Badger Meter E-Series G2 User manual

E-Series G2® Ultrasonic Meters
Lead-Free Bronze Alloy, 3, 4, 6, 8 inch
ESM-UM-02782-EN-12 (December 2021) User Manual

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CONTENTS
Scope of this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
About the E-Series Ultrasonic Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Beacon First Time Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Meter Operating Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Product Unpacking and Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Rigging, Lifting and Moving Large Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Pre-Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Accuracy Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Activating the Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Display Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Measurement Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Encoder Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Dual Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Meter Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Alarm Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
E-Series® Ultrasonic Meters, Lead-Free Bronze Alloy, 3, 4, 6, 8 inch
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SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL
This manual contains installation, operation and maintenance procedures for the next generation E-Series G2® 3, 4, 6 and 8
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 commercial applications. The ultrasonic measurement system has no moving parts, provides long-term
accuracy and minimizes measurement errors due to sand, suspended particles, air pockets and pressure fluctuations.
The registration electronics and battery are encapsulated to withstand harsh environments and protect the electronics in
flooded or submerged pit applications.
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 when the flow sensors are not
fully submerged.
E-Series Ultrasonic meters meet and exceed AWWA C715 and the most recent revision of AWWA C750 Standards. The lead-free
bronze alloy meters comply with the lead-free provisions of the Safe Drinking Water Act and NSF/ANSI/CAN Standards 61 and
372. E-Series Ultrasonic meters also conform to UL 327B and FM 1044 for fire service applications.
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 provides
long-term accuracy.
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
shows total volume, unit of measure, rate of flow, pressure, temperature, firmware and alarm conditions (reverse-flow,
no usage, empty pipe, exceeding max flow, suspected leak, pressure, temperature, end of life, and measurement error).
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.
• ORION® Cellular LTE endpoints, firmware version 1.10.1193 or later
• BEACON® software suite
For assistance, please contact Badger Meter Technical Support at 800-616-3837 or the appropriate endpoint provider.
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BEACON FIRST TIME SETUP
For meters connected to ORION Cellular LTE-M or LTE endpoints, perform these steps to make sure the meter sensor
information is accessible in BEACON Software as a Service (SaaS).
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 Water Temperature check boxes to turn on reporting for the 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.
Beacon First Time Setup
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METER OPERATING MODES
The 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 an 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, if connected to an endpoint, sends a reading to the endpoint. 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 10.
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, 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.
Rigging, Lifting and Moving Large Units
• DO NOT lift or move a meter by the electronics, lid or cables.
• Use a crane rigged with soft straps to lift and move the meters. Place the straps around the meter body, between the
flanges, on each side of the electronics.
• Use the sling-rigged method to lift large meters into a vertical position while they are still crated. Use this method to
position while they are still crated. Use this method to position large meters vertically into pipelines.
• DO NOT lift a meter with a forklift by positioning the meter body on the forks, with the flanges extending beyond the lift.
This could dent the housing or damage the internal components. NEVER place forklift forks, rigging chains, straps,
slings, hooks or other lifting devices inside or through the meter flow tube to hoist the unit. This could damage the
internal components.
Meter Operating Modes
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INSTALLATION
• 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.
• 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.
• A minimum of 5 pipe diameters of straight, unobstructed pipe is recommended upstream of the meter.
• Do not install check valves or pressure reducing devices within 5 pipe diameters upstream of the meter.
• Only fully open gate or ball valves should be used immediately upstream of the meter. Butterfly valves must be 5 pipe
diameters or more upstream of the meter. Fully open gate, ball or butterfly valves can be used downstream.
OTE:N A partially opened gate or ball valve, or butterfly valve installed immediately upstream of the meter could
adversely affect meter accuracy.
• A service saddle (or reducing tee) should be at least 2 pipe diameters downstream of the meter outlet flange.
• Unweighted check valves should not be located closer than 3 pipe diameters downstream of the meter.
• Pump discharge should be installed at least 5 pipe diameters upstream of the meter.
• Externally weighted check valves and pressure reducing devices should be located no closer than 5 pipe diameters of
the meter.
• The meter is designed so that a strainer is not required. If installing a strainer, it is recommended that it be installed a
minimum of 5 pipe diameters upstream of the meter in order to maximize the accuracy of your measurements.
• During meter replacement, if there is already a strainer installed immediately upstream, to attain the highest accuracy
capabilities, consider moving the strainer downstream of the meter or further upstream.
• If you are using a strainer that is a size smaller than the pipe installation, 5 diameters of pipe is required in order to reduce
the effect of jetting caused by increase in flow velocity. Additional length is required if a sharp contraction or an eccentric
reducer is used, rather than a concentric, tapered reducer.
• To allow for the dampening of velocity profile distortions, elbow (90°) configurations should be installed a minimum of five
pipe diameters upstream the meter and/or downstream the meter. Where spiral flows are created by three-dimensional
elbows or rotary pumps, additional downstream distance to dampen the effect is beneficial.
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Badger Meter Plate Strainer
and Meter
Coupling
Adaptor
Service
Saddle
Shuto
Valve
Test Tee
Minimum of 5 Diameters
of Straight Pipe
Upstream
Valve
(open)
By-pass
(Permanent or
Temporary)
Upstream Downstream
Minimum of 5 Pipe Diameters
Downstream of Meter
Figure 4: Recommended meter installation
Installation Instructions
1. Start at this step when cutting in for new service. When cutting in is not required, start 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 ange bolts and remove the meter and old gaskets.
8. Clean the ange bolts, removing any pipe dope or dirt from the bolts.
9. Check the existing position for proper alignment and spacing. Correct any misalignment or spacing issues.
10. 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. With meter and gaskets in place, tighten the ange connection bolts.
Verify the nuts are properly aligned to avoid damage to the anged ends.
11. 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.
12. Slowly open the outlet valve until air is out of the meter and service line.
13. Open a service valve downstream of the meter and verify that no foreign debris in the water obstructs the operation
of the system.
14. 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 the customer is attempting to purge the meter at low flow rates, it would likely
be more difficult and take longer.
15. When the meter starts recording positive ow, note the reading for your records.
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ACCURACY TEST
The E-Series Ultrasonic meters are accuracy tested at the factory before shipment. However, the meters can be tested for
accuracy in the field using appropriate connections by running output flow through the NPT test port, if so equipped. Refer
to the Portable Large Meter Tester Application Data Sheet (TST-AS-01297-EN), available at badgermeter.com, for accuracy testing
instructions using a test meter.
When sealing the test plug, hand tighten plus 7/8 to 1-1/2 turns. If further sealing is needed, tighten incrementally, but use
caution to avoid over-tightening which may result in damage to the test port.
WARNING
IF THE TEST PORT IS TO BE USED, SHUT OFF FLUID SUPPLY AND RELEASE PRESSURE BEFORE SERVICING OR MAKING
A PLUMBING CONNECTION. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN LEAD TO PLUG BEING EJECTED FROM HOUSING, CAUSING
PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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. When configured for dual outputs, the scaled output
and 4-20 mA screens are also available. 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 5: E-Series Ultrasonic Meter LCD
Activating the Display
The 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 (Figure 6) or by closing and opening the meter lid. The display reverts to
sleep mode after a period of inactivity.
See "Display Screens" on page 9 for Information about each screen.
Figure 6: 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
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).
Unit of measure and resolution are factory programmed for the meter. Options are gallons, cubic feet and cubic meters. For
manual reading purposes, the segmented lines above and below the numeric digits represent the visual billing units. The
number of segmented lines are factory programmed for typical billing units.
Billing unit dashed lines can be reprogrammed over display digits 1…7 using the Badger Meter Product Configuration Utility
software. For example, a register measuring gallons can have billing units down to the nearest 10 gallons.
3, 4 inch meters: Totalized flow displays up to 100 million gallons with a resolution of 0.1 gallons, 10 million cubic feet with a
resolution of 0.01 cubic feet, or one million cubic meters with a resolution of 0.001 cubic meter.
6, 8 inch meters: Totalized flow displays up to 1 billion gallons with a resolution of 1 gallon; 100 million cubic feet with a
resolution of 0.1 cubic feet; or 10 million cubic meters with a resolution of 0.01 cubic meter.
3, 4 inch 6, 8 inch
Gallons
Meter reading to the nearest?
10th gallon = 12345678.9 Meter reading to the nearest?
1 gallon = 12345678 1 gallon = 123456789
10 gallons = 1234567 10 gallons = 12345678
100 gallons = 123456 100 gallons = 1234567
Typical Billing Units 1000 gallons = 12345 Typical Billing Units 1000 gallons = 123456
Cubic Feet
Meter reading to the nearest?
100th ft3= 1234567.89 Meter reading to the nearest?
10th ft3= 1234567.8 10th ft3= 12345678.9
1 ft3= 1234567 1 ft3= 12345678
10 ft3= 123456 10 ft3= 1234567
Typical Billing Units 100 ft3= 12345 Typical Billing Units 100 ft3= 123456
Cubic Meters
Meter reading to the nearest?
1000th m3= 123456.789 Meter reading to the nearest?
100th m3= 123456.78 100th m3= 1234567.89
10th m3= 123456.7 10th m3= 1234567.8
Typical Billing Units 1 m3= 123456 Typical Billing Units 1 m3= 1234567
10 m3= 12345 10 m3= 123456
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Rate of Flow Screen
Rate of flow is factory programmed for the meter 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 7: 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 used in conjunction with ORION Cellular LTE-M or LTE endpoints, pressure data and
alarms are sent as part of the encoder message and surfaced in BEACON SaaS.
R
Figure 8: Pressure screen
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 or LTE endpoints, temperature data is
sent as part of the encoder message and surfaced in BEACON SaaS.
Water Temp Ambient Temp
Figure 9: 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 10: 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 14.
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 11: 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 last position character is the code for the meter
operating mode. The meter has three operating modes:
storage (Figure 10), transition (Figure 11) and active mode
(Figure 12).
Storage Transition Active
Also see "Meter Operating Modes" on page 5.
Position 1 Position 2 Position 3
Figure 12: Alarm and operating mode screen in active mode
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Firmware Version Screen
Displays current meter firmware version.
Figure 13: 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 14: Analog output
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 16.
The unscaled pulse output does not have a dedicated display screen.
Default values are shown in the chart in Figure 16.
Figure 15: Scaled pulse output
Meter
Size
Pulse Weight
Scaled (units/pulse) Unscaled (units/pulse)
gal ft3 m3 gal ft3 m3
3 in. 10 1 0.1 0.250 0.05 0.001
4 in. 10 1 0.1 0.500 0.1 0.002
6 in. 100 10 1 1.000 0.1 0.005
8 in. 100 10 1 2.000 0.2 0.005
Figure 16: Default pulse weights
Measurement Resolution
E-Series
Ultrasonic
Meter Size
Scaled (pulse/unit) Unscaled (pulse/unit) Analog Output
gal ft3 m3 gal ft3 m3 20 mA Set point
(gpm)
3 in. 0.10 1 10.0 4 20 1000 560
4 in. 0.10 1 10.0 2 10 500 1100
6 in. 0.01 0.1 1 1 10 200 2000
8 in. 0.01 0.1 1 0.5 5 200 3500
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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 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 meter is available with an in-line 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.
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.
Outputs
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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 17: 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 18: Encoder and scaled/unscaled output wiring options
Encoder and 4-20 mA
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 19: Encoder and 4-20 mA wiring options
Scaled/Unscaled and 4-20 mA
4-20 mA cable with ying lead
RED - Scaled Pulse
GREEN - Unscaled Pulse
BLACK - Ground
Scaled/unscaled cable with ying lead
RED - Loop/External Power +
BLACK - Loop Return/External Power –
Figure 20: 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 10 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, 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.
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 10 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 9.5 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.
*When used in conjunction with ORION Cellular LTE-M or LTE endpoints, pressure data and alarms are sent as part of the encoder message and surfaced in
BEACON SaaS.
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 10.
Contact Badger Meter Technical Support for any codes not listed here.
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
3 in. 4 in. 6 in. 8 in.
3 × 12 in.
(76 × 305 mm)
3 × 17 in.
(76 × 432 mm)
4 × 14 in.
(102 × 356 mm)
4 × 20 in.
(102 × 508 mm)
6 × 18 in.
(152 × 457 mm)
6 × 24 in.
(152 × 610 mm)
8 × 20 in.
(203 × 508 mm)
Normal Test Flow Limits 0.75…560 gpm 1.5…1100 gpm 2.2…2000 gpm 4…3500 gpm
Minimum Test Flow Limits 0.37 gpm 0.75 gpm 1.1 gpm 2.0 gpm
Safe Maximum Operating
Condition (SMOC) 560 gpm 1100 gpm 2000 gpm 3500 gpm
Typical Pressure Loss 2.6 psi @ 350 gpm 2.1 psi @ 630 gpm 1.5 psi @ 1400
gpm
1.8 psi @ 1400
gpm
2.4 psi @ 2800
gpm
Totalization Display
Resolution
3 in. and 4 in. meters
• Gallons: 0.1
• Cubic feet: 0.01
• Cubic meters: 0.001
6 in. and 8 in. meters
• Gallons: 1.0
• Cubic feet: 0.1
• Cubic meters: 0.01
Operating Performance
In 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
• Consumption (up to nine digits)
• Rate of flow
• Alarms
• Pressure
• Temperature
• Firmware version
• Unit of measure factory programmed for gallons,
cubic feet and cubic meters
Scaled/Unscaled Output* Solid-state relay with 4-20mA output; open drain MOSFET with encoder output
Max. Voltage 30V DC
Current 100 mA
Pulse Width 50 ms (programmable 30…100 ms)
Analog 4-20 mA Output* Two-wire/passive
Input Voltage Range 9…50V DC supply
Current 4…20 mA
Max. Load Resistance
(Ohms) 50 Ohms + 50 Ohms (supply voltage - 9V)
Battery 3.6-volt lithium thionyl chloride; battery is fully encapsulated within the register housing and is not replaceable; 10-
year battery life
*Applicable to meters with dual output options
E-Series G2® Ultrasonic Meters, Lead-Free Bronze Alloy, 3, 4, 6, 8 inch
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