Badger Meter E G2 Series User manual

E-Series G2® Ultrasonic Meter
Lead-Free Bronze Alloy, 5/8 x 3/4 inch
ESM-UM-03099-EN-02 (May 2021) User Manual

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CONTENTS
Scope of this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
About the E-Series Ultrasonic Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Product Unpacking and Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Special Fittings and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Removing a Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Meter Operating Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Outdoor Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Indoor Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Pre-Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Activating the Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Display Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Encoder Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Dual Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Meter Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Alarm Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL
This manual contains installation and operation procedures for the Badger Meter® next generation E-Series G2® 5/8 x 3/4 inch
Ultrasonic meters. Proper performance and reliability of the product depend upon installation in accordance with
these instructions.
ABOUT THE ESERIES ULTRASONIC METER
The E-Series Ultrasonic meter uses solid-state technology in a compact, tamper protected, weatherproof and UV-resistant
housing, suitable for residential applications.
Electronic metering provides information—such as rate of flow and status and alarm indication—and data not typically
available through traditional, mechanical meters and registers. Electronic metering minimizes measurement errors due to
sand, suspended particles and pressure fluctuations.
Meters can be installed using horizontal or vertical piping, with water flow in the up direction. The meter will not measure
flow when an “empty pipe”condition is experienced. An empty pipe is defined as a condition that occurs when the flow
sensors are not fully submerged.
Operation
As water flows into the measuring tube, ultrasonic signals are sent consecutively in forward and reverse directions of
flow. Velocity is then determined by measuring the time difference between the measurement in the forward and reverse
directions. Total volume is calculated from the measured flow velocity using water temperature and pipe diameter.
The LCD screen toggles to display total volume and unit of measure, rate of flow, alarm and operating mode, and firmware
version. E-Series Ultrasonic meters connected to ORION® endpoints also display temperature data and water pressure data
(when equipped with an optional integrated pressure sensor).
Applications
E-Series Ultrasonic meters measure potable cold water in residential applications. The meter is also ideal for non-potable,
reclaimed irrigation water applications, or less than optimum water conditions where small particles exist.
E-Series Ultrasonic meters meet and exceed ANSI/AWWA C715 Standards. The lead-free bronze alloy meters comply with the
lead-free provisions of the Safe Drinking Water Act and NSF/ANSI Standards 61 and 372.
Construction
The E-Series Ultrasonic meter features lead-free bronze alloy meter housing, ultrasonic transducers, a meter-control circuit
board with associated wiring, LCD and battery. Wetted elements are limited to the pressure vessel and transducers. The
electronic components are housed and fully potted within a molded, engineered polymer enclosure, which is attached to the
meter housing. The transducers extend through the housing and are sealed by O-rings, enabling turbulence-free water flow
through the tube. The open flow tube design prevents obstruction of flow to reduce pressure loss and provide
long-term accuracy.
REQUIREMENTS
MPORTANTI
For proper handling of the higher reading resolution and the extended status indicator capabilities of the E-Series Ultrasonic meter,
the following are recommended to support the full capabilities of the meter.
To support temperature and pressure elds, use the following: To support maximum ow rate measurement, use the following:
• ORION® Cellular LTE-M or LTE-MS, firmware version 1.2.295
or newer
• ORION® Cellular LTE-M or LTE-MS, firmware version 2.0.445
or newer
• ORION Cellular LTE endpoints, firmware version 1.10.1193
or newer
• BEACON® Advanced Metering Analytics (AMA) software suite
• BEACON® Advanced Metering Analytics (AMA) software suite
For assistance, contact Badger Meter Technical Support at 800-616-3837.
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BEACON FIRST TIME SETUP
For meters connected to ORION Cellular LTE-M, LTE-MS or LTE endpoints, perform these steps to make sure the E-Series
Ultrasonic meter sensor information is accessible in BEACON.
1. In BEACON, select the Assets tab. Then select
Utility Settings from the menu on the left.
Figure 1: BEACON Assets
2. On the Utility Settings page, scroll down to the Monitor Page Filters section and nd the Sensors section.
Figure 2: Water Pressure and Temperature sensors selection
3. Select the Water Pressure and/or Water Temperature check boxes to turn on reporting for the temperature and/or
pressure meter sensors.
4. Select Update Utility at the bottom of the page
to save your changes.
Figure 3: Save changes
5. Select the At A Glance tab and click Add/Remove on the right side of the page below the main tabs menu.
6. On the window that opens, select Add for Water Pressure Health and Water Temperature Health. Then select Done.
Water Pressure Health and Water Temperature Health modules now display on the At A Glance page.
Setup is complete.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
The installation of the E-Series Ultrasonic meter must comply with all applicable federal, state and local rules, regulations and
codes. Failure to read and follow these instructions can lead to misapplication or misuse of the meter, resulting in personal
injury and damage to equipment.
PRODUCT UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
To avoid damage in transit, E-Series Ultrasonic meters are shipped to the customer in special shipping containers. Upon
receipt of shipment, be sure to follow these unpacking and inspection procedures:
If damage to a shipping container is evident upon receipt of a meter, request that a representative of the carrier be present
when the meter is unpacked.
• Carefully open the shipping container, following any instructions that may be marked on the container. Remove all
cushioning material surrounding the meter and carefully lift the meter from the container. Keep the container and all
packing material for possible use in reshipment or storage.
• Visually inspect the meter and applicable accessory devices for any signs of damage such as scratches, loose or broken
parts or other physical damage that may have occurred during shipment.
OTE:N If damage is found, request an inspection by the carrier’s agent within 48 hours of delivery. Then file a claim with
the carrier. A claim for equipment damaged in transit is the responsibility of the customer.
MPORTANTI
Do not lift or move a meter by the electronics, lid or cable(s).
SPECIAL FITTINGS AND ACCESSORIES
To accommodate 5/8…1 inch meter installations, special fittings and accessories are available. Metal meter setters,
re-setters, horns and meter yokes are available for holding the service pipe in proper alignment to the meter and laying
length spacing. Metal setters and meter yokes can provide an electrical continuity to protect meters and consumers from
electrical shocks.
REMOVING A METER
WARNING
DEPRESSURIZE THE LINE BEFORE STARTING ANY DISASSEMBLY OPERATION. REMOVING A METER THAT IS UNDER LINE
PRESSURE CAN RESULT IN COMPONENTS BECOMING PROJECTILES, CAPABLE OF CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY.
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METER OPERATING MODES
The E-Series Ultrasonic meter automatically moves through storage and transition mode into active mode based on
water flow:
• Storage Mode
E-Series Ultrasonic meters are delivered in storage mode so that a meter alarm is not triggered. In storage mode, the meter
LCD displays the empty pipe icon on the consumption screen, an empty pipe code on the alarm screen (but no alarm
code is sent to the endpoint) and – – – F (or – – – C) on the temperature screen.
• Transition Mode
When the meter senses water in the pipe, it moves into transition mode. In transition mode, the meter displays water
consumption and sends a reading to the endpoint, if connected. After sensing a full pipe for 24 hours, the meter
transitions to active mode.
OTE:N If a meter senses an empty pipe in transition mode, the meter goes back into storage mode until water triggers
the process to start again.
• Active Mode
Meter is operating normally. If the meter is in active mode and detects an empty pipe, water temperature displays
ErrF (or ErrC).
For more information see "Temperature Screen*" and "Alarm and Operating Mode Screen" on page 11 .
INSTALLATION
Outdoor Installations
When installed outdoors in a meter box, the E-Series Ultrasonic meter should have a 2…3 inch clearance to avoid damage or
strain to the service piping or meter and to accommodate any settling that may occur after installation.
Make sure the service pipe in the meter box is properly bedded so that it is not axially misaligned and that it lays evenly on
the bottom of the pipe trench. Place the backfill material covering the pipe appropriately to maintain pipe alignment in the
event of eventual ground shifts. This will prevent damage to the pipe.
Protect the service lines and the water meter from freezing. The earth covering the service line must be adequate to prevent
frost penetration. Due to the smaller volume of water, service line pipes will freeze sooner than the main distribution line.
Excavate the meter box pit below the frost line. Even though the meter itself may be positioned above the frost line, the
warmer air rising from the earth below the frost line will reduce the possibility of freezing.
Indoor Installations
As a precautionary measure when working with metallic pipes, check indoor settings
for electrical continuity through the service pipe before you remove or service a meter.
American Water Works Association (AWWA) policy specifies that service pipes must not be
used as an electrical ground.
Check your local codes and practices. A permanent ground strap or metal setter must be
used if electrical grounding to water services is required in your community.
To prevent floor damage, close the valve downstream from the meter before installing or removing a meter.
• DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE ANY METER AS A LEVER OR CROWBAR TO STRAIGHTEN A MISALIGNED METER
POSITION. THIS COULD DAMAGE THE METER.
• TO AVOID POTENTIAL PROBLEMS, CORRECT ANY IRREGULARITIES IN PIPE SPACING AND MISALIGNMENT BEFORE
PLACING THE METER INTO ITS POSITION.
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• METERS MUST OPERATE IN A COMPLETELY FILLED LINE AT ALL TIMES. THE DOWNSTREAM PIPING MUST
ALWAYS BE ARRANGED TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT BACK PRESSURE TO MAINTAIN A FULL LINE AT THE METER. BY
ELIMINATING AIR IN THE LINE, AS WELL AS SUDDEN FLOW SURGES, INACCURATE REGISTRATION AND DAMAGE TO
THE METER CAN BE AVOIDED.
Pre-Installation
Take into account the following considerations before you begin an E-Series Ultrasonic meter installation:
• Inspect the piping around the meter for suitable conditions. The service line, valves, connections and meter must be
watertight. Repair the piping system if pipes are corroded or damaged.
• Install the meter in the pipeline in a horizontal or vertical position so that the flow arrow on the meter housing points in
the same direction as water flow. Registration should be upright and protected from damage, freezing and tampering.
• Verify meters are correctly programmed.
• Position the meter so it is accessible for installation, removal and reading.
• The line opening for the meter should match the lay length of the meter, allowing slight additional space for coupling
gaskets. The inlet and outlet sides of the meter should be axially aligned to the pipe.
• The installed meter must not be an obstacle or a hazard to the customer or interfere with public safety.
• To avoid cavitation, always install control valves downstream of the meter. Never install the meter on a pump suction side.
• Consider maximum flow rates when sizing and selecting the appropriate meter for the application.
• Pump discharge should never be installed in proximity of the meter.
• Externally weighted check valves and pressure reducing devices should not be located in proximity of the meter.
Installation Instructions
1. Begin at this step when cutting in for new service. When cutting in is not required, begin at step 2.
• Close the curb (shutoff) valve to relieve water pressure in the line before starting the cutting operation. Provide a
high-quality upstream shutoff valve with a low pressure drop.
• Flush the pipe to clear chips, pipe dope or other plumbing residue.
2. Close the meter inlet-side valve.
3. Open a faucet and wait until water ow stops to depressurize the system. Do not remove the meter until the ow stops.
DEPRESSURIZE THE LINE BEFORE STARTING ANY DISASSEMBLY OPERATION. REMOVING A METER THAT IS UNDER
LINE PRESSURE CAN RESULT IN COMPONENTS BECOMING PROJECTILES, CAPABLE OF CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY.
4. Check valves and make necessary repairs to the curb (shuto) valve or inlet side valve if necessary.
5. Before installing or removing a meter, close the outlet-side valve to relieve pressure. Protect the area around the meter
against potential spills or leaks that could occur.
6. To replace an existing meter continue with step 7. To install a new meter skip to step 9.
7. Loosen the meter coupling nuts or ange bolts, and remove the meter and old gaskets.
8. Clean the coupling nuts or ange bolts, removing any pipe dope or dirt.
9. Check the existing position for proper alignment and spacing. Correct any misalignment or spacing issues.
10. Place the connection gaskets inside the connection coupling nuts.
11. Install the meter in the pipeline in a horizontal or vertical position with the flow arrow on the meter pointing in the
direction of flow. Registration should be upright.
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For 5/8…1 in. Threaded Ends
• Start the coupling nuts at the threaded meter ends. Verify that the nuts are properly aligned to avoid cross-threading
or damage to the meter ends.
• An effective method for starting a coupling nut is:
i. Position the nut squarely against the meter's spud end.
ii. Turn the nut counterclockwise (in reverse) while holding the nut against the meter spud end. When the first
threads on both the nut and the spud end coincide, you will hear a slight click and feel the nut move into the
starting position.
iii. Tighten the nut by hand until it is tight.
iv. With an open-end wrench, apply a partial turn. Do not over tighten. For plastic swivel connections, a one-quarter
turn beyond hand-tight is usually sufficient.
12. After the meter is installed, slowly open the inlet shuto valve until the meter is full of water and ensure there are no
leaks. (The more ow you allow through the meter, appropriate for the meter size, the better.)
Take caution when opening the inlet valve to avoid damage to the pressure sensor due to extreme water
hammer.
13. Slowly open the outlet valve until air is out of the meter and service line.
14. Slowly open a service valve downstream of the meter and verify that no foreign debris in the water obstructs the
operation of the system.
15. Check the read on the meter to make sure it is registering a positive number. If it is not, make sure the meter is installed in
the correct direction.
• The meter is shipped in storage mode so that customers do not experience alarms during shipment or installation.
After properly purged of air, and the meter senses a full pipe, it may take up to 30 seconds to begin measurement.
• The meter itself does not require a quantity of flow to begin measurement. The meter just requires that the pipe is
cleared of air and filled with water. If attempting to purge the meter at low flow rates, it would likely be more difficult
and take longer.
16. When the meter starts recording positive ow, note the reading for your records.
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OPERATIONS
Display
E-Series Ultrasonic meters use a 9-digit Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) that toggles to show consumption, rate of flow,
temperature,* pressure,* alarm and operating mode, and firmware version. Indicator and alarm icons appear in the display as
symbols that illuminate when the condition is active. See "Meter Alarms" on page 14 for alarm duration.
Lines Indicate Black/White Number Wheels
Indicators/Alarms
Unit of
Measure
Flow Rate
Figure 4: E-Series Ultrasonic Meter LCD
*Pressure monitoring is available when meter is equipped with the optional integrated pressure sensor. Pressure alarms, and temperature and pressure data,
are sent as part of the encoder message and surfaced in BEACON AMA when meter is used with ORION Cellular LTE-M, LTE-MS or LTE endpoints.
Activating the Display
The E-Series Ultrasonic meter display illuminates when the register cover is opened. You can change the display screen by
touching the optical communication port in the center of the register face or by closing and opening the meter lid. The
display reverts to sleep mode after a period of inactivity.
See "Display Screens" on page 10 for Information about each screen.
Figure 5: Meter, lid open, showing optical communication port
Flow Direction
The direction of water flow is noted on the face of the electronics housing and cast into the meter housing.
Optical communication port
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Display Screens
Total Consumption Screen Gallons
The total consumption screen shows all nine digits, including
leading zeroes and a decimal point.
The displayed value is the sum of the forward flow minus
the reverse flow. The display also includes indicator lines
above and below the digits to represent the typical utility
meter reading (electronic equivalent of white and black
number wheels on mechanical registers).
Totalized flow displays up to 10 million gallons with a
resolution of 0.01 gallons, 1 million cubic feet with a
resolution of 0.001 cubic feet, or one thousand cubic meters
with a resolution of 0.0001 cubic meters.
Unit of measure and resolution are factory programmed for
the meter. Options are gallons, cubic feet and cubic meters.
Meter reading to the nearest?
100th gallon = 1234567.89
10th gallon = 1234567.8
1 gallons = 1234567
10 gallons = 123456
100 gallons = 12345
Typical Billing Units 1000 gallons = 1234
Cubic Feet
The examples show typical displays for the three different
units of measure.
Meter reading to the nearest?
1000th ft3= 123456.789
100th ft3= 123456.78
10 ft3= 123456.7
1 ft3= 123456
10 ft3= 12345
Typical Billing Units 100 ft31234
Cubic Meters
Meter reading to the nearest?
10000th m3= 12345.6789
1000th m3= 12345.678
100th m3= 12345.67
10th m3= 12345.6
Typical Billing Units 1 m3= 12345
10 m31234
Rate of Flow Screen
Rate of flow is factory programmed in gallons per minute. The LCD shows
both the unit of measure and rate of flow. The rate of flow screen also
serves as the flow indicator. The rate of flow display is shown without
leading zeros. When the rate of flow screen is displayed, it is updated
every two seconds.
Figure 6: Rate of flow screen
Pressure Screen*
Displays current water pressure. The pressure sensor is rated to a
maximum psi of 150. If the maximum operating pressure is exceeded,
P999 PSI (or P 99.9 bAr)displays until pressure is back within the
specified range. If the pressure sensor is damaged, P Err PSI (or
P Err bAr) will display.
OTE:N Meters operating above 175 psi are operating outside
approved specifications.
*When meter is equipped with optional integrated pressure sensor and used in
conjunction with ORION Cellular LTE-M, LTE-MS or LTE endpoints, pressure data and alarms
are sent as part of the encoder message and surfaced in BEACON AMA.
R
Figure 7: Pressure screen
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Temperature Screen*
Displays current water and ambient temperature. If the meter is in active
mode and detects an empty pipe, water temperature displays ErrF
(or ErrC). If the meter is in storage mode and detects an empty pipe,
water temperature displays – – – F (or – – – C). Ambient temperature
is displayed in all modes. Water temperature is not reported in storage
mode. Temperature data begins reporting in transition mode when there
is a full pipe.
*When used in conjunction with ORION Cellular LTE-M, LTE-MS or LTE endpoints,
temperature data is sent as part of the encoder message and surfaced in BEACON AMA.
Water Temp Ambient Temp
Figure 8: Temperature screen
Alarm and Operating Mode Screen
Displays alarm condition and meter operating mode. This screen is only
visible in active mode if an alarm is detected. Screen is always visible in
storage and transition mode.
Display format: ErXXX.YYY.Z
Position 1 Position 2 Position 3
Figure 9: Alarm and operating mode screen in storage mode
XXX Position 1
First set of 3 characters displays an alarm code that has
occurred. See duration of each individual alarm in alarms
chart on page 13.
YYY Position 2 Second set of 3 characters displays an alarm code that is
currently active. The alarm is stored in this position until
reported to the endpoint.
• Up to 15 min with ORION Cellular
Position 1 Position 2 Position 3
Figure 10: Alarm and operating mode screen in transition mode
• Up to 1 hr with ORION SE/ME
• Up to 35 days if not connected to an ORION endpoint
Alarm code reappears if condition is still present
or reoccurs and resends message to endpoint.
Z Position 3 The character in the last position is the code for the meter
operating mode. The meter has three operating modes:
storage (Figure 9), transition (Figure 10) and active mode
(Figure 11).
Storage Transition Active
Also see "Meter Operating Modes" on page 6.
Position 1 Position 2 Position 3
Figure 11: Alarm and operating mode screen in active mode
Firmware Version Screen
Displays current meter firmware version.
Figure 12: Firmware version screen
4-20 mA Set Point Screen
Displays for meters with 4-20 mA output. The default display value
is equal to the safe maximum operating condition flow rate which is
dependent on the size of the meter.
Figure 13: Analog output screen
Scaled Pulse Set Point Screen
Displays for meters with scaled pulse output. The display resolution
presents the pulse weight for a given unit of measure. See the default
pulse weight chart for each unit of measure in Figure 15.
The unscaled pulse output does not have a dedicated display screen.
Default values are shown in the chart in Figure 15.
Figure 14: Scaled pulse screen
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Meter Size
Pulse Weight
Scaled (units/pulse) Unscaled (units/pulse)
gal ft3 m3 gal ft3 m3
5/8 x 3/4 in. 1 0.1 0.01 0.02 0.002 0.00005
Figure 15: Default pulse weights
Meter Size
Measurement Resolution
Scaled (pulse/unit) Unscaled (pulse/unit) Analog Output
gal ft3 m3 gal ft3 m3 20 mA Set point
(gpm)
5/8 x 3/4 in. 1 10 100 50 500 20,000 30
OUTPUTS
Encoder Output
Programmed to the industry standard ASCII encoder protocol, E-Series Ultrasonic meters have the ability to transmit meter
status indicators to ORION Cellular, Fixed Network (SE) and Migratable (ME) endpoints as part of the extended encoder/meter
reading message. The details can also be read through an IR interface.
Endpoint Reading Resolution
The standard electronic encoder output resolution of the E-Series Ultrasonic meter is 9 digits. Though the meter output
is 9-digit resolution, the reading resolution sent to the reading software is dependent on the endpoint that the meter is
connected to. Readings reported from the endpoints are the left-most significant digits of the encoder reading.
Endpoint Technology Reading Resolution Reported to Reading Software
ORION Cellular 9-digit reading, plus the extended message capability
ORION Migratable (ME)/Fixed Network (SE) 8-digit reading, plus the extended message capability
ORION Classic (CE) 7-digit reading
GALAXY 6-digit reading
Wire Connections
The E-Series Ultrasonic meter is available with a connector for easy connection and installation to AMR/AMI endpoints. It is
also available with a flying lead for field splice connection. The in-line connector is recommended for pit applications.
Dual Output
The E-Series Ultrasonic meter is also available with dual outputs. The following dual output options are available:
• Encoder and encoder • Encoder and 4-20 mA
• Encoder and scaled/unscaled • Scaled/unscaled and 4-20 mA
Scaled Output
• Scaled output is a switch closure output defined as: red wire = positive, black wire = negative.
• Scaled output from the register has a default resolution 1/10th of the register test circle (resolution may vary in
some cases).
• The nominal pulse output width is programmable from 30…100 msec.
• This pulse output is compatible with most totalizers and batch controllers.
Unscaled Output
• Unscaled output is a switch closure output defined as: green wire = positive, black wire = negative
• This pulse output is compatible with most totalizers and batch controllers.
Outputs
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Analog Output
• The flow rate measurement is converted to a standard 4-20 mA control signal.
• This signal is proportional to the flow of fluid passing through the flow meter.
• The 4-20 mA output is isolated when paired with scaled/unscaled output.
• Power for the device can be obtained from a 9…50V DC control loop.
Wiring Connections
Encoder and Encoder
RED - Power
GREEN - Data
BLACK - Ground
Encoder cable with in-line connector
Encoder cable with ying lead
Encoder cable with in-line connector
Encoder cable with in-line connector
RED - Power
GREEN - Data
BLACK - Ground
RED - Power
GREEN - Data
BLACK - Ground
Encoder cable with ying lead
Encoder cable with ying lead
Figure 16: Encoder and encoder wiring options
Encoder and Scaled Unscaled
RED - Scaled Pulse
GREEN - Unscaled Pulse
BLACK - Ground
Encoder cable with in-line connector
Scaled/unscaled cable with ying lead
RED - Scaled Pulse
GREEN - Unscaled Pulse
BLACK - Ground
RED - Power
GREEN - Data
BLACK - Ground
Encoder cable with ying lead
Scaled/unscaled cable with ying lead
Figure 17: Encoder and scaled/unscaled output wiring options
Encoder and 4-20
4-20 mA cable with ying lead
RED - Loop/External Power +
BLACK - Loop Return/External Power –
Encoder cable with in-line connector
4-20 mA cable with ying lead
RED - Power
GREEN - Data
BLACK - Ground
Encoder cable with ying lead
RED - Loop/External Power +
BLACK - Loop Return/External Power –
Figure 18: Encoder and 4-20 mA wiring options
Scaled/Unscaled and 4-20 mA
RED - Power
GREEN - Data
BLACK - Ground
Encoder cable with in-line connector
Encoder cable with ying lead
Figure 19: Scaled/unscaled and 4-20 mA wiring option
Outputs
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METER ALARMS
E-Series Ultrasonic meter alarms appear on the display as icons that illuminate when the condition occurs. Alarms are
displayed for the number of days listed in the table below. Alarms also appear as 3-character codes on the alarm and
operating mode screen. See "Alarm and Operating Mode Screen" on page 11 and "Alarm Codes" on page 15.
Alarms are sent as part of the encoder message to AMR/AMI systems that are capable of receiving an extended message, such
as ORION Cellular, Fixed Network (SE) and Migratable (ME) endpoints. The details can also be read through an IR interface.
OTE:N Meters are delivered in storage mode so that an alarm is not triggered. In storage mode, the meter LCD displays an
empty pipe icon, but no error code is sent to the endpoint. For alarms reported within BEACON, refer to BEACON
Help at beaconama.net.
Alarms Icon Alarm Description Number of Days
Icon Displays
High Resolution with ORION
Cellular, Fixed Network (SE) or
Migratable (ME)
Normal Meter
Operation Meter operating correctly n/a n/a
Temperature
Temperature outside limits: above 140° F or below
34° F. Meter continues to operate but is outside
specified range.
Alarm clears after 35 days
unless condition continues
Meter sends consumption and
alarm to the endpoint once per
occurrence
Pressure*
Pressure sensor is damaged, or pressure is outside
specified threshold limits: above 130 psi or below
20 psi. If maximum operating pressure is exceeded, P
999 PSI (or P 99.9 bAr)displays until pressure is back
within the specified range. If the pressure sensor is
damaged, P Err PSI (or P Err bAr) will display.
Alarm clears after 35 days
unless condition continues
Empty Pipe
Empty or partially filled pipe. Last known good read is
displayed.
If the meter is active and detects an empty pipe,
water temperature displays ErrF (or ErrC). If meter is
in storage mode and detects an empty pipe, water
temperature displays – – – F (or – – – C).
Alarm clears when pipe
is filled
Measurement
Error
Interference of ultrasonic signal. Meter is not measuring
properly. Meter continues to operate unless sensors are
damaged.
Alarm clears after 35 days
unless condition continues
Exceeding
Max Flow
Maximum flow rate exceeded. No consumption is
accumulated until flow is back within
specified range.
Alarm clears after 35 days
unless condition continues
Meter sends consumption and
alarm to the endpoint once per
occurrence
Reverse Flow
Meter detects one (1) gal of reverse water flow, triggers
the reverse flow alarm icon on the display and sends
alarm message to the endpoint.
Alarm clears after 35 days
unless condition continues
Meter detects reverse flow and
sends alarm to the endpoint
once per occurrence
No Usage Flow rate less than the low flow operating rate for
30 days.
Alarm clears automatically
once flow occurs
Meter detects no usage and
sends alarm to the endpoint
once per occurrence
Suspected Leak Flow rate more than the low flow operating rate for 24
hours.
Alarm clears automatically
when flow rate drops below
low flow operating rate
Meter detects suspected leak
and sends alarm to the endpoint
once per occurrence
End of Life Battery nearing end of life.
Alarm is activated
after 19 years and does
not clear
Meter sends alarm message
to the endpoint once per
occurrence
Program Alert n/a Meter has been programmed in last 35 days. n/a
Meter sends alarm message
to the endpoint once per
occurrence.
*Pressure alarms are available with meters equipped with the optional integrated pressure sensor, and connected to ORION Cellular LTE-M, LTE-MS or
LTE endpoints.
Meter Alarms
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Alarm Codes
Alarm codes are shown on the alarm and operating mode screen. See "Alarm and Operating Mode Screen" on page 11.
OTE:N For alarms reported within BEACON, refer to BEACON Help at beaconama.net.
001 Empty pipe 010 Reverse flow 083 Empty pipe, Temperature,
Measurement error
002 Temperature 011 Empty pipe, Reverse flow 089 Empty pipe, No usage,
Measurement error
003 Empty pipe, Temperature 012 Temperature, Reverse flow 0C0 Program alert, Measurement error
004 End of life 013 Empty pipe, Temperature,
Reverse flow 100 Pressure
008 No usage 018 No usage, Reverse flow 101 Empty pipe, Pressure
009 Empty pipe, No usage 020 Suspected leak 140 Program alert, Pressure
00A Temperature, No usage 040 Program alert 150 Reverse flow, Program alert,
Pressure
00B Empty pipe, Temperature,
No usage 080 Measurement error 200 Exceeding max flow
00C End of life, No usage 081 Empty pipe, Measurement error 202 Temperature, Exceeding max flow
00D Empty pipe, End of life,
No usage 082 Temperature, Measurement error 204 End of life, Exceeding max flow
300 Pressure, Exceeding max flow
Meter Alarms
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SPECIFICATIONS
E-Series G2 Ultrasonic Meter Size 5/8 x 3/4 in.
Normal Test Flow Limits 0.08…30 gpm (0.02…6.8 m3/hr)
Minimum Test Flow Limits 0.04 gpm (0.01 m3/hr)
Safe Maximum Operating Condition (SMOC) 30 gpm (6.8 m3/hr)
Typical Pressure Loss 2.6 psi @ 15 gpm (0.18 bar @ 3.4 m3/hr)
Operating Performance
In the normal temperature range of 45…122 °F (7…50 °C), new meter consumption
measurement is accurate to:
• 100% ±1.5% over the normal test flow limits
• 100% ±3.0% for the minimum test flow limits
Storage Temperature – 40…140° F (– 40…60° C)
Maximum Ambient Storage
(Storage for One Hour) 150° F (66° C)
Measured Fluid Temperature Range 34…140° F (1…60° C)
Humidity 0…100% condensing; meter is capable of operating in fully submerged environments
Maximum Working Pressure of
Meter Housing 175 psi (12 bar)
Maximum Operating Pressure of
Pressure Sensor 150 psi (10 bar)
Pressure Sensor Accuracy ±2% of full scale pressure, up to 150 psi (10 bar)
Register Type Straight reading, permanently sealed electronic LCD; digits are 0.28 in. (7 mm) high
Register Display
• Total consumption (nine digits)
• Unit of measure (factory programmed for gallons, cubic feet and cubic meters)
• Rate of flow
• Pressure (Optional: for meters ordered with integrated pressure sensor)
• Temperature
• Alarm and operating mode
• Firmware version
• Alarm indicators
Totalization Display Resolution
• Gallons: 0.01
• Cubic feet: 0.001
• Cubic meters: 0.0001
Battery 3.6-volt lithium thionyl chloride; battery is fully encapsulated within the register housing
and is not replaceable; 20-year battery life
E-Series G2® Ultrasonic Meter, Lead-Free Bronze Alloy, 5/8 x 3/4 inch
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