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Metretek MTEK6000 Series User Manual

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MTEK6000 SERIES USER'S MANUAL
January 2002
MTEK6000 SERIES
Electronic Flow Corrector & Monitoring
Devices
Installation and Operating Instructions
January 2002
Part # 900315

Table of Contents

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Metretek MTEK6000 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMetretek
ModelMTEK6000 Series
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1: Overview

Hazardous Locations

Information on UL/C-UL listing for use in hazardous locations.

Compliance

Details on the MTEK6000 device's compliance with FCC rules.

One-Year Warranty

Metretek's warranty policy for products against defects.

Security Options

Available options to prevent unauthorized entry into the enclosure.

Chapter 2: Installation

Unpacking

Instructions for examining and unpacking the MTEK6000 unit.

Initial Check-Out

Procedures for initial inspection and verification of the unit.

Power for the MTEK6000

Details on powering the MTEK6000 using battery or optional supplies.

Optional Power Supplies

Description of available optional power supply options.

Mounting the Instrument on the Meter

Guidelines for physically mounting the instrument on a meter.

Setting Up the Index Assembly

Procedures for adjusting output shaft rotation and input drive value.

Unit and Index Rotation

Instructions for rotating the unit and index plate 180 degrees.

Counter Masking

Information on masking the uncorrected counter for eight-digit counters.

Magnet Sensor Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the magnet sensor clearance.

Pulse Input to the MTEK6000

Details on how the MTEK6000 receives electronic pulses.

Wall and Pipe Mounting

Instructions for mounting the MTEK6000 on a wall or pipe.

Transducers in the MTEK6000

Description of the strain gauge pressure transducer and RTD.

Connecting the Pressure Tubing

Safety warnings and instructions for connecting pressure tubing.

Installing the Thermal Probe

Procedure for installing the temperature probe and related components.

Installing the Pulse Output Wiring

Instructions for wiring the optically isolated pulse outputs.

Communications

Overview of RS-232C and modem communications.

Grounding

Guidelines to help customers avoid surge damage to the MTEK6000.

Chapter 3: Operating Modes

Sleep/Wake-up Mode

How the unit enters and exits sleep mode to conserve battery life.

Display Mode

Description of the standard two-character label and value display.

Alarm Mode

Configuring the unit to activate alarms based on conditions or limits.

Viewing and Clearing Alarms

Procedure for viewing and clearing alarms using the magnetic scroll switch.

Memory (History Logging)

Details on the unit's RAM capacity for logging historical meter data.

Configuration Mode

Setting up initial configuration and operating parameter values.

Virtual Keypad or Optional External Keypad and Display Operation

How to access operating modes using the keypad or display.

Editing Parameters

Steps to enter configuration mode and edit parameter values.

Assigning Function Keys

How to assign parameters to function keys for quick access.

Audit Trail

Recording parameter changes and calibrations for a secure log.

Wake-Up on Pulse (Event Driven)

Configuring the unit to wake up based on a specified number of pulses.

Analog Sampling

Sampling dynamic analog input variables at selected intervals.

Special Key Combinations

Key combinations for viewing system information and performing tasks.

Assigning the number of displayed digits

User-configurable setting for the number of displayed digits.

Calibration Mode

Entering calibration mode to calibrate analog signals.

Calibrating the Pressure Transducer

Step-by-step guide for calibrating the pressure transducer.

Calibrating the Temperature Transducer

Step-by-step guide for calibrating the temperature transducer.

Calibrating the Differential Pressure Transmitter (EFM Only)

Guide for calibrating the differential pressure transmitter.

Chapter 4: Optional Equipment

Analog Output (AO) Option

Description of the Analog Output Module and its interface.

MTEK6000 Analog Output Specifications

Environmental, electrical isolation, and output specifications.

Installing the Analog Output Loop

Instructions for connecting the AO module to the display/analog board.

Calibrating the Analog Output

Procedure for software-based calibration of the analog output signal.

Chapter 5: Maintenance and Software Packages

Enclosure Maintenance

Routine inspections to ensure integrity of the lid seal and ports.

Changing the Battery

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the unit's battery.

Calibration

Importance of calibration and its software-based nature.

Software

Overview of Metretek's software applications (pcGas, MTEKManager).

pcGas Meter Reader Software

Description of the pcGas Meter Reader software for configuration.

pcGas Meter Utility Package

Components of the pcGas Meter Reader Utility Package.

pcGas Customer Monitor

Software for viewing and reading history data stored in the unit.

MTEK Manager

Integrated utilities for configuration and management of MTEK6000.

DC2000

Metretek's flagship collection and management software system.

Appendix A: Process Configuration Standard

Appendix B: Calculations

AGA-7 Volume Calculations

Volume calculations based on the Ideal Gas Law, Boyle's Law, and Charles's Law.

AGA-8 Supercompressibility Gross Method 1

Configuration for specific gravity and mol percent of CO2.

AGA-8 Supercompressibility Gross Method 2

Configuration for specific gravity and mol percent of N2 and CO2.

NX19 Supercompressibility Report

Configuration for specific gravity, mol percent of N2 and CO2.

Appendix C: Parameter Description

Alarm Pulse Output Enable/Disable

Enables or disables generic pulse output on alarm conditions.

Analog Sampling Rate (seconds)

Sets the rate for sampling analog input variables.

Audit Trail Logging Enable

Enables or disables audit trail logging for parameter changes.

Base Pressure

A factor used in Corrected Volume calculation, represents standard pressure.

Calibration Password

Password to prevent unauthorized access to calibration mode.

Configuration Password

Password to prevent unauthorized access to configuration mode.

Corrected Volume

Calculated corrected volume based on AGA report #7 or #8.

Counter Fault Monitoring (EFC Only)

Enables or disables fault monitoring on the main counter #1.

Cubic Unit/Pulse In or Meter Drive

Determines the volume unit represented by one input pulse.

Flow Rate Update Interval (s)

Determines how often the flow rate gets updated in the EFC.

High Flow Rate Alarm Setpoint

Setpoint determining when a High Flow Rate alarm condition is met.

Low Flow Rate Alarm Setpoint

Setpoint determining when a Low Flow Rate alarm condition is met.

Meter Correction Factor

Ratio indicating measurement accuracy of the meter.

Site I.D. (RUID)

Unique access code number for communicating with the unit.

Wake Up Interval (seconds)

Time in seconds the unit wakes up to execute processes.

Units of Measure

Configurable units for volume, flow, pressure, and temperature.

Appendix D: Board Jumper Positions

JUMPERS FOR MODEM SECTION

Jumper settings for the modem section of the corrector board.

POWER SOURCE SELECT JUMPERS

Jumper settings for selecting the power source for the unit.

TEMPERATURE PROBE SELECT JUMPER

Jumper settings to indicate if a temperature probe is installed.

Pulse Output 1:

Wiring and jumper configuration for Pulse Output 1.

External Analog #2: Use

Terminal usage for external analog transducer #2 connections.

External Access to the Mechanical Index:

Connections for external access to the mechanical index (Form C contacts).

Appendix E: Certifications (CSA, UL and FCC Drawings and Statements

CONSUMER INFORMATION AND FCC REQUIREMENTS

FCC rules permitting direct connection to the telephone network.

Service Requirement

Procedures for equipment malfunction repairs.

CANADIAN “INDUSTRY CANADA” NOTICE

Industry Canada label identification for certified equipment.

NOTICE

Information regarding Ringer Equivalence Number (REN).

WARRANTY & REPAIR SERVICE

Contact information for Metretek's Repair & Return Department.

Appendix F: Warranty Information

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Seller warrants hardware against defects in material and workmanship for one year.

Appendix G: TII Station Protector

STATION PROTECTION

Description of TII's surge protection products and their construction.

Appendix H: Hazardous Area Installation Control Drawings

NOTES:

Important notes regarding barrier approvals and wiring methods.

** CONTROL DRAWING **

Indicates drawing meets certification requirements and should not be revised.