FLUID COMPONENTS INTL
Model ST98 Flow Meter
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Doc. No. 06EN003291 Rev. A
Contents
1. General Information
Description ........................................................................................................................... 1 - 1
Theory of Operation ............................................................................................................. 1 - 1
Insertion Sensing Element ................................................................................................... 1 - 1
In-Line Sensing Element ..................................................................................................... 1 - 2
Transmitter Electronics ....................................................................................................... 1 - 2
Instrument Configuration .................................................................................................... 1 - 2
Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................... 1 - 3
Quick Start Menu (Abbreviated) ......................................................................................... 1 - 4
2. Installation
Receiving/Inspection ............................................................................................................ 2 - 1
Packing/Shipping/Returns ................................................................................................... 2 - 1
Factory Calibration Note ...................................................................................................... 2 - 1
Pre-Installation Procedure ................................................................................................... 2 - 1
Use Standard ESD Precautions .................................................................................... 2 - 1
Prepare or Verify Flow Element Location .................................................................... 2 - 2
Verify Dimensions ........................................................................................................ 2 - 2
Verify Flow Direction for Flow Element Orientation and Placement ......................... 2 - 2
Verify The Serial Number Of The Flow Element and the Electronics ........................ 2 - 2
Install Insertion Flow Element ............................................................................................ 2 - 3
Compression Fitting Mounting .................................................................................... 2 - 3
NPT Pipe Thread Mounting ......................................................................................... 2 - 3
Flanged Ferrule Mounting ............................................................................................ 2 - 3
In-Line Mounting ......................................................................................................... 2 - 4
Install Flow Transmitter ...................................................................................................... 2 - 4
Minimum Wire Size ..................................................................................................... 2 - 5
Aluminum Enclosure Installation ................................................................................ 2 - 5
Carbon Steel Enclosure Installation ............................................................................. 2 - 7
Remote Hardware Location .......................................................................................... 2 - 8
Wiring the In-Line Flow Element ................................................................................ 2 - 8
Serial Communication ......................................................................................................... 2 - 9
Remote Enclosure Bracket Installation ............................................................................... 2 - 10
Apply Power ......................................................................................................................... 2 - 10
3. Operation
Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 3 - 1
Start Up ................................................................................................................................ 3 - 1
Using an FC88 Communicator ............................................................................................ 3 - 1
Menu Control and Organization .................................................................................. 3 - 1
Quick Start Menu ................................................................................................................. 3 - 3
Detailed Menu Description .................................................................................................. 3 - 4
Using Procomm Software .................................................................................................... 3 -16
4. Maintenance
Maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 4 - 1
Calibration .................................................................................................................... 4 - 1
Electrical Connections .................................................................................................. 4 - 1
Remote Enclosure ......................................................................................................... 4 - 1
Electrical Wiring .......................................................................................................... 4 - 1
Flow Element Connections ........................................................................................... 4 - 1
Flow Element Assembly ............................................................................................... 4 - 1
5. Troubleshooting
Quick Check ......................................................................................................................... 5 - 1
General Function Check ...................................................................................................... 5 - 1
Tools Needed - General Function Check - ................................................................... 5 - 1
NAMUR Fault Indicaton .............................................................................................. 5 - 1
Application Verification ...................................................................................................... 5 - 3
