Flow-meter setup
Introduction
This user manual is an integral part of the dynoKRAFT ADAQ controller hardware.
The oval-gear Flow-meter is a product of RS Pro (de.rs-online.com).
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Installation and configuration
Installing Flow-Meter sensor
NOTE
The oval-gear Flow-Meter is equipped with hall-effect sensor thus can be connected to ADAQbase as any other Frequency / RPM input.
Overview of Flow-Meter to ADAQbase connections
Step-by-step instructions
1. Please connect the Flow-Meter to RPM-input in ADAQbase following pinout as shown in diagram above.
2. An 10k pull-up resistor must be installed between pins 1 and 4. For details please refer to PDF User Manual of the Flow-Meter attached at the bottom of this page.
2. Install adequate fitting and hoses to route the fluid through the Flow-Meter. Use adequate seal material.
CAUTION - FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
When using the Flow-Meter to measure fuel consumption please be aware that any leak in the fuel lines may result in fire, severe injury or death.
Software configuration
When the Flow-Meter is connected to ADAQbase controller please start the YourDyno software an follow these steps:
1. Open main software Options and navigate to RPM/Frequency channels
2. From the Function drop-down menu next to RPM-Input to which the Flow-Meter is connected select Flow meter
3. Modify the Channel name and enter Unit as required.
4. Select Configure to setup pulse count per volume of flow.
In our example approx. 1200 pulses per liter (L) and minute (min) - resulting in "Channel unit: L/min"
Refer to Flow Meter calibration protocol for exact pulse count.
Once the setup is complete the Options window should look like this:
IMPORTANT
Please note the upon changing configuration or name f any Input channel or changing the software units the ADAQ Software must be restarted.
Press OK and manually restart the ADAQ Software.
5. To show the Flow Meter channel in the main window of the ADAQ Software please press "V" key on keyboard and select the corresponding channel to display.
The same applies to Gauges window.
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