Badger Meter M-Series M2000 - Manual (Page 6)

UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
Follow these guidelines when unpacking the M-Series equipment
• If a shipping container shows any sign of damage, have the shipper present when you unpack the meter
• Follow all unpacking, lifting and moving instructions associated with the shipping container
• Open the container and remove all packing materials Store the shipping container and packing
materials in the event the unit needs to be shipped for service
• Verify that the shipment matches the packing list and your order form
• Inspect the meter for any signs of shipping damage, scratches, or loose or broken parts
NOTE: N If the unit was damaged in transit, it is your responsibility to request an inspection report from the carrier within 48
hours You must then file a claim with the carrier and contact Badger Meter for appropriate repairs or replacement
• All detectors with polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) liners are shipped with a liner protector on each end to maintain
proper form of the PTFE material during shipping and storage
NOTE: N Do not remove the liner protectors until you are ready to install
• Storage: If the meter is to be stored, place it in its original container in a dry, sheltered location Storage temperature
ranges are: –40…160° F (–40…70° C)
Rigging, Lifting and Moving Large Units
When rigging, lifting or moving large units, follow these guidelines:
• DO NOT lift or move a meter by its amplifier, junction box or cables
• Use a crane rigged with soft straps to lift and move meters with flow tubes that are between two inches and eight
inches (50 mm and 200 mm) Place the straps around the detector body, between the flanges, on each side of the
detector
• Use the lifting lugs when lifting meter flow tubes that are 10 inches (250 mm) in diameter or larger
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Place straps between flanges Use lifting lugs with 10-inch or larger meters
Figure 2: Rigging Large Units
M-Series® M2000 Electromagnetic Flow Meter
Page 6 August 2012