Physical Orientation; Type U Physical Orientation - Oval ALTI mass CA00A Instructions Manual

6.2 Physical Orientation

6.2.1 Type U physical orientation

(1) The sensor may be installed either in a horizontal run or vertical run. The following physical
orientations are suggested, depending on the type of process fluid. [Orientation (2) shows the
typical orientation for liquids.]
(2) If cable entry points upwards, there must be adequate provisions for sealing off or preventing
rainwater and other moisture from entering the meter.
CA003 thru CA250
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(1)
Gas
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Slurries
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(If deposit buildup is likely.)
(3) Transmitter orientation is correct if its display face is not in the horizontal plane.
View from side
(4) For the orientation of separately mounted transmitter, see 6.9 Separately Mounted Transmitter
Installation.
Horizontal pipeline
IN
IN
Liquid
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Fig. 6.1
View from bottom
Fig. 6.2
(2)
Liquid
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Gas
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Liquids that require cleansing
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Liquids that tend to foam
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L -- 740 -- 28 -- E
Vertical pipeline
IN
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