Installation
FLOWSIC500 · Operating Instructions · 8025733/1GMJ/V4-2/2022-07 · © SICK Engineering GmbH 39
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3.2.2 Transport
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During all transport and storage work, ensure:
– The FLOWSIC500 is always well secured
– Measures to prevent mechanical damage have been taken
– Ambient conditions are within specified limits.
3.3 Mechanical installation
The FLOWSIC500 normally does not need straight inlet and outlet sections and can be
fitted directly after bends in the pipe.
3.3.1 Preparations
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Select a suitable installation location. Ensure adequate assembly clearances
(→ Table 12).
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The following tools and materials are required to install the FLOWSIC500:
– Hoisting equipment (lifting capacity according to the weight specifications
→ p. 155, §9.6)
– Box wrench with size suitable for flange installation
– Torque wrench
– Flange gaskets
– Lubricant, metal-free or suitable for aluminum, e.g. OKS 235, to prevent thread
mountings seizing up.
– SW3 Allen key
– Leak detection.
CAUTION: General risks during installation
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Observe applicable valid regulations, general standards and guidelines.
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Observe local safety regulations, operating instructions and special
regulations.
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Observe the safety information in → p. 10, §1.1.
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Comply with the safety requirements of Pressure Equipment Directive
2014/68/EC or ASME B31.3 when installing pressure devices including
connection of various pressure devices.
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Persons carrying out installation work must be familiar with the directives
and standards applicable for pipeline construction and have the
corresponding qualifications, e.g. in accordance with DIN EN 1591-4.
NOTICE: Installation requirements
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The following elements must not be present within a distance of 5 DN to the
adapter in upstream direction:
– A valve not always operated fully open,
– a pressure regulator.
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The pressure sensor must be maximum 5 DN behind the gas flow meter.
Alternatively, the temperature sensor in the optional immersion sleeves can
be used in the adapter.
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In concrete application, observe limitations resulting from type approval!
NOTICE:
Do not use copper paste!
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