Troubleshooting ............... 9 Part Number Information ..........10 Statement of Warranty ........... 12 NOTE: Blancett reserves the right to make any changes or improvements to the product described in this manual at any time without notice. Form No. B120-011 07/09...
INTRODUCTION The Blancett Model 1200 in-line turbine fl ow meter was engineered for applications in high corrosive environments. Developed for use in petrochemical and other process industries with liquid chemical fl ows, the Model 1200 turbine provides accuracy and durability in aggressive industrial environments.
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Vibration: Severe pulsation and mechanical vibration will affect accuracy and shorten the life of the meter. Filtration: If small particles are present in the fl uid, Blancett recommends that a strainer be installed upstream of the meter (see Table 1 on page 5 for fi ltration recommendations).
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Prior to installation, the fl ow meter should be checked internally for foreign material and to ensure that the rotor spins freely. Fluid lines should also be checked and cleared of all debris. The fl ow meter must be installed with the fl ow arrow, etched on the exterior of the meter body, pointing in the direction of fl...
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It is recommended that a minimum length equal to ten (10) pipe diameters of straight pipe be installed on the upstream side and fi ve (5) diameters on the downstream side of the fl ow meter. Otherwise, meter accuracy may be affected. Piping should be the same size as the meter bore (size).
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS RF PREAMP PART #222228 (REF 10' CABLE) CABLE ASSEMBLY RF PICK-UP PART #120003 PART #111117 GREEN BLACK WHITE ILLUSTRATION USING MODEL 121-225 METER Figure 3 Wiring diagram with RF pick-up, cable assembly and preamplifi er Terminal Description Notes Power 7 to 30 VDC Common...
OPERATIONAL START-UP The following practices should be observed when installing and starting the meter. WARNING: Make sure that fl uid fl ow has been shut off and pressure in the line released before attempting to install the meter in an existing system. After meter installation, close the isolation valves, and open the by-pass valve.
APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause Remedy Meter indicates higher • Cavitation • Increase back pressure than actual fl ow rate • Debris on rotor support • Clean meter Meter indicates lower • Debris on rotor • Clean meter and add than actual fl...
Blancett’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of a defective product, at no charge to the end purchase, if the product is inspected by Blancett and found to be defective. Repair or replacement is at Blancett’s discretion. A...
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