McCrometer Ultra Mag User manual

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
30119-03 Rev. 5.2
December, 2014
ELECTROMAGNETIC
FLOWMETERS

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Section Page
1. INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.1 Description ...........................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Uncrating...............................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.3 Parts List With Remote Mount Converter ..................................................................................................................................2
1.4 Serial Numbers ....................................................................................................................................................................................3
2. SENSOR INSTALLATION...............................................................................................................................................................................3
2.1 Installation Considerations.............................................................................................................................................................3
2.1.1 Grounding And Electrical Interference ..........................................................................................................................3
2.1.2 Lines With Cathodic Protection.........................................................................................................................................3
2.1.3 Fluid Conductivity..................................................................................................................................................................3
2.1.4 Meter Mounted Converter Location ..............................................................................................................................4
2.1.5 Remote Mount........................................................................................................................................................................4
2.1.6 Grounding Ring And Gaskets ............................................................................................................................................4
2.1.7 Converter/transmitter Connections................................................................................................................................4
2.2 Positioning The Sensor.....................................................................................................................................................................4
2.2.1 Pipe Diameters........................................................................................................................................................................4
2.2.2 Flow Direction.........................................................................................................................................................................4
2.2.3 Sensor Orientation.................................................................................................................................................................5
3. QUICK CONNECT CABLE ENDS (OPTIONAL).........................................................................................................................................6
4. DIMENSIONS...................................................................................................................................................................................................7
5. SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................................................................................................9
5 RETURNING A UNIT FOR REPAIR...............................................................................................................................................................10
WARRANTY ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................11
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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• Installation and maintenance must only be carried out by suitably trained personnel.
• HAZARDOUS AREA DESIGNATION ON THE EQUIPMENT LABEL MUST BE SUITABLE
FOR THE INTENDED DUTY AND LOCATION.
• All relevant sections in this O & M Manual must be read before selecting a location.
• Safety requirements of this equipment, any associated equipment and the local
environment must be taken into consideration.
• The installation and use of this equipment must be in accordance with relevant national
and local standards.
Warning:
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Description
Ultra Mag meters are available with integral or remote mount converters. Standard display features include
forward, reverse and net ow totalizers, ow rate, alarm monitoring, and automatic self diagnostics to ensure
integrity. All data and values are in selectable units of measurement. System compatibility is assured with a
choice of current, pulse and serial data. Please refer to the converter manual provided with your meter.
Ultra Mag operating parameters are set via the electronics keypad. The software features multilevel password
protection capability to prevent inadvertent program or setting changes. Data is stored in nonvolatile memory.
The anged end tube design permits use in a wide range of applications. The fabricated tube is stainless steel
with steel or stainless steel anges and incorporates the UltraLiner, an NSF approved fusion-bonded epoxy liner.
1.2 Uncrating
The shipping crate contains the following items:
Electromagnetic Meter Assembly with grounding wire attached
Converter Cable (attached to meter)
Signal Converter
Grounding Ring (optional for 4”-12”models)
Ground Wires (2)
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manuals for both the sensor and converter
When uncrating the Ultra Mag, any damage due to rough or improper handling should be reported to the
transportation rm and McCrometer. If for any reason it is determined that the unit or parts of the unit should be
returned to the factory, please contact McCrometer for clearance prior to shipment. Each unit must be properly
crated to prevent any further damage. The factory assumes no responsibility for equipment damaged in return
shipment due to improper packaging.

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1.3. Parts List With Remote Mount Converter
* INSERT METER SIZE TO COMPLETE PART NUMBER - INSERT -02 FOR 2”, -04 FOR 4”, -06 FOR 6”, ETC.
‡‡ 2” - 6” INSERT -02; 8” - 12”, INSERT -08; 14” -20”, INSERT -14; 24” -30”, INSERT -24; 36”, INSERT -36
When ordering replacement parts, please specify: Meter Size • Meter Model • Meter Serial Number
Figure 3: 14” And Larger Model
NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
1 880003032 AC Converter (Dual 4-20mA Output)
1 880003042 DC Converter (Dual 4-20mA Output)
1 880003043 AC Converter w/ Modbus RS485 Communications Protocol
2 1-1701-11 Dual Cables - Submersible
3 3-2757-‡‡ Grounding Wire Assembly
4 3-2781-* Grounding Rings, Stainless Steel (Optional on 4”-12”)
5 1-1557-* Gaskets (Optional)
6 1-1201-10 Nut, Hex, Brass
7 15029 Earth Ground Wire
Figure 1: 2”- 3” Model Figure 2: 4” - 12” Model
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5
6
7
2
4
3
5
5
6
1
7
4
5
1
2
7
4
6
Optional on
4” - 12”
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2. SENSOR INSTALLATION
2.1 Installation Considerations
2.1.1 Grounding And Electrical Interference
The sensor body must have electrical contact with the media. This is achieved via a grounding ring or grounding
button. NOTE: The grounding ring is optional only on 4” through 12”models.
Always ensure that the converter and the sensor are grounded (earthed) correctly. The grounding of the sensor
and converter ensures that the equipment and liquid have an equal potential. For most installations the quality
of grounding by the provided cabling assures the sensor is properly grounded and additional grounding of the
sensor is not required. However, in instances where this is not the case, i.e. the equipment and uid do not have
an equal potential, such as where the installation location and/or media is subjected to electrical interference,
additional grounding steps may be required. Consult an electrician experienced with instrumentation
installations to determine if electrical interference is present. For further information on installation
environments and sensor grounding, please contact McCrometer Technical Support.
2.1.2 Lines With Cathodic Protection
On meters installed on a line with cathodic protection it may be necessary to insulate the meter from the line.
Consult your cathodic protection vendor for instructions.
2.1.3 Fluid Conductivity
The uid to be measured must have a minimum conductivity of 5μS/cm for an electromagnetic ow meter
to operate. Systems with such low conductivity require that the system is well grounded with no electrical
IMPORTANT: Verify the Meter Serial Numbers on both the converter and sensor match. This will insure
a properly calibrated system. The Meter Serial Number is located on a plate on the body of the sensor,
and the Converter Serial Number and the Meter Serial Number are located on a label on the side of the
converter. Insure the Meter Serial Number on the sensor and the converter tags match.
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1.4 Serial Numbers
The converter and sensor are supplied as a matched system. Verify the meter serial numbers on both the
converter and sensor match. This will insure a properly calibrated system.
The tag on the side of the converter has the Converter Model Number, the Converter Serial Number and the
Meter Serial number, which is calibrated to the converter. An example is Shown below.
Figure 4: Converter Serial Number Tag
Converter Model
Number
Converter Serial
Number
Meter Serial Number
Converter Model: 880003xxx
Converter SN: E12-34567
Meter Model: UM08-10
Meter SN: UM20130xxx
http://www.mccrometer.com
USC
®
ConverterModel: 880003xxx
ConverterSN: E12-34567
MeterModel: UM08-10
MeterSN: UM20130xxx
http://www.mccrometer.com
USC
®
IMPORTANT: Nothing in this manual subsides local building codes.
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interference. Also, In low conductivity uids (less than 50 μS/cm) long cable lengths may aect ow meter’s
ability to read the ow signal.
To eliminate rapid changes in uid conductivity, it is recommended that all blending and chemical injecting
be done downstream of the meter to avoid possible measurement error and/or issues. If blending or chemical
injecting is performed upstream of the meter, is should be done upstream of the meter early enough so the ow
media is thoroughly mixed prior to entering the measurement area.
2.1.4 Meter Mounted Converter Location
Adjoining pipe must be adequately supported, and the area around the sensor should provide sucient
drainage to prevent ooding the converter or conduits.
The location chosen should provide room to read the display and be free from harsh electrical noise from
adjacent equipment, cables, R.F.I., or E.M.I. The signal converter should not be subjected to intense, prolonged
sunlight and/or vibrations. Unit should also be protected from heat.
2.1.5 Remote Mount
The signal converter may be installed in a desired location provided that free access is available to allow the
display to be viewed as required. The unit can be either wall mounted or panel mounted with masonry xings
or nuts and bolts respectively via the xing holes provided. The maximum distance between the meter and the
converter is 200 feet. For applications with extended lengths, consult factory.
2.1.6 Grounding Ring And Gaskets
The grounding rings and gaskets must be used to ensure a positive seal at the anges, and to ensure uid is
properly grounded to sensor. The grounding ring is optional on the 4” through 12” models as these models
utilize grounding buttons.
2.1.7 Converter/transmitter Connections
Connections to the sensor must be made with cable supplied by McCrometer specically for that purpose. Do
not substitute the supplied cable with other types of cable, even for short runs. For repairs or added lengths of
cable, the entire cable between the sensor and the converter must be replaced. (Consult factory for replacement
cable.)
2.2 Positioning The Sensor
2.2.1 Pipe Diameters
For proper accuracies any 90 or 45 degree elbows, valves, partially opened valves etc. should be placed not
closer than one pipe diameter upstream and zero pipe diameters downstream.
2.2.2 Flow Direction
The ow of the medium should correspond to the direction shown by the arrow on the sensor.
2. SENSOR INSTALLATION - Cont.
1: Gaskets must be used on either side of the grounding ring to provide a proper seal on the anges.
One gasket is used on anges without a grounding ring.
2: Rings & gaskets must align concentrically with the pipe so they do not obstruct or aect ow through
the tube.
Information For All Installations

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C. Traps To Ensure Full Pipe Fluid Level
A. Horizontal Installation
Figure 5: Sensor Orientation Options
B. Vertical Installation
2. SENSOR INSTALLATION - Cont.
Fluid Level
FLOW DIRECTION
FLOW DIRECTION
Fluid Level
FLOW DIRECTION
FLOW DIRECTION
FLOW DIRECTION
Traps To Ensure Fluid Level
Fluid Level
FLOW DIRECTION
FLOW DIRECTION
Fluid Level
FLOW DIRECTION
FLOW DIRECTION
FLOW DIRECTION
Fluid level
Fluid Level
FLOW DIRECTION
FLOW DIRECTION
Fluid Level
FLOW DIRECTION
FLOW DIRECTION
FLOW DIRECTION
Fluid Level
FLOW DIRECTION
FLOW DIRECTION
Fluid Level
FLOW DIRECTION
FLOW DIRECTION
Fluid level
FLOW DIRECTION
2.2.3 Sensor Orientation
The following installation recommendations should be followed (see Figure 2 for installation diagrams):
A. In horizontal pipe runs, the meter should be installed so that the junction box is vertical insuring the
electrodes are positioned to prevent coating by sediments or loss of electrode contact due to air bubbles.
B. In vertical pipe runs, the ow should be upward. In slurry application, a vertical position ensures optimal
distribution of solids under all ow conditions.
C. In pipes which may encounter less than a full pipe of uid, the meter must be positioned in a trap to ensure
that the sensor is always completely lled with liquid.

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3. QUICK CONNECT CABLE ENDS (OPTIONAL)
Quick Connect cable end ttings are optional. If selected at the time of order, follow the instructions below:
1. Remove the protective caps from both the receiving ports and the cable ends.
2. Insert the cable end into the port until fully seated, then turn the knurled collar on the cable to the right until
the cable is tight.
3. With both cables properly attached to the meter, connect the meter-end protective cap to the cable-end
protective cap. This insures that the protective caps remain free from dirt.
IMPORTANT NOTE: When the cables are not attached to the meter insure that the
protective caps are properly secured to cable ends and the receiving ports to insure all
connections remain free from dirt.
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Figure 11: Optional Quick Connect Cable Ends
Meter-End
Receiving Ports
Protective Caps
Knurled Collar

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Figure 14: 14+" Models Body Style
4. DIMENSIONS
Figure 12: 2" and 3" Models Body Style
Figure 13: 4" to 12" Models Body Style
End View
Side View
End View
Side View
C
A
E
D
C
B
A
E
Side View
End View
**Grounding Rings are 0.125" thick.
E
C
B
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4. DIMENSIONS - Cont.
Meter Body Dimenesions And Weights
†Shipping weights are estimated and may change due to specic order packaging.
* Laying lengths for meters with ANSI Class 150 Flanges are equal to UM08 laying lengths
** Consult factory
Pipe Size
(Nominal)
Meter
Pipe ID
Flow Ranges GPM
Standard
.2 to 32 FPS
Min - Max
DIMENSIONS
(Lay Lengths)
†Estimated
Shipping
Weight (lbs.)
A* BC D E UM06 UM08
UM06 UM08 UM06 UM08
2" 2.117 2 - 340 11.00 11.00 6.70 6.00 6.50 7.90 9.26 110 140
3" 3.220 5 - 730 13.40 13.40 6.70 7.50 8.25 9.40 10.01 115 150
4" 3.720 8 - 1,140 13.40 13.40 n/a 9.00 10.00 n/a 8.06 120 165
6" 5.692 19 - 2,660 14.60 14.60 n/a 11.00 12.50 n/a 9.06 125 170
8" 7.692 33 - 4,870 16.10 17.25 n/a 13.50 15.00 n/a 10.06 130 195
10" 9.682 52 - 7,670 18.50 18.50 n/a 16.00 17.50 n/a 10.46 165 250
12" 11.682 74 - 11,180 19.70 19.70 n/a 19.00 20.50 n/a 12.31 230 345
14" 13.440 90 - 16,070 21.70 22.75 12.00 21.00 23.00 20.30 15..46 350 480
16" 15.440 118 - 20,900 23.60 25.25 14.20 23.50 25.50 21.10 16.21 410 645
18" 17.440 150 - 26,480 23.60 25.25 14.20 25.00 28.00 21.10 17.21 495 750
20" 19.440 185 - 32,720 25.60 28.25 16.20 27.50 30.50 24.80 18.26 570 880
24" 23.440 270 - 47,180 30.70 35.75 21.70 32.00 36.00 29.60 20.11 825 1600
30" 29.190 420 - 73,620 35.80 41.75 26.50 38.75 43.00 35.90 23.26 1200 2350
36" 35.190 610 - 105,930 46.10 46.10 28.20 46.00 50.00 42.70 26.66 1750 2950
42" 41.190 830 - 144,370 48.05 ** 32.10 52.75 ** 48.35 29.99 ** **
48" 47.190 1,080 - 188,430 50.00 ** 36.00 59.50 ** 54.00 33.31 ** **