OI FLOWSIC600 en V4-0 2014-09

Title
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FLOWSIC600
Ultrasonic Gas Flow Meter
Ultrasonic Gas Flow Meter

for Custody Transfer
and Process Applications
MEPAFLOW600 CBM and Firmware V3.6.xx
Document Information
Glossary
Product
Product name:
Abbreviations used in this manual

FLOWSIC600
actual (under operating/flowing conditions)
AGC
Automatic Gain Control
Document ID
Title:
Part No.:
Version:
Release:
ANSI
American National Standards Institute
Operating Instructions FLOWSIC600

8010125
4.0
2014-09
ASCII
American Standard Code for Information

Interchange
ASME
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ATEX
Publisher
SICK AG
Erwin-Sick-Str. 1
Tel.:
Fax:
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Atmosphres Explosifs: Abbreviation for European standards that govern safety in potentially explosive atmospheres
D-79183 Waldkirch Germany

+49 7641 469-0
+49 7641 469-11 49
info.pa@sick.de
AWG
American Wire Gage
CBM
Condition Based Maintenance
CSA
Canadian Standards Association
DC
Direct Current
Place of Manufacture
SICK Engineering GmbH
Bergener Ring 27 D-01458 Ottendorf-Okrilla Germany
DIN
Deutsches Institut fr Normung
DN
Nominal Diameter (internal)
DSP
Digital Signal Processor
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Corporation.
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Other product names used in this document may also be
trademarks and are only used for identification purposes.
EC
European Community
EMC
Electro Magnetisc Ccompatibility
EN
Euro Norm (European Standard)
Guarantee Information
Specified product characteristics and technical data do not serve
as guarantee declarations.
SICK AG. All rights reserved.
act.
EVC
Electronic Volume Corrector
Ex
Potentially explosive atmosphere
HART
Communication interface
IEC
International Electrotechnical Commission
IECEx
EC system for certification in accordance with

standards for devices for use in potentially
explosive atmospheres
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display
LED
Light Emitting Diode
MDR
Manufacturer Data Record
MEPAFLOW
Menu-assisted Parameterization and Diagnosis for FLOWSIC600
NAMUR
Normenarbeitsgemeinschaft fr Mess- und

Regeltechnik in der chemischen Industrie
(now "Interessengemeinschaft Prozessleittechnik der chemischen und pharmazeutischen Industrie"; ~ Association for
Instrumentation and Control Standards in the
Chemical Industry)
norm.
normalized/corrected (under standard conditions)
OI
Operating Instructions
OIML
Organisation Internationale de Metrologie

Legale
PC
Personal Computer
PTB
Physikalisch Technical Bundesanstalt

(~ Federal Metrology Office in Germany)
Reg. #
Register number
RTU
Remote Terminal Unit
SNR
Signal Noise Ratio
SPU
Signal Processing Unit
TI
Technical Information
VDE
Verband der Elektrotechnik Elektronik Informationstechnik

(~ Association of German Electrical Engineers)
FLOWSIC600 Operating Instructions 8010125 V 4.0 SICK AG
Warning Symbols
Hazard (general)
Hazard in potentially explosive atmospheres
Hazard by voltage
Warning Levels / Signal Words

WARNING
Risk or hazardous situation which could result in severe personal
injury or death.
CAUTION
Hazard or unsafe practice which could result in personal injury or
property damage.
NOTICE
Hazard which could result in property damage.
Information Symbols
Information about the use in potentially explosive
atmospheres
Important technical information for this product
Important information on electric or electronic

functions
Supplementary information
Link to information at another place
Contents
Contents
Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.1
About this document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.2
Scope of document. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.3
1.3.1
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Intended use of the equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.4
Authorized staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.5
General safety instructions and protective measures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.6
Dangers due to hot, corrosive and explosive gases and high pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.7
Dangers due to heavy loads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.8
Environmental information and instructions for disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.1
2.1.1
2.1.2
2.1.3
System components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Meter body. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ultrasonic transducers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Signal processing unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14
14
15
15
2.2
2.2.1
2.2.2
2.2.3
Operating modes, meter states and signal output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation mode and configuration mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Meter states . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Output of pulse signals and status information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16
16
17
18
2.3
Self-diagnosis with User Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.4
2.4.1
2.4.2
2.4.3
2.4.4
Data handling in the FLOWSIC600 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Integrated volume counters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Logbooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DataLogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnostics Comparison Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5
2.5.1
2.5.2
MEPAFLOW600 CBM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3.1
3.1.1
3.1.2
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Transport and storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
3.2
3.2.1
3.2.2
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Measuring location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Installation configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
3.3
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.3.3
Mechanical installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Choosing flanges, seals and other parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mounting the FLOWSIC600 in the piping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPU alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
35
35
36
37
3.4
3.4.1
3.4.2
3.4.3
3.4.4
3.4.5
3.4.6
Electrical installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cable specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the cable loops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Terminal enclosure on the SPU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the FLOWSIC600 in non-hazardous areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for use in hazardous areas with potentially explosive
atmospheres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
38
38
40
41
42
44
21
21
22
23
24
45
Contents
Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
4.1
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
4.2
4.2.1
4.2.2
Connecting the FLOWSIC600 to a PC or laptop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Connecting the FLOWSIC600 via RS485 / RS232 cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Connecting the FLOWSIC600 via RS485/USB converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
4.3
4.3.1
4.3.2
4.3.3
4.3.4
4.3.5
Connecting to the FLOWSIC600 with MEPAFLOW600 CBM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Starting MEPAFLOW600 CBM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Choosing a User Access Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Creating a new meter entry in the meter database . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Online connection: Direct serial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Online connection: Ethernet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
4.4
4.4.1
Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Checking identification, operation / design data and firmware version . . . . . . . . . 65
4.5
4.5.1
Field setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Disconnecting from the meter and closing the session. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
4.6
4.6.1
4.6.2
4.6.3
Function test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Function test on FLOWSIC600 with LCD front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Function test on FLOWSIC600 with LED front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Function test with MEPAFLOW600 CBM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
4.7
4.7.1
4.7.2
4.7.3
Optional advanced setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Configuration and activation of User Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Configuration of DataLogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Configuring and using the Diagnostics Comparison Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
4.8
Activation of path compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
4.9
Sealing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
4.10
Documentation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
5.1
General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
5.2
5.2.1
5.2.2
5.2.3
5.2.4
Routine checks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Comparing theoretical and measured Speed of Sound (SOS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Checking the meter health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Time synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Battery lifespan / capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
5.3
Maintenance report. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
5.4
5.4.1
5.4.2
Optional data download . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Logbook check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
DataLogs check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
6.1
General troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
6.2
6.2.1
6.2.2
6.2.3
6.2.4
Indication of meter states, system alarms and warnings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Checking the "Meter Status" window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Checking the "User Warnings" window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Checking the diagnostic meter values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Battery lifespan / capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
6.3
Generation of a Diagnosis session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
6.4
Meter connection troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Contents
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
7.1
7.1.1
7.1.2
7.1.3
7.1.4
Conformities and technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

CE certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Standard compatibility and type approval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
WELMEC compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
7.2
7.2.1
Logbooks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Overview of event entries in meter logbooks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
7.3
SPU terminal assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
7.4
Connection diagrams for operating the FLOWSIC600 in hazardous areas in

accordance with North American Requirements (NEC, CEC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
7.5
7.5.1
7.5.2
Wiring examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Intrinsically safe installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Non-intrinsically safe installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
7.6
Sealing plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Important Information
FLOWSIC600
Subject to change without notice
About this document

Scope of document
Safety instructions
Authorised staff
General safety instructions and protective measures
Dangers due to hot, corrosive and explosive gases and high pressure
Dangers due to heavy loads
Environmental information and instructions for disposal
1. 1
About this document

This manual describes the FLOWSIC600 measuring system, which is used to determine
the volumetric flow rate, volume and speed of sound in gases transported in pipelines. It
provides general information on the measuring method employed, design and function of
the entire system and its components, on planning, assembly, installation, calibration commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting. A detailed description of the various system
capabilities, options and settings which will assist in optimizing the meter configuration for
a specific application is also included.
This manual covers standard applications which conform with the technical data specified.
Additional information and assistance for special applications are available from your SICK
representative. However, it is generally recommended that advantage be taken of qualified
consulting services provided by SICK experts for your specific application.
This manual is a part of the FLOWSIC600 device documentation.
Documentation available via www.FLOWSIC600.com or from your local representative:
FLOWSIC600 MODBUS specification document
FLOWSIC600 HARTbus specification document
FLOWSIC600 Technical Bulletin ENCODER Output
Documentation available from your local representative after training:
FLOWSIC600 service manual
FLOWSIC600 extraction tool operating instructions
1. 2
Scope of document
This document applies to meters with firmware version 3.6.00 or higher and
extended memory for the storage of e.g. hourly and daily mean values.
The software description in this document applies to MEPAFLOW600 CBM
V1.3.00.
Measurand
Volume at flowing conditions
Volume at base conditions
Error volume at flowing conditions
Error volume at base conditions
Total volume at flowing conditions
Volume flow at flowing conditions
Volume flow at base conditions
Mass counter
Error Mass
Mass flow at base conditions
Basic abbreviations
and units for
FLOWSIC600
Vf
m
acf
Vb
Nm
scf
Ef
m
acf
Eb
Nm
scf
Vo
m
acf
Qf
m/h acf/h
Qb
Nm/h scf/h
M
t
lbs
Me
t
lbs
Mf
t/h
lbs/h
Abbreviations used for

LCD-Display of SPU
MEPAFLOW600 CBM
software
Vf
Vb
Ef
Eb
Vo
Qf
Qb
M
M
M
Vf
Vb
Ef
Eb
Vo
Qf
Qb
M
M
M
m
m
m
m
m
m/h
m/h
t
t
t/h
cf
cf
cf
cf
cf
cf/h
cf/h
lbs
lbs
lbs/h
m
Nm
m
Nm
m
m/h
Nm/h
t
t
t/h
acf
scf
acf
scf
acf
acfh
scfh
lbs
lbs
lbs/h
The following terms will be used for measurands:
1.3
Safety instructions
1.3.1
Intended use of the equipment

The FLOWSIC600 measuring system is used for measuring the actual volumetric flow rate
of gases transported in pipelines. It can be used for measuring the actual corrected volume and the speed of sound in gases.
The measuring system shall only be used as specified by the manufacturer and as set forth
below. Always observe the following information:
Make sure the use of the equipment complies with the technical data, information
about the permitted use, assembly and installation specifications and ambient as well
as operating conditions. Relevant information is provided in the order documentation,
type plate, certification documents and this manual.
Any actions for the purpose of maintaining the value of the equipment, e.g. service and
inspection, transport and storage etc., shall be performed as specified.
Do not expose the equipment to mechanical stress, such as pigging.
The flooding of the FLOWSIC600 with any liquid (e.g. for pressure or leakage tests) is
deemed improper use. The consequences of such actions can not be foreseen or
estimated. Improper use may result in failure of the ultrasonic transducers and
consequently, failure of the entire flow meter.
Should it be necessary to flood the FLOWSIC600, please contact the manufacturer prior to
doing so. In addition, the following instructions must be strictly adhered to:
WARNING:
The pressure during flooding may not exceed more than 1,2 times the
nominal pressure (when transducers are assembled).
1.4
Authorized staff
Persons responsible for safety shall ensure the following:
Any work on the measuring system shall only be carried out by qualified staff and must
be approved by skilled staff responsible for the plant.
Due to their professional training, knowledge and vocational experience, as well as
their knowledge of the relevant standards, regulations, health and safety regulations
and equipment conditions, qualified persons shall be assigned by the person
responsible for personal and plant safety to carry out such work. Qualified persons
must be able to identify possible dangers and to take preventive action in due time.
Skilled persons are defined in DIN VDE 0105 and IEC 364, or comparable standards.
Skilled persons shall have precise knowledge of process-specific dangers, e.g. due to
the effects of hot, toxic and pressurized gases, gas-liquid mixtures and other process
media, and of the design and working principle of the measuring system and shall have
received and be able to document appropriate training.
In hazardous areas with potentially explosive atmospheres, wiring and installation shall
only be carried out by staff trained according to EN /IEC 60079-14 and according to
national regulations.
1. 5
General safety instructions and protective measures

Using the equipment for any purpose other than that intended by the manufacturer, or
improper operation may result in injuries and damage to the equipment. Read this section
and the notes and warnings in the individual sections of this manual carefully and observe
the instructions contained therein when carrying out any work on the FLOWSIC600
measuring system.
General instructions to be adhered to:
Always comply with the statutory provisions and the associated technical rules and
regulations relevant to the equipment when preparing for and carrying out any work on
the measuring system. Pay particular attention to potentially hazardous aspects of the
equipment, such as pressurized piping and explosion protection zones. Always observe
the relevant regulations.
Always consider local and equipment-specific conditions and process-specific dangers
when carrying out any work on the equipment.
Operating and service instructions and equipment documentation shall always be
available on site. Always observe the safety instructions and notes on the prevention of
injuries and damage given in these manuals.
Ensure appropriate protective accessories are available in sufficient supply. Always use
such protective accessories. Check that appropriate safety devices are fitted and
working correctly.
1. 6
Dangers due to hot, corrosive and explosive gases and high pressure
The FLOWSIC600 measuring system is directly integrated into gas-carrying pipelines.
The operating company is responsible for safe operation and for complying with additional
national and company-specific regulations.
WARNING:
In plants with toxic and explosive gases, high pressure or high temperatures,
the FLOWSIC600 measuring system shall only be installed or removed after
the associated piping has been isolated and depressurized (i.e. vented to
atmosphere).
The same applies to repair and service work which involves opening any
pressurized component or the explosion-proof signal processing unit (SPU).
NOTICE:
Design, manufacture and inspection of the FLOWSIC600 measuring system is
performed in compliance with the safety requirements set forth in the
European Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC.
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1.7
Dangers due to heavy loads

The FLOWSIC600 measuring system must be safely attached to the carrying structure
when being transported and installed.
WARNING:
Only use lifting gear and equipment (e.g. lifting straps) which is suitable for
the weight to be lifted. Max. load information can be found on the type plate
of the lifting gear.
The eye bolts attached to the meter body are suitable for the transport of
the measuring device. However, additional loads (e.g. blind covers, filling
for pressure tests or associated piping) must not be lifted and transported
together with the measuring system without the use of additional support
from the lifting gear.
Never attach lifting gear to the signal processing unit or its mounting
bracket and avoid contact between these parts and the lifting gear.
1.8
Environmental information and instructions for disposal
The FLOWSIC600 components are easily disassembled and do not contain toxic, radioactive or any other environmentally hazardous materials. The instrument consists primarily of
steel, stainless steel, plastic and aluminium, and consequently there are few restrictions
for disposal, except for the printed circuit boards, which must be disposed of as electronic
scrap.
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12
Product Description
FLOWSIC600
Product Description
System components
Operating states, meter states and signal output
Self-Diagnosis with User Warnings
Data Handling in the FLOWSIC600
MEPAFLOW600 CBM
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Product Description
2. 1
System components
The FLOWSIC600 measuring system consists of the following hardware components:
Meter body
Ultrasonic transducers
Signal processing unit (SCU)
The MEPAFLOW600 CBM software is the user interface used to facilitate configuration and
diagnosis ( pg. 25, 2.5).
Figure 1
FLOWSIC600
SPU
Lifting eye
Pressure tap
Flange
Cover cap
Marking for direction of
flow (forward)
Position of the ultrasonic transducers
(cover cap taken off)
Meter body
Meter body
The meter body consists of a mid section for mounting the ultrasonic transducers, with
flanges on either end. The meter body is made of a single-piece casting or forging, which is
machined on precision equipment to ensure high reproducibility of the geometric
parameters.
The internal diameter, design of the sealing surface, and standard dimensions of the
flanges are in accordance with the specifications in the key code. The meter body material
is chosen to suit customer requirements. Standard meter bodies are available in carbon
steel, low temperature carbon steel and stainless steel.
The meter bodies can be delivered in several nominal sizes ( pg. 112, 7.1.4).
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2.1.1
Product Description
2.1.2
Ultrasonic transducers
The FLOWSIC600 ultrasonic transducers are optimized to suit your application requirements. The high quality of the transducer design provides the basis for accurate and highly
stable propagation time measurements with nanosecond precision. These transducers are
of an intrinsically safe design ("ia", with Equipment Protection Level Ga).
2.1.3
Signal processing unit

The Signal processing unit (SPU) contains all the electrical and electronic components for
controlling the ultrasonic transducers. It generates transmission signals and analyzes the
received signals to calculate the measuring values. The SPU also contains several interfaces for communication with a PC or standardized process control system.
The volume counters, log books (errors, warnings, parameter changes) and datalogs are
stored in non-volatile data memory (FRAM) together with a time stamp (Logbooks pg. 118,
7.2.) On system restart, the counter readings that were last saved are restored as the start
values for the volume counters. The FRAM backup provides an unlimited number of writing
cycles and protects the saved data for a minimum of 10 years.
The SPU is equipped with a front panel containing a two-line LCD to display current
measured values, diagnostics and logbook information ( Figure 2). An LED display is
optionally available. The values to be displayed can be selected using a magnetic pen without removal of the window cover .
Figure 2
FLOWSIC600 front panel LCD
Measured values
Control buttons for the magnetic pen
Control buttons for manual use
The power supply and interface terminals are located on the back of the SPU in a separate
terminal section of the enclosure ( pg. 42, 3.4.4).
The electronics are mounted in the SPU enclosure certified to EN / IEC 60079-1 with
protection type "d" (flameproof enclosure). The transducer circuits are of an intrinsically
safe design ("ia", with Equipment Protection Level Ga).
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Product Description
2. 2
Operating modes, meter states and signal output

The FLOWSIC600 has two operating modes ( pg. 16, 2.2.1):
Operation
Configuration Mode
In Operation Mode, the meter can have the following meter states ( pg. 17, 2.2.2):
Measurement valid
Chck request
Data invalid
2.2.1
Operation mode and configuration mode

The meter can be operated by the user in two modes: Operation Mode or Configuration
Mode.
Operation Mode
In Operation Mode, the meter runs in one of the three aforementioned meter states,
depending on the measuring conditions.
Configuration Mode
The Configuration Mode is used to modify parameters that directly influence the measurement and to test the system and output signals. Configuration Mode forces the meter into
the meter status "Data invalid" and the digital output "Measurement valid" is deactivated.
Invalid measured values may be produced. The system continues operation using the
current sample rate and executes all calculations as in the Operation Mode. Frequency
output and analog output may represent test values and do thus not necessarily indicate
measured values. Any parameter modifications are applied immediately to the running
calculations with the following exception: changes of the sample rate or of the configuration of the serial interface are applied after the meter is switched to Operation Mode.
If the meter is in Configuration Mode and there have been no activities either
on the LCD display or via MEPAFLOW600 CBM for more than 15 minutes, the
meter automatically switches to Operation Mode.
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Product Description
Meter states
2.2.2.1
Status: Measurement valid

The meter status "Measurement" is the standard meter status of the FLOWSIC600.
Frequency outputs and current output are updated cyclically and indicate the actual
volume and volume flow rate. In addition, the analog signal can indicate the actual flow
rate, corrected volumetric flow rate, SOS (speed of sound) or VOG (velocity of gas). The
digital output "Direction of flow" is updated in accordance with the direction of the
volumetric flow. The digital output "Measurement valid" (active) represents the status of
the measurement. Positive (forward) and negative (reverse) volumetric flow rates are
integrated and saved in separate internal memory sections.
The MODBUS interface allows the query of all parameters and signals at any time without
interfering with the function of the system.
Each measurement initiated by the system controller includes one full transit time
measurement with, and one against the direction of flow on each path. The result of each
measurement is written to a mean value memory to be used in further calculations. The
size of this memory block and thus the device response delay can be modified through the
parameter in register #3502 "AvgBlockSize". If no result can be calculated due to poor
signal quality, this measurement is registered as an invalid attempt in the mean value
memory. The mean value is formed in a variable averaging process including all valid
measured values in the memory.
If the number of invalid measurements on a path exceeds a predefined limit (Reg. #3514
Performance), the measuring system activates the meter status "Check request".
2.2.2.2
Status: Check request

This meter status becomes active if one measuring path has failed and the adaptive path
failure compensation has been activated. The multi-path FLOWSIC600 system is able to
compensate for this failure. Measurement is continued with reduced accuracy and the volume is still counted in the volume counters. If a path fails while the path failure compensation is not active, the measuring system will activate the "Data invalid" status.
Moreover the meter status "Check request" becomes active when the system alarms 2002
("No HART communication to temperature transmitter"), 2003 ("No HART communication
to pressure transmitter"), or 2004 ("Maximum pulse output frequency exceeded") become
active (table pg. 118, 7.2.1).
2.2.2.3
Status: Data invalid

If the quality of received signals is deficient in one or more measuring paths or the logbook
is full or the measured value is out of the calibration range, the SPU must mark the
measured value invalid and activate the meter status "Data invalid". The measured volume
is counted in the error volume counter. However, the SPU will cyclically attempt to reestablish valid measurements. As soon as the signal quality and number of valid
measurements meet the required criteria, the SPU will automatically change back to the
"Measurement valid" or "Check request" status.
2.2.2
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Product Description
2.2.3
Output of pulse signals and status information

NOTICE: TYPE APPROVAL
Pulse output signals can be customized as shown in the following table.
Table 1
Pulse output
Output signal / LCD / port

Pulse
output
signals
Signal behavior
Measurement status Check request status Configuration Mode
Data invalid*
Inverted with error

signal **
Phase
Positive
shift
flow rate
90 ***
Negative
flow rate
Separate Positive
outputs flow rate
for reach
direction
Negative
flow rate
* The meter can be configured to output a fixed frequency if the meter has the status
"Data invalid". The frequency to be output in this case can be configured (0-6 kHz) in Reg.
#3034 "ErrorFreq".
** Default setting on delivery.
*** Optional setting on customer request.
The default setting for "Check request", "Configuration" and "Data invalid" is "normally
closed".
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Single pulse output

***
Product Description
Table 2
Status output
Output signal / LCD / port

"Check request"
Status signal
"Direction of flow"
Status signal
"Warning"
LCD display
Serial port RS485
Signal behavior
Measurement status Check request status
Status
Status
"active / inactive" *
"active / inactive" *
Compensation of
Measurement valid
path failure
Status
Status
"active / inactive" * "active / inactive" *
Positive or negative Positive or negative
direction of flow
direction of flow
Status
Status
"active / inactive" * "active / inactive" *
+V 123456 m
-V 1234 m
1234 m
Configuration Mode
Data invalid
"undefined"
"undefined"
"undefined"
"undefined"
"undefined"
"undefined"
FLOWSIC600
Configuration
+V 123456 m E
-V 1234 m
Display flashing
Display flashing
Measured value, diagnosis information and parameters
Measuring data logging, diagnosis and configuration through the MEPAFLOW600
CBM software
Connection with external process control equipment through implemented MODBUS
protocol (data polling)
*The "active" or "inactive" state can be assigned to the electric switch status "normally
open" or "normally closed" by configuration in the MEPAFLOW600 CBM software (adjust
settings for Reg. #5101 on the "Parameters" page.).
The output signal designation is described inthe Technical Information.
The LCD display can display measured values, parameters, messages and other information.
A flashing letter in the upper right corner of the LCD display indicates that a logbook contains unacknowledged logbook entries. Depending on the type of entry this will be:
"I" for Information
"W" for Warning
"E" for Error
After acknowledging all new entries, the letter stops flashing. For details see pg. 94, 5.4.1.
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Product Description
2. 3
Self-diagnosis with User Warnings

During normal operation, the ratios of sound and path velocities, amplification values, performance, and signal-to-noise ratios are continuously monitored. If these values exceed
set limits (customized User Warning limits), a warning signal will be generated. This allows
immediate measures to be taken to address a problem which could potentially impact
measurement quality. A message in the Warning Logbook documents the time of the event
and the specific User Warning limit which was exceeded.
The "Warning" signal does not affect the functionality of the meter.
All User Warning parameters - except for the parameter Min. VOG for warnings" - can be configured in the User Access Level "Operator" and without
switching the meter to the Configuration Mode.
A User Warning becomes active only if a User Warning limit has been continuously
exceeded for a certain time (specified in the parameter "Warning duration and averaging
for warnings" in the Configuration tab of User Warnings).
During commissioning or operation, the User Warning limits can be adapted and activated
or deactivated in the "User Warnings" window in MEPAFLOW600 CBM to suit individual
application requirements ( pg. 72, 4.7.1).
Figure 3
Button "User" in the MEPAFLOW600 CBM main system bar, "User Warnings" window
Opens the "User

Warnings" window
System warnings
see Technical Information
Path warnings
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Product Description
2.4
Data handling in the FLOWSIC600
2.4.1
Integrated volume counters

The FLOWSIC600 is equipped with integrated volume counters which can be displayed
both on the LCD display and in MEPAFLOW600 CBM.
Integrated volume counters
Volume counter
Abbreviation
Volume at flowing conditions (forward)
+ Vf
Volume at flowing conditions (reverse)
- Vf
Error volume at flowing conditions
(forward)1
+ Ef
Error volume at flowing conditions (reverse)1
- Ef
Total volume at flowing conditions (forward)
+ Vo
Total volume at flowing conditions (reverse)
- Vo
Total volume at flowing conditions (all)
Vo
Last hour/day registers

Volume counter
Abbreviation
Forward volume of last hour
Last hour forw.
Reverse volume of last hour
Last hour rev.
Forward volume of last day
Last day forw.
Reverse volume of last day
Last day rev.
Additional counters in meters with integrated Electronic Volume Corrector (EVC)

Volume counter
Abbreviation
Volume at base conditions (forward)
+ Vb
Volume at base conditions (reverse)
- Vb
(forward)1
+ Eb
(reverse)1
- Eb
Mass counters
Mass counter
Abbreviation
Mass counter (forward)
+M
Mass counter (reverse)
-M
Mass total (forward)
M+
Mass total (reverse)
M-
Error Mass (forward)1
Me+
Error mass (reverse)1
Me-
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Product Description
2.4.2
Logbooks
Important system events are stored in three logbooks in the SPU memory of the meter.
Each logbook entry consists of a running index number, the event, a time stamp and the
acknowledgement status. Entries in Custody logbook [1] and Warning logbook [2] also
include the volume counter readings valid at that time. The events are logged continuously
in order of occurrence into one of the three logbooks:
Logbook 1 (Custody logbook [1], max. 1000 entries)
Logbook 2 (Warning logbook [2], max. 500 entries)
Logbook 3 (Parameter logbook [3], max. 250 entries)
Every logbook has its own index counter. Logbook entries are classified on the LCD display
according to the event type.
Event types in logbooks
Display
Event type
Error
Warning
Information
A list of possible logbook entries can be found in the table Overview of event entries in the
Appendix, see pg. 118, 7.2.1.
Logbook overflow
NOTICE: TYPE APPROVAL
If a FLOWSIC600 is configured as a custody meter, the volume counters stop if
Custody logbook [1] and/or Parameter Logbook [3] is full. The meter status
"Data invalid" is activated. The measured values are now counted in the error
volume counter.
If the FLOWSIC600 is not configured as a custody meter, all logbooks are per default configured to be overflowing. This means the index number continues increasing, and after the
logbook has reached its maximum number of entries, each new entry overwrites the oldest
entry.
If the logbook overflows, the oldest data will be lost. Regularly saving the
logbook entries to the database via MEPAFLOW600 CBM ( pg. 94, 5.4.1) and
deletion of entries in the meter itself prevents data loss. If entries are deleted
via MEPAFLOW600 CBM, the logbook index counter on the meter is reset.
Index counter overflow
The index number displayed in the LCD display runs up to 9999 and then overflows. In
case of an index overflow, all logbook entries are deleted and all logbook index counters
reset.
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Acknowledging entries
Each entry can be acknowledged manually on the LCD display (see Technical Information)
as well as in MEPAFLOW600 CBM ( pg. 95, 5.4.1.2). It is possible to acknowledge individual entries or all entries at once.
Product Description
2.4.3
DataLogs1
For firmware version 3.4.03 and higher, the FLOWSIC600 provides two DataLogs (Hourly
Log and Daily Log). They save averaged measured values and are stored in the SPUs nonvolatile memory (FRAM). All data can be downloaded and exported to Excel files with
MEPAFLOW600 CBM ( pg. 97, 5.4.2.1.).
The following sections describe the default configuration of the DataLogs. The
DataLogs can be configured to best suit your application pg. 75, 4.7.2.2.
2.4.3.1
Hourly Log
The Hourly Log logs hourly diagnostic values by default (dataset type "Diagnostic
Values", pg. 50, Table 11) for the forward flow. As long as the flow is valid and the VOG is
above Vmin all diagnostic and flow values are averaged over one hour and saved every full
hour. The Hourly Log stores these values for more than a month (38 days) by default. They
are then overwritten with new values.
2.4.3.2
Daily Log
The Daily Log logs the daily volume counter values by default (dataset type "Volume Counters" pg. 50, Table 12) for the forward flow. All flow values are averaged over one day and
saved at the (configurable) Accounting Hour ( 2.8.3.6). The Daily Log stores these values
for approximately 2 years by default (1 year and 361 days). They are then overwritten with
new values.
DataLog Storage Cycle
Hourly Log and Daily Log can be configured to save entries in a storage cycle of: 3 min, 5
min, 15 min, 30 min, 1 hour, 12 hours or 24 hours.
If a DataLog is set to a Storage cycle of 12 or 24 hours, the accounting hour takes effect.
2.4.3.3
DataLog storage behavior

Hourly Log and Daily Log can be configured for the following storage behavior:
Overflow (Default)
Stopping
Storage Behavior "Stopping"
If a DataLog is configured with the storage behavior "Stopping", a warning will
be shown in the Meter Status Table when the DataLog is full. See pg. 90,
5.2.3.
2.4.3.4
Types of datasets stored in the DataLogs

Hourly Log and Daily Log can be configured to store one of the following type of dataset:
Diagnosewerte
Volumenzhler
Standardvolumenzhler
Massenstromzhler
1 This feature may be deactivated. Please contact your SICK representative.
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Product Description
2.4.4
Diagnostics Comparison Log1

The Diagnostics Comparison Log provides a comparison between current diagnostic values (current fingerprint) and those of a reference time (reference fingerprint, for example,
at time of commissioning). Since the diagnostic values (dataset type "Diagnostic Values",
see Technical Information Table 11) are velocity-dependent, it is necessary to use a velocity-adaptive comparison. Five gas velocity range classes are calculated from the velocity
range of the meter. The current diagnosis values are stored in Current Classes 1 to 5, while
the reference values are stored in Reference Classes 1 to 5.
Reference values are collected after the meter has been commissioned or after the
classes have been cleared. Reference values are stored in the Reference Classes 1 to 5. If
a Reference Class is filled with an entry, the next valid entry is stored into the same velocity
range but in the corresponding Current Class (e.g. if Reference Class is filled, the next
value from within this velocity range will be stored in Current Class 1). During operation,
the Current Classes are continually overwritten with new entries. The Reference Classes
stay unchanged until they are manually cleared.
Per default the Diagnostics Comparison Log operates bidirectional, saving separate data
for both flow directions. The values are stored in the gas velocity classes 1 to 5, depending
on the gas velocity.
Diagnostics Comparison Log
Figure 4
1 This feature may be deactivated. Please contact your SICK representative.
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Product Description
2.5
MEPAFLOW600 CBM
Most data provided by the FLOWSIC600 (like readings, logbook entries and parameters)
can be accessed via the LCD display of the meter. However, the MEPAFLOW600 CBM software provides a more user friendly access to diagnostic, configuration and measurement
data of the flow meter.Software installation
2.5.1
System requirements
Microsoft Windows XP/Windows 7

Min. 1 GHz CPU
Min. 512 MB RAM
USB- or serial interface
Screen resolution min. 1024 x 768 pixel (optimal display resolution 1280 x 1024 pixel)
Compatibility
MEPAFLOW600 CBM can be used for all firmware and hardware versions of the
FLOWSIC600. The availability of the software features depends on the firmware version of
the connected FLOWSIC600.
Installation
A product CD containing the MEPAFLOW600 CBM software is included in delivery of the
FLOWSIC600. Insert the product CD into your CD-ROM drive to install the software.
Download from www.flowsic600.com
MEPAFLOW600 CBM can be downloaded free of charge from www.flowsic600.com
website. Select the Software tab and follow the download instructions.
Administration rights are required for installing the MEPAFLOW600 CBM

software. Ensure that the database path specified is one for which users of
MEPAFLOW600 CBM have write access.
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Product Description
2.5.2
Overview
The MEPAFLOW600 CBM software supplies a menu-based user interface with many
features for the diagnosis of the FLOWSIC600 system. It allows the access to all system
parameters, displays diagnostic information in charts and graphs, generates reports (i.e.
Maintenance reports) and data files (records, logs) which can be exported and can be used
for data analysis. The MEPAFLOW600 CBM meter database allows online and offline
management of parameters, reports, session files and logbooks.
Figure 5
MEPAFLOW600 CBM graphical user interface

Opens the "Meter
Status" page
Opens the "User
Warnings" page
Menu
Toolbar
Main system bar with
readings
Key navigation
Software Features
(see next page)
Status bar
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Product Description
Software features
Main readings bar
Meter Status
User Warnings
Key navigation
Connect/Disconnect
Diagnosis Session
Data recorder
DataLogs
Meter logbook
Information
Meter values
Maintenance report
Meter explorer
Go to Operation Mode / Go to
Configuration Mode
Program settings
Parameters
Save cache
SOS Calculator
Meter calibration
Field setup
Firmware update
I/O check
Path diagnosis
Report manager
Description
Window displaying the current Meter Status.
Window for the display of the User Warnings and for the configuration of the User
Warning Limits and the Diagnostic Comparison Limits.
Description
Assistant for establishing online and offline connections between MEPAFLOW600
CBM meter database and FLOWSIC600.
Quick creation of session files for diagnostic purposes.
Tool for the recording and playback of current, future or cached readings.
Access to Hourly Log, Daily Log and Diagnostics Comparison data saved in the
meter. Data can be exported to Excel. The Diagnostics Comparison Report can be
printed or exported as PDF.
Access to meter logbook and logbook entries saved to meter database.
Overview of higher level meter information: Counter readings, identification and
location of meter and display of readings (e.g. flow rate) in graph.
Detailed diagnostic page with graphs for velocity of gas, speed of sound (SOS),
path performance, AGC, signal-to-noise-ratio (SNR), turbulence, profile symmetry
and user selectable readings (e.g. flow rate). Summary of device status.
Assistant for the creation of Maintenance reports.
Overview, access and management of the meter database saved on the PC.
Includes all meter data and sessions with entries for all changes of parameters,
changes of the operating mode, measurement records (including diagnosis
sessions) and maintenance reports. Functions for export, import, creation and
deletion of meter data.
Operation Mode switches: "Operation Mode" for normal operation or
"Configuration Mode" for writing information (i.e. parameters) to the meter.
Access to program settings for the individual adjustment of the program
appearance and setup (e.g. settings for file path, memory, unit system and layout).
Access to all meter parameters. Assistant for comparing current parameter
settings with previous ones.
Saves the historical data from the PCs memory (cache) to a record.
A theoretical SOS can be calculated for a specific gas composition.
The calibration wizard guides the user through the calibration procedure with
automated processes to write the information to the meter and generate reports.
The field setup wizard guides the user through the commissioning procedure.
Assistant for installing firmware updates.
The I/O check wizard guides the user through a test of all meter outputs.
Access to path diagnosis and graphs of received signals.
Overview, access and management of all reports stored in the meter database. The
report manager enables the creation of Trend reports from saved records and
maintenance reports.
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Product Description
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Installation
FLOWSIC600
Installation
General notes
Installation
Mechanical installation
Electrical installation
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Installation
3. 1
General notes
3.1.1
Delivery
The FLOWSIC600 is delivered in a pre-assembled condition in a sturdy package. When
unpacking the device, check for possible damage in transit. Pay particular attention to the
interior of the meter body, any visible transducer components and the sealing surfaces on
the flanges. Any damage must be documented and reported to the manufacturer
immediately.
Also check the shipment to ensure all components are included. The standard meter shipment is comprised of:
FLOWSIC600 measuring system (meter body with signal-processing unit and
transducers)
MEPAFLOW600 CBM operation, configuration and diagnosis software
Operating Instructions,
Manufacturer Data Report (MDR)
NOTICE:
To guarantee safe and reliable operation of the measuring equipment, make
sure the actual site conditions match the information provided on the labels on
the meter body and SPU (see Figure 6).
Figure 6
FLOWSIC600 labels and marks
Main type plate on the SPU

pg. 136, Figure 62
Flange dimensions
Type plate at meter body see

pg. 136, Figure 63
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Installation
3.1.2
Transport and storage

WARNING:
Only use lifting gear and equipment (e.g. lifting straps) which is suitable for the
weight to be lifted. Max. load information can be found on the type plate of the
lifting gear. It is strongly recommended to use only the eye bolts when lifting
the meter by itself. To lift the FLOWSIC600 please pay attention to Figure 7.
During FLOWSIC600 transport and storage operations, make sure that:
The meter is firmly secured at all times
Measures are taken to avoid mechanical damage
Humidity and ambient temperature are within specified limits ( pg. 113, Table 9).
If the device is to be stored outside for more than one day, sealing surfaces of the flanges
and the interior of the meter body must be protected from corrosion, e.g. with Anticorit
spray (not required for stainless steel meter bodies). The same measure shall be taken if
the meter is to be stored in dry condition, but for more than a week.
NOTICE:
Due to natural temperature fluctuation in the course of a day, or if the meter is
transported to a place with different temperature and humidity conditions,
moisture may condense on any material. Carbon steel surfaces may corrode if
left unprotected.
Figure 7
Lifting requirements
max.
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Installation
3. 2
Installation
Generally, the installation arrangement is specified during the project planning phase,
before installation of the system. Nominal size, material and type of flange should therefore be in accordance with the design of the measurement facility. It is particularly
important that the meter inlet and outlet is of the same internal diameter as the adjacent
piping.
Fastening bolts, nuts and flange seals used must be suited to the operational conditions,
and comply with legal regulations and relevant standards.
The installation requirements were evaluated according to the flow
disturbance sensitivity tests according to
OIML R 137-1&2, 2012 "Gas meters", Annex B and
ISO 17089-1, 2010, "Measurement of fluid flow in closed conduits ultrasonic meters for gas - Part 1: Meters for custody transfer and
allocation measurement.", 5.9.3 Installation requirements and flow profile
considerations.
Any deviation from the planned design of the FLOWSIC600 and installation
arrangement shall be agreed upon with the supplier and documented prior to
installing the meter.
Measuring location
General requirements:
The FLOWSIC600 can be installed in customary straight inlet and outlet pipes. The
adjacent pipes must have the same nominal size as the meter body. The internal
diameter can be obtained from the table (see Technical Information) based on the
flange rating and the Standard. The max. permitted difference of the internal diameter
of the inlet pipe from that of the meter body is 3%. Any welding beads and burs on the
flanges of the inlet pipe shall be removed.
The meter body may be installed in a horizontal or vertical position. In case of horizontal
installation, the meter body shall be aligned so that the planes formed by the
measuring paths are in a horizontal position. This minimizes dirt in the pipeline from
entering the transducer ports. Vertical installation is only possible if the measuring
system is used for dry, non-condensing gases. The gas flow must be free from any
foreign material, dust and liquids. Otherwise, filters and traps shall be used.
Do not mount equipment or fittings which may adversely affect the gas flow directly
upstream the FLOWSIC600.
Seals at the flange connections between meter body and pipeline must not protrude
into the pipeline. Any protrusion into the flowing gas stream may change the flow profile
and thus the measuring accuracy may be adversely affected.
Pressure transmitter shall be connected to the pressure tap provided ( pg. 14, Figure 1).
The pressure tap can be a 1/8, 1/4 or 1/2 inch NPT (female) port, depending on meter
size and customer requirements.
For the leak-proof connection on the pressure line, a suitable thread sealing agent (e.g.
PTFE tape) must be used when the pressure connection adapter is screwed in. After
Installation and Commissioning the leak-tightness must be checked. All leaks must be
repaired. Temperature probes shall be arranged as shown in Figure 8 and Figure 9.
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3.2.1
Installation
3.2.2
Installation configurations
The choice of the installation configuration (see Figure 8 and Figure 9) depends on type
and extent of the flow disturbance at the installation position.
Possible installation
configuration
Type of disturbance (distance upstream < 20 DN)

None
Elbow, reducer
Configuration 1 or 2
Double elbow out of plane, T piece

Gas pressure controller with/ without noise
abatement trim
Configuration 2
Diffuser
Diffuser with swirling flow
When configuration 2 (with flow conditioner) is used, the velocity of gas must
not exceed 40 m/s (131 ft/s) in the pipe.
Unidirectional use
Figure 8
FLOWSIC600 installation in the pipeline for unidirectional use

FLOWSIC600
10 DN
3 DN
1.5 .. 5 DN
DN
Configuration 1
5 DN
min. 2 DN
min. 3 DN
3 DN
1.5 .. 5 DN
Configuration 2
Temperature measuring port
Flow conditioner
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Installation
Bidirectional use
Two straight pipes are to be installed in the inlet and outlet sections if the meter is to be
used bidirectionally. The temperature measuring point is to be located downstream of the
FLOWSIC600, seen in the direction of predominant use. The temperature measuring point
must not be installed more than 8 DN from the meter.
Figure 9
FLOWSIC600 installation in the pipeline for bidirectional use

10 DN
5 ..8 DN
FLOWSIC600
5 .. 8 DN
DN
Configuration 1
5 DN5 DN
min. 2 DN
min. 3 DN
min. 3 DN
min. 2 DN
1 .. 5 DN
1 ..5 DN
Configuration 2a
Flow conditioner
Alternative temperature measuring points
10 DN
Configuration 2b
Applicable for meters
marked with an asterisk
(*) in Table 10,
Meter sizes according
to metrological type
approval
min. 2 DN
10 DN
min. 7 DN
min. 5 DN
min. 7 DN
min. 5 DN
min. 2 DN
Alternative temperature measuring points
Flow conditioner
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Installation
3.3
Mechanical installation
Work on the pipelines to prepare for the installation of the gas flow meter is not included in
the scope of delivery.
It is recommended to use the following tools, equipment and supplies for installation of the
FLOWSIC600:
Lifting gear or fork lift (with sufficient capacity to lift meter or meter-piping assembly)
Box wrench with size suitable for flange installation
Thread seal (e.g. PTFE tape) and flange gaskets
Bolt lubricant,
Leak detection spray
WARNING: DANGER
Always observe the general safety regulations and safety instructions given
in Section 1 when carrying out any installation work.
The FLOWSIC600 must only be mounted on depressurized and vented
pipelines.
Take all necessary precautions to avoid local or plant-specific dangers.
3.3.1
Choosing flanges, seals and other parts

Use pipeline flanges, bolts, nuts, and seals that withstand the maximum operational
pressure and temperature, as well as ambient and operational conditions (external and
internal corrosion) for the flange connections. For installation lengths and flange
dimensions, see MDR.
WARNING: DANGER
Always strictly observe the safety instructions for the installation of
pressure equipment including the connection of several pressure
components set forth in the local or national relations and standards or
Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC.
Installation staff must be familiar with the directives and standards
applicable for pipeline construction.
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Installation
3.3.2
Mounting the FLOWSIC600 in the piping

An arrow on the meter body indicates the main direction of flow. It is recommended to
install the FLOWSIC600 as indicated by this arrow if the meter is to be used for
unidirectional flow applications. If the meter is to be used in the bidirectional mode, the
arrow indicates the positive direction of flow.
Installation work to be carried out
WARNING:
The lifting eyes are designed for transporting the meter only. Do not lift the
FLOWSIC600 using these eyes when additional loads (such as blind covers,
filling for pressure tests or piping) are attached (also see pg. 31, 3.1.2)
Never attach lifting gear to the signal processing unit or its mounting
bracket and avoid contact between these parts and the lifting gear.
The FLOWSIC600 must not turn over or start to swing while being transported. Flange sealing surfaces, SPU housing and transducer cover caps
may be damaged when the lifting gear is not attached properly.
Take suitable measures to prevent damage to the meter when carrying out
any other work (welding, painting) near the FLOWSIC600.
Position the FLOWSIC600 at the desired location of the pipeline using the lifting gear.
Only use the lifting eyes provided to lift and transport the device. If lifting straps are
used, wrap them around the meter body.
Check for correct seating and alignment of the flange gasket after installing the flange
bolts, but prior to tightening.
Align the FLOWSIC600 such that the offsets between inlet pipe, meter body and outlet
pipe are minimized.
Insert the remaining fastening bolts and tighten the nuts cross-wise. The tightening
torque applied must not be lower than specified in the project planning.
Mount the pressure sensing line between pressure tap and pressure transmitter.
Fill the pipeline and check the installed FLOWSIC600 and piping connections for leaks.
NOTICE: Observe allowed pressure change
The pressure change within the measuring section must not exceed
0.5 MPa/min in order to protect transducers and seals.
It is recommended to perform a leak test in accordance with the relevant

regulations and standards after completion of the mechanical installation.
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Installation
3.3.3
SPU alignment
The signal processing unit (SPU) can be turned so that the display can be easily read and
that cable routing is facilitated (see Figure 10). A stop on the housing prevents the SPU
from being turned by more than 330 to prevent damage to the cables that come from the
meter body.
Figure 10
Positioning the SPU.

1.
2.
3.
Tool required for

loosening and
tightening the
hexagon socket
head screw:
3 mm Allen key
Loosen the hexagon

socket head screw
Position the SPU
Tighten the hexagon

socket head screw
NOTICE:
Do not forget to tighten the hexagon socket head screw after positioning the
SPU.
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Installation
3. 4
Electrical installation
3.4.1
General information
Prerequisites
Wiring work (routing and connecting the power supply and signal cables), which is
necessary when installing the FLOWSIC600, is not included in the scope of delivery. The
mechanical installation described in Section 3.3 must be completed first. Comply with
the minimum cable specification requirements set out in Section 3.4.2.
Cable routing
Keep cables in conduits or laid on cable trays to provide protection from mechanical
damage.
Observe the permitted bending radiuses (generally, min. six times the cable diameter
for multi-conductor cables).
Keep all connections outside of conduits as short as possible.
WARNING: DANGER
Always observe the general safety regulations and safety instructions given
in Section 1 when carrying out any installation work.
Installation work shall only be carried out by trained staff and in
accordance with the relevant regulations issued by the operating company.
Take all necessary precautions to avoid local or plant-specific dangers.
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Installation
General connection of the FLOWSIC600

Figure 11
FLOWSIC600 connection diagram

Gas Volume at base
conditions
Electronic Volume
Corrector (EVC) /
Flow Computer (FC)
Compressibility factor Z
Heating value Hs
Gas volume at
flowing conditions
Pressure
Energy content
Temperature
RS485 / MODBUS
Service PC / higherlevel control system
(Ex i isolating transformer only

required for intrinsically safe
installation)
12 ... 24 V DC
Safe area
Hazardous area
classified Zone 1 or Zone 2
FLOWSIC600
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Installation
3.4.2
Cable specifications
WARNING:
The cables must
- fulfil the requirements for use in hazardous areas (e.g. set
forth in EN /IEC 60079-14 or other relevant standards).
Power supply 12 28.8 V DC
Specification
Notes
Type of cable
Two conductors
Connect shielding (if present) to

ground terminal
Min./ max. cross-sectional area
0.5 mm / 2.5 mm (20 - 12 AWG)
Maximum cable length Depending on loop resistance;

Minimum input voltage on the
FLOWSIC600 must be 12 V DC.
Peak current 150 mA
Cable diameter
Fixing range of the cable glands
6 ... 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch)
Digital output / current output

Specification
Notes
Type of cable
Twisted pair, shielded
Connect shielding at other end to

ground terminal
2 x 0.5/1 mm2 (2 x 20-18 AWG)
Do not connect unused conductor

pairs and prevent them from
accidental short-circuit
Maximum cable length Loop resistance 250

Cable diameter
6 ... 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch)
Specification
Notes
Type of cable
Twisted pair, shielded,

impedance approx. 100150
low cable capacitance: 100 pF/m
Connect shielding at other end to

ground terminal
2 x 0.5/1 mm2 (2 x 20-18 AWG)
Serial port (RS485)
Maximum cable length 300 m at 0.5 mm (1600 ft for 20 AWG) Do not connect unused conductor
500 m at 0,75 mm (3300 ft for 20 AWG) pairs and prevent them from
accidental short-circuit
6 ... 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch)
NOTICE:
Only the lower fault current may be used with an internally fed analog output
and use of HART communication.
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Cable diameter
Installation
3.4.3
Checking the cable loops

Check the cable loops to verify that the cables are connected correctly. Proceed as follows:
Disconnect both ends of the cable of the loop to be tested. This is to prevent connected
devices from interfering with the measurement.
Test the entire cable loop between SPU and terminal device by measuring the loop
resistance.
If you want to test the insulation resistance as well, the cables must be disconnected
from the electronic module before using the insulation resistance tester.
WARNING:
Applying test voltage to the cables before disconnecting them from the
electronics module will seriously damage the electronics module.
Reconnect all cables after the loop resistance test.
WARNING: Explosion Hazard
In non-intrinsically safe installations, the terminal boxes may only be
opened if the system is disconnected from the power supply.
In non-intrinsically safe installations, the cables may only be disconnected
if the system is disconnected from the power supply.
The window cover must only be opened if the system is disconnected from
the power supply and only 10 minutes or more after the system has been
switched off, or the area is known to be non-hazardous.
NOTICE:
Incorrect cabling may cause failure of the FLOWSIC600. This will invalidate
warranty claims. The manufacturer assumes no liability for consequential
damage.
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Installation
3.4.4
Terminal enclosure on the SPU

Opening the rear housing cover
Loosen the securing clip using a 3 mm Allen key.
Turn the rear housing cover counter-clockwise and take it off.
NOTICE: Lubricant
Only use LOCTITE 8156 as lubricant for front and rear housing cover.
A schematic wiring diagram is provided on the inside of the rear housing cover.
Figure 12
SPU housing
Open the cover
Window cover
Rear cover
Securing clip
Terminal box on the rear of the SPU (see Section 3.4.2 for North American wiring specification equivalents)
Bridge
Power supply
2 x 1.5 mm2
(LiYCY or equivalent)
Digital output / current
output
4 x 2 x 0.5 mm2
(Li2YCY [TP] or equivalent)
MODBUS
4 x 2 x 0.5 mm2
(Li2YCY [TP] or equivalent)
Cover for power

supply terminals
Cable feed for internal 10-core

cable
10-pole terminal block

for signal inputs and outputs
HSK M type cable glands

M 20 x 1.5 (EU)
or in NPT (North America)
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Figure 13
Installation
Figure 14
Terminal assignment for use in safe areas

Terminal box
Power supply
Field connections (10-pole terminal block)
PE
PE
NOTICE: Potential equalization

PE: Potential Equalization terminal must be connected to earth ground.
NOTICE: Device-internal bridge
Terminals 2 and PE are bridged internally, i.e. there is no insulation between PE
and negative potential ( Figure 13).
This bridge is a firm part of the device and mandatory. It must not be
removed or altered.
Altering the bridge voids the manufacturer's warranty.
NOTICE: Termination of Modbus lines

Begin and end of the Modbus lines must be terminated.
Terminal 81/82: Always terminated
Terminal 33/34: Switchable, terminated ex factory
For detailed information, see Service Manual FLOWSIC600, Section 4.4 "Serial
interface RS485".
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Installation
3.4.5
Operating the FLOWSIC600 in non-hazardous areas

Assign the terminals in the SPU terminal box ( Figure 14) in accordance with the following
table.
Connection for
Function
Power supply
Termina
Value
l
1+, 212 ... 24 (+20%) V DC
fmax = 6 kHz, configurable pulse duration 0.05 s 1s
Range:
Variable number of pulses per volume unit
31, 32
"closed":
0 V UCE L 2 V, 2 mA ICE L 20 mA (L=Low)
"open":
16 V UCE H 30 V, 0 mA ICE H 0.2 mA
(H=High)
Digital output DO 0
(HF 2)
Passive
Serial port
MODBUS
33, 34
(RS485)
Digital output DO 1
(HF 1)
Passive
51, 52
Digital output DO 2
Passive
41, 42
Digital output DO 3
Passive
81, 82
Alternative assignment with

second serial port (RS485)
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9600 Baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit

fmax = 6 kHz, configurable pulse duration 0.05 s 1s
Range:
Variable number of pulses per volume unit
"closed":
"open":
(H=High)
"closed":
"open":
(H=High)
"Check request" (default)
"closed":
"open":
(H=High)
"Direction of flow" (default)
(alternative "Warning")
9600 Baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit
Notes
With NAMUR
contact for
connection to
switching
amplifier
(according to
EN 60947-56:2000)
Baud rate to be
set through
software
With NAMUR
contact for
connection to
switching
amplifier
(according to
EN 60947-56:2000)
Baud rate to be
set through
software
No.
Installation
3.4.6
Requirements for use in hazardous areas with potentially explosive

atmospheres1
Intended use
The FLOWSIC600 is suitable for use in hazardous areas classified as Zone 1 and Zone 2.
Certification in accordance with ATEX
II 1/2 G Ex de ib [ia] IIC T4
II 1/2 G Ex de ib [ia] IIA T4
Permitted ambient temperature range -40C to +60C
EC TYPE Examination Certificate: TV 01 ATEX 1766, include 1. to 6. Supplement
IECEx Certification
Gb/Ga Ex de ib [ia Ga] IIC T4
Gb/Ga Ex de ib [ia Ga] IIC T4
Permitted ambient temperature range -40C to +60C, optionally - -50C to +70C
IECEx Certificate of Conformity: IECEx TUN 11.0001 X
FLOWIC600 components and their type of protection

Aux. power
Power supply
1+
2-
PE
Digital output
RS485
Digital output
Field connections
Digital output
Digital output
31
32
33
34
51
52
41
42
81
82
Terminal box "e", "i"

Compliant with EN/IEC 60079-7
Figure 15

(SPU)
Pressure-tight
compartment "d"
Compliant with
EN/IEC 60079-1
PE
Meter body
Ultrasonic transducers "ia"
Compliant with EN /IEC 60079-11
and EN /IEC 60079-26
1 For use in USA and Kanada, see control drawings see Technical Information.
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Installation
Operating conditions for the ultrasonic transducers

The FLOWSIC600 is designed for use in hazardous areas with potentially explosive
atmospheres only under normal atmospheric conditions. The atmospheric conditions must
be within the following ranges:
Ambient pressure range 80 kPa (0.8 bar) to 110 kPa (1.1 bar)
Air with normal oxygen content, typically 21% v/v
The ambient temperature must be within the range specified at the SPU type plate,
e.g -40C to +60C.
Once the FLOWSIC600 is installed in the pipeline, the meter body becomes a part of the
pipeline. The wall of the pipeline and the meter body is then deemed a zone-separating
barrier. The figure below helps in understanding the different situations for a possible
application and shows what operating conditions apply.
Ex-Zones
Zone 1 or 2
Case 1:
Non-Ex zone
Case 2:
Zone 1 or 2
Zone 1 or 2
Case 3:
Zone 1 or 2
Zone 0
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The pipeline contains a nonexplosive mixture. The gas

mixture may be combustible.
Gas pressure and gas
temperature may be within the
range specified by the tag on the
meter body.
The area inside the pipeline is

classified as hazardous area Zone 1
or 2.
Gas pressure must be in the range
from 80 kPa to 110 kPa (normal
atmospheric condition)
Gas temperature must be within the
permitted ambient temperature
range specified by the type plate on
the SPU
The area inside the pipeline is

dlassified as hazardous area
Zone 0.
Gas pressure must be in the
range from 80 kPa to 110 kPa
(normal atmospheric condition)
Gas temperature must in the
range from -20C to 60C.
Figure 16
Installation
Additional requirements for operation of ultrasonic transducer in Zone 0 classified

areas
The FLOWSIC600 is marked with a minimum rating of II 1/2 G Ex [ia] or Gb/Ga Ex [ia Ga].
Operation of ultrasonic sensors in Zone 0
The ultrasonic transducers are suitable for operation in Zone 0 at atmospheric conditions,
i.e. ambient temperature -20 C to 60 C and ambient pressure 0.8 bar to 1.1 bar(a). If
ultrasonic transducers with titanium housing are to be used in Zone 0, it must be assured
that the medium does not transport solid parts (like dust or other particles) which could
cause an ignition hazard. Otherwise, transducers made from stainless steel must be used.
After installation and following every de-installation and reinstallation of the ultrasonic
transducers, the seal effect must be appropriately checked. During operation, the leaktightness must be periodically checked and the seals replaced if necessary. After deinstallation and before every reinstallation the seals must be replaced according to the
original assembly. Seals can be ordered from SICK (part number and serial number from
type plate at SPU).
NOTICE:
The rise in the ambient temperature outside the pipeline due to a hot pipeline
must be taken into account.
The user must ensure that the ambient temperature around the electronics
housing does not exceed the maximum permitted ambient temperature
marked on the type plate of the FLOWSIC600.
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Installation
Requirements regarding cabling

Cables must fulfill the requirements set forth in EN/IEC60079-14.
Cables that are subject to exceptional thermal, mechanical or chemical stress must be
specially protected, e.g. by laying them in protective tubing.
Cables that are not installed fire proof must be flame retardant according to IEC
60332-1.
Cables for Ex e must comply with EN/IEC 60079-14 section 11.
Observe the clamping range of the cable glands for cable selection.
Use Ex e II respectively Ex i II certified cable glands with adequate ingress protection
rating as alternate replacement only.
For intrinsically safe wiring and an ambient temperature range between
-20C to +60C, the existing metal cable glands may be replaced with light-blue plastic
cable glands (available on request).
Replace the existing cable glands with suitable cable glands if installation with armored
cables is intended.
When delivered, the cable glands are secured by default with a sealing plug. If the cable
glands are not used, only sealing plugs with EX e II approval must be used.
Conduit systems must comply with EN/IEC 60079-14, section 9.4 and 10.5. In
addition, compliance with national and other relevant regulations is required
"Conduits" according to IEC 60614-2-1 and IEC60614-2-5 are not suitable.
Conduits must be protected against vibration.
Use a suitable thread sealant, as detailed in EN/IEC60079-14, section 9.4.
Protect stranded wires against fraying with ferrules.
Keep clearance and creepage distances for the connected wires in accordance with
EN/IEC60079 and EN/IEC 60079-11 respectively.
Connect unused wires to ground or safeguard so that a short circuit with other
conductive parts is excluded.
Carry out potential equalization in accordance with EN/IEC6079-14
The meter body and the electronic housing must be connected to the potential
equalization.
Where the FLOWSIC600 is installed in a grounded metal duct, no additional grounding
is required for the meter body. The electronics housing must nevertheless be separately
grounded.
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General requirements for installation

The documentation for hazardous area classification (zone classification) according to
EN/IEC60079-10 must be available.
The equipment must be verified as suitable for use in the classified area.
Additional requirements must be observed for use of transducers in Zone 0 as
described above.
After installation an initial test run of the complete equipment and the plant according
to EN/IEC60079-17 must be performed before regular operation is started.
Installation
Connection of the FLOWSIC600 with associated equipment

The terminal compartment of the FLOWSIC600 complies with the requirements of EN/
IEC60079-7 and
EN/IEC 60079-11, respectively.
The FLOWSIC600 provides non-intrinsically safe wiring as well as intrinsically safe wiring
with the interconnected associated equipment in the following manner:
1 Power supply connection and all other field connections as non-intrinsically safe wiring
2 Power supply connection and all other field connection as intrinsically safe wiring to Exi
certified equipment in a Zone 1 or Zone 2 classified hazardous area or to [Exi] certified
associated equipment in the safe area.
3 Power supply connection as non-intrinsically safe wiring and all other filed connection
as intrinsically safe wiring.
A combination of intrinsically safe and non-intrinsically safe wiring for the field connections
is not permitted.
Maximum voltage in the safe area must not exceed 253 V (Um = 253V).
For intrinsically safe wiring:
The safety-relevant data in the EC Type Examination Certificate and the IECEx
Certificate of Conformity must be observed.
Intrinsic safety for each circuit must be assessed in accordance with EN/IEC60079-14
section 12.
The safety-relevant parameters of interconnected equipment must comply with the
following values: Uo < Ui, Io < Ii, Po < Pi, Ci + Ccable < Co, Li + Lcable < Lo
The interconnection of two or more intrinsically safe outputs may require an additional
assessment of intrinsic safety in accordance with EN /IEC60079-11.
Ensure that the cover on the power supply connection is properly sealed for regular
operation.
For intrinsically safe wiring, the rear cover can be removed and connecting and disconnecting is permitted while the circuits are live and as long as the safe separation between the
circuits has been kept.
Do not open the enclosure while energized.
Wait 10 minutes after power has been removed before opening the window
cover.
Do not open the cover of the terminal compartment while energized unless
wiring is intrinsically safe.
Do not remove the cover of the power supply while energized unless wiring
is intrinsically safe.
Do not connect or disconnect while circuits are live unless the area is
known to be non-hazardous or wiring is intrinsically safe.
Do not use the equipment if damaged (includes cables or terminals).
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Installation
Terminal assignment
The terminal assignment in the SPU terminal box (see pg. 43, Figure 14) is the same as for
the installation of the FLOWSIC600 in non-hazardous areas (see table pg. 44, 3.4.5).
NOTICE:
For measurement reasons, the equipotential bonding must, as far as possible,
be identical to the pipeline potential or protective ground/earth. Additional
grounding with the protective conductor via the terminals is not permitted!
The connections of the ultrasonic transducers are intrinsically safe and are safely
separated from one another and from other non-intrinsically safe circuits. The transducers
may be connected and disconnected during operation as long as the safe separation of
circuits has been preserved in every respect. In order to ensure this, the respective
transducer connection cable should be disconnected at both ends (disconnect the
electronics side first, and then if necessary, the transducer side unless the MCX connector
is suitably fixed to prevent any uncontrolled movement). Operation using sensors or cables
not part of the original delivery or with sensors/components from other manufacturers is
not permitted.
NOTICE:
Replace backup battery with PANASONIC type BR2032,
Sick part no. 7048533. It may only be replaced by trained staff.
Specific requirements for installation and use in North America
The FLOWSIC600 is intended for use in hazardous areas classified as Class I Division 1
and Class I Zone 1 as follows:
Cl. I, Div. 1, Groups B, C and D, T4 resp. Cl. I, Zone 1, Group IIB + Hydrogene, T4
Cl. I, Div. 1 Group D, T4 resp. Cl. I, Zone 1, Group IIA, T4
Further, the FLOWSIC600 is suitable for use in hazardous areas classified as Class I
Division 2 and Class I Zone 2 as follows:
Cl. I, Div. 2, Groups A, B, C and D, T4 resp. Cl. I, Zone 2, Group IIC, T4
Cl. I, Div. 2 Group D, T4 resp. Cl. I, Zone 2, Group IIA, T4
Installation
Install in the US in accordance with the NEC.
Install in Canada in accordance with CEC part 1.
For further details see drawing no. 781.00.02 (see Technical Information).
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Installation
Notes for safe operation in hazardous areas

WARNING:
Always observe the temperature specifications for use in hazardous areas.
Approval of the ultrasonic transducers in zone 0 is only valid for operation
under atmospheric conditions.
Explosion protection: II 1/2G Ex de ib [ia] IIC T4 or II 2G Ex de ib [ia] IIA T4
Ambient temperature range is from -40C to +60C.
If terminals are assigned with intrinsically safe circuits, it is recommended that the
metal cable glands be replaced with the light-blue plastic ones
The type of protection for the field connections and power supply connection is
determined by the external circuits that are connected (for options see "Connection
options" above).
Safety-relevant data for intrinsically safe circuits is provided in the EC Type Examination
Certificate and the IEC Certificate of Conformity.
Ensure that the cover on the power supply connection is properly sealed. In intrinsically
safe installations, the terminal box can be opened and cables connected and
disconnected while the system is live. In this case the safe separation of the circuits
from each other must be observed.
If the meter body is insulated, the insulation thickness must not exceed 100 mm. The
SPU housing must not be insulated.
The standard paint of the FL600 meter body consists of a double layer: Epoxy and
Acrylic RAL9002. This combination is the ideal protection of the meter body against
corrosion. The layer thickness is less than 0.2 mm.
The ultrasonic probes are preferably made from titanium.
Should zone 0 or zone 1 have been defined in the pipeline, operation is
allowed only when ignition hazards caused by impact or friction can be
excluded.
WARNING: Ignition hazard through electrostatic discharges

Ignition hazards through electrostatic discharges exist when gas flow meters
with special paint and a layer thickness >0.2 mm are used in applications with
ignition group IIC in accordance with ATEX and IECEx.
For installation, the risk of electrostatic charging of the surface must be
reduced to a minimum.
Use appropriate caution when performing maintenance and cleaning work.
For example, the surfaces should only be cleaned with a damp cloth.
A warning sign fitted at the factory identifies this type of device:
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Safety-relevant data of inputs and outputs for ATEX certified FLOWSIC600 only
Power circuit
Intrinsically safe Ex ia/ib IIA/IIB/ IIC
Power supply
Active current output
Terminals 31/32
UI = 20 V, PI = 2,6 W
UO = 22.1V
IO
PO
[mA]
[mW]
Ex ia/ib IIA
CO [F]
LO [mH]
Ex ia/ib IIB
CO [F]
LO [mH]
Ex ia/ib IIC
CO [nF]
LO [mH]
Nonintrinsically
safe
12...24 V DC
UB = 18 V
UB = 35 mA
Hardware variant
1-5,7/9, A
Hardware variant 6, B
UB = 30 V
IB = 100 mA
UB = 5V
IB = 175 mA
WARNING:
Um = 235 V: For intrinsically safe installation, maximum voltage in the nonhazardous area must not exceed 253 V
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857
4.1
7
163
1
87
481
2
7
0.5
4
77
1
Characteristic curve: linear
or for connection to certified intrinsically safe circuits with the following maximum values:
UI = 30 V
II = 100 mA
PI = 750 mW
Internal capacity:
CI = 4 nF
Internal inductance:
negligible
Digital output
For connection to certified intrinsically safe circuits with the following maximum values:
Terminals 51/52
UI = 30 V
Terminals 41/42
II = 100 mA
Terminals 81/82
PI = 750 mW
Internal capacity:
CI = 4 nF
negligible
RS485
Terminals 33/34
Uo = 5.88 V
Terminals 81/82
Io = 313 mA
Po = 460 mW
Co = 1000 F for IIA resp. 43 F for IIC
Lo = 1.5mH for IIA resp. 0.2 mH for IIC
UI = 10 V
II = 275 mA
PI = 1420 mW
Internal capacity:
CI = 4 nF
negligible
Ex ia/ib IIA
Ex ia/ib IIB
Ex ia/ib IIC
Ultrasonic transducer
connections
(for connecting SICK ultra- Max. transmission voltage: U = 60.8 V
Uo = 51.2 V
Uo = 38.9 V
o
sonic transducers only)
Short-circuit current:
Io = 92 mA
Io = 77 mA
Io = 59 mA
Po = 1399 mW Po = 986 mW
Po = 574 mW
Internal capacity Ci = negligible
negligible
negligible
Li = 15.5 mH
Li = 6.7 mH
Li = 20.6 mH
Installation
Safety-relevant data of inputs and outputs for IECEx certified FLOWSIC600 only
Power circuit
Intrinsically safe Ex ia/ib IIA/IIB/ IIC
Power supply
Active current output
Terminals 31/32
UI = 20 V, PI = 2,6 W
UO = 22.1V
IO
PO
Ex ia/ib IIA
Ex ia/ib IIB
Ex ia/ib IIC
[mA]
[mW]
CO [F]
LO [mH] CO [F]
LO [mH] CO [nF]
LO [mH]
All hardware variants
87
481
2
7
0.5
4
77
1
UI = 30 V
II = 100 mA
PI = 750 mW
Internal capacity:
CI = 4 nF
negligible
For connection to certified intrinsically safe circuits with the following maximum values:
Digital output
UI = 30 V
Terminals 51/52
Terminals 41/42
II = 100 mA
Terminals 81/82
PI = 750 mW
Internal capacity:
CI = 4 nF
negligible
RS485
Terminals 33/34
Uo = 5.88 V
Terminals 81/82
Io = 313 mA
Po = 460 mW
Co = 1000 F for IIA resp. 43 F for IIC
Lo = 1.5mH for IIA resp. 0.2 mH for IIC
UI = 10 V
II = 275 mA
PI = 1420 mW
Internal capacity:
CI = 4 nF
negligible
Ultrasonic transducer
Ex ia/ib IIA
Ex ia/ib IIB
Ex ia/ib IIC
connections
(for connecting SICK ultra- Max. transmission voltage: U = 60.8 V
Uo = 51.2 V
Uo = 38.9 V
o
sonic transducers only)
Short-circuit current:
Io = 92 mA
Io = 77 mA
Io = 59 mA
Po = 388 mW
Po = 372 mW
Po = 248 mW
Internal capacity Ci = negligible
negligible
negligible
Li = 15.5 mH
Li = 6.7 mH
Li = 20.6 mH
Nonintrinsically
safe
12 24 V DC
UB = 18 V
UB = 35 mA
UB = 30 V
IB = 100 mA
UB = 5V
IB = 175 mA
WARNING:
Um = 235 V: For intrinsically safe installation, maximum voltage in the nonhazardous area must not exceed 253 V
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FLOWSIC600
Commissioning
General notes
Connecting the FLOWSIC600 to a PC or laptop
Connecting to the FLOWSIC600 with MEPAFLOW600 CBM
Identification Field setup
Function test
Activation of path compensation
Sealing
Documentation
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4. 1
General notes
Before commissioning, all activities described in the chapter Installation must be
completed. It is recommended to use a laptop/PC with MEPAFLOW600 CBM software
installed for the commissioning ( pg. 59, 4.3). The commissioning should be documented
with a Commissioning Protocol. The document "FLOWSIC600 Commissioning Protocol" is
content of the FLOWSIC600 shipping on paper and on the product CD.
The FLOWSIC600 is wet or dry calibrated when delivered to the end user. The dry calibration consists of the 3-D measurement of the meter body, zero-flow and speed of sound
test, and other system specific inspections/tests which belong to the manufacturing and
quality assurance process. The wet calibration is performed at a flow calibration test
stand (calibration test facility).
All parameters, determined by the aforementioned tests, as well as design specific data
are preset and stored in the FLOWSIC600 in a non-volatile memory before delivery. The
design-specific data, which is known before manufacturing the device, will not be changed
during commissioning. This is of special importance if the FLOWSIC600 is officially sealed
after an authorized flow calibration. Generally, the parameters are protected by a
password. Additionally a Parameter write lock in the SPU prevents custody relevant
parameter changes.
NOTICE: Type approval
If the FLOWSIC600 is to be used for custody transfer applications, each
change of parameters and of the Parameter write lock has to be agreed to by
the applicable national authorities.
In all other cases the output parameters of the FLOWSIC600 can be adapted on site by
trained staff.
Commissioning the FLOWSIC600 involves the following steps, regardless of whether the
device is installed at a test facility or at the final measuring location:
Connecting the FLOWSIC600 to a PC or Laptop ( pg. 57, 4.2)
Connecting to the FLOWSIC600 with MEPAFLOW600 CBM ( pg. 59, 4.3)
Identification ( pg. 65, 4.4)
Field setup ( pg. 67, 4.5)
Function test pg. 69, 4.6,
Optional additional setup ( pg. 72, 4.7)
Activation of path compensation ( pg. 83, 4.8)
Sealing ( pg. 84, 4.9),
Documentation ( pg. 84, 4.10)
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4.2
Connecting the FLOWSIC600 to a PC or laptop
4.2.1
Connecting the FLOWSIC600 via RS485 / RS232 cable

Interface sets for the connection of the FLOWSIC600 with a PC via serial or
USB-interface can be ordered from SICK. See pg. 58, Table 3.
The FLOWSIC600 serial interface conforms with the RS485 standard. An RS485 /RS232
cable and a 1:1 interface cable (pin 2 pin 2 and pin 3 pin 3) are required for data
transfer to PC or laptop (see Figure 17). Because MEPAFLOW600 CBM, the operation and
diagnosis software for the FLOWSIC600, does not support RTS/CTS data transfer, the
adapter must be able to distinguish between transmission and reception mode
automatically. We, therefore, recommend the use of a serial interface set available from
SICK.
Figure 17
Wiring example of "MEPA interface set RS485 / RS232" intrinsically safe for DIN rail mounting
Safe zone
Ex zone
Terminals*
Fieldbus Isolating
Repeater
Type 9185
(Company
"Stahl")
1:1
Connection cable
*Possible terminals for the RS485 connection are:

33 (+) and 34 (-)
81 (+) and 82 (-)
If necessary, the RS485 ports can be assigned to a specific bus address (Reg.
#5020 "DeviceBusaddress"). The service port always has the bus address "1".
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4.2.2
Connecting the FLOWSIC600 via RS485/USB converter

If the PC/laptop does not offer a RS232 serial interface, a USB interface can be used. An
appropriate USB converter is necessary to transform the signal for the RS485 device
interface. The USB converter available through SICK contains a CD-ROM with a software
driver which must be installed before an online connection between the FLOWSIC600 and
the MEPAFLOW600 CBM software can be established.
Figure 18
Wiring example of "MEPA interface set RS485/USB" (Converter, Cable, Terminal plug, CD-ROM with
software driver), non-intrinsically safe (see also Fig. 104)
Safe zone
Terminals*
RS485/USB
Connection cable
*Possible terminals for the RS485 connection are:

33 (+) and 34 (-)
81 (+) and 82 (-)
Table 3
Interface sets for the connection of the FLOWSIC600 to a network
Description
Part Number
"MEPA interface set RS485 / RS232" intrinsically safe for DIN rail
2033410
mounting
"MEPA interface set RS485/USB" (Converter, cable, terminal plug, CD6030669
ROM with software driver), non-intrinsically safe
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4.3
Connecting to the FLOWSIC600 with MEPAFLOW600 CBM
4.3.1
Starting MEPAFLOW600 CBM

The MEPAFLOW600 CBM software is provided on the product CD shipped with the meter.
It can also be downloaded from www.flowsic600.com. See pg. 25, for more details on the
installation.
After successful installation, start the MEPAFLOW600 CBM by selecting the
"MEPAFLOW600 CBM" entry in the program group "SICK", created during installation, or
by double-clicking on the desktop icon.
4.3.2
Choosing a User Access Level

After starting MEPAFLOW600 CBM, the "Connect / Disconnect" page appears with the
"Password" dialog window. ( Figure 19)
Choose a User access level, activate the corresponding radio button, enter the password and click the "OK" button.
User access level
Password
No password required
Authorized operator
"sickoptic"
Service
See Service Manual
Operator
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Figure 19
MEPAFLOW600 CBM "Connect / Disconnect" page with "Password" dialog window
4.3.3
Creating a new meter entry in the meter database

New meter entries can be created, whether the corresponding meter is
connected to the PC or not. If the meter is connected, MEPAFLOW600 CBM
loads all available parameters from the meter. If the meter is not connected,
an initial master data set is created from the information the user enters (see
Technical Data).
Open the "Connect / Disconnect" page (Figure 19).

Click "New". Then follow the instructions on screen.
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4.3.4
Online connection: Direct serial

Choose a meter and click the "Direct serial" button to establish a serial connection to a
meter which is connected to the PC ( Figure 20).
Specify the appropriate connection settings in the "Connection settings" window
( Figure 20) and click the "Connect" button to establish an online connection to the
meter. If the connection fails, see pg. 108, 6.4 for troubleshooting.
Figure 20
Connection settings
Button for establishing a direct serial connection

"Connection settings" window
The parameters shown in the "Connection Settings" window in Figure 20 are

the default values with which the FLOWSIC600 RS485 interface is configured.
The serial COM port must be individually selected.
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Edit the fields for the meter identification in the "Add new meter into database" dialog.
The serial number, firmware version and meter type are automatically read from the
meter Figure 21.
After the connection has been established, MEPAFLOW600 CBM displays the start
page (can be specified in the Program settings) and the current readings from the
meter.
Adding new meter to database
Figure 21
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4.3.5
Online connection: Ethernet

The FLOWSIC600 can be connected to a network via Ethernet with an adapter. This
adapter translates the meter MODBUS communication (ASCII or RTU) to MODBUS TCP.
MEPAFLOW600 CBM supports the MODBUS TCP protocol.
Requirements
The Ethernet connection requires firmware V3.3.05 or higher. It provides
the required generic MODBUS protocol on the interface for the MODBUS
TCP adapter.
The FLOWSIC600 must be connected to a MODBUS ASCII/ MODBUS RTU to
MODBUS TCP adapter, which is connected to a network via Ethernet and
receives a - preferably permanent - IP address.
The PC with MEPAFLOW600 CBM V1.0.47 or higher installed must be
connected to the network and have uninhibited access to this IP address.
Preparations for online connections via Ethernet
Make sure one of the serial ports (terminals 33/34 or 81/82) of the
FLOWSIC600 is configured to use Generic MODBUS RTU or Generic
MODBUS ASCII (NOT a SICK MODBUS protocol).
Make sure the serial port is configured so that the highest baud rate is
used (56000 baud).
Connect a MODBUS RTU/MODBUS ASCII to MODBUS TCP adapter to the
serial port according to the manual of the adapter.
Connect the adapter cable to your network.
Make sure the network assigns a permanent IP address to the adapter.
Configure the adapter to the network settings (IP address / protocol /
baudrate / gateway etc.) that you want to use (refer to adapter manual).
Make sure the PC with MEPAFLOW600 CBM has access to the adapters IP
address.
Make sure you know the MODBUS bus address of the meter.
In case of problems with the network setup, refer to your network administrator.
Click the "Ethernet" button to establish a connection via Ethernet.

Specify the IP address of the MODBUS TCP adapter and the bus address of the meter in
the dialog "MODBUS TCP - MODBUS RTU/ASCII gateway settings" ( Figure 22).
Click "OK" to establish an online connection to the meter.
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Figure 22
"MODBUS TCP - MODBUS RTU/ASCII gateway settings" dialog for online connections via Ethernet
MODBUS TCP - MODBUS RTU/ ASCII gateway settings
Button for Ethernet connections
Tested MODBUS TCP to MODBUS ASCII/RTU adapter

The connection between FLOWSIC600 and MEPAFLOW600 CBM has been
tested with the "MODBUS TCP to MODBUS ASCII/RTU Converter", Model MES1b
by B&B Electronics. This adapter is shipped with a software, which searches the
network for connectable devices and supplies the user with the IP addresses
found.
Table 4
Interface sets for the connection of the FLOWSIC600 to a network
Part Number
6044004
Description
MODBUS TCP to MODBUS ASCII/RTU Converter
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4.4
Identification
4.4.1
Checking identification, operation / design data and firmware version

Before commissioning, cross-check the data representing the flow meter with the data in
the test protocols which are contained in the Manufacturer Data Report (MDR). This can be
done on the LCD display (see Technical Information) or - much easier - with
MEPAFLOW600 CBM software:
Open the "Meter information" page and compare the data in the "Identification" section
( Figure 23) with the data in the check reports of the MDR or, when the meter has been
calibrated, with the calibration and parameter report.
Figure 23
"Meter Information" page
"Identification" section
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4.4.1.1
Firmware
The FLOWSIC600 firmware is stored on a non-volatile memory (FLASH PROM). The program code for the signal processor and system micro-controller are identified by a version
number (Reg. #5002 "FirmwareVersion") and a check sum (Reg. #5005 "ProgramCRC")
and can be verified as mentioned above.
NOTICE: Type approval

If the FLOWSIC600 is used for fiscal metering, the approved firmware versions
and the associated check sums are documented in the national pattern
approval certificates.
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Field setup
4.5
The MEPAFLOW600 CBM software "Field setup" wizard guides the user through the parameter configuration during the commissioning of the FLOWSIC600. The wizard consists of 8
pages. For checking the configuration of the SPU outputs refer to the "Instrument Data
Sheet" of the FLOWSIC600, which is included in the Manufacturer Data Record (MDR)
(example see Figure 24).
The parameter changes performed in the Field setup wizard require the User
Access Level "Authorized operator" (see pg. 59, 4.3.2).
To start the Field setup, choose "Tools / Field Setup" from the menu.
Follow the instructions on screen step by step.
Figure
24
yp
0
Example of an "Instrument Data Sheet" as contained in the MDR
GENERAL
Meter-No.: 3889
56 *
Power supply / Power consumption
12 .. 28,8 V DC
Type
FL600
57 *
Enclosure classification
IP 67
Meter size
06'' / DN150
58 *
Cable entry
M20 x 1,5 (3x)
5*
Article number
59
Hazardous Area Class.
6*
TAG number
TRANSMITTER (Integral)
54
< 1W
II 1/2G Eex de ib [ia] IIA T4
7*
8*
10
01/11-2
Order number
METER BODY
9
Inner pipe diameter
mm 147,00
Aluminium
60
SPU housing material
61
Ambient temperature (range)
62
Display
-40 ... 60
C
LCD
11
Overal length (A)
mm 450,00
63
Display language
Russian
12
Overal height (B)
mm 490,00
64
Engineering units
Metric
130
65
m/h 32 ... 2500
66
kg
Output and Signal Configuration - Signal processing unit
13
Weight
14
Flow range
15
Number of meas. paths
67
16
Linearity
+/- 0.5% of MV 0.1 .. 1 Qmax
68
17 *
Repeatability
< 0,1%
69
18
Flange design code
DIN/EN 1092-1
70
19
Flange class
PN100
71
20
Flange face
Form B2
72
MOD Terminals 33/34 (RS 485)
21
Body material
1.0566 / ASTM A350 Gr. LF2
73
DO1 Terminals 51/52 (HF-Pulse)
22
Transducers exchangeable under pressure
No
74
DO0/AO0 Terminals 31/32 (HF-Pulse)

Signal configuration
meter factor
Aluminium
75
-46 ... 100
76
max. Output
23 *
Transducer cover
24
Design temperature
25
Design pressure
26
Material certificate
3.1 EN 10204
78
27 *
Enclosure classification
IP 67
79
max. Output
28 *
Surface coating / painting
two layers: Epoxy + Acrylic RAL9002
80
29 *
Pressure tapping
1/4" NPT female
81
bar (g) 94
Sensors
30
31
DO2 Terminals 41/42 (Status)
DO3 Terminals 81/82 (RS 485)
Titan 3.7165
SICK Modbus ASCII

Volume a.c.
1/m 2.880
NAMUR / normally open
8,2 V / 0,8...6,5 mA
Status Warning
8,2 V / 0,8...6,5 mA
SICK Modbus ASCII
82
COMMUNICATION
83
Sensor material
84
Interface
2x RS 485
32 *
77
Volume a.c., no pulses when data invalid
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4.5.1
Disconnecting from the meter and closing the session

When disconnecting from the meter, a session is stored in the MEPAFLOW600 CBM meter
database. It contains the following data:
a complete parameter set from the meter at disconnection
all parameter changes made during Field setup (entries can be viewed in the Meter
Explorer)
all logbook data (if downloaded)
the Maintenance Report created on page 8 of the Field setup
This data can be accessed later with the "Meter Explorer", even when you are not directly
connected to the meter.
To disconnect from the meter and to close the session, proceed as follows:
Go to "Connect / Disconnect" page (select "File / Connect/Disconnect" from menu).
Click "Disconnect". The "Session description" window opens.
Describe the activities carried out during the session (e.g. "Field Setup").
Click OK.
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4.6
Function test
The major system parameters are configured at the factory. The default settings should
allow error free operation of the FLOWSIC600. Nevertheless, correct meter operation
should be verified on site when the meter is installed and is subject to actual operating
conditions.
4.6.1
Function test on FLOWSIC600 with LCD front panel

The FLOWSIC600 is functioning correctly, if the standard display shows two pages of
measurands and current readings and the pages alternate every 5 seconds. (For operation
and menu structure of the SPU with LCD see Technical Information )
If a current error or warning is active, the display will be interrupted by an error message
every 2 seconds. As soon as the cause of the error/warning has been rectified, the
FLOWSIC600 automatically returns to the standard display.
If the logbooks contain unacknowledged errors, warnings or information, the corresponding letter is displayed in the upper right hand corner and flashes. The letter stops flashing,
once the message has been acknowledged in the logbook. It disappears when the entries
have been cleared from the logbook.
Detailed information on errors is available in the logbook (see pg. 94, 5.4.1 und see Technical Information ). See chapter Troubleshooting.
You are advised to check the plausibility of the measured and diagnosis
values, even if the device is functioning properly (see chapter Maintenance).
4.6.2
Function test on FLOWSIC600 with LED front panel
The FLOWSIC600 is functioning correctly when the green status LEDs for each measuring
path installed start flashing periodically approximately 30 seconds after the power supply
is switched on.
If the yellow LED flashes, the FLOWSIC600 works in the operation state Check request
with an insignificantly reduced accuracy (e.g. if one path fails).
If the yellow LED lights up permanently, the measurement is invalid. In this case, the error
must be diagnosed (see Chapter 8 of this Manual).
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4.6.3
Function test with MEPAFLOW600 CBM

Performance check
Once the facility is flowing at the initial flow rate, go to the "Meter values" page to check
the performance of the meter. The performance value should be at least 75% on all
paths. If the velocity of gas is greater than 30 m/s (100 ft/s), the performance values
may be significantly lower.
Check the Main system bar for system alarms (the symbol on the button "System"
should be green) and warnings (the symbol on the button "User" should be green)
( Figure 25). If there is a yellow or a red symbol, proceed as described on pg. 100, 6.1.
Zero phase check
Use the "Path Diagnosis" wizard ( Figure 25) to check the "Zero Phase" parameters of
both transducers on each path (path 1, 2, 3, 4).
Properly adjusted zero phases of the individual paths are the basis for accurate transit
time measurement of the ultrasonic signals. The "Zero Phase" parameter of a path is
properly adjusted, when the green cursor in the signal window is symmetrically within the
two dotted red limit lines and the red asterisk is positioned exactly on the second positive
zero crossing of the received ultrasonic signal ( Figure 26).
Figure 25
Main system
bar
"Path Diagnosis" wizard in MEPAFLOW600 CBM

"User" Button
If the zero phase values do not meet the aforementioned criteria, the zero phase needs to
be adjusted according to angepasst werden (see Technical Information).
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In addition, the validity of the settings should be verified:

Open the "Meter status" window and go to the tab "Advanced or Path Status" ( pg. 83,
Figure 30). If a lamp for "Time plausibility" is on, it indicates an incorrect zero phase.
Figure 26
Signal window displaying ultrasonic signal in the "Path Diagnosis" page
Go to the "Meter values" page to check that the measured SOS values are almost the
same at all paths of the FLOWSIC600, and that they differ by less then 0.1%
( Figure 27).
Switch between display of absolute and difference SOS by clicking the right mouse
button on the SOS graph and using the context-menu.
In the case of very low gas velocities (< 1 m/s or 3 ft/s), there may be more
significant differences between the paths due to thermal stratification. In this
case, the SOS on the upper paths (1 and 2) will be higher than the lower paths.
Check that the measured SOS deviates no more than 0,3% from a theoretical SOS,
which is calculated from gas composition, pressure and temperature ( pg. 87, 5.2.1).
SOS per path on the "Meter values" page (left: absolute SOS , right: difference to average)
Figure 27
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4. 7
Optional advanced setup
4.7.1
Configuration and activation of User Warnings

When normal operating conditions have been reached, the User Warnings can be
configured to best suit the specific application.
The User Warnings are preconfigured when the meter is shipped from the
factory (see "Default activation state" and "Default value" see Technical
Informationin the following tables pg. 151, Table 20).
If there is no need to change the User Warnings, or if you are not sure about
consequences of changes, keep the values as they are or discuss with a
SICK representative.
To configure the User Warning limits, proceed as follows:
Use MEPAFLOW600 CBM to connect to the meter ( pg. 59, 4.3).
Open the "User Warnings" assistant from the main system bar by clicking the "User"
button ( ).
Go to the "Configuration" tab ( , right side).
Use Dokument Technical Information to plan the configuration of User Warnings to best
suit the specific application.
Activate or deactivate User Warnings with the check box on the right.
Edit parameter values in the fields.
Click the "Write to meter" button.
All User Warning parameters - except for the parameter Min. VOG for warnings"
- can be configured in the User Access Level "Operator" and without switching
the meter to the Configuration Mode.
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Button "User" in the main system bar, "User Warnings" assistant with "Status" and "Configuration" tab
"User" Button
"Configuration" tab
"Status" tab
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4.7.2
Configuration of DataLogs
4.7.2.1
Using the DataLogs

Starting with firmware version 3.4.00, the FLOWSIC600 provides two DataLogs (Hourly Log
and Daily Log). They save averaged measured values and are stored in the SPUs nonvolatile memory (FRAM). All data can be downloaded and exported to Excel files with
MEPAFLOW600 CBM ( pg. 24, 2.4.4.).
Valid flow for DataLog logging

Gas flow values are averaged for the DataLog entry only if VOG is above the
"Min. VOG for warnings" ( pg. 72, 4.7.1) and the flow is in the direction for
which the DataLog was configured. The Flow Time saved for every entry
indicates about how long the gas flow was valid for DataLog Logging during the
storage cycle. For example:
If the flow was above "Min. VOG for warnings" and in the forward direction
(for a forward configured Hourly Log) for half an hour, the corresponding
Hourly Log data will show a Flow Time of 50%.
If the flow was above "Min. VOG for warnings" but in the reverse direction
(for a forward configured Hourly Log) for an hour, the corresponding Hourly
Log data will show a Flow Time of 0%.
If the Flow Time is 0%, all diagnosis related values are shown as 0
(Temperature is 0 Kelvin). Meter Status and Volume Counter values are
shown as usual.
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4.7.2.2
Configuration of DataLogs
The following parameters can be configured on the Configuration tab of the DataLogs page
( Figure 28) to best suit the specific application (for more details see pg. 23, 2.4.3.4 and
following):
Type of dataset,
Storage cycle,
Storage behavior,
Active flow direction,
Accounting hour
Distribution of FRAM capacity.
Changes to the parameters "Type of dataset", "Storage behavior" or "Direction"
will erase all entries from the DataLog which is changed.
If configuring these parameters after commissioning, first download and
export all entries according to 2.4.4, to prevent loss of data.
When the meter is shipped, the DataLogs are preconfigured.
Table 5
Standard DataLogs configuration when meter is shipped *
Configuration
parameter
Hourly log
Daily log
Diagnostics
comparison log
Type of Dataset
Diagnostic values
Volume counters
Diagnostic values
Storage cycle
1 hour
1 day
5 min
Storage behavior Overflow
Overflow
not applicable
Active flow
direction
Forward
Forward
Bidirectional
Accounting hour
not applicable
0 (midnight)
not applicable
Max. number of
entries
Entries for approx. 38 Entries for approx. 2

days
years
20 entries
* Depending on location, the DataLogs for the specific FLOWSIC600 may be

preconfigured to fit the requirements e.g. of API, MID or PTB. These settings
may differ from the defaults described here.
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Complete the following steps to configure the DataLogs:

Go to the DataLogs page (select Meter / DataLogs from menu).
Choose the Configuration tab (see Figure 28).
Switch the meter into Configuration Mode (choose "File / Configuration Mode" from the
menu).
Use the drop down lists to select the parameter settings.
Figure 28
DataLogs Configuration tab
4.7.2.3
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Disabling DataLogs
To disable a DataLog complete the following steps:
menu).
Set the parameter "Storage cycle" to "disabled" for any DataLog that should be
disabled.
"Configuration"
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4.7.2.4
Enabling (starting) DataLogs

To enable (start) a disabled DataLog, complete the steps described under pg. 77, 4.7.2.5
(Resetting DataLog Parameters to Defaults).
4.7.2.5
Resetting DataLog parameters to defaults

Before resetting DataLog Parameters to Defaults
In MEPAFLOW600 CBM from V1.1.00, DataLog entries are not saved in the
meter database. Before clearing entries from DataLogs, download and export
the entries into Excel ( pg. 96, 5.4.2).
Complete the following steps to reset the DataLog parameters to the defaults:
Choose the "Configuration" tab (see Figure 28).
menu).
Click "Reset defaults".
Defaults
The default settings are described in 2.4.3.1 and 2.4.3.2.
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4.7.3
Configuring and using the Diagnostics Comparison Log

The Diagnostics Comparison Log can be used to get information on changes in the meters
health (more information pg. 24, 2.4.4): The Diagnostic Comparison Report, created from
the data of the Diagnostics Comparison Log, facilitates an easy and quick information
about changes in the meter health between two different points of time (e.g. commissioning and now) (see Technical Information Diagnostic Comparison Report Check).
4.7.3.1
Using the Diagnostics Comparison Log

The Diagnostics Comparison Log provides a comparison between current diagnostic
values (dataset type "Diagnostic Values", see Technical Information) and those of a reference time (e.g. at time of commissioning). The current diagnosis values are stored in Current Classes 1 to 5, while the reference values are stored in Reference Classes 1 to 5.
To prepare the Diagnostics Comparison Log for the future use, complete the following
steps when the FLOWSIC600 is running under normal operating conditions:
Go to the "DataLogs" page (choose "Meter / DataLogs" from the menu) pg. 76,
Figure 28.
In the "DataLog" selection dialog, activate the check box for "Diagnostics Comparison"
[DataLog1], to download the Diagnostics Comparison data from the meter.
Click "Export Datalogs" and export the Diagnostics Comparison Data to an Excel File for
future reference.
Clear all Diagnostics Comparison Log data that may have been collected from the
meter during calibration:
Choose the "Configuration" tab (see Figure 28).
Switch the meter into Configuration Mode (select File/Configuration Mode from
menu).
Click the "Clear Diagnostics Comparison" button and confirm the confirmation
dialog with "Yes".
Switch the meter into Operation Mode.
If possible, operate the meter in the Velocity Range Classes 1 to 5 (also see pg. 79,
4.7.3.2) to fill the Reference Classes with data representing the correct operation of
your installation.
Filling the velocity range classes with valid flow data

Only stable gas flow conditions will be used to calculate the averaged data
in the Diagnostics Comparison Log. Therefore the set gas velocities should
be well within the class limits and should stay relatively stable for the time
set as storage cycle (default is 5 minutes).
The parameter DataLogClassStdev (Reg. #3050) sets the allowed standard
deviation for the definition of the gas flow conditions as stable 2.4.3.4.
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When the reference classes are filled with data representing the usual operation of the
installation, the current classes will be continuously updated, showing the current state of
the meter. Use the Diagnostics Comparison Report (see Technical Information) pg. 181,
6.4.3, to detect changes in the meter between the diagnostic values in the reference
classes and those in the current classes.
4.7.3.2
Configuring the general conditions for the Diagnostics Comparison Log

The gas velocity class ranges are calculated to optimally cover the operation range of the
meter. The lower limit of the gas velocity range classes is defined by the parameter "Min.
VOG for warnings". The upper limit is defined by "VOG limit".
View the Diagnostics Comparison data tab, to find the velocity class limits calculated
for the meter. Figure 4, S. 24 shows an example of a Diagnostics Comparison Log filled
with entries.
If necessary, configure "Min. VOG for warnings" and "VOG limit" to fit the application
range of your specific FLOWSIC600 on the configuration tab of the User Warnings
window ( pg. 72, 4.7.1).
Changes to the parameters "Min. VOG for warnings" or "VOG limit" will clear
all data from the Diagnostics Comparison Log!
Note that the parameter "Min. VOG for warnings", Reg. #7208
"PathCompClassLow", plays an important role in path compensation (see
Technical Information).
Note that the parameter "VOG limit" also defines the limit for User
Warnings.
Configuring the Diagnostics Comparison Log
Complete the following steps to configure the Diagnostics Comparison Log:
Go to the DataLogs page (choose "Meter / DataLogs" from the menu).
Switch the meter into Configuration Mode (select File/Configuration Mode from menu).
Use the drop down lists behind the arrows to select the parameter settings.
4.7.3.3
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4.7.3.4
Configuration of the Diagnostics Comparison limits

The Diagnostics Comparison limits can be activated to make the meter generate a warning
when the difference between the diagnostic values in the reference classes and those in
the current classes exceed the Diagnostics Comparison limit values.
These limits can be activated and configured in the User Warnings window:
Open the "User Warnings" window from the main system bar by clicking the "User"
button ( Figure 29).
Go to the "Diagnostic Comparison limits" tab ( Figure 29).
Use Tabelle 24 in der Technicaln Information to plan the optimum configuration of the
Diagnostics Comparison limits to best suit your application.
Activate or deactivate the Diagnostic Comparison limits with the check box on the right.
Edit parameter values in the fields.
All Diagnostics Comparison limit parameters can be configured in the User

Access Level "Authorized Operator" and without switching the meter to the
Configuration Mode.
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Table 6
Diagnostics Comparison limits
Monitored difference
between reference
Configurable
Default
values and current
difference limit
value
values
Profile factor
Profile Factor
10%
change
Symmetry
Symmetry
change
SOS differences
between paths
SOS difference 1%
change
Turbulence
Turbulence
change
50%
SNR (Signal-to-noise
ratio)
SNR change
20dB
AGC (Signal
amplification)
AGC change
10dB
Default
activation
state1
A change of the profile factor value may be caused by contamination,

blockage or deposits in the line that change the symmetry of the flow
profile.
We recommend to use the default value.
A change of the symmetry value may be caused by contamination,
profile.
The SOS deviation indicates whether or not a path is measuring the
correct transit time.
A change of the turbulence value may be caused by contamination,
profile.
Interfering noise caused by fittings in the pipeline, valves that are not
fully open, sources of noise near the measuring location, or defective
ultrasonic transducers may affect the signal-to-noise-ratio.
If the AGCs of a path deviate more than allowed, this can indicate a
malfunction in the ultrasonic transducers, electronic modules,
transducer cables or parameter settings (signal models, control
limits).
Off
User Warnings must be activated to become effective on the warning output.
10%
Notes
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Figure 29
"User Warnings" window with "Diagnostics Comparison limit" tab
"User" Button
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4.8
Activation of path compensation

If the status bit "Path compensation valid" is "active", then the FLOWSIC600 is able to
compensate a path failure.
The meter automatically sets this bit to "active" after operating for about 20 minutes with
error free measurement at all paths at a gas velocity between 1 to 8m/s (3.3 to 26.2 ft/s)
and also about 20 minutes at a gas velocity higher than 8m/s (26.2 ft/s).
The status bit "Path compensation valid" is displayed on the "Meter status" page ( pg. 83,
Figure 30).
Determination of path relationships during commissioning
Due to the unique path relationships of each individual installation, every
meter must determine the path relationships during the commissioning
procedure.
In order to ensure that the system is able to compensate for path failure at
both high and low flow velocities, it is recommended that the FLOWSIC600
meter be run for 20 minutes at low gas velocities (< 8 m/s or < 26.2 ft/s) first
and then for 20 minutes at high gas velocities (> 8 m/s or > 26.2 ft/s) during
commissioning.
Figure 30
"Meter status" page with active "Path compensation valid" status bit
Opens the "Meter

Status" screen
"Path compensation valid"
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4. 9
Sealing
After having completed the commissioning, seal the signal processing unit (if required) in
accordance with the sealing plan ( pg. 132, 7.6).
4. 1 0
Documentation
The commissioning should be documented with a Commissioning Protocol. The document

"FLOWSIC600 Commissioning Protocol" is content of the FLOWSIC600 shipping on paper
and on the product CD.
File the completed Commissioning Protocol with the Manufacturer Data Record (MDR)
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FLOWSIC600
Maintenance
General
Routine checks
Maintenance report
Optional data download
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5. 1
General
The FLOWSIC600 does not contain mechanically moving parts. The meter body and ultrasonic transducers are the only components that come into contact with the gaseous
media. Titanium and high-quality stainless steel ensure that these components are
resistant to corrosion, provided that the meter is installed and operated in accordance with
the relevant specifications. This means that the FLOWSIC600 is a low-maintenance
system. User Warning Limits can be configured to provide early warnings for possible
issues with contamination or blockage. Maintenance is limited mainly to routine checks to
determine the plausibility of the measured values and diagnostic results produced by the
system.
It is recommended that Maintenance Reports be created and filed on a regular basis
( pg. 92, 5.3). This creates a basis of comparable data over time and helps when a problem
requires diagnosis.
The operating conditions (gas composition, pressure, temperature, flow
velocity) of the individual Maintenance Reports should be comparable or
documented separately and taken into account when the data is analyzed.
Routine checks:
Comparing theoretical and measured Speed of Sound (SOS) (pg. 87)
Checking the meter health (pg. 89)
Time synchronization (pg. 90)
Battery lifespan / capacity (pg. 91)
Documentation:
Maintenance report (pg. 92)
Optional data download:
Logbook check (pg. 94)
DataLogs check (pg. 96)
Prfen des Diagnostics Comparison Reports (see Technical Information)
Trendreport (see Technical Information)
Sicherung der MEPAFLOW600 CBM Zhlerdatenbank (see Technical Information)
Optional advanced configurations:

Optionale Anpassung der Nutzerwarnungen (see Technical Information)
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5.2
Routine checks
The information displayed on the front panel LCD display of the FLOWSIC600 meter can be
checked to ensure that the system is functioning properly. The MEPAFLOW600 CBM software provides a more user friendly way for doing routine checks.
5.2.1
Comparing theoretical and measured Speed of Sound (SOS)

One of the most important criteria for the correct operation of an ultrasonic gas meter is
the consistency between the theoretical SOS, calculated for the actual gas composition,
temperature and pressure, and the SOS measured by the ultrasonic gas meter.
The Speed of Sound Calculator (SOS Calculator) available in MEPAFLOW600 CBM
calculates a theoretical SOS for a specific gas composition at a specified temperature and
pressure ( Figure 31). The calculation of thermodynamic properties is based on the "GERG2004 XT08 Wide-Range Equation of State for Natural Gases and other Mixtures". The
algorithms that are implemented in the SOS calculator were developed by the RuhrUniversity Bochum (Germany).
Figure 31
Speed of Sound Calculator with loaded gas composition file

Start the SOS calculator from the Maintenance Report or choose "Tools / SOS
Calculator" from the menu ( pg. 92, Figure 35).
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Enter the gas composition and specify temperature and pressure for your specific
application.
Click the "Calculate" button.
If the SOS calculator was started from the Maintenance Report, the calculated value is
automatically copied to the corresponding field in the wizard and to the report.
Compare the theoretical SOS with the SOS measured by the FLOWSIC600 (see
Figure 32, main system bar).
The deviation between both should be less than 0.1%. If the deviation exceeds 0.3%,
check the plausibility of temperature, pressure and gas composition. Otherwise proceed
according to pg. 87, 5.2.1.
It is possible to set up a user warning to continuously monitor for a deviation between a

theoretical SOS (written to the meter e.g. by a flow computer) and the current measured
SOS. See -> Section Commissioning, Optional setup of user warnings.
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5.2.2
Checking the meter health

The FLOWSIC600 monitors its own meter health with User Warnings and system alarms. If
the outputs are configured to indicate alarms and / or User Warnings, it is not necessary to
manually check the meter health.
To get visual feedback about the meters health, the "Main system bar" in MEPAFLOW600
CBM provides a compact overview:
Check the main system bar for any yellow or red icon ( Figure 32). A red or yellow icon
indicates a potential problem with the meter.
If any of the icons in the main system bar are yellow or red, proceed with checking the
"Meter Status" ( pg. 101, 6.2.1) and the "User Warnings" ( pg. 103, 6.2.2).
Figure 32
Main system bar

Measured SOS
Icons for system alarms, User

Warnings and performance
Main system bar
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5.2.3
Time synchronization
All entries in logbooks or datalogs saved in the meters memory (FRAM) are written with a
time stamp containing the meter time. The meter time can be synchronized with a master
clock (e.g. PC clock) via MODBUS or with MEPAFLOW600 CBM.
A synchronization causes a logbook entry in the Custody logbook [1] only if the
time change is greater than 3% of the time elapsed since the last
synchronization.
Synchronization via MODBUS
The date and the time of the FLOWSIC600 can be set separately by an external write. Each
operation for date and time causes a separate entry in the Custody logbook [1].
Alternatively the synchronization function can be used. To use this method, the date (Reg.
#5007 "Date") and the time register (Reg. #5008 "Time") must be written sequentially
within 2 seconds. The date register must be written first. The write operation can be
accomplished by the MODBUS without setting the FLOWSIC600 into Configuration Mode.
Time synchronization via MEPAFLOW600 CBM

MEPAFLOW600 CBM offers a synchronization function via a button in the "Meter
Information" screen ( Figure 33). The button is marked with a yellow sign calling attention
to the synchronization if the time difference between the meter clock and the PC clock is
greater than 30 seconds.
Synchronization button and meter clock synchronization window
Figure 33
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5.2.4
Battery lifespan / capacity

The Real Time Clock (RTC) of the FLOWSIC600 is buffered by a battery. The manufacturer
states that the battery life span is at least ten years. The remaining battery capacity can be
viewed on the LCD in the first menu level (see Technical Information).
Figure 34
Display of remaining battery capacity on the LCD display

Battery
Charge
100%
Because the FLOWSIC600 has no regular maintenance cycle, the system alarm "Battery
lifetime" is generated when the remaining battery life is less than 15%. This alarm forces
the operator to change the battery ( pg. 101, 6.2.1). A logbook entry is also generated.
Optionally, the user can choose an additional user warning for the battery lifespan (see
Technical Information).
NOTICE:
The battery may only be changed by trained staff. See pg. 106, 6.2.4 for
troubleshooting.
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5. 3
Maintenance report
It is recommended that Maintenance Reports be generated and filed on a regular basis.
This creates a basis of comparable data over time and helps when a problem has to be
diagnosed.
The operating conditions (gas composition, pressure, temperature, flow
velocity) of the individual Maintenance Reports should be similar or
documented separately and taken into account when the data is analyzed.
Figure 35
"Maintenance report" wizard
Click to open the

"SOS Calculator"
To create a maintenance report, follow the described procedure:

Choose "Favorites / Maintenance report" from the menu to open the Maintenance
report wizard ( Figure 35).
Enter the information (Description, Technician) in the fields provided.
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Specify the "Collection duration", a timespan, over which live meter data is to be
collected to document the meters state (default: 1 minute).
Enter the current pressure, temperature and SOS. Use the SOS Calculator to calculate
the SOS for the gas composition ( pg. 87, 5.2.1). The gas composition must be current
and representative.
Click the "Start" button to start live data collection. Diagnosis data, measured values
and status information will be collected over the specified time span and will be saved
in the meter database.
Click the "Create report" button. The Maintenance report will be generated and
displayed.
Print it and file the copy in the Manufacturer Data Report (MDR) shipped with the
meter.
The Maintenance report and the record are stored in the MEPAFLOW600 CBM
meter database and accessible via the "Meter explorer" and the "Report
Manager". Maintenance reports can be exported to an Excel file. If
Maintenance reports have been regularly collected, a Trend report can be
created (see Technical Information).
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5. 4
Optional data download
5.4.1
Logbook check
To prevent an overflow of the logbooks and possible data loss, logbook entries
can be saved to the meter database with the MEPAFLOW600 CMB software.
The entries on the meter can then be deleted.
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Figure 36
"Meter logbook" page in MEPAFLOW600 CBM
5.4.1.1
Downloading and saving logbook entries to the MEPAFLOW600 CBM meter database
To download and save logbook entries to the MEPAFLOW600 CBM meter database,
proceed as follows:
Choose "Meter / Meter Logbook" from the menu to open the Logbook page.
In the dialog "Logbook selection", select the desired logbooks and click "OK".
The logbook entries are now downloaded to the MEPAFLOW600 CBM database. They can
be viewed offline without connection to the meter or share them with others (export the
device or the session).
The "Meter logbook" page shows all logbook entries on the meter and in the
MEPAFLOW600 CBM database. It provides details on each entry and information on the
number of registered events and the remaining memory space.
Maintenance
5.4.1.2
Acknowledging logbook entries on the meter

To acknowledge logbook entries on the meter, proceed as follows:
Download and save the logbook entries from the meter according to 5.4.1.1.
Select the logbook in which entries are to be acknowledged or select "All logbooks" to
acknowledge entries in all logbooks at once.
Mark the entries to be acknowledged.
Click the "Acknowledge selection" button to acknowledge the selected entries only or
click the "Acknowledge all" button in order to acknowledge all entries in the selected
logbook(s).
5.4.1.3
Clearing logbooks on the meter

If the logbooks are configured with the storage behavior "rolling", it is not necessary to
clear the logbooks on the meter. When the logbook is full, new entries will overwrite the
oldest entries.
If a logbook is configured with the storage behavior "blocking" (e.g. with custody configuration), a full Custody logbook [1] will activate the meter status "Data invalid". In this case it
is recommended to clear the logbooks.
NOTICE:
The following preconditions must be met to clear logbooks on the meter:
The Parameter write lock must be in the "UNLOCKED" position (see Technical Information)
The user must be in the User Access Level "Service" (password see Service
Manual).
The meter must be in Configuration Mode.
To clear the logbooks on the meter, proceed as follows:

Choose the User Access Level "Service" ( pg. 59, 4.3.2).
Download and save the logbook entries from the meter according to 5.4.1.1.
Select the logbook to be cleared or select "All logbooks" to clear all.
Switch the meter to Configuration Mode (choose "File / Configuration Mode" from the
menu).
Click the "Clear meter logbook" button and confirm the warning with "OK".
Switch the meter to Operation Mode.
If the Parameter write lock was unlocked prior to clearing the meter logbook, follow all
necessary procedures to bring the meter to back to its original state.
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5.4.2
DataLogs check
Starting with firmware version 3.4.00, the FLOWSIC600 provides two DataLogs (Hourly Log
and Daily Log). They save averaged measured values and are stored in the SPUs nonvolatile memory (FRAM). All data can be downloaded and exported to Excel files with
MEPAFLOW600 CBM ( pg. 73, on configuring the DataLogs.).
Full support for the DataLogs is provided by MEPAFLOW600 CBM V1.1.00 or
higher.
Figure 37
DataLogs page with opened tab for Hourly Logs
Meter
Status
section
for export
for update
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5.4.2.1
Downloading and exporting of DataLog data

To download and export the data from your FLOWSIC600, complete the following steps:
Go to the DataLogs page (choose "Meter / DataLogs" from the menu).
In the dialog "DataLog selection", select those DataLogs that you want to view and/or
export and click "OK".
Now the DataLogs page is displayed with the data from the meter (see Technical Information).
If you select a DataLog entry, its time stamp and the meter status (see below) is shown
in the middle section.
To update the data from the meter, use the button "Read DataLogs".
To export DataLog data to an Excel file (.xls), use the button "Export DataLogs".
For more options and configuration, see Technical Information.
Meter status
In every DataLog entry, a condensed meter status information is saved. It
shows all meter status information that became active during the storage cycle
- even if it was for the shortest period of time.
If a meter status information bit is shown active in a DataLog entry, the
logbooks will contain a corresponding entry with more information.
Always check the logbooks, if you require more information about the meter
status information in the DataLogs.
Flow weighted diagnostic information in DataLog data
The datasets do not contain any diagnostic information for gas velocities
below the value for the parameter Vmin (Reg. #7036 "LowFlowCutOff"). The
"Flow time" value shows, for what percentage of the duration of the storage
cycle the flow was above Vmin and in the flow direction specified for the
DataLog.
All diagnostic information is flow-weighted.
Clearing entries from DataLogs
If the DataLogs are configured with the storage behavior "rolling", it is not necessary to
clear the entries from the DataLogs on the meter. When the DataLog is full, new entries will
overwrite the oldest entries.
If a DataLog is configured with the storage behavior "blocking", the DataLog will stop saving new entries when it is full and a yellow light will indicate the full DataLog on the meter
status table ( pg. 101, 6.2.1). In this case it is recommended to clear the entries from the
DataLogs.
5.4.2.2
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To clear all entries from a DataLog, complete the following steps:

Choose the Configuration tab.
menu).
Click the "Clear" button for the DataLogs from which you want to clear entries.
Switch the meter into Operation Mode.
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FLOWSIC600
Troubleshooting
General troubleshooting
Indication of meter states, system alarms and warnings
Generation of diagnosis session
Meter connection troubleshooting
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This chapter provides solutions for problems highlighted by routine tests during
maintenance ( pg. 87, 5.2) or the function tests after commissioning ( pg. 69, 4.6).
If the cause of the problem cannot be localized, it is recommended to use the
MEPAFLOW600 CBM software to record the current parameter set and diagnosis values in
a diagnosis session file ( pg. 107, 6.3) and send this to a local SICK representative.
6. 1
General troubleshooting
Problem
Possible causes
No display
No pulse frequency
No active status
signal
Check the input voltage at terminals 1

and 2.
Faulty power supply Check cables and terminal connections.
Caution
Take the relevant safety precautions!
Defective device
6. 2
Actions
Create a diagnosis session according to

pg. 107, 6.3 and contact your local SICK
representative.
Indication of meter states, system alarms and warnings

The FLOWSIC600 gives information about alarms and warnings in the following ways:
The LCD display indicates active system alarms or warnings. If a current error or
warning is active, the display will flash and a message will be displayed with a message
number in the upper right corner ( pg. 118, 7.2.1 for more details on LCD error
messages).
A status output can be configured to indicate if the meter status "Data invalid", the
meter status "Check request" or the "Warning" status become active.
The pulse output can be configured to indicate if the meter is in Configuration Mode or
if the meter status "Data invalid" becomes active.
The meter status registers can be read via MODBUS (see document "FLOWSIC600
Modbus Specification").
The MEPAFLOW600 CBM software can be used to check the meter health. System
alarms and User Warnings are indicated in the Main system bar.
It is recommended to use MEPAFLOW600 CBM to get further information on the meters

health:
If the meter indicates "Data invalid" or "Check request" follow pg. 101, 6.2.1.
If the meter indicates "Warning", follow pg. 103, 6.2.2.
To do a more detailed check of the meter health (see Technical Information
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6.2.1
Checking the "Meter Status" window

The "Meter status" window in MEPAFLOW600 CBM displays an overview about the meter's
status and operation.
Click on the "System" button in the main system bar to open the "Meter status" window
( Figure 38).
Check the general "Meter Status" section (marked in Figure 38) for yellow or red lights.
Meter status light

Green light "Measurement valid"
Red light "Measurement
valid"
Causes
Actions
Measurement is valid, meter is operating correctly.
Measurement is invalid and / or the

meter is in Configuration Mode.
The measured volume is counted in
the error volume counter.1
Yellow light "Check
One or more paths have failed or
request"
another problem affects the measurement accuracy.1
Yellow light "User Warn- A User Warning Limit was
ing Limit exceeded".
exceeded.2
Red light "Path failure"
One or more paths have failed.
1 See pg. 17, 2.2.2 for more details on meter states.
2 See pg. 20, 2.3 for more details on User Warnings.
If the meter is in Configuration Mode, choose "File / Operation

Mode" from the menu to switch it to Operation Mode.
Otherwise proceed according to pg. 107, 6.3.
Proceed according to pg. 107, 6.3.
Check the User Warnings according to pg. 103, 6.2.2.
Proceed according to pg. 107, 6.3.
If there are no yellow or red lights in the general "Meter Status" section you can check
the following other sections (also marked in Figure 38) for yellow or red lights.
Meter status light
Yellow light "Logbook
contains unack. entries"
Red light for any Logbook
"full"
Causes
Logbook contains unacknowledged entries.
The logbook in question is
configured to "blocking"
and is full of entries.
Actions
Download and check all logbook entries according to pg. 94, 5.4.1.1.
Clear the meter logbook according to pg. 95, 5.4.1.3.
Consider reconfiguring the logbook to "rolling" (Parameter Page).
If your meter is configured according to PTB requirements a full Custody
Logbook [1] will activate the meter status "Data invalid".
Clear the meter logbook according to pg. 95, 5.4.1.3.
Yellow light for any Data- The DataLog in question is Check the DataLog 1 leeren
Log "full"
configured to "blocking" whether the DataLog is to be configured as "rolling" 1.
and is full of entries.
Yellow light "Battery Lifes- After 8.5 years this
See pg. 106, 6.2.4 for more details.
pan (change battery)"
warning is activated to
Contact trained staff or your SICK representative.
force the user to change
Trained staff: Change the battery according to the procedure described in the
the battery.
Service Manual
101
Troubleshooting
Figure 38
Main system bar with "System" button and opened "Meter Status" window
Opens the "Meter
Status" window
Main system
bar
General "Meter Status"

section
Indication if logbook(s)
contain(s) unacknowledged
entries
"DataLogs"
section
Battery change
"Logbooks"
section
102
Troubleshooting
6.2.2
Checking the "User Warnings" window

The "User Warnings" window displays an overview about the User Warning status.
Click on the "User" button in the main system bar of the MEPAFLOW600 CBM screen to
open the "User Warnings" window ( Figure 39).
Check the window for yellow lights and proceed according to Technical Information.
Figure 39
Main system bar with button "User" and opened "User Warnings" window
Opens the "User

Warnings" window
103
Troubleshooting
6.2.3
Checking the diagnostic meter values

The "Meter values" page displays detailed diagnostic information:
Choose "Meter / Meter values" from the menu to call up the "Meter values" page
( Figure 40).
Check the "Meter values" page for any yellow or red graphs or yellow or red indicators in
the Main system bar. Yellow or red indicates a potential problem.
If any of the graphs or any of the icons in the main system bar are yellow or red, proceed
with checking the "Meter Status" ( pg. 101, 6.2.1) and the "User Warnings" ( pg. 103, 6.2.2).
Figure 40
"Meter values" page
Main system bar
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Implausible sepeed of
sound
Possible causes
Gas composition,
pressure or temperature
measurement is
incorrect
Different speed of sound Faulty transducer or
in the individual paths
electronic module
Lower signal-to-noise
ratio and reception sensitivity
Increased number of
rejected measurements
in individual paths
Increased receiver sensitivity (AGC)
Create a Diagnosis Session according to pg. 107, 6.3 and contact your trained
staff or your local SICK representative.
Trained staff: Replace the transducer(s) (see Service Manual, Chapter 7).
Note:
Temperature-induced stratification can result in differences between the individual
paths, especially with very low flow (higher temperatures generate higher speeds of
sound). Even if the plant is being filled or if it is shut down, different speeds of sound
may occur in the individual paths as a result of stratification.
Damaged transducer
Trained staff: Replace the transducer(s) (see Service Manual, Chapter 7).
Check the measurement plausibility and number of rejected measurements and, if
Additional sources of
noise due to a valve that necessary, eliminate noise sources.
is not fully open, fittings, noise sources
near the device
Different gas composi- No action required on the device
tion or process pressure
Transducer(s) are dirty Create a Diagnosis Session according to pg. 107, 6.3 and contact your trained
Trained staff: Clean the transducer(s) (see Service Manual, Chapter 7)
Additional noise
Eliminate noise sources
sources
Gas velocity outside the
measuring range
Increased number of
rejected measurements
in all paths
Actions
Check gas composition, pressure and temperature.
105
Troubleshooting
6.2.4
Battery lifespan / capacity

Because the FLOWSIC600 has no regular maintenance cycle, a user warning will be
automatically generated if the remaining battery life is less than 15%. After 8.5 years, a
warning is generated which forces the operator to change the battery. The battery may only
be changed by trained staff. The procedure for changing the battery is described in the
Service Manual. For further information on warning settings see Technical Information.
Figure 41
Flashing message on the LCD display, prompts to change the battery

INFORMATION 1030
LifeSpan Battery
Figure 42
"Battery Lifespan" status bit in "Meter Status" window
"Battery
Lifespan" status
bit
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Troubleshooting
6.3
Generation of a Diagnosis session

If it becomes necessary to generate a Diagnosis session for remote support, follow the
procedure described below:
Start the MEPAFLOW600 CBM software and establish an online connection to the
meter (see pg. 59, 4.3 for all necessary preparations).
Choose "Tools / Diagnosis session" from the menu or click the "Diagnosis session" item
in the Key navigation ( Figure 43)
Figure 43
"Diagnosis session" generation
"Diagnosis
session" item
Specify a file name. (The file path is set according to the program settings. If necessary,
specify a different path.)
Click the "Save" button.
MEPAFLOW600 CBM will now download the logbooks from the meter and generate a
Diagnosis session with all relevant data. The entire process usually takes about three
minutes. If the logbooks contain a lot of entries, the process may take longer.
Email the Diagnosis session file to your SICK representative for support.
107
Troubleshooting
6. 4
Meter connection troubleshooting

Meter not found at initial connection/connection lost during session
Check all cables and the hardware. Check also the correct installation of the adapters
(see pg. 57, 4.2.1 and pg. 58, 4.2.2).
Attempt to re-establish connection via "Connect to Meter" window.
Use the options in the window displayed to make MEPAFLOW600 CBM search with
wider options ( Figure 44), especially if parameters (e.g. the baud rate) may have been
changed.
"Meter not found" dialog for the specification of wider search options.
Figure 44
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Appendix
FLOWSIC600
Appendix
Conformities and technical data

Logbooks
Connection diagrams for operating the FLOWSIC600 in hazardous areas in
accordance with North American Guidelines (NEC, CEC)
Wiring examples
Sealing plan
109
Appendix
7. 1
Conformities and technical data
7.1.1
CE certificate
The FLOWSIC600 has been developed, manufactured and tested in accordance with the
following EC directives:
Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC
Directive 94/9/EC (ATEX)
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
MID Directive 2004/22/EC
Conformity with above directives has been verified and the device has been marked with
the CE label. The specific designation of the pressure equipment demanded according to
the Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC under part 3.3 and 3.4 can be found in the
MDR of the FLOWSIC600.
7.1.2
Standard compatibility and type approval

The FLOWSIC600 conforms to the following norms, standards or recommendations:
EN 60079-0, EN 60079-1, EN 60079-7, EN 60079-11, EN 60079-26
OIML R 137-1, 2006, "Gas meters, Part 1: Requirements"
OIML D 11, 2004, "General requirements for electronic measuring instruments"
A.G.A Report No. 9, 2007, "Measurement of Gas by Multipath Ultrasonic Meters"
API 21.1 "Flow Measurement Using Electronic Metering Systems"
ISO 17089-1, 2010, "Measurement of fluid flow in closed conduits - ultrasonic meters
for gas - Part 1: Meters for custody transfer and allocation measurement."
BS 7965, 2009, "Guide to the selection, installation, operation and calibration of
diagonal path transit time ultrasonic flow meters for industrial gas applications.
2 Type approval for commercial or custody transfer has been granted by the relevant
authorities, e.g.:
Germany: PTB (Physikalisch-Technical Bundesanstalt), code number 7.421 / 03.05
Netherlands: NMI (Netherlands Meetinstituut), code number B35
Canada: Measurement Canada, Approval No. AG-0521
Switzerland: Metrologie und Akkreditierung Switzerland, Appr. No. CH-G4-04404-00
Europe: MID Approval, DE-08-MI002-PTB005
GOST
WELMEC compliance
The interfaces and the software of the FLOWSIC600 have been designed non-reactive in
terms of the Eichordnung, Anlage 7 "Messgerte fr Gas" (calibration regulations, Annex 7
"Gas Meters") and the requirements of the WELMEC regulation 7.2, and documented
completely in document "Interface description".
The test results were archived in a traceable manner and can be provided on request.
110
7.1.3
Appendix
Figure 45
Common key code (for short description of meter design, indicated on Type Plate* and Instrument Data Sheet**)
Type Code FLOWSIC600

Group
Key code
1
10
SIGNAL PROCESSING UNIT
13
14
15
10
Path configuration
1-Path
1
P
2-Path
2
P
4-Path
4
P
1+1-Path redundant
1
R
2+2-Path redundant
2
R
4+4-Path (Quatro)
4
R
4+1-Path (2plex)
5
C
2-Path crossed
2
X
4-Path crossed
4
X
2-Path Special
2
S
Overall length
2D
2 D
3D
3 D
4D
4 D
5D
5 D
6D
6 D
Shortened Meter body
S D
Other size
X D
Nominal size
2" / DN 50
0
3" / DN 80
0
4" / DN 100
0
6" / DN 150
0
8" / DN 200
0
10" / DN 250
1
12" / DN 300
1
16" / DN 400
1
Other size
#
Connection flange type
ASME B16.5 / ASME B16.47 (>24")
DIN EN 1092-1
GOST 12815-80 / 12821-80 / GOST-R 54432-2011
NORSOK L 005
TECHLOK
Grayloc
EN 1759-1
Other type
Connection diameter
Schedule ####
Specified in [mm] (DIN)
Flange type / sealing face
Raised Face (ASME B16.5 / B16.47)
Ring Type Joint (ASME B16.5 / B16.47)
Form B1 (EN 1092-1 / 1759-1)
Form B2 (EN 1092-1 / 1759-1)
Form # Inlet / Form # Outlet (EN 1092-1 / 1759-1)
Version V# (GOST 12815-80 / 12821-80)
Type T# (GOST-R 54432-2011)
Special design
Material
Carbon Steel
Stainless steel
LT-CS
Duplex
Superduplex
Superaustenit
Aluminium
Other material
Connection for Extraction Tool
Yes
No
ULTRASONIC TRANSDUCER
12
12
11
13
14
15
METER BODY
11
FL600-
2
3
4
6
8
0
2
6
#
C
P
P
N
I
G
C
X
L
N
N
K
N
R
L
X
#
#
#
#
X
X
#
X
#
#
#
#
X
X
#
X
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
X
#
#
#
#
#
#
#
X
S
#
C
#
#
#
#
#
#
.
(Will be selected by SICK on the basis of the technical data )
#
#
R
R
B
B
#
V
T
X
F
J
1
2
#
#
#
X
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
X
Y
N
_
Ex-proof-design
None
CSA Group D T4
CSA Group B, C, D T4
ATEX IIA T4, M20x1.5
ATEX IIC T4, M20x1.5
ATEX IIA T4, 1/2 NPT
ATEX IIC T4, 1/2 NPT
IECEx IIA T4, M20x1.5
IECEx IIC T4, M20x1.5
IECEx IIA T4, 1/2 NPT
IECEx IIC T4, 1/2 NPT
Power supply
12 ... 24V DC
Data outputs
Hardware variant 1 (4 digital outputs)
Hardware variant 2 (1 analog current output and 3 digital outputs)
Hardware variant 4 (1 analog current output and 2 RS485)
Hardware variant 5 (with integrated EVC, p- and T-transmitters externally power supplied, I/O board with DSP)
Hardware variant 6 (with integrated EVC, p- and T-transmitters internally power supplied, I/O board with DSP)
Hardware variant 7 (same as hardware variant 1, but with LowPressureAnalogBoard)
Hardware variant A (same as hardware variant 5, but with LowPressureAnalogBoard)
Hardware variant B (same as hardware variant 6, but with LowPressureAnalogBoard)
HART-Protocol (By selection of hardware variant 2 and 8 only)
Yes
No
Front panel
LED SICK
LCD SICK
*
Custody transfer design meter
Yes
No
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
D
C
1
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
Y
N
0
1
Y
N
Rev. 1.12
# to be specified by SICK
2013/05
* only design of USM, no restriction to type approval

( 4P; 5C; 4R --> Y / other path configurations --> N)
E_69423
* See pg. 136, Figure 63

** The Instrument Data Sheet is included in the Manufacturer Data Report (MDR).
111
Appendix
7.1.4
Technical data
Type approval
The information in this section may differ from the type approval which is valid
for the FLOWSIC600 in your country.
Please use your national type approval for the FLOWSIC600.
Table 8
Common meter sizes and flow rates
Actual flow rate

[m/h]
Nominal Size
Qmin
DN 50
DN 80
TYPE APPROVAL DN 100
DN 150
DN 200
DN 250
DN 300
DN 350
DN 400
DN 450
DN 500
DN 600
DN 700
DN 750
DN 800
DN 900
DN 1000
DN 1050
DN 1100
DN 1200
1
(NPS 2)
(NPS 3)
(NPS 4)
(NPS 6)
(NPS 8)
(NPS 10)
(NPS 12)
(NPS 14)
(NPS 16)
(NPS 18)
(NPS 20)
(NPS 24)
(NPS 28)
(NPS 30)
(NPS 32)
(NPS 36)
(NPS 40)
(NPS 42)
(NPS 44)
(NPS 48)
4
8
13
20
32
50
65
80
120
130
200
320
400
400
400
650
650
1300
1400
1600
Qt
13
32
50
80
130
240
375
375
600
650
975
1500
2000
2000
2400
3750
5000
6000
6500
7000
Actual flow rate

[ft/h]
Qmax1
400
1000
1,600
3000
4500
7000
8000
10000
14000
17000
20000
32000
40000
45000
50000
66000
80000
85,000
90000
100000
Qmin
140
280
460
710
1,130
1,770
2,300
2,830
4,240
4,600
7,070
11,300
14,100
14,100
14,100
23,000
23,000
46,000
49,500
56,600
Qmax 1
14,000
35,000
56,000
106,000
159,000
247,000
282,000
353,000
494,000
600,000
707,000
1,131,000
1,414,000
1,590,000
1,767,000
2,333,000
2,828,000
3,004,000
3,181,000
3,535,000
Max. Velocity*
[m/sec]
65
65
60
50
45
40
33
33
33
33
33
33
30
30
30
30
30
30
28
27
[ft/sec]
213
213
197
164
148
131
108
108
108
108
108
108
98
98
98
98
98
98
92
89
Qmax can be limited by the working pressure and attenuation of the gas medium
*When a configuration with flow conditioner is used, the velocity of gas must
not exceed 40 m/s (131 ft/s) in the pipe.
112
Appendix
Table 9
Technical data
Meter characteristics and measuring parameters

Measured variables
Flow rate, volume at flowing and base conditions, gas velocity, speed of sound
Number of measuring paths 2, 4, 4+1, 4+4
Measuring Principle
Ultrasonic transit time difference measurement
Measured medium
Natural gas, N2, O2, air, C2H4, vapor, process gases
Measuring ranges
Actual flow rate.
4 ... 400 m/h / 1,600 ... 100,000 m/h
Measuring ranges depending on nominal pipe size
Repeatability
< 0.1 % of reading
Accuracy
Error limits
2-path version 1
1%
2
4-path version
0.5%
Dry calibrated
4-path version 2
0.2%
After flow calibration and adjustment with constant factor
4-path version 2
0.1%
After flow calibration and adjustment with polynominal or piecewise correction
1 Within range Qt ... Qmax with straight inlet/outlet section of 20D/3D or with flow straightener
10D/3D
2 Within range Q ... Q
t
max with uninterrupted inlet/outlet section 10D/3D or with flow
straightener 5D/3D
Diagnostics functions
Integrated device diagnosis and extended diagnosis use software MEPAFLO600 CBM
Gas temperature
40 C ... +180 C
On request: 194 C ... +280 C
Operating pressure
0 bar (g) ... 250 bar (g)
On request: Up to 450 bar (g)
Nominal pipe size
2" ... 48" (DN 50 ... DN 1200)
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature
ATEX, CSA
40 C ... +60 C
IECEx
40 C ... +70 C
Optional IECEx
50 C ... +70 C
Storage temperature
40 C ... +70 C
Ambient humidity
95% relative humidity
Approvals
Conformities
AGA Report No. 9
API 21.1
OIML D11
OIML R137-1
ISO 17089-1
BS 7965
Type approvals: MID, Measurement Canada, GOST ...
Ex approvals
IECEx
Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIA T4
Gb/Ga Ex d e ib [ia Ga] IIC T4
Ultrasonic transducer, intrinsically safe
ATEX
II 1/2G Ex de ib [ia] IIA T4
II 1/2G Ex de ib [ia] IIC T4
NEC/CEC (US/CA)
Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C, D T4
Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D T4
Class I, Division 1, Group D T4
Class I, Division 2, Group D T4
Electrical safety
CE
IP classification
IP 65 / IP 66 / IP 67
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Appendix
Outputs and interfaces

Analog output
Digital outputs
Interfaces
Bus protocol
Operation
Installation
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
Material in contact with media
Electrical connection
Voltage
See dimension drawings

Depending on device version
Low-temperature carbon steel, stainless steel, Duplex steel
12 ... 28.8 V DDC
For active current output: 15 ... 28.8 V DDC
1W
The scope of delivery is dependent on the application and the customer specifications.
Power input
General
Scope of delivery
1 output (optional):
4 ... 20 mA, 200
Active/passive, electrically isolated
Up to 3 outputs:
30 V, 10 mA
Passive, electrically isolated, open collector or acc. to NAMUR (EN 50227),
fmax = 6 kHz (scalable)
RS-485 (2x, for configuration, measured value output and diagnosis)
MODBUS ASCII
MODBUS RTU
HART
Via meter display and software MEPAFLOW600 CBM
114
Appendix
Criteria applicable to meter when used in accordance with metrological type approval
Table 10
Meter sizes according to metrological type approval
Meter
size
DN 80
(3")
Measuring range (Qmin [m/h])
Meter size
1:100
1:80
13
G1000
20
G1000E
32
20
32
28800
13
20
400
18000
13
20
32
650
11100
13
250
28800
13
20
400
18000
13
20
32
650
11100
20
32
50
1000
7200
20
400
18000
20
32
650
11100
20
32
50
1000
7200
32
50
80
1600
4500
2200
3272
130
2500
2880
32
650
11100
50
G650
G1600
32
G1600E
32
G2500*
32
80
32
50
1000
7200
32
50
80
1600
4500
50
80
130
2500
2880
3600
2000
40
80
130
200
4000
1800
50
80
1600
4500
50
80
130
2500
2880
50
80
130
200
4000
1800
5000
1285
80
130
200
320
6500
1110
80
130
2500
2880
80
130
200
4000
1800
130
200
320
6500
1110
7800
920
2500
2880
G1000
G1600
G2500
250
G400
G1000
DN 350
(14")
13
G400
G1600*
DN 300
(12")
G250
G650
DN 250
(10")
45000
G250
G650*
DN 200
(8")
160
G160
G400
G2500E
50
G4000*
50
G1600
G2500
G4000
65
G4000 E
65
80
G1600
80
G2500
G4000
G4000 E
1:20
Meter
factor
[pulses/
m]
G160
G400*
DN 150
(6")
1:30
G100
G250
DN 100
(4")
1:50
Max. flow
rate Qmax
[m/h]
80
80
80
130
200
4000
1800
130
200
320
6500
1110
7800
920
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Appendix
DN 400
(16")
Meter size
1:100
G4000
G6500 E
120
1:30
1:20
G6500
130
200
4000
1800
130
200
320
6500
1110
200
320
500
10000
720
12000
600
130
200
320
6500
1110
200
320
500
10000
720
16000
450
130
G4000
G6500
G10000
200
200
320
6500
1110
200
320
500
10000
720
320
500
800
16000
450
20000
360
G10000 E 200
DN 550
(22")
G6500
G10000
G16000
DN 600
(24")
200
200
320
500
10000
720
320
500
800
16000
450
25000
288
200
G6500
G10000
G16000
320
320
500
10000
720
320
500
800
16000
450
500
800
1300
25000
288
32000
225
G16000 E 320
DN 650
(26")
G6500
G10000
G16000
320
320
500
10000
720
320
500
800
16000
450
500
800
1300
25000
288
32000
225
10000
720
16000
450
25000
288
40000
180
10000
720
16000
450
25000
288
40000
180
16000
450
25000
288
40000
180
25000
288
40000
180
65000
111
25000
288
40000
180
65000
111
G16000E 320
DN 700
(28")
G6500
500
G10000
500
G16000
G25000
DN 750
(30")
500
400
500
G6500
500
G10000
500
G16000
G25000
DN 800
(32")
500
400
500
G16000
800
G25000
800
650
800
G16000
800
G25000
G40000
116
500
G16000
G40000
DN 900
(36")
500
G10000
G25000
DN 850
(34)
500
400
800
650
800
Meter
factor
[pulses/
m]
130
120
G4000
G10000
DN 500
(20")
1:50
G2500
G6500
DN 450
(18")
1:80
Max. flow
rate Qmax
[m/h]
800
Meter
size
Appendix
Meter
size
DN950
(38)
Meter size
1:100
1:80
1:50
1:30
G16000
1300
G25000
1300
G40000
800
1300
DN 1000 G16000
(40")
G25000
G40000
1:20
1300
1300
650
800
1300
Max. flow
rate Qmax
[m/h]
Meter
factor
[pulses/
m]
25000
288
40000
180
65000
111
25000
288
40000
180
65000
111
Any flow rates given above are also valid in the bidirectional mode.
G-classes marked with an asterisk (*) must only be used in configuration No. 2 (see
pg. 33, 3.2.2).
G-classes marked with an (E) have an extended max. flow rate (max. flow velocity vmax =
36 m/s) related to commonly established turbine meter G-classes.
The transition flow Qt is based on the flow range the meter is designed for according to
the main plate. It is:
- for a flow range of
1:20
Qt=0.20 Qmax and
1:30
Qt=0.15 Qmax and
1:50
Qt=0.10 Qmax
Higher values for Qmin and lower values for Qmax are admissible provided that
Qmin 0.05 Qmax.
Another meter factor is admissible if the frequency at the pulse output is selected
<6 kHz for 1.2 Qmax.

Do not open the window cover unless the area is known to be non-hazardous.
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Appendix
7. 2
Logbooks
1 Classification of logbook entries
The entries are distinguished into three classes and identified by the initial character in the
first line.
"I"information
"W"warning
"E"error/ malfunction
2 Type of occurrence
"+"point of time identifying the beginning of a status
"-"point of time identifying the end of a status
7.2.1
Overview of event entries in meter logbooks
Message No.
Details
on LCD
Logbook LCD Text

Custody logbook [1]
3003
3004
3005
3006
3007
3008
118
NO DSP communication
Measurement invalid
Firmware CRC invalid
Parameter CRC invalid
Parameter out of range
Failure during storage of path compensation

1
parameter
Meter clock time invalid
E-System
0001
NO DSP-Communic.
E+DSP
0001
Reading invalid
E-DSP
0001
Reading invalid
E+Firmware 0001
CRC invalid
E-Firmware 0001
CRC invalid
E+Parameter 0001
CRC invalid
E-Parameter 0001
CRC invalid
E+Parameter 0001
#XXXX range error
E-Parameter 0001
#XXXX range error
E+PathComp. 0001
Storage error
E+PathComp. 0001
Storage error
E+System
0001
ClockTime inval.
E-System
0001
ClockTime inval.
3002
E+System
0001
NO DSP-Communic.
Appendix
Message No.
Details
on LCD
3009
3011
3012
3013
3014
CRC volume counter (a.c) invalid
CRC volume counter (n.c) invalid
Transit time mode activated
No signature key
2001
Path failure
2002
No HART communication to temperature

transmitter
2003
No HART communication to pressure

transmitter
2004
Maximum pulse output frequency exceeded

1
(6kHz)
2005
Custody logbook [1] overflow
Logbook LCD Text
EVC parameter invalid
E+Logbook 1 0001
Overflow
E-Logbook 1 0001
Overflow
E+Count.ac 0001
CRC invalid
E-Count.ac 0001
CRC invalid
E+Count.sc 0001
CRC invalid
E-Count.sc 0001
CRC invalid
E+System
0001
TransitTimeMode
E-System
0001
TransitTimeMode
E+System
0001
No signature key
E-System
0001
No signature key
W+PathError 0001
Path 1 2 3 4
W-PathError 0001
All paths OK
W+HART T
0001
No communication
W-HART T
0001
No communication
W+HART P
0001
No communication
W-HART P
0001
No communication
W+PulseOut 0001
6000 Hz exceeded
W-PulseOut 0001
6000 Hz exceeded
W+EVC
0001
EVC para.invalid
W+EVC
0001
EVC para.invalid
W+EVC
0001
EVC module error
2006
EVC hardware error
1001
Flow meter power ON
I Power ON 0001
dd/mm/yy
mm:ss
1002
Meter clock adjusted
I Set Time 0001

dd/mm/yy
mm:ss
W+EVC
0001
EVC module error
119
Appendix
Message No.
Details
on LCD
Logbook LCD Text

I+Meas.Mode 0001
Configurat. ON 1
1003
Configuration Mode active
1004
Firmware changed
I Update FW 0001
3104 -> 3200
1007
Custody logbook [1] erased and initialized
I Logbook 1 0001
Reset and Init
1014
Overflow volume counter (a.c.)
I Count.ac
Overflow
0001
1015
Overflow volume counter (s.c.)
I Count.sc
Overflow
0001
1016
Error volume counter cleared
I Reset E
01/01/07
0001
10:47
1017
All volume counters cleared
I Reset V
01/01/07
0001
10:47
1027
Initialization error Default parameter

loaded
1029
Air test mode activated
I-Meas.Mode 0001
Measurement ON 1
I+InitError 0001
DefaultParaLoad
I-InitError 0001
DefaultParaLoad
I+Airtest
Active
0001
I-Airtest
Not active
0001
Warning logbook [2]

2
I Logbook 2 0001
Reset and Init
I+Logbook 2 0001
Overflow
1010
Warning logbook [2] overflow
1018
DataLog 1 cleared
I DataLog 1 0001
Reset
1019
DataLog 2 cleared
I DataLog 2 0001
Reset
1020
DataLog 3 cleared
I DataLog 3 0001
Reset
1021
1022
120
Warning logbook [2] erased and initialized
DataLog 1 overflow
DataLog 2 overflow
I-Logbook 2 0001
Overflow
I+DataLog 1 0001
Overflow
I-DataLog 1 0001
Overflow
I+DataLog 2 0001
Overflow
I-DataLog 2 0001
Overflow
1008
Appendix
Message No.
Details
on LCD
1023
1024
1025
1026
1028
Logbook LCD Text
DataLog 3 overflow
DatenLog 1 CRC error
DatenLog 2 CRC error
DataLog 3 CRC error
Customer limit exceeded
I+DataLog 3 0001
Overflow
I-DataLog 3 0001
Overflow
I+DataLog 1 0001
CRC invalid
I-DataLog 1 0001
CRC invalid
I+DataLog 2 0001
CRC invalid
I-DataLog 2 0001
CRC invalid
I+DataLog 3 0001
CRC invalid
I-DataLog 3 0001
CRC invalid
I+Userlimit 0001
Limit XXXXXXXXXX
I-Userlimit 0001
Limits OK
Parameter logbook [3]

1005
Parameter changed
I Parameter 0001
Change
Reg3001
1006
All parameters to default (Reset)
I Parameter 0001
Reset all
1009
Parameter logbook [3] erased and initialized 3
I Logbook 3 0001
Reset and Init
Parameter logbook [3] overflow
I Logbook 3 0001
Overflow
1011
I+Logbook 3 0001
Overflow
121
Appendix
7. 3
SPU terminal assignment

Connection in accordance with ATEX IIA
Figure 46
Terminal assignment in accordance with ATEX IIA
1(+)
power supply
alimentation
UB = 12..24V DC
2 (-)
EEx e Um=253V EEx ib [ia] IIA
31
32
33
34
4 ...20 mA
Uo = 22,1V
Io = 155mA
Po = 857mW
Co = 4100nF
Lo = 7mH
active
digital out 0 (HF2)

sortie digital 0
fmax = 6 kHz
passive
HART/
NAMUR
Ui = 30V
Ii = 100mA
Pi = 750mW
RL<250R
Uo=5,88V Io=313mA Po=460mW Co=1000F
RS 485
U=10V
i
I=275mA
i
P=1420mW
i
Lo=1,5mH
PROFIBUS PA
Io=100mA
Uo=30V
Pi=750mW
51
52
digital out 1 (HF1)

sortie digital 1
fmax = 6 kHz
passive
Usat < 2V 2mA < IL< 20mA
NAMUR
Ui = 30V Ii = 100mA
Pi = 750mW
41
42
digital output 2
sortie digital 2
passive
NAMUR
Ui = 30V Ii = 100mA
Pi = 750mW
81
82
digital output 3
sortie digital 3
passive
NAMUR

Ui = 30V Ii = 100mA
Pi = 750mW
RS 485
U=10V
i
I=275mA
i
P=1420mW
i
Lo=1,5mH
For further details see user manual

and EC Typ-Examination Certificate
TV 01 ATEX 1766 X
Connection in accordance with ATEX IIC

Figure 47
Terminal assignment in accordance with ATEX IIC
power supply
alimentation
UB = 12..24V DC
1(+)
2 (-)
EEx e Um=253V EEx ib [ia] IIC

4 ...20 mA
digital out 0 (HF2)
sortie digital 0
fmax = 6 kHz
RS 485
Uo = 22,1V
Ui = 30V
Io = 155mA
Ii = 100mA
Po = 857mW Pi = 750mW
Co = 163nF
Lo = 1mH
RL<250R
i
i
i
U=10V
I=275mA
P=1420mW
Lo=0,2mH
active
passive
HART/
NAMUR
33
34
PROFIBUS PA
51
52
digital out 1 (HF1)

sortie digital 1
fmax = 6 kHz
passive
NAMUR
Ui = 30V Ii = 100mA
Pi = 750mW
41
42
digital output 2
sortie digital 2
passive
NAMUR
Ui = 30V Ii = 100mA
Pi = 750mW
81
82
digital output 3
sortie digital 3
RS 485
Uo=30V
Io=100mA
Pi=750mW

Ui = 30V Ii = 100mA
Pi = 750mW
i
i
i
U=10V
I=275mA
P=1420mW
Lo=0,2mH
passive
NAMUR

and EC Typ-Examination Certificate
TV 01 ATEX 1766 X
122
31
32
Appendix
Connection in accordance with ATEX /IECEx IIA

Figure 48
Terminal assignment in accordance with ATEX IIA
power supply
alimentation
UB = 12..24V DC
1(+)
2 (-)
Ex e Um=253V, Ex ia IIA
31
32
4 ...20 mA
active
digital out 0 (HF2)

sortie digital 0
fmax = 6 kHz
passive
HART/
NAMUR
Uo = 22,1V
Io = 87mA
Po = 481mW
Co = 2000nF
Lo = 7mH
Ui = 30V
Ii = 100mA
Pi = 750mW
RL<250R
RS 485
33
34
PROFIBUS PA
51
52
digital out 1 (HF1)

sortie digital 1
fmax = 6 kHz
passive
NAMUR
Ui = 30V Ii = 100mA
Pi = 750mW
41
42
digital output 2
sortie digital 2
passive
NAMUR
Ui = 30V Ii = 100mA
Pi = 750mW
81
82
digital output 3
sortie digital 3
passive
NAMUR

Ui = 30V Ii = 100mA
Pi = 750mW
RS 485
i
i
i
U=10V
I=275mA
P=1420mW
Lo=1,5mH
Uo=30V
Io=100mA
Pi=750mW
U=10V
i
I=275mA
i
P=1420mW
i
Lo=1,5mH
Note: Use this cover only for the associated enclosure

marked with Serial no.:
and Certificate TV 01 ATEX 1766 X
resp. IECEx TUN 11.0001 X
Connection in accordance with ATEX /IECEx IIC

Figure 49
Terminal assignment in accordance with ATEX IIC
power supply
alimentation
UB = 12..24V DC
1(+)
2 (-)
Ex e Um=253V, Ex ia IIC
31
32
33
34
4 ...20 mA
digital out 0 (HF2)
sortie digital 0
fmax = 6 kHz
RS 485
PROFIBUS PA
Uo = 22,1V
Ui = 30V
Io = 87mA
Ii = 100mA
Po = 481mW Pi = 750mW
Co = 77nF
Lo = 1mH
RL<200R
i
i
i
U=10V
I=275mA
P=1420mW
Lo=0,2mH
active
passive
HART/
NAMUR
Uo=30V
Io=100mA
Pi=750mW
51
52
digital out 1 (HF1)

sortie digital 1
fmax = 6 kHz
passive
NAMUR
Ui = 30V Ii = 100mA
Pi = 750mW
41
42
digital output 2
sortie digital 2
passive
NAMUR
Ui = 30V Ii = 100mA
Pi = 750mW
81
82
digital output 3
sortie digital 3
RS 485

Ui = 30V Ii = 100mA
Pi = 750mW
i
i
i
U=10V
I=275mA
P=1420mW
Lo=0,2mH
passive
NAMUR
Note: Use this cover only for the associated enclosure

marked with Serial no.:
and Certificate TV 01 ATEX 1766 X
resp. IECEx TUN 11.0001 X
For CSA SPU Assignment S. 127, Control drawing 781.00.02 (page 4) and following.
123
124
US-Transducer
US-Transducer
SPU-LINK
(Option only)
Voc=12.3V
Isc=130mA
Ca=600nF
Connector La=1mH
Connector
GND
2 (-)
31
32
33
34
51
52
41
42
81
82
1 (+)
GND
SPU-LINK
(Option only)
Voc=12.3V
Isc=130mA
Ca=600nF
Connector La=1mH
Connector
Class I, Zone 1, Group II B + Hydrogene, Temp. Code T4
GND
31
32
33
34
51
52
41
42
81
82
GND
Sick Engineering GmbH

Bergener Ring 27
01458 Ottendorf-Okrilla
GERMANY
781.00.02
2.0
A4
von 6
18-Jul-2012 _
Rev.:
Format:
issued by
FLOWSIC600-x-x-B-x-x (Gas groups B, C, D) Page 1
Drawing No.
Control Drawing
3. WARNING: Explosion Hazard - Substition may impair suitability for

Class 1, Division 2
2. WARNING: Explosion Hazrad - Do not disconnect equipment unless power

has been switched off or the area is known to be non - hazardous.
MKO
Data-Interface (RS485): Terminals 33, 34

Vin=5V
Iin=174mA
Binary outputs 1, 2 and 3

Pulse output: Terminals 51, 52
Config. output: Terminals 41, 42
Error output: Terminals 81, 82
Vin= 30V
Iin= 100mA
1. Install in accordance with the CEC or NEC.
Division 2 / Zone 2 installation
Current output 4-20mA: Terminals 31,32

Vin=30V
Iin=100mA
Power Supply: Terminals 1(+), 2(-)

Vin=12V to 24V
Iin= 60mA to 150mA
Field Terminal Installation:
Divsion 1 / Zone 1 Explosion Proof installation
6. For Entity Installation, use CSA certified safety barriers or other

CSA certified Associated Equipment that satifies the following
condtions:
Voc <= Vmax, Isc <= Imax., Ca >= Ci + Ccable, La >= Li + Lcable.
See drawing no. 781.00.02 page 4 for Entity parameters
5. WARNING: Substitution of components may impair Intrinsic Safety.
4. [ Exia] is defined as Associated Equipment
3. In Canada install in accordance with the CEC part 1
2. In the US install in accordance with the NEC (ANSI/NFPA 70) and

ANSI/ISA RP 12.6.)
1. Maximum non-hazardous area voltage not to exeed 125V
Division 1 / Zone 0 / Zone 1 installation
7. 4
Connection diagrams for operating the FLOWSIC600 in hazardous

areas in accordance with North American Requirements (NEC, CEC)
Figure 50
Control drawing 781.00.02 (page 1)
Voc=38.9V
Isc=59mA
Ca=3.4nF
La=0.03mH
Up to 8 [Exia] Terminals
for Ultrasonic Transducers
manufactured by SICK only
with the following
Entity Parameters
US-Transducer
Class I, Zone 0,
Group II B + Hydrogene,
Temp. Code T4
Voc=38.9V
Isc=59mA
Ca=3.4nF
La=0.03mH
with the following
Entity Parameters
US-Transducer
2 (-)
1 (+)
Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C and D, Temp. Code T4, Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D, Temp. Code T4
Class I, Zone 1, Group II B + Hydrogene, Temp. Code T4, Class I, Zone 2, Group II C, Temp. Code T4
Appendix
US-Transducer
Voc=51.2V
Isc=77mA
Ca=18nF
La=0.03mH
US-Transducer
with the following
Entity Parameters
US-Transducer
Class I, Zone 0,
Group II B,
Temp. Code T4
Voc=51.2V
Isc=77mA
Ca=18nF
La=0.03mH
with the following
Entity Parameters
US-Transducer
31
32
33
34
51
52
41
42
81
82
GND
GND
2 (-)
31
32
33
34
51
52
41
42
81
82
1 (+)
GND
Class I, Zone 1, Group II B, Temp. Code T4
GND
2 (-)
1 (+)
SPU-LINK
(Option only)
Voc=12.3V
Isc=130mA
Ca=4F
Connector La=4mH
Connector
SPU-LINK
(Option only)
Voc=12.3V
Isc=130mA
Ca=4F
Connector La=4mH
Connector

Bergener Ring 27
GERMANY
781.00.02
2.0
A4
von 6
18-Jul-2012 _
Rev.:
Format:
issued by
FLOWSIC600-x-x-C-x-x (Gas groups C, D) Page 2
Drawing No.
Control Drawing

Class 1, Division 2

MKO

Vin=5V
Iin=174mA

Vin= 30V
Iin= 100mA

Vin=30V
Iin=100mA

Vin=12V to 24V
Iin= 60mA to 150mA

condtions:

ANSI/ISA RP 12.6.)
Figure 51
Class I, Division 1, Groups C and D, Temp. Code T4, Class I, Division 2, Groups C and D, Temp. Code T4
Class I, Zone 1, Group II B, Temp. Code T4, Class I, Zone 2, Group II B, Temp. Code T4
Appendix
125
126
US-Transducer
Voc=60.8V
Isc=92mA
Ca=30nF
La=0.03mH
US-Transducer
with the following
Entity Parameters
US-Transducer
Class I, Zone 0,
Group IIA,
Temp. Code T4
Voc=60,8 V
Isc=92mA
Ca=30nF
La=0,03mH
with the following
Entity Parameters
US-Transducer
31
32
33
34
51
52
41
42
81
82
GND
GND
2 (-)
31
32
33
34
51
52
41
42
81
82
1 (+)
GND
Class I, Zone 1, Group II A, Temp. Code T4
GND
2 (-)
1 (+)
SPU-LINK
(Option only)
Voc=12.3V
Isc=130mA
Ca=15F
Connector La=7mH
Connector
SPU-LINK
(Option only)
Voc=12.3V
Isc=130mA
Ca=15F
Connector La=7mH
Connector

Vin=5V
Iin=174mA

Vin= 30V
Iin= 100mA

Bergener Ring 27
GERMANY
781.00.02
FLOWSIC600-x-x-D-x-x
Drawing No.
2.0
A4
von 6
18-Jul-2012 _
Rev.:
Format:
created by
MKO
(Gas group D) Page 3
Control Drawing

Class 1, Division 2


Vin=30V
Iin=100mA

Vin=12V to 24V
Iin= 60mA to 150mA

condtions:

ANSI/ISA RP 12.6.)
Figure 52
Class I, Division 1, Groups D, Temp. Code T4, Class I, Division 2, Groups D, Temp. Code T4
Class I, Zone 1, Group II A, Temp. Code T4, Class I, Zone 2, Group II A, Temp. Code T4
Appendix
1(+)
Entity Parameters
Vmax=20V, Imax =200mA
Ci = 4nF, Li = 0.075mH
digital output 2
sortie digital 2
digital output 3
sortie digital 3
41
42
81
82
Voc=22,1V Vmax=30V
Isc=155mA Imax=100mA
Ca=77nF
Ci=4nF
La=1mH
Li=0.075mH
Vmax=30V Ci=4nF
Imax=100mA Li=0.075mH
Vmax=30V
Imax=100mA
Ci=4nF
Li=0.075mH
Vmax=30V
Imax=100mA
Ci=4nF
Li=0.075mH
Voc=5.88V Isc=313mA Ca=430nF La=0.2mH

Vmax=10V Imax=275mA Ci=4nF Li=0.075mH
passive
NAMUR
NAMUR
passive
NAMUR
passive

passive
HART/
NAMUR
active
FLOWSIC600 -x-x-B-0-x
Ind. nderung
Class I, Division 1, Groups B,C and D

Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D
Class I, Zone 1 Group IIB + Hydrogene
Class I, Zone 2, Group IIC
RS 485
digital out 1 (HF1)

sortie digital 1
fmax = 6 kHz
PROFIBUS PA
RS 485
digital out 0 (HF2)

sortie digital 0
fmax = 6 kHz
4 ...20 mA
51
52
33
34
31
32
Maximum non-hazardous area voltage not to exeed 125V
VB = 12..24V DC 2 (-)
power supply
alimentation
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FLOWSIC600-x-x-x-1-x
Name
Gepr.
1(+)
Entity Parameters
Ci = 4nF, Li = 0.075mH
4 ...20 mA
Vmax=30V Ci=4nF
Vmax=30V
Imax=100mA
Ci=4nF
Li=0.075mH
Vmax=30V
Imax=100mA
Ci=4nF
Li=0.075mH
Bergener Ring 27
Mastab:
2010-09-28 Kochan
gepr.
Name
Ersetzt durch:
Ersatz fr:
Ursprung:
781.00.02 Rev. 2.0
Verteildatum:
4 of 6
Page
Control drawing
FLOWSIC600 -x-x-B-x-x (Gas groups B, C and D)
Werkstoff
Norm-Typ/DIN

passive
NAMUR
NAMUR
passive
NAMUR
passive
FLOWSIC600 -x-x-B-1-x
2009-09-28 MKO
Tag
Voc=22,1V Vmax=30V
Isc=87mA Imax=100mA
Ca=77nF
Ci=4nF
La=1mH
Li=0.075mH

passive
HART/
NAMUR
active
Class I, Division 1, Groups B,C and D

Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D
Class I, Zone 1 Group IIB + Hydrogene
Class I, Zone 2, Group IIC
RS 485
digital output 3
sortie digital 3
digital output 2
sortie digital 2
digital out 1 (HF1)

sortie digital 1
fmax = 6 kHz
PROFIBUS PA
RS 485
digital out 0 (HF2)

sortie digital 0
fmax = 6 kHz
gez.
81
82
41
42
51
52
33
34
31
32
VB = 12..24V DC 2 (-)
power supply
alimentation
A4_Formblatt_ME10.CDR
Figure 53
NOTE: Use this cover only for model versions

FLOWSIC600-x-x-B-1-x
Appendix
127
128
2 (-)
1(+)
Entity Parameters
Ci = 4nF, Li = 0.075mH
4 ...20 mA
digital output 3
sortie digital 3
41
42
81
82
digital output 2
sortie digital 2
Voc=22,1V Vmax=30V
Ca=500nF Ci=4nF
La=4mH
Li=0.075mH
Vmax=30V Ci=4nF
Vmax=30V
Imax=100mA
Ci=4nF
Li=0.075mH
Vmax=30V
Imax=100mA
Ci=4nF
Li=0.075mH
FLOWSIC600 -x-x-C-0-x
Ind. nderung
Voc=5.88V Isc=313mA Ca=1F La=1mH

passive
NAMUR
NAMUR
passive
NAMUR
passive

passive
HART/
NAMUR
active
Class I, Division 1, Groups C and D

Class I, Zone 1 Group IIB
Class I, Zone 2, Group IIB
RS 485
digital out 1 (HF1)

sortie digital 1
fmax = 6 kHz
PROFIBUS PA
RS 485
digital out 0 (HF2)

sortie digital 0
fmax = 6 kHz
51
52
33
34
31
32
VB = 12..24V DC
power supply
alimentation
Tag

Name
Gepr.
VB = 12..24V DC
2 (-)
1(+)
Entity Parameters
Ci = 4nF, Li = 0.075mH
4 ...20 mA
Vmax=30V Ci=4nF
Vmax=30V
Imax=100mA
Ci=4nF
Li=0.075mH
Vmax=30V
Imax=100mA
Ci=4nF
Li=0.075mH
Bergener Ring 27
Mastab:
2010-09-28 Kochan
gepr.
Name
Ersetzt durch:
Ersatz fr:
Ursprung:
781.00.02 Rev. 2.0
Control drawing
FLOWSIC600 -x-x-C-x-x
Werkstoff
Verteildatum:
5 of 6
Page
(Gas groups C and D)
Norm-Typ/DIN

passive
NAMUR
NAMUR
passive
NAMUR
passive
FLOWSIC600 -x-x-C-1-x
2009-09-28 MKO
Tag
Voc=22,1V Vmax=30V
Isc=87mA Imax=100mA
Ca=500nF Ci=4nF
La=4mH
Li=0.075mH

passive
HART/
NAMUR
active

Class I, Zone 1 Group IIB
Class I, Zone 2, Group IIB
RS 485
digital output 3
sortie digital 3
digital output 2
sortie digital 2
digital out 1 (HF1)

sortie digital 1
fmax = 6 kHz
PROFIBUS PA
RS 485
digital out 0 (HF2)

sortie digital 0
fmax = 6 kHz
gez.
81
82
41
42
51
52
33
34
31
32
power supply
alimentation
Figure 54

FLOWSIC600-x-x-C-1-x

Appendix
1(+)
Entity Parameters
Ci = 4nF, Li = 0.075mH
digital output 3
sortie digital 3
41
42
81
82
Vmax=30V Ci=4nF
FLOWSIC600 -x-x-D-0-x
Ind. nderung

passive
NAMUR
NAMUR
passive
NAMUR
Class I, Division 1, Group D

Class I, Zone 1 Group IIA
Class I, Zone 2, Group IIA
RS 485
digital output 2
sortie digital 2
51
52
Vmax=30V
Imax=100mA
Ci=4nF
Li=0.075mH
Vmax=30V
Imax=100mA
Ci=4nF
Li=0.075mH
passive

passive
HART/
NAMUR
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PROFIBUS PA
33
34
31
32
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power supply
alimentation

Tag

Name
Gepr.
1(+)
Entity Parameters
Ci = 4nF, Li = 0.075mH
4 ...20 mA
Vmax=30V Ci=4nF
Vmax=30V
Imax=100mA
Ci=4nF
Li=0.075mH
Vmax=30V
Imax=100mA
Ci=4nF
Li=0.075mH
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2010-09-28 Kochan
gepr.
Name
Ersetzt durch:
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Ursprung:
781.00.02 Rev. 2.0
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Verteildatum:
6 of 6
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passive
NAMUR
NAMUR
passive
NAMUR
passive
FLOWSIC600 -x-x-D-1-x
2009-09-28 MKO
Tag
Voc=22,1V Vmax=30V
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La=7mH
Li=0.075mH

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HART/
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Class I, Division1, Group D

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Class I, Zone 2, Group IIA
RS 485
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81
82
41
42
51
52
33
34
31
32
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alimentation
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Appendix
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133
134
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Appendix
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135
Appendix
Examples: Main type plates on the signal processing unit (right: including conformity label)
Bergener Ring 27
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FLOWSIC600
00
01
Part No.
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Year
FLOWSIC600
00
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02
Approval
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Made in Germany
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25
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TV 01 ATEX 1766 X
IP66 / IP67
Working Pressure
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11
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Max. Mediumstemperatur
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Min. Durchfluss
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Verwendung
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Examination Certificate
TV 01 ATEX 1766 X
Device type
Part Number
Serial Number
Year
Min. Ambient Temperature
Max Ambient Temperature
Min. Gas Temperature
Max. Gas Temperature
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06
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09
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09
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136
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K-Factor
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Gas group Ex
Model Number
Type approval
use
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-
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Year
DN/NPS
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Seriennummer
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Min. Umgebungstemperatur
Max Umgebungstemperatur
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02
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09
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14
15
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2
3
4
5
6
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Messaufnehmer Identifikation
Description
Meter Body Identifikation
Datum
Date
Nominale Nennweite mm/inch
Nominal Pipe Size mm/inch
Gewicht
Weight
Einsatztemperaturbereich min/max
Temperature Range min/max
Max. Betriebsberdruck
Max. Operating Overpressure
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Appendix
137
8010125/2014-09/V4.0/ISubject to change without notice
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Abbreviations used in this manual

actual (under operating/flowing conditions)

Automatic Gain Control

American National Standards Institute

Operating Instructions FLOWSIC600

American Standard Code for Information

American Society of Mechanical Engineers

D-79183 Waldkirch Germany

American Wire Gage

Condition Based Maintenance

Canadian Standards Association

Deutsches Institut fr Normung

Nominal Diameter (internal)

Digital Signal Processor

Electro Magnetisc Ccompatibility

Euro Norm (European Standard)

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Electronic Volume Corrector

Potentially explosive atmosphere

International Electrotechnical Commission

EC system for certification in accordance with

Liquid Crystal Display

Light Emitting Diode

Manufacturer Data Record

Menu-assisted Parameterization and Diagnosis for FLOWSIC600

Normenarbeitsgemeinschaft fr Mess- und

normalized/corrected (under standard conditions)

Organisation Internationale de Metrologie

Physikalisch Technical Bundesanstalt

Remote Terminal Unit

Signal Noise Ratio

Signal Processing Unit

Verband der Elektrotechnik Elektronik Informationstechnik

FLOWSIC600 Operating Instructions 8010125 V 4.0 SICK AG

Hazard in potentially explosive atmospheres

Warning Levels / Signal Words

Important technical information for this product

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About this document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

General safety instructions and protective measures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Dangers due to heavy loads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Environmental information and instructions for disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Operating modes, meter states and signal output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Self-diagnosis with User Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Data handling in the FLOWSIC600 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FLOWSIC600 Operating Instructions 8010125 V 4.0 SICK AG

Connecting the FLOWSIC600 to a PC or laptop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Connecting to the FLOWSIC600 with MEPAFLOW600 CBM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Optional advanced setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Activation of path compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Optional data download . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

General troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Indication of meter states, system alarms and warnings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Generation of a Diagnosis session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Meter connection troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108