CAUTION: THE METER END COVER IS PRESSURIZED.
Bleed off the line pressure before removing the oil fill or drain plug from the meter.
Top Inlet
Side Inlet
Oil Fill Plugs
Oil Fill Plugs
Oil Sight Gauges
Oil Sight Gauges
8C-16M Oil Fill Plug and Oil Level Sight Gauge Locations
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHECKLIST
Trouble
Item
Possible Cause
1
Obstruction in piping
meter
No Flow
Registered
2
Index or RPM wheel
does not return.
3
Build-up of deposits in
measuring chamber.
4
Worn bearings or
gears.
High
5
High oil level or
Differential
heavy oil
6
Impellers rubbing
cylinder or headplates,
or meter out of time
7
Piping misalignment
or strain.
Vibration/
8
Impellers rubbing
Noise
9
Contaminants in
measuring chamber
Dresser Measurement
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Houston, TX 77041
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Gear End
Oil Fill Plugs
Counter
End
Oil Sight Gauges
Oil Sight Gauges will be parallel and on
the bottom for top inlet and side inlet
23M-56M Oil Fill Plug and Oil Level Sight Gauge Locations
Remedy
Check pipe and valve to assure an open
flow path. Check for impeller rotation.
Refer to Step #5 "Placing meter in line."
No gas flow. Open valve or remove
obstruction per item 1.
Flush meter.
Replace or Return to our Product Service
Department.
Check oil level and cleanliness.
Rotate impellers manually to check for
binding or rubbing. Remove obstructions
and/or time the meter. Check the meter
level.
Remove piping strain. Level meter.
See items #4 & #6.
See item #3.
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Series B3 Installation Supplement NGS.MI.0018a
07.21
Dresser B3 Meters: Installation Supplement and IOM
Dresser Series B3 Rotary Meter
Models 8C175-56M175
Refer to IOM-B3 for Complete Instructions
Receiving, Handling And Storage
Although of very rugged construction, reasonable care should be given
during handling and storage.
At time of delivery
1. Check the packing list to account for all items received.
2. Inspect each item for damage.
3. Record any visible damage or shortages on the delivery record.
• File a claim with the carrier.
• Notify your Roots Meter supplier immediately.
IMPORTANT NOTES
• Do not attempt repairs or adjustments, as doing so may be a basis for voiding all claims
for warranty.
• Do not add oil to the two meter end cover oil reservoirs until after the meter has been
permanently installed and is ready for service. The Series 3 Accessory Units do not
require lubrication.
Introduction – Use And Limitations
Meters of standard construction are not directly suitable for handling acetylene, biogas or
sewage gas. Specially constructed meters made of materials directly compatible with these
and other gases are available. Please contact your Roots Meter supplier for details and to
request publication TS:SSM.
Meter Installation – Piping Configurations
Line mounted Dresser meters may be installed in either a Top Inlet (vertical) or a Side Inlet
(horizontal) configuration. The preferred or recommended installation is top inlet in a vertical
pipeline with gas flow downward.
Dresser Measurement
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Questions and answers
When timing a 5M on the compensated index 10 ft. Do you time from start to stop or start to start
To time a 5M on the compensated index for 10 ft in the Dresser B3 Series, use one of the following methods:
1. Manual Start/Stop Switch:
- Input the desired volume (10 ft³) into the Model 5 program.
- Allow flow and temperature to stabilize.
- Press the manual switch to start the test.
- When the field meter odometer reaches 10 ft³, press the switch again to stop the test.
2. Instrument Drive Pulser:
- Mount the pulser directly to the instrument drive.
- It will automatically start and stop the test at the desired volume with improved accuracy.
Timing is from the moment you start the test to when the odometer reaches 10 ft³.
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