5 systematic troubleshooting – Emerson 5081-T User Manual

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MODEL 5081-T

SECTION 10.0

DIAGNOSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING

10.5 SYSTEMATIC TROUBLESHOOTING

If the Quick Troubleshooting Guide does not resolve the error, try the step-by-step approach offered in Figure 10-4.

Step 1 Follow the troubleshooting flow chart.

Step 2 Refer to the tests and instructions indicated by the flow chart to diagnose the problem.

Conductivity Measurement

Problem (in the process)

Remove the sensor from process

and place sensor in air. Zero instru-

ment. Refer to Section 5.3 & 5.4.

OK?

Consult

Service Center

YES

NO

YES

YES

NO

NO

Does problem

still exist?

NOTE:
Before starting this procedure
make sure that all wiring is correct.

NOTE:
This step is for normal contact-
ing only, not for low conductivity
or resistivity.

FIGURE 10-4. Troubleshooting Flow Chart

Place sensor in process and

standardize. Refer to Section 5.3.

OK?

Restart

Transmitter

Remove sensor from process and test in known

conductivity solution or against a certified

conductivity instrument

OK?

Check wiring

for short

Check diagnostic

messages

Refer to Table 10-2

Check for ground

loops and/or

improper installation

YES

NO

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