PULSAR MEASUREMENT
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Preparation for Operation
Before applying power, check the following:
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Sensor is installed correctly with optimum acoustic coupling
between sensor and the pipe surface.
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Remove the lid and apply power to the FlowPulse, and the power
supply is correctly connected in the terminal block.
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There’s no exposed or loose wiring around the connection terminals.
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The RED led will flash for 6 seconds, then the GREEN led will begin
to flash. The flashing of the GREEN led indicates that the device is
operational.
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Connect the relevant serial cable and converter to the PC depending
on whether RS232 or RS485 is being used.
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Launch the FlowPulse PC program. If using PC-over-RS485, change
baud rate to 19200 using Setup->Serial Port, default is 57600 over
RS232. Click the “Tick” icon to connect.
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When connection is established, the current parameters stored on
the Flow Pulse w
ill be extracted by FlowPulse PC. The “Device” bulb
on the top right corner of the program will light up to indicate a
successful connection.
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Choose the “Parameters” tab on FlowPulse PC, where the current
device parameters are shown and can be modified. (please refer to
the Chapter on Setting Up FlowPulse before modification)
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On the top left corner of the “Parameters” tab, set the Pipe I.D. field
to the pipe’s internal diameter in units of either millimetres (default)
or inches.
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Click on the “SAVE” button
.
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Return to the “Flow” tab to monitor flow.
Please refer to the Setting Up FlowPulse chapter for more information.
Maintenance
There are no user serviceable parts inside FlowPulse. If you experience any
problems with the unit, then please contact Pulsar Process Measurement for
advice. To clean the equipment, wipe with a damp cloth. Do not use any
solvents on the enclosure. When relocating, or reinstalling the FlowPulse,
please ensure that the pipe internal diameter value stored on the device is
updated accordingly.
