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AquaProbe
Insertion Type
Electromagnetic Flowmeters
ABB Kent-Taylor
Installation Manual
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- Page 1 A lw o il t e d la c t io d r y r o t t e d f o r t o r t iv il s t t o r a t in c le ABB Kent-Taylor...
- Page 2 St Neots, U.K. – Cert. No. Q5907 analysis and environmental applications. Stonehouse, U.K. – Cert. No. FM 21106 As a part of ABB, a world leader in process automation technology, we offer customers application expertise, service and support worldwide. UNI EN 29001 (ISO 9001) We are committed to teamwork, high quality manufacturing, advanced technology and unrivalled service and support.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS CONTENTS Page Page INTRODUCTION ..........2 SETTING UP ........... 14 System Schematic ........2 Introduction ..........14 Centre Line Method ....... 14 PREPARATION ..........2 Mean Axial Velocity Method ( ⁄ Diameter) 14 Checking the Code Number ....2 Partial Velocity Traverse ...... -
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION PREPARATION The AquaProbe electromagnetic insertion flowmeter is 2.1 Checking the Code Number – Fig. 2.1 designed for measurement of the velocity of water. The flowmeter, available in four standard lengths, can be installed in any pipeline of internal diameter from 200mm (8in) to 8000mm (360in), through a small tapping. -
Page 5: Mechanical Installation
MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 3.1 Location – Environmental Conditions 3.1.1 AquaProbe – Fig. 3.1 3.1.2 Transmitter – Fig. 3.2 50°C (120°F) 60°C (140°F) Max. Max. -20°C (-4°F) –20°C (-4°F) Min. Min. A – Within Temperature Limits A – Within Temperature Limits (30ft) 1.5m (60in) IP68 (NEMA 6) -
Page 6: Location - Flow Conditions
…3 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 3.2 Location – Flow Conditions The probe may be installed in one of two positions in the pipe; either on the centre line or at the mean axial velocity point ⁄ pipe diameter). It may also be traversed across the pipe to determine the velocity profile. -
Page 7: Velocity Limitations
3 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 3.2.2 Velocity Limitations – Figs. 3.4 to 3.6 All insertion probe devices are susceptible to the vortex shedding effect which can cause severe vibration of the probe, resulting in damage and/or measurement instability. Electromagnetic devices with no moving parts, such as AquaProbe, are less susceptible to this effect than mechanical devices. -
Page 8: Location - Mechanical
…3 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 3.3 Location – Mechanical 3.3.2 Transmitter – Fig. 3.8 3.3.1 AquaProbe – Fig. 3.7 320mm (12.5in) 150mm (6in) 2 Holes, 100mm (4in) 8mm (0.32in) Diameter Fixing Centres 800, 1000, 1200 or 1400mm (32, 40, 48 or 56in) 1in BSP 1.5in BSP 1in NPT... -
Page 9: Safety
3 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION… 3.4 Safety – Fig. 3.9 3.5 Installing the AquaProbe – Figs. 3.10 and 3.11 Warning. The Aquaprobe is provided with a safety Warning. When inserting or removing the mechanism (see Fig. 3.9) which should be attached to its AquaProbe suitable restraining equipment must be used securing collar as shown in Fig. -
Page 10: Setting The Insertion Depth
…3 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 3.6 Setting the Insertion Depth 3.6.2 Centre Line Method for Pipe Diameters >1m ≤ ≤ ≤ 3.6.1 Centre Line Method for Pipe Diameters 2m (>40in 80in) – Fig. 3.13 ≤ 40in ) – Fig. 3.12 Warning. When inserting or removing the AquaProbe suitable restraining equipment must be used to prevent the probe being forced out under Warning. -
Page 11: Mean Axial Velocity Method
3 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 3.6.3 Mean Axial Velocity Method – Fig. 3.14 3.7 AquaProbe Alignment – Fig. 3.15 Warning. When inserting or removing the Warning. When inserting or removing the AquaProbe suitable restraining equipment must be AquaProbe suitable restraining equipment must be used to prevent the probe being forced out under used to prevent the probe being forced out under pressure. -
Page 12: Electrical Installation
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 4.2 Grounding AquaProbe is usually supplied with an integral cable and potted terminal box. The cable is fitted with the necessary Caution. All earth bonding (grounding) must be in plugs for connection to the AquaProbe transmitter. In some accordance with relevant national and local standards. -
Page 13: Data Logger Connections
4 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION… 4.4 Data Logger Connections – Figs. 4.2 to 4.5 4.4.3 Bi-directional Data Logger – Fig. 4.4 If required, the transmitter may be connected to a data logger Where an AquaProbe is replacing an existing electro- using suitable cables – see Section 8.1. Additional connection mechanical probe the following circuitry may be required. -
Page 14: Cable Type And Preparation
…4 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 4.5 Cable Type and Preparation – Figs. 4.6 and 4.7 If the cable assembly is supplied independent of the AquaProbe the cable end must be prepared as detailed in Fig. 4.7 before connection to the probe head. White Coaxial Core Black Coaxial Core Signal Core... -
Page 15: Probe Head Connections
4 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 4.6 Probe Head Connections – Fig. 4.8 4.7 Power Supply Unit The probe head connections must potted immediately on A 12V power supply unit may be connected to the AquaProbe completion to prevent ingress of moisture – refer to Appendix transmitter instead of the battery pack. -
Page 16: Setting Up
SETTING UP 5.1 Introduction 5.4 Partial Velocity Traverse basic equation volume measurement using Refer to the Appendix A1 for procedure. AquaProbe is: Q = A F 5.5 AquaProbe Transmitter Set-up Where: flow rate, The AquaProbe Transmitter can be set up to display point insertion factor velocity, mean velocity or flow rate, as required. -
Page 17: Operation
OPERATION For full details of operation and displays refer to the 6.2 Battery Pack Replacement AquaProbe Transmitter Configuration Manual (IM/AQUAPB- The totaliser display is maintained for approximately one CM). minute after removal of power to enable the battery pack to be changed. -
Page 18: Fault Finding
FAULT FINDING Refer to Fig. 7.1 for fault diagnosis procedure. If a fault is found which cannot be resolved using the procedure detailed in Fig. 7.1, return the AquaProbe Transmitter to The Company. Start Connect power to unit Display response correct? See Fig. -
Page 19: Spares
SPARES 8.1 Accessories – Fig. 8.1 Communications adaptor (to connect to Psion Organiser etc.) WEBC 0004 Serial Data Lead (to connect PC to 'A' above) WEBC 0003 Output Cable Assembly (14 core plus screen) MVBX 99147 Power Supply Lead STT 3162 Battery Pack STT 3201 Display Operating Wand... -
Page 20: Appendices
APPENDICES A1 Testing the Flow Profile for Symmetry If the ratio is between 0.95 and 1.05 the flow profile is acceptable and the procedure detailed in section 5.2 can be If there is any doubt as to the symmetry of the flow profile (see used. -
Page 21: A2 Potting The Probe Head Connections
APPENDICES A2 Potting the Probe Head Connections Warnings. Potting materials are toxic – use suitable safety precautions Read the manufacturer's instructions carefully before preparing the potting material. Notes. The probe head connections must be potted immediately on completion, to prevent ingress of moisture. Check all connections before potting –... - Page 22 NOTES...