Master Meter SONATA ALLEGRO User manual

SONATA ALLEGRO
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Category: Residential Metering
Type: Installation Manual
Issue: Operation
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Table of Contents
General Information
1 Introduction..................................................................................................................................................... 3
2 General Information .....................................................................................................................................3
3 Package Contents .......................................................................................................................................3
4 Unpacking and Handling .............................................................................................................................3
5 Operating Conditions.................................................................................................................................. 4
6 Operating Characteristics and Dimensions ............................................................................................... 4
7 Pressure Loss Chart ...................................................................................................................................... 5
Safety
8 Transmitter Information.................................................................................................................................5
9 FCC and Industry Canada Statements.......................................................................................................6
Installation
10 Installation Requirements ............................................................................................................................. 7
11 Installing the Sonata ...................................................................................................................................7
Disposal
12 Disposal........................................................................................................................................................8
Radio Activation
13 Activating the Allegro Radio......................................................................................................................8
LCD Icons
14 LCD Display Icons........................................................................................................................................9
15 Network Status Icons ................................................................................................................................10
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1 Introduction
The Sonata Allegro is an ultrasonic water meter with an embedded
Allegro radio and antennae. The Sonata Allegro is designed for accurate
measurement of potable water for residential applications. The Sonata
Allegro’s unique design delivers precise flow measurement without
any moving parts −for long life, sustained accuracy and exceptional
performance. Sonata Allegro is a maintenance free device for up to 20
years of operation.
2 General Information
• Read the instructions below before installing the meter.
• To prevent injury or damage, do not install, operate or maintain the
meter without following the instructions in this guide.
• Store the meter in a cool, dry place.
• Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3 Package Contents
The following items are included in the package:
• Sonata Allegro Ultrasonic Water Meter
- QTY 6 to a package on sizes 5/8”x1/2”, 5/8”x3/4”, and ¾”
- QTY 4 to a package on 1” size
• Installation Manual
4 Unpacking and Handling
• Carefully unpack the meter and inspect all contents for shipping dam-
age before attempting to install. If any indication of physical damage is
found, immediately contact the responsible transportation service and
your local Master Meter representative.
• Do not carry the Sonata by its lid.
• Avoid hard blows, jolts or impact to the meter.
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5 Operating Conditions
Maximum Working Pressure 175 PSI
Liquid Temperature 33° F - 122° F (0.5° C to 50° C)
Referenced Standards Most recent revision of ANSI / AWWA Standard C715
ISO 4064 rev. 2005
Power Source 1 x D size Lithium Thionyl Chloride battery
Environmental Protection IP68 (NEMA 6)
Ambient operation temperature -13° F to 131° F (- 25° C to 55° C)
Data Units Multi-line 9 digit Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
Programmable Volume Units of US Gallons, Cubic Feet, or Cubic Meters
Programmable Rate of Flow of GPM, Lt/s, or M3/h.
Threads External straight threads (NPSM) conforming to ASME B1.20.1
Flow Tube Construction HP Glass Reinforced Polymer or Brass with Polymer Liner
Certifications/Listings Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Industry Canada (IC)
NSF/ANSI 61, NSF/ANSI 372, and Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
6 Operating Characteristics and Dimensions
Safe Maximum Operating
Capacity
25 GPM
(5.7 m3/h)
35 GPM
(7.9 m3/h)
35 GPM
(7.9 m3/h)
55 GPM
(12.5 m3/h)
Extended Low Flow
(97% - 103% Accuracy)
0.03 GPM
(0.007 m3/h)
0.05 GPM
(0.01 m3/h)
0.05 GPM
(0.01 m3/h)
0.11 GPM
(0.025 m3/h)
Width 3"
(80 mm)
3"
(80 mm)
3"
(80 mm)
3"
(82 mm)
Height from Center Pipe 3"
(80 mm)
3"
(80 mm)
3"
(80 mm)
3-1/4"
(82 mm)
Weight 2lbs
(0.9 kg)
2lbs
(0.9 kg)
2lbs
(0.9 kg)
2.25lbs
(1 kg)
1"
(25 mm)
3/4" Short
(20 mm)
5/8"x3/4"
(15x20 mm)
5/8"x1/2"
(15x13 mm)
Sonata Operating
Characteristics and Dimensions
0.38-55 GMP
(0.09-5.7m
3
/h)
0.10-25 GMP 0.10-35 GMP 0.10-35 GMP
(0.023-5.7m
3
/h) (0.023-7.9m
3
/h) (0.023-7.9m
3
/h)
Normal Operating Range
(98.5% - 101.5% Accuracy)*
10-3/4"
(273 mm)
7-1/2 "
(190 mm)
7-1/2 "
(190 mm)
7-1/2 "
(190 mm)
Length
4-3/4"
(121 mm)
4-1/2"
(117 mm)
4-1/2"
(117 mm)
4-1/2 "
(117 mm)
Height
1-1/2"
(37 mm)
1-1/2 "
(37 mm)
1-1/2 "
(37 mm)
1-1/2 "
(37 mm)
Depth from Center Pipe
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7 Pressure Loss Chart
Pressure Loss - PSI
8 Transmitter Information
The User and the Installer should be aware that changes and modifications
to the equipment not expressly approved by Master Meter could void
warranty and the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Professionally trained personnel should install the equipment.
The Sonata Allegro is equipped with an internal antenna/transmitter and
1) must be installed at a minimum separation distance of at least 20 cm
from all persons, and 2) must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
1"
5/8" x 3/4"
and 3/4"
Caution
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Pressure Loss -
PSI

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9 FCC and Industry Canada (IC) Statements
The digital portion of the transceiver has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC and Industry Canada (IC) statements
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and with Industry Canada
license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in
section 2.5 of RSS-102 and compliance with RSS-102 RF exposure, users
can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance.
ATTENTION
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10 Installation Requirements
1. Ensure that the connecting pipes are aligned (Figure 1).
2. Check for the proper distance between the pipe unions to avoid
mechanical stress. (Figure 2)
3. The meter may be installed in any orientation. (Figure 3) There are
no straight pipe requirements for the Sonata.
4. Always use new gaskets and ensure that the coupling nut surfaces
are clean.
Installation Notes
• Do not install the meter on the suction side of a pipe.
• Avoid exposing the meter to excessive vibration.
• Support of the pipeline on both sides of the meter is
recommended.
11 Installing the Sonata
1. Unpack the Sonata. Install/assemble accessories, if supplied, and
as needed.
2. Note the proper flow direction as indicated on the meter. The
Sonata is a bi-directional flow meter and will also measure reverse
flow.
3. Install new gaskets in the coupling nuts.
4. Place the meter in position and carefully tighten the coupling nuts
by hand. Make sure each coupling nut is smoothly screwed onto
the meter threads. Use a wrench to tighten the coupling nuts to
a minimum torque setting of 10 lb-ft up to a maximum of 35 lb-ft.
(Figure 4)
5. Once installed, open the upstream valve to allow water to fill the
meter and piping.
6. Open a downstream valve to flush all air out of the pipeline.
7. Close the downstream valve and verify that there are no leaks.
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 1
Figure 2
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12 Disposal
This product contains Lithium Thionyl Chloride batteries. Local
and national regulations for proper battery disposal should be
followed.
Installation Notes
• Do not install the meter on the suction side of a pipe.
• Avoid exposing the meter to excessive vibration.
• Support of the pipeline on both sides of the meter is
recommended.
13 Activating the Allegro Radio
To activate the embedded radio, place a strong magnet
over the center of the Sonata logo on the meter faceplate
(blue circle on the image to the right).
When activated with a magnet, the Network Status icon (red
circle on the image to the right) will light up all segments,
resembling an “8”. For more details on the Network Status
icons, see the table in Section 15 on Page 8.
Remove the magnet when the “Magnet Sensing” Icon is
visible.
After activating with the magnet, the LCD will run through a
series of programmed functions of the Sonata Allegro. These
include:
• Main board firmware version
• Radio firmware version
• Unit Identification Number (ID)
• Uplink frequency
• Measurement units
• Rate of Flow units
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14 LCD Display Icons
The Sonata Allegro is provided with a 9-digit volume digital display factory
programmed to your specifications. The LCD also has a 4-digit rate of flow
indicator. At the time of order, you can select
• Volume units: US Gallons, Cubic Feet, or Cubic Meters.
• Rate of Flow units: US Gallons per Minute (GPM), Cubic Meters per
Hour (M3/h), or Liters per Second (lt/s). When US Gallons or Cubic
Feet is selected for the Volume Consumption units, the Rate of Flow
will be GPM.
• Alarms: Low Battery, Tamper, Leak, Dry Pipe, Burst Pipe, or
Measurement Failure (as indicated by the triangle with the
exclamation point on the lower right side of the LCD).
• Notifications: The NFC icon on the LCD will be illuminated when
connected with an NFC programming cable. Shabbat/Sabbath
mode, as indicated by Hebrew letters, is not supported in the North
American Market.
• Flow Direction is represented by a bi-directional arrow. When no
flow is being used, the two arrows will disappear, leaving a solid
black bar as indicated in the image shown. When flow is being
used, one of the two triangles will also darken creating what
appears to be an arrow pointing in the direction flow is passing.
• Network Status icon is located in the box to the right of the Rate of
Flow and is represented by a seven-segment character. See the table
below for an explanation of the symbols that may appear in this box.
• Checksum: When there is no flow through the meter, every 60
seconds the last four digits of the software checksum will display in
the Flow Rate field for a duration of two seconds. Checksum is not
displayed if the meter is registering flow.
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Network Status
Icon
Definition
Handled Portable
Device (HPD) and Base
Station (BS) Seeking
If a Sonata Allegro was previously connected to a Base Station but
lost connection, this icon will appear. The unit is seeking for a Base
Station and Handled Portable Device.
Connected to BS, HPD
Seeking
When a Sonata Allegro has just been connected to Base Station
it will have this indication. The icon indicates that the meter is
connected to a Base Station and it will continue seeking for an
HPD for 15 minutes after connection.
Connected to BS,
No HPD Seeking
When a Sonata Allegro has just been connected to Base Sta-
tion for more than 15 minutes it will have this indication. The icon
indicates that the meter is connected to a Base Station and is
no longer seeking for an HPD.
HPD Seeking Only
This icon appears in Sonata Allegro units that are shipped to
Master Meter. The icon indicates that the meter is in HPD seeking
only. It is designed for minimal power consumption.
Drive-by Mode
Working Hours
This icon indicates that a Sonata Allegro is activated in drive-by
mode during “Working Hours”.
Drive-by Mode
Non-Working Hours
This icon indicates that a Sonata Allegro is activated in drive-by
mode during “Non-Working Hours”.
Magnet Sensing
When activated with a magnet, all segments will turn on.
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