Panametrics C-RL, Instruction Manual

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Model C-RL Installation Guide 39
4.5.9 Applying DMP-3 Compound
1. Use a dry towel or rag to dry the pipe.
IMPORTANT: The dampening material will only adhere to the pipe correctly if the pipe is completely dry.
2. While wearing protective gloves, place a piece of the DMP-3 material on top of the pipe and use the palm of your
hand to press it onto the pipe.
Note:
As the dampening material dries out over several hours after installation, its effectiveness increases.
3. Spread the DMP-3 material so that it covers the entire area around the mounting blocks to a thickness of about
0.25 in. (6 mm).
Note: If the measurement point is near a flange or weld, apply DMP-3 between that structure and the fixture as
well.
4.6 What’s Next?
Having completed installation of the PI Clamping Fixture and the transducers, you should now do all of the following:
• Refer to the installation section of your flowmeter
Startup Guide to make the transducer electrical connections.
The cables shall be secured at the junction boxes to prevent twisting and pulling.
• Make a note of the installation date and set a schedule for periodic inspection and tightening of the clamping
fixture nuts to ensure that the clamping fixture does not become loose and fall, possibly causing injury.
• After the flowmeter is placed into operation, measure and record the signal strength of each transducer using
the flowmeter’s diagnostics menu. This value will be helpful when making periodic checks or for
WARNING!
Be sure to wear proper eye and skin protection when applying the dampening
compound. Also, make sure there is proper ventilation.
WARNING!
In high-temperature applications, after the dampening compound is applied to the
pipe, the compound may drip and will cause severe burns upon contact with bare skin.
Also, be sure not to inhale the fumes generated during the DMP-3 curing cycle.