Cla-Val X144 Technical Manual - Manual (Page 4)

INTRODUCTION:
X144 e-FlowMeter Installation, Maintenance and Operation
The X144 is an insertion flow meter designed to provide flow information from inside a Cla-Val Control
valve.This innovative device measures flow information using standard Cla-Val control valve bodies at locations
where typical flow meters cannot provide accurate measurements. As opposed to industry standard insertion
flow meters, the X144 e-FlowMeter can be installed directly into the inlet side of a Cla-Val Control Valve,
eliminating the need for costly downtime and pipe work. The X144 can also be inserted in valves at piping
locations not usually permitted for flow measurement, such as directly downstream of a flow disturbance such
as elbows, valves or reducer within just a few pipe diameters (see installation recommendations for conditions.)
This manual will help you install, operate, and maintain the X144 e-FlowMeter.
Important Safety Information
The following safety notices are used in this manual:
• CAUTION: indicates that minor personal injury, product or property damage may occur if
the notice is ignored.
• NOTE: indicates special instructions that are important but are not related to hazards.
Please see examples shown below:
1
NOTE:
The X144 e-FlowMeter may be
installed in inlet tap of either side of the
Cla-Val Automatic Control Valve.
CAUTION:
Failure to install the unit
correctly could result in faulty operation
and/or damage to the unit.
CAUTION:
Valve in which X144 e-FlowMeters
are installed MUST have upstream
and downstream Isolation Valves to
ensure that the line is locked out and
not under pressure during
installation, maintenance or removal
of the X144 e-FlowMeter.
CAUTION:
In all cases, installation should be done by
qualified mechanical or electrical
personnel.
CAUTION: BEFORE
removing pipe plug,
make sure that the pressure in the valve
has been bled off to prevent injury to
personnel or damage to non-waterproof
equipment.
CAUTION 1:
Failure to use the
provided Insertion Tool WILL result
in damage to the e-FlowMeter
CAUTION 2:
To avoid injury, isolate
the valve and bleed pressure prior
to removing the e-FlowMeter
for assistance, call
800.942.6326