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Fluidwell F014-A User Manual

Flow rate indicator / totalizer with scaled pulse output
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F014-A
FLOW RATE INDICATOR / TOTALIZER
WITH SCALED PULSE OUTPUT
Signal input:
(0)4-20 mA flowmeter signal
Signal output:
one scaled pulse reflecting total
Options:
intrinsically safe
backlight
F-Series - Field mounted indicators for safe and hazardous areas
More info: www.fluidwell.com/fseries

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  • Page 1 F014-A FLOW RATE INDICATOR / TOTALIZER WITH SCALED PULSE OUTPUT Signal input: (0)4-20 mA flowmeter signal Signal output: one scaled pulse reflecting total Options: intrinsically safe backlight F-Series - Field mounted indicators for safe and hazardous areas More info: www.fluidwell.com/fseries...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Menu 6: Pulse output ..................... 17 5.4.7 Menu 7: Others ......................17 INSTALLATION........................19 Installation / environmental conditions ................19 Handling the F014-A enclosure ..................20 6.2.1 Identification........................20 6.2.2 Opening, assembling and closing the F-Series .............. 21 Mechanical installation....................23 6.3.1...
  • Page 3 Power supply ........................41 7.3.2 Sensor supply ......................... 41 Configuration examples Intrinsically Safe applications ........... 42 7.4.1 F014-A-OT-PX-XI-ZB - Ex ia IIC/IIIC ................42 7.4.2 F014-A-OT-PD-XI-ZB - Ex ia IIC/IIIC................42 7.4.3 F014-A-OT-PL-XI-ZB - Ex ia IIC/IIIC ................43 MAINTENANCE........................44 General directions......................

  • Page 4: About This Manual

    ● incorrect functioning of the unit or connected instruments. A note informs you of important information. WARRANTY AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT For warranty and technical support on your Fluidwell products, visit our internet site www.fluidwell.com or contact us at support@fluidwell.com. MODEL REFERENCE Hardware version: 03.03.xx...

  • Page 5: Safety

    F014-A User Manual SAFETY PERSONAL SAFETY ● Explosion hazard: Never open the unit when explosive atmosphere is present, and the unit is connected to a power supply or consuming device like the internal battery supply. ● Risk of electric shock: Only open the unit if all leads are free of potential electrical energy.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION SYSTEM DESCRIPTION The flow rate indicator / totalizer model F014-A is a microprocessor-driven instrument designed to show the current flow rate, resettable total and non-resettable accumulated total, as well as to generate a scaled pulse according to the accumulated total.

  • Page 7: Input

    ● Several options are available for powering the sensor. 3.2.3 OUTPUT ● A scalable pulse output is available from the F014-A, reflecting the passing of a programmable quantity. ● Several driving options are available, depending on the ordered Type. 3.2.4...

  • Page 8: Operation

    Section 2: Safety [»5] INTRODUCTION This chapter describes the daily use and operation of the F014-A. For this, the F-Series is equipped with a control panel that provides the operator with various functions, information and operating modes. 4.1.1...

  • Page 9: Backlight (Type Zb)

    F014-A User Manual Normally, the display is updated depending on the refresh rate selected in the configuration settings. By pressing any key, the display switches to refreshing the information 8 times per second. After 30 seconds of key inactivity, the display returns to the configured refresh rate.

  • Page 10: Internal Error

    User Manual F014-A Fig. 5: Example of low battery alarm 4.4.3 INTERNAL ERROR When an internal error occurs, “ALARM” will be displayed. Press the SELECT key several times to display the 4-digit error code. Consult for more information. Section B: Troubleshooting [»50]...

  • Page 11: Configuration

    INTRODUCTION This chapter describes how technicians can use configuration settings to configure the F-Series for optimal functionality. Configuration of the F014-A can be done in SETUP mode, using the front keys. CONFIGURING USING SETUP MODE For an overview of Operating modes, see Section 4.1.1: Operating modes [»8]...

  • Page 12: Changing Configuration Settings

    User Manual F014-A 5.2.3 CHANGING CONFIGURATION SETTINGS A menu item either contains a value (a number with optionally a decimal point and sign, e.g. -123.45) or a selection list (e.g. L – m - USGAL). After a menu item is selected in the SETUP menu, a new value can be programmed by performing the following steps.

  • Page 13: Setup Menu Overview

    F014-A User Manual SETUP MENU OVERVIEW TOTAL DEFAULT UNIT L - m3 - kg - lb - GAL - USGAL - bbl - no unit DECIMALS 0 - 3 0.0010 - 999,999 1600 SPAN DECIMALS SPAN 0 - 6 FLOW RATE...

  • Page 14: Menu 2: Flow Rate

    User Manual F014-A ● The rate per second is 2,481.3 / 60 = 41.355 L/sec, which equals 0.041355 m /sec. Thus, the span is 0.041355. ● Enter the Span as 041355 at and 6 at 1.3: TOTAL > SPAN 1.4: TOTAL > DECIMALS SPAN Example 2 ●...

  • Page 15: Menu 3: Display

    F014-A User Manual FLOW RATE UNIT Determines the measurement unit for the flow rate. The following can be selected: mL - L - m3 - mg - g - kg - ton - GAL - bbl - lb - cf - REV - no unit - scf -...

  • Page 16: Menu 5: Flowmeter

    F014-A POWER MANAGEMENT BATTERY MODE The F014-A has two main modes: operational and shelf mode. In shelf mode the product can be stored for several years with extremely low power consumption from the battery. All settings and totals are maintained in memory.

  • Page 17: Menu 6: Pulse Output

    (0)4mA at flow rate zero, this function is needed to set the minimum input current at flow rate zero. The input loop powered version of the F014-A (Type PL) requires an input signal of at least 4 mA, not lower.
  • Page 18 User Manual F014-A OTHERS PASS CODE All SETUP values can be password protected. A four-digit password can be programmed, for example 1234. To disable password protection, enter four zeros (0000). TAG NUMBER For identification of the F014 and communication purposes, a unique tag number of maximum seven digits can be entered.

  • Page 19: Installation

    Personnel must read and understand this Operating Manual before carrying out its instructions. ● The F014-A may only be operated by personnel who are authorized and trained by the operator of the facility. All instructions in this manual are to be observed.

  • Page 20: Handling The F014-A Enclosure

    User Manual F014-A HANDLING THE F014-A ENCLOSURE 6.2.1 IDENTIFICATION The F-Series can be supplied as suitable for Safe Area or Hazardous Area. Suitability for Intrinsic Safety is indicated in the model Type XI. Refer to for identification and installation labels Section 7: Intrinsically safe applications [»35]...

  • Page 21: Opening, Assembling And Closing The F-Series

    F014-A User Manual Fig. 9: Example of F0-Series installation label (Safe Area - Type PM or PF) Serial number and year of production The serial number can be reviewed on the identification label, the installation label, or in . The production SETUP 7.3: OTHERS >...
  • Page 22 User Manual F014-A Closing / replacing the cover 1. Re-insert all terminals to their original position. 2. Carefully position the front cover onto the back cover, making sure that the gasket falls nicely into the gutter of the back cover.

  • Page 23: Mechanical Installation

    F014-A User Manual MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 6.3.1 MECHANICAL DIMENSIONS Aluminum and stainless steel enclosures 75 mm (2.95") 90 mm (3.54") 130 mm (5.12") 112 mm (4.40") 12mm 12mm 30 mm 30 mm 30mm 30mm M16 x 1,5 M16 x 1,5 M20 x 1,5...
  • Page 24 User Manual F014-A Non-metallic enclosures 75 mm (2.95") 130 mm (5.12") 112 mm (4.40") HK back box: (flat bottom) 75 mm (2.95") 118 mm (4.65”) 25mm 25mm D=20mm D=20mm 12mm 12mm 30mm 30mm 24mm 24mm D=12mm D=16mm D=16mm D=20mm 36mm 36mm 0.12”...

  • Page 25: Mounting The F-Series

    F014-A User Manual 6.3.2 MOUNTING THE F-SERIES The enclosure can be installed by itself or with the aid of a mounting plate in the configurations shown below. When the product is installed on a wall or onto a meter, please use components and installation techniques that are suitable for the used materials.

  • Page 26: Electrical Installation

    ● The wire screens shall be terminated at one side to prevent wire loops. Inside of the F014-A, the different common ground terminals are connected to each other. It is advised, as illustrated, to terminate the wire screens in the vicinity of the sensor and to insulate the wire screen with a shrink tube at the F014-A side.

  • Page 27: Field Wiring Connections

    User Manual Connecting Protective Earth to a non-metallic enclosure When the F014-A is supplied with a non-metal enclosure (e.g. plastic), the field mount enclosure meets the requirements of class 2 (double insulated). Therefore any incoming PE conductor can be terminated with an insulating end cap.

  • Page 28: Power Supply

    C22.2 No. 61010-1 / UL61010-1 / EN/IEC 61010-1. The F014-A can be powered from an external power supply. For Type PX or PD, an optional internal power supply is also available in the form of a lithium battery (Type PB). When both external and internal power supplies are available, the internal power supply is interrupted and will act as a backup supply.

  • Page 29: Terminal Connectors Safe Area Applications - Type Px, Pd, Pl

    Section 6.4.3: Field wiring connections [»27] Section 6.4.4: Power before applying any field or power supply wiring. supply [»28] The following terminal connectors are available on the F014-A when supplied with Type PX, PD or SENSOR SENSOR PULSE POWER SUPPLY POWER SUPPLY...

  • Page 30: Terminals 1-2 (6): Flowmeter Input

    TERMINALS 4-5: POWER SUPPLY - TYPE PX AND PD To power the F014-A a 8-30V DC (type PX) or 16-30V DC (type PD) power supply can be applied. Connect the "-" to terminal 4 and the "+" to terminal 5.

  • Page 31: Terminals 7-8: Pulse Output - Type Ot

    F014-A User Manual 6.5.4 TERMINALS 7-8: PULSE OUTPUT - TYPE OT With the function of this output is set to a scaled output. A SETUP 6.3: PULSE OUTPUT > IMPULSE PER [»17] passive transistor output is available with this option. Max driving capacity 300mA@50V DC.

  • Page 32: Terminal Connectors Safe Area Applications - Type Pf, Pm

    Overview of terminal connectors - Type PF or PM 6.6.1 TERMINALS GND-1-2: POWER SUPPLY To power the F014-A with a power supply option of type PF or type PM, connect a suitable power supply to the terminals as indicated in below table. Note: NC is not connected.

  • Page 33: Terminals 3-4: Pulse Output

    F014-A User Manual 6.6.2 TERMINALS 3-4: PULSE OUTPUT Type OT A passive output transistor is available with this option. Max. driving capacity is 300 mA @ 50 V DC. 50 V DC @ 300 mA Device Common ground unit Fig. 21:...

  • Page 34: Terminals 5-7: Flowmeter Input

    6.6.3 TERMINALS 5-7: FLOWMETER INPUT The F014-A requires a (0)4-20mA flowmeter signal which will be processed 4 times per second with 16 bit accuracy. The input is not isolated. The screen of the signal wire can be connected to the common ground terminal (see Section 6.4.3:...

  • Page 35: Intrinsically Safe Applications

    F014-A User Manual INTRINSICALLY SAFE APPLICATIONS IDENTIFICATION The F0-Series can be supplied as suitable for Safe Area or Hazardous Area. Suitability for Intrinsic Safety is indicated in the model Type XI. If Type XI is not indicated your unit is not suitable for Intrinsically Safe applications!

  • Page 36: Electrical Installation In Hazardous Areas

    Personnel must read and understand this Operating Manual before carrying out its instructions. ● The F014-A may only be operated by personnel who are authorized and trained by the operator of the facility. All instructions in this manual are to be observed.

  • Page 37: Electrical Data - Control Drawing

    F014-A User Manual 7.2.2 ELECTRICAL DATA - CONTROL DRAWING trol Dr ing F -A-XI Ce t r ific t a ion F0-SERIES – Type -XI T RMINAL CONNE CTORS F0 ERIE c mm on ground Ce tif r ica e number: CSA.08.2059461...
  • Page 38 User Manual F014-A trol Dr ing F -A-PL-XI Ce t r ific t a ion F0-SERIES – Type -XI T RMINAL CONNE CTORS F0 ERIE c mm on ground Ce tif r ica e number: CSA.08.2059461 Intr ins call S...

  • Page 39: Installations Based On Atex Or Iecex Certificate

    F014-A User Manual 7.2.3 INSTALLATIONS BASED ON ATEX OR IECEX CERTIFICATE Installation instructions ● For installation under ATEX directive: this Intrinsically Safe device must be installed in accordance with ATEX directive 2014/34/EU and product certificate KEMA 03ATEX1168 X. ● For installation under IECEx scheme: this Intrinsically Safe device must be installed in accordance with product certificate IECEx DEK 08.0006X.

  • Page 40: Electrical Data - Annex 1

    User Manual F014-A 7.2.4 ELECTRICAL DATA - ANNEX 1 Annex 1 ( mo el p s eci fic) to prod uct certif c i ates KEMA 03ATEX1168 X, IECEx DEK 08. 00 6X . Model F0..-A-XI Model F0..-A-PL-XI Int nal...

  • Page 41: Terminal Connectors Hazardous Area Applications

    7.3.1 POWER SUPPLY The F014-A can be powered from an external power supply. For Types PX or PD, an optional internal power supply is also available in the form of an intrinsically safe lithium primary battery (Type PC). When both external and internal power supplies are available, the internal power supply is interrupted and will serve as a backup supply.

  • Page 42: Configuration Examples Intrinsically Safe Applications

    F014-A-OT-PX-XI-ZB - Ex ia IIC/IIIC - Intrinsically Safe application Please note: Type PX may be used in combination with the battery (Type PC). PX will power the F014-A, the battery will be disabled automatically until the power is disconnected. 7.4.2 F014-A-OT-PD-XI-ZB - EX IA IIC/IIIC Fig. 29:...

  • Page 43: F014-A-Ot-Pl-Xi-Zb - Ex Ia Iic/Iiic

    F014-A-OT-PL-XI-ZB - Ex ia IIC/IIIC - Intrinsically Safe application Please note: Type PL may be used in combination with the battery (Type PC). PL will power the F014-A, the battery will be disabled automatically until the power is disconnected. FW_F014-A_M_v0501-01_EN...

  • Page 44: Maintenance

    Personnel must read and understand this Operating Manual before carrying out its instructions. ● The F014-A may only be operated by personnel who are authorized and trained by the operator of the facility. All instructions in this manual are to be observed.

  • Page 45: Battery Replacement

    F014-A User Manual BATTERY REPLACEMENT 8.3.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ● Handle the battery with the utmost care to prevent a short circuit and damage. A mistreated battery can become unsafe. Unsafe batteries can cause serious injury. Do not recharge, crush, disassemble, incinerate, heat above its rated temperature or expose the contents to water.

  • Page 46: Battery Replacement Procedure

    User Manual F014-A 8.3.2 BATTERY REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE Before starting the battery replacement procedure, make sure that the marking on the new battery corresponds with the type of installation, as shown in Section 8.3.1: Safety instructions [»45] When used in Intrinsically Safe applications - Type PC: The hook-and-loop fastener that holds the battery is antistatic and thus fit for Hazardous Area use.

  • Page 47: Appendix A - Technical Specification

    F014-A User Manual APPENDIX A - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION GENERAL DISPLAY Type High intensity reflective numeric and alphanumeric LCD, UV-resistant Digits 7 with height 17mm (0.67”) and 11 with height 8mm (0.31”). Various symbols and measuring units. Dimensions 90 x 40 mm (3.5” x 1.6”)
  • Page 48 User Manual F014-A POWER REQUIREMENTS Type PB SAFE AREA ONLY - Standard lithium primary battery. Life up to 5 years. Type PC INTRINSICALLY SAFE - Certified lithium primary battery. Life up to 5 years. Type PD 16-30 V DC. Max power consumption 1 W.

  • Page 49: Input

    F014-A User Manual HAZARDOUS AREA (TYPE XI OR XF) Intrinsically safe ATEX appr. KEMA 05ATEX1168 X IECEx appr. IECEx KEM 08.0006X Type XI II 1 G Ex ia IIC T4 Ga Ex ia IIC T4 Ga II 1 D Ex ia IIIC T 100ºC Da...

  • Page 50: Appendix B - Troubleshooting

    APPENDIX B - TROUBLESHOOTING Table 1 lists and describes how to troubleshoot problems that can occur when installing or operating the F014-A. Table 2 lists internal alarm codes and conditions signaled by a blinking ALARM flag on the display ). Press the SELECT key several times to display the 4-digit error code shown in Table 2.

  • Page 51: Appendix C - Legal Information

    DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY EU De cla tio n of Conformi Fluidwell F0‒Series indicators he , February 2022 We, Fluidwell BV, declare under our s e ol respons ibility that the F0 ‒Series indicators are de igne d and will operate conform the following applicable European...
  • Page 52 User Manual F014-A LIST OF CONFIGURATION SETTINGS SETTING DEFAULT DATE: DATE: TOTAL UNIT DECIMALS SPAN 1600 DECIMALS SPAN FLOW RATE UNIT TIME UNIT DECIMALS SPAN 1600 DECIMALS SPAN DISPLAY FUNCTION total BACKLIGHT BACKLIGHT BRIGHTNESS POWER MANAGEMENT LCD UPDATE 1 sec...
  • Page 53 F014-A User Manual NOTES FW_F014-A_M_v0501-01_EN Page 53...
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  • Page 55 F014-A User Manual FW_F014-A_M_v0501-01_EN Page 55...
  • Page 56 Fluidwell bv P.O. Box 6 Voltaweg 23 Website: www.fluidwell.com 5460 AA Veghel 5466 AZ Veghel Find your nearest representative: www.fluidwell.com/representatives the Netherlands the Netherlands © Copyright 2022 - FW_F014-A_M_v0501-01_EN...

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