Fluidwell F018 Owner's manual

Brand: Fluidwell

Model: F018

Category: Measuring, testing & control

Type: Owner's manual

User Manual

F018-P

FLOW RATE MONITOR / TOTALIZER

WITH LINEARIZATION, PULSE/ALARM AND ANALOG

OUTPUTS AND HART COMMUNICATION

Signal input: pulse, NAMUR or coil flowmeter signal

Signal output: one analog reflecting flow rate

and one flow rate alarm

or scaled/unscaled pulse

Options: intrinsically safe

backlight

HART communication

F-Series - Field mounted indicators for safe and hazardous areas

More info: www.fluidwell.com/fseries

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL............................................................................................................ 4

1.1 How to use this manual .................................................................................................. 4

1.2 Use of pictograms........................................................................................................... 4

1.3 Warranty and technical support ...................................................................................... 4

1.4 Model Reference ............................................................................................................ 4

2 SAFETY.................................................................................................................................... 5

2.1 Personal safety ............................................................................................................... 5

2.2 End-user responsibilities................................................................................................. 5

2.3 Potential equipment damage .......................................................................................... 5

2.4 Disposal of electronic waste ........................................................................................... 5

3 INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................... 6

3.1 System description ......................................................................................................... 6

3.2 Product features ............................................................................................................. 6

3.3 Installation example ........................................................................................................ 7

4 OPERATION............................................................................................................................. 8

4.1 Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 8

4.1.1 Operating modes ............................................................................................................ 8

4.2 Control panel .................................................................................................................. 8

4.2.1 Display............................................................................................................................ 8

4.2.2 Backlight (Type ZB) ........................................................................................................ 9

4.3 Displayed information ..................................................................................................... 9

4.3.1 Flow rate and total or flow rate ....................................................................................... 9

4.3.2 Clear total ....................................................................................................................... 9

4.3.3 Accumulated total ........................................................................................................... 9

4.4 Setting alarm thresholds ................................................................................................. 9

4.5 Operator alarms.............................................................................................................. 10

4.5.1 Flow rate alarm............................................................................................................... 10

4.5.2 Low battery ..................................................................................................................... 10

4.5.3 Internal error ................................................................................................................... 10

5 CONFIGURATION.................................................................................................................... 11

5.1 Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 11

5.2 Configuring using SETUP mode..................................................................................... 11

5.2.1 Entering SETUP mode ................................................................................................... 11

5.2.2 Navigating the SETUP menu.......................................................................................... 11

5.2.3 Changing configuration settings ..................................................................................... 12

5.2.4 Returning to Operator Mode........................................................................................... 12

5.3 SETUP menu overview................................................................................................... 13

5.4 SETUP menu explanations............................................................................................. 14

5.4.1 Menu 1: Total ................................................................................................................. 14

5.4.2 Menu 2: Flow rate .......................................................................................................... 15

5.4.3 Menu 3: Alarm ............................................................................................................... 16

5.4.4 Menu 4: Display ............................................................................................................. 17

5.4.5 Menu 5: Flowmeter ........................................................................................................ 18

5.4.6 Menu 6: Linearization .................................................................................................... 18

5.4.7 Menu 7: Analog output ................................................................................................... 20

5.4.8 Menu 8: Pulse output ..................................................................................................... 21

5.4.9 Menu 9: Others .............................................................................................................. 21

6 INSTALLATION........................................................................................................................ 22

6.1 Installation / environmental conditions............................................................................ 22

6.2 Handling the F018-P enclosure ...................................................................................... 23

6.2.1 Identification.................................................................................................................... 23

6.2.2 Opening, assembling and closing the F-Series .............................................................. 24

6.3 Mechanical installation.................................................................................................... 25

6.3.1 Mechanical dimensions .................................................................................................. 25

6.3.2 Mounting the F-Series .................................................................................................... 27

6.4 Electrical installation ....................................................................................................... 28

6.4.1 Electrical safety............................................................................................................... 28

6.4.2 Protective earth (PE) connections .................................................................................. 28

6.4.3 Field wiring connections ................................................................................................. 29

6.4.4 Power supply .................................................................................................................. 30

6.4.5 Sensor supply................................................................................................................. 30

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6.5 Terminal connectors safe area applications - Type PX, PD ........................................... 30

6.5.1 Terminals 1-3 (6): flowmeter input.................................................................................. 31

6.5.2 Terminals 4-5: Power supply - type PX and PD ............................................................. 34

6.5.3 Terminal 6: Sensor power supply - Type PD.................................................................. 34

6.5.4 Terminals 7-8: Pulse or Alarm output - Type OT............................................................ 34

6.5.5 Terminals 9-10: Backlight power supply - Type ZB ........................................................ 34

6.5.6 Terminals 11-12: Analog output + output loop power - Type AH.................................... 35

6.5.7 Terminals 11-12: HART communication - Type CR ....................................................... 35

7 INTRINSICALLY SAFE APPLICATIONS ................................................................................ 36

7.1 Identification.................................................................................................................... 36

7.2 Electrical installation in hazardous areas........................................................................ 37

7.2.1 Installations based on FM or CSA Certificate................................................................. 37

7.2.2 Electrical data - Control drawing..................................................................................... 38

7.2.3 Installations based on ATEX or IECEx Certificate.......................................................... 39

7.2.4 Electrical data - Annex 1................................................................................................. 40

7.2.5 Power supply .................................................................................................................. 41

7.2.6 Sensor supply................................................................................................................. 41

7.3 Terminal connectors hazardous area applications ......................................................... 41

7.4 Configuration examples Intrinsically Safe applications................................................... 42

7.4.1 F018-P-AH-CR-OT-PX-XI-(ZB) - Ex ia IIC/IIIC............................................................... 42

7.4.2 F018-P-AH-CR-OT-PX-XI-ZB - Ex ia IIC/IIIC ................................................................. 43

7.4.3 F018-P-AH-CR-OT-PD-XI-ZB - Ex ia IIC/IIIC ................................................................. 43

8 MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................ 44

8.1 General directions........................................................................................................... 44

8.2 Instructions for repair ...................................................................................................... 44

8.3 Battery replacement........................................................................................................ 45

8.3.1 Safety instructions .......................................................................................................... 45

8.3.2 Battery replacement procedure ...................................................................................... 46

8.3.3 Disposal of batteries ....................................................................................................... 46

APPENDIX A - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION .............................................................................. 47

A.1 General ........................................................................................................................... 47

A.2 Input................................................................................................................................ 49

A.3 Output ............................................................................................................................. 49

A.4 Operational ..................................................................................................................... 50

APPENDIX B - TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................... 51

APPENDIX C - HART COMMUNICATION...................................................................................... 52

APPENDIX D - LEGAL INFORMATION ......................................................................................... 55

D.1 Declarations of Conformity ............................................................................................. 55

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1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL

1.1 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

This operation manual is divided into two main parts:

● The daily use of the F018-P is described in Section 4: Operation[»8]. These instructions are

meant for users / operators.

● All subsequent sections and appendices are meant for electricians/technicians. These provide a

detailed description of all software settings and hardware installation guidance.

Always follow the instructions in this manual, especially the safety information. For additional

information, please contact your supplier.

1.2 USE OF PICTOGRAMS

A hazardous situation may occur if the unit is not used for the purpose it was designed for or is used

incorrectly. The following pictograms inform you of important information:

A warning indicates a hazardous situation that could cause injury or death.

A caution indicates a condition that could cause:

● moderate/minor personal injury or equipment damage.

● incorrect functioning of the unit or connected instruments.

A note informs you of important information.

1.3 WARRANTY AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT

For warranty and technical support on your Fluidwell products, visit our internet site

www.fluidwell.com or contact us at [email protected].

1.4 MODEL REFERENCE

Hardware version: 03.04.xx

Software version: 03.06.xx

Document version: FW_F018-P_M_v0501-03_EN

Information in this document is subject to change without prior notice. The manufacturer is

not responsible for mistakes in this material or for incidental damage caused as a direct or

indirect result of the delivery, performance or use of this material.

by any means without written permission of your supplier.

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2 SAFETY

2.1 PERSONAL SAFETY

● Explosion hazard: Never open the unit when explosive atmosphere is present, and the unit is

connected to a power supply or consuming device like the internal battery supply.

● Risk of electric shock: Only open the unit if all leads are free of potential electrical energy.

● Immediately inform the person responsible for the installation if you disagree with the safety

precautions or if you detect errors or danger.

● Intrinsically Safe applications: follow the instructions as mentioned in Section 7: Intrinsically safe

applications[»36].

Certificates and related documents are available on our website or from your distributor.

2.2 END-USER RESPONSIBILITIES

● Installation, use, and servicing of the unit must be done by authorized technicians.

● This unit is not designed for use in life support appliances, devices, or systems where

malfunction of the product could result in personal injury. Customers using or selling these

products for use in such applications do so at their own risk and agree to fully indemnify the

manufacturer and supplier for any damages resulting from such improper use or sale.

● Check all connections, settings and technical specifications of all peripheral devices supplied

with the unit.

● The unit must be installed in accordance with the EMC (Electro Magnetic Compatibility)

guidelines.

● Connect Protective Earth (PE) / proper grounding to the metal enclosure as indicated in

Section 6.4.2: Protective earth (PE) connections[»28].

● If the unit is used on a ship, truck or somewhere else with no Protective Earth (PE) connection

available, connect an alternative grounding suitable for the application to the metal enclosure.

● The Protective Earth (PE) wire (or alternative grounding) may never be disconnected or

removed.

● The local labor and safety laws, and regulations must be adhered to.

● Modifying the unit without prior written consent from the manufacturer will result in the

immediate termination of product liability and warranty period.

● The manufacturer accepts no responsibility whatsoever if the safety information and instructions

in this manual are not observed.

2.3 POTENTIAL EQUIPMENT DAMAGE

● Before installing the unit, check the mains voltage and information on the manufacturer's label

for product configuration.

● Electro Static Discharge (ESD) causes irreparable damage to electronics. When installing or

opening the unit, the technician should first discharge him- or herself by touching a well-

grounded object.

● Never touch the electronic components.

● Never expose the unit to conditions that may exceed the enclosure classifications as indicated

by the manufacturer's label and Section 6.1: Installation / environmental conditions[»22].

2.4 DISPOSAL OF ELECTRONIC WASTE

At the end of its life this product should be disposed of according to the

(inter)national regulations regarding waste electronic equipment. If a

battery is installed in this product, it should be disposed of separately. The

separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment will help to

conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that

protects the environment.

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3 INTRODUCTION

3.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The flow rate monitor / totalizer model F018-P is a microprocessor-driven instrument designed to

linearize the flowmeter’s flow curve and to display the current flow rate, resettable total and non-

resettable accumulated total. At the output side, it is able to generate a scaled pulse according to the

accumulated total or an unscaled pulse reflecting the flowmeter pulse signal, generate high and/or

low flow rate alarms and is supplied with a HART- enabled analog output representing the current

flow rate.

Fig.1: The F018

This manual describes the daily use, configuration and installation of the F018-P with pulse input

from a flowmeter and its available options.

The following figure shows the F018-P used in a typical application.

Alarm output Pulse output

Analog output

Linearization

Fig.2: Typical application

3.2 PRODUCT FEATURES

General characteristics

● 15 point linearization table

● One output reflecting totalized flow or flow alarm

● Possibility to transmit unscaled flowmeter signal

● Ultra-low power consumption to allow for long battery life (Type PB/PC)

● Various mounting possibilities

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● A choice of enclosure materials: GRP, aluminum or stainless steel (316L), suitable for every

industrial environment

● Ability to process a broad range of sensor signals

● Simple and standard configuration and operator interface.

Configuration

The F018 can be used for many types of application and has a SETUP mode to allow for configuring

it to your requirements. See Section 5: Configuration[»11] for further information.

All settings are stored in an EEPROM memory so they will not be lost if there is a power failure.

Input

● One flowmeter with a passive or active pulse, NAMUR or coil signal output

● Several options are available for powering the sensor.

Output

● A pulse output is available from the F018-P, reflecting the passing of a programmable quantity

or the presence of an alarm.

● Pulse output can also be configured to retransmit the flow meter input pulse signal.

● An analog output (4 - 20 mA) reflecting the linearized flow rate is available.

● Several driving options are available, depending on the ordered Type.

Options

● Intrinsic safety (Type XI)

● HART-enabled analog output (4 - 20 mA, Type CR)

● Multidrop communication

● Device description (DD) available for use with a HART handheld or HART Host

● Power and sensor supply (Types PB, PC, PD, PX, in various combinations)

● Panel mount enclosure (Types HB, HC)

● Flame-proof enclosure (Type XF)

● Display backlight (Type ZB).

3.3 INSTALLATION EXAMPLE

Following parts can be recognized in below installation example.

Fig.3: Installation example F018-P

1. Front cover 3. Label 5. Keys

2. Display 4. Back cover 6. Cable entry (process mount)

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4 OPERATION

This unit may only be operated by authorized and trained personnel who have read and understood

this manual, particularly Section 2: Safety[»5].

4.1 INTRODUCTION

This chapter describes the daily use and operation of the F018-P. For this, the F-Series is equipped

with a control panel that provides the operator with various functions, information and operating

modes.

4.1.1 OPERATING MODES

The following operating mode are available:

●OPERATOR-mode

This is the default mode of operation and mode indicator

RUN

is shown on the display. This

mode is available for all operators and gives access to the other modes. The available functions

and rights depend on the type of unit and configured settings. The unit will always return to this

mode when there is no user interaction for some time in any of the other modes.

●SETUP-mode

This mode allows to review all configuration settings using a SETUP-menu. The mode indicator

SETUP

is shown on the display and access can be restricted via a password. After selecting a

configuration item, it can be changed using the PROGRAM-mode.

●PROGRAM-mode

This mode is used to change settings in the SETUP-menu, enter values in OPERATOR-mode or

enter a password. When a setting is being changed, this is indicated by the mode indicator

PROGRAM

on the display.

The following paragraphs describe the modes of operation in more detail. SETUP-mode and

PROGRAM-mode are described in Section 5: Configuration[»11].

4.2 CONTROL PANEL

The control panel is located on the front side of the F-Series.

● A Liquid Cristal Display (LCD) to show process values and various other information.

● Three keys (PROG/ENTER, SELECT, CLEAR) to control the unit during operation.

● An optional backlight to illuminate the display (Type ZB).

Functions of the keys in Operator Mode

PROG/ENTER-key

This key is used to program and save new values or settings.

The PROG-key is also used to gain access to SETUP mode, see Section 5:

Configuration[»11].

SELECT-key

This key is used to select the displayed information.

CLEAR-key

This key is used to clear the value of total.

4.2.1 DISPLAY

In the F018-P, all inputs and outputs are continuously processed in the background. The relevant

process information is then displayed on a selection of screens when the product is in OPERATOR-

mode.

The display contains one line with larger digits and one line with smaller characters below that. The

top line displays key process information, while the bottom line usually displays additional

information or system messages. Also, measurement unit and symbols to indicate operating mode,

function, and status may be displayed.

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Normally, the display is updated depending on the refresh rate selected in the configuration settings.

By pressing any key, the display switches to refreshing the information 8 times per second. After 30

seconds of key inactivity, the display returns to the configured refresh rate.

RATE

TOTAL

RUN

Fig.4: Example of display information during process

4.2.2 BACKLIGHT (TYPE ZB)

The F018-P with Type ZB is equipped with a backlight to illuminate the display for improved

readability. The backlight can be turned on or off, and its intensity can be set in the SETUP- menu.

4.3 DISPLAYED INFORMATION

4.3.1 FLOW RATE AND TOTAL OR FLOW RATE

The main display shows the totalized flow with the large digit line and the actual flow rate on the

bottom line. After selecting any other information, the F018 will always return to this display

automatically.

The configured measurement unit for Total is indicated on the top line of the display, the unit for flow

is included in the bottom line. Please note that the display can be configured to show the actual flow

rate only, using the large digits (see

SETUP

4.1: DISPLAY > FUNCTION). In both cases, accumulated total

will be shown after pressing the SELECT key.

When “-------” is shown, the flow rate is too high to be displayed.

The arrows ▲▼ indicate the process value trend: increasing or decreasing.

4.3.2 CLEAR TOTAL

The value for total can be re-initialized. To do so, press CLEAR twice. After pressing CLEAR once,

the flashing text "PUSH CLEAR" is displayed. To avoid re-initialization at this stage, press another

key than CLEAR or wait for 20 seconds.

Re-initialization of total DOES NOT influence the accumulated total.

4.3.3 ACCUMULATED TOTAL

After pressing SELECT, accumulated total is displayed.

The accumulated total cannot be re-initialized. The value will count up to 99,999,999,999. The unit

and number of decimals are displayed according to the configuration settings for total.

4.4 SETTING ALARM THRESHOLDS

Setting the threshold values might not be available in Operator Mode. This is set in

SETUP

3.1: ALARM >

ALARMSET.

When the SELECT key is pressed several times, the set alarm thresholds are displayed. The

measuring unit applied is set in

SETUP

2.1: FLOW RATE > UNIT.

To enter alarm values, follow these steps:

1. Press PROG. The text PROGRAM will flash or a pass code is requested

2. Use ►to select a digit and ▲to increase it

3. Confirm the new value by pressing ENTER.

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PROGRAM

Fig.5: Example of display information during programming minimum flow rate alarm level

When a value was changed but ENTER has not been pressed, the change can be canceled by

waiting for 20 seconds or by pressing ENTER and holding for three seconds.

4.5 OPERATOR ALARMS

4.5.1 FLOW RATE ALARM

When the actual flow rate is outside the allowed range, an alarm message will be displayed

indicating the type of alarm: "LO RATE", "HI RATE". The alarm is terminated automatically as soon

as the flow rate is within its range again.

4.5.2 LOW BATTERY

When the battery voltage drops, it must be replaced. To warn in time, an icon “LOW BATTERY” will

flash on the left side of the display. The F018 will continue to function correctly for several days up to

some weeks, but as soon as the warning stop flashing and is displayed continuously the battery

must be replaced shortly after, or it will run out.

See Section 8.3: Battery replacement[»45] for further information.

RUN

Fig.6: Example of low battery alarm

4.5.3 INTERNAL ERROR

When an internal error occurs, “ALARM” will be displayed. Press the SELECT key several times to

display the 4-digit error code. Consult Section B: Troubleshooting[»51] for more information.

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5 CONFIGURATION

5.1 INTRODUCTION

This chapter describes how technicians can use configuration settings to configure the F-Series for

optimal functionality. Configuration of the F018-P can be done in SETUP mode, using the front keys.

5.2 CONFIGURING USING SETUP MODE

For an overview of Operating modes, see Section 4.1.1: Operating modes[»8].

Changing settings may influence current operation

In SETUP mode the unit remains fully operational. Make sure the product is not being used for any

application when changing settings.

5.2.1 ENTERING SETUP MODE

1. Press the PROG-key for 7 seconds. During this, the symbols ▲▼ are displayed. You may be

prompted to enter a password.

2. The

SETUP

indicator is now activated on the display and the

RUN

indicator is deactivated.

5.2.2 NAVIGATING THE SETUP MENU

The SETUP menu contains several menu groups, which each contain various menu items. Each

menu item has a unique number which is displayed at the bottom of the display. Additionally, each

menu item is expressed with a keyword.

The menu number is a combination of two figures separated by a dot:

● the first figure indicates the selected menu group (e.g. 1. TOTAL).

● the second figure indicates the menu item (e.g. 1.1 UNIT).

The following image shows the layout of the menu structure:

Fig.7: SETUP menu layout and navigation

Navigate the SETUP menu with the following functions:

PROG-key

When a menu item is selected (e.g. 1.1), this key is used to start the programming

sequence.

When a menu group is selected (and no function), this key is used to scroll back a group

(e.g. 3. à 2. à 1. à 3. à 2. ...)

SELECT-key

This key is used to select the next menu item in the list (e.g. 1. à 1.1 à 1.2 à 1.3 à

1. ...). When the top of the list is reached, it will wrap around and return to the menu group

selection.

CLEAR-key

This key is used to select the previous menu item in the list (e.g. 1.3 à 1.2 à 1.1 à 1. à

2. ...). When the bottom of the list is reached, it returns to the menu group selection.

When a menu group is selected (and no item), this key is used to scroll to the next group

(e.g. 1. à 2. à 3. à 1. à 2. ...)

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5.2.3 CHANGING CONFIGURATION SETTINGS

A menu item either contains a value (a number with optionally a decimal point and sign, e.g.

-123.45) or a selection list (e.g. L – m3 - USGAL). After a menu item is selected in the SETUP menu,

a new value can be programmed by performing the following steps. During the programming

sequence, the

PROGRAM

indicator is shown on the display.

Step 1: Start the programming sequence

PROG-key

When a menu item is selected in the SETUP menu, this key is used to start the

programming sequence.

Step 2a: Change a value

SELECT-key

This key is used to increment the selected digit or to select de next position of the decimal

point.

When the entered value is out of range, the increase sign ▲ or decrease sign ▼ will be

displayed; the value will be automatically brought within range when confirmed later.

CLEAR-key

This key is used to select the next digit. If a decimal point can be set, this will be included

in the sequence as well (e.g. [decimal point] à digit 1 à digit 2 à digit 3 à [decimal

point]).

SELECT-key + CLEAR-key

When a value can also be entered as a negative number, pressing the SELECT-key and

CLEAR-key simultaneously will toggle the ‘–‘ (minus) sign on and off.

Step 2b: Change the selection in a list

SELECT-key

This key is used to select the next item in the list (e.g. L à m³ à USGAL).

At the end of the list, the selection will wrap around to the first selection.

CLEAR-key

This key is used to select the previous item in the list (e.g. USGAL à m³ à L).

At the bottom of the list, the selection will wrap around to the last selection.

Step 3: Finish the programming sequence

PROG-key

During the programming sequence, this key is used to confirm or cancel the new value

and return to SETUP mode. To cancel the operation, either press the PROG-key for 3

seconds or wait for 20 seconds: the programming sequence is cancelled and the former

value is reinstated.

5.2.4 RETURNING TO OPERATOR MODE

When all configuration settings are set correctly, return to OPERATOR mode by pressing the

PROG-key for three seconds, or do not press any key for 2 minutes to return automatically. The

RUN

indicator is now activated on the display and the

SETUP

indicator is deactivated.

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5.3 SETUP MENU OVERVIEW

1 TOTAL DEFAULT

1.1 UNIT L - m3 - kg - lb - GAL - USGAL - bbl - no unit L

1.2 DECIMALS 0 - 3 0

1.3 K-FACTOR 0.000010 - 9,999,999 1

1.4 DECIMALS K-FACTOR 0 - 6 0

2 FLOW RATE DEFAULT

2.1 UNIT L/min - L/hr - m3/sec - m3/min - m3/hr - m3/day - g/sec - g/

min - g/hr - kg/sec - kg/min - kg/hr - kg/day - ton/min - ton/

hr - ton/day - GAL/sec - GAL/min - GAL/hr - GAL/day - bbl/

sec - bbl/min - bbl/hr - bbl/day - lb/sec - lb/min - lb/hr - lb/

day - cf/sec - cf/min - cf/hr - rev/sec - rev/min - none - L/sec

L/min

2.2 DECIMALS 0 - 3 0

2.3 K-FACTOR 0.000010 - 9,999,999 1

2.4 DECIMALS K-FACTOR 0 - 6 0

2.5 CALCULATION per 1 - 255 pulses 10

2.6 CUT-OFF 0.1 - 999.9 seconds 30

2.7 DAMPING 0.1 - 999.9 seconds 0.1

3 ALARM DEFAULT

3.1 ALARMSET Operate - setup - hide Operate

3.2 FLOWZERO default - no relays - ignore default

3.3 ALARM LOW -999,999 ... 999,999 0

3.4 ALARM HIGH -999,999 ... 999,999 0

3.5 DELAY ALARM LOW 0 - 999.9 seconds 0.0

3.6 DELAY ALARM HIGH 0 - 999.9 seconds 0.0

3.7 REL OUT Lo - Hi - Lo+Hi - Pulse - Off Lo+Hi

4 DISPLAY DEFAULT

4.1 FUNCTION total - flow rate total

4.2 LCD NEW fast - 1 sec - 3 sec - 15 sec - 30 sec - off 1 sec

4.3 BACKLIGHT off - on off

4.4 BACKLIGHT ALARM off - on - flash off

4.5 BACKLIGHT

BRIGHTNESS

1 - 5 5

4.6 BATTERY MODE operational - shelf operational

5 FLOWMETER DEFAULT

5.1 SIGNAL npn - npn_lp - reed - reed_lp - pnp - pnp_lp - namur -

coil_hi - coil_lo - active

coil_lo

5.2 RETRANSMIT enable - disable disable

6 LINEARIZATION DEFAULT

6.1..F FREQ. / M-FACTOR

1..15

Frequency: 0.1 - 9,999.9 Hz

M-Factor: 0.000001 - 9.999999

0.0 Hz

1.000000

6.G LINEARIZATION Enable / disable Disable

6.H DECIMALS

FREQUENCY

0 - 3 1

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7 ANALOG OUTPUT DEFAULT

7.1 PV LRV -999,999 ... 999,999 0

7.2 PV URV -999,999 ... 999,999 1600

7.3 LOOP CURRENT

MODE

Enabled - disabled Enabled

7.4 LOOP TEST Off - set 4 mA - set 20 mA Off

7.5 TUNE LO 0000 - 9999 660

7.6 TUNE HI 0000 - 9999 3300

8 PULSE OUTPUT DEFAULT

8.1 PULSE WIDTH 0.001 - 9.999 sec 0

8.2 DECIMALS 0 - 3 0

8.3 IMPULSE PER X-quantity 1000

8.4 REL OUT Lo - Hi - Lo+Hi - Pulse - Off Lo+Hi

9 OTHERS DEFAULT

9.1 TYPE / MODEL fixed F018-P

9.2 SOFTWARE VERSION fixed 03.xx.xx

9.3 SERIAL NUMBER fixed xxxxxxx

9.4 PASS CODE 0000 - 9999 0000

9.5 POLL ADRESS 0 ... 63 0

9.6 TAG NUMBER 0000000 - 9999999 0000000

5.4 SETUP MENU EXPLANATIONS

5.4.1 MENU 1: TOTAL

Calculating the K-factor for Total

The K-factor is used to convert the flowmeter pulse frequency to a quantity. Two examples are

given.

Example 1

● The flowmeter generates 2.4813 pulses per liter.

● The flow will be displayed using cubic meters (m3; 1.1: TOTAL > UNIT).

● A cubic meter equals 1000 liters, thus the flowmeter generates 2,481.3 pulses per m3.

● Enter the K-factor as 248130 at 1.3: TOTAL > K-FACTOR and 2 at 1.4: TOTAL > DECIMALS K-FACTOR.

Example 2

● The flowmeter generates 6.5231 pulses per gallon.

● The flow will be displayed using gallons (1.1: TOTAL > UNIT).

● Enter the K-factor as 652310 at 1.3: TOTAL > K-FACTOR and 5 at 1.4: TOTAL > DECIMALS K-FACTOR.

When a different unit is selected, the displayed values are NOT recalculated.

1 TOTAL

1.1 UNIT Determines the measurement unit for total and accumulated total. The

following units can be selected:

L - m3 - kg - lb - GAL - USGAL - bbl - no unit

Changing the measurement unit will have consequences for operator

and setup values. Please note that the K-factor should be checked also.

Recalculation is not done automatically.

1.2 DECIMALS Determines for Total and Accumulated Total the number of decimals.

The following can be selected:

0000000 – 111111.1 – 22222.22 – 3333.333

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1.3 K-FACTOR This value is used to convert the flowmeter pulse signals into a Total.

The K-Factor is based on the number of pulses generated by the

flowmeter per measurement unit selected in 1.1: TOTAL > UNIT.

Accuracy of the measurement system depends on the accuracy of the

K-factor.

Examples are given just above this table.

1.4 DECIMALS K-FACTOR This setting determines the number of decimals for the K-factor

(1.3: TOTAL > K-FACTOR). The following can be selected:

0 - 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5 - 6

Please note that this setting influences the accuracy of the K-factor

indirectly. This setting has NO influence on the displayed number of

digits set for Unit (1.1: TOTAL > UNIT).

5.4.2 MENU 2: FLOW RATE

Settings for total and flow rate are independent of each other. In this way, different settings like units

of measurement can be used for each.

The display update time for Flow rate is one second or more.

Calculating the K-factor for Flow rate

The K-factor is used to convert the flowmeter pulse frequency to a flow. Two examples are given.

Example 1

● The flowmeter generates 2.4813 pulses per liter.

● The flow will be displayed using cubic meters (m3; 2.1: FLOW RATE > UNIT).

● A cubic meter equals 1000 liters, thus the flowmeter generates 2,481.3 pulses per m3.

● Enter the K-factor as 248130 at 2.3: FLOW RATE > K-FACTOR and 2 at 2.4: FLOW RATE > DECIMALS K-

FACTOR.

Example 2

● The flowmeter generates 6.5231 pulses per gallon.

● The flow will be displayed using gallons (2.1: FLOW RATE > UNIT).

● Enter the K-factor as 652310 at 2.3: FLOW RATE > K-FACTOR and 5 at 2.4: FLOW RATE > DECIMALS K-

FACTOR.

2 FLOW RATE

2.1 UNIT Determines the measurement unit for the flow rate. The following can be

selected:

L/min - L/hr - m3/sec - m3/min - m3/hr - m3/day - g/sec - g/min - g/hr -

kg/sec - kg/min - kg/hr - kg/day - ton/min - ton/hr - ton/day - GAL/sec -

GAL/min - GAL/hr - GAL/day - bbl/sec - bbl/min - bbl/hr - bbl/day - lb/sec

- lb/min - lb/hr - lb/day - cf/sec - cf/min - cf/hr - rev/sec - rev/min - none -

L/sec

Changing the measurement unit will have consequences for operator

and setup values. Please note that the K-factor should be checked also.

Recalculation is not done automatically.

2.2 DECIMALS Determines the number of decimals for the flowrate. The following can

be selected:

0000000 - 111111.1 - 22222.22 - 3333.333

2.3 K-FACTOR The K-factor is used to convert the flowmeter pulse signals to a flowrate

unit. The K-factor is based on the number of pulses generated by the

flowmeter per measurement unit selected in 2.1: FLOW RATE > UNIT.

Accuracy of the measurement system depends on the accuracy of the

K-factor.

Examples are given just above this table.

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2.4 DECIMALS K-FACTOR This setting determines the number of decimals for the K-factor

(2.3: FLOW RATE > K-FACTOR). The following can be selected:

0 - 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6

Please note that this parameter influences the accuracy of the K-factor

indirectly. This setting has NO influence on the displayed number of

digits for “flow rate” (2.2: FLOW RATE > DECIMALS).

2.5 CALCULATION The flowrate is calculated by measuring the time passed between a set

number of pulses. The more pulses counted, the more accurate the

displayed flowrate will be, but the update period will become longer. The

maximum number of pulses to be counted for a calculation is 255.

●The lower the number of pulses, the higher the power consumption of

the F018-P will be (important for battery powered applications).

●For low frequency applications (below 10 Hz), do not program more

than 10 pulses, to prevent a very slow update time. For

high‑frequency applications (above 1 kHz), enter a value of 100

pulses or more.

2.6 CUT-OFF Sets a minimum threshold for the flow to be displayed. If during the set

time less than the number of pulses set at 2.5: FLOW RATE > CALCULATION

are detected, the flowrate will be displayed as zero.

The cut-off time has to be entered in seconds. The maximum time is 999

seconds (approximately 16.5 minutes).

2.7 DAMPING Damping is used in case the flowmeter output is not stable, leading to

fast changes in the displayed flow value.

The damping value entered sets the step-response time of the flow rate

measurement. This is the time it takes for the displayed value (and thus

the analog output value) to reach 63% of its new value.

For example, the flow rate suddenly increases from 30 to 100 L/s and

the damping is set to 10 seconds. Initially, the displayed flow rate value

will be 30 L/sec. Then, after 10 seconds, the displayed value will reach

30 + 0,63 x (100-30) = 74 L/sec

The value will keep increasing and eventually it will reach 100 L/sec.

5.4.3 MENU 3: ALARM

3 ALARM

3.1 ALARMSET This function determines if the alarm thresholds can be set at both

Operator level and SETUP-level or SETUP-level only, and if the alarm

values are visible at operator level. Choices are:

Operate - setup - hide

If SETUP has been selected, the alarm values are still visible for the

Operator but cannot be changed.

If Hide has been selected, the alarm values are invisible at Operator

level.

3.2 FLOWZERO When the sensor signal is zero, the monitoring can be ignored or

disabled. Select the desired action when the signal becomes zero:

●Default: the alarm output is switched, and the alarm is indicated on

the display.

●No relay: the alarm output is not switched, but the alarm is indicated

on the display.

●Ignore: the alarm output is not switched, and no alarm is indicated

on the display.

3.3 ALARM LOW Sets the low alarm threshold. An alarm is generated as long as the Flow

rate is lower than this setting. The function is disabled by entering 0.0.

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3.4 ALARM HIGH Sets the high alarm threshold. An alarm is generated as long as the

Flow rate is higher than this setting. The function is disabled by entering

0.0.

Both flow rate alarms are signaled in HART.

●A low flow alarm will set device status bit 14.5

●A high flow alarm will set device status bit 14.6.

3.5 DELAY ALARM LOW An alarm generated by 3.3: ALARM > ALARM LOW can be ignored during X-

time period. If the Flow rate is still below the Alarm Low level after this

delay time, an alarm is generated.

3.6 DELAY ALARM HIGH An alarm generated by 3.4: ALARM > ALARM HIGH can be ignored during X-

time period. If the Flow rate is still above the Alarm High level after this

delay time, an alarm is generated.

3.7 REL OUT One transistor output is available to transmit the alarm condition or to

generate the scaled pulse output.

Assign with this function the type of signal to be transmitted:

low flow rate alarm, high flow rate alarm, both alarms or pulse output.

This setting is equal to setting 8.4: PULSE OUTPUT > REL OUT.

This setting is overruled by

SETUP

5.2: FLOWMETER > RETRANSMIT[»18].

5.4.4 MENU 4: DISPLAY

4 DISPLAY

4.1 FUNCTION Determines which information is shown with the 17mm large digits on

the main screen: flow rate, total or accumulated total.

By pressing SELECT you can scroll though the various values. After 30

seconds the display will return to the set information.

4.2 LCD NEW Sets the LCD display refresh rate. The following can be selected:

fast - 1 sec - 3 sec - 15 sec - 30 sec - off

When a key is pressed, the display refresh rate will switch to ‘fast’ for 30

seconds. After this the refresh rate will return to the set update rate.

Please note that information will be processed in the background and

will not be lost at low refresh rates.

Calculating the display information significantly affects the power

consumption. When the application does not require a fast display

refresh rate, it is strongly advised to select a slow rate.

Indication of expected battery life:

●4.2: DISPLAY > LCD NEW set to fast: 2 years

●4.2: DISPLAY > LCD NEW set to 1sec: 5 years.

Display backlight is only available with Type ZB. The following functions

will affect this optional backlight.

4.3 BACKLIGHT With this setting, the optional backlight can be turned on or off.

4.4 BACKLIGHT ALARM If the F018-P generates an alarm, the backlight can be set to change to

red. The following settings are available:

●OFF: during an alarm the color is white.

●ON: during an alarm the color is red.

●FLASH: during an alarm the color flashes red.

4.5 BACKLIGHT

BRIGHTNESS

Backlight brightness can be adjusted with this setting. A value from 1 to

5 can be selected, where 1 is minimum, and 5 maximum brightness.

4.6 BATTERY MODE The F018-P has two main modes: operational and shelf mode. In shelf

mode the product can be stored for several years with extremely low

power consumption from the battery. All settings and totals are

maintained in memory.

To wake up the F018 from shelf mode, simply press the SELECT key

twice.

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5.4.5 MENU 5: FLOWMETER

5 FLOWMETER

5.1 SIGNAL Selects the type of input sensor pickup / signal. The F018-P can process

several types of input signal. The settings with LP are used to apply a

built-in low-pass filter.

FLOWMETER SELECTION CHARACTERISTICS

TYPE OF SIGNAL EXPLANATION RESISTANCE FREQ / mVpp REMARKS

NPN NPN input 100kΩ pull-up max.6kHz

threshold1.2V Open collector

NPN - LP NPN input

with low pass filter 100kΩ pull-up max.1.2kHz

threshold1.2V

Open collector

less sensitive

REED Reed-switch input 1MΩ pull-up max.600Hz

threshold1.2V

REED - LP Reed-switch input

with low pass filter 1MΩ pull-up max.120Hz

threshold1.2V Less sensitive

PNP PNP input 47kΩ pull-down max.6kHz

threshold1.2V

PNP - LP PNP input

with low pass filter 100kΩ pull-down max.1.2kHz

threshold1.2V Less sensitive

NAMUR NAMUR input 820Ω pull-down max.4kHz External power

required

COIL HI Coil input

high sensitivity -

min.20mVpp Sensitive for

interference

Type ZF min.10mVpp

Type ZG min.5mVpp

COIL LO Coil input

low sensitivity - min.90mVpp Normal sensitivity

ACTIVE

Active pulse input

detection level

1.2VDC

47 kΩ max.10kHz External power

required

5.2 RETRANSMIT The conditioned flow meter input pulse can be retransmitted via the

transistor output. This can be useful for calibration purposes or

amplification and squaring of sinewave like signals.

With this setting enabled, for every pulse that is received on the input a

pulse of 1 ms will be generated on the output. The maximum frequency

for this function is 500 Hz, pulses at higher frequencies will not be

transmitted.

With this function disabled, the function of the transistor output is set by

SETUP

3.7: ALARM > REL OUT[»17] and/or

SETUP

8.4: PULSE OUTPUT > REL

OUT[»21].

5.4.6 MENU 6: LINEARIZATION

Explanation of principle

In normal situations, the calculation of flow is based on flowmeters that follow an ‘ideal line’ and give

a fixed number of pulses over the entire frequency range to represent a certain amount. The

calculation uses an average K-factor KF0, which is entered at 2.3: FLOW RATE > K-FACTOR.

Since many flowmeters do not follow this ‘ideal line’, the linearization function can be used to reflect

the actual flow curve better. This allows for more accurate flowrate and totalization values, as well as

improved analog and pulse output values over the frequency range of the flowmeter. The

linearization function uses linearization points to calculate new K-factors based on the measured

flowmeter frequency. As shown in the chart below, each point consists of a frequency and a Meter

Factor (MFx, indicating the deviation of the K-factor KFx from the average K-factor KF0).

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KF0 KF0

64 93 161 336 514 10,000

Frequency

K-Factor

KF0=51.64178

KF1=35.7 @ 64Hz.

KF2=47.5 @ 93Hz.

KF3=53.8 @ 161Hz.

KF4=49.2 @ 336Hz.

KF5=52.9 @ 514Hz.

KF1

KF2

KF3

KF4

KF5

MF1=0.691300

MF2=0.919798

MF3=1.041792

MF4=0.952717

MF5=1.024364

35.7

51.6

Fig.8: Example of K-Factors and linearization points

When a new frequency is measured, the corresponding Meter Factor is calculated by interpolating

between the linearization points. The new Meter Factor is then used to calculate the actual K-factors

for flowrate and total using this formula:

When the measured frequency is below the lowest or above the highest frequency given in the

linearization points, the Meter Factor belonging to that frequency is used.

The following formula can be used to calculate the Meter Factors for the linearization points:

In this formula, the value of KF0 represents the average K-factor of the flowmeter and KFx @ flow x

represents the actual K-factor (derived from the actual flow) at the selected frequency (note that the

K-factors must be in the same engineering units (e.g. pulses / GAL) to perform the calculation).

Entering linearization points

A table of multiple linearization points can be entered into the F018-P. It is advised to enter the

linearization points in increasing order of frequency; however, this is not mandatory. The

linearization points are usually located at frequencies where the linear behavior of the flowmeter

changes. Linearization points that are not used can be disabled by entering a frequency of 0 Hz.

6 LINEARIZATION

6.1..F FREQ. / M-FACTOR

1..15

The frequency is displayed on the bottom line of the display. The

maximum frequency is 9,999.9 Hz. When 0.0 Hz is selected, the M

Factor is disabled. Please check also 6.H: LINEARIZATION > DECIMALS

FREQUENCY before entering frequencies.

The M Factor is displayed on the top line of the display. A value between

0.000001 and 9.999999 can be entered. Most M-factors will be around

1.000000, for example 0.945354 or 1.132573.

The M-factor is always defined with six decimals. Please note that the

decimal point is not displayed!

6.G LINEARIZATION With this setting the linearization function is switched off or on.

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6.H DECIMALS

FREQUENCY

Determines the number of decimals for the frequency entered at

6.1..F: LINEARIZATION > FREQ. / M-FACTOR 1..15. The following can be selected:

00000 – 1111.1 – 222.22 – 33.333

5.4.7 MENU 7: ANALOG OUTPUT

An analog 4-20 mA signal is generated according to the flowrate. The settings for flow rate (2: FLOW

RATE) influence the analog output directly and should be configured first. The relationship between

rate and analog output is set with the following functions.

Example: Calculating the actual output current. Suppose the PV-LRV is set at 0L/sec and PV-URV

at 1600 L/sec. Then the analog output at an actual flowrate of 1000L/sec will be

1000/1600 * (20mA-4mA) + 4mA = 14mA

7 ANALOG OUTPUT

7.1 PV LRV Primary variable Lower Range Value.

This setting sets the flow rate value at which the analog output should

generate 4mA.

The unit, time and decimals are according to 2.1: FLOW RATE > UNIT and

2.2: FLOW RATE > DECIMALS.

The analog output value can be programmed “upside down” if desired

by switching the PV LRV and PV URV value. Please enter the high flow

rate value here.

7.2 PV URV Primary variable Upper Range Value.

This setting sets the flow rate value at which the analog output should

generate 20 mA.

The unit, time and decimals are according to 2.1: FLOW RATE > UNIT and

2.2: FLOW RATE > DECIMALS.

The analog output value can be programmed “upside down” if desired

by switching the PV LRV and PV URV value. Please enter the low flow

rate value here.

7.3 LOOP CURRENT

MODE

Loop current mode sets the output current fixed to 4mA (for multidrop

purposes) or in normal mode.

7.4 LOOP TEST The loop test is meant to be able to calibrate the 4 and 20 mA values

with 7.5: ANALOG OUTPUT > TUNE LO and 7.6: ANALOG OUTPUT > TUNE HI.

The loop current mode has to be set to ‘enabled’ for this loop test to

function! After a reset or power loss, this setting is reset to off, which

means normal operation.

7.5 TUNE LO The initial minimum analog output value is 4mA. However, this value

might differ slightly due to external influences such as temperature for

example. The 4mA value can be tuned precisely with this setting.

After pressing PROG, the current will be about 4mA. The current can be

increased / decreased with the arrow-keys.

The new value will become active after pressing ENTER.

7.6 TUNE HI The initial maximum analog output value is 20mA. However, this value

might differ slightly due to external influences such as temperature for

example. The 20mA value can be tuned precisely with this setting.

After pressing PROG, the current will be about 20mA. The current can

be increased / decreased with the arrow-keys. The new value will

become active after pressing ENTER.

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