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CM2-MVC200-2001 The Multivariable Air Flow Meter Model MVC10A/10F User’s Manual...
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In no event is Azbil Corporation liable to anyone for any indirect, special or consequential damages. This information and specifications in this document are subject to change without notice.
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Azbil Corporation Preface Preface Thank you for purchasing our multivariable Air Flow Meter Model MVC10A/10F. This innovative flow meter that has been developed based on our long experience and expertise and has various functions including cost indication and leakage checking useful for energy-saving control in a wide variety of applications.
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If you have any questions regarding the specifications, contact our branch and sales representative offices and your local Azbil Corporation distributor. When making an inquiry, be sure to let us know the Model and Product Nos. of the product you have purchased.
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Denotes a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION Denotes a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in minor injury or property damage. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
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When looking for the explanations required for maintenance and troubleshooting, use this chapter as an information retrieval means. Appendix English and Japanese Messages Comparison Table Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Configuration and structure of the measuring system Outline of this chapter ................1-1 1-1: System configuration ..................1-2 Measuring system ..................1-2 Introduction ................... 1-2 Concept of flow rate measurement ............1-2 System configuration of analog signal output (4 to 20 mA DC output) ..1-3 System configuration ................
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Table of Contents 3-1: Startup ......................3-2 Activating this instrument ................3-2 Procedure ..................... 3-2 3-2: Preparatory operation before measurement ..........3-3 Introduction ................... 3-3 Method for zero adjustment ..............3-3 Introduction ................... 3-3 3-3: Stopping ......................3-4 Procedure ..................... 3-4 Chapter 4: Setting parameters and operating the local data setting device Outline of this chapter ................
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Table of Contents Setting the language used for displayed messaged ......4-13 4-9: Setting during operation ................4-14 Introduction ................... 4-14 Switching the main displays ..............4-14 Setting or changing units ..............4-14 Setting or changing the damping time constant ........4-15 Setting or changing a low flow cut value ..........
Chapter 1: Configuration and structure of the measuring system Outline of this chapter This chapter explains the measuring systems using this instrument. • The instrument’s structure and the names and functions of its integral parts are described. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Figure 1-1 shows the outline of a flow-rate measuring system using this equipment. Converter Detector Fluid Analog output wiring inlet Power cable inlet Pulse output wiring inlet Fig. 1-1 Measuring system in an integral configuration Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
This instrument: Measures flow-rate and outputs instantaneous flow-rate values in analog signals (4 to 20 mA DC). • The analog output range is 3.8 mA to 20.8 mA DC (-1.25% to +105%). • The load resistance is 245 to 300W Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Power unit cover mounting screws (4 x M3) Terminal board mounting screws (4 x M3) Tag plate Main board Terminal board Terminal block Power unit cover Fuse Fig. 1-4 Structure of converter case Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Nameplate • Model No., Product No., and flow-rate range are described on it. Tag No. plate • A Tag No. is indicated when specified by the purchase order. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
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Configuration and structure of the measuring system Azbil Corporation Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Azbil Corporation Installation of this instrument Chapter 2: Installation of this instrument Outline of this chapter This chapter describes the method for installation and wiring of this instrument. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
This instrument has an oval orifice in the pipe, and the service direction is specified. Allow the work fluid to flow in the direction of the arrow marked on the side of the detector. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
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CAUTION Since the work fluid contains more or less water, remove the accumulated water inside the remote type tube and pressure-bearing cover of the body. Otherwise, an output shift may result. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
If it is dropped by mistake, you may be wounded or suffer a broken bone. Bore diameter 50 A 65 A 80 A 100 A 150 A Weight 9 kg 11 kg 13 kg 18.5 kg 39.5 kg Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
When cutting a tube, ensure that the tube is not collapsed. • The bend radius of the tube is not so small as 15 mm or less. • When mounting the tube on the fitting, ensure that it is securely pushed in. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
• Never perform wiring while the system is energized. Otherwise an electric shock may occur. Note: • Follow the indication for connecting positions and perform the wiring correctly. Otherwise equipment failure may result. • Power source lines in particular carry a large-capacity power, double-check the wiring positions. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Internal terminals output the current. 4-20 mA DC analog signal Receiving instrument This instrument Fig. 2-6 Diagram of wire connection of current output Note: Incorrect wiring polarity can cause damage to the equipment. Double-check the wiring position. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Fig. 2-7 Pulse output wire connection diagram CAUTION • Incorrect wiring polarity can cause damage to the equipment. Double-check the wiring position. • Use an external power source that meets the voltage and capacity specifications. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Thus, before starting the operation, switch the language for display to “English.” For the details of changing languages for display, refer to the Item “Setting the language for display” under Subsection 4-8, “Initial setting.” Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Fill this instrument with the fluid to be measured and let it stay still for a while. Ensure that no leakage is found from the flanges on which this instrument is fitted. Energize the converter for this instrument. Ensure that LCD display is activated. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
• “Sensor Range Over” This message appears when the present value exceeds the sensor range. If this message is displayed, contact our sales representatives' office, your distributor, or our customer services department directly. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
To stop the operation of this instrument, use the following procedure: Step Procedure Switch the operation mode of the control unit for the instrument to be stopped to manual control. Turn off the power supply for the instrument. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Thus, before starting the operation for this chapter, switch the language for display to “English.” For the details of changing languages for display, refer to the Item “Setting the language for display” under Subsection 4-8, “Initial setting.” Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
• Allows the key to be locked. (Keep pressing it for 3 seconds.) • Inputs values. • Selects setting menus. CAUTION Never press a key with a pencil, ball-point pen, or any other objects having a sharp tip, which may damage the key. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Leaving the keys without operating them for 3 minutes allows the system to turn off the illumination automatically. • When the keys are left untouched for 3 minutes, automatically switches the system to measuring mode. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
* Pressing the [Disp.] (D) key while operating in the setting menu switches the mode to the measuring mode. Thus, when values of each item are being changed, pressing the [Disp.] key (D) cancels the values. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Selects the unit for an instantaneous cost value. 5 <Leak Check> 1 <Leak Rate> Displays a leak rate. Displays and sets a leak rate. 2 <Reset OK?> Resets measured data. 3 <Set Press> Sets a compressor pressure. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
8 <Max Flow> Deletes the given maximum flow rate. Sets the maximum value to an arbitrary value. 9 <DAC Trim> Trims an analog output value. 10 <Language> Sets the language used for display. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
(3) After changing the menu settings, press the [Enter] key (E) to implement the set details. < > Press the Enter key (E). This message appears. * To cancel the changes, press the [Menu] key (M) or [Disp.] key (D). Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
(3) Press the [Enter] key (E) to implement the set details. < > Press the Enter key (E). This message appears. * When the set figure is beyond the range of setting, an error message appears. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
After inputting the reference pressure, press the Enter key (E). When the message “Value Changed” appears, the setting is completed. Note: • The value of reference pressure represents the absolute pressure. 4-10 Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
When changing the unit of totalized cost, the value of cost weight (or cost rate) is set to “0.” * For the details of cost, refer to Chapter 4, Subsection 4-11, “Explanation on some important functions,” Cost indicating function. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter 4-11...
When setting the maximum flow rate to an arbitrary value, refer to the next Item, “Setting the maximum flow rate value.” • For the details of the auto ranging function, refer to Chapter 4, Subsection 4-11, “Explanation on some important functions,” Automatic ranging function. 4-12 Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Select the language to be displayed by using the key to enter the tag. Then, press the [Enter] key (E). When the message “Value Changed” appears, the setting is completed. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter 4-13...
• When the totalized unit is changed, the totalized value is reset. • The unit for pressure is fixed to MPa (gauge pressure) and that of flow velocity is fixed to m/s. 4-14 Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
“1: Leak Rate” cursor. Select the items to be set by using the key. Note: The value of set pressure in the leak check function represents the gauge pressure. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter 4-15...
Ref. Pressure 101.325 kPa (abs) Pulse Weight Customer-specified value (When unspecified: 0.1 m /pulse) Cost Rate 0 yen/m Customer-specified value (When unspecified, maximum Max Flow value for the given bore) Language Japanese 4-16 Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Cost (yen/h) = B (yen/m ) × A (m Similarly, total cost (cumulative cost) can be calculated as follows: Total cost (yen) = B (yen/m ) × Total flow rate (cumulative flow rate, m Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter 4-17...
• When reference temperature and pressure have been changed, since the details of internal flow rate calculations are altered, delete the maximum flow rate value in the operation “Del Rate Value.” 4-18 Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
“Leak Check” - “2 <Reset OK?>.” (3) Setting of the above-mentioned compressor pressure can be conducted by using the process “Leak Check” - “3 <Set Press>.” The allowable pressure setting range is 0.30 to 0.98 MPa. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter 4-19...
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Setting parameters and operating the local data setting device Azbil Corporation 4-20 Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Chapter 5: Maintenance and troubleshooting of this instrument Outline of this chapter This chapter enumerates the steps for maintenance and inspection of this instrument and the matters that should be referred to when conducting troubleshooting. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
When fixing the terminal with screws, pay attention to avoid excessive screw tightening that may damage them. Also take necessary care not to pinch the cable connecting the FPC and LCD with screws or the cover. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
(G) • 20 Megaohms minimum at 100 V DC Across the current output terminal (I+ terminal and I- terminal short-circuited) and grounding terminal (G) • 20 Megaohms minimum at 100 V DC Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
(5) Bring back the fuse holder cover to the original position. (6) Attach the covers for the main body and the power supply unit in the original way. (7) Start the power supply through the terminals L and N of this instrument. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Pulse output value is excessive • Ensure that correct specifications for pulse counter are relative to the flow rate. used. • Ensure that the value of low flow cut is correctly set. Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Use the measured Use the Leak check flow. (Specified in the value value measured value User's Manual.) Auto ranging (peak Do not used the Use the measured Use the value) measured value. value measured value Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Description of error CHAR PROM FAULT Abnormality in internal data SUSPECT INPUT Abnormality in sensor output NVM FAULT NVM abnormality RAM FAULT Abnormality in an internal RAM ROM FAULT Abnormality in an internal ROM Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
Leak-checking measured values resetting Set. Press Internal pipe systems pressure setting Tag setting Ref. Temp Reference temperature setting Ref. Pressure Reference pressure setting Pulse Weight Pulse weight setting Cost Rate Cost weight setting Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter Appendix-1...
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Cumulative values resetting re-confirmation Completely! Cumulative values resetting completed Message appearing at set value changing Value changed! An input value has been set Input Value Error Error message for an excessive value of input Appendix-2 Model: MVC10A/10F - Multivariable Air Flow Meter...
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Warranty period and warranty scope 1.1 Warranty period Azbil Corporation’s products shall be warranted for one (1) year from the date of your purchase of the said products or the delivery of the said products to a place designated by you.
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Although acceleration of the above situation varies depending on the conditions or environment of use of the products, you are required not to use any Azbil Corporation’s products for a period exceeding ten (10) years unless otherwise stated in specifications or instruction manuals.
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Document Number: CM2-MVC200-2001 Document Name: The Multivariable Air Flow Meter Model MVC10A/10F User's Manual Date: 1st edition: April 2006 3rd edition: Jan. 2020 Issued/Edited by: Azbil Corporation...
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