Storage And Transport; Mounting; General Instructions - SICK LFV 230 Manuel De Mise En Service

ged in the product, the frequency changes. This
change is detected by the integrated electronics
module and converted into a switching command.

2.3 Storage and transport

Packaging
Your instrument was protected by packaging during
transport. Its capacity to handle normal loads during
transport is assured by a test based on ISO 4180.
The packaging consists of cardboard. This material
is environment-friendly and recyclable. Dispose of
the packaging material via specialised recycling
companies.

3 Mounting

3.1 General instructions

Switching point
In general, LFV 230 can be installed in any position.
The instrument only has to be mounted in such a
way that the tuning fork is at the height of the
desired switching point.
Keep in mind that the swichting point can vary
dependent on the installation position.
The switching point refers to the medium water (1 g/
cm³/0.036 lbs/in³). Please keep in mind that the
switching point of the instrument shifts when the
medium has a density differing from water.
LFV 230
Fig. 13: Vertical mounting
1
Switching point in water
2
Switching point with lower density
3
Switching point with higher density
Fig. 14: Horizontal mounting
1
Switching point
2
Switching point (recommended mounting position, particularly
for adhesive products)
Moisture
Fig. 15: Measures against moisture penetration
Subject to change without notice
2
1
3
1
2
Mounting
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