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Table of contents Table of contents Overview....................10 1.1 Short description................10 1.2 Warranty and guarantee provisions........... 10 1.3 Customer service................10 Safety......................11 2.1 Explanation of symbols..............11 2.2 Correct use in accordance with these instructions......13 2.3 Special precautions................14 2.3.1 Hazards from electrical current............
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Table of contents 5.2 Requirements at the place of installation........... 28 5.3 Preparatory work................29 5.4 Installation in the pipe system............33 5.5 Initial startup..................37 5.6 Electrical connection................38 5.6.1 Switch contact SG-30 with connector in compliance with EN175301-803................39 5.6.2 Switch contact SG-30 with plug connector M12x1......
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Table of contents 9.3 Return Materials................74 9.3.1 Return Materials Authorization............74 9.4 Disposal..................... 74 Technical data..................75 10.1 Device data plate................75 10.2 Switch contact data plate..............75 10.2.1 Switch contact data plate for UL Recognized switch contacts..75 10.3 Dimension sheet................
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List of figures List of figures DWG flow monitor... 10 Fig. 21: Switch position under no- Fig. 1: flow condition....42 Front view......23 Fig. 2: Fig. 22: Detach socket....43 Switch contact and Fig. 3: Fig. 23: Remove socket....43 female socket....
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List of tables List of tables Table 1: Correct use in non- hazard areas....13 Table 2: Correct use of UL Rec- ognized Components in non-hazard areas... 13 03.09.2018 DWG Module BASICS Flow Monitor...
1.2 Warranty and guar- antee provisions Warranty and guarantee provisions are contained in the general terms and conditions of Meister Strömung- stechnik. 1.3 Customer service For technical support, please contact our customer service department (for contact details, see Page 2).
Safety Explanation of symbols Safety 2.1 Explanation of sym- This chapter provides an overview of important safety aspects required for bols optimum protection of personnel as Safety instructions well as for safe installation and safe operation of the device. Safety instructions in this manual are marked by symbols.
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Safety Explanation of symbols Designates step-by-step han- dling instructions CAUTION! ð Designates a state or an This combination of symbol and automatic sequence as a signal word indicates a possibly result of a specific operating dangerous condition that might step result in minor or slight injury if it is not avoided.
Safety Correct use in accordance with these instructions 2.2 Correct use in Intended use in explosion-hazard zones includes the observance of all accordance with specifications in these Operating these instructions Instructions, as well as those for "DWG Module ATEX" The device has been designed and constructed solely for the correct use Any additional or different application, in accordance with these instructions.
Safety Special precautions – Do not use the flow monitor as the sole monitoring device to prevent dan- These operating instructions gerous conditions cannot cover all conceivable – Do not install the flow mon- dangers because many dan- itor as a load bearing part gers arise, not from the device within a pipeline system itself, but from the respective...
Safety Special precautions > Mechanical hazards 2.3.1 Hazards from elec- – Cover or cordon off trical current other live parts in the vicinity Electrical current – Never bridge fuses or put them out of operation. DANGER! Always observe the correct current ratings when Danger to life from electrical replacing fuses...
Safety Special precautions > Hazards from high or low temperatures 2.3.3 Hazards from high or low temperatures WARNING! Hot or cold surfaces Risk of injury on sharp edges and pointed corners! Sharp edges and pointed cor- WARNING! ners can cause abrasions and skin cuts.
Safety Special precautions > Hazards caused by media 2.3.4 Radiation hazards – Do not place any electronic devices within the vicinity of Strong magnetic fields the magnetic source. These could be damaged WARNING! – Do not place any electronic storage media, credit Danger to life from strong cards, etc.
Safety Personal safety equipment 2.4 Personnel require- Qualified electrician Due to specialized training, knowledge ments and experience as well as knowledge of the relevant standards and regula- tions, the qualified electrician is able to WARNING! independently perform work on the Risk of injury due to insuffi- electrical systems as well as to detect ciently trained and qualified...
Safety Protective systems When performing the various tasks at, The goggles are used to protect the and with the device, personnel must eyes from flying debris and splashing wear personal safety equipment. Spe- fluid. cial reference is made of this in the individual chapters within these Oper- Protective gloves ating Instructions.
Safety Environmental protection 2.7 Replacement parts 2.8 Environmental pro- tection WARNING! NOTICE! Risk of injury due to use of incorrect replacement parts! Risk to the environment due to improper handling of envi- Use of incorrect or faulty ronmentally hazardous sub- replacement parts may result in stances! dangers to personnel as well as...
Safety Responsibility of the owner Lubricants conditions arising at the location at which the device is used, espe- Lubricants such as greases and oils cially in regard to the media used. contain toxic substances. They must He must then implement these never be released into the environ- within Operating Instructions for ment and must be disposed of by a...
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Safety Responsibility of the owner During the entire period of use of The owner must ensure that the the device, the owner must check maintenance intervals described in periodically to ensure that the these Operating Instructions are Operating Instructions correspond adhered to at all times.
Design and function Device description Design and function 3.1 Overview A float inside the flow monitor is moved by the flowing medium. A mag- netic field is generated by the magnets inside the float. The position of the float is detected by the switch contact. In addition to electrical control by the Reed-contact (switch contact), the cur- rent flow can also be read-off on the...
Design and function Component description 3.3 Component descrip- Sight glass tion Switch contact Fig. 4: Sight glass A measuring scale is burnt onto the sight glass, from which the current rate Fig. 3: Switch contact and female of flow can be read-off. socket A potential-free Reed-contact is cast into the switch contact (Fig.
Transport, packaging and storage Packaging Transport, packaging and storage 4.1 Safety instructions 4.2 Transport inspec- for transport tion On delivery, make an immediate check for completeness and check for trans- port damages. Improper transport If there are any visible external trans- port damages, proceed as follows: NOTICE! Do not accept the delivery...
Transport, packaging and storage Storage Handling packaging materials Fragile Dispose of packaging material in accordance with the valid legal regula- tions and local ordinances. NOTICE! Designates packages with breakable Danger to the environment or damageable contents. due to incorrect disposal! Handle the package carefully and do Packaging is made of valuable not allow it to fall or be subjected to...
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Transport, packaging and storage Storage Storage instructions in addition to the instructions listed here may be listed on the packages. Follow these instructions also. 03.09.2018 DWG Module BASICS Flow Monitor...
Installation und initial startup Requirements at the place of installation Installation und initial startup 5.1 Safety Safeguard against restart Incorrect installation and initial startup WARNING! Danger to life due to unau- thorized restart! WARNING! There is a risk of severe or Risk of injury due to incorrect even fatal injury due to unau- installation and initial...
Installation und initial startup Preparatory work The flow monitor must be installed in such a way as to preclude WARNING! damage by outside force. It must be ensured that the flow monitor Danger due to incorrect cannot be damaged. If necessary, installation! install an appropriate impact pro- If the requirements listed above...
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Installation und initial startup Preparatory work The flow monitor must only be installed Unimpeded flow sections in one of the positions displayed above. The medium must flow in the direction of the arrow (from a low to a NOTICE! high scale value). Measuring inaccuracy due to incorrect installation! The measuring accuracy of the...
Installation und initial startup Preparatory work Unimpeded outlet Fig. 7: Unimpeded outlet If the pipe system ends at an unim- peded outlet, the flow monitor must not be installed directly in front of the Fig. 6: Unimpeded flow section opening. The device must always be 10 x DN completely filled with media to ensure 5 x DN...
Installation und initial startup Preparatory work Strainer Prepare the device NOTICE! Risk of damage to property due to contamination! Contamination and deposits may impair the free movement of the float, thereby damaging the device. – Ensure that there are no foreign particles in the device –...
Installation und initial startup Installation in the pipe system 5.4 Installation in the pipe system WARNING! Risk of injury from hot or cold surfaces! WARNING! Pipelines can heat up or cool Risk of injury from pressur- down dramatically due to the ized lines! media flowing through them.
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Installation und initial startup Installation in the pipe system WARNING! Risk of injury from media in A suitable sealant must be the pipe system! selected, depending on the condition/composition of the If the pipe system contains toxic pipe lines, the medium and the or other hazardous media, operating and environmental severe injury may be caused by...
Installation und initial startup Installation in the pipe system Sealing the pipe connection Personnel: Qualified personnel Nap the thread Fig. 10: Pipe connection with sealing thread ð The pipeline is now ready for assembly (Fig. 10) Fig. 9: Apply sealing thread Apply sealing thread (Fig.
Installation und initial startup Installation in the pipe system Install device in pipe system Personnel: Qualified personnel Protective equipment: Protective gloves Tools: Fixed spanner CAUTION! Fig. 12: Screw in the device Do not hold the device by its Keep turning in the adapter threads.
Installation und initial startup Initial startup 5.5 Initial startup NOTICE! The following steps must be taken before initial startup and any subse- Vent the pipeline. If there quent startup (e.g. after removal and are air pockets in the line installation during maintenance). during the measurement, this could result in damage to the device...
Installation und initial startup Electrical connection 5.6 Electrical connec- – Before commencing work tion on live parts of electrical systems and components, The electrical connection of the flow disconnect the equipment monitor is accomplished through the and ensure that it remains connector plug or the cast on power disconnected for the dura- cable leading from the switch housing.
Installation und initial startup Electrical connection > Switch contact SG-30 with connector in compliance with EN175301-803 5.6.1 Switch contact Change Over (COC): SG-30 with con- nector in compli- ance with EN175301-803 Wiring diagram of the supplied socket (EN 175301-803, Form A) front view.
Installation und initial startup Electrical connection > Switch contact SG-30 with cable 5.6.3 Switch contact SG-30 with cable The individual cores of the cable are numbered (basic version) or color coded (UL-version) according to the following connection diagrams. Wiring diagram Normally Open (NOC): Fig.
Installation und initial startup Grounding the device 5.6.4 Degree of protection Change Over (COC): (IP-Code) The specified degree of protection (IP) is only ensured if approved connection material is used (see following table). Device Specifi- Degree of connec- cation protection tion of con- nection...
Installation und initial startup Plug connection 5.8 Plug connection Personnel: Qualified electrician Tools: Flat-bladed screwdriver Fig. 22: Detach socket Fig. 24: Loosen inner section Release the fixing screw Remove the plug insert from the (Fig. 22/1) from the socket plug by placing a flat-bladed screwdriver into the slot (Fig.
Installation und initial startup Plug connection Plug the female socket onto the connector plug and tighten the fixing screw (Fig. 22/1) Fig. 25: Loosen the screw connection Unscrew the screw connection Fig. 26: Pin assignment, plug socket, (Fig. 25/1) by turning in the normally-open contact (SG-30 with direction of the arrow connector in compliance with...
Installation und initial startup Contact protection measures Suitable measures must be taken to protect against overload (see following examples): Inductive load There is danger of voltage peaks from inductive loads when switching off (up to 10 times the rated voltage). Induc- tive loads are caused by, e.g.: Contactors, relays Solenoid valves...
Installation und initial startup Contact protection measures Long connecting cables Fig. 32: Example 2 Capacitive consumers Protection against ohmic loads can be achieved through installation of a Example of protective measure: resistor in the circuit, or by heating the glow filament. For connection to high- impedance consumers (ex.
Operation Setting the switch point Operation 6.1 Setting the switch Personnel: point Qualified personnel Tools: Flat-bladed screwdriver Setting the switch point of an Adjust the flow to be monitored installed device and read it off at the scale on the device. The top edge of the float is the read-off point The following instructions describe the procedure for a...
Operation Setting the switch point Condition 1: The contact is now Setting the switch point of a non- closed installed device Slowly push the switch contact in the direction of flow until the contact opens Condition 2: The contact is now open Slowly push the switch contact in the direction of flow until the...
Operation Checking the flow 6.2 Checking the flow Condition 1: The contact is now closed Reading-off the flow value Slowly push the switch contact Personnel: in the direction of flow until the Qualified personnel contact opens Protective equipment: Condition 2: The contact is now open Goggles Slowly push the switch contact...
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Operation Checking the flow To obtain greatest reading accu- racy, read-off at eye level. (Fig. 35, middle arrow). The read-off value can be falsified by viewing at an angle Read-off the flow value from the measuring scale 03.09.2018 DWG Module BASICS Flow Monitor...
Troubleshooting Safety Troubleshooting 7.1 Safety This chapter describes possible mal- functions of the device, their causes Work performed incorrectly to and repair. remedy a malfunction If malfunctions persist or increase, shorten the maintenance interval to meet the actual operating conditions. WARNING! For malfunctions not described in this Risk of injury due to incorrect...
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Troubleshooting Safety – Before placing the device back into operation, ensure that all work has been per- The following troubleshooting formed and completed in guide provides an indication of compliance with the specifi- who is qualified to repair the cations and instructions in fault.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide 7.2 Troubleshooting guide Fault description Cause Remedy Personnel The switch contact No medium Check that medium is Qualified does not switch flowing through flowing through the personnel flow monitor pipeline Flow is too low or Adjust the switch con- Qualified the switch con- tact to a lower flow...
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting guide Fault description Cause Remedy Personnel Switch contact is Switch contact is Remedy the cause of Qualified permanently defective the defect (short-cir- personnel switched cuit, overload) Replace the switch contact The switch point is Improper scale Request proper con- Qualified not the same as installed for...
Maintenance Maintenance plan Maintenance 8.1 Safety – Before placing the device back into operation ensure Maintenance work performed incor- that all work has been per- rectly formed and completed in compliance with the specifi- cations and instructions in WARNING! these Operating Instruc- Risk of injury due to mainte- tions.
Maintenance Removal from the pipe system Interval Maintenance work Personnel Visual inspection for dirt/soiling Qualified personnel Visual inspection for free-movement of float Qualified personnel Visual inspection for leaks from the device Qualified personnel Check function of switch contact Qualified personnel 8.3 Removal from the pipe system WARNING!
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Maintenance Removal from the pipe system WARNING! WARNING! Risk of injury from media in Risk of injury from media res- the pipe system! idue in the device! If the pipe system contains toxic After the pipe system has been or hazardous media, severe emptied, media residue can still injury may be caused by be present inside the device.
Maintenance Disassembly Removing the device from the pipe system WARNING! Personnel: Risk of injury due to incorrect Qualified personnel disassembly! Protective equipment: – The device may still contain media residue As specified in the Safety Data Sheet of the medium, protective –...
Maintenance Disassembly Protective equipment: Fig. 36: Loosen screws As specified in the Safety Data Loosen the top 3 hex head Sheet of the medium, protective screws (Fig. 36/1) using a hex equipment must be worn when screwdriver handling hazardous media. In addition, the specifications of the system operator must be followed.
Maintenance Maintenance Fig. 40: Remove the inner section Fig. 41: Remove slot nozzle Carefully remove the inner sec- Using the alignment tool, push tion (Fig. 40/1) of the device the slot nozzle out of the sight (sight glass, slot nozzle and glass until it can be pulled out by float) as a unit together with the hand (Fig.
Maintenance Maintenance > Cleaning 8.5.1 Cleaning CAUTION! It is the responsibility of the operator to establish appropriate intervals and pro- Risk of injury due to dam- cedures for cleaning the individual aged parts! parts of the device. It must be ensured If parts of the device are broken that the parts are not damaged during or damaged, they may cause...
Maintenance Maintenance > Assembly 8.5.2 Parts replacement Personnel: Qualified personnel Depending on the operating condi- tions, wear parts such as O-rings, float Tools: and sight glass may have to be Hex screwdriver replaced. Steps required to replace Torque screwdriver and assorted these parts correspond to those used blades when assembling the device...
Maintenance Maintenance > Assembly Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the second process connection Fig. 43: O-ring (glass buffer) Carefully seat the O-ring (glass buffer) onto the process connec- Fig. 45: O-ring (centering the slot tion (Fig. 43)so that it is properly nozzle) seated on the lower portion of Place the O-ring (for centering...
Maintenance Maintenance > Assembly Fig. 46: Insert slot nozzle Fig. 47: Centering the slot nozzle Using the alignment tool, insert Place the lower O-ring which the slot nozzle through the sight centers the slot nozzle onto the glass until the lower groove pro- end of the slot nozzle (Fig.
Maintenance Maintenance > Assembly Fig. 48: Float Fig. 49: Process connection (Inlet) Guide the float (Fig. 48/1) into the sight glass so that the lid of CAUTION! the float (recognizable by the two drill holes) points towards Carefully insert the the slot nozzle process connection (Inlet) (Fig.
Maintenance Maintenance > Assembly Fig. 51: Insert the process connection into the device housing Insert the process connection (inlet) with the inner section into the device housing (Fig. 51) and axially align the connection to the housing. The locating pin hole in the process connection must be centered to the front locking screw of the device...
Maintenance Maintenance > Assembly Fig. 53: Align slot nozzle Fig. 54: O-ring, slot nozzle buffer Using the alignment tool/test rod Insert O-ring (slot nozzle buffer) (Fig. 53/1), align the slot nozzle (Fig. 54/1) and the measuring scale (Fig. 53/2) centered to the sight window of the device housing.
Maintenance Maintenance > Switch contact replacement 8.5.4 Switch contact replacement Tools: Flat-bladed screwdriver Fig. 58: Loosen female socket Loosen the fixing screw Fig. 57: Check for free movement (Fig. 58/1) of the female socket with a flat-bladed screwdriver Check the float for ease of movement by applying light pressure with the alignment tool/ test rod (Fig.
Maintenance Maintenance > Switch contact replacement Fig. 60: Loosen set screws Fig. 62: Rotate guide rail to the side Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, Rotate guide rail with switch loosen the set screws Fig. 60/1) contact to the side of the switch contact until it moves freely Fig.
Maintenance Measures to be taken after maintenance work Tighten the set screws (Fig. 60/1) observing the proper tightening torque of the screws Ä Chapter 11.1 “Tightening torque of screws” on page 84) Position the female socket and gasket, then tighten fixing screw 8.6 Measures to be taken after mainte- nance work...
Disassembly and disposal Disassembly Disassembly and disposal 9.2 Disassembly After its period of useful life, the device must be disassembled and disposed of Before disassembly: in an environmentally safe manner. Remove fluids and lubricants and all other packaging material and 9.1 Safety dispose of them in an environmen- tally safe manner...
MEISTER will apply. Return shipments which do not comply with the returns – Have electrical scrap, elec- policy may be refused by MEISTER at tronic components, lubri- the expense of the consignor. cants and other supplies disposed of by approved specialists 9.4 Disposal...
Technical data Switch contact data plate > Switch contact data plate for UL Recognized switch contacts Technical data 10.1 Device data plate 10.2.1 Switch contact data plate for UL The data plate is on the mechanical Recognized part of the flow monitor/flowmeter and switch contacts contains the following information: Fig.
Technical data Electrical specifications 10.5 Electrical specifications Change-Over Contact (COC) Data Value Unit Voltage 250 V Current, maximum 1,5 A Power, maximum 50 VA Minimum load 3 VA Normally Open contact (NOC) Data Value Unit Voltage 250 V Current, maximum Power, maximum 100 VA Change-Over Contact (COC) M12x1 (-20 °C–85 °C)
Technical data Electrical specifications > Electrical specifications for UL Recognized devices Normally Open contact (NOC) M12x1 (-20 °C–85 °C) Data Value Unit Voltage 250 V Current, maximum Power, maximum 100 VA Change-Over Contact (COC), PLC Data Value Unit Voltage 250 V Current, maximum Power, maximum 60 VA...
Technical data Measuring ranges > Standard measuring ranges Normally Open Contact (NOC) Data Value Unit Voltage 250 V AC/DC Current, maximum Power, maximum 100 VA Frequency 50/60 Hz 10.6 Measuring ranges 10.6.1 Standard measuring ranges Switch range for H O at 20 °C Type l/min DWG-1,5...
Technical data Operating data 10.7 Operating data Description Value Unit Max. operating pressure Pressure loss 0,01 – 0,2 Max. media temp. 100 (optional: 160) °C Max. media temp. for UL °C Recognized Components Measuring accuracy ± 5 % of full scale value Min.
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Technical data Operating data NOTICE! It must be ensured that the medium does not freeze. Operating data for devices employed in explosion hazard zones differs from the above and are specified in the Oper- ating Instructions for "DWG Module ATEX, Chapter 4. 03.09.2018 DWG Module BASICS Flow Monitor...
Annex Replacement parts The following replacement parts drawing provides an example of the construction of a DWG Type flow monitor. The actual configuration may vary depending on the model. Fig. 69: Replacement parts drawing Description Process connection, (inlet) O-ring (glass buffer) O-ring (seal) Sight glass Device body...
Annex Sealant Description Slot nozzle Float with magnets Process connection, (outlet) Guide rail Fixing screw, guide rail Switch contact with male connector Female socket and gasket Fixing screw, (female socket) Washer Fixing screw, (switch contact) 11.3 Tools 11.4 Sealant The following tools are required: Tools Fixed spanner 32, 41, mm Before using a sealant, ensure...
Annex Lubricants 11.5 Lubricants Before using a lubricant, always make sure that it is compatible with the operating medium. For the proper mounting of O-rings, device-specific O-ring installation tools may be purchased from the manufacturer. The following lubricants are suitable to facilitate installing the O-rings: Lubricant O-ring material EPDM...
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