Commissioning; General Information - ABB VA Master FAM540 Inbetriebnahmeanleitung

Commissioning

5 Commissioning
5.1

General information

General information
• When using meter with fluids carefully remove the air to prevent gas bubbles.
• When using meter with gases increase the flow pressure slowly.
• Vary the flow with help of adjustable valves (control valves) to protect the float from pressure
shock waves. Otherwise, the flowmeter may be damaged.
• The optional use of gas damping may not be used to compensate for shock waves.
Inspection prior to switching on auxiliary power
Prior to commissioning the unit, check the following:
• The wiring is correctly implemented according to the connection diagram, see chapter
"Electrical connection",
• The flowmeter is grounded properly,
• The ambient conditions meet specifications,
• The auxiliary power must match information on the model plate.
Inspection after switching on auxiliary power
After commissioning perform the following step:
• Check and configure the measurement parameters according to operating conditions.
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