GPI 03 User Manual

Printed U.S.A.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION
Congratulations on receiving your GPI elec-
tronic digital meter. These instructions will
help you operate and maintain your meter.
NOTE: “Figures” mentioned in the text be-
low refer to photographs in the en-
closed English Owner’s Manual.
Safety Instructions
For your safety, please review the safety
instructions below.
1. This meter is approved to handle only
fluids which are compatible with the
meter’s housing material.
2. When metering flammable liquids, ob-
serve precautions against fire or explo-
sion.
3. When handling hazardous liquids, al-
ways follow the liquid manufacturer’s
safety precautions.
4. Always dispose of used cleaning sol-
vents in a safe manner according to the
solvent manufacturer’s instructions.
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5. During meter removal, liquid may spill.
Follow the liquid manufacturer’s safety
precautions to clean up minor spills.
6. Do not blow compressed air through
the meter.
7. Do not submerge the meter.
8. Do not allow liquids to dry inside the
meter.
9. Do not use a wrench to install plastic
meters. Hand tighten only.
10. For best results, always verify calibra-
tion before use.
Your meter is designed for measuring liq-
uids. All meters are tested and factory cali-
brated before shipping. This manual refers
to three families of meters:
• Low Flow Meters have a 1/4-inch in-
ternal diameter and a flow range of
1 to 10 LPM.
•One Inch Meters have a 1-inch inter-
nal diameter and a flow range of 10 to
190 LPM.
•Two Inch Meters have a 2-inch internal
diameter and a flow range of 100 to
1,000 LPM.
Daily Use
The operations given below are the most
commonly used. Others are listed in the Op-
erations Section. Before use, review the
Safety Instructions.
The meter turns on automatically when flow
starts and turns off automatically shortly af-
ter flow stops. The meter can also be turned
on by pressing and releasing the DISPLAY
button (“DISPLAY”).
5252 East 36th Street North
Wichita, KS USA 67220-3205
TEL: 316-686-7361
FAX: 316-686-6746
“A Great Plains Ventures Subsidiary”
www.gpi.net
1-800-835-0113
Operations Guide for
03 Electronic Digital Meter
1/04 920731-03

GPI 03 Specifications

General

Brand	GPI
Model	03
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English

Summary

GENERAL INFORMATION

Safety Instructions

Reviews safety precautions for operating the meter.

Daily Use

Describes basic meter operation and automatic power features.

OPERATIONS

Batch and Cumulative Totals

Explains how to view and zero batch totals and cumulative totals.

Calibration Curves

Details factory and field calibration curve display and selection.

INSTALLATION

Mounting and Pipe Clearances

Provides recommendations for meter orientation and pipe lengths.

Flow Control and Filtering

Discusses impact of flow control valves and foreign material, and filter recommendations.

CALIBRATION

Selecting a Different Calibration Setting

Explains how to switch between GAL and LTR modes and their impact.

Dispense/Display Calibration Procedures

Details the step-by-step process for field calibrating the meter.

MAINTENANCE

General Maintenance

Advises on keeping the meter clean and avoiding specific actions.

Battery Replacement

Guides on how to replace the meter's batteries and their impact on totals.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Accuracy Issues

Addresses common causes for inaccurate meter readings and solutions.

Display and Counting Problems

Covers issues like faded readouts, blank displays, and meters not counting flow.

Calibration and Connection Issues

Provides solutions for failure to enter field calibration and leaking connections.

SERVICE

Warranty and Contact Information

Outlines warranty coverage and how to contact for service or parts.

Limited Warranty Policy

Warranty Coverage and Limitations

Details the 1-year warranty, conditions for invalidation, and exclusions.

Making a Warranty Claim

Outlines the procedure for submitting a warranty claim and company response times.