Tek-Trol Tek-Clamp 1200A User manual

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Tek-Clamp 1200A
Ultrasonic Clamp-On Flowmeter
796 Tek Drive, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 USA [phone] |[phone] [phone] www.tek-trol.com
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1. Before You Begin
2. Unpack
Tek-Clamp 1200A Ultrasonic Clamp-On Flowmeter
Make sure the transmitter is installed by qualied personnel and in accordance with the applicable code
of practice.
Disconnect the power before servicing, to prevent ignition of ammable or combustible atmospheres.
Turn o the main power source to the Tek-Clamp 1200A and ensure lines to any other external power
sources are disconnected, or not powered while wiring the owmeter.
3. Dimensional Drawing
(0.65 ft)
(ø0.002 ft)
9.88"
3.77"
8.26"
6.69"
7.48"
0.035"
(0.82 ft)
(0.55 ft)
(0.68 ft)
(0.31 ft)
(0.95 ft) 11.41"

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4. Mounting
The transducers of the Tek-Clamp 1200A-100F1 can be mounted in 2 ways: the V method and the Z method.
V Method
The V method is a standard installation method and convenient to use for precise measurement of ow. While
installing the two transducers, they are horizontally aligned. The transducers center lines are parallel with the
pipe axis line. They are suitable for pipe diameter range ½”to 16”(DN15 mm-DN400 mm).
Z Method
When the pipe diameter is wide, there are suspended matters in the uid, or the scaling is too thick, it can inter-
fere with the normal functioning of the owmeter, this weakens the signal in a V method installation. If this hap-
pens, the Z method of installation is used. It is also called the single sound path as it can directly transfer the
pulse without any reection required, which is required in V method and therefore has less signal attenuation.

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6. Power Supply
5. Display
The Tek-Clamp 1200A Ultrasonic Flowmeter uses of a 16 key keyboard monitor. The 16 keys include: 10 Digit keys,
2 Up/Down arrow keys, 1 Menu key, 1 Enter key, 1 Decimal Point key and 1 Backspace key. The keyboard allows
users to program quickly and easily. It has a 2 line x 20 characters LCD display.
Menu key
Enter key
Decimal Point key
Backspace key
Down arrow keys
Up arrow keys

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10. Installation
7. Grounding
Installation of the Transducers
Cut o power before connecting cables. The power voltage must match that indicated in the junction
box of the transmitter and the earth connector must be well connected with earth wire to ensure its
intrinsic safety performance.
Make sure that the power is shut o to avoid electric shock when installing the transmitter. Follow the
installation and operation instruction manual to ensure the safe operation.
Note: Make sure the power board terminal block is grounded.
8. Communication
Communication can be done with the help of RS485.
Note: Please connect the cables to the RS485 terminal as shown in Power Supplysection of this quick start
guide.
9. Conguration
The Tek-Clamp 1200A-100F1 can be congured with the help of a 16 key keyboard monitor. Below, some of the
keyboard uses are outlined:
• ‘0-9’ and ‘ . ’ are used to input numerical values and menu numbers.
• ‘ ’ key is used to left backspace or delete left characters.
• ‘< /+>’ and ‘< /- >’ are used to shift to the Upper and Lower menu. When inputting the digits, these are
equal to the “+” or “-” keys.
• The ‘Menu’key brings up the main menu.
• The ‘Enter’ key is mainly used to ensure the digit and chosen content has been input the other function is to
press it to enter Modify status before setting parameters.
To ensure measurement accuracy and stability, the installation point of transducers should be on the straight
pipe full of well-distributed uid (when installing, the pipe must be full of liquid), and should follow the points
below:
• The pipe must be full of uniform liquid that is easy for the ultrasonic pulse to travel through (vertical pipe or
horizontal pipe).
• Avoid installing the transducer at the highest point of the pipe system or on the vertical pipe with free exit
(down ow).

• For an open pipe or half full pipe, transducers should be installed at the bottom of the U pipe.
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The length of pipe that is more
than 5 times pf pipe diameter
Pipe wall
Antisust layer
Scaling layer
The top of pipe system
Vertical pipe with free exit
The length of pipe that is more
than 10 times pf pipe diameter

• The temperature and pressure on the installation point should be within the work-ability of the transducers.
• Pay attention to the pipe’s inner wall and check for pollution build-up. Select a pipe without any or very little
build-up of sediment because it may interfere with the signal.
• In cases of horizontal piping, mount the detector within ±45° of the horizontal plane. Otherwise, the
measurement may be impossible if bubbles stay in the upper part of piping or if deposits are accumulated
in the lower part of piping. In cases of vertical piping, the detector may be mounted at any position on its
periphery provided that the ow is upward.
Installation of the Wall Mount Enclosure
• Find an easily accessible location where wire connections can be made and meter readings can be taken from
oor level.
• Mount the enclosure on a vibration-free surface.
• Avoid sites such as the plenum of a fan coil, heat exchanger, or other housings containing motors.
• Avoid mounting the enclosure in close proximity to VFD’s, electric motors or other strong sources of electrical
interference.
Note: Secure at least 4 inch (0.33 ft) of space between the ow transmitter and the nearby wall. Also secure a
space for opening the front cover for maintenance. Secure a cable wiring space under the enclosure.
Improper installation has the potential to cause injury and to damage the instrument.
Periodically inspect the power cables, transducer cables, cable glands, and the enclosure for signs of
damage. Inspect the transducer installation and mounting hardware for loose connections.
Note: For additional information regarding installation, refer to the detailed manual.
Note: For error messages and menu window details, refer to the detailed manual.
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Tek-Clamp 1200A
796 Tek Drive
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
USA
Tel : [phone]
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www.tek-trol.com
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