Imag 4700 Municipal Industrial Magmeter Instructions (+ PDF)

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1 iMAG 4700 Municipal Industrial Magmeter

2 Product Information

3 Product Usage Instructions

3.1 Installation

3.2 Connections

3.3 General Cable Information

3.4 Cable Installation

3.5 Configuration

3.6 Operation

3.7 Troubleshooting & Error Messages

3.8 Warranty

3.9 Documents / Resources

3.9.1 References

iMAG 4700 Municipal Industrial Magmeter

Product Information

The iMAG 4700 is a flanged electromagnetic flowmeter designed
for municipal or industrial water, waste and reclaimed water, pump
stations, and packaged plant applications. It is the most
economical option on the market and features electrodes that
discourage fouling. The meter is available in pipe sizes ranging
from 2 to 12 inches.

The iMAG 4700 is CE certified and certified to NSF/ANSI standard
61. It is also rated IP68, allowing it to be operated under water
to a depth of up to 10 feet continuously. The meter has minimal
straight pipe requirements, making it suitable for piping
configurations with limited space between the meter and an
elbow.

Key features of the iMAG 4700 include:

Rate and total indicator with light sensor button controls
Protected by a hinged cover
Power and output cable port access
Equalization lug
User access lid
Data logger port (right side, not shown)
Powder-coated diecast aluminum electronics housing
316SS electrodes (Inside)
Welded steel epoxy-coated flow tube
Flanges, 150 lb. ANSI pattern

The iMAG 4700 also offers various rate and total units, with the
ability to set pulse scaling via the front panel touch keypad. It
supports bidirectional flow reading and provides totals in forward,
reverse, net flow, batch forward flow, and batch reverse flow.
Optional built-in data logging is available for secure flow
logging.

Product Usage Instructions

Installation

1. Ensure that the installation location meets the specified
requirements in terms of pipe size and flange pressure.

2. Connect the meter to the appropriate power source and ensure
proper grounding.

3. Attach the meter to the pipe using the provided flanges,
ensuring a secure and leak-free connection.

4. If required, connect the data logger port to enable flow
logging.

Connections

1. Connect the power cable to the power source, ensuring proper
polarity.

2. If applicable, connect the output cable to the desired output
device or system.

General Cable Information

The cable used for power and output connections should meet the
specified requirements in terms of voltage rating and
insulation.

Cable Installation

1. Route the cable from the meter to the power source or output
device, ensuring that it is protected from physical damage and
excessive bending.

2. Use appropriate cable management techniques, such as cable
trays or conduit, to secure and organize the cable.

3. Make sure to follow any applicable electrical codes and
regulations during the cable installation process.

Configuration

1. Access the front panel touch keypad of the meter.

2. Set the desired rate and total units using the keypad.

3. Adjust the pulse scaling if necessary.

Operation

1. Ensure that the meter is powered on and properly
connected.

2. Monitor the rate and total indicators on the meter’s display
for real-time flow information.

3. Use the light sensor button controls to navigate through
different display options.

4. If applicable, utilize the data logging feature to securely
log flow data.

Troubleshooting & Error Messages

Refer to the troubleshooting section in the user manual for
guidance on resolving common issues and interpreting error
messages.

Warranty

Refer to the Seametrics Limited Warranty section in the user
manual for information on the product’s warranty coverage.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMAG 4700 INSTRUCTIONS

General Information
General Information …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 3 Features ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 3 Specifications …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Page 4 Dimensions ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Page 5 Accuracy ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Page 6 Flow Rate ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 6
Installation
Straight Pipe Recommendations ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 7 Full Pipe Recommendations……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 8 Positioning the Meter ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 9 Installing Gaskets………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 9 Tightening Flange Bolts …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Page 10 Equalization and Grounding (Metal and Plastic Pipe)………………………………………………………………………..Page 10
Connections
General Cable Information………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 11 Cable Installation ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 11
Configuration
Sourcing Mode Output Application………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 12 Sinking Mode Output Application…………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 12 Analog (4-20mA Current Loop) Output Application ………………………………………………………………………….Page 12 Cable Shield ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Page 13 Pulse Output………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 13 Analog (4-20mA) Output…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 14 Modbus® Output……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Page 14

Operation
Changing Flow Meter Settings – Home Screen and General Navigation……………………………………….Page 15 Changing Flow Meter Settings – Changing Total Direction/Resetting Totalizers ………………………….Page 15 Changing Flow Meter Settings – Entering Menu System…………………………………………………………………..Page 15 Changing Flow Meter Settings – Making Selections…………………………………………………………………………..Page 15 Changing Flow Meter Settings – Standard Menu Options………………………………………………………………..Page 16 Changing Flow Meter Settings – Special Submenu…………………………………………………………………………….Page 16 To Change a Passcode ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Page 17 Power Indicators ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Page 18 Battery Powered Units ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Page 18
Troubleshooting & Error Messages
Problem ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 19 Probable Cause………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Page 19 Things to Try ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 19 Error Messages ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Page 19
Warranty
Seametrics Limited Warranty ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Back

Note: These instructions cover the iMAG 4700. For details on the iMAG 4700p or 4700r, see the iMAG 4700p or iMAG 4700r Municipal/Industrial Magmeter Instructions.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

iMAG 4700 INSTRUCTIONS

The iMAG-Series is the most economical flanged electromagnetic flowmeter on the market. With electrodes designed to discourage fouling, it is available in 2″ to 12″ pipe in municipal or industrial water, waste and reclaimed water, pump stations, and packaged plant applications. Minimal straight pipe requirements allow iMAG-Series meters to be used in piping configurations where there is little space between the meter and an elbow.
iMAG-Series meters are CE certified, certified to NSF/ANSI standard 61 and are rated IP68 for applications where the meter may be operated under water to a depth of up to 10 feet (3 meters) continuously.

Rate and total units and pulse scaling can be set via the front panel touch key pad by the user. Bidirectional flow reading is standard with totals available in forward, reverse, net flow, batch forward flow, and batch reverse flow. Built-in data logging is available as an option for secure flow logging.
A power/output cable allows outputs for use with a variety of Seametrics and other displays and controls for remote reading and telemetry applications. Pulse output is standard on all models. In addition, 4-20mA passive current loop, and Modbus® protocol outputs are optional, although battery life will be reduced if ordered on battery powered units.

Features

Rate and total indicator with light sensor button controls and protected by hinged cover
Power and Output cable port access Equalization lug

User access lid Data logger port (right
side, not shown) Powder-coated diecast
aluminum electronics housing
316SS electrodes (Inside)

Welded steel epoxycoated flow tube

Santoprene/Polypropylene liner (4″ – 12″) (Polyurethane / Noryl® liner 2″ & 3″ only)

Flanges, 150 lb. ANSI pattern

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GENERAL INFORMATION Specifications*

IMAG 4700 INSTRUCTIONS

Pipe Sizes

2″, 3″, 4″, 6″, 8″, 10″, 12″

Flanges Pressure Temperature Operating
Storage Accuracy

150 lb. ANSI Pattern 150 psi (10.3 bar) line pressure 10° to 140° F (-12° to 60° C) -40° to 158° F (-40° to 70° C) ±0.75% of reading on iMAG 4700p and 4700r (±1.0% iMAG 4700), ±0.025% of full-scale flow from low flow cutoff to maximum flow rate of 10 m/sec

Low Flow Cutoff

Material

Body (2″-12″)

Liner (2″ & 3″)

0.5% of maximum flow rate Welded steel, epoxy-coated Polyurethane/Noryl®

Liner (4″-12″)

Santoprene flange/Polypropylene liner body

Display

Electronics Housing Electrodes Type

Powder-coated diecast aluminum 316 stainless steel 128×64 dot-matrix LCD

Digits

5 Digit Rate

8 Digit Total

Units

Rate Volume Units

Rate Time Units Total Volume Units

Please Note: All iMAG meters are factory set for gallons per minute (GPM) rate and gallons total. If other units are required, they can be set in the field.

Gallons Liters Barrels(42 gal) Cubic Feet Cubic Meters

Million Gallons2 Mega Liters2 Imperial Gallons Million Imperial
Gallons2

Second Minute Hour Day

Gallons Gallons x 10 Gallons x 100 Gallons x 1000 Million Gallons Liters Kilo Liters Mega Liters

Barrels (42 gal) Acre Feet

Cubic Meters

Acre Inches

Cubic Meters x 1000 Imperial Gallons

Cubic Feet

Imperial Gallons

Cubic Feet x 100

x 1000

Cubic Feet x 1000 Million Imperial

Second Foot Day Gallons

Million Cubic Feet Fluid Ounces

Bidirectional1

Forward Total, Reverse Total, Net Total, Batch Forward Total, Batch Reverse Total3

Power

DC Power

9-36 Vdc @ 250 mA max, 30 mA average

Battery Backup

DC powered units: One lithium 7.2V `D’ size battery pack, replaceable.

Battery

One lithium 7.2V `D’ size battery pack, replaceable. (iMAG 4700 only)

Scaled Pulse Signal

Output

Pulse Rates

Current sinking pulse, isolated, 36 Vdc at 10 mA max
User-scalable from 0.1 to 99,999.9 volume units/pulse. Pulse width is one-half of pulse period with minimum pulse width of 2.5 ms, 200 pulses/sec max. For battery option meters, pulse width varies with frequency, 150 pulses/sec max.

Options Cable

4-20mA Current Loop Isolated, passive, 24Vdc, 650 maximum current loop Serial Communications Isolated, asynchronous serial RS485, Modbus® RTU protocol Power/Output Cable 20ft (6m) standard length polyurethane jacketed cable–for power and outputs (lengths up to 200′
available).

Remote Display Cable 20ft (6m) standard length polyurethane jacketed cable–for connection between meter and remote display (lengths up to 200′ available). (iMAG 4700r)

Conductivity

>20 microSiemens/cm

Empty Pipe Detection Regulatory

Hardware/software, conductivity-based (EN 61326), certified to NSF/ANSI standard 61 60°C (140°F)

Environmental

NEMA 6P, IP68 (10ft (3m) depth, continuously)

Modbus® is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric. * Specifications subject to change. Please consult our website for the most current data (www.seametrics.com).
1 If forward and reverse flow data needs to be sent to another device, either the Digital or Modbus® output is required. 2 Rate Time Unit is available in Day only. 3 Forward and reverse flow totals are non-resettable. Batch forward and batch reverse totals can be reset.

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GENERAL INFORMATION Dimensions
H1 H

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ID

iMAG 4700 Meter Size

L inch mm

H1 inch mm

H inch mm

2″ 3″ 4″ 6″ 8″ 10″ 12″ Flanges

7.9 200 7.58 193 7.9 200 8.08 206 10.12 257 8.33 211 12.09 307 9.14 231 14.14 359 10.14 257 18.08 459 11.2 284 19.68 500 12.2 310 Standard ANSI 150 lb. drilling

10.58 11.83 12.83 14.64 16.89 19.2 21.7

268.73 300.48 325.88 371.86 429.01 487.68 551.18

Note: `L’ dimension is total from liner face to liner face *Average ID

T
inch mm .62 15.7 .62 15.7 .62 15.7 .69 17.5 .69 17.5 .69 17.5 .81 20.6

inch mm

1.76* 45*

2.68* 68*

3.12

5.05 128

6.44 164

8.61 219

10.55 268

Bolt Holes
#
4 4 8 8 8 12 12

Shipping Weight

lbs

26 11.8

130 59

170 77

Cable 1 lb.

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GENERAL INFORMATION iMAG Accuracy

IMAG 4700 INSTRUCTIONS

Accuracy (%)

4 3

iMAG 4700

iMAG 4700r & iMAG 4700p

0 0

1100

1155

2200

2255

2″ & 3″ Pressure Drop

Flow Velocity

Note: No pressure drop in 4″-12″ meters

(m/s)
10

3300

3333 (ft/s)

Pressure Drop (PSI)

0.8 0.7 0.6 0.5 0.4 0.3 0.2 0.1 0.0
0 0
0 0

1100

1155

2200

Flow Velocity

2255

3 Inch Pressure Drop 2 Inch Pressure Drop

(m/s)

3300

3333 (ft/s)

Flow Rate (2″ – 12″)

Pipe Size (Inches in diameter) Max Flow Rate (Gallons/Minute) Cut-off (min) Flow Rate (Gallons/Minute) Max Flow Rate (Liters/Second) Cut-off (min) Flow Rate (Liters/Second) Max Flow Velocity (Meters/Second)

2″ 321 1.61 20.25 0.13 10

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3″ 722 3.61 46 0.23 10

4″ 1285 6.43
81 0.41 10

6″ 2891 14.46 182 0.91
10

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8″ 5140 25.70 324 1.62
10

10″ 8031 40.15 507 2.54
10

12″ 11565 57.82 730 3.65
10

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INSTALLATION

iMAG 4700 INSTRUCTIONS

Straight Pipe Recommendations (X = diameter)
NOTE: These configurations are to be used as general guidelines and do not cover every possible installation. A combination of two or more obstructions will require additional straight pipe. If there is any concern about the
length of pipe required for a specific application, please contact your local dealer.

Reduced Pipe

iMAG

Two Elbows In Plane
Two Elbows, Out Of Plane
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INSTALLATION Full Pipe Recommendations

IMAG 4700 INSTRUCTIONS

Recommended: Keep pipe full at meter for accuracy

Not Ideal: Allows air pockets to form at meter

Recommended: Keeps pipe full at meter for accuracy

Not Ideal: Post-valve cavitation can create air pocket

Recommended: Allows air to bleed off

Not Ideal: Air can be trapped

Recommended: Allows air to bleed off
Intermittent air bubbles
miss electrode

Electrode moved from top by rotating
meter

Electrodes free from sediment
build-up

Best: Improved accuracy results from
unimpeded electrodes

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Not Ideal: Air can be trapped
Not Ideal: If pipe contains air bubbles or sediment
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INSTALLATION

iMAG 4700 INSTRUCTIONS

Positioning the Meter

Installing Gaskets

CAUTION: These flow sensors are not recommended where installation may expose the flow sensor to boiler pressure and temperature. Maximum recommended operating temperature is 140° F (60° C).

GASKETS Gaskets are required at all junctions.

These meters can be installed horizontally, vertically (with upward flow), or in any radial position. Using a check valve on the upstream side of the meter, and/or an air vent (vacuum relief valve) in the same, unobstructed run of pipe as the meter, is required in any installation where the meter may be exposed to suction when the system is not in normal operation. Suction can cause damage to the liner. Liner damage caused by suction, without the use of a check valve and/or air vent, may void the warranty.
Straight Pipe Recommendations. The iMAG requires straight pipe before and after the meter for best accuracy. However, the ability of electromagnetic meters to average the flow across the entire pipe allows for shorter straight pipe recommendations than most mechanical meters (see page 7).
Full Pipe Recommendations. To prevent false readings, this meter is designed to indicate `EMPTY PIPE’ if one or more electrodes is exposed. For highest accuracy, install the meter so that the pipe will be full when there is flow. If air bubbles may be present in the pipe or sludge accumulation is an issue, rotate the meter by one flange hole to position the control housing at a 45° angle (see diagrams on page 8).
Fittings. The iMAG has ANSI 150 lb. drilled flanges and will mate with any other ANSI 150 lb. flanges. See table on page 10 for flange bolt tightening torque specifications.
Calibration. The iMAG is factory-calibrated before shipping. The frequency of recalibration will depend on the needs of each application and local regulatory policies.
Chemical Injection. When the iMAG is used in a chemical injection application, the chemical injection point must be placed downstream of the magmeter OR far enough upstream for complete mixing to occur before the fluid reaches the meter. When unmixed chemical alternates with water passing through the meter, the rapid changes in conductivity may cause sudden spikes and drops in the meter’s reading, resulting in inaccurate measurement. The magmeter will re-stabilize, however, with a steady flow of fluid of uniform conductivity.

1. Be sure all mating surfaces are smooth and free of debris.
2. Install Seametrics provided gaskets, or equivalent, on each end of meter as shown in diagrams below. If using grounding rings, install one gasket on each side of the grounding ring.
3. Failure to install gaskets will void warranty.
Gaskets Installation without grounding rings
Grounding Rings
Gaskets Installation with grounding rings

CAUTION: In chemical injection applications, install chemical injection point downstream of magmeter, or far enough upstream to allow complete mixing of fluids.

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INSTALLATION

IMAG 4700 INSTRUCTIONS

Tightening Flange Bolts

Equalization and Grounding

NOTE: Mating pipe flanges must be ANSI 150# full face (FF) and/or raised face (RF).
1. Tighten flange bolts in an alternating pattern. · Tighten left flange bolt-1 to 20% recommended torque.
· Tighten right flange bolt-1 to 20% of recommended torque.
· Repeat steps a and b for each bolt in an alternating order, such as shown at right, tightening to 40%, then 60%, then 80%, and then 100%.
2. Test for leaks.
3. If needed, tighten further in 10% increments until leaking stops. DO NOT over-tighten. Overtightening can cause serious damage to the flow meter.
4. Recheck after 24 hours, adjusting if needed.

WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD When the iMAG is installed in a plastic piping system, or when externally powered, the piping system must be grounded to meet national and local electrical safety codes. Failure to do so can result in electrocution.
Metal Pipe Installations. To equalize the electrical potential of the fluid, the iMAG meter, and the surrounding pipe, secure the flange plates (factory-installed on the equalization wire) to both pipe flanges at one of the bolt holes, as shown below. Be sure the lock washer fits between the pipe flange and the flange plate. For the best electrical bonding, remove rust and paint to expose clean, bare metal where the equalization flange plate lock washer contacts the pipe flange. Connection must be inspected periodically for corrosion to maintain the necessary low resistance connection.
Meter Flange Gasket
Pipe Flange Lockwasher Flange Plate
Equalization Lug

Meter Flange

Pipe Flange

Suggested Tightening Sequence

Caution: Improper tightening sequence can cause serious damage to the flow meter. · Do not tighten one side at a time. · Do not tighten each bolt completely
at one time.

SUGGESTED FLANGE BOLT TORQUE Liner

Pipe Size

ft-lb

2″

3″

4″

6″

8″

10″

12″

132

Metal Pipe

Gaskets

Metal Pipe

Plastic Pipe and Electronically Noisy Installations. When the

iMAG 4700 is installed in plastic pipe or in an electrically noisy

system (near a VFD etc.), grounding rings are recommended.

As shown in the diagram below, the equalization wires should

be solidly connected to the grounding ring tabs instead of the

flange bolts as in metal piping installations. Where lightning

is a threat, or in severe electrical environments, an optional

connection to a nearby equipment ground or ground rod may

be advisable.
Equalization Lug Grounding Ring
Gaskets

Grounding Ring Part Numbers: 2″ = 104124 6″ = 100877 3″ = 102157 8″ = 100878 4″ = 100876 10″ = 100879
12″ = 103288
Grounding Ring
Gaskets

Plastic Pipe
#6, #8, or #12 AWG Stranded Copper Ground Wire

Plastic Pipe

Ground Clamp (Exothermically weld when corrosion is a concern)
Earth 8′ Ground Rod

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CONNECTIONS

iMAG 4700 INSTRUCTIONS

iMAG4700 General Cable Information The iMAG 4700 meter has two power/output cables that can be installed. The 4-pin cable contains the wires for DC power and pulse output. The 8-pin cable contains the wires for DC power and pulse, 4-20 mA or Modbus® output options when ordered. See diagrams below for details.
The iMAG 4700 is available in either Battery or external DC versions.

WARNING: BACKUP BATTERIES ARE NOT INTENDED AS A PRIMARY POWER SOURCE OF A MAINS (DC or AC) CONFIGURED METER.

Red (P1) DC+

Black (P2) DC-

Green (P3) Pulse +

Cable Plug Connector

Arrangement

White (P4) Pulse –

DC/Battery Power with Pulse Output

Red (P1) DC+ Black (P2) DCGreen (P3) Pulse + White (P4) Pulse –

Gray (P5) Iso-GND Blue (P6) B(-)

Cable Plug Connector Orange (P7) A(+)

Arrangement

Brown (P8) N/A

Cable Plug Connector Arrangement

Red (P1) DC+ Black (P2) DCGreen (P3) Pulse + White (P4) Pulse –
Gray (P5) N/A Blue (P6) 4-20mAOrange (P7) 4-20mA+ Brown (P8) N/A

Modbus® Output 4-20mA Output

Option IDs

O ID

BXX

BXS

D1X/D2X =

D1L/D2L =

D1S/D2S =

POWER SOURCE / OUTPUT(S) BATTERY POWER / PULSE SCALED
BATTERY POWER / PULSE SCALED / MODBUS® DC POWER / PULSE SCALED DC POWER / PULSE SCALED AND 4-20mA DC POWER / PULSE SCALED AND MODBUS®

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Pulse or Digital Output Application – Sourcing Mode (Recommended for Rin < 30k)

Meter Connector
Pulse or Digital Output Application – Sinking Mode (Recommended for Rin > 30k)

Meter Connector
Analog (4-20mA Current Loop) Output Application

Meter Connector
** Minimum resistor value is (100 x Vs) ohms. Higher resistances maybe used depending on frequency and cable length. Longer cables and high frequencies require lower resistance. *** Resistor RL converts 4-20mA current to voltage for voltage input only devices.

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Cable Shield. In general, the cable shield and its bare drain

wire should be left unconnected at the user equipment end of

the cable to minimize “ground loop” problems.

SETP

Flow Rate at 1 Hz (GPM)

Pulse Output Configuration. A pulse output is standard 0.1

on all models. Since this is an isolated output, the external 0.2

equipment must include a DC power source to regenerate the 0.3

pulse from the open-collector output (transistor equivalent

of a contact closure). A pull-up or pull-down resistor may 0.4

be needed if not included in the user equipment as shown 0.5

in the diagrams. Both the power source and resistor may be 0.6

supplied internally in some types of control and monitoring 0.7

devices. If not, as for most PLC discrete input modules, they

must be added externally at the module input terminals. The 0.8

pulse output rate in volume units/pulse can be set by the user 0.9

via the SETP tab on the meter’s setup menus.

1.0

Flow Rate at 200 Hz (GPM) Powered Meters
1200 2400 3600 4800 6000 7200 8400 9600 10800 12000

Flow Rate at 150 Hz (GPM) Battery Powered
Meters 900 1800 2700 3600 4500 5400 6300 7200 8100 9000

Because the pulse output of an iMAG 4700 meter is set by the user, care must be taken to assure the output pulses do not exceed the maximum frequency of the meter while also ensuring a reasonable resolution.

Lower frequency output pulses (1 pulse for some particular number of gallons) can also be set.
Any output frequency can be determined by:

K-factor: Remember that SETP is expressed in units totaled per output pulse (G/P if using gallons) while K-factors are expressed in pulses per gallon (P/G.) To determine K-factor from SETP, divide 1 by SETP (if SETP is expressed in gallons.) Conversely, 1 divided by the K-factor equals SETP
iMAG 4700 meters that were initially configured as battery powered units have a maximum output frequency of 150 Hz. Those that were initially configured as powered units have a maximum output frequency of 200 Hz.
Because all pulse outputs (SETP) are configured in (rate) units totaled per pulse, all sizes of meters can be configured with the same SETP values. For example, if your rate is chosen as gallons per minute (GPM) the table below applies.
Pulse Units. The units of measure of SETP are independently selectable and are not tied to rate or total. Upon change of the SETP unit, the pulse output may take up to 10 seconds, or the duration of one pulse (whichever is longer) to take effect.

Rate (units/minute) ÷ SETP (units/pulse) = pulse/minute Hz = pulse/minute ÷ 60 seconds / minutes

Output Pulse Width of Battery Powered Units

Output Pulse Width as a Percentage of

Output Pulse Frequency

the Pulse Period

(Pulse period = 1000 milliseconds/frequency)

Zero to 1 Hz

Multiply the pulse period by 0.01

= Output Pulse Width (ms)

1 to 20 Hz

Multiply the pulse period by 0.05

= Output Pulse Width (ms)

20 to 100 Hz

Multiply the pulse period by 0.1

= Output Pulse Width (ms)

100 to 150 Hz

Multiply the pulse period by 0.15

= Output Pulse Width (ms)

Example: If frequency = 20 Hz then the pulse period = 50 milliseconds and pulse width = (.05 x 50 milliseconds) = 2.5 ms

If Pulse Output is Inconsistent. The PDAMP filter may need to be increased.

Pulse Width Timing. The unit and value of SETP must be chosen to keep the duration between meter pulse outputs to
less than 500 seconds.

Pulse Timing in Battery Powered Units. The output pulse width in battery powered units is short and varies with pulse
frequency. (See table)

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Analog Output (4-20mA) Configuration. (Not available on battery only units.)
Since the meter’s analog output is isolated and passive, loop power must be supplied externally as shown previously. (In addition, an external resistor RL will be needed to convert the loop current to voltage for voltage-only input devices.)
The meter’s loop transmitter minimum voltage drop is 6Vdc which, with wiring resistance and loop power supply voltage, will determine the maximum resistance for RL.
The flow rates corresponding to 4 and 20mA can be set by the user via the SET 4 and SET20 tabs on the meter’s setup menus.
Note: As configured by the factory, any alarm state will force 22.8mA on the loop. This can be changed to 3.2mA – see Technical Bulletin, `iMAG4700/AG3000: Changing the 4-20mA Alarm’

Modbus® Serial Communication Configuration (factory configured).
These connections provide a half-duplex, isolated, RS485 serial communications port using the Modbus® messaging protocol. The TXD connection is the transmitted data output from the meter and RXD is the received data input to the meter. See Seametric’s Modbus® Interface Description, LT-103393 (available at www.seametrics.com) for supported Modbus® message protocol and electrical interface specifications.
A 120-ohm termination resistor is built into the Modbus® option board but is shipped in the unused position. To engage the termination resistor, move the jumper on JP1 from position 3-4 to position 1-2.

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OPERATION

iMAG 4700 INSTRUCTIONS

Changing Flow Meter Settings

Home Screen and General Navigation

Making Selections

The HOME Screen displays flow volume, direction of the Once in the Menu System, move from tab to

flow total and flow RATE along with status conditions such tab by tapping the right button. (See the next

as Empty Pipe. Two buttons below the LCD display are used page for details on the various available tabs.)

TAP

to access menu screens for viewing and changing meter

setup parameters.

Select the parameter. In the screen for the

highlighted tab, you will see the current

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parameter value for that tab. Tapping the right

100 RATE GPM FORWARD TOTAL

button, move to the tab for the parameter you
TAP
want to change.

These two buttons are light sensors which can detect when a finger is covering them and activate upon release. Only three button touch actions are needed to control navigation through the menus, settings changes
and back to the home screen.

HORIZONTAL SCROLLING: Tap right button to scroll horizontally through menu tabs or move horizontally within a tab
dialog when applicable.
SELECT: Tap left button to change a highlighted item
within a tab dialog.
ENTER/EXIT: Hold left button while tapping right button once to enter or exit a tab dialog or to navigate between the HOME and other menu screens
(continue to hold the left button until after the
right button is released.).

TAP
TAP
+
HOLD TAP

In this example, the first line indicates that the current unit for the TOTAL is GALLONS. The next two lines tell you what to do next.
T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP TOTAL = GALLONS PRESS + TO SET TOTAL UNITS FOR DISPLAY
SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT
If you would like to change the TOTAL units, just perform the hold and tap sequence to bring up a screen to change the setting.

T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP

TOTAL:

GALLONS

PRESS TO CHANGE

+
HOLD TAP

Changing Total Direction/Resetting Batch Totalizers

SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT

On the Main screen, hold and tap 7 times to scroll through the total direction options. Release to select a total direction.
Once BATCH FORWARD or BATCH REVERSE is selcted, tap four times to reset batch totalizer.

+
TAP HOLD

Entering Menu System
To enter the Menu System, perform the hold and tap sequence. The Passcode entry screen + will display. The default passcode is 000000. If HOLD TAP a different passcode has previously been set, use the and to enter that passcode. In either case, hold and tap again to move into the menu system. (If you enter the wrong passcode, hold and tap again to return to the previous screen. See page 21 for information on how to change a passcode.)
ENTER PASSCODE
000000
PRESS AND TO CHANGE

Select a new setting. Select the new setting by scrolling through a list of selections as in
the screen illustration below by tapping the
TAP
left button to find a different TOTAL unit.

Accept changes. To accept any changes

you have made, perform the hold and tap

sequence.

HOLD TAP

When finished making changes. When you

are finished making changes, move to the EXIT

tab using the right button.

TAP

To return to the HOME screen, perform the

hold and tap sequence.

HOLD TAP

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Standard Menu Options
Note: Available options will depend on specific meter configuration. Not all options are available on all meters. Options not ordered with your meter will not appear on the meter menu.

T UNIT
View or change TOTAL volume units

T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP TOTAL = GALLONS PRESS + TO SET TOTAL UNITS FOR DISPLAY

R UNIT
View or change flow RATE units

SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT
T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP FLOW RATE = GALLONS/MIN PRESS + TO SET RATE UNITS FOR DISPLAY

SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT

SET P
View or change pulse output scaling

T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP 00001.0 GALLONS PRESS + TO SET GALLONS TOTALIZED PER PULSE SENT OUT PULSE1
SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT

DAMP
View or change # of samples for rolling
average.

T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP DAMPING = 1 PRESS + TO SET DAMPING VALUE

SET 4
View or change flow rate corresponding to 4mA. (Externally powered units only)
SET 20
View or change flow rate corresponding to 20mA. (Externally powered units only)
EXIT
Return to HOME SCREEN or enter SUBMENU

T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP 00040.0 GALLONS/MIN PRESS + TO SET FLOW RATE AT WHICH 4mA (MIN) OUTPUT IS DESIRED
SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT
T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP 00200.0 GALLONS/MIN PRESS + TO SET FLOW RATE AT WHICH 20mA (MAX) OUTPUT IS DESIRED
SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT
T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP
PRESS + EXIT MENU AND RETURN TO FLOW DISPLAY
SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT

SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT

Special SUBMENU for Further Options

The EXIT tab in the MAIN MENU has a second function. If, instead of using the hold and tap sequence to return to the HOME screen, you tap seven times, you will be redirected to a SUBMENU screen from which you can access several more options.
Navigation in this SUBMENU is the same as for the MAIN MENU. Whenever you wish, go to the EXIT tab in the SUBMENU and perform the hold and tap sequence to return to the MAIN MENU.

INFO: Meter model number, serial number, and firmware version.
COMM: Modbus® baud rate and parity. MBID: Modbus® address
SAMP: Sample rate (Battery powered version only.) EXIT: Return to MAIN MENU or enter next submenu.

INFO COMM MBID FL DIR PRESS + TO VIEW INFO ABOUT METER
SAMP HPOLL FOUT EXIT
Sub-Menu

INFO COMM MBID FL DIR PRESS + TO VIEW INFO ABOUT METER
SAMP HPOLL FOUT EXIT
Sub-Menu – Battery Only Version

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To Change a Passcode and Decimal Places The iMAG 4700 has a passcode system for restricting access to the menus. The AG3000 comes from the factory with the passcode set to 000000. When a user attempts to enter the menu system (see details on page 16), the passcode entry screen will be displayed.
ENTER PASSCODE
000000
PRESS AND TO CHANGE
The default passcode is 000000. If a different passcode has previously been set, then the user must enter that passcode at this time. After entering the passcode, or leaving it at 000000 if using the default passcode, the user does the tap and hold sequence to move into the menu system.
To change the passcode, you must use the THIRD MENU screen. Access the THIRD MENU screen as follows:
· Enter the main menu system, as described above.
T UNIT R UNIT SET P DAMP TOTAL = GALLONS PRESS + TO SET TOTAL UNITS FOR DISPLAY
SET 4 SET 20 SET F EXIT
· On the main menu, tab over to the EXIT tab and tap the up arrow five times. A SUBMENU screen will display.
INFO COMM MBID FL DIR
PRESS + TO VIEW INFO ABOUT METER

· To set the PASSCODE, hold and tap on SETCD and then use the and to enter the new code.
· Hold and tap again to return to the THIRD MENU screen.
· Tab to EXIT, and then hold and tap to return to the SUBMENU.
To change the number of decimal places in the total · To set the decimal point, hold and tap on SETD and
then use the to move the decimal point.
· Hold and tap again to return to the THIRD MENU screen.
· Tab to EXIT, and then hold and tap to return to the SUBMENU.
PDAMP PDAMP is used to view or change the number of samples for rolling average of pulse output.
TEST TEST allows the user to initiate a fully functional, artificial flow rate for the purpose of testing other connected equipment. When TEST is applied, all features of the meter will function at the stated flow rate (in gallons per second). For TEST to function, the meter must be filled (not EMPTY PIPE).
To enter a value into the TEST feature, navigate to the TEST tab and enter a flow rate value in the VAL screen (in gallons per second only,) then to the VAL box and to the ON screen. This will initiate the TEST feature. The next would bring you to the OFF screen, but you can `hold and tap’ the arrows to return you to the sub menu while the feature operates.

SAMP HPOLL FOUT EXIT
· On the SUBMENU screen tab over to the EXIT tab and tap five times. The THIRD MENU screen will display.

SETCD SETD PDAMP TEST

000000 PRESS +
PASSCODE

TO SET

SAMP

FOUT EXIT

After use, the TEST feature must be turned OFF. If the TEST feature is not turned OFF, the stated static flow rate (in gallons per second) will be shown any time the meter is full or in a flowing condition. Flow values recorded by the meter while the TEST feature is operating are permanently recorded in the displayed TOTAL. It may be useful to note that these values are only written to permanent memory every 15 minutes and cycling all power within this 15 minute time frame will return the meter to its previous total.

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Power Indicators
A power indicator is displayed in the lower left of the main display window.
Any meter powered from an external power source will display a power plug icon when running on external power. If the connection to external power is lost, the meter will switch to the backup battery and the power icon will switch to a battery symbol.
OK on the battery indicator means battery voltage is above 6.4 volts.
LO on the battery indicator means the battery is low and should be replaced soon.

P
OK
LO

Being powered by external DC or AC
Being powered by battery voltage is sufficient
Being powered by battery voltage is low

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FORWARD TOTAL

If display reads, `BATT END’ replace battery imF mediately.

Battery Powered Units

To `wake up’ a battery powered meter, you may need to
hold the up arrow for 5 seconds and release. If the meter
does not wake up on the first attempt, repeat the 5 second hold.

it may take up to a minute for the displayed rate to take
full advantage of the DAMP filter. When starting with an EMPTY PIPE it may take at least 30 seconds to register
any flow.

The iMAG 4700 meter can come configured with one 7.2V `D’ size replaceable battery pack. The battery powered meter comes standard with scaled pulse output, while Modbus output can be selected as an option. The scaled output for the battery powered option has a maximum pulse rate of 150 pulses/second. Be sure to set your P value such that the meter will function properly over the flow range in your application. The sample rate of the meter is user selectable through the SAMP tab in the meter’s sub-menu. Sample periods of 1/5, 1/3, 1, 3, 5, 15, 30, and 60 seconds can be selected. (A sample period of 5 seconds–5 year battery life–is the default.)
Larger sample periods will yield longer battery life but slower response time. Care must be taken to select a sample period that is suitable for your application. See the table below for the expected battery life as a function of sample period.

Battery Life/Sample Period For battery (BX) powered meters only.

Sensor sample period(s) (Seconds)
1/5 (0.2)

Expected battery life* 7 months

1/3 (0.33) 1

1 year 2.25 years

4 years

5 years

6 years

6.25 years

6.5 years

*Based on 75% battery capacity at room temperature with no option cards installed.

DAMP Settings for Battery Units
If SAMP (sample period) is set to less than one second, the DAMP value represents the number of seconds (plus one) used in the rolling average for the display. For example, if DAMP is set to four, then when the meter begins to show a flow rate, the rate displayed is the average of all the readings taken in seconds one through five (4 plus 1).
If SAMP (sample period) is set to one second or longer, the DAMP value represents the number of sample periods (plus one) used in the rolling average for the display. For example, if SAMP is set at three seconds and DAMP is set to four, then when the meter begins to show a flow rate, the rate displayed is the average of samples one through five (4 plus 1). Note that depending on the settings selected,

NOTE: If a large percentage of the meter’s life will be spent below 0.5 meters/second and above cutoff, battery life will be reduced.
BATTERY LIFE WITH MODBUS® OPTION!
IN THIS CONFIGURATION THE METER COMES STANDARD WITH PULSE OUTPUT. WHEN ORDERED WITH THE MODBUS® OUTPUT OPTION, BATTERY LIFE WILL BE REDUCED TO 1 YEAR, OR GREATER, BASED ON USAGE. REDUCE POLLING FREQUENCY AND SAMPLING PERIOD WILL AFFECT BATTERY LIFE.

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iMAG 4700 INSTRUCTIONS

Troubleshooting

Problem Blank Display
Flow rate reading fluctuates excessively when flow is unchanging
Flow Rate appears correct but pulse/ frequency output is low, erratic or absent Flow Rate appears correct but pulse/frequency output is erratic and/or too high

Probable Causes

Things to try…

Faulty wiring from power source to meter

Check for incorrect wiring. Measure voltage with DMM where red and black wires connect to terminal block TB1 on back side of display. Verify correct polarity and confirm that voltage is steady and between 9Vdc and 32Vdc

Backup battery has not been plugged in Plug in the battery

Dead backup battery

Replace battery

Excessively turbulent or unsteady flow due to partially closed valves or other flow obstructions

Eliminate or minimize causes of flow disturbances or increase meter damping

Pipe not full

Provide back pressure or other means to ensure pipe is filled

Pulsing flow due to combining multiple Move connection point further upstream upstream flow sources

Insufficient mixing of upstream chemicals

Move chemical injection downstream from meter

Low fluid conductivity < 20 µS/cm

Replace with different type of meter

Noisy electrical environment

Improve grounding at meter and nearby potentially noisy electrical equipment. Increase distance between meter and electrical noise sources.

Defective or noisy AC switching power Replace power supply supply

Wiring incorrect

Compare wiring with appropriate wiring recommendations

External device input impedance too low Use sourcing rather than sinking interface connection

Cable too long

Reduce interface pull-up resistance

Electrical noise sources interfering with pulse frequency signal

Isolate, remove or reduce noise sources. Move meter control cable away from noise sources. Increase pulse damp setting (PDAMP)

Wrong type of cable Grounding problem

Use only twisted pair cable and ensure both signal wires are on same twisted pair
Improve or try different grounding method

Error Messages Under certain conditions an error message may be displayed.

Message INIT EMPTY PIPE LO in battery icon BATT END LOW VOLT
COIL FAIL COMM FAIL OVER RANGE

Description Initialization is occurring during power up. Fluid is not detected between the sensing electrodes. Battery is getting low, replace soon. Meter still functions. Battery is very low (approx. 6.1V). Totalizer stops updating. Incoming external power is very low and backup battery is dead or not connected Coil current too high or too low (short or open). Communication between transmitter and sensor board fails. Rate exceeds number of digits that can be displayed. Adjust units.

Notes
Loop output = 22.8mA Above 6.4V, OK appears in icon Loop output = 4mA Loop output = 4mA
Loop output = 22.8mA Loop output = 22.8mA Loop output = 4mA

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