ABB G5 User Manual

Easily upgrade to the most accurate and
reliable single run gas flow computer
Introduction
This guide is designed for typical installations only. Maintenance must be performed
by personnel knowledgeable of the ABB Totalflow
®
µFLO
G5
flow computer, the
integral multivariable transducer (IMV), and the theory of natural gas electronic flow
measurement. Maintenance personnel must also be knowledgeable of local and
national codes as they apply to hazardous areas, communication wiring, and
electrical wiring.
CAUTION – Equipment damage. The µFLO
G5
flow computer operating
temperature range differs from the µFLO
G4
. The µFLO
G5
is rated for
ambient temperatures between -40 °F and +158 °F (-40 °C and +70 °C).
Do not upgrade to the µFLO
G5
if the ambient temperature range falls
outside of this range.
Purpose
This guide provides simple instructions and information for upgrading an original
µFLO (referred to as the µFLO (G3) for clarification purposes) or a µFLO
G4
to a
µFLO
G5
flow computer.
Application guide
G5 flow computers
µFLO
G5
(microFLO
G5
)
Upgrade kit

ABB G5 Specifications

General

Brand	ABB
Model	G5
Category	Desktop
Language	English

Summary

Introduction and Purpose

Guide Introduction

Overview of the guide's purpose and scope for ABB Totalflow µFLOG5 installations.

Upgrade Purpose

Details on upgrading original µFLO or µFLOG4 to µFLOG5, including operating temperature notes.

Additional Information and Assumptions

Additional Publications

Lists available publications for the µFLOG5 flow computer for download.

Upgrade Assumptions

Outlines prerequisites and conditions for the upgrade procedure, including host computer requirements.

Safety Information

Safety Conventions and Symbols

Explains symbols and signal words used to indicate hazards and important notes.

Potential Safety Hazards

Highlights potential hazards during installation and maintenance of the flow computer.

Upgrade Kit and Tools

Upgrade Kit Contents

Lists all components included in the µFLOG5 upgrade kits for different models.

Requisite Tools and Materials

Specifies the necessary tools and materials required to perform the upgrade.

Upgrade Procedures

Label Installation

Instructions for applying new board layout and product identification labels to the unit.

Disconnecting Power and Wiring

Steps to safely disconnect power, cables, and field wiring from the IMV before proceeding.

I/O Expansion Board Removal

Procedure for removing existing I/O expansion boards from the unit.

IMV Assembly Preparation

Steps to prepare the IMV assembly for removal, including shutting in the sensor.

IMV Removal

Detailed instructions for physically removing the IMV assembly from the cabinet.

New G5 IMV Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the replacement G5 IMV assembly.

I/O Expansion Board Reinstallation

Instructions for reinstalling the optional I/O expansion board after the main upgrade.

MMI Cable Replacement (G3 to G5)

Specific procedure for replacing the MMI cable when upgrading from G3 to G5.

Startup Considerations

µFLOG5 Startup Procedures

Refers to the startup guide for post-installation connection, setup, and operation.