FLOMEC QSI Electronic Module Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual for FLOMEC models including: QSI Electronic Module, Electronic Module, Module

920897-03D DRAFT REVISED 1-4-2022

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QSI ELECTRONIC MODULE
For FLOMEC® G-Series Meters

01/2022

920897-03 Rev. D

This instruction covers the installation of the "no display" electronic module with QSI1, QSI2, or QSI3 versions of communications electronics installed. The basic mechanical installation is the same for all electronic modules. The wiring connections and wiring diagrams differ depending on the electronic module being installed.
MODULE CONTENTS Check the contents of your module using the list below as reference.
· (1) Completely assembled QSI module · (1) Installation instructions · (2) Butt-splice connections · (1) Set of (4) Strain reliefs
FLOMEC APP FOR ANDROID To learn how to get started using the FLOMEC App, visit: flomecmeters.com/downloads/flomec-app-quickstart.pdf
FLOMEC APP QUICKSTART
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SPECIFICATIONS

MECHANICAL

Cover Plate Port Threads

Female 1/2-20 UNF2B (Compatible with PG7 thread)

Port Strain Relief

Hubble PG7

Grip Range

0.11"-0.26" (2.79 - 6.6mm)

Port Conduit GPI PG7 x 1/2 in.

Adapter

NPT Male

Recommended Belden #9501

Cable

(2-Conductor

w/Drain Wire,

Shielded)

TEMPERATURES

Operation

+32°F to +140°F

Temperature (0°C to +60°C)

Ambient Air Operation Temp

0°F to +140°F (-18°C to +60°C)

POWER SUPPLY

Voltage Requirement

Min. 12 VDC (voltages below 12V will result in meter accuracy issues)
Max. 36 VDC (higher voltage may damage unit)

Battery Backup Coin cell lithium, 3V

(QSI2, QSI3 (CR2032)

Only)

UL APPROVED

MAX POWER CONSUMPTION

G-Series Meter with QSI

170mA 4 watts @ 24VDC 6 watts @ 36VDC

ELECTRICAL

PollutionDegree 2

Installation Category

Altitude

2000m Max.

Indoor use only

OUTPUTS & COMMUNICATION

QSI Version 1:

Bluetooth

Coil/Digital Pulse Input

Pulse Output

RS485

Temperature Inputs

BTU Calculator

QSI Version 2:

Bluetooth

Coil/Digital Pulse Input

Pulse Output

Temperature Inputs

BTU Calculator

QSI Version 3:

Bluetooth

Coil/Digital Pulse Input

Pulse Output

4-20mA output

SPECIFICATIONS (continued) DIMENSIONS Dimensions are shown in inches and [mm]
Figure 1 APPROVALS & RATINGS
RoHS Compliant (2011/65/EU) This product is in compliance with the RoHS Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
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INTRODUCTION QSI The QSI communications module is a multiple capability electronics package and has three versions (QSI1, QSI2 or QSI3) available; each with its own mix of capabilities to better serve the customer (See Versions below).
· QSI1: Equipped with Bluetooth®, coil/digital pulse input, pulse output (flow or energy & scalable), RS485 (Modbus® RTU), temperature inputs, BTU calculator.
· QSI2: Equipped with Bluetooth, coil/digital pulse input, pulse output (flow or energy & scalable), temperature inputs, BTU calculator.
· QSI3: Equipped with Bluetooth, coil/digital pulse input, pulse output (flow scalable), 4-20mA output.
This manual contains information and meter wiring diagrams for the three different QSI electronics modules. IMPORTANT NOTICE QSI module electronics are very sensitive to electric noise if operated within 6 inches of some electric motors, relays, transformers or other sources of electronic noise. If the QSI electronics are used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. GENERAL INFORMATION QSI electronics are available factory installed on designated meters, or as modules that will adapt the electronics to other FLOMEC meters. The QSI electronics converts the voltage (or pulses) from the meter into usable information to support the various capabilities of the modules. The QSI module electronics are powered by customer- supplied external power. SAFETY This product is not approved for use in hazardous locations.
· Be sure O-rings and seals are kept in good repair. · When applying power, adhere to specifications in this manual. · Disconnect external power before attaching or detaching input or output
wires.
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INSTALLATION
NOTE: For ALL QSI electronic modules.
1. Make sure the QSI module and meter are disconnected from power source. 2. Remove any attached products from the 1" male NPT fitting on top of your G-
Series meter. It will be replaced with the module components. 3. Remove the (6) #8-16 x 3/4 in. screws attaching the module cover plate to the
base and separate. Do not damage the seal between the two components (see Figure 2). 4. Screw the module elbow adapter onto the 1" NPT fitting on top of your G-Series meter, aligning the face of the base (still attached to the elbow) in desired direction. 5. Make sure the seal is in place on the face of the base prior to routing the wiring from the meter. 6. Route the (2) wires from the meter sensor through the elbow adapter and out the face of the base. Snip ends to remove stripped wire. Connect either of the meter sensor wires to either wire from the QSI PC board using the enclosed butt-splice connectors (see Figure 2). Crimp connector to splice wires together and release insulation gel. Repeat with the remaining sensor and PC board wire (see Figure 4, 6, or 8 depending on your QSI version). (Make sure the power is disconnected from external cables before beginning this step): Route external cables through the strain relief(s), and then tighten the dome nut securely around the cable to provide an environmental seal.
7. To route external power and/ or electronic cables to the QSI PC board screw connectors, prepare the cover plate by removing the plug and sealing washer from each port that you intend to use. Replace the removed plugs with a strain relief w/O-ring. The strain relief will accommodate cable sizes of 0.11 in. (2.8 mm) through 0.26 in. (6.6 mm) diameter. Leave the factory installed plugs in any unused ports.
8. (Make sure the power is disconnected from external cables before beginning this step): Route external cables through the strain reliefs, and then tighten the dome nut securely around the cable to provide an environmental seal.
9. Connect cable wires to the QSI PC board screw terminals (see Figure 4, 6, or 8 depending on your QSI version).
10. Mount the cover plate on the base making sure the seal is seated properly between them. Replace the (6) previously removed screws to secure the cover plate to the base. Tighten screws.
11. Connect power to QSI module and meter.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
STRAIN RELIEFS SHOWN INSTALLED
Figure 2 7

WIRING DIAGRAMS TERMINAL CONNECTIONS CHART

Figure 3

TEMP SENSOR PT100-Red Sensor VCC Output PT100-White Input High Side

PT100-Blue Input Return

RS-485 (Galvanically Isolated)

RS485 (+)

Positive Signal

RS485 (-)

Negative Signal

RS485 GND Circuit Ground*

PULSE INPUT

+5V

5VDC output to power external sensor

(+)

Digital Pulse Frequency Input, up to 3kHz

Coil A

Low level sine wave input

Coil B

Low level sine wave input

GPI SENSOR

Ribbon cable connection to GPI custom sensor designs

PULSE OUTPUT (Galvanically Isolated)

(-)

Pulse Output return current*

Pulse Output frequency

(+)

output. This is a "current sinking open collector"

output ***

POWER INPUT

(-)

12-36VDC Input A**

(-)

Digital Pulse Return

(+)

12-36VDC Input B**

4-20mA (Galvanically Isolated)

(+)

4 to 20mA current loopcurrent in to transmitter

(-)

4 to 20mA current loopcurrent out of transmitter*

*NOTE: It is not recommended to connect isolated ground connections together or to board common.

**NOTE: Polarity of voltage for DC is not important. However, an earth ground isolated power supply is required to prevent earth ground loop currents and ground fault conditions.
***NOTE: This output may require an external pull up resistor if interfacing equipment does not include one.

QSI1 WIRING

QSI VERSION 1 PC BOARD RS-485 BTU

Figure 4
QSI VERSION 1 - WIRING DIAGRAM Inputs: Temperature Sensors, Variable Reluctance, Pickup Coil
Outputs: RS-485, Pulse Output

Figure 5 9

QSI2 WIRING

QSI VERSION 2 PC BOARD Pulse In BTU

Figure 6
QSI VERSION 2 - WIRING DIAGRAM Inputs: Temperature Sensors, Variable Reluctance, Pickup Coil
Output: Pulse Output

Figure 7 10

QSI3 WIRING

QSI VERSION 3 PC BOARD 4-20mA

Figure 8 QSI VERSION 3 - WIRING DIAGRAM
Customer Equipment with Built-in Power Supply Inputs: Standard Remote Sensor (Variable Reluctance Pickup Coil) Outputs: Customer Equipment, 4-20mA Sensing, Built-in Loop Power Supply
Minimum signal amplitude required for normal operation is approximately 15mV P-P. Recommended cable type - twisted pair with shield. Recommended maximum cable length is 20ft. CAUTION: When reassembling the cover plate, make sure the enclosure seal is not crimped or twisted. Do not over-tighten screws (hand-tighten only).
Figure 9 11

QSI3 WIRING - (continued) QSI VERSION 3 - WIRING DIAGRAM
Customer Equipment without Built-in Power Supply Inputs: Standard Remote Sensor (Variable Reluctance Pickup Coil)
Outputs: 4-20mA with Separate Power Supply Note: Either of the wiring diagrams below (Low Side Negative Wiring-Figure 10A) or (High Side Positive Wiring-Figure 10B) are valid, as long as the current direction arrows and the (+) and (-) connections on all of the equipment in the loop are correct.
Figure 10A Low Side (Negative) Wiring
Figure 10B High Side (Positive) Wiring
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MAINTENANCE Check cable-entry seals periodically. Tighten and/or apply sealant if needed. This is especially important in environments containing heavy concentrations of dust, oil mist, or other residue. Check all wiring connections occasionally for oxidation or corrosion. Clean and reseat if such conditions are noted. If necessary, check and re-seat any connections that may have been subjected to strain (during rework or construction, for example). REPLACING BATTERY NOTE: The QSI2 and QSI3 communications module has a 3V lithium coin cell battery installed on the PC board. In case of power failure, the battery functions as power backup to maintain the internal system time. Any QSI2 or QSI3 feature that uses a time reference as part of its functionality will be immediately accurate to the current time when power is restored. · DISCONNECT POWER TO METER · Remove (6) screws retaining the cover plate to the base and lift the cover plate
free of the base (see Figure 11). · Flip the cover plate over and remove (4) screws retaining the PC board
assembly (see Figure 12). · Remove and replace the coin cell battery (CR2032) on the backside of PC
board (see Figure 13). · Reverse the procedure to reassemble the cover plate to the base. Make sure
the cover plate seal is seated before tightening the (6) cover plate screws.
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MAINTENANCE (continued) REPLACING BATTERY (continued)

Figure 11

Figure 12 STRAIN RELIEFS SHOWN

Figure 13 14

SERVICE For warranty consideration, contact your local distributor. If you need further assistance, contact the GPI Customer Service Department at: 1-888-996-3837 You will need to:
· Provide information from the decal on your meter. · Receive a Return Authorization number. · Flush any fluid from the meter before shipping to the factory. RETURNING PARTS Please contact the factory before returning any parts. It may be possible to diagnose the trouble and identify needed parts in a telephone call. GPI can also inform you of any special handling requirements you will need to follow covering the transportation and handling of equipment that has been used to transfer hazardous or flammable liquids. CAUTION: Do not return equipment without specific authority from the GPI Customer Service Department. Due to strict regulations governing transportation, handling, and disposal of hazardous or flammable liquids, GPI will not accept equipment for rework unless it is completely free of liquid residue.
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FLOMEC® TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Great Plains Industries, Inc. 5252 E. 36th Street North, Wichita, KS USA 67220-3205, hereby provides a limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship on all products manufactured by Great Plains Industries, Inc. This product includes a 2-year warranty. Manufacturer's sole obligation under the foregoing warranties will be limited to either, at Manufacturer's option, replacing or repairing defective Goods (subject to limitations hereinafter provided) or refunding the purchase price for such Goods theretofore paid by the Buyer, and Buyer's exclusive remedy for breach of any such warranties will be enforcement of such obligations of Manufacturer. The warranty shall extend to the purchaser of this product and to any person to whom such product is transferred during the warranty period.
The warranty period shall begin on the date of manufacture or on the date of purchase with an original sales receipt. This warranty shall not apply if:
A. the product has been altered or modified outside the warrantor's duly appointed representative;
B. the product has been subjected to neglect, misuse, abuse or damage or has been installed or operated other than in accordance with the manufacturer's operating instructions.
To make a claim against this warranty, or for technical assistance or repair, contact your FLOMEC distributor or contact FLOMEC at one of the locations below.

In North or South America contact

Outside North or South America contact

Great Plains Industries, Inc. 5252 East 36th St. North Wichita, KS 67220-3205 USA
888-996-3837
www.flomecmeters.com (North America)

GPI Australia (Trimec Industries Pty. Ltd.)
12/7-11 Parraweena Road Caringbah NSW 2229 Australia
+61 02 9540 4433
www.flomec.com.au

The company will step you through a product troubleshooting process to determine appropriate corrective actions.

GREAT PLAINS INDUSTRIES, INC., EXCLUDES LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCURRED IN THE USE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT WARRANTED HEREUNDER.

The company herewith expressly disclaims any warranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose other than for which it was designed.
This warranty gives you specific rights and you may also have other rights which vary from U.S. state to U.S. state.
NOTE: In compliance with MAGNUSON MOSS CONSUMER WARRANTY ACT Part 702 (governs the resale availability of the warranty terms).

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