GTP FM User manual

GTP “FM” Flow Meters
Operations & Maintenance Manual
General Treatment Products Inc., Brea, CA 92821
O&M Manual INSTFMQS Rev. 1114, Page 1 of 2
This “QUICK START” manual is supplied as a guideline for installation; please visit www.gtpcompany.com
for complete instruction manual, assembly drawings and installation drawings.
GENERAL INFORMATION
MODEL:
SERIAL:
MATERIAL:
Bronze
Nylon
Cold Water
Hot Water
PORT SIZE:
1/2"
3/4”
1”
1 1/2"
2"
ACCESSORIES:
“R” Reed switch
output
“TC” Timer/Counter
“WAL” Walchem Pump Conn
*** WARNING – BEFORE YOU GET STARTED ***
1) All fasteners & fittings should be inspected and secured before operation as they may be loosened in transit
2) Personnel safety practices should apply at all times
3) Safety glasses or face shields and gloves should be worn
4) Close isolation valve and release pressure before servicing
5) All liquids should be drained before servicing
2.0 WARRANTY General Treatment Products “FM” Flow Meters are guaranteed for one year from date of
shipment against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship that develop in the service for which they
are designed. We will repair or replace a defective part of this system when returned to our factory with freight
prepaid; providing that the part is found to be defective upon inspection. We assume no liability for labor and/or
other expenses in making repairs or adjustments.
3.0 UNPACKING Upon receipt of order, inspect package thoroughly. In the event there was damage
incurred in transit you must notify the freight company within 3-5 days of receipt of order. Once system is
inspected for damage and received in good condition, and store indoors until installing.
4.0 LOCATION AND ENVIROMENT Flow meter, mounting hardware and pulse cable should not be exposed
to direct elements. In most cases, there will not be a dry indoor location that is convenient to install the flow
meter. Some shelter, awning or shed needs to be installed to validate warranty.
5.0 INSTALLATION “FM” Flow Meters come standard with inlet/outlet coupling unions. Flow meter must be
mounted in a horizontal line with the dial/register facing up. Any variation from this will cause improper
bearing wear and void warranty. Flow meter must be full at all times to avoid water hammer. Have only an
experienced personnel wire flow meter to pump or controls. Wiring diagrams are provided in section 9.0.
6.0 PRESSURE AND TEMPERATURE LIMITATIONS:
MATERIAL
MAXIMUM
SHORT TERM
TEMPERATURE
MAXIMUM
OPERATING
TEMPERATURE
MAXIMUM
OPERATING
PRESSURE
Nylon Bodies
104oF/40oC
104oF/40oC
100PSI/6.9BAR
Cold Water Bronze (Blue Body)
104oF/40oC
104oF/40oC
145PSI/9.9BAR
Hot Water Bronze (Red Body)
194oF/90oC
194oF/90oC
145PSI/9.9BAR
Note: Minimum Fluid Temperature is 50oF/10oC.
7.0 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Routine maintenance in this section is referred to as checking a flow meter once
a month until a maintenance schedule can be determined. All fasteners should be check for proper operations.
Maintenance and care will depend upon the usage.

GTP “FM” Flow Meters
Operations & Maintenance Manual
General Treatment Products Inc., Brea, CA 92821
O&M Manual INSTFMQS Rev. 1114, Page 2 of 2
8.0 PARTS LISTING See full operations manual or contact factory for further information.
9.0 WIRING / PULSE RATES The “FM” Flow Meter is a three wire dual reed switch sensor. Red and white
wires are one reed switch closure, blue and white are another reed switch closure. Join red and blue wires to
double switch closures.
Dial Pointer Pulse Rates:
Single Reed (Red or Blue)
Dual Reed (Red & Blue)
X0.01
10 Pulses Per Gallon
20 Pulses Per Gallon
X0.1
1 Pulse Per Gallon
2 Pulses Per Gallon
X1.0
10 Gallons Per Pulse
5 Gallons Per Pulse
X10.0
100 Gallons Per Pulse
50 Gallons Per Pulse
Note: X10.0 not available on ½” to 1” meters. X0.01 not available on 1.5” meters and larger.
10.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING If you are having trouble, contact us at [e-mail],or you can call
us at the number on the front of the Instruction manual.
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