Elster 6 Series User manual

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Operation and Maintenance
UFM Series 6
Q.Sonic-plus
Elster GmbH
Steinern Strasse 19-21
D - 55252 Mainz-Kastel, Germany
Tel.:
[phone]
Fax:
[phone]
E-Mail:
[email protected]

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Contents
1General Information 6
1.1 About these Instructions 6
1.2 Limitation of Liability 7
2Text Labelling 8
2.1 Presentation of Safety and Risk Instructions 8
2.1.1 Paragraph Formats 9
2.1.2 Character Formats 10
2.1.3 Abbreviations 11
3Ultrasonic Flow Meter Series 6 12
3.1 General 12
3.2 Applicable Standards 13
3.3 Configuration 13
3.4 Calibration 14
4Theory of Operation 15
4.1 Flow Velocity Measurement 15
4.2 Correction after Calibration 16
4.3 Volume Flow at Line Conditions 17
5System Description 18
5.1 Flow Cell 18
5.2 Signal Processing Unit 19
5.3 Transducers 20
5.4 Flow Cell Pressure Sensor (Optional) 21
5.5 Flow Cell Temperature Sensor 21
5.6 Labels and Nameplates 22
5.6.1 ATEX Certified 23
5.6.2 IECEx Certified 23

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5.6.3 FM Certified 24
5.6.4 CSA Certified 25
5.7 Sealing 26
5.7.1 Main Plate 26
5.7.2 SPU 26
6Installation and Commissioning 29
6.1 Introduction 29
6.2 Flow Cell Installation Requirements 29
6.2.1 Installing a Meter in the Pipeline 29
6.2.2 Testing Installation 30
6.3 Wiring Instructions 31
6.4 SPU Configuration 31
6.5 Cold Commissioning 31
6.6 Hot Commissioning 32
7Operation 33
7.1 LED at Display 33
7.2 Front Panel and Touch Display 35
7.3 Basic Display 36
7.4 Home Screen 37
7.5 Diagnostics 42
7.6 Info 48
8Maintenance 50
8.1 Collecting Data 50
8.2 Inspection of Measured Data 50
8.2.1 Sample Rate 50
8.2.2 Performance 51
8.2.3 Velocity of Sound 51
8.2.4 Gas Velocity (Zero Flow Measurement) 51

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8.2.5 Presentation of AGC-Levels and AGC-Limits 52
8.2.6 Swirl Angle 52
8.3 Exchanging Components 53
8.3.1 Pressure Sensors Exchange 53
8.3.2 Temperature Sensors Exchange 54
8.3.3 Transducer Exchange 54
8.3.4 SPU Exchange 55
9Verifying Software Versions 57
9.1 Verifying the Components with their Checksums 57
9.2 Verifying the Software Status of the Parameter Build Up 58
9.3 Display Test 59
9.4 Checking Errors and Warnings 59
9.5 PC Software Package 60
10 User Rights / Login 61
11 Shipping and Storage 62
12 MID Requirements 63
12.1 General 63
12.2 EC Declaration of Conformity 63
12.3 Sealing 64
12.4 Calibration 64
12.5 Installation Requirements 64
13 Index 65
Appendix I –References 67

General Information
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Operation and Maintenance
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1 General Information
1.1 About these Instructions
This manual is a complete guide to the operation and maintenance of an
Ultrasonic Flow Meter (UFM) Series 6 Q.Sonicplus meter. This manual
together with the UFM Series 6 Safety Instructions and UFM Series 6 Wiring
Instructions provide essential information for safe use in compliance with
and insofar applicable:
European Directives (e.g. ATEX, PED, EMC, MID).
International IECEx standards.
North American FM Approvals standards.
Canadian CSA standards.
This manual explains how to verify which certifications your flow meter
complies with, based on the labelling from the ultrasonic flow meter. The
manual also contains important instructions to prevent accidents and serious
damage before start-up, during operation, and to maintain trouble-free
operation in the safest possible way throughout the entire lifespan of the
device. Before using the product read this manual carefully, familiarise
yourself with the operation of the product, and strictly follow the instructions.
If you have any questions, or need further details on specific matters
concerning this product, please do not hesitate to contact one of our staff
members by email at [e-mail] (or see more contact
information on page 2).
Important!
It is required to read and understand all other documentation of
your meter.
Please see Appendix I –References on page 67 for a
complete list of resources. Additionally, you may look online
at http://www.docuthek.com/.

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1.2 Limitation of Liability
This manual is based on the latest information available. It is provided
subject to alterations. We reserve the right to change the construction and/or
configuration of our products at any time without obligation to update
previously shipped equipment.
The warranty provisions stipulated in the manufacturer's Terms of Delivery
are applicable to the product. The manufacturer shall have no obligation in
the event that:
Repair or replacement of equipment or parts is required through
normal wear and tear, or by necessity in whole or part by
catastrophe, or the fault or negligence of the purchaser;
The equipment, or parts, have been maintained or repaired by
someone other than an authorized representative of the
manufacturer, or have been modified in any manner without prior
express written permission of the manufacturer;
Non-original parts are used;
Equipment is used improperly, incorrectly, carelessly or not in line
with its nature and/or purpose;
Use of this product with unauthorized equipment or peripherals,
including, but not necessarily limited to, cables, testing equipment,
computers, voltage, etc.
The manufacturer is not responsible for the incidental or consequential
damages resulting from the breach of any express or implied warranties,
including damage to property, and to the extent permitted by law, damage
for personal injury.
Read through this Operation and Maintenance manual carefully
before beginning any work.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for loss and malfunctions
that result from non-compliance with these instructions.

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We reserve the right to make technical changes within the scope of im-
proving performance characteristics and continuous development of the
device.
Current warranty conditions in the General Terms and Conditions are
available on our website:
http://www.elster-instromet.com/en/general-terms-of-business
2 Text Labelling
This manual employs consistent visual cues and standard text formats to
help you easily locate and interpret information. This information will help
you quickly identify relevant content.
2.1 Presentation of Safety and Risk Instructions
Hazard Warnings
Hazard warnings indicate hazardous situations which may result in material
damage and bodily harm or even death if disregarded. Hazard warnings are
described below:
Safety Instructions
Safety instructions include notes and information which if disregarded may
lead to functions not working correctly or not working at all. Safety
instructions are described below:
DANGER WORD!
Type of danger / consequences in case of non-compliance
Avoiding danger
Safety instruction (optional)
Safety instruction text

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Tips and Recommendations
Tips include notes and information that make it easier for the user. Tips are
described below:
2.1.1 Paragraph Formats
►This triangle prompts you for an action.
This character will show you the immediate result of your action.
Example
Heading (optional)
Hint text
Multi-row examples are marked by two continuous blue lines and the
keyword “Example”.

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2.1.2 Character Formats
Example
Use
See Chapter 5 System
Description (p.18)
References to additional information are
marked with an arrow. If the arrow refers to
information within the document, these
references are formatted as hyperlinks in blue
font. You can go directly to the corresponding
section by clicking on the blue text.
www.docuthek.com
Links (Hyperlink). Click to open in a browser.
Seen on the meter screen itself; this shows a
hyperlink within the meter software. You must
highlight the hyperlink before it will open the
next screen.
The hyperlink (shown above) has been
highlighted. Press the button on the
touch screen (or PC) to open the new
window. Ex: Open the Info section.
Table 1: Character formats