Installation & Operation Manual10-PTT-UM-00311 (August 2012)

PFA EllipseFire Pump System

Badger Meter®

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I. INTRODUCTION

The Series PFA FM approved fire pump system features the Preso Ellipse primary flow sensor. Preso's patented elliptical design outperforms and provides greater accuracy than traditional differential pressure flow measurement devices. This differential pressure flow meter is designed with a series of ports facing the upstream velocity pressures, as well as flow sensing ports strategically located ahead of the trailing edge flow separation.

The multi-ported, self-averaging flow element consists of an el-liptical shape with two independent flow sensing chambers. The impact velocity sensing holes (high pressure) are located along the leading edge and the true static sensing holes (low pressure) are on the exterior probe side. Series PFA comes with instru-ment shut-off valves with provisions to accept a direct indicating meter.

II. SPECIFICATIONS

Applications: LiquidsPipe Sizes: 2 to 16 inches (50 to 406.4 mm)Pressure: 400 PSI (2758 kPa) maximum

Temperature:Gage PFA Velocity Sensor

180 °F (80 °C) maximum 250 °F (121 °C) maximumAccuracy: ±1.75% of readingTurndown Ratio: 17:1 with no vacuum effect

Standard Components:

Y-type head, brass Compression fitting; 2” to 5”, brass 6” to 16”, CS with SS ferruleCS 3000 lb. weld fitting - ASTM A105316/316L SS Ellipse sensorInstrument valves (2 per sensor) - ¼” male SAE flare brass ballPolycarbonate ID tag with wireDirect reading gage, brass body, 270° arc

Reynolds Number:Greater than 75,000 maintains most accurate flow measurementsLess than 75,000 consult factory for estimated results

Double Support:

Double support required for the following SystemsPipe Size Pump Ratings

4" 400 and 450 GPM8" > 2000 GPM

10" > 2500 GPM12" > 3000 GPM16" > 5000 GPM

True staticsensing holes

Impact velocitysensing holes

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III. PIPE ORIENTATION AND SENSOR MOUNTING

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FIGURE 1 − HORIZONTAL PIPE INSTALLATION

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FIGURE 2 − VERTICAL PIPE INSTALLATION

NOTE: Pipe must remain full at all times during measurements.

NOTE: Pipe must remain full at all times during measurements.

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IV. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - SINGLE SUPPORT

1. Choose the proper location to install the PFA Ellipse using AGA/ASME standards (or equivalent). Refer to the Location Instructions on Page 8.

2. Grind the surface of the pipe where the PFA Ellipse is to be inserted to provide a clean area for welding.

3. Weld the supplied weld-o-let to the pipe using standard codes for your application (1/16” weld gap recommended). Take care to protect the threads during the welding process.

4. Drill a hole through the pipe wall according to Table 1.

5. Deburr the hole just drilled, especially on the inside of the pipe.

PIPE SIZE MODEL / SENSOR WELD CONNECTOR DRILL BIT

2” - 5” PFA (½”) ½” ⁵/₈”

6” - 12” PFA (⁷/₈”) 1” 11/₈”

14” - 16” PFA (1¼”) 1¼” 13/₈”

TABLE 1 − SINGLE SUPPORT DRILL BIT SIZE

6. Install the supplied compression fitting by threading it into the weld-o-let manually. Then with a wrench, tighten the fitting a further 1¼ turns taking care not to tighten the compression nut.

7. Install the instrument valves at the PFA Ellipse head connections. Ensure that the valves are FULLY CLOSED to prevent them from leaking during start-up.

8. Insert the PFA Ellipse through the compression fitting See Figure 3. Carefully push the sensor by hand further into the pipe until it reaches the opposite wall.

9. While holding the PFA Ellipse in its fully inserted position, align the arrow located on the sensor head with the direction of flow. See Figure 4.

10. Thoroughly tighten the compression nut in order to prevent leakage. After tightening the compression nut manually, turn it further 1¼ turns with a wrench.

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V. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - DOUBLE SUPPORT

1. Follow Steps 1 through 7 in Section IV. At 180° from and on the same plane as the previously drilled hole, grind the surface of the pipe to provide a clean area for welding. Drill a hole and deburr, especially on the inside of the pipe. The hole used for the double support should be sized according to Table 2.

2. Weld the double support weld-o-let making sure that it is centered with the drilled hole (1/16” weld gap recommended).

3. Install the PFA Ellipse sensor through the two holes. Make sure that the double support pin passes through the guide ring. See Figure 5.

4. Align the arrow located on the sensor head in the direction of flow as in Step 9, Section IV.

5. Ensure that the PFA Ellipse is in the correct orientation and spans the inside of the pipe. Tighten the compression nut. After tightening the compression nut manually, tighten it 1¼ turns more using a wrench.

6. Install the plug into the end of the double support weld-o-let. Tighten the plug to prevent leakage.

Threaded portion to be installedinto weld �tting on pipe

Install insertas shown

Thread nut looselyonto body of the compression �tting

Body

Insert

Nut

FIGURE 3 − COMPRESSION FITTING ASSEMBLY

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FIGURE 4 − SENSOR ALIGNMENT

PIPE SIZE MODEL / SENSOR WELD CONNECTOR DRILL BIT

2” - 5” PFA (½”) 1/₈” 3/₈”

6” - 12” PFA (⁷/₈”) ½” ½”

14” - 16” PFA (1¼”) 1” ⁷/₈”

TABLE 2 − DOUBLE SUPPORT DRILL BIT SIZE

Ellipse Sensor

Double Support Pin

Guide Ring

FIGURE 5 − DOUBLE SUPPORT PIN

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VI. GAGE MOUNTING

1. The FGE gage can be line, bracket or panel mounted.

2. For liquid applications the FGE should be installed below the PFA Ellipse in a level position. See Figure 6.

NOTE: If recommended mounting is not possible, care must be taken to ensure that the gage is vented periodically.

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FIGURE 6 - RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION

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PRESO ELLIPSE LOCATION INSTRUCTIONS

Straight pipe requirements: Accuracy is affected by the piping configurations due to the disturbances of the flow profile. A fully developed symmetrical flow profile is achieved with the minimum upstream and downstream recommended lengths.

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Throttle Valve

Throttle Valve

System By-pass Valve

Supply

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Air Vent

Fire Pump

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THROTTLED VALVE OR REGULATOR

DISTANCES ARE EXPRESSED INNUMBER OF NOMINAL PIPE DIAMETERS

TWO ELBOWS IN DIFFERENT PLANES

TWO ELBOWS IN THE SAME PLANECHANGE IN PIPE SIZE

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VII. GAGE INSTALLATION

1. The connecting tubing between the PFA Ellipse and the gage should be as short as possible and should slope down a minimum of 1 inch per foot.

2. Secure and support tubing to prevent sagging and/or vibration.

3. Care must be taken to ensure that the head heights are even.

4. A bleed line should be run from the gage vent valves to a pan or drain.

VIII. GAGE OPERATION

1. Identify Hi and Lo pressure inlets on the gage.

2. Ensure by-pass valve (blue) is OPEN!

WARNINGWARNING: Gage may be damaged if initially pressurized with the by-pass valve closed.

3. Connect gage to corresponding Hi and Lo pressure taps of the PFA Ellipse (via 3-valve manifold, if being used).

4. Open Hi and Lo instrument valves on the PFA Ellipse.

5. Alternately open the Hi and Lo vent valves to purge the lines.

6. When venting is complete, close the by-pass valve to begin taking reading.

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Badger Meter Warranty

Badger Meter WarrantyPFA EllipseFire Pump System

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PRODUCTS COVERED

The Badger Meter warranty shall apply to the Preso PFA Ellipse Fire Pump System (“Product”).

MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIPBadger Meter warrants the Product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the original purchase date.

PRODUCT RETURNS Product failures must be proven and verified to the satisfaction of Badger Meter. The Badger Meter obligation hereunder shall be limited to such repair and replacement and shall be conditioned upon Badger Meter receiving written notice of any asserted defect within 10 (ten) days after its discovery. If the defect arises and a valid claim is received within the Warranty Period, at its option, Badger Meter will either (1) exchange the Product with a new, used or refurbished Product that is at least functionally equivalent to the original Product, or (2) refund the purchase price of the Product. DO NOT RETURN ANY PRODUCT UNTIL YOU HAVE CALLED THE BADGER METER CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AND OBTAINED A RETURN AUTHORIZATION.

Product returns must be shipped by the Customer prepaid F.O.B. to the nearest Badger Meter factory or distribution center. The Customer shall be responsible for all direct and indirect costs associated with removing the original Product and reinstalling the repaired or replacement Product. A replacement Product assumes the remaining warranty of the original Product or ninety (90) days from the date of replacement, whichever provides longer coverage.

LIMITS OF LIABILITYThis warranty shall not apply to any Product repaired or altered by any Product other than Badger Meter. The foregoing warranty applies only to the extent that the Product is installed, serviced and operated strictly in accordance with Badger Meter instructions. The warranty shall not apply and shall be void with respect to a Product exposed to conditions other than those detailed in applicable technical literature and Installation and Operation Manuals (IOMs) or which have been subject to vandalism, negligence, accident, acts of God, improper installation, operation or repair, alteration, or other circumstances which are beyond the reasonable control of Badger Meter.

With respect to products not manufactured by Badger Meter, the warranty obligations of Badger Meter shall in all respects conform and be limited to the warranty extended to Badger Meter by the supplier.

THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE (except warranties of title).

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EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND DISCLAIMER OF OTHER LIABILITYBadger Meter liability with respect to breaches of the foregoing warranty shall be limited as stated herein. Badger Meter liability shall in no event exceed the contract price. BADGER METER SHALL NOT BE SUBJECT TO AND DISCLAIMS: (1) ANY OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ARISING OUT OF BREACH OF CONTRACT OR OF WARRANTY, (2) ANY OBLIGATIONS WHATSOEVER ARISING FROM TORT CLAIMS (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE AND STRICT LIABILITY) OR ARISING UNDER OTHER THEORIES OF LAW WITH RESPECT TO PRODUCTS SOLD OR SERVICES RENDERED BY BADGER METER, OR ANY UNDERTAKINGS, ACTS OR OMISSIONS RELATING THERETO, AND (3) ALL CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL AND CONTINGENT DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.

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