Getting Started; Important Safety Considerations; Flowmeter Installation Steps - Siemens SITRANS F Operating Instructions Manual

Section 1
1.5

GETTING STARTED

This section shows how to install the System 1010P Portable Flowmeter with a minimum of effort. It
will show how to use the Installation Menu to set-up the system for transit-time, Reflexor and Flow
Tube operation. It also shows the basic connections to and from the meter. For additional information
on connections, see Appendix A - Engineering Drawings. If fast installation procedures are needed,
refer to paragraph 1.11 Using Faststart Setup.

IMPORTANT SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

The FUP1010 Portable Flowmeter operates from an internal battery that is periodically charged by an
external AC power source (see paragraph 1-10 for details). All electric safety codes that apply to your
application must be observed. We recommend that only experienced personnel with knowledge of
local electrical codes and operating safety procedures perform the installation and wiring. Since
regulations vary by geographic location, industry, etc., it is solely the user's responsibility to operate
this equipment safely.
Siemens cannot accept responsibility for any damage that may occur due to failure of the user to
observe all local safety rules. This equipment is not intended for use in Hazardous (Classified) Locations
or Explosive Atmospheres. It is the user's responsibility to ensure that properly trained personnel
install and operate this equipment, and use it in Ordinary Locations only.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Siemens, the safety protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired.
All versions of Siemens Portable 1010W Flowmeters are equipped with an E-Z Purge Pressure Control
Valve located on the right side of the case. To avoid case door lockup or damage during air travel or
altitude changes, relieve vacuum by opening pressure purge valve counterclockwise. To re-establish
weather resistance, thumb-tighten purge valve knob by turning clockwise. Secure the case latches
and rear connector caps, where present, to preserve waterproof integrity.
The following symbol indicates that the Equipment is protected by Double-Insulation:
If you have concerns about any of the safety aspects of the FUP1010, contact the Technical Service
Group.
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FLOWMETER INSTALLATION STEPS

Typical steps to complete the installation procedure include:
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Collect the site data (pipe and liquid data, part numbers, etc.).
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Choose a mounting location for flow transducers.
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Prepare pipe for transducer mounting.
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Access the Installation Menu and create a site (paragraph 1.9.3).
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Enter pipe parameters (paragraph 2.2).
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Invoke transducer install procedure (paragraph 2.4).
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Mount flow transducers on pipe and connect to flow meter (Section 3).
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Complete transducer install menu operation (paragraph 2.4).
Please do not let the size of the Installation Menu intimidate you. Almost all menu cells already contain
default parameters. To begin operation, you only need to access the menu cells that control a required
parameter, such as the pipe outer diameter. You will see that by accepting most defaults, you can set
up the meter in about five minutes.
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