Badger Meter M-Series M5000 - Manual (Page 5)

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS
Some procedures in this manual require special safety considerations . In such cases, the text is emphasized with the
following symbols:
Symbol Explanation
Warning indicates the potential for severe personal injury, death or substantial property damage .
Comply with the instructions and proceed with care .
Caution indicates the potential for minor personal injury or property damage . Comply with the
instructions and proceed with care .
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The Badger Meter M-Series® model M5000 electromagnetic flow meter is intended for fluid metering in most industries
including water, wastewater, food and beverage, pharmaceutical and chemical .
The basic components of an electromagnetic flow meter are:
•
The detector, which includes the flow tube, isolating liner and measuring electrodes .
• The amplifier, which is the electronic device responsible for the signal processing, flow calculation, display and
output signals .
Amplifier
Detector
®
Figure 1: Amplifier and Detector
The construction materials of the wetted parts (liner and electrodes) should be appropriate for the specifications on the
intended type of service . We recommend that you review all of the compatibilities consistent with the specifications .
Each meter is factory tested and calibrated . A calibration certificate is included with each meter .
Safety precautions and instructions
MAG-UM-00219-EN-03 Page 5 August 2014