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Flow Meter
Model: KDF-9/KDG-9

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Flow Meter Model: KDF-9/KDG-9...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Design / dimensions / operating details E/F/A/B (option differential pressure regulator) 9     7.2.1   Dimension drawing KDF-9/KDG-9-…E/F with conn. ¼“ NPT (F) as regulator c/w constant outlet   pressure ............................... 10 7.2.2   Dimension drawing KDF-9/KDG-9-...-A/B with conn. ¼“ NPT (F) as regulator c/w constant inlet pressure ..............................
  • Page 3 Operating Instructions KDF-9/KDG-9 INDICATOR UNIT .......................... 11     CE MARKING ..........................11     AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES ......................12     ORDER INFORMATION ........................ 12     STANDARDS AND DIRECTIVES ....................12     SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................12    ...
  • Page 4 (info.de@kobold.com) in PDF format, specifying the relevant invoice number and serial number. If you wish, the operating instructions can also be sent to you by post in paper form against an applicable postage fee.
  • Page 5: Applications

    The flow meter can be used for stabilizing a constant flow of liquid and gaseous products in pipes. The flow is kept constant regardless of pressure changes during product inflow for type KDF-9 / KDG-9-...E/F or of a pressure change during product outflow for type KDF-9 / KDG-9-...A/B.
  • Page 6: Input

    Volume flow Measuring range: (lower-range and upper-range values) Measuring span water 20 °C KDF-9: Smallest measuring range: 0.02-0.25 l/h water Largest measuring range: 10-100 l/h water Measuring span air 20°C, 1,013 bar abs. KDG-9 Smallest measuring range: 2-20 Nl/h air Largest measuring range: 300-3000 Nl/h air Measuring /controlling range for E/F/A/B (option diff.pressure regulator)
  • Page 7: Electrical Output (Option)

    Operating Instructions KDF-9/KDG-9 Electrical output (option) 1 inductive limit switch Mono- or bistable Ad-on limit switches Type RC 10/15-14-XX, Manufacturer Pepperl & Fuchs Monostable Type RC 10/15-14-N0 Bistable Type RC 10/15-14-N3 Ad-on limit switches Type N7R**A, Manufacturer ifm electronic Monostable...
  • Page 8: Mounting / Start-Up

    Operating Instructions KDF-9/KDG-9 Mounting / start-up When starting up the flowmeter, the following points must be observed: The variable-area flow meter must be installed perpendicularly (direction of flow from the bottom to the top). Take special care to install glass-tube devices free from strain. The size of the product line to be connected must be identical to the size of the device connection.
  • Page 9: Pressure Loss

    The standard version of the device is equipped with an adjusting valve at the outlet KDF-9/KDG-9 ( dimensions in mm ) The threaded pins M4 are only mounted if the option „Wall Mounting“ has been selected.
  • Page 10: Dimension Drawing Kdf-9/Kdg-9

    Operating Instructions KDF-9/KDG-9 7.2.1 Dimension drawing KDF-9/KDG-9-…E/F with conn. ¼“ NPT (F) as regulator c/w constant outlet pressure 7.2.2 Dimension drawing KDF-9/KDG-9-...-A/B with conn. ¼“ NPT (F) as regulator c/w constant inlet pressure Weights: KDF-9/KDG-9: 0.4 kg, KDF-9/KDG-9…E/F/A/B: 0.8 kg Materials: Fitting, connections, setting valve: 1.4404 (316L)
  • Page 11: Process Connection

    With respect to the Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU, the devices fall within the scope of appli- cation of Article 4, Section 3, and need no CE mark in accordance with this directive. Kobold Messring confirms compliance with the directives by attaching the CE mark. Page 11...
  • Page 12: Available Accessories

    14 Safety instructions 14.1 Intended use The KDF-9/KDG-9 variable-area flow meter may be used only for flow measurements of fluid and gase- ous media. The manufacturer shall not be liable for damage that may result from improper or unintended use.
  • Page 13: Attention

    Operating Instructions KDF-9/KDG-9 Attention If cleaning of the float or of the measuring cone is necessary due to contamination, please note following items:  Before removing a device, make sure that the pipe line is empty (no product residues) depressur- ized and cooled.
  • Page 14 Operating Instructions KDF-9/KDG-9 Attention The shaft packing of the valve must be readjusted during the life cycle. This requires tightening of the thrust piece (1) Loosen thread pin (2) M4x8 with hexagon 2mm and remove valve knob (3). Tighten thrust piece (1) SW14 with a torque of...
  • Page 15: Returning Devices For Repair And Service

    If repair is necessary, confirm the above-mentioned requirement in writing (please use the form in the Ap- pendix). If hazardous materials remain in or on the device after it has been returned, Kobold Messring is author- ized to remove them at the client’s expense without further inquiry.
  • Page 16: Decontamination Certificate For Device Cleaning

    Operating Instructions KDF-9/KDG-9 18 Decontamination certificate for device cleaning Company: ....... City: ........Department: ......Name: ........ Tel: ………......This variable-area flowmeter Type KDF-9/KDG-9-…………………... was operated using the measured medium..............Since this measured medium is dangerous in water*/poisonous*/corrosive*/flammable*, we have: ...
  • Page 17: Model Code

    Operating Instructions KDF-9/KDG-9 19 Model Code Liquids Order Details (Example: KDF-9291 NV 0 00 0) Measuring Valve Pressure Order no. Gasket Wall-instal- Miscellaneous op- range water seat drop stainless Connection Contact option option lation tions [l/h] [mm] [mbar] steel 0,02-0,25 KDF-9291...
  • Page 18: Eu Declaration Of Conformance

    Operating Instructions KDF-9/KDG-9 20 EU Declaration of conformance We, KOBOLD Messring GmbH, Hofheim-Ts, Germany, declare under our sole responsibility that the product: Flow Meter Model: KDF-9/KDG-9-... with limit switches Type RC 10/15-14-XX or Type N7R**A to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the standards noted below:...

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