Kobold PSR series User manual

Operating Instructions
for
Paddle Flow Monitor
Model: PSR-..., PSE-...

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1.Contents
1.Contents........................................................................................................2
2.Note ..............................................................................................................3
3.Instrument Inspection....................................................................................4
4.Regulation Use..............................................................................................4
5.Operating Principle........................................................................................5
6.Use in Hazardous Areas (PSx-2) ..................................................................5
6.1.General ................................................................................................5
6.2.Notes ...................................................................................................6
6.3.Electrical Contact.................................................................................6
6.4.Potential equalisation...........................................................................6
6.5.Electro-Static .......................................................................................7
6.6.Ultraviolet radiation ..............................................................................7
6.7.Propagating brush discharge ...............................................................7
7.Mechanical Connection.................................................................................8
8.Electrical Connection ....................................................................................9
9.Limit Switches ...............................................................................................9
10.Maintenance ...............................................................................................11
11.Technical Information..................................................................................12
11.1.General ..............................................................................................12
11.2.Model Label for IECEx- and ATEX-Version .......................................13
11.3.Model Code .......................................................................................13
12.Order Codes ...............................................................................................14
13.Recommended Spare Parts........................................................................17
14.Dimensions .................................................................................................17
15.EU Declaration of Conformance..................................................................18
16.Examination Certificate ...............................................................................20
17.IECEx Certificate.........................................................................................22
Manufactured and sold by:
Kobold Messring GmbH
Nordring 22-24
DE-65719 Hofheim
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.kobold.com

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2.Note
Please read these operating instructions before unpacking and putting the unit
into operation. Follow the instructions precisely as described herein.
The devices are only to be used, maintained and serviced by persons familiar
with these operating instructions and in accordance with local regulations
applying to Health & Safety and prevention of accidents.
Machine guidelines 2006/47 EC
No CE mark
By usage in machines, the measuring unit should be used only when the
machines fulfill the EC-machine guidelines.
as per PED 2014/68/EU
Pipe
Table 8
Group 1
dangerous fluids
Table 9
Group 2
non-dangerous
fluids
PSR-.. (1/4" - 1") Art. 4, § 3 Art. 4, § 3
PSR-132B and PSR-140B not deliverable Art. 4, § 3
PSR-232B and PSR-240B Cat. II Art. 4, § 3

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3.Instrument Inspection
Instruments are inspected before shipping and sent out in perfect condition.
Should the damage to a device be visible, we recommend a thorough inspection
of the delivery packing. In case of damage, please inform your parcel service/
forwarding agent immediately, since they are responsible for damages during
transit.
Scope of delivery:
Paddle Flow Monitor Model: PSR-.. / PSE-..
Operating Instructions
4.Regulation Use
Series PSR and PSE are used to monitor liquid flow. Instruments are provided
with an adjustable limit switch. Only low viscosity fluids that are compatible with
the material combination chosen are allowed to be monitored. If using higher
viscous media, large deviations in the specified switching range will occur.
The instruments are relatively insensitive to dirt, however large particles may
block the paddle, leading to erroneous alarm conditions; likewise, ferritic particles
may deposit on the magnet and lead to faulty operation. In case of doubt, please
contact the manufacturer.

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5.Operating Principle
The KOBOLD flow monitors of series PSE and PSR are used
where economical, reliable flow monitors are indicated.
Depending on the flow velocity respectively flow rate, the baffle
plate is deflected and moves the permanent magnet via the
balance arm into the switching range of the reed contact
mounted outside of the flow media.
The flat spring, which also serves as a support for the balance
arm, forces the baffle plate back to its rest position when there
is no flow. KOBOLD baffle plate flow monitors are supplied
completely assembled with fitting up to nominal size 40, or for
larger nominal pipe sizes - supplied without a pipe length for
direct insertion into standard T pieces or fittings. The sealing
takes place via PTFE tape.
6.Use in Hazardous Areas (PSx-2)
6.1. General
The paddle flow switch, being a mechanical component, has no inherent potential
ignition source. The mounted contact is suitable for usage in Ex-zone IIC and I as
an intrinsically safe component.
The measurement units can be used as follows:
In the Zone 0 (Gas-Ex, Cat. 1G) into explosion-group of IIA, IIB and IIC
In the Zone 20 (Dust-Ex, Cat. 1D)
In the Zone 2 (Gas-Ex, Cat. 3G) into explosion group of IIA, IIB and IIC
In the Zone 22 (Dust-Ex, Category 3D)
In the Zone 1 (Gas-Ex, Cat. 2G) into explosion group of IIA, IIB and IIC
In the Zone 21 (Dust-Ex, Category 2D)
In hazardous areas 1 and 2 in underground mining (category M1 and M2)
Regulation usage does not cause any zone inside the fitting or at paddle.
Exceptions are possible during start-up and shut-down of the plant.

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The medium temperature limit area is fixed as follows:
Model Medium Temperature Pmax
NBR-seal FPM-seal
PSR-2132**;
PSR-2140 -20....+70 °C -20...+110 °C 25 bar
all other -20...+70 °C -20...+110 °C 100 bar
6.2. Notes
The following points must be observed when using in hazardous area:
• The notes in every operating manual that is provided by the manufacturer must
be strictly observed.
• Fixed parts (eg due to frost or corrosion) may not be solved by force in an
explosive atmosphere present.
• Mechanical elements must be cleaned according to the conditions on site.
• The unit must be protected against external strikes.
• To ensure explosion protection, electrical and additional equipment must
comply with the requirements of applicable local zones and must be examined
separately by the installer of the machine / plant.
• It must be ensured that the device is included in the potential equalization.
• It is particularly important to ensure that no stray currents (due to engines that
are operated with frequency inverters, welding machines and / or corrosion
protection equipment) are performed on the devices.
• Direct dangerous electrostatic discharge to the resource should be avoided
• The device may only be exposed to small vibrations
• Freezing up of the device must be avoided.
6.3. Electrical Contact
The paddle flow switch can directly switch intrinsically safe circuits in Ex-zone or
may be used in intrinsically safe current circuits in combination with a certified
switching amplifier. The electrical connection is explained in chapter 8 “Electrical
Connection”.
6.4. Potential equalisation
The all metal flow meters are to be incorporated in potential equalization system
of the plant. This is achieved via metallic connection pipe.

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6.5. Electro-Static
The devices are to be protected against electrostatic unloading. The case of the
device is to be earthed electro-statically (for example with metal pipes). Besides,
the local potential balance is to be established according to local regulations.
The wires must be protected in the installation in the hazardous area “0” against
electro-static unloading. This can be done by using conducting pipes and rigid
covers.
6.6. Ultraviolet radiation
The instruments incl. cables should be protected against radiation.
6.7. Propagating brush discharge
In dust Ex-areas propagating brush discharges should be avoided on the plastic
parts and cables.

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7.Mechanical Connection
Before installation
Please check that the actual flow matches with the
switching range of the instrument.
Ensure that the allowable maximum operating
pressure and operating temperature of the
instruments will not be exceeded.
Remove all transport packing and be sure that no
packing material is left in the instrument.
The instrument may be installed in any position
(except PSR-..32 / PSR-..40 - for horizontal
installation only); however, the top half of the paddle
switch must be vertically positioned in relation to the
pipe axis, and the arrow on the threaded fitting must match the flow direction.
For dirty media, it is recommended that the upper housing will be installed as
close to vertical as possible, respectively with not more than 40° deviation from
vertical. This will prevent dirt from being deposited in the upper housing. When
this is not possible, we recommend the instrument to be cleaned more
frequently (see maintenance).
The application of PTFE tape or similar sealant to the connection threads is
recommended.
Check that the connection threads of the pipe are fully sealed.
Attention! Make sure that the supply voltage to the instrument conforms to
the value stated on the equipment label. For higher power loads, we
recommend our contact protection relay model MSR-10.
The inlet and outlet section needs to be minimum 5 x DN in front of and after the
flow meter.

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8.Electrical Connection
Ensure that the electrical supply lines are powerless.
Connect the connection cable with your supply cable.
The contact housing is made of glass-fibre reinforced plastic.
It is insulated in accordance with VDI 0720 Class II; separate
insulation measures are not necessary.
After connecting the external equipment, the instrument
is ready for operation.
9.Limit Switches
The instrument is supplied with an adjustable contact. The standard contact,
depending on the adjustments can be used either as N/O or N/C switch. The
instrument is supplied ex works as a normally open contact. Optionally, the
PSR/PSE can be ordered with an SPDT switch.
Contact mode
Depending on the positioning of the adjustable standard switch, the following
contact modes are available.
Normally open
The contact closes when the flow increases and the set point value is reached
or exceeded. The switch opens again with falling flow at the minimum value
based on the switch hysteresis.
Normally closed
The contact opens when the flow increases and the set point value is reached
or exceeded. The switch closes again with falling flow at the minimum value
based on the switch hysteresis.
Option: Changeover (SPDT) contact
The normally open and normally closed switch modes are simultaneously
available from the same position. When retrofitting the standard design with an
SPDT switch, the upper switch housing must be replaced at the same time.
brown black red

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Switch Point Adjustment
When adjusting the switch point, the clamp plate in the top of the upper housing
must be loosened, enabling the switching unit to be repositioned. For ease of
adjustment, the switching unit is marked with a white and a red arrow. The front
edge of the clamp plate serves as the adjustment marker.
Normally open contact
(standard setting, as shipped)
The switch range is adjustable in the
area of the red arrow. By sliding the
switching unit in the direction of flow,
the minimum switching value given in
the table is achieved. By sliding the
switching unit in the opposite direction,
the maximum listed switch value is
achieved.
Normally closed contact
The switch range is adjustable in the area of the white arrow. By sliding the
switch unit in the direction of flow, the minimum switch value given in the table is
achieved. By sliding the switch unit in the opposite direction, the maximum listed
switch value is achieved.
Option: Changeover contact
The following options for wiring apply:
Black and brown conductor = contact opens at decreasing flow.
Black and red conductor = contact closes at decreasing flow.
After successful adjustment, tighten the clamp plate by means of the screws.
Hysteresis
The Hysteresis is defined as the difference between the opening and closing flow
values of a contact. For example, the model PSR 11083 with minimal switching
adjustment and increasing flow is switching on at 2.3 l/min and will switch off at
1.6 l/min at decreasing flow. Contact hysteresis = 0.7 l/min.