FRC INSIGHT iPF-8 Bedienungsanleitung

IPF Rev0204

FIRE RESEARCH CORPORATION

www.fireresearch.com

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PORTABLE

FLOWTESTER

MODEL: iPF - 8, -10, -12, -14, -16

IPF Rev0204

CONTENTS

Table of Contents

CONTENTS ............................................................................................................... 2

List of Tables ......................................................................................................... 3

List of Figures ....................................................................................................... 3

INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................... 4

Overview ............................................................................................................... 4

Features ................................................................................................................. 4

Specifications ........................................................................................................ 5

GENERAL DESCRIPTION....................................................................................... 6

Components........................................................................................................... 6

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS....................................................................................... 8

Hydrant Total Flow Test........................................................................................8

Pump Test .............................................................................................................. 9

Nozzle Test ..........................................................................................................10

Training ............................................................................................................... 10

Calibrate a Vehicle Mounted Flowmeter.............................................................10

FLOW RATE MEASURING INFORMATION....................................................... 11

POWER ....................................................................................................................12

Internal Battery.................................................................................................... 12

Alternate Power Sources ..................................................................................... 12

OPERATION ............................................................................................................ 13

Program Features.................................................................................................13

Flow Test .............................................................................................................14

Totalized Flow..................................................................................................... 15

PROGRAMMING.................................................................................................... 16

Inputs ...................................................................................................................16

Program Access Mode......................................................................................... 17

Program Code Descriptions ................................................................................18

Enter Sensor/Tube Size ....................................................................................... 22

CALIBRATION........................................................................................................24

FLOW SENSOR MAINTENANCE ........................................................................ 26

PARTS LIST ............................................................................................................. 27

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List of Tables

Table 1. Values for K With a 2.5" Flow Tube ............................................................ 8

Table 2. Flowmeter Calibration Flow for Each Pipe Size....................................... 11

Table 3. Program Code Quick Reference................................................................ 18

List of Figures

Figure 1. Controls and Indicators.............................................................................. 7

Figure 2. Typical Programming Displays................................................................16

Figure 3. Sensor/Tube Size Program Displays........................................................ 23

Figure 4. Flow Sensor Maintenance........................................................................26

Figure 5. Parts List .................................................................................................. 27

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INTRODUCTION

Overview

The INSIGHT Portable Flow Tester is an instrument that will measure flow

rate directly without using charts or doing calculations. The tester is designed around

the FRC INSIGHT digital flowmeter and a paddlewheel type flow sensor mounted

ina flow tube.Theflowtesterprogram allows for upto six differentcalibration schemes

to be set in memory. This enables the operator to press a button and use the same

portable tester with different size flow tubes.

The PortableFlowTester consists of a Pelican case into which a panel is mounted

containing an INSIGHT digital flowmeter, a power switch, low battery indicator, and

cable connections. The Pelican case also contains a rechargeable battery and an AC

charger/power supply. Aslot cutout in the front panel allows for the storage of cables.

The INSIGHT digital flowmeter has a 4-digit LED flow display with daylight

bright digits 0.56 inch high. The flowmeter electronics are self contained and program

features are accessed via push buttons on the front of the module. Flow rate information

is provided from the paddlewheel flow sensor mounted in a flow tube. This information

is processed and shown on the digital display as flow rate.

The Portable Flow Tester is can be powered by its internal rechargeable 12 volt

battery, a 120 VAC source, or an external 12 VDC source (with optional cable). The

battery charging unit is mounted inside the box. To charge the internal battery plug

the cable into theAC CHARGER input on the front panel and connect the other end to

a standard 120 VAC electrical outlet.

All controls, indicators, and input connections are located on the front panel.

Features

Field Programmable

Multiple Flow Rate Calibration Points

Uses Multiple Diameter Flow Tubes

High and Low Flow Warnings

Totalizing Flow Function

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Specifications

Display Module

Supply Voltage: 9 - 30 VDC

Supply Current: 0.5 Amp

Flow Tube

Material: Aluminum

Sizes Available:

iPF- 8 1.5" Tube w/2.5" Couplings (13 - 320 GPM)

iPF-10 2.0" Tube w/2.5" Couplings (21 - 520 GPM)

iPF-12 2.5" Tube w/2.5" Couplings (30 - 750 GPM)

iPF-14 3.0" Tube w/NPT Threads (40- 1400 GPM)

iPF-16 4.0" Tube w/NPT Threads (80 - 2000 GPM)

Note: GPM rating is at 0 PSI back pressure (no obstruction at end of tube).

Flow Sensor

Type: Paddlewheel with Brass Housing for Saddle Clamp

or Weldment Mount (Stainless Steel Housing

Optional)

Sensor Material: Acetal (Delrin) with Stainless Steel (316) Shaft

Excitation Voltage: 5 VDC

Cables

120 VAC Power Cable: Part # IPF-C120

Flow Sensor Cable: Part # IPF-C-12 (12 Feet)

12 VDC Power Cable: Part # IPF-C12V (Optional)

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Components

The INSIGHT Portable Flow Tester consists of the following components:

Case

Digital Flowmeter Display

Battery and Charger

Flow Tube(s)

Paddlewheel Flow Sensor and Sensor Housing Assembly

Cables

Case

Mounted inside the Pelican case is a panel that has a digital flowmeter display

module, power switch, low battery indicator, and input cable connectors installed.

The case also houses a rechargeable battery and an AC charger/power supply. A slot

cutout in the front panel allows for the storage of cables. All controls and indicators

are located on the front panel. (Refer to Controls and Indicators.)

Digital Flowmeter Display Module

The flowmeter display module contains a digital display, two buttons and an LED.

It also houses the electronics and programs that are used to operate the portable tester.

The programs are accessed and inputs are made by using two buttons on the front of

the display module.

Battery and Charger

The battery and charger used in the tester is a maintenance free, sealed lead acid

battery. If any problems occur with any of the charging circuits, or if it is found during

a test that the battery is not charged, it is possible to power the unit directly from either

a 120 VAC or a 12 VDC source. (Refer to Power section.)

Flow Tube(s)

The tester can store in memory calibration data for up to six flow tubes. Each

flow tube will have a mount for a paddlewheel flow sensor.

Paddlewheel Flow Sensor

The flow sensor provides an input signal to the display module that is proportional

to the flow rate through the tube. It is mounted in the discharge end of the tube. The

electrical connector is waterproof and molded into the flow sensor housing.

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Figure 1. Controls and Indicators

Mode Button Total ButtonTotalx100

LED

Digital

Display

Storage area for

all cables.

120 VAC Power

Cable Input

(For power or to charge

the internal battery.)

12V DC Power

Cable Input

(Requires optional

power cable.)

Low

Battery

Indicator

ON / OFF

Switch

Flow Sensor

Cable Input

Digital

Flowmeter

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TYPICAL APPLICATIONS

Hydrant Total Flow Test

A direct reading of flow in Gallons Per Minute (GPM) can be obtained by

connecting the portable flow tester to a discharge, flow water and record the flow

displayed. The tester can also be used (employing some simple math) to find the total

output of a hydrant. This can be accomplished by recording the differences in flow

out of one discharge as other ports on the hydrant are opened.

The hydrant test method described below assumes the use of a portable flow

testerwith a 2.5" flow tube. If adifferentsizetubeis used, the mathematicalcalculations

below would need to be adjusted.

The Portable Flow tester may be connected to the 2.5" hydrant port in order to

obtain individual hydrant flow measurements. Other ports may be opened as desired.

To conduct this test, proceed as follows:

1. Connect the flow tube to a 2.5" port. (Adapters are not supplied.)

2. Open the hydrant valve and record the flow reading.

3. Shut off the hydrant and remove the other 2.5" cap.

4. Open the hydrant valve and record the flow reading.

Note: This reading will be lower than the first reading as the water is now

being discharged from two ports.

5. If the hydrant has a steamer port, open that and record the flow as above.

If more than one port is opened, the total actual flow will be higher than the

displayed flow, but it will be in proportion to the opened port areas. The actual flow

can be determined by multiplying the displayed flow by a "K" factor such that:

Total Actual Flow = Displayed Flow x K

Use the values for "K" in Table 1 to determine actual estimated flow.

Table 1. Values for K With a 2.5" Flow Tube

PORTS OPENED K

One 2.5" port with 2.5" flowmeter attached 1.00

Two 2.5" ports, one with 2.5" flowmeter attached 2.00

One 2.5" with 2.5" flowmeter attached and one 4.5 “ steamer 4.24

Two 2.5", one with 2.5" flowmeter attached and one 4.5" steamer 5.24

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For different size flow tubes the value for K that is used to determine total flow

out of the hydrant will be different than those shown in Table 1. Use the following

formula to determine new value for K.

Total Flow Area

Constant K =

Area of Flow Tube Opening

Total Flow Area = Finding the sum of the areas of all open discharges.

(Area of a circle is

r2)

"K" factor are used as multipliers to determine total flow out of a hydrant when

the portable flow tester is hooked up to only one port of the hydrant, but water is

flowing out of more than one.

Pump Test

The Portable Flow Tester can be used to test pumpers not only from draft but

also from the tank or from a hydrant. It is extremely valuable to know not only that

your pumper can pass the service test, but remember it is necessary to know your

capabilities on the fire ground.

Make sure your pump can supply your preconnected lines with enough water

from the tank, if that is the way you expect to use them. For in-line pump testing,

attach the portable flow tester to the hydrant and run a typical hose layout. Next,

extend your standard fire fighting lines and open them. Monitor the flow.

For the service type of test, connect three lines into a common manifold. On the

discharge of the manifold connect a short length of hose leading into the portable

flow tester. Attach another length of hose on the discharge side and connect this to a

deck gun or monitor. If the monitor incorporates a sufficient straight length, with an

integral stream straightener, then the tester may be attached on to the discharge end of

the monitor in lieu of the nozzle.

Test the pumper according to the certification pressure, RPM, and volume or

pressure pump settings. To do that, set the RPM and then adjust the pump pressure by

adjusting the discharge valves. Correct the RPM if it has changed and readjust the

pressure if that has changed. When you are at the correct pressure and RPM point,

note the flow. The flow should meet the pumper rating at that pressure and RPM.

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Nozzle Test

Attach a hose to the inlet of the flow tube and the nozzle to be tested on the

discharge of the flow tube. The nozzle may be either a smooth bore type or automatic.

Flow the nozzle at various pressures and note the flow and pressure displayed on the

readout.Thistestwillprovide a vividdepiction of the nozzlepressure/flow relationship.

Training

Use the Portable Flow Tester in training sessions to show firemen the effects of

pressure and flow on hose handling, reach of stream, the effects of kinked hose, etc. as

pumper pressure and nozzle sizes are changed.

Install the flow tube in the line behind the nozzle, preferably not directly on to the

discharge port of the pumper. Both the nozzleman and the pump operator vary their

valves. It is now possible to monitor the flow and thus determine the optimum flow

for various situations. This will be a graphic presentation of interaction of pressure,

flow, and nozzles. It will also demonstrate the desirability of Fire Research Flow and

PressureTesters, whichhavebeen specifically designed forthe fire industry, particularly

in the case where automatic nozzles are used.

Calibrate a Vehicle Mounted Flowmeter

1. Connect the portable flow tester flow tube to the pump suction port. (Refer to

Figure 2.)

2. Lay a 2 1/2" hose from the discharge to be tested to the flow tube making sure

there is no kink in the hose.

3. With the pump engaged open the discharge gate slowly all the way.

4. Control the flow with the suction port valve and by changing the RPM if

needed.

5. Read the displayed flow on the tester flowmeter.

Note: Referto the vehicle flowmetermanufacturer'sinstructions to determine

how to adjust the calibration of the vehicle mounted flowmeter.

6. Have an assistant calibrate the vehicle flowmeter to match the reading on the

tester flowmeter.

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