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Dresser

 Series D Meter 

Models D800 and D1000 

Installation Supplement 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for D Series

Page 1: ... 2019 Natural Gas Solutions North America LLC All Rights Reserved Dresser Series D Meter Models D800 and D1000 Installation Supplement ...

Page 2: ... Wheel 5 4 Problems with Installation or Operation 5 5 Meter Installation 6 5 1 Preinstallation Considerations 6 5 2 Placing Meter in Line 8 6 Meter Startup 11 7 Downstream Leak Tests 12 7 1 RPM Wheel Method 12 7 2 Electronic Method Magnetic Interface 12 7 3 Electronic Method MeterWare Interface 13 8 AMR Installation 14 9 Pulse Output Connections 19 9 1 Pulse Output Allocation Settings and Testing...

Page 3: ...tion about the meter s digital index software Manuals are available by request or online at www dresserngs com 2 Receiving Handling and Storage Follow the steps and recommendations in this section to ensure your meter and its accessories are ready for installation and use 2 1 At Time of Delivery Perform the following steps when you receive your shipment Check the packing list to verify all items h...

Page 4: ...creen The magnet can be purchased as part of the Communications Kit or individually by part number as shown in Table 1 Contact the Factory for pricing Table 1 Magnet Part Numbers Part Number P N Communications Kit 060542 000 Individual Magnet 060541 000 3 1 2 LCD Screen Displays The home or default screen displays either Compensated Volume or Non Compensated Volume depending on the meter configura...

Page 5: ...er for accuracy Each revolution of the RPM Wheel indicates 0 007407 cf 0 0002098 m3 of non compensated gas flow through the meter Figure 3 RPM Wheel location under cover in meter 4 Problems with Installation or Operation If you encounter any serious problems during installation or initial operation of the meter immediately notify your Dresser meter supplier Note Do not attempt repairs or adjustmen...

Page 6: ...hout causing bodily strain Also verify proper ventilation is in place to maintain a breathable atmosphere WARNING If equipment is installed serviced maintained at elevated heights ensure proper safe site work practices are in place to prevent fall and drop hazards This section provides detailed information about proper installation of the Series D meters 5 1 Preinstallation Considerations Dresser ...

Page 7: ...ccumulation of condensate and foreign materials in the metering chamber do not install the meter lower than the discharge pipe run Use a screen or strainer upstream of the meter to remove liquids and foreign matter pipe sealant tape weld slag etc from the gas stream A 60 mesh screen is recommended Do not install a lubricated gas valve directly before a meter excess valve lubricant or other foreign...

Page 8: ...roduct and equipment without causing bodily strain Also verify proper ventilation is in place to maintain a breathable atmosphere 5 1 5 Installation Recommendations Follow your company guidelines and industry accepted practices In addition Verify protective devices are in place to prevent personal injury and damage to vehicles and equipment in areas of reduced visibility such as next to parking lo...

Page 9: ...seal properly against the meter ferrules spuds Figure 5 Proper installation of washer into swivel Connect the swivel nut on the gas supply side of the line to the meter ferrule spud as shown in Figure 6 Ensure gas flow is in the same direction as configured on the meter index For the volume accumulation method refer to the Meter Operation section in the Dresser Series D Meter Installation Operatio...

Page 10: ... leaks There is no torque value for swivels Proper compression depends upon the thickness of the swivel seal gasket Figure 9 Use a pipe wrench to tighten swivel nuts WARNING Due to the nature of this fastener no torque value is stated however under or over tightening the fastener might result in gas leakage because of improper sealing or damage to the meter pressure vessel Perform a leak test as s...

Page 11: ...t go to Step 5 If the RPM Wheel is not turning verify gas is being delivered to the meter If gas is flowing to the meter inlet and the RPM Wheel is not moving go to Step 6 Let the meter operate at low speed for several minutes Listen closely for unusual scraping or knocking sounds If unusual sounds are present go to Step 6 If the meter is operating normally go to Step 7 If unusual sounds are prese...

Page 12: ...eam leak test use one of the following methods RPM Wheel Method Electronic Method using the magnetic interface Electronic Method using the Dresser MeterWare software interface 7 1 RPM Wheel Method The RPM Wheel is tied directly to the meter impellers and is extremely sensitive to flow To detect a leak look at the RPM Wheel on the meter and ensure it is not rotating If it is rotating gas is flowing...

Page 13: ...Fail LKT FAIL LCD screen If you want to repeat the leak test first clear the screen by displaying the leak test result and holding the magnet on the black dot next to the display screen The screen returns to the Leak Test run screen LKTST RUN shown in Figure 11 7 3 Electronic Method MeterWare Interface The Leak Test feature is also accessible in the Dresser MeterWare software through the Advanced ...

Page 14: ...wing steps to install an AMR automatic meter reading device if applicable If an AMR is not factory installed the AMR mounting bracket will be attached as shown in Figure 17 Remove the brackets before installation Figure 17 AMR mounting brackets as shipped from the Factory If you have a pulse output cable visible under the AMR bracket Figure 18 perform the steps in Section 8 1 1 If you have a pulse...

Page 15: ... and pull the cable until at least 7 5 8 inches of cable extend from the cable gland as shown in Figure 19 Retighten the cable gland Torque to 25 27 inch pounds Figure 19 Loosen cable gland and extend the cable out of the gland Flip one bracket over as shown in Figure 20 and feed the cable through the holes located at the bend of the mounting brackets Refasten the brackets to the meter as shown in...

Page 16: ...he brackets the pulse output cable connector is visible as shown in Figure 22 Figure 22 Pulse output cable connection on backside of meter Plug the pulse output cable into the cable connection as shown in Figure 23 Figure 23 Pulse output cable plugged into connection Fasten the mounting bracket to the meter as shown in Figure 24 Figure 24 Properly positioned mounting bracket ...

Page 17: ...ith the ERT are IDC insulation displacing connection type connectors Use appropriate crimping pliers as shown in Figure 25 to properly clamp the splice Figure 25 Use proper crimping pliers on gel cap splice After the ERT is properly wired install the supplied cable tie approximately 1 8 inch from the end of the shrink tubing as shown in Figure 26 Figure 26 Pulse Output 2 wired to the ERT Slide the...

Page 18: ... 1 8 32 x 1 2 inch screw two 2 each 8 32 x 3 4 inch screws and three 3 8 32 Kep nuts or equivalent Insert 1 2 inch screw into the top hole in the mounting plate and thread one of the nuts loosely on the end as shown in Figure 30 Figure 30 1 2 inch screw inserted in the top hole of the mounting plate Tilt the bottom of the Endpoint away from the mounting plate and slide the notched mounting slot un...

Page 19: ...his section provides information about connecting the pulse outputs with the meter and configuring them with the Dresser MeterWare software Each Dresser Series D meter comes standard with two 2 flow frequency pulse outputs Pulse Outputs 1 and 2 that represent volumetric information for remote data collection Pulse Outputs 1 and 2 can be configured for faults and alarm signals Pulse Output 3 is res...

Page 20: ... your company policy before making any configuration changes Figure 35 Pulse Output Allocation fields on the Volume Configuration screen To send test pulses to verify the pulse outputs are connected correctly use the MeterWare software Test Pulse Outputs function on the Advanced screen refer to Figure 36 The Test Pulse Outputs feature allows you to specify the number of pulses to test pulse output...

Page 21: ...ss 1 Division 1 hazardous area for groups A B C and D Do not exceed the following input values for the barrier device Vi 8 2V li 10 ma The OUTPUT and power handling capability of a barrier should not exceed Vout 30V lout 50 ma For hazardous areas use a recommended barrier such as Turck Brand IM1 12EX T Single Channel or IM1 22 EX R Dual Channel Barrier or an equivalent For wiring products in hazar...

Page 22: ...the zone of intended use and the permitted maximum ambient temperature Installed put into service and maintained by properly licensed and trained professionals who have undergone suitable training for instrumentation used in areas with potentially explosive atmospheres A wiring output guide is conveniently located on the cover plate located on the back of the meter as shown in Figure 37 This infor...

Page 23: ...pplement 2019 Natural Gas Solutions North America LLC Page 23 of 24 Meter serial number ______________________________ Digital index serial number ______________________________ Meter badge number ______________________________ Notes ...

Page 24: ...a LLC All rights reserved Natural Gas Solutions reserves the right to make changes in specifications and features shown herein or discontinue the product described at any time without notice or obligation Contact your Dresser Natural Gas Solutions representative for the most current information The Dresser Logo and all Trademarks containing the term Dresser are the property of Dresser LLC a subsid...

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