Brodie BiRotor B064A User manual

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Installation & Operation Manual
BiRotor
3” to 6” Positive Displacement Meter
B063A through B095A [High Pressure]
B171A through B195A [APL]
Version PSI Lb ANSI 3” 4” 6”
High Pressure 285
300
74 0
1480
284
300
74 0
1480
150
300
300
600
150
300
300
600
B061A
B063A
B064A
B065A
B071A
B073A
B074A
B075A
B081A
B083A
B084A
B085A
B091A
B093A
B094A
B095A
APL 150
285
300
74 0
1480
150
150
300
300
600
B171A
B173A
B174A
B157A
B181A
B183A
B184A
B185A
B190A
B191A
B193A
B194A
B195A

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Table of Contents
1 Read Me First 3
2 Essential Instructions 4
3 Receipt of Shipment 8
4 Return of Shipment 8
5 Storage 8
6 General 9
7 Meter Description 9
9 Receipt of Shipment 16
10 Storage, Installation And 17
Operation 17
11 Maintenance 19
12 Troubleshooting 31
13 Warranty Claim Procedures 36

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1 Read Me First
Notice
Brodie International, a Brodie Meter Co., LLC Compa-
ny (“Brodie”) shall not be liable for technical or edito-
rial errors in this manual or omissions from this man-
ual. Brodie makes no warranties, express or implied,
including the implied warranties of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose with respect to
this manual and, in no event, shall Brodie be liable for
any special or consequential damages including, but
not limited to, loss of production, loss of profits, etc.
Product names used herein are for manufacturer or
supplier identification only and may be trademarks/
registered trademarks of these companies.
The contents of this publication are presented for in-
formational purposes only, and while every effort has
been made to ensure their accuracy, they are not to
be construed as warranties or guarantees, expressed
or implied, regarding the products or services de-
scribed herein or their use or applicability. We reserve
the right to modify or improve the designs or specifi-
cations of such products at any time.
Brodie does not assume responsibility for the selec-
tion, use or maintenance of any product. Responsibil-
ity for proper selection, use and maintenance of any
Brodie product remains solely with the purchaser and
end-user.
Brodie International
Statesboro, Georgia, USA
All rights reserved. No part of this work may be repro-
duced or copied in any form or by any means - graph-
ic, electronic or mechanical - without first receiving
the written permission of Brodie International.,
Statesboro, Georgia, USA.

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2 Essential Instructions
General
Brodie Meter Co., LLC designs, manufactures and
tests its products to meet many international stan-
dards. As the instruments are sophisticated technical
products they must be installed, used and maintained
properly to ensure they continue to operate within
their normal specifications. The following instructions
must be adhered to and incorporated into onsite safe-
ty programs where possible.
Read all instructions prior to installing, operating or
servicing the product. If the instruction manual is not
the correct one telephone
[phone]. Retain the instruction manual for
future reference.
If you do not understand any of the instructions, con-
tact your local Brodie representative for clarification.
Follow all warnings, cautions and instructions marked
on or supplied with the product. It is the end users
responsibility to operate the instrument with in the
specifications as defined with in the instruction manu-
al or marked on the instruments name plates.
Install the equipment as specified in the installation
instructions of the appropriate manual and in accor-
dance to local and national codes.
To ensure proper performance, use qualified per-
sonnel to install, operate, program and maintain the
product.
Some types of equipment contain Carbon Steel, Cast
Iron and/or Aluminium wetted parts, these instru-
ments are not for use on water service.
It is the end users responsibility to assess the surface
temperature of the device when it is in service, and
if required take the necessary precautions to avoid
personnel injury or damage to other equipment.
When replacement parts are required, ensure that
qualified people use replacement parts specified by
the manufacturer. Unauthorised parts and proce-
dures can affect the products performance and place
the safe operation of the process at risk. Look alike
substitution may result in explosion, fire, electrical
hazards, improper operation or personnel injury.
Use of this equipment for any other purpose than it
is intended for may result in property damage and/or
serious personal injury or death.

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Although measurement transducers are not specifi-
cally included in the MID regulations as they do not
form a complete measuring (system) instrument ref
Article 1 and 4, Annex I and Annex MI-005.
Brodie Meter Co., LLC implements the same stringent
regulations for all products and tests to the same
standards which are used for complete (systems)
instruments.
The complete system must contain all the necessary
components to meet the requirements of the local
regulations. These components may include, pumps,
air eliminators, strainers, valves, flow computers, etc.
The unit must be sealed in accordance with the local
regulations; it is the end users responsibility to ensure
this happens.
Flow measuring devices are provided with two labels
which specify flow ranges. The name plate label which
includes the factory serial number; details the op-
erating flow range, this is the flow range the device
will operate within without causing damage, and the
custody transfer label; this label details the working
flow range associated with a particular weights and
measures approval.
It should be noted that these may not be the same;
therefore in trade applications the flow ranges speci-
fied on the custody transfer label should be followed.
Essential Instructions for Measuring Equipment Including the Euro-
pean Union (Directive 2004/22/EC MID)
Essential Instructions for Electrical Equipment Including the Euro-
pean Union (Directive 2004/108/EC and 2004/22/EC)
This unit contains Electrostatic sensitive circuit
boards. Electrostatic safety precautions should be
taken to prevent damage.
When connecting wiring it is good practice to use
shielded cable. The shield should be connected to
earth at the read out or control systems end of the
cable; the other end of the shield should not be con-
nected.
This wiring practice is mandatory in order to comply
with the requirements for electromagnetic compati-
bility as per the EMC directive 2004/108/EC and MID
2004/22/EC of the council of the European Union.
It is the end users responsibility to ensure that all pro-
tective covers are in place to prevent electrical shock
and/or personnel injury.

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Essential Instructions for Pressure Containing Equipment, Including
the European Union (Directive 97/23/EC)
When installing the equipment the bolting must con-
form to the requirements of ASME B16.5 paragraph
5.3 and to the material requirements of ASME B16.5
Table 1B. Gaskets must conform to the requirements
of ASME B16.20.
Although it is not expected for the device to be used
in a service where it would come in to contact with
unstable fluids, it is the end users responsibility to
assess any risks and take any precautions necessary.
It is the end users responsibility to ensure that pip-
ing and other attachments connected to the Brodie
instrument do not place adverse stresses upon it, the
design of the instrument has not been assessed for
the effects of traffic, wind or earthquake loadings.
It is the end users responsibility to ensure that the
instrument is mounted when required on suitable
supporting foundations.
It is the end users responsibility to install the device
in a well designed system to avoid potential hazards
such as water hammer, vacuum collapse or uncon-
trolled chemical reactions.
It is the end users responsibility to provide fire protec-
tion measures and equipment in accordance with the
local regulations.
It is the end users responsibility to install suitable
straining and air/gas elimination systems.
The instrument has been designed without allowance
for corrosion or other chemical attack. The end user
should implement a periodic inspection and main-
tenance program to ensure that none of the instru-
ments pressure containing components has been
subject to any corrosion. It is possible to examine the
instrument for evidence of corrosion through the inlet
and the outlet.
When the ambient temperature is below the minimum
operating temperature specified on the device, it is
the end users responsibility to ensure that the devise
is warmed to an appropriated temperature before
being pressurized.
Do not exceed the operating pressure and tempera-
ture limits of the instrument as stamped on the name-
plates.
It is the customer’s responsibility to install this equip-
ment in a system that provides adequate over pres-
sure protection, and that limit pressure surges to 10%
of the maximum allowable working pressure of the
instrument.
It is the end users responsibility to provide fire protec-
tion measures and equipment in accordance with the
local regulations.

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Essential Instructions for Equipments To Be Used In Hazardous Lo-
cations, Including the European Union (Directive 94/9/EC)
Any Hazardous area approval applies to equipment
without cable glands. When mounting the flameproof
enclosure in a hazardous area only cable glands / con-
duit seals certified to meet or exceed the rating of the
equipment should be used, refer to the type approval
documentation for further details. It is the end users
responsibility to ensure this happens.
Cable glands and cable must be suitable for the oper-
ating temperature of the device under its rated condi-
tions, this is especially important is the device has an
operating temperature above 1580F (700C).
The meter has been provided with an approved
sealing device in one of the cable entries, the other
entry has been closed with a plastic cap plug. It is the
end users responsibility to remove the cap plug and
replace it with a suitable cable gland or conduit seal
before the equipment is put into service.
It is the end users responsibility to ensure when the
instrument is located in a hazardous area that all
Cable glands and conduit seals must be installed in
accordance with the local codes and regulations.
It is the end users responsibility to ensure that before
opening an electronic enclosure in a flammable atmo-
sphere; all the electrical circuits must be interrupted.
If replacement of the screws which secure the sensor
housing, the UMB cover of the electronic register and
its cover are required, they must be replaced with
either factory direct parts or M6-1 x 16 (6g) mm hex
socket head screws of equal length. The screws must
be made from stainless steel grade A1-70 or A2-70
and be torqued to a value of 55 in lbs upon installa-
tion, its is the end users responsibility to ensure this
happens.
It is the end users responsibility to assess the max-
imum surface temperature of the device and the
equipment the device is attached to and located next
to as this may exceed the temperature ratings of the
device itself. If this happens, additional safety precau-
tions will need to be implemented by the end user.
Flame proof housings contain Aluminium; although
the composition of these enclosures is carefully main-
tained to prevent any risk of an ignition source it is
the end users responsibility to ensure that the hous-
ing is not struck by rusty tools or objects.
If the equipment is to be installed in an area where
dust deposits and build up are to be expected, a main-
tenance plan should be arranged to include regular
removal of the dust build up. This will prevent the
dusts forming a possible source of ignition.
The power supply requirements for this product are
specified with in the operating and maintenance man-
ual, it is the end users responsibility to operate the
product with in these specified limits.
The instrument contains surfaces that constitute
flames paths, these surfaces should not contain any
mars or scratches, if any are present the factory or
the local representative should be contacted imme-
diately to obtain a new housing as the safety of the
enclosure may be impaired. It is the end users re-
sponsibility to inspect these surfaces every time the
enclosure is opened.
When flanged flame paths are re assembled the gap
between them should be less than 0.0015” (0.038
mm) such that a ½” (12.5mm) wide feeler 0.0015”
(0.038mm) gauge will not enter the gap more than
1/8” (3mm). It is the end users responsibility to ensure
this happens each time the enclosure is reassembled.

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3 Receipt of Shipment
When the instrument is received, inspect the outside
of the packing case for any damage that may have
occurred during shipment.
Any damage incurred during shipment is the carrier’s
responsibility and is not part of the factory warranty.
If the packing case is damaged notify the carrier im-
mediately and follow their claim procedures.
If the packaging is undamaged locate the envelope
containing the packing list, this will generally be
on the outside of the box. Carefully remove all the
contents from the packaging checking for any dam-
age. Make certain spare or replacement parts are not
discarded with the packing material.
Check the items against the packing list for correct
parts and quantities. If any items are incorrect or
damage please contact your sales representative im-
mediately, quoting the sales order reference number.
4 Return of Shipment
To be able to process returned goods quickly and
efficiently, it is IMPORTANT that you provide essen-
tial information. Do not return any assembly or part
without an “R.M.A.” (Return Material Authorization).
A letter describing the problem; corrective action (if
any); and the work to be performed at the factory
should be included with the shipment. “R.M.A.” forms
can be obtained from the local Sales Agent or Brodie
International.
If an instrument has been exposed to process fluid,
in addition to the RMA, a decontamination statement
will be required.
A decontamination form is included in the back of this
manual.
Note: When an instrument is removed from service it
must be thoroughly drained and hazardous substanc-
es neutralized. Any material removed from the meter
must be disposed of in accordance with local regula-
tions.
5 Storage
Placing the instrument upright on the inlet flange
will aid drainage.
Process connections must be sealed to prevent leak-
age of residual product during shipment. Contact the
local carrier for information on requirements.
Any item must be securely packed and larger instru-
ments mounted on wooden pallets or skids for ship-
ment. The exterior of pallet mounted items should
be protected by a suitable means such as a wooden
crate.
Place a copy of the RMA inside the shipping con-
tainer and attach it physically to the material being
returned. A copy of your packing list should be placed
inside an envelope and attached to the outside of the
shipping container or placed inside the container.
Failure to follow the above procedures could possibly
result in a considerable delay due to improperly or
totally unidentified items.
Brodie International instruments are precision devices
and should be handled and stored with care. The inlet
and outlet covers should remain on the instrument
until the unit is ready for installation.
If extended storage is required it is recommend that
the instrument be placed in an environmentally con
trolled warehouse, if it is not possible, the instrument
should be stored in a water proof lined wooden box,
desiccant packs should be taped to the inside of the
instrument end connections before they are sealed to
reduce the effect of humidity, depending on the stor-
age time it may also be preferable to use a compatible
corrosion inhibitor.
Care should be taken to remove any storage protec-
tion items before installing the instrument.
If an instrument is removed from service for an
extended period of time it should be flushed with an
appropriate corrosion inhibitor before being place in
long term storage as mentioned above.

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6 General
The Brodie BiRotor Meter, hereafter called meter, is
a precision made, accurate instrument that uses the
positive displacement metering principle to measure
flow and is designed to meter all petroleum products,
crude and refined, as well as industrial liquids.
7 Meter Description
Models B061A through B061A
The meter generally consists of a measuring unit
installed in an outer housing or case and adjuster
for calibrating the meter and the necessary count-
er equipment for registering the amount of liquid
throughput.
The principle of operation of the meter is embodied in
the function of the two rotors which are the only mov-
ing parts within the measuring unit. They are always
dynamically balanced but hydraulically unbalanced.
The rotors are not in metal-to-metal contact with one
another or with the housing in which they rotate.
They are maintained in proper timed relationship
with one another by helical gears. They divide the
volume being measured into segments, separate each
segment from the flowing stream momentarily, then
return them to the stream. The segments of flow are
counted and the results are transferred to a totalizing
register or other flow recording device by means of a
gear train.
The BiRotor Meter is unique in that it does not use
any sliding vanes or reciprocating parts nor are there
any shock loads on the mechanism during operation
resulting from the shifting of offbalance masses.
An accuracy adjuster, located on the output of the
counter drive gearing permits the operator, at the
time of installation, to adjust the output of the mea-
suring unit to read in an exact number of units of
volume. Thus, the accuracy adjuster acts as a variable
gear changer (similar to the speeding up or slowing
down of the timing of a watch) and allows an adjust-
ment of ±3% of meter throughput. The meter may be
supplied with any of several accessory items such as
high frequency pulse generator, impulse contactor,
automatic temperature compensator (ATC), etc. The
units provide various functions for local and/ or re-
mote control and local and/or remote readout.
Models B171A through B195A
The Brodie Automatic Pressure Lubricated (APL) Bi-
Rotor Meter, Models B171A through B195A, is designed
to meter liquids with low lubricity such as butane,
propane, ethane, natural gasoline or liquids with en-
trained solids such as crude oil.
Long life and low maintenance are assured with the
automatic pressure lubricating system, hereafter
called APL, which provides constant clean lubricant
to the ball bearings, timing gears and register drive
gears of the measuring unit. Bearing and gears are
isolated from the flowing stream by mechanical seals.
The meter generally consists of four basic compo-
nents: a measuring unit installed in an outer housing
case, the APL unit to provide bearing and gear lu-
brication; an adjustor for calibrating the meter and
the necessary counter equipment for registering the
amount of liquid throughput. The principle of opera-
tion of the meter is embodied in the function of the
two rotors which are the only moving parts within the
measuring unit. They are always dynamically balanced
but hydraulically unbalanced. The rotors are not in
metal-to-metal contact with one another or with the
housing in which they rotate. They are maintained in

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proper timed relationship with one another by helical
gears. They divide the volume being measured into
segments, separate each segment from the flowing
stream momentarily, then return them to the stream.
The segments of flow are counted and the results
are transferred to a totalizing register or other flow
recording device by means of a gear train.
The BiRotor Meter is unique in that it does not use
any sliding vanes or reciprocating parts nor are there
any shock loads on the mechanism during operation
resulting from the shifting of offbalance masses.
An accuracy adjustor, located on the output of the
counter drive gearing permits the operator, at the
time of installation, to adjust the output of the mea-
suring unit to read in an exact number of units of
volume. Thus, the accuracy adjustor acts as a variable
gear changer (simi-lar to the speeding up or slowing
down of the timing of a watch) and allows an adjust-
ment of +-3% of meter throughput. The meter may
be supplied with any of several accessory items such
as high frequency pulse generator, impulse contac-
tor, automatic temperature compensator (ATC), etc.
The units provide various functions for local and/or
remote control and local and/or remote readout.
Figure 7.1 Lubricating System Schematic
Warning
Before placing the meter into service, refer to the
appropriate instruction manual for these accesso-
ry units if the meter is so equipped.
The meter has an integral positive lubrication sys-
tem (APL) to supply constant clean lubricant to the
meter’s bearings, timing gears, counter drive gears
and o-rings. The two rotors are the only moving parts
subject to the flowing stream. The APL system, as
illustrated in Figure 1-1, is composed of a hydraulic
cylinder, relief valve, needlevalve, filling fittings and
mechanical isolating seals.
Hydraulic Cylinder
The hydraulic cylinder incorporated in the APL unit
acts as a lubricant reservoir and a segregating ele-
ment between the product being metered and the
lubricant. It contains a piston and a rod that extends
through the cylinder top for visual indication of the
lubricant level. Upstream pipeline pressure (meter
inlet) is applied to the side of the piston opposite the
lubricant supply, thus pressurizing the lubricant to
a value equal to or slightly greater than the internal
meter pressure.
Relief Valve
The relief valve incorporated in the APL unit serves
to protect the meter from excessive pressure when
charg-ing the APL system with lubricating oil. Should
the lubricant pressure exceed pipeline pressure by 30
psi (206 kPa), this valve will open, releasing a small
amount of lubricant to
atmosphere.
Crane Seals
Mechanical seals located on the rotor shaft between
the rotor and rotor bearings segregate the lubricant
from the product being metered. The seals are char-
acterized by their ability to remain effective seals
with little or not differential pressure and by their low
torque requirement. The low torque characteristic is
an important factor in providing accurate metering.

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Needle Valve and Lubricant Fitting
The needle valve is utilized only when necessary
to refill the APL with lubricant. A hand pump may
be attached to the lubricantfitting, located between
the needle valve and relief valve, for recharging
the system with lubricant oil. This may be
accomplished while the system is under pressure.
Meter Model Number
The model number, serial number, flow range and
operating pressure appear on the nameplate
attached to the meter body.
Capacities
Model US GPM IMP GPM Bbls/Hr Cubic Mtr/Hr
B061A
B063A
B064A
B065A
25 to
250
21 to
208
36 to
357
5.7 to
57.8
B071A
B073A
B074A
B075A
42 to
425
35 to
354
61 to
607
9.7 to
96.5
B081A
B083A
B084A
B085A
60 to
600
50 to
500
86 to
857
13.6 to
136.3
B091A
B093A
B094A
B095A
100 to
1,000
83 to
833
143 to
1,493
22.7 to
227
B171A
B173A
B174A
B175A
43 to
425
35 to
350
60 to
607
9.6 to
96.5
B181A
B183A
B184A
B185A
70 to
700
58 to
580
100 to
1000
15.9 to
159
B190A
B191A
B193A
B194A
B195A
120 to
1200
100 to
1000
171 to
1714
27 to
273
Shipping Weight
Model Shipping weight
B061A 285 lbs. @ 7.3 Cu. Feet (129 kgs. @ .21 Cu. Meters)
B063A 285 lbs. @ 7.3 Cu. Feet (129 kgs. @ .21 Cu. Meters)
B064A 285 lbs. @ 7.3 Cu. Feet (129 kgs. @ .21 Cu. Meters)
B065A 452 lbs. @ 7.6 Cu. Feet (205 kgs. @ .22 Cu. Meters)
B071A 215 lbs. @ 5.1 Cu. Feet (97 kgs. @ .145 Cu. Meters)
B073A 215 lbs. @ 5.1 Cu. Feet (97 kgs. @ .145 Cu. Meters)
B074A 325 lbs. @ 7.3 Cu. Feet (147 kgs. @ .21 Cu. Meters)
B075A 455 lbs. @ 7.6 Cu. Feet (206 kgs. @ .22 Cu. Meters)
B081A 450 lbs. @ 9.78 Cu. Feet (204 kgs. @ .28 Cu. Meters)
B083A 450 lbs. @ 9.78 Cu. Feet (204 kgs. @ .28 Cu. Meters)
B084A 739 lbs. @ 14.05 Cu. Feet (335 kgs. @ .4 Cu. Meters)
B085A 960 lbs. @ 15 Cu. Feet (435 kgs. @ .42 Cu. Meters)
B091A 758 lbs. @ 21.4 Cu. Feet (344 kgs. @ .68 Cu. Meters)
B093A 758 lbs. @ 21.4 Cu. Feet (344 kgs. @ .68 Cu. Meters)
B094A 1,393 lbs. @ 27.7 Cu. Feet (632 kgs. @ .78 Cu. Meters)
B095A 1,495 lbs. @ 30 Cu. Feet (678 kgs. @ .85 Cu. Meters)
B171A 305 lbs. @ 11 Cu. Feet (138 kgs. @ .31 Cu. Meters)
B173A 305 lbs. @ 11 Cu. Feet (138 kgs. @ .31 Cu. Meters)
B174A 455 lbs. @ 12 Cu. Feet (206 kgs. @ .34 Cu. Meters)
B175A 565 lbs. @ 13 Cu. Feet (256 kgs. @ .37 Cu. Meters)
B181A 535 lbs. @ 20 Cu. Feet (243 kgs. @ .57 Cu. Meters)
B183A 535 lbs. @ 20 Cu. Feet (243 kgs. @ .57 Cu. Meters)
B184A 825 lbs. @ 22 Cu. Feet (374 kgs. @ .62 Cu. Meters)
B185A 915 lbs. @ 22 Cu. Feet (415 kgs. @ .62 Cu. Meters)
B190A 725 lbs. @ 24 Cu. Feet (329 kgs. @ .68 Cu. Meters)
B191A 835 lbs. @ 29 Cu. Feet (379 kgs. @ .82 Cu. Meters)
B193A 835 lbs. @ 29 Cu. Feet (379 kgs. @ .82 Cu. Meters)
B194A 1415 lbs. @ 34 Cu. Feet (642 kgs. @ .96 Cu. Meters)
B195A 1510 lbs. @ 39 Cu. Feet (685 kgs. @ 1.10 Cu. Meters)

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Model Connections Max Working Pressure
@ 100F (38C)
Max Working Pressure
@ 150F (65C)
PSI kPa PSI kPa
B061A 3" 150 LB. ANSI 285 1965 272 1875
B063A 3" 300 LB. ANSI 300 2068 300 2068
B064A 3" 300 LB. ANSI 740 5102 707 4874
B065A 3" 600 LB. ANSI 1480 10204 1415 9756
B071A, B171A 3" 150 LB. ANSI 285 1965 272 1875
B073A, B173A 3" 300 LB. ANSI 300 2068 300 2068
B074A, B174 3" 300 LB. ANSI 740 5102 707 4874
B075A, B175A 3" 600 LB. ANSI 1480 10204 1415 9756
B081A, B181A 4" 150 LB. ANSI 285 1965 272 1875
B083A, B183A 4" 300 LB. ANSI 300 2068 300 2068
B084A, B184A 4" 300 LB. ANSI 740 5102 707 4874
B085A, B185A 4" 600 LB. ANSI 1480 10204 1415 9756
B190A 6” 150 LB. ANSI 150 1064
B091A, B191A 6" 150 LB. ANSI 285 1965 272 1875
B093A, B193A 6" 300 LB. ANSI 300 2068 300 2068
B094A, B194A 6" 300 LB. ANSI 740 5102 707 4874
B095A, B195A 6” 600 LB. ANSI 1480 10204 1405 9756
B095A, B235 16" 600 LB. ANSI 900 6205 900 6205
Flange Connections
Certified Dimensions
[See table next page]

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Certified
Dimensions
Model Flange mm Dimen-
sions
Size Inches A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P R S T U
B061 3"150lb. mm 57 114 252 491 - - 19 195 - 148 295 225 454 16 ------
Inches 2 1/4 4 1/2 9 7/16 18 13/16 - - 3/4 7 11/16 - 5 13/16 11 5/8 8 7/8 17 7/8 5/8 - 3/4 ----
B063 3"300lb. mm 57 114 229 473 - - 175 195 - 148 295 238 470 16 ------
Inches 2 1/4 4 1/2 9 3/8 19 - - 6 7/8 7 11/16 - 5 13/16 11 5/8 9 3/8 18 1/2 5/8 - 3/4 ----
B064 3"300lb. mm 57 114 229 473 - - 175 236 - 160 321 295 571 16 ------
Inches 2 1/2 5 1/8 10 3/8 20 1/4 - - 6 7/8 9 5/16 - 6 5/16 12 5/8 11 5/8 22 1/2 5/8 - 3/4 ----
B065 3"600lb. mm 57 114 229 473 - - 175 249 - 160 321 298 597 16 ------
Inches 2 1/2 5 1/8 22 1/2 22 - - 6 7/8 9 13/16 - 6 5/16 12 5/8 11 3/4 23 1/2 5/8 - 3/4 ----
B071 3"150lb. mm 57 114 237 481 - 419 175 195 - 148 295 225 454 16 - - 715 - - -
ANSI Inches 2 1/4 4 1/2 9 1/4 19 1/8 - 14 1/2 6 7/8 7 11/16 - 5 13/16 11 5/8 8 7/8 17 7/8 5/8 - 3/4 24 3/8 - - -
B073 3"300lb. mm 57 114 178 329 - 387 10 195 - 148 295 225 425 16 - - 596 - - -
ANSI Inches 2 1/4 4 1/2 9 7/16 19 1/16 - 14 1/2 4 7/8 7 11/16 - 5 13/16 11 5/8 9 3/8 18 1/2 5/8 - 3/4 24 7/16 - - -
B074 3"300lb. mm 63 126 263 511 - 457 175 236 - 160 321 295 571 16 - - 758 - - -
ANSI Inches 2 1/2 5 1/8 10 3/8 20 1/4 - 16 4 5/16 9 5/16 - 6 5/16 12 5/8 11 5/8 22 1/2 5/8 - 3/4 37
15/16
---
B075 3"600lb. mm Consult Factory
ANSI Inches
B081 4"150lb. mm 95 190 295 676 - 533 215 251 - 148 295 292 584 16 - - 838 - - -
Inches 3 3/4 7 1/2 11 5/8 23 3/8 - 22 1/2 6 11/16 9 7/8 - 5 13/16 11 5/8 11 1/2 23 5/8 - 3/4 28 1/2 - - -
B083 4"300lb. mm 95 191 248 589 - 571 225 251 - 148 295 300 600 16 - - 838 - - -
Inches 3 3/4 7 1/2 11 3/16 23 - 22 1/2 6 11/16 9 7/8 - 5 13/16 11 5/8 11 1/2 23 5/8 5/8 - 3/4 23
23/32
---
B084 4"300lb. mm 102 203 368 668 - 610 216 300 - 190 381 368 737 16 - - 887 - - -
Inches 4 8 14 9/16 27 1/4 - 24 6 3/4 11 3/4 - 7 1/2 15 14 1/2 29 5/8 - 3/4 31 1/16 - - -

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Model Flange mm Dimen-
sions
Size Inches A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P R S T U
B085 4"1600lb. mm 102 203 408 711 - 622 216 300 - 190 381 381 762 22 - - 887 - - -
Inches 4 8 15 1/16 28 - 25 6 11/16 11 13/16 - 7 1/2 15 15 30 7/8 - 3/4 30
13/16
---
B090 6"150lb. mm 781 352 216 432 387 762 22 268 - 673 - 102 203 414 - - - 1060 764 -
Inches 36 13 7/8 8 1/2 17 15 1/4 30 4/8 8 5/8 - 27 1/2 - 4 8 17 - 3/4 - 36 32 1/8 -
B091 6"150lb. mm 781 352 216 432 387 762 22 268 - 673 - 102 203 414 - - - 1060 764 -
Inches 36 1/2 13 7/8 8 1/2 17 15 1/4 30 7/8 8 5/8 - 27 1/2 - 4 8 17 - 3/4 - 36 1/2 32 3/8 -
B093 6"300lb. mm 794 352 216 432 387 784 22 268 - 698 - 102 203 422 - - - 1063 768
Inches 31 1/4 13 7/8 8 1/2 17 15 1/4 30 7/8 7/8 10 9/16 - 27 1/2 - 4 8 16 5/8 - 1 1/2 - 41 7/8 30 1/4 -
B094 6"300lb. mm 822 381 195 381 368 879 22 268 - 762 - 102 203 470 - - - 1091 886 -
ANSI Inches 32 3/8 15 17 11/16 15 14 1/2 34 5/8 7/8 10 9/16 - 30 - 4 8 18 1/2 - 3/8 - 43 34
15/16
-
B095 6"600lb. mm 822 381 195 381 381 914 22 268 - 787 - 102 203 514 - - - 1091 930 -
ANSI Inches 32 3/8 15 17 11/16 15 15 36 7/8 10 9/16 - 31 - 4 8 20 1/4 - 1 1/2 - 43 36 5/8 -
B171 3"150lb. mm 148 295 57 114 16 175 17 229 - 473 238 470 195 - ---400-419
ANSI Inches 5 13/16 11 5/8 2 1/4 4 1/2 5/8 6 7/8 11/16 9 - 18 5/8 9 3/8 18 1/2 7 11/16 - - - - 15 3/4 1 1/2 16 1/2
B173 3"300lb. mm 148 295 57 114 16 175 17 229 - 473 238 470 195 - ---400-419
ANSI Inches 5 13/16 11 5/8 2 1/4 4 1/2 5/8 6 7/8 11/16 9 - 18 5/8 9 3/8 18 1/2 7 11/16 - - - - 15 3/4 1 1/2 16 1/2
B174 3"300lb. mm 160 321 64 127 16 175 17 264 - 511 295 572 237 - - 64 - 441 - 457
Inches 6 5/16 12 5/8 2 1/2 5 5/8 6 7/8 11/16 10 3/8 - 20 1/8 11 5/8 22 1/2 9 5/16 - - 2 1/2 - 17 3/8 1 1/2 18
B175 3"600lb. mm 160 321 64 127 16 175 17 281 - 519 298 597 249 - - 57 - 454 - 464
Inches 6 5/16 12 5/8 2 1/2 5 5/8 6 7/8 11/16 11 1/16 - 20 7/16 11 3/4 23 1/2 11 3/4 - - 2 1/4 - 17 7/8 1 1/2 18 1/4
B181, B183
4"150lb. mm 148 295 863 191 16 214 - 287 - 589 300 600 251 - - 38 - 524 - 472
Inches 5 13/16 11 5/8 3/4 7 1/2 5/8 8 7/16 - 11 3/16 - 23 3/16 11 13/16 23 5/8 9 7/8 - - 1 1/2 - 20 5/18 1 1/2 22 1/2
B183 4”300lb. mm 148 295 863 191 16 214 - 287 - 589 300 600 251 - - 38 - 524 - 472
inches 5 13/16 11 5/8 3/4 7 1/2 5/8 8 7/16 - 11 3/16 - 23 3/16 11 13/16 23 5/8 9 7/8 - - 1 1/2 - 20 5/18 1 1/2 22 1/2
B184 4"300lb. mm 191 381 102 203 22 216 - 367 - 668 368 737 300 - - 106 - 567 - 610
Inches 7 1/2 15 4 8 1/8 8 1/2 - 14 7/16 - 26 5/16 14 1/2 29 11 13/16 - - 4 3/16 - 22 5/16 1 1/2 24

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Model Flange mm Dimen-
sions
Size Inches A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P R S T U
B185 4"1600lb. mm 191 381 102 203 22 216 - 406 - 711 381 762 300 - - 106 - 567 - 622
Inches 7 1/2 15 4 8 7/8 8 1/2 - 16 1/6 - 28 15 30 11 13/16 - - 4 3/16 - 22 5/16 1 1/2 24 1/2
B190 6"150lb. mm 216 432 102 203 22 268 10 414 - 764 387 762 352 - - 152 - 735 - 673
Inches 8 1/2 17 4 8 7/8 10 9/16 3/8 16 5/16 - 30 1/16 15 1/4 30 13 7/8 - - 6 - 28
15/16
1 1/2
B191 6"150lb. mm Consult Factory
Inches
B193 6"300lb. mm 216 432 102 203 22 268 10 414 - 764 387 762 352 - - 152 - 735 - 673
Inches 8 1/2 17 4 8 7/8 10 9/16 3/8 16 5/16 - 30 1/16 15 1/4 30 13 7/8 - - 6 - 28
15/16
1 1/2 26 1/2
B194 6"300lb. mm 195 391 102 203 22 268 10 471 - 886 438 379 381 - - 127 - 760 - 762
ANSI Inches 7 11/16 15 3/8 4 8 7/8 10 9/16 3/8 18 9/16 - 34 7/8 17 1/4 34 5/8 15 - - 5 - 29
15/16
1 1/2 30
B195 6"600lb. mm 195 291 102 203 22 268 10 516 - 830 457 914 381 - - 127 - 760 - 787
ANSI Inches 7 11/16 15 3/8 4 8 7/8 20 9/16 3/8 10 5/16 - 36 5/8 18 36 15 - - 5 - 29
15/16
1 1/2 31

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8 Specifications
The following specifications apply to the meter unless otherwise noted.
WARNING
Do NOT operate this instrument in excess of the specifications listed. Failure to heed this warning could
result in serious injury and/or damage to the equipment.
9 Receipt of Shipment
When you receive your meter, inspect the outside
of the packing case for damage which may have
incurred during shipping. Damage incurred during
shipment is the responsibility of the carrier and is
not part of the factory warranty. If the package is in
good condition remove the envelope containing the
packing list and carefully remove the meter and
all components included in the shipment from the
packing case. Inspect for damaged or missing parts,
referring to the packing list, and prior to discarding
the packing material. If Items are missing from your
shipment, contact your sales representative. Your
sales order number will be required.
If the packing case is damaged, notify the local
carrier immediately. If the meter must be returned to
the factory for repair or replacement, a Returned Ma-
terials Report (RMR) must be included with the meter
or components. RMR forms may be obtained from
your sales representative or from the Product Service
Department. In addition to the RMR, a Material Safety
Data Sheet and a Decontamination Statement must
be included with Items being returned to the factory.
A Decontamination Statement is included in the
back of this manual (see page 30).
If the meter is removed from service it must be thor-
oughly drained and neutralized before it is packed for
shipment. Care must be taken to ensure that product
removed from the meter is disposed of in accordance
with all applicable local, state and federal regulations.
NOTE:
Place the meter on the inlet flange to completely
drain the the meter of fluid.
The flanges should be sealed to keep residual fluid
from leaking out of the meter during transport. The
type of flange seal required will vary with the form of
transportation used. Contact the carrier for specific
instructions.
Materials of Construction
Housing Welded steel construction combining steel castings and draw
steel plate.
Measuring Unit Rotors Three lobe, cast iron or four
fluted, heat treated aluminum.
Rotor Shafts Ground and polished nitralloy
Rotor Bearings Stainless Steel
Body and End Covers Nickel cast iron
Counter Base Plate Body Steel
O-Ring Viton standard
Counter Base Drive Gears Stainless Steel
Drive Shafts Stainless Steel
Drive Shaft Ball Bearing Stainless Steel
Connections 3”, 4”, or 6” ANSI Flange

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The meter should be securely mounted on a wooden
skid for shipment. The original container or a solid
wooden box should be used to protect the exterior of
the meter.
When packing the meter or components for return to
the factory, place the RMR and a copy of the packing
list that was delivered with the meter inside an enve-
lope. Place the envelope inside the shipping container
with the Item being returned and reference the RMR
number on the outside of the shipping container.
Equipment returned to the factory without the
proper documentation will be returned to sender at
their expense.
Ship the container to:
Brodie Meter Co., LLC
Product Service Department
19267 Hwy. 301 North
Statesboro, GA 30461
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]
10 Storage, Installation And
Operation
General
The following is a general outline for the proper stor-
age, shipment, installation, and start up of any Brodie
BiRotor meter. Additional information on the proper
use of Positive Displacement Meters can be obtained
from API Standard 1101 -Measurement of Petroleum
Liquid Hydrocarbons by Positive Displacement Meter.
Storage
Brodie meters are precision instruments and should
be handled with care. They should not be subjected
to rough or improper handling or stored in an envi-
ronment where moisture, extreme temperatures, or
foreign material can damage the meter.
Flange covers must remain on the meter until it is
ready for installation.
If extended storage is anticipated under harsh field
conditions the meters should be stored in waterproof
lined wooden boxes. Desiccant packs should be taped
to the inside of the meter flanges to reduce the ef-
fects of humidity on the measuring element. Caution
must be used to insure the desiccant packs are re-
moved prior to installation.
If the meter is removed from service for an extend-
ed period of time it should be flushed with a light oil
before being placed into storage. The meter flanges
should be securely covered.
Installation
WARNING
Compounds used in the making of elastomer gas-
kets, O-Rings and seals will, by nature, deteriorate
over an extended period of time. This is dependent
on elastomer material, frequency of operation and
the product being measured. Extreme caution
should be used when measuring volatile liquids or
when using a meter that has been stored for an
extended period of time. Loss of seal integrity can
result in leakage, damage to the equipment and/or
personal injury.
1. The BiRotor meter should be mounted on a secure
foundation. Considerations for placement of a right
angle adaptor and meter weight must be made
when vertical installation is required.
2. Care should be taken to insure that the drain plug
remains accessible. A valve may be installed on
the drain line to facilitate draining of water and
sediment from the meter. A lockable valve is rec-
ommended to reduce the chance of accidentally
draining the meter. Any product drained from the
meter, either manually or through a centralized
drain system, must be disposed of in accordance
with all local, state, and federal laws.
3. Skid foundations and process piping must be prop-
erly secured in order to minimize line vibration at
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4. Process piping should not place unude strain on
the meter.
5. Provisions should be made to insure that thermal
explansion does not raise line pressure above the
maximum pressure rating of the meter.
6. All process piping should be clean and free of
debris to insure foreign material does not enter
the meter.
7. A flow limiting valve should be installed down-
stream of the meter to maintain adequate back
pressure and to protect the meter from excessive
flow rates.
8. If require, an air eliminator should be installed
upstream of the meter.
9. Do not allow water to remain in the meter. If water
has entered the meter remove the inner unit and
clean it with a light lubricating oil.
10. Standard flow through the meter is from left to
right. If right to left flow is required, consult your
local Brodie agent or an authorized repair center.
11. The bolt pattern on the meter accessories allows
the meter accessory stack to be rotated in 90 de-
gree increments. The required position should be
selected prior to installing electrical service to the
meter. Care should be taken not to damage the
capillary tube on the temperature compensator if
so equipped.
12. Isolation valves should be installed on both ends
of the meter run to minimize product loss when
removing any of the components from the line.
Operation
CAUTION
Do not operate this meter in excess of the values
stated in 8 Specifications.
Brodie Meter Co., LLC has highly qualified service
technicians who are available to provide start up
assistance. Contact Brodie or your local Brodie Autho-
rized Repair Center if service assistance is required.
Starting Flow Through the Meter
The following recommendations should be considered
when the meter is first put into operation or any time
that the meter has been drained.
1. If large volumes of debris are expected in thepro-
cess piping during start up it is recommended that
the measuring element be removed from the meter
until the lines are free of pipe scale, weld beads and
other types of foreign material. A spool piece may
be used as a temporary replacement for the meter.
The strainer basket should be removed to elimi-
nate the possibility of rupturing.
2. Slowly introduce product into the meter. Open the
upstream valve while the downstream valve re-
mains closed.
3. Slowly bleed air from the system through the high
point vent.
4. Once all air has been eliminated, slowly openthe
downstream valve. Allow the meter to run at ap-
proximately 20 percent of the maximum rated flow
for two minutes.Observe the rotation of the count-
er wheels to insure the meter is operating smooth-
ly. Continue opening the downstream valve until it
is fully open. Care should be taken to insure the
maximum flow rate of the meter is not exceeded.
Confirm that the setting on the flow control valve is
properly fixed and is in control of the system.
5. Do not close valves quickly. This can cause a pres-
sure spike which can damage the meter.
6. Do not make adjustments to the meter or its ac-
cessories while the meter is turning. When adjuster
settings are changed, a small batch should be run
through the meter prior to making the next proving
run. This allows the adjuster components to shift to
the new setting.
7. Prove the meter in order to establish a meter factor
under actual operating conditions. Proving records
and other pertinent meter data should be retained
in order to establish a performance history for the
meter.

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11 Maintenance
WARNING
Extreme care must be exercised when the mea-
suring chamber is exposed and handled. Hands
must be kept clear of the timing gears, rotors and
measuring chamber or serious personal injury can
occur. Due to the precision balance of the rotors
and timing gears, they can be set in motion easily.
Keep hands clear of these parts at all times! At no
time should hands be used to brace these
11.1 General
The amount of maintenance necessary for efficient
meter performance depends upon such factors as:
1. Continuity of Operation - A meter which operates
almost continuously, obviously will require more
attention than one on intermittent duty.
2. Rate of Flow - The practical life of any piece of
equipment is proportional to its speed of opera-
tion. A meter operating at, or close to, its maxi-
mum rating will naturally have a shorter life than
one operating at a reduced rate.
3. Lubricating Value of Product - Other factors being
equal, a meter handling a light lubricating oil will
have a longer life than one measuring a dry motor
fuel.
4. Cleanliness of Product - Abrasive solid matter
accelerates meter wear.
Meters that are given a little attention regularly will
deliver better performance and have a longer life
than those that are not given any attention until they
have failed. Frequently, a meter’s performance will
depend, to a considerable extent, upon the proper
functioning of the accessory equipment in the piping
system. Following are listed some of the conditions
and factors influencing meter performance:
1. A meter should be kept filled with the liquid it is
measuring. Draining results in the formation of
deposits and gums which increase the mechanical
friction. Any leaky shut-off valves or check valves
which would permit the meter to drain should be
repaired or replaced.
2. A petroleum meter should be kept free of water.
Usually, regular inspection and draining of storage
tanks are sufficient protection.
3. Clean the strainer basket frequently.
4. Soft closing loading valves or shock chambers for
eliminating water hammer should be kept in good
working order.
5. The valves and operating mechanism of an air
eliminator should be given occasional inspection.
This is especially true where a critical air condi-
tion exists and for this reason, meter performance
is very dependent upon proper air elimination.
The valves and operating mechanism of an air
eliminator are subject to very difficult operating
conditions. With some products, alternate wetting
and drying results in gum formations. The vapors
of most petroleum products are more corrosive
than the liquids. In some installations, salt air is a
corrosive factor.
6. The counter of the meter should be given some
protection during extreme weather conditions.
7. A meter taken out of service for any length of
time should be filled with light lubricating oil.
8. Keep Brodie manuals available for reference.
11.2 General Meter Disassembly
CAUTION
Before performing any disassembly or reassembly
procedures, all flow to meter should be off. All elec-
trical connections to accessories should be discon-
nected. Service should be performed by trained and
qualified personnel only.
Cleanliness is of prime importance when working on a
precision instrument. The work area should be clean
and the meter parts thoroughly washed. All gaskets
and O-ring should be removed and replaced. This
policy will assure maximum performance from your
Brodie BiRotor Meter at less expense and with greater
accuracy.

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WARNING
Verify that all pipeline/process fluid has been re-
moved form the meter. Failure to release pressure
prior to servicing meter may result in personal
injury and/or damage to meter.
11.3 Removing Measuring Unit - Models B061A-
B095A
1. Remove all accessories.
2. Remove drain plug (item 22), drain meter and
replace plug.
3. Remove adjuster (item 31) and counter base plate
assembly (item 27) by removing screws (items 35
and 28).
4. Remove nuts (item 16) to allow seperation of hous-
ing cover (item 4) from meter housing (item 20).
NOTE: Use care not to damage front dome gasket
(item 19) when seperating the front dome (item 4)
fom the meter housing (item 20).
5. Remove screws (item 3), washer (item 42) and
seal washer (item 43) attaching measuring unit
assembly (item 1) to meter housing (item 201).
6. Lift measuring unit assembly (item 1) out of the
meter housing.
7. The measuring unit may now be inspected. In
some cases, a thorough washing in cleaning
solvent or kerosene will be sufficient to free the
rotors of corrosion of foreign material and the
unit may be re-installed without further disassem-
bly. In the event the rotors are blocked with solid
matter, it will be necessary to remove the rotors
and rear end cover assembly for further cleaning.
11.4 Removing Measuring Unit - Models B171-
B195
1. Remove all accessories.
2. Remove pipe plug (item 22), drain meter and re-
place pipe plug.
3. Remove adjustor (item 31) and counter base plate
assembly (item 27) by removing screws (items 35
and 28).
NOTE:
Do not damage counter base plate gasket (item 26)
when lifting off the counter base plate.
4. Lift out static seal tube (item 45) with attached
O-ring (item 52) from meter housing (item 20).
5. Disconnect tubing (item 46) connected to APL
Unit (item 50) and remove.
6. Remove nuts (item 16) to allow separation of hous-
ing cover (item 4) from meter housing (item 20).
NOTE:
Use care not to damage front dome gasket (item 19)
when separating the front dome (item 4) from the
meter housing (item 20).
7. Remove tubing (item 46) attached to measuring
unit (item 1) and meter housing (item 20) by dis-
connecting tubing at the connectors.
8. Remove screws (item 3), washer (item 42) and
seal washer (item 43) attaching measuring unit
assembly (item 1) to meter housing (item 20).
9. Lift measuring unit assembly (item 1) out of the
meter housing.
10. The measuring unit may now be inspected. In
some cases, a thorough washing in cleaning
solvent or kerosene will be sufficient to free the
rotors of corrosion or foreign material and the
unit may be re-installed without further disassem-
bly. In the event the rotors are blocked with solid
matter, it will be necessary to remove the rotors
and rear end cover assembly for further cleaning.