Emerson FB1200 Flow Computer Instruction Manual
D301782X012
August 2020
Contents iii
Contents
Section 1: Introduction 1
1.1 Safety Labels ........................................................................................................................ 3
1.2 Features ............................................................................................................................... 3
1.3 FB1200 Flow Computer Models ............................................................................................ 4
1.3.1 FB1200 Flow Computer (with Multi-variable or Static Pressure Sensor) ..................... 4
1.3.2 FB1200 Flow Computer (without Integral Sensor) .................................................... 5
1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ............................................................................................... 5
1.4.1 Memory ................................................................................................................... 5
1.5 Explosion-proof Enclosure .................................................................................................... 5
1.5.1 Physical Security ....................................................................................................... 6
1.6 I/O ........................................................................................................................................ 7
1.7 Power Options...................................................................................................................... 7
1.8 Communications .................................................................................................................. 8
1.9 Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Module .............................................................................. 8
1.10 FBxWifi™ Communications ........................................................................................ 9
1.11 Software Tools ......................................................................................................... 10
1.12 RoHS2 Compliance .................................................................................................. 10
Section 2: Installation 11
2.1 Hazardous Locations .......................................................................................................... 11
2.2 Environmental Specifications ............................................................................................. 11
2.3 Required Tools ................................................................................................................... 12
2.4 Site Considerations ............................................................................................................ 12
2.5 General Wiring Guidelines .................................................................................................. 15
2.6 Front or Rear End Caps ....................................................................................................... 15
2.6.1 Removing/Replacing Retaining Clamp on End Caps ................................................ 16
2.6.2 Removing the Front or Rear End Caps ..................................................................... 17
2.6.3 Replacing the Front or Rear End Caps...................................................................... 18
2.7 Mounting the Enclosure ..................................................................................................... 18
2.7.1 Bolting Considerations ........................................................................................... 18
2.7.2 O-rings with Flange Adapters.................................................................................. 20
2.7.3 Direct Mount .......................................................................................................... 21
2.7.4 Indirect Mount ....................................................................................................... 21
2.7.5 Rotating the Housing ............................................................................................. 24
2.8 Grounding the Device ........................................................................................................ 26
2.9 Terminal Plate .................................................................................................................... 26
2.10 Power Modes ........................................................................................................... 28
2.10.1 Low Power Mode .................................................................................................. 28
2.10.2 Standard Power Mode .......................................................................................... 30
2.10.3 Notes on Battery Life ............................................................................................ 31
2.11 Connecting Power .................................................................................................... 31
2.11.1 Connecting DC Power .......................................................................................... 32
2.11.2 Connecting Battery Power .................................................................................... 33
2.12 Installing the Optional Solar Panel ............................................................................ 34
2.12.1 Attaching Mounting Hardware to the Solar Panel ................................................. 34
2.12.2 Mounting the Solar Panel (Integral Mount) ........................................................... 36
2.12.3 Mounting the Solar Panel (Remote Mount) ........................................................... 38