Installation & Operation Manual
10-PTT-UM-00311 (August 2012)
PFA Ellipse
Fire Pump System
Badger Meter
®
FLO W ME TER S
DEB ITME TER S
MED IDOR DE FLU JO
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PFA-XXX
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250 SWP
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2000
2500
GPM
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4000
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I. INTRODUCTION
The Series PFA FM approved re pump system features the Preso Ellipse primary
ow sensor. Preso's patented elliptical design outperforms and provides greater
accuracy than traditional dierential pressure ow measurement devices. This
dierential pressure ow meter is designed with a series of ports facing the
upstream velocity pressures, as well as ow sensing ports strategically located
ahead of the trailing edge ow separation.
The multi-ported, self-averaging ow element consists of an el-
liptical shape with two independent ow sensing chambers. The
impact velocity sensing holes (high pressure) are located along
the leading edge and the true static sensing holes (low pressure)
are on the exterior probe side. Series PFA comes with instru-
ment shut-o valves with provisions to accept a direct indicating
meter.
II. SPECIFICATIONS
Applications: Liquids
Pipe Sizes: 2 to 16 inches (50 to 406.4 mm)
Pressure: 400 PSI (2758 kPa) maximum
Temperature:
Gage PFA Velocity Sensor
180 °F (80 °C) maximum 250 °F (121 °C) maximum
Accuracy: ±1.75% of reading
Turndown Ratio: 17:1 with no vacuum eect
Standard Components:
Y-type head, brass
Compression tting;
2” to 5”, brass
6” to 16”, CS with SS ferrule
CS 3000 lb. weld tting - ASTM A105
316/316L SS Ellipse sensor
Instrument valves (2 per sensor) - ¼” male SAE are brass ball
Polycarbonate ID tag with wire
Direct reading gage, brass body, 270° arc
Reynolds Number:
Greater than 75,000 maintains most accurate ow measurements
Less than 75,000 consult factory for estimated results
Double Support:
Double support required for the following Systems
Pipe Size Pump Ratings
4" 400 and 450 GPM
8"
> 2000 GPM
10"
> 2500 GPM
12"
> 3000 GPM
16"
> 5000 GPM
True static
sensing holes
Impact velocity
sensing holes
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III. PIPE ORIENTATION AND SENSOR MOUNTING
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DEBI TMETER S
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LIQUID
10° 10°
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FIELD
WELD
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L
FLOW METER S
DEBI TMETER S
MEDI DOR DE FLUJO
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FIGURE 1 − HORIZONTAL PIPE INSTALLATION
LIQUID
FLOW METER S
DEBI TMETER S
MEDI DOR DE FLUJO
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FIELD
WELD
H
L
FLOW METER S
DEBI TMETER S
MEDI DOR DE FLUJO
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FIELD
WELD
H
L
FIGURE 2 − VERTICAL PIPE INSTALLATION
NOTE: Pipe must remain full at all
times during measurements.
NOTE: Pipe must remain full at all
times during measurements.
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IV. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SINGLE SUPPORT
1. Choose the proper location to install the PFA Ellipse using AGA/ASME standards (or
equivalent). Refer to the Location Instructions on Page 8.
2. Grind the surface of the pipe where the PFA Ellipse is to be inserted to provide a clean area for
welding.
3. Weld the supplied weld-o-let to the pipe using standard codes for your application
(⁄” weld gap recommended). Take care to protect the threads during the welding process.
4. Drill a hole through the pipe wall according to Table 1.
5. Deburr the hole just drilled, especially on the inside of the pipe.
PIPE SIZE MODEL / SENSOR WELD CONNECTOR DRILL BIT
2” - 5” PFA (½”) ½”
/
”
6” - 12” PFA (
/
”) 1” 1
/
”
14” - 16” PFA (1¼”) 1¼” 1
/
”
TABLE 1 − SINGLE SUPPORT DRILL BIT SIZE
6. Install the supplied compression tting by threading it into the weld-o-let manually. Then with
a wrench, tighten the tting a further 1¼ turns taking care not to tighten the compression nut.
7. Install the instrument valves at the PFA Ellipse head connections. Ensure that the valves are
FULLY CLOSED to prevent them from leaking during start-up.
8. Insert the PFA Ellipse through the compression tting See Figure 3. Carefully push the sensor
by hand further into the pipe until it reaches the opposite wall.
9. While holding the PFA Ellipse in its fully inserted position, align the arrow located on the sensor
head with the direction of ow. See Figure 4.
10. Thoroughly tighten the compression nut in order to prevent leakage. After tightening the
compression nut manually, turn it further 1¼ turns with a wrench.
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V. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DOUBLE SUPPORT
1. Follow Steps 1 through 7 in Section IV. At 180° from and on the same plane as the previously
drilled hole, grind the surface of the pipe to provide a clean area for welding. Drill a hole and
deburr, especially on the inside of the pipe. The hole used for the double support should be
sized according to Table 2.
2. Weld the double support weld-o-let making sure that it is centered with the drilled hole
(⁄” weld gap recommended).
3. Install the PFA Ellipse sensor through the two holes. Make sure that the double support pin
passes through the guide ring. See Figure 5.
4. Align the arrow located on the sensor head in the direction of ow as in Step 9, Section IV.
5. Ensure that the PFA Ellipse is in the correct orientation and spans the inside of the pipe.
Tighten the compression nut. After tightening the compression nut manually, tighten it 1¼
turns more using a wrench.
6. Install the plug into the end of the double support weld-o-let. Tighten the plug to prevent
leakage.
Threaded portion
to be installed
into weld tting
on pipe
Install insert
as shown
Thread nut loosely
onto body of the
compression tting
Body
Insert
Nut
FIGURE 3 − COMPRESSION FITTING ASSEMBLY
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FLOW METER S
DEBI TMETER S
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FLOW
FIELD
WELD
H
L
H
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FIGURE 4 − SENSOR ALIGNMENT
PIPE SIZE MODEL / SENSOR WELD CONNECTOR DRILL BIT
2” - 5” PFA (½”)
/
”
/
”
6” - 12” PFA (
/
”) ½” ½”
14” - 16” PFA (1¼”) 1”
/
”
TABLE 2 − DOUBLE SUPPORT DRILL BIT SIZE
Ellipse Sensor
Double Support Pin
Guide Ring
FIGURE 5 − DOUBLE SUPPORT PIN
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VI. GAGE MOUNTING
1. The FGE gage can be line, bracket or panel mounted.
2. For liquid applications the FGE should be installed below the PFA Ellipse in a level position. See
Figure 6.
NOTE: If recommended mounting is not possible, care must be taken to ensure that the gage is vented periodically.
FLOW METER S
DEBI TMETER S
MEDI DOR DE FLUJO
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PFA-XXX
X inch
250 SWP
X/XX
S/N AXXXXXXX
1000
1500
2000
2500
GPM
3000
3500
4000
VENT
VALVES
FLOW
BY-PASS
VALVE
H
L
FIGURE 6 - RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION
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PRESO ELLIPSE LOCATION INSTRUCTIONS
Straight pipe requirements: Accuracy is aected by the piping congurations due to the disturbances of
the ow prole. A fully developed symmetrical ow prole is achieved with the minimum upstream and
downstream recommended lengths.
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PRESO FIRE PUMP SYSTEM
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250 SWP
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1000
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2000
2500
GPM
3000
3500
4000
73
Flow
Flow
Pipe Diameters From Valve
PRESO
PFA
Valve
Throttle Valve
Throttle Valve
System By-pass Valve
Supply
Discharge
Optional to
Pump Inlet
Air Vent
Fire Pump
PRESO
PRESO
THROTTLED VALVE OR REGULATOR
DISTANCES ARE EXPRESSED IN
NUMBER OF NOMINAL PIPE DIAMETERS
TWO ELBOWS IN DIFFERENT PLANES
TWO ELBOWS IN THE SAME PLANECHANGE IN PIPE SIZE
PRESO
PRESO
FLOW
FLOW
FLOW
FLOW
FLOW
FLOW
FLOW
FLOW
STRAIGHTENING VANESTRAIGHTENING VANE
10
6
4
4
2
9
4
9
4
6
10
4
4
2
PRESO
FLOW
FLOW
PRESO
PRESO
STRAIGHTENING VANE
REGULATORY OR
PARTIALLY CLOSED
VALVE
STRAIGHTENING VANE
STRAIGHTENING VANE
PRESO
PRESO
4
27
6
2
5
411
24
4
5 5
2
10
4
11 3
PRESO
4 5
2
9
3
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VII. GAGE INSTALLATION
1. The connecting tubing between the PFA Ellipse and the gage should be as short as possible
and should slope down a minimum of 1 inch per foot.
2. Secure and support tubing to prevent sagging and/or vibration.
3. Care must be taken to ensure that the head heights are even.
4. A bleed line should be run from the gage vent valves to a pan or drain.
VIII. GAGE OPERATION
1. Identify Hi and Lo pressure inlets on the gage.
2. Ensure by-pass valve (blue) is OPEN!
WARNING
WARNING: Gage may be damaged if initially pressurized with the by-pass valve closed.
3. Connect gage to corresponding Hi and Lo pressure taps of the PFA Ellipse (via 3-valve
manifold, if being used).
4. Open Hi and Lo instrument valves on the PFA Ellipse.
5. Alternately open the Hi and Lo vent valves to purge the lines.
6. When venting is complete, close the by-pass valve to begin taking reading.
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Badger Meter Warranty
Badger Meter Warranty
PFA Ellipse
Fire Pump System
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PRODUCTS COVERED
The Badger Meter warranty shall apply to the Preso PFA Ellipse Fire
Pump System (“Product”).
MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP
Badger Meter warrants the Product to be free from defects in
materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the
original purchase date.
PRODUCT RETURNS
Product failures must be proven and verified to the satisfaction
of Badger Meter. The Badger Meter obligation hereunder shall be
limited to such repair and replacement and shall be conditioned
upon Badger Meter receiving written notice of any asserted defect
within 10 (ten) days after its discovery. If the defect arises and a valid
claim is received within the Warranty Period, at its option, Badger
Meter will either (1) exchange the Product with a new, used or
refurbished Product that is at least functionally equivalent to the
original Product, or (2) refund the purchase price of the Product. DO
NOT RETURN ANY PRODUCT UNTIL YOU HAVE CALLED THE BADGER
METER CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AND OBTAINED A RETURN
AUTHORIZATION.
Product returns must be shipped by the Customer prepaid F.O.B.
to the nearest Badger Meter factory or distribution center. The
Customer shall be responsible for all direct and indirect costs
associated with removing the original Product and reinstalling the
repaired or replacement Product. A replacement Product assumes
the remaining warranty of the original Product or ninety (90)
days from the date of replacement, whichever provides longer
coverage.
LIMITS OF LIABILITY
This warranty shall not apply to any Product repaired or altered
by any Product other than Badger Meter. The foregoing warranty
applies only to the extent that the Product is installed, serviced and
operated strictly in accordance with Badger Meter instructions. The
warranty shall not apply and shall be void with respect to a Product
exposed to conditions other than those detailed in applicable
technical literature and Installation and Operation Manuals (IOMs)
or which have been subject to vandalism, negligence, accident, acts
of God, improper installation, operation or repair, alteration, or other
circumstances which are beyond the reasonable control of Badger
Meter.
With respect to products not manufactured by Badger Meter, the
warranty obligations of Badger Meter shall in all respects conform
and be limited to the warranty extended to Badger Meter by the
supplier.
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warranty. Any suggestions by Badger Meter or its agents regarding
use, application or suitability of the Product shall not be construed
as an express warranty unless confirmed to be such, in writing, by
Badger Meter.
EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND
DISCLAIMER OF OTHER LIABILITY
Badger Meter liability with respect to breaches of the foregoing
warranty shall be limited as stated herein. Badger Meter liability
shall in no event exceed the contract price. BADGER METER SHALL
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