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I N S TA L L AT I O N O P E R AT I O N M A I N T E N A N C E SEM-100SS Electronic Flow Meter PUIOM000649-00 (ENGLISH, REV 07-2022) Experience In Motion...
These instructions must always be kept close to the product’s operating location or directly with the product. Flowserve products are designed, developed and manufactured with state-of-the-art technologies in modern facilities. The unit is produced with great care and commitment to continuous quality control, utilizing sophisticated quality techniques and safety requirements.
1.2 Disclaimer Information in these User Instructions is believed to be reliable. In spite of all the efforts of Flowserve to provide sound and all necessary information, the content of this manual may appear insufficient and is not guaranteed by Flowserve as to its completeness or accuracy.
The product must not be operated beyond the parameters specified for the application. If there is any doubt as to the suitability of the product for the application intended, contact Flowserve for advice, quoting the serial number. 1.5 Safety 1.5.1 Summary of safety markings: These User Instructions contain specific safety markings where non-observance of an instruction would cause hazards.
Immediately after receipt of the equipment, it must be verified for contents and inspected for damages in transportation. Any shortage and/or damage must be reported immediately to distributor/Flowserve Scienco and must be received within 10 days of receipt of the equipment. Later claims cannot be accepted.
Stainless steel and plastic construction make the SEM-100SS an extremely versatile meter, suitable for use with many chemicals and petroleum products. The SEM-100SS flow meter features a large LCD display, an anti-glare...
SEM-100SS User Instructions 3.2 Operating parameters • Flows from 7.5 lpm to 110 lpm (2 gpm to 30 gpm) • Temperatures up to 85°C (185°F) • Pressures up to 6.9 bar (100 psi) 3.3 Available equipment and accessories The SEM-100 and SEM-100FT electronic flow meters are available individually...
SEM-100SS User Instructions 3.4 Materials of construction The SEM-100SS electronic flow meters are resistant to corrosion from typical ag-chem and light industrial chemicals. Wetted materials include: • Fluid Housing/Form Cover ------- 316 Stainless Steel • Meter Chamber ------- Polypropylene Sulfide (PPS), Stainless Steel •...
4.2 Installation Flow can be metered in either direction through the SEM-100SS flow meter. Thread the meter inlet into the female discharge port of the pump or line. Using an elbow or coupling, screw the discharge hose onto the other port of the meter.
Push to enter into the three calibration modes, starting with CAL-1. 4.3.1 Calibration The SEM-100SS Flow Meter has three calibration options, CAL-1, CAL-2, and CAL-3. The flow meter can be calibrated in any unit desired (i.e. gallons, liters, pounds, acres, pints, etc.). CAL-1 requires pumping 5 units of fluid.
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SEM-100SS User Instructions CAL-1 Calibration: 1. Press “ON” button to wake up meter. 2. Press and hold the “Reset” button to zero (“.00”) the Current Total screen 3. Press “CAL-1” to enter calibration sequence. 4. Pump process liquid into a calibrated container that holds five units (gallons, liters, etc.)
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SEM-100SS User Instructions 7. Press “UP” and “DOWN” arrow keys to enter the amount of fluid that was pumped in the desired units. Note: The display will return to the Current Total screen and read the previous total. Note: “Err” will be displayed if too few or too many counts have been received during the calibration.
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SEM-100SS User Instructions 4.3.2 Operation TO METER FLUID: With the pump and meter properly installed, the meter will wake up automatically and begin to display the Current Total as fluid is pumped. TO DISPLAY CURRENT TOTAL: Press “ON” button. TO RESET CURRENT TOTAL TO ZERO: Press and hold “RESET”...
SEM-100SS User Instructions 5. Maintenance It is the final operator’s responsibility to ensure that all maintenance steps are carried out by authorized and qualified personnel who have adequately familiarized themselves with the subject matter by studying this manual in detail.
SEM-100SS User Instructions Place the gasket and electronic assembly onto the meter assembly. Reinstall the 8 screws (DD6P-46A) to secure the electronic assembly to the meter assembly. Tighten the screws to 32-36 inch-pounds in a star pattern to avoid any leakage.
Drive Dog Assembly SFM10000-02 Top Wobble Housing SFM10000-03A Wobble Plate Assembly SFM10000-20 SFM10000-14A Meter Plate SFM10000-13A SEM-100SS 316SS Fluid Housing Note: All parts are common to the SEM-100 and SEM-100FT except for the fluid housing PUIOM000649-00-UIM (EN/AQ) August 2022 Flowserve.com 17...
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SEM-100SS User Instructions 7. Troubleshooting guide Problem: Meter reads high or low. Solution: Check for the following: • Ensure lines are full and there is no trapped air in the system before calibrating. • Pump may be sucking air due to low fluid level or bad pump inlet connection.
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SEM-100SS User Instructions Problem: No liquid will pass through the meter or the meter will not register flow. Solution: Foreign material is in the metering cartridge and is obstructing flow or preventing the nutating disk from moving freely. Remove the meter cartridge and clean.
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WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY. Flowserve is not responsible for repairs or alterations made by others without manual written agreement between the Company and Buyer. The Company does not warrant the Equipment or any repair/replacement part against the effects of erosion, corrosion, or normal wear and tear due to operation or the environment.
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Instructions included with the product, and train its employees and contractors in Flowserve Scienco the safe use of Flowserve products in connection with the specific application. 3900 Cook Blvd. While the information and specifications contained in this literature are believed to...