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Trouble
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
No Flow thru meter or high
pressure drop
Foreign particles or solidified
matter in meter
Flush meter with suitable solvent.
Return to Factory for repair if
unsuccessful.
Flow but no transmitter
output
Incorrect Wiring Verify wiring.
Failed transmitter Remove cap on transmitter and
observe flashing LED’s. See page
10 for details.
Defective Cable Remove cap on transmitter.
Repair or replace cable. Contact
Factory.
Output is high compared to
actual flow.
Incorrect scaling on analog
output
Correct scaling on transmitter or
display system
Air in the lines Purge lines or re plumb.
Electrical Noise Confirm proper grounding and
shield cables.
Magnetic Interference Avoid placing near strong
magnetic fields.
Indicator out of calibration See indicator manual.
Output is low compared to
actual flow
Leaky bypass valve Repair or replace valve
Flow is below specified
minimum rate
Increase flow or replace with
appropriately sized meter
Indicator out of calibration See indicator manual
Meter damaged from
particulates in fluid
Contact Factory
Troubleshooting
Repairs
The Max G-Series Meters are not designed for user repair and all such work should be done at the
factory or under the direct supervision of the Max Technical Service Department. Unauthorized
repair work may damage the meter and will void the product warranty. Please make note of model
and serial numbers on the flow meter before calling the factory. A Return Material Authorization (or
RMA) number will be issued if the flow meter has to be sent back for repair.