FLOW METER
Flow Meter
Instructional Manual
89-27 Access Road, Norwood, MA 02062 | T: 781.769. 2800 ats-hq@qats.com | www.qats.com
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Warranty Agreement
Limited Warranty
Advanced Thermal Solutions, Inc. (hereinafter “ATS”) warrants that: (1) the ATS Flow
Meter family of products will perform in accordance with the written materials for a
period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase; and (2) Software will be free from
defects and errors in materials and workmanship, and covered for a period of ninety
(90) days from the date of purchase if utilized under normal use and service. Any
implied warranties on the Software are limited to ninety (90) days.
Copyright
The ATS Flow Meter family and its operating software is a product of Advanced
Thermal Solutions, Inc.
Disclaimer
While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, Advanced Thermal Solutions, Inc.,
cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions in this Manual. Furthermore, it
reserves the right to revise this document and make changes without notice.
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Table of Contents
Contents
Section 1: ATS-FM-M Flow Meter
Features, Application, Electrical, Mechanical Drawing, Installation
General, Operational Guide
Section 2: ATS-FM-22 Flow Meter
Features, Application, Electrical, Mechanical Drawing, Installation
General, Operational Guide
Section 3: ATS-FM-34 Flow Meter
Features, Application, Electrical, Mechanical Drawing, Installation
General, Operational Guide
Section 4: ATS-FM-44 Flow Meter
Features, Application, Electrical, Mechanical Drawing, Installation
General, Operational Guide
Section 5: ATS-FM-66 Flow Meter
Features, Application, Electrical, Mechanical Drawing, Installation
General, Operational Guide
Section 6: ATS-FM-88 Flow Meter
Features, Application, Electrical, Mechanical Drawing, Installation
General, Operational Guide
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Section 1: ATS-FM-M Flow Meter
1. Features
Flow totaling up to 99,999 L
Flow rate display from 0.8-8.0 L/min.
Battery operated - two (2) AA batteries
Low battery power alert
Data retained even without battery power
2. Application
Water cooler
Water dispenser
Machinery cooling systems
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3. Electrical
Operating Voltage: 3 DC Volts
Operating Current: 1.0 mA (active), 0.015 mA (idle)
4. Mechanical Drawing
5. Installation
Installation Method: Horizontal installation ONLY
Flow Direction: One way
Flow Rate: 0.8-8.0 L/min
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6. General
Temperature: 0 to 40°C (32 to 101°F)
Pressure: Max. 6.0 bar (85 psi)
Weight: 140 g (5.38 oz)
Accuracy: +/- 10%
Connection: 1/4" NPT male
Materials
Sensor Body: Acetal Copolymer, TICONA M90
Turbine: Acetal Copolymer, TICONA M90
Turbine Shaft: #304 Stainless Steel
O-Ring: EPDM Rubber
Housing: ABS resin
7. Operation Guide
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7.1 Install Batteries
Slide off the cover of the battery compartment and insert two (2) AA batteries.
Then slide the cover back.
7.2 Connecting Fitting
ATS-FM-M connectors are 1/4" NPT male.
7.3 Operating
The ATS-FM-M will automatically turn on when there is water flowing through the
sensor. It will automatically turn off after 10 seconds when there is no water flowing.
7.4 Display and Mode Selection
Press the “DISPLAY” button to turn on the Flow Meter LCD screen.
Press the “DISPLAY” button again to display the accumulated flow
volume (flow totalization) or real-time flow rate.
7.5 Reset
Press and hold the “RESET” button for four (4) seconds,
to reset the total measured volume to zero (0).
7.6 Low Battery Power Alert
When battery power is lower than normal working level,
a buzzer will beep twice and the battery symbol on the screen
will blink to notify users to change the battery. Once the batteries
are replaced, the alert will be turned off. Data will be stored in
memory and restored when the user replaces the batteries.
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Section 2: ATS-FM-22 Flow Meter
1. Features
Flow totaling up to 99,999 L
Flow rate display from 1.0
to 15.0 L/min.
Battery operated two (2) AA batteries
Low battery power alert
Data retained even without battery power
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2. Application
Water cooler
Water dispenser
Machinery cooling systems
3. Electrical
Operating Voltage: 3 DC Volts
Operating Current: 1.0 mA (active), 0.015 mA (idle)
4. Mechanical Drawing
5. Installation
Installation Method: Horizontal installation ONLY
Flow Direction: One way
Flow Rate: 1.0 – 15.0 L/min
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6. General
Temperature: 0 to 80°C (32 to 170°F)
Pressure: Max. 6.0 bar (85 psi)
Weight: 140 g (5.38 oz)
Accuracy: +/- 10%
Connection: 3/8" BSP male
Materials
Sensor Body: Acetal Copolymer, TICONA M90
Turbine: Acetal Copolymer, TICONA M90
Turbine Shaft: #304 Stainless Steel
O-Ring: EPDM Rubber
Housing: ABS resin
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7. Operation Guide
7.1 Install Batteries
Slide off the cover of the battery compartment and insert two (2) AA batteries.
Then slide the cover back.
7.2 Connecting Fitting
ATS-FM-22 connectors are 3/8" BSP male.
7.3 Operating
The ATS-FM-22 will automatically turn on when there is water flowing through the
sensor. It will automatically turn off after 10 seconds when there is no water flowing.
7.4 Display and Mode Selection
Press the “DISPLAY” button to turn on the Flow Meter LCD screen.
Press the “DISPLAY” button again to display the accumulated flow
volume (flow totalization) or real-time flow rate.
7.5 Reset
Press and hold the “RESET” button for four (4) seconds, to reset
the total measured volume to zero (0).
7.6 Low Battery Power Alert
When battery power is lower than normal working level, a buzzer will
beep twice and the battery symbol on the screen will blink to notify users
to change the battery. Once the batteries are replaced, the alert will be turned
off. Data will be stored in memory and restored when the user replaces the batteries.
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Section 3: ATS-FM-34 Flow Meter
1. Features
Flow totaling up to 99,999 L
Flow rate display from
0.04 to 1.0 L/min.
Battery operated two (2) AA batteries
Low battery power alert
Data retained even without battery power
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2. Applications
Water cooler
Water dispenser
Machinery cooling systems
3. Electrical
Operating Voltage: 3 DC Volts
Operating Current: 1.0 mA (active), 0.015 mA (idle)
4. Mechanical Drawing
5. Installation
Installation Method: Horizontal installation ONLY
Flow Direction: One way
Flow Rate: 0.04 – 1.0 L/min
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6. General
Temperature: 0 to 80°C (32 to 170°F)
Pressure: Max. 6.0 bar (85 psi)
Weight: 140 g (5.38 oz)
Accuracy: +/- 10%
Connection: 1/4" NPT male
Materials
Sensor Body: Acetal Copolymer, TICONA M90
Turbine: Acetal Copolymer, TICONA M90
Turbine Shaft: #304 Stainless Steel
O-Ring: EPDM Rubber
Housing: ABS resin
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7. Operation Guide
7.1 Install Batteries
Slide off the cover of the battery compartment and insert two (2) AA batteries.
Then slide the cover back.
7.2 Connecting Fitting
ATS-FM-34 Flow Meter connectors are 1/4" NPT male.
7.3 Operating
The ATS-FM-34 will automatically turn on when there is water flowing through the sensor.
It will automatically turn off after 10 seconds when there is no water flowing.
7.4 Display and Mode Selection
Press the “DISPLAY” button to turn on the Flow Meter LCD screen.
Press the “DISPLAY” button again to display the accumulated flow
volume (flow totalization) or real-time flow rate.
7.5 Reset
Press and hold the “RESET” button for four (4) seconds, to reset
the total measured volume to zero (0).
7.6 Low Battery Power Alert
When battery power is lower than normal working level, a buzzer
will beep twice and the battery symbol on the screen will blink to
notify users to change the battery. Once the batteries are replaced,
the alert will be turned off. Data will be stored in memory and
restored when the user replaces the batteries.
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Section 4: ATS-FM-44 Flow Meter
1. Features
Flow totaling up to 99,999 L
Flow rate display from 1.5 to 25.0 L/min.
Battery operated - two (2) AA batteries
Low battery power alert
Data retained even without battery power
2. Application
Water cooler
Water dispenser
Machinery cooling systems
3. Electrical
Operating Voltage: 3 DC Volts
Operating Current: 1.0 mA
(active), 0.015 mA (idle)
4. Mechanical Drawing
5. Installation
Mounting Method: Vertical, Horizontal or any angle installation for flow sensor
Flowing Direction: One way
Flow Rate : 1.5 – 25.0 L/min
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6. General
Temperature: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F)
Pressure: Max. 6.0 bar (85 psi)
Weight: 140 g (5.38 oz)
Accuracy : +/- 5%
Connection: 1/2" BSP
Materials
Sensor Body: Glass Filled PPS
Turbine: PA composite Turbine holder Acetal Copolymer, TICONA M90
Turbine Shaft: Ceramic
O-Ring: EPDM Rubber
Control Unit Housing: ABS resin
7.0 Operation Guide
7.1 Install Batteries
Slide off the cover of the battery compartment and insert two (2) AA batteries.
Then slide the cover back.
7.2 Connecting Fitting
ATS-FM-44 connectors are 1/2" BSP.
7.3 Operating
The ATS-FM-44 will automatically turn on when there is water flowing through the sensor.
It will automatically turn off after 10 seconds when there is no water flowing.
7.4 Display and Mode Selection
Press the “DISPLAY” button to turn on the Flow Meter LCD screen. Press the
“DISPLAY” button again to display the accumulated flow volume (flow totalization)
or real-time flow rate.
7.5 Reset
Press and hold the “RESET” button for four (4) seconds, to reset the total measured
volume to zero (0).
7.6 Low Battery Power Alert
When battery power is lower than normal working level, a buzzer will beep twice and
the battery symbol on the screen will blink to notify users to change the battery. Once
the batteries are replaced, the alert will be turned off. Data will be stored in memory and
restored when the user replaces the batteries.
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Section 5: ATS-FM-66 Flow Meter
1. Features
Flow totaling up to 99,999 L
Flow rate display from 2.4 – 60.0 L/min
Battery operated - two (2) AA batteries
Low battery power alert
Data retained even without battery power
2. Application
Water cooler
Water dispenser
Cooling system for machinery
3. Electrical
Operating Voltage: 3 DC Volts
Operating Current: 1.0 mA (work), 0.015 mA (sleep)
4. Mechanical Drawing
Electrical Control Box
Flow Sensor
5. Installation
Installation Method: Vertical, Horizontal (any angles)
Flow Direction: One way
Flow Rate: 2.4 – 60 L/min
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6. General
Temperature: 0 to 80°C (32 to 170°F)
Pressure: Max. 6.0 bar (85 psi)
Weight: 140 g (5.38 oz)
Accuracy: +/- 10%
Connection: 3/4" BSP male
Materials
Sensor Body: PA6, Nylon
Turbine: Plastic, Magnet
Turbine Shaft: #304 stainless steel (ceramic option available)
Control Box Housing: ABS resin
7. Operation Guide
7.1 Install Batteries
Slide off the cover of the battery compartment and insert two (2) AA batteries.
Then slide the cover back.
7.2 Connecting Fitting
ATS-FM-66 connectors are 3/4" BSP male.
7.3 Operating
The ATS-FM-66 will automatically turn on when there is water flowing through the sensor.
It will automatically turn off after 10 seconds when there is no water flowing.
7.4 Display and Mode Selection
Press the “DISPLAY” button to turn on the Flow Meter LCD screen. Press the “DISPLAY”
button again to display the accumulated flow volume (flow totalization) or real-time flow rate.
7.5 Reset
Press and hold the “RESET” button for four (4) seconds, to reset the total measured
volume to zero (0).
7.6 Low Battery Power Alert
When battery power is lower than normal working level, a buzzer will beep twice
and the battery symbol on the screen will blink to notify users to change the battery.
Once the batteries are replaced, the alert will be turned off. Data will be stored in
memory and restored when the user replaces the batteries.
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Section 6: ATS-FM-88 Flow Meter
1. Features
Flow totaling up to 99,999 L
Flow rate display from 3.0 – 100.0 L/min
Battery operated - two (2) AA batteries
Low battery power alert
Data retained even without battery power
2. Application
Water cooler
Water dispenser
Machinery cooling systems
3. Electrical
Operating Voltage: 3 DC Volts
Operating Current: 1.0 mA (active), 0.015 mA (idle)
4. Mechanical Drawing
Electrical Control Box
Flow Sensor
5. Installation
Mounting Method: Vertical, Horizontal or any angle installation for flow sensor
Flowing Direction: One way
Flow Rate: 3.0-100.0 L/min
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6. General
Temperature: 0 to 80°C (32 to 170°F)
Pressure: Max. 8.0 bar (85 psi)
Weight: 140 g (5.38 oz)
Accuracy: +/- 10%
Connection: 1" BSP male
Materials
Sensor Body: PA6, Nylon
Turbine: Plastic, Magnet
Turbine Shaft: #304 stainless steel (ceramic option available)
Control Box Housing: ABS resin
7. Operation Guide
7.1 Install Batteries
Slide off the cover of the battery compartment and insert two (2) AA batteries.
Then slide the cover back.
7.2 Connecting Fitting
ATS-FM-88 connectors are 1" BSP male.
7.3 Operating
The ATS-FM-88 will automatically turn on when there is water flowing through the sensor.
It will automatically turn off after 10 seconds when there is no water flowing.
7.4 Display and Mode Selection
Press the “DISPLAY” button to turn on the Flow Meter LCD screen. Press the “DISPLAY”
button again to display the accumulated flow volume (flow totalization) or real-time flow rate.
7.5 Reset
Press and hold the “RESET” button for four (4) seconds, to reset the total measured
volume to zero (0).
7.6 Low Battery Power Alert
When battery power is lower than normal working level, a buzzer will beep twice
and the battery symbol on the screen will blink to notify users to change the battery.
Once the batteries are replaced, the alert will be turned off. Data will be stored in
memory and restored when the user replaces the batteries.
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ATS provides thermal design consulting services and training for
the electronics cooling industry.
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Advanced Thermal Solutions, Inc
89-27 Access Road,
Norwood, MA 02062
phone: 718.769.2800