Krohne OPTIFLEX 1300 C Level Meter Quickstart Guide ... - Instrumart

2 INSTALLATIONOPTIFLEX 1300 C2.10.7 Installation recommendations for non-metallic tanks and pitsIf you have a device with a single rod or a single cable probe and a thread connection,obey these instructions:• Put a metal sheet between the device and the process connection.i It must have a diameter greater than 200 mm / 8¨.• Make sure that the metal sheet is in contact with the thread stop on the device.We recommend that you use DN≥200 / ≥8¨ for flange connections.If you have a device with a double rod, double cable or coaxial probe, you can ignore theseinstructions.Figure 2-22: Installation in a non-metallic tank or pit with a thread connection1 Non-metallic (plastic...) tank or pit2 Metal sheet, Ø ≥200 mm / 8¨CAUTION!When the device is installed, make sure that the tank roof has no deformation.22www.krohne.com09/2010 - 4000049805 - QS OPTIFLEX 1300 R08 en