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- Page 1 FTA400 Rev1105 Document Number: XE-FTA4PM-R0A PORTABLE FLOWTESTER MODELS: FTA400 GPM FTA410 LPM FIRE RESEARCH CORPORATION www.fireresearch.com 26 Southern Blvd., Nesconset, NY11767 TEL ( 631 ) 724-8888 FAX ( 631 ) 360-9727 TOLL FREE 1-800-645-0074...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
FTA400 Rev1105 CONTENTS Table of Contents CONTENTS ....................... 2 List of Tables ......................3 List of Figures ....................... 3 INTRODUCTION ...................... 4 Overview ....................... 4 Features ......................... 4 Specifications ......................5 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ..................6 Components ......................6 TYPICAL APPLICATIONS ..................8 Hydrant Total Flow Test .................. -
Page 3: List Of Tables
FTA400 Rev1105 List of Tables Table 1. Values for K With a 2.5" Flow Tube ............8 Table 2. Flowmeter Calibration Flow for Each Pipe Size ........11 Table 3. Program Code Quick Reference ..............18 List of Figures Figure 1. Controls and Indicators ................7 Figure 2. -
Page 4: Introduction
The tester is designed around the FRC INSIGHT digital flowmeter and a paddlewheel type flow sensor mounted in a flow tube. The flow tester program allows for up to six different calibration schemes to be set in memory. -
Page 5: Specifications
FTA400 Rev1105 Specifications Display Module Supply Voltage: 9 - 30 VDC Supply Current: 0.5 Amp Flow Tube Material: Aluminum Sizes Available: FTA400-015 1.5" Tube w/2.5" Couplings (13 - 320 GPM) FTA400-020 2.0" Tube w/2.5" Couplings (21 - 520 GPM) FTA400-025 2.5"... -
Page 6: General Description
FTA400 Rev1105 GENERAL DESCRIPTION Components The INSIGHT Portable FlowTester consists of the following components: Case Digital Flowmeter Display Battery and Charger Flow Tube(s) Paddlewheel Flow Sensor and Sensor Housing Assembly Cables Case Mounted inside the Pelican case is a panel that has a digital flowmeter display module, power switch, low battery indicator, and input cable connectors installed. -
Page 7: Figure 1. Controls And Indicators
FTA400 Rev1105 ON / OFF 120 VAC Power Switch Cable Input (For power or to charge Battery the internal battery.) Indicator Flow Sensor Cable Input 12V DC Power Storage area for Cable Input all cables. (Requires optional power cable.) Digital Flowmeter Digital Display... -
Page 8: Typical Applications
FTA400 Rev1105 TYPICAL APPLICATIONS Hydrant Total Flow Test A direct reading of flow in Gallons Per Minute (GPM) can be obtained by connecting the portable flow tester to a discharge, flow water and record the flow displayed. The tester can also be used (employing some simple math) to find the total output of a hydrant. -
Page 9: Pump Test
FTA400 Rev1105 For different size flow tubes the value for K that is used to determine total flow out of the hydrant will be different than those shown in Table 1. Use the following formula to determine new value for K. Total Flow Area Constant K Area of Flow Tube Opening... -
Page 10: Nozzle Test
FTA400 Rev1105 Nozzle Test Attach a hose to the inlet of the flow tube and the nozzle to be tested on the discharge of the flow tube. The nozzle may be either a smooth bore type or automatic. Flow the nozzle at various pressures and note the flow and pressure displayed on the readout. -
Page 11: Flow Rate Measuring Information
FTA400 Rev1105 FLOW RATE MEASURING INFORMATION The location of the flow sensor in the plumbing system is critical. The flow at • and around the sensor must be laminar, or smooth, to ensure accurate flow rate measurement. There must be enough straight pipe run before the flow sensor location to allow the stream to stabilize into a uniform flow. -
Page 12: Power
FTA400 Rev1105 POWER Internal Battery IMPORTANT : Before using the Portable Flow ester for the first time, the battery must be charged for at least six (6) hours. The Portable FlowTester is powered by a rechargeable battery and must be charged regularly. -
Page 13: Operation
FTA400 Rev1105 OPERATION Caution: Care should be taken not to drop the flow tube. Dropping the flow tube could result in damage the exterior of the tube or the flow sensor. Note: Before using the Portable FlowTester for the first time, it must be charged for at least six (6) hours. -
Page 14: Flow Test
FTA400 Rev1105 Flow Test Set-up Note: FRC does not provide adapters for connecting flow tubes. Use appropriate adapters as necessary. 1. Ensure the tester battery is charged or connect it to an alternate power source. Note: The flow sensor is positioned at the discharge end of the flow tube. -
Page 15: Totalized Flow
FTA400 Rev1105 Totalized Flow The total button is used to perform two functions, display total flow and reset the totalized flow to 0 if the reset function is set to YES. Display Total Flow When the TOTAL button is pressed and released the digital display will show the total accumulated flow and the TOTALx100 LED will be on. -
Page 16: Programming
FTA400 Rev1105 PROGRAMMING The program access mode is selected and inputs are made by using the two buttons on the front of the flowmeter display module. The digital display will show stored data and operator inputs. (Refer to Figure 2.) Note: When entering codes in the program access mode there is a time out feature that requires an operator input be made every three seconds. -
Page 17: Program Access Mode
FTA400 Rev1105 Program Access Mode To gain access to the program features a three digit program code must be entered. Review the Program Code Descriptions or refer to Table 3. Program Code Quick Reference for the proper three digit code. Note: There is a time out feature that will return the program to normal operation in three seconds if input is not detected at the buttons. -
Page 18: Program Code Descriptions
Select Different Calibration Point E208 Memory Failure Contact FRC • Refer to Program Code Descriptions for detailed information. • There is a timeout feature that will return the program to normal operation in three seconds if input is not detected at the buttons. - Page 19 FTA400 Rev1105 Code 311 Flow Rate Increment Factory programmed value: Options: 0000 to 9999 This code will allow a program value to be set where the digital display will change from incrementing by 1 to incrementing by 10. The display will increment by 1 at flow rates below the program setting and by 10 at flow rates above the program setting.
- Page 20 FTA400 Rev1105 Code 317 Totalizer Reset Factory programmed value: Options: YES, no This code will toggle the flow totalizer reset function on and off. The totalizer reset function has two program settings YES and no. For the reset function to work the totalizer reset is set to YES.
- Page 21 5% difference between two calibration points.) Select a different point to continue with the calibration procedure. Error Code E208 There is a failure with the internal memory of the module. Contact FRC if this error code is displayed. Exit Program Access Mode Press both the MODE and TOTAL buttons and hold them there until four dashes are shown in the display.
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Page 22: Enter Sensor/Tube Size
FTA400 Rev1105 Enter Sensor/Tube Size The Portable FlowTester program allows for up to six different sensor/tube sizes to be set in memory. Each is identified with a sensor identifying letter (A thru F) and the tube size. Note: Tube can refer to pipes, fittings, or other fixtures that the flow sensor may be mounted in. -
Page 23: Figure 3. Sensor/Tube Size Program Displays
FTA400 Rev1105 There are six Sensor/Tube Size program slots. They are identified by a letter and the tube size. Each program is calibrated to be used with a specific sensor and tube. The tube size will be displayed in inches or millimeters depending on code 313 setting. The display format is as follows: 1st - A x.x 2nd - b x.x... -
Page 24: Calibration
FTA400 Rev1105 CALIBRATION The Portable FlowTester is programmed and calibrated at the factory for the tube(s) that it is shipped with. Each new sensor/tube size program that is entered needs to be calibrated. It is recommended that the tester be checked for accuracy annually and recalibrated as necessary. - Page 25 FTA400 Rev1105 Flow Calibration, Multiple Point (Code 322) This function allows for the tester to be calibrated at multiple flow rates. It corrects for nonlinear flow to provide an accurate flow rate display. Select flow rates to calibrate (up to 10 calibration points) that are within the most commonly used flow range.
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Page 26: Flow Sensor Maintenance
FTA400 Rev1105 FLOW SENSOR MAINTENANCE It is recommended that the flow sensor be cleaned during the yearly calibration check. Depending on the environment that the flow tube is used in, it is possible that mud, grass, algae, or other materials may collect on the paddlewheel of the flow sensor and require it to be cleaned from time to time. -
Page 27: Parts List
FTA400 Rev1105 PARTS LIST Index FRC Part No. Description FTA400-XXX Portable FlowTester (GPM) FTA410-XXX Portable FlowTester (LPM) XXX = Tube Diameter ZBT-172-ND . Battery, Rechargeable, 12 VDC XE-FM015FT1-M . Flow Tube, 1.5-in w/2.5 Couplings XE-FM020FT1-M . Flow Tube, 2.0-in w/2.5 Couplings XE-FM025FT1-M .
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