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- Page 1 ROPELLER FlowCom Digital Register for McPropeller Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual 30126-98 Rev. 1.0 12SEP2024...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Safety Symbols . -
Page 3: Safety
Safety Warnings When installing, operating, and maintaining McCrometer equipment where hazards may be present, you must protect yourself by wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and be trained to enter confined spaces. Examples of confined spaces are manholes, pumping stations, pipelines, pits, septic tanks, sewage digesters, vaults, degreasers, storage tanks, boilers, and furnaces. -
Page 4: Overview Of The Digital Register
FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller OVERVIEW OF THE DIGITAL REGISTER 1 .0 OVERVIEW OF THE DIGITAL REGISTER Read this entire manual prior to installation and/or changing any settings. Retain this manual in your records, DO NOT DISCARD. The digital register is the reporting, input and output control device for the sensor. It allows the measurements, functional programming, control of the sensor and data recording to be communicated through the display and inputs &... -
Page 5: Remote Mount Flowcom Installation
FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller REMOTE MOUNT FLOWCOM INSTALLATION 3 .2 Mounting the Digital register Note: This applies to the remote mount digital register only. If possible, mount the digital register in an electronics shed or environmental enclosure. The sun shield should be oriented in a direction to reduce sun damage and ensure readability. -
Page 6: Pulling Sensor Cable Through Electrical Conduit
FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller REMOTE MOUNT FLOWCOM INSTALLATION 3 .4 Pulling Sensor Cable Through Electrical Conduit It is very important to protect the end of the sensor cable NOTE when pulling it through a conduit. Water can accumulate Cable cover is not provided. in low portions of conduit. -
Page 7: Retrofitting An Existing Meter
FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller RETROFITTING AN EXISTING METER 4 .0 RETROFITTING AN EXISTING METER After unpacking the register assembly, verify that the meter serial number engraved on the enclosure lid is correct. Then confirm the information on a white label located on the side of the base plate. Mechanical register to new FlowCom unit STEP 1: Remove the flowmeter STEP 2: Remove the mechanical register and base plate... -
Page 8: Mechanical-To-Flowcom Conversion Kit Installation - Meter Mount
FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller RETROFITTING AN EXISTING METER 4 .1 Mechanical-to-FlowCom Conversion Kit Installation - Meter Mount Check the parts received against the parts list. Contact the factory to report any discrepancies. STEP 1: Remove the flowmeter Remove pressure from the pipeline. b. - Page 9 “key”. This key will loosen when the propeller is removed. Retain this key with the propeller. Remove the bearing assembly using a 1-3/8” bearing socket (McCrometer part number T-23). All meter types: Remove the two O-rings from the threaded end of the ell.
- Page 10 FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller RETROFITTING AN EXISTING METER Install new O-rings onto the two grooves just behind the threads at the end of the ell. NOTE: it is recommended to use a silicone grease on the new O-rings to assist with sealing. sensor cable d.
- Page 11 FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller RETROFITTING AN EXISTING METER Place the O-ring on the meterhead base. g. Feed the sensor cable through the bottom of the FlowCom unit. h. Place the FlowCom unit on the meterhead base and secure it to the base with four screws. Connect the cable from the FlowCom to the terminal Set the battery tray in place and secure with two block matching the the red, black, green, and white...
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Page 12: Old Model Flowcom To New Model - Meter Mount
FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller RETROFITTING AN EXISTING METER 4 .2 Old model FlowCom to new model - meter mount Check the parts received against the parts list. Contact the factory to report any discrepancies. STEP 1: Remove the flowmeter CAUTION! Never remove a meter or top plate Remove pressure from the pipeline. - Page 13 FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller RETROFITTING AN EXISTING METER STEP 4: Disassemble the flow meter Unscrew the bearing assembly (with propeller attached) from the ell using a 1-3/8” wrench. b. Remove the nut holding the propeller onto the bearing shaft using a 9/16” nut driver. Pull the propeller from the bearing shaft.
- Page 14 FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller RETROFITTING AN EXISTING METER Install new O-rings onto the two grooves just behind the threads at the end of the ell. NOTE: it is recommended to use a silicone grease on the new O-rings to assist with sealing. sensor cable d.
- Page 15 FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller RETROFITTING AN EXISTING METER Place the O-ring on the meterhead base. g. Feed the sensor cable through the bottom of the FlowCom unit. h. Place the FlowCom unit on the meterhead base and secure it to the base with four screws. Connect the cable from the FlowCom to the terminal Set the battery tray in place and secure with two block matching the the red, black, green, and white...
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Page 16: Old Model Flowcom To New Model - Remote Mount
FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller RETROFITTING AN EXISTING METER 4 .3 Old model FlowCom to new model - remote mount Before removing an existing FlowCom unit and its connection, the installer must have the plan for the complete system already determined before removing any components. This includes all external perpherals, such as a SmartTrax unit, Smart Output, SCADA, and external power to the FlowCom unit. - Page 17 FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller RETROFITTING AN EXISTING METER STEP 4: Replace the internal sensor The sensor in the old FlowCom unit is not compatible with the new FlowCom unit. It will need to be replaced as follows: Remove the existing sensor from the bearing assembly. NOTE: Ensure the bearing housing and sensor are clean b.
- Page 18 FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller RETROFITTING AN EXISTING METER STEP 6: Disconnect external wiring connections SENSOR CABLE The FlowCom digital register must be completely disconnected from external connections. Remove ground wire from TYPICAL both the register and the SCADA This includes: earth ground.
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Page 19: Internal Wire Connection
FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller INTERNAL WIRE CONNECTION 5 .0 INTERNAL WIRE CONNECTION This section describes internal wire connection inside the digital register. (Figure 8) Section 7.0 describes wire connection for all peripherals outside of the digital register, including pulse output and external power options. 5 .1 Terminal Block Diagram 5 .2... -
Page 20: Optional Smart Output Hook Up
Elster Black Green wiring table shown at right. (Figure 9) Itron Green Black • Signals and associated wire colors in the McCrometer Neptune Green Black SmartOutput™ interface cable are identified together in Sensus Black Green the top row of the table at right. -
Page 21: Pin-Out Of Male And Female Connectors
FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller INTERNAL WIRE CONNECTION 5 .5 Pin-out of Male and Female Connectors FEMALE CABLE Black Brown 4-20mA & Power Gray Connector White Blue Figure 12 . Pin-out of Female Connector PULSE 1 & 2 5V ANALOG PULSE 1 BLACK FUNCTION COLOR TERMINAL*... -
Page 22: Operation
“Send Veri cation Code”. account. While you’re creating your account, you’ll get an email from Microsoft on behalf of McCrometer. Open the email and nd the veri cation code. STEP 2: Log-in to your account To nish creating your Enter “New Password”, Re-... - Page 23 FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller ACCESSING THE SMARTTRAX DATA OPERATION STEP 3: Add SMARTTRAX Unit Click on “Add Device”. Enter “SIM Id”, “IMEI” and “Device Serial Number” provided with device. If information is lost, please contact customer service. Click on “ADD DEVICE” Click on “TAKE OWNERSHIP”...
- Page 24 FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller ACCESSING THE SMARTTRAX DATA OPERATION Make changes to Con guration as needed and click on “DONE” to return to Dashboard. Unit has been added to your Account successfully. Page 22 Page 11 30125-82 Rev. 1.2 | 01NOV2023 30126-98 Rev.
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Page 25: External Wire Connection
FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller EXTERNAL WIRE CONNECTION 7 .0 EXTERNAL WIRE CONNECTION 7 .1 Cable Gland Connections The flow meter has one dedicated port and two optional ports on the back side of the electronics enclosure. (Figure 15) The dedicated port (center) is used to download data logger information or for meter service and troubleshooting. -
Page 26: 4-20Ma Current Loop
FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller EXTERNAL WIRE CONNECTION 7 .3 4-20mA Current Loop Output type: 4-20mA current loop (Figure 17) Isolated power supply 9-30 VDC Green White Black Instrument Ground Ground Figure 17 . 4-20mA current loop 7 .4 Pulse Output Cable (Optional) The cable contains wiring for both pulse output 2. -
Page 27: Battery Installation And Replacement
Battery Installation and Replacement Procedure for the FlowCom Digital Register This procedure describes how to install batteries in a new meter and how to replace batteries using the replacement battery FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT kit PGK01. 8 .0 Before you begin: BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT... -
Page 28: Removing The Batteries
FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller FlowCom Digital Register Battery Installation and Replacement BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT II. Removing the batteries Unplug tall connectors to sensor, outputs, and Loosen the captive screws opposite of the hinge and power. lift the battery cover. Hinge Hinge screws... - Page 29 FlowCom Digital Register Battery Installation and Replacement FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT III. Installing the batteries and restoring the power Cut the zip tie holding the Pass the new zip tie through the 10. Wrap the new zip tie around the dry pack to the hinge on the slots in the internal hinge.
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Page 30: Replacing The Gasket
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Page 31: Operation
General The flow meter comes pre-configured from the factory based on the installation parameters provided to McCrometer at the time of order. Other than activating the display, there is nothing required of the user for the basic operation of the flow meter. -
Page 32: Digital Register Boot
This is only a summary of the configuration tool’s functionality. The software has complete set-up and operation instructions included. The software can be downloaded from the McCrometer Web site. Software Operation Remove the cap that protects the USB port and plug in a mini USB type B cable. -
Page 33: Specifications
• Factory sealed remote and meter-mounted models. FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS 11 .0 SPECIFICATIONS Physical Speci cations Electronic Diecast aluminum, powder coated enclosure w/ tamper resistant seal, 6½” x 6½” x 43/8” tall Housing Digital register See "Dimensions" section for meter mount and remote mount digital register dimensions. Dimensions Power Battery: Standard: three 3.6V lithium-thionyl chloride (Li-SOCI2) D size batteries... -
Page 34: Options And Accessories
LPM Liters per minute B5H Barrels per hour (55G) GPH Gallons per hour B5D Barrels per day (55G) IGM Imperial gal per minute B4M Barrels per minute (42G) FC200 Miners inch (9G) B4H Barrels per hour (42G) FlowCom for McPropeller SPECIFICATIONS Miners inch (11.22G) B4D Barrels per day (42G) -
Page 35: Dimensions
FC200 FlowCom for McPropeller DIMENSIONS 12 .0 DIMENSIONS Meter mount digital register 6.44" 4.34" 6.94" 6.94" Remote mount digital register 4.8” 6.4” 8.8” 8.8” Page 33 30126-98 Rev. 1.0 | 12SEP2024... -
Page 36: Warranty Statement
Copyright © 2024 McCrometer, Inc. All printed material should not be changed or altered without permission of McCrometer. Any published pricing, technical data, and instructions are subject to change without notice. Contact your McCrometer representative for current pricing, technical data, and instructions.
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