Blue-White industries F-452 Series User manual

Materials of Construction
Meter Body: Polysulfone
Floats:
Adapters: Polysulfone
O-Rings: Viton
Union Nuts: Nylon
Float Stop: Polysulfone
Scale: Permanent Silkscreen
#316 Stainless Steel (optional: Teflon, Hastelloy C-276)
80000-368 Rev. 06/08/2001
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F-452
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Your Blue-White F-452 Series In-Line Flowmeter
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Your Blue-White flowmeter was designed to be easy to install.
Please read the Instruction Guideline on the next page before installing your flowmeter.
This flowmeter is an instrument, and special care should be taken when installing.
Unpacking the Flowmeter
!Check for damage while unpacking the flowmeter.
!Remove the plastic tube that has been inserted during packaging for shipping reasons.
!Be sure the meter is suitable for your application.
!The maximum temperature and pressure is shown on the following page.
®
!Although the meter may be suitable for other chemicals, Blue-White meters are tested
with water and air only. If you are unsure of the meters compatibility with your chemical,
consult the factory.
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!Blue-White guarantees the meter is suitable with air and water only.
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18-7/8 in.
(479.4 mm)
4-1/2 in.
(114.3 mm)

Installation Guideline
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Maximum Temperature vs. Pressure
Pressure Temperatureand
PSIg / BAR
Temperature
130°F / 54.4°C
120°F / 48.9°C
110°F / 43.3°C
100°F / 37.8°C
90°F / 32.2°C
140°F / 60°C
80°F / 26.7°C
70°F / 21.1°C 0 / 0 50 / 3.5 100 / 6.9 150 / 10.3 200 / 13.8 250 / 17.2
Pressure and temperature limits are inversely proportional. At the maximum suggested pressure
(150 PSI / 10.3 Bar) the temperature should approach 70°F / 21.1°C; at the maximum
suggested temperature ( the pressure should approach zero psi. We cannot
guarantee our flowmeters will not be damaged either at or below the suggested limits simply
because of many factors which influence meter integrity; stress resulting from meter
misalignment, damage due to excessive vibration and/or deterioration caused by contact with
certain chemicals as well as direct sunlight. These situations and others tend to reduce the
strength of the materials from which the meters are manufactured.
150°F / 65.6°C)
Flowmeters are tested and calibrated for water or air only.
Although meters may be suitable for other chemicals, Blue-White cannot guarantee their
suitability. It is the responsibility of the user to determine the suitability of the flowmeter
in their application.
Application Note
Please use the following steps to guide you through the
installation.
1. Flowmeter must be installed in an exact vertical plane to
ensure accuracy. Be certain of proper plumbing
alignments. Misalignment may cause the o-ring seals
to leak.
2. Use only Teflon® tape on the threaded adapters.
Polysulfone meter body and fittings cannot tolerate
PVC Glue and/or pipe dope. Even fumes can cause
severe damage. If you are installing your flowmeter to
a glued pipe configuration, install the flowmeter after
all glued fittings are dried and lines are purged of all
fumes. Never hold the meter with pliers or like tools.
DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN!
3. Wall, floor and ceiling mounts are to be carefully aligned
and sturdy. Wall, floor and ceiling supports are
recommended as needed. Never allow the flowmeter
to support the weight of related piping.
4. Valves -Avoid a system that will impose a sudden burst of flow to the meter. Such a
burst will cause the float to impact the float stop with destructive force. Solenoid valves,
or other quick opening valves cannot be used unless meter is protected against sudden
bursts of flow.
5. Maximum working pressure not to exceed recommended psi at fluid temperature (see
Temperature Vs. Pressure chart).
Caution: Follow these tips to avoid failure
Danger: Wear eye protection when installing or removing
flowmeter.
F-452 Meter Installation
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150°F / 65.6°C
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5300 Business Drive - Huntington Beach, CA 92649 USA
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Installation Guideline
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Maximum Temperature vs. Pressure
Pressure Temperatureand
PSIg / BAR
Temperature
130°F / 54.4°C
120°F / 48.9°C
110°F / 43.3°C
100°F / 37.8°C
90°F / 32.2°C
140°F / 60°C
80°F / 26.7°C
70°F / 21.1°C 0 / 0 50 / 3.5 100 / 6.9 150 / 10.3 200 / 13.8 250 / 17.2
Pressure and temperature limits are inversely proportional. At the maximum suggested pressure
(150 PSI / 10.3 Bar) the temperature should approach 70°F / 21.1°C; at the maximum
suggested temperature ( the pressure should approach zero psi. We cannot
guarantee our flowmeters will not be damaged either at or below the suggested limits simply
because of many factors which influence meter integrity; stress resulting from meter
misalignment, damage due to excessive vibration and/or deterioration caused by contact with
certain chemicals as well as direct sunlight. These situations and others tend to reduce the
strength of the materials from which the meters are manufactured.
150°F / 65.6°C)
Flowmeters are tested and calibrated for water or air only.
Although meters may be suitable for other chemicals, Blue-White cannot guarantee their
suitability. It is the responsibility of the user to determine the suitability of the flowmeter
in their application.
Application Note
Please use the following steps to guide you through the
installation.
1. Flowmeter must be installed in an exact vertical plane to
ensure accuracy. Be certain of proper plumbing
alignments. Misalignment may cause the o-ring seals
to leak.
2. Use only Teflon® tape on the threaded adapters.
Polysulfone meter body and fittings cannot tolerate
PVC Glue and/or pipe dope. Even fumes can cause
severe damage. If you are installing your flowmeter to
a glued pipe configuration, install the flowmeter after
all glued fittings are dried and lines are purged of all
fumes. Never hold the meter with pliers or like tools.
DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN!
3. Wall, floor and ceiling mounts are to be carefully aligned
and sturdy. Wall, floor and ceiling supports are
recommended as needed. Never allow the flowmeter
to support the weight of related piping.
4. Valves -Avoid a system that will impose a sudden burst of flow to the meter. Such a
burst will cause the float to impact the float stop with destructive force. Solenoid valves,
or other quick opening valves cannot be used unless meter is protected against sudden
bursts of flow.
5. Maximum working pressure not to exceed recommended psi at fluid temperature (see
Temperature Vs. Pressure chart).
Caution: Follow these tips to avoid failure
Danger: Wear eye protection when installing or removing
flowmeter.
F-452 Meter Installation
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Floor
Ceiling
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150°F / 65.6°C
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5300 Business Drive - Huntington Beach, CA 92649 USA

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F-452 Exploded View and Parts List
Shading indicates item not
sold separately
Maintenance
The “Exploded View” drawing illustrates assembly of the F-452 series meter. If your flowmeter
needs to be cleaned refer to this drawing when reassembling the unit. The tapered tube may be
cleaned with a soft bottle brush. Use a MILD soap and water solution for cleaning purposes.
Note the floats “up” position before disassemble.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
FLOWMETERS are warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for up to 12 months from
the date of factory shipment. Warranty coverage is limited to repair or replacement of the defective flowmeter
only. Blue-White Industries does not assume responsibility for any other damage that may occur.
This warranty does not cover damage to the flowmeter that results from misuse or alterations, nor damage that
occurs as a result of: meter misalignment, improper installation, over tightening, use of non- recommended
chemicals, use of non-reccomended adhesives or pipe dopes, excessive heat or pressure, or allowing the
meter to support the weight of related piping. Flowmeters are tested and calibrated with water and air only.
Although meters may be suitable for other chemicals, Blue-White cannot guarantee their suitability.
Flowmeters are repaired at the factory only. Call or write the factory to receive a ReturnAuthorization Number,
carefully pack the flowmeter to be returned, including a brief description of the problem. Note the RA number on
the outside of the carton.
Prepay all shipping costs. The factory does not accept COD Shipments. Damage that occurs during shipping is
the responsibility of the sender.
F-452 Parts List
Catalog Number Description Amount RequiredItem
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F-452004 Union Nut 2
F-452330 Adapter, 2" female NPT / Polysulfone 2
F-452002 Wireholder, Top / Polysulfone 1
Float
2 - 20 GPM, Teflon
6 - 60 GPM, Stainless Steel
10 - 80 GPM, Stainless Steel
15 - 130 GPM, Stainless Steel
6 - 60 GPM, Hatelloy
5 - 100 GPM, Hastelloy
20 - 175 GPM, Hastelloy
4 - 40 SCFM
1
Meterbody
2 - 20 GPM, Polysulfone
6 - 60 GPM, Polysulfone
10 - 80 GPM, Polysulfone
15 - 130 GPM, Polysulfone
4 - 40 SCFM, Polysulfone
6 - 60 GPM, Polysulfone
5 - 100 GPM, Polysulfone
20 - 175 GPM, Polysulfone
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F-452287 Guide Wire, Stainless Steel 1
4F-452043 O-ring, Viton 2
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44
55
66
88
77
44
22
11
7F-452333 Guide Wire, Hastelloy 1
8F-452332 Float Stop, F-452 1
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