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Sono-Trak™ Doppler Ultrasonic Flow Meter
Chapter 1: Introduction and Theory of Operation
Introduction ............................................................................................................... 1-1
Features of the Sono-Trak™ Doppler Ultrasonic Flow Meter ..................... 1-1
Components of the Sono-Trak™ Doppler Ultrasonic Flow Meter System .. 1-2
Electronics Enclosure and Display Panel ......................................... 1-2
Transducers and Cabling .................................................................. 1-2
Theory of Operation .................................................................................................. 1-2
Sonic Reflectors ............................................................................................ 1-3
Accuracy ....................................................................................................... 1-3
Summary ....................................................................................................... 1-3
Applications .............................................................................................................. 1-4
Chapter 2: Installation and Operation
Before Installing the Unit ......................................................................................... 2-1
Unpacking the Unit ....................................................................................... 2-1
Included Equipment .......................................................................... 2-1
Tools Required for Installation ......................................................... 2-2
Pre-installation Procedures and Checks ........................................................ 2-2
Determining if Your Process/Installation is Right for a Doppler Flow Meter ......... 2-3
Assessing Particles or Air Bubbles ............................................................... 2-4
Fluctuations in Flow Content ............................................................ 2-4
Process Changes ............................................................................... 2-4
Assessing Pipe Material and Condition ........................................................ 2-5
Assessing Flow Profile ................................................................................. 2-5
Straight Run Requirements ............................................................... 2-5
Transducer Placement ....................................................................... 2-7
Sono-Trak Transit Time Ultrasonic Flow Meters ......................................... 2-9
Installation Procedures .............................................................................................. 2-9
Mounting and Connecting the Transducers .................................................. 2-9
Mounting and Connecting Power to the Electronics Enclosure ................... 2-13
Operation .................................................................................................................. 2-15
Display Panel ................................................................................................ 2-15
LEDs ................................................................................................. 2-16
First Time Operation ..................................................................................... 2-17
If You Experience Unstable Readings .............................................. 2-20
Advanced Configuration Options ................................................................. 2-20
Before Setting Advanced Parameters ............................................... 2-22
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