LeviFlow LFS-03SU, LFS-06SU, LFS-10SU, LFS-15SU, LFS-20SU Instruction Manual

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CAUTION

have been tested to be

robust against gamma radiation with a dose up to

with care, especially after

gamma radiation with doses above 25 kGy, since the

Kinem.

[cSt]

Liquid

[°C]

LFS-03SU

0.800

LFS-06SU

8.000

LFS-10SU

20.000

LFS-15SU

50.000

LFS-20SU

80.000

Calibration Parameter Tag

Measurement Path

Connector Box

Label with Serie # and Flow Direction Arrow

Inlet

Outlet

Fixation Hole

Instructions for Use of LEVIFLOW® LFS-SU Flowsensors

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1 Description and Preparation

1.1 Description

The LEVIFLOW® LFS-SU flowsensors are designed for non-invasive flow measurements in single-use applications of the Life Science industries. T he wetted materials of the sens ors are made out of biocompatible polypropylene (FDA, USP-VI, BSE/TSE and An imal free), which can be gamma sterilized.

Figure 1: Single-use flowsensor (e xa m pl e LFS-06SU)

Before using the flowsensor make yourself fam iliar with the following instructions.

1.2 Inspection Prior to Use

The flowsensor should be inspected prior to use for any damage. Do not use the flowsensor if any damage is found. Contact Levitronix return of any suspected flowsensor.

1.3 Traceability for Troubleshooting

For full traceability of the flowsensor the serial number located on the s ensor bod y (see Figure 1) shall be used. The s erial num ber is also printed on the biocompatibility decl aration and the calibration sheet delivered with each sensor.

1.4 Levitronix

For sensor parameter setting and calibration parameter transfer to the converter (not necessar y for sensors with a param eter chip) the Levitronix Configuration Software with version V1.30 or newer is needed. For detai ls regarding installation of software and establishing RS485 connection consult the LEVIFLOW manual (see Doc# PL-4501-00).

Configuration Software

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2 General Warnings and Cautions

Gamma Sterilization

The LFS-SU flowsensors 40 kGy.

Handle the flowsensors radiation exposure decreases the flexibility of the

flowsensor material.

3 Procedure for Installation

3.1 Mechanical/Electrical Installation

Connect the sensor to the converter t ogether with the relevant adaptor cables. Take specific care about the flow direc tion indi cated w ith t he arr ow on the flow sensor (see Figure 1). For details about mechanical and el ectrical ins tallation and desig n of an adequate hydraulic circuit, consult the user manual (Doc# PL-4509-00).

3.2 Setting of Sensor Type Parameters

The sens or type (or size) specific parameters can be set or updated on the converter at the first installation or whenever the sensor type is changed.

Note: Sensors which are labeled with “Type: PC” on the calibration tag have an integrated parameter chip and parameters are transferred automatically to the converter.

Start the LEVIFLOW open the “Parameter Settings” menu (Figure 2). Make sure that “Sens or Size”, “Full Scale”, “Kinem. Viscosity” and “Liq uid Temperature“ are set t o the values designated for the used sensor type. Table 1 tab le sho ws the sta ndard values. F or other configuration consult the specific sensor specification.

Sensor Type

Full Scale

[L/min]

Table 1: Standard sensor type parameters

Configuration Software and

Viscosity

Temperature

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3.4 Transfer of Linearizer Values

In some cases (for example for the LFS-03SU) additional linearizer values are defined to increase accuracy. These values are available on the backside of calibration parameter tag or on the calibration sheet del ivered with each s ensor. Open the “Linearizer” menu (see Figure 4) of the configuration software and transfer the linearizer values.

Figure 2: “Parameter Settings” menu of configuration software

(Example for LFS-06SU)

3.3 Transfer of Basic Calibration Values

Next step is to transfer the calibration values. These values are a vailabl e on th e sensor tag or on the calibration sheet delivered with each sensor. Open the menu “Basic Calibration” of the configuration software (see Figure 3). Update the “K Factor” and the 5 “Calibration Values”.

Store the settings to the converter by using the “Write to Converter” button.

Figure 4: “Linearizer” menu of configuration software

(Settings for example with LFS-03SU)

If no linearizer values are defined on the back side of the calibration parameter tag (for example for LFS-06SU and LFS-20SU), write “0” linearizer points to the “Linearizer Points” item (see Figure 5).

Figure 3: “Basic Cali br ati o n ” menu of c onfiguration softwar e

Figure 5: “Linearizer” menu of configuration software