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- Page 1 Industrial Registers Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP Totalizer and Rate of Flow Indicator with 4-20 mA Output Signal Users Manual REG-UM-00018-EN-05 (March 2013)
- Page 2 Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP Page ii March 2013...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Installation & Operation Manual CONTENTS ABOUT THIS MANUAL Conventions Used in this Manual SAFETY Warnings Rules and Precautionary Measures INTRODUCTION System Description of the ER-420 OPERATION Control Panel Operator Information and Functions CONFIGURATION Introduction Programming Setup Level Overview of Setup Functions Details of Setup Functions Transmitter Pulses Per Unit INSTALLATION... - Page 4 Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP APPENDIX A: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS General Inputs Outputs Operational APPENDIX B: TROUBLESHOOTING Your Configuration Settings Page iv March 2013...
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Page 5: About This Manual
Installation & Operation Manual ABOUT THIS MANUAL This operation manual is divided into two main sections: • The daily use of the unit is described in "OPERATION" on page 9 These instructions are meant for users • The remaining sections and appendices are exclusively meant for electricians and technicians These provide a detailed description of all software settings and hardware installation guidance This operation manual describes the standard unit as well as most of the options available For additional information, please contact your supplier... -
Page 6: Rules And Precautionary Measures
Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP Rules and Precautionary Measures The manufacturer accepts no responsibility whatsoever if the following safety rules and precautions instructions and the procedures as described in this manual are not followed • Modifications of the ER-420 implemented without preceding written consent from the manufacturer, will result in the immediate termination of product liability and warranty period •... -
Page 7: Introduction System Description Of The Er-420
This manual describes the unit with a pulse-type input from the flowmeter One flowmeter with a passive or active pulse output can be connected to the ER-420 To power the display and sensor, several options are available: ER-420-AC 115…230V AC, ER-420-DC 24V AC/DC, ER-420-LP (Loop Powered) Standard outputs •... - Page 8 Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP Configuring the unit The ER-420 was designed to be implemented in many types of applications For that reason, a Setup level is available to configure your ER-420 according to your specific requirements Setup includes several important features, such as K-factors, measurement units and signal selection All setting are stored in...
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Page 9: Operation
Installation & Operation Manual OPERATION THE ER-420 MAY ONLY BE OPERATED BY PERSONNEL WHO ARE AUTHORIZED AND TRAINED BY THE OPERATOR OF THE FACILITY. OBSERVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. TAKE CAREFUL NOTICE OF "SAFETY" ON PAGE Control Panel The control panel contains the following keys: Figure 2: Control panel Functions of the keys This key is used to program and save new values or settings It is also used to gain access to Setup level See... - Page 10 Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP Display flow rate / total or flow rate This is the main display information of the ER-420 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 Flow Rate on the bottom line It is possible to display Flow Rate only with the large 0 67"...
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Page 11: Configuration
Installation & Operation Manual CONFIGURATION Introduction • MOUNTING, ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION, START-UP AND MAINTENANCE OF THE INSTRUMENT MAY ONLY BE CARRIED OUT BY TRAINED PERSONNEL AUTHORIZED BY THE OPERATOR OF THE FACILITY. PERSONNEL MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE CARRYING OUT ITS INSTRUCTIONS. •... - Page 12 Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP Scrolling through the setup level Selecting function groups and functions Setup is divided into several function groups and functions Each function has a unique number, which displays below the word "SETUP" at the bottom of the screen The number is...
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Page 13: Overview Of Setup Functions
Installation & Operation Manual Overview of Setup Functions Setup Functions and Variables Total UNIT L, m , kg, lb, GAL, USGAL, bbl, no unit DECIMALS 0, 1, 2, 3 (Ref: displayed value) K-FACTOR 0 000010…9,999,999 (see chart) DECIMALS K-FACTOR 0…6 Multiplication factor x1, x10, x100, x1000, x10000 Flow Rate... -
Page 14: Details Of Setup Functions
Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP Details of Setup Functions 1 – TOTAL MEASUREMENT UNIT SETUP 11 determines the measurement unit for total, accumulated total and pulse output The options are: L, m , kg, lb, GAL, USGAL, bbl, __ (no unit) Alteration of the measurement unit will have consequences for operator and setup level values Please note that the K-factor has to be adapted as well;... - Page 15 Installation & Operation Manual 2 – FLOW RATE The settings for Total and Flow Rate are entirely separate In this way, different units of measurement can be used, e g USGAL for Total and barrels for Flow Rate The display update time for Flow Rate is one sec or more OTEE: These settings also influence the analog output MEASUREMENT UNIT...
- Page 16 Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP 5 – FLOWMETER SIGNAL The ER-420 is able to handle several types of input signal The type of flowmeter pickup / signal is selected with SETUP 51 OTEE: The selections "active pulse" offer a detection level of 50% of the supply voltage Read...
- Page 17 Installation & Operation Manual 6 – ANALOG OUTPUT A linear analog 4-20 mA signal is generated according to the Flow Rate with a 10 bits resolution The settings for Flow Rate (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 When disabled, a 3 5 mA will be generated if a power supply is...
- Page 18 Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP FILTER 67 This function is used to stabilize the analog output signal The output value is updated every 0 1 sec 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...
- Page 19 Pulses may be missed due to a buffer overflow Make sure to program this setting within its range For the ER-420-DC and ER-420-AC, reduce the maximum output frequency to 0 5 Hz to prolong the life of the product Number of Periods Period Time Max.
- Page 20 Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP 9 – OTHERS MODEL 91 For support and maintenance, it is important to have information about the characteristics of the ER-420 The main platform of this product is the F100-series with a pulse input signal type P...
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Page 21: Transmitter Pulses Per Unit
Installation & Operation Manual Transmitter Pulses Per Unit Use with the following TransmittersE: FT-1, FT-2XP, PFT-2, PFT-3 Size Meter Model Gallons Liters 1/2" 58 9 1/2" OP (FT1 only) 111 5 29 4 1" 76 6 20 2 2" 20 6 2"... -
Page 22: Installation
Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP INSTALLATION General Directions • MOUNTING, ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION, START-UP AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS INSTRUMENT MAY ONLY BE CARRIED OUT BY TRAINED PERSONNEL AUTHORIZED BY THE OPERATOR OF THE FACILITY. PERSONNEL MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE CARRYING OUT ITS INSTRUCTIONS. -
Page 23: Grp (Glassfiber-Reinforced Polyamide) Enclosure Dimensions
Installation & Operation Manual GRP (Glassfiber-Reinforced Polyamide) Enclosure Dimensions Figure 4: Enclosure dimensions Installing the Hardware Introduction ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE DOES INFLICT IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO ELECTRONICS! BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPENING THE UNIT, THE INSTALLER HAS TO DISCHARGE HIMSELF BY TOUCHING A WELL-GROUNDED OBJECT. THIS UNIT MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE EMC GUIDELINES (ELECTRO MAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY). - Page 24 Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP ER-420-LP The following terminal connectors are available: Figure 5: Overview terminal connectors loop powered ER-420-LP Voltage selection sensor supply Terminal 11 provides a limited supply voltage of 3 2V DC for the signal output of the flowmeter...
- Page 25 Installation & Operation Manual Terminal 07-08 analog output (SETUP 7) : A passive 4-20 mA signal proportional to the flow rate is available with this option When a power supply is connected but the output is disabled, a 3 5 mA signal will be generated Maximum driving capacity is 1000 Ohm This output does loop power the unit as well Terminal 09-11;...
- Page 26 Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP Pulse-signal PNP / PNP-LP: The ER-420 is suitable for use with flowmeters which have a PNP output signal 3 2V is offered on terminal 11 which has to be switched by the sensor to terminal 10 (SIGNAL) For a reliable pulse detection, the pulse amplitude has to go above 1 2V Signal setting PNP-LP employs a low-pass signal noise filter, which limits the maximum input frequency (see "Details of Setup...
- Page 27 Voltage selection sensor supply With the ER-420-DC and ER-420-AC, a real power supply for the sensor is available The flowmeter can be powered with 8 2 to 12 or 24 V DC Total power consumption: max 400 mA@24V The voltage is selected with the three switches inside the enclosure •...
- Page 28 5 Hz or else the lifetime of the relay will be reduced significantly An isolated mechanical relay output is available for the ER-420-DC and ER-420-AC Maximum switch...
- Page 29 Terminal 07-08 analog output (SETUP 7) • An isolated 4…20 mA signal proportional to the flow rate is available for the ER-420-DC and ER-420-AC • When the output is disabled, a 3 5mA signal will be generated on these terminals •...
- Page 30 Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP Pulse-signal PNP / PNP-LP The ER-420 is suitable for use with flowmeters which have a PNP output signal For a reliable pulse detection, the pulse amplitude has to go above 1 2V Signal setting PNP-LP employs a low-pass signal noise filter, which limits the maximum input frequency (see "Details of Setup Functions"...
- Page 31 Installation & Operation Manual Reed switch The ER-420 is suitable for use with flowmeters which have a reed switch To avoid pulse bounce from the reed switch, select REED LP low-pass filter (see "Details of Setup Functions" on page March 2013 Page 31...
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Page 32: Industrial Oval Gear Adapter Wiring
Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP Industrial Oval Gear Adapter Wiring Figure 8: ER-420 Wiring "Transmitter Pulses Per Unit" on page 21 Figure 9: ER-420 Transmitter Adapter Switch Positions OTEE: The meter size selector switch must be set to correspond to the size of the meter to properly detect fluid flow Position 1 (top): 1/2", 3/4", 1"... -
Page 33: Maintenance
K-factor alterations • The indication for low-battery • Clean the casing with soapy water Do not use any aggressive solvents as these might damage the polyester coating Repair Please contact customer service at Badger Meter March 2013 Page 33... -
Page 34: Appendix A: Technical Specifications
Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP APPENDIX AE: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS General Display Type High intensity reflective numeric and alphanumeric LCD, UV-resistant Digits Seven 17 mm (0 67") and eleven 8 mm (0 31") Various symbols and measuring units Refresh rate User definable: 8 to 30/sec... -
Page 35: Inputs
10 bit Error < 0 05% Updates 10 times a sec Software function is to calibrate the 4 00 mA and 20 00 mA levels precisely within setup Load 1 kOhm max Type ER-420-AC and Passive galvanically isolated output ER-420-DC Type AP Passive 4…20 mA output;... -
Page 36: Appendix B: Troubleshooting
Flow meter does not Signal selection SETUP 51 generate pulses Pulse amplitude "ER-420-DC and ER-420-AC" on page 27 Flowmeter, wiring and connection of terminal connectors "ER-420-DC and ER-420-AC" on page 27 Power supply of flowmeter par 4 4 2 Total... -
Page 37: Your Configuration Settings
Installation & Operation Manual Your Configuration Settings Setting Default DateE: DateE: 1 – Total Enter your settings here. 11 unit 12 decimals 0000000 13 K-factor 0000001 14 decimals K-factor 15 multiplication factor 2 – Flow Rate 21 unit 22 time unit /min 23 decimals 0000000... - Page 38 Models ER-420-AC, ER-420-DC & ER-420-LP INTENTIONAL BLANK PAGE Page 38 March 2013...
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