Umfluxus F401v2-2en

Operating instruction
FLUXUS F401
UMFLUXUS_F401V2-2EN
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Operating instruction for

FLUXUS F401
UMFLUXUS_F401V2-2EN, 2022-03-01
Article number: 25378
Copyright (©) FLEXIM GmbH 2022
Subject to change without prior notice.
FLUXUS F401 Table of contents
Table of contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.1 General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.2 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.3 Not intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.4 Safety instructions for the user . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.5 Safety instructions for the operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.6 Safety instructions for electrical work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.7 Safety instructions for transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.8 Recommended procedure in hazardous situations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3 General principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1 Measurement principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.2 Measurement arrangements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.3 Acoustic penetration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.4 Undisturbed flow profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4 Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.1 Measuring system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.2 Handling concept . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.3 Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.4 Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5 Transport and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
5.1 Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
5.2 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.1 Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.2 Transducers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
7.1 Transducers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
7.2 Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
7.3 Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
7.4 Connection of the RS232 service interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
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8 Start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
8.1 Start-up settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
8.2 Switching on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
8.3 Program branches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
8.4 HotCodes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
8.5 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
8.6 Initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
8.7 Time and date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
8.8 Instrument information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
9 Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
9.1 Parameter input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
9.2 Measurement settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
9.3 Start of the measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
9.4 Display of measured values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
9.5 Execution of special functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
9.6 Determination of the flow direction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
9.7 Stop of the measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
10 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
10.1 Problems with the measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
10.2 Measuring point selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
10.3 Maximum acoustic contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
10.4 Application-specific problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
10.5 Significant deviations of the measured values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
10.6 Problems with the totalizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
11 Maintenance and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
11.1 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
11.2 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
12 Dismounting and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
12.1 Dismounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
12.2 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
13 Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
13.1 Installation of a binary output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
13.2 Activation of a binary output as pulse output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
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14 Data logger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
14.1 Activation/Deactivation of the data logger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
14.2 Setting the storage rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
14.3 Configuration of the data logger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
14.4 Measurement with activated data logger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
14.5 Deletion of measured values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
14.6 Information relating the data logger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
15 Data transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
15.1 FluxDiagReader/FluxDiag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
15.2 Terminal program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
15.3 Transmission parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
15.4 Data format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
15.5 Data structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
16 Advanced functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
16.1 Low-power mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
16.2 Night-flow mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
16.3 Totalizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
16.4 NoiseTrek parallel beam mode (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
16.5 Upper limit of the flow velocity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
16.6 Cut-off flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
16.7 Profile correction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
16.8 Uncorrected flow velocity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
16.9 Diagnosis with the help of the snap function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
16.10 Activation of a binary output as alarm output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
16.11 Behavior of the alarm outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
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17 SuperUser mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

17.1 Activation/deactivation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
17.2 Defining flow parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
17.3 Setting of the measuring time in the low-power mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
17.4 Setting of measuring cycles in the night-flow mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
17.5 Limit of the signal amplification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
17.6 Upper limit of the sound speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
17.7 Detection of long measurement failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
17.8 Number of decimal places of the totalizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
17.9 Manual reset of the totalizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
17.10 Display of the totalizer sum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
17.11 Display of the last valid measured value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
17.12 Displays during the measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
18 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
18.1 Dialogs and menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
18.2 Measurement settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
18.3 Contrast settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
18.4 Program code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Annex
A Menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
B Units of measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
C Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
D Conformity declarations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
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1 Introduction
FLUXUS F401
1 Introduction
This operating instruction has been written for users operating the ultrasonic flowmeter
FLUXUS. It contains important information about the measuring equipment, how to han-
dle it correctly, and how to avoid damages. Read the safety instructions carefully. Make
sure you have read and understood this operating instruction before using the measuring
equipment.
Any work on the measuring equipment has to be carried out by authorized and qualified
personnel in order to detect and avoid possible risks and dangers.
Presentation of warnings
This operating instruction contains warnings marked as follows:
Danger!
Type and source of danger
danger with high level of risk, which if not avoided, can lead to death or
serious injuries
→ measures of prevention
Warning!
danger with medium level of risk, which if not avoided, can lead to death
or serious injuries
Caution!
danger with low level of risk, which if not avoided, can lead to minor or
moderate injuries
Important!
This text contains important information which should be observed to avoid material
damage.
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1 Introduction
FLUXUS F401
Notice!
This text contains important information about the handling of the measuring equip-
ment.
Storage of the operational manual

The operating instruction must permanently be available at the place where the measur-
ing equipment is used. It must always be available to the user.
User comments
All reasonable effort has been made to ensure the correctness of the content of this oper-
ating instruction. If you however find some erroneous information or miss information,
please inform us.
We will be grateful for any suggestions and comments regarding the concept and your
experience working with the measuring equipment. If you have any suggestions about
improving the documentation and particularly this operating instruction, please let us
know so that we can consider your comments for future reprints.
Copyright
The contents of this operating instruction are subject to changes without prior notice. All
rights reserved. No part of this operating instruction may be reproduced in any form with-
out FLEXIM's written permission.
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2 Safety instructions
FLUXUS F401 2.1 General safety instructions
2.1 General safety instructions
Prior to any work, read the operating instruction carefully and in full.
Failure to comply with the instructions, in particular with the safety instructions, poses a
risk to health and can lead to material damages. For further information, contact FLEXIM.
During installation and operation of the measuring equipment, observe the ambient and
installation conditions specified in the documentation.
The measuring equipment has to be checked for proper condition and operational safety
before each use. If troubles or damages have occurred during installation or operation of
the measuring equipment, please inform FLEXIM.
It is not allowed to make unauthorized modifications or alterations to the measuring equip-
ment.
The personnel has to be suitably trained and experienced for the work.
2.2 Intended use

The measuring equipment is intended for the measurement of fluid properties in closed
pipes. By means of connected transducers, the transit times of the ultrasonic signals in
the fluid and the pipe are measured and evaluated.
The transmitter uses these values to calculate the sought quantities, e.g., volumetric flow
rate, mass flow rate, heat quantity, density and concentration. Through comparison with
the values stored in the transmitter further physical quantities can be determined. The
physical quantities are provided via configurable outputs and the display.
• All instructions of this operating instruction have to be observed to ensure intended use.
• Any use beyond or other than the intended use is not covered by warranty and can
present a danger. Any damage arising from not intended use shall be solely the liability
of the operator or user.
• The measurement is carried out without direct contact to the fluid in the pipe. The flow
profile is not influenced.
• The transducers are fixed to the pipe using the supplied transducer mounting fixture.
• Observe the operating conditions, e.g., environment, voltage ranges. For the technical
data of the transmitter, transducers and accessories, see technical specification.
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2.3 Not intended use FLUXUS F401
2.3 Not intended use

Not intended use in terms of a misuse means:
• any work on the measuring equipment without observing all instructions in this operat-
ing instruction
• use of transmitter, transducer and accessories combinations not intended by FLEXIM
• installation of the transmitter, transducers and accessories in explosive atmospheres
they are not approved for
• any work on the measuring equipment (e.g., installation, dismounting, connection, start-
up, operation, service and maintenance) carried out by unauthorized and untrained per-
sonnel
• storage, installation and operation of the measuring equipment outside the specified
ambient conditions, see technical specification
2.4 Safety instructions for the user

Any work on the transmitter has to be carried out by authorized and qualified personnel.
Observe the safety instructions in the operating instruction. For the technical data of the
transmitter, transducers and accessories, see technical specification.
• Observe the safety and accident prevention regulations applicable on the site of operation.
• Only use the supplied mounting fixtures and transducers as well as the intended acces-
sories.
• Always wear the required personal protective equipment.
2.5 Safety instructions for the operator

• The operator shall qualify the personnel to perform their assigned tasks. The operator
shall provide the required personal protective equipment and oblige the personnel to
wear it. It is recommended to risk assess the workplace.
• Besides the safety instructions in this operating instruction, the health, safety and envi-
ronment regulations applicable for the range of application of the transmitter, transduc-
ers and accessories have to be observed.
• With the exceptions stated in chapter 11, the measuring equipment is maintenance-
free. Any components and spare parts may only be replaced by FLEXIM. The operator
shall carry out periodic checks for changes or damages that can present a danger. For
further information, contact FLEXIM.
• Observe the specifications for the installation and connection of the transmitter, trans-
ducers and accessories, see chapter 6 and 7.
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FLUXUS F401 2.6 Safety instructions for electrical work
2.6 Safety instructions for electrical work

• Electrical work may only be carried out if there is enough space.
• The degree of protection of the transmitter is only ensured if the cables are firmly con-
nected to the transmitter and all unused connections are covered.
• The condition and tight fit of the electrical connections have to be checked at regular in-
tervals.
• The power supply unit for charging the battery may only be connected to networks up to
overvoltage category II. Use only the supplied power supply unit. For the power supply
via power cable and power adapter, observe the safety instructions in chapter 7, sec-
tion 7.2.
• The transmitter and the power supply unit must not be disassembled, see Fig. 2.1. The
transmitter does not contain any components to be maintained by the user. For repair
and service work, please contact FLEXIM.
• Observe the safety and accident prevention regulations for electrical systems and
equipment.
Fig. 2.1: Transmitter
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2.7 Safety instructions for transport FLUXUS F401
2.7 Safety instructions for transport

• If you detect a transport damage when unpacking the delivery, please contact the sup-
plier or FLEXIM immediately.
• The transmitter is a sensitive electronic measuring instrument. Avoid shocks or impacts.
• Handle the transducer cable with care. Avoid excessive bending or buckling. Observe
the ambient conditions.
• Select a solid surface to put the transmitter, transducers and accessories on.
• The transmitter, transducers and accessories have to be properly packed for transport:
– Use, if possible, the original packaging by FLEXIM or an equivalent cardboard box.
– Position the transmitter, transducers and accessories in the middle of the cardboard
box.
– Fill any voids with appropriate packaging material (e.g., paper, foam, bubble wrap).
– Protect the cardboard box against humidity.
2.8 Recommended procedure in hazardous situations

Fire fighting measures
• If possible, disconnect the transmitter from the power supply.
• Prior to extinguishing, protect any electrical parts that are not affected by the fire (e.g.,
using a cover).
• Select a suitable extinguishing agent. Avoid, if possible, conductive extinguishing
agents.
• Observe the applicable minimum distances. The minimum distances differ depending
on the used extinguishing agent.
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3 General principles
FLUXUS F401 3.1 Measurement principle
In the ultrasonic flow measurement, the flow velocity of the fluid in a pipe is determined.
Further physical quantities are derived from the flow velocity and from additional physical
quantities, if necessary.
3.1 Measurement principle

The flow velocity of the fluid is measured using the transit time difference correlation prin-
ciple.
3.1.1 Terms
Flow profile
Distribution of flow velocities over the cross-sectional pipe area. For an optimal measure-
ment, the flow profile has to be fully developed and axisymmetrical. The shape of the flow
profile depends on whether the flow is laminar or turbulent and is influenced by the condi-
tions at the inlet of the measuring point.
Reynolds number Re
Coefficient describing the turbulence behavior of a fluid in the pipe. The Reynolds number
Re is calculated from the flow velocity, the kinematic viscosity of the fluid and the inner
pipe diameter.
If the Reynolds number exceeds a critical value (usually approx. 2300, if the fluid flows in
a pipe), a transition from a laminar flow to a turbulent flow takes place.
Laminar flow
A flow without any turbulence. There is no mixing between the parallel flowing layers of
the fluid.
Turbulent flow
A flow with turbulences (swirling of the fluid). In technical applications, the flow in the pipe
is mostly turbulent.
Transition range
The flow is partly laminar and partly turbulent.
Sound speed c
Speed of the propagating sound. The sound speed depends on the mechanical proper-
ties of the fluid or the pipe material. In pipe materials and other solid materials, a distinc-
tion is made between the longitudinal and transversal sound speed. For the sound speed
of some fluids and materials, see annex C.
Flow velocity v
Average value of all flow velocities of the fluid over the cross-sectional pipe area.
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Acoustic calibration factor ka

c

ka = -----------
sin 
-
The acoustic calibration factor ka is a transducer parameter which results from the sound
speed c within the transducer and the angle of incidence. According to Snell's law of re-
fraction, the angle of propagation in the adjoining fluid or pipe material is:
c
 c c
ka = -----------
sin 
- = -----------
sin 
- = ----------
sin 
-
Fluid mechanics correction factor kRe

With the fluid mechanics calibration factor kRe, the measured value of the flow velocity in
the area of the sound beam is converted into the value of the flow velocity across the
whole cross-sectional pipe area. In case of a fully developed flow profile, the fluid me-
chanics calibration factor only depends on the Reynolds number and the roughness of
the inner pipe wall. The fluid mechanics calibration factor is recalculated by the transmit-
ter for each new measurement.
·
Volumetric flow rate V
·
V =v·A
The volume of the fluid that passes through the pipe per unit time. The volumetric flow
rate is calculated from the product of the flow velocity v and the cross-sectional pipe area
A.
·
Mass flow rate m
·
· = V ·ρ
m
The mass of the fluid that passes through the pipe per unit time. The mass flow rate is
·
calculated from the product of the volumetric flow rate V and the density ρ.
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3.1.2 Measurement of the flow velocity in the TransitTime mode

The signals are emitted and received by 2 transducers alternatively in and against the
flow direction. If the fluid is flowing, the signals propagating in the fluid are displaced with
the flow.
Caused by this displacement, the sound path of the signal in flow direction is reduced
and the signal against the flow direction is increased, see Fig. 3.1 and Fig. 3.2.
This causes a change in the transit times. The transit time of the signal in flow direction is
shorter than the transit time against the flow direction. The transit time difference is pro-
portional to the average flow velocity.
The average flow velocity of the fluid is calculated as follows:
t
v = kRe · ka · ----------
2t
-

where
v – average flow velocity of the fluid

kRe – fluid mechanics calibration factor
ka – acoustic calibration factor
Δt – transit time difference
tγ – transit time in the fluid
Fig. 3.1: Sound path of the signal in the flow direction
1 2
reduction of the
3 α cα cα sound path
β cβ
γ
cγ sound path
without flow
flow direction of sound path with flow

the fluid
c – sound speed
1 – transducer (emitter)
2 – transducer (receiver)
3 – pipe wall
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Fig. 3.2: Sound path of the signal against the flow direction
2 1
increase of the
sound path cα cα α 3
cβ β
sound path γ
without flow cγ
flow direction of sound path with flow

the fluid
c – sound speed
1 – transducer (emitter)
2 – transducer (receiver)
3 – pipe wall
Fig. 3.3: Transit time difference Δt
1 2
Δt
1 – signal in the flow direction

2 – signal against the flow direction
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3.1.3 Measurement of the flow velocity in the NoiseTrek parallel beam

mode (optional)
Pipes with a small pipe diameter or fluids which strongly attenuate the ultrasonic signal
can cause a reduction of the transit time in the fluid with the result that the signal quality
is no longer sufficient. In this case the NoiseTrek parallel beam mode has to be used.
The NoiseTrek parallel beam mode uses the presence of gas bubbles and/or solid parti-
cles in the fluid.
Ultrasonic signals are sent into the fluid at short intervals, reflected by the gas bubbles
and/or the solids particles and again received. This leads to a better signal quality. The
transducers are mounted in parallel on the pipe at a small distance, see Fig. 3.4.
A measurement in TransitTime mode is not possible when working with this measure-
ment arrangement.
Fig. 3.4: Measurement arrangement in the NoiseTrek parallel beam mode
The transit time difference t of 2 consecutive ultrasonic signals is determined. It be-

haves proportionately to the distance the gas bubble/solid particle is covering between 2
consecutive pulses and thus, to the average flow velocity of the fluid, see Fig. 3.5.
Fig. 3.5: Measurement of the flow velocity in the NoiseTrek parallel beam mode
transducers transducers
pulse at time t pulse at time t + Δtp
ultrasonic signal S1 ultrasonic signal S2

transit time t1 transit time t2
gas bubble or gas bubble or

solids particle solids particle
flow direction flow direction
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The average flow velocity of the fluid is calculated as follows:

t
v = kRe · ka · ---------------
2  t
-
p
where
v – average flow velocity of the fluid

kRe – fluid mechanics calibration factor
ka – acoustic calibration factor
Δtp – time difference between 2 consecutive pulses
Δt – transit time difference of ultrasonic signals S1 and S2 (Δt = t2 - t1)
3.2 Measurement arrangements

3.2.1 Terms
Diagonal arrangement Reflection arrangement
The transducers are mounted on opposite The transducers are mounted on the same
sides of the pipe. side of the pipe.
Sound path
The distance covered by the ultrasonic signal after crossing the pipe once. The number
of the sound paths is:
• odd if the measurement is carried out in diagonal arrangement
• even if the measurement is carried out in reflection arrangement
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FLUXUS F401 3.2 Measurement arrangements
Beam
The path covered by the ultrasonic signal between the transducers, i.e., the transducer
emitting the ultrasonic signal and the transducer receiving it. One beam consists of 1 or
several sound paths.
Fig. 3.6: Diagonal arrangement with Fig. 3.7: Reflection arrangement with
1 beam and 3 sound paths 1 beam and 4 sound paths
Transducer distance
The transducer distance is measured between the inner edges of the transducers.
reflection arrangement
diagonal arrangement
(positive transducer distance)
diagonal arrangement
(negative transducer distance)
a
a – transducer distance
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Sound beam plane

plane, containing sound paths or beams
Fig. 3.8: 2 sound paths in 1 plane
3.2.2 Examples
Diagonal arrangement with 1 beam Reflection arrangement with 1 beam
1 transducer pair 1 transducer pair

1 sound path 2 sound paths
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FLUXUS F401 3.3 Acoustic penetration
3.3 Acoustic penetration

The pipe has to be acoustically penetrable at the measuring point. The acoustic penetra-
tion is given when pipe and fluid do not attenuate the sound signal so strongly that it is
completely absorbed before reaching the second transducer.
The attenuation caused by the pipe and the fluid depends on:
• kinematic viscosity of the fluid
• proportion of gas bubbles and solids in the fluid
• deposits on the inner pipe wall
• pipe material
The following requirements have to be met at the measuring point:
• the pipe is always completely filled
• no solid deposits in the pipe
• no bubble formation in the pipe
Notice!
Even bubble-free fluids can form gas bubbles when the fluid expands, e.g., before
pumps and after great cross-section extensions.
Observe the following notes on the selection of the measuring point:

Horizontal pipe
Select a measuring point where the transducers can be mounted laterally on the pipe, al-
lowing the sound waves to propagate horizontally in the pipe. Thus, solids on the bottom
of the pipe or gas bubbles in the pipe's upper part are prevented from influencing the
propagation of the signal, see Fig. 3.9 and Fig. 3.10.
Fig. 3.9: Recommended transducer Fig. 3.10: Disadvantageous transducer

mounting position mounting position
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Vertical pipe
Select the measuring point at a pipe location where the fluid flows upward. The pipe has
to be completely filled, see Fig. 3.11 and Fig. 3.12.

Free inlet or outlet pipe section

Select the measuring point at a pipe section where the pipe cannot run empty, see Fig.
3.13 and Fig. 3.14.

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FLUXUS F401 3.4 Undisturbed flow profile
3.4 Undisturbed flow profile

Some flow elements (e.g., elbows, valves, pumps, reducers) distort the flow profile in
their vicinity. The axisymmetrical flow profile in the pipe needed for correct measurement
is no longer given. A careful selection of the measuring point helps to reduce the impact
of disturbance sources.
It is most important that the measuring point is chosen at a sufficient distance from any
disturbances. Only then it can be assumed that the flow profile in the pipe is fully
developed. However, measuring results can be obtained even if the recommended
distance to disturbances cannot be met for practical reasons (no ideal inflow, see section
16.7).
The recommended straight inlet and outlet pipe lengths for different types of flow distur-
bance sources are shown in the examples in Tab. 3.1.
Tab. 3.1: Recommended distance from disturbance sources

D – nominal pipe diameter at the measuring point
l – recommended distance between disturbance source and transducer position
disturbance source: 90° elbow
inlet: l ≥ 10 D outlet: l ≥ 5 D
l l
disturbance source: 2 × 90° elbows on different planes
l l
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Tab. 3.1: Recommended distance from disturbance sources

D – nominal pipe diameter at the measuring point
l – recommended distance between disturbance source and transducer position
disturbance source: valve
l l
disturbance source: reducer
l l
disturbance source: pump
inlet: l ≥ 20 D
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4 Product description
FLUXUS F401 4.1 Measuring system
4.1 Measuring system
The measurement system consists of a transmitter, the ultrasonic transducers and the
pipe on which the measurement is carried out, see Fig. 4.1.
Fig. 4.1: Example for a measurement arrangement
1
2
1 – transducer
2 – pipe
3 – transmitter
The ultrasonic transducers are mounted on the pipe. They send and receive ultrasonic
signals through the fluid.
The transmitter controls the measuring cycle, eliminates noise signals and analyzes use-
ful signals. The measured values can be displayed, used for calculations and transmitted
by the transmitter.
4.2 Handling concept

The transmitter is operated via the keyboard. The keyboard can be accessed by opening
the cover.
The selected program branch is displayed in angle brackets and capital letters, see Fig.
4.2. The complete name of the selected program branch is displayed in the lower line.
Select a program branch with key and . Press ENTER.
• par (Parameter)
• mea (Measuring)
• opt (Output Options)
• sf (Special Funct.)
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Fig. 4.2: Command panel of the transmitter
3
4
>PAR< mea opt sf
Parameter
1
1 – display
2 – keyboard
3 – status indicator "charge state"
4 – status indicator "power supply"
For a description of the individual program branches, see Tab. 4.1.
Tab. 4.1: Description of the program branches
program branch description
Parameter Before starting a measurement, the transducer, pipe and fluid parameters
have to be entered in the program branch Parameter.
Measuring After the input of the transducer distance, the measurement is started in
the program branch Measuring.
Output Options Channel-related settings such as determination of the physical quantity,

unit of measurement and parameters for the transmission of measured
values are set in the program branch Output Options.
Special Funct. Includes global settings which are not directly related to the measurement.
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FLUXUS F401 4.3 Navigation
4.3 Navigation
4.3.1 Scroll lists
If a vertical arrow ↕ is displayed, the menu item contains a scroll list. The current list item
is displayed in the lower line.
Special Funct. ↕
SYSTEM settings
• Press key and to scroll and select a list item in the lower line.
• Press ENTER.
Some menu item contain a horizontal scroll list in the lower line. The selected list item is
displayed in angle brackets and capital letters.
Lining
no YES
• Press key and to scroll and select a list item in the lower line.
• Press ENTER.
Some menu items contain a horizontal scroll list in the upper line. The selected list item is
displayed in angle brackets and capital letters. The current value of the list item is dis-
played in the lower line.
R1=FUNC< typ mode

Function MAX
• Press key to scroll and select a list item in the upper line.
• Press key to scroll and select a value for the selected list item in the lower line.
• Press ENTER.
4.3.2 Input fields
OUTER DIAMETER
100.0 mm
• Enter the value with keys and , see Tab. 4.6.

• Press ENTER.
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4.3.3 Status indications

The status indicators only light if the transmitter is switched on and the display light is
activated.
Tab. 4.2: Status indicator "power supply"
LED flashes green transmitter is connected to the power supply; battery is charging
LED lights green transmitter is connected to the power supply, battery is charged
LED flashes red battery almost empty
LED shortly flashes transmitter in low-power or night-flow mode

red every 5 s
Tab. 4.3: Status indicator "charge state" (red LEDs)
LEDs light number of LED lights displays the charge state of the battery (not in
low-power and in night-flow mode)
4.4 Keyboard
The keyboard has 6 keys: I/O, ENTER, BRK, C, and .
Tab. 4.4: General functions
I/O switching the transmitter on/off

switching the display light on/off
switching off the transmitter by pressing key I/O for 3 seconds
ENTER confirmation of selection or input
BRK + C INIT: When switching on the transmitter press these 2 keys simultane-
ously to execute the initialization, see section 8.6.
BRK + C + ENTER Reset: press these 3 keys simultaneously to correct a malfunction. The
reset has the same effect as a restart of the transmitter. Stored data are
not affected.
BRK interruption of the measurement and selection of the main menu

Be careful not to stop a current measurement by inadvertently pressing
key BRK.
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FLUXUS F401 4.4 Keyboard
Tab. 4.5: Navigation
scroll to the right or up through a scroll list
scroll to the left or down through a scroll list
Tab. 4.6: Input of numbers
move the cursor to the right
scroll through the numbers above the cursor
C move the cursor to the left

If the cursor is on the left margin:
• an already edited value will be reset to the value which was stored pre-
viously
• an unedited value will be deleted
If the entered value is not valid, an error message will be displayed.
Press ENTER and enter a correct value.
Tab. 4.7: Input of text
move the cursor to the right
scroll through the characters above the cursor
C reset all characters to the last stored entry
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5 Transport and storage
5.1 Transport FLUXUS F401
5 Transport and storage
Caution!
When packaging, the transmitter can fall down.
There is a danger of crushing body parts or damaging the measuring
equipment.
→ Secure the transmitter against falling during packaging. Wear the
required personal protective equipment. Observe the applicable rules.
Caution!
When lifting, the center of gravity of the transmitter can be displaced
within the cardboard box. The transmitter can fall down.
There is a danger of crushing body parts or damaging the measuring
equipment.
→ Secure the transmitter against falling during transport. Wear the
required personal protective equipment. Observe the applicable rules.
5.1 Transport
The measuring equipment must be packaged properly for transport, see section 2.7. For
weight indications of the transmitter and the transducers, see technical specification.
5.2 Storage
The transmitter and the transducers have to be stored in a dry place.
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6 Installation
FLUXUS F401 6.1 Transmitter
6 Installation
Caution!
Touching hot or cold surfaces
This may result in injuries (e.g., thermal damages).
→ Observe the ambient conditions at the measuring point during installa-
tion. Wear the required personal protective equipment. Observe the
applicable rules.
6.1 Transmitter
6.1.1 Transmitter structure
The command panel can be accessed by opening the cover.
Fig. 6.1: Command panel of the transmitter
2 4
1 – status indicator "charge state"

2 – status indicator "power supply"
3 – RS232 service interface
4 – 2 × 16 digit LCD display, backlight
5 – keyboard
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6.2 Transducers FLUXUS F401
Fig. 6.2: Connections on the transmitter
1 2 3
1 – output
2 – transducers
3 – power supply
6.2 Transducers
6.2.1 Preparation
6.2.1.1 Measuring point selection
The correct selection of the measuring point is crucial for achieving reliable measure-
ment results and a high measurement accuracy.
A measurement on a pipe is possible if:
• the ultrasound propagates with a sufficiently high amplitude
• the flow profile is fully developed
The correct selection of the measuring point and the correct transducer positioning guar-
antee that the sound signal will be received under optimum conditions and evaluated cor-
rectly.
Because of the variety of applications and the different factors that influence the mea-
surement, there is no standard solution for the transducer positioning.
The measurement is influenced by the following factors:
– diameter, material, lining, wall thickness and shape of the pipe
– fluid
– gas bubbles in the fluid
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6 Installation
FLUXUS F401 6.2 Transducers
• Avoid measuring points in the vicinity of distorted or defective areas of the pipe or in the
vicinity of welds.
• Avoid measuring points with deposit formation in the pipe.
• Make sure the pipe surface at the selected measuring point is even.
• Select the location of the transmitter within the transducer cable range.
• The ambient temperature at the measuring point has to be within the operating tem-
perature range of the transmitter and the transducers, see technical specification.
6.2.1.2 Pipe preparation
Caution!
Contact with grinding dust
This may result in injuries (e.g., breathing difficulties, skin reactions, eye
irritations).
→ Wear the required personal protective equipment. Observe the applica-
ble rules.
Important!
The pipe has to be sufficiently stable to withstand the pressure exerted by the trans-
ducers and the tension straps.
Notice!
Observe the selection criteria of pipe and measuring point.
Rust, paint or deposits on the pipe absorb the sound signal. A good acoustic contact be-
tween the pipe and the transducers is obtained as follows:
• Clean the pipe at the selected measuring point.
– If present, the paint layer has to be smoothed by grinding. The paint does not need to
be removed completely.
– Remove rust or loose paint.
• Use coupling foil or apply a bead of acoustic coupling compound along the center line
of the contact surface of the transducers.
• Observe that there must be no air pockets between the transducer contact surface and
the pipe wall.
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6.2.1.3 Selection of the measurement arrangement
Diagonal arrangement with 1 beam Reflection arrangement with 1 beam
• wider flow velocity and sound speed • smaller flow velocity and sound speed
range compared to the reflection arrange compared to the diagonal arrange-
rangement ment
• use in the presence of deposits on the in- • transverse flow effects are compensated
ner pipe wall or with strongly attenuating because the beam crosses the pipe in 2
gases or liquids (only 1 sound path) directions
• higher accuracy of measurement be-
cause the accuracy increases with the
number of sound paths
If the measuring point is situated near an elbow, the following measurement arrange-
ments are recommended for the selection of the sound beam plane.
Vertical pipes Horizontal pipes
flow
direction
elbow plane
elbow
plane
flow direction
• The sound beam plan is selected in an • The sound beam plane is selected in an
angle of 90° to the elbow plane. The angle of 90° ± 45° to the elbow plane.
elbow is upstream of the measuring The elbow is upstream of the measuring
point. point.
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6 Installation
Bidirectional measurements
flow direction
• The sound beam plane is selected ac-

cording to the nearest elbow (horizontal
or vertical, depending on the pipe orien-
tation, see above).
6.2.2 Installation of the transducers

6.2.2.1 Orientation of the transducers and determination of the transducer
distance
Observe the orientation of the transducers. If the transducers have been mounted prop-
erly, the engravings on the transducers form an arrow, see Fig. 6.3. The transducer ca-
bles show in opposite directions.
Fig. 6.3: Orientation of the transducers and transducer distance
a – transducer distance
• Select the installation instructions that correspond to the supplied transducer mounting
fixture.
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6.2.2.2 Mounting of the transducers with transducer clamping fixture and ladder
chains
• Insert the transducer into the transducer clamping fixture until it snaps.
• Fix the chain to the hook of the transducer clamping fixture.
• Place the transducer clamping fixture onto the pipe.
• Place the chain around the pipe and fix it into the hook on the opposite side of the trans-
ducer clamping fixture.
• Fix the transducer tightly on the pipe using the tensioning screw of the transducer
clamping fixture.
• Fix the second transducer the same way.
Fig. 6.4: Mounting the transducers with transducer clamping fixture and ladder chain
1 2
1
3 3
1 – transducer clamping fixture

2 – tensioning screw
3 – hooks
4 – ladder chain
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6 Installation
6.2.2.3 Mounting of the transducers with transducer shoes and ball chains
• Insert the transducer into the transducer shoe. Turn the screw on top of the fastening
shoe by 90° to engage and lock its end in the groove on top of the inserted transducer.
• Place the transducer shoe on the pipe. Insert the last ball into the slot on the upper side
of one of the transducer shoe.
• Place the chain around the pipe.
• Tighten the chain and insert it into the other slot of the transducer shoe.
• Fix the second transducer the same way.
Fig. 6.5: Mounting of the transducers with transducer shoes and ball chains
2
1
1 – transducer shoe
2 – screw
3 – ball chain
To ensure the correct transducer distance, the material thickness (2 mm) of the transduc-
er shoes has to be added.
Notice!
transducer distance = distance between transducer shoes + 2 x 2 mm
Extension of the ball chain

In order to extend the chain, insert the last ball of the extension into the fastening clip of
the ball chain. The spare fastening clips supplied with the chain can be used to repair a
broken chain.
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6.2.2.4 Mounting of the transducers with transducer shoes and ladder chains
• Adjust the transducer distance on the ruler before installation of the transducer shoes.
• Place the transducer shoes on the pipe.
• Loosen the knurled screw.
• Place the chain around the pipe.
• Tighten the chain and insert it into the hook of the transducer shoe.
• Tension the chain by tightening the knurled screw.
• Fix the second transducer shoe in the same way.
• Insert the transducer into the transducer shoe.
• Tighten the screw on the upper side of the transducer shoe in order to fix the transducer
on the pipe.
• Fix the second transducer in the same way.
• Read the transducer distance from the ruler.
Fig. 6.6: Mounting of the transducers with transducer shoes and ladder chains
1 3
2
4 5
1 – ruler
2 – screw
3 – knurled nut
4 – transducer shoe
5 – hooks
6 – ladder chain
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7 Connection
7 Connection
The connections of the outputs, transducers and the power supply unit are located on the
rear side of the transmitter, see Fig. 7.1.
Fig. 7.1: Connections on the transmitter
1 2 3
1 – outputs
2 – transducers
3 – power supply unit/battery charging unit
7.1 Transducers
It is recommended to run the cables from the measuring point to the transmitter before
connecting the transducers to avoid load on the connectors.
Connection
• Remove the protective cap from the transmitter.
• Remove the protective cap from the transducer. Pull the knurled ring slightly back.
• Insert the connector into the transmitter socket. The red point on the connector has to
be aligned with the red marking on the socket.
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7 Connection
7.2 Power supply FLUXUS F401
Fig. 7.2: Transducer connector

1 2
pulling direction
3
4
1 – protective cap with marking

2 – knurled ring
3 – marking on the transmitter socket
4 – marking on the connector
Removal
• Pull the knurled ring slightly back and remove the connector from the transmitter socket.
• Put the protective cap on the connector. The red point on the connector has to be
aligned with the red marking on the protective cap.
• Put the protective cap on the transmitter socket.
7.2 Power supply

The transmitter can be operated with the integrated battery, the power supply unit or the
power pack PP026NN, see document QSPowerPack_PP026.
7.2.1 Battery operation

The transmitter has a Li-ion battery and can therefore be operated independently. When
delivered, the battery is charged with approx. 30 %. The battery does not need to be fully
charged before it is used for the first time.
If the LED of the status indicator "power supply" flashes red the battery is almost empty.
The capacity is sufficient for storing of the current parameter record. A measurement is
impossible.
Notice!
It is recommended to discharge and subsequently recharge the batteries completely
for at least once a year.
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7 Connection
FLUXUS F401 7.2 Power supply
Charging the battery

Connect the power supply to the transmitter, see section 7.2.2. Switch on the transmitter. The
charging starts automatically. The green LED flashes. The max. charging time is approx. 8 h.
During the charging process, the ambient temperature should be in the range of
0...45 °C.
A measurement can be made during the charging. Charging will be stopped automatically
when the battery is fully charged. The LED will light green.
Notice!
The battery will only be charged if the transmitter is switched on.
Optionally, the transmitter can be charged with a car adapter via the 12 V connector.
Battery storage
The battery remains in the transmitter. After storage, the transmitter can immediately be
operated with the battery.
• battery charge: > 30 %
• storing temperature: 12...25 °C
7.2.2 Power supply operation

Connection
• Remove the protective cap on the transmitter by turning it to the left.
• Insert the connector into the transmitter socket.
• Turn the knurled ring to the right in order to fix the connector.
Fig. 7.3: Connector on the output adapter/power supply unit
sense of rotation connect
remove
transmitter
pushing direction
1
1 – knurled ring
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7.3 Outputs FLUXUS F401
Removal
• Push the connector firmly toward the transmitter. Turn the knurled ring to the left and re-
move the connector from the transmitter socket.
• Screw the protective cap on the socket. Turn protective cap to the right in order to fix it.
Important!
→ Use only the supplied power supply unit.
→ The power supply is not protected against moisture. Use it only in dry rooms.
→ The voltage indicated on the power supply unit must not be exceeded.
→ Do not connect a defective power supply unit to the transmitter.
7.3 Outputs
Tab. 7.1: Circuit of the outputs
output transmitter external circuit remark
internal connection
circuit
passive Uext = 4…24 V

current C(+)
mA Uext > 0.022 A · Rext [Ω] + 4 V
output -
example:
Uext + Uext = 6 V
D(-) Rext ≤ 90 Ω
Rext is the sum of all ohmic resistances in the circuit (e.g., resistance of the conductors, resistance of
the amperemeter/voltmeter).
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FLUXUS F401 7.3 Outputs
Tab. 7.1: Circuit of the outputs
output transmitter external circuit remark
internal connection
circuit
binary circuit 1 Uext = 32 V

output Ic ≤ 200 mA
(opto-
A(+) Rc [kΩ] = Uext/Ic [mA]
relay)
V
B(-)
-
Rc Uext +
PLC
circuit 2
A(+)
V
B(-)
Rc Uext
PLC
+ -
Rext is the sum of all ohmic resistances in the circuit (e.g., resistance of the conductors, resistance of
the amperemeter/voltmeter).
Fig. 7.4: Terminal assignment for the connection of the outputs
B D
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7.4 Connection of the RS232 service interface FLUXUS F401
Output adapter (optional)
Fig. 7.5: Output adapter
1 2
1 – binary output
2 – current output
Connection
• Remove the protective cap on the transmitter by turning it to the left.
• Insert the connector into the transmitter socket.
• Turn the knurled ring to the right in order to fix the connector.
Fig. 7.6: Connector on the output adapter/power supply unit
sense of rotation connect
remove
transmitter
pushing direction
1
1 – knurled ring
Removal
• Push the connector firmly toward the transmitter. Turn the knurled ring to the left and re-
move the connector from the transmitter socket.
• Screw the protective cap on the socket. Turn protective cap to the right in order to fix it.
7.4 Connection of the RS232 service interface

The RS232 service interface is located on the front plate of the transmitter, see Fig. 6.1.
• Connect the RS232 cable to the transmitter and the serial interface of the PC. If the
RS232 cable cannot be connected to the PC, use the RS232/USB adapter.
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FLUXUS F401 8.1 Start-up settings
8 Start-up
8.1 Start-up settings
When starting up the transmitter for the first time, the following settings are required:
• language
• units of measurement
• date/time
These displays will only be indicated once when the transmitter is switched on for the first
time.
Select language
The available transmitter languages are displayed.

• Select a language.
• Press ENTER.
The menus are displayed in the selected language.
Engineer. Units
• Select metric or imperial.

• Press ENTER.
CANADA-REGION
• Select yes if the transmitter is to be used in the region of Canada.

• Press ENTER.
This display will only be indicated if imperial is selected.
TIME
The current time is displayed.

• Press ENTER to confirm the time or to set the current time via the keys and .
• Press ENTER.
DATE
The current date is displayed.

• Press ENTER to confirm the date or to set the current date via the keys and .
• Press ENTER.
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8.2 Switching on/off FLUXUS F401
8.2 Switching on/off

Press key I/O to switch on the transmitter.
As soon as the transmitter is switched on, the serial number of the transmitter is dis-
played for a short time. It is not possible to enter any data while the serial number is dis-
played.
Afterwards, the main menu is displayed in the default language. The language of the dis-
play can be set, see section 8.4.
Press key I/O 3 times to switch off the transmitter.
8.3 Program branches

The following schema shows the program branches. For a detailed overview of the menu
structure see annex A.
Parameter Measuring Output Options Special Funct.
Pipe parameters Measuring point number Physical quantity System settings1
Fluid parameter Number of sound paths Unit of measurement Instrument information
Transducer positioning Damping Print of measured values
Measurement Deletion of
measured values
Consistency check
1
SYSTEM settings contains the following menu items:
• dialogs and menus
• measurement
• outputs
• storing
• signal snap
• serial transmission
• miscellaneous
• clock settings
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FLUXUS F401 8.4 HotCodes
8.4 HotCodes
A HotCode is a digit sequence that activates certain functions and settings.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Miscellaneous
• Select the menu item Miscellaneous in the program branch Special Funct.\
SYSTEM settings.
• Press ENTER.
Input a HOTCODE
• Select yes to enter a HotCode.

• Press ENTER.
Please input a HOTCODE: 000000
• Enter the HotCode.

• Press ENTER.
• The error message INVALID HOTCODE will be displayed if an invalid HotCode has
been entered.
• Press ENTER.
Input a HOTCODE
• Select yes to enter the HotCode again or no to return to the menu item Miscellaneous.
• Press ENTER.
function HotCode
reset of the display to medium contrast 555000
language 9090xx
activation/deactivation of the SuperUser mode 071049
change transmission parameters of RS232 service interface 232-0-
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8.5 Language FLUXUS F401
8.5 Language
The language can be selected with the following HotCodes:
language HotCode
Dutch 909031
French 909033
Spanish 909034
English 909044
German 909049
When the last digit has been entered, the main menu is displayed in the selected lan-
guage.
The selected language remains activated when the transmitter is switched off and on
again. After an initialization of the transmitter, the language is reset to the default lan-
guage.
8.6 Initialization
During an initialization (INIT) of the transmitter, the settings in the program branches
Parameter and Output Options and some of the settings in the program branch
Special Funct. are reset to the default settings of the manufacturer.
Proceed as follows to execute an initialization:
• When switching on the transmitter: keep keys BRK and C pressed.
• During the operation of the transmitter: press keys BRK, C and ENTER at the same
time. A reset is executed. Release only key ENTER. Keep keys BRK and C pressed.
After the initialization has been executed, the message INITIALISATION DONE is dis-
played.
After the initialization, the remaining settings of the transmitter can be reset to the default
settings and/or the stored measured values can be deleted.
FACTORY DEFAULT
• Select yes to reset the remaining settings of the transmitter to default settings or no to
keep them at the current settings.
• Press ENTER.
If yes is selected, the message FACTORY DEFAULT DONE will be displayed.
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FLUXUS F401 8.7 Time and date
Delete Meas.Val.
• Select yes to delete the stored measured values or no to keep them.

• Press ENTER.
This display will only be indicated if measured values are stored in the transmitter.
8.7 Time and date

The transmitter has a battery-powered clock. Measured values are automatically stored
with date and time.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Set Clock\TIME
• Select the menu item Set Clock.

• Press ENTER.
The current time is displayed.
• Select ok to confirm the time or new to adjust it.
• Press ENTER.
• Select the character to be edited with key . Edit the selected character with key .
• Press ENTER.
The new time is displayed.
• Select ok to confirm the time or new to adjust it again.
• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Set Clock\DATE
After the time has been set, the date is displayed.

• Select ok to confirm the date or new to adjust it.
• Press ENTER.
• Select the character to be edited with key . Edit the selected character with key .
• Press ENTER.
The new date is displayed.
• Select ok to confirm the date or new to adjust it again.
• Press ENTER.
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8.8 Instrument information FLUXUS F401
8.8 Instrument information
Special Funct.\Instrum. Inform.
• Select the menu item Instrum. Inform. to get information about the transmitter.
• Press ENTER.
F401 -XXXXXXXX
The type and the serial number of the transmitter are displayed in the upper line.
Free: 18327
The max. available data logger will be displayed in the lower line (here: 18327 additional
measured values can be stored).
• Press ENTER.
V x.xx dd.mm.yy
The firmware version of the transmitter is displayed with the date in the lower line.
• Press ENTER.
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FLUXUS F401 9.1 Parameter input
9 Measurement
9.1 Parameter input
Notice!
The parameters will only be stored when the program branch Parameter has been
edited in its entirety.
Parameter
Outer Diameter
Wall Thickness
Pipe Material
Lining
Roughness
Medium Temperat.
Transducer Type
see annex A, p.142
The pipe and fluid parameters are entered for the selected measuring point. The param-
eter ranges are limited by the technical characteristics of the transducers and the trans-
mitter.
• Select the program branch Parameter.
• Press ENTER.
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9.1 Parameter input FLUXUS F401
9.1.1 Input of pipe parameters

Outer pipe diameter/pipe circumference
Parameter\Outer Diameter
• Enter the outer pipe diameter.

• Press ENTER.
An error message will be displayed if the entered parameter is outside the range. The
limit is displayed.
Example: upper limit 1100 mm for the connected transducers and for a pipe wall thick-
ness of 50 mm.
Outer Diameter
1100.0 MAXIMAL
It is possible to enter the pipe circumference instead of the outer pipe diameter, see
section 18.1).
If the input of the pipe circumference is activated and zero is entered in Outer Diameter,
the menu item Pipe Circumfer. will be displayed. If the pipe circumference is not to be en-
tered, press key BRK to return to the main menu and start the parameter input again.
Notice!
The inner pipe diameter (= outer pipe diameter - 2 × pipe wall thickness) will be cal-
culated internally.
If the value is not within the inner pipe diameter range of the connected transducers,
an error message will be displayed.
Pipe wall thickness
Parameter\Wall Thickness
• Enter the pipe wall thickness.

• Press ENTER.
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Pipe material
Parameter\Pipe Material
The pipe material has to be selected to be able to determine the corresponding sound
speed.
The sound speeds for the materials in the scroll list are stored in the transmitter.
• Select the pipe material.
• Press ENTER.
• If the material is not in the scroll list, select Other Material.
• Press ENTER.
Sound speed of the pipe material
Parameter\Pipe Material\Other Material\c-Material
• Enter the sound speed of the pipe material.

• Press ENTER.
Notice!
There are 2 sound speeds for pipe materials, the longitudinal and the transversal
one. Enter the sound speed which is nearer to 2500 m/s.
These displays will only be indicated if Other Material is selected.

For the sound speed of some materials, see annex C.
Lining
Parameter\Lining
• Select yes if the pipe has a lining. Select no if the pipe has no lining.
• Press ENTER.
Lining material
Parameter\Lining
• Select the lining material.

• Press ENTER.
• If the lining material is not included in the scroll list, select Other Material.
• Press ENTER.
This display will only be indicated if yes is selected in the menu item Lining.
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9.1 Parameter input FLUXUS F401
Sound speed of the lining material
Parameter\Lining\Other Material\c-Material
• Enter the sound speed of the lining material.

• Press ENTER.
Notice!
For pipe materials there are 2 sound speeds, the longitudinal and the transversal
one. Enter the sound speed which is nearer to 2500 m/s.
These displays will only be indicated if Other Material is selected.

Lining thickness
Parameter\Liner Thickness
• Enter the thickness of the lining.

• Press ENTER.
This display will only be indicated if yes is selected in the menu item Lining.
Pipe roughness
Parameter\Roughness
The flow profile of the fluid is influenced by the roughness of the inner pipe wall.
The roughness is used for the calculation of the profile correction factor.
In most cases, the pipe roughness cannot be exactly determined and must therefore be
estimated.
For the roughness of some materials, see annex C.
• Enter the roughness for the selected pipe or lining material.
• Change the value according to the condition of the inner pipe wall.
• Press ENTER.
Input of the disturbance distance
Parameter\Disturb.distance
• Enter the disturbance distance.

• Press ENTER.
This display will only be indicated if With disturbance is selected in the menu item
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\ProfileCorr 2.0.
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9.1.2 Input of fluid parameters

Fluid temperature
Parameter\Medium Temperat.
At the beginning of the measurement, the fluid temperature is used for the interpolation
of the sound speed and therefore for the calculation of the recommended transducer dis-
tance.
During the measurement, the fluid temperature is used for the interpolation of the density
and viscosity of the fluid.
The value entered here is used for the calculation if the fluid temperature is not mea-
sured.
• Enter the fluid temperature. The value has to be within the operating temperature of the
transducers.
• Press ENTER.
9.1.3 Selection of the transducer

The transducer type has to be selected.
Parameter\Transducer Type
• Select Standard to use the standard transducer parameters stored in the transmitter.
• Press ENTER.
Transducer ↕
CLAMPON 2MHZ
• Select the transducer frequency of the used transducer (see nameplate).

• Press ENTER.
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9.2 Measurement settings FLUXUS F401
9.2 Measurement settings

9.2.1 Selection of the physical quantity and the unit of measurement
Output Options
Physic. Quant.
Unit Of Measure
Damping
see annex A, p.143
The following physical quantities can be measured:

• sound speed
• flow velocity: is calculated on the basis of the measured transit time difference
• volumetric flow rate: is calculated by multiplying the flow velocity by the cross-sectional
pipe area
• mass flow rate: is calculated by multiplying the volumetric flow rate by the operating
density of the fluid
The physical quantity is selected as follows:
• Select the program branch Output Options.
• Press ENTER.
Output Options\Physic. Quant.
• Select the physical quantity in the scroll list.

• Press ENTER.
Output Options\Physic. Quant.\Volume flow
For the selected physical quantity (except for the sound speed), a scroll list with the avail-
able units of measurement is displayed. The unit of measurement which was selected
previously is displayed first.
• Select the unit of measurement of the selected physical quantity.
• Press ENTER.
Notice!
If the physical quantity or the unit of measurement is changed, the settings of the
outputs have to be checked, see section 9.2.3.
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FLUXUS F401 9.2 Measurement settings
9.2.2 Input of the damping factor

Each displayed measured value is a floating average of all measured values of the last x
seconds, with x being the damping factor. A damping factor of 1 s means that the mea-
sured values are not averaged because the measuring rate is approx 1/s. The default
value of 10 s is appropriate for normal flow conditions. Values which fluctuate strongly
due to a higher flow dynamic, require a higher damping factor.
Output Options\...\Damping

• Press ENTER until the menu item Damping is displayed.
• Enter the damping factor.
• Press ENTER.
• Press key BRK to return to the main menu.
Notice!
While the low-power mode is activated, the damping factor is max. 4 s.
9.2.3 Installation of an output
SYSTEM settings
Proc. outputs
Install Output
Enable I1
Source item
see annex A, p.146
If the transmitter is equipped with outputs, they have to be installed and activated before
they can be used:
• assignment of the physical quantity (source item) to be transmitted to the output by the
source channel, and the properties of the signal
• definition of the output behavior in case no valid measured values are available
• activation of the installed output in the program branch Output Options
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Notice!
The settings will be stored at the end of the dialog. If the menu item is quit by press-
ing key BRK, the changes will not be stored.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs
• Select Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs.

• Press ENTER.
Selection of an output
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs\Install Output
• Select the output to be installed.

• Press ENTER.
The scroll list contains all available outputs of the transmitter:
– Current Ix (--)
– Binary Bx (--)
A tick () after a list item indicates that this output has already been installed.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs\Enable I1
• Select yes to install or reconfigure the output.

• Press ENTER.
• Select no to uninstall the output and to return to the previous menu item in order to
select another output.
• Press ENTER.
Assignment of a source item
One source item has to be assigned to each selected output.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs\...\Source item
• Select the physical quantity (source item) to be transmitted to the output by the source
channel.
• Press ENTER.
If a binary output is configured, only the list items Limit and Impuls will be displayed.
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The source items and their scroll lists are summarized in the Tab. 9.1.
Tab. 9.1: Configuration of the outputs
source item list item output
Measuring value - physical quantity selected in the program branch

Output Options
Quantity Q+ totalizer for the positive flow direction
Q– totalizer for the negative flow direction
ΣQ sum of the totalizers (positive and negative flow

direction)
Limit R1 limit message (Alarm Output R1)
Impuls from abs(x) pulse without sign consideration
from x > 0 pulse for positive measured values
from x < 0 pulse for negative measured values
Miscellaneous c-Medium fluid sound speed
SCNR ratio useful signal to correlated noise signal
Signal signal amplitude of a measuring channel
VariAmp standard deviation of the signal amplitude
Density density of the fluid
Pressure pressure of the fluid
9.2.3.1 Output of the measured value
Source item
Output range
Error-value
Active loop
Output Test
see annex A, p.146
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Output range
When configuring an analog output, the output range has to be defined.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs\...\Output range I1
• Select Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs\...\Output range I1.

• Press ENTER.
• Select a list item.
– 4/20 mA
– other range...
• Press ENTER.
• If other range is selected, enter the values Output MIN and Output MAX.
• Press ENTER after each input.
Error output
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs\...\Error-value I1
In the following dialog, an error value can be defined which is to be transmitted if the
source item cannot be measured, e.g., if there are solids in the fluid.
• Select a list item for the error output, see Tab. 9.2.
• Press ENTER.
• If Other value... is selected, enter an error value. The value has to be within the
output range.
• Press ENTER.
Notice!
The settings will be stored at the end of the dialog.
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Tab. 9.2: Error output
error value result
Minimum the lower limit of the output range is output
Hold last value the last measured value is output
Maximum the upper limit of the output range is output
Other value... The value has to be entered manually. It has to be within the limits of
the output.
Example
v [m³/h]
source item: volumetric flow rate
output: current output
output range: 4…20 mA
error delay: td > 0

(see section 9.2.5 and Tab. 9.3)
The volumetric flow rate cannot be
measured during the time interval t0 t1 t
t0...t1. The error value will be output.
Tab. 9.3: Examples for the error output (output range: 4...20 mA)
list item output signal
Minimum (4.0 mA) I [mA]
20
td
t0 t1 t
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Tab. 9.3: Examples for the error output (output range: 4...20 mA)
list item output signal
Hold last value I [mA]
20
t0 t1 t
Maximum (20.0 mA) I [mA]
20
td
t0 t1 t
Other value... I [mA]
20
error value = 3.5 mA
td
t0 t1 t
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Terminal assignment
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs\...\Active loop I1
The terminals for the connection of the output are displayed.

• Press ENTER.
If the transmitter possesses a switchable current output, it is displayed whether it is ac-
tive or passive (here: active).
Output function test
The function of the output can now be tested.
• Connect an external measuring instrument to the terminals of the output.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs\...\Output Test I1
• Enter a test value. It has to be within the output range.

• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs\...\I1= 10 mA\

Again?
If the external measuring instrument displays the entered value, the output functions cor-
rectly.
• Select yes to repeat the test, no to return to the menu item SYSTEM settings.
• Press ENTER.
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9.2.4 Activation of an analog output
Output Options
ENTER until
Current Loop
Meas.Values
Zero-Scale Val.
Full-Scale Val.
Test output
Error-val. delay
see annex A, p.146
Notice!
An output can only be activated in the program branch Output Options if it has
previously been installed.
The measuring range of the source item has to be entered.
Output Options\...\Current Loop
• Press ENTER until Current Loop is displayed. Select yes to activate the output.
• Press ENTER.
Measuring range
After an analog output has been activated in the program branch Output Options, the
measuring range of the source item has to be entered.
Output Options\...\Meas.Values
• Select sign if the sign of the measured values is to be considered for the output.
• Select absolut if the sign of the measured values is not to be considered for the output.
• Press ENTER.
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Output Options\...\Zero-Scale Val.
• Enter the lowest expected measured value. The unit of measurement of the source item
will be displayed.
Zero-Scale Val. is the value assigned to the value Output MIN of the output range.
• Press ENTER.
Output Options\...\Full-Scale Val.
• Enter the highest expected measured value. The unit of measurement of the source
item will be displayed.
Full-Scale Val. is the value assigned to the value Output MAX of the output range.
• Press ENTER.
Example

Zero-Scale Val.: 0 m³/h
Full-Scale Val.: 300 m³/h
volumetric flow rate = 0 m³/h, corresponds to 4 mA
volumetric flow rate = 300 m³/h, corresponds to 20 mA
Function test
Output Options\...\I1:Test output?
• Select yes to test the output.

• Press ENTER.
Output Options\...\I1:Test value
• Enter a test value for the selected physical quantity. If the external measuring instru-
ment displays the entered value, the output functions correctly.
• Press ENTER.
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Output Options\...\I1:Test output?
• Select yes to repeat the test.

• Press ENTER.
Example

Zero-Scale Val.: 0 m³/h
Full-Scale Val.: 300 m³/h
Test value = 150 m³/h (center of the measuring range, corresponds to 12 mA)
If the multimeter displays 12 mA, the current output functions correctly.
9.2.5 Input of the error delay

The error delay is the time after which an error value will be sent to an output if no valid
measured values are available.
Output Options\...\I1:Error-val. delay
This display will only be indicated if the list item edit is selected in Special
Funct.\Dialogs/Menus\Error-val. delay.
If the error delay is not entered, the damping factor will be used.
• Enter a value for the error delay.
• Press ENTER.
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FLUXUS F401 9.3 Start of the measurement
9.3 Start of the measurement
Measuring
Meas.Point No.
Sound Path
Transd. Distance
Signal test
Transd. Distance
Measurement display
see annex A, p.145
• Select the program branch Measuring.

• Press ENTER.
If the parameters in the program branch Parameter are not valid or incomplete, the er-
ror message NO DATA! will be displayed.
Input of the measuring point number
Measuring\Channel\Meas.Point No.
• Enter the number of the measuring point.

• Press ENTER.
For the activation of text input, see Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Dialogs/
Menus\Meas.Point No.
Notice!
If the NoiseTrek parallel beam mode is enabled, it will be displayed and the mea-
surement is immediately started.
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9.3 Start of the measurement FLUXUS F401
Input of the sound path number
Measuring\Channel\...\Sound Path
A value for the number of sound paths corresponding to the connected transducers and
the entered parameters is recommended.
• Change the value, if necessary.
• Press ENTER.
Profile correction
If With disturbance is selected in the menu item Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\
Measuring\ProfileCorr 2.0, it has to be checked whether the measurement arrangement
is appropriate.
If the number of sound paths is odd and more than one measuring channel is activated,
the following display appears:
A: Alone at measp
>NO< yes
• Select no if there are 2 transducer pairs in X arrangement or displaced X arrangement

at the measuring point (appropriate measurement arrangement). The profile
correction 2.0 at non ideal inflow conditions will be used. Transverse flow effects will be
compensated.
• Select yes if there is only one transducer pair at the measuring point (inappropriate
measurement arrangement). The profile correction 2.0 at non ideal inflow conditions
cannot be used. The profile correction 2.0 at ideal inflow conditions will be used.
Transverse flow effects will not be compensated.
• Press ENTER.
If yes is selected, the following menu messages are displayed:
Disturb correct.
not applicable!
I assume ideal
inlet conditions
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FLUXUS F401 9.3 Start of the measurement
Adjustment of the transducer distance
Measuring\...\Transd. Distance
The recommended transducer distance will be displayed.

• Mount the transducers on the pipe adjusting the transducer distance.
• Press ENTER.
Reflec – reflection arrangement
Diagon – diagonal arrangement
In case of a measurement in diagonal mode on very small pipes, a negative transducer
distance is possible.
Notice!
The accuracy of the recommended transducer distance depends on the accuracy of
the entered pipe and fluid parameters.
The diagnostics window is displayed, see Fig. 9.1.

Fine adjustment of the transducer distance
• If the displayed transducer distance is adjusted, press ENTER.
The measuring run for the positioning of the transducers is started.
The bar graph S= shows the amplitude of the received signal, see Fig. 9.1.
• Shift one of the transducers slightly within the range of the recommended transducer
distance until the bar graph reaches the max. length (6 squares).
Fig. 9.1: Diagnostics window
S=■■■■■■
■<>■=53.9 mm!
The following quantities can be displayed in the upper line by pressing key and in the
lower line by pressing key , see Fig. 9.2:
• ■<>■ transducer distance
• time: transit time of the measuring signal in μs
• S: signal amplitude
• Q: signal quality, bar graph has to have max. length
If the signal is not sufficient for a measurement, Q= UNDEF will be displayed.
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9.3 Start of the measurement FLUXUS F401
Fig. 9.2: Diagnostics window
S=■■■■■■
Q:■■■■■■■■■■■■
time= 94.0 µs
Q:■■■■■■■■■■■
In case of large deviations, check if the entered parameters are correct or repeat the
measurement at a different point on the pipe.
Measuring\...\Transd. Distance\54 mm
After the precise transducer positioning, the recommended transducer distance is dis-
played again.
• Enter the current (exact) transducer distance.
• Press ENTER.
Afterwards, the measurement will be started automatically.
Consistency check
If a wide range for the sound speed has been entered in the program branch Parameter
or the exact parameters of the fluid are unknown, a consistency check is recommended.
The transducer distance can be displayed during the measurement by scrolling the key
.
L=(50.0) 54.0 mm
54.5 m3/h
The optimum transducer distance is displayed in brackets (here: 50.0 mm) in the upper
line, followed by the entered transducer distance (here: 54.0 mm). The latter value has to
correspond to the adjusted transducer distance.
• Press ENTER to optimize the transducer distance.
The optimum transducer distance is calculated on the basis of the measured sound
speed. It is therefore a better approximation than the first recommended value which had
been calculated on the basis of the sound speed range entered in the program branch
Parameter.
If the difference between the optimum and entered transducer distance is less than spec-
ified in Tab. 9.4, the measurement is consistent and the measured values are valid. The
measurement can be continued.
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FLUXUS F401 9.4 Display of measured values
• If the difference is greater, adjust the transducer distance to the displayed optimum value.
• Afterwards, check the signal quality and the signal amplitude bar graph.
• Press ENTER.
Tab. 9.4: Standard values for signal optimization
transducer frequency max. difference between the optimum and the entered
transducer distance [mm]
500 kHz 15
1 MHz 10
2 MHz 8
Notice!
If the transducer distance is changed during the measurement, the consistency
check has to be repeated once again.
9.4 Display of measured values

The measured values are displayed during the measurement as follows:
Volume flow
31.82 m3/h
The sound speed of the fluid can be displayed during the measurement by pressing key
.
If an approximate range for the sound speed has been entered in the program branch
Parameter and the transducer distance has been optimized afterwards, it is recom-
mended to write down the sound speed for the next measurement. By doing this, it will
not be necessary to repeat the fine adjustment.
Write down the fluid temperature as the sound speed depends on it. The value can be
entered in the program branch Parameter.
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9.4 Display of measured values FLUXUS F401
9.4.1 Adjustment of the display

During the measurement, the display can be adapted in order to display 2 measured val-
ues at the same time (one in each line of the display). This does not affect totalizing, stor-
ing of measured values, transmission of measured values, etc.
The following information can be displayed in the upper line:
display explanation
Mass Flow designation of the physical quantity
+8.879 m³ values of the totalizers, if activated
full date and time at which the data logger will be full, if activated
Mode measuring mode
L transducer distance
Rx alarm state indication if activated and if alarm outputs are activated
The measured values of the physical quantity selected in the program branch Output
Options can be displayed in the lower line:
display explanation
12.3 m/s flow velocity
1423 m/s sound speed
124 kg/h mass flow rate
15 m3/h volumetric flow rate
Press key during the measurement to change the display in the upper line, press key
to change the display in the lower line.
Flow Velocity
* 2.47 m/s
The character * indicates that the displayed value (here: flow velocity) is not the selected
physical quantity.
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FLUXUS F401 9.4 Display of measured values
Status line
Important information of the running measurement is summarized in the status line.
Quality and precision of the running measurement can be evaluated accordingly.
Press key during the measurement to scroll through the upper line to the status line.
Fig. 9.3: Display of the status line
S3 Q9 c RT F↓
Tab. 9.5: Description of the status line
value explanation
S signal amplitude
0 <5%
… …
9 ≥ 90 %
Q signal quality
0 <5%
… …
9 ≥ 90 %
c sound speed
comparison of the measured and the expected sound speed of the fluid
The expected sound speed is calculated from the fluid parameters.
√ OK, is equal to the expected value
↑ > 20 % of the expected value
↓ < 20 % of the expected value
? unknown, cannot be measured
R flow profile
information about the flow profile based on the Reynolds number
T fully turbulent flow profile
L fully laminar flow profile
↕ transition range between laminar and turbulent flow
? unknown, cannot be calculated
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9.4 Display of measured values FLUXUS F401
Tab. 9.5: Description of the status line
value explanation
F flow velocity
comparison of the measured flow velocity with the flow limits of the system
√ OK, the flow velocity is not within the critical range
↑ the flow velocity is higher than the current limit
↓ the flow velocity is lower than the current cut-off flow
0 the flow velocity is within the limit range of the measuring method
? unknown, cannot be measured
9.4.2 Transducer distance

The transducer distance can be displayed during the measurement by scrolling the key
.
Fig. 9.4: Display of the transducer distance
L=(51.2) 50.8 mm
54.5 m3/h
The optimum transducer distance (here: 51.2 mm) will be displayed in parentheses in the
upper line, followed by the entered transducer distance (here: 50.8 mm).
The optimum transducer distance might change during the measurement (e.g., due to
temperature fluctuations).
A deviation from the optimum transducer distance (here: 0.4 mm) will be compensated
internally.
Notice!
Never change the transducer distance during the measurement.
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FLUXUS F401 9.5 Execution of special functions
9.5 Execution of special functions

Commands that can be executed during a measurement are displayed in the upper line.
A command begins with →. If programmed, a program code has to be entered first.
• Press key until the command is displayed.
• Press ENTER.
The commands available are the following:
Tab. 9.6: Executable commands during the measurement
command explanation
→Adjust transd. toggling to transducer positioning

If a program code is active, the measurement will be continued 8 s
after the last keyboard entry.
→Clear totalizer reset of flow totalizers to zero
→Break measure stop the measurement and return to the main menu
9.6 Determination of the flow direction

The flow direction in the pipe can be detected with the help of the displayed volumetric
flow rate sign in conjunction with the arrow on the transducers:
• The fluid flows in the direction of the arrow if the displayed volumetric flow rate is posi-
tive (e.g., 54.5 m³/h).
• The fluid flows against the arrow direction if the displayed volumetric flow rate is nega-
tive (e.g., -54.5 m³/h).
9.7 Stop of the measurement

The measurement is interrupted by pressing key BRK if it is not protected by a program
code, see section 18.4.
Notice!
Be careful not to stop a current measurement by inadvertently pressing key BRK.
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FLUXUS F401
10 Troubleshooting
Caution!
applicable rules.
If any problem appears which cannot be solved with the help of this operating instruction,
contact our sales office and give a precise description of the problem. Specify the type,
the serial number and the firmware version of the transmitter.
The display does not work at all or fails regularly
Check the contrast setting of the transmitter or enter the HotCode 555000 to set the dis-
play to medium contrast.
Check that the battery is inserted and charged. Connect the power supply unit. If the
power supply is OK, the transducers or an internal component of the transmitter are de-
fective. The transducers and the transmitter have to be sent to FLEXIM for repair.
The message "SYSTEM ERROR" is displayed
Press key BRK to return to the main menu.
If this message is displayed repeatedly, write down the number displayed in the lower
line. Track down the situations when the error is displayed. Contact FLEXIM.
The transmitter does not react when key BRK is pressed during the measurement
The program code is activated. Press key C and enter the program code.
The backlight of the display does not work, but all other functions are available
Check whether the backlight can be switched on by pressing key I/O, see section 4.4.
The backlight is defective. This problem has no influence on other functions of the dis-
play. Send the transmitter to FLEXIM for repair.
Date and time are wrong, the measured values are deleted when the transmitter is
switched off
The data backup battery has to be replaced if the date and the time are reset or wrong or
the measured values are deleted after the transmitter has been switched off and on.
Send the transmitter to FLEXIM.
An output does not work
Make sure that the outputs are configured correctly. Check the function of the output. If
the output is defective, contact FLEXIM.
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FLUXUS F401 10.1 Problems with the measurement
10.1 Problems with the measurement

A measurement is not possible because no signal is received. A question mark is
displayed after the physical quantity.
• Check whether the entered parameters are correct, especially the outer pipe diameter,
the pipe wall thickness and the sound speed of the fluid. Typical errors: The circumfer-
ence or the radius was entered instead of the diameter. The inner pipe diameter was
entered instead of the outer pipe diameter.
• Check the number of sound paths.
• Make sure that the recommended transducer distance was adjusted when mounting
the transducers.
• Make sure that an appropriate measuring point is selected and the number of sound
paths was entered correctly.
• Try to establish a better acoustic contact between the pipe and the transducers.
• Enter a lower value for the number of sound paths. The signal attenuation might be too
high due to a high fluid viscosity or deposits on the inner pipe wall.
The measuring signal is received but no measured values can be obtained
• A exclamation point (!) in the lower line on the right indicates that the defined upper lim-
it of the flow velocity is exceeded and, therefore, the measured values are marked as
invalid. The limit has to be adapted to the measuring conditions or the check has to be
deactivated.
• If no exclamation point is displayed, a measurement at the selected measuring point is
impossible.
Signal loss during the measurement
• If there is no measuring signal after the pipe had been run empty and refilled, contact
FLEXIM.
• Wait a moment until the acoustic contact is reestablished. The measurement can be in-
terrupted due to a temporarily higher proportion of gas bubbles and solids in the fluid.
The measured values substantially differ from the expected values
• Wrong measured values are often caused by wrong parameters. Make sure that the en-
tered parameters are correct for the measuring point.
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10.2 Measuring point selection FLUXUS F401
10.2 Measuring point selection

• Make sure that the recommended min. distance to any disturbance source is observed.
• Avoid measuring points with deposit formation in the pipe.
• Avoid measuring points in the vicinity of deformations and defects on the pipe as well
as welds.
• Make sure the pipe surface at the selected measuring point is even.
• Measure the temperature at the measuring point and make sure that the transducers
are suitable for this temperature.
• Make sure that the outer pipe diameter is within the measuring range of the transducers.
• When measuring on a horizontal pipe, the transducers have to be mounted laterally on
the pipe.
• The measuring point on a vertically mounted pipe has always to be filled. The fluid
should flow upward.
• No gas bubbles should form (even bubble-free fluids can form gas bubbles when the
fluid expands, e.g., upstream of pumps and downstream of great cross-section enlarge-
ments).
10.3 Maximum acoustic contact

see section 6.2
10.4 Application-specific problems

A fluid with a wrong sound speed was selected
If the selected sound speed in the fluid does not match the actual one, the transducer
distance can probably not be determined correctly.
The fluid sound speed is used to calculate the transducer distance and is therefore very
important for the transducer positioning. The sound speeds stored in the transmitter only
serve as an orientation.
The entered pipe roughness is not appropriate
Check the entered value. The pipe state should be considered.
Measurements on pipes made of porous materials (e.g., concrete or cast iron) are
only conditionally possible
Contact FLEXIM.
The pipe lining may cause problems during the measurement if it is not firmly
attached to the inner pipe wall or consists of acoustically absorbing material
Try to measure on a section of the pipe free from lining.
Highly viscous fluids strongly attenuate the ultrasonic signal
The measurement of fluids with a viscosity of > 1 000 mm²/s is only conditionally possible.
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FLUXUS F401 10.5 Significant deviations of the measured values
A high concentration of gases or solids in the fluid scatter and absorb the
ultrasonic signal and thus attenuate the measuring signal
A measurement is impossible if the value is ≥ 10 %. If the proportion is high, but < 10 %,
a measurement is only conditionally possible.
10.5 Significant deviations of the measured values

A fluid with a wrong sound speed was selected
If a fluid was selected whose sound speed does not match the actual one, the measuring
signal may be confused with the pipe wall signal.
The flow calculated on the basis of the wrong signal by the transmitter is very small or
fluctuates around zero.
There is gas in the pipe
If there is gas in the pipe, the measured flow will be too high because both, the liquid and
gas volume, are measured.
The defined upper limit of the flow velocity is too low
All measured flow velocities that are greater than the upper limit will be ignored and
marked as invalid. All quantities deviated from the flow velocity will also be indicated as
invalid. If several correct measured values are ignored, the totalizer values will be too
low.
The entered cut-off flow is too high
All flow velocities below the cut-off flow are set to zero. All derived quantities are also set
to zero. The cut-off flow has to be set to a low value to be able to measure at low flow ve-
locities (default: 2.5 cm/s).
The entered pipe roughness is not appropriate
The flow velocity of the fluid is outside the measuring range of the transmitter
The measuring point is not appropriate

Check whether a different measuring point provides better results. Because pipes are
never rotationally symmetric, the flow profile is affected.
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10.6 Problems with the totalizers FLUXUS F401
10.6 Problems with the totalizers

The values of the totalizers are too high
See Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Quantity recall. If this
menu item is activated, the values of the totalizer will be stored. The totalizer will continue
with this value at the start of the next measurement.
The values of the totalizers are too small
One of the totalizers has reached the upper limit and has to be reset to zero manually.
The sum of the totalizers is not correct
See Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Quant. wrapping. The
sum of both totalizers (throughput) transmitted via the output is no longer valid after the
first overflow (wrapping) of one of the totalizers.
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FLUXUS F401 11.1 Maintenance
11 Maintenance and cleaning
Caution!
applicable rules.
11.1 Maintenance
The transmitter and the transducers are practically maintenance-free. In order to ensure
security, the following maintenance intervals are recommended:
item maintenance step interval measure
transducers check of the transducer annually replacement of the coupling foil,

coupling on the tube if necessary
transmitter firmware check for updates annually update, if necessary
transmitter functional test annually reading of measured and

diagnostic values
transmitter charge state of the battery - see section 7.2.1
11.2 Cleaning
Stainless steel housing
• Clean the stainless steel housing using a soft cloth and care and cleaning spray for
stainless steel.
Aluminum housing
• Clean the aluminum housing with a soft cloth. Do not use detergents.
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12.1 Dismounting FLUXUS F401
12 Dismounting and disposal

12.1 Dismounting
The dismounting is carried out in reverse order to its installation, see chapter 6.
12.2 Disposal
The measuring equipment has to be disposed in accordance to the applicable regula-
tions.
Depending on the material, the corresponding parts have to be disposed in residual or
special waste or recycled. For further information, contact FLEXIM.
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FLUXUS F401 13.1 Installation of a binary output
13 Outputs
13.1 Installation of a binary output
If the transmitter is equipped with binary outputs, they have to be installed and activated
before they can be used:
• assignment of the physical quantity (source item) to be transmitted to the output by the
source channel, and the properties of the signal
• activation of the installed binary output in the program branch Output Options
Notice!
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs
• Select Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs.

• Press ENTER.
Selection of a binary output
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs\Install Output
• Select the binary output to be installed.

• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs\Enable B1
• Select yes to install or reconfigure the output.

• Press ENTER.
• Select no to uninstall the output and to return to the previous menu item in order to se-
lect another output.
• Press ENTER.
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13.1 Installation of a binary output FLUXUS F401
Assignment of a source item

One source item has to be assigned to each selected output.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs\...\Source item
• Select the physical quantity (source item) to be transmitted to the binary output by the
source channel.
• Press ENTER.
The source items and their scroll lists are summarized in the following table.
Tab. 13.1: Configuration of the binary outputs
source item list item output
Limit R1 limit message (Alarm Output R1)
Impuls from abs(x) pulse without sign consideration
from x > 0 pulse for positive measured values of the

volumetric flow rate
from x < 0 pulse for negative measured values for the

volumetric flow rate
Function test of the binary output

Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs\...\Output Test B1\

Opto-Relay OFF
• Select Opto-Relay OFF in the scroll list Output Test to test the de-energized state
of the output.
• Press ENTER. Measure the resistance at the output. The value has to be high ohmic.
Special Funct.\...\B1 Output Test\B1=ON\Again?
• Press ENTER.
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FLUXUS F401 13.2 Activation of a binary output as pulse output
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Proc. outputs\...\B1 Output Test\

Opto-Relay ON
• Select Opto-Relay ON in the scroll list Output Test to test the energized state of
the output.
• Press ENTER. Measure the resistance at the output. The value has to be low ohmic.
Special Funct.\...\B1 Output Test\B1=ON\Again?
• Press ENTER.
13.2 Activation of a binary output as pulse output

A pulse output is an integrating output which emits a pulse when the volume or the mass
of the fluid which has passed the measuring point reaches a given value (Pulse Value).
The integrated quantity is the selected physical quantity. Integration is restarted as soon
as a pulse is emitted.
Notice!
The menu item Pulse Output will only be indicated in the program branch
Output Options if a pulse output has been installed.
Output Options\...\Pulse Output
• Press ENTER until Pulse Output is displayed. Select yes to activate the output.
• Press ENTER.
Output Options\...\Pulse Output\NO COUNTING
This error message will be displayed if the flow velocity is selected as the physical quantity.
The use of the pulse output is not possible in this case because the integration of the flow
velocity does not result in a reasonable value.
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13.2 Activation of a binary output as pulse output FLUXUS F401
Output Options\...\Pulse Output\Pulse Value
• Enter the pulse value. The unit of measurement will be displayed according to the actu-
al physical quantity.
When the counted physical quantity reaches the entered pulse value, a pulse will be
transmitted.
• Press ENTER.
Output Options\...\Pulse Output\Pulse Width
• Enter the pulse width.

The range of possible pulse widths depends on the specification of the instrument (e.g.,
counter, PLC) that is to be connected to the output.
• Press ENTER.
The max. flow the pulse output can work with will be displayed now. This value is calcu-
lated on the basis of the entered pulse value and pulse width.
If the flow exceeds this value, the pulse output does not work correctly. In this case, the
pulse value has to be increased.
• Press ENTER.
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FLUXUS F401 14.1 Activation/Deactivation of the data logger
14 Data logger
The transmitter has a data logger which stores the data during the measurement.
The following data can be stored:
• date
• time
• measuring point number
• pipe parameters
• fluid parameters
• transducer data
• sound path (reflection or diagonal arrangement)
• transducer distance
• damping factor
• storage rate
• physical quantity
• unit of measurement
• values of the totalizers (in case the totalizers are activated)
• diagnostic values (in case the storing of diagnostic values is activated)
In order to store the data, the data logger has to be activated.
The available data logger can be displayed.
14.1 Activation/Deactivation of the data logger
Output Options\...\Store Meas.Data

• Press ENTER until Store Meas.Data is displayed.
• Select yes to activate the data logger, no to deactivate it.
• Press ENTER.
14.2 Setting the storage rate

The storage rate is the frequency to transmit or store measured values. If the storage
rate is not set, the storage rate previously selected will be used.
The recommended storage rate is 4 s.
Output Options\...\Storage Rate
• Select a storage rate or EXTRA.

• Press ENTER.
This display will only be indicated if Store Meas.Data and/or Serial Output are
activated.
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14.3 Configuration of the data logger FLUXUS F401
Output Options\...\Storage Rate\EXTRA
• Enter the storage rate if EXTRA was selected.

• Press ENTER.
14.3 Configuration of the data logger
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Storing
• Select Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Storing.

• Press ENTER.
Starting time
In order to start the storing of measured values with several measuring instruments at the
same time, it is possible to set a starting time.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Storing\Start logger
• Select the moment at which the storing has to start.
display description
Promptly The storing starts immediately.
On full 5 min. The storing starts in the next full 5 minutes.
On full 10 min. The storing starts in the next full 10 minutes.
On quarter hour The storing starts in the next full 15 minutes.
On half hour The storing starts in the next full 30 minutes.
On full hour The storing starts in the next full 60 minutes.
Example
actual time: 09:06 am

setting: On full 10 min.
The storing starts at 09:10 am.
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FLUXUS F401 14.3 Configuration of the data logger
Ringbuffer
The setting of the ringbuffer influences the storing of measured values as soon as the
data logger is full:
• If the ringbuffer is activated, the available data logger will be halved. The oldest mea-
sured values will be overwritten. Only the data logger memory that was free during the
activation will be used by the ringbuffer. If more data logger memory is necessary, mea-
sured values in the data logger should be previously deleted.
• If the ringbuffer is deactivated, the storing of measured values will be stopped.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Storing\Ringbuffer
• Select ON to activate the ringbuffer.

• Press ENTER.
Storage mode
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Storing\Storage mode
• Select the storage mode.

• Press ENTER.
If sample is selected, the current measured value will be used for the storing and online
transmission of data.
If average is selected, the average of all values measured during a storage interval will
be used for the storing and online transmission of data.
Notice!
The storage mode does not affect the outputs.
Notice!
Storage mode = average
The average of the physical quantity and other measurands assigned to the mea-
suring channel, will be calculated.
If the storage rate < 5 s is selected, sample will be used.
If no average could be calculated over the complete storage interval, the value will
be marked as invalid. The ASCII file will contain ??? for invalid average values of
the data and ?UNDEF instead of invalid temperatures.
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14.3 Configuration of the data logger FLUXUS F401
Totalizer storing
It is possible to store the currently displayed totalizer only or to store one value for each
flow direction.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Storing\Quantity Storage
• Select one to store the currently displayed totalizer value only. This can apply for the
positive and negative totalizer.
• Select both to store the totalizer values for both flow directions.
• Press ENTER.
Signal amplitude storing
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Storing\Store Amplitude
• Select on to store the amplitude of the measured signal together with the measured values.
• Press ENTER.
Fluid sound speed storing
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Storing\Store c-Medium
• Select on to store the fluid sound speed together with the measured values.
• Press ENTER.
Diagnostic values storing
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Storing\Store diagnostic
• Select on to store the diagnostic values together with the measured values.
• Press ENTER.
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FLUXUS F401 14.4 Measurement with activated data logger
14.4 Measurement with activated data logger
Measuring\Channel\Meas.Point No.:
• Start the measurement.

• Enter the number of the measuring point.
• Press ENTER.
If Output Options\Store Meas.Data is activated and Special Funct.\SYSTEM
settings\Ringbuffer is deactivated, a message indicating an error will be displayed
as soon as the data logger is full.
DATA LOGGER IS FULL!
• Press ENTER.
The error message will be displayed periodically.
14.5 Deletion of measured values
Special Funct.\Delete Meas.Val.
• Select Special Funct.\Delete Meas.Val.

• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\Delete Meas.Val.\Really Delete?
• Select yes or no.

• Press ENTER.
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14.6 Information relating the data logger FLUXUS F401
14.6 Information relating the data logger

Aprox. 100 000 measurement data can be stored. Each measured value is stored with
the corresponding totalizer and optionally further measurement and diagnostic data, see
section 14.3.
According to the configuration of the data logger and the stored series of measured val-
ues, the available data logger will be displayed in the menu item Special Funct.\
Instrum. Inform.
Special Funct.\Instrum. Inform.
• Select Special Funct.\Instrum. Inform.

• Press ENTER.
It is recommended to delete the old series of measured values before starting a mea-
surement, see section 14.5.
Fig. 14.1: Information relating the data logger
F401 -xxxxxxxx
Free 18327
The type and the serial number of the transmitter are displayed in the upper line.
The available data logger will be displayed in the lower line (here: 18 327 additional mea-
sured values can be stored).
• Press key BRK twice to return to the main menu.
It is possible to store max. 100 series of measured values. The number of series of mea-
sured values depends on the total number of measured values stored in the previous se-
ries of measured values.
It is possible to display the time at which the data logger will be full during the measure-
ment.
Press key to scroll through the display of the upper line.
full= 26.01/07:39
54.5 m3/h
If the ringbuffer is activated and has overflown at least once, the following display will be
indicated:
last= 26.01/07:39
54.5 m3/h
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15 Data transmission
FLUXUS F401 15.1 FluxDiagReader/FluxDiag
The data can be transmitted to the transmitter via the service interface RS232.
Tab. 15.1: Data transmission overview
program data transmission see
FluxDiagReader offline section 15.1
FluxDiag (optional) online or offline section 15.1
terminal program online or offline section 15.2
15.1 FluxDiagReader/FluxDiag
With the help of FluxDiagReader and FluxDiag it is possible to display measurement data,
snaps and parameter settings on the PC and to export them as csv file. In order to use
FluxDiagReader, the measurement has to be stopped.
In addition to this, FluxDiag allows to analyze, to compare and to visualize measurement
data as well as to create reports during the measurement. A permanent data transmis-
sion via FluxDiag is not recommended.
For the operation of the program see FluxDiagReader support or FluxDiag support.
For the connection of the service interface see section 7.4.
15.2 Terminal program

If FluxDiag is not available, the measurement data can be transmitted to a terminal pro-
gram in ASCII format.
15.2.1 Online transmission

The measured values are transmitted during the measurement.
The data logger works independently of the online transmission but with the same trans-
mission rate.
• Start the terminal program.
• Enter the transmission parameters into the terminal program. The transmission param-
eters of the terminal program and the transmitter have to be identical, see section 15.3.
Output Options\Serial Output

• Press ENTER until the menu item Serial Output is displayed.
• Select yes to activate the online transmission.
• Press ENTER.
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15.2 Terminal program FLUXUS F401
Output Options\...\Serial Output\SEND ONLINE-HEAD
• Enter the storage rate.

• Start the measurement.
15.2.2 Offline transmission
Notice!
During the offline transmission only those data is transmitted that is stored in the
transmitter.
• Start the terminal program.

• Enter the transmission parameters into the terminal program. The transmission param-
eters of the terminal program and the transmitter have to be identical, see section 15.3.
Transmitter settings
Special Funct.\Print Meas.Val.
• Select Special Funct.\Print Meas.Val.

• Press ENTER.
The following message will be displayed if no measured values are stored.
NO VALUES
Print Meas.Val.
• Press ENTER.
The following message will be displayed if the measurement values are transmitted.
Send Header
.................
The progress of the transmission of data is displayed by a bar graph.
■■■■■■
.................
The following error message will be displayed if an error has occurred during the serial
transmission.
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SERIAL ERROR
Print Meas.Val.
• Press ENTER.
• Check the connections and make sure the PC is ready to receive data.
15.3 Transmission parameters

• the transmitter sends CRLF-terminated ASCII
• max. line length: 255 digits
RS232 interface
default: 9600 bits/s, 8 data bits, even parity, 2 stop bits, protocol RTS/CTS (hardware,
handshake)
The transmission parameters of the RS232 service interface can be changed.
• Enter the HotCode 232-0- (see section 8.4).
BAUD<data par st
9600 8bit EVEN 2
• Set the transmission parameters in the 4 scroll lists.

• Press ENTER.
– baud: baud rate
– data: number of data bits
– par: parity
– st: number of stop bits
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15.4 Data format
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\serial transmis.\SER:kill spaces
• Select Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\serial transmis.

• Press ENTER until SER:kill spaces is displayed.
• Select on if the space characters are not to be transmitted.
• Press ENTER.
The file size will be considerably smaller (shorter transmission time).
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\serial transmis.\

SER:decimalpoint
• Select the decimal marker to be used for floating-point numbers (point or comma).
• Press ENTER.
This setting depends on the setting of the operating system of the PC.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\serial transmis.\

SER:col-separat.
• Select the character to be used to separate columns (semicolon or tabulator).

• Press ENTER.
15.5 Data structure

First, the header is transmitted. The first 4 lines contain general information about the
transmitter and the measurement. The following lines contain the parameters for each
channel.
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Example
\DEVICE : F401 -XXXXXXXX

\MODE : ONLINE
DATE : 2018-01-09
TIME : 19:56:52
Par.Record
Meas.Point No.: : A:F5050
Pipe
Outer Diameter : 60.3 mm
Wall Thickness : 5.5 mm
Roughness : 0.1 mm
Pipe Material : Carbon Steel
Lining : WITHOUT LINING
Medium : Water
Medium Temperat. : 38 C
Fluid pressure : 1.00 bar
Transducer Type : xxx
Sound Path : 3 NUM
Transd. Distance : -15.6 mm
Damping : 20 s
Full-Scale Val. : 4.50 m3/h
Physic. Quant. : Volume flow
Unit Of Measure : [m3/h]/[m3]
Numb.Of Meas.Val : 100
Next, the line \DATA is transmitted. Followed by the column titles, see Tab. 15.2, for the
corresponding channel. The measured values are transmitted afterwards.
Example
\DATA
A: \*MEASURE; Q_POS; Q_NEG;
B: \*MEASURE; Q_POS; Q_NEG;
Depending on the storage interval, one data line per activated measuring channel is
transmitted. The line "???" will be transmitted if there are no measured values available
for the storage interval.
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15.5 Data structure FLUXUS F401
Example
With a storage interval of 1 s, 10 lines with "???" will be transmitted if the measure-
ment has been restarted after a 10 s interruption for the positioning of the transducers.
The following data columns can be transmitted:
Tab. 15.2: Data columns
column title column format content
\*MEASURE ###000000.00 physical quantity selected in the program branch

Output Options
Q_POS +00000000.00 totalizer value for the positive flow direction
Q_NEG -00000000.00 totalizer value for the negative flow direction
SSPEED sound speed of the fluid
AMP signal amplitude
Online transmission
Columns will be created for all quantities appearing during the measurement. The col-
umns Q_POS and Q_NEG remain empty if the totalizers are deactivated.
As the totalizers cannot be activated for the physical quantity "flow velocity", these col-
umns will not be generated.
Offline transmission
During the offline transmission of data, columns will only be created if at least one mea-
sured value is stored in the data set. The columns Q_POS and Q_NEG will not be generat-
ed if the totalizers are deactivated.
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16 Advanced functions
FLUXUS F401 16.1 Low-power mode
16.1 Low-power mode
The low-power mode serves to prolong the battery life of the transmitter.
If the low-power mode is activated, the transmitter switches off for a certain time (resting
phase) after each measurement.
Notice!
While the low-power mode is activated, the totalizers are deactivated.
16.1.1 Activation of the low-power mode
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring
• Select the menu item Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring.

• Press ENTER.
• Select the list item Low-power mode to activate the low-power mode. Select Standard
to operate the transmitter in normal measuring mode.
• Press ENTER.
Notice!
When the measuring mode is changed, the storage rate is reset to the default value.
The storage rate has to be entererd again.
16.1.2 Low-power mode settings
Notice!
If the low-power mode is activated, the data logger is activated as well.
In the low-power mode, the storage rate is the time interval between the starting points of
2 consecutive measurements, see Fig. 16.1.
Output Options\...\Storage Rate

• Press ENTER until the menu item Storage Rate is displayed.
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Storage Rate ↕
10 minutes
• Select a storage rate.

• Press ENTER.
This display will only be indicated if Low-power mode is activated.
16.1.3 Start of the measurement
Notice!
In order to start a measurement, the parameter input has to be completed.
Measuring\...\Low-power mode

• Press ENTER until the menu item Low-power mode is displayed.
• Select yes to start the measurement in the low-power mode. Select no to start the
transmitter in normal measuring mode.
• Press ENTER.
The measurement is started, see Fig. 16.1.
Fig. 16.1: Measurement in the low-power mode
storage rate
measuring time
trans- measurement trans- measurement

mitter mitter
starts starts
measuring phase resting phase
For the setting of the measuring time see section 17.3.
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FLUXUS F401 16.2 Night-flow mode
16.1.4 Intervention in the measurement

• Press key I/O.
The measuring phase is started. The charge state of the battery is displayed.
If no further key is pressed during the measuring time, the low-power mode will be contin-
ued with the resting phase.
Display of measured values
Press key during the measuring time to change the display in the upper line, press
key to change the display in the lower line, see section 9.4.
At the end of the measuring time, the low-power mode will be continued.
Stop of the measurement
• Press key BRK during the measuring time.
16.2 Night-flow mode

The night-flow mode serves to detect leakages in pipes.
If the night-flow mode is activated, the transmitter changes over to a resting phase after
each measurement. Once a day the transmitter switches on and starts a measurement
for a certain time.
16.2.1 Activation of the night-flow mode

• Press ENTER.
• Select the list item Nightflow mode to activate the night-flow mode. Select Standard
to operate the transmitter in normal measuring mode.
• Press ENTER.
Notice!
When the measuring mode is changed, the storage rate is reset to the default value.
The storage rate has to be entererd again.
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16.2 Night-flow mode FLUXUS F401
16.2.2 Settings in the night-flow mode

Configure the data logger, see chapter 14, in such way that it does not reach its capacity
limits during the planned measurement duration.
Example
If only the volumetric flow rate and one totalizer is stored, approx. 40 000 measure-
ment data can be stored.
storage rate duration until the logger is full at measuring time measurement
continuous measurement per day duration
1s 40 000 : 3600 1/h ~ 11 h 2h approx. 5 days
4h approx. 2 days
5s 40 000 : 720 1/h ~ 55 h 2h approx. 27 days
4h approx. 13 days
If the storing of diagnostic values is additionally activated, see section 14.3, approx.
20 000 measurement data can be stored.
16.2.3 Start of the measurement
Notice!
In order to start a measurement, the parameter input has to be completed.
Measuring\...\Nightflow mode

• Press ENTER until the menu item Nightflow mode is displayed.
• Select yes to start the measurement in the night-flow mode. Select no to start the
transmitter in normal measuring mode.
• Press ENTER.
Repeat start of
measure = 02:00
• Enter the time when the measurement has to start each day (starting time).
• Press ENTER.
This display will only be indicated if Nightflow mode = yes is selected.
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FLUXUS F401 16.2 Night-flow mode
Meas. duration ↕
1 hour
• Select the duration of the measurement (time of measurement).

• Press ENTER until the menu item See you later is displayed.
The max. measuring time is 12 h.
See you later...

...↑=31.01./02:00
The lower line displays the time the next measurement starts. The transmitter changes
over to the resting phase.

If the night-flow mode is activated, the transmitter starts at the defined time. The following
display appears:
060↑=31.01./03:00
... m3/h
The starting time of the next resting phase is displayed in the upper line.
>NIGHTFLOW OFF
... m3/h
• In order to deactivate the night-flow mode, scroll with key until NIGHTFLOW OFF is
displayed in the upper line.
• Press ENTER.
The transmitter continues measuring in normal mode. If the night-flow mode is to be acti-
vated again, the measurement has to be started.
Display of measured values
Press key during the measuring time to change the display in the upper line, press
key to change the display in the lower line, see section 9.4.
After finishing the measuring time, the transmitter changes over to the resting phase.
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Stop of the measurement

• Press key I/O.
The following display appears:
>Goodbye in 30 s
... m3/h
• Press key BRK to deactivate the night-flow mode.

If no key is pressed, the transmitter changes over to the resting phase after completing
30 s.
16.3 Totalizers
Notice!
While the low-power mode is activated, the totalizers are deactivated.
Notice!
If the night-flow mode is activated, the totalizers are set to zero when starting a mea-
surement.
The total volume or total mass of the fluid at the measuring point can be determined.
There are 2 totalizers, one for the positive and the other for the negative flow direction.
The unit of measurement used for totalizing corresponds to the volume or mass unit se-
lected for the physical quantity.
The totalizer values can be displayed with up to 11 places, e.g., 74890046.03. For the
adjustment of the decimal places (max. 4), see section 17.8.
Display of the totalizer
• Press key during the measurement to scroll through the upper line and display the
totalizers.
Volume flow
54.5 m3/h
32.5 m3
54.5 m3/h
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The totalizer value will be displayed in the upper line (here: the volume which has passed
the measuring point in positive flow direction since the activation of the totalizers).
• Press ENTER while a totalizer is displayed to toggle between the display of the totalizers
for both flow directions.
• Select the command →Clear totalizer in the upper line to reset the flow totalizers
to zero.
• Press ENTER.
Automatic display toggling
The automatic toggling of the totalizer display between positive and negative flow direc-
tion can be set.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Toggle totalizer
• Enter a time interval between 0 (off) and 5 s.

• Press ENTER.
Totalizer storing
It is possible to store the currently displayed totalizer only or to store one value for each
flow direction.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Storing\Quantity Storage
• Select Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Storing\Quantity Storage.

• Press ENTER.
• If one is selected, only the value of the totalizer currently displayed will be stored. This
can apply for the positive and negative totalizer.
• If both is selected, the values of the totalizers for both flow directions will be stored.
• Press ENTER.
Totalizer behavior after the measurement is stopped
The totalizer behavior when the measurement is stopped or after a reset of the transmit-
ter is set in the menu item Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\
Quantity recall.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Quantity recall
• If on is selected, the values of the flow totalizers will be stored and used for the next
measurement.
• If off is selected, the flow totalizers will be reset to zero.
• Press ENTER.
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16.4 NoiseTrek parallel beam mode (optional) FLUXUS F401
Totalizer overflow
The overflow behavior of the totalizers can be set:
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Quant. wrapping
• Select Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Quant. wrapping.

• Select on to work with overflow.
The flow totalizer will be reset to zero automatically when ±9999999999 is reached.
• Select off to work without overflow.
The value of the totalizer increases to the internal limit of 1038. The values will be dis-
played as exponential numbers (±1.00000E10), if necessary. The flow totalizer can only
be reset to zero manually.
• Press ENTER.
Independent of the setting, the flow totalizers can be reset to zero manually.
Notice!
The overflow of a totalizer influences all output channels, e.g., data logger, online
transmission of data.
The output sum of both totalizers (throughput Q) transmitted via an output is not
valid after the first overflow (wrapping) of one of the totalizers.
In order to signalize the overflow of a totalizer, an alarm output with the switching
condition QUANT. and the type HOLD has to be activated.
16.4 NoiseTrek parallel beam mode (optional)

The NoiseTrek parallel beam mode works with parallel mounted transducers. It improves
the signal quality when measuring on small pipes or with strongly attenuating fluids.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Enable NoiseTrek

• Press ENTER until the menu item Enable NoiseTrek is displayed.
• Select on to enable the NoiseTrek parallel beam mode, off to disable it.
• Press ENTER.
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FLUXUS F401 16.5 Upper limit of the flow velocity
16.5 Upper limit of the flow velocity

Single outliers caused by heavily disturbed surroundings can appear among the mea-
sured values of the flow velocity. If these outliers are not ignored, they will affect all de-
rived physical quantities, which will be unsuitable for the integration (e.g., pulse outputs).
It is possible to ignore all measured flow velocities exceeding the preset upper limit.
These measured values will be marked as outliers.
The upper limit of the flow velocity is set in Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\
Measuring\Velocity limit.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Velocity limit
• Enter zero to switch off the outliers check.

• Enter a limit > 0 to switch on the outliers check. The measured flow velocity will then be
compared to the entered upper limit.
• Press ENTER.
If the flow velocity is higher than the upper limit,
• the flow velocity will be marked as invalid. The physical quantity cannot be determined.
• a (!) will be displayed after the unit of measurement (in case of a normal error (?) is
displayed).
Notice!
If the upper limit is too low, a measurement might be impossible because most of
the measured values will be marked as invalid.
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16.6 Cut-off flow FLUXUS F401
16.6 Cut-off flow

The cut-off flow is a lower limit for the flow velocity. All measured flow velocities that are
lower than the limit and their derived quantities are set to zero.
The cut-off flow can depend on the flow direction. The cut-off flow is set in Special
Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Cut-off Flow.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Cut-off Flow
• Select sign to define a cut-off flow depending on the flow direction. One limit is set for
the positive and negative flow velocity.
• Select absolut to define a cut-off flow independent of the flow direction. A limit is set
for the absolute value of the flow velocity.
• Press ENTER.
• Select factory to use the default limit of 2.5 cm/s (0.025 m/s) for the cut-off flow.
• Select user to enter the cut-off flow.
• Press ENTER.
If Cut-off Flow\sign and user are selected, 2 values have to be entered:
Special Funct.\...\+Cut-off Flow
• Enter the cut-off flow.

• Press ENTER.
All positive values of the flow velocity smaller than this limit are set to zero.
Special Funct.\...\-Cut-off Flow

• Press ENTER.
All negative values of the flow velocity greater than this limit will be set to zero.
If Cut-off Flow\absolut and user are selected, only one value have to be entered:
Special Funct.\...\Cut-off Flow

• Press ENTER.
All absolute values of the flow velocity smaller than this limit are set to zero.
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FLUXUS F401 16.7 Profile correction
16.7 Profile correction

The following settings can be made for the calculation of the fluid mechanics calibration
factor kRe:
• off: profile correction 1.0
• on: profile correction 2.0 at ideal inflow conditions (default)
• With disturbance: profile correction 2.0 at non ideal inflow conditions
The following steps are necessary to set the profile correction:
• Selection of the profile correction setting for all measuring channels in the program
branch Special Funct.
• Input of the disturbance distance in the program branch Parameter if
With disturbance has been selected
If With disturbance has been selected, the transducers have to be mounted in
reflection arrangement, X arrangement or displaced X arrangement to compensate
transverse flow effects. When mounting in X arrangement, it is essential to set the same
parameters for both measuring channels and to activate for them a calculation channel
with average generation.
Selection of the setting
Special Funct.\...\Measuring\ProfileCorr 2.0
• Select the menu item Special Funct. in the program branch Measuring.
• Press ENTER until the menu item ProfileCorr 2.0 is displayed.
• Select a list item (default: on).
• Press ENTER.
Input of the disturbance distance
If With disturbance is selected in the menu item Special Funct.\SYSTEM
settings\Measuring\ProfileCorr 2.0, the disturbance distance has to be
entered in the program branch Parameter.
Disturb.distance
2.3 m
• Enter the disturbance distance.

• Press ENTER.
Measurement
When starting the measurement, it is checked whether the measurement arrangement is
appropriate.
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16.8 Uncorrected flow velocity FLUXUS F401
16.8 Uncorrected flow velocity

For special applications, the uncorrected flow velocity might be of interest.
The profile correction for the flow velocity is activated in Special Funct.\SYSTEM
settings\Measuring\Flow Velocity.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Flow Velocity
• Select normal to display and output the flow velocity with profile correction.
• Select uncorr. to display and output the flow velocity without profile correction.
• Press ENTER.
If uncorr. is selected, each time the program branch Measuring is selected it will be
requested whether the profile correction is to be used or not.
PROFILE CORR.
>NO< yes
If no is selected, the profile correction will be switched off. All physical quantities will be
calculated with the uncorrected flow velocity.
During the measurement, the designation of the physical quantity is displayed in capital
letters to indicate that the value is uncorrected.
FLOW VELOCITY
2.60 m/s
• Press ENTER.
PROFILE CORR.
>no< YES
If yes is selected, the uncorrected flow velocity will only be used if the flow velocity is se-
lected as physical quantity in the program branch Output Options.
All other physical quantities (volumetric flow rate, mass flow rate, etc.) will be determined
with the corrected flow velocity.
During the measurement, the designation of the physical quantity "flow velocity" is dis-
played in capital letters to indicate that the value is uncorrected.
• Press ENTER.
In both cases, the corrected flow velocity can also be displayed.
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FLUXUS F401 16.9 Diagnosis with the help of the snap function
Flow Velocity
*U 54.5 m/s
Press key to scroll until the flow velocity is displayed. The uncorrected flow velocity is
marked with an "U".
Uncorrected flow velocities transmitted to a PC are marked with uncorr.
16.9 Diagnosis with the help of the snap function

By means of the snap function it is possible to store measuring parameters which are
useful for the evaluation of measuring results or diagnosis purposes.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Signal snap
• Select Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Signal snap.

• Press ENTER.
Snap memory settings
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Signal snap\DSP-SignalSnap
• Select on to activate the snap function and off to deactivate it.

• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\...\DSP-SignalSnap\Install Snap
• Select Install Snap.

• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\...\DSP-SignalSnap\Install Snap\Snap-Memory
• Enter the number of the snap memory storage space.

• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\...\DSP-SignalSnap\AutoSnap
• Activate or deactivate the auto-snap function.

• Press ENTER.
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Special Funct.\...\DSP-SignalSnap\Snap ringbuffer
• Activate or deactivate the snap ringbuffer.

• Press ENTER.
Delete snaps
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Signal snap\DSP-SignalSnap\

Clear Snaps
• Select Clear Snaps.

• Press ENTER.
Read snaps
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Signal snap\DSP-SignalSnap\Snaps

->Rs232
• Select Snaps ->Rs232.

• Press ENTER.
Activation of the snap function
• In order to activate the snap function, press key until DSPSNAP/VOLTAGE is dis-
played in the upper line.
• Press ENTER.
16.10 Activation of a binary output as alarm output
Notice!
The menu item Alarm Output will only be displayed in the program branch
Output Options if a binary output has been installed, see section 13.1.
Output Options\...\Alarm Output
• Press ENTER until Alarm Output is displayed. Select yes to activate the alarm output.
• Press ENTER.
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FLUXUS F401 16.10 Activation of a binary output as alarm output
16.10.1 Alarm properties

The switching condition, the holding behavior and the switching function of an alarm output
can be defined.
R1=FUNC<typ mode
Function: MAX
The following 3 scroll lists are displayed:

• func: switching condition
• typ: holding behavior
• mode: switching function
Press key to select a scroll list in the upper line. Press key to select a list item in
the lower line.
• Press ENTER to store the settings.
Tab. 16.1: Alarm properties
alarm property setting description
func MAX The alarm will switch if the measured value exceeds
(switching condition) the upper limit.
MIN The alarm will switch if the measured value falls below
the lower limit.
+→- -→+ The alarm will switch if the flow direction changes (sign
change of measured value).
QUANT. The alarm will switch if totalizing is activated and the

totalizer reaches the limit.
ERROR The alarm will switch if a measurement is not possible.
OFF The alarm is switched off.
typ NON-HOLD If the switching condition is no longer true, the alarm

(holding behavior) will return to the idle state after approx. 1 s.
HOLD The alarm remains activated even if the switching

condition is no longer true.
mode NO Cont. The alarm is energized if the switching condition is true

(switching function) and de-energized if idle.
NC Cont. The alarm is de-energized if the switching condition is

true and energized if idle.
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16.10 Activation of a binary output as alarm output FLUXUS F401
Notice!
If no measurement is made, all alarms will be de-energized, independently of the
programmed switching function.
16.10.2 Setting the limits

If the switching condition MIN or MAX is selected in the scroll list func, the limit of the output
has to be defined:
R1 Input\Mass Flow
• Select the physical quantity to be used for the comparison in the scroll list Input. The
following list items are available for the alarm output R1:
– selected physical quantity
– signal amplitude
– sound speed of the fluid
• Press ENTER.
If the switching condition MAX is selected in the scroll list func:
R1 Input\Function: MAX\High Limit
• Enter the upper limit.

• Press ENTER.
The alarm will switch if the measured value exceeds the limit.
If the switching condition MIN is selected in the scroll list func:
R1 Input\Function: MIN\Low Limit
• Enter the lower limit.

• Press ENTER.
The alarm will switch if the measured value falls below the limit.
Example
High Limit: -10 kg/h

mass flow rate = -9.9 kg/h
the limit is exceeded, the alarm switches
mass flow rate = -11 kg/h
the limit is not exceeded, the alarm does not switch
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FLUXUS F401 16.10 Activation of a binary output as alarm output
Example
Low Limit: -10 kg/h

mass flow rate = -11 kg/h
the measured value is below the limit, the alarm switches
mass flow rate = -9.9 kg/h
the measured value is not below the limit, the alarm does not switch
If the switching condition QUANT. is selected in the scroll list func, the limit of the output
has to be defined:
R1 Input\Function: QUANT.\Quantity Limit
• Enter the limit of the totalizer.

• Press ENTER.
The alarm will switch when the measured value reaches the limit.
A positive limit will be compared to the totalizer value for the positive flow direction.
A negative limit will be compared to the totalizer value for the negative flow direction.
The comparison will also take place if the totalizer of the other flow direction is displayed.
Notice!
The unit of measurement of the limit is set according to the unit of measurement of
the selected physical quantity.
If the unit of measurement of the physical quantity is changed, the limit has to be
converted and entered again.
Example
physical quantity: mass flow rate in kg/h

Quantity Limit: 1 kg
Example
physical quantity: mass flow rate in kg/h

Low Limit: 60 kg/h
The unit of measurement of the physical quantity is changed to kg/min. The new limit
to be entered is 1 kg/min.
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16.11 Behavior of the alarm outputs FLUXUS F401
16.10.3 Defining the hysteresis

A hysteresis can be defined for the alarm output R1. This prevents a constant triggering
of the alarm when measured values fluctuate marginally around the limit.
The hysteresis is a symmetrical range around the limit. The alarm will be activated if the
measured values exceed the upper limit and deactivated if the measured values fall be-
low the lower limit.
Example
High Limit: 30 kg/h

Hysterese: 1 kg/h
The alarm is activated for measured values > 30.5 kg/h and deactivated for measured
values < 29.5 kg/h.
If the switching condition MAX or MIN is selected in the scroll list func:
R1 Input\...\Hysterese
• Enter a value for the hysteresis or enter zero to work without hysteresis.
• Press ENTER.
16.11 Behavior of the alarm outputs

16.11.1 Apparent switching delay
The measured values and totalizer values will be displayed rounded to 2 decimal places.
The limits, however, will be compared to the non-rounded measured values. This might
cause an apparent switching delay when the measured value changes marginally (less
than 2 decimal places). In this case the switching accuracy of the output is higher than
the accuracy of the display.
16.11.2 Reset and initialization of the alarms

After an initialization of the transmitter, all alarm outputs will be configured as follows:
Tab. 16.2: Alarm state after an initialization
func OFF
typ NON-HOLD
mode NO Cont.
Limit 0.00
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FLUXUS F401 16.11 Behavior of the alarm outputs
Press 3 times key C during the measurement to set all alarm outputs to idle state. Alarm
outputs whose switching condition is still met will be activated again after 1 s. This func-
tion is used to reset alarm outputs of the type HOLD if the switching condition is no longer
met.
By pressing key BRK, the measurement is stopped and the main menu is selected. All
alarm outputs will be de-energized, independently of the programmed idle state.
16.11.3 Alarm outputs during transducer positioning

At the beginning of the transducer positioning (bar graph display), all alarm outputs
switch back to the programmed idle state.
If the bar graph is selected during the measurement, all alarm outputs will switch back to
the programmed idle state.
An alarm output of the type HOLD that has been activated during the previous measure-
ment will remains in idle state after the transducer positioning if its switching condition is
no longer met.
The switching of the alarms into idle state will not be displayed.
16.11.4 Alarm outputs during measurement

An alarm output with switching condition MAX or MIN will be updated max. once per sec-
ond to avoid humming (i.e. fluctuation of the measured values around the value of the
switching condition).
An alarm output of the type NON-HOLD will be activated if the switching condition is met.
It will be deactivated if the switching condition is no longer met. The alarm remains acti-
vated for at least 1 s even if the switching condition is met for a shorter period of time.
Alarm outputs with the switching condition QUANT. will be activated if the limit is reached.
Alarm outputs with the switching condition ERROR will only be activated after several un-
successful measuring attempts. Therefore, typical short-term disturbances of the mea-
surement (e.g., switching on of a pump) will not activate the alarm.
Alarm outputs with the switching condition +→- -→+ and the type NON-HOLD will be acti-
vated with each change of the flow direction for approx. 1 s, see Fig. 16.2.
Alarm outputs with the switching condition +→- -→+ and of the type HOLD will be activat-
ed after the first change of the flow direction. They can be switched back by pressing key
C 3 times, see Fig. 16.2.
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Fig. 16.2: Behavior of a relay when the flow direction changes
+ flow + flow
0 0
- -
type NON-HOLD type HOLD
approx. 1 s
reset of the alarm
(3 times key C)
When adjusting to changed measurement conditions e.g, a substantial increase of the

fluid temperature, the alarm will not be switched. Alarm outputs with the switching condi-
tion OFF will be set automatically to the switching function NO Cont.
Notice!
There is neither a visual nor an acoustic indication of the alarm output switching.
The alarm state can be displayed after the configuration of the alarm outputs and during
the measurement. This function is activated in Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\
Dialogs/Menus. The activation of this function is recommended when alarm outputs
have to be reconfigured frequently.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Dialogs/Menus\SHOW RELAIS STAT
• Select the menu item SHOW RELAIS STAT.

• Select on to activate the alarm state indication.
• Press ENTER.
If the alarm state indication is activated, the alarm output state is displayed after configur-
ing the alarm outputs.
The alarm state indication is structured as follows:
Rx = , with X being the number of the alarm output and a pictogram

according to Tab. 16.3.
The configuration of the alarm outputs can be repeated by pressing key C. When the
configuration of the alarm outputs is finished, press ENTER. The main menu will be dis-
played.
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If the alarm output indication is activated, the alarm state can be displayed during the
measurement. Press key to scroll through the upper line or key in the lower line
until the alarm state is displayed.
Tab. 16.3: Pictograms for the alarm state indication
no. func typ mode current

(switching condition) (holding behavior) (switching function) state
R =
OFF NON-HOLD NO Cont. closed
1 MAX HOLD NC Cont. open
2 MIN
3 +→- -→+
QUANT.
ERROR
Example
R1 =
16.11.5 Deactivation of an alarm output

If the programmed outputs are no longer required, they can be deactivated. The configu-
ration of a deactivated output is stored and will be available if the output is activated
again.
Output Options\...\Alarm Output
• Select no in Output Options\Alarm Output to deactivate an output.

• Press ENTER.
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17.1 Activation/deactivation FLUXUS F401
17 SuperUser mode
The SuperUser mode offers the possibility of an advanced diagnostic of signals and
measured values as well as the definition of additional parameters adapted to the mea-
suring point, in order to achieve better measured values or for experimental work. Spe-
cial features of the SuperUser mode are:
• Default settings will not be used.
• There are no plausibility tests during the parameter entry.
• It is not checked whether the entered parameters are within the limits given by physical
laws and technical data.
• The cut-off flow is not activated.
• A number of sound paths has to be entered.
Some menu items that are not visible in the normal mode are displayed.
Notice!
The SuperUser mode is intended for experienced users with advanced application
knowledge. The parameters can affect the normal measuring mode and lead to
wrong measured values or to a measurement failure when a new measuring point is
set up.
17.1 Activation/deactivation
• Enter the HotCode 071049, see section8.4.
• Press ENTER.
SUPERUSER MODE\IS ACTIVE NOW
It is displayed that the SuperUser mode is activated.

• Press ENTER. The main menu will be displayed.
• Enter the HotCode 071049 again to deactivate the SuperUser mode.
SUPERUSER MODE\IS PASSIVE NOW
It is displayed that the SuperUser mode is deactivated.

• Press ENTER. The main menu will be displayed.
Notice!
Some of the defined parameters are still active after the deactivation of the Supe-
rUser mode.
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FLUXUS F401 17.2 Defining flow parameters
17.2 Defining flow parameters

In the SuperUser mode, it is possible to define some flow parameters (profile bounds,
correction of the flow velocity) for the specific application or measuring point.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Calibration
• Select Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Calibration.

• Press ENTER.
17.2.1 Profile bounds
Special Funct.\...\Calibration\...\Profile bounds
• Select user to define the profile bounds. If factory is selected, the default profile
bounds will be used and the menu item Calibration will be displayed.
• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\...\Calibration\...\Laminar flow
• Enter the max. Reynolds number at which the flow is laminar. The entered number will
be rounded to hundreds.
• Enter zero to use the default value of 1000.
• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\...\Calibration\...\Turbulent flow
• Enter the min. Reynolds number at which the flow is turbulent. The entered number will
be rounded to hundreds.
• Enter zero to use the default value of 3000.
• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\...\Calibration\...\Calibration
A request is displayed if an additional correction of the flow velocity is to be defined.

• Select on to define the correction data, off to work without correction of the flow veloc-
ity and return to the menu item SYSTEM settings.
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17.2 Defining flow parameters FLUXUS F401
Example
profile bound for laminar flow: 1500

profile bound for turbulent flow: 2500
At Reynolds numbers < 1500, the flow is regarded as laminar for the calculation of the
physical quantity. At Reynolds numbers > 2500, the flow is regarded as turbulent. The
range 1500...2500 is the transition range between laminar and turbulent flow.
Notice!
The defined profile bounds are still active after the deactivation of the SuperUser
mode.
17.2.2 Correction of the flow velocity

After the profile bounds have been defined, it is possible to define a correction of the flow
velocity:
vcor = m · v + n
where
v – measured flow velocity

m – slope, range: -2.0...+2.0
n – offset, range: -12.7…+12.7 cm/s
vcor – corrected flow velocity
All quantities derived from the flow velocity will be calculated with the corrected flow ve-
locity. The correction data will be transmitted to the PC or printer during the online or of-
fline transmission.
Notice!
It will not be displayed that the correction of the flow velocity is active during the
measurement.
Special Funct.\...\Calibration\...\Calibration
• Select on to define the correction data, off to work without correction of the flow veloc-
ity and return to the menu item SYSTEM settings.
Special Funct.\...\Calibration\...\Calibration\Slope
• If on is selected, enter the slope. The input 0.0 deactivates the correction.
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FLUXUS F401 17.2 Defining flow parameters
• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\...\Calibration\...\Calibration\Offset
• Enter the offset. Enter zero to work without offset.

• Press ENTER.
Example
Slope: 1.1
Offset: -10.0 cm/s = -0.1 m/s
If a flow velocity v = 5 m/s is measured, before the calculation of the derived quantities,
it will be corrected as follows:
vcor = 1.1 · 5 m/s - 0.1 m/s = 5.4 m/s
Example
Slope: -1.0
Offset: 0.0
Only the sign of the measured values changes.
Notice!
The correction data will only be stored when a measurement is started. If the trans-
mitter is switched off without starting a measurement, the entered correction data
will be lost.
Notice!
The correction of the flow velocity is still active after the deactivation of the Supe-
rUser mode.
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17.3 Setting of the measuring time in the low-power mode FLUXUS F401
17.3 Setting of the measuring time in the low-power mode

The measured values are determined during the measuring time. The current value will
be stored in the data logger the end of the measuring time.
The measuring time in the low-power mode can be defined. The default value of 5 s is
appropriate for normal flow conditions.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Miscellaneous
• Select Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Miscellaneous.

• Press ENTER until the menu item Measuring time is displayed.
Measuring time
5 s
• Enter the measuring time. The max. measuring time is 60 s.

• Press ENTER.
This display will only be indicated if the low-power mode is activated.
Notice!
If a measuring time < 5 s is entered, the battery life of the transmitter is reduced.
17.4 Setting of measuring cycles in the night-flow mode

In the SuperUser mode it is possible to switch between a 24 h cycle, see section 16.2,
and a user-defined cycle. The user-defined cycle allows the definition of several measur-
ing and resting phases per day.
If the night-flow mode is activated, the menu item Daily repeat will be displayed at the
beginning of the measurement.
Measuring\...\Nightflow mode\Daily repeat
• Select yes to enter a starting and measuring time and no to define the measuring and
resting phase for the night-flow mode.
• Press ENTER.
Start of measure
>SETUP< asap
• Select asap to start the user-defined cycle with the next full minute and setup to de-
fine the starting time.
• Press ENTER.
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FLUXUS F401 17.5 Limit of the signal amplification
This display will only be indicated if no is selected in the menu item Daily repeat.
Start of measure
02:00
• Enter the starting time.

• Press ENTER.
This display will only be indicated if setup is selected.
Meas. duration ↕
1 hour
• Select the measuring time.

• Press ENTER.
This display will only be indicated if no is selected in the menu item Daily repeat. The
max. measuring time is 12 h.
Sleep duration ↕
1 hour
• Select the resting time.

• Press ENTER.
This display will only be indicated if no is selected in the menu item Daily repeat. The
max. resting time is 12 h.
17.5 Limit of the signal amplification

In order to prevent disturbing and/or pipe wall signals (e.g., if the pipe has run empty)
from being interpreted as useful signals, it is possible to define a max. signal amplifica-
tion. If the signal amplification is greater than the max. signal amplification,
• the flow velocity will be marked as invalid. The physical quantity cannot be determined.
• a hash symbol (#) will be displayed after the unit of measurement (in case of a normal
error, (?) is displayed).
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Miscellaneous\

Gain threshold

• Press ENTER until the menu item Gain threshold is displayed.
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17.6 Upper limit of the sound speed FLUXUS F401

Gain threshold\Fail if > 90 dB
• Enter for each measuring channel the max. signal amplification.

• Enter zero to measure without a limit of the signal amplification.
• Press ENTER.
The current value of the amplification (GAIN) can be displayed in the upper line in the
program branch Measuring. If the current value of the amplification is higher than the
max. amplification, the current value is displayed with →FAIL!.
Notice!
The limit of the signal amplification is still active after the deactivation of the Supe-
rUser mode.
17.6 Upper limit of the sound speed

When the plausibility of the signal is evaluated, it will be checked whether the sound
speed is within a defined range. The used upper limit of the fluid sound speed is the
greatest of the following values:
• fixed upper value, default: 1848 m/s
• value of the sound speed curve of the fluid at the operating point plus offset, default off-
set: 300 m/s
In the SuperUser mode, the values can be defined for fluids that are not contained in the
data set of the transmitter.

Bad soundspeed

• Press ENTER until the menu item Bad soundspeed is displayed.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Miscellaneous\Bad

soundspeed\thresh.
• Enter for each measuring channel the fixed upper limit of the sound speed. Enter zero
to use the default value of 1848 m/s.
• Press ENTER.
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FLUXUS F401 17.6 Upper limit of the sound speed
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Miscellaneous\Bad

soundspeed\offset
• Enter for each measuring channel the offset.

• Enter zero to use the default value of 300 m/s.
• Press ENTER.
Example
fixed upper value of the sound speed (thresh.): 2007 m/s

offset: 600 m/s
value of the sound speed curve at the operating point: 1546 m/s
As 1546 m/s + 600 m/s = 2146 m/s is greater than the fixed upper value 2007, this val-
ue will be used as the upper limit of the sound speed when the plausibility of the signal
is evaluated.
It is possible to display the valid range for the sound speed (SS) in the lower line within
the program branch Measuring during the measurement. The second value (here:
2146 m/s) corresponds to the upper limit at the operating point.
Fig. 17.1: Display of the valid sound speed range
GAIN=91dB
SS=1038/2146 m/s
Notice!
The defined upper limit of the sound speed remains activated after the deactivation
of the SuperUser mode.
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17.7 Detection of long measurement failures FLUXUS F401
17.7 Detection of long measurement failures

If there are no valid measured values during a long time interval, new increments of the
totalizers will be ignored. The values of the totalizers remain unchanged.
In the SuperUser mode, it is possible to set the time interval.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Miscellaneous\Do not

total. if no meas.

• Press ENTER until the menu item Do not total. if no meas. is displayed.
• Enter the time. If zero is entered, the default value of 30 s will be used.
• Press ENTER.
17.8 Number of decimal places of the totalizers

The totalizer values can be displayed with up to 11 places, e.g., 74890046.03. In the
SuperUser mode, it is possible to define the number of decimal places.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Miscellaneous\Total

digits

• Press ENTER until the menu item Total digits is displayed.
• Select one of the following list items:
– Automatic: dynamic adaptation
– Fixed to x digit: x decimal places (range: 0...4)
• Press ENTER.
Total digits = Automatic
The number of decimal places will be adjusted dynamically. Low totalizer values will ini-
tially be displayed with 3 decimal places. If the values of the totalizers are higher, the
number of decimal places will be reduced.
max. value display
< 106 ±0.000 … ±999999.999
< 107 ±1000000.00 … ±9999999.99
< 108 ±10000000.0 … ±99999999.9
< 1010 ±1000000000 … ±9999999999
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FLUXUS F401 17.9 Manual reset of the totalizers
Total digits = Fixed to x digit

The number of decimal points is constant. The max value of the totalizer is reduced with
the number of decimal places.
decimal places max. value max. display
0 < 1010 ±9999999999
1 < 108 ±99999999.9
2 < 107 ±9999999.99
3 < 106 ±999999.999
4 < 105 ±99999.9999
Notice!
The number of decimal places and the max. value defined here only affect the dis-
play of the totalizers.
17.9 Manual reset of the totalizers

3xC clear totals

• Press ENTER until the menu item 3xC clear totals is displayed.
• Select on to activate the manual reset of the totalizers, off to deactivate it.
• Press ENTER.
Notice!
The manual reset of the totalizers is still active after the deactivation of the Supe-
rUser mode.
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17.10 Display of the totalizer sum FLUXUS F401
17.10 Display of the totalizer sum

The totalizer sum of both flow directions can be displayed in the upper line during the
measurement.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Miscellaneous\Show ΣQ

• Press ENTER until the menu item Show ΣQ is displayed.
• Select on to activate the display of the totalizer sum, off to deactivate it.
• Press ENTER.
If the display of the totalizer sum is activated, the sum ΣQ of the totalizers can be dis-
played in the upper line during the measurement.
Fig. 17.2: Display of the totalizer sum
ΣQ 13.2 m3
17.11 Display of the last valid measured value

If the signal is not sufficient for a measurement, UNDEF is normally displayed. Instead of
UNDEF, it is also possible to display the last valid measured value.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Miscellaneous\Keep

display val

• Press ENTER until the menu item Keep display val is displayed.
• Select on to activate the display of the last valid measured value, off to deactivate it.
• Press ENTER.
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FLUXUS F401 17.12 Displays during the measurement
17.12 Displays during the measurement

Besides the normal information, see section 9.4, the following parameters can be dis-
played during the measurement in the SuperUser mode:
display explanation
t transit time of the measuring signal in the fluid
c sound speed
REYNOLD Reynolds number
VARI A standard deviation of the signal amplitude
VARI T standard deviation of the transit time of the measuring signal
dt-norm transit time difference standardized to the transducer frequency
fluid density
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18.1 Dialogs and menus FLUXUS F401
18 Settings
18.1 Dialogs and menus
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Dialogs/Menus
• Select Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Dialogs/Menus.

• Press ENTER.
Notice!
18.1.1 Pipe circumference
Special Funct.\...\Dialogs/Menus\Pipe Circumfer.
• Select on if the pipe circumference is to be entered instead of the pipe diameter in the
program branch Parameter.
• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\...\Dialogs/Menus\Pipe Circumfer.\Outer Diameter
If on is selected for Pipe Circumfer., the outer pipe diameter will still be requested in
the program branch Parameter.
• In order to select the menu item Pipe Circumfer., enter zero.
• Press ENTER.
The value displayed in Pipe Circumfer. is calculated on the basis of the last dis-
played value of the outer pipe diameter.
Example: 100 mm . π = 314.2 mm
• Enter the pipe circumference. The limits for the pipe circumference are calculated on
the basis of the limits for the outer pipe diameter.
• Press ENTER.
During the next scroll through the program branch Parameter, the outer pipe diameter
that corresponds to the entered pipe circumference will be displayed.
Example: 180 mm : π = 57.3 mm
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FLUXUS F401 18.1 Dialogs and menus
Notice!
The edition of the pipe circumference is only temporarily. When the transmitter
switches back to the display of the pipe circumference (internal recalculation), slight
rounding errors may occur.
Example
entered pipe circumference: 100 mm

displayed outer pipe diameter: 31.8 mm
When the transmitter switches back to the display of the pipe circumference, 99.9 mm
will be displayed.
18.1.2 Measuring point number
Special Funct.\...\Dialogs/Menus\Meas.Point No.
• Select (1234) if the measuring point is to be identified only by numbers, point and hy-
phen.
• Select (↑↓← →) if the measuring point is to be designated with ASCII characters.
• Press ENTER.
18.1.3 Transducer distance
Special Funct.\...\Dialogs/Menus\Transd. Distance
recommended setting: user

• user will be selected if the measuring point is always the same
• auto can be selected if the measuring point often changes
In the program branch Measuring, the recommended transducer distance will be dis-
played in parentheses, followed by the entered transducer distance if the recommended
and the entered transducer distance are not identical.
Transd. Distance
(50.8) 50.0 mm
During the transducer positioning, in the program branch Measuring

• only the entered transducer distance will be displayed if Transd. Distance = user
is selected and the recommended and the entered transducer distances are identical
• only the recommended transducer distance will be displayed if Transd. Distance =
auto is selected
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18.1 Dialogs and menus FLUXUS F401
18.1.4 Error delay

The error delay is the time interval after which the entered value for the error value is
transmitted to the output in case no valid measured values are available.
Special Funct.\...\Dialogs/Menus\Error-val. delay
• Select damping if the damping factor is to be used as the error delay. Select edit to ac-
tivate the menu item Error-val. delay in the program branch Output Options.
From now on, the error delay can be entered in the program branch Output Options.
• Press ENTER.
18.1.5 Alarm state indication
Special Funct.\...\Dialogs/Menus\SHOW RELAIS STAT
• Select on to display the alarm state during the measurement.

• Press ENTER.
18.1.6 Units of measurement

It is possible to set the units of measurement for the length, temperature, pressure, den-
sity and kinematic viscosity and sound speed.
• Select a unit of measurement for all quantities.
• Press ENTER after each selection.
18.1.7 Settings relating the fluid pressure

It is possible to set whether the absolute or the relative pressure is to be used:
Special Funct.\...\Dialogs/Menus\Pressure absolut
• Select on or off.
• Press ENTER.
If on is selected, the absolute pressure pa will be displayed/input/transmitted.
If off is selected, the relative pressure pg will be displayed/input/transmitted.
pg = pa - 1.01 bar
The pressure and its unit of measurement will, e.g., be displayed in the program branch
Parameter. It is followed by the selected pressure, indicated in parentheses:
a – absolute pressure
g – relative pressure
Fluid pressure
1.00 bar(a)
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18.2 Measurement settings
• Select Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring.

• Press ENTER.
Notice!
Special Funct.\...\Measuring\Compare c-fluid
• Select yes if the measured sound speed is to be compared to the theoretical or expect-
ed value.
• Press ENTER.
The difference δc = cmea - cstored between the two sound speeds will be displayed in the
lower line during the measurement. cstored is the sound speed of the reference fluid
stored in the database.
• Press key during the measurement to scroll to the display of δc.
Special Funct.\...\Measuring\ProfileCorr 2.0
• Select a list item:

– off: profile correction 1.0
– on: profile correction 2.0 at ideal inflow conditions (default)
– With disturbance: profile correction 2.0 at non ideal inflow conditions
• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\...\Measuring\Flow Velocity
• Select normal to display and transmit the profile corrected flow values, uncorr. to
display and output the flow values without flow profile correction.
• Press ENTER.
For further information, see section 16.8.
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Special Funct.\...\Measuring\Velocity limit
An upper limit for the flow velocity can be entered, see section 16.5.
• Enter zero to deactivate the flow velocity check.
• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\...\Measuring\Cut-off Flow
A lower limit for the flow velocity can be entered.

• Select sign to define a cut-off flow depending on the flow direction. One limit is set for
the positive and negative flow velocity.
• Select absolut to define a cut-off flow independent of the flow direction. A limit is set
for the absolute value of the flow velocity.
• Press ENTER.
• Select factory to use the default limit of 2.5 cm/s (0.025 m/s) for the cut-off flow.
• Select user to enter the cut-off flow.
• Press ENTER.
If Cut-off Flow\sign and user are selected, 2 values have to be entered:
Special Funct.\...\Measuring\Cut-off Flow\+Cut-off Flow

• Press ENTER.
All positive values of the flow velocity smaller than this limit are set to zero.
Special Funct.\...\Measuring\Cut-off Flow\-Cut-off Flow

• Press ENTER.
All negative values of the flow velocity greater than this limit will be set to zero.
If Cut-off Flow\absolut and user are selected, only one value have to be entered:
Special Funct.\...\Measuring\Cut-off Flow

• Press ENTER.
The absolute value of all flow velocity values lower than this limit will be set to zero.
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Special Funct.\...\Measuring\Quant. wrapping
• Select the overflow behavior of the totalizers, see section 16.3.

• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\...\Measuring\Quantity recall
• Select on to keep the previous totalizer values after a restart of the measurement.
• Select off to reset the totalizers to zero after a restart of the measurement.
• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\...\Measuring\Toggle totalizer
It is possible to set a time period after which the display toggles between the positive and
the negative totalizer during the measurement.
• Enter a time interval between 0 (off) and 5 s.
• Press ENTER.
This display will not be indicated if the low-power mode is activated.
Special Funct.\...\Measuring\Turbulence mode
The activation of the turbulence mode can enhance the signal quality if the flow is highly
turbulent (e.g., in the vicinity of an elbow or valve). An SNR value of min. 6 dB is required
during the measurement.
• Select on to activate the turbulence mode.
• Press ENTER.
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18.3 Contrast settings FLUXUS F401
18.3 Contrast settings
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Miscellaneous
• Select Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Miscellaneous.

• Press ENTER.
Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Miscellaneous\SETUP DISPLAY
• Select Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Miscellaneous to set the display

contrast of the transmitter.
The display contrast is adjusted with the following keys:
increases the contrast

reduces the contrast
• Press ENTER.
It is possible to reset the display to medium contrast by means of a HotCode.
• Enter the HotCode 555000, see section 8.4.
Notice!
After an initialization of the transmitter, the display is reset to medium contrast.
18.4 Program code

A running measurement can be protected against inadvertent intervention by a program
code.
If a program code has been defined, it will be requested in case of any intervention in the
measurement (a command or key BRK).
18.4.1 Defining a program code
Special Funct.\Program code
• Select Special Funct.\Program code.

• Press ENTER.
• Enter a program code with max. 6 digits.
• Press ENTER.
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FLUXUS F401 18.4 Program code
An error message will be displayed if a reserved number has been entered (e.g., a
HotCode for language selection).
INVALID CODE !
909049
A program code will remain valid as long as:

• no other valid program code is entered or
• the program code is not deactivated
Notice!
Do not forget the program code!

If a program code is activated, the message PROGRAM CODE ACTIVE will be displayed
for a few seconds when a key is pressed.
If key BRK is pressed:
In order to stop a running measurement, the complete program code has to be entered
(= Break Code).
INPUT BREAK_CODE
CODE: 000000
• Enter the program code with the keys and .

• Press ENTER.
If the entered program code is invalid, an error message will be displayed for a few sec-
onds.
INPUT BREAK_CODE
INVALID CODE !
If the entered program code is valid, the measurement will be stopped.
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18.4 Program code FLUXUS F401
If a command is selected:
In order to execute a command, it is sufficient to enter the first 3 digits of the program
code (= Access Code).
INP. ACCESS CODE

CODE: 000000
• Enter the first 3 digits of the program code with the keys and .
• Press ENTER.
At first, 000000 is displayed. If the program code starts with 000, ENTER can be
pressed immediately.
18.4.3 Deactivation of the program code
Special Funct.\Program code
• Select Special Funct.\Program code.

• Press ENTER.
• Enter "------" to delete the program code.
• Press ENTER.
If the character "-" is entered less than 6 times, this character sequence will be used as
the new program code.
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FLUXUS F401 A Menu structure
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A Menu structure
Program branches
Parameter Measuring Output Options Special Funct.
Pipe parameters Measuring point number Physical quantity System settings
Fluid parameter Number of sound paths Unit of measurement

→ Dialogs and menus
→ Measurement
Transducer type Transducer positioning Damping → Outputs
→ Storing
→ Serial transmission
→ Miscellaneous
Measurement Output of measured value
→ Clock settings
Consistency check
Instrument information
Print of measured values
Deletion of measured values
Program code
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A Menu structure FLUXUS F401
Parameter input
(see chapter 9)
Main menu
Parameter
Outer Diameter
Wall Thickness
Pipe Material
Lining
yes no
Lining
Liner Thickness
Roughness
Disturb.distance [1]
Medium
Medium Temperat.
Transducer Type
Special Version Standard
→ Transd. Data 1
…
→ Transd. Data 6
Legend
[1] only if With disturbance is selected
in the menu item Special Funct.\
SYSTEM settings\Measuring\
ProfileCorr 2.0
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Measurement settings
(see chapter 9)
Main menu
Output Options
Physic. Quant.
Unit of measurement
Damping
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Data logger
(see chapter 14)
1 Main menu 2 Main menu
Special Funct. Output Options
SYSTEM settings ENTER until
Store Meas.Data
Storing
Ringbuffer yes no
Storage Rate
yes no
Storage mode
sample average
3 Main menu
Quantity Storage
Special Funct.
one both
Print Meas.Val. Delete Meas.Val.

Store Amplitude
Send Header
Store c-Medium yes no
Store diagnostic
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Measurement start
(see chapter 9)
Main menu
Measuring
Meas.Point No.:
PROFILE CORR. [1], [2]
Sound Path [2]
Transd. Distance [2]
Signal test
Transd. Distance [2]
Measurement display
BRK
Measurement stop
Legend
[1] this will only be displayed if uncorr. is selected in the menu item Special
Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring\Flow Velocity
[2] this will only be displayed if Enable NoiseTrek has not been actived in the
menu item Special Funct.\SYSTEM settings\Measuring
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Configuration of the outputs

(see chapter 9)
1 Main menu 2 Main menu
Special Funct. Output Options
ENTER until
SYSTEM settings
Current Loop
Proc. outputs
Install Output yes no
Zero-Scale Val.
→ Current
→ Binary
Full-Scale Val.
enable Test output
yes no
Source item
Output range
Error-value
Active loop
Output Test
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SuperUser mode
(see chapter 17)
Main menu
Special Funct.
SYSTEM settings
Calibration Measuring
Miscellaneous
factory user
ENTER until
Laminar flow
Gain threshold
Turbulent flow
Bad soundspeed
Calibration → thresh.
→ offset
off on ENTER until
Slope Do not total. if
Offset Total digits
→ Automatic
→ Fixed to 0 digit
3×C clear totals
off on
Keep display val

Show ƩQ
off on
off on
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Alarm output
(see chapter 16)
1 Main menu
Special Funct.
SYSTEM settings
Proc. outputs
Install Output
→ Binary
2 Main menu
enable
Source chan. Output Options
Source item ENTER until
→ Limit Alarm Output
func typ mode
→ MAX → QUANT. → +→- -→+ → NON-HOLD → NO Cont.

→ MIN → ERROR → HOLD → NC Cont.
→ OFF
R1 Input Quantity Limit:
→ Volume flow
→ Signal amplitude
→ c-Medium
→ SCNR
High Limit:
R1 Hysterese
Display of the set

alarm state
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FLUXUS F401 B Units of measurement
B Units of measurement
Length/roughness
unit of measurement description
mm millimeter
inch inch
Temperature
°C degree Celsius
°F degree Fahrenheit
Pressure
bar(a) bar (absolute)
bar(g) bar (relative)
psi(a) pound per square inch (absolute)
psi(g) pound per square inch (relative)
Density
g/cm³ gram per cubic centimeter
kg/cm³ kilogram per cubic centimeter
Sound speed
m/s meter per second
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B Units of measurement FLUXUS F401
Kinematic viscosity
mm²/s square millimeter per second
1 mm²/s = 1 cSt
Flow velocity
m/s meter per second
cm/s centimeter per second
inch/s inch per second
fps (ft/s) foot per second
Volumetric flow rate
unit of measurement description volume (totalized)
m³/d cubic meter per day m³
m³/h cubic meter per hour m³
m³/min cubic meter per minute m³
m³/s cubic meter per second m³
km³/h cubic kilometer per hour km³
ml/min milliliter per minute l
l/h liter per hour l
l/min liter per minute l
l/s liter per second l
hl/h hectoliter per hour hl

(1) cft: cubic foot
(2) aft: acre foot
1 US-gal = 3.78541 l
1 UK-gal = 4.54609 l
1 bbl = US Oil ≈ 159 l
1 bbl = US Wine ≈ 119 l
1 bbl = US Beer ≈ 117 l
1 bbl = UK ≈ 164 l
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FLUXUS F401 B Units of measurement
unit of measurement description volume (totalized)
hl/min hectoliter per minute hl
hl/s hectoliter per second hl
Ml/d (megaliter/d) megaliter per day Ml
bbl/d barrel per day bbl
bbl/h barrel per hour bbl
bbl/m barrel per minute bbl
bbl/s barrel per second bbl
USgpd (US-gal/d) gallon per day gal
USgph (US-gal/h) gallon per hour gal
USgpm (US-gal/m) gallon per minute gal
USgps (US-gal/s) gallon per second gal
KGPM (US-Kgal/m) kilogallon per minute kgal
MGD (US-Mgal/d) million gallons per day Mgal
IGPD (UK-gal/d) gallon per day Igal
CFD cubic foot per day cft (1)
CFH cubic foot per hour cft
CFM cubic foot per minute cft
CFS cubic foot per second aft (2)
MMCFD million cubic feet per day MMCF
MMCFH million cubic feet per hour MMCF

(1)
cft: cubic foot
(2)
aft: acre foot
1 US-gal = 3.78541 l
1 UK-gal = 4.54609 l
1 bbl = US Oil ≈ 159 l
1 bbl = US Wine ≈ 119 l
1 bbl = US Beer ≈ 117 l
1 bbl = UK ≈ 164 l
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B Units of measurement FLUXUS F401
Mass flow rate
unit of measurement description mass (totalized)
t/h ton per hour t
t/d ton per day t
kg/h kilogram per hour kg
kg/min kilogram per minute kg
kg/s kilogram per second kg
g/s gram per second g
lb/d pound per day lb
lb/h pound per hour lb
lb/m pound per minute lb
lb/s pound per second lb
klb/h kilopound per hour klb
klb/m kilopound per minute klb
1 lb = 453.59237 g
1 t = 1000 kg
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FLUXUS F401 C Reference
C Reference
The following tables provide assistance for the user. The accuracy of the data depends
on the composition, temperature and processing of the material. FLEXIM does not as-
sume liability for any inaccuracies.
C.1 Sound speed of selected pipe and lining materials at 20 °C

The values of some of these materials are stored in the internal database of the transmit-
ter. Column cflow shows the sound speed (longitudinal or transversal) used for the flow
measurement.
material (display) explanation ctrans [m/s] clong [m/s] cflow
Carbon Steel steel, normal 3230 5930 trans
Stainless Steel steel, stainless 3100 5790 trans
DUPLEX duplex stainless steel 3272 5720 trans
Ductile Iron ductile iron 2650 - trans
Asbestos Cement asbestos cement 2200 - trans
Titanium titanium 3067 5955 trans
Copper copper 2260 4700 trans
Aluminium aluminum 3100 6300 trans
Brass brass 2100 4300 trans
Plastic plastic 1120 2000 long
GRP glass reinforced plastic (GRP) - 2650 long
PVC polyvinyl chloride - 2395 long
PE polyethylene 540 1950 long
PP polypropylene 2600 2550 trans
Bitumen bitumen 2500 - trans
Acrylic acrylic glass 1250 2730 long
Lead lead 700 2200 long
Cu-Ni-Fe copper-nickel-iron alloy 2510 4900 trans
Grey Cast Iron gray cast iron 2200 4600 trans
Rubber rubber 1900 2400 trans
Glass glass 3400 5600 trans
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C Reference FLUXUS F401
material (display) explanation ctrans [m/s] clong [m/s] cflow
PFA perfluoralcoxy 500 1185 long
PVDF polyvinylidene fluorid 760 2050 long
Sintimid Sintimid - 2472 long
Teka PEEK Teka PEEK - 2534 long
Tekason Tekason - 2230 long
The sound speed depends on the composition and the manufacturing process of the ma-
terial. The sound speed of alloys and cast materials fluctuates strongly. The values only
serve as an orientation.
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FLUXUS F401 C Reference
C.2 Typical roughness values of pipes

The values are based on experience and measurements.
material absolute roughness [mm]
drawn pipes of non-ferrous metal, glass, plastics and 0…0.0015

light metal
drawn steel pipes 0.01…0.05
fine-planed, polished surface max. 0.01
planed surface 0.01…0.04
rough-planed surface 0.05…0.1
welded steel pipes, new 0.05…0.1
after long use, cleaned 0.15…0.2
moderately rusted, slightly encrusted max. 0.4
heavily encrusted max. 3
cast iron pipes:
bitumen lining > 0.12
new, without lining 0.25…1
rusted 1…1.5
encrusted 1.5…3
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C Reference FLUXUS F401
C.3 Properties of water at 1 bar and at saturation pressure
fluid temperature fluid pressure sound speed density specific heat capacity1
[°C] [bar] [m/s] [kg/m³] [kJ/kg/K-1]
0.1 1,013 1402.9 999.8 4,219
10 1,013 1447.3 999.7 4,195
20 1,013 1482.3 998.2 4,184
30 1,013 1509.2 995.6 4,180
40 1,013 1528.9 992.2 4,179
50 1,013 1542.6 988.0 4,181
60 1,013 1551.0 983.2 4,185
70 1,013 1554.7 977.8 4,190
80 1,013 1554.4 971.8 4,197
90 1,013 1550.5 965.3 4,205
100 1,013 1543.2 958.3 4,216
120 1,985 1519.9 943.1 4,244
140 3,615 1486.2 926.1 4,283
160 6,182 1443.2 907.4 4,335
180 10.03 1391.7 887.0 4,405
200 15.55 1332.1 864.7 4,496
220 23.20 1264.5 840.2 4,615
240 33.47 1189.0 813.4 4,772
260 46.92 1105.3 783.6 4,986
280 64.17 1012.6 750.3 5,289
300 85.88 909.40 712.1 5,750
320 112.8 793.16 667.1 6,537
340 146.0 658.27 610.7 8,208
360 186.7 479.74 527.6 15.00
373,946 220,640 72,356 322.0 ∞

1 at constant pressure
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FLUXUS F401 D Conformity declarations
D Conformity declarations
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D Conformity declarations FLUXUS F401
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Operating instruction for

17 SuperUser mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Storage of the operational manual

2.2 Intended use

2.3 Not intended use

2.4 Safety instructions for the user

2.5 Safety instructions for the operator

2.6 Safety instructions for electrical work

Fig. 2.1: Transmitter

2.7 Safety instructions for transport

2.8 Recommended procedure in hazardous situations

3.1 Measurement principle

Acoustic calibration factor ka

Fluid mechanics correction factor kRe

3.1.2 Measurement of the flow velocity in the TransitTime mode

v – average flow velocity of the fluid

Fig. 3.1: Sound path of the signal in the flow direction

flow direction of sound path with flow

flow direction of sound path with flow

Fig. 3.3: Transit time difference Δt

1 – signal in the flow direction

3.1.3 Measurement of the flow velocity in the NoiseTrek parallel beam

Fig. 3.4: Measurement arrangement in the NoiseTrek parallel beam mode

The transit time difference t of 2 consecutive ultrasonic signals is determined. It be-

ultrasonic signal S1 ultrasonic signal S2

gas bubble or gas bubble or

flow direction flow direction

The average flow velocity of the fluid is calculated as follows:

v – average flow velocity of the fluid

3.2 Measurement arrangements

Diagonal arrangement Reflection arrangement

Sound beam plane

Fig. 3.8: 2 sound paths in 1 plane

Diagonal arrangement with 1 beam Reflection arrangement with 1 beam

1 transducer pair 1 transducer pair

3.3 Acoustic penetration

Observe the following notes on the selection of the measuring point:

Fig. 3.9: Recommended transducer Fig. 3.10: Disadvantageous transducer

Fig. 3.11: Recommended transducer Fig. 3.12: Disadvantageous transducer

Free inlet or outlet pipe section

Fig. 3.13: Recommended transducer Fig. 3.14: Disadvantageous transducer

3.4 Undisturbed flow profile

Tab. 3.1: Recommended distance from disturbance sources

disturbance source: 90° elbow

disturbance source: 2 × 90° elbows on different planes

Tab. 3.1: Recommended distance from disturbance sources

disturbance source: valve

disturbance source: reducer

disturbance source: pump

Fig. 4.1: Example for a measurement arrangement

4.2 Handling concept

Fig. 4.2: Command panel of the transmitter

For a description of the individual program branches, see Tab. 4.1.

Tab. 4.1: Description of the program branches

program branch description

Output Options Channel-related settings such as determination of the physical quantity,

R1=FUNC< typ mode

4.3.2 Input fields

• Enter the value with keys and , see Tab. 4.6.

4.3.3 Status indications