T5 Installation Guide
T5 Installation Guide
T5 Installation Guide
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Preface
Information Paragraphs
Note: These paragraphs provide information that provides a deeper understanding of the situation, but is not
essential to the proper completion of the instructions.
IMPORTANT: These paragraphs provide information that emphasizes instructions that are essential to proper setup
of the equipment. Failure to follow these instructions carefully may cause unreliable performance.
CAUTION! This symbol indicates a risk of potential minor personal injury and/or severe damage to
the equipment, unless these instructions are followed carefully.
WARNING! This symbol indicates a risk of potential serious personal injury, unless these
instructions are followed carefully.
Safety Issues
WARNING! It is the responsibility of the user to make sure all local, county, state and national
codes, regulations, rules and laws related to safety and safe operating conditions are
met for each installation.
WARNING! For installations in potentially hazardous areas, be sure to read the Certification and
Safety Statements document at the end of this manual before beginning the
installation.
Auxiliary Equipment
Local Safety Standards
The user must make sure that he operates all auxiliary equipment in accordance with local codes, standards,
regulations, or laws applicable to safety.
Working Area
WARNING! Auxiliary equipment may have both manual and automatic modes of operation. As
equipment can move suddenly and without warning, do not enter the work cell of this
equipment during automatic operation, and do not enter the work envelope of this
equipment during manual operation. If you do, serious injury can result.
WARNING! Make sure that power to the auxiliary equipment is turned OFF and locked out before
you perform maintenance procedures on the equipment.
Qualification of Personnel
Make sure that all personnel have manufacturer-approved training applicable to the auxiliary equipment.
Unauthorized Operation
Make sure that unauthorized personnel cannot gain access to the operation of the equipment.
Environmental Compliance
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
Panametrics is an active participant in Europe’s Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) take-back
initiative, directive 2012/19/EU.
The equipment that you bought has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. It may
contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment.
In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment and to diminish the pressure on the
natural resources, we encourage you to use the appropriate take-back systems. Those systems will reuse or recycle
most of the materials of your end life equipment in a sound way.
The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use those systems.
If you need more information on the collection, reuse and recycling systems, please contact your local or regional
waste administration.
IMPORTANT: This procedure only applies if you are using a Nozzle Installation Kit. If you are tapping the pipe without
using a Nozzle Installation Kit, refer to the supplied drawings in your shipment. This procedure is written
and illustrated for installations on horizontal pipes. However, the procedure is the same for vertical pipe
installations.
After you are familiar with each component, verify that the welding bosses and alignment plate shipped are for the
required transducer spacing and the pipe size described in the following steps.
Welding Boss
Nozzle
Jig
Spacer Flange
Threaded Rod
with Washer and Nut
Alignment
Plate
1.2.1 Identifying and Checking the Nozzle Installation Kit Components (cont.)
1. Check the marking on the end of the welding boss. The pipe O.D. and the bias dimension (i.e., the transducer
spacing) are engraved on the boss as shown below. Typically,
• For flow velocities up to 100 m/s (328 ft/s), the 10 in. spacing is used on pipes 18 in. (450 mm) in diameter
or larger, while the 9 in. spacing is used on pipes 16 in. (400 mm) in diameter or on larger pipes when
attenuating gases are present.
• For flow velocities up to 120 m/s (394 ft/s), the 6.4 in. spacing is used on pipes 14 in. (356 mm) in diameter
or larger.
Note: Bias dimension refers to the distance between the center of the nozzle location and the center line of the
pipe.
Pipe O.D.
36 in.
5 in.
2. Check the spacing between the holes on the alignment plate, as shown below. The dimensions should
correspond to the bias/spacing dimension on the welding boss.
12.73 in.
14.14 in.
9.05 in.
CAUTION! Correct nozzle alignment is critical to the successful operation of the flowmeter.
Therefore, all marking, positioning and welding operations must be carried out with the
utmost attention to accuracy. Unless otherwise stated, dimensional positioning of the
nozzles must be held to a tolerance of 1/16 in. (±1.6 mm) relative to each other and with
respect to the pipe centerline. The angular tolerance must be held to 1O. All hole cutting
in process piping must be performed using hot tapping equipment.
1. For optimum performance, you should select a location that has at least 20 pipe diameters of straight,
undisturbed flow upstream and 10 pipe diameters of straight, undisturbed flow downstream from the point of
measurement. Undisturbed flow means avoiding sources of turbulence such as flanges, elbows and tees;
avoiding swirl; and avoiding disturbed flow profiles. Never install the flowmeter downstream of control valves,
especially butterfly valves. If you cannot find a proper location, please consult with Panametrics Flow Application
engineering.
20D 10D
2. Use a center finder device to locate the center of the pipe. “EYEBALLING” IS NOT ADEQUATE FOR ACCURATE FLOW
MEASUREMENT!
3. Lightly punch two marks approximately 16 in. apart on the top of the pipe, running along the center line. The two
nozzle locations will be located between these two center punch marks.
~ 16 in.
Top View
1.2.2 Selecting and Marking the Pipe for Nozzle Locations (cont.)
4. Spray the area between the two punch marks on the top of the pipe with a marking dye product. Using a metal
straight edge, scribe a line between the two punch marks.
Scribe Line
Top View
5. Along the new scribe line, mark off a length equal to your transducer spacing (10 in., 9 in. or 6.4 in.) and scribe two
lines at least 10 in. in length and perpendicular to the scribe line on different sides of the scribe line.
Top View
6. Along each of the perpendicular scribe lines, lightly punch a mark at a distance equal to half of your transducer
spacing (5 in., 4.5 in. or 3.2 in.) from the center line, depending on the bias distance for your transducers. Keep in
mind that the distance along the arc of the pipe (L) from the pipe centerline is slightly greater than the
point-to-point distance through the pipe. These marks pinpoint the centers for the nozzles. Refer to Table 1 on
page 7 for arc distances for the most commonly used pipe sizes. If your pipe size is not shown in Table 1, use the
equation in the figure on page 6 to calculate the arc distance.
1.2.2 Selecting and Marking the Pipe for Nozzle Locations (cont.)
IMPORTANT: For a 3.2 in.bias distance, the downstream port must be located on the right side of the long scribe line
when viewed from the downstream end of the pipe (see the figure below). This convention is mandatory
for the 6.4 in. transducer spacing and is optional (not required) for a 10 in. or 9 in. spacing.
Flow
S L = Arc Length
along pipe
Spacing R surface
Calculate L as follows:
L = 3.142 x R x A
180
( )
Where A = Sin -1 S
R
R = Radius in inches
S = Bias in inches
End View
1.2.2 Selecting and Marking the Pipe for Nozzle Locations (cont.)
7. Scribe a 6 in. long horizontal centerline through each nozzle center location point and parallel to the original
centerline.
Scribe Lines
Top View
2. Clamp the boss in place, using a pipe strap or equivalent, so that it cannot move during tack welding.
3. Check the boss alignment again, and then tack weld the boss in each of the four grooves between the boss
scribe marks. Make sure you keep the boss contour flush with the pipe contour during the entire tack welding
operation. The boss is constructed of carbon steel.
4. Check the alignment again. If the boss is misaligned by 0.02 in. (0.5 mm) or more, remove the boss, grind off the
welds and reinstall the boss.
CAUTION! It is essential that the nozzles are set up and fixed in position using the jig and alignment
plate provided, prior to welding the nozzle.
1. Screw the threaded rod into the boss that is welded onto the pipe. If necessary, remove the washer and nut from
the threaded rod.
Threaded Rod
Welding Boss
End View
2. Insert the pipe section of the jig (the key cut section) into the pipe section of the nozzle, and fasten the assembly
together using four nuts and bolts.
Bolts
Jig
Nozzle
Side View
Threaded Rod
Jig
Nozzle
Welding Boss
End View
4. Align the nozzle scribe marks with the pipe scribe marks and tighten the assembly in place using the 1-in. washer
and nut provided. If slight misalignment occurs between the nozzle scribe marks and pipe scribe marks, loosen
the four bolts holding the jig and nozzle assembly, and rotate the nozzle for the best alignment. After the nozzle
has been accurately aligned, retighten the four bolts.
End View
5. The jig, boss, and nozzle assembly is designed to provide a 0.094 in. (2.4 mm) root gap between the beveled
edge of the nozzle and the outside diameter of the pipe. If this gap is not present all the way around the nozzle,
the nozzle must be removed and ground appropriately to provide the required clearance. If the root gap is larger
than the 0.094 in. (2.4 mm) dimension evenly all the way around the nozzle, then suitably sized washers may be
inserted between the jig and the nozzle to reduce the root gap dimension.
WARNING! Only qualified personnel should weld bosses and nozzles, using a suitable ASME IX
qualified welding procedure. All applicable safety codes should be observed.
6. Tack weld the nozzle to the pipe at four diametrically opposed points, each tack being approximately
0.2 in. (5 mm) in length. Allow the weld to cool for 30 seconds between tacks.
7. Complete the root pass and subsequent filler passes as required.
8. Allow the weld to cool, and then remove the nut, washer, jig and threaded rod.
Alignment Plate
Jig
Side View
2. Screw the threaded rod into the second boss. Then, insert the bolt/boss assembly into the jig key cut grooves and
secure it with a washer and nut on top.
Threaded Rod
Welding Boss
Side View
Threaded Rod
Welding Boss
Side View
Spacer
Flange
Jig
Welded
Nozzle
End View
Top View
5. The second welding boss should now be positioned over the second nozzle location scribe marks. Align the boss
scribe marks with the pipe scribe marks, and then tighten all of the nuts securely.
6. Check the boss alignment again, then tack weld the boss in each of the four grooves between the boss scribe
marks.
7. After tacking, check the boss alignment once more. If the boss is misaligned by 0.02 in. (0.5 mm) or more, remove
the boss by grinding off the welds, and then reinstall the boss.
8. Remove the threaded rod and the jig. Leave the alignment plate bolted to the first nozzle, with the spacer flange
sandwiched between them.
1. Insert the jig into the second nozzle and position this assembly over the boss and under the alignment plate.
Then, insert the threaded rod.
Alignment Plate
Jig Spacer
Flange
Nozzle
End View
2. The jig, boss, and nozzle assembly is designed to provide a 0.094 in. (2.4 mm) root gap between the beveled
edge of the nozzle and the outside diameter of the pipe. If this gap is not present all the way around the nozzle,
the nozzle must be removed and ground appropriately to provide the required clearance. If the root gap is larger
than the 0.094 in. (2.4 mm) dimension evenly all the way around the nozzle, then suitably sized washers may be
inserted between the jig and the nozzle to reduce the root gap dimension.
3. Secure the alignment plate by installing the two sets of four bolts on the alignment plate. Also, install the washer
and nut on the threaded rod.
4. Line up the nozzle scribe marks with the pipe scribe marks and tighten all the nuts.
5. Make sure the nozzle is still in alignment.
WARNING! Only qualified personnel should weld bosses and nozzles, using a suitable ASME IX
qualified welding procedure. All applicable safety codes should be observed.
6. Tack weld the nozzle to the pipe at four diametrically opposed points, each tack being approximately
0.2 in. (5 mm) in length. Allow the weld to cool for 30 seconds between tacks.
7. Complete the root pass and subsequent filler passes as required.
8. Allow the weld to cool, and then remove all nuts and bolts, the alignment plate, the jig, the spacer flange and the
threaded rod. The completed installation should appear as shown below.
WARNING! Hot tapping should only be performed by qualified personnel. Follow all applicable code
and safety practices during these procedures.
1. Obtain two suitable 3 in. ANSI flanged isolation valves. The valves should be a full bore type with either
150# RF flanges and a face-to-face length of 8 in. or 300# RF flanges and a face-to-face length of 11.125 in.
2. Install one of the isolation valves, including a suitable gasket, on each of the nozzles. Secure the valves with either
5/8 in. studs and nuts for 150# flanges or 3/4 in. studs and nuts for 300# flanges.
3. Orient the isolation valve handles to minimize interference during operation of the valves.
4. Hot tap holes in the pipe using a hot tap machine equipped with a 3/4 in. (19.05 mm) drill bit.
5. Then use a coupon retaining hole saw to cut a hole with a diameter of 2.36 in. (60 mm) minimum to
2.875 in. (73 mm) maximum.
1. Obtain two suitable 2 in. ANSI flanged isolation valves. The valves should be a full bore type with either
150# RF flanges and a face-to-face length of 7 in. or 300# RF flanges and a face-to-face length of 8.50 in.
2. Install one of the isolation valves, including a suitable gasket, on each of the nozzles. Secure the valves with
5/8 in. studs and nuts.
3. Orient the isolation valve handles to minimize interference during operation of the valves.
4. Hot tap holes in the pipe using a hot tap machine equipped with a 3/4 in. (19.05 mm) drill bit.
5. Then use a coupon retaining hole saw to cut a hole with a diameter of 1.81 in. (46 mm) minimum to
1.89 in. (48 mm) maximum.
WARNING! Cold tapping should only be performed by qualified personnel. Follow all applicable
code and safety practices during these procedures.
The procedure for cold tapping a pipe is the same as the hot tapping procedure described above. However, isolation
valves are not necessary during the tapping process. The hot tap machine is used directly on the nozzles. The
isolation valves are added after the tapping process has been completed.
Welding Boss
Nozzle
Jig
Threaded Rod
with Washer and Nut
Figure 2: Components for Nozzle Installation Kit
1.3.1 Identifying and Checking the Nozzle Installation Kit Components (cont.)
Check the markings on the end of the welding boss. The pipe OD and the mounting angle are engraved on the boss,
as shown below.
Pipe O.D.
Mounting Angle
CAUTION! Correct nozzle alignment is critical to the successful operation of the flowmeter.
Therefore, all marking, positioning and welding operations must be carried out with the
utmost attention to accuracy. Unless otherwise stated, dimensional positioning of the
nozzles must be held to a tolerance of 1/16 in. (±1.6 mm) relative to each other and with
respect to the pipe centerline. The angular tolerance must be held to 1O. All hole cutting
in process piping must be performed using hot tapping equipment.
1. For optimum performance, you should select a location that has at least 20 pipe diameters of straight,
undisturbed flow upstream and 10 pipe diameters of straight, undisturbed flow downstream from the point of
measurement. Undisturbed flow means avoiding sources of turbulence such as flanges, elbows and tees;
avoiding swirl; and avoiding disturbed flow profiles. Never install the flowmeter downstream of control valves,
especially butterfly valves. If you cannot find a proper location, please consult with Panametrics Flow Application
engineering.
20D 10D
45°
D
FLOW
3. At the 3 o’clock position, center punch the pipe to mark the position for the center of the first nozzle.
Side View
4. Spray this area with a marking dye product. Using a metal straight edge, scribe 6 in. long vertical and horizontal
lines that intersect at the center punch mark.
Side View
2. To account for possible variations in the O.D. of the pipe, measure the pipe O.D. at four location between the
nozzle centers. Calculate the average outside diameter based on these measurements.
D1 D2 D3 D4
Side View
3. Using a roll of polyester film (or equivalent), cut a strip of film to the following width and length:
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the sides of the film are cut parallel to each other.
Average
O.D.
4 X O.D.
Overlap Mark
Side View
5. Remove the strip of film and fold it as shown below to determine the position which is diametrically opposite the
overlap position when the film is reapplied to the pipe.
Overlap Mark
Side View
First Edge
8. The new location of the center of the second nozzle is now identified as the intersection of the fold line and the
second edge of the strip of film. Center punch this location prior to removing the strip of film.
Punch Here
Fold Mark
Second Edge
Side View
Scribe Lines
Side View
d2
X = D 2 – ----------------------------------------
-
-1
tan sin d D
3. Scribe the oblique center line on the pipe at the calculated distance from the true center line. The oblique center
line should be marked on the side of the true center line that is closer to the second nozzle location.
Side View
5. Clamp the boss in place using a pipe strap or equivalent so that it cannot move during tack welding.
6. Check the boss alignment, then tack weld the carbon steel boss to the pipe in each of the four grooves between
the boss scribe marks.
7. Remove the clamp and check the alignment again. If the boss is misaligned by 0.02 in. (0.5 mm) or more, remove
the boss, grind off the welds and reinstall the boss.
1. Screw the threaded rod into boss that is welded onto the pipe. If necessary, remove the washer and nut from the
threaded rod.
Threaded Rod
Welded Boss
2. Slide the nozzle over the threaded rod, and align the contoured end of the nozzle so that it matches the pipe arc.
Then slide the jig over the threaded rod and fit the jig into the welding boss.
Jig
Threaded Rod
Nozzle
Bolt Holes
4. The jig, boss, and nozzle assembly is designed to provide a 0.094 in. (2.4 mm) root gap between the beveled
edge of the nozzle and the outside diameter of the pipe. If this gap is not present all the way around the nozzle,
the nozzle must be removed and ground appropriately to provide the required clearance. If the root gap is larger
than the 0.094 in. (2.4 mm) dimension evenly all the way around the nozzle, then suitably sized washers may be
inserted between the jig and the nozzle to reduce the root gap dimension.
WARNING! Only qualified personnel should weld bosses and nozzles, using a suitable ASME IX
qualified welding procedure. All applicable safety codes should be observed.
5. Tack weld the nozzle to the pipe at four diametrically opposed points, each tack being approximately
0.6 in. (15 mm) in length. Allow the weld to cool for 30 seconds between tacks.
6. Complete the root pass and subsequent filler passes as required.
7. Allow the weld to cool, and then remove the nut, washer, jig and threaded rod.
NOZZLE
2 PLACES
WELDING BOSS
2 PLACES
FLOW 45°
WARNING! Hot tapping should only be performed by qualified personnel. Follow all applicable code
and safety practices during these procedures.
1. Obtain two suitable 3 in. ANSI flanged isolation valves. The valves should be a full bore type with either
150# RF flanges and a face-to-face length of 8 in. or 300# RF flanges and a face-to-face length of 11.125 in.
2. Install one of the isolation valves, including a suitable gasket, on each of the nozzles. Secure the valves with either
5/8 in. studs and nuts for 150# flanges or 3/4 in. studs and nuts for 300# flanges.
3. Orient the isolation valve handles to minimize interference during operation of the valves.
4. Hot tap holes in the pipe using a hot tap machine equipped with a 3/4 in. (19.05 mm) drill bit.
5. Then use a coupon retaining hole saw to cut a hole with a diameter of 2.36 in. (60 mm) minimum to
2.875 in. (73 mm) maximum.
1. Obtain two suitable 2 in. ANSI flanged isolation valves. The valves should be a full bore type with either
150# RF flanges and a face-to-face length of 7 in. or 300# RF flanges and a face-to-face length of 8.50 in.
2. Install one of the isolation valves, including a suitable gasket, on each of the nozzles. Secure the valves with
5/8 in. studs and nuts.
3. Orient the isolation valve handles to minimize interference during operation of the valves.
4. Hot tap holes in the pipe using a hot tap machine equipped with a 3/4 in. (19.05 mm) drill bit.
5. Then use a coupon retaining hole saw to cut a hole with a diameter of 1.81 in. (46 mm) minimum to
1.89 in. (48 mm) maximum.
WARNING! Cold tapping should only be performed by qualified personnel. Follow all applicable
code and safety practices during these procedures.
The cold tapping procedure is the same as the hot tapping procedure described above for a standard velocity range
(100 m/s, 328 ft/s) installation. Except for the 4 in. pipe size, cold tapping can be performed only before the isolation
valve is installed. The hot tap machine is used directly on the nozzles, and the isolation valves are added after the
tapping process has been completed.
Note: Installation of the isolation valves may have been done already during the hot tapping operation.
To install the downstream isolation valve, the items shown in Figure 3 below are required.
Adjustment Screws
6° Wedge
Bolt Spacer
Hardware
Gaskets
Flow Direction
Adjustment Screw
Scribe Line
Adjustment Screw
6. After the wedge is positioned correctly, use two wrenches to tighten the hardware and secure the isolation valve
to the nozzle. Then remove the adjustment screws from the wedge.
Note: The upstream valve and transducer are installed without wedges, as described in the previous section.
Inserting the transducers into the pipe requires the following steps:
WARNING! The manual insertion mechanism is used for low-pressure applications (80 psig/6.5
bar absolute or less). Use the appropriate safety precautions when inserting or
withdrawing the insertion mechanism.
Junction Box
Packing Gland
Barrel
Transducer Transducer
(90° head shown) (180° head shown)
3. Remove the four bolts that fasten the barrel to the packing gland.
Four Bolts
Stop Ring
Compression Fitting
(hand tight)
Bias 90 Assembly
with 90° Head
Transducer
Recessed in
Packing Gland
Transducer
Recessed in
Packing Gland
Gasket
Barrel
Packing
Tool
2. Verify that the isolation valves are securely installed with gaskets and hardware. Then, place a gasket on the face
of each isolation valve.
Gasket Gasket
Isolation
Valve
Isolation
Valve
Upstream
Downstream Transducer Location
Transducer Location
Flo
w
Packing Tool
Bolts
7. Using the packing tool, tighten the packing nut again so the nut is recessed.
WARNING! The packing material must be securely packed before the isolation valve is opened.
Barrel
Bolts
Packing
Gland
WARNING! Follow all applicable safety codes and practices before opening the isolation valve.
Place
Hands Here
Transducer
4. For this Bias 90 configuration, orient the alignment marks on each barrel flange so that they are facing each
other. The alignment mark, which is marked with yellow paint, is scribed on the top and outside of the flange.
Alignment Marks
Bolts
6. Install the second insertion mechanism by repeating the steps in the two previous sections. After the second
insertion mechanism is installed, proceed to one of the following sections:
• “Aligning the Transducers (Standard Velocity Range)” on page 42
• “Aligning the Transducers (Extended Velocity Range)” on page 42
Note: These instructions apply to both the upstream and downstream transducer assemblies.
1. Use a straight edge to line up the alignment marks on the two barrel flanges.
2. Place the remaining bolts into the flanges and tighten them securely.
3. Place a tag on each isolation valve stating the following:
DO NOT OPERATE (CLOSE) WHEN
TRANSDUCER IS INSERTED INTO PIPE.
4. Refer to your flowmeter Startup Guide to make the transducer electrical connections.
Note: The downstream transducer is pre-installed at the factory in the barrel of the downstream insertion
mechanism, to shift the signal direction 6° away from the upstream transducer signal.
1. Verify that the downstream transducer is located on the right to a person looking from the downstream end of
the pipe (see Figure 8 below). Contact Panametrics if the port locations do not follow this convention.
Upstream
Downstream
Transducer
Transducer
Flow
Figure 8: Extended Range Transducer Installation
Upstream
Guide Plate Transducer
Downstream
Transducer
3. Place the cover plate on top of the guide plate and slide it as far as possible until it is positioned around the
upstream transducer, as shown in Figure 10 below. Then, tighten the screws to secure it.
Upstream
Cover Plate Transducer
Downstream
Transducer
6° Mark
Line on Transducer Tube
Collar 6° Mark
0° Mark
5. Check to see if the 0° mark on the side of the locking collar is aligned with the line on the guide plate. If they are
not aligned, then loosen the nuts on top of the barrel flange and rotate the transducer assembly until the two
lines are aligned (see Figure 12 below). Then, re-tighten the nuts.
Downstream
Transducer
Collar 0° Mark
Nuts on Flange
Guide Plate Line
Figure 12: Locking Collar 0° Mark Aligned with Guide Plate Line
Upstream
Transducer
Figure 13: Upstream Transducer Mark Aligned with Cover Plate Line
7. Upon completion of the above steps, remove the cover plate, locking collar and guide plate from the transducer
assemblies.
8. Place the remaining bolts into the flanges and tighten them securely.
9. Place a tag on each isolation valve stating the following:
DO NOT OPERATE (CLOSE) WHEN
TRANSDUCER IS INSERTED INTO PIPE.
10. Refer to your flowmeter Startup Guide to make the transducer electrical connections.
Gasket
Barrel
Packing Tool
UPSTREAM
TRANSDUCER PORT
GASKET
FLOW
GASKET
DOWNSTREAM
TRANSDUCER PORT
UPSTREAM
TRANSDUCER PORT
GASKET
FLOW
GASKET(S)
GASKET
3 INCH 150 LB RF,
FULL OPENING DOWNSTREAM
ISOLATION BALL VALVE
TRANSDUCER PORT
2 PLACES; REF ONLY
Bolts
WARNING! The packing material must be securely packed before the isolation valve is opened.
Packing Tool
Barrel
Bolts
Packing
Gland
WARNING! Follow all applicable safety codes and practices before opening the isolation valve.
Place
Hands Here
Transducer
4. Place the bolts into the flange joining the barrel flange to the packing gland flange.
5. Tighten the bolts securely.
Bolts
8. Refer to your flowmeter Startup Guide to make the transducer electrical connections.
1. Place a 3/4” NPT compression fitting on the stem of the transducer closest to the BNC connector.
2. Torque the fitting into one of the 3/4” NPT ports of the junction box with at least 5 threads engaged. After the
fitting is torqued into place, ensure that the BNC head of the transducer extends slightly past the ground screw
bosses, as shown in Figure 16 below:
3. If the BNC head extends too far into the junction box, it will make the assembly more difficult to install by reducing
the amount of area needed to properly store the excess cable. If the BNC head is not positioned approximately
where it is pictured in Figure 16 above, loosen the compression fitting and adjust the transducer. Then, re-tighten
the compression fitting.
5. Verify that, with the transducer and the cable gland assembled, the junction box looks like Figure 18 below:
7. Connect the female BNC plug of the XAMP to the male BNC transducer head as shown in Figure 20 below:
9. Place the XAMP body into the junction box, resting the puck gently on the cables below it. To reduce stress and
strain on the joint. ensure that the cables of the XAMP rest naturally according to the slant at which they exit the
epoxy. The XAMP should remain still, and the cap of the junction box should rotate freely around the XAMP.
Note: To disconnect or uninstall the XAMP from the assembly, perform the above steps in reverse order.
Chapter 4. Specifications
4.1 T5 Transducer Physical Specifications
European/International - IP 66
Weatherproof:
Warranty
Each instrument manufactured by Panametrics Sensing is warranted to be free from defects in material and
workmanship. Liability under this warranty is limited to restoring the instrument to normal operation or replacing the
instrument, at the sole discretion of Panametrics Sensing. Fuses and batteries are specifically excluded from any
liability. This warranty is effective from the date of delivery to the original purchaser. If Panametrics Sensing
determines that the equipment was defective, the warranty period is:
The warranties set forth herein are exclusive and are in lieu of all other warranties whether
statutory, express or implied (including warranties or merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose, and warranties arising from course of dealing or usage or trade).
Return Policy
If a Panametrics Sensing instrument malfunctions within the warranty period, the following procedure must be
completed:
1. Notify Panametrics Sensing, giving full details of the problem, and provide the model number and serial number
of the instrument. If the nature of the problem indicates the need for factory service, Panametrics Sensing will
issue a RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER (RAN), and shipping instructions for the return of the instrument to a
service center will be provided.
2. If Panametrics Sensing instructs you to send your instrument to a service center, it must be shipped prepaid to
the authorized repair station indicated in the shipping instructions.
3. Upon receipt, Panametrics Sensing will evaluate the instrument to determine the cause of the malfunction.
• If the damage is covered under the terms of the warranty, the instrument will be repaired at no cost to the owner
and returned.
• If Panametrics Sensing determines that the damage is not covered under the terms of the warranty, or if the
warranty has expired, an estimate for the cost of the repairs at standard rates will be provided. Upon receipt of
the owner’s approval to proceed, the instrument will be repaired and returned.
Ireland
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