The MR flow transmitter is a state-of-the-art, microprocessor based variable area flow
meter. It combines the rugged proven technology of a piston-type, variable area flow meter
with solid-state circuitry including:
• Non-contact sensor electronics
• Electronic signal conditioning circuit
• Digital flow rate and total indication
• Proportional analog output
The product is sealed against industrial contamination by a NEMA 12 and 13 (IP 52/54)
rated enclosure and is available for either liquid or gas service.
The MR flow transmitter is capable of calculating and displaying both flow rate and
total accumulated flow. The flow rate and total flow can be displayed in any of the user
selectable measurement units. The monitor’s large 8 digit numeric liquid crystal display
makes extended range viewing practical. The second 8 character alphanumeric display
provides for selectable units viewing in RUN mode and prompts for variables in
PROGRAM mode.
All MR flow transmitters come pre-calibrated from the factory. However, the unit may be
adjusted by the user to meet specific system requirements. Calibration parameters are
included for:
• Specific gravity compensation (all fluids)
• Viscosity compensation (petroleum-based fluids)
• Pressure and temperature compensation (pneumatic applications)
All meters include an analog output that can be configured for 0…5V DC, 0…10V DC, or
4…20 mA current loop.
SAFETY INFORMATION
The installation of this flow meter must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local
rules, regulations, and codes.
Failure to read and follow these instructions can lead to misapplication or misuse of this
product, resulting in personal injury and damage to equipment.
UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
Upon opening the shipping container, visually inspect the product and applicable
accessories for any physical damage such as scratches, loose or broken parts, or any other
sign of damage that may have occurred during shipment.
OTE:NIf damage is found, request an inspection by the carrier's agent within 48 hours of delivery
and file a claim with the carries. A claim for equipment damage in transit is the sole
responsibility of the purchaser.
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Installation
INSTALLATION
THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED BY TECHNICALLY QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL TRAINED IN MAINTAINING INDUSTRIAL CLASS FLOW INSTRUMENTATION AND
PROCESSING EQUIPMENT.
READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING THE UNIT. IF YOU HAVE ANY
QUESTIONS REGARDING PRODUCT INSTALLATION OR MAINTENANCE, CALL YOUR LOCAL
SUPPLIER FOR MORE INFORMATION.
DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE OPENING WIRING ENCLOSURE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH AND/OR
DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT.
ALL WIRING SHOULD BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE®
AND MUST CONFORM TO ANY APPLICABLE STATE AND LOCAL CODES. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH AND/OR
DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT.
AIR/GAS METERS ARE NOT OXYGEN CLEANED. USE WITH OXYGEN MAY CAUSE HAZARDOUS OR
EXPLOSIVE CONDITIONS THAT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE
TO THE EQUIPMENT.
THIS METER MAY CONTAIN RESIDUAL AMOUNTS OF TEST FLUID AT THE TIME OF SHIPMENT. THIS
FLUID SHOULD BE REMOVED PRIOR TO INSTALLATION AS THE FLUID MAY BE INCOMPATIBLE OR
HAZARDOUS WITH SOME LIQUIDS OR GASES. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD
RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT.
THIS STANDARD METER IS UNIDIRECTIONAL. ATTEMPTS TO FLOW FLUIDS IN THE OPPOSITE
DIRECTION OF THE FLOW ARROW WILL RESULT IN THE METER ACTING AS A CHECK VALVE,
CREATING A DEADHEADING SITUATION. IF THE DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE MAGNITUDE IS GREAT
ENOUGH, DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL PARTS OF THE METER WILL RESULT.
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Installation
Installation Recommendations
The transmitter is a simple device to install. However, the following measures are
recommended for reliable, trouble-free operation:
• Align pipe accurately. Piping should be accurately aligned and of correct length.
The high pressure body of the transmitter can withstand shock and flow/pressure
pulsation. However, the piping should be firmly supported by external mounting
brackets, both upstream and downstream of the meter, to avoid any pipe flexing
actions that could reduce meter life.
• Use rigid mounting. If the transmitter inlet or outlet are to be rigidly mounted, and the
opposing port is to be connected to flexible hose, the end connected with the flexible
hose must be rigidly mounted.
• Use Teflon® tape for sealing NPT fitting.
• Install unions. Install a union near the inlet or outlet of the transmitter. This will
facilitate quick, easy meter removal and inspection during periodic
maintenance procedures.
• Make sure the fluid is traveling in the direction of the flow arrow. See “Figure 1: Flow
direction arrow” on page6.
OTE:NThe MR flow transmitter display board can be rotated 180° for optimal viewing. Simply remove
the MR flow transmitter cover, disconnect the ribbon cable, rotate the display board 180°,
reconnect the ribbon cable, and reinstall cover. See Figure 10 for cover screw tightening
sequence.
• Use at least a 200 mesh (74 micron) filter. The transmitter will allow particulate to pass
that would jam most valves and flow controls. Systems that do not have filtration
should be equipped with at least a 200 mesh (74 micron) filter. Most hydraulic systems
already have much finer filtration. Dirt, ferrous metal or sealing agents, such as Teflon®
tape may lodge and cause malfunction. If the meter is jammed at a fixed position,
follow cleaning and maintenance instructions.
• Do not use thread locking compounds as thread sealant.
• Do not install the transmitter near turbulence producing fittings such as elbows,
reducers, or close coupled valves. The transmitter does not require flow straighteners
or special lengths of straight inlet/outlet piping to stabilize turbulent flow patterns.
However, to assure maximum operational reliability, avoid installation of elbows,
valves and/or reducers immediately adjacent to the meter inlet.
• Do not install the transmitter near fast-acting valves. Fast-acting valves have
the potential to create high magnitude hydraulic pressure spikes. These spikes
can damage the internal components of the meter, resulting in inaccuracies or
malfunction.
• Do not allow unidirectional transmitters to be operated against the direction of the
flow arrow. The standard transmitter is a unidirectional flow meter. The piston acts as
a check valve to block flow in the reverse direction. This causes an excessive pressure
differential, which can result in damage to internal meter components. The transmitter
is also available in a modified design, which offers a reverse flow bypass feature to
accommodate bidirectional flow.
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Installation
Installing the Transmitter
1. Disconnect the electrical power from the target system before making or changing any
transmitter connections.
2. Use 0.05 A fast-acting fuse if non-current limited power sources are used.
3. Terminate cable shield connection at either DC ground or earth ground.
4. Mount the transmitter so uid is traveling in the direction of the ow arrow.
Flow Direction Arrow
Flow Inlet
Figure 1: Flow direction arrow
5. Install unit in desired location. Use wrench on transmitter ats to hold the unit in place
during installation. DO NOT TURN the transmitter using the wrench.
6. After installation, rotate the transmitter by hand to view the display.
7. Capture the zero ow position on the meter cone using the ZERO CAPTURE procedure.
Place wrench on transmitter flats on the
same side plumbing is being tightened.
Never place wrench on transmitter flats
opposite plumbing being tightened.
Rotate transmitter by hand only to view flow scale. Never use wrench on flats to
rotate transmitter.
Figure 2: Installing and rotating the transmitter
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Electrical Connections
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
The standard cable length provided with an MR Transmitter is 15.0 ft. (4.57 m) and includes
a soldered, Hirschmann cable connector, assembled from the factory. Additional cable
lengths, shorter or longer, are available to match application requirements.
To connect the cable assembly to the transmitter, press the cable connector into the
connector receptacle on the transmitter. The cable only inserts in one direction. If the
connector does not seem to fit, do not force it. Rotate the cable connector 90 degrees and
try again until it seats.
When the connector is fully seated, use a Philips screwdriver to tighten it.
Ground
Black
Green
Red
White
Black2
3
Green
1
Red
4
White
Figure 3: 4-pin cable connection
Ref. IDDC Output ConnectionLoop Power Connection
2 (Black)No Connection(-) 4…20 mA Out
3 (Green)0V DCNo Connection
1 (Red)(+) DC Power(+) 4…20 mA In
4 (White)0…5 or 0…10V DC OutputNo Connection
Table 1: Reference for 4-pin connector
THE FLOW TRANSMITTER IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE ONLY ONE OF ITS THREE OUTPUTS AT A TIME
0…5V DC OR 0…10V DC OR 4…20 MA. CONNECTING MULTIPLE OUTPUTS SIMULTANEOUSLY
WILL RESULT IN INACCURATE OUTPUT SIGNAL LEVELS.
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Electrical Connections
Outlet Port
Display Board
MENUENTER
Cable Connector
Receptacle
Cable
RUNPROGRAM
RELAY 1RELAY 2
Connector
and Cable
Inlet Port
Sensor Board
Figure 4: Terminology
Wiring Congurations
The transmitter can be wired in various configurations to allow interface with many
different types of data collection and control instrumentation.
Figure 5 and Figure 6 represent typical wiring for a target powered by either AC power or
DC supply. Figure 7 and Figure 8 on page 9 are used when the flow transmitter is
operated with loop-powered process indicators or data loggers that do not have external
sensor excitation.
External DC
Sensor Excitation
Black
3
1
4
2
3
1
4
Black
Green
Red
White
Black2
Green
Red
White
Green
Red
White
Figure 5: 4…20 mA using target's power supply
Black
Green
Red
White
Figure 6: 0…5V DC or 0…10V DC connection using target's power supply
4. . .20 mA Input
External
Sensor Excitation
0. . .5V DC Input
0. . .10V DC Input
Ground
Example:
Chart Recorder
Example:
Chart Recorder
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Electrical Connections
Fuse: 0.05 A Fast
4. . .20 mA Input (-)
4. . .20 mA Input (+)
Example:
Chart Recorder
3
1
4
Black2
Green
Red
White
Black
Green
Red
White
Excitation
Voltage
Figure 7: 4…20 mA connection using target's external power supply
Fuse: 0.05 A Fast
3
1
4
Black2
Green
Red
White
Black
Green
Red
White
Excitation
Voltage
0. . .5V DC Input
0. . .10V DC Input
Ground
Example:
Chart Recorder
Figure 8: 0…5V DC or 0…10V DC connection using target's external power supply
Cover Removal/Reinstallation
You must remove the MR flow transmitter cover to access the programming keys. Use a
Phillips screwdriver to remove the four screws that hold the cover in place, turning them
counterclockwise. When programming is completed, reinstall the cover. To properly seat
the built-in cover gasket, tighten the cover screws clockwise in a crisscross pattern as
shown in the figure below.
Figure 9: Cover screw tightening sequence
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Operation
OPERATION
Operating the Meter
The monitor has two modes of operation, referred to as RUN mode and PROGRAM mode
as indicated on the display screen readout. Normal operation will be in the run mode. To
access the program mode, press MENU until the first programming screen
"DISPLAY" appears.
OTE:N"PROGRAM" appears on left side of display.
After programming the meter, a password may be entered to prevent unauthorized access
to programming.
Normal Operation (RUN) Mode
During normal operation, the transmitter shows "RUN" on the left side of the display. In RUN
mode, the flow rate and total flow alternate being shown as the default. The meter can also
be set to show only flow rate or only flow total.
MENUENTER
Programming
Buttons
Figure 10: Programming buttons
In RUN mode, the four programming buttons have the following functions:
MENUSelects programming mode.
UPNo function.
ñ
RIGHTNo function.
ð
ENTER
RESET TOTAL
The current total can be manually stored in the monitor's flash memory. Press and
hold ENTER for 2 seconds. The display responds with a flashing TOTALSVD and
then returns to RUN mode.
To reset the monitor's total display, press MENU and ENTER simultaneously until
TOTALRST starts to flash. The TOTALRST stops flashing and the display returns to
RUN mode at the conclusion of the rest procedure.
Table 2: Button function in RUN mode
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Operation
Programming Operation (PROGRAM) Mode
The Program mode lets you change the configuration and adjust the calibration of the
meter. The MR flow transmitter has two types of configuration changes accessible in
program mode:
• View or change selections from a pre-defined list
• View or change numeric entries
In Program mode, the four programming buttons have the following functions:
MENU
ENTERUsed to enter menus, to change configurations and to save programming information.
OTE:NWhen any input value exceeds the meter’s capabilities, the LIMIT indicator begins to flash,
Enters and exits programming mode. Press MENU once to change to programming
mode. The mode indicator on the display changes from "RUN" to "PROGRAM."
Scrolls through the configuration choices in a bottom-to-top order. For numeric setup,
ñ
this button increments numeric values.
Scrolls through the configuration choices in a top-to-bottom order. For numeric setup,
ð
this button moves the active digit to the right.
Table 3: Button function in PROGRAM mode
indicating an invalid entry. Press ENTER once to return to the entry screen to reenter
the value.
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Operation
Programming Flowchart for Water (Includes Water-Based Liquids)
START
Display
Rate
Total
Both
Test
RateUnt
(Rate Unit)
Gallons
Liters
Million Gallons
Cubic Feet
Cubic Meters
Million Liters
Acre Feet
Oil Barrel
Liquor Barrel
Pounds
Kilograms
RateInt
(Rate Time interval)
Second
Minute
Hour
Day
TotalUnt
(Totalizer Unit)
Gallons
Liters
Million Gallons
Cubic Feet
Cubic Meters
Million Liters
Acre Feet
Oil Barrel
Liquor Barrel
Pounds
Kilograms
Shape Key
Basic Menu
Advanced
Function
Sub Menu
Totl Exp
(Totalizer Exponent)
E-2 = × 0.01
E-1 = × 0.1
E0 = × 1
E1 = × 10
E2 = × 100
E3 = × 1000
E4 = × 10,000
E5 = × 100,000
E6 = × 1,000,000
FullFlow
(Full Flow Rate)
Numeric Entry
Zero Cap
(Zero Capture)
NO
YES
Spec Gr
(Specic Gravity)
Numeric Entry
Damping
(Display Damping)
Numeric Entry
Out Mode
(Output Mode)
4-20 mA
0-5V DC
0-10V DC
Cal Out?
(Calibrate Output?)
NO
YES
Password
(Password)
Numeric Entry
Res Dt
(Reset to Default)
NO
Figure 11: Water flowchart
YES
Flow 4 mA
(Full Flow Rate)
Numeric Entry
Flow 20 mA
(Flow at 20 mA)
Numeric Entry
4-20 Test
(Test Output)
Single Digit Increments
Flow 0V
(Flow at 0 Volts)
Numeric Entry
Flow 5V
(Flow at 5 Volts)
Numeric Entry
0-5 Test
(Test Output)
Single Digit Increments
Flow 0V
(Flow at 0 Volts)
Numeric Entry
Flow 10V
(Flow at 10V)
Numeric Entry
0-10 Test
(Test Output)
Single Digit Increments
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