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Which instruments and meters in air separation equipment need to be initialized? The specific steps are as follows. (Regarding whether the transmitter requires initialization...)

2016-10-13View Original

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This post was last edited by Chen Xinhua on 2016-10-14 at 16:05. As an air separation plant operator, I think it’s important to understand how to repair and initialize the instruments around us. So, how is the initialization of instruments (transmitters) carried out? We know that field measurement instruments operate with low voltages. When performing maintenance online, should we work while the equipment is powered on or powered off? During initialization, should the operator panel be connected directly, or after the wires are disconnected? What are the specific steps to follow after connecting the handheld controller? Is there any expert who can give us a clear and detailed explanation? Thank you so much! The reason why newcomers like us have so many questions is that there is a lot we don’t understand; as a result, the questions we ask sometimes turn into jokes, which is truly embarrassing for those with more experience! What I actually want to say is that after swapping some instruments and meters, if initialization is required, what should be taken into consideration and what are the steps involved. Also, which instruments and meters need to be initialized when in use? I hope the experienced teachers can give me more guidance and criticism! I will definitely listen carefully! -------The transmitter initialization mentioned earlier actually occurred when I encountered a transmitter whose readings were inaccurate; I suggested that the electrical and instrumentation technicians replace the transmitter or perform maintenance on it. They told me that this would be complicated and that initialization would be necessary. That’s why I asked my previous question.
Reply #22016-10-14
This post was last edited by Chen Xinhua on 2016-10-14 at 16:02. When a transmitter in use fails, I need to replace it with a new one, or temporarily take one from a unit that is not in operation. In such cases, doesn’t the newly installed transmitter need to be initialized? What are the things to pay attention to during this replacement process and the initialization process? What are the steps to operate it?
Reply #32016-10-14
You’re really great; you have a wide range of knowledge. I need to learn from you!* The reason why newcomers like us have so many questions is that there is a lot we don’t understand; as a result, the questions we ask sometimes turn into jokes, which is really embarrassing! What I actually want to say is that after swapping some instruments and meters, if initialization is required, what should be taken into consideration and what are the steps involved. Also, which instruments and meters need to be initialized when in use? I hope the experienced teachers can give me more guidance and criticism! I will definitely listen carefully! ----------I hope you can forgive me for some of the incorrect things I said before!
Reply #42016-12-30
I think initialization refers to the control system; for field instruments, it should specifically mean the calibration of the instrument’s zero point and range

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