TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS

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PRECAUTIONS

  1. The majority of PD flowmeters troubles is caused by solid particles which, entering the measuring mechanism , block the rotors. Before the start-up be sure that the inlet line to PD flowmeter has been properly cleaned .
  2. During the installation avoid to apply any stress to PD flowmeter and be sure that the flow direction agrees with the arrow stamped on equipment body.
  3. Couple the protection strainer directly on the PD flowmeter inlet flange. More-over equip the line with a by-pass to be used also for cleaning .
  4. Use the PD flowmeter within the flow rate range, pressure and temperature conditions printed in the nameplate.
  5. PD flowmeters over 3" size shall be duly anchored on a strong foundation.
  6. The measuring unit of horizontal type PD flowmeters is removed from the rear. Leave enough space for its removal.
  7. On horizontal type PD flowmeter flow direction may be: left-right, right-left, down-up, up down.

Hovewer the rotors shafts must b e compulsory installed in an horizontal position.