ADS Environmental Services PrimeProbe2 - Manual

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The ADS PrimeProbe®2 is a bi-directional insertion flowmeter for use in managing water distribution
systems. It has no moving parts making it reliable and ideal for use over a wide range of flows.
PrimeProbe2 is suitable for use in pipe sizes from 4” to 48” (larger sizes available upon request).
Q U I C K R E F E R E N C E G U I D E
Installation of the ADS PrimeProbe2
Install the PrimeProbe2
With a valve installed on the pipe you are ready to insert
the PrimeProbe2. Decide if you want to install on the
center-line of the pipe (1/2-pipe) or at the mean velocity
point (1/8 or 7/8-pipe). Center-line installation allows for
a greater margin of error if not installed exactly on the
center-line. 1/8 pipe is used if the probe length cannot
reach the center-line. For best accuracy measure the pipe
internal bore.
Beware when performing 7/8 insertion on larger pipes as
excessive velocity can cause damage.
Procedure
1) For required insertion depth determine the distance
between top edge of reference ring and bottom edge of
converter box (called Z-value). Secure the reference ring at
this value.
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2) Before continuing, ensure that the anti-bounce
chain is attached and secure
3) Tighten the two side-screws
4) With probe fully retracted, screw the 1-inch sensor
sleeve into the pipe
5) Slowly open the ball valve. Ensure that the valve is
100% open.
6) Loosen the two side-screws
7) Slowly push probe through the open valve until the reference ring touches the locking collar
8) Verify that the push handles are exactly in alignment with the pipe’s axis (±2 degrees)
9) Tighten the two side-screws
10) Carefully bleed the pressure tapping to allow any trapped air to escape
11) When installation is complete, turn switch “ON” as defined in PrimeProbe2 Quick Reference
Guide (Precautions and Switch-on)
D = Internal diameter of pipe S = Pipe thickness
L = (see table below)
Push Handle
(Optional)
Reference Ring
Sensor
Side Screw
Jacket 1”
Valve 1”
Xmax=140mm
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D
S
L
Pipe Line
Pic. 2
Fix Side Screws
Allen Key: 5mm
1/8D
1/2D
7/8D
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Z
The ADS PrimeProbe2 Operating
Manual can be Downloaded Online at
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PrimeProbe 2
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The ADS PrimeProbe2
bi-directional insertion
flowmeter