VA Master FAM540
METAL CONE VARIABLE AREA FLOWMETER | OI/FAM540-EN REV. E
41
Installation of the flowmeter
The device can be installed at any location in a pipeline under
consideration of the installation conditions.
1. Remove protective plates, if present, from above and below
the meter tube. Ensure that internal parts such as floats or
the conical meter pipe do not fall out and become damaged.
2.
Remove the wooden stick serving as a transport securing
device from the meter tube.
3.
Position the meter tube coplanar and centered between the
piping.
4.
Install gaskets between the sealing surfaces.
Note
For achieve the best results, ensure the gaskets fit concentrically
with the meter tube
5.
Use the appropriate screws for the holes.
6.
Slightly grease the threaded nuts.
7.
Tighten the nuts in a crosswise manner as shown in the
figure.
Note
Torques for screws depend on temperature, pressure, screw and
gasket materials. The relevant applicable regulations must be
taken into consideration.
Figure 18: Tightening sequence for the flange screws
Material loads for process connections
NOTICE
Potential damage to the device!
Exceeding the permissible measuring medium temperature
can damage the gaskets and the device.
Do not exceed the maximum permissible measuring medium
temperature specified on the factory and name plate as well
as in the following tables.
Model FAM541 - Standard design
Figure 19: DIN flange made from stainless steel
