WIKA FLC-608 User manual

Operating Instructions
ENElectromagnetic flow meter FLC-608 converter
Electromagnetic flow meter FLC-608

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Contents
Table of contents
1. Introduction 5
1.1 Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2 General information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.3 Manufacturer’s statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.4 Packing verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.5 Preliminary notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.6 Product identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.7 Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2. Product description 7
2.1 Operating principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2 Available versions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.3 Converter installation types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.4 Casing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.5 Power batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.6 Data safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.7 Remote data reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.8 Optional modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.8.1 Hart protocol available for FLC-608A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
2.8.2 Optional module Pression/Temperature for FLC-608A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3. Technical specifications 10
3.1 Overall dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1.1 Version FLC-608A (Compact) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1.2 Version FLC-608B/R (Compact) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.1.3 Version FLC-608A (Remote) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.1.4 Version FLC-608B/R (Remote) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.1.5 Version FLC-608P (Remote) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.1.6 Version FLC-608I (Remote). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
3.2 Certificates and approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.3 General technical features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.4 Accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4. Installation 17
4.1 Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.2 Converter positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4.2.1 Compact version: positioning and installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4.2.2 Remote version: positioning and installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4.2.3 Relation between conductivity and cable length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4.2.4 FLC-608R Compact version: installation of the solar panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.3 Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.3.1 Wiring diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
4.3.2 Connection to the sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4.3.3 Connection options I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
4.3.4 Electrical grounding of the converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
4.3.5 Connection to the power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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5. FLC-608 converter programming 24
5.1 Converter configuration methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5.1.1 Software FLC-608 configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5.1.2 Converter Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.2 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.2.1 Data display description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.2.2 Status icons identification and description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.2.3 Device programming/configuration menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.3 Menu items description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.3.1 Menu Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.3.2 Menu Counters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
5.3.3 Menu Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
5.3.4 Menu I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.3.5 Menu Other. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
5.3.6 Menu Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
6. Maintenance 35
6.1 Cable gland closing and gasket condition check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
6.2 Battery installation/replacement on FLC-608B/R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
6.2.1 Battery installation/replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7. Troubleshooting 37
7.1 Malfunctioning and possible solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
7.2 Alarm messages solution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
8. Dismounting, return and disposal 39
8.1 Dismounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
8.2 Return . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
8.3 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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1. Introduction
1. Introduction
1.1 Conventions
This document must be delivered to the user before machine
installation and commissioning. In order to draw the attention
of all personnel working with the equipment supplied
by Euromisure, the points of particular importance described
in this manual are highlighted with graphic signs that will
make them easily identifiable.
CAUTION!
... indicates a risk of electric shock!
All operations marked with this sign must be
performed exclusively by qualified technical
personnel.
CAUTION / WARNING!
...indicates vital information and points to be
observed. Please refer to the related documents.
NOTE
...indicates information and points of particular
importance to be observed.
1.2 General information
IMPORTANT WARNING!
It is very important that all personnel working
with the equipment have read and understood
the instructions and indications provided in this
manual, and that they follow them prior to using
the equipment itself. The manufacturer assumes
no responsibility for the consequences resulting
from improper use by the worker.
The suitability of the device for particular purposes shall be
the worker’s responsibility.
The warranty will be considered void in cases of improper
installation and use of devices (systems).
■The manufacturer shall bear no responsibility for any
damage caused by improper use, improper installation,
or tampering of own products. Installation, connection,
commissioning, and maintenance must be carried out by
personnel who are qualified and authorized for this purpose.
The personnel in charge of the installation must make sure
that the measurement system is properly connected as per
the wiring diagram indicated in this document.
■The manufacturer shall bear no responsibility for any
damages or injuries resulting from any misunderstanding
of this manual. In order to avoid possible accidents to
persons or things caused by incorrect interpretation of the
instructions, the user must not proceed with operations
and/or interventions on the converter if there are
uncertainties or doubts regarding the operation(s) to
be performed.We recommend contacting Assistance
Service for clarifications in this regard for more precise
instructions.
■The manufacturer will be held responsible only if the
converter will be used in its original configuration.
For applications that require high working pressures or
use of substances that may be dangerous for people, the
environment, equipment, or anything else: in case of pipe
breakage, Euromisure recommends to take necessary
precautions, such as adequate positioning and protection
or installation of a guard or safety valve, before installing the
CONVERTER in the COMPACT version.
The device contains live electrical components; therefore,
installation, checks, and maintenance must be carried out
by experienced and qualified personnel who are aware of
all necessary precautions to be taken. Before opening any
internal part, please disconnect the power supply.
1.3 Manufacturer’s statement
■Stresses and loads possibly caused by earthquakes,
strong winds, fire damage, vibrations and natural disasters
were not taken into account in the phase of machine
designing.
■Do not install the machine in such a way that it acts as a
focus for stresses on the pipes. External loads were not
taken into account in the device configuration.
■While the device is working, the pressure, supply voltage,
and/or temperature values indicated on the label or in this
Operating Manual must not be exceeded.
1.4 Packing verification
At the moment of purchase and/or upon receipt of the
product, the buyer is strongly advised to check the quality
of the packaging, which must be intact, without visible dents,
and completely and correctly closed.
When opening the packaging, also check that the product
complies with the information on the packing list in terms of
completeness of components/accessories.
NOTE
All WIKA software packages are available on
the USB flash drive key that accompanies the
product.

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1. Introduction
1.5 Preliminary notes
Main parts of the electromagnetic flowmeter are:
■Sensor – installed in the tube with the use of flanges
and other joints;
■Converter – can be installed on the sensor (in compact
version) or remotely (in remote version) connected with
two pipes.
Electromagnetic flow meters have many important
advantages compared to their mechanical counterparts,
such as exceptional long-term stability, maximum process
reliability, and zero maintenance. As a result, these sensors
can provide accurate and reliable long-term measurements.
See the following paragraphs for more detailed information
on correct installation.
NOTE
Electromagnetic flow meters are designed
specifically to operate under the following basic
conditions:
▶the liquid must be conductive;
▶the tube must always be completely full;
▶the input and output distances must be
on recommended settings;
▶The grounding instructions must be followed.
1.6 Product identification
Each FLC-608 Converter manufactured by Euromisure has
a Standard identification plate (Fig. 1) or OIML (Fig. 2), that
displays the following information.
Standard plate:
■CE conformity mark;
■: it means that
the product must be disposed of in according to the legal
requirements.
■MODEL: converter model;
■IP: converter protection class;
■S/N: serial number which identifies the device;
■TEMP: minimum/maximum temperature of the working
conditions;
■POWER S.: supply or battery voltage (FLC-608B);
■: power supply frequency;
■COUPLING: serial number which identifies the sensor
connected to the converter;
■OPTIONAL: other modules can be added;
Fig. 1: Standard Identification Plate
OIML plate:
■CE conformity mark;
■: it means that
the product must be disposed of in according to the legal
requirements.
■FLC-2200EL/...: sensor/converter model;
■S/N: sensor/converter serial number;
■: production year;
■: diameter of the flange;
■Q3: permanent flow rate and ratio;
■Supply: voltage and frequency;
■R49/2013...: reference certificate;
■MAP: maximum allowable pressure;
■Press Loss Class: pressure loss class;
■Env. Class: environmental class;
■EMC Class: EMC class;
■Inst. Sensitivity: installation sensitivity class;
Fig. 2: OIML plate
NOTE
The identification plate must never be removed,
damaged or changed. It must also be kept clean
from any dirt deposits, as the data contained are
the only safe and unambiguous way to recognize
the type of converter in your possession.
.
1.7 Applications
FLC-608 is widely used for purposes in which it is important
to measure the flow rate of electrically conductive liquids.
Examples of typical applications for the FLC-608 converter
are:
■Extraction and distribution points;
■District-level measures;
■Irrigation;
■Wastewater treatment systems;
■Leak detection systems;
■Remote applications without access to electrical grid.

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2. Product description
2. Product description
2.1 Operating principle
FLC-608 converter has been designed with the aim of
fulfillment of all the requirements of modern water management
systems, through a flexible and hybrid electronics which,
depending on the model, offers various power supply solutions.
An electromotive force is induced at the ends of a conducting
fluid that moves with velocity vin a magnetic induction field 
and can be expressed as:

Where:
■is constant by construction;
■Dis constant and represents the distance between
the electrodes E1 and E2 (equivalent to the diameter
of the flow meter);
■vis the fluid velocity;
■kis the calibration constant.
The electromotive force «e» is proportional to the speed
«v».
1Electromotive force (proportional to the velocity)
2Electrodes
3Magnetic field
4Coils
1
2
3
4
2.2 Available versions
The FLC-608 converter is available in 5 versions, and can
cover all the different types of applications depending on the
category of system to be monitored. Specifically, Euromisure
produces the converter in the following versions:
FLC-608A
Power 12/24 Vac-dc
or 90/264 Vac.
Aluminium casing.

Battery powered with useful
life up to 10 years (maximum
diameter DN600 with
integrated flow meters).
Aluminium casing.
FLC-608R
Rechargeable battery powered,
with solar panel (maximum
diameter DN600 with
integrated flow meters).
Aluminium casing.
FLC-608P
Power at 12/24 Vac-dc.
Version with a panel.
Polycarbonate casing.
FLC-608I
Power at 12/24 Vac-dc
or 90/264 Vac with internal
back-up battery or rechargeable
battery with solar panel.
Stainless steel casing.

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2. Product description
2.3 Converter installation types
Depending on the version of the FLC-608 converter, it can be
installed in the system in two different ways:
Compact - Fig. 3
The converter is mounted to
the relevant detection sensor.
Remote - Fig. 4
The converter, if powered from
the mains (FLC-608A/P/I)
can be installed up to 100 m
away from the sensor while
battery-powered converter
(FLC-608B/R) can be installed
up to a maximum of 30 m away
from the sensor.
2.4 Casing
The FLC-608 converter is protected by suitable casing
specifically chosen for each product version. In particular,
protective casings can be:
■Solid and reliable casing in aluminium IP68 for
FLC-608A/B/R;
■Stainless steel IP54 casing for FLC-608I for remote
installations;
■Solid thermoplastic casing for installations in electrical
cabinets FLC-608P.
2.5 Power batteries
The FLC-608B and FLC-608R converters are battery-
powered via a primary lithium battery as well as a
rechargeable lithium battery.
It is therefore necessary to consider that lithium batteries
are the primary energy source because of their high-energy
density, and are created to meet the highest safety
standards. However, they can be potentially hazardous
if they are exposed to electrical or mechanical abuse.
In many cases, this is associated with excessive heat
production in which the increased internal pressure could
lead to cell rupture.These basic precautions need to be
followed when handling and using lithium batteries:
WARNING! IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
▶Do not short-circuit, recharge, overload or
reverse-connect the battery.
▶Do not expose the battery to temperatures
higher than those specified, as it will
incinerate.
▶Do not crush, puncture or open the cells
or disassemble the battery packs.
▶Do not weld or braze the battery body
or battery packs.
▶Do not expose the contents to water.
The use of lithium batteries is regulated under the United
Nations Model Regulations on the Transport of Dangerous
Goods (UN Model Regulations on the Transport of
Dangerous Goods), document ST/SG/AC.10/1 Rev. 20.
These are basic precautions that should be followed during
the transport of lithium batteries:
IMPORTANT NOTES!
▶Transport only in special packages with labels
and special transport documents specific to
current regulations.
▶Be careful when handling, transporting
and packing the batteries so as to avoid
short-circuiting.
▶The batteries comply with the requirements
set out in the “UN Manual of Tests and
Criteria, Part III, subsection 38.3” for air
transport and with the provisions of the ADR
regulations for transport by truck/ship.
WARNING! IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
Remove the battery from the transmitter before
sending the flow meter to Euromisure in case
of maintenance or any intervention under
warranty.

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2.6 Data safety
All versions of the FLC-608 converter guarantee safety of
the collected and processed data as a result of the internal
memory (EEPROM) on which the data are saved.
The integrated circulating memory allows the storage of data
with 200,000 log lines.The data are kept for more than 6
years with factory settings. When the memory is full, the new
data will automatically overwrite the old data.
In order to prevent the loss of saved data, and to be able
to better manage it on its management systems, the unit
is supplied with a specialized software that allows users to
communicate with the electronics of the FLC-608 via IrCOM
or RS485 Modbus serial interfaces, that can be connected
to any PC, laptop and/or tablet with a Windows Operating
System.
Fast download, data management, easy programming and
an advanced self-diagnosis system, that automatically
perform a wide range of essential checks, make the FLC-608
converter a highly efficient and irreplaceable tool for fluid
detection in water management systems.
A multi-level password system also allows controlled access
to the data collected and guarantees confidentiality.
2.7 Remote data reading
The GSM module allows data collection on site and remote
monitoring via the GSM/GPRS network and permits any
client to access all the information easily and without any
cost. An additional communication module automatically
sends the information via SMS, e-mail (with or without
attachment).
2.8 Optional modules
2.8.1 
The FLC-608A/I converter can be equipped with an optional
module (installable only by the manufacturer) which acquires
the Hart connectivity on the 4-20 mA output, granting the
access to all quantities measured by the device as well as
to the operating parameters. A FLC-608 converter equipped
with Hart connectivity has no Modbus connectivity on RS485.
For more information on Hart, refer to the relevant
documentation.
2.8.2 Optional module Pression/Temperature for
FLC-608A
All the versions of the FLC-608 converter can be equipped
with an optional module (installable only by manufacturer)
to which one or two wired probes are connected, that allow
the device to measure the pressure and temperature of the
process.This information, in addition to being stored in the
internal data logger, can be directly viewed on the display,
is accessible via Modbus / Hart and is transmitted by the
GSM module (if installed) in the manner laid out by the same
device.

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3. Technical specifications
3. Technical specifications
3.1 Overall dimensions
The overall dimensions of single versions of the FLC-608
converters are shown below.
3.1.1 Version FLC-608A (Compact)
Fig. 5: FLC-608A (Compact) dimensions
3.1.2 
