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MPU Series C I/O/M Manual
Operation of MPU
3.5.
Mechanical Installation
Installation of the MPU flowmeter should follow good piping practices, such as alignment
of the pipe center lines before installing the meter in order to minimize compressive,
tensile or torsional stresses placed on the meter. A temporary, straight pipe spool can
be used to align the process piping prior to meter installation if required. Do not use the
meter to align the piping.
It is important that no portion of the gasket intrude into the ID of the pipe. This could
cause a distorted flow profile in the meter that will affect the performance and stability of
the measurement.
Gasket, bolt and nut materials selected must be compatible with the application environ-
ment and specifications. Pipe supports should be installed upstream and downstream
of the meter to provide sufficient support of the process piping, in accordance with good
piping practices.
It is recommended that the meter be installed in the section of piping where the pressure
is highest, downstream from pumps and upstream from flow control valves. When it is
expected that flow will be intermittent, the meter should not be mounted at or near a low
point or high point in the piping. Solids or water will settle in a low point in the piping; gas
will accumulate in a high point in the piping. Both of these conditions may impede proper
meter operation.
The installation instructions described herein are intended to be general recommendations
and, therefore, may require modification to fit your specific application.
Warning:
Care must be taken in the installation of the meter. The installer must comply
with all national, regional, and local codes.
3.6.
Handling of Flowmeter
Do not lift the flowmeter by the electronics box. Use the lifting lugs that are attached to
the flanges. Reference Bulletin
3.7.
Flow Conditioning
3.7.1.
MPU 800 Recommended Installation
The recommended installation for the MPU 800c is 10D upstream straight run. For optimum
performance it is recommended to keep partial restrictions or variable flow diversions such
as control valves away from the upstream area. Consult factory for an evaluation in the
case of a complex upstream piping geometry. When using flow conditioning the meter
should be installed a minimum of 5D from the flow conditioner outlet.
The meter run must be the same pipe diameter as the meter inlet and concentrically cen-
tered so that neither the pipe edge nor gasket protrude into the flow stream. For correct
centering it is recommended to use the centering dowel pin provided on the meter flange.
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