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19, Flow-tronic Raven-Eye Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 17 - 3.2.2.4 Attach the level sensor Procedure 1. Locate the 4 threads to attach the level sensor. 2. Locate the level sensor support and the corresponding screws to attach the hardware. 3. Attach the level sensor support using a screwdriver and the corresponding screws. 4. Attach the level sensor to the level sensor support hardware using the…
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15, Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 13 - Figure 6: RAVEN-EYE ® sensor dimensions top view with level sensor as installed 3.2.2.1 Install the mounting hardware on the wall Sensor location guidelines Review the following guidelines to find the best location for the sensor. Examine the up…
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4, Flow-tronic Raven-Eye Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 2 - 5 MAINTENANCE - 26 - 5.1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE - 26 - 5.2 C LEANING THE INSTRUMENT - 27 - 5.3 C ABLE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE - 27 - 6 REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES - 28 - 7 CONTACT INFORMATION - 28 - 7.1 FOR BELGIUM AND LUXEMBOURG - 28 - 7.2 O UTSIDE BELGIUM AND LUXEMBOURG - 28 - 7.3 T ECHNICAL SUPPORT - 28 - 7.4 R EPAIR SERVICE - 28 -…
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13, Flow-tronic Raven-Eye Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 11 - Figure 3: Sensor location near a curve, elbow or junction 1 Acceptable upstream sensor location 3 Distance downstream: 10 x pipe diameter 2 Acceptable downstream sensor location 4 Distance upstream: 5 x pipe diameter 2 3 1 4 1 4 4 3 1 4 1 2 3 2 1 4 3 …
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34, Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | Tel.: +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax: +32 (0)87 899 790 | E-mail: [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com
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3, Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 1 - CONTENTS 1 SPECIFICATIONS - 3 - 2 GENERAL INFORMATION - 5 - 2.1 SAFETY INFORMATION - 5 - 2.1.1 S AFETY SYMBOLS AND WARNINGS - 5 - 2.1.2 P RECAUTIONARY LABELS - 5 - 2.1.3 C ONFINED SPACE PRECAUTIONS - 6 - 2.1.4 R&TTE REGULATIONS - 6 - 2.2 P RO…
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17, Flow-tronic Raven-Eye Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 15 - Figure 8: Assembling the mounting hardware 1 Ball mount 3 Threads for mounting hardware attachment 2 Wing nut 2 1 3
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24, Flow-tronic Raven-Eye Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 22 - 3.2.3 Measure the pipe diameter The correct diameter of the pipe or channel is necessary for accurate flow calculations. 1. Measure the inside pipe diameter (I.D.) at three locations (Figure 14). Be sure that the measurements are accurate. 2. Calculate the …
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6, Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 4 - Flow measurement Method Based on continuity equation Q = V*A calculated by logger or flow monitor Accuracy ± 5% of reading typical where flow is in a channel with uniform flow conditions and is not surcharged, ±1% full scale max.
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20, Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 18 - 2. Loosen the wing nut on the ball mount hardware and position the frame so that the radar beam will point below the crown of the pipe by at least 25 mm (Figure 11). It may be necessary to install the 200 mm or the 300 mm (optional) spacer to position the RAVEN-EYE ® farther from the wall.…
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11, Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 9 - 3 Installation 3.1 Unpack the instrument Before opening the shiping boxes, check them for any visible outside damage, and report the damages immediately. Carefully unpack the RAVEN-EYE ® and its accessories from the shipping carton and inspect for any visible damage. If an item is missing or damaged, pl…
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12, Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 10 - 3.2 Mechanical installation 3.2.1 Site location guidelines For best accuracy, install the sensor where the flow is not turbulent. An ideal location is in a long, straight channel or pipe. Outfalls, vertical drops, baffles, curves or junctions cause the velocity profile to become distorted. Where there are outfalls, ve…
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8, Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 6 - 2.1.3 Confined space precautions DANGER Confined space entry. Training in pre-entry testing, ventilation, entry procedures, evacuation/rescue procedures and safety work practices is necessary before entering confined spaces. Important Note: The following inf…
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9, Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 7 - 2.2 Product overview The RAVEN-EYE ® sensor measures the flow velocity in open channels using radar technology. The unit is designed to withstand submersion during surcharge conditions. Optional level sensors provide the UNI-TRANS monitor…
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21, Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 19 - 3.2.2.6 Align the sensor horizontally The sensor must be aligned horizontally to make sure that the sensor is centered over the flow. If the pipe is not levelled and has a slope of 2 degrees or more, align the sensor to be parallel with the surface of the water. …
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18, Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 16 - 3.2.2.3 Align the sensor vertically – RAVEN-EYE ® without attached level sensor The sensor must be aligned vertically to make sure that the sensor is above the flow and that the radar beam will not be blocked by the wall or pipe (Figure 9). Procedure 1. Make an estimate of where a line that extends from the top of the radar lens perpendicular to where the…
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28, Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 26 - 5 Maintenance CAUTION Radar RF Exposure Hazard. Although the RAVEN-EYE® microwave power level is very small (~15 mW) and is well below government stated exposure limits for uncontrolled environments, users of this product should follow proper safety protocols for the handling of devices with radar fr…
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32, Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 30 - Warranty Statement Manufacturer warrants all products of its manufacture to be free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service. This warranty extends for a period of twelve (12) months after date of shipment, unless altered by mutual agreement between th…
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27, Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 25 - 4.3.2 Parameters The RAVEN-EYE ® acts as MODBUS ASCII slave serial device. The PLC is the master device. The serial communication has the following characteristics: Communication (COM PORT): RS485 Protocol: MODBUS ASCII Baud rate: 19200 bauds Number of bits: 8 Parit…
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22, Flow-tronic Raven-Eye Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 20 - 3.2.2.8 Measure the sensor offset This section applies to ULS-02 and ULS-06 level sensors only. If you are using another type of level sensor, please refer to the instructions of the leveling device used. The sensor offset is the distance from the tip of the level sensor to the bottom …
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16, Rue J.H. Cool 19a | B-4840 Welkenraedt | BELGIUM Tel. : +32 (0)87 899 799 | Fax : +32 (0)87 899 790 E-mail : [email protected] | www.flow-tronic.com - 14 - Figure 7: Wall installation 1 Distance from crown of pipe to wall bracket 3.2.2.2 Attach the sensor to the mounting hardware The sensor is equipped with 4 threads (M5) to be attached to the mounting hardware. Attach the rotative handle or the ball mount to the sensor. The sensor can be removed from the frame and installe…
