Xylem F460 User Manual
Installation Instructions
F-460 and F-461 (ultra pure)
Specifications
Meter Body: Polysulfone, natural
Float Stops: Polysulfone, natural
Floats: Teflon
Adapters: PVDF or PVC*
O-Rings: Viton
Half-Union: Anodized aluminum, optional PVC
Scale: Permanent dual scale silkscreen
Maximum Pressure: 150 PSIG / 10.34 BAR at ambient temperature
Maximum Temperature:
See reverse side for Temperature Vs. Pressure graph
Dimensions (refer to drawing on right):
F-460 (1/2” and 3/4” female NPT)
Dim A = 1.75” (4.45 cm)
Dim B = 10” (25.4 cm)
F-461 (1” female NPT)
Dim A = 2.75” (6.99 cm)
Dim B = 15” (38.1 cm)
* PVC has a temperature limit of 130 F / 54.4 C°°
Your Blue-White Ultra Pure In-Line Flowmeter
Your Blue-White flowmeter was designed to be easy to install.
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Adapter (2)
Half-Union (2)
Meter Body (1)
Scale (1)
Float (1)
Float Stop (2)
(inside)
Please read the following instructions before installing your flowmeter.
This flowmeter is an instrument, and special care should be taken when installing.
Dim B
Dim A
Installation
Please use the following steps to guide you through the installation.
STEP 1. Unpack the flowmeter.
Check for damage while unpacking the flowmeter.
Make sure pressure, temperature, fluid and other requirements are compatible with the
meter.
STEP 2. Choose a suitable location for the flowmeter.
Never allow the flowmeter to support the weight of related pipe or tubing.
Flowmeter must be installed in plumbing which is free of vibration.
Flowmeter must be installed in an exact vertical plane to ensure accuracy.
The meter body is constructed of polysulfone. Polysulfone has a high chemical resis-
tance**, but a low UV tolerance. Keep meter away from direct sunlight.
Be certain the meter is properly aligned with existing plumbing. Misalignment may result
in damage to the flowmeter.
STEP 3. Connecting the flowmeter to the plumbing.
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Use an appropriate amount of Teflon tape on external pipe threads before
making connections.
See installation guideline on the back of this instruction sheet.
(or similar)
** Flowmeters are tested and calibrated for water or air only.
Although meters may be suitable for other chemicals, Blue-White cannot guarantee their suitability.
Visit our website to see other available flow ranges and pipe sizes. www.Blue-White.com
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Temperature
Temperature Vs. Pressure
220°F / 104.4°C
200°F / 93.3°C
180°F / 82.2°C
160°F / 71.1°C
140°F / 60°C
120°F / 48.9°C
100°F / 37.8°C
80°F / 26.7°C
0 / 0 30 / 2.07 60 / 4.14 90 / 6.21 120 / 8.27 150 / 10.34
Note: Pressure and temperature limits are inversely proportional.
Pressure and temperature limits are inversely proportional. At the maximum suggested pressure the
temperature should approach 80°F / 26.7°C; at the maximum suggested temperature the pressure should
approach zero (0) psi. We cannot guarantee our flowmeters will not be damaged either at or below the
suggested limits simply because of many factors which influence meter integrity; stress resulting from
meter misalignment, damage due to excessive vibration and/or deterioration caused by contact with
certain chemicals as well as direct sunlight. These situations and others tend to reduce the strength of the
materials from which the meters are manufactured.
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Cleaning: The flowmeter body and all other parts can be cleaned by washing in a mild soap and water
solution. A soft bristle bottle brush will simplify cleaning inside the meter body.
Installation Guideline
Caution: Follow These Tips to avoid Failure
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Danger: Wear eye protection when installing or removing
flowmeter.
1. Polysulfone and other exotic plastics cannot tolerate
PVC Glue and/or pipe dope. Even fumes can cause
crazing.
2. If you are installing your flowmeter to a glued pipe
configuration, install flowmeter after all glued fittings
are dried and lines are purged of all fumes.
3. Use Teflon tape (or similar) for the flowmeters
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threaded adapters.
4. Wall, floor and ceiling mounts are to be carefully
aligned and sturdy. Wall, floor and ceiling supports are
recommended as needed.
5. Hand tighten union nuts. No wrenches.
6. 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.
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7. Maximum working pressure not to exceed 150 psi at
ambient temperature.
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