GPI Flomec QS200 Operating Manual

Product Owner’s Manual

QS200

Insertion Ultrasonic

Flowmeter

U.S. Design Patent No. D845,804 - Ultrasonic Insert

U.S. Design Patent No. D845,805 - Tee Housing for Ultrasonic Insert

STANDARD METERS:

QS200-10, QS200-15, QS200-20, QS200-30, QS200-40

NSF CERTIFIED METERS:

QS200-10PW, QS200-15PW, QS200-20PW, QS200-30PW, QS200-40PW

STANDARD RETROFIT INSERT:

QS200

920901-01 Rev C04/29/2019

Please save these instructions for future reference. Read carefully before attempting

to assemble, install, operate or maintain the product described.

Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure to comply

with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage.

Please refer to back cover for information regarding this product’s warranty and

other important information.

DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE!

Please contact Great Plains Industries, Inc.® before returning any product. If you are

missing parts, or experience problems with your installation, contact our Customer

Support Department. We will be happy to assist you.

Call: 888-996-3837 or 316-686-7361

Email: meters@gplains.com

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Model #: ___________________

Serial #: ___________________

Purch. Date: _______________

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Usage Requirements

• This meter is for use with water only.

• This meter is not legal for trade applications.

• This meter has a permanent factory setting for measuring water only.

Power Source Requirements

• This meter requires DC power from a customer-provided controller in order to provide flow information back to the controller.

Tools and Materials Needed

• Wire strippers, wire cutters, screwdriver, tape measure

• PVC pipe fittings (as needed), PVC pipe primer, PVC pipe cement

• Direct burial wire splices, valve box

• #18 AWG wire cable (Direct Burial) (Controller manufacturer may recommend thicker guage wire for longer distances)

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ASSEMBLY /

UNPACKING

Contents: QS200-10, -15, -20, -30, -40 or QS200-10PW, -15PW, -20PW, -30PW, -40PW Meters

Note: The “PW” suffix denotes an NSF certified meter

(1) QS200 Ultrasonic insert assembly (2) K-factor Decals

(1) PVC Pipe Tee (for 1 in., 1-1/2 in., 2 in., 3 in., or 4 in. diameter pipe)

(1) Quick Release Pin

Contents: QS200 Retrofit Insert (Not available as NSF certified)

(1) QS200 Ultrasonic insert assembly (1) Quick Release Pin

(1) Set of two O-rings (round profile) (1) Owners Manual

(2) K-factor Decals

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• After unpacking the unit, inspect carefully for any damage that may

• See General Safety Instructions, and all Cautions, Warnings, and

(1) Owners Manual

have occurred during transit. Check for loose, missing or damaged parts. Shipping damage claims must be filed with carrier.

Dangers as shown.

OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING

MAINTENANCE /

REPAIR

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT: It is your responsibility to:

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• Ensure that all equipment operators have access to adequate instructions concerning safe operating and maintenance procedures.

gasoline, jet fuel, kerosene, etc.), aromatic hydrocarbons or other incompatible chemicals

NOTE: Be sure O-rings and seals are kept in good repair.

considered prior to putting into service.

pressure. See specifications for your model.

product.

result in inaccurate readings.

This product is not approved for use with petroleum products (diesel fuel, unleaded

This product is not approved for use in hazardous locations.

When applying power, adhere to specifications listed in appropriate electronics manual.

Disconnect external power before attaching or detaching input or output wires.

Compatibility of this product’s material and the process fluid and/or environment should be

Product should never be operated outside its published specifications for temperature or

Make sure flow and pressure have been eliminated from process pipe prior to installing or removing

Installation near high electromagnetic fields and high current fields is not recommended and may

Do not allow water to freeze in meter. Ice expansion may burst the plastic housing.

Do not allow this meter to be used with steam.

TROUBLESHOOTING OPERATION

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SPECIFICATIONS

QS200-10 QS200-15 QS200-20 QS200-30 QS200-40

QS200-10PW QS200-15PW QS200-20PW QS200-30PW QS200-40PW

Tee Housing Material

Insert Housing

PPS (Polyphenylene sulde) / ULTEM® (Polyetherimide)

Material

Type Ultrasonic Flowmeter

Unit of

Measure

Flow Rate

0.22-33 GPM

0.83-124.92 L/min

0.1-15 ft/sec

0.55-82 GPM

2.08-310.41 L/min

0.1-15 ft/sec

Accuracy +/- 2% of Reading

Uncertainty

0.04 GPM

0.018 ft/sec

Max.

Working Pressure

Operating

Temperature

Storage

Temperature

Field Calibration

Inlet / Outlet

Connections

Weight

INSERTS - ALL METER SIZES

1 in. Female

Socket

0.95 lbs. (0.43kg)

OFF State Current 200µA (typical)

OFF State V-High

Transducer Excitation

ON State Current

ON State V-Low ON State Current * 50Ω

Output Frequency 0 to 100 Hz

Output Pulse Width 4mSec (Approx.)

SCH 80 PVC (Polyvinyl chloride)

DC power provided by customer controller

7.5V (dc) min to 36V (dc) max

OFF State Current: 200μA (typical)

Controller Dependant

0.92-138 GPM

3.48-522.39 L/min

0.1-15 ft/sec

0.10 GPM

0.018 ft/sec

0.17 GPM

0.018 ft/sec

150 PSI @ 70°F (10.3 bar @ 60°C)

+32°F to +140°F (0°C to +60°C)

1 1/2 in.

Female

Socket

1.12 lbs. (0.51kg)

2 in. Female

Socket

1.39 lbs. (0.63kg)

Supply Voltage - (OFF State Current * Supply impedance)

(Supply Voltage / (Supply

impedance + 50Ω))

2.06-309 GPM

7.80-1169.70 L/min

0.1-15 ft/sec

0.37 GPM

0.018 ft/sec

3 in. Female

Socket

2.52 lbs. (1.14kg)

3.58-537 GPM

13.55-2032.78 L/min

0.1-15 ft/sec

0.65 GPM

0.018 ft/sec

4 in. Female

Socket

3.21 lbs. (1.46kg)

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SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED)

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Dimensions

A. Length

B. Height

C. Width (at widest point)

D. Depth

SECT

QS200-10,

QS200-10PW

4.25 in.

(108mm)

5.38 in.

(137mm)

2.50 in. (64mm)

4.47 in.

(114mm)

1 INCH

QS200-15,

QS200-15PW

1-1/2 INCH

4.90 in.

(124mm)

5.63 in.

(143mm)

2.50 in.

(64mm)

4.47 in.

(114mm)

QS200-20,

QS200-20PW

2 INCH

5.56 in.

(141mm)

6.12 in.

(156mm)

2.88 in. (73mm)

4.94 in.

(125mm)

QS200-30,

QS200-30PW

3 INCH

6.63 in.

(168mm)

7.20 in.

(183mm)

4.18 in.

(106mm)

4.91 in.

(124mm)

QS200-40,

QS200-40PW

4 INCH

7.38 in.

(187mm)

8.41 in.

(213mm)

5.23 in.

(133mm)

6.17 in.

(156mm)

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Figure 1

For 1 in., 1-1/2 in., & 2 in. Meters

For 3 in. & 4 in. Meters

SECT VIEW (TEE ONLY)

SECT VIEW

(TEE ONLY)

SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED)

K-Factor Information

NOTE: The meter size is molded on the vertical arm of the Tee

FLOMEC ultrasonic meters use K-factor plus offset numbers for greater accuracy during calibration. These values are derived by calibrating the meters using NIST traceable instrumentation. Using both sets of values to calibrate the meters provides greater accuracy than using only a K-factor value. The K-factor and offset values for each meter are listed below.

IMPORTANT: The K-factors provided are for reference. Accuracy can be affected by plumbing configuration, fluid condition, adjoining pipe schedule, type of meter tee (if using QS200 insert in non-FLOMEC tee), and entrapped air. Customers should always validate accuracy and adjust K-factor as needed.

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Meter Model

Size

FLOMEC TEE

K-Factor

(frequency)

Offset

NON-FLOMEC TEE

K-Factor

(frequency)

QS200-10 1 in. 0.5386 0 N/A

QS200-15 1-1/2 in. 0.7926 0 0.7947

QS200-20 2 in. 1.3765 0 1.3583

QS200-30 3 in. 3.8444 0 4.2505

QS200-40 4 in. 7.1676 0 7.2229

NSF CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

NOTE: QS200 meter are available as a standard meter, or as an NSF certified meter. Only QS200 meters ordered as a complete unit (ultrasonic insert installed in FLOMEC tee) qualify to be NSF certified.

Standard meter: The identification plate on the top of the ultrasonic insert is marked “QS200”.

NSF certified meter: The identification plate on the top of the ultrasonic insert is marked “QS200PW”, and the tee body is marked with an NSF certification decal for additional identification.

NOTE: NSF certified meters use the same part number structure as non-NSF models, except for the addition of the “PW” suffix on the end. The “PW” suffix indicates an NSF certified meter. e.g., QS200-15PW.

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OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING

NSF certification is valid only when product is marked per above information.

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INSTALLATION

GETTING STARTEDOPERATION

Below is a typical QS200 meter with labeled components. Familiarize yourself with the meter before installation.

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INSTALLATION

BLACK WIRE

GREEN LED

I.D. PLATE WITH

SERIAL NUMBER

AND FLOW ARROW

SIZE INFO

Figure 2

RED WIRE

INSERT ASSY.

AMBER LED

QUICK RELEASE PIN

TEE

TYPICAL QS200 METER

TROUBLESHOOTING

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GPI Flomec QS200 Operating Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Usage Requirements

Power Source Requirements

UNPACKING

Inspect