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Module shown installed on G2 1” stainless steel flowmeter
4-20mA MODULE
FOR USE WITH MOST* FLOMEC TURBINE METERS
WITH Q9 DISPLAY
*FLOMEC QSE meters have their own 4-20mA module
09/2021
920907-01 Rev. C
Product Owner’s Manual
EN
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Page 1: ...n installed on G2 1 stainless steel flowmeter 4 20mA MODULE FOR USE WITH MOST FLOMEC TURBINE METERS WITH Q9 DISPLAY FLOMEC QSE meters have their own 4 20mA module 09 2021 920907 01 Rev C Product Owner s Manual EN NN ...
Page 2: ...o back cover for information regarding this product s warranty and other important information DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE Please contact Great Plains Industries Inc before returning any product If you are missing parts or experience problems with your installation contact our Customer Support Department We will be happy to assist you Call 888 996 3837 or 316 686 7361 Email meters gpla...
Page 3: ...ONTENTS Getting Started 4 Electrical Mechanical Specifications 5 Approval Ratings 7 Installation 8 Installing Module 8 Wiring 9 Operation Calibration 11 Troubleshooting 12 Parts List 15 Parts Service 15 Warranty 16 ...
Page 4: ...C meters that are equipped with the Q9 display option The 4 20mA module can be field calibrated through the configuration menu options on the Q9 display FLOMEC QSE meters have their own 4 20mA module UNPACKING INSPECTION Inspect After unpacking the unit inspect carefully for any damage that may have occurred during transit Check for loose missing or damaged parts Shipping damage claims must be fil...
Page 5: ...e for higher process fluid temperature Limits If wider process fluid temperature ranges are desired reference information on FLOMEC Remote Kits Storage temperature 40 to 180 F 40 to 82 C Power Type Loop powered Voltage minimum 8 VDC Voltage maximum 32 VDC Isolated No Primary Output 4 20mA Type Loop Minimum 4 mA Maximum 25 mA Scaled Pulse Output Type Open Collector NPN Current Sinking External Pull...
Page 6: ...6 SPECIFICATIONS continued AMBIENT AND FLUID TEMPERATURE LIMITS NOTE The upper limit of the Useable Combination area can be increased by 10 F 6 C when lithium batteries are installed in the Q9 Display ...
Page 7: ...2 mm Module shown installed on G2 1 stainless steel flowmeter Figure 1 Note This 4 20mA module is designed for use with most FLOMEC meters that are equipped with the Q9 display option The 4 20mA module can be field calibrated through the configuration menu options on the Q9 display FLOMEC QSE meters have their own 4 20mA module APPROVAL RATINGS ...
Page 8: ...A and scaled pulse output to function 2 Disconnect 2 pin coil connector from display Make sure coil remains firmly attached to meter body DO NOT pull on wires or attempt to remove from meter body 3 Connect the 4 20mA Module to the 10 pin connector located on the backside of the computer electronics see Figure 2 4 Reconnect the coil connector to the 2 pin terminal block on the other end of the comp...
Page 9: ...output on the White wire with the cable shield as the ground return This is set to raw pulse output as the default setting on the Q9 display If your application requires a scaling of the pulse output refer to the installation instructions to enable the scaled pulse feature and refer to the Q9 owner s manual for instructions on the configuration of the scaled pulse feature NOTE If using the scaled ...
Page 10: ...board see Figures 4a 4b When the Jumper is on the top two pins the external resistor required option is selected Figure 4a This external resistor can be installed as shown on Figure 3 but could also be built into the existing customer equipment When the Jumper is located on the bottom two pins the internal resistor option is selected Figure 4b Figure 4a Figure 4b ...
Page 11: ...Section for further instructions NOTE The Q9 Display controls the 4 20 mA settings It is recommended to verify and set if necessary the most optimal Calibration Method of the Q9 Display see Q9 Owner s Manual referenced above before adjusting 4 20mA settings You can download the Q9 Owner s Manual Non Agency here or visit flomecmeters com to download owner s manuals and other technical documents ...
Page 12: ...eck Q9 owner s manual for instructions on how toset ZERO and SPAN for meter 2 Reconfigure 4 20mA Module output signal ZERO and SPAN to match Customer s recording device ZERO and SPAN or vice versa 3 Verify Q9 display value is giving correct flowrate C Scaled Pulse output not working or not shown in Q9 configuration options menu 1 Batteries being installed will disable the Scaled Pulse output featu...
Page 13: ... in Q9 owner s manual 2 If 1 above is not the Issue See Operation Calibration Section of this manual F Q9 display value not giving correct volume totals 1 Q9 display showing velocity flowrate or accumulative total instead of batch total 2 Q9 display calibration is not optimized for best results 1 Press bottom button of Q9 display until correct volume is displayed see Operation Section in Q9 owner ...
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Page 15: ...ed with the following information The model number of your meter The serial number or manufacturing date code of your meter Part descriptions and numbers For warranty work always be prepared with your original sales slip or other evidence of purchase date IMPORTANT Please contact GPI before returning any parts It may be possible to diagnose the trouble and identify needed parts in a telephone call...
Page 16: ...her than in accordance with the manufacturer s operating instructions To make a claim against this warranty or for technical assistance or repair contact your FLOMEC distributor or contact FLOMEC at one of the locations below In North or South America contact Great Plains Industries Inc 5252 East 36th St North Wichita KS 67220 3205 USA 888 996 3837 www flomecmeters com North America Outside North ...
