Flexim FLUXUS G704 User manual

User Manual
UMG70XV3-4EN
Firmware V5.xx
Ultrasonic Flowmeter for Gas
FLUXUS G709
FLUXUS G704
FLUXUS G704 A2

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User Manual for
FLUXUS G70X
UMG70XV3-4EN 12.01.2009
Firmware V5.xx
Copyright (©) FLEXIM GmbH 2009
Subject to change without notification.

Die Sprache, in der die Anzeigen auf dem FLUXUS erscheinen, kann einge-
stellt werden (siehe Abschnitt 9.4).
FLUXUS can be operated in the language of your choice (see section 9.4).
Il est possible de sélectionner la langue utilisée par FLUXUS à l'écran (voir
section 9.4).
FLUXUS puede ser manejado en el idioma de su elección (ver sección 9.4).

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Table of Contents
1Introduction..........................................................................................................9
1.1 Regarding this Manual...........................................................................................9
1.2 Safety Precautions.................................................................................................9
1.3 Warranty ..............................................................................................................10
2 Safety Instructions according to Directive 94/9/EC........................................11
2.1 Safety Instructions for the Use of Flowmeter FLUXUS G704 A2 in
Explosive Atmosphere .........................................................................................11
2.2 Use of the Junction Box JB01S#E3# in Explosive Atmosphere .........................13
2.3 Use of Ultrasonic Transducers in Explosive Atmosphere (Zone 1/Zone 21) ......15
3Handling.............................................................................................................24
3.1 First Inspection ....................................................................................................24
3.2 General Precautions ............................................................................................24
3.3 Cleaning...............................................................................................................24
4 Flowmeter...........................................................................................................25
4.1 Measuring Principle .............................................................................................25
4.2 Description of the Flowmeter ...............................................................................26
4.3 Keyboard .............................................................................................................28
5 Selection of the Measuring Point.....................................................................30
5.1 Acoustic Penetration............................................................................................30
5.2 Undisturbed Flow Profile......................................................................................31
5.3 Influence of Noise ................................................................................................34
5.4 Selection of the Measuring Point Taking into Account Flow Profile and
Influence of Noise ................................................................................................36
6 Installation of FLUXUS G704............................................................................38
6.1 Location ...............................................................................................................38
6.2 Wall Installation....................................................................................................38
6.3 Pipe Installation ...................................................................................................39
6.4 Connection of the Transducers - Connection System TS....................................40
6.5 Connection of the Transducers - Connection System AS ...................................50
6.6 Connection of the Power Supply .........................................................................51
6.7 Connection of the Outputs ...................................................................................52
6.8 Connection of the Inputs......................................................................................54

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6.9 Connection of the Serial Interface....................................................................... 56
6.10 Connection of the Sensor Module (SENSPROM)............................................... 56
7 Installation of FLUXUS G709............................................................................ 58
7.1 Location............................................................................................................... 58
7.2 Connection of the Transducers - Connection System TS ................................... 58
7.3 Connection of the Transducers - Connection System AS ................................... 66
7.4 Connection of the Power Supply......................................................................... 67
7.5 Connection of the Outputs .................................................................................. 68
7.6 Connection of the Inputs ..................................................................................... 70
7.7 Connection of the Serial Interface....................................................................... 72
7.8 Connection of the Sensor Module (SENSPROM)............................................... 73
8 Installation of the Temperature Probe (Option).............................................. 74
8.1 Fixing of the Temperature Probe ........................................................................ 74
8.2 Connection of the Temperature Probe................................................................ 75
9 Start-up .............................................................................................................. 76
9.1 Switching on........................................................................................................ 76
9.2 Displays............................................................................................................... 76
9.3 HotCodes ............................................................................................................ 78
9.4 Language Selection ............................................................................................ 79
9.5 Operation State Indication (G709) ...................................................................... 79
9.6 Interruption of the Power Supply......................................................................... 79
10 Basic Measurement .......................................................................................... 80
10.1 Input of the Pipe Parameters .............................................................................. 80
10.2 Input of the Medium Parameters......................................................................... 82
10.3 Other Parameters................................................................................................ 84
10.4 Selection of the Channels ................................................................................... 85
10.5 Define Number of Sound Paths .......................................................................... 86
10.6 Installation of the Damping Mats......................................................................... 87
10.7 Mounting and Positioning the Transducers ......................................................... 91
10.8 Start of Measurement.......................................................................................... 98
10.9 Detection of Flow Direction ................................................................................. 99
10.10 Stopping the Measurement ................................................................................. 99

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11 Displaying the Measured Values................................................................... 100
11.1 Selection of the Physical Quantity and of the Unit of Measurement ................. 100
11.2 Toggling between the Channels........................................................................ 101
11.3 Adjustment of the Display ................................................................................. 102
11.4 Status Line ........................................................................................................ 103
11.5 Transducer Distance ......................................................................................... 104
12 Advanced Measuring Functions.................................................................... 105
12.1 Damping Factor................................................................................................. 105
12.2 Totalizers........................................................................................................... 105
12.3 Upper Limit of the Flow Velocity........................................................................ 108
12.4 Cut-off Flow....................................................................................................... 109
12.5 Uncorrected Flow Velocity ................................................................................ 110
12.6 Measurement of Transient Processes (FastFood mode) .................................. 111
12.7 Calculation Channels ........................................................................................ 112
12.8 Change of Limit for the Inner Pipe Diameter..................................................... 115
12.9 Program Code................................................................................................... 115
13 Storing and Output of Measured Values....................................................... 117
13.1 Data Memory..................................................................................................... 118
13.2 Output of the Measured Values ........................................................................ 119
13.3 Delete the Measured Values............................................................................. 126
13.4 Settings for the Data Memory ........................................................................... 126
13.5 Available Data Memory ..................................................................................... 128
14 Libraries........................................................................................................... 129
14.1 Partitioning of the Coefficient Memory .............................................................. 129
14.2 Input of Material/Medium Properties without the Extended Library................... 131
14.3 Extended Library ............................................................................................... 132
14.4 Deleting a User Defined Material/Medium......................................................... 136
14.5 Arrangement of the Material/Medium Scroll List ............................................... 136
15 Settings............................................................................................................ 139
15.1 Time and Date................................................................................................... 139
15.2 Dialogs and Menus ........................................................................................... 139
15.3 Measurement Settings ...................................................................................... 142
15.4 Settings of the Standard Conditions for the Gas Measurement ........................ 144
15.5 Setting the Contrast .......................................................................................... 144
15.6 Instrument Information ...................................................................................... 145

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16 SuperUser-Mode ............................................................................................. 146
16.1 Activating/Deactivating...................................................................................... 146
16.2 Transducer Parameters .................................................................................... 146
16.3 Malfunctions in SuperUser Mode ...................................................................... 147
17 Inputs ............................................................................................................... 148
17.1 Linking the Temperature Inputs to the Measuring Channels............................. 148
17.2 Selection of the Temperature Probe (FLUXUS G704)...................................... 149
17.3 Linking Other Inputs to the Measuring Channels .............................................. 149
17.4 Activation of the Inputs...................................................................................... 150
17.5 Temperature Correction .................................................................................... 151
18 Outputs ............................................................................................................ 152
18.1 Installation of an Output .................................................................................... 152
18.2 Error Value Delay.............................................................................................. 157
18.3 Activation of an Analog Output.......................................................................... 157
18.4 Activation of a Pulse Output.............................................................................. 158
18.5 Activation of an Alarm Output ........................................................................... 159
18.6 Behavior of the Alarm Outputs .......................................................................... 162
18.7 Deactivating the Outputs................................................................................... 164
19 Troubleshooting.............................................................................................. 165
19.1 Problems with the Measurement....................................................................... 166
19.2 Correct Selection of the Measuring Point.......................................................... 167
19.3 Maximum Acoustic Contact............................................................................... 168
19.4 Application Specific Problems........................................................................... 168
19.5 High Measuring Deviations ............................................................................... 168
19.6 Problems with the Totalizers ............................................................................. 169
A Technical Data ................................................................................................ 170
Flowmeter ........................................................................................................ 170
Transducers ..................................................................................................... 175
Junction Box .................................................................................................... 201
B Menu Structure................................................................................................ 208
C Reference......................................................................................................... 230
D Certificates....................................................................................................... 235

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1 Introduction
1 Introduction
1.1 Regarding this Manual
This manual has been written for the personnel operating the ultrasonic flowmeter FLUX-
US. It contains important information about the instrument, how to handle it correctly,
how to avoid damages. Always keep this manual at hand.
Get acquainted with the safety rules and the handling precautions. Make sure you have
read and understood this manual before using the instrument.
All reasonable effort has been made to ensure the correctness of the content of this man-
ual. If you however find some erroneous information, please inform us. We will be grate-
ful for any suggestions and comments regarding the concept and your experience work-
ing with the instrument.
This will ensure that we can further develop our products for the benefit of our customers
and in the interest of technological progress. If you have any suggestions about improv-
ing the documentation and particularly this User Manual, please let us know so that we
can consider your comments for future reprints.
The content of this manual is subject to changes without prior notice. All rights reserved.
No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without FLEXIM's written permis-
sion.
1.2 Safety Precautions
You will find in this manual the following safety information:
Observe these safety precautions!
Note! The notes contain important information which help you use the flow-
meter optimally.
Attention! This text contains important instructions which should be observed to
avoid damage or destruction of the flowmeter. Proceed with atten-
tion!
This texts denotes instructions according to directive 94/9/EC.

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1.3 Warranty
The FLUXUS flowmeter is guaranteed for the term and to the conditions specified in the
sales contract provided the equipment has been used for the purpose for which it has
been designed and operated according to the instructions given in this User Manual.
Misuse of the FLUXUS will immediately revoke any warranty given or implied.
This includes:
• replacement of a component of FLUXUS by a component that was not authorized by
FLEXIM
• unsuitable or insufficient maintenance
• repair of FLUXUS by unauthorized personnel
FLEXIM assumes no responsibility for injury to the customer or third persons proximately
caused by the material owing to defects in the product which were not predictable or for
any indirect damages.
FLUXUS is a very reliable instrument. It is manufactured under strict quality control, us-
ing modern production techniques. If installed as recommended in an appropriate loca-
tion, used cautiously and taken care of conscientiously, no troubles should appear.
If any problem appears which can not be solved with the help of this manual (see chapter
19), contact our sales office giving a precise description of the problem. Specify the type,
serial number and firmware version of the flowmeter.

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2 Safety Instructions according to Directive 94/9/EC
2.1 Safety Instructions for the Use of Flowmeter FLUXUS
G704 A2 in Explosive Atmosphere
The conformance with all relevant standards will be guaranteed only
if the flowmeter is connected only with the transducers specified by
FLEXIM for the corresponding application.
Observe the specified operating and explosion protection tempera-
tures (see Technical Data on the following pages).
Do not open the housing in explosive atmosphere if the flowmeter is
connected with the power supply. After the power supply was discon-
nected, wait 10 minutes before opening the housing.
The equipotential bonding terminal has to be used for the connection
of the protective earth.
Cable gland openings not used have to be properly closed with ap-
propriate plugs. They must be removable only with tools.
The flowmeter is safe in explosive atmosphere only when all connec-
tions have been made correctly according to the instructions in the
user manual.
Make sure that all cables fit firmly and tightly in the cable glands, the
cable glands are firmly tightened and the housing has been tightly
screwed.

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Technical Data
For further technical data see annex A, section Technical Data.
FLUXUS G704 A2
manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH
Wolfener Str. 36
12681 Berlin
marking
II3G Ex nA II T4 Ta -20…+60 °C
II3D Ex tD A22 IP66 T100°C
type of protection gas: not sparking nA
dust: protection by enclosure tD
power supply 100…240 V AC or
20…32 V DC
degree of protection IP 66 according to EN 60529
explosion protection temperature
according to ATEX
-20…+60 °C

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2.2 Use of the Junction Box JB01S#E3# in Explosive Atmosphere
Observe the specified operating and explosion protection tempera-
tures of the junction box (see Technical Data on the following page).
Never open the housing in explosive atmosphere if the junction box is
connected to a flowmeter that is connected to a power supply.
Never replace a component of the junction box by parts other than
those supplied by FLEXIM.
The junction box is safe in explosive atmosphere only when all con-
nections have been made correctly according to the instructions in
the user manual.
If other cable glands are used than those supplied by FLEXIM, they
have to be approved for the application area and the cable diameters
have to be observed.
Make sure that all cables fit firmly and tightly in the cable glands, the
cable glands are firmly tightened and the housing has been tightly
screwed.
The equipotential bonding terminal has to be used for the connection
of the protective earth.
Cable gland openings not used have to be properly closed with
checked and approved plugs. They must be removable only with
tools.
The conductor cross-sections of the leads in the Ex e junction box
have to be in the range 0.2...2.5 mm2. For multiple wire connection to
one terminal, max. 2 wires of same cross-section and type must be
connected. In this case, the conductor cross-sections have to be in
the range 0.2...0.75 mm2.

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Technical Data
For further information see annex A, section Technical Data.
The cover of the junction box has to be closed firmly.
Junction Box JB01S#E3#
manufacturer
FLEXIM GmbH
Wolfener Str. 36
12681 Berlin
marking
0044;
Ex e mb II (T6)...T4 Ta -40...+(70)80 °C
Ex tD A21 IP67 T 100 °C
certification IBExU06ATEX1161
IECEx IBE08.0006
type of protection junction box: increased safety
decoupled network: encapsulation
dust: protection by enclosure tD
degree of protection IP 67 according to EN 60529
explosion protection temperature
according to ATEX
temperature class T4: -40…+80 °C
temperature class T5: -40…+80 °C
temperature class T6: -40…+70 °C
II2G
II2D

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2.3 Use of Ultrasonic Transducers in Explosive Atmosphere
(Zone 1/Zone 21)
Observe the specified operating and explosion protection tempera-
tures of the transducers. For the explosion protection temperatures
see table on the following page.
The transducers
**M1N31, **P1N31, **Q1N31, **K1N31, **K1N41,
**G1N31, **G1N41, **K1N33, **K1N43, **G1N33,
**G1N43, **H1N33, **H1N43, **M2N41, **P2N41,
**M1N43, **P1N43, **M2E45, **P2E45, **K1N71,
**K1N81, **G1N71, **G1N81, **K1N73, **K1N83,
**G1N73, **G1N83, **H1N73, **H1N83, **M2N81,
**P2N81, **M1N83, **P1N83, **K1LI1, **G1LI1
**M2LI1, **P2LI1, **M2E85, **P2E85, **Q2E85,
**Q2N81, **Q1N83
can be used in explosive atmosphere in zones 1, 2, 21 and 22.
The transducers listed above can be connected to the flowmeter of
the FLUXUS series.
The flowmeter either has to be located outside of the explosive atmo-
sphere or has to be checked and approved separately for explosion
protection.
All cable connections either have to be located outside of the explo-
sive atmosphere or have to be used with equipment checked and ap-
proved for explosion protection.
The transducers may be used in explosive atmosphere only under
the following conditions:
• the transducers are fixed to a pipe or to the surface of a vessel
• the contact surface of every transducer is directed towards the sur-
face of the pipe or of the vessel on which it is mounted
If an equipotential bonding of the transducers is necessary, the
ground terminal of the transducer housing has to be used.

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The transducers
**K1N41, **G1N41, **K1N43, **G1N43, **H1N43, **M2N41,
**P2N41, **M1N43, **P1N43, **M2E45, **P2E45, **K1N81,
**G1N81, **K1N83, **G1N83, **H1N83, **M2N81, **P2N81,
**M1N83, **P1N83, **K1LI1, **G1LI1, **M2LI1, **P2LI1,
**M2E85, **P2E85, **Q2E85, **Q2N81, **Q1N83
must always be used in the delivered transducer shoe to protect
them against mechanical stress.
If an equipotential bonding of the transducers is necessary, the
ground terminal of the transducer housing and/or of the transducer
shoe has to be used.
The transducers must be connected with the flowmeter only if there is
no risk of an explosive atmosphere or if the flowmeter is not connect-
ed with the power supply.
When using the transducers in areas with combustible dust (zone
21), the max. surface temperature TX = TRB + 5 K (TRB - surface
temperature of the pipe or vessel on which the transducer is
mounted).

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explosion protection
temperature of transducers
surface
temperature
(pipe/vessel)
ambient
temperature
**M1N31, **P1N31, **Q1N31 -20 …+120 °C -20…+120 °C
**M2N41, **P2N41, **K1N41,
**G1N41, **M2N81, **P2N81,
**K1N81, **G1N81, **Q2N81
-55...+180 °C -55...+180 °C
**K1N31, **G1N31, **K1N71,
**G1N71
-40...+180 °C -40...+180 °C
**M1N43, **P1N43, **K1N43,
**H1N43, **G1N43, **M1N83,
**P1N83, **K1N83, **G1N83,
**H1N83, **Q1N83
-55...+140 °C -55...+140 °C
**K1N73, **G1N73, **H1N73,
**K1N33, **H1N33, **G1N33
-40...+140 °C -40...+140 °C
**K1LI1, **G1LI1,
**M2LI1, **P2LI1
-55...+180 °C -40…+80 °C
(at the cable gland)
**M2E85, **P2E85, **Q2E85 -45…+225 °C -45…+225 °C
**M2E45, **P2E45 -45…+225 °C -45…+190 °C
(at the cable gland)

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Technical Data
For further information see annex A, section Technical Data.
Type **M1N31, **P1N31, **Q1N31
manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin
marking 0044; II2G
EEx m II T6…T4 Ta -20…+120 °C
certification IBExU98ATEX1012 X
type of protection encapsulation
degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529
explosion protection
temperature according
to ATEX
temperature class T4: -20…+120 °C
temperature class T5: -20…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -20…+75 °C
Type **K1N31, **G1N31
manufacture FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin
marking 0044;
II2G Ex q II T6…T3 Ta -40…+180 °C
II2D Ex tD A21 IP65 TX
certification IBExU04ATEX1011 X
type of protection transducer: powder filling
dust: protection by enclosure tD
degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529
explosion protection
temperature according
to ATEX
temperature class T3: -40…+180 °C
temperature class T4: -40…+125 °C
temperature class T5: -40…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -40…+75 °C

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Type **K1N41, **G1N41, **M2N41, **P2N41
manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin
marking 0044;
II2G Ex q II T6…T3 Ta -55…+180 °C
II2D Ex tD A21 IP65 TX
certification IBExU04ATEX1011 X
type of protection transducer: powder filling
dust: protection by enclosure tD
degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529
explosion protection
temperature according
to ATEX
temperature class T3: -55…+180 °C
temperature class T4: -55…+125 °C
temperature class T5: -55…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -55…+75 °C
Type **K1N33, **G1N33, **H1N33
manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin
marking 0044;
II2G Ex q II T6…T3 Ta -40…+140 °C
II2D Ex tD A21 IP65 TX
certification IBExU04ATEX1011 X
type of protection transducer: powder filling
dust: protection by enclosure tD
degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529
explosion protection
temperature according
to ATEX
temperature class T3: -40…+140 °C
temperature class T4: -40…+125 °C
temperature class T5: -40…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -40…+75 °C

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Type **K1N43, **G1N43, **H1N43, **M1N43, **P1N43
manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin
marking 0044;
II2G Ex q II T6…T3 Ta -55…+140 °C
II2D Ex tD A21 IP65 TX
certification IBExU04ATEX1011 X
type of protection transducer: powder filling
dust: protection by enclosure tD
degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529
explosion protection
temperature according
to ATEX
temperature class T3: -55…+140 °C
temperature class T4: -55…+125 °C
temperature class T5: -55…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -55…+75 °C
Type **M2E45, **P2E45
manufacturer FLEXIM GmbH, Wolfener Str. 36, 12681 Berlin
marking 0044;
II2G Ex q II T6…T2 Ta -45…+225 °C
II2D Ex tD A21 IP65 TX
certification IBExU04ATEX1011 X
type of protection transducer: powder filling
dust: protection by enclosure tD
degree of protection IP 65 according to EN 60529
explosion protection
temperature according
to ATEX
temperature class T2: -45…+225 °C
temperature class T3: -45…+190 °C
temperature class T4: -45…+125 °C
temperature class T5: -45…+90 °C
temperature class T6: -45…+75 °C
The service temperature at the cable entry must not
exceed the permissible operating temperature of 190 °C.