Badger Meter M-Series M2000 - Manual (Page 9)

Meter Orientation
Mag meters can operate accurately in any pipeline orientation and can measure volumetric flow in forward and reverse
directions
NOTE: N A "Forward Flow" direction arrow is printed on the detector label
Vertical Placement
Mag meters perform best when placed vertically, with liquid flowing upward and meter electrodes in a closed, full pipe
Figure 6: Vertical Placement
Vertical placement allows the pipe to remain completely full, even in low flow, low pressure applications, and it prevents
solids build-up, sediment deposit and accumulation on the liner and electrodes
NOTE: N Carefully observe the “Forward Flow” label on the meter body and install the meter accordingly When
installed vertically, rotate amplifier so that cable glands are facing down
Horizontal Placement
M2000 meters are equipped with an Empty Pipe Detection feature If an electrode mounted in the pipe is not covered by fluid
for five seconds, the meter will display an Empty Pipe Detection condition The meter will send out an error message and
stop measuring flow When the electrode is again covered with fluid, the error message disappears and the meter will begin
measuring
When installing the meter on a horizontal pipe, mount the detector to the pipe with the flow-measuring electrode axis in a
horizontal plane (three and nine o’clock) This placement helps prevent solids build-up, sediment deposit and accumulation
on the electrodes
Electrode
Plane
RIGHT
Electrode
Plane
WRONG
Figure 7: Horizontal Placement
Installation & Operation Manual
Page 9 August 2012