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Reference Manual
00809-0100-4860, Rev BC
Section 4: Operation
January 2013
Operation
Section 4 Operation
Diagnostics/service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 47
Advanced functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 51
Detailed set-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 51
This section contains information for advanced configuration parameters and diagnostics.
The software configuration settings for the Rosemount 8600D can be accessed through a
HART-based communicator or through a control system. The software functions for the Field
Communicator are described in detail in this section of the manual. It provides an overview and
summary of communicator functions. For more complete instructions, see the communicator
manual.
Before operating the Rosemount 8600D in an actual installation, you should review all of the
factory set configuration data to ensure that they reflect the current application.
4.1 Diagnostics/service
Use the following functions to verify that the flowmeter is functioning properly, or when you
suspect component failure or a problem with loop performance, or when instructed to do so as
part of a troubleshooting procedure. Initiate each test with the Field Communicator or other
HART-based communications device.
4.1.1 Test/status
Under Test/Status choose from View Status or Self Test.
View status
Allows you to view any error messages that may have occurred.
Configuration status
Configuration status allows you to check the validity of the transmitter configuration.
Field Comm. 1, 2
Field Comm. 1, 2, 1
Field Comm. 1, 2, 1, 1
Field Comm. 1, 2, 1, 2