Instruction Manual

Form 5233
May 1999 Type 2390 and 2390B

Type 2390 and 2390B Liquid Level Transmitters

Contents
Introduction ...............................2
Scope of Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Type 2390 and 2390B Transmitters . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
249 Series Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Test Equipment and Tools Required . . . 4 W4078/IL

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 TYPE 2390 OR 2390B LIQUID LEVEL TRANSMITTER

Pre-installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Direct or Reverse Action Setup Verification . . . . . 6
Transmitter Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Mounting the Transmitter on a 249 Series
Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Mounting the Transmitter for High Temperature
Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 TYPE 2390 OR 2390B
LIQUID LEVEL TRANSMITTER
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Precalibration Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Matching the Transmitter to a 249 Series
Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Coupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Zero and Span Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Recording the Sensor Span . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
CAGED TYPE 249B SENSOR
Securing the Unit for Shipment or
Placing the Unit In Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Determining Suspended
Weight for Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 W4067-1*/IL

Dry Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Figure 1. Type 2390 or 2390B Liquid Level Transmitter
Principle of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 and Typical Sensor
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Printed Wiring Board Compartment Parts
Checking Transmitter Hall-Effect Removal and Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Sensor Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Removing the Analog Output Meter . . . . . . . . . . 22
Checking the Analog Output Meter . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Removing the Printed Wiring Board Assembly 22
Removing the Transmitter from a Removing a Potentiometer Assembly . . . . . . . . 22
249 Series Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Removing and Re-installing the Transmitter
249 Series Sensor in Standard Hall-Effect Sensor Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Temperature Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Re-installing a Potentiometer Assembly . . . . . . 22
249 Series Sensor in High Temperature Re-installing a Printed Wiring Board Assembly 22
Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Re-installing the Analog Output Meter . . . . . . . . 22
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Contents (Continued)
Sensor Connection Compartment Parts Removal
and Re-installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Lever Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing and Replacing the Flexure Strips . .
Removing the Dry Span Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Re-installing the Dry Span Scale . . . . . . . . . . . .
Re-installing the Lever Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Repair Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type 2390 and 2390B Liquid Level
Transmitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
249 Series Sensor Insulator Assembly . . . . . . . . 30
Introduction
Scope of Manual
This instruction manual provides installation, calibra-
tion, maintenance, and parts ordering information for
the Type 2390 and 2390B liquid level transmitters
used with the 249 Series level sensors. A typical
transmitter-sensor combination is shown in figure 1.
Refer to the Principle of Operation section for a more
comprehensive discussion of how the Type 2390 and
2390B liquid level transmitters operate.
Only personnel qualified through training or experience
should install, operate, and maintain this transmitter. If
there are any questions concerning these instructions
contact your Fisher Controls sales office or sales rep-
resentative before proceeding.
Note
This manual does not include sensor
installation instructions, maintenance
instructions, or parts lists. For this in-
formation, refer to the appropriate sen-
sor instruction manual.
Product Description
Type 2390 and 2390B Transmitters
The Type 2390 or 2390B liquid level transmitter is
used with the 249 Series sensors to measure changes
in liquid level, the level of interface between two liq-
2
23
23
23
24
24
24
26
26
26
Figure 2. Typical Nameplate
uids, or the specific gravity (density) changes of a liq-
uid. These changes exert a buoyant force on the dis-
placer, which rotates the torque tube shaft. This rotary
motion is applied to the transmitter, and the resulting
current output signal is sent to an indicating or final
control element.
A wide variety of 249 Series sensors are used with the
Type 2390 or 2390B transmitters.
249 Series Sensors
! The Type 249, 249B, 249BF, 249C, 249K, 249L,
and 249N sensors side-mount on the vessel with the
displacer mounted inside a cage outside the vessel.
(The Type 249BF is available only in Europe, Middle
East, and Africa.) These sensors are called caged
sensors.
! The Type 249BP, 249CP, and 249P sensors top-
mount on the vessel with the displacer hanging down
into the vessel. These sensors are called cageless
sensors.
! The Type 249V sensor side-mounts on the ves-
sel with the displacer hanging out into the vessel
(cageless sensor).
Specifications
Specifications for a Type 2390 or 2390B transmitter
are listed in table 1. Some specifications for an individ-
ual transmitter, as it comes from the factory, are found
on the nameplate (figure 2).

Table 1. Specifications
Transmitter Input Signal(1)
Liquid level, interface level, or density changes
move the displacer up or down to provide rotary
motion to the torque tube shaft
Transmitter Output Signal(1)
4 to 20 milliamperes (mA) dc (direct action—in-
creasing input increases transmitter output; or re-
verse action—increasing input decreases transmit-
ter output)
Transmitter Performance (Transmitter Only)
(Specific Gravity of 1.0)
Transmitter Output Reference Accuracy(1):
!0.5% of full scale output
Hysteresis(1): !0.1% of full scale output
Repeatability(1): !0.1% of full scale output
Dry Span Calibration: !2.5% of full scale at a spe-
cific gravity of 1.0
Optional Analog Output Meter Accuracy: !2.5%
of full scale
Frequency Response: A second order fit of the
combined torque tube and transmitter transfer func-
tion is characterized by a natural frequency (!n) of
3 radians/second and a damping ratio (") of 0.9.
The −3 dB point (90" phase shift) occurs between
0.4 and 0.5 Hz.
Transmitter Performance With 249 Series Sensor(2)
(Specific Gravity of 1.0, Standard Torque Tube)
Independent Linearity(1): !0.75% of full scale out-
put
Hysteresis(1): 0.4% of full scale output
Transmitter Operating Influences(1)
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)(1): With trans-
mitter covers on, product meets requirements of
SAMA standard PMC 33.1-1978; Class 3-abc out-
put changes less than !0.5% of actual span when
operated in an electromagnetic field strength of 30
V/m [this is equivalent to a 5-watt, 20 to 1000 MHz
radio transmitter operating 19 inches (0.5 m) from
the level transmitter]
Power Supply Effect: Output signal changes less
than !0.002% of full scale output per 1.0 volt change
in power supply voltage between 11 and 45 volts dc
Transmitter Power Supply Requirements(3)
Figure 3
Standard Transmitter: 11 to 45 volts dc with re-
verse polarity protection
−Continued−
Type 2390 and 2390B
CSA and SAA Certified or FM Approved Trans-
mitter (2390): 11 to 30 volts dc for intrinsically safe or
11 to 30 volts dc for flameproof units
LCIE or PTB (CENELEC) Approved Transmitter
(2390B): 11 to 32.5 volts dc for intrinsically safe
(PTB) and 11 to 45 volts dc for flameproof (LCIE)
units
Transmitter Span Adjustment
10 to 100% of displacer length for level applications
using a standard volume displacer
Transmitter Zero Adjustment
100% of displacer length
Transmitter Environmental Protection
Enclosure Protection
Type 2390: Meets NEMA 4X, CSA Type 4X, and
IP65 ratings
Type 2390B: Meets EN 60529 IP66 rating
Complies with the European EMC directive
Transient Power Surge Protection: No damage for
a line-to-line power surge of up to 100 kilowatts for
100 nanoseconds, or 1.5 kilowatts for 1 millisecond
Transmitter Hazardous Area Classification
Refer to the Hazardous Area Classifications bulle-
tins for appropriate approvals
Transmitter Weight
7.7 pounds (3.5 kg)
Standard Sensor Displacer Volumes
Type 249C, 249CP Displacers: 60 cubic inches
(983 cm3)
All Other Displacers: 100 cubic inches (1639 cm3)
Minimum Sensor Differential Specific Gravity
0.1 with standard volume displacers
Mounting Positions
Transmitter may be right or left hand mounted on
sensor. All level sensors with cage displacers have a
rotatable head. The head can be rotated through 360
degrees to any of eight different positions as shown in
figure 8
Caged Sensor Connection Styles
Cages can be furnished in a variety of end connec-
tion styles to facilitate mounting on vessels; the
equalizing connection styles are numbered and are
shown in figure 4
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Type 2390 and 2390B
Table 1. Specifications (continued)

Operating Limits Normal

Transport
Nominal
Conditions and Storage
Process Temperature: See table 3 and figure 11 Limits(1) Reference(1)
Limits(1)
Ambient Temperature and Humidity: See below Ambient – 40 to 176"F – 58 to 176"F 77"F
Temperature(1) (– 40 to 80"C) (– 50 to 80"C) (25"C)
Ambient
10 to 95% 10 to 95% 40%
Relative Humidity
1. These terms are defined in ISA Standard S51.1-1979.
2. Specific gravity of 1.0 on standard wall torque tube with full input change.
3. All versions have reverse polarity protection.

Table 2. Additional Tools Required

TOOL SIZE FOR TYPE
TOOL COMPONENT 2390 OR 2390B TRANSMITTER
Type 2390, Inches Type 2390B, mm
Hex nut driver Shaft clamp 11/32 7
Allen head wrench Shipping screw 9/64 3
Open-end wrench Cam disk assembly 9/32 7
Allen head wrench Heat insulator 5/64 2
Open-end wrench Mounting hex nuts 1/2 13
Open-end wrench Vent plug 15/16 24
Open-end wrench Eccentric pin 3/16 5
Allen head wrench Flexure screws 3/32 2.5
Allen head wrench Lever assembly adjustment 9/64 3
Allen head wrench Eccentric pin lock 5/64 2
Allen head wrench Cover, CENELEC flameproof 5/64 2

Table 3. Allowable Process Temperatures for Common 249

1700 FOR A 4−20
Sensor Component Materials MILLIAMPERE
CIRCUIT,
Process Temperature MAXIMUM
Material 1450
Min. Max. ALLOWABLE
LOAD
LOAD RESISTANCE, OHMS

Cast Iron −20"F (−29"C) 450"F (232"C) 1250 RESISTANCE IS

1700 OHMS
Steel −20"F (−29"C) 800"F (427"C)
1000
Stainless Steel −325"F (−198"C) 800"F (427"C)
N05500 (K-Monel) −325"F (−198"C) 700"F (371"C) 750
Graphite Laminate/SST CSA CERTIFIED OR
−325"F (−198"C) 800"F (427"C) FM APPROVED
Gaskets TRANSMITTERS
500
INTRINSICALLY-
Monel/PTFE Gaskets −100"F (−73"C) 400"F (204"C) SAFE AND
FLAME-PROOF
250
STANDARD AND
LCIE (CENELEC)
0 FLAME-PROOF
10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 TRANSMITTERS
11 32.5
Test Equipment and Tools Required POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE, V dc
PTB (CENELEC)
INTRINSICALLY-SAFE
A3542-2 / IL APPROVED TRANSMITTERS
The following equipment is required for installation, Figure 3. Power Supply Requirements and Load Resistance
calibration, and maintenance of the Type 2390 and
2390B liquid level transmitters.
! Optionally, a 250 ohm, !0.1 percent, 1/2-watt
! Power supply capable of supplying up to 24 volts resistor may be used for converting the 4−20 mA
dc in series with a load. transmitter signals to 1–5 volts dc for voltage mea-
surements.
! A 4-digit digital voltmeter (DVM), with an imped-
ance of at least 250,000 ohms, that measures volt- ! General-purpose multimeter with an input imped-
ages in the range of 0 to 10 volts dc with an accuracy ance greater than 30,000 ohms per volt.
of !1 millivolt, and currents in the range of 0 to 50 mA
dc with an accuracy of !0.01 mA. ! An alignment tool (part number 1N10323 G012).

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 Type 2390 and 2390B

STYLE 1 STYLE 2 STYLE 3 STYLE 4

TOP AND BOTTOM CONNECTIONS, TOP AND LOWER SIDE CONNECTIONS, UPPER AND LOWER SIDE CONNECTIONS, UPPER SIDE AND BOTTOM CONNECTIONS,
SCREWED (S-1) OR FLANGED (F-1) SCREWED (S-2) OR FLANGED (F-2) SCREWED (S-3) OR FLANGED (F-3) SCREWED (S-4) OR FLANGED (F-4)
27A0973-A
B1820-1 / IL

Figure 4. Style Number of Equalizing Connections

! Refer to table 2 for additional tools required.

Refer to Repair Kits under Parts List in this instruction

manual for a tool kit for the Type 2390 transmitter.

Installation

WARNING

Personal injury or property damage due

to sudden release of pressure, contact
with hazardous fluid, fire, or explosion
can be caused by puncturing, heating,
or repairing a displacer that is retaining
process pressure or fluid. This danger
may not be readily apparent when disas-
sembling the sensor or removing the
displacer. Before disassembling the
sensor or removing the displacer, ob- A3789/IL

serve the appropriate warnings provided

in the sensor instruction manual. Figure 5. Typical Caged Sensor Mounting

The Type 249 sensor is mounted using one of two

methods, depending on the specific type of sensor. If
the sensor has a caged displacer, it typically mounts
on the side of the vessel as shown in figure 5. If the
sensor has a cageless displacer, the sensor mounts
on the side or top of the vessel as shown in figure 6.
The Type 2390 or 2390B transmitter is typically
shipped attached to the sensor. If ordered separately,
it may be convenient to mount the transmitter to the
sensor and perform the matching and initial calibration
before installing the sensor on the vessel.

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A5497/IL

2N10065-L
A3544-2/il

Figure 7. Printed Wiring Board Connections

Check that you have received the proper Hazardous

Area Approval rating on the transmitter. The name-
plate on the transmitter (figure 2) specifies the approv-
al agency (if required) for the transmitter.

Direct or Reverse Action Set-Up

A3788/IL
Figure 6. Typical Cageless Sensor Mounting
Pre-installation Requirements
Verification
Before installing the transmitter, determine that the
instrument is set up properly for direct or reverse ac-
tion. Direct action (increasing level produces an in-
creasing output) or reverse action (increasing level
produces a decreasing output) is set up as shown in
figure 7, depending on whether the sensor is right- or
left-hand mounted. If your transmitter is set up incor-
rectly, refer to the table in figure 7 before proceeding
with the installation. When changing action, the plug
must be rotated 180 degrees to insert it in the other
socket. (The wires from the plug exit toward the top of
the transmitter when in J2 and toward the bottom
when in J2.1, in order to engage the locking tangs on
the connectors.) On units with an output indicator, the
indicator mounting screws may have to be loosened to
allow easy access to the J2.1 socket.

Note
Caged sensors have a rod and block
installed on each end of the displacer to
protect the displacer in shipping. Re-
move these parts before installing the
sensor to allow the displacer to function
properly.
Transmitter Orientation
Mount the transmitter with the vent opening pointing
downward to allow accumulated moisture drainage.
The transmitter and torque tube arm are attached to
the displacer in either a right- or left-hand mounting
style, as shown in figure 8. This can be changed in the
field on the 249 Series sensors (refer to the appropri-
ate sensor instruction manual). Changing the mount-

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17A8552-A
B1874-1/IL

17A8552-A
B1875-1/IL

Figure 8. Head Mounting Positions for 249 Series Caged Sensor

with Rotatable Head (Top View)

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Type 2390 and 2390B
LEVER ASSEMBLY ALIGNMENT 3. Position the transmitter so the vent plug is on the
ADJUSTMENT
bottom of the transmitter.

4. Carefully slide the mounting studs into the sensor

mounting holes until the transmitter is snug against the
sensor.

5. Reinstall the hex nuts on the mounting studs and

tighten the hex nuts to 88.5 lbf#in (10 N#m).

Mounting the Transmitter for High

Temperature Applications
CAM-DISK SHAFT CLAMP
ASSEMBLY
VENT PLUG
Key numbers are shown in figure 10 except where
ECCENTRIC PIN
ECCENTRIC PIN COVER LOCKING SCREW
otherwise indicated.
LOCKING CAP SCREW (FLAME-PROOF TYPE 2390B ONLY)
4N10233-D
A3543-4/IL The transmitter requires an insulator assembly when
Figure 9. Sensor Connection Compartment temperatures exceed the limits shown in figure 11.

A torque tube shaft extension is required for a 249 Se-

ing style also changes the effective action, because
the torque tube rotation for increasing level, (looking at
the protruding shaft), is clockwise in a right hand
mounted unit and counterclockwise in a left hand
mounted unit. See table in Figure 7 for required config-
uration adjustment.
All caged 249 Series sensors have a rotatable head.
That is, the transmitter can be positioned at any of
eight alternate positions around the cage as indicated
by the position numbers 1 through 8 in figure 8. To
rotate the head, remove the head flange bolts and
nuts and position the head as desired.
ries sensor when using an insulator assembly.
CAUTION
Measurement errors can occur if the
sensor torque tube assembly is bent or
misaligned during installation.
1. For mounting a transmitter on a 249 Series sensor,
secure the shaft extension (key 37) to the sensor
torque tube shaft via the shaft coupling (key 36) and
set screws (key 38), with the coupling centered as
shown in figure 10.

Mounting the Transmitter on a 249 2. Remove the vent plug (figure 9) and loosen the
Series Sensor shaft clamp with the hex nut driver inserted through
the vent plug hole.
Key numbers are referenced in figure 21 or 22 except
where otherwise indicated. 3. Remove the hex nuts (key 62, figure 21 or 22) from
the mounting studs (key 61, figure 21 or 22).
1. Remove the vent plug (figure 9) and loosen the
shaft clamp (figure 9) with a hex nut driver inserted 4. Position the insulator (key 35) on the transmitter,
through the vent plug hole. sliding the insulator straight over the mounting studs.

5. Re-install the four hex nuts on the mounting studs

2. Remove the hex nuts (key 62) from the mounting
and tighten the nuts.
studs (key 61).
6. Carefully slide the transmitter with the attached in-
sulator over the shaft coupling so that the vent plug is
CAUTION on the bottom of the transmitter.

7. Secure the transmitter and insulator to the torque

Measurement errors can occur if the tube arm with four cap screws (key 39).
torque tube assembly is bent or misa-
ligned during installation. 8. Tighten the cap screws to 88.5 lbf#in (10 N#m).

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MN28800
20A7423-C
B2707 / IL

SENSOR TRANSMITTER

Figure 10. Transmitter Mounting on Sensor in High Temperature Applications

tions are applicable to the Type 2390B

with LCIE approval of flameproof. If
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE ("C)
there is a possibility that the tempera-
PROCESS TEMPERATURE ( C)
PROCESS TEMPERATURE ( F)

−40 −30 −20 −10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80

"
800 425
400
" ture of the surface to which the trans-
HEAT INSULATOR
TOO
HOT 300 mitter is mounted will exceed 70"C, then
400
REQUIRED 200 the autoignition temperature of the at-
100 mosphere surrounding the transmitter
0 NO HEAT INSULATOR NECESSARY 0 must be at least 15"C greater than the
1 −100 surface temperature, but not less than
TOO HEAT INSULATOR
−200 85"C. For example, a surface tempera-
−325 COLD REQUIRED
−40 −20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 176 ture of 75"C would require that the at-
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE ("F) mosphere have an autoignition tempera-
STANDARD TRANSMITTER ture of at least 90"C.
NOTES:
1 FOR PROCESS TEMPERATURES BELOW −20"F (−29"C) AND
ABOVE 400"F (204"C) SENSOR MATERIALS MUST BE
APPROPRIATE FOR THE PROCESS — SEE TABLE 3. Note
2. IF AMBIENT DEW POINT IS ABOVE PROCESS TEMPERATURE, ICE
39A4070-B
A5494-1/IL
FORMATION MIGHT CAUSE INSTRUMENT MALFUNCTION AND REDUCE
INSULATOR EFFECTIVENESS.
For intrinsically safe applications, refer
to the loop schematics at the end of this
Figure 11. Guidelines for Use of Optional manual or to instructions supplied by
Heat Insulator Assembly the barrier manufacturer.

The transmitter is normally powered by a 24-volt pow-

er supply in series with a load. Figure 12 shows typical
Wiring field wiring.

Wire the transmitter as follows:

WARNING
1. Remove the field wiring compartment cover (key
Personal injury or property damage can 38, figure 21 or 22) from the housing (key 1, figure 21
result if a suitable conduit seal is not or 22). This compartment has two threaded openings
installed. For explosion-proof applica- available for fittings.
tions, install the seal no more than 18
inches (457 mm) from the transmitter. Note
For European applications, the Type
2390B can be wired with a conduit entry
WARNING adapter or cable gland (key 42, figure
22). Figure 12 shows typical field wiring.
To avoid personal injury or property Be sure to follow all local codes and ap-
damage, the following special condi- provals.

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Type 2390 and 2390B
FIELD WIRING COMPARTMENT P 1

GND
+
+ 24 V DC
POWER
- SUPPLY
+ LOAD - -

2
SAFETY EARTH
GROUND GROUND

TYPE 2390 STANDARD, FM APPROVED OR CSA CERTIFIED TRANSMITTERS

P
FIELD WIRING COMPARTMENT 1

+
+ 24 V DC
POWER
2 - SUPPLY
+ LOAD - -

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TYPE 2390B LCIE (CENELEC) FLAMEPROOF TRANSMITTERS

NOTES:
1 CABLE IS NO. 14 TO 18 AWG (2.08 TO 0.82 mm2), SHIELDED, TWISTED PAIR WITH DRAIN WIRE.
B1983-1/IL 2 REFER TO NATIONAL AND LOCAL CODES FOR APPROPRIATE GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS.

Figure 12. Typical 2-Wire Analog Signal Conditioner Connections

2. Bring the field wiring into the transmitter via one of
the two threaded openings. Rigid metal conduit is rec-
ommended. Be sure to follow all local installation
codes and approvals.
3. Connect the wire from the positive power supply
terminal to the positive screw terminal on the terminal
block in the field wiring compartment. Connect the
positive load connection to the negative screw terminal
in the field wiring compartment as shown in figure 12.
Connect the wire from the negative power supply ter-
minal to the negative load terminal to complete the
loop.
WARNING
Personal injury or property damage can
result from the discharge of static elec-
tricity. Connect a 14 AWG (2.08 mm2)
ground strap between the transmitter
and earth ground when flammable or
hazardous gases are present. Refer to
national and local codes and standards
for grounding requirements.
4. Connect the safety ground (seal the conduit open-
ing) and the earth ground as shown in figure 12. Re-
place and hand tighten the cover to the housing. When
the loop is ready for startup, apply power to the power
supply.
Calibration
Precalibration Considerations
A Type 2390 or 2390B transmitter must be matched to
a specific Type 249 sensor and then calibrated with
that sensor to a specific process requirement. Thus,
before a transmitter and sensor combination can be
installed for use, matching and calibration must be
performed.
The matching procedure records the displacer/torque
tube rotational span on the transmitter dry span scale.
The scale is calibrated so that 0 to 100% represents
the nominal design span of 4.4 degrees. The sensitiv-
ity of the system varies due to the wide assortment
and tolerances of torque tubes and displacer volumes.
For standard combinations using water at 70"F (21"C)
as the measured liquid, the value of the sensitivity will
fall between 85 and 100%.

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Matching is done at the factory, using water with a
specific gravity of 1, for transmitter/sensor combina-
tions that are ordered together. Matching must be
done in the field when:
! the transmitter is ordered separately from the
sensor,
! the transmitter is replaced in the field,
! any time the sensor or sensor parts (torque tube
or displacer) are replaced, or
! any time the transmitter is disconnected from the
torque tube.
Note
If the transmitter is disconnected from
the torque tube, and none of the other
conditions listed occured, then only the
coupling steps of the matching proce-
dure need to be performed.
One of two methods may be used to match the trans-
mitter to the sensor:
! Wet Calibration—this method calibrates the in-
strument by raising and lowering the fluid level while
the displacer is in the fluid. This is the most accurate
method.
! Calibration by Weights—this method may be
used on the bench, the displacer is removed from the
torque tube. Here, computed weights are used to sim-
ulate the combined displacer weight and buoyant
force.
If possible, the system should be coupled and cali-
brated with the process fluids at the process tempera-
ture. When this is impractical or unsafe, various
means may be employed to simulate actual process
conditions.
If the process temperature is close to ambient condi-
tions, simply suspend the displacer to appropriate
depths in a liquid having a specific gravity equal to that
of the process liquid. For a caged sensor, the liquid
used can be poured into the cage. If necessary, water
can be used for matching in the shop. If water is used,
compensation must be made for the difference be-
tween the specific gravity of water and that of the pro-
cess liquid by scaling the levels used by the fluid spe-
cific gravity.
If the process temperature will be considerably differ-
ent than the calibration temperature, the variation in
torque tube spring rate with temperature must also be
considered. (Ref. TM−18) In some cases calibration
by weights may be the only feasible means of simulat-
Type 2390 and 2390B
ing the actual process. The various compensations for
specific gravity and temperature are accounted for in
the calculation of calibration weights.
Once the instrument is matched to the sensor using
one of the two methods, you can use the Dry Span
Scale system to rerange the instrument (change the
zero and span). This method artificially drives the me-
chanical input to the computed set points relative to
the nominal calibration supplied by the Wet Calibration
or Calibration by Weights methods. Therefore, dry cal-
ibration can be performed only after the instrument
has been matched to the sensor.
Note
A transmitter factory-mounted on a sen-
sor is already matched and does not re-
quire the matching procedure. The
matching is performed using water with
a specific gravity of 1 or with appropri-
ate weights, and the scale is marked at
full actual travel (span) and will be the
larger value on the appropriate scale.
Before starting the matching procedure, confirm that
the transmitter is correctly set up and installed on the
sensor as described in the “Installation” section.
Matching the Transmitter to a 249 Series
Sensor
All locations in this procedure are referenced in figure
13 unless otherwise indicated. The transmitter should
be installed on the torque tube arm, with the shaft
clamp (figure 9) loose.
Setup
1. Loosen the door screw on the calibration door and
open the door.
2. Remove the red shipping screw.
Note
Place the shipping screw in the clip pro-
vided in the calibration door for rein-
stallation after completing the calibra-
tion procedures if the unit is to be
moved.
3. Connect the transmitter to the test equipment per
the calibration setup (figure 14) and turn on the power
supply and DVM. Set the DVM to measure milliam-
peres (mA).
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Type 2390 and 2390B
SPAN RED SHIPPING SCREW
POTENTIOMETER
ADJUSTMENT SHAFT SCALE
INDICATOR

ZERO AND SPAN HOLDING

POTENTIOMETER POSITION
ADJUSTMENT
COVER
SCALE SET
SCREW

ZERO
POTENTIOMETER SPRING WIRE
ADJUSTMENT SHAFT

HOLDING
POSITION (USE ONLY WHEN
DRY SPAN
INSTALLING SHIPPING
KNOB
SCREW)

POINTER

VENT PLUG

CALIBRATION DOOR

SHIPPING
SCREW CLIP CALIBRATION
DOOR SCREW

W5073-2/IL

Figure 13. Calibration Adjustments

CAUTION

The cam can be damaged if the dry span

knob is rotated in the incorrect direc-
tion. Always rotate the dry span knob
clockwise when moving away from the
AUTO position. Rotate the dry span
knob counterclockwise when moving
toward the AUTO position.
A3545-2/IL

Figure 14. Transmitter Calibration Setup
4. Verify that plug P2 is in the correct position for di-
rect or reverse action as appropriate (figure 7).
7. Set the dry span scale in the center of its slip range
as follows:
a. Loosen the set screw in the dry span knob.
b. Hold the dry span knob so that it can’t rotate.

c. With a free finger, slip the scale clockwise until it

5. Loosen the screw on the zero and span potentiom-
eter adjustment cover and turn the cover to expose
the potentiometer adjustment shafts.
stops, then counterclockwise to the opposite stop,
noting limits of travel.
d. Position the scale so that it is midway between
the two stops and hand tighten the set screw.

6. Turn the span potentiometer (marked ‘‘S’’) to its full Coupling

counterclockwise position and then clockwise two full 1. Turn the dry span knob to 0 percent using the ap-
turns. propriate right- or left-hand dry span scale.

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2. Set the displacer to the lowest possible process
condition, (i.e. lowest water level or minimum specific
gravity, highest temperature) or replace the displacer
by the heaviest calibration weight.
Note
Interface or density applications with
displacer/torque tube sized for a small
total change in specific gravity are de-
signed to be operated with the displacer
always submerged. In these applica-
tions, the torque rod is sometimes rest-
ing on a stop while the displacer is dry.
The torque tube does not begin to move
until a considerable amount of liquid
has covered the displacer. In this case,
it is necessary to couple with the displa-
cer submerged in the fluid with the low-
est density and the highest process
temperature condition, or to an equiva-
lent condition simulated with the calcu-
lated weights,
3. Move the spring wire to the R holding position.
4. Remove the vent plug and insert the hex nut driver
into the hole and onto the torque tube shaft clamp nut.
Tighten to a maximum torque of 18 lbf#in. (2.1 N#m).
5. Return the spring wire to its neutral (center)
position.
Note
The spring wire must be in the neutral
(center) position for operation in the au-
tomatic mode.
6. Turn the dry span knob to the AUTO position.
7. Use the zero potentiometer (marked “Z”) to adjust
the output current as follows:
! For direct action: adjust the output current to
4 mA.
! For reverse action: adjust the output current to
20 mA.
8. Determine the point where the cam touches the
eccentric pin by slowly turning the dry span knob until
the output current begins to move off the zero value.
9. If the resulting dry span scale reading is within !5
percent, go to step 19. If it is not, record the dry span
scale reading and proceed with the next step.
Type 2390 and 2390B
10. Loosen the torque tube shaft clamp nut.
11. Move the spring wire to the R holding position.
12. Determine a new coupling position from the
following:
New coupling % = (−1) (dry span scale reading in step
9)
Example: X% = (–1) (–10)
X% = +10
Example: X% = (–1) (+7)
X% = –7
13. Move the dry span knob to the new coupling
position.
14. Retighten the torque tube shaft clamp nut.
15. Return the spring wire to the neutral (center)
position.
Note
The spring wire must be in the neutral
(center) position for operation in the au-
tomatic mode.
16. Turn the dry span knob to the AUTO position.
17. Use the zero potentiometer (marked “Z”) to adjust
the output current as follows:
! For direct action: adjust the output current to
4 mA
! For reverse action: adjust the output current to
20 mA
18. Slowly turn the dry span knob until the output cur-
rent reading barely begins to move off the zero value.
Note
If the transmitter has been precalibrated
for 4 to 20 mA output with reference to 0
to 100% on the dry span scale, (a stand−
alone transmitter is shipped in this con-
dition), each dry span scale division in-
dicates 1% of span. With this initial
condition, the dry span knob may be ro-
tated till the output current is 1% of
span (0.16 mA) inside the current range
limit, then align the scale at the 1%
mark.
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Type 2390 and 2390B
19. Loosen the scale set screw.
Note
Firmly hold onto the dry span knob
while turning the scale.
20. Slip the scale to indicate 0 percent without moving
the dry span knob. If you cannot get the scale to the
appropriate mark, loosen the dry span knob set screw,
re-center the scale, hand tighten the set screw, and
return to step 9).
21. Hand Tighten the scale set screw.
22. Return the dry span knob to the AUTO position.
Zero and Span Adjustment
1. Depending on the transmitter action, perform one
or the other of the following:
! For direct action: move the displacer to the low-
est position (i.e., lowest water level or minimum specif-
ic gravity, highest process temperature) or replace the
displacer by the heaviest calibration weight.
! For Reverse Action: move the displacer to the
desired highest position (i.e., highest water level or
maximum specific gravity, lowest process tempera-
ture) or replace the displacer by the lightest calibration
weight.
2. Adjust the output current to 4 mA with the zero
potentiometer.
3. Depending on the transmitter action, perform one
or the other of the following:
! For Direct Action: move the displacer to the
highest position (i.e., highest water level or maximum
specific gravity, lowest process temperature) or re-
place the displacer by the lightest calibration weight.
! For Reverse Action: move the displacer to the
lowest position (i.e., lowest water level or minimum
specific gravity, highest process temperature) or re-
place the displacer by the heaviest calibration weight.
4. Adjust the output current to 20 mA with the span
potentiometer.
5. Repeat steps 1 and 3 to verify calibration and trim
values if necessary.
Recording the Sensor Span
1. To record the sensor output span on the dry span
scale, first move the spring wire to the R holding posi-
tion.
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2. Turn the dry span knob until the current output is
20 mA for direct action or 4 mA for reverse action.
3. Mark this position on the scale with a felt tip pen
and record the scale reading of the mark on a calibra-
tion sticker inside the dry span door. (This marked
span position is used later in calibrating to specific ap-
plication requirements).
4. Turn the dry span knob counterclockwise to the
AUTO position.
5. Move the spring wire to the neutral (center)
position.
Securing the Unit for Shipment or Placing
the Unit In Service
1. If the system is to be moved without blocking the
displacer before being placed in service (as in skid
mounted systems), perform the following:
a. Uncouple the transmitter from the torque tube
and install the shipping screw. (The spring wire
may be hooked in the “L” position to facilitate en-
gaging the shipping screw in the lever assembly
threads.)
b. Tag the calibration door with the appropriate
warning and indicate that the transmitter will need
to be re-coupled before placing in service. (When
re-coupling, the dry span scale mark will still be
correct after the zero is aligned with the dry displa-
cer condition.)
2. If the system is being placed in service, or is being
moved with the displacer blocked, the shipping screw
should be stored in the holding clip inside the door.
3. Close the calibration door and tighten the door
screw.
4. Turn the zero and span potentiometer adjustment
cover back over the potentiometer adjustment screws
and tighten the cover screw.
Determining Suspended Weight for
Calibration
CAUTION
To avoid overloading a torque tube
sized for interface or density applica-
tions under dry conditions, consult your
Fisher sales office or sales representa-
tive for the maximum allowable substi-
tute weight Ws that can be used with
your particular construction.
To determine the total weight that must be suspended
from the displacer rod to simulate a certain condition

of process temperature, fluid level or specific gravity,
solve the following equation:
"W d # $%# w&(V s)(SG)'(
Ws !
[1 # $(%T)]
where:
Ws = Total suspended weight in pounds (kilo-
grams) [should never be less than 0.5 lbs
(0.227 kg)].
Note
For liquid level control at standard tem-
perature and pressure only, simulate the
lower range limit of the input span by
hanging the displacer on the displacer
rod. For other values of process temper-
ature or input span, remove the displac-
er and suspend the appropriate weight
as determined in the equation above.
$ = (% change in torque tube modulus per "F
("C))/100% (Ref. TM-18 or call engineering)
%T = (Expected process temperature) − (tempera-
ture of torque tube during calibration), in "F
("C)
Wd = Weight of the displacer, in pounds (kilo-
grams) [determine by weighing displacer].
Note: for top-mounted sensors, also include
the weight of the displacer stem.
&w = Density of water (specific gravity = 1.0),
0.0361 pounds per cubic inch (9.992 x 10−4
kilograms per cubic centimeter)
Vs = Volume of the displacer, in cubic inches (cu-
bic centimeters), that would be submerged at
the level required by the calibration proce-
dure. '(/4 (displacer diameter)2 x (length of
displacer submerged)]
SG = Specific gravity of the process fluid at oper-
ating temperature.
For interface level measurement, the equation be-
comes:
"W d # %# w&(V)[(h l)(SG l) ) (h h)(SG h)](
Ws !
[1 # $(%T)]
Type 2390 and 2390B
where:
V = Volume of the displacer, in cubic inches (cu-
bic centimeters). '(/4 (displacer diameter)2 x
(length of displacer submerged)]
hl = Relative length of displacer that is immersed
in the lighter fluid. [(length of the displacer
immersed in lighter fluid)/(length of the displa-
cer)]
SGl = Specific gravity of the lighter fluid at operat-
ing temperature.
hh = Relative length of displacer that is immersed
in the heavier fluid. [(length of the displacer
immersed in heavier fluid)/(length of the dis-
placer)]
SGh = Specific gravity of the heavier fluid at operat-
ing temperature.
Dry Calibration
The appropriate Matching the Transmitter to a 249
Series Sensor procedure must have been completed,
and its sensitivity recorded, before performing this pro-
cedure. All locations referenced in this procedure are
shown in figure 13 unless otherwise indicated.
Note
A transmitter factory-mounted on a sen-
sor is already matched and does not re-
quire the matching procedure. The
matching is performed at room tempera-
ture using water with a specific gravity
of 1 or with appropriate weights. The
scale is marked at full actual travel
(span) and will be the larger value on
the appropriate scale. If other condi-
tions are used in matching, they should
be indicated on a calibration sticker in-
side the dry span door, If such is the
case, the following procedure will not
be applicable without modification
1. Loosen the screw on the calibration door and open
the door.
2. If the red shipping screw is installed (clamping the
lever assembly) in the housing wall, remove it and
stow it in the clip on the door. The transmitter is most
likely uncoupled from the torque tube. In this case,
perform the Coupling steps of the Matching the Trans-
mitter to a 249 Series Sensor procedure before pro-
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Type 2390 and 2390B
ceeding. To confirm that the unit is coupled, observe
that the spring wire moves as the displacer is lifted
Note
Place the shipping screw in the clip pro-
vided in the calibration door for re-
installation after completing the calibra-
tion procedures if the unit is to be
moved.
3. Connect the transmitter to the test equipment per
the calibration setup (figure 14) and turn on the power
supply and the DVM.
4. Move the spring wire to the R holding position.
5. Loosen the screw on the zero and span potentiom-
eter adjustment cover plate and turn the cover plate to
expose the adjustments.
Note
The span control pivots the output
transfer characteristic around the 4 mA
output point. For this reason, the 4 mA
output point is adjusted first with the
zero control, for both direct and reverse
action.
6. Steps 7 through 12 of this procedure are broken
into two parts, one for level applications and one for
interface level or density measurement. Perform one
or the other of steps 7 through 12 depending upon the
application
Dry Calibration for Level Applications (Steps 7
through 12)
7. Determine the calculated dry span scale setting
(PBprocess) required for 100% level calibration point by
using the following formula:
PBprocess = (SGprocess) x (PBwater)
where:
SGprocess = specific gravity of process fluid
PBwater = recorded or marked dry span scale value
from the wet calibration procedure (equiva-
lent to the mechanical proportional band of
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the torque tube when using water at ambi-
ent conditions as the process fluid)
8. Depending on the transmitter action, perform one
or the other of the following:
! For direct action, turn the dry span knob to 0
percent on the appropriate scale.
! For reverse action, turn the dry span knob to
the calculated 100% scale setting on the appropriate
scale.
9. Adjust the zero potentiometer until the output cur-
rent is 4 mA.
10. Depending on the transmitter action, perform one
or the other of the following:
! For direct action, turn the dry span knob to the
calculated 100% scale setting on the appropriate
scale.
! For reverse action, turn the dry span knob to 0
percent on the appropriate scale.
11. Adjust the span potentiometer until the output cur-
rent is 20 mA.
12. Proceed to step 13.
Dry Calibration for Interface Level or Density
Measurement Applications (Steps 7 through 12)
7. If the transmitter was initially coupled at dry displa-
cer condition and marked with SG = 1.0, compute the
0% and 100% dry span scale settings for the dry span
scale as follows:
0% scale setting = (SGmin) x (PBwater)
100% scale setting = (SGmax) x (PBwater)
where:
SGmin = lowest specific gravity for density or specif-
ic gravity of top phase for interface.
SGmax = highest specific gravity for density or spe-
cific gravity of bottom phase for interface
PBwater = recorded or marked dry span scale value
from the wet calibration procedure (equiv-
alent to the mechanical proportional band
of the torque tube when using water at
ambient conditions as the process fluid)
 Type 2390 and 2390B
Note

Normal factory matching procedure is

done with a specific gravity of 1.0. If a
specific gravity other than 1.0 was used
in the factory matching procedure, or
the transmitter was coupled at other TORQUE
TUBE
than dry displacer condition, the zero
and span settings for the dry span scale DISPLACER
and the associated SG values are shown
on a label (key 171) on the inside sur-
face of the calibration door. In this case,
use the values on the label to confirm
the calibration, rather than the formula
shown above. The rated accuracy of the
dry span scale is only 2.5% of 4.4 de-
grees and the resolution is about 1% of
4.4 degrees, so its usefulness is limited W1389-1*/IL

at low proportional band settings. 249 SERIES (SIDE VIEW)

8. Depending on the transmitter action, perform one

Figure 15. Typical Sensor Operation
or the other of the following:

! For direct action, turn the dry span knob to 0% 15. Remove the test equipment.
on the appropriate scale.
16. Close the calibration door and tighten the door
! For reverse action, turn the dry span knob to screw.
the calculated 100% scale setting on the appropriate
scale. 17. Turn the zero and span potentiometer adjustment
cover back over the adjustment shafts and tighten the
9. Adjust the zero potentiometer until the output cur- machine screw.
rent is 4 mA.
10. Depending on the transmitter action, perform one
or the other of the following:

! For direct action, turn the dry span knob to the
calculated 100% scale setting on the appropriate
scale.
! For reverse action, turn the dry span knob to
0% on the appropriate scale.
11. Adjust the span potentiometer until the output cur-
rent is 20 mA.
12. Proceed to step 13.
Dry Calibration Continued (Steps 13 through 17)
13. Move the spring wire to the neutral (center)
position.
Note
The spring wire must be in the neutral
(center) position for operation in the au-
tomatic mode.
14. Turn the dry span scale to the AUTO position.
Principle of Operation
A level, density, or interface level change in the mea-
sured fluid causes a change in the displacer position
(figure 15). This change is transferred to the torque
tube assembly. As the measured fluid changes, the
torque tube assembly rotates up to 4.4 degrees for a
249 Series sensor, varying the transmitter output be-
tween 4 and 20 mA. This conversion is described in
the following paragraphs and shown in the block dia-
gram (figure 16).
The rotary motion is transferred to the transmitter le-
ver assembly (via a bellows) supported by flexure
strips. The rotary motion moves a magnet attached to
the lever assembly, changing the magnetic field that is
sensed by the Hall-effect position sensor. The sensor
then converts the magnetic field signal to an electronic
signal.
The electronic signal is ambient-temperature-compen-
sated and amplified by the differential amplifier. The
signal is then linearized to compensate for the nonlin-
earity of the magnetic field. The first and second-order

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Type 2390 and 2390B
SK588
B1842-1/IL
Figure 16. Block Diagram of Type 2390 and 2390B Transmitter Operation
low pass filters dampen the effects of process turbu-
lence and prevent saturation of the dc amplifier and
the current driver. The dc amplifier provides noninter-
acting zero and span adjustments.
The current driver circuit develops a 4 to 20 mA cur-
rent output signal proportional to the dc amplifier volt-
age output. The voltage regulator provides stable sup-
ply voltages for the transmitter circuits under varying
operating conditions.
Circuits within the transmitter provide reverse polarity
protection, transient power surge protection, and elec-
tromagnetic interference (EMI) protection.
Maintenance
WARNING
To avoid personal injury due to fire or
explosion, remove electrical power be-
fore removing the transmitter in a haz-
ardous area. Do not apply power to the
transmitter, with the covers removed,
while in a hazardous area.
Troubleshooting
Prior to reading the following text, go through the cal-
ibration section and check the items as described in
the Precalibration Considerations procedure. An im-
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properly set up transmitter can be the source of the
problem. If recalibrating does not clear up the problem,
proceed with this section.
Key numbers are shown in figure 21 or 22 unless
otherwise indicated.
1. Isolate the problem to the sensor or transmitter.
Set up the transmitter as if to do the calibration proce-
dure shown in figure 14. Then slowly move the dis-
placer up and down by changing the liquid level. The
output should follow the change in liquid level.
2. If there is no change in output in step 1, open the
calibration door (key 4) and carefully observe the
movement of the spring wire on the lever assembly
(figure 9) while changing the liquid level. If movement
cannot be detected:
a. Remove the vent plug (figure 9) and loosen the
shaft clamp (figure 9) on the lever assembly (key
12) with the hex nut driver inserted through the
vent plug hole.
b. Manually move the spring wire (figure 13) up
and down and observe the output. If there is no
output or an abnormal output is observed the mal-
function is in the transmitter. Further troubleshoot-
ing of the transmitter can be done by following table
4 and figure 17, or the transmitter can be returned
to the factory for repair. If a 0 to 100 percent output
can be obtained by moving the spring wire, the
transmitter is functional and the problem lies with
either the torque tube shaft coupling or the displac-
er of the sensor. Consult the appropriate Type 249
sensor instruction manual for further instructions on
the sensor.
 3N10061-G/IL

Figure 17. Schematic Diagram of Type 2390 and 2390B 4 to 20 mA Transmitter

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Type 2390 and 2390B
Type 2390 and 2390B
Symptom
1. No output
2. Output is below 3.2 mA dc
3. Output is constant at 3.2 or
30 mA dc
4. Lever assembly magnet
movement across Hall sensor does
not change output signal
5. Output drifting or erratic
on bench at constant temperature
Table 4. Troubleshooting Guide
Possible Cause
Incorrectly wired
Incorrect supply voltage or
excessive field wiring resistance
Sensor assembly failure
Sensor assembly failure
Open zero or span potentiometer
or wiring harness
Sensor assembly failure
Printed wiring board failure
Printed wiring board failure or
sensor failure
Check Corrective Action
Wiring Wire correctly
Voltage at field terminals should be Check power supply voltage
between 11 and 45 and total field wiring resistance
volts dc against figure 3.
Sensor assembly by performing Replace sensor assembly
the Checking Transmitter Sensor
Assembly procedure
Sensor assembly by performing Replace sensor assembly
the Checking Transmitter Sensor
Assembly procedure
Confirm resistance for zero and Replace potentiometers or
span potentiometers (20K ohms), repair wiring harness
continuity, solder joints, and
connector crimps of harness
Sensor assembly by performing Replace sensor assembly
the Checking Transmitter Sensor
Assembly procedure
Sensor assembly checks OK and Replace printed wiring board
magnet has not been
demagnetized.
Replace parts successively to Replace faulty part
isolate problem

After any disconnection or troubleshooting, recalibrate 7. Observe the output of the sensor on the DVM while
the transmitter using the Matching the Transmitter to a slowly rotating the dry span knob from 0 to 100 per-
249 Series Sensor procedure before putting it back cent on the R scale. The DVM reading should be pro-
into operation. portional to rotation, as follows:

+47 !8 mV at the 0% extreme

Checking Transmitter Hall-Effect Sensor
Assembly
Key numbers are shown in figure 21 or 22 unless
otherwise indicated.
1. Remove the printed wiring board housing cover
(key 2) from the transmitter.
2. Remove the analog output meter (key 16), if
installed, as described in the Removing the Analog
Output meter procedure.
3. Apply +24 volts dc to transmitter (via field wiring).
4. Disconnect the Hall-effect sensor assembly plug
P2 (figure 7) from the printed wiring board and connect
it to the DVM [+ to yellow (pin 1) and − to green
(pin 2)] .
5. Center the dry span scale in its slip range per step
7 of the Matching the Transmitter to a 249 Series Sen-
sor, Setup procedure.
6. Move the spring wire to the R holding position
(figure 13).
0 !7 mV at the 50% position, and
−47 !8 mV at the 100% position
8. If the output does not change with rotation, the
sensor assembly is not functioning properly. Proceed
to step 10.
9. If the output varies but is not within the above
specifications, the lever assembly may be damaged or
out of alignment. Inspect the lever assembly for dam-
aged or loose flexures, failed bonds on bellows joints,
magnet damage, etc. Make any required repairs, or
replace with a lever assembly that is known to be in
good condition. Perform the Reinstalling the Lever As-
sembly procedure in the “Maintenance” section of this
manual. Then repeat the troubleshooting tests. If the
output is still not within specification, proceed to
step 10. If the output is within specification, proceed
to step 12.
10. Turn the power supply off and measure the resist-
ance between pins 1 and 2 of the sensor output plug
P2. If the reading is not between 900 and 1200 ohms,
replace the sensor assembly (key 11). If the resist-
ance is within specification, proceed to step 11.
11. Disconnect plug P1 (figure 7) from the printed wir-
ing board and measure between its pins (blue and red
wires). If the reading is not between 900 and 1200

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ohms, replace the sensor assembly. If the resistance
is within specifications, proceed to step 12.
12. Connect a milliammeter between pins 1(+)
and 2(−) on the printed wiring board connector J1.
13. Turn the power supply on.
14. The current should be between 2.08 and 2.12 mA
at 70"F (21"C). [If measured at −40"F (−40"C), the
current should be approximately 0.05 mA lower than
the 70"F (21"C) value. At +176"F (80"C), the current
should be approximately 0.05 mA higher than the
70"F (21"C) value.]
15. If the current meets specification but the sensor
output is not within the ranges given in step 7 for
100% span (4.4 degree rotation of the input shaft), the
sensor assembly sensitivity is non-standard and it
must be replaced.
16. To replace the sensor, see Removing the Printed
Wiring Board Assembly and Removing and Re-Instal-
ling the Transmitter Sensor Assembly.
Checking the Analog Output Meter
The analog output meter resistance should be approxi-
mately 3.5 ohms.
Removing the Transmitter from a 249
Series Sensor
CAUTION
Take special care during removal of the
transmitter from the 249 Series sensor.
Bending or side-loading of the sensor
torque tube assembly could cause er-
rors in measurement on re-installation.
249 Series Sensor in Standard
Temperature Application
Key numbers are referenced in figure 21 or 22 except
where otherwise indicated.
1. Remove the vent plug (figure 9) and loosen the
shaft clamp (figure 9) on the lever assembly (key 12)
Type 2390 and 2390B
with the hex nut driver inserted through the vent plug
hole.
2. Turn the dry span scale to the auto position and
move the spring wire to the L position to make re-
installing the shipping screw easier.
3. Re-install the red shipping screw (key 57) that was
removed in the “Installation” or “Calibration” section.
4. Loosen and remove the hex nuts (key 62) from the
mounting studs (key 61).
5. Carefully pull the transmitter straight off the sensor
torque tube.
6. When re-installing the transmitter, follow the ap-
propriate procedure outlined in the “Installation” sec-
tion.
249 Series Sensor in High Temperature
Application
Key numbers are shown in figure 10 except where
otherwise indicated.
1. Remove the vent plug (figure 9) and loosen the
shaft clamp (figure 9) on the lever assembly (key 12,
figure 21 or 22) with the hex nut driver inserted
through the vent plug hole.
2. Turn the dry span scale to the auto position and
move the spring wire to the L position to make re-
installing the shipping screw easier.
3. Re-install the red shipping screw (key 57, figure 21
or 22) that was removed in the “Installation” or “Cal-
ibration” section.
4. Loosen and remove the cap screws (key 39).
5. Carefully pull the transmitter straight off the torque
tube shaft or torque tube shaft extension (key 37).
6. Loosen and remove the hex nuts (key 62, figure 21
or 22) from the mounting studs (key 61, figure 21
or 22).
7. Pull the heat insulator (key 35) off the mounting
studs.
8. When re-installing the transmitter, follow the ap-
propriate procedure outlined in the “Installation” sec-
tion.
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Type 2390 and 2390B
Printed Wiring Board Compartment
Parts Removal and Replacement
CAUTION
Electrostatic voltages present in the
field environment and transferred to the
printed wiring board can cause failure
or degraded performance. Use appropri-
ate antistatic procedures any time the
printed wiring board housing cover is
removed.
Key numbers are shown in figure 21 or 22 except
where otherwise indicated.
Removing the Analog Output Meter
1. Disconnect power.
2. Unscrew and remove the printed wiring board
housing cover (key 222).
3. Unscrew the two machine screws (key 18).
4. Disconnect connector plug P5 from board connec-
tion J5 (figure 7).
5. Remove the entire output meter assembly (key 16)
from the housing (key 1).
Removing the Printed Wiring Board
Assembly
1. Disconnect connector plugs P1, P2, P3, P4, P6,
and P7 from board connections J1, J2 or J2.1, J3, J4,
J6, and J7 respectively (figure 7).
2. Remove the three machine screws (key 20).
3. Carefully remove the printed wiring board (key 64)
from the housing (key 1).
Removing a Potentiometer Assembly
1. Loosen the hex nut on the potentiometer assembly
until the threads are disengaged.
2. Pull the potentiometer (key 27 or 28) and shaft cou-
pling (key 25) slowly and carefully off of the potentiom-
eter shaft extension (key 22) with a twisting motion.
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Removing and Re-installing the
Transmitter Hall-Effect Sensor Assembly
1. Remove the two machine screws (key 167).
2. Slide the sensor assembly (key 11) out of the hous-
ing (key 1).
3. To re-install, slide the O-ring (key 10) over the sen-
sor assembly.
4. Slide the Hall-effect sensor assembly into the
housing.
5. Insert the two screws (key 167) and alternately
tighten.
Re-installing a Potentiometer Assembly
1. The potentiometer assembly comes with the shaft
coupling (key 25) installed on the potentiometer
(key 27 or 28). Slip the shaft coupling (key 25) over
the potentiometer shaft extension (key 22).
2. Unscrew the hex nut on the potentiometer bushing
until it is near the end of the bushing. Insert the poten-
tiometer assembly (keys 27 or 28) into the bracket and
snugly tighten the hex nut.
Re-installing a Printed Wiring Board
Assembly
CAUTION
To avoid damaging wiring that can inter-
rupt transmitter operation when the ana-
log output meter and printed wiring
board are installed, verify that wires are
routed around the posts and through
the notch in the printed wiring board as
shown in figure 18.
1. Route the Hall-effect sensor wires as shown in
figure 18.
2. Insert the printed wiring board assembly (key 64)
into the housing (key 1).
3. Tighten the three machine screws (key 21).
4. Reconnect connector plugs P1, P2, P3, P4, P6,
and P7 to board connections J1, J2 or J2.l, J3, J4, J6,
and J7 respectively as identified in figure 7.
Re-installing the Analog Output Meter
CAUTION
To avoid damaging wiring that can inter-
rupt transmitter operation, verify that
 Type 2390 and 2390B
WIRES MUST NOT CROSS THIS EDGE OF SENSOR FLANGE 2. Remove the two funnel plate machine screws
AMPLIFIER
PWB
TO PREVENT CUTTING WHEN METER IS INSTALLED (key 19) and funnel plate (key 45).
ANALOG METER
LOCATION 3. Loosen and remove the red shipping screw
POST (key 57) if installed.

RED &
BLUE GREEN & Note
WIRES YELLOW
WIRES Place the shipping screw in the clip pro-
SENSOR
ASSEMBLY vided on the calibration door for re-
installation after completing the calibra-
17B0679-A / DOC
tion procedures if the unit is to be
moved.
Figure 18. Hall-Effect Sensor Wire Routing
4. Loosen and remove the two cap screws (key 20).

5. Pull the lever assembly (key 12) gently out of the

wires are not pinched between the out-
put meter assembly and the printed wir-
ing board when installing the output
meter. A notch in the meter hole is pro-
vided for wires to pass through the
printed wiring board.
housing.
6. Inspect the flexure strips (key 85, figure 23) to see
if they are in any way bent or damaged. If they are
damaged, replace as described in the following proce-
dure.

1. Insert the output meter assembly (key 16) into the

hole in the printed wiring board (key 64). Removing and Replacing the Flexure
Strips
2. Connect connector plug P5 to the board connection
Key numbers are shown in figure 23 except where
J5 (figure 7).
otherwise indicated.

3. Position the aperture (key 17) over the meter,
insert the machine screws (key 18) through the apera-
ture and output meter mounting holes and tighten
snugly.
4. Screw the printed wiring board housing cover
(key 222) snugly onto the housing (key 1).
Remove the lever assembly as described in the pre-
vious procedure.
1. Position the alignment tool as shown in figure 19,
step 1.
2. Insert the alignment tool guides into the holes on
the bracket assembly as shown in figure 19, step 2.

3. While firmly grasping the alignment tool, remove

Sensor Connection Compartment Parts the cap screws (key 89), washer plate (key 93), and
Removal and Re-installation the flexure strips (key 85) from the lever assembly.

Remove the transmitter from the 249 Series sensor as

described in the Removing the Transmitter from a 249 CAUTION
Series Sensor procedure.

Key numbers are shown in figure 21 or 22 except Hold the alignment tool firmly when re-
where otherwise indicated. placing flexure strips to prevent pos-
sible bending or stressing that could
cause inaccurate operation.
Removing the Lever Assembly
4. Carefully position the new flexure strips and then
1. Remove the nuts (key 62) and slide the adapter insert the washers, plates and cap screws. Lightly
ring (key 3) off the housing and mounting studs snug the cap screws to hold the flexure strips in posi-
(keys 1 and 61). tion.

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Type 2390 and 2390B

FLEXURE
STRIP

FLEXURE
STRIP
CAP SCREWS

WASHER
STRIP

ALIGNMENT
TOOL

NOTE:
MAINTAIN CONSTANT PRESSURE ON ALIGNMENT TOOL AND
LEVER ASSEMBLY DURING REMOVAL AND REINSTALLATION.
W5605/IL W5604/IL

STEP 1—ALIGNMENT TOOL POSITIONED

STEP 2—ALIGNMENT TOOL IN PLACE
Figure 19. Removing and Reinstalling Flexure Strips

5. Tighten the cap screws at the solid end of the flex-
ure, then alternately tighten all the cap screws to
9 lbf#in (1 N#m).
6. Remove the alignment tool.
Re-installing the Dry Span Scale
1. Put the dry span scale over the shaft with the
proper scale orientation (figure 20).
2. Put the pointer over the shaft and screw the knob
clockwise loosely onto the cam disk assembly shaft.

Removing the Dry Span Scale 3. Put a 9/32 inch (7 mm) wrench on the shaft nut and
hold firmly. The scale can also be assembled by in-
Key numbers are shown in figure 21 or 22 except serting a small rod through the aligned hole in the dial
where otherwise indicated. and housing.

1. Loosen the door screw on the calibration door
(figure 13) and open the door.
2. Loosen the scale set screw (figure 13) on the dry
span knob with a screwdriver.
3. Put a 9/32 inch or a 7 mm wrench on the cam disk
assembly shaft nut (key 46) and hold firmly. The scale
can also be removed by inserting a small rod through
the aligned hole in the dial and housing.
4. Turn the dry span knob counterclockwise and re-
move the knob, pointer, and scale (keys 50, 49,
and 48) from the shaft.
4. Tighten the dry span knob.
5. Set the dry span scale to its middle position
(figure 20) in reference to the scale adjustment stop.
6. Tighten the scale set screw on the dry span knob
with a screwdriver.
Re-installing the Lever Assembly
Key numbers are shown in figure 21 or 22 except
where otherwise indicated.
1. Insert the lever assembly (key 12) into its mounting
position.

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W5602-1/IL
SPRING WIRE
DUAL SCALE SHOWN WITH KNOB AND POINTER IN PLACE
SPRING WIRE IS IN NEUTRAL (CENTER) POSITION
Figure 20. Transmitter Dry Span Scale
2. Insert and tighten the two cap screws (key 20).
3. Carefully move the lever assembly back and forth
over the sensor assembly (key 11). There should be
no touching or restriction of free travel.
4. Connect the transmitter test equipment per the set-
up shown in figure 14 and turn on the power supply
and DVM.
5. Measure the output from the unconnected A or B
connector (figure 7). If the reading is 0 (zero) !13
mVdc, go to step 8. If the reading is not within the !13
mVdc limits, continue with the following step.
Note
The transmitter should be in the mount-
ing position with the vent plug on the
bottom.
6. Loosen the cap screws (key 20) slightly and insert
an Allen wrench in the lever assembly adjustment
hole.
Type 2390 and 2390B
W5603-1/IL PIN
CAM
SCALE ADJUSTMENT STOP
DUAL SCALE SHOWN WITH KNOB AND
POINTER REMOVED
7. Turn the wrench to move the lever assembly until
the output is 0 (zero) !13 mVdc. Retighten the lever
assembly mounting screws.
8. Move the spring wire to the R holding position
(figure 20).
9. Loosen the scale set screw (figure 13) and slip the
scale to its approximate middle position. The scale can
be rotated approximately 7 dry span scale divisions
from center in either direction.
10. Tighten the scale set screw.
11. Set the dry span scale to 50% on the scale.
12. Loosen the locking cap screw (key 92, figure 23)
with a 5/64 inch (2 mm) Allen wrench.
13. Adjust the eccentric pin (key 91, figure 23) until
the output voltage equals 0 (zero) !1 mVdc.
14. Tighten the locking cap screw (key 92, figure 23).
15. Return spring wire to the neutral (center) position.
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Type 2390 and 2390B
Note Key Description Part Number
11* Sensor Assembly, stainless steel 1N10074 G022
To recheck, turn the scale to the AUTO 12* Lever Assembly, aluminum
position and confirm the 0 (zero) !13 Type 2390 (inch) 2N10086 X012
Type 2390B (metric) 2N10086 X022
mVdc (millivolts dc) Hall-effect sensor
output. If the output is 30 mVdc or 15 Set Screw, stainless steel (not shown)
greater, the flexure strips may be dam- Used with flameproof
aged and require replacement. The Type 2390B only, 1N10110 G012
transmitter should be in the mounting 16* Analog Output Meter Assembly, 4−20 mA 1N10111 G012
position with vent plug on the bottom. 17 Aperture (used with meter only), aluminum 1N10117 G012
18 Machine Screw (used with meter only)
16. Re-install the funnel plate. Stainless steel (2 req’d)
Type 2390 1N10313 G012
Type 2390B 1N10312 G012
17. Re-install the funnel plate screws and tighten. 19 Machine Screw, stainless steel
Type 2390 (3 req’d) 1N10183 G012
18. Slide the adapter ring onto the mounting studs. Type 2390B (4 req’d) 1N10364 G012
20 Cap Screw, stainless steel (2 req’d)
19. Re-install the transmitter according to the ap- Type 2390 1N10307 G012
propriate Installation procedures. Type 2390B 1N10306 G012

21 Machine Screw, stainless steel (4 req’d)

20. Recalibrate the transmitter as described in the Type 2390 1N10185 G012
“Calibration” section. Type 2390B 1N10119 G012
22 Potentiometer Shaft Extension
Stainless steel (2 req’d) 1N10122 G012
23 O-Ring, nitrile (2 req’d) 1H2926 G0012
24 Cover Plate, aluminum 1N10123 G012

Parts Ordering 25* Potentiometer Shaft Coupling,

silicone rubber (2 req’d) 1N10124 G012
When corresponding with the Fisher Controls sales 27* Potentiometer Assembly (Zero), includes key 25
office or sales representative about this equipment, 20K ohm (R28)
always mention the transmitter serial number. When For Type 2390 or intrinsically safe 2390B 1N10126 G012
For 2390B w/LCIE flameproof approval 1N10126 G022
ordering replacement parts, refer to the part number of 28* Potentiometer Assembly (Span), includes key 25
each required part as found in the following parts lists. 20K ohm (R35)
For Type 2390 or intrinsically safe 2390B 1N10319 G012
For 2390B w/LCIE flameproof approval 1N10319 G022

30 Wire Assembly, copper (red wire) 1N10199 G012

Repair Kits 31 Wire Assembly, copper (blue wire) 1N10199 G022
Flexure strips for Type 249 32 Wire Assembly (2 req’d), copper (black wire)
(includes four of key 85) R2390 X00032 Type 2390 1N10194 G012
Cover O-rings (includes keys 8 and 9) R2390 X00022 Type 2390B 1N10135 G012
Alignment Tool 1N10323 G012
Tool Kit (Type 2390) 5N10477 X012 33 Barrier Strip,
Type 2390 1H2904 06992
Type 2390B
flameproof 1N10243 G022
Intrinsically safe 1N10243 G012
Parts List 34 Polarity Marker
Type 2390, fiber (+ and −) 1H3105 06992
Type 2390B, plastic (+) 1N10245 G012
Type 2390 and 2390B Liquid Level 35 Polarity Marker
Type 2390B only, plastic (−) 1N10246 G012
Transmitters (figures 21, 22, and 23) 36 Twist Guard
Type 2390B only 1N10244 G012
Key Description Part Number
1 Housing, A03600 aluminum alloy casting 37 Wire Retainer (internal earthing terminal)
The housing is not field replacable. Send the unit Type 2390, zinc pl steel 16A2821 X012
to a Fisher service center for housing replacement. Flameproof 2390B, nickel pl brass 1N10136 G012
3 Adaptor Ring, A03600 aluminum alloy casting 1N10160 G012 Not used on intrinsically safe 2390B −−−
8* O-Ring, nitrile 1V3657 X0012 41 Nameplate
9* O-Ring, nitrile 1N10121 G012 42 Screwed Gland, plastic
10* O-Ring, nitrile 1F1139 G0012 Intrinsically safe Type 2390B only 11B3870 X012

26 * Recommended spare part.

 Type 2390 and 2390B

APPLY LUB/SEALANT
4N10228-M/ DOC

Figure 21. Type 2390 Transmitter Assembly

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Type 2390 and 2390B

4N10059-R / DOC

Figure 22. Type 2390B Transmitter Assembly

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 Type 2390 and 2390B

APPLY EPOXY
2N10086-K / DOC VIEW A-A

Figure 23. Type 2390 or 2390B Lever Assembly

Key Description Part Number Key Description Part Number

43 Plug 63 Retaining Ring, stainless steel (2 req’d) 1N10163 G012
For Type 2390, stainless steel, 1A3692 X0462 64* Printed Wiring Board Assembly
For intrinsically safe Type 2390B, plastic 12B0912 X012 4 to 20 milliamperes 2N10065 G012
For Flameproof 2390B, stainless steel 12B1547 X012 66 Certificate
44* Vent Plug, plastic 1N10142 G012 Intrinsically safe (PTB, EEx ia) 1N10062 G012
45 Funnel Plate, stainless steel 1N10143 G012 Flameproof (LCIE, EEx d) 11B4663 X022
67 Adhesive, Loctite 430
46 Cam Disk Assembly, stainless steel 1N10144 X012 (not furnished with the transmitter)
47 Disk, stainless steel 1N10147 X012
48* Scale, aluminum 2N10148 X012 68 Lubricant, Lubriplate Mag-1
49 Pointer, polycarbonate 1N10149 G012 (not furnished with the transmitter)
70 Thread Lock, Loctite 242
50 Knob, aluminum (not furnished with the transmitter)
Type 2390 1N10188 G012 85* Flexure Strip for Type 249,
Type 2390B 1N10150 G012 stainless steel (2 req’d)
51 Straight Pin, stainless steel 1N10151 X012 Order the flexure strip repair kit, (see Repair Kits)
53 Disk Spring, stainless steel 1N10378 G012 89 Cap Screw, stainless steel (8 req’d)
54* Gasket, nitrile 1N10156 G012 Type 2390 1H2905 G0012
55 Hinge Pin, stainless steel 1N10157 G012 Type 2390B 1N10256 G012
56 Machine Screw, stainless steel
Type 2390 1N10190 G012 91 Eccentric Pin 1N10654 G012
Type 2390B 1N10158 G012 92 Cap Screw, 18-8 stainless steel
57 Red Shipping Screw, stainless steel Type 2390 1N10669 X012
Type 2390 1N10191 G012 Type 2390B 1N10668 X012
Type 2390B 1N10159 G012 93 Strip, stainless steel (4 req’d) 1N10330 G012
94 Spring Wire 1N10168 G022
59 Clamping Saddle 154 Machine Screw, stainless steel (2 req’d)
Type 2390B only 18B3951 X012 Type 2390 only 1P4743 X0012
60 Spring Washer, stainless steel 155 Lock Washer, stainless steel (2 req’d)
Type 2390 (2 req’d) 610006 10X12 Type 2390 only 6100058 0X12
Type 2390B (3 req’d) 610006 10X12 158 Warning Label 1N10318 G012
61 Stud, stainless steel (4 req’d) 161 Cable Tie 1N10310 G012
Type 2390 1N10192 G012 167 Machine Screw, stainless steel (2 req’d)
Type 2390B 1N10162 G012 Type 2390 1N10375 G012
62 Hex Nut, stainless steel (4 req’d) Type 2390B 1N10374 G012
Type 2390 1E9440 X0352
Type 2390B 1N10252 G012

*Recommended spare parts 29

Type 2390 and 2390B
Key Description Part Number Key Description Part Number
170 Hex Socket Wrench, 223 Dry Span Door Ass’y, includes key 54 17B0678 X012
For flameproof Type 2390B only 1N10455 G012 227 Wire Retainer, znpl steel (external earthing terminal)
171 Label, Calibration (not shown) Type 2390 only 17B7757 X012
(use only when specified) 1N10459 G012
172
216
Plain Washer, stainless steel
Lock Washer,
1N10492 G012
249 Series Sensor Insulator Assembly
Type 2390B only 1H3137 28992 (figure 10)
217 Machine Screw, 35 Insulator, 304 stainless steel 22A0033 X012
Type 2390B only 13B8766 X012 36 Shaft Coupling, 303 stainless steel 1A5779 35032
219 Adhesive, epoxy (ITW Devcon) 37 Shaft Extension, N05500 nickel alloy 1B6815 40022
(not furnished with transmitter) 38 Set Screw, stainless steel (2 req’d) 1E6234 X0022
221 Terminal Cover Assembly
Type 2390 & intrinsically safe 2390B 17B0672 X012 39 Cap Screw, plated steel (4 req’d) 1A3816 K0012
Flameproof Type 2390B 17B0673 X012
222 End Cover Ass’y
w/analog output meter
Type 2390 24B7343 X012 Loop Schematics
Intrinsically safe 2390B 24B7390 X012
Flameproof 2390B 21B4665 X012
This section includes loop schematics required for wir-
w/o analog output meter ing of intrinsically safe installations. If you have any
Type 2390 & intrinsically save 2390B 11B2460 X022 questions, contact your Fisher Controls sales repre-
Flameproof 2390B 24B8008 X012 sentative or sales office.

27A1473-C Sheet 1 of 2/DOC

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27A1473-C Sheet 2 of 2/DOC

29A5848-F/DOC

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Type 2390 and 2390B

20B2577-B Sheet 1 of 2/DOC

20B2577-B Sheet 2 of 2/DOC

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