Controller Old Model English Tib 750 GB 0711
Controller Old Model English Tib 750 GB 0711
Controller Old Model English Tib 750 GB 0711
750
ELECTRONIC FUEL VISCOSITY CONTROLLER
(Component of ViscoSense®, ViscoSense®2, Viscotherm® system)
Publication nr TIB-750-GB-0711
Supersedes TIB-750-GB-0111
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PREFACE ....................................................................................... 3
1.1 General ........................................................................................................ 3
1.2 Symbols ....................................................................................................... 3
1.3 Copyright ..................................................................................................... 3
2. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION................................................................ 4
2.1 To record nameplate data ............................................................................ 4
2.2 System description....................................................................................... 5
2.3 System components .................................................................................... 6
2.3.1 Viscosity sensor .................................................................................. 6
2.3.2 Viscosity controller .............................................................................. 6
2.3.2.1 One channel input, relays output ............................................................................................................. 6
2.3.2.2 One channel input, current output ........................................................................................................... 6
2.3.2.3 Two channel input, relays output ............................................................................................................. 7
2.3.2.4 Two channel input, current output ........................................................................................................... 7
2.3.3 Control valve for steam or thermal liquid ............................................. 7
2.3.4 Analogue viscosity indicator ................................................................ 7
2.3.5 Viscosity recorder ............................................................................... 7
3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ....................................................... 8
3.1 Controller ..................................................................................................... 8
4. INSTALLATION .............................................................................. 9
4.1 Safety precautions ....................................................................................... 9
4.2 General installation recommedations ........................................................... 9
4.3 Mechanical instalation.................................................................................. 9
4.3.1 VAF electronic viscosity controller ...................................................... 9
4.3.2 Control valve ....................................................................................... 9
4.3.3 Analogue viscosity indicator ................................................................ 9
4.3.4 Viscosity recorder ............................................................................. 10
4.4 Electrical installation .................................................................................. 10
4.4.1 VAF electronic viscosity controller .................................................... 10
4.4.2 Control valve ..................................................................................... 11
4.4.3 Analogue viscosity indicator .............................................................. 11
4.4.4 Viscosity recorder ............................................................................. 11
4.5 Electrical connection diagrams .................................................................. 12
5. DIMENSIONS ............................................................................... 27
5.1 Electric viscosity controller ......................................................................... 27
6. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................... 28
6.1 Normal operation ....................................................................................... 28
6.1.1 Beacon Display and Description ....................................................... 28
6.2 The operator buttons.................................................................................. 29
6.3 Operation levels and corresponding operation menus ............................... 29
6.3.1 Operational Level 1 (see par. 6.7.2 and 6.7.3) .................................. 29
6.3.2 Operational Level 2 (see par. 6.7.2 and 6.7.3) .................................. 29
6.3.3 Configuration Level ........................................................................... 29
6.3.4 How to change from Level 1 to Level 2 and visa versa ..................... 30
6.4 To set the required viscosity or temperature (optional) setpoint ................ 30
6.4.1 Changing from viscosity control to temperature control (or visa versa)31
6.5 To select manual operation ........................................................................ 32
6.5.1 How to change controlling valve in manual operation ....................... 32
6.6 Alarm Indication ......................................................................................... 33
6.6.1 To Acknowledge an Alarm ................................................................ 33
6.7 Controller optimization ............................................................................... 34
6.7.1 Manual optimazation ......................................................................... 34
6.7.2 Parameter navigation diagram level 2 ............................................... 35
6.7.3 Parameter names ............................................................................. 36
7. MAINTENANCE ............................................................................ 37
7.1 Routine maintenece ................................................................................... 37
7.2 Customer repair restriction ......................................................................... 37
7.3 Repair remitance........................................................................................ 37
8. TROUBLE SHOOTING ................................................................. 38
8.1 Diagnostic information ............................................................................... 38
8.2 General trouble shooting ............................................................................ 38
9. WARRANTY CONDITIONS .......................................................... 39
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1. PREFACE
1.1 GENERAL
This manual contains instructions for installation, operation and maintenance (IOM) of the electronic
controller supplied with a VAF ViscoSense®, ViscoSense®2 or Viscotherm® viscosity sensor.
This manual supplements the IOM instructions for the ViscoSense®/ViscoSense®2 with interface box
as published in Technical Information Bulletins TIB-756 (ViscoSense®), TIB-761 (ViscoSense®2) and
Viscotherm Sensor/Electronic Transmitter Assembly, as published in TIB-739. These Manuals also
include a functional description of viscosity control systems with ViscoSense®, ViscoSense®2 or
Viscotherm®.
For IOM information of the control valve for steam or thermal oil supplied with your control system,
refer to the separate manual supplied with the valve.
To ensure safe and correct installation and operation, read this manual completely
before installing the equipment and starting operations.
1.2 SYMBOLS
The following symbols are used to call attention to specific types of information.
A warning to use caution! In some instances, personal injury or damage to the instrument
or control system may result if these instructions are not followed properly.
1.3 COPYRIGHT
This Technical Manual is copyrighted with all rights reserved.
While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, no responsibility for errors
or omissions is assumed. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the
information contained herein. Specifications can be changed without notice.
ViscoSense® ,ViscoSense®2 and Viscotherm® are registered trademarks of VAF Instruments B.V.
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2. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
2.1 TO RECORD NAMEPLATE DATA
Before installing a VAF viscosity control system, record all type and serial numbers as stamped on
the viscosity sensor, controller and other system components.
Always quote the instrument serial number and the variant number when contacting the
factory or local service representative.
The VAF electronic controller may be part of a complete VAF viscosity control system. For
information and instructions covering the other components of this system, refer to the separate
Technical Information Bulletins as supplied with these components.
For identification purposes it is recommended to record nameplate data of all viscosity control
system components here.
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2.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
VAF viscosity control systems are, besides other applications, intended for use in fuel oil treatment
systems to obtain a correct measurement and control of the fuel oil viscosity.
Figure 1 Recommended fuel viscosity control system installation, shows a typical fuel treatment
system with return line from the engine. In this configuration, the degassing/mixing tank operates as
a fuel buffer, ensuring gradual changes of viscosity which results in a more stable control of the
viscosity. The viscosity sensor is used to measure the actual viscosity of the fuel oil. The signal from
the sensor is compared to the setpoint of a viscosity controller, which regulates the output of the fuel
heater via a control element (steam or thermal oil valve, or electric heater cabinet).
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2.3 SYSTEM COMPONENTS
VAF viscosity control system consists of:
Viscosity measuring sensor
Temperature measuring sensor
Standard for ViscoSense®, ViscoSense®2.
Optional for Viscotherm®
Electronic viscosity signal converter
Interface box for ViscoSense®, ViscoSense®2.
Electronic differential pressure transmitter (DTP) for Viscotherm®
Electronic viscosity controller
Control valve for steam or thermal liquid (optional)
Analogue viscosity indicator (optional)
Viscosity recorder (optional)
Analogue input for temperature and analogue outputs for viscosity and temperature are
available as an option.
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Analogue input for temperature and analogue outputs for viscosity and temperature are
available as an option.
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3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
3.1 CONTROLLER
General
Controls
Input Viscosity 4 .. 20 mA
Temperature (optional) 4 .. 20 mA (optional)
Output Contacts (standard) 2 relays, 2A/250 (standard)V
Current 4 .. 20 mA (optional)
Control action If measured value is higher than setpoint value, the ‘raise’ output
relay is activated to open control valve.
Alarm feature Non-latching band alarm, adjustable
1 potential-free SPDT contact, 2A/240 VAC rating (NC fail safe)
Read-out
- Display Fully graphic display
- Scale range 0...25 mPa.s /0…50 mPa.s (or as ordered)
- Alarm indication By means of one dedicated front panel LED.
- Output indication By means of bar indication
- Options Many variations available
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4. INSTALLATION
4.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To ensure the safety of personnel and equipment:
Always follow the safety and installation recommendations in this manual.
Always use insulated tools when working on electrical installations.
Ensure that local safety regulations are met when installing and operating the equipment.
All personnel who operate and service the equipment should read this manual completely and
make themselves acquainted with the equipment before installing or operating the equipment.
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4.3.4 Viscosity recorder
(when supplied)
1. Install the recorder in a suitable location according to the instructions supplied with the
instrument.
In order to maintain proper EMC protection a shielded cable should be used for all
external signal connections such as; 4 .. 20 mA output signals and/or relay contacts.
Recommended cable, twisted pair individually screened conductor 24 AWG 90.25mm2)
stranded wire, overall PVC insulated. Wire cross section max. 1,5 mm2.
VAF electronic controller may be part of a complete VAF viscosity control system. It is
available in four types to match the specific requirements for different viscosity control
systems. Before connecting the controller to other system components thoroughly
check the compatibility of all system parameters and signals. Connecting non
compatible system components will lead to faulty operation and possible destruction of
these components.
The control leads must be fused externally to protect the output relays.
3. Connect the cable for main power to the terminals on the back panel in accordance with chapter
4.5 electrical connection diagrams.
Check power supply acc. to name plate and provide the correct supply to the electronic
viscosity controller.
4. Make sure that all connectors are properly seated before starting operation.
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4.4.2 Control valve
1. Connect the relais or 4 .. 20 mA input signal(s) for valve to the terminals on the back panel of the
controller in accordance with chapter 4.5 electrical connection diagrams and the directions in the
instruction manual supplied with the valve.
2. Connect the cable for main power supply as instructed in the instruction manual supplied with the
control valve.
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4.5 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION DIAGRAMS
In order to guide you easier through the external connection diagrams,
please find overview below
For ViscoSense®,
ViscoSense®2 systems
Controllers Output Viscosity Temperature Drawing no. Figure
1 channel with temperature
read out relay yes yes 0850-2102 10
1 channel with temperature
read out current yes yes 0850-2110 11
1 channel with temperature
read out relay yes no 0850-2104 12
2 channel relay yes yes 0850-2106 13
2 channel current yes yes 0850-2111 14
1 channel relay yes no 0850-2108 15
Dimensional drawing
controller 0850-1077-3 16
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* Optional
Figure 2 VAF drawing 0850-2101
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* Optional
Figure 3 VAF drawing 0850-2109
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Figure 4 VAF drawing 0850-2103
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Figure 5 VAF drawing 0850-2114
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Figure 6 VAF drawing 0850-2105
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Figure 7 VAF drawing 0850-2112
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Figure 8 VAF drawing 0850-2107
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Figure 9 VAF drawing 0850-2116
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*
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* Optional
Figure 10 VAF drawing 0850-2102
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*
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* Optional
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Figure 12 VAF drawing 0850-2104
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Figure 13 VAF drawing 0850-2106
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Figure 14 VAF drawing 0850-2111
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Figure 15 VAF drawing 0850-2108
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5. DIMENSIONS
5.1 ELECTRIC VISCOSITY CONTROLLER
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6. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
6.1 NORMAL OPERATION
Switch on the controller. Following a brief self-test sequence, the controller will start up in AUTO
mode and Operator Level 1. This section describes the operation of the controller in this level.
AUTO is the normal closed loop viscosity or temperature control mode which means that the output
power is adjusted automatically by the controller in response to the measurement from the input
sensor. In this mode the format of the display for a new instrument is shown below. It is called the
HOME display.
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6.2 THE OPERATOR BUTTONS
A/MAN Manual operation means that the controller output power is adjusted by the user.
This button The input sensor is still connected and reading the PV but the control loop is open.
can be When pressed, this toggles between automatic and manual operation.
disabled If the controller is in manual mode, ‘MAN’ light will be indicated
If the controller is powered down in Manual operation it will resume this mode when
it is powered up again.
Press to select new PAGE headings (several menus)
Press to select a new parameter in the page
Press to decrease an analogue value, or to change the state of a digital value
Press to increase an analogue value, or to change the state of a digital value
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6.3.4 How to change from Level 1 to Level 2 and visa versa
From HOME display,
1. Press and hold down for a few seconds.
2. ACCESS display will now appear.
3. Press to change Level1 to Level2
4. After a few seconds a pass code is required.
5. Press to change pass code 0 to 2
6. The controller will after a few seconds automatically accept the pass code and jump back to the
Home page.
7. The level of access is now changed from Level 1 to Level 2
8. To change back from Level 2 to Level 1 Press and hold down for a few seconds.
9. ACCESS display will now appear.
10.Press to change Level 2 to Level 1
11.After a few seconds the level of access will change from level2 to level1 and the controller will
jump automatically back to the HOME display.
Setpoint Value
A momentary press of either button will show the setpoint in use e.g. SP1.
The new setpoint is accepted when the button is released and is indicated by a brief flash of the
setpoint display.
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6.4.1 Changing from viscosity control to temperature control (or visa versa)
ONLY AVAILABLE IF Controller is equipped with 2 channel inputs.
1. From HOME display
2. Change from operational Level 1 to Level 2 (see 6.3.4.)
3. Press to go to Setpoint menu
4. Press to choose Contr. Strat. Option.
5. Press to change from None to Temp∆C
6. The controller will load the Temperature Control parameters and jump back to the Setpoint menu
page
7. Press and simultaneously (Acknowledge)
8. Change from operational Level 2 to Level 1 (see 6.3.4.)
9. To change back from temperature control to viscosity control, follow steps 1 to 4
10.Press to change from None to V.mPa.s
11.Follow steps 6 to 8
Contr. strat. =
Controller Strategy
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6.5 TO SELECT MANUAL OPERATION
From HOME display,
1. Press A/MAN Button
2. Controller is now in Manual operation
Press button.
The bar graph valve position and percent valve indication will change accordingly.
The controller will after a few seconds automatically jump back to the Home page or press and
(Ack) simultaneously to go back to the Home Page Immediately.
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6.6 ALARM INDICATION
If an alarm occurs it is indicated as follows:
Controller Alarms
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If a relay has been attached to the alarm output, it will de-energise when the alarm condition occurs
and remain in this condition until the alarm is acknowledged AND it is no longer present.
If the alarm condition disappears before it is acknowledged the alarm indication disappears as soon
as the condition disappears.
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6.7.2 Parameter navigation diagram level 2
↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓
Temperature Aut/Man Status Ti Ti 2: Dv Band
SP WSP (indication) 260 260 10
setting
↓ ↓ ↓ ↓
Contr. Strat Travel Time Band Alarm Band Alarm
60 (indication) (indication)
↓ ↓ ↓
Op on Time Hysteres Hysteres
2.00 0 0
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6.7.3 Parameter names
Name Description
Output Menu
Valve pos % Control valve indication in Automatic mode.
or outout % Control valve indication and operation in Manual mode
Aut/Man Status Operational status of controller
Travel Time Travel Time of control valve from fully close to fully open in sec
OP on Time Minimum ON time of output pulse
Viscosity Channel
Pb Proportional band (see par 6.7.1.)
Ti Integral time (see par 6.7.1.)
Band Alarm Indication of band alarm in units
Hysteres Alarm 1 Hysteresis in units
Alarm setting
1: Dv Alarm Band Alarm 1 setting in units
2: Dv Alarm (optional) Band Alarm 2 setting in units
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7. MAINTENANCE
7.1 ROUTINE MAINTENECE
Under normal conditions the VAF electronic viscosity controller requires no maintenance.
“Normal” means;
A clean operating environment
Controller installed in accordance with the installation instructions given.
Operation of the controller and related control system in accordance with this manual and other
related publications
Uninterrupted power supply at normal specified values.
When cleaning of the controller housing is required use a soft cloth and a non
aggressive fluid.
Prevent any moisture penetrating the controller.
In case of remittance please give precise details of the fault to reduce time and cost of
repair.
Panel
retaining clips
Panel
retainining clips
Latching ears
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8. TROUBLE SHOOTING
8.1 DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION
The electronic viscosity controller has a provision for diagnostic indication. Failures and errors are
displayed by a code. Refer to chapter 6.3 for explanation of the controller diagnostics codes.
Air entrapped in fuel oil system. Vent the system at the bypass valve.
Fuel too cold during start-up. Check fuel line heat tracing and/or fuel heater.
Fuel too cold during normal system operation, Increase output signal of viscosity controller to heat
due to insufficient heating. exchanger. Consult factory if this does not solve the
problem.
No viscosity signal
Air entrapped in fuel oil system. Vent the system at the bypass valve.
No temperature signal
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9. WARRANTY CONDITIONS
1. Without prejudice to the restrictions stated hereinafter, the contractor guarantees both the
soundness of the product delivered by him and the quality of the material used and/or delivered
for it, insofar as this concerns faults in the product delivered which do not become apparent
during inspection or transfer test, which the principal shall demonstrate to have arisen within 12
months from delivery in accordance with subarticle 1A exclusively or predominantly as a direct
consequence of unsoundness of the construction used by the contractor or as a consequence of
faulty finishing or the use of poor materials.
1A. The product shall be deemed to have been delivered when it is ready for inspection (if
inspection at the premises of the contractor has been agreed) and otherwise when it is ready
for shipment.
2. Articles 1 and 1a shall equally apply to faults which do not become apparent during inspection or
transfer test which are caused exclusively or predominantly by unsound assembly/installation by
the contractor. If assembly/installation is carried out by the contractor, the guarantee period
intended in article 1 shall last 12 months from the day on which assembly/installation is
completed by the contractor, with the understanding that in this case the guarantee period shall
end not later than 18 months after delivery in accordance with the terms of subarticle 1A.
3. Defects covered by the guarantee intended under articles 1, 1a and 2 shall be remedied by the
contractor by repair or replacement of the faulty component either on or off the premises of the
contractor, or by shipment of a replacement component, this remaining at the discretion of the
contractor. Subarticle 3A shall equally apply if repair or replacement takes place at the site where
the product has been assembled/installed. All costs accruing above the single obligation
described in the first sentence, such as are not restricted to shipment costs, travelling and
accommodation costs or disassembly or assembly costs insofar as they are not covered by the
agreement, shall be paid by the principal.
3A.If repair or replacement takes place at the site where the product has been
assembled/installed, the principal shall ensure, at his own expense and risk, that:
a. the employees of the contractor shall be able to commence their work as soon as they have
arrived at the erection site and continue to do so during normal working hours, and
moreover, if the contractor deems it necessary, outside the normal working hours, with the
proviso that the contractor informs the principal of this in good time;
b. suitable accommodation and/or all facilities required in accordance with government
regulations, the agreement and common usage, shall be available for the employees of the
contractor;
c. the access roads to the erection site shall be suitable for the transport required;
d. the allocated site shall be suitable for storage and assembly;
e. the necessary lockable storage sites for materials, tools and other goods shall be available;
f. the necessary and usual auxiliary workmen, auxiliary machines, auxiliary tools, materials
and working materials (including process liquids, oils and greases, cleaning and other minor
materials, gas, water, electricity, steam, compressed air, heating, lighting, etc.) and the
measurement and testing equipment usual for in the business operations of the principal,
shall be available at the correct place and at the disposal of the contractor at the correct
time and without charge;
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g. all necessary safety and precautionary measures shall have been taken and adhered to,
and all measures shall have been taken and adhered to necessary to observe the
applicable government regulations in the context of assembly/installation;
h. the products shipped shall be available at the correct site at the commencement of and
during assembly.
4. Defects not covered by the guarantee are those which occur partially or wholly as a result of:
A. non-observance of the operation and maintenance instructions or other than foreseeable
normal usage;
B. normal wear and tear;
C. assembly/installation by third parties, including the principal;
D. the application of any government regulation regarding the nature or quality of the material
used;
E. materials or goods used in consultation with the principal;
F. materials or goods provided by the principal to the contractor for processing;
G. materials, goods, working methods and constructions insofar as are applied at the express
instruction of the principal, and materials or goods supplied by or on behalf of the principal;
H. components obtained from third parties by the contractor insofar as that party has given no
guarantee to the contractor.
5. If the principal fails to fulfil any obligation properly or on time ensuing from the agreement
concluded between the principal and the contractor or any agreement connected to it, the
contractor shall not be bound by any of these agreements to any guarantee regardless of how it
is referred to. If, without previous written approval from the contractor, the principal commences
disassembly, repair or other work on the product or allows it to be commenced, then every
agreement with regard to guarantee shall be void.
6. Claims regarding defects must be submitted in writing as quickly as possible and not later than 14
days after the discovery of such. All claims against the contractor regarding faults shall be void if
this term is exceeded. Claims pertaining to the guarantee must be submitted within one year of
the valid complaint on penalty of invalidity.
7. If the contractor replaces components/products under the terms of his guarantee obligations, the
replaced components/products shall become the property of the contractor.
8. Unless otherwise agreed, a guarantee on repair or overhaul work carried out by the contractor or
other services shall only be given on the correctness of the manner in which the commissioned
work is carried out, this for a period of 6 months. This guarantee only covers the single obligation
of the contractor to carry out the work concerned once again in the event of unsound work. In this
case, subarticle 3A shall apply equally.
9. No guarantee shall be given regarded the inspection conducted, advice given and similar
matters.
10.Alleged failure to comply with his guarantee commitments on the part of the contractor shall not
absolve the principal from his obligations ensuing from any agreement concluded with the
contractor.
11.No guarantee shall be given on products which form a part of, or on work and services on, goods
older than 8 years.
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Revision 0506
4.5: Connection diagrams for Viscotherm changed: Transmitter supply module added.
More connection diagrams added.
Revision 0307
ViscoSense®2 added.
Revision 0111
Chapter 6.1.1
Removal of not applicable beacons for display
Revision 0711
House style change
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