Omega Engineering FLR1000 Introduction, Unpacking, Product Overview and Principle of Operation

A.Introduction

1.Unpacking

All units are suitably packaged to prevent damage during shipping. If external damage is noted upon receipt of the package, please contact Omega Engineering immediately.

Open the package from the top, taking care not to cut too deeply into the package. Remove all the documentation and contents. Take care to remove all the items and check them against the packing slip. The products should also be checked for any concealed shipping damage. If any shortages or damage is noted, please contact the shipping company and/or Omega Engineering to resolve the problem.

Typical Contents of Box:

Sensor, Calibration Certificate & Instruction Manual (Model FLR 1000 shown, other models similar).

FLR 3100/3100BR/3100ST

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Caution: Take care not to drop your sensor or subject it to sudden impact. Read the installation section of this manual before providing power or tubing connections to the unit. Any damage caused by improper installation or careless handling will not be repaired under warranty (see limited warranty on page 28 for more details).

2.Product Overview and Principle of Operation

The FLR 1000 series of flow meters and sensors for gases from Omega Engineering are capable of measuring volumetric flows as low as 20-100 ml/min or as high as 100-500 l/min. Highly repeatable results are achieved using a patented Pelton Turbine Wheel flow sensor design. This

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