B2800 FLOW MONITOR

- For Liquid Meters -

PROGRAMMING & INSTALLATION

MANUAL
Simplified Version

8635 Washington Avenue

Racine, Wisconsin 53406
Technical Toll-Free: 877.722.4631
Sales Toll-Free: 800.235.1638
Phone: 262.639.6770 Fax: 262.417.1155
www.blancett.com
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction .................................................................... 3
Specifications .................................................................. 4
Operating the Monitor .................................................. 5
Programming Mode ....................................................... 6
Programming...................................................... 6
K-factor ............................................................... 7
Password ............................................................. 8
Totalizer .............................................................. 9
Battery Replacement ................................................... 10
Additional Input Options ............................................ 10
Wiring Diagram ........................................................... 11
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 12
Programming Menu..................................................... 13
Additional Scaling Parameters ................................... 14
Installation Drawing .................................................... 17
Part Numbering Information...................................... 18
Statement of Warranty ................................................ 19

Notice: Blancett reserves the right to make any changes

or improvements to the product described in this manual
at any time without notice.

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INTRODUCTION
The B2800 Flow Monitor is a state-of-the-art, digital signal
processing flow monitor, designed to provide the user with
exceptional flexibility at a very affordable price. Though
designed for use with Blancett flow meters, this display can be
used with almost any flow meter producing a low amplitude AC
output or contact closure signal(s).

This flow monitor is capable of accepting a low-level frequency

input for calculating flow rate and total. These calculations can
then be displayed in the desired units of measurement. All B2800
Flow Monitors come pre-calibrated, from the factory, if ordered
with a Blancett flow meter. If required, however, it can easily be
re-configured in the field. The monitors large 8 digit by .75"
numeric liquid crystal display makes extended range viewing
practical. The second 8 digit by .38" alphanumeric display
provides for selectable units viewing in run mode and prompts for
variables in programming mode. Finally, the user can choose
between displaying rate, total, or alternating between both rate
and total.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply Options:
Battery Powered: 1 D size 1.5 Volt alkaline battery
Loop Powered: Optional 4-20 mA loop power
Alphanumeric Rate and Total Display:
8 digit, .75" high numeric display
8 character, .38" high alphanumeric display
Fixed or toggle modes of operation for flow rate and totalizer display
Accuracy:
0.1%
Temperature Drift = 50ppm/C (Max)
Mounting Classification:
Meter Mount: Type 4 Enclosure
Remote Mount: Type 4 Enclosure
Swivel Mount: Type 4 Enclosure
Environmental:
Operating Temperature: -22 F to +158 F (-30 C to +70 C)
Humidity: 0-90% Non-condensing
Inputs:
Magnetic Pick-up input:
Frequency range = 0 to 3500 Hz
Trigger sensitivity = 30 mV p-p
Over voltage protected = 30 VDC
Outputs:
Opto-isolated open collector transistor
Max. Voltage: 30 VDC
Pulse width: 20mS/Max rate 20Hz
Current (ON state): 0.9V drop @ 5.0 mA or 0.7V drop @ 0.1 mA
Optional 4-20 mA output
Certifications:
CSA: Class I, Div 1 Groups C, D; Class II, Div 1 Groups E, F, G
UL: Class I, II, III Div 1 Groups C, D
CE: IEC 61326-1

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OPERATING THE MONITOR
The monitor has two modes of operation referred to as the RUN
mode and the PROGRAM mode. Both the run mode and the
program mode display screen enunciators confirming the state of
the monitor. A quick glance at the lower left-hand corner of the
LCD screen will confirm operating status. Normal operation will
be in the RUN mode. To access the programming mode, press
the MENU button until the first programming screen is displayed.
After programming the display with the necessary information, a
lock out feature can be turned on to prevent unauthorized access
or changing the meters setup parameters.

BASIC PROGRAMMING MODE

Keys:
MENU Switches to Programming mode
UP Arrow Scrolls forward through the parameter choices
and increments numeric variables
RIGHT Arrow Scrolls backward through the parameter
choices and moves the active digit to the right
ENTER Used to save programming information, advance
to the next programming parameter, and in the reset process

Modes:
RUN Normal operating mode
PROGRAM Used to program variables into the display

If your monitor was ordered with a Blancett flow meter, the two
components ship from the factory, calibrated as a set. If the
monitor is a replacement, the turbines K-factor has changed, or
the monitor is being used with some other pulse generating
device, programming will be necessary.

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Programming Using Pulse Output Turbine
Flow Meters
Each turbine flow meter is shipped with either a K-factor value or
frequency data. If frequency data is provided, the data must be
converted to a K-factor before programming the monitor. K-
factor information, when supplied, can usually be found on the
neck of the flow meter or stamped on the body. The K-factor
represents the number of pulses per unit of volume. The K-factor
will be needed to program the monitor readout.

ENTER PROGRAMMING MODE Change to

programming mode by pressing the MENU button once. The
mode indicator will change from RUN to PROGRAM.

SELECT THE METER SIZE At the METER prompt,

press the UP or RIGHT arrow keys to select the bore size of
your meter. Press ENTER button once to save meter size
choice and advance to the K-factor units selection.

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Note: The meter connection size and the bore size are different.
For example, many of the 1" NPT turbines have bore sizes that
range from 3/8" up to 1". Be sure to use the correct bore size or
the meter will report incorrect flows and totals.

ENTER THE METERS K-FACTOR UNIT Directly

after the METER size is selected, the displays K-factor unit
must be chosen. Use the UP arrow key to select your K-factor
unit. For meters calibrated in gallons, use PUL/GAL (pulses
per gallon), for meters calibrated in cubic meters, use PUL/
M3 (pulses per cubic meter), etc. Press ENTER to save the K-
factor unit and advance to the next parameter.

Note: Unless otherwise specified, Blancett turbine flow meters

are supplied with K-factors measured in pulses per gallon
(PUL/GAL) which will automatically convert to your desired
units of measure.

Note: The K-factor supplied with the meter or calculated from

calibration data will be needed to complete next step.

ENTER THE METERS K-FACTOR To change the K-

FACTOR value, use the RIGHT arrow key and select the
position of the number that you wish to change. Using the UP
arrow key, increment the display digit until it matches the
meters K-factor digit. Repeat this process until all K-factor
digits have been entered. Press ENTER once to save the K-
factor and advance to the RATE/TOTAL units selection.

SELECT THE RATE/TOTAL UNITS OF MEASURE

The monitor allows the choice of five common rate/total
units. The monitor shows the rate/total unit that the display is
currently set for. If the current selection is correct, press the
ENTER key once to advance to the next parameter. To change
to an alternate unit, use the arrow keys to scroll to the desired
rate unit and press ENTER to save the choice.

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 SELECTION RATE TOTAL
GPM/GAL Gallons per Minute Gallons
LPM/LIT Liters per Minute Liters
M3PH/M3 Cubic Meters per Hour Cubic Meters
M3PD/M3 Cubic Meters per Day Cubic Meters
BPD/BBL Oil Barrels per Day Oil Barrels

Note: The total units output multiplier cannot be modified in

the Simplified program level. This option is reserved in the Ad-
vanced program level.

SELECT THE DISPLAY FUNCTION The monitor can

display RATE or TOTAL or alternate between BOTH rate
and total. If the current selection is correct, press the ENTER
key to advance to the next parameter. To change to an
alternate display mode, use the arrow keys to scroll to the
desired display mode and press ENTER to save the choice.

A TEST function is also available in the Display Function sub

-menu. With the test function selected, the display acts like a
frequency counter and displays the raw input frequency being
supplied to the frequency input terminals. This is very useful
when troubleshooting flow problems.

TOTALIZER PULSE OUTPUT The pulse output

parameter can be either enabled or disabled. When enabled
this output generates 20mS duration pulse for every time the
least significant digit of the totalizer increments. The
amplitude of the pulse is dependent on the voltage level of the
supply connected to the pulse output and is limited to a
maximum 30 VDC.

PASSWORD Password protection prevents unauthorized

users from changing programming information. Initially, the
password is set to all zeros. To change the password, simply
enter any 4 digit code using the arrow keys as previously

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 described to enter the password value. Pressing ENTER once
will store the password and take you back to the RST PSWD
screen.

Note: This password will allow the operator to manually reset

totals.

RST PSWD The reset password screen allows the operator

to enter any 4 digit code for the manual reset totals function.

Note: This reset password code will not allow the operator to
enter the programming mode.

RESET TOTAL To reset the monitor total display, in run

mode press the MENU and ENTER simultaneously until
TOTAL RST starts to flash. The TOTAL RST will stop
flashing and the display will return to the run mode at the
conclusion of the reset procedure.

STORE TOTAL The current total can be manually stored

in the monitors flash memory. This procedure may be
desirable prior to replacing the battery. Press and hold the
ENTER key for 2 seconds. The display will respond with a
flashing TOTALSVD and then return to the run mode.

AUTOMATIC STORE TOTAL The monitor is equipped

with a store total feature that works automatically, saving the
current total to flash memory. The frequency of saves depends
on the power supply option chosen.

Battery Powered: Once per hour and just before a low

battery condition turns the unit off.
Loop Powered: Once every ten minutes.

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BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Battery powered monitors use a single 1.5V, D size, alkaline
battery. When replacement is necessary, use a clean fresh battery
to ensure continued trouble-free operation. It is recommended that
the total be saved to memory before the battery is removed. (See
STORE TOTAL in the programming section of this manual).
Unscrew the two captive screws on the front panel to gain access
to the battery. Replace the battery being sure to observe the
proper polarity, and then re-fasten the front panel.

ADDITIONAL INPUT OPTIONS

The B2800 Flow Monitor is capable of receiving magnetic pick-
up input (small signal sine wave) or a contact closure input
(pulse). Since most Blancett turbine flow meters utilize a
magnetic pick-up, the B2800 Flow Monitor is shipped configured
for magnetic pick-up input. To change to a contact closure input,
remove JP2 from the top two pins and jumper them to the bottom
two pins. See Figure 2 on page 11.

WIRING DIAGRAM
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 LOOP POWERED
BATTERY POWERED

FIGURE 2 - CIRCUIT BOARD LAYOUT

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 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Trouble Remedy

No LCD Display Check battery voltage. Should be 1.5 Vdc. Replace if low or
bad.

Check connection from meter pick-up to display input

terminals.
No Rate or Total
Displayed Check turbine meter rotor for debris. Rotor should spin
freely.
Check programming of flow monitor.
This is usually an indication of external noise. Keep all AC
wires separate from DC wires.
Flow Rate Display Check for large motors close to the meter pick-up.
Interprets Reading Check for radio antenna in close proximity.
Constantly
Try disconnecting the pick-up from the monitor pig tail. This
should stop the noise. If not, then try re-orientating the meter
to a new location.

Flow Rate Indicator

This usually indicates a weak signal. Replace pick-up and/or
check all connections.
Bounces
Examine K-factor.

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FIGURE 3 - BASIC PROGRAMMING MENU

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ADDITIONAL SCALING PARAMETERS

Note: The programming instructions below are only available

when purchasing a loop powered unit. Battery powered units
will not see these programming choices.

B2800 Simplified 4-20 mA Programming Instructions

FLOW 4mA SETTING When the loop powered option is

ordered, the flow rate that corresponds to 4mA must be set.
Zero is default flow rate for this setting. If the current
selection is correct, press the ENTER key once to advance to
the next parameter. If adjustment is required, use the RIGHT
arrow key to select the position of the number you wish to
change. Then use the UP arrow key to increment the number.
Once you have completed this step, press the ENTER key to
advance to the next parameter.

FLOW 20mA SETTING The flow rate that corresponds to

20mA must be set next. The turbine meters maximum flow
rate is the default value. If the current selection is correct,
press the ENTER key once to advance to the next parameter.
If adjustment is required, use the RIGHT arrow key to select
the position of the number you wish to change. Then use the
UP arrow key to increment the number. Once you have
completed this step, press the ENTER key to advance to the
next parameter.

4-20mA CALIBRATION When ordered with a 4-20mA

option, this menu item allows the fine adjustment of the 4-
20mA output. The 4mA setting is typically between 35 and
50. To set the 4mA value, connect an ammeter in series with
the loop power supply. At the 4mA OUT prompt, adjust the
4mA value to obtain a 4mA reading on the ammeter. The UP
arrow key increments the value and the RIGHT arrow key
decrements the value. When a steady 4mA reading is obtained
on the ammeter, press the ENTER key to lock in this value
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 and move to the 20mA adjustment. The 20mA adjustment is
performed using the same procedure as the 4mA adjustment.

4-20mA TEST The monitor contains a diagnostic routine

that allows the simulation of mA values between 4 and 20 to
check output tracking. At the 4-20TEST prompt the arrow
keys change the simulated mA output in increments of 1mA.
The ammeter should track the simulated mA output. If a 4-
20mA test in not necessary, pressing the ENTER key once
will escape the testing at any time.

Note: If your B2800 Flow Monitor was ordered with a

Blancett turbine flow meter, the 4-20mA was programmed
and factory calibrated.

FIGURE 4 - TYPICAL AMMETER CONNECTION

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 FIGURE 5 - 4-20 mA PROGRAMMING MENU

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PART NUMBERING INFORMATION

B 2 8 X X X X X
Program Level Units of Measure
A = Advanced AB = Gallons
S = Simplified Mounting Style ED = Barrels
HB = Liters
M = Meter Mount
ID = Cubic Meters
R = Remote Mount
Power Option CS = Customer
S = Swivel Mount
Selectable*
B = Battery H = Hand-Held
L = Loop P = Panel Mount
X = Explosion-Proof

*Note: Advanced B2800 monitors only.

The default is gallons per minute.

COMPONENT PART NUMBER

Keypad B260713
Battery B280601
Battery Tie Wrap B228036
Pick-up Cable B222-121
Desiccant Bag B260630
PVC Union B220016
PVC Reducer Bushing B220056
Rubber Washer B228207
Steel Lock Washer B220018
PCB Shield (battery units) B280603
Desiccant Shield B280680
Cord Grip B220103

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STATEMENT OF WARRANTY
Blancett Flow Meters, Division of Racine Federated Inc.
warrants to the end purchaser, for a period of one year from the
date of shipment from the factory, that all flow meters
manufactured by it are free from defects in materials and
workmanship. This Warranty does not cover products that have
been damaged due to defects caused by misapplication, abuse,
lack of maintenance, modified or improper installation.
Blancetts obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair
or replacement of a defective product, at no charge to the end
purchase, if the product is inspected by Blancett and found to be
defective. Repair or replacement is at Blancetts discretion. A
return goods authorization (RGA) number must be obtained
from Blancett before any product may be returned for warranty
repair or replacement. The product must be thoroughly cleaned
and any process chemicals removed before it will be accepted
for return.

The purchaser must determine the applicability of the product

for its desired use and assumes all risks in connection therewith.
Blancett assumes no responsibility or liability for any omissions
or errors in connection with the use of its products. Blancett
will under no circumstances be liable for any incidental,
consequential, contingent or special damages or loss to any
person or property arising out of the failure of any product,
component or accessory.

All expressed or implied warranties, including the implied

warranty of merchantability and the implied warranty of
fitness for a particular purpose or application are expressly
disclaimed and shall not apply to any products sold or services
rendered by Blancett.

The above warranty supersedes and is in lieu of all other

warranties, either expressed or implied and all other obligations
or liabilities. No agent or representative has any authority to
alter the terms of this warranty in any way.

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 Washington Avenue Racine, Wisconsin 53406
Technical Toll-Free: 877.722.4631
Sales Toll-Free: 800.235.1638
Phone: 262.639.6670 Fax: 262.417.1155
www.blancett.com

Blancett is a registered trademark of Racine Federated Inc.

UL is a registered trademark of Underwriters Laboratories. Form: B2800 Simplified Manual
2008 Racine Federated Inc. Revision 07/08
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