sure power source is turned off.
3. Unscrew and remove switch housing cover.
4. Disconnect power supply wires from switch mechanism.
Pull wires out of conduit connection opening in housing
base. Refer to Figure 8.
5a. Perform system shut-down procedures as required to relieve
pressure from float chamber of control. Allow unit to cool.
5b. Close shut-off valves (if so equipped) to isolate control
from tank. Drain off liquid in float chamber.
Float 5c. On installations without shut-off valves, relieve pressure
from the tank. Drain liquid in tank to a level below the
connections of the float chamber.
Figure 7
Differential adjustment NOTE: Level control, connections and pipe lines need not be
removed from the tank.
➀ Dual stage units with “HS” switches are not ATEX approved.
➁ IEC Installation Instructions:
The cable entry and closing devices shall be Ex d certified suitable for the conditions of use and correctly installed.
For ambient temperatures above +55 °C or for process temperatures above +150 °C, suitable heat resistant cables shall be used.
Heat extensions (between process connection and housing) shall never be insulated.
Special conditions for safe use:
When the equipment is installed in process temperatures higher than +85 °C the temperature classification must be reduced
according to the following table as per IEC60079-0.
Sp. & Socket Weld Upper Side/Bottom Side/Side Levels & Socket Weld Upper Side/Bottom Side/Side Levels
gr. A B C A B C A B C HL LL A B C A B C A B C HL LL
C29 .76 9.75 3.44 14.38 13.81 6.87 18.38 14.46 6.87 19.06 2.02 2.92 247 87 365 350 174 466 367 174 484 51 74
D30 .65 9.00 3.69 13.12 13.06 7.12 17.19 13.71 7.12 17.88 1.87 2.70 228 93 333 331 180 436 348 180 454 47 68
J30 .48 1.97 2.70 50 68
10.00 4.75 15.06 14.06 8.18 19.12 14.71 8.18 19.75 254 120 382 357 207 485 374 207 501
L30 .40 2.60 3.34 66 84
B60 .68 1.46 2.13 37 54
9.62 4.22 14.69 13.68 7.68 18.75 14.33 7.68 19.38 244 107 373 347 195 476 383 195 492
C60 .55 1.93 2.66 49 67
Levels ± 0.25" (6 mm)
8.46
10.12 (215)
(257) 8.46
10.12 (215)
(257)
D D
plugged D D
plugged
HL
LL
HL
C LL
A
C
A
5.93
(151)
3.78
(96)
Conduit Connections D
Electrical Switches
TYPE 4X/7/9: 1" NPT
8.46 Group B: 1" NPT
10.12 (215)
(257) Pneumatic Switches
TYPE 1: 1
⁄4" NPT
D D
plugged
NOTES:
1. Switch actuating levels (HL & LL) are given for
HL minimum specific gravity conditions. Levels will be
LL lower in the float chamber for higher specific gravities.
2. Standard process connections are a combination of
C 1" NPT and 1" socket weld coupling.
3. Allow overhead clearance of 10" (254 mm) for
A NEMA 4X/7/9 housing.
Side/Side Flanged
IMPORTANT:
When ordering, please specify:
A. Model and serial number of control.
B. Replacement assembly (kit) part number.
NOTE: All replacement assemblies listed are furnished in kit form for standard base models. Consult local representative for ordering assistance
on all special model replacement parts or accessories not included in above listing.
➀ For models with -2 material codes, consult factory for spare parts.
➁ Model D30 unit is specially designed for Dowtherm “A” service only, with Hastelloy C enclosing tube.
➂ Kits are units with 1” NPT or SW side/bottom connections. For other configurations, consult factory.
√ Furnished with one Series C, SPDT Snap Switch and NEMA 4X/7/9 cast aluminum switch housing.
16 1 Housing cover
3 2 Housing base
17
14 3 Switch mechanism
15 4 Enclosing tube
2 1 5 Enclosing tube gasket
6 Head flange
13
7 Studs and bolts
8 Hex nuts
9 Flange gasket
4 6
10 Stop strap
9 5 11 Screws
12 Upper float and stem assembly
8 13 Lower attraction sleeve
11
7 14 Spacer washer
15 Retaining ring
10 16 Jam nuts
17 Upper attraction sleeve
18 Lower float and stem assembly
12 19 Safety stop washer
20 Float chamber
21 Chamber liner (not shown)
19
IMPORTANT:
When ordering, please specify:
20 A. Model and serial number of control.
18 B. Replacement assembly (kit) part number.
NOTE: All replacement assemblies listed are furnished in kit form for standard base models. Consult local representative for ordering assistance
on all special model replacement parts or accessories not included in above listing.
➀ Specify model and serial number when ordering special order items.
➁ Model D30 unit is specially designed for Dowtherm “A” service only, with Hastelloy® C enclosing tube.
MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
1 Carbon steel chamber, 316 stainless steel float, 400 stainless steel sleeve
2 Carbon steel chamber, 316 stainless steel float, 316 stainless steel sleeve