Kirchner und Tochter SGK 1-3 User manual

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VA flow meter
Assembly and operating Instructions
Short-tube VA flow meter
SGK 1 - 3

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Content
1. Foreword................................................................................................................................................................ 3
2. Safety....................................................................................................................................................................... 3
2.1. Symbol and meaning......................................................................................................................... 3
2.2. General safety directions and exemption from liability ..................................................... 3
2.3. Intended use.......................................................................................................................................... 3
2.4. Special safety instructions concerning glass devices ....................................................... 4
2.5. Safety information for Operator and operating personnel ............................................. 4
2.6. Regulations and guidelines............................................................................................................. 4
2.7. Notice as required by the hazardous materials directive ............................................... 4
3. Transport and storage.................................................................................................................................... 4
4. Installation ............................................................................................................................................................. 5
4.1. Installation SGK.................................................................................................................................... 5
4.2. Parts (example: SGK, Model B1)................................................................................................ 5
4.3. Preparations for assembly............................................................................................................. 6
4.4. SGK installation.................................................................................................................................... 6
5. Start-up................................................................................................................................................................... 6
6. Readings in operation...................................................................................................................................... 7
7. Limit switches...................................................................................................................................................... 7
7.1. MSK1/ MSK12/ MSKW .............................................................................................................. 7
Connection of limit switches......................................................................................................... 8
Setting the limit switches................................................................................................................ 8
7.2. Limit switches RC10-14-N3/ RC15-14-N3.......................................................................... 8
8. Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................................ 9
8.1. Cleaning the device ............................................................................................................................ 9
8.2. Replacement of measuring glass ............................................................................................... 9
9. Service.................................................................................................................................................................. 10
9.1. Disposal................................................................................................................................................ 10
10. Technical Data.................................................................................................................................................. 11
10.1. Material ................................................................................................................................................ 11
10.2. Dimensions ......................................................................................................................................... 12
10.3. Design ................................................................................................................................................... 13
10.4. Technical data of limit switches................................................................................................13
MSK1, MSK12, MSKW................................................................................................................ 13
Round connector ............................................................................................................................. 14
RC 10-14-N3/ RC 15-14-N3 ...................................................................................................15
Low-voltage directive...................................................................................................................... 15

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1. Foreword
These Installation and Operating Instructions are applicable to devices of Series SGK 1-3. Please
follow all instructions and information given for installation, operation, inspection and
maintenance. The Instructions form a component part of the device, and should be kept in an
appropriate place accessible to the personnel in the vicinity of the location. Where various plant
components are operated together, the operating instructions pertaining to the other devices
should also be observed.
2. Safety
2.1. Symbol and meaning
Safety notice
This symbol is placed against all directions/information relating to occupational health and
safety in these Installation and Operating Instructions, and draws attention to danger to life and
limb. Such notices should be strictly observed.
2.2. General safety directions and exemption from liability
This document contains basic instructions for the installation, operation, inspection and
maintenance of the flow monitor. Failure to comply with these instructions can lead to
hazardous situations for Man and Beast and also to damage to property, for which
Kirchner und Tochter disclaims all liability.
The Operator is required to rule out potentially hazardous situations through voltage and
released media energy.
2.3. Intended use
The Series SGK 1-3 device is a short tube VA flow meter designed for liquids and gases, and for
installation in switch panels.
Direction of flow is upwards, from bottom to top. Inlet and outlet are located in the horizontal, but
optionally may also be in the vertical (see Model Types, Section 10.3). Installation should be
carried out solely in accordance with these Instructions. The limit values pertaining to the device
are given in Section 10 and should not be exceeded. Modifications or other alterations to the
flow meter may only be carried out by Kirchner und Tochter. Details of the process product and
the operating conditions are marked on the measuring glass.

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2.4. Special safety instructions concerning glass devices
For safety reasons, we recommend fitting a protective shield in front of the
measuring tube when starting up flow meters fitted with glass measuring tubes.
The devices should not be operated where there is a risk of pressure surges (water
hammer)!
To avoid glass breakage, all fitting work between measuring glass and heads inside the glass
should be carried out by twisting and simultaneously pressing after having wetted the
packing rings/gaskets.
2.5. Safety information for Operator and operating personnel
Authorized installation, operating, inspection and maintenance personnel should be suitably
qualified for the jobs assigned to them, and should receive appropriate training and
instruction.
2.6. Regulations and guidelines
In addition to the directions given in these Installation and Operating Instructions, observe
t
he regulations, guidelines and standards, such as DIN EN, and, for specific applications,
t
he codes of practice issued by DVGW (gas and water) and VdS (underwriters), or the
equivalent national codes, and applicable national accident prevention regulations.
2.7. Notice as required by the hazardous materials directive
In accordance with the law concerning handling of waste (critical waste) and the hazardous
materials directive (general duty to protect), we would point out that all flow meters returned
to Kirchner und Tochter for repair are required to be free from any and all hazardous
substances (alkaline solutions, acids, solvents, etc.).
Make sure that devices are thoroughly rinsed out to neutralize hazardous
substances.
3. Transport and storage
Always use the original packing for transport, handling and storage. Protect the device
against rough handling, impact, jolts, etc.

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4. Installation
Variable area flow meters are only suitable for vertical installation, where the direction of
flow is from bottom to top. For all other installation situations, appropriate pipe bends need
to be fitted in the existing pipeline in order to ensure vertical flow through the device from
below.
Before installing, remove all protective caps, transport locks and any foreign bodies found.
Pay regard to the correct spacing and exact alignment of the pipes at the point of
installation. For Type SGK: before installation, both free ends of the pipe additionally need to
be provided with pipe fittings.
4.1. Installation SGK
4.2. Parts (example: SGK, Model B1)
1Head (here: for vertically outflowing medium,
device model B1)
2Batching valve (here: at bottom, Model B1)
3Glass cone
4Channel section for fastening the heads or
batching valve, with glass cone, Item 3, fitted
5G1/4“ or G1/2“ nut for fastening, for
horizontally in- and outflowing medium
6Nut M5 or M8 for fastening the heads, for
vertically in- and outflowing medium
7O-ring in Item 1 and 2 (not shown)1)
8Flat gaskets in Items 1 and 2 (not shown)1)
1The glass cone is sealed off internally at either end by an O-ring and additionally protected against breakage by flat
gaskets inserted in Items 1 and 2.

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4.3. Preparations for assembly
The SGK flow meter consists of a channel section in which the tapered measuring glass is
firmly held in place by the two connecting heads with or without integrated batching valve.
Preparatory work at the point of installation:
1. Shut off and secure the pipe system in accordance with regulations, and drain the
pipeline.
2. Any control equipment, particularly in the case of gaseous media, should be located
downstream of the measuring device.
3. If necessary, support the pipeline to prevent vibration from being transmitted to the
measuring device.
4. Clean the pipelines leading to the device by blowing or flushing them out before
connecting up the device.
5. Before installing, fit the two free ends of the pipe with appropriate connecting
threaded joints (see Section 10.1). The heads with vertical pipe connection on the
front of the switch panel are provided with internal threads.
Installation of the SGK requires a hole pattern on the switch panel in accordance with
the Table, Section 10.2, that matches the selected model (to take up thread G
and/or M on Items 5 and 6).
4.4. SGK installation
1. Remove the nuts (Items 5 and 6) on the back of the channel section, and position the
device on the switch panel in the holes provided.
2. Then fasten the device to the switch panel by fitting the nuts on the back of the
channel.
3. Connect the ends of the pipe at the installation point tothe SGK device using
appropriate sealing material.
5. Start-up
The device must be properly installed before it is started up.
1. Check all device connections.
2. To set the flow: pressurize the pipelines by slowly opening the shut-off valves (risk of
glass breakage!). On liquid service: carefully evacuate the pipeline.
3. Check the leak-tightness of all components and, if necessary, tighten down threaded
joints or screw connections.

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6. Readings in operation
The flow value is read off from the scale on the glass cone at the top edge of the float. The
measured-value readings are only correct when the operating condition at the measuring
point (flowing medium, operating pressure and temperature) corresponds to the values
marked on the measuring glass. If operating conditions should differ, the measured value
must be corrected with the aid of the general float equation, which you will find in our
t
echnical documents.
Y
ou can also do the recalculation with the help of our conversion program given on our
home page: www.k
t
-web.de, Section “Physical Basics“.
7. Limit switches
7.1. MSK1/ MSK12/ MSKW
The limit switches consist of a limit switch (reed switch) that is switched over by the
magnet integrated in the float .The limit switch is guided in a guide slot in the protective
case and can be adjusted over the full measuring range. The reed switches have a bistable
characteristic.
Uncontrolled current and voltage peaks can occur in the case of inductive or capacitive
loads, e.g. from contactors or solenoid valves. Such peaks will also occur, depending on
cable geometry, where cables exceed a certain length. We therefore recommend using an
MSR contact protection relay, which is additionally available. This will increase the contact
rating and prevent occurrence of inductive and capacitive peaks, thus ensuring long service
life of the contacts.
Electrical data and limit values are specified in Section 10.4.

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Connection of limit switches
Electrical connection of the device must be carried out in
conformity with the relevant VDE regulations (or equivalent
national standards) and in accordance with the regulations
issued by the local power supply utility.
Disconnect the plant from supply before connecting the limit
switch.
Provide a protective circuit for the switches in keeping with their
capacity.
Connect line-side fuse elements matched to consumption.
Connect the cable using the supplied right-angle plug. Assigned
are terminals 1 and 3. Earth and terminal 2 is not assigned.
The circuit diagram for limit switches is shown in the Technical
Data, Section 10.4 on page 13.
Setting the limit switches
Fasten the contact with right-angle plug on the channel section. The
operating point is infinitely adjustable by sliding the contact along the
channel. The contact is fastened by way of an M4 grub screw on the
contact holder.
7.2. Limit switches RC10-14-N3/ RC15-14-N3
The limit switches, designed in the form of a ring, are located on the glass cone and can be
shifted along the cone and locked in the required position.
Be aware of the safety information given in Section 7.
Cable connection is effected at the contact cable. The circuit diagram for the limit switches
is shown under Technical Data, Section 10.4 on page 14.

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8. Maintenance
To avoid risk of glass breakage, all assembly/dismantling procedures between measuring glass
and heads in the glass should be carried out by simultaneous twisting and pressing the heads
after previously having moistened the sealing rings. Close off and secure the pipe system
according to regulations and drain the pipes before dismantling the device.
8.1. Cleaning the device
The device is maintenance-free. Should the glass cone become fouled, the device can be cleaned
as follows:
1. Detach the device from the pipe ends at the installation location.
2. Detach the nuts, Items 6 and 5.
3. Remove the device from the switch panel.
4. Detach the channel section, Item 4, from the heads, Items 1 and 2, with the glass Item 3.
5. Remove by simultaneously twisting the heads, Items 1 and 2, and pulling them out of the
glass cone.
6. Remove the float stop (helical springs), Item 9, from the glass cone. To avoid glass
breakage and scratches, use pliers to simultaneously twist and pull the springs in the
coiling direction.
7. Then proceed to clean the glass cone. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents (wire brush,
scouring agent, alkaline solutions, acids, etc.).
8. When reinstalling, make sure the O-rings, Item 7, are undamaged. Replace if necessary.
9. Assembling the device and installing it in the switch panel are carried out in reverse order.
8.2. Replacement of measuring glass
1. To dismantle the device, proceed as described under Point 8.1.
The new measuring glass contains the appropriate float including the stops at the ends of
the cone.
2. Replace the old cone with stops and float and re-install the device on the switch panel.

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9. Service
All devices with defects or deficiencies should be sent direct to our repair department.
To enable our customer service facility to deal with complaints and repairs as quickly
as possible, you are kindly requested to coordinate the return of devices with our sales
department, Tel. [phone].
9.1. Disposal
Please help to protect our environment, and dispose of workpieces in conformity with
current regulations or use them for some other purpose.