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www.micronicsflowmeters.com USER'S GUIDE Installation & Operation Instructions Level-Velocity Logger Model PF LV550 Manual Series A.1 Note: This page has been left blank intentionally. Page 3 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger INDEX FUNCTION TEST................................................................................................... 5 BATTERY INSTALLATION ................................................................................. 5 CONFIDENCE DISPLAY ...................................................................................... 6 CALIBRATION ...................................................................................................... 6 INSTALLATION - SENSOR LOCATION ............................................................ 7 ENCLOSURE INSTALLATION ............................................................................ 9 USB CONNECTION............................................................................................. 10 LOGGER SOFTWARE......................................................................................... 10 START-UP ............................................................................................................ 10 FIELD TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................ 16 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS................................................................ 17 SENSOR CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................. 18 APPLICATIONS HOTLINE................................................................................. 19 APPENDIX A - OPTIONS ................................................................................... 22 SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................ 24 IMPORTANT NOTE: This instrument is manufactured and calibrated to meet product specifications. Please read this manual carefully before installation and operation. Any unauthorized repairs or modifications may result in a suspension of the warranty. Available in Adobe Acrobat pdf format Page 4 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger Quick Start Guide PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger 1. Remove the battery box, install 4 Alkaline D-cell batteries (included) and replace the box. Allow 10 seconds for the PF LV550 to activate then press the button on the face of the PF LV550. The LCD display will turn On. If the display does not turn On check that batteries have been correctly installed. After 1 minute the display will turn Off automatically. 2. Install Logger software on your Windows PC or laptop computer. Insert the CD and run Setup.exe. If you encounter error messages during installation, open and review the readme.txt file on the CD. 3. Connect the PF LV550 to your PC or laptop with the USB cable (included). Run Logger and review the ‘Quick Start Guide’ instructions which appear onscreen or select the Help drop-down menu. 4. Configure Logger software Communication Settings. PF LV550 baud rate is fixed at 28800 Baud. Identify the serial port on your laptop or PC. Refer to the Logger ‘Help’ file ‘Connection Setup’ for detailed instructions if you are not sure which COM port or virtual port you are connected to. 5. Configure the logging interval through Logger software’s Real Time Monitor. Select a logging interval and click “Write” to properly initialize the PF LV550. Page 5 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger INTRODUCTION: The PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger measures and data logs level, velocity and liquid temperature in open pipes and channels. It is designed for flow surveys in sewers, streams and irrigation channels. FUNCTION TEST: 1. Connect the sensor plug to the watertight fitting on the PF LV550 enclosure. 2. Make sure new batteries are installed. 3. Wait 10 seconds then press the display button on the face of the PF LV550 to activate the LCD display. 4. Place the QZ02L sensor (flat to the bottom) in a bucket of water about 6”/150mm deep. Double press the display button to freeze on selected parameter. Stir the water to cause motion over the sensor and display a velocity reading. BATTERY INSTALLATION: Unscrew the two thumbscrews. Remove the battery box Use new, premium quality Alkaline D-Cell batteries only (Energizer E95 or Duracell/Procell MN1300). Insert batteries as shown: Replace the battery box and tighten thumbscrews. Page 6 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger CONFIDENCE DISPLAY The PF LV550 includes a built-in Bargraph display. Activate the display by pressing the button on the instrument face. It will scroll between level, velocity, temperature, remaining battery power and remaining logger capacity. To conserve battery power, the display will shut Off after 1 minute. Double press the button to freeze the display on one parameter (Parameter flashes). CALIBRATION PF LV550 does not require field calibration. It is factory-calibrated to measure level from the bottom of the pipe or channel to the water surface (maximum 15 ft / 4.5 m), and velocity from 0 to 10 ft/sec (0 to 3.05 m/sec). Page 7 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger INSTALLATION - SENSOR LOCATION 1. Choose a sensor mounting location where silt or deposits are least likely to accumulate. 2. For best results flow should be evenly distributed across the channel and relatively free of turbulence. (The PF LV550 is very effective at averaging level and velocity readings in turbulent conditions, but best accuracy and response time is achieved with evenly distributed flow.) 3. Avoid vertical drops, obstructions or elbows immediately up and downstream from the sensor. Locate the QZ02L sensor at least 10 times maximum Head (level) and 10 times the channel width from these flow disturbances. QZ02L VELOCITY-LEVEL SENSOR MOUNTING Mount the QZ02L sensor with the stainless steel bracket and hardware supplied. Ensure that the sensor is parallel to the water surface (check with a level). Mount with the tapered end of the sensor pointing upstream and the sensor cable pointing downstream. Clip or tie wrap the sensor cable securely to the pipe or channel wall. Note: The mounting bracket is designed to release the sensor if weeds or rags are caught by the sensor. The QZ02L sensor requires a minimum water level of 1" (25.4 mm) above the bottom of the pipe or channel. Page 8 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger Page 9 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger OPTIONAL PIPE BAND MOUNTING WITH QZ02L SENSOR Install the stainless steel pipe band with the sensor mounting bracket at the invert (bottom) of the pipe. Ensure that the sensor bracket is parallel to the water surface (check with a level). Mount so the tapered end of the sensor will point upstream and the sensor cable will point downstream. (Turn the ¼” hex nut clockwise to expand the bracket and secure to the pipe wall by friction fit.) Insert the sensor into the mounting bracket and clip or tie wrap the sensor cable securely to the stainless steel pipe band as illustrated. ENCLOSURE INSTALLATION Close the PF LV550 cover and ensure that the sensor cable connector is tightened snugly for a watertight seal (do not damage the connector by over tightening the coupling). Wipe the enclosure cover gasket with a clean cloth to remove dirt or grit before closing. Use a chain or mounting bracket to hang the enclosure from the manhole ladder or any available secure location. The enclosure should be located above the high water level so that it will not be accidentally submerged. PF LV550 is rated for operation from -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F). The batteries will not function below the rated temperature. To prevent overheating, avoid mounting the enclosure in direct sunlight. PF LV550 enclosure is rated IP67, watertight and dustproof. Page 10 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger USB CONNECTION Use the USB Micro-B cable supplied with each PF LV550 for communication with a PC computer or laptop. LOGGER SOFTWARE Logger (for Windows) is supplied with each PF LV550 and is required to download log files and to set the logging interval of the PF LV550 data logger. Install on any PC running Windows 7 , 8.1 or XP with SP3. Requires a PC with USB port and at least 5MB of available disk space. NOTE: Refer to the Logger Help menu for complete instructions on using this software. The following information covers only basic functions of this powerful software program. START-UP When you connect to a PF LV550 for the first time follow this procedure: 1. Connect the PF LV550 to your PC using mini-USB cable. 2. Use Communication/Connection Setup to configure your PC for communications. 3. Use Real Time Monitor to configure the logging frequency and click Write to initialize logging, date and time. Date and time are read by the PF LV550 from your PC. 4. Use Retrieve DataLog to download log files from a PF LV550. CONNECTION SETUP Under the communication drop-down select **Scan for USB Instruments** to automatically detect your PF LV550 and establish a connection. Page 11 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger REAL TIME MONITOR Select Data Logging/Real Time Monitor ON to view ‘real-time’ level, velocity and temperature from the connected PF LV550. Readings are updated every 10 seconds. Remaining Logger capacity and remaining battery power are indicated. LOGGING INTERVAL Use the Logging Settings selector to change the PF LV550’s logging interval, then press the Write button to transmit the new setting to the PF LV550. IMPORTANT: Write action deletes existing log file and begins a new data log. Download and save existing log files before executing Write. The PF LV550 will take measurements for 10 seconds and record the sampled data. It will then enter a low power "sleep" mode for the remainder of the interval time. While in sleep mode, the PF LV550 consumes minimal power. This means that the logging interval also determines the battery life of the instrument. The table below shows the maximum amount of time the PF LV550 can log while at a constant 68 °F (20 °C). Low temperatures and varying battery quality will reduce the amount of time the PF LV550 can log until the batteries need to be changed. Because of their higher power capacity, and better low temperature characteristics, it is recommended that only premium quality Alkaline D-cell batteries (Energizer E95 or Duracell MN1300) be used in the PF LV550. Logging Interval Logging Time and Battery Life 10 Seconds 15 Days 30 Seconds 45 Days 1 Minute 3 Months 2 Minutes 6 Months 5 Minutes 1 Year 10 Minutes 2 Years 30 Minutes 4 Years 60 Minutes 4 Years NOTE: It is a good practice to download and save an existing log file and then install new batteries when you start (Write) a new data log. Page 12 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger MEMORY WRAP AROUND Click the Wrap Around On box to enable data wrap around. When the PF LV550 data log is full, and wrap around is enabled, the PF LV550 will overwrite the oldest data at the beginning of the log. This allows the PF LV550 to always have a record of the most recent flow events. If this option is unchecked (deselected), the PF LV550 will stop logging when the data log is full and keep the log in memory until a new log is started. RETRIEVE LOG Ensure that communications settings are properly configured under the Communications / Connection Setup menu. Connect a PF LV550 using the RS232 cable supplied. Click the Retrieve Log icon or select Data Logging / Retrieve Log from the drop drown menu. Logger will download the log file and a graph window will open. Click and drag the mouse pointer across a section of the graph to zoom in or press the Zoom In icon to view portions of the flow log. Click the Show Data Table icon or select View / Data Table drop down menu to open a table view of the log file. Select File/Save to save a copy of the log file (with a .DAT file extension). The file can be reopened using File/Open menu. Page 13 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger FLOW CALCULATION Click Generate Flow Log from the drop drown menu to calculate flow. Logger supports flow calculation for common channel shapes: Round pipe Square channel Egg shape pipe Trapezoid channel Select the Channel Type and enter the dimensions. Level Offset should be set to 0.000 unless the sensor is elevated above the bottom of the channel or pipe. Round Select Round for open pipes and enter the pipe ID (Inside Diameter). Square Select Square for rectangular channels and enter the width of the channel. Egg Select Egg for channels with cross-section dimensioned as shown. Trapezoid Select for trapezoidal shaped channels. Enter Width and Slope. V shaped channels may also be monitored where the channel width is entered as 0. Page 14 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger NOTE: To calculate flow for channel shapes other than Round, Square, Egg or Trapezoid, export the data (File/Export Data) and perform the flow calculation using a spreadsheet program like Microsoft Excel and your own conversion formula. Page 15 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger Flow Calculation for Flumes and Weirs Logger supports flow calculation from level data log files for the following: V-Notch Weirs Parshall Flumes Palmer Bowlus Flumes Leopold Lagco Flumes Rectangular Weirs Rectangular Weirs with End Contractions Khafagi Flumes Trapezoidal Flumes Custom Flumes To collect level data the PF LV550 sensor should be installed at the correct location in the flume or weir for level/flow measurement. To Generate a Flow Log 1. Select Data Tools from the drop down menu and then click Extract Level Data. A new graph window will open with Level data only. 2. Select Data Tools from the drop down menu and then click Generate Flow Log. The Channel Setup window will open. 3. From the Channel Setup window select your flume type and then Flume Size. Click OK and a new Flow log window will open indicating flow for the flume or weir you selected. 4. Use the View drop down menu and click Change Units to change flow volume units as required. Page 16 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger FIELD TROUBLESHOOTING The PF LV550 uses an ultrasonic level sensor to determine water LEVEL and an ultrasonic Doppler sensor to measure flow VELOCITY. The QZ02L transducer combines both sensors in one housing. SYMPTOMS FAULTS SOLUTIONS Pressing display button does not turn on LCD display. Batteries not installed properly. Check battery polarity. Batteries dead. Replace batteries with 4 premium quality Alkaline D-Cell. Operating below minimum temperature. Rated for operation above -4°F / -20°C. New batteries just installed. Allow 10 seconds for PF LV550 to activate after installation of new batteries. Level reading zero with level >1” / 25.4 mm. Sensor not connected. Connect sensor. No echo detected. Sensor misaligned. Use a level to confirm sensor mounting is horizontal. Sensor coated with debris or sediment. Clean sensor with a soft brush and soap. Level reading correct but not changing. Batteries discharged. Replace batteries with 4 premium quality Alkaline D-Cell. Sample rate. PF LV550 LCD display and Logger real-time display are refreshed every 10 seconds. Level reading not correct and not changing. Extreme turbulence. Relocate sensor where water surface is calm and evenly distributed. Debris attached to sensor or mounting structure. Clean sensor with a soft brush and soap, remove debris. Level reading is erratic. Extreme turbulence and highly aerated water. Relocate sensor where water surface is calm and evenly distributed. Sensor coated with debris or sediment. Clean sensor with a soft brush and soap. Page 17 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger SYMPTOMS FAULTS SOLUTIONS Velocity reading is zero with flow. Sensor not connected. Connect sensor. Sensor coated with debris or sediment. Clean sensor with a soft brush and soap. Velocity reading is correct but not changing. Batteries too low to sample, displays last recorded value. Replace batteries with 4 premium quality Alkaline D-Cell. Velocity reading with no flow. Wave action on water surface or upstream turbulence. Relocate sensor. Temperature display is blank. Fluid temperature is below 5°F / -15°C. Minimum fluid temperature for sensor operation is 5°F / -15°C. Temperature displayed in Logger is 103.5°C / 218.3°F. Sensor not connected. Connect sensor. Memory capacity display is 0%. Data logger memory is full. Run Logger software - download log file. - click Write from real-time display to restart the logger. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. How to turn PF LV550 On and Off? PF LV550 is On when batteries are installed. Default logger rate is 30 seconds which will run for 45 days before filling the logger memory and discharging the batteries. To turn Off the PF LV550 remove the batteries. 2. Is logger memory retained with batteries removed and PF LV550 Off? Yes, logger memory is maintained with PF LV550 batteries removed. The only way to delete logger memory is through Logger software Real-Time display and clicking Write. 3. How long do D-cell Alkaline batteries last? New D-cell Alkaline batteries will power the PF LV550 for the same time duration as the logger capacity. Refer to “Logging Interval” in this manual, page 12. Page 18 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger SENSOR CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE HANDLING PF LV550 sensors that have been immersed in sewage should be cleaned before handling. 1. Rinse sensor and cable to remove debris. 2. Immerse sensor and cable in a solution of 1 part household bleach (Javex, Clorox etc.) to 20 parts water for 5 minutes. Do not immerse open end of sensor cable or cable plug. Ensure that the protective cap is properly fitted to the cable plug before immersing in water or cleaning solution 3. Remove grease from sensor with clean water and mild soap. Do not use abrasive cleaners, solvents or high pressure washers. SENSOR CLEANING WHILE PF LV550 IS IN OPERATION Use a soft brush or broom to wipe the sensor face. DO NOT USE an abrasive tool or gouge the surfaces of the sensor. Use dish washing soap to remove grease after installation. Remove the sensor from its mounting bracket to remove severe build-up of debris or “stringers” attached to the sensor, cable or mounting bracket. Page 19 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger APPLICATIONS HOTLINE For applications assistance, advice or information on any Micronics Limited contact your Sales Representative, write to Micronics or phone the Applications Hotline below: Tel: +44 (0) 1628 810456 Fax: +44 (0) 1628 531540 Email: sales@micronicsltd.co.uk Web Site: www.micronicsflowmeters.com Micronics Limited Knaves Beech Business Centre, Davies Way, Loudwater, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom HP10 9QR Page 20 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger PRODUCT RETURN PROCEDURE Instruments may be returned to Micronics for service or warranty repair. 1 Obtain an RMA Number from Micronics - Before shipping a product to the factory please contact Micronics by telephone, fax or email to obtain an RMA number (Returned Merchandise Authorization). This ensures fast service and correct billing or credit. When you contact Micronics please have the following information available: 1. Model number / Software Version 2. Serial number 3. Date of Purchase 4. Reason for return (description of fault or modification required) 5. Your name, company name, address and phone number 2 Clean the Sensor/Product - Important: unclean products will not be serviced and will be returned to the sender at their expense. 1. Rinse sensor and cable to remove debris. 2. If the sensor has been exposed to sewage, immerse both sensor and cable in a solution of 1 part household bleach (Javex, Clorox etc.) to 20 parts water for 5 minutes. Important: do not immerse open end of sensor cable. 3. Dry with paper towels and pack sensor and cable in a sealed plastic bag. 4. Wipe the outside of the enclosure to remove dirt or deposits. 5. Return to Micronics for service. 3 Ship to Micronics - After obtaining an RMA number please ship the product to the appropriate address below: Customers: Micronics Limited Knaves Beech Business Centre, Davies Way, Loudwater, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom HP10 9QR RMA# Page 21 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger LIMITED WARRANTY _____________________________________ Micronics Limited warrants, to the original purchaser, its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from date of invoice. Micronics will replace or repair, free of charge, any Micronics product if it has been proven to be defective within the warranty period. This warranty does not cover any expenses incurred in the removal and re-installation of the product. If a product manufactured by Micronics should prove defective within the first year, return it freight prepaid to Micronics Limited along with a copy of your invoice. This warranty does not cover damages due to improper installation or handling, acts of nature, or unauthorized service. Modifications to or tampering with any part shall void this warranty. This warranty does not cover any equipment used in connection with the product or consequential damages due to a defect in the product. All implied warranties are limited to the duration of this warranty. This is the complete warranty by Micronics and no other warranty is valid against Micronics. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Micronics Limited. Page 22 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger APPENDIX A - OPTIONS SENSOR CABLE EXTENSION (OPTION PVXC5) Each PF LV550 QZ02L sensor includes 25 ft. (7.6 m) submersible tri-coaxial sensor cable. This cable is shielded from electrical interference and is watertight with a polyurethane jacket. Extend sensor cable an additional 50 ft (15 m) with one PVXC5 Sensor Cable Extension connected between the PF LV550 enclosure and the sensor. The extension includes watertight, submersible connector plugs. NOTE: Use only one PVXC5 Sensor Cable Extension for a total cable length of 75 ft (23 m). Page 23 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger SS PIPE MOUNTING BAND - OPTION VSJ Page 24 PF LV550 Level-Velocity Logger SPECIFICATIONS Electronics Enclosure: Watertight, airtight, dust proof (IP 67) polycarbonate Accuracy: Level: ± 0.25% of Range. Velocity: ± 2% of Reading Display: LCD displays: Level, Velocity, Water Temperature, Battery and Memory capacity Operating Temp. (electronics): -4° to 140°F (-20° to 60°C) Instrument Set-up: via Logger software for Windows: Logging Time Interval, Site Name Logger Interval: 10 sec (15 days), 30 sec (45 days), 1 min (3 months), 2 min (6 months), 5 min (1 year), 10 min (2 years), 20 min (4 years) Data Logger Capacity: 130,000 data points Power: 4 Alkaline 'D' cells Output/Communications: USB, 28,800 Baud USB Cable: 6 ft (2m) USB Micro-B Software: Logger for Windows. Supports real-time monitoring, log file download and export, graph and data table presentation, level/velocity to flow conversion Velocity/Level Sensor QZ02L Velocity Measurement Range: 0.1 to 10 ft/sec (0.03 to 3.05 m/sec) Level Measurement Range: Minimum Head: 1 in (25.4 mm). Maximum Head: 15 ft. (4.5 m) Operating Temperature: 5 to 150°F (-15 TO 65°C) Exposed Materials: PVC, polyurethane, epoxy Sensor Cable: 25 ft. (7.6 m) submersible polyurethane jacket, shielded, 3 coaxial Sensor Mounting: includes MB-QZ stainless steel mounting bracket Temperature Compensation: Automatic, continuous