Calibration; Software Configuration - Emerson Rosemount 8600 Series Reference Manual

Installation
May 2019
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To prevent moisture from entering the coaxial cable connections, install the
interconnecting coaxial cable in a single dedicated conduit run or use sealed cable
glands at both ends of the cable.
3.6.8

Calibration

Rosemount 8600D Flowmeters are wet-calibrated at the factory and need no further
calibration during installation. The calibration factor (K-factor) is indicated on each meter
body and is entered into the electronics. Verification can be accomplished with a Field
Communicator or AMS.
3.7

Software configuration

To complete the installation of the Rosemount 8600D Vortex Flowmeter, configure the
software to meet the requirements of your application. If the flowmeter was
pre-configured at the factory, it may be ready to install. If not, refer to
Configuration.
LCD indicator
The LCD indicator (option M5) provides local indication of the output and abbreviated
diagnostic messages governing operation of the flowmeter. The indicator is located on the
electronics side of the flowmeter electronics. An extended cover is required to
accommodate the indicator.
and extended cover.
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Attach the coaxial cable ground wire to the housing via the housing base ground
screw.
Attach and securely tighten the coaxial cable nut to the connection on the
electronics housing.
Align the housing adapter with the housing and attach with two screws.
Tighten the conduit adapter or cable gland to the housing adapter.
Figure 3-17
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shows the flowmeter fitted with the LCD indicator
Rosemount 8600 Vortex Flow Meter
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