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Alia AUF610 Series Operation Manual

Portable transit-time ultrasonic flowmeter
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AUF610 Series Operation Manual
OP610.1.1.5R1ENG
ALIASONIC
®
Portable Transit-Time Ultrasonic Flowmeter
Model AUF610 Series
Operation Manual
Alia Group Inc.
URL : http://www.alia-inc.com
113 Barksdale Professional Center, Newark, DE 19711, USA
E-mail : alia@alia-inc.com
TEL : +1 - 302 - 213 - 0106
FAX : +1 - 302 - 213 - 0107
OP610.1.1.5.R1ENG
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  • Page 1 AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG ALIASONIC ® Portable Transit-Time Ultrasonic Flowmeter Model AUF610 Series Operation Manual Alia Group Inc. URL : http://www.alia-inc.com 113 Barksdale Professional Center, Newark, DE 19711, USA E-mail : alia@alia-inc.com TEL : +1 - 302 - 213 - 0106 FAX : +1 - 302 - 213 - 0107 OP610.1.1.5.R1ENG...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG Index Table of Contents - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2...
  • Page 3 AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG 3.12 How to get a scale factor for calibration? - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 19 3.13 How to use the operation locker? - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 19...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    1. Introduction 1.1 Preface Welcome to the Alia AUF610 (Version 8.xx) series ultrasonic flow meter. The AUF610 is manufactured using patented technologies and is equipped with more functions and advanced performance than ever. The latest Version 8.xx Series Ultrasonic Flow Meter is an upgrade of the Version 7.xx Series Ultrasonic Flow Meter.

  • Page 5: Principle Of Measurement

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG 1.3 Principle of Measurement The AUF610 ultrasonic flow meter is designed to measure the fluid velocity of clean homogeneous liquids in a closed conduit. The transducers are the ‘outside the pipe’, non-contacting, clamp-on type. This ensures non-fouling operation and a simple, easy installation.

  • Page 6: Product Identification

    OP610.1.1.5R1ENG 1.4 Product identification Each AUF610 Series flow meter has a unique product identification or ESN# written in the software and can only be accessed by the manufacturer. In the case of an equipment failure, this number, located on 0menu window M61, MUST be provided when contacting the manufacturer.
  • Page 7 AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG AUF 610 HANDHELD Front view +2 m3 Flow 0.0000 m3/h LCD DISPLAY 0.0000 m/s S=000,000 Q=00 1 ULTRASONIC FLOWMETER AUF610 LED Charging Indicator Keypad...
  • Page 8 AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG Standard Type Temperature Sensor (15mm~6000mm) High Temperature Type Sensor (15mm~1000mm) Transducer Standard Cables : 5M C a b l e 5 m * 2 R e d T e r m i n a l...

  • Page 9: Typical Applications

    The flow meter is not affected by system pressure, High fouling or wear as would an orifice plate. The Temperature Type AUF610 transducers are rated to 160℃. Higher temperature ratings can be achieved by using special transducers. Please contact your Alia representative for further details and assistance.

  • Page 10: Data Integrity And Built-In Time-Keeper

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG 1.7 Data Integrity and Built-in Time-Keeper All user-configured values are retained in non-volatile flash memory that will retain its memory for over 100 years regardless of power status. Password protection is provided to avoid inadvertent configuration changes or totalizer resets.

  • Page 11: Making A Measurement

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG 2. Making a Measurement 2.1 Built-in Battery The instrument can operate either from the built-in Ni-H rechargeable battery, which will last over 10 hours of continuous operation when fully recharged, or from an external AC/power supply from the battery charger.

  • Page 12: Key Board Entry

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG 2.4 Key Board Entry The flow measurement (and totalizers) will continue to run no matter what user menu window is being browsed or viewed. The flow measurement will only change when the user enters new application parameters.

  • Page 13: Set Up (Quick Start)

    • Transducer type (M23) * For Alia select either #11 (Standard-TS) or #12 (Standard-TM) • Transducer Mounting Configuration (M24) The selections on M23 & M24 are is pipe size dependent. The diagrams on pages 9, 17 & 18 will guide the user.

  • Page 14: Transducers Mounting / Location

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG 2.8 Transducers Mounting / Location The first step in the installation process is the selection of an optimum location in order to obtain better signal quality, which ensures a more reliable and more accurate measurement. For this to be completed effectively, it is best to have a basic knowledge of the hydraulic system about to be measured.

  • Page 15: Transducers Installation

    Alia. 2.9 Transducers Installation The transducers used by the AUF610 series ultrasonic flow meter are made of piezoelectric crystals both for transmitting and receiving ultrasonic signals. Measuring the traveling time difference of the upstream verses downstream ultrasonic signals travelling in the pipe makes the measurement.

  • Page 16: V-Method Installation

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG 2.9.2 V-method Installation V-method installation is the most commonly used mode. It is used most frequently on pipes with ID’s ranging from 15 millimeter to 400 millimeter. It is also called reflective mode or single bounce method.

  • Page 17: Installation Verification

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG 2.10 Installation Verification During the process of the installation, one can: check the receiving signal strength, the signal quality Q value, the transit time differential of the signals, the estimated speed of sound in the process, the measured traveling time of the signals and the calculated traveling time ratio.

  • Page 18: How To Use

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG How to Use 3.1 How to determine if the instrument is working properly? When ‘R’ is displayed in the lowest right corner of LCD display, the instrument is working properly, generally speaking. If an ‘H’ flashes on than place, there could be poor signal received. Please refer to the chapters on diagnosis.

  • Page 19: How To Use The Zero-Cutoff Function

    M52. 3.15 How to use the Frequency Output? There is a Frequency Output in all AUF610 series flow meters. This frequency output signal, which represents the flow rate, is intended to connect with other instruments.

  • Page 20: How To Use The Totalizer Pulse Output

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG 3.16 How to use the Totalizer Pulse Output? The totalizer output will produce a pulse output with every unit flow of the totalizer . Refer 3.4 and 3.5 for the setups of the totalizer units and multiplier.

  • Page 21: How To Modify The Built-In Calendar

    3.26 How to check the ESN and other details? Every set of the AUF610 series flow meter utilizes a unique ESN to identify the meter. The ESN is an 8-digit number that provides the information of version and manufacturing date.

  • Page 22: Menu Window Details (Table 2)

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG 4. Menu Window Details (Table 2) TABLE 2 MENU #. FUNCTION DETAIL Display three positive negative net totalizers, signal strength, signal quality and Display POS totalizer, flow rate, velocity, signal strength, signal quality and working Display.
  • Page 23 AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG Window for entering the viscosity of the non-standard liquids Window for selecting the proper transducers There are 14 different types of transducers for selection. If the user-type-transducers are used, 4 user type wedge parameters, which will be prompted by the software, should be entered following.
  • Page 24 Settable 99-year calendar and Clock. Press ENT for modification. Use the dot key to skip the digits that need no adjusting Display Version information and Electronic Serial Number (ESN) that are unique for each AUF610 series flow mater. RS-232 setup. Baud rate & Parity – Adjustable from 75 to 115200 bps Not used...
  • Page 25 AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG Enter the lower flow rate value that will trigger the #2 Alarm. Enter the higher flow rate value that will trigger the #2 Alarm. Buzzer setup. When selected the buzzer will beep when a trigger event occurs...

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    5.2 Operational Error Codes and Corrective Actions The AUF610 series ultrasonic flow meter will display a Code in the lower right corner with a single letter like I, R etc. on menu windows M00, M01, M02, M03, M90 and M08.

  • Page 27: Other Trouble Shooting Tips

    If there is poor signal strength, then the signal received /transmitted ratio (M92) should be checked. This ratio should be in the range of 100±3. If this range is exceeded, the user should check the transducer installation parameters & mounting: For issues NOT listed here please contact ALIA...

  • Page 28: Communication Protocol & Remote Operation

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG 6. Communication Protocol & Remote Operation The AUF610 series ultrasonic flow meter integrates a standard RS-232C communication interface and a complete set of communication protocols. 6.1 Interface Pin-out Definition for battery recharge, positive input Not used...

  • Page 29: Protocol Prefix Usage

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG DUMP0 Clear the whole buffer In ASCII string format (CR) DUMP1 Return the whole buffer content In ASCII string Format, (CR) 24KB in length Prefix before an Identification Number in a network environment. The IDN is a word ranging 0-65534.

  • Page 30: Keypad Coding

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG 6.4 Keypad Coding The codes for the keypad should be used when the instrument is connected with other terminals that operate the instrument by transmitting the ‘M’ command along with the keypad code. Using this function, remote operation of this instrument can be realized, even via the Internet.

  • Page 31: Warranty And Service

    7.4 Product identification Each AUF610 Series flow meter has a unique product identification or ESN# written in the software and can only be accessed by the manufacturer. In the case of an equipment failure, this number, located on menu window number M61, MUST be provided when contacting the manufacturer.

  • Page 32: Appendix Ii

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG Transitional Flow – Transitional flow is the region of flow when laminar becomes turbulent and vice versa. Hydraulic characteristics are very hard to predict in this regime. A Reynolds number between-3000 – 8000 usually characterizes it.

  • Page 33: Appendix Iii

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG APPENDIX III (PVC Pipe Dimensions) PVC and CPVC Pipes - Schedule 40 Nominal Outside Minimum Nominal Weight Pipe Size Diameter Wall Inside (lb/100 ft) (inches) (inches) Thickness Diameter CPVC (inches) (inches) 2-Jan 0.84 0.109 0.622 4-Mar 1.05...

  • Page 34: Appendix Iv

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG APPENDIX IV (Steel Pipe Dimensions - Schedule as noted) Pipe Size Outside Diameter Identification Wall Thickness Inside Diameter Steel Stainless Steel (inches) (inches) - t - - d - Schedule No. Schedule No. Iron Pipe...
  • Page 35 AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG Pipe Size Outside Diameter Identification Wall Thickness Inside Diameter Steel Stainless Steel (inches) (inches) - t - - d - Schedule No. Schedule No. Iron Pipe (inches) (inches) Size 3 1/2 0.083 3.834 0.12 3.76 0.226...
  • Page 36 AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG Pipe Size Outside Diameter Identification Wall Thickness Inside Diameter Steel Stainless Steel (inches) (inches) - t - - d - Schedule No. Schedule No. Iron Pipe (inches) (inches) Size 10.75 0.134 10.482 0.165 10.42 0.25 10.25...

  • Page 37: Appendix V

    AUF610 Series Operation Manual OP610.1.1.5R1ENG (Speed of sound) APPENDIX V Speed of sound in normal air is 343 m/s. The velocities of sound in some common liquids are indicated in the table below. Sound Velocity Liquid (m/s) Acetic acid 1584...

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