Bronkhorst®
Instruction Manual FLEXI-FLOW™ Compact
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The
starts blinking blue (1 second on, 1 second off), indicating that the procedure is in progress.
On completion, the indication light assumes the color of the current
.
If the procedure is successful, parameter
Calibration Mode
changes to 0 (idle). If the procedure fails,
Calibration Mode
changes
to 255.
After zeroing, parameter
Control Mode
returns to its initial value. The output signal should be 0 % (parameter
Measure
= 0).
After performing the procedure, remember to set parameter
Init Reset
to value 0 to lock secured parameters.
3.3
Maintenance
Inexpertly servicing instruments can lead to serious personal injury and/or damage to the instrument or the system it is
used in. Servicing must therefore be performed by trained and qualified personnel. Contact your Bronkhorst representative
for information about cleaning and calibration. Bronkhorst has trained staff available.
The FLEXI-FLOW™ needs no regular maintenance if operated properly, with clean, non-corrosive media, compatible with the
wetted materials, avoiding pressure and thermal shocks and vibrations.
·
Before disconnecting or disassembling any fluid system related parts, always make sure the fluid system is depressurized.
·
When depressurizing, prevent sudden pressure changes by shutting off the fluid supply gradually.
3.3.1
Cleaning
Fluid path
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The instrument's fluid path (the wetted parts) may be purged with a clean, dry and inert gas.
·
In case of severe contamination, cleaning the wetted parts may be necessary. This requires the instrument to be returned
to the factory.
Exterior parts
The instrument's exterior can be cleaned with a soft, lint free cloth, preferably dry, or, if necessary, moistened with a mild
water soluble cleaning agent.
·
Moisten the cloth only slightly, to prevent liquid from penetrating the instrument's interior and causing damage to the
electrical parts.
·
Only use a water soluble cleaning agent, never an oil based liquid like paint thinner or white spirit, as these might
damage parts made of synthetic materials.
3.3.2
Calibration
The FLEXI-FLOW™ has been factory calibrated. Periodical inspection, recalibration or verification of the accuracy may be
subject to individual requirements of the user. Whenever necessary, contact your Bronkhorst representative for information
and/or making arrangements for recalibration.
Bronkhorst certifies that the instrument meets the rated accuracy. Calibration has been performed using measurement
standards traceable to the Dutch Metrology Institute (VSL).
3.4
Troubleshooting
General problems
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Electronic problems can be traced by restarting the equipment.
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If the equipment starts up normally, the measurement and control behavior can be checked by applying fluid pressure.
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To track down problems in the fluid system, depressurize the fluid system and disconnect the suspected unit from the
process line. Dirt or clogging might be quickly detected by visual inspection of disassembled fluid connections.
If you suspect leakage, do not disassemble the device for inspection, but contact your Bronkhorst representative for service
or repairs.
3.4.1
Zooming in on NAMUR status
Errors and warnings
Detailed error and warning information can be found by connecting the instrument to a Windows computer running
FlowSuite. FlowSuite's diagnostic function makes comprehensive diagnostic information accessible based on the
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