Meter Orientation
SSK
513
can operate accurately in any pipeline orientation and can measure volumetric flow in forward and reverse
directions.
OTE:
N
A "Forward Flow" direction arrow is printed on the detector label.
Vertical Placement
SSK
513
perform best when placed vertically, with liquid flowing upward and meter electrodes in a closed, full pipe.
Figure 6: Vertical Placement
Vertical placement allows the pipe to remain completely full, even in low flow, low pressure applications, and it prevents
solids build-up, sediment deposit and accumulation on the liner and electrodes.
OTE:
N
Carefully observe the “Forward Flow” label on the meter body and install the meter accordingly. When
installed vertically, rotate amplifier so that cable glands are facing down.
Horizontal Placement
SSK513 are equipped with an
Empty Pipe Detection
feature. If an electrode mounted in the pipe is not covered by fluid for
five seconds, the meter will display an Empty Pipe Detection condition. The meter will send out an error message and stop
measuring flow When the electrode is again covered with fluid, the error message disappears and the meter will begin
measuring.
When installing the meter on a horizontal pipe, mount the detector to the pipe with the flow-measuring electrode axis in a
horizontal plane (three and nine o’clock). This placement helps prevent solids build-up, sediment deposit and accumulation
on the electrodes.
Figure 7: Horizontal Placement
Installation & Operation Manual
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Electrode
Plane
RIGHT
Electrode
Plane
WRONG
