Blancett Quiksert Operating Manual

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Turbine Flow Meter
QuikSert® Explosion-Proof
TRB-UM-00287-EN-05 (October 2018)
User Manual
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Turbine Flow Meter, QuikSert® Explosion-Proof
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User Manual
CONTENTS
Scope of This Manual � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4
Unpacking and Inspection � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4
Safety � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4
Introduction � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 5
Operating Principle � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 5
Installation� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6
Operational Startup � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 8
Troubleshooting Guide� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 9
Specications � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 10
Pressure Rating � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 10
Meter Parts � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11
Part Number Information � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 12
Flow Range Chart � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 12
Strainer Recommendations � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 13
Repair Kit Information� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 13
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Scope of This Manual

SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL
This manual is intended to help you get the QuikSert turbine flow meter up and running quickly�
IMPORTANT
Read this manual carefully before attempting any installation or operation. Keep the manual accessible for future reference.

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:N If damage is found, request an inspection by the carrier’s agent within 48
hours of delivery and file a claim with the carrier� A claim for equipment damage in transit is the sole responsibility of the purchaser�

SAFETY

Terminology and Symbols

Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, is estimated to be capable of causing death or serious personal injury� Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in severe personal injury or death� Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, is estimated to be capable of causing minor or moderate personal injury or damage to property�
IMPORTANT
Not following instructions properly may impair safety of equipment and/or personnel.
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Introduction

INTRODUCTION
The QuikSert® explosion-proof turbine flow meter was developed for liquid applications where accuracy and dependability are of concern to the operator� QuikSert's stainless steel body incorporates a helical turbine with tungsten carbide shaft and bearings� It provides an efficient, long service life and a cost-effective solution for your measurement requirements�
Simple in design and construction, QuikSert uses modified upstream and downstream flow straighteners for a high degree of flow accuracy� Its between­the-flange design eliminates the need for mating flanges, requiring less space in the flow line, lowering costs and providing easy, one-man installation�
The meter produces a sine wave signal proportional to its volumetric flow rate� With optional Blancett electronics, QuikSert provides local flow rate and volume totalization and will interface with most instruments, PLCs and computers�

OPERATING PRINCIPLE

Fluid entering the meter passes through the inlet flow straightener which reduces its turbulent flow pattern and improves the fluid’s velocity profile� Fluid then passes through the turbine, causing it to rotate at a speed proportional to the fluid velocity� As each turbine blade passes through the magnetic field, the blade generates an AC voltage pulse in the pickup coil at the base of the magnetic pickup (see Figure 1)� These pulses produce an output frequency proportional to the volumetric flow through the meter� The output frequency represents flow rate and/or totalization of fluid passing through the turbine flow meter�
Magnetic Pickup
or
Other Frequency
Output Device
Output
Turbine Rotor
Figure 1: Schematic illustration of electric signal generated by rotor movement
Signal
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Installation

INSTALLATION
Prior to installation, the flow meter should be checked internally for foreign material and to ensure the turbine rotor spins freely� Fluid lines should also be checked and cleared of all debris�
The flow meter must be installed with the flow arrow, etched on the exterior of the meter body, pointing in the direction of fluid flow� Though the meter is designed to function in any position, it is recommended, where possible, to install horizontally with the conduit adapter facing upward� Thread a magnetic pickup (Blancett model B111109 or equivalent) into the conduit adapter completely finger tight without forcing� Secure with a lock nut if supplied� Install conduit or other fittings suitable for the installation area onto the conduit adapter hub on the flow meter�
The liquid being measured should be free of any large particles that may obstruct rotation of the rotor� If particles are present, a mesh strainer should be installed upstream before operation of the flow meter�
The preferred plumbing setup is one containing a bypass line (Figure 2 on page 6) that allows meter inspection and repair without interrupting flow� If a bypass line is not used, it is important that all control valves be located downstream of the flow meter (Figure 3 on page 7)�
PRESSURE IN EXCESS OF ALLOWABLE RATING MAY CAUSE THE HOUSING TO BURST AND CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
DAMAGE CAN BE CAUSED BY STRIKING AN EMPTY METER WITH A HIGH VELOCITY FLOW STREAM.
Isolation
Valve
Figure 2: Meter installation using a bypass line
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QuikSert Turbine
Flow Meter
10 Pipe Diameters
Minimum
Isolation
Valve
5 Pipe Diameters
Minimum
Bypass Line
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QuikSert Turbine
Flow Meter
Isolation
Valve
Installation
10 Pipe Diameters
Minimum
Figure 3: Meter installation without using a bypass line
5 Pipe Diameters
Minimum
This is true with any restriction in the flow line that may cause the liquid to flash� If necessary, air eliminators should be installed to ensure that the meter is not incorrectly measuring entrained air or gas�
It is recommended that a minimum length, equal to ten (10) pipe diameters of straight pipe, be installed on the upstream side and five (5) diameters on the downstream side of the flow meter� Otherwise, meter accuracy may be affected� Piping should be the same size as the meter bore or threaded port size�
Do not locate the flow meter or connection cable close to electric motors, transformers, sparking devices, high voltage lines, or place connecting cable in conduit with wires furnishing power for such devices� These devices can induce false signals in the flow meter coil or cable, causing the meter to read inaccurately�
If problems arise with the flow meter and monitor, consult "Part Number Information"
on page 12� If further problems arise, consult the factory�
If the internal components of the turbine flow meter are damaged beyond repair, turbine meter repair kits are available� Information pertaining to the turbine meter repair kits is referenced in "Repair Kit Information" on page 13
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Operational Startup

OPERATIONAL STARTUP
The following steps should be followed when installing and starting the meter�
MAKE SURE THAT FLUID FLOW HAS BEEN SHUT OFF AND PRESSURE IN THE LINE RELEASED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL THE METER IN AN EXISTING SYSTEM.
1� After meter installation, close the isolation valves and open the bypass valve� Flow
liquid through the bypass valve for sucient time to eliminate any air or gas in the ow line�
HIGH VELOCITY AIR OR GAS MAY DAMAGE THE INTERNAL COMPONENTS OF THE METER.
2� Open upstream isolating valve slowly to eliminate hydraulic shock while charging the
meter with the liquid� Open the valve to full open�
3� Open downstream isolating valve to permit meter to operate�
4� Close the bypass valve to a full closed position�
5� Adjust the downstream valve to provide the required ow rate through the meter�
OTE:N The downstream valve may be used as a control valve�
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Troubleshooting Guide

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Trouble Possible Cause Remedy
Cavitation
Meter indicates higher than actual flow rate
Meter indicates lower than actual flow rate
Erratic system indication, meter alone works well (remote monitor application only)
Indicator shows flow when shut off
No flow indication Full or partial open position
Erratic indication at low flow, good indication at high flow
No flow indication Faulty pickup Replace pickup
System works perfect, except indicates lower flow over entire range
Meter indicating high flow, upstream piping at meter smaller than meter bore
Opposite effects of above Viscosity lower than calibrated
Debris on rotor support
Build up of foreign material on meter bore
Gas in liquid
Debris on rotor
Worn bearing
Viscosity higher than calibrated
Ground loop in shielding
Mechanical vibration causes rotor to oscillate without turning
Fluid shock, full flow into dry meter or impact caused bearing separation or broken rotor shaft
Rotor has foreign material wrapped around it
Bypass flow, leak
Fluid jet impingement on rotor Change piping
Increase back pressure
Clean meter
Clean meter
Install gas eliminator ahead of meter
Clean meter and add filter
Clean meter and add filter
Recalibrate monitor
Ground shield one place only� Look for internal electronic instrument ground� Reroute cables away from electrical noise
Isolate meter
Rebuild meter with repair kit and recalibrate monitor� Move to location where meter is full on startup or add downstream flow control valve
Clean meter and add filter
Repair or replace bypass valves, or faulty solenoid valves
Change temperature, change fluid or recalibrate meter
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Specications

SPECIFICATIONS

Body 316 stainless steel
Materials of Construction
Operating Temperature
Pressure Rating See “Pressure Rating” End Connections Wafer-Style ASME/ANSI B16�5-1996 Turndown Ratio Accuracy ± 1�0% of reading Repeatability ± 0�1%
Calibration
Pickup B111109, B220111, B220210, B220243, B111126
Certifications
Pulsation and Vibration
Rotor CD4MCU stainless steel Bearings Tungsten carbide Rotor Shaft Tungsten carbide Rotor Support
–150…350° F (–101…177° C) standard Temperatures to 450° F (232° C) with high-temp pickup, consult factory for details The standard meter should not be subjected to temperatures above 350° F (177° C), or below –150° F (–101° C) or the freezing point of the metered liquid�
Water; NIST Traceable Calibration, Certificate available, consult factory for details
Class I Div� I Groups C,D Complies to UL1203 and CSA 22�2 No� 30 Met Labs File No� E112860
Severe pulsation and mechanical vibration will affect accuracy and shorten the life of the meter

Pressure Rating

The pressure rating of the meter is dependent upon the class of ANSI flanges between which the meter is to be mounted� The pressure rating chart below is based on Carbon Steel at 100° F (37�8° C)�
Flange Class (ANSI) 150# 300# 600# 900# 1500# Working Pressure (psi) 285 740 1480 2220 3705 Working Pressure (MPa) 1�97 5�10 10�20 15�31 25�55 * Test Pressure (psi)
* Test Pressure (MPa)
* Test pressure based on 1�5 safety factor
427�5
2�95
1110 2220 3330
7�65 15�31 22�98
5557�5
38�32
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METER PARTS

Rotor Assembly
Thrust Ball
Figure 4: Typical cross-section of models B131C-038 through B131-100
Bushing
Meter Parts
Magnetic Pickup
(Not Included)
Conduit Adapter
Meter Body
Rotor Support
Retaining Ring
FLOW
Magnetic Pickup
(Not Included)
Rotor Assembly
Conduit Adapter
Bushing
Thrust Ball
Meter Body
Rotor Support
FLOW
Figure 5: Typical cross-section of models B132C-050…B139C-900
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Part Number Information

PART NUMBER INFORMATION
Part
Number*
B131C-038 3/8 × 1 B131C-050 1/2 × 1 60 13,000 6�5 B131C-075 3/4 × 1 60 3300 18 B131C-088 7/8 × 1 60 3100 20 B131C-100 1 × 1 60 870 20 B132C-050 1/2 × 2 60 13,000 12 B132C-075 3/4 × 2 60 3300 18 B132C-088 7/8 × 2 60 3100 20 B132C-100 1 × 2 40 870 20 B132C-150 1-1/2 × 2 20 330 16 B132C-200 2 × 2 20 52 9 B132C-250 2 × 3 10 52 10 B133C-300 3 × 3 10 57 10 B134C-400 4 × 4 10 29 10 B136C-600 6 × 6 4 7 10 B138C-800 8 × 8 4 3 10 B139C-900 10 × 10 4 1�6 10
Meter Bore
Size × Line
Size (in.)
End
Connection
Flow
Range
See “Flow
Range
Chart”
Strainer
Approx. K-Factor
Mesh
pulses/US gal
60 18,000 3�75
Weight
Max. Pres-

Flow Range Chart

sure Drop
(psi)
Part Number
B131C-038 0�60…3�00 (2�27…11�36) 20…100 3�3…16 B131C-050 0�75…7�50 (2�84…28�39) 25…250 4�1…41 B131C-075 2�00…15�00 (7�57…56�78) 68…515 10�9…81�75 B131C-088 3�00…30�00 (11�36…113�56) 100…1000 16…160 B131C-100 5�00…50�00 (18�93…189�27) 170…1700 27�25…272�5 B132C-050 0�75…7�50 (2�84…28�39) 25…250 4�1…41 B132C-075 2�00…15�00 (7�57…56�78) 68…515 10�9…81�75 B132C-088 3�00…30�00 (11�36…113�56) 100…1000 16…160 B132C-100 5�00…50�00 (18�93…189�27) 170…1700 27�25…272�5 B132C-150 15�00…180�00 (56�78…681�37) 515…6000 82…981 B132C-200 40�00…400�00 (151�42…1514�16) 1300…13,000 218…2180 B132C-250 40�00…400�00 (151�42…1514�16) 1300…13,000 218…2180 B133C-300 60�00…600�00 (227�12…2271�25) 2100…21,000 327…3270 B134C-400 100�00…1200�00 (378�54…4542�49) 3400…41,000 545…6540 B136C-600 200�00…2500�00 (757�08…9463�53) 6800…86,000 1,090…13,626 B138C-800 350�00…3500�00 (1324�89…13248�94) 12,000…120,000 1,363…19,076 B139C-900 500�00…5000�00 (1892�71…18927�06) 17,000…171,000 2,725…27,252
gpm (lpm) bpd m3/d
Flow Ranges
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Part Number Information

Strainer Recommendations

Part Number Strainer Mesh Clearance (in.) Filter Size
B131C-038 60 0�0092 260 Micron B131C-050 60 0�0092 260 Micron B131C-075 60 0�0092 260 Micron B131C-088 60 0�0092 260 Micron B131C-100 60 0�0092 260 Micron B132C-050 60 0�0092 260 Micron B132C-075 60 0�0092 260 Micron B132C-088 60 0�0092 260 Micron B132C-100 40 0�0150 400 Micron B132C-150 20 0�0340 0�86 mm B132C-200 20 0�0650 0�86 mm B132C-250 10 0�0900 1�6 mm B133C-300 10 0�0900 1�6 mm B134C-400 10 0�0650 1�6 mm
B136C-600 4 0�1875 4�8 mm
B138C-800 4 0�0900 4�8 mm
B139C-900 4 0�0900 4�8 mm

Repair Kit Information

Meter Bore Size × Line Size (in.) Repair Kit Fits Meter Part Number Repair Kit Part Number
3/8 × 1 B131C-038 B253-102
1/2 × 1 B131C-050 B253-105
3/4 × 1 B131C-075 B253-108
7/8 × 1 B131C-088 B253-109
1 × 1 B131C-100 B253-112
1/2 × 2 B132C-050 B253-205
3/4 × 2 B132C-075 B253-208
7/8 × 2 B132C-088 B253-209
1 × 2 B132C-100 B253-212
1-1/2 × 2 B132C-150 B253-216
2 × 2 B132C-200 B253-220
2 × 3 B132C-250 B253-220
3 × 3 B133C-300 B253-330
4 × 4 B134C-400 B253-440
6 × 6 B136C-600 B253-660
8 × 8 B138C-800 B253-880
10 × 10 B139C-900 B253-990
Standard Magnetic Pickup All Meter Sizes B111109
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