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Title Page O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S FLOWSIC500 Ultrasonic Gas Flow Meter with Optional Volume Conversion Installation Operation Maintenance...
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Installation examples ............119 Connection diagrams for operation of the FLOWSIC500 in accordance with CSA . 122 Connection diagrams for operation of the FLOWSIC500 in accordance with ATEX/IECEx .
Make sure that your FLOWSIC500 is equipped with optically isolated inputs and outputs: ▸ Check the type code, position 23 "I/O", on the type plate (→ Fig. 2) of your FLOWSIC500: – FLOWSIC500 with interface configurations F, G H, I and J have optically isolated inputs and outputs.
1. 3 Purpose of the device 1.3.1 The FLOWSIC500 serves for measuring the gas volume, volume flow rate and gas velocity of natural gas in pipelines. The FLOWSIC500 with optional volume conversion serves for measuring the gas volume and converting the gas volume measured to base conditions as well as registering data on meter readings, maximums and other data.
The operator should install a suitable filter or cone screen ahead of the gas flow meter when the gas is contaminated. NOTICE: ● The FLOWSIC500 is suitable for use in pressurized lines within the parame- ters specified in the device. The device complies with Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU.
The manufacturer bears no responsibility for any other use. ▸ Do not carry out any work or repairs on the FLOWSIC500 not described in this manual. ▸ Do not remove, add or change any components in or on the FLOWSIC500 unless such changes are officially allowed and specified by the manufacturer.
Product Description Pulse and status outputs 2.5.1 FLOWSIC500 has 4 digital switching outputs. Digital switching outputs DO_0, DO_2 and DO_3 are electrically isolated according to EN 60947-5-6. Alternatively, digital switching outputs DO_2 and DO_3 can also be configured as Open Col- lector.
The FLOWSIC500 checks the permissible entry limits of the parameters for the selected calculation method. If one of the entry values is outside the limit values, the FLOWSIC500 switches to malfunction state and uses the fixed value of the compressibility factor for cal- culation of the basis volume.
Device status and totalizers used 2.7.1 Various volume totalizers are fitted on the FLOWSIC500 depending on the configuration. Meter V is used in the configuration as gas flow meter. If the gas flow meter has a malfunc- tion, the measured volume is also recorded in the error volume counter errV.
All events with timestamp, user logged on and totalizer reading, max. number of entries: 1000 When the Event logbook is 90% full, the FLOWSIC500 changes to device status "Warn- ing", warning W-2001 is shown on the display. When the Event logbook is full, the FLOWSIC500 changes to device status "Malfunc- tion", error E-3001 is shown on the display (→...
V (for gas flow meters) or Vb (for gas flow meters with device option volume conversion) and the logged on user. The Metrology logbook can have a maximum of 100 entries. The FLOWSIC500 switches to status "Warning" when the Metrology logbook is full.
Sealing 2. 1 0 The FLOWSIC500 is secured at the factory with a seal on the cover. Gas flow meter and adapter can be secured at the joint by a user seal (adhesive label) glued with approximately equal spread on gas flow meter and adapter.
Inspect for transport damage when unpacking the device. ▸ Document any damage found and report this to the manufacturer. NOTICE: Do not put the FLOWSIC500 into operation if you notice any damage! ▸ Check the scope of delivery for completeness. The standard scope of delivery comprises: ●...
3.3.3 NOTICE: The lifting lug is designed for transporting the measuring device only. Do not lift or transport the FLOWSIC500 with additional loads using this lug. ▸ The FLOWSIC500 must not swing or tilt on the hoisting equipment during transport.
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3.3.3.3 1 Select suitable bolts. Recommended bolts → Table 7. 2 Use the hoisting equipment to position the FLOWSIC500 in the desired location in the pipeline. Lay the pipelines without tension to the device to be installed! 3 Insert and align the gaskets.
The documentation for zone categorization in accordance with IEC60079-10 must be available ▸ The FLOWSIC500 must have been checked for suitability for the actual installation loca- tion and the Ex marking on the device must match the requirements. ▸ After installation and before initial start-up, the complete equipment and the system must be inspected in compliance with IEC 60079-17.
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– Air with normal oxygen content, normally 21 percent by volume The ambient temperature must be within the range specified on the type plate. The gas flow meter becomes part of the pipeline as soon as the FLOWSIC500 is installed in the pipeline.
Opening and closing the electronics cover 3.4.3 The Ex i terminal compartment of the FLOWSIC500 can be accessed after the electronics cover has been opened. The cover may also be opened in the hazardous area when under voltage. However, safe separation between the various intrinsically safe power circuits must not be breached.
Installation Electrical connections 3.4.5 The FLOWSIC500 interfaces are accessible from the outside via external plug-in connec- tors. Fig. 18 Connections 1 Plug-in connector 1 (B-coded): External power supply and signal output 2 Plug-in connector 2 (A-coded): Signal output 3 Ground screw 4 Connections for pressure/temperature transmitters (optional) Fig.
Internal terminal assignment→ p. 118, §9.5 Cable specifications 3.4.7 When the plugs available from SICK are used, a shielded control cable with 4x0.25 mm cross-section, with PVC insulation and approx. 5 mm outer diameter is required. WARNING: Requirements on cables and installation ▸...
It is recommended to connect the pressure transmitter with the three-way test valve or with the FLOWSIC500 so that there is a downward slope from the pres- sure transmitter to the connection point and from the three-way test valve to the FLOWSIC500.
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Here, a conventional three-way test valve is used. Install the three-way test valve with pressure transmitter fitted at a suitable location next to the FLOWSIC500. A pressure line serves to connect the pressure measuring connection of the FLOWSIC500 to the three-way test valve.
Setting the date and time 4. 2 Date and time must be set after the power supply has been connected. The FLOWSIC500 displays error E-3007 ("Time" invalid) until the time has been set. Detailed information on operating using the display and on menu navigation →...
1 Log on as "Authorized user" (→ p. 72, §5.2.7). 2 Start the configuration mode → p. 72. 3 In the FLOWSIC500 menu, switch to submenu "Pressure parameters" or "Temperature parameters" 4 Select the view "p Fixed value" or "T Fixed value".
5 Confirm with ENTER. The display texts are now shown in the selected language. Changing the device mode 5.2.9 On the FLOWSIC500, the device modes Configuration and Calibration can be activated independently from each other. Starting and terminating configuration mode 5.2.9.1 Start configuration mode 1 Switch to the "Device mode”...
In calibration mode, message "CALIBRATION MODE" blinks on the main display with the meter factor now effective for the calibration (set at the factory). The FLOWSIC500 outputs test pulses with a maximum possible frequency of 2 kHz at 120% Q max.on digital switching output DO_1 (→ p. 42, §3.4.6.1).
A data connection can be established with the device using the optical data interface and the infrared/USB adapter HIE-04 (part no. 6050502). This interface serves to configure the FLOWSIC500. The infrared adapter has a USB 2.0 interface. This interface provides the connection to the PC and transfers the FLOWSIC500 data.
Additional messages in the Event logbook 6. 3 The FLOWSIC500 saves all status messages (→ p. 78, §6.2) as well as further supplemen- tary messages concerning events and status changes in the Event logbook. Each message code is supplemented with a (+) or (-) to identify an incoming message = (+) or an outgoing message = (-).
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4 Remove the battery pack and replace by the new one. 5 Reconnect the electrical system. The FLOWSIC500 now continues to use the second battery pack and then switches back to the new battery pack. 6 Close the electronics cover (→ p. 39, §3.4.3) 7 Confirm battery replacement on the display (→...
7 Install a new pressure transmitter on the pressure measuring port marked “P ” → p. 48, §3.5.2. 8 Enter the serial number of the new transmitter in the FLOWSIC500 with the operating software FLOWgate500. 9 Check the function by comparing the operating point or checking the display value (remove adapter on test connection) against a reference measurement.
6 Screw the plug-in connector cover tight. 7 Fit the new temperature transmitter in the protective tube → p. 52, §3.5.3. 8 Enter the serial number of the new transmitter in the FLOWSIC500 with the operating software FLOWgate500. 9 Check the function by comparing the operating point or checking the display value (remove adapter on test connection) against a reference measurement.
Annex Conformities and Technical Data 9. 1 CE certificate 9.1.1 The FLOWSIC500 has been developed, manufactured and tested in accordance with the following EU Directives: ● Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU ● ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU ● EMC Directive 2014/30/EU ● Measuring Instruments Directive 2014/32/EU Conformity with the above Directives has been determined and the CE label attached to the device.
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Annex Fig. 49 Operation with safety barrier and external power supply FLOWSIC500 with HF output powered with safety barrier and external power supply, connected to electronic volume corrector Hazardous area Safe area L N PE FLOWSIC 500 intrinsically safe [Ex ia]...
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