Katronic KATflow 170 Quick guide

OPERATING AND ATEX/IECEx SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
KATflow 170 – Alumi ium E closure
Clamp-On Ultrasonic Flowmeter for Hazardous Areas

KATflow 170
Operating Instructions
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1 SAFE Y INS RUC IONS, LEGAL REQUIREMEN S,
WARRAN Y, RE URN POLICY 5
1.1 Symbols 5
1.2 Safety instructions for the operator 5
1.3 Languages/translations 6
1.4 Warranty 6
1.5 Return policy 6
1.6 Legislative requirements 7
2 IN RODUC ION 8
2.1 Clamp-on transit-time flowmeter 8
2.2 Measuring principle 8
2.3 Approvals 9
2.3.1 Clamp-on ultrasonic sensors 9
2.3.2 Flowmeter 10
2.4 emperature limits 11
2.4.1 Clamp-on ultrasonic sensors 11
2.4.2 Flowmeter 11
2.5 Special conditions of safe use 11
2.6 EU type examination certificates 11
3 INS ALLA ION 12
3.1 Unpacking and storage 12
3.1.1 Unpacking 12
3.1.2 Storage 12
3.1.3 Identification of components 12
3.2 System configuration 13
3.3 Clamp-on sensor installation 14
3.3.1 Acoustic propagation 14
3.3.2 Straight pipe lengths 14
3.4 Installation location 15
3.5 Pipe preparation 17
3.6 Sensor mounting configurations
and separation distance 18
3.6.1 Reflection Mode 18
3.6.2 Diagonal Mode 18
3.6.3 ransducer separation distance 18
3.7 Sensor installation in hazardous areas 19
3.7.1 Acoustic coupling gel 19
3.7.2 Correct positioning of the sensors 20
3.7.3 Sensor mounting with tension straps 21
3.8 Flowmeter installation in hazardous areas 22
3.9 Flowmeter installation 22
3.9.1 Outline dimensions 22
4 ELEC RICAL INS ALLA ION 23
4.1 Electrical wiring 23
4.2 Cabling and junction box 24
4.2.1 Signal cable parameters 24
4.3 Cable glands 24
4.4 Equipotential bonding 25
4.4.1 Clamp-on ultrasonic sensors 25
4.4.2 Flowmeter 25
4.5 Process inputs/outputs 25
5 OPERA ION 26
5.1 Switching On/O 26
5.2 Keypad and display 26
5.2.1 Keypad key functions 27
5.2.2 Display icons and functions 27
5.3 Quick Setup Wizard 29
5.4 Measurement 32
5.4.1 Main process value display 32
5.4.2 hree-line display 32
5.4.3 Diagnostic display 32
5.4.4 otaliser 33
5.4.5 Dual-channel measurement screen 33
5.4.6 “Math” display 33
5.4.7 Data logger 34
6 COMMISSIONING 35
6.1 Menu structure 35
6.2 Output configuration 42
6.2.1 Serial interface 42
6.2.2 Modbus R U 42
6.2.3 HAR ® compatible output 43
6.2.4 Analogue current output 0/4 ... 20 mA 43
6.2.5 Analogue voltage output 0 ... 10 V 45
6.2.6 Analogue frequency output (passive) 45
6.2.7 Digital open-collector output 45
6.2.8 Digital relay output 46
6.3 Input configuration 46
6.3.1 Pt 100 inputs 46
6.3.2 Analogue current input 0/4 ... 20 mA 47
6.4 emperature compensation 47
6.5 Heat quantity measurement 47
6.6 Sound velocity measurement 47
6.7 Dual-channel flow calculations 47
6.8 Scope function 48
6.9 KA data+ soware 48
7 MAIN ENANCE 49
7.1 Opening/closing the Ex d compartment 49
7.2 Service/Repair 49
8 ROUBLESHOO ING 50
8.1 Measurement diiculties and error messages 50
8.2 Data download diiculties 52
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9 ECHNICAL DA A 53
9.1 Sound speed of selected pipe materials 53
9.2 echnical data of selected fluids 54
9.3 Dependence between temperature
and sound speed in water 57
10 SPECIFICA ION 60
10.1 General 60
10.2 Flowmeter 60
10.3 Quantity and units of measurement 61
10.4 Internal data logger 61
10.5 Communication 61
10.6 KA data+ soware 61
10.7 Process inputs 62
10.8 Process outputs 62
10.9 Clamp-on sensors: K1Ex, K4Ex 63
11 INDEX 64
12 APPENDIX A – Certificate of Conformity 65
13 APPENDIX B – Customer Return Note (CRN) 67
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1 SAFE Y INS RUC IONS, LEGAL REQUIREMEN S, WARRAN Y, RE URN POLICY
1.1 Symbols
Danger
his symbol represents an immediate hazardous situation which could result in serious
injury, death or damage to the equipment. Where this symbol is shown, do not use the
equipment further unless you have fully understood the nature of the hazard and have
taken the required precautions.
Ex-hazard his warning refers to an immediate danger when using the equipment in a hazardous
area.
Attention
his symbol indicates important instructions which should be respected in order to
avoid damaging or destroying the equipment. Follow the precautions given in these
instructions to avoid the hazard. Call our service team if necessary.
Call service Where this symbol is shown call our service team for advice if necessary.
Note his symbol indicates a note or detailed setup tip.
Operator key Operator keys are printed in bold typeface.
1.2 Safety instructions for the operator
hese safety instructions are applicable for sensor type K1Ex/K4Ex and KA flow 170 flowmeter installations in
hazardous areas.
•Do not install, operate or maintain this flowmeter without reading, understanding and following these operating
instructions, otherwise injury or damage may result.
•Study these operating instructions carefully before the installation of the equipment and keep them for future
reference.
•Observe all warnings, notes and instructions as marked on the packaging, on the equipment, and detailed in the
operating instructions.
•Do not change or alter the sensors or the transmitter. Unauthorised changes may aect the explosion safety of the
equipment.
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•he special conditions of use as described in the EU type examination certificate must be followed. In addition, all
given electrical specifications must be met.
•he electrical installation must be in accordance with applicable national standards (equivalent to IEC 364) in addition
to the requirements for installation in hazardous areas according to EN/IEC 60079-14 “Electrical installations in
hazardous locations” or equivalent national standards.
•Installation, operation, service and maintenance of the equipment must only be performed by authorised and trained
personnel with the necessary knowledge and qualifications in explosion safety.
•If the product does not operate normally, please refer to the service and troubleshooting instructions, or contact
Katronic for help.
1.3 Languages/translations
hese safety instructions are compiled in English. If English is not your native language and you have diiculties
understanding the content of these instructions, please contact Katronic and/or your authorised local distributor for a
translation of this text.
1.4 Warranty
•Any product purchased from Katronic is warranted in accordance with the relevant product documentation and as
specified in the sales contract provided. his is subject to the condition that it has been used for the purpose for which
it has been designed and operated as outlined in these operating instructions. Misuse of the equipment will
immediately revoke any warranty given or implied.
•Responsibility for suitability and intended use of this ultrasonic flowmeter rests solely with the user. Improper
installation and operation of the flowmeter may lead to a loss of warranty.
•Please note that there are no operator-serviceable parts inside the equipment. Any unauthorised interference with the
product will invalidate the warranty.
1.5 Return policy
If the flowmeter has been diagnosed to have a problem, it can be returned to Katronic for repair using the Customer
Return Note (CRN) attached to the Appendix of this manual. Katronic regret that for health and safety reasons we cannot
accept the return of the equipment unless accompanied by the completed CRN.
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1.6 Legislative requirements
CE Marking
he flowmeter is designed to meet the safety requirements in accordance with sound
engineering practice. It has been tested and has le the factory in a condition in which it
is safe to operate. he equipment is in conformity with the statutory requirements of the
EC directive and complies with applicable regulations and standards for hazardous area
equipment (2014/34/EU), and for electrical safety (EN 61010) and electromagnetic
compatibility (EN 61326). A CE Declaration of Conformity has been issued in that
respect, a copy of which can be found in Appendix of these operating instructions.
WEEE Directive
he Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU)
aims to minimise the impact of electrical and electronic goods on the environment by
increasing re-use and recycling and by reducing the amount of WEEE going to landfill. It
seeks to achieve this by making producers responsible for financing the collection,
treatment, and recovery of waste electrical equipment, and by obliging distributors to
allow consumers to return their waste equipment free of charge. Katronic oers its
customers the possibility of returning unused and obsolete equipment for correct
disposal and recycling. he dustbin symbol indicates that when the last user wishes to
discard this product, it must be sent to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling.
By not discarding this product along with other household-type waste, the volume of
waste sent to incinerators or landfills will be reduced and natural resources will be
conserved. Please use the Customer Return Note (CRN) in the Appendix 13 for return to
Katronic.
RoHS Directive All products manufactured by Katronic are compliant with the relevant aspects of the
RoHS Directive.
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2.1 Clamp-on transit-time flowmeter
he KA flow 170 is a fixed installation ultrasonic flowmeter designed for use in hazardous areas employing clamp-on
sensors for the measurement of liquids in full, enclosed pipes. Flow measurements can be undertaken without
interruption of the process or interference with the integrity of the pipeline. he clamp-on sensors are attached to the
outside of the pipes. he KA flow 170 uses ultrasonic signals for measurement of the flow, utilising the transit-time
method. he sensors of type K1Ex and K4Ex are equally suitable for use in hazardous areas. he KA flow 170 flowmeter
can only be used with A EX or IECEx certified sensors.
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Picture 1: Clamp-on ultrasonic flowmeter configuration
2.2 Measuring principle
Ultrasonic signals are emitted by a transducer installed on a pipe and received by a second transducer. hese signals are
emitted alternately in the direction of flow and against it. Because the medium is flowing, the transit time of the sound
signals propagating in the direction of flow is shorter than the transit time of the signal propagating against the direction
of flow. he transit-time dierence ∆t is measured and allows the determination of the average flow velocity along the
path of acoustic propagation. A profile correction is then performed to obtain the average flow velocity over the cross-
sectional area of the pipe, which is proportional to the volumetric flow rate.
Picture 2: ransit-time measuring principle
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2.3 Approvals
2.3.1 Clamp-on ultrasonic sensors
he clamp-on ultrasonic sensors are manufactured according to European Directive 2014/34/EU. his equipment has
been approved for installation and use in hazardous classified areas of Zone 1 and 2. he protection method for the
sensors is “encapsulation” as per EN/IEC 60079-18.
he K1Ex, K4Ex transducers meet the requirements of the following standards:
Sta dard Descriptio
EN 60079-0:2014
IEC 60079-0:2011
Electrical equipment for use in explosive atmosphere – General requirements
EN 60079-18:2015
IEC 60079-18:2014
Electrical equipment for use in explosive atmosphere – Encapsulation “maD, mbD”
EN 60079-31:2014
IEC 60079-31:2013
Electrical equipment for use in the presence of combustible dust – Protection by
enclosures “tD”
Certificate number of the K1Ex and K4Ex sensors: RAC09A EX21226X
2020
COVENTRY, UK
KATRONIC
K1Ex 00311
TRAC09ATEX21226X 2812
Picture 3: Rating plate sensors K1Ex and K4Ex
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2.3.2 Flowmeter
he KA flow 170 flowmeter is available in epoxy-coated aluminium or in stainless steel. Both versions are certified for use
in hazardous area Zone 1 or 2. K1Ex and K4Ex sensors are connected to the KA flow 170 either directly or through an
Ex e certified junction box with cables provided by Katronic. he protection method for the KA flow 170 is “explosion-
proof” Ex d and “increased safety” Ex e as per the following standards:
Sta dard Descriptio
EN 60079-0:2014
IEC 60079-0:2011
Electrical equipment for use in explosive atmosphere – General requirements
EN 60079-1:2015
IEC 60079-1:2014
Electrical equipment for use in explosive atmosphere – Flameproof “d”
EN 60079-7:2016
IEC 60079-7:2015
Electrical equipment for use in explosive atmosphere – Increased safety “e”
EN 60079-31:2014
IEC 60079-31:2013
Electrical equipment for use in the presence of combustible dust – Protection by
enclosures “tD”
Certificate of the KA flow 170 flowmeter: IBExU17A EX1001X (A EX)
IECEx IBE 17.0001X (IECEx)
Certification coding: II 2G Ex db eb IIC 6 Gb
ULTRASONIC FLOWMETER KATflow 170
IBExU17ATEX1001X / IECEx IBE 17.0001X
2812 II 2G Ex db eb IIC T6 Gb
Katro ic AG & Co. KG, Gießerweg 5, 38855 Wer igerode, Deutschla d
www.katro ic.com
Degree of Protectio : IP 66
Power Supply: 100 ... 240 V AC
Year of Ma ufacture: 2019
Serial Number: 170 000 01
Ambie t Temperature: -20 °C < < +60 °C
 WARNING – DO NOT OPEN WHILE VOLTAGE IS APPLIED WARNUNG – NICHT UNTER SPANNUNG ÖFFNEN
Picture 4: Rating plate KA flow 170
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