1.3.2
Pipeline cleaning maintenance
WARNING
BURST HAZARD
Before pipeline cleaning and maintenance (“pigging operations”), remove straightening
vanes or flow conditioners.
Failure to comply can cause excessive pressure in the meter system, resulting in death,
serious injury or equipment damage.
Straightening vanes or flow conditioners must be removed during pipeline cleaning
maintenance operations (“pigging operation”). If the meter run is pigged with a flow
conditioner in line, pressure may build up and cause the pipes and flanges to burst and
severely injure personnel.
Important
The excessive pressure may damage the meter or the transducer ports may collect debris
which may impede data acquisition and flow measurement.
Plugging hazard
Pipeline cleaning and maintenance (“pigging operations”) through the ultrasonic meter is
not recommended. The transducer ports may become plugged with debris and adversely
affect the transducer’s signal strength.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Manual
Routine Maintenance
00809-0100-3812
April 2022
Rosemount 3812 Liquid Ultrasonic Flow Meter
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