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INSTRUCTION MANUAL with Parts List FLOW PRODUCTS 10A4500/10A4600 DESIGN LEVEL B V/A MASTER™ FLOWMETERS PN 24987 ABB Instrumentation...
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& logos as well as other minor corrections, without necessarily changing the publication number. ABB Automation Inc., its affiliates, employees, and agents, and the authors of and contributors to this publication specifically disclaim all liabilities and warranties, express and implied (including warranties...
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1. Field wiring between sensor switches and control amplifiers should be twisted pair wire, #25 AWG or larger. Maximum cable length shall be per Table 3-1. The sensor switches are provided with five feet (1.5 m) of cable. All additional field wiring is supplied by user. Copyright 2001 ABB Inc. [December 2001] PN25003...
Read these instructions before starting installation; save these instructions for future reference. Contacting ABB Automation Inc. Should assistance be required with any ABB Instrumentation product, contact the following: Telephone: ABB Instrumentation Technical Support Center 1 (800) 697-9619 E-Mail:...
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES MUST BE OBSERVED TO MINIMIZE THE POSSIBILITY OF OPERATOR INJURY. General 1) Glass meter tubes have been designed to operate up to maximum design working pressures and temperatures specified in Table I-I. This is not a certification that the glass tubes will not break at less than specified pressure.
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Derating occurs at temperatures of 100 F (38 C) to 250 F (120 Consult ABB Automation for specific pressure vs temperature factors. ** Values shown are at 100 Limitations When Using PVC Process Connections NOTE Flowmeters with PVC process connections are not recommended for gas service.
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER All flowmeters with PVC process connections are of the 10A4600 design which uses neoprene ® packing with a TEFLON liner on the wetted side. The flowmeter with PVC process connections must be supported to eliminate any strain on the connections.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER 1.0 INTRODUCTION The ABB Automation Series V/A MASTER™ flowmeters operate on the variable area principle to measure and visibly indicate the instantaneous fluid flow rate of liquids and gases. These weather- resistant meters have stainless steel bodies that retain the inlet and outlet end fittings. The end fittings hold the meter tube, and are designed to permit removal of the tube for cleaning or range changes without disassembling the meter or removing the process piping.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER 1.1 Model Number Breakdown Refer to the ABB Automation tag on the meter for the model number of the meter. The details of a specific number are as follows:...
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER 2.0 INSTALLATION 2.1 Float Installation The meter float is usually packaged separately and must be installed before the meter is placed in operation. Often a float is protected during shipment by a strip of rubber tape that is wrapped around the metering edge of the float.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER FIGURE 2-1. ROTATING THE END FITTING ON HORIZONTAL CONNECTIONS 2.3 Surge Chambers and Accumulators A variable area flowmeter is less likely to be damaged, and can be most accurately read when the flow of fluid is smooth. However, it is occasionally necessary to install a meter in a line where reciprocating pumps or compressors are used.
A control valve may be used in either the inlet or discharge piping. However, ABB Automation recommends the control valve be placed on the discharge side, especially when operated at close to the minimum psia rating.
2.4.5.1 General The flowmeter may be mounted on either the front or rear of the panel. When the flowmeter is specified as rear panel mounted at time of purchase, the necessary hardware will be supplied by ABB Automation. When the flowmeter is to be front panel mounted, nuts, bolts, and lockwashers for this use may be obtained from ABB Automation by ordering P/N 614B831U01 or purchased locally.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER 3.0 PLACING IN OPERATION 3.1 General Prior to placing the meter into operation, the meter float must be installed as discussed in the Maintenance Section 4.4. Meter readings must be taken from the scale at the graduation that coincides with the reading edge of the float.
• having more than several pipe diameters between the flowmeter and the nearest valve or other throttling device Refer service problems of this nature to the local ABB Automation service engineer. 3.4 Alarms The alarm system consists of three integral components: •...
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER To set the sensor switches: 1)Place the sensor(s) into the keyway at the top of the mounting bracket, with the flatwasher between the knurled nut and the mounting bracket. The minimum sensor must be inserted first when minimum and maximum sensors are used.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER 3.4.1 Alarm Specifications Non-Hazardous locations: Wiring shall comply with the National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70) and local code requirements. Hazardous locations: WARNING Prior to installation the user shall determine that the glass tube V/A meter is suitable for use in the specific hazardous location.
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FIGURE 3-3. SINGLE (LOW) ALARM SINGLE POLE DOUBLE THROW RELAY OUTPUT...
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FIGURE 3-4. DUAL (HIGH/LOW) ALARM SINGLE POLE DOUBLE THROW RELAY OUTPUT...
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FIGURE 3-5. SINGLE (LOW) ALARM DOUBLE POLE DOUBLE THROW RELAY OUTPUT...
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER 4.0 MAINTENANCE 4.1 General WARNING Failure to comply with the following precautions may result in operator injury. Glass tubes are not recommended for either hot or strong alkalies, fluorine, hydrofluoric acid, steam or water over 200 F (93 Meter tubes should be periodically inspected for signs of wear.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER 4.3 10A4500 Flowmeter Tube and Float Removal and Installation 4.3.1 10A4500 Flowmeter Tube and Float Removal (refer to Figure 5-1) To remove the meter tube and float from a 10A4500 Flowmeter, proceed as follows: WARNING Remove pressure from the meter before attempting to remove the meter tube or operator protection shield.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER 4.4 10A4600 Flowmeter Tube and Float Removal and Installation 4.4.1 10A4600 Flowmeter Tube and Float Removal (refer to Figure 5-2) To remove the meter tube and float from a 10A4600 Flowmeter, proceed as follows: WARNING Remove pressure from the meter before attempting to remove the meter tube or operator protection shield.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER NOTE Be careful to center the meter tube over the center post and to maintain a minimum angle to prevent tube breakage. 5) Move the bottom of the tube in until it is centered over the inlet end fitting, then allow the tube to move downward over the center post on the inlet fitting.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER 5.0 PARTS LIST When ordering parts for the 10A4500/4600 Flowmeter, reference the serial number and model number of the meter. TABLE 5-1. 10A4500 METER PARTS PART DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Body, Meter: 1/2" Meter Tube Size 609B308U01 3/4", 1"...
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3/4", 1" Meter Tube Size 304D080U01 1-1/2", 2" Meter Tube Size 304D082U01 *Float, Meter - Order By ABB Automation Serial Number and Model Number. *Tube, Meter - Order By ABB Automation Serial Number and Model Number. Float Stop, Outlet: 1/2" Meter Tube Size 304D069U01 3/4", 1"...
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER TABLE 5-2. 10A4600 METER PARTS PART DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Body, Meter: 1/2" Meter Tube Size 609B308U01 3/4", 1" Meter Tube Size 609B308U02 1-1/2", 2" Meter Tube Size 609B308U03 *Shield, Operator Protection: 1/2" Meter Tube Size 351C194U01 3/4", 1"...
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL 10A4500/4600 V/A MASTER FLOWMETER TABLE 5-2. 10A4600 METER PARTS (continued) PART DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Pipe Nipple, Vertical: Brass/Bronze, 1/2" Meter Tube Size 362N066B16 316 SST, 1/2" Meter Tube Size 362N066T60 Brass/Bronze, 3/4", 1" Meter Tube Size 362N137B16 316 SST, 3/4", 1" Meter Tube Size 362N137T60 Brass/Bronze, 1-1/2", 2"...
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3/4", 1" Meter Tube Size 304D080U01 1-1/2", 2" Meter Tube Size 304D082U01 *Float, Meter - Order By ABB Automation Serial Number and Model Number. *Tube, Meter - Order By ABB Automation Serial Number and Model Number. Float Stop, Outlet: 1/2" Meter Tube Size 304D069U01 3/4", 1"...
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