Dwyer Instruments MFS Series Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Dwyer Instruments MFS Series Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Magnetic inductive flow sensor

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Series MFS
Magnetic Inductive Flow Sensor

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Summary of Contents for Dwyer Instruments MFS Series

  • Page 1 Series MFS Magnetic Inductive Flow Sensor...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Series MFS Table of contents page About this operating manual..................3 Device description ..................... 4 1.1 Delivery, unpacking and accessories ..............4 1.2 Intended use ......................5 1.3 Exclusion of liability ....................5 Safety instructions ..................... 6 Construction and function..................7 Installation of MFS ....................
  • Page 3: About This Operating Manual

    • Thoroughly read and understand the information in the section "Safety instructions". If you have any problems or questions, please contact your supplier or contact us directly Dwyer INSTRUMENTS, INC. P.O. Box 373 • Michigan City INIDANA 46361, U.S.A. Phone: (219) 879 - 8000...
  • Page 4: Device Description

    Series MFS Device description The sensor of the MFS series from Dwyer, is a non-contact flow sensor. The measurement is performed using magnetic induction and works without any moving parts. The MFS is used for measuring or metering water and aqueous solutions. The compact de- sign and independence from the intake and discharge sections allows the MFS to be used under a variety of conditions.
  • Page 5: Intended Use

    Series MFS Device description IMPORTANT!  Use the type plate to check if the delivered unit corresponds to your order.  In particular, for devices with electrical components, check to see if the correct power supply voltage is specified. Accessories: ...
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Series MFS Safety instructions Before you install the MFS, read through this operating manual carefully. If the instructions contained within it are not followed, in particular the safety guidelines, this could result in danger for people, the environment, and the device and the system it is connected to. The MFS correspond to the state-of-the-art technology.
  • Page 7: Construction And Function

    Series MFS Construction and function Construction and function Components:  Housing: The housing consists of aluminum die cast- ing and has the IP65 degree of protection.  Electrical connection: The electrical connection is made via 4(5)- pin plug M12x1.  Operation / flow indicator LED.
  • Page 8: Installation Of Mfs

    Installation of MFS Series MFS Installation of MFS Before installing, check that  the wetted materials of the device are suitable for the liquid being used ( § 9.2 "Materials table").  the equipment is switched off and is in a safe and de-energized state. ...
  • Page 9: Mounting

    Series MFS Installation of MFS • Installation can occur in horizontal and vertical pipes. The flow sensor is only suitable for application in completely filled pipe systems. • As a matter of principle magnetic inductive flow sensors are widely independent from the flow profile.
  • Page 10: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Series MFS Electrical connection The electrical connection of the MFS is via the 5-pin plug M12x1 at the top of the housing. The wiring of the MFS depends on the ordered version. A distinction is made between fre- quency and analog output, as well as basic and optional wiring.
  • Page 11: Wirings

    Series MFS Electrical connection 5.1 Wirings Pinout: The pinout differs according to the chosen configuration of the device. Possible pinout: Pin 1: +U Pin 2: n. c. (not connected) / Analog U/I Pin 3: GND Pin 4: Frequency Pin 5: n. c. (not connected) / d. n. c. (do not connect) M12x1 ...
  • Page 12: Commissioning And Measuring Mode

    Commissioning and measuring mode Series MFS Commissioning and measuring mode Before switching on the MFS for the first time, please follow the instructions in the following section. 6.1 Commissioning Check that  the MFS has been installed correctly and that all screw connections are sealed. ...
  • Page 13 Series MFS Commissioning and measuring mode MFS with analog output: According to the configuration of the MFS, the analog output provides a voltage or current signal. This signal is proportional to the measured flow. Technical changes reserved - 13 -...
  • Page 14: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Maintenance and cleaning Series MFS Maintenance and cleaning Maintenance: The MFS is maintenance-free and cannot be repaired by the user. In case of a defect, the device must be replaced or sent back the manufacturer for repair. CAUTION! Material damage! When opening the device, critical parts or components can be damage.
  • Page 15: Disassembly And Disposal

    Series MFS Disassembly and disposal Disassembly and disposal CAUTION! Risk of injury! Never remove the device from a plant in operation.  Make sure that the plant is shut down professionally. Before disassembly: Prior to disassembly, ensure that  the equipment is switched off and is in a safe and de-energized state. ...
  • Page 16: Technical Data

    Technical data Series MFS Technical data The technical data of customized versions may differ from the data in these instructions. Please observe the information specified on the type plate. 9.1 Characteristics MFS Type MFS-1X MFS-2X MFS-3X Measurement device characteristics Measuring range 0.13…8 GPM 0.26…16 GPM 1.3…66 GPM...
  • Page 17: Materials Table

    Series MFS Technical data Type MFS-1X MFS-2X MFS-3X Process variables Medium to measure: Water and others conductive liquids - Conductivity > 50 μS/cm - Temperature 41…194 °F Ambient temperature 41…T °F ( § 9.4)* Inner diameter 0.39 in narrows to 0.39 in 0.79 in 0.16 in...
  • Page 18: Temperature Limits

    Technical data Series MFS 9.4 Temperature limits The maximum ambient temperature depends on the medium temperature and the version of the MFS. - 18 - Dwyer_MFS_us • 03/2016...
  • Page 19: Dimensions

    Series MFS Technical data 9.5 Dimensions MFS-1X and MFS-2X: ½'' NPT only for MFS-2X. The cross section of the MFS-2X does not taper to 0.16 in. MFS-3X: Technical changes reserved - 19 -...
  • Page 20 Series MFS - 20 - Dwyer_MFS_us • 03/2016...

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