Omega Products FL45202A-HL Installation Manual

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FL45200A Series

In-Line Flowmeters with
Half Union Adapters

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Operator’s Manual

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CAUTION

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS TO AVOID FAILURE

1. Finish piping to be plumb and true.

2. Polysulfone and other exotic plastics cannot tolerate P.V.C. glue and pipe

dope. Even the fumes can cause crazing.

3. Use teflon tape for threaded joints.

4. Make up assembly and fit pipes, then: remove F.M. after glue fumes are

vented out.

5. Meter cannot support attached pipes.

6. Excessive vibration may cause float to give poor reading or cause possible

fracture.

7. Wall, floor, and ceiling mounts to be carefully aligned and sturdy. A support
should be at top and bottom of meter. See drawing.

8. Hand tighten union nuts. No wrenches.

9. Protect meter from ultra violet (UV) rays.

10. VALVES - avoid system that will impose a sudden burst of flow to the meter.

Such a burst will cause the float to impact the guide assembly with destructive
force. Magnet, solenoid, or other quick opening valves cannot be used unless
meter is protected against sudden burst of flow.

11. Failure to comply VOIDS WARRANTY!

Part Number

(316 SS Float)

FL45201A*

FL45202A

FL45203A

FL45204A

FL45205A

FL45206A

FL45230A

* Teflon® float

Part Number

(Hastelloy C Float)

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FL45202A-HL

FL45203A-HL

FL45204A-HL

FL45205A-HL

FL45206A-HL

Calibration

GPM LPM SCFM M3/HR

2-20 8-78 - -

6-60

8-80

6-100

20-130

25-175

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30-230

30-300

20-380

80-500

100-675

- 40-240 70-400-

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PARTS LIST

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2

3

4

5

6

7

8

4-5/8 in.
(117.5 mm)

Key Part Number Description

1. F-452004N Lock Nuts

2. F-452330N Adaptor

3. F-452002 Wireholder

4. F-452043N O-ring

5.

6.

*Float

*Meterbody

7.8.F-452287N Guide Wire

F-452332N Float Stop

*Float & Meterbody must be ordered
as a kit.

Materials of Construction

Meter Body: Polysulfone
Float: #316 Stainless Steel or Teflon or

Hastelloy C-276 (Based on model)

Guide rod: # 316 Stainless (opt. Hastelloy C-276)
Adapters: Polysulfone
Wireholder
Float Stop: Polyethylene
Union Nuts: Nylon
O-Rings: Viton
Scale: Permanent, dual scale silkscreen (black ink)
Accuracy: ± 2% of full scale reading

: Polysulfone

18-7/8 in.
(479.4 mm)

Your OMEGA FL45200A Series

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Your OMEGA flowmeter was designed to be easy to install.

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Please read the Instruction Guideline on the next page
before installing your flowmeter.

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This flowmeter is an instrument, special care should be taken
when handling and installing.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Remember that you are installing an instrument. Adapters and fittings
should be tightened only enough to prevent leaking. Over tightening
may damage the o-ring seals and threaded fittings.

Never hold the meterbody with pliers or similar tools that may scratch.

Never allow the flowmeter to support the weight of related pipe or
tubing.

Be certain the meterbody is properly aligned with existing plumbing.

Misalignment will put excessive stress on the meterbody and may
result in damage and a decrease in the maximum pressure. If in doubt
regarding proper plumbing procedures, consult a licensed plumber.

The flowmeter must be installed in an exact vertical plane to ensure
accuracy.

Polysulfone is adversely affected by ultraviolet light. Protect the
flowmeter from direct sunlight.

Always use teflon® tape thread sealant. DO NOT use pipe dope
compounds as these products may cause crazing and cracking on the
meterbody.

Do not use solvent based glued (such as PVC cement) while the
flowmeter is fully installed. When using these glues, remove the
meterbody until the glue has cured. Then purge the system before
installing the unit.

Never attempt to solder brass fittings while the flowmeter is fully
installed. The heat required for soldering can damage the flowmeter.

Caution should be exercised when using ball type valves. In some
cases when the valve is opened the float can slam to the top of the
meter causing damage. This “Water Cannon” effect is actually
exceeding the maximum pressure and is not covered under warranty.

Your flowmeter had been designed to be virtually maintenance free.
Should your unit need occasional cleaning, use a mild soap and soft
bottle brush.

Be sure to note the floats “UP” position before disassembling the meter.

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Caution: Follow these instructions to avoid

Ceiling

failure.

Danger: Wear eye protection when

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installing or removing flowmeter.

1. Polysulfone and other exotic plastics
cannot tolerate PVC Glue and /or pipe dope.
even fumes can cause crazing.

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2

2. If you are installing your flowmeter to

a glued pipe configuration, install

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flowmeter after all glued fittings are dried
and lines are purged of all fumes.

Use Teflon® tape (or similar) for the
flowmeters threaded adapters.

Hand tighten union nuts. No wrenches.

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4

5

3. Wall, floor, and ceiling mounts are to

be carefully aligned and sturdy. Wall,
floor, and ceiling supports are recom-

Floor

mended as needed.

4. Valves - Avoid a system that will impose a sudden burst of flow to the meter. Such
a burst will cause the float to impact the float stop with destructive force. Magnet,
solenoid, or other quick opening valves cannot be used unless meter is protected
against sudden bursts of flow.

5. The maximum working pressure should not exceed 150 psi at ambient
temperature.

Temperature

200°F / 93.3°C

190°F / 87.8°C

180°F / 82.2°C

170°F / 76.7°C

160°F / 71.1°C

150°F / 65.6°C

140°F / 60.0°C

130°F / 54.4°C

120°F / 48.9°C

110°F / 43.3°C

100°F / 37.8°C

90°F / 32.2°C

80°F / 26.7°C

70°F / 21.1°C

Maximum Temperature vs. Pressure

RETURN REQUESTS / INQUIRIES RETURN REQUESTS / INQUIRIES

0 / 0 25 / 1.7 50 / 3.4 75 / 5.2 100 / 6.9 125 / 8.6 150 / 10.3

PSIg / BAR

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OMEGA warrants this unit to be free of defects in materials and workmanship and to give

OMEGA warrants this unit to be free of defects in materials and workmanship and to give

satisfactory service for a period of from date of purchase. OMEGA Warranty adds

satisfactory service for a period of 13 months from date of purchase. OMEGA Warranty adds

an additional one (1)month grace period to the normal one to

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

cover handling and shipping time. This ensures that OMEGA’s customers receive maximum

coverage on each product. If the unit should malfunction, it must be returned to the factory for

coverage on each product. If the unit should malfunction, it must be returned to the factory for

evaluation. OMEGA’s Customer Service Department will issue an Authorized Return (AR)

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

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. However, this

is found to be defective it will be repaired or replaced at no charge. However, this

WARRANTY is void if the unit shows evidence of having been tampered with or shows

WARRANTY is void if the unit shows evidence of having been tampered with or shows

evidence of being damaged as a result of excessive corrosion; or current, heat, moisture, or

evidence of being damaged as a result of excessive corrosion; or current, heat, moisture, or

vibration; improper specification; misapplication; misuse or other operating conditions outside

vibration; improper specification; misapplication; misuse or other operating conditions outside

of OMEGA’s control. Components which wear or which are damaged by misuse are not

of OMEGA’s control. Components which wear or which are damaged by misuse are not

warranted. These include contact points, fuses, and triacs.

warranted. These include contact points, fuses, and triacs.

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defects.

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warranty, negligence, indemnification, strict liability or otherwise, shall not exceed the

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purchase price of the component upon which liability is based. In no event shall

purchase price of the component upon which liability is based. In no event shall

OMEGA be liable for consequential, incidental or special damages.

OMEGA be liable for consequential, incidental or special damages.

Every precaution for accuracy has been taken in the preparation of this manual; however,

Every precaution for accuracy has been taken in the preparation of this manual; however,

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC. Neither assumes responsibility for any omissions or errors

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC. Neither assumes responsibility for any omissions or errors

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that may appear nor assumes liability for any damages that result from the use of the

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SPECIAL CONDITION: Should this equipment be used in or with any nuclear installation or

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activity, purchaser will indemnify OMEGA and hold OMEGA harmless from any liability or

damage whatsoever arising out of the use of the equipment in such a manner.

damage whatsoever arising out of the use of the equipment in such a manner.

: Should this equipment be used in or with any nuclear installation or

WARRANTYWARRANTY

13 months

(1) year product warranty

Direct all warranty and repair requests/inquiries to the OMEGA ENGINEERING Customer

Direct all warranty and repair requests/inquiries to the OMEGA ENGINEERING Customer

Service Department. BEFORE RETURNING ANY PRODUCT(S) TO OMEGA, PURCHASER

Service Department. BEFORE RETURNING ANY PRODUCT(S) TO OMEGA, PURCHASER

MUST OBTAIN AN AUTHORIZED RETURN (AR) NUMBER FROM OMEGA’S CUSTOMER

MUST OBTAIN AN AUTHORIZED RETURN (AR) NUMBER FROM OMEGA’S CUSTOMER

SERVICE DEPARTMENT (IN ORDER TO AVOID PROCESSING DELAYS). The assigned AR

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

number should then be marked on the outside of the return package and on any

correspondence.

correspondence.

FOR WARRANTY RETURNS, please have FOR NON WARRANTY REPAIRS OR FOR WARRANTY RETURNS, please have FOR NON WARRANTY REPAIRS OR
The following information available CALIBRATION, consult OMEGA for The following information available CALIBRATION, consult OMEGA for
Before contacting OMEGA: current repair/calibration charges. Have Before contacting OMEGA: current repair/calibration charges. Have

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was was PURCHASED, PURCHASED, before before contacting contacting OMEGA:OMEGA:

2. Model and serial number of the product 1. P.O. Number to cover the COST of2. Model and serial number of the product 1. P.O. Number to cover the COST of

under warranty, and the repair/calibration, under warranty, and the repair/calibration,

3. Repair instructions and/or specific 2. Model and serial number of product, 3. Repair instructions and/or specific 2. Model and serial number of product,

Problems Problems relative relative to to the the Product and Product and

3. Repair instructions and/or specific 3. Repair instructions and/or specific

Problems relative to the product. Problems relative to the product.

OMEGA’s policy is to make running changes, not model changes, whenever an improvement is possible.

OMEGA’s policy is to make running changes, not model changes, whenever an improvement is possible.

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