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5.0: DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTIONS
The ONICON F-4600 has self diagnostic functions that continually monitor key operating
parameters. A list of the alarm messages is shown below.
Displayed Message Description
System Fault System Fault is displayed with an error code. This message
indicates a hardware malfunction. The meter will not calculate
energy in this state.
Reverse Flow Flow is reversed through the meter. The meter will not calculate
energy in this state.
Signal Fault This is a warning message that the ow signal is weak. It may
indicate entrained air in the ow stream.
Empty Pipe The pipe is empty
Low Flow The ow reading is below the minimum ow threshold of the
meter (e.g. 0.03 gpm for ½” meter). The meter will not calculate
energy in this state.
High Flow This is a warning message that the ow reading is above the
maximum ow rate of the meter (e.g. 15 gpm for ½” meter).