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Installation & Operation Manual
Safety Precautions and Instructions
Some procedures in this manual require special safety considerations. In such cases, the text is emphasized with the following
symbols:
Symbol
Explanation
Warning indicates the potential for severe personal injury, death or substantial
property damage. Comply with the instructions and proceed with care.
Caution indicates the potential for minor personal injury or property damage.
Comply with the instructions and proceed with care.
System Description
The Badger Meter M-Series® model M-2000 electromagnetic flow meter is intended for fluid metering in most industries
including water, wastewater, food and beverage, pharmaceutical and chemical.
The basic components of an electromagnetic flow meter are:
• The
detector
, which includes the flow tube, isolating liner and measuring electrodes.
• The
amplifier
, which is the electronic device responsible for the signal processing, flow calculation,
display and output signals.
Amplifier
Detector
®
The construction materials of the wetted parts (liner and electrodes) should be appropriate for the specifications on the
intended type of service. We recommend that you review all of the compatibilities consistent with the specifications.
Each meter is factory tested and calibrated. A calibration certificate is included with each meter.