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Brief Operating Instructions

Proservo NMS81
Tank Gauging

These Instructions are Brief Operating Instructions; they are

not a substitute for the Operating Instructions pertaining to
the device.
Detailed information about the device can be found in the
Operating Instructions and the other documentation:
Available for all device versions via:
• Internet: [Link]/deviceviewer
• Smart phone/tablet: Endress+Hauser Operations App
 Proservo NMS81

Order code: XXXXX-XXXXXX

1. Ser. no.: XXXXXXXXXXXX
Ext. ord. cd.: [Link]

Serial number

2. [Link]/deviceviewer Endress+Hauser
Operations App

3.

A0023555

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Table of contents
1 About this document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.1 Document conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.2 Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

2 Basic safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2.1 Requirements for the personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2 Designated use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.3 Workplace safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.4 Operational safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.5 Product safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

3 Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.1 Product design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

4 Incoming acceptance and product identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

4.1 Incoming acceptance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.2 Product identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.3 Storage and transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

5 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.1 Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.2 Mounting of the device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

6 Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
6.1 Terminal assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
6.2 Connecting requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
6.3 Ensuring the degree of protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

7 Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
7.1 Operating methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
7.2 Terms related to tank measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
7.3 Initial settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
7.4 Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
7.5 Configuration of the inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
7.6 Linking measured values to tank variables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
7.7 Configuration of the limit evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
7.8 Configuration of the signal output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

1 About this document

1.1 Document conventions
1.1.1 Safety symbols
DANGER
This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation will result in
serious or fatal injury.
WARNING
This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation can result in
serious or fatal injury.

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CAUTION
This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation can result in
minor or medium injury.
NOTICE
This symbol contains information on procedures and other facts which do not result in
personal injury.

1.1.2 Electrical symbols

Alternating current

Direct current and alternating current

Direct current

Ground connection
A grounded terminal which, as far as the operator is concerned, is grounded via a grounding
system.
Protective earth (PE)
Ground terminals that must be connected to ground prior to establishing any other
connections.
The ground terminals are located on the interior and exterior of the device:
• Interior ground terminal: protective earth is connected to the mains supply.
• Exterior ground terminal: device is connected to the plant grounding system.

1.1.3 Tool symbols

Phillips head screwdriver

Flat blade screwdriver

Torx screwdriver

Allen key

Open-ended wrench

1.1.4 Symbols for certain types of information and graphics

Permitted
Procedures, processes or actions that are permitted

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Preferred
Procedures, processes or actions that are preferred

Forbidden
Procedures, processes or actions that are forbidden

Tip
Indicates additional information

Reference to documentation

Reference to graphic

Notice or individual step to be observed

1. , 2. , 3.
Series of steps

Result of a step

Operation via operating tool

Write-protected parameter
1, 2, 3, ...
Item numbers
A, B, C, ...
Views

Safety instructions
Observe the safety instructions contained in the associated Operating Instructions

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1.2 Documentation
The following documentation types are available in the Downloads area of the Endress
+Hauser website ([Link]/downloads):
For an overview of the scope of the associated Technical Documentation, refer to the
following:
• W@M Device Viewer ([Link]/deviceviewer): Enter the serial number from
nameplate
• Endress+Hauser Operations App: Enter the serial number from the nameplate or scan
the 2D matrix code (QR code) on the nameplate

1.2.1 Technical Information (TI)

Planning aid
The document contains all the technical data on the device and provides an overview of the
accessories and other products that can be ordered for the device.

1.2.2 Brief Operating Instructions (KA)

Guide that takes you quickly to the 1st measured value
The Brief Operating Instructions contain all the essential information from incoming
acceptance to initial commissioning.

1.2.3 Operating Instructions (BA)

The Operating Instructions contain all the information that is required in various phases of
the life cycle of the device: from product identification, incoming acceptance and storage, to
mounting, connection, operation and commissioning through to troubleshooting,
maintenance and disposal.
It also contains a detailed explanation of each individual parameter in the operating menu
(except the Expert menu). The description is aimed at those who work with the device over
the entire life cycle and perform specific configurations.

1.2.4 Description of Device Parameters (GP)

The Description of Device Parameters provides a detailed explanation of each individual
parameter in the 2nd part of the operating menu: the Expert menu. It contains all the device
parameters and allows direct access to the parameters by entering a specific code. The
description is aimed at those who work with the device over the entire life cycle and perform
specific configurations.

1.2.5 Safety Instructions (XA)

Depending on the approval, the following Safety Instructions (XA) are supplied with the
device. They are an integral part of the Operating Instructions.
The nameplate indicates the Safety Instructions (XA) that are relevant to the device.

1.2.6 Installation instructions (EA)

Installation Instruction are used to replace a faulty unit with a functioning unit of the same
type.

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2 Basic safety instructions

2.1 Requirements for the personnel
The personnel must fulfill the following requirements for its tasks:
‣ Trained, qualified specialists must have a relevant qualification for this specific function
and task.
‣ Are authorized by the plant owner/operator.
‣ Are familiar with federal/national regulations.
‣ Before starting work, read and understand the instructions in the manual and
supplementary documentation as well as the certificates (depending on the application).
‣ Follow instructions and comply with basic conditions.

2.2 Designated use

Application and measured materials
Depending on the version ordered, the measuring device can also measure potentially
explosive, flammable, poisonous and oxidizing media.
Measuring devices for use in hazardous areas, in hygienic applications or in applications
where there is an increased risk due to process pressure, are labeled accordingly on the
nameplate.
To ensure that the measuring device remains in proper condition for the operation time:
‣ Only use the measuring device in full compliance with the data on the nameplate and the
general conditions listed in the Operating Instructions and supplementary documentation.
‣ Check the nameplate to verify if the device ordered can be put to its intended use in the
approval-related area (e.g. explosion protection, pressure vessel safety).
‣ Use the measuring device only for media against which the process-wetted materials are
adequately resistant.
‣ If the measuring device is not operated at atmospheric temperature, compliance with the
relevant basic conditions specified in the associated device documentation is absolutely
essential.
‣ Protect the measuring device permanently against corrosion from environmental
influences.
‣ Observe the limit values in the "Technical Information".

The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by improper or non-designated use.

Residual risk
During operation the sensor may assume a temperature near the temperature of the
measured material.
Danger of burns due to heated surfaces!
‣ For high process temperatures: Install protection against contact in order to prevent burns.

2.3 Workplace safety

For work on and with the device:
‣ Wear the required personal protective equipment according to federal/national
regulations.
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2.4 Operational safety

Risk of injury.
‣ Operate the device in proper technical condition and fail-safe condition only.
‣ The operator is responsible for interference-free operation of the device.
Conversions to the device
Unauthorized modifications to the device are not permitted and can lead to unforeseeable
dangers.
‣ If, despite this, modifications are required, consult with the manufacturer.
Repair
To ensure continued operational safety and reliability,
‣ Carry out repairs on the device only if they are expressly permitted.
‣ Observe federal/national regulations pertaining to repair of an electrical device.
‣ Use original spare parts and accessories from the manufacturer only.
Hazardous area
To eliminate a danger for persons or for the facility when the device is used in the hazardous
area (e.g. explosion protection, pressure vessel safety):
‣ Based on the nameplate, check whether the ordered device is permitted for the intended
use in the hazardous area.
‣ Observe the specifications in the separate supplementary documentation that is an integral
part of these Instructions.

2.5 Product safety

This measuring device is designed in accordance with good engineering practice to meet state-
of-the-art safety requirements, has been tested, and left the factory in a condition in which it
is safe to operate. It meets general safety standards and legal requirements.

NOTICE
Loss of degree of protection by opening of the device in humid environments
‣ If the device is opened in a humid environment, the degree of protection indicated on the
nameplate is no longer valid. This may also impair the safe operation of the device.

2.5.1 CE mark
The measuring system meets the legal requirements of the applicable EC guidelines. These are
listed in the corresponding EC Declaration of Conformity together with the standards applied.
Endress+Hauser confirms successful testing of the device by affixing to it the CE mark.

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3 Product description
3.1 Product design

8
7
6

9
4

2
1

A0028866

1 Configuration of NMS81
1 Front cover
2 Display
3 Modules
4 Sensor unit (detector unit and cable)
5 Housing
6 Wire drum
7 Bracket
8 Housing cover
9 Displacer

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4 Incoming acceptance and product identification

4.1 Incoming acceptance
Upon receipt of the goods check the following:
• Are the order codes on the delivery note and the product sticker identical?
• Are the goods undamaged?
• Do the nameplate data match the ordering information on the delivery note?
• If required (see nameplate): Are the Safety Instructions (XA) enclosed?
If one of these conditions is not satisfied, contact your Endress+Hauser Sales Center.

4.2 Product identification

The following options are available for identification of the measuring device:
• Nameplate specifications
• Extended order code with breakdown of the device features on the delivery note
• Enter serial numbers from nameplates in W@M Device Viewer
( [Link]/deviceviewer ): All information about the measuring device is
displayed.
• Enter the serial number from the nameplates into the Endress+Hauser Operations App or
scan the 2-D matrix code (QR code) on the nameplate with the Endress+Hauser Operations
App: all the information for the measuring device is displayed.
For an overview of the scope of the associated Technical Documentation, refer to the
following:
• The W@M Device Viewer: Enter the serial number from the nameplate
([Link]/deviceviewer)
• The Endress+Hauser Operations App: Enter the serial number from the nameplate or scan
the 2-D matrix code (QR code) on the nameplate.

4.2.1 Manufacturer address

Endress+Hauser SE+Co. KG
Hauptstraße 1
79689 Maulburg, Germany
Address of the manufacturing plant: See nameplate.

4.3 Storage and transport

4.3.1 Storage conditions
• Storage temperature: –50 to +80 °C (–58 to +176 °F)
• Store the device in its original packaging.

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4.3.2 Transport
NOTICE
Risk of injury
‣ Transport the measuring device to the measuring point in its original packaging.
‣ Take into account the mass center of the device in order to avoid unintended tilting.
‣ Comply with the safety instructions, transport conditions for devices over 18kg (39.6lbs)
(IEC61010).

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5 Installation
5.1 Requirements
5.1.1 Mounting with guide wires
It is also possible to guide the displacer with guide wires to prevent swinging.

A 1

2
3
4

13

B
6

8
C 12
9

D 100 (3.94)
10
11

A0026819

2 Guide wire; dimensions mm (in)

No. Description

A Calibration chamber

B Spring and sleeve

C Guide wire sleeve

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No. Description

D Crimp tool

1 NMS8x

2 Reducer plate (incl. guide wire option)

3 Spring, SUS304 (incl. guide wire option)

4 Sleeve, SUS316 (incl. guide wire option)

5 Calibration chamber for maintenance

6 Tank

7 Measuring wire

8 Guide wire, SUS316 (incl. guide wire option)

9 Displacer with rings (incl. guide wire option)

10 Anchor hook plate, SUS304 (incl. guide wire option)

11 Welding point

12 Wire ring, SUS316L

13 Flange

5.2 Mounting of the device

The NMS8x is delivered in two different packing styles depending on the mounting method of
the displacer.
• For the all-in-one method, the displacer is mounted on the measuring wire of NMS8x.
• For the displacer shipped separately method, it is necessary to install the displacer on the
measuring wire inside NMS8x.

5.2.1 Available installations

The following installation procedures are available for NMS8x.
• Mounting without guide system
• Mounting with stilling well
• Mounting with guide wire

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Mounting Without guide system

With stilling well With guide wire
options (Free-space mounting)

Type of tanks

Type of • All-in one • All-in one Displacer shipped separately

installations • Displacer shipped separately • Displacer shipped separately
• Displacer installation through • Displacer installation through
calibration window calibration window

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5.2.2 Verification of displacer and wire drum

Prior to installation of NMS8x, confirm that the serial numbers of displacer and the wire drum
match with those printed to the label attached on the housing.

1.
[Link].: 98765432109

Wiredrum
Spare part-no.: 712xxxxx
Range 28 m
Cir. [Link]

NMS8
O-Ring HNBR
WireWgt. 1.35g/10m

NMS8

9
10

Sp

Ra ing H 12xx
are
32

O- rt-no.:
54

ng
pa
R
76

e
2. 3

28
98

m
7
NB xxx
o.:
r. n

R
Se
[Link].: 12345678901
Displacer

Spare part-no.: 712xxxxx

mD 256.6 g
VD 141.6 ml
NMS8

VB 70.8 ml
Ø 50 316L

12345678901
712xxxxx
mD 256.6g
VD 141.6mL
VB 70.8mL
!50 316L

A0028025

3 Verification of displacer and wire drum

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5.2.3 Installation for all-in-one

In the case of a 50 mm (1.97 in) or 70 mm (2.76 in) diameter displacer, the device can be
delivered by all-in-one method.
Displacer is shipped separately according to the following specifications.
• 47 m (154.2 ft) measuring range
• 55 m (180.5 ft) measuring range
• 110 mm (4.33 in) measuring range
• NPS8 in flange
• Cleaned from oil+grease option

6 5 2
3
A0027013

4 Removing packing materials

1 Tape
2 Fixing band
3 Displacer holder
4 Wire drum stopper
5 Drum housing cover
6 Screws and bolts

Steps Procedures Notes

Hold the gauge so that it stays horizontal • Perform these steps before mounting NMS8x on
1.
against the flange. the nozzle.
1 • Do not tilt NMS8x after removing the displacer
Cut the fixing bands [2]. holder.
2.

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Steps Procedures Notes

Remove the displacer holder [3] and packing

3.
material of the displacer.

Mount NMS8x on the nozzle . • Make sure that the measuring wire hangs
4.
vertically.
2
• Confirm that there are no kinks or other defects in
the measuring wire.

Remove screws and M6 bolts [6] (M10 bolts Be sure not to lose the O-ring and the fixing bolts for
5.
for stainless steel housing) to remove the the cover of the drum housing.
3 drum housing cover [5].

Loosen two screws and remove the wire drum

6.
stopper [4].

Remove the tape [1] from the wire drum • Remove the tape by hands to avoid damaging the
7.
carefully. wire drum.
4
• Make sure that the measuring wire is wound so
that it fits correctly in the grooves.

5 Mount the drum housing cover. Confirm that the O-ring is in the drum housing cover.
8.

6
9. Turn on the power of NMS8x.
 Sensor, reference, and drum calibration steps
are not required because they are all performed
prior to delivery.

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5.2.4 Installation for displacer shipped separately method

It is necessary to remove the wire drum from NMS8x, remove the tape on the wire drum,
mount the wire drum in the drum housing, and install the displacer on the measuring wire.
Use blocks or a pedestal to secure NMS8x and provide an environment where electrical power
can be supplied to NMS8x.

Procedures Figures

Secure NMS8x on the blocks or pedestal.

1.

200 (7.87)

200 (7.87)
Confirm that there is enough space under NMS8x.
2.

 Be careful not to drop NMS8x.

130 (5.12) 130 (5.12)

Dimensions mm (in)

Remove screws and M6 bolts [6] (M10 bolts for stainless

3. steel housing).

Remove the wire drum cover [5], wire drum stopper [4], and
4.
the bracket [2].

Remove the wire drum [1] from the drum housing.

5.
Remove the tape [3] on the wire drum.
6. 1
2
Unwind the measuring wire approximately
4
7. 5
250 mm (9.84 in) so that the wire ring is positioned under
the flange.

Mount the wire drum on NMS8x. 3

8.
Mount the bracket. 6
9. A0027015

 • Take special care to not hit the wire drum against the
housing due to strong magnet force.
• Handle the measuring wire with care. It may kink.
• Be sure that the wire is wound correctly in the grooves.

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Procedures Figures

Hook the displacer [3] on the ring [2].

10.

 •• BeIf not,
sure that the wire is wound correctly in the grooves.
remove the displacer and the wire drum, and repeat
step 7.

2
3
A0029115

Turn on the power of NMS8x.

11.

Perform sensor calibration

12.
5
Secure the displacer [2] to the measuring wire [1] using the
13.
securing wire [4].

Install the ground wire [3] of the displacer (for details of

14.
displacer ground wire installation →  24).

Perform reference calibration.

15.
4
Turn off the power. 1
16.

Mount the wire drum cover [5]. 2

17.

 •• For sensor calibration, →  53

For reference calibration, →  56. 3
A0027016

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Procedures Figures

Mount NMS8x on the tank nozzle [1].

18.

Confirm that the displacer does not touch the inner wall of
19.
the nozzle.

Turn on the power.

20.

21. Perform drum calibration.

1
 For drum calibration, →  57

A0027018

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5.2.5 Installation through the calibration window

In the case of a 50 mm (1.97 in) diameter displacer, the displacer can be installed through the
calibration window.
It is only possible to install the following displacers through the calibration window:
50 mm SUS, 50 mm alloy C, 50 mm PTFE

Procedures Figures

Remove the calibration window cover [1].

1.

A0027019

Remove M6 bolts and screws [6] (M10 bolts for stainless

2.
steel housing).

Remove the cover [5], wire drum stopper [4], and the bracket
3.
[3]. 3 1
4
Remove the wire drum [1] from the drum housing. 5
4.

Remove the tape [2] that is securing the wire.

5. 2
6
 Handle the measuring wire with care. It may kink. A0029117

Holding the wire drum [1] with one hand, unwind the 1
6.
measuring wire [3] approximately 500 mm (19.69 in).
2
Secure the wire [3] temporarily with the tape [2].
7.
Insert the wire ring [4] into the drum housing.
8.
Pull the wire ring out through the calibration window.
9.
3
 Handle the measuring wire with care.
4

A0027020

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Procedures Figures

Insert the wire drum [4] temporarily into the drum housing.
10.
4
Hook the displacer [3] on the wire ring.
11.

Secure the displacer to the measuring wire using the securing

12.
wire [2].

Install the ground wire [1] for the displacer (for details of
1
13.
displacer ground wire installation →  24).

 • Take special care to not hit the wire drum against the
housing due to strong magnet force.
• Handle the measuring wire with care. It may kink. 2
3
A0027983

Remove the wire drum from the drum housing and unwind 1
14.
the measuring wire approximately 500 mm (19.69 in).

Hold the wire drum [1] up and place the displacer [2] into the
15.
calibration window.

Hold the displacer at the center of the calibration window.

16.

Hold the other hand (wire drum) up to add tension to the

17.
measuring wire in order not to drop the displacer rapidly.

A0027985

18. Let go of the displacer [2].

Remove the tape from the wire drum [5].

19.
5
Insert the wire drum into the drum housing.
20.
4
21. Mount the bracket [4].

 Be sure that the wire is wound correctly in the grooves. 1

22. Turn on the power of NMS8x and move the displacer up

using the Move displacer wizard→  52 until the wire 3
ring can be seen in the calibration window.
2
 • Confirm that there are no kinks or other defects in the
measuring wire.
• Confirm that the displacer does not touch the inner wall of A0027987
the nozzle.

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Procedures Figures

23. Perform sensor calibration.

 For sensor calibration, →  53

24. Perform reference calibration.

 For reference calibration, →  56.

25. Mount the drum housing cover [3] and the calibration
window cover [1].

26. Perform drum calibration.

 For drum calibration, →  57

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5.2.6 Displacer ground wire installation

Depending on the application and Ex requirements, electrical grounding of the displacer is
required. There are different procedures depending on the displacer type, which are described
below.
For details of displacer installation →  13

Standard displacer installation

1. Mount the displacer [3] on the wire ring [1].
2. Wind the securing wire [4] on the wire hook.
3. Wind the ground wire [2] between the washers [5] twice.
 If grounding is not required for non-explosion-proof applications, skip this step.
4. Secure the nut [6] with a wrench [7].
This completes the displacer installation procedure.

1. 2. 3. 4.

1 2

2 6

4 5
3 7

A0028694

5 Displacer installation
1 Wire ring
2 Ground wire
3 Displacer
4 Securing wire
5 Washer
6 Nut
7 Wrench

PTFE displacer installation

1. Remove the screw [1] using a flathead screwdriver.
2. Mount the displacer [4] on the PFA covered ring [2].
3. Remove the PFA cover approximately 10 mm (0.39 in) for conductivity.

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4. Install the ground wire [6] onto the displacer from the wire insertion slot [3] until the
ground wire contacts to the wall of the screw hole [5].
5. Tighten the screw [1].
 Hold the ground wire with finger tips so that the wire does not come out from the
slot.
6. Lift the displacer using a screwdriver and confirm that the ground wire does not come
out from the slot.
This completes the PTFE displacer installation.

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1. 1 2 2.

4
5

3. 4.
10 (0.39)

5. 6.

A0028696

6 PTFE displacer installation; dimensions mm (in)

1 Screw
2 PFA covered ring
3 Wire insertion slot
4 Displacer
5 Screw hole
6 Ground wire

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6 Electrical connection
6.1 Terminal assignment

D 1 2 3 4
1
E
1
1
2
D 1 2 3 4
E 2
CDI
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

i
1
F 21 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 CDI
G1
2

POWER
HR
WP
SIM
on
A 1 2 3 4 C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

F 12 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1
G2 HR
3 on
WP A 1 2 3 4
POWER SIM

G1 N AC 85...264 V
G3 L

A0027012

7 Terminal compartment (typical example) and ground terminals

Terminal area A/B/C/D (slots for I/O modules)

Module: Up to four I/O modules, depending on the order code
• Modules with four terminals can be in any of these slots.
• Modules with eight terminals can be in slot B or C.
The exact assignment of the modules to the slots is dependent on the device version
→  32.
Terminal area E
Module: HART Ex i/IS interface
• E1: H+
• E2: H-
Terminal area F
Remote display
• F1: VCC (connect to terminal 81 of the remote display)
• F2: Signal B (connect to terminal 84 of the remote display)
• F3: Signal A (connec t to terminal 83 of the remote display)
• F4: Gnd (connect to terminal 82 of the remote display)
Terminal area G (for High voltage AC power supply and Low voltage AC power supply)
• G1: N
• G2: not connected
• G3: L

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Terminal area G (for Low voltage DC power supply)

• G1: L-
• G2: not connected
• G3: L+
Terminal area: Protective ground
Module: Protective ground connection (M4 screw)

A0018339

8 Terminal area: Protective ground

6.1.1 Power supply

CDI
E
1
1
2
D 1 2 3 4
4
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

F 21 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
2
1
G 2 HR

1
3 on
WP A 1 2 3 4
POWER SIM

CDI

F 12 3
4

1
G2 HR
3 WP
POWER SIM

G1 N AC 85...264 V

A0033413

G1 N
G2 not connected
G3 L
4 Green LED: indicates power supply

The supply voltage is also indicated on the nameplate.

Supply voltage
High voltage AC power supply:
Operational value:
100 to 240 VAC (- 15 % + 10 %) = 85 to 264 VAC , 50/60 Hz
Low voltage AC power supply:
Operational value:
65 VAC (- 20 % + 15 %) = 52 to 75 VAC , 50/60 Hz

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Low voltage DC power supply:

Operational value:
24 to 55 VDC (- 20 % + 15 %) = 19 to 64 VDC

Power consumption
Maximum power varies depending on the configuration of the modules. The value shows
maximum apparent power, select the applicable cables accordingly. The actual consumed
effective power is 12 W.
High voltage AC power supply:
28.8 VA
Low voltage AC power supply:
21.6 VA
Low voltage DC power supply:
13.4 W

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6.1.2 Remote display and operating module DKX001

Gnd
Vcc
A B
81 82 83 84
1 F 12 3
4

2
HR
D 1 2 3 4

F1 F2 F3 F4
1
E 2
1
CDI

F 21 3
4
i
C

B
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
WP
3 1
G2
3
HR

WP
on
A 1 2 3 4

Gnd
Vcc
POWER SIM

B A

A0037025

9 Connection of the remote display and operating module DKX001 to the Tank Gauging device
(NMR8x, NMS8x or NRF8x)
1 Remote display and operating module
2 Connecting cable
3 Tank Gauging device (NMR8x, NMS8x or NRF8x)

The remote display and operating module DKX001 is available as an accessory. For
details refer to SD01763D.
• The measured value is indicated on the DKX001 and on the local display and operating
module simultaneously.
• The operating menu cannot be accessed on both modules at the same time. If the
operating menu is entered in one of these modules, the other module is automatically
locked. This locking remains active until the menu is closed in the first module (back to
measured value display).

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6.1.3 HART Ex i/IS interface

D 1 2 3 4
1
E 2
1
CDI
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

F 21 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1
G2 HR
3 on
WP A 1 2 3 4
POWER SIM

1
E 2
3
1
CDI

A0033414

E1 H+
E2 H-
3 Orange LED: indicates data communication

This interface always operates as the main HART master for connected HART slave
transmitters. The Analog I/O modules, on the other hand, can be configured as a HART
master or slave →  35 →  38.

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6.1.4 Slots for I/O modules

The terminal compartment contains four slots (A, B, C and D) for I/O modules. Depending on
the device version (ordering features 040, 050 and 060) these slots contain different I/O
modules. The slot assignment for the device at hand is indicated on a label attached to the
back cover of the display module.

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12 cer XPF0002-AAB EG+
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A0030120

1 Label showing (among other things) the modules in the slots A to D.

A Cable entry for slot A
B Cable entry for slot B
C Cable entry for slot C
D Cable entry for slot D

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6.1.5 Terminals of the "Modbus" module, "V1" module or "WM550" module

D 1 2 3 4
1
E 2 D 1 2 3 4
1
CDI
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

i D1-4

F 12 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

A 1 2 3 4
HR
on
POWER
WP A 1 2 3 4
SIM
A1-4

A0031200

 10 Designation of the "Modbus", "V1" or "WM550" modules (examples); depending on the device
version these modules may also be in slot B or C.

Depending on the device version, the "Modbus" and/or "V1" or "WM550" module may be in
different slots of the terminal compartment. In the operating menu the "Modbus" and "V1" or
"WM550" interfaces are designated by the respective slot and the terminals within this slot:
A1-4, B1-4, C1-4, D1-4.
Terminals of the "Modbus" module
Designation of the module in the operating menu: Modbus X1-4; (X = A, B, C or D)
• X1 1)
• Terminal name: S
• Description: Cable shielding connected via a capacitor to EARTH
• X2 1)
• Terminal name: 0V
• Description: Common reference
• X3 1)
• Terminal name: B-
• Description: Non-inverting signal line
• X4 1)
• Terminal name: A+
• Description: Inverting signal line

1) Here, "X" stands for one of the slots "A", "B", "C", or "D".
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Terminals of the "V1" and "WM550" module

Designation of the module in the operating menu: V1 X1-4 or WM550 X1-4; (X = A, B, C or
D)
• X1 2)
• Terminal name: S
• Description: Cable shielding connected via a capacitor to EARTH
• X2 1)
• Terminal name: -
• Description: not connected
• X3 1)
• Terminal name: B-
• Description: Protocol loop signal -
• X4 1)
• Terminal name: A+
• Description: Protocol loop signal +

2) Here, "X" stands for one of the slots "A", "B", "C", or "D".
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6.1.6 Connection of the "Analog I/O" module for passive usage

• In the passive usage the supply voltage for the communication line must be supplied by
an external source.
• The wiring must be in accordance with the intended operating mode of the Analog I/O
module; see the drawings below.

"Operating mode" = "4..20mA output" or "HART slave +4..20mA output"

D 1 2 3 4
1
E 2
1
CDI
D 1 2 3 4

C
1

CDI
E
1
2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

F 12 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
i
1
G2

F 12 3
HR
3 on
WP A 1 2 3 4
POWER SIM

4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1
G2
G HR
3 on
WP A 1 2 3 4
a
POWER SIM c

-
+

!
b
A0027931

 11 Passive usage of the Analog I/O module in the output mode

a Power supply
b HART signal output
c Analog signal evaluation

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"Operating mode" = "4..20mA input" or "HART master+4..20mA input"

D 1 2 3 4
1
E 2
1
CDI
D 1 2 3 4

C
1

CDI
E
1
2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

F 12 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
i
1
G2

F 12 3
HR
3 on
WP A 1 2 3 4
POWER SIM

4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1
G2
G HR
3 on
WP A 1 2 3 4
a
POWER SIM

–
+ b

!
A0027933

 12 Passive usage of the Analog I/O module in the input mode

a Power supply
b External device with 4...20mA and/or HART signal output

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"Operating mode" = "HART master"

D 1 2 3 4
1
E 2
1
CDI
D 1 2 3 4

C
1

CDI
E
1
2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

F 12 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
i
1
G2

F 12 3
HR
3 on
WP A 1 2 3 4
POWER SIM

4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1
G2
G HR
3 on
WP A 1 2 3 4
a
POWER SIM

–
+ b

A0027934

 13 Passive usage of the Analog I/O module in the HART master mode
a Power supply
b Up to 6 external devices with HART signal output

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6.1.7 Connection of the "Analog I/O" module for active usage

• In the active usage the supply voltage for the communication line is supplied by the
device itself. There is no need of an external power supply.
• The wiring must be in accordance with the intended operating mode of the Analog I/O
module; see the drawings below.
• Maximum current consumption of the connected HART devices: 24 mA
(i.e. 4 mA per device if 6 devices are connected).
• Output voltage of the Ex-d module: 17.0 V@4 mA to 10.5 V@22 mA
• Output voltage of the Ex-ia module: 18.5 V@4 mA to 12.5 V@22 mA

"Operating mode" = "4..20mA output" or "HART slave +4..20mA output"

D 1 2 3 4
1
E 2
1
CDI
D 1 2 3 4

C
1

CDI
E
1
2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

F 21 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
i
1
G2

F 12 3
HR
3 on
WP A 1 2 3 4
POWER SIM

4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1
G2
G HR
3 on
WP A 1- 2 3 +4
POWER SIM b

a
A0027932

 14 Active usage of the Analog I/O module in the output mode

a HART signal output
b Analog signal evaluation

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"Operating mode" = "4..20mA input" or "HART master+4..20mA input"

D 1 2 3 4
1
E 2
1
CDI
D 1 2 3 4

C
1

CDI
E
1
2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

F 12 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
i
1
G2

F 12 3
HR
3 on
WP A 1 2 3 4
POWER SIM

4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1
G2
G HR
3 on
POWER
WP A 1- 2 3 +4
SIM

A0027935

 15 Active usage of the Analog I/O module in the input mode

a External device with 4...20mA and/or HART signal output

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"Operating mode" = "HART master"

D 1 2 3 4
1
E 2
1
CDI
D 1 2 3 4

C
1

CDI
E
1
2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

F 12 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
i
1
G2

F 12 3
HR
3 on
WP A 1 2 3 4
POWER SIM

4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1
G2
G HR
3 on
POWER
WP A 1 2 3 4
SIM
- +

A0027936

 16 Active usage of the Analog I/O module in the HART master mode
a Up to 6 external devices with HART signal output

The maximum current consumption for the connected HART devices is 24 mA (i.e. 4 mA
per device if 6 devices are connected).

6.1.8 Connection of a RTD

A B C
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

A0026371

A 4-wire RTD connection

B 3-wire RTD connection
C 2-wire RTD connection

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6.1.9 Terminals of the "Digital I/O" module

D 1 2 3 4
1
E 2 C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1
CDI
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

i C1-2 C3-4

F 12 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

A 1 2 3 4
HR
on
POWER
WP A 1 2 3 4
SIM
A1-2 A3-4

A0026424

 17 Designation of the digital inputs or outputs (examples)

• Each Digital IO Module provides two digital inputs or outputs.

• In the operating menu each input or output is designated by the respective slot and two
terminals within this slot. A1-2, for example, denotes terminals 1 and 2 of slot A. The same
is valid for slots B, C and D if they contain a Digital IO module.
• For each of these pairs of terminals, one of the following operating modes can be selected in
the operating menu:
• Disable
• Passive Output
• Passive Input
• Active Input

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6.2 Connecting requirements

6.2.1 Cable specification

Terminals
Wire cross section 0.2 to 2.5 mm2 (24 to 13 AWG)
Use for terminals with function: Signal and power supply
• Spring terminals (NMx8x-xx1...)
• Screw terminals (NMx8x-xx2...)
Wire cross section max. 2.5 mm2 (13 AWG)
Use for terminals with function: Ground terminal in the terminal compartment
Wire cross section max. 4 mm2 (11 AWG)
Use for terminals with function: Ground terminal at the housing

Power supply line

Standard device cable is sufficient for the power line.

HART communication line

• Standard device cable is sufficient if only the analog signal is used.
• Shielded cable is recommended if using the HART protocol. Observe the grounding concept
of the plant.

Modbus communication line

• Observe the cable conditions from the TIA-485-A, Telecommunications Industry
Association.
• Additional conditions: Use shielded cable.

V1 communication line
• 2-wire twisted pair, screened or unscreened cable
• Resistance in one cable: ≤ 120 Ω
• Capacitance between lines: ≤ 0.3 µF

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6.3 Ensuring the degree of protection

To guarantee the specified degree of protection, carry out the following steps after the
electrical connection:
1. Check that the housing seals are clean and fitted correctly. Dry, clean or replace the
seals if necessary.
2. Tighten all housing screws and screw covers.
3. Firmly tighten the cable glands.
4. To ensure that moisture does not enter the cable entry, route the cable so that it loops
down before the cable entry ("water trap").


A0013960

5. Insert blind plugs appropriate for the safety rating of the device (e.g. Ex d/XP).

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7 Commissioning
7.1 Operating methods
7.1.1 Operation via the local display

XX
XX
XX
XX
X

mm

1
2

A0028345

 18 Display and operating elements

1 Liquid crystal display (LCD)
2 Optical keys; can be operated through the cover glass.

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Standard view (measured value display)

2 XXXXXXXXX F 3
# 4841.00 4
5 mm
Level bal. 6
7
8

A0028702

 19 Typical appearance of the standard view (measured value display)

1 Display module
2 Device tag
3 Status area
4 Display area for measured values
5 Display area for measured value and status symbols
6 Gauge status indication
7 Gauge status symbol
8 Measured value status symbol

For the meaning of the display symbols refer to the Operating Instructions (BA) of the
device.

Navigation view (operating menu)

To access the operating menu (navigation view), proceed as follows:
1. While in the standard view, press E for at least two seconds.
 A context menu appears.
2. Select Keylock off from the context menu and confirm by pressing E.
3. Press E again to access the oprating menu.

1 /../Setup 00215-1 2
Empty
10,000.00 mm
Set level
Calibration 3

A0028347-EN

 20 Navigation view
1 Current submenu or wizard
2 Quick access code
3 Display area for navigation

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7.1.2 Operation via service interface and FieldCare/DeviceCare

CD
1 I

2
A0026993

 21 Operation via service interface

1 Service interface (CDI = Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface)
2 Commubox FXA291
3 Computer with "FieldCare" operating tool and "CDI Communication FXA291" COM DTM

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7.2 Terms related to tank measurement

14
1
17

15
16

13

4
A

B 10

2
9
8

5
7
6

12 11 3

H
A0026916

 22 Terms concerning NMS8x installation (e.g. NMS81)

A Liquid level
B Upper interface
C Lower interface
D Gas phase
E Upper phase
F Middle phase

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G Lower phase
H Tank bottom
1 Gauge reference height
2 Empty
3 Datum plate
4 Tank ullage
5 Tank level
6 Tank reference height
7 High stop level
8 Displacer position
9 Standby level
10 Upper interface level
11 Lower interface level
12 Low stop level
13 Dipping reference
14 Mechanical stop
15 Slow hoist zone
16 Distance
17 Reference position

7.3 Initial settings

Depending on NMS8x specification, some of the initial settings described below may not be
required.

7.3.1 Setting the display language

Setting the display language via the display module

1. While in the standard view (), press "E". If required, select Keylock off from the context
menu and press "E" again.
 The Language parameter appears.
2. Open the Language parameter and select the display language.

Setting the display language via an operating tool (e.g. FieldCare)

1. Navigate to: Setup → Advanced setup → Display → Language
2. Select the display language.

This setting only affects the language on the display module. To set the language in the
operating tool use the language setting functionality of FieldCare or DeviceCare,
respectively.

7.3.2 Setting the real-time clock

Setting the real-time clock via the display module

1. Navigate to: Setup → Advanced setup → Date / time → Set date
2. Use the following parameters to set the the real-time clock to the current date and time:
Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minutes.
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Setting the real-time clock via an operating tool (e.g. FieldCare)

1. Navigate to: Setup → Advanced setup → Date / time
2.

Go to the Set date parameter and select the Start option.

3.

Use the following parameters to set the date and time: Year, Month, Day, Hour,
Minutes.

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4.

Go to the Set date parameter and select the Confirm time option.
 The real-time clock is set to the current date and time.

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7.4 Calibration
After installing or replacing NMS8x or its parts (sensor module, detector unit, wire drum, or
measuring wire), several calibration steps are required. All calibration steps may not be
required, depending on whether the device is being installed, adjusted, or replaced (see table
below).

Type of installation/replacement Calibration step

Sensor calibration Reference calibration Drum calibration

All-in one Not required Not required Not required

Displacer shipped separately Required Required Required

Displacer installation through Required Required Required

calibration window

Replacement/ Drum Required Required Required

maintenance
Displacer Not required Required Required

Sensor module Not required Required Required

Detector unit Required Required Required

7.4.1 Verification of displacer and wire drum

Prior to installation of NMS8x, confirm that all of the following data of the displacer and the
wire drum on the nameplate match with those programmed into the device.

Parameters to be confirmed

Parameters Navigate to:

Displacer diameter Setup → Advanced setup → Sensor config → Displacer → Displacer diameter

Displacer weight Setup → Advanced setup → Sensor config → Displacer → Displacer weight

Displacer volume Setup → Advanced setup → Sensor config → Displacer → Displacer volume

Displacer balance volume Setup → Advanced setup → Sensor config → Displacer → Displacer balance volume

Drum circumference Setup → Advanced setup → Sensor config → Wiredrum

Wire weight Expert → Sensor → Sensor config → Wiredrum → Wire weight

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Data verification

Data verification procedure

1. Check the displacer diameter, weight, volume, and balance volume for the Displacer
diameter parameter, the Displacer weight parameter, the Displacer volume
parameter, and the Displacer balance volume parameter.
2. Check the drum circumference and wire weight for the Drum circumference parameter
and Wire weight parameter.
This completes the data verification procedure.

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Wiredrum
Spare part-no.: 712xxxxx
Displacer diamet Range 28 m
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NMS8
Displacer weight O-Ring HNBR
256.6g WireWgt. 1.35g/10m
Displacer volume

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Spare part-no.: 712xxxxx
mD 256.6 g
VD 141.6 ml

NMS8
VB 70.8 ml
Ø 50 316L

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7.4.2 Move displacer

The move displacer operation is optional and can be used to change the current position of the
displacer in order to perform the calibration steps more easily.
1. Make sure that the wire drum stopper has been removed.
2. Navigate to: Setup → Calibration → Move displacer → Move distance
3. Input the relative moving distance for the Move distance parameter.
4. Select the Move down option or the Move up option
5. Select the Yes.
This completes move displacer commands procedure.

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 24 Move displacer

7.4.3 Sensor calibration

Sensor calibration adjusts the weight measurement of the detector unit. The calibration
consists of three steps as follows.
• ADC zero calibration
• ADC offset calibration
• ADC span calibration
For the ADC offset weight calibration, either 0 g or an offset weight (0 to 100 g) can be used.
Using an offset weight other than 0 g is recommended for density measurement.

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m
mS

mO1

mO2
mz
B
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 25 Concept of sensor calibration

m Weight of displacer
B Binary value of AD-Converter
mS Span weight
mo1 Offset weight in case of 0 to 100 g (50 g is recommended.)
mo2 Offset weight in case of 0 g
mz Zero weight

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Calibration procedure

Step Using displacer Using offset weight Description

• Navigate to: Setup → Calibration → Sensor calibration

1.
→ Sensor calibration
• Input the offset weight for the Offset weight
parameter used in step 3 (0.0 g in case of using the
displacer only).
• Input the value for the Span weight parameter used
in step 4 (weight of displacer indicated on
nameplate).
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• Hold up or remove the displacer.

2.
• Select for next parameter.
• Measuring zero weight option is shown on the
display.
• Wait until the Zero calibration parameter shows the
Finished option and calibration status shows Idle.

 When the displacer is being held up, do not

release it until this step is completed.
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• Confirm that the Offset calibration parameter shows

3.
the Place offset weight option.
• Hold up the displacer or attach the offset weight.
• Select for next parameter.
• Measuring offset weight option is shown on the
display.
• Wait until the Offset calibration parameter shows
the Finished option and Calibration status shows Idle.

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 When the displacer is being held up, do not
release it until this step is completed.

• Release the displacer or mount it on the measuring

4.
ring if an offset weight was used in the previous step.
• Select for next parameter.
• Measuring span weight option is shown on the
display.
• Confirm that the Span calibration parameter shows
the Finished option and Calibration status shows Idle.
• Select the Next option.
• Confirm that the Sensor calibration parameter
shows the Calibration finished option and
Calibration status shows Idle.
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This completes sensor calibration procedure.

 Do not swing the displacer and keep it in as stable

a position as possible.

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7.4.4 Reference calibration

The reference calibration defines the zero distance position of the displacer from the
mechanical stop.
1. Navigate to: Setup → Calibration → Reference calibration → Reference calibration
2. Select the Start option
3. Check the reference position (e.g. 70 mm (2.76 in)).
 The reference position is preset prior to delivery.
4. Confirm that the displacer is correctly attached to the measuring wire.
5. The reference calibration starts automatically.
This completes the reference calibration.

1. 2. 3.

1
R

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 26 Reference calibration sequence

1 Mechanical stop
R Reference position

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7.4.5 Drum calibration

1. Navigate to: Setup → Calibration → Drum calibration → Drum calibration
2. Ensure a distance of 500 mm (19.69 in) or more from the bottom of the displacer to the
liquid level.
3. Confirm that the displacer weight is correct for the Set high weight parameter.
4. Select the Start option.
 The drum calibration starts automatically.
The drum calibration records fifty points which will take approximately eleven
minutes.
5. Select the No option as usual for the Make low table parameter.
 To make a low table for special applications, select the Yes and use 50 g weight.
This completes drum calibration procedure.

To cancel any calibration, press  +  simultaneously. If the drum calibration is

canceled while making the new table, the old table remains effective. If making a new
table fails due to an obstruction, NMS8x will not accept the new table and shows an
error message.

1
2
3…
50

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7.4.6 Commissioning check

This procedure is to confirm that all calibration steps have been completed appropriately.
1. Navigate to: Diagnostics → Device check → Commissioning check → Commissioning
check
2. Select the Start option.
 Executing option is shown on the verify drum table.
3. Select the Next option.
4. Confirm that the Commissioning check wizard shows the Finished option.
5. Confirm that the Result drum check parameter is passed.
This completes the commissioning check procedure.

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7.5 Configuration of the inputs

7.5.1 Configuration of the HART inputs

D 1 2 3 4
1
E 2

CDI
1 C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

i
C1-3 C4-8
F 12 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
HR
on
POWER
WP A 1 2 3 4
SIM
B1-3 B4-8

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 28 Possible terminals for HART loops

B Analog I/O module in slot B (availability depending on device version)
C Analog I/O module in slot C (availability depending on device version)
E HART Ex is output (available in all device versions)

HART devices must be configured and given a unique HART address 3) via their own user
interface before they are connected to the Proservo NMS8x.

Submenu: Setup → Advanced setup → Input/output → Analog I/O

Parameter Meaning / Action

Operating mode Select:

• HART master+4..20mA input if only one HART device is connected to this loop. In this case the
4-20mA signal can be used in addition to the HART signal.
• HART master if up to 6 HART devices are connected to this loop.

3) The current software does not support HART devices with adress 0 (zero).
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Submenu: Setup → Advanced setup → Input/output → HART devices → HART Device(s) 1) 2)

Parameter Meaning / Action

Output pressure • If the device measures a pressure: Select which of the HART variables (PV, SV, TV or QV)
contains the pressure.
• Otherwise: Keep the factory setting: No value

Output density • If the device measures a density: Select which of the HART variables (PV, SV, TV or QV)
contains the density.
• Otherwise: Keep the factory setting: No value

Output temperature • If the device measures a temperature: Select which of the HART variables (PV, SV, TV or
QV) contains the temperature.
• Otherwise: Keep the factory setting: No value

Output vapor • If the device measures the vapor temperature: Select which of the HART variables (PV,
temperature SV, TV or QV) contains the vapor temperature.
• Otherwise: Keep the factory setting: No value

Output level • If the device measures a level: Select which of the HART variables (PV, SV, TV or QV)
contains the level.
• Otherwise: Keep the factory setting: No value

1) There is a HART Device(s) submenu for each connected HART device.

2) This setting can be skipped for a connected Prothermo NMT5xx or Micropilot FMR5xx as for these devices the
type of measured value is identified automatically.

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7.5.2 Configuration of the 4-20mA inputs

D 1 2 3 4
1
E 2

CDI
1 C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

i
C1-3 C4-8
F 12 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
HR
on
POWER
WP A 1 2 3 4
SIM
B1-3 B4-8

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 29 Possible locations of the Analog I/O modules, which can be used as a 4-20mA input. The order
code of the device determines which of these modules is actually present.

Submenu: Setup → Advanced setup → Input/output → Analog I/O 1)

Parameter Meaning / Action

Operating mode Select 4..20mA input or HART master+4..20mA input

Process variable Select which process variable is transmitted by the connected device.

Analog input 0% value Define which value of the process variable corresponds to an input current of 4 mA.

Analog input 100% value Define which value of the process variable corresponds to an input current of 20 mA.

Process value Check whether the indicated value matches the actual value of the process variable.

1) There is a Analog I/O submenu for each Analog I/O module of the device.

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I [mA]

20mA

4mA

0% 2 100%
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 30 Scaling of the 4-20mA input to the process variable

1 Input value in mA
2 Process value

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7.5.3 Configuration of a connected RTD

D 1 2 3 4
1
E 2

CDI
1 C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

i
C1-3 C4-8
F 12 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
HR
on
POWER
WP A 1 2 3 4
SIM
B1-3 B4-8

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 31 Possible locations of the Analog I/O modules, to which an RTD can be connected. The order code
of the device determines which of these modules is actually present.

Submenu: Setup → Advanced setup → Input/output → Analog IP

Parameter Meaning / Action

RTD type Specify the type of the connected RTD.

RTD connection type Specify the type of connection of the RTD (2-, 3- or 4-wire).

Input value Check whether the indicated value matches the actual temperature.

Minimum probe temperature Specify the minimum approved temperature of the connected RTD.

Maximum probe temperature Specify the maximum approved temperature of the connected RTD.

Probe position Enter the mounting position of the RTD (measured from the datum plate).

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3
1

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1 Datum plate
2 RTD
3 Probe position

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7.5.4 Configuration of the digital inputs

D 1 2 3 4
1
E 2 C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1
CDI
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

i C1-2 C3-4

F 12 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

A 1 2 3 4
HR
on
POWER
WP A 1 2 3 4
SIM
A1-2 A3-4

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 32 Possible locations of the Digital I/O modules (examples); the order code defines the number and
location of digial input modules.

There is a Digital Xx-x submenu for each digital input of the device. "X" designates the
slot in the terminal compartment, "x-x" the terminals within this slot.

Submenu: Setup → Advanced setup → Input/output → Digital Xx-x

Parameter Meaning / Action

Operating mode Select the operating mode (see diagram below).

• Input passive
The DIO module measures the voltage provided by an external source. Depending on the status
of the external switch, this voltage is 0 (switch open) or exceeds a certain limit voltage (switch
closed). These two states represent the digital signal.
• Input active
The DIO module provides a voltage and uses it to detect whether the external switch is open or
closed.

Contact type Determines how the state of the external switch is mapped to the internal states of the DIO module
(see table below). The internal state of the Digital Input can then be transferred to a Digital Output
or can be used to control the measurement.

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A B
DIO DIO
2/4 2/4

+
_

1/3 1/3

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A "Operating mode" = "Input passive"

B "Operating mode" = "Input active"

State of the external switch Internal state of the DIO module

Contact type = Normally open Contact type = Normally closed

Open Inactive Active

Closed Active Inactive

Behavior in special situaions:

During start-up Unknown Unknown

Fault in measurement Error Error

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7.6 Linking measured values to tank variables

Measured values must be linked to tank variables before they can be used in the Tank
Gauging application.
Depending on the application not all these parameters will be relevant in a given
situation.

Submenu: Setup → Advanced setup → Application → Tank configuration → Level

Parameter Defines the source of the following tank variable

Level source Product level

Water level source Bottom water level

Submenu: Setup → Advanced setup → Application → Tank configuration → Temperature

Parameter Defines the source of the following tank variable

Liquid temp source Average or spot temperature of the product

Air temperature source Temperature of the air surrounding the tank

Vapor temp source Temperature of the vapor above the product

Submenu: Setup → Advanced setup → Application → Tank configuration → Pressure

Parameter Defines the source of the following tank variable

P1 (bottom) source Bottom pressure (P1)

P3 (top) source Top pressure (P3)

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7.7 Configuration of the limit evaluation

A limit evaluation can be configured for up to 4 tank variables. The limit evaluation generates
an alarm if the value exceeds an upper limit or falls below a lower limit, respectively. The limit
values can be defined by the user.

A B

10 10

1 1
2 2

3 3
4 4

5 5
6 6
7 7
8 8

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 33 Principle of the limit evaluation

A Alarm mode = On:
B Alarm mode = Latching;
1 HH alarm value
2 H alarm value
3 L alarm value
4 LL alarm value
5 HH alarm
6 H alarm
7 L alarm
8 LL alarm
9 Clear alarm = Yes
10 Hysteresis

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To configure an alarm, assign appropriate values to the following parameters:

Submenu: Setup → Advanced setup → Application → Alarm → Alarm 1 to 4

Parameter Meaning / Action

Alarm mode • Off

No alarms are generated.
• On
An alarm disappears if the alarm condition is no longer present (taking into consideration the
hysteresis).
• Latching
All alarms remain active until the user selects Clear alarm = Yes.

Alarm value source Select process variable to be checked for limit violation.

• HH alarm value
• H alarm value
Assign appropriate limit values (see diagram above).
• L alarm value
• LL alarm value

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7.8 Configuration of the signal output

7.8.1 Analog output (4...20mA)

D 1 2 3 4
1
E 2

CDI
1 C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

i
C1-3 C4-8
F 12 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
HR
on
POWER
WP A 1 2 3 4
SIM
B1-3 B4-8

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 34 Possible locations of the Analog I/O modules, which can be used as an analog output. The order
code of the device determines which of these modules is actually present.

Each Analog I/O module of the device can be configured as 4...20mA analog output. To do so,
assign appropriate values to the following parameters:

Setup → Advanced setup → Input/output → Analog I/O

Parameter Meaning / Action

Operating mode Select 4..20mA output or HART slave +4..20mA output 1)→  71.

Analog input source Select which tank variable is transmitted via the analog output.

Analog input 0% value Specify which value of the tank variable corresponds to an output current of 4 mA.

Analog input 100% value Specify which value of the tank variable corresponds to an output current of 20 mA.

1) "HART slave +4..20mA output " means that the Analog I/O module serves as a HART slave which cyclically sends
up to four HART variables to a HART master. For the configuration of the HART output:

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7.8.2 HART output

This section is only valid for Operating mode = HART slave +4..20mA output.

Setup → Advanced setup → Communication → HART output → Configuration

Parameter Meaning / Action

System polling address Set the HART communication address of the device.

• Assign SV Select which tank variables are to be transmitted by the HART variables.
• Assign TV
• Assign QV  assigned.
By default, PV transmitts the same variable as the analog output and needs not to be

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7.8.3 Modbus, V1 or WM550 output

D 1 2 3 4
1
E 2 D 1 2 3 4
1
CDI
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

i D1-4

F 12 3
4
B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

A 1 2 3 4
HR
on
POWER
WP A 1 2 3 4
SIM
A1-4

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 35 Possible locations of the Modbus or V1 modules (examples); depending on the device version these
modules may also be in slot B or C .

Depending on the order code the device may have one or two Modbus or V1 communication
interfaces. These are configured in the following submenus:
Modbus
Setup → Advanced setup → Communication → Modbus X1-4 →Configuration
V1
• Setup → Advanced setup → Communication → V1 X1-4 → Configuration
• Setup → Advanced setup → Communication → V1 X1-4 → V1 input selector
WM550
• Setup → Advanced setup → Communication → WM550 X1-4 → Configuration
• Setup → Advanced setup → Communication → WM550 X1-4 → WM550 input selector
submenu

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