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Flexim FLUXUS G800 User Manual

Flexim FLUXUS G800
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User Manual
UMFLUXUS_G8V4-6-1EN
Ultrasonic Flowmeter
for in Explosive Atmospheres
FLUXUS G800
FLUXUS G801

Table of Contents

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Flexim FLUXUS G800 Specifications

General IconGeneral
DisplayGraphical LCD
Number of Channels1 or 2
Measurement PrincipleUltrasonic
Power Supply24 V DC
Communication InterfacesRS232, RS485, Ethernet
Fluid TypesLiquids, Gases
Pipe Size RangeDN6 ... DN6500 (Transducer Dependent)
Outputs4-20 mA, pulse, frequency, relay
EnclosureIP65
Measurement Range0.01 ... 25 m/s

Summary

Introduction

1.1 Regarding this Manual

Provides information about the user manual's purpose and how to use it.

1.2 Safety Instructions

Contains important instructions for safe operation and handling of the measuring instrument.

1.3 Warranty

Details the warranty terms and conditions for the FLUXUS flowmeter.

Handling

2.1 First Inspection

Outlines the initial visual inspection procedures upon delivery of the instrument.

2.2 General Precautions

Provides general guidelines for careful handling of the precision measuring instrument.

General Principles

3.1 Measurement System

Describes the components of the ultrasonic flow measurement system.

3.2 Measurement Principle

Explains the ultrasonic transit time difference correlation principle used for flow velocity measurement.

3.3 Measurement Arrangements

Details different transducer mounting configurations like diagonal and reflection arrangements.

Description of the Transmitter

4.1 FLUXUS G800

Describes the physical characteristics and layout of the FLUXUS G800 transmitter.

4.2 FLUXUS G801

Describes the physical characteristics and layout of the FLUXUS G801 transmitter.

4.3 Keyboard

Explains the function of the transmitter's keyboard keys for operation and navigation.

Selection of the Measuring Point

5.1 Acoustic Penetration

Discusses requirements for sound propagation through pipe and fluid for accurate measurement.

5.2 Undisturbed Flow Profile

Explains the importance of flow profile and recommended distances from disturbance sources.

5.3 Influence of Noise

Addresses how pipe wall signals can disturb measurements and points to avoid.

5.4 Selection of the Measuring Point Taking into Account the Flow Profile and the Influence of Noise

Guides on selecting a measuring point considering both flow profile and noise influence.

5.5 Selection of the Measurement Arrangement Taking into Account the Measuring Range and the Measuring Conditions

Helps choose between diagonal and reflection arrangements based on measuring conditions.

5.6 Selection of the Sound Beam Plane near an Elbow

Provides guidance on selecting the sound beam plane orientation relative to pipe elbows.

Installation of FLUXUS G800

6.1 Location

Specifies criteria for selecting the installation location for the transmitter and transducers.

6.2 Opening and Closing the Housing

Details the procedure for safely opening and closing the transmitter housing.

6.3 Installation

Covers wall and pipe installation methods for the FLUXUS G800.

6.4 Connection of the Transmitter

Explains how to connect the transmitter to power and other components.

6.5 Connection of the Transducers

Provides detailed steps for connecting the transducers, including extension cables.

6.6 Connection of the Power Supply

Guides on how to safely connect the power supply to the transmitter.

6.7 Connection of the Outputs

Details how to connect various output signals from the transmitter.

6.8 Connection of the Serial Interface

Explains how to connect the RS232 serial interface for data communication.

6.9 Sensor Module (SENSPROM)

Describes the function and installation of the sensor module for transducer data.

Installation of FLUXUS G801

7.1 Location

Specifies criteria for selecting the installation location for the transmitter and transducers.

7.2 Opening and Closing the Housing

Details the procedure for safely opening and closing the transmitter housing.

7.3 Installation

Covers wall and pipe installation methods for the FLUXUS G801.

7.4 Connection of the Transmitter

Explains how to connect the transmitter to power and other components.

7.5 Connection of the Transducers

Provides detailed steps for connecting the transducers, including extension cables.

7.6 Connection of the Power Supply

Guides on how to safely connect the power supply to the transmitter.

7.7 Connection of the Outputs

Details how to connect various output signals from the transmitter.

7.8 Connection of the Serial Interface

Explains how to connect the RS232 serial interface for data communication.

7.9 Sensor Module (SENSPROM)

Describes the function and installation of the sensor module for transducer data.

Mounting of the Transducers

8.1 Preparation of the Pipe

Describes how to prepare the pipe surface for transducer mounting.

8.2 Orientation of the Transducers and Transducer Distance

Explains the correct orientation of transducers and how to set the distance.

8.3 Transducer Mounting Fixture Variofix L

Details the installation procedure using the Variofix L mounting fixture.

8.4 Installation with Variofix C

Details the installation procedure using the Variofix C mounting fixture.

Damping mats

9.1 transducer Damping Mats

Explains the purpose and installation of damping mats for transducers.

9.2 Pipe Damping Mats

Discusses the installation of pipe damping mats to reduce acoustic noise.

9.3 Installation of the Self-Adhesive Damping Mats

Provides instructions for applying self-adhesive damping mats to the pipe.

Start-Up of the Transmitter

10.1 Switching on

Basic steps to power on the transmitter and initial display.

10.2 Initialization

Explains the process of initializing the transmitter to default settings.

10.3 Display

Describes the transmitter's display and main menu structure.

10.4 HotCodes

Lists key sequences (HotCodes) for accessing specific functions and settings.

10.5 Language Selection

Details how to select the operating language for the transmitter display.

10.6 Operation State Indication

Explains the meaning of the transmitter's operational status LEDs.

10.7 Interruption of the Power Supply

Describes how the transmitter handles power interruptions and data saving.

Basic Measurement

11.1 Input of the Pipe Parameters

Guides on entering essential pipe dimensions and material properties for accurate measurement.

11.2 Input of the Fluid Parameters

Instructs on entering fluid properties like sound speed, viscosity, and density.

11.3 Other Parameters

Covers additional parameters like transducer type and extension cable length.

11.4 Selection of the Channels

Explains how to activate or deactivate measurement channels.

11.5 Defining the Number of Sound Paths

Details how to specify the number of sound paths for the measurement.

11.6 Transducer Distance

Crucial section on setting and adjusting the transducer distance for optimal measurement.

11.7 Start of the Measurement

Covers the procedure for initiating a flow measurement.

11.8 Detection of the Flow Direction

Explains how the transmitter indicates the direction of fluid flow.

11.9 Stop the Measurement

Describes how to safely stop an ongoing flow measurement.

Displaying the Measured Values

12.1 Selection of the Physical Quantity and of the Unit of Measurement

Guides on choosing which physical quantity and units to display.

12.2 Toggling between the Channels

Explains how to switch between different displayed channels or modes.

12.3 Adjustment of the Display

Covers options for customizing the display layout to show multiple values.

12.4 Status Line

Describes the information provided in the status line during measurement.

12.5 Transducer Distance

Shows how the transducer distance is displayed and its relation to optimal measurement.

Advanced Measuring Functions

13.1 Command Execution during Measurement

Lists commands that can be executed while a measurement is in progress.

13.2 Damping Factor

Explains how to adjust the damping factor for averaging measured values.

13.3 Totalizer

Details how to monitor and manage total flow volume or mass.

13.4 Upper Limit of the Flow Velocity

Allows setting an upper limit to ignore flow velocities considered outliers.

13.5 Cut-Off Flow

Describes setting a lower limit for flow velocity to exclude low flow conditions.

13.6 Uncorrected Flow Velocity

Explains how to view flow velocity without profile correction.

13.7 Measurement of High Dynamic Flows (FastFood Mode)

Covers the FastFood mode for measuring highly dynamic flows and its configuration.

13.8 Calculation Channels

Explains how to set up virtual channels for calculating derived values from measurements.

13.9 Change of the Limit for the Inner Pipe Diameter

Allows modification of the minimum inner pipe diameter limit for transducers.

13.10 Diagnosis with the Snap Function

Introduces the snap function for storing diagnostic parameters.

13.11 Program Code

Details how to set and use a program code for protecting measurements.

Data Logger and Transmission of Data

14.1 Data Logger

Explains the data logger's function, stored data, and activation.

14.2 Transmission of Data

Covers methods for transmitting logged data to a PC via serial interfaces.

Libraries

15.1 Partitioning of the Coefficient Memory

Describes how to divide the memory for storing material and fluid parameters.

15.2 Input of Material/Fluid Parameters without the Extended Library

Guides on entering material/fluid data as constants without the extended library.

15.3 Extended Library

Explains how to use the extended library for temperature/pressure dependent fluid properties.

15.4 Deleting a User Defined Material/Fluids

Provides steps for removing user-defined materials or fluids from the system.

15.5 Arrangement of the Material/Fluid Scroll List

Details how to manage and display material and fluid lists in the Parameter branch.

Settings

16.1 Time and Date

Instructions for setting the transmitter's internal clock and date.

16.2 Dialogs and Menus

Covers settings related to dialogs, menus, and pipe circumference input.

16.3 Measurement Settings

Allows configuration of measurement-specific settings like gas measurement and turbulence mode.

16.4 Settings of the Standard Conditions for the Gas Measurement

Explains how to set standard pressure and temperature for gas measurements.

16.5 Setting the Contrast

Describes how to adjust the display contrast of the transmitter.

16.6 Instrument Information

Shows how to access information about the transmitter, including serial number and firmware.

SuperUser Mode

17.1 Activation/Deactivation

Explains how to activate and deactivate the SuperUser mode for advanced analysis.

17.2 Transducer Parameters

Describes how to input or select transducer parameters in SuperUser mode.

17.3 Defining Flow Parameters

Covers setting advanced flow parameters like profile bounds and velocity correction.

17.4 Limit of the Signal Amplification

Allows setting a maximum signal amplification limit to avoid invalid signals.

17.5 Upper Limit of the Sound Speed

Explains how to set an upper limit for the sound speed for plausibility checks.

17.6 Detection of Long Measurement Failures

Describes how to configure the time interval for detecting long measurement failures.

17.7 Number of Decimal Places of the Totalizers

Allows setting the number of decimal places for totalizer display.

17.8 Manual Reset of the Totalizers

Explains how to manually reset totalizers, even with a program code active.

17.9 Display of the Totalizer Sum

Describes how to display the sum of totalizers for both flow directions.

17.10 Display of the Last Valid Measured Value

Explains how to display the last valid value when the signal is insufficient.

17.11 Display During the Measurement

Lists additional parameters that can be displayed during measurement in SuperUser mode.

Outputs

18.1 Installation of an Output

Guides on installing and configuring different types of outputs.

18.2 Error Value Delay

Explains how to set the delay for transmitting error values to outputs.

18.3 Activation of an Analog Output

Details the process of activating and configuring analog outputs, including range.

18.4 Configuration of a Frequency Output as a Pulse Output

Describes how to configure a frequency output to function as a pulse output.

18.5 Activation of a Binary Output as a Pulse Output

Explains how to activate a binary output to function as a pulse output.

18.6 Activation of a Binary Output as an Alarm Output

Covers the activation and configuration of binary outputs as alarm outputs.

18.7 Behavior of the Alarm Outputs

Describes how alarm outputs behave under different conditions and switching functions.

18.8 Deactivation of the Outputs

Explains how to deactivate installed outputs.

Troubleshooting

19.1 Problems with the Measurement

Addresses issues where no signal is received or measurement is impossible.

19.2 Selection of the Measuring Point

Provides guidance on selecting an appropriate measuring point to avoid issues.

19.3 Maximum Acoustic Contact

Refers to chapter 8 for instructions on achieving maximum acoustic contact.

19.4 Application Specific Problems

Discusses problems related to fluid sound speed, pipe roughness, lining, and fluid composition.

19.5 Large Deviations of the Measured Values

Explains common causes for large deviations in measured values.

19.6 Problems with the Totalizers

Covers issues related to totalizer values being too high, too small, or incorrect.

19.7 Transmission of Data

Addresses problems with transmitted data containing meaningless strings.

Appendix A: Menu Structure

Program branch Parameter

Shows the menu structure within the Parameter program branch.

Program branch Measuring

Displays the menu structure within the Measuring program branch.

Program Branch Output Options

Presents the menu structure within the Output Options program branch.

Appendix B: Units of Measurement

Length/roughness

Lists units of measurement for length and roughness.

Temperature

Lists units of measurement for temperature.

Pressure

Lists units of measurement for pressure.

Density

Lists units of measurement for density.

Sound speed

Lists units of measurement for sound speed.

Kinematic viscosity

Lists units of measurement for kinematic viscosity.

Flow velocity

Lists units of measurement for flow velocity.

Standard/operational volumetric flow rate

Lists units for standard and operational volumetric flow rates.

Mass flow rate

Lists units for mass flow rate.

heat flow rate

Lists units for heat flow rate.

Appendix C: Reference

C.1 Sound Speed of Selected Pipe and Lining Materials at 20 °C

Provides sound speed data for various pipe and lining materials.

C.2 Typical Roughnesses of Pipes

Lists typical roughness values for different pipe materials.

C.3 Typical Properties of Selected Fluids at 20 °C and 1 bar

Tabulates physical properties for common fluids.

C.4 Properties of Methane

Provides detailed properties of methane at various temperatures and pressures.

Appendix D: Maintenance

D.1 Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the transmitter and transducers.

D.2 Examination of the O-ring

Details how to check and replace O-rings for housing seals.

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