This unit must be installed in accordance with the EMC guidelines (Electro Magnetic Compatibility). Do connect a proper grounding to the aluminum casing as indicated if the F110-A has been supplied with the 115-230V AC power-supply type PM. The green / yellow wire between the back-casing and removable terminal-block may never be removed.
This operation manual describes the standard unit as well as most of the options available. For additional information, please contact your supplier. A hazardous situation may occur if the F110-A is not used for the purpose it was designed for or is used incorrectly. Please carefully note the information in this operating manual indicated by the pictograms: A "warning"...
Safety rules and precautionary measures ....................... 2 About the operation manual ..........................3 Contents manual .............................. 4 Introduction ..........................5 1.1. System description of the F110-A ..................5 Operational ..........................7 2.1. General ..........................7 2.2. Control panel .......................... 7 2.3.
This manual describes the unit with a (0)4-20mA input from the flowmeter "-A version". Other versions are available to process pulse or 0-10V flowmeter signals. One flowmeter with a (0)4-20mA output can be connected to the F110-A. To power the sensor, several options are available.
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Page 6 Configuration of the unit The F110-A was designed to be implemented in many types of applications. For that reason, a SETUP-level is available to configure your F110-A according to your specific requirements. SETUP includes several important features, such as Span, measurement units, signal settings etc.
All instructions in this manual are to be observed. Take careful notice of the " Safety rules, instructions and precautionary measures " in the front of this manual. This chapter describes the daily use of the F110-A. This instruction is meant for users / operators. 2.2. CONTROL PANEL The following keys are available: Fig.
Display flowrate / total or flowrate This is the main display information of the F110-A. After selecting any other information, it will always return to this main display automatically. Total is displayed on the upper-line of the display and flowrate on the bottom line.
Personnel must read and understand this Operating Manual before carrying out its instructions. The F110-A may only be operated by personnel who are authorized and trained by the operator of the facility. All instructions in this manual are to be observed.
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Page 10 Matrix structure SETUP-level: SCROLLING THROUGH SETUP-LEVEL Selection of function-group and function: SETUP is divided into several function groups and functions. Each function has a unique number, which is displayed below the word "SETUP" at the bottom of the display. The number is a combination of two figures. The first figure indicates the function-group and the second figure the sub-function.
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Page 11 To change or select a value: To change a value, use to select the digits and to increase that value. To select a setting, both and can be used. If the new value is invalid, the increase sign or decrease-sign will be displayed while you are programming.
Page 13 3.2.3. EXPLANATION OF SETUP-FUNCTIONS 1 - TOTAL SETUP - 11 determines the measurement unit for total, accumulated total MEASUREMENT UNIT and pulse output. The following units can be selected: L - m3 - kg - lb. - GAL - USGAL - bbl - _ (no unit). Alteration of the measurement unit will have consequences for operator and SETUP-level values.
Page 14 2 - FLOWRATE The settings for total and flowrate are entirely separate. In this way, different units of measurement can be used for each e.g. cubic meters for total and liters for flowrate. The display update time for flowrate is one second or more. Note: these settings also influence the analog output.
When used with the internal battery option, the user can expect reliable measurement over a long period of time. The F110-A has several smart power management functions to extend the (optional) battery life time significantly. Two of these functions can be set:...
FILTER The analog output signal of a flowmeter does mirror the actual flow. This signal is measured several times a second by the F110-A. The value measured is a "snap-shot" of the real flow. With the help of this digital filter a more stable and accurate reading can be obtained while the filter level can be set to a desired value.
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Page 17 5 - FLOWMETER (CONTINUED) CUT-OFF To ignore e.g. leakage of the flow or vibration, a low-flow cut-off can be set as percentage over the full range of 16mA (or 20mA / 10V). When the analog value is less than required with this setting, the signal will be ignored.
Page 18 6 - ANALOG OUTPUT A linear analog (0)4-20mA or 0-10V signal is generated according to the flowrate with a 10 bits resolution. The settings for flowrate (SETUP - 2) influence the analog output directly. The relationship between rate and analog output is set with the following functions: DISABLE / ENABLE The analog output can be disabled.
Page 19 6 - ANALOG OUTPUT (CONTINUED) FILTER This function is used to stabilize the analog output signal. The output value is updated every 0.1 second. With the help of this digital filter a more stable but less precise reading can be obtained. The filter principal is based on three input values: the filter level (01-99), the last analog output value and the last average value.
1200 - 2400 - 4800 - 9600 baud For communication purposes, a unique identity can be attributed to every BUS ADDRESS F110-A. This address can vary from 1-255. MODE The communication protocol is Modbus ASCII or RTU mode. Select OFF, to disable this communication function.
Personnel must read and understand this Operating Manual before carrying out its instructions. The F110-A may only be operated by personnel who are authorized and trained by the operator of the facility. All instructions in this manual are to be observed.
Do ground the aluminum enclosure properly as indicated, if the F110-A has been supplied with the 115-230V AC power-supply type PM. The green / yellow wire between the back-casing and removable terminal-block may never be removed.
For Intrinsically Safe applications: read chapter 5. Type PL Not applicable as the F110-A-PL is powered by the sensor signal. Type PB / PC / PX (AP) - battery powered and output loop-powered applications: Terminal 11 provides a limited supply voltage of 3.2 V DC for the signal output of the flowmeter. This is not suitable to power analog sensors.
OA / OR / OT AI / AP / AU TYPE IB: RESET Fig. 9: Overview of terminal connectors standard configuration F110-A and options. REMARKS: TERMINAL CONNECTORS: Terminal GND- 01- 02: Power Supply - only available with type PD / PF or PM: erminal...
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Page 27 Terminal 05-06; scaled pulse output R1: Setup 7 (par. 3.4.4.) determines the pulse output function. The maximum pulse frequency of this output is 60Hz. If a relay output option has been supplied, be sure that the output frequency does not exceed 5Hz or else the life-time of the relay will be reduced significantly.
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Page 28 Terminal 07-08; basic POWER SUPPLY - type PX - output loop powered: Connect an external power supply of 8-30VDC to these terminals or a 4-20mA loop. Do connect the "-" to terminal 7 and the "+" to terminal 8. When power is applied to these terminals, the (optional) internal battery will be disabled / enabled automatically to extend the battery life time.
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Page 29 Type AF: For the Intrinsically Safe floating 4-20mA signal: please read Chapter 5. Type AI: An isolated 4-20mA signal proportional to the flowrate is available with this option. When the output is disabled, a 3.5mA signal will be generated on these terminals. Max.
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Page 30 Terminal 09-11: Type A – Flowmeter input (general) The F110-A requires a (0)4-20mA flowmeter signal which will be processed 4 times a second with a 14 bits accuracy. The input is not isolated. For Intrinsically safe applications (without input loop power): please read chapter 5.
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Page 31 Terminal 26-31: type CB / CH / CI / CT - communication RS232 / RS485 / TTL (option) Full serial communications and computer control in accordance with RS232 (length of cable max. 15 meters) or RS485 (length of cable max. 1200 meters) is possible. Read the Modbus communication protocol and Appendix C.
Please Note Certificates, safety values and declaration of compliance can be found in the document named: “Fluidwell F1..-..-XI - Documentation for Intrinsic Safety”. Special conditions for safe use mentioned in both the certificate and the installation instructions must be observed for the connection of power to both input and / or output circuits.
Indicated labels on the back cover (below) and on the inside cover (right) show the type labels for intrinsically safe certified units. For details on usage see the separate “Fluidwell F1..-..-XI Documentation for Intrinsic Safety”. Serial number and year of production This information can be looked-up on the display: See setup function (par.
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Page 34 Explanation Intrinsically Safe options: Type AF - Intrinsically Safe floating 4-20mA analog output - Terminal 7-8: A floating 4-20mA signal proportional to the flowrate is available with this option. When the output is disabled, a 3.5mA signal will be generated. Max.
Page 35 5.3. CONFIGURATION EXAMPLES INTRINSICALLY SAFE APPLICATIONS Configuration example IIB/ IIIC F110-A-AP-IB-CT-OT-(PD)-XI HAZARDOUS AREA SAFE AREA TERMINAL CONNECTORS F100-series Modbus communication type CT: TTL I.S. Certified Isolator TTL to: = max. 30 V RS232 = max. 250 mA RS422 = max.
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Page 36 Configuration example IIB/IIIC and IIC - F110-A-AP-IB-(CT)-OT-PD-XI HAZARDOUS AREA SAFE AREA TERMINAL CONNECTORS F100-series Modbus communication type CT: TTL Please note: communciation type CT is allowed in IIC applications. I.S. Certified Isolator TTL to: = max. 30 V e.g.
Batteries for use in safe areas have no Ex label. DO NOT EXCHANGE: Using the wrong type of battery can pose a SERIOUS RISK. For use in hazardous areas Fluidwell recommends FW-LiBAT type batteries (manufactured by Fluidwell bv) only. Battery replacement procedure Depending on the production batch, one of two visualized Intrinsically Safe certified battery types may have been installed in the unit.
(above 90% annual mean). It is the users responsibility to take all precautions to dehumidify the internal atmosphere of the F110-A in such a way that no condensation will occur, for example by placing dry silica-gel sachet in the casing just before closing it.
Page 39 APPENDIX A: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION GENERAL Display Type High intensity reflective numeric and alphanumeric LCD, UV-resistant. Digits Seven 17mm (0.67") and eleven 8mm (0.31"). Various symbols and measuring units. Refresh rate User definable: 8 times/sec - 30 secs. Type ZB Transflective LCD with green LED backlight.
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Page 40 Sensor excitation Type PB / PC / PX 3.2V DC for pulse signals and 1.2V DC for coil pick-up. Note: This is not a real sensor supply. Only suitable for pulse sensors with a very low power consumption like coils (sine wave) and reed-switches. Type PD 1.2 - 3.2 - 8.2 - 12 and 24V DC - max.
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Page 41 OUTPUTS Analog output Function transmitting flowrate. Accuracy 10 bit. Error < 0.05% - update 10 times a second. Software function to calibrate the 4.00mA and 20.00mA levels precisely within set-up. Load max. 1 kOhm Type AA Active 4-20mA output (requires type OA + PD, PF or PM). Type AB Active 0-20mA output (requires type OA + PD, PF or PM).
Page 42 APPENDIX B: PROBLEM SOLVING In this appendix, several problems are included that can occur when the F110-A is going to be installed or while it is in operation. Analog output does not function properly: Check: SETUP 61 - is the function enabled? ...
Page 43 APPENDIX C: COMMUNICATION VARIABLES Remarks: Below, an overview of the F110-A specific variables; other common variables are described in the standard table. All numbers are decimal numbers, unless otherwise noted. The following variables of the standard table (var00-var30) are not valid for this product and will be responded with value 1: var00, 03-05, 07,08, 16-22, 24, 26-29.
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Page 44 DESCRIPTION BYTES VALUE REMARKS DISPLAY display function 0=total (40h) 1=flowrate set flowrate monitor 0=operator level (44h) 1=SETUP level POWERMANAGEMENT LCD update time 0=fast (50h) 1=1sec 2=3sec 3=15sec 4=30sec 5=off power-mode battery 1 0=operational (51h) 1=shelf FLOWMETER formula 0=linear (62h) 1=square root filter...
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Page 45 OTHER F110-A VARIABLES FOR COMMUNICATION TOTAL - variable number 566 (236h) – 6 bytes Read total: The value of total read using RS communications might differ from the value that appears on the display. This is due to the fact that the display can only display up to...
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