The information contained in this document is believed to be correct, but OMEGA accepts no liability for any errors it contains, and reserves
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Information
General Information ...................................................................................................................................................Page 3
Features ...........................................................................................................................................................................Page 3
Full Pipe Recommendations ....................................................................................................................................Page 8
Positioning the Meter ................................................................................................................................................Page 9
Equalization and Grounding (Metal and Plastic Pipe) ...................................................................................Page 10
Connections
General Cable Information .......................................................................................................................................Page 11
Analog (4-20mA) Output ..........................................................................................................................................Page 14
Changing Flow Meter Settings - Home Screen and General Navigation ..............................................Page 15
Changing Flow Meter Settings - Changing Total Direction/Resetting Totalizers ...............................Page 15
Changing Flow Meter Settings - Entering Menu System .............................................................................Page 15
Changing Flow Meter Settings - Making Selections......................................................................................Page 15
Changing Flow Meter Settings - Standard Menu Options ..........................................................................Page 16
Changing Flow Meter Settings - Special Submenu ........................................................................................Page 16
To Change a Passcode ...............................................................................................................................................Page 17
Power Indicators ..........................................................................................................................................................Page 18
Battery Powered Units ...............................................................................................................................................Page 18
Troubleshooting & Error Messages
Problem ...........................................................................................................................................................................Page 19
Things to Try ..................................................................................................................................................................Page 19
The FMG470 Series is the most economical
flanged electromagnetic flowmeter on the market. With
electrodes designed to discourage fouling, it is available
in 3” to 12” pipe in municipal or industrial water, waste
and reclaimed water, pump stations, and packaged
plant applications. Minimal straight pipe requirements
allow FMG470 Seriesmeters to be used in piping configurations where there is little space between the
meter and an elbow.
FMG470 Series meters are CE certified, certified to NSF/
ANSI standard 61 and are rated IP68 for applications
where the meter may be operated under water to a depth
of up to 10 feet (3 meters) continuously.
Features
Rate and total indicator with light sensor
button controls
Rate and total units and pulse scaling can be set via
the front panel touch key pad by the user. Bidirectional
ow reading is standard with totals available in forward,
reverse, net ow, batch forward ow, and batch reverse
ow. Built-in data logging is available as an option for secure
ow logging.
A power/output cable allows outputs for use with
a variety of Omega and other displays and controls for
remote reading. Pulse output is standard on all models
in addition to a 4-20mA passive current loop.
Million Gallons
Mega Liters
Imperial Gallons
Million Imperial
Gallons
2
Second
2
Minute
Hour
Day
Forward Total, Reverse Total, Net Total, Batch Forward Total, Batch Reverse Total
Gallons
Gallons x 10
Gallons x 100
Gallons x 1000
Million Gallons
Liters
Kilo Liters
Mega Liters
Barrels (42 gal)
Cubic Meters
Cubic Meters x 1000
Cubic Feet
Cubic Feet x 100
Cubic Feet x 1000
Second Foot Day
Million Cubic Feet
3
Acre Feet
Acre Inches
Imperial Gallons
Imperial Gallons
x 1000
Million Imperial
Gallons
Fluid Ounces
DC powered units: One lithium 7.2V ‘D’ size battery pack, replaceable.
AC powered units: One 9V alkaline battery, replaceable.
85-264Vac, 50/60Hz, 0.12A
One lithium 7.2V ‘D’ size battery pack, replaceable.
minimum pulse width of 2.5 ms, 200 pulses/sec max. For battery option meters, pulse width varies with
frequency, 150 pulses/sec max.
Isolated, open collector, 24 Vdc
available).
20ft (6m) standard length polyurethane jacketed cable—for connection between meter and remote
display (lengths up to 200’ available).
(EN 61326), certied to NSF/ANSI standard 61 60°C (140°F)
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Dimensions
FMG470 Series
T
H
L
LHTID
Meter Size
ID
Shipping
Weight
inchmminchmminchmminchmmlbs
2”7.92007.6193.6215.71.76*45*2511.3
3”7.92008.1206.6215.72.68*68*3013.6
4” 10.12257 8.3211.6215.7 3.12 793315
6” 12.093079.1231.6917.5 5.051284922
Kg
8” 14.1435910.1257.6917.5 6.441647032
10” 18.0845911.2284.6917.5 8.6121913059
12” 19.68500 12.2310.8120.610.5526817077
Flanges Standard ANSI 150 lb. drillingCable 1 lb.
Note: ‘L’ dimension is total from liner face to liner face
*Average ID
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1
2
3
4
5
330 5 10 15 20 25 30
GENERAL INFORMATION
1
2
3
4
5
330 5 10 15 20 25 30
Accuracy
5
4
3
2
FMG470 Series
1
Accuracy (%)
0
0
0
5
4206810
1015
Flow Velocity
2” & 3” Pressure Drop
Note: No pressure drop in 4”-12” meters
0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
Pressure Drop (PSI)
0.0
01
0
2
3
4
5
1015
Flow Velocity
iMAG 4700
iMAG 4700r & iMAG 4700p
20
6
5
20
2530
7
2530
(m/s)
(ft/s)
33
3 Inch Pressure Drop
2 Inch Pressure Drop
9
8
(m/s)
10
(ft/s)
33
Flow Rate (2” - 12”)
Pipe Size
(Inchesindiameter)
Max Flow Rate
(Gallons/Minute)
Cut-o (min) Flow
Rate
(Gallons/Minute)
Max Flow Rate
(Liters/Second)
Cut-o (min) Flow
Rate
(Liters/Second)
Max Flow Velocity
(Meters/Second)
2”3”4”6”8”10”12”
321722128528915140803111565
1.613.616.4314.4625.7040.1557.82
20.254681182324507730
0.130.230.410.911.622.543.65
10101010101010
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INSTALLATION
Straight Pipe Recommendations (X = diameter)
NOTE: These congurations are to be used as general guidelines and do not cover every possible installation. A
combination of two or more obstructions will require additional straight pipe. If there is any concern about the
length of pipe required for a specic application, please contact your local dealer.
Reduced Pipe
Two Elbows In Plane
Two Elbows, Out Of Plane
2X
2X
2X
1X
1X
1X
Expanded Pipe
Swirling Flow:
Propeller Meter
Swirling Flow:
Partially Open
Buttery Valve
5X
5X
5X
1X
1X
1X
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INSTALLATION
Full Pipe Recommendations
FMG470 Series
Recommended:
Keep pipe full at meter for accuracy
Recommended:
Keeps pipe full at meter for accuracy
Recommended:
Allows air to bleed o
Not Ideal:
Allows air pockets to form at meter
Not Ideal:
Post-valve cavitation can create air pocket
Not Ideal:
Air can be trapped
Recommended:
Allows air to bleed o
Intermittent air
bubbles
miss electrode
Electrode
moved from
top by rotating
meter
Best:
Improved accuracy results from
unimpeded electrodes
Electrodes free
from sediment
build-up
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Not Ideal:
Air can be trapped
Not Ideal:
If pipe contains air bubbles or sediment
(may aect accuracy)
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INSTALLATION
FMG470 Series
Positioning the Meter
CAUTION: These ow sensors are not
recommended where installation may
expose the ow sensor to boiler pressure
and temperature. Maximum recommended
operating temperature is 140˚ F.
These meters can be installed horizontally, vertically (with
upward flow), or in any radial position. Using a check
valve on the upstream side of the meter, and/or an air
vent (vacuum relief valve) in the same,
unobstructed run of pipe as the meter, is required in
any installation where the meter may be exposed to
suction when the system is not in normal operation.
Suction can cause damage to the liner. Liner damage
caused by suction, without the use of a check valve
and/or air vent, may void the warranty.
Straight Pipe Recommendations. The FMG470
Series requires straight pipe before and after the meter
for best accuracy. However, the ability of electromagnetic
meters to average the flow across the entire pipe allows for shorter straight pipe recommendations than most
mechanical meters (see page 7).
Installing Gaskets
GASKETS
Gaskets are required at all
junctions.
1. Be sure all mating surfaces are smooth and free of
debris.
2. Install Seametrics provided gaskets, or equivalent,
on each end of meter as shown in diagrams below.
If using grounding rings, install one gasket on each
side of the grounding ring.
3. Failure to install gaskets will void warranty.
Full Pipe Recommendations. To prevent false readings,
this meter is designed to indicate ‘EMPTY PIPE’ if one or
more electrodes is exposed. For highest accuracy, install the
meter so that the pipe will be full when there is flow. If air
bubbles may be present in the pipe or sludge accumulation
is an issue, rotate the meter by one flange hole to position
the control housing at a 45˚ angle (see diagrams on page
8).
Fittings. The FMG470 Series has ANSI 150 lb. drilled
flanges and will mate with any other ANSI 150 lb. flanges.
See table on page 10 for flange bolt tightening torque
specifications.
Calibration. The FMG470 Series is factory-
calibrated before shipping. The frequency of
recalibration will depend on the needs of each application
and local regulatory policies.
Chemical Injection. When the FMG470 Series is used in a
chemical injection application, the chemical injection
point must be placed downstream of the magmeter
OR far enough upstream for complete mixing to occur before the fluid reaches the meter. When unmixed
chemical alternates with water passing through the
meter, the rapid changes in conductivity may cause
sudden spikes and drops in the meter’s reading,
resulting in inaccurate measurement. The magmeter will
re-stabilize, however, with a steady flow of fluid of
uniform conductivity.
Gaskets
Installation without grounding rings
Grounding
Rings
Gaskets
Installation with grounding rings
CAUTION: In chemical injection applications,
install chemical injection point downstream
of magmeter, or far enough upstream to
llow complete mixing of uids.
a
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INSTALLATION
FMG470 Series
Tightening Flange Bolts
NOTE: Mating pipe anges must be ANSI 150# full face (FF)
and/or raised face (RF).
1. Tighten ange bolts in an alternating pattern.
• Tighten left ange bolt-1 to 20% recommended
torque.
• Tighten right ange bolt-1 to 20% of
recommended torque.
• Repeat steps a and b for each bolt in an
alternating order, such as shown at right,
tightening to 40%, then 60%, then 80%, and
then 100%.
2. Test for leaks.
3. If needed, tighten further in 10% increments
until leaking stops. DO NOT over-tighten.
Over-tightening can cause serious damage to
the flow meter.
4. Recheck after 24 hours, adjusting if needed.
1
5
8
Equalization and Grounding
WARN
ING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
When installed in a plastic piping system,
or when externally powered, the piping
system must be grounded to meet national
and local electrical safety codes. Failure to
do so can result in electrocution.
Metal Pipe Installations. To equalize the electrical
potential of the fluid, the meter, and the surrounding
pipe, secure the ange plates (factory-installed on the
equalization wire) to both pipe anges at one of the
bolt holes, as shown below. Be sure the lock washer ts
between the pipe ange and the ange plate. For the best
electrical bonding, remove rust and paint to expose clean,
bare metal where the equalization ange plate lock washer
contacts the pipe ange. Connection must be inspected
periodically for corrosion to maintain the necessary low
resistance connection.
Meter Flange
Gasket
Pipe Flange
Lockwasher
Flange Plate
Equalization Lug
3
7
4
6
2
Suggested Tightening Sequence
Caution: Improper tightening sequence
can cause serious damage to the ow
meter.
• Do not tighten one side at a time.
• Do not tighten each bolt completely
at one time.
SUGGESTED FLANGE BOLT TORQUE
Liner
Pipe Sizeft-lbNm
2”1825
3”2534
4”2027
6”4257
8”6588
10”7399
12”97132
Meter
Flange
Gaskets
Plas
tic Pipe and Electronically Noisy Installations. When
Pipe
Flange
Metal PipeMetal Pipe
installed in plastic pipe or in an electrically noisy system (near
a VFD etc.), grounding rings are recommended. As shown in
the diagram below, the equalization wires should be solidly
connected to the grounding ring tabs instead of the flange bolts as in metal piping installations. Where lightning is a
threat, or in severe electrical environments, an optional
connection to a nearby equipment ground or ground rod may
be advisable.
The meter has two power/output cables that can be installed. The 4-pin cable contains the wires for DC power and
pulse output. The 8-pin cable contains the wires for DC power and pulse, 4-20 mA or Modbus® output options
when ordered. See diagrams below for details.
A
vailable in either Battery or external DC versions.
WARNING: BACKUP BATTERIES ARE NOT
INTENDED AS A PRIMARY POWER SOURCE
OF A MAINS (DC or AC) CONFIGURED
METER.
Red (P1) DC+
1
4
DC/Battery Power with Pulse Output
Black (P2) DC-
23
Green (P3) Pulse +
Cable Plug Connector
Arrangement
1
7
6
1
5
4
Cable Plug Connector
Arrangement
1
8
2
3
White (P4) Pulse -
Red (P1) DC+
Black (P2) DCGreen (P3) Pulse +
White (P4) Pulse -
Gray (P5) Iso-GND
Blue (P6) B(-)
Orange (P7) A(+)
Brown (P8) N/A
Modbus
®
Output
Red (P1) DC+
7
6
5
4
Cable Plug Connector
Arrangement
1
8
2
3
Black (P2) DC-
Green (P3) Pulse +
White (P4) Pulse -
Gray (P5) N/A
Blue (P6) 4-20mAOrange (P7) 4-20mA+
Brown (P8) N/A
4-20mA Output
Option IDs
O ID POWER SOURCE / OUTPUT(S)
BXX = BATTERY POWER / PULSE SCALED
BXS = BATTERY POWER / PULSE SCALED / MODBUS®
D1X/D2X = DC POWER / PULSE SCALED
D1L/D2L = DC POWER / PULSE SCALED AND 4-20mA
D1S/D2S = DC POWER / PULSE SCALED AND MODBUS®
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CONFIGURATION
Pulse or Digital Output Application - Sourcing Mode (Recommended for Rin < 30kΩ)
Meter Connector
Pulse or Digital Output Application - Sinking Mode (Recommended for Rin > 30kΩ)
ld. In general, the cable shield and its bare drain
wire should be left unconnected at the user equipment end of
the cable to minimize “ground loop” problems.
Pulse Output Conguration. A p ulse o utput i s s tandard
on all models. Since this is an isolated output, the external
equipment must include a DC power source to regenerate the
pulse from the open-collector output (transistor equivalent
of a contact closure). A pull-up or pull-down resistor may
be needed if not included in the user equipment as shown
in the diagrams. Both the power source and resistor may be
supplied internally in some types of control and monitoring
devices. If not, as for most PLC discrete input modules, they
must be added externally at the module input terminals. The
pulse output rate in volume units/pulse can be set by the user
via the SETP tab on the meter’s setup menus.
Because the pulse output is set by the user, care must be
taken to assure the output pulses do not exceed the
maximum frequency of the meter while also ensuring a
reasonable resolution.
K-factor: Remember that SETP is expressed in units totaled
per output pulse (G/P if using gallons) while K-factors are
expressed in pulses per gallon (P/G.) To determine K-factor
from SETP, divide 1 by SETP (if SETP is expressed in gallons.)
Conversely, 1 divided by the K-factor equals SETP
FMG470 Series meters that were initially configured as
battery powered units have a maximum output frequency of 150 Hz. Those that were initially configured as powered
units have a maximum output frequency of 200 Hz.
Because all pulse outputs (SETP) are congured in (rate) units
totaled per pulse, all sizes of meters can be congured with
the same SETP values. For example, if your rate is chosen as
gallons per minute (GPM) the table below applies.
K-factors and the equivalent SETP values for old style
WMX units are shown below.
WMX4”6”8”10”12”
K-Factor16.366.313.342.151.53
SETP0.06*0.160.300.470.65
*Notethatyouwouldneedtochoose
aSETPvalueof0.1forthe4”.
Pulse Units. The units of measure of SETP are independently
selectable and are not tied to rate or total. Upon change of the
SETP unit, the pulse output may take up to 10 seconds, or the
duration of one pulse (whichever is longer) to take eect.
If Pulse Output is Inconsistent. The PDAMP lter may need
to be increased.
Pulse Width Timing. The unit and value of SETP must be
chosen to keep the duration between meter pulse outputs to
less than 500 seconds.
Pulse Timing in Battery Powered Units. The output pulse
width in battery powered units is short and varies with pulse
frequency. (See table)
Since the meter’s analog output is isolated and passive, loop power must be supplied externally as shown previously.
(In addition, an external resistor RL will be ne
eded to convert the loop current to voltage for voltage-only input devices.)
The meter’s loop transmitter minimum voltage drop is 6Vdc which, with wiring resistance and loop power supply
voltage, will determine the maximum resistance for RL.
The ow rates corresponding to 4 and 20mA can be set by the user via the SET 4 and SET20 tabs on the meter’s setup menus.
Note: As congured by the factory, any alarm state will force 22.8mA on the loop.
This can be changed to 3.2mA - see Technical Bulletin, ‘iMAG4700/AG3000: Changing the 4-20mA Alarm’
Modbus® Serial Communication Conguration (factory congured).
These connections provide a half-duplex, isolated, RS485 serial communications port using the Modbus® messaging
protocol. The TXD connection is the transmitted data output from the meter and RXD is the received data input to the
meter. See Modbus® Interface Description, LT-103393 (available at omega.com) for supported Modbus® message
protocol and electrical interface specifications.
A 120-ohm termination resistor is built into the Modbus® option board but is shipped in the unused position.
To engage the termination resistor, move the jumper on JP1 from position 3-4 to position 1-2.
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OPERATION
1.2345678
TAP
TAP
1.2345678100
TOTALCU FTX1000RATEGPM
FORWARD TOTAL
1.2345678
100
TOTALCU FTX1000RATEGPM
T UNITR UNITSET PDAMP
SET 4SET 20SET FEXIT
TOTAL = GALLONSPRESS + TO SET TOTALUNITS FOR DISPLAY
FORWARD TOTAL
TAP
TAP
TAP
TAP
+
HOLD TAP
+
HOLD TAP
+
HOLD
TAP
Changing Flow Meter Settings
FMG470 Series
Home Screen and General Navigation
The HOME Screen displays ow volume, direction of the
ow total and ow RATE along with status conditions such
as Empty Pipe. Two buttons below the LCD display are used
to access menu screens for viewing and changing meter
setup parameters.
These two buttons are light sensors which can detect
when a nger is covering them and activate upon
release. Only three button touch actions are needed to
control navigation through the menus, settings changes
and back to the home screen.
HORIZONTAL SCROLLING:
Tap right button to scroll horizontally through
menu tabs or move horizontally within a tab
dialog when applicable.
SELECT:
Tap left button to change a highlighted item
within a tab dialog.
ENTER/EXIT:
Hold left button while tapping right button
once to enter or exit a tab dialog or to navigate
between the HOME and other menu screens
(continue to hold the left button until after the
right button is released.).
Changing Total Direction/Resetting Batch
Totalizers
On the Main screen, hold and tap 7 times
to scroll through the total direction options.
Release to select a total direction.
Once BATCH FORWARD or BATCH REVERSE is
selcted, tap four times to reset batch totalizer.
Entering Menu System
To enter the Menu System, perform the hold
and tap sequence. The Passcode entry screen
will display. The default passcode is 000000. If
a dierent passcode has previously been set,
use the and to enter that passcode.
In either case, hold and tap again to move
into the menu system. (Ifyouenterthewrong
Once in the Menu System, move from tab to
tab by tapping the right button. (See the next
page for details on the various available tabs.)
Select the parameter. In the screen for the
highlighted tab, you will see the current
parameter value for that tab. Tapping the right
button, move to the tab for the parameter you
want to change.
In this example, the rst line indicates that the
current unit for the TOTAL is GALLONS. The
next two lines tell you what to do next.
T UNIT R UNIT SET PDAMP
TOTAL = GALLONS
PRESS + TO SET TOTAL
UNITS FOR DISPLAY
SET 4SET 20 S ET F EXIT
If you would like to change the TOTAL units,
just perform the hold and tap sequence to
bring up a screen to change the setting.
T UNIT R UNIT SET PDAMP
TOTAL:
PRESS TO CHANGE
SET 4SET 20 S ET F EXIT
GALLONS
Select a new setting. Select the new setting
by scrolling through a list of selections as in
the screen illustration below by tapping the
left button to nd a dierent TOTAL unit.
Accept changes. To accept any changes
you have made, perform the hold and tap
sequence.
When nished making changes. When you
are nished making changes, move to the EXIT
tab using the right button.
To return to the HOME screen, perform the
hold and tap sequence.
+
HOLD TAP
+
HOLD TAP
+
HOLD TAP
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OPERATION
FMG470 Series
Standard Menu Options
Note: Available options will depend on specic meter conguration. Not all options are available on all meters.
Options not ordered with your meter will not appear on the meter menu.
T UNIT
View or change TOTAL
volume units
R UNIT
View or change ow
RATE units
SET P
View or change pulse
output scaling
DAMP
View or change # of
samples for rolling
average.
T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP
TOTAL = GALLONS
PRESS + TO SET TOTAL
UNITS FOR DISPLAY
SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT
T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP
FLOW RATE = GALLONS/MIN
PRESS + TO SET RATE
UNITS FOR DISPLAY
SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT
T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP
00001.0 GALLONS
PRESS + TO SET
GALLONS TOTALIZED PER
PULSE SENT OUT PULSE1
SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT
T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP
DAMPING = 1
PRESS + TO SET
DAMPING VALUE
SET 4
View or change ow
rate corresponding
to 4mA. (Externally
poweredunitsonly)
SET 20
View or change ow
rate corresponding
to 20mA. (Externally
poweredunitsonly)
EXIT
Return to HOME
SCREEN or enter
SUBMENU
T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP
00040.0 GALLONS/MIN
PRESS + TO SET FLOW
RATE AT WHICH 4mA
(MIN) OUTPUT IS DESIRED
SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT
T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP
00200.0 GALLONS/MIN
PRESS + TO SET FLOW
RATE AT WHICH 20mA
(MAX) OUTPUT IS DESIRED
SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT
T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP
PRESS + EXIT MENU
AND RETURN TO FLOW
DISPLAY
SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT
SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT
Special SUBMENU for Further Options
The EXIT tab in the MAIN MENU has a second function.
If, instead of using the hold and tap sequence to return
to the HOME screen, you tap seven times, you will
be redirected to a SUBMENU screen from which you can
access several more options.
Navigation in this SUBMENU is the same as for the MAIN
MENU. Whenever you wish, go to the EXIT tab in the
SUBMENU and perform the hold and tap sequence to
return to the MAIN MENU.
INFO COMM MBID FL DIR
PRESS + TO VIEW INFO
ABOUT METER
SAMP
HPOLL FOUT EXIT
Sub-Menu
INFO: Meter model number, serial number, and
rmware version.
COMM: Modbus® baud rate and parity.
MBID: Modbus® address
SAMP: Sample rate (Batterypoweredversiononly.)
EXIT: Return to MAIN MENU or enter next submenu.
INFO COMM MBID FL DIR
PRESS + TO VIEW INFO
ABOUT METER
SAMP
HPOLL FOUT EXITSAMP
Sub-Menu-BatteryOnlyVersion
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OPERATION
1.2345678100
TOTALCU FTX1000RATEGPM
0.0000000 SET ID
TOTAL
ACRE
FEET
RATE
GPM
OK
FORWARD TOTALFORWARD TOTAL
To Change a Passcode and Decimal Places
FMG470 Series
The AG3000 has a passcode system for restricting access
to the menus. The AG3000 comes from the factory with the
passcode set to 000000. When a user attempts to enter the
menu system (see details on page 16), the passcode entry
screen will be displayed.
ENTER PASSCODE
000000
PRESS AND TO CHANGE
The default passcode is 000000. If a dierent passcode has
previously been set, then the user must enter that passcode
at this time. After entering the passcode, or leaving it at
000000 if using the default passcode, the user does the tap
and hold sequence to move into the menu system.
To change the passcode, you must use the THIRD MENU
screen. Access the THIRD MENU screen as follows:
•Enter the main menu system, as described above.
T UNIT R UNIT S ET PDAMP
TOTAL = GALLONS
PRESS + TO SET TOTAL
UNITS FOR DISPLAY
SET 4
SET 20
SET F
EXIT
•To set the PASSCODE, hold and tap on SETCD and
then use the and to enter the new code.
•Hold and tap again to return to the THIRD MENU
screen.
•Tab to EXIT, and then hold and tap to return to the
SUBMENU.
To change the number of decimal places in the total
•To set the decimal point, hold and tap on SETD and
then use the to move the decimal point.
•Hold and tap again to return to the THIRD MENU
screen.
•Tab to EXIT, and then hold and tap to return to the
SUBMENU.
PDAMP
PDAMP is used to view or change the number of samples
for rolling average of pulse output.
TEST
TEST allows the user to initiate a fully functional, articial
ow rate for the purpose of testing other connected
equipment. When TEST is applied, all features of the
meter will function at the stated ow rate (in gallons per
second).
For TEST to function, the meter must be lled (not EMPTY
PIPE).
•On the main menu, tab over to the EXIT tab and
tap the up arrow ve times. A SUBMENU screen will
display.
•On the SUBMENU screen tab over to the EXIT tab
and tap ve times. The THIRD MENU screen will
display.
INFO COMM MBID FL DIR
PRESS + TO VIEW INFO
ABOUT METER
SAMP
HPOLL FOUT EXIT
SETCD
000000
PRESS + TO SET
PASSCODE
SAMP
PDAMP
SETD
TEST
FOUT EXIT
To enter a value into the TEST feature, navigate to the
TEST tab and enter a ow rate value in the VAL screen (in
gallons per second only,) then to the VAL box and
to the ON screen. This will initiate the TEST feature. The
next would bring you to the OFF screen, but you can
‘hold and tap’ the arrows to return you to the sub menu
while the feature operates.
After use, the TEST feature must be turned OFF. If the
TEST feature is not turned OFF, the stated static ow rate
(in gallons per second) will be shown any time the meter
is full or in a owing condition. Flow values recorded
by the meter while the TEST feature is operating are
permanently recorded in the displayed TOTAL. It may
be useful to note that these values are only written to
permanent memory every 15 minutes and cycling all
power within this 15 minute time frame will return the
meter to its previous total.
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OPERATION
LO
0.0000000 SET ID
TOTAL
ACRE
FEET
RATE
GPM
OK
LFORWARD TOTAL
Power Indicators
A power indicator is displayed in the lower left of the main
display window.
Any meter powered from an external power source will
display a power plug icon when running on external power.
If the connection to external power is lost, the meter will
switch to the backup battery and the power icon will switch
to a battery symbol.
OK on the battery indicator means battery voltage is above
6.4 volts.
LO on the battery indicator means the battery is low and
should be replaced soon.
Battery Powered Units
To ‘wake up’ a battery powered meter, you may need to
hold the up arrow for 5 seconds and release. If the meter
does not wake up on the rst attempt, repeat the 5 second
hold.
The meter can come configured with one 7.2V ‘D’ size
replaceable battery pack. In this configuration, the
only option/output is the scaled pulse output which
comes standard. The scaled output for the battery
powered option has a maximum pulse rate of 150 pulses/
second. Be sure to set your P value such that the meter will
function properly over the ow range in your application.
The sample rate of the meter is user selectable through
the SAMP tab in the meter’s sub-menu. Sample periods
of 1/5, 1/3, 1, 3, 5, 15, 30, and 60 seconds can be selected.
(A sample period of 5 seconds—5 year battery life—is the
default.)
Larger sample periods will yield longer battery life but
slower response time. Care must be taken to select a
sample period that is suitable for your application. See the
table below for the expected battery life as a function of
sample period.
P
OK
LO
DCorAC
Beingpoweredbybattery-
voltageissucient
Beingpoweredbybattery-
voltageislow
TOTAL
1.2345678
100
FORWARD TOTA
P
CU FT
X1000
RATE
GPM
If display reads, ‘BATT END’
replace battery
immediately.
it may take up to a minute for the displayed rate to take
full advantage of the DAMP lter. When starting with an
EMPTY PIPE it may take at least 30 seconds to register
If SAMP (sample period) is set to less than one second, the
DAMP value represents the number of seconds (plus one)
used in the rolling average for the display. For example, if
DAMP is set
to four, then when the meter begins to show
a ow rate, the rate displayed is the average of all the
readings taken in seconds one through ve (4 plus 1).
If SAMP (sample period) is set to one second or longer,
the DAMP value represents the number of sample periods
(plus one) used in the rolling average for the display. For
example, if SAMP is set at three seconds and DAMP is set to
four, then when the meter begins to show a ow rate, the
rate displayed is the average of samples one through ve
(4 plus 1). Note that depending on the settings selected,
IN THIS CONFIGURATION THE METER COMES STANDARD
WITH PULSE OUTPUT. WHEN ORDERED WITH THE
MODBUS® OUTPUT OPTION, BATTERY LIFE WILL BE
REDUCED TO 1 YEAR, OR GREATER, BASED ON USAGE.
REDUCE POLLING FREQUENCY AND MINIMIZE DATA
COLLECTED IN ORDER TO MAXIMIZE BATTERY LIFE.
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TROUBLESHOOTING & ERROR MESSAGES
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
ProblemProbable CausesThings to try…
Blank DisplayFaulty wiring from power source to
Flow rate reading uctuates
excessively when ow is
unchanging
Flow Rate appears correct but
pulse/ frequency output is low,
erratic or absent
Flow Rate appears correct
but pulse/frequency output is
erratic and/or too high
meter
Backup battery has not been plugged in Plug in the battery
Dead backup batteryReplace battery
Excessively turbulent or unsteady ow
due to partially closed valves or other
ow obstructions
Pipe not fullProvide back pressure or other means to ensure
Pulsing ow due to combining multiple
upstream ow sources
Insucient mixing of upstream
chemicals
Low uid conductivity < 20 µS/cmReplace with dierent type of meter
Noisy electrical environmentImprove grounding at meter and nearby potentially
Defective or noisy AC switching power
supply
Wiring incorrectCompare wiring with appropriate wiring
External device input impedance too low Use sourcing rather than sinking interface
Cable too longReduce interface pull-up resistance
Electrical noise sources interfering with
pulse frequency signal
Check for incorrect wiring. Measure voltage with
DMM where red and black wires connect to
terminal block TB1 on back side of display. Verify
correct polarity and conrm that voltage is steady
and between 9Vdc and 32Vdc
Eliminate or minimize causes of ow disturbances
or increase meter damping
pipe is lled
Move connection point further upstream
Move chemical injection downstream from meter
noisy electrical equipment. Increase distance
between meter and electrical noise sources.
Replace power supply
recommendations
connection
Isolate, remove or reduce noise sources. Move
meter control cable away from noise sources.
Increase pulse damp setting (PDAMP)
FMG470 Series
Wrong type of cableUse only twisted pair cable and ensure both signal
Grounding problemImprove or try dierent grounding method
wires are on same twisted pair
Error Messages
Under certain conditions an error message may be displayed.
MessageDescriptionNotes
INITInitialization is occurring during power up.
EMPTY PIPEFluid is not detected between the sensing electrodes.Loop output = 22.8mA
LO in battery iconBattery is getting low, replace soon. Meter still functions.Above 6.4V, OK appears in icon
BATT ENDBattery is very low (approx. 6.1V). Totalizer stops updating.Loop output = 4mA
LOW VOLTIncoming external power is very low and backup battery is dead
or not connected
COIL FAILCoil current too high or too low (short or open).Loop output = 22.8mA
COMM FAILCommunication between transmitter and sensor board fails.Loop output = 22.8mA
OVER RANGERate exceeds number of digits that can be displayed. Adjust units.Loop output = 4mA
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FMG470 INSTRUCTIONS
WARRANTY/DISCLAIMER
OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC. warrants this unit to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of 13 months from date of purchase. OMEGA’s WARRANTY adds an additional one (1) month
grace period to the normal one (1) year product warranty to cover handling and shipping time. This
ensures that OMEGA’s customers receive maximum coverage on each product.
If the unit malfunctions, it must be returned to the factory for evaluation. OMEGA’s Customer Service
Department will issue an Authorized Return (AR) number immediately upon phone or written request.
Upon examination by OMEGA, if the unit is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no
charge. OMEGA’s WARRANTY does not apply to defects resulting from any action of the purchaser,
including but not limited to mishandling, improper interfacing, operation outside of design limits,
improper repair, or unauthorized modification. This WARRANTY is VOID if the unit shows evidence of
having been tampered with or shows evidence of having been damaged as a result of excessive corrosion;
or current, heat, moisture or vibration; improper specification; misapplication; misuse or other operating
conditions outside of OMEGA’s control. Components in which wear is not warranted, include but are not
limited to contact points, fuses, and triacs.
OMEGA is pleased to offer suggestions on the use of its various products. However,
OMEGA neither assumes responsibility for any omissions or errors nor assumes liability for
any damages that result from the use of its products in accordance with information provided
by OMEGA, either verbal or written. OMEGA warrants only that the parts manufactured by the
company will be as specified and free of defects. OMEGA MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR
REPRESENTATIONS OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT THAT OF
TITLE, AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. LIMITATION OF
LIABILITY: The remedies of purchaser set forth herein are exclusive, and the total liability of
OMEGA with respect to this order, whether based on contract, warranty, negligence,
indemnification, strict liability or otherwise, shall not exceed the purchase price of the
component upon which liability is based. In no event shall OMEGA be liable for
consequential, incidental or special damages.
CONDITIONS: Equipment sold by OMEGA is not intended to be used, nor shall it be used: (1) as a “Basic
Component”
applications or used on humans. Should any Product(s) be used in or with any nuclear installation or
activity, medical application, used on humans, or misused in any way, OMEGA assumes no responsibility
as set forth in our basic WARRANTY/DISCLAIMER language, and, additionally, purchaser will indemnify
OMEGA and hold OMEGA harmless from any liability or damage whatsoever arising out of the use of the
Product(s) in such a manner.
under 10 CFR 21 (NRC), used in or with any nuclear installation or activity; or (2) in medical
RETURN REQUESTS/INQUIRIES
Direct all warranty and repair requests/inquiries to the OMEGA Customer Service Department.
BEFORE RETURNING ANY PRODUCT(S) TO OMEGA, PURCHASER MUST OBTAIN AN AUTHORIZED
RETURN (AR) NUMBER FROM OMEGA’S CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT (IN ORDER TO AVOID
PROCESSING DELAYS). The assigned AR number should then be marked on the outside of the return
package and on any correspondence.
The purchaser is responsible for shipping charges, freight, insurance and proper packaging to prevent
breakage in transit.
FOR WARRANTY RETURNS, please have the
following information available BEFORE contacting
OMEGA:
1. Purchase Order number under which the product
was PURCHASED,
2. Model and serial number of the product under
warranty, and
3. Repair instructions and/or specific problems
relative to the product.
OMEGA’s policy is to make running changes, not model changes, whenever an improvement is possible. This affords
our customers the latest in technology and engineering.
reproduced, translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine-readable form, in whole or in part, without the
prior written consent of OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC.
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FOR NON-WARRANTY REPAIRS,
OMEGA for current repair charges. Have
the following information available BEFORE
contacting OMEGA:
1. Purchase Order number to cover the COST
of the repair,
2. Model and serial number of the product, and
3. Repair instructions and/or specific problems
relative to the product.
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