Instruction Manual 2100 and 2100E Liquid Level Switches

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Fisherr 2100 Pneumatic and 2100E Electric

Liquid Level Switches
Contents Figure 1. Fisher 2100 Pneumatic Liquid Level Switch
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Scope of Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Educational Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 APPROXIMATE
Hazardous Area Classfication Information SWITCHING POINT
and Safe Use Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Common Procedures for Either Switch . . . . . . . 6
Additional Procedures for 2100 Switch . . . . . . 6
Additional Procedures for 2100E Switch . . . . . 7
Calibration Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Principle of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operational Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2100 Switch Maintenance Procedure . . . . . . . . . . 12
2100E Switch Maintenance Procedure . . . . . . . . . 13
Parts Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Parts Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Introduction
Scope of Manual
This instruction manual includes installation, maintenance, and parts information for the 2100 pneumatic and 2100E
electric liquid level switches. Refer to separate instruction manuals when you require information regarding related
valves, actuators, positioners, and accessories.

Do not install, operate or maintain a 2100 pneumatic or a 100E electric liquid level switch without being fully trained
and qualified in valve, actuator and accessory installation, operation and maintenance. To avoid personal injury or
property damage it is important to carefully read, understand, and follow all of the contents of this manual, including
all safety cautions and warnings. If you have any questions about these instructions, contact your Emerson Process
Management sales office before proceeding.

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Description
The on‐off 2100 pneumatic switch (figure 1) and the 2100E electric switch (figure 2) operate shutdown valves or alarm
systems when liquid in a vessel reaches a predetermined level. The 2100 switch uses an externally mounted displacer
that operates a nozzle‐flapper to vent the supply pressure when the switch is activated. The nozzle‐flapper has a soft
seat for tight shutoff when the switch is in its normal position (flapper against the nozzle). The 2100E switch uses the
displacer torque to activate and deactivate an electric switch for positive on‐off service. The displacer on each type can
withstand up to 1‐1/2 times the maximum working pressure, allowing it to remain in the cage during hydrostatic
testing.

Unless otherwise noted, all NACE references are to NACE MR0175-2002.

Figure 2. Fisher 2100E Electric Liquid Level Switch

APPROXIMATE
SWITCHING POINT

X0682

Specifications
Specifications for the 2100 and 2100E switches are shown in table 1.

WARNING
This product is intended for a specific current range, temperature range and other application specifications. Applying
different current, temperature and other service conditions could result in malfunction of the product, property damage or
personal injury.

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Table 1. Specifications

Input Signal Displacer Diameter

Liquid level 102 mm (4 inches)

Minimum Process Liquid Specific Gravity Process Connection Size

0.5 (consult your Emerson Process Management sales 153 Bar (2220 psig) WOG(4): J1 NPT internal
office for specific gravity below this value) JDN 50 (NPS 2) Schedule 80 buttwelding ends, or
JDN 50 (NPS 2) Schedule 160 buttwelding ends
Output Signal
2100 Switch Supply Pressure Connection Size
2100 Switch: Output equal to supply pressure when
the switch is in the normal position (flapper against 1/4 NPT internal
nozzle). Output reduced to approximately
atmospheric pressure, depending upon size of the 2100E Switch Electrical Connection Size
bleed orifice and piping configuration, when the
1/2 NPT external
switch is activated
2100E Switch: Same as supply signal Hazardous Area Classification for 2100 Switch
Supply Signal The 2100 pneumatic switch complies with the
requirements of ATEX Group II Category 2 Gas and
2100 Switch: J 2.1 to 4.1 bar (30 to 60 psig), J 4.1 Dust
to 6.9 bar (60 to 100 psig), or J 6.9 to 10.3 bar (100
to 150 psig)
2100E Switch: 11 amperes, 1/4 horsepower at
125/250 volts AC; 5 amperes resistive, 3 amperes Hazardous Area Classification for 2100E Switch
inductive at 28 volts DC CSA, FM, ATEX, IECEx, UL, Russian FSETAN,
Russian GOST-R
Supply Medium (2100 Switch)
Refer to Hazardous Area Classifications and Special
Air or Natural Gas(1) Instructions for “Safe Use” and Installations in
Hazardous Location on page 4.
Steady‐State Air Consumption(2) (2100 Switch) Contact your Emerson Process Management sales
Less than 0.03 normal m3/hr (1.0 scfh) for all supply office if additional information is required.
pressures when the liquid level is 25.4 mm (1 inch)
below the normal switch position (flapper against Shipping Weight
nozzle) for high‐level switching or 25.4 mm (1 inch)
17.2 kg (38 pounds)
above the normal switch position for low‐level
switching
Declaration of SEP
Maximum Working Pressure(3) Fisher Controls International LLC declares this
J153 bar (2220 psig) WOG(4) except J24 bar product to be in compliance with Article 3 paragraph
(350 psig) WOG is the maximum working pressure for 3 of the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) 97 / 23 /
sight window construction EC. It was designed and manufactured in accordance
with Sound Engineering Practice (SEP) and cannot
bear the CE marking related to PED compliance.
Operative Temperature Range(3)
However, the product may bear the CE marking to
2100 Switch: -29 to 204_C (-20 to 400_F) indicate compliance with other applicable European
2100E Switch: -29 to 82_C (-20 to 180_F) Community Directives.
NOTE: Specialized instrument terms are defined in ISA Standard 51.1 - Process Instrument Terminology.
1. Natural gas should contain no more than 20 ppm of H2S.
2. Normal m3/hr—normal cubic meters per hour (0_C and 1.01325 bar, absolute); scfh—standard cubic feet per hour (60_F and 14.7 psia)
3. Pressure and temperature limits in this document and any applicable standards or code limitations should not be exceeded.
4. Water, Oil, Gas maximum working pressure rating. Corresponds to Cold Working Pressure: the maximum pressure rating allowed under normal ambient temperature conditions, which are
usually understood to be -29_C to 38_C (-20_F to 100_F). Refer to MSS SP‐25.

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Educational Services
For information on available courses for 2100 pneumatic and 2100E electric liquid level switches, as well as a variety of
other products, contact:

Emerson Process Management

Educational Services, Registration
P.O. Box 190
Marshalltown, IA 50158-2823
Phone: 800-338-8158 or 641-754-3771
FAX: 641-754-3431
e‐mail: [email protected]

Installation
WARNING
Always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear when performing any installation operations to avoid personal
injury.
Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional measures that must be taken to protect against process
media.
If installing into an existing application, also refer to the WARNING at the beginning of the Maintenance section in this
instruction manual.

Hazardous Area Approvals and Special Instructions for “Safe Use” and
Intallations in Hazardous Locations

2100E Electrical Switch Component

Inspect the electrical switch component in your 2100E electric liquid level switch to determine the part number of the
switch component, if specified. Contact your Emerson Process Management sales office if additional information is
needed.

CSA— Class I, Division 1, Groups A, B, C, and D; Class II, Division 1, Groups E, F, and G ; Dual Seal

FM— XP Class I, Division 1, Groups A, B, C, D T6; DIP Class II, Division 1, Groups E, F, G T6; IP66
Special Conditions of Use:
Model 057-0770 has temperature classification T5 for 11 Amp and T6 for 5 Amp
Ambient temperature: 11 A, Ta = 75_C ; 5 A, Ta = 70_C
Model 057-0771 has temperature classification T4 for 11 Amp and T6 for 5 Amp
Ambient temperature: 11 A, Ta = 65_C ; 5 A, Ta = 70_C

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ATEX— II 2 G D
IECEx— Ex d IIC T4/T5/T6 Gb ; Ex tb IIIC Txx_C Db
Model 057-0770: Gas Ex d IIC T6 (Ta = -40_C to +70_C) (5 A Max) ; Ex d IIC T5 (Ta = -40_C to +75_C) (11 A Max)
Dust Ex tb IIIC T85_C Db IP6X (Ta = -40_C to +70_C) (5 A Max) ; Ex tb IIIC T100_C Db IP6X (Ta = -40_C to +75_C)
(11 A Max)
Model 057-0771: Gas Ex d IIC T6 (Ta = -40_C to +70_C) (5 A Max) ; Ex d IIC T4 (Ta = -40_C to +65_C) (11 A Max)
Dust Ex tb IIIC T85_C Db IP6X (Ta = -40_C to +70_C) (5 A Max) ; Ex tb IIIC T135_C Db IP6X (Ta = -40_C to +65_C)
(11 A Max)
Special Conditions for Safe Use:
Each Electrical Snap-Switch Assembly shall be installed such that the equipment wiring is protected from
mechanical damage. The equipment wiring must not be subjected to tension or torque. If it is to be terminated
within a potentially explosive atmosphere, a suitably certified termination facility must be used.

UL— Class I Division 1 Groups A,B,C,D ; Class II Division 1 Groups E,F,G

2100E Electric Switch Assembly

Federal Service on Ecological, Technological, and Nuclear Supervision (Russian FSETAN)— Permit to Use: No PPC
00­050247 ; Certificate of Conformity: No POCC US. GB06.B01314

Federal Agency on Technical Regulating and Metrology (Russian GOST-R)— Certificate number No. РОСС
US.ГБ06.В01314 ; 1ExdIICT4/T5/T6; IP66
Ambient Temperature:
T4 DPDT, 11 A maximum current, -40 to 65_C
T5 SPDT, 11 A maximum current, -40 to 75_C
T6 SPDT and DPDT, 5 A maximum current, -40 to 70_C
Conditions of Application
1. Level switch should be applied in accordance to the assigned explosion proof mark, requirements of GOST R
51330.13, valid «Rules for electrical equipment installations» (PUE ch. 7.3), «Regulations for Operation of
Consumer Electrical Installations» (PTEEP ch. 3.4), other normative documents regulating application of
electrical equipment in explosion hazardous zones and manufacturer operation manual D200119X012.
2. Possible explosion hazard zones of application, categories and groups of explosion hazard mixtures of gases and
vapors with air – in accordance to the requirements of GOST R 51330.9, GOST R 51330.11 and «Rules for
electrical equipment installations» (PUE ch. 7.3).
3. Level switch should be operated with certified cable inputs and plugs that should provide necessary type and
level of explosion protection and level of enclosure protection.
4. Alteration of level switch design concerning explosion proof means should be agreed with accredited test
organization.

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Installation Procedures
The installation procedures include those common to both the 2100 pneumatic and 2100E electric liquid level
switches and additional ones for each switch.

Common Procedures for Either Switch

The horizontal line forged on the displacer cage indicates the approximate switching point (figures 1 and 2). When you
mount the 2100 or 2100E switch, position it so that the horizontal line corresponds to the horizontal level at which
switching is desired.

Before you install the 2100 or 2100E switch, remove the plastic plugs from the process connections. One of these
plugs retains a paper tube that protects the displacer and torque tube during handling and shipping. This paper tube
must also be removed.

There are two process connections; one at the top and one at the bottom of the cage. To mount the switch, connect
the appropriate top and bottom process connections to the vessel using the required size pipe. The pipe must be
capable of supporting the assembly and of withstanding the pressure involved. Use accepted piping and welding
practices when making connections. Install isolating valves between the vessel and cage. Plugs are furnished for the
unused process connections. However, one of the plugs can be removed, and a bleed valve or drain can be installed in
one of the unused connections.

Additional Procedures for 2100 Switch

If using natural gas as the pneumatic supply medium, natural gas will be used in the pressure connections of the unit
to any connected equipment. The unit will vent natural gas into the surrounding atmosphere, unless it is remote
vented.

WARNING
Personal injury or property damage may occur from an uncontrolled process if the 2100 switch supply medium is not clean,
dry air or noncorrosive gas. If clean, dry air, or noncorrosive gas is not used, the switch may become inoperative and allow
the level in a process vessel to exceed safe limits. Install a 40 micrometer filter and suitable equipment to dry the supply
medium and establish a maintenance cycle to check the filter and equipment.
If the existing supply medium is corrosive, make sure the tubing and instrument components that contact the corrosive
medium are suitable corrosion‐resistant materials, or use a noncorrosive medium.

WARNING
Personal injury or property damage may result from fire or explosion if natural gas is used as the supply medium and
preventative measures are not taken. Preventative measures may include: Remote venting, re‐evaluating the hazardous
area classification, ensuring adequate ventilation, and the removal of any ignition sources.

Refer to figure 5 except as noted.

1. Connect a supply pressure line to the 1/4 NPT internal connection located in the back plate (key 10).
2. Install an output line between the supply pressure line and the equipment to be operated by the switch.
3. Install a street tee and bleed orifice (keys 34 and 35, figure 3) or other fixed restriction in the supply pressure line
between the supply source and the output signal line.

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Figure 3. Detail of Optional Street Tee and Bleed Orifice

BACK PLATE (KEY 10)

1/4 NPT SUPPLY PRESSURE

CONNECTION

BLEED ORIFICE (KEY 35)

STREET TEE
1/4 NPT (KEY 34)
OUTPUT PRESSURE
CONNECTION

A3619‐1

4. If a remote vent is required, remove the vent assembly (key 23) from the 1/4 NPT internal vent connection and
install a vent line to an area where the operating medium can be safely exhausted.

Note
The vent line should have as large a diameter as possible with a minimum number of bends and elbows. The vent line should be as
short as possible. Protect the end of the vent pipe from the entrance of rain, snow, insects, or any other foreign material that may
plug the vent line. Inspect the vent line opening periodically to ensure that it is not plugged.

If necessary to change to a different supply pressure, install a different nozzle according to steps 1. through 4. and
15. through 18. of the 2100 switch maintenance procedure.

To change switch action from low‐level to high‐level switching or vice versa, reverse the positions of the nozzle,
flapper, and magnet according to steps 1. through 7. and 10. through 18. of the 2100 switch maintenance
procedure.

To change switch mounting from right‐hand to left‐hand or vice versa, perform steps 1. through 7. and 9. through
18. of the 2100 switch maintenance procedure.

Additional Procedures for 2100E Switch

Refer to figure 6.

To install for standard action, connect electrical wires as shown in table 2.

Table 2. Fisher 2100E Wiring Codes

Wire Color SPDT DPDT Switch 1 DPDT Switch 2
Red Normally Closed Normally Closed
Brown Common Common
Blue Normally Open Normally Open
Green Ground Ground Ground
Black Normally Closed
Yellow Common
Purple Normally Open

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To change switch action from low‐level to high‐level switching, or vice versa, perform steps 1. through 4. and 13.
through 17. of the 2100E maintenance procedure.

To reverse action of the 2100E switch, refer to table 2 and reinstall wiring for normally open (NO) switches to normally
closed (NC) and vice versa.

To change switch mounting from right‐hand to left‐hand or vice versa, perform steps found in the 2100 switch
maintenance procedure.

Calibration Check
For either type of switch, calibration can be checked by varying the level of the process liquid in the cage and observing
the switch operation.

If the process connection directly on top of the cage is not piped to the tank, close the isolating valves and fill the cage
with process liquid through the top connection. Verify that the switch operates as the cage is being filled. Repeat the
calibration procedure if necessary.

Calibration can also be checked on the work bench. Connect a flexible hose from one of the bottom process
connections to the bottom of a bucket. The top process connection should be open. Fill the bucket with process liquid.
As the bucket is raised or lowered, the liquid level in the displacer cage rises or falls. Verify that the switch operates as
the level is varied. Repeat the calibration procedure if necessary.

Dry calibration can be performed on the 2100E using the following procedure:

Refer to figure 6.
1. Position the cage and displacer assembly (key 1) so that the displacer is hanging downward.
2. Level the switch arm (key 40), if required.
3. Loosen the locknut (key 33) and adjust the machine screw (key 31) until it contacts the switch.
4. For low‐level dry calibration, tighten the locknut. For high‐level dry calibration, turn the machine screw one
additional full turn, then tighten the locknut.

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Principle of Operation
The 2100 switch (figure 4) is an external, cage‐mounted, pneumatic liquid level switch. When the switch is in the
normal position with the flapper against the nozzle, output pressure cannot bleed off and remains the same as full
supply pressure. Rising liquid level exerts a buoyant force on the displacer, producing a torque in the torque tube.
When this torque exceeds the torque exerted on the flapper by the magnet, the flapper snaps away from the nozzle.
This action allows output pressure to bleed through the nozzle faster than supply pressure can enter through the bleed
orifice.

Figure 4. Principle of Operation for High‐Level Fisher 2100 Switch

TORQUE TUBE SUPPLY

DISPLACER

OPTIONAL BLEED ORIFICE

NOZZLE
OPTIONAL SHUTDOWN VALVE
FLAPPER STREET TEE (OR ALARM SYSTEM)

OUTPUT SIGNAL
MAGNET

A3619‐2

The reduced pressure in the output signal line activates the shutdown or alarm system. When the liquid level lowers,
the falling displacer forces the flapper into the field of the magnet, letting the magnet snap the flapper against the
nozzle and causing output pressure to build to full supply pressure.

On applications where low‐level switch operation is required, the nozzle, flapper, and magnet are positioned on the
opposite side of the torque tube so that downward displacer travel moves the flapper away from the nozzle.

The 2100E switch is an external, cage‐mounted, electric liquid level switch. Rising liquid level exerts a buoyant force on
the torque tube that either activates or deactivates an electrical SPDT (single‐pole, double‐throw) or DPDT
(double‐pole, double‐throw) switch depending on the required switching action. Falling liquid level deactivates or
activates the same switch depending on the required action.

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Maintenance
Switch parts are subject to normal wear and must be inspected and replaced when necessary. The frequency of
inspection and replacement depends on the severity of service conditions.

Refer to figure 5 for maintenance of the 2100 switch and figure 6 for maintenance of the 2100E switch.

WARNING
Always wear protective clothing, gloves, and eyewear when performing any maintenance procedures to avoid personal
injury.
The displacer is a sealed container inside the cage. A displacer penetrated by process fluid may retain pressure or hazardous
fluid for an extended period. Such a displacer may contain pressure as a result of being in a pressurized vessel, or it may
contain fluid that becomes pressurized due to changes in temperature and/or it may contain fluid that is hazardous or
flammable. The sudden release of pressure, contact with hazardous fluid, fire, or explosion resulting in personal injury can
occur if a displacer that is retaining pressure or process fluid is punctured or subjected to heat. Handle the cage (with
displacer inside) with care in removing, storing, or disposing, taking into consideration the characteristics of the process
fluid.
To avoid personal injury and damage to the process system caused by the sudden release of pressure, contact with
hazardous fluid, fire, or explosion, isolate and drain the displacer cage.
For the 2100, shut off and bleed supply pressure from the switch before attempting any maintenance procedures. For the
2100E, shut off the power to the electric switch assembly before attempting any maintenance procedures.
Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional measures that must be taken to protect against process
media.

The displacer cage should be flushed periodically to remove deposits or sludge that may affect proper operation. The
frequency of flushing depends on the nature of the process liquid. Before flushing, close the isolating valves and drain
the cage. Flush from one of the top connections to one of the bottom connections. Also, remove the pipe plug (key 2)
or the bushing and sight window (keys 4 and 5), and flush from a top connection through the pipe plug or sight
window connection.

Inspect the vent or vent screen (key 23) or vent line periodically to ensure that the vent or vent line is not plugged.

Table 3 lists various 2100 switch problems and possible solutions for them. The table is valid for either high‐level or
low‐level switching action and for any supply pressure range. If a correction step requires replacement of worn or
damaged parts, refer to the appropriate maintenance procedure in this manual for disassembly and reassembly
instructions.

2100E switch problems are solved through common electrical troubleshooting procedures. Fault 4 of table 3 is also
pertinent for the 2100E switch.

Operational Test (2100 and 2100E)

Establish a periodic operational test of the switch to ensure that:

a. the torque tube is functioning as a continuous spring element;

b. there is an absence of excessive friction;

c. there is no contact with the mechanical stops, and;

d. the torque tube is still effectively transmitting force and motion to the 2100 flapper and clamp assembly, or to
the 2100E switch arm assembly.

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Table 3. 2100 Troubleshooting Guide

Fault Possible Cause Correction
1. Nozzle‐flapper throttles (flapper moves in 1.1 Nozzle adjusted too high. 1.1 If nozzle prevents flapper from coming in
response to change in liquid level but does full contact with magnet, repeat the Calibration
not completely cap or uncap nozzle). procedure.

Perform the Calibration Check procedure to

ensure that the unit operates properly.

1.2 Verify that the top surface of the magnet is

parallel with the flapper and that the magnet is
in full contact with the flapper when the flapper
is against the magnet. If the above conditions
do not exist, repeat the Calibration procedure.

Perform the Calibration Check procedure to

ensure that the unit operates properly.
2. Nozzle‐flapper fails to snap open. 2.1 Liquid level not changing in the expected 2.1 Be certain liquid level in the displacer cage is
direction. changing in the expected direction.
3. Nozzle‐flapper leaks when shut off. 3.1 Surface of nozzle seat or nozzle worn or 3.1 Inspect surface of flapper seat (key 11,
damaged. figure 5), and nozzle (key 6, figure 5); replace
parts if necessary.

3.2 Nozzle adjusted too low. 3.2 Inspect nozzle‐flapper when flapper is being
held by magnet. If nozzle is not seated on
flapper seat, loosen locknut (key 33, figure 5)
and rotate nozzle counterclockwise until it is
seated.

3.3 Incorrect alignment of nozzle and flapper. 3.3 Inspect surface of nozzle seat (key 11,
figure 5). This surface should be parallel with
the opening in the end of the nozzle (key 6,
figure 5). Correct as necessary.
4. Switch fails to activate upon high or low 4.1 Foreign material in cage. 4.1 Flush cage to remove foreign material.
level depending on action selected.
4.2 Clamp and shaft assembly loose on torque tube 4.2 Perform step 4 of reassembly procedure in
assembly. maintenance section. Tighten clamp nut on
clamp and shaft assembly to between 20 and
27 NSm (15 and 20 lbSft).

4.3 Torque tube assembly failure. 4.3 Perform operational test procedure Replace
torque tube assembly if it fails operational test.

This test should be conducted with no process fluid in the cage using the following procedures:

1. Make sure the 2100 switch flapper and clamp assembly (key 12, figure 5) or the 2100E switch arm (key 40, figure 6)
is tight on the shaft of the torque tube assembly (key 7).
2. Grasp and lift, then immediately release, the following:

D The 2100 switch flapper and clamp assembly (key 12, figure 5), 10 to 13 mm (0.375 to 0.5 inch) from the nozzle
(key 6, figure 5), or

D The 2100E switch arm (key 40, figure 6), 10 to 13 mm (0.375 to 0.5 inch) from the contact of the electric switch
assembly (key 49, figure 6).

3. The torque tube spring system is functional if the 2100 switch flapper and clamp assembly, or the 2100E switch
arm, bounces at least two cycles in a reversing rotary motion.

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2100 Switch Maintenance Procedure

WARNING
When disconnecting any of the pneumatic connections, natural gas, if used as the supply medium, will seep from the unit
and any connected equipment into the surrounding atmosphere. Personal injury or property damage may result from fire
or explosion if preventative measures are not taken, such as adequate ventilation and the removal of any ignition sources.

Refer to figure 5.
1. Drain the liquid from the cage and displacer assembly (key 1), then isolate it from the process. Shut off the supply
pressure and bleed any trapped supply and output pressure from the nozzle block assembly (key 8).
2. Loosen the cover screws (key 17) and remove the cover (key 15). Replace the cover gasket (key 16) and the cover
screw gaskets (key 20) if necessary.

Note
Magnetic attraction between the magnet (key 14) and the flapper (key 12) can be adversely affected by the presence of foreign
material between the magnet and flapper. Before performing any inspection or correction step, inspect the magnet. If necessary,
clean the magnet thoroughly. If cleaning requires removing the magnet or magnet bracket (key 13), perform step 17. of the
maintenance procedure; then perform the calibration check procedure to ensure that the unit operates properly.

3. Loosen the nut holding the flapper and clamp assembly (key 12) to the shaft of the torque tube assembly (key 7).
Remove the flapper and clamp assembly and, if necessary, replace the flapper seat (key 11) or magnet (key 14). The
magnet is attached to the magnet bracket (key 13) with a machine screw (key 27).
4. Loosen the locknut (key 33), remove the nozzle (key 6), and if necessary, replace the nozzle O‐ring (key 26). If
changing supply pressure is the only other maintenance performed, skip to step 15. .
5. Remove the pressure plug (key 9) and, if necessary, replace the pressure plug O‐ring (key 24).
6. Unscrew the pipe plug (key 2) or the bushing and sight window assembly (keys 4 and 5). With a 13 mm (1/2‐inch)
hex nut driver, loosen the locknut on the displacer rod end of the cage and displacer assembly (key 1).
7. Remove the torque tube assembly (key 7) and the bearing (key 32) from the body block (key 3). If necessary,
replace the torque tube O‐ring (key 25).
8. If it is necessary to replace the nozzle block assembly (key 8) or the nozzle block gasket (key 18), these parts are
attached to the back plate (key 10) with cap screws (key 30) and lock washers (key 28).
9. If changing mounting position from right‐hand to left‐hand or vice versa, remove the cap screws (key 30) and lock
washers (key 28) that hold the back plate (key 10) to the body block (key 3). Then rotate the body block 180
degrees on the cage and displacer assembly (key 1). Install a new body block gasket (key 19) if necessary, and
secure the back plate (key 10) to the body block with lock washers and cap screws so that the greatest back plate
overlap points are toward the bottom cage connection.
10. If changing from low‐level to high‐level switching or vice versa, remove the machine screws (key 31), flat washers
(key 29), and magnet bracket (key 13). Install the magnet bracket on the opposite side of the nozzle block assembly
(key 8) and secure it with flat washers and machine screws.
11. Replace the torque tube O‐ring (key 25) if necessary. Install the bearing (key 32) and torque tube assembly (key 7)
into the body block (key 3), making sure the shaft of the torque tube assembly goes through the hole in the
displacer rod end of the cage and displacer assembly (key 1).
12. With a tool inserted through the bottom process connection of the cage and displacer assembly (key 1), move the
displacer to its upward travel limit and then tighten the locknut on the displacer rod end to between 20 and 27 NSm
(15 and 20 lbfSft).

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13. Install the pipe plug (key 2), or the bushing and sight window assembly (keys 4 and 5), into the body block (key 3).
Torque the pipe plug, or the bushing and sight window assembly, to between 68 and 136 NSm (50 and 100 lbfSft).
14. Install the pressure plug (key 9) with the attached O‐ring (key 24) into the nozzle block assembly (key 8) on the
opposite side from the magnet (key 14) and magnet bracket (key 13).
15. Install a nozzle (key 6) of the correct supply pressure range with attached O‐ring (key 26) and locknut (key 33) into
the nozzle block assembly (key 8) on the same side as the magnet (key 14) and magnet bracket (key 13).
16. Install the flapper and clamp assembly (key 12) on the shaft of the torque tube assembly (key 7) with the flapper
seat (key 11) centered over the nozzle (key 6), with the flapper at a 90‐degree angle to the center line of the nozzle,
and with the end of the flapper flat and fully on the magnet (key 14).
D For low‐level switching, tighten the nut of the flapper and clamp assembly (key 12) just enough to allow the
flapper to rotate on the shaft of the torque tube assembly when light force is applied to the flapper.

D For high‐level switching, tighten the nut of the flapper and clamp assembly (key 12) and the machine screws (key
31) to secure the magnet bracket and magnet (keys 13 and 14).
17. Adjust the nozzle (key 6) and flapper (key 12) as follows:
D For low‐level switching, rotate the nozzle (key 6) counterclockwise (up) until it is in contact with the flapper seat
(key 11). Rotate the nozzle an additional 1.5 turns in the counterclockwise direction, and fully tighten the flapper
clamp. Rotate the nozzle 1.5 turns clockwise (down). Tighten the locknut (key 33).

D For high‐level switching, rotate the nozzle (key 6) counterclockwise (up) until it is in contact with the flapper seat
(key 11). Tighten the locknut (key 33).
18. Install the cover (key 15) with the attached cover gasket (key 16) and secure it with the cover screws (key 17) and
attached cover screw gaskets.

2100E Switch Maintenance Procedure

Refer to figure 6.
1. Drain the liquid from the cage and displacer assembly (key 1) and isolate it from the process. Shut off the power to
the electric switch assembly (key 49).
2. Remove the cover screw (key 61) and open the cover (key 60) on the switch housing (key 55). Replace the cover
gasket (key 57) if necessary.
3. Loosen the locknut (key 33) on the shaft clamp screw (key 41); then remove the switch arm (key 40) with the
attached machine screw (key 31), and locknut (key 33).
4. If changing from high‐level to low‐level switching or vice versa, from right‐ to left‐hand mounting or vice versa,
or a combination of both, loosen the set screws (key 56) and remove the electric switch assembly (key 49) and
plug (key 54).
5. Unscrew the pipe plug (key 2) or the bushing and sight window assembly (keys 4 and 5). With a 13 mm (1/2‐inch)
socket, loosen the locknut on the displacer rod end of the cage and displacer assembly.
6. Remove the torque tube assembly (key 7) and bearing (key 32) from the body block (key 3).
7. For changing from right‐ to left‐hand mounting or vice versa, remove the cap screws (key 30) that hold the switch
housing (key 55) to the body block (key 3).
8. Rotate the body block (key 3) 180 degrees on the cage and displacer assembly (key 1).
9. Install a new body block gasket (key 42), if necessary. Secure the switch housing (key 55) to the body block (key 3),
with the switch mounting ports pointing down, using cap screws (key 30).
10. Replace the torque tube O‐ring (key 25) if necessary. Install the bearing (key 32) and torque tube assembly (key 7)
into the body block (key 3), making sure the shaft of the torque tube assembly goes through the hole in the
displacer rod end of the cage and displacer assembly (key 1).

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11. With a tool inserted through the bottom process connection of the cage and displacer assembly (key 1), move the
displacer to its upward travel limit and then tighten the locknut on the displacer rod end to between 20 and 27 NSm
(15 and 20 lbfSft).
12. Install the pipe plug (key 2), or the bushing and sight window assembly (keys 4 and 5), into the body block (key 3).
Torque the pipe plug, or bushing and sight window, to between 68 and 136 NSm (50 and 100 lbfSft).
13. Select a switch mounting port that will provide the desired switching action. Screw the electric switch assembly
into the selected port until the switch assembly groove aligns with the threaded hole for the set screw (key 56).
Position the electric switch contact directly below the machine screw (key 31). Install and tighten the set screw
(key 56) to anchor the electric switch assembly.
14. Insert the cap plug (key 54) in the unused switch mounting port. Install the set screw (key 56) in the mounting port
of the switch housing (key 55).
15. Install the switch arm (key 40) on the shaft of the torque tube assembly (key 7) with the head of the shaft clamp
screw (key 41) pointing toward the top process connection and the switch arm parallel to the top of the electric
switch assembly (key 49). Tighten the locknut (key 33) on the shaft clamp screw to secure the switch arm.
16. Thread the machine screw (key 31) in or out of the switch arm (key 40) until it touches the contact of the electric
switch assembly (key 49), then tighten the locknut (key 33).
17. Secure the cover (key 60) to the switch housing (key 55) with the cover screw (key 61).

Parts Ordering
When corresponding with your Emerson Process Management sales office about this equipment, always mention the
unit's serial number. When ordering replacement parts, refer to the part number of each required part as found in the
following parts list.

WARNING
Use only genuine Fisher replacement parts. Components that are not supplied by Emerson Process Management should
not, under any circumstances be used in any Fisher instrument. The use of components not manufactured by Emerson
Process Management may void your warranty, might adversely affect the performance of the instrument, and could result
in personal injury and property damage.

Parts Kits Key Description Part Number

Key Description Part Number 2100E Retrofit Kit (included are the
 switch arm assy and keys 21, 28, 30, 38,
2100 Repair Kit (included are keys  39, 42, 44, 45, 46, 49, 50, and 51)
 7, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 20, 24, 25,   SPDT Switch R2100EX0SP2
  26, and 32) R2100X00012   DPDT Switch R2100EX0DP2

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Parts List Key Description Part Number

11* Flapper Seat, fluorocarbon 11A8630X012

12* Flapper and Clamp Assembly, stainless steel 18A5221X012

13 Magnet Bracket, stainless steel

Note 14* Magnet, sintered Alnico 12A1578X012
Part numbers are shown for recommended spares only. For part 15 Cover, plastic
numbers not shown, contact your Emerson Process Management sales 16* Cover Gasket, chloroprene 15A2837X012
office. 17 Cover Screw, stainless steel (2 req'd)
18* Nozzle Block Gasket, silicone rubber 11A8641X012
19* Body Block Gasket, silicone rubber 11A8642X012
20* Cover Screw Gasket, silicone rubber (2 req'd) 11A8643X012

21 Nameplate, aluminum
 Right or left‐hand mounting
23 Vent Assembly, plastic
2100 Switch (figure 5) 24*
25*
O‐Ring, fluorocarbon
O‐Ring, fluorocarbon
1N463906382
1N571406382
26* O‐Ring, fluorocarbon 1V826806382
Key Description Part Number 27 Machine Screw, stainless steel
28 Lock Washer, stainless steel (4 req'd)
 1 Cage & Displacer Assembly 29 Flat Washer, stainless steel (2 req'd)

To comply with NACE MR0175‐2002, heat‐treated steel and 30 Cap Screw, stainless steel (4 req'd)
  stainless steel 31 Machine Screw, stainless steel (2 req'd)
   w/o sight window 32* Bearing, glass‐filled PTFE 11A8619X012
   For 2220 WOG max working pressures 33 Locknut, stainless steel
  w/1 NPT process connections 34 Street Tee (figure 4), STC/PL steel
  w/NPS 2 Sch 80 BWE process connection2 Street Tee, STL/PL
  w/NPS 2 Sch 160 BWE process 35* Bleed Orifice (figure 4),
   connections  S31600 1D4835X0012
36 NACE Tag (not shown) 18‐8 stainless steel
For other than NACE applications, carbon steel 37 Tag Wire (not shown), 303 stainless steel
w/sight window 47 Thread locking adhesive, medium strength
For 350 WOG max working pressure  (not furnished with switch)
 w/1 NPT process connection
w/o sight window
For 2220 WOG max working pressures
 w/1 NPT process connection
 w/NPS 2 Sch 80 BWE process conns 2100E Switch (figure 6)
 w/NPS 2 Sch 160 BWE process conns  
 2 Pipe Plug 1 Cage & Displacer Assembly
(2 req'd w/sight window; 3 req'd w/o
sight window) To comply with NACE MR0175‐2002, heat‐treated
 steel and stainless steel
 3 Body Block   w/o sight window
 To comply with NACE MR0175‐2002,    For 2220 WOG max working pressures
NACE steel    w/1 NPT process connections
 For other than NACE applications, steel  w/NPS 2 Sch 80 BWE process connections
 4 Bushing (for use only w/sight window), steel  w/NPS 2 Sch 160 BWE process connections

 5 Sight Window, glass and alloy steel For other than NACE applications, carbon steel
 6 Nozzle, S30300 (303) stainless steel w/sight window
 2.1 to 4.1 bar (30 to 60 psig)  For 350 WOG max working pressure
  supply pressure   w/1 NPT process connection
 4.1 to 6.9 bar (60 to 100 psig) w/o sight window
  supply pressure  For 2220 WOG max working pressures
 6.9 to 10.3 bar (100 to 150 psig) w/1 NPT process connections
  supply pressure w/NPS 2 Sch 80 BWE process connections
 7* Torque Tube Assembly, N04400 26A3197X022 w/NPS 2 Sch 160 BWE process
 8 Nozzle Block Assembly, aluminum connections
 & stainless steel
 2 Pipe Plug
 9 Pressure Plug, S30300 (303) stainless steel  (2 req'd w/sight window; 3 req'd w/o
10 Back Plate, steel   sight window)

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Figure 5. Fisher 2100 Switch Assembly Drawing

SECTION C‐C

DETAIL OF RIGHT HAND MOUNTING WITH NOZZLE

AND FLAPPER POSITIONED FOR LOW LEVEL SWITCHING
(ALSO TYPICAL OF HIGH LEVEL SWITCHING
WITH LEFT HAND MOUNTING)

DETAIL OF SIGHT
WINDOW CONSTRUCTION

VIEW B‐B

VIEW B‐B
APPLY LUB/SEALANT/ADHESIVE

51A8650-H SECTION D‐D

Key Description Key Description Part Number

 3 Body Block,  5 Sight Window, glass and alloy steel

 To comply with NACE MR0175‐2002,  7* Torque Tube Assembly, N04400 26A3197X022
  NACE steel
 For other than NACE applications, steel 21 Nameplate, aluminum,
 4 Bushing (for use only w/sight window), steel  Right or left‐hand mtg

16 *Recommended spare parts

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Figure 6. Fisher 2100E Switch Assembly Drawing

SECTION A‐A

VIEW B
OPTIONAL SIGHT WINDOW

A A

40B6593‐G

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Key Description Part Number Key Description Part Number

49* Electric Switch Assembly, stainless steel

25* O‐Ring, fluorocarbon 1N571406382  Single pole double throw (SPDT) 20B5075X012
30 Cap Screw, stainless steel (2 req'd)  Double pole double throw (DPDT) 20B5076X012
31 Machine Screw, stainless steel
54 Plug, anodized aluminum
32* Bearing, glass‐filled PTFE 11A8619X012 55 Switch Housing, aluminum
33 Locknut, stainless steel (2 req'd) 56 Set Screw, 18‐8 stainless steel (2 req'd)
36 NACE Tag (not shown), 18‐8 stainless steel
37 Tag Wire (not shown), 303 stainless steel 57 Cover Gasket, Silicone 30A
61 Cover Screw, stainless steel
40 Switch Arm, stainless steel 60 Cover, aluminum
41 Shaft Clamp Screw, stainless steel
42* Body Block Gasket, silicone 11A8642X012 58 Roll pin
46 Drive Screw, 18‐8 stainless steel (2 req'd) 59 O‐Ring, nitrile

18 *Recommended spare parts

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