Flow Monitor Summary of Product parts

Power and output connector

pin numbers DC(+) Brown 5
[F 0] Select connected sensor (Unit selection function)
•Selection of connected sensor
OUT1 Black 4
OUT2 White 3 The sensor to be connected must be selected before using the product.
Front
Operation Manual LCD Display
Analogue output / External input
DC(-)
Grey
Blue
2
1
If the connected sensor is changed, the accumulated flow value (set value),
peak/bottom display value and the zero clear adjustment value will all return to the
default setting.
Indicator LED (OUT1) Indicator LED (OUT2)
PFM3 button (UP) Flow Setting <Operation>
Press the or button in function selection mode to display [F 0].
button (SET) button (DOWN)
Thank you for purchasing an SMC PFM3 Series Flow Monitor. Measurement mode Power is supplied Press the button.
Please read this manual carefully before operating the product and make sure you Item Description The mode in which the flow is The unit specification is displayed
understand its capabilities and limitations. Displays the flow value, setting mode, and error indication. detected and displayed, and the Press the or button to select the flow range of the connected sensor.
approx. 1 second
Please keep this manual handy for future reference. LCD Display Four display modes can be selected: display always in red or green, or display switch function is operating. approx. 3 seconds
changing from green to red, or red to green, according to the output status (OUT1). This is the basic operating mode; (The output is OFF The product identification is displayed
Indicates the output status of OUT1. LED is ON (Green) when OUT1 is ON. other modes should be selected for for this period)
To obtain more detailed information about operating this product, Indicator LED (OUT1)
When the accumulated pulse output mode is selected, the indicator LED will turn OFF. set-point and other Function Setting
approx. 1 second

please refer to the SMC website (URL http://www.smcworld.com) or Indicates the output status of OUT2. LED is ON (Red) when OUT2 is ON. changes.
The flow range is displayed
10 L/min 25 L/min 50 L/min 100 L/min
Indicator LED (OUT2) approx. 1 second
contact SMC directly. When the accumulated pulse output mode is selected, the indicator LED will turn OFF. ∗: The display will indicate [LLL] if a sensor is not (PFM510) (PFM525) (PFM550) (PFM511)

Selects the mode or increases the ON/OFF set value. connected. Measurement mode
button (UP)
Press this button to change to the peak display mode. Select the connected sensor in Function Selection mode.
Safety Instructions button (SET) Press this button to change to another mode and to set a value.
Selects the mode or decreases the ON/OFF set value. Switch operation Set value
Press the button to set. Move on to unit selection function
(for models with unit selection
button (DOWN) P_1 Hysteresis
These safety instructions are intended to prevent hazardous situations and/or Press this button to change to the bottom display mode. function).
When the flow exceeds the set value, the switch H_1

Flow [L/min]
equipment damage. will turn ON.
Back
These instructions indicate the level of potential hazard with the labels of When the flow falls below the set value by the Select connected sensor completed. Return to Function selection mode.
"Caution", "Warning" or "Danger". They are all important notes for safety and must Power and output amount of hysteresis or more, the switch will
be followed in addition to International standards (ISO/IEC) and other safety lead wire and turn OFF.
Item Description If this condition, shown to the right, is
regulations. connector
Switch ON Zero clear of Display
Power and output lead Cable to supply power and acceptable, then keep these settings. Switch OFF The display is reset to zero when the and buttons are pressed simultaneously for
wire and connector transmit output signals. 1 second.
Time [s]
CAUTION indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if Connector for sensor <Operation> ∗: The Product outputs will continue operating during setting. For the initial operation, always perform zero clear with no flow applied.
Caution: not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Sensor connector
lead wire. 1. Press the button in measurement mode to display the set values.
[P_1] or [n_1] and the set value are displayed in turn.
Connector for sensor
lead wire ∗: [LLL] is displayed during measurement mode when the sensor is not connected.
WARNING indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk
Warning: which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. FLOW /min
Normal output Displayed in turn
DANGER indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if Mounting and Installation Other Settings
Danger: not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Reversed output
Peak/Bottom value display
Installation Zero Clear
Operator Panel mounting 2. Press the or button to change the set value. Key lock function
This operation manual is intended for those who have knowledge of machinery •Fix the panel mount adapter to the product with the mounting screws (nominal size: The button is to increase and the button is to decrease the set value. To set each of these functions, refer to the SMC website (URL http://www.smcworld.com)
3 x 8 L, 2 pcs.) supplied. •Press the button once to increase by one digit, or press it continuously to keep for more detailed information, or contact SMC.
using pneumatic equipment, and have sufficient knowledge of assembly, •The monitor can be mounted on a panel with a thickness of 0.5 to 6.0 mm. increasing the set value.
operation and maintenace of such equipment. Only those persons are allowed •Press the button once to decrease by one digit, or press it continuously to keep
to perform assembly, operation and maintenance. Bracket mounting
•Mount the bracket using the mounting screws (M3 x 5 L) supplied. decreasing the set value. Maintenance
Read and understand this operation manual carefully before assembling, •The required tightening torque is 0.5 to 0.7 Nm.
operating or providing maintenance to the product. •Install the product (with bracket) using the M4 screws (2 pcs.).
FLOW /min FLOW /min FLOW /min
How to reset the product after a power cut or forcible de-energizing
•Bracket thickness is approximately 1.6 mm. The setting of the product will be retained as it was before a power cut or de-energizing.
The output condition is also basically recovered to that before a power cut or de-energizing,
Refer to the product catalogue or SMC website (URL http://www.smcworld.com) for more but may change depending on the operating environment.
information about panel cut-out and mounting hole dimensions. Therefore, check the safety of the whole installation before operating the product.

Safety Instructions 3. Press the button to complete the setting of OUT1.

Front protective [P_2] or [n_2] will be displayed. Set as above. Troubleshooting
Warning cover (option)

Error indication
Do not disassemble, modify (including changing the printed circuit board) or repair.
An injury or failure can result. Function Setting Error name Error display Error type Troubleshooting method
The flow has exceeded the upper limit of the
Do not operate the product outside of the specifications. Measurement mode Reduce the flow.
Do not use for flammable or harmful fluids. Mounting screws
Bracket
Function selection mode Press the button
display flow range.
Fire, malfunction, or damage to the product can result. Mounting screw (M3 x 5 L) In measurement mode, press the button There is a flow of 5% or more in the wrong Ensure the flow is in the
for 2 seconds or longer
Verify the specifications before use. Flow error
Panel mount adapter (can be rotated 90 degrees for mounting). for 2 seconds or longer, to display [F 0]. Function selection mode direction. correct direction.
Do not operate in an atmosphere containing flammable, explosive or corrosive gas. The [F ] indicates the mode for changing A sensor may be disconnected or incorrectly Check the connection and
each Function Setting.
Fire or an explosion can result.
This product is not designed to be explosion proof.
Wiring Press the button for 2 seconds or longer
wired. wiring of the sensor.

Wiring of connector in function selection mode to return to The switch output load current (OUT1) has
Turn off the power supply
Do not use the product in a place where static electricity is a problem.
•Connections should only be made with the power supply turned off. measurement mode. Overcurrent
exceeded 80 mA.
and remove the cause of
Otherwise it can cause failure or malfunction of the system.
•Use separate routes for the product wiring and any power or high voltage wiring. Function Setting error the over current. Then
The switch output load current (OUT2) has
If using the product in an interlocking circuit: Otherwise, malfunction may result due to noise. exceeded 80 mA.
supply the power again.
•Ensure that the FG terminal is connected to ground when using a commercially
•Provide a double interlocking system, for example a mechanical system.
•Check the product regularly for proper operation. available switch-mode power supply. When a switch-mode power supply is connected
Default setting The product has lost the factory adjustment Stop operation immediately
Otherwise malfunction can result, causing an accident. to the product, switching noise will be superimposed and the product specification can The default settings are provided as follows. If these settings are acceptable, retain for use. settings. The internal circuit may be damaged. and contact SMC.
System
no longer be met. This can be prevented by inserting a noise filter, such as a line noise error System error. Turn the power off and turn
The following instructions must be followed during maintenance : Item Default setting
filter and ferrite core, between the switch-mode power supply and the product, or by The product has failed to store the data, or the it on again, then repeat the
•Turn off the power supply Selection of connected sensor [ 10] 10 L/min (PFM510)
•Stop the air supply, exhaust the residual pressure and verify that the air is released before performing
using a series power supply instead of a switch-mode power supply. [F 0]
internal circuit may be damaged. Function Setting.
maintenance work [Un i] Unit selection function [ L] L/min
Attaching the connector to the sensor wire The zero clear function has been performed while Perform the zero clear
Otherwise an injury can result. [oU1] Output mode (OUT1) [HYS] Hysteresis mode Zero clear
Cover more than 20 mm the fluid is flowing. "Er4" will be displayed for 1 function again under no flow
•Strip the sensor wire as shown. error
[1ot ] Reversed output (OUT1) [1_P] Normal output second. conditions.
•Do not cut the insulator.
Caution •Insert the corresponding wire colour shown in the table into the [F 1] [P_1] Input of set value (OUT1) Medium value of rated flow range
Do not touch the terminals and connectors while the power is on. pin number printed on the sensor connector, to the bottom. Insulator [H_1] Setting of hysteresis (OUT1) [ 3] 3% of rated flow range Reset the accumulated flow.
Otherwise electric shock, malfunction or damage to the product can result. Accumulated (pressing and
Pin no. Wire colour A [CoL] Display colour [SoG] ON: Green OFF: Red Accumulated flow range has been exceeded.
flow error Accumulated buttons simultaneously for 1
After maintenance is complete, perform appropriate functional inspections and leak tests. 1 Brown (DC+) [oU2] Output mode (OUT2) [HYS] Hysteresis mode flow displayed second or more)
Stop operation if the equipment does not function properly or there is a leakage of fluid. 2 NC (flashing)
[2ot ] Reversed output (OUT2) [2_P] Normal output
3 Blue (DC−) [F 2]
[P_2] Input of set value (OUT2) Medium value of rated flow range ∗ : If the error cannot be reset after the above measures are taken, then please contact SMC.
NOTE 4 Black (IN (1 to 5 V))
[H_2] Setting of hysteresis (OUT2) [ 3] 3% of rated flow range
Refer to the SMC website (URL http://www.smcworld.com) for more information about
The direct current power supply used should be UL approved as follows. •Check that the above preparation has been performed [F 3] [FLU] Operating fluid [A ir ] dry air, N2
troubleshooting.
Circuit (class 2) of maximum 30 Vrms (42.4 V peak) or less, with UL 1310 correctly, then part A shown should be pressed in by hand to make temporary connection. [F 4] [r EF] Reference condition [Anr.] Standard condition
class 2 power supply unit or UL 1585 class 2 transformer. •Part A should then be pressed in using a suitable tool, such as pliers. [F 5] [eES] Response time [1.00] 1 second
The product is a approved product only if it has a mark on the body. •The sensor connector cannot be re-used once it has been fully crimped.
In cases of connection failure such as incorrect order of wires or incomplete insertion,
[F 6] [dSP] Display mode [ inS] Instantaneous flow Specifications / Outline with Dimensions
[F 7] [ inP] External input [ r_r ] Accumulated flow external reset
please use a new connector.
[F 8] [dr E] Display resolution [1E2] 100-split Refer to the product catalogue or SMC website (URL http://www.smcworld.com) for more
•If the sensor is not connected correctly “LLL” or “HHH” will be displayed.
[F 9] [PrS] Auto-preset [oFF] Manual information about the product specifications and outline dimensions.
Connecting / Disconnecting [F10] [EEP] Accumulated value hold [oFF] OFF
•When mounting the connector, insert it
[F11] [AFL] Analogue output filter [ on] With filter
straight into the socket, holding the
lever and connector body, and push the [F12] [Eco] Power saving mode [oFF] Unused
Lever
connector until the lever hooks into the [F13] [P in] Security code [oFF] Unused
Power and output
housing, and locks. lead wire [F98] [ALL] Setting of all functions [oFF] Unused
•When removing the connector, press URL http://www.smcworld.com
and connector [F99] [ in i ] Reset to the default settings [oFF] Unused
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straight out. Connector for sensor Note: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice and any obligation on the part of the manufacturer.
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