Daniel Measurement and Control

Engineering Test Procedure

T-00101
Revision D

Compact Prover Waterdraw

Test Procedure

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Purpose ................................................................................................................ 3
2. General ................................................................................................................. 3
3. Procedure ............................................................................................................. 4
4. Appendix A ......................................................................................................... 11
5. Appendix B ......................................................................................................... 12
6. Appendix C ......................................................................................................... 13
7. Revision Record ................................................................................................. 14

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1.0 Purpose
1.1. This procedure covers mandatory and recommended requirements for
waterdraw calibration testing and seal integrity of Compact Provers
manufactured by Daniel Measurement & Control, Inc.

2.0 General

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

NOTE: Before beginning test, check that all measurement and test equipment (M&TE) being
used in this test is in calibration and that calibration labels, if used, are not out of date. If any
M&TE or calibration labels are out of date, do not continue with test until the out of calibration
condition has been corrected.

2.1. Waterdraw test stand assembly as shown in the attached illustrated drawing
(reference appendix A).

2.2. Certified Test Measure: High sensitivity volumetric measure traceable to the
U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology or other certifying agency,
as applicable.

2.3. Source of water, approximately 15 gpm (57 lpm) at 30-50 PSI (207-345 kPa)
(non-fluctuating.)

2.4. One contact probe type digital thermometer.

2.5. Three glass stem thermometers 0.20-degree divisions and an approximate

range of 50 to 100 deg. F. or 0.10 degree divisions and an approximate range of
10 to 50 deg. C., traceable to the U.S. National Institute of Standards and
Technology or other certifying agency if applicable. One thermometer must have
temperature thief to measure can temperature from drain.

2.6. One pressure gauge approximately 0 to 60 PSI (0 to 400 kPa), traceable to the
U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology or other certifying agency if
applicable. (minimum 0.1 psig or 1 kPa divisions)

2.7. Blind flanges, flanges, and plumbing connections as necessary.

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2.8. AC power for motors, etc. and DC power for Prover interface board.
Test fluid: Water

2.9. One certified dial indicator.

2.10.One stopwatch.

NOTE – The double block and bleed valve setup used on the
waterdraw stand (valves V1 to V4) will be referred to and identified as
a single valve. The bleed valve is only opened to verify the integrity of
the other two valves and not during normal testing. The two valves,
excluding the bleed valve, will either both be open or both be closed.

3.0 Procedure

3.1. PRELIMINARY PREPARATIONS

3.1.1. The Prover should be located in the Compact Prover assembly area. The
Prover should be leveled and the ambient temperature should be
maintained as stable as possible.

3.1.2. Connect AC power cord to proper voltage terminals at test panel. Connect
correct DC voltage to interface board (plug J2, negative at pin 2, positive at
pin 4.) Connect waterdraw relay DC cable to interface board (plug J3).

3.1.3. Insert two glass stem thermometers in the inlet and outlet thermowells on
the waterdraw test stand. Turn on the digital voltmeter and temperature
probe and place near the optical assembly on the Prover. Fill plenum tank
with air to line pressure: approximately 80 PSI (550 kPa). Remove optic
assembly cover.

3.1.4. Install correct blind flanges and large valves at inlet and outlet of Prover.
Install appropriate hose fittings (½” NPT or ¾” NPT) into drain valves of
Prover. Install appropriate male industrial quick connect fittings (½” NPT or
¾” NPT) into vent valves of Prover. Use thread sealant on these
connections to prevent leaks. Connect one high-pressure hydraulic hose to
hose fitting in drain valve at upstream end of flow tube, and the other high
pressure hydraulic hose to hose fitting in drain valve at downstream end of

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flow tube. Connect drain hoses to quick connect fittings in vent valves.
Check Prover for any other open flanges, valves, or vents.

3.1.5. Place appropriately sized test measure onto waterdraw test stand with test
measure drain over tank opening, adjust to level, and center bypass valve
(V9) and solenoid (V8) outlets into neck of test measure. Chock wheels of
both sections of waterdraw test stand, as movement may pull test measure
from level position. Be sure the drain valve (V10) on bottom of test measure
is open.

3.1.6. Connect reservoir supply hose to supply inlet of waterdraw test stand.
Open all flow direction control and flow rate control valves on test stand (V1-
V7). Close bypass valve (V9). Open vent and drain valves of Prover. Be
sure all other openings on Prover are closed. Turn on supply pump and
allow Prover to fill. When Prover fills (water flows at vent hoses) close vent
valves and inspect all connections for leaks.

Note: Larger Provers can be filled much faster by closing all valves except both
flow tube vent valves and connecting reservoir supply hose to large valve at
Prover inlet.

3.1.7. After Prover is filled, orient flow direction control valves (V1-V4) to push
piston in the downstream direction, and open all three flow rate control
valves (V5-V7). Open flow tube vent valves. Open bypass valve (V9) and
allow displacer to travel fully downstream then reverse flow direction to allow
displacer to travel fully upstream. Repeat this cycle once more (fully
downstream then fully upstream) to ensure all air has escaped through flow
tube vent valves. Close bypass valve (V9). Close flow tube vent valves. Set
flow direction control valves back to the downstream direction (V1-V4). At
this point, perform seal integrity check.

3.2. SEAL INTEGRITY LEAK CHECK PROCEDURE

3.2.1. With piston at the fully upstream position, the flow direction control valves
(V1-V4) set for downstream flow, and the flow tube vent valves and bypass
valve (V9) closed, actuate the RUN/RETURN switch to RUN. This will open
the solenoid valve (V8) on the waterdraw test stand. Hold the dial indicator
in the approximate position it would be if it were secured into the hole in the
end of the optic assembly. Observe the flag block as it advances

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downstream and when it reaches the desired location, unplug the waterdraw
relay DC cable from the interface board at J3.

3.2.2. Place the dial indicator into the hole until it reaches the flag block then
preload the indicator approximately one round. Secure the indicator with a ¼
x 20 screw in the threaded hole provided.

3.2.3. Zero the indicator and monitor for five minutes. A downstream movement
of .004” (.102 mm) or less in five minutes is acceptable. Remove indicator.

3.3. VOLUME DETERMINATION PROCEDURE

3.3.1. With flow direction control valves remaining in the downstream orientation
and the test measure drain still open, open bypass valve. Open flow tube
vent valves. Allow piston to travel fully downstream. Reverse flow and allow
piston to travel fully upstream. Reverse flow direction back to downstream.
Close flow tube vent valves. Water should circulate through system at least
15 minutes until inlet and outlet temperatures are within 0.5 ºF/ ºC of each
other.

3.3.2. Be sure prover hydraulic oil tank is filled to the correct level and start
hydraulic pump motor. Set UPSTREAM/DOWNSTREAM switch to
DOWNSTREAM. Actuate RUN/RETURN switch to RETURN position. Set
hydraulic pressure at approximately 400 PSI (2760 kPa) and check for oil
leaks. (This step may not be required at time of waterdraw if already done)

3.3.3. Close test measure drain valve (V10) and allow test measure to start
filling. When water reaches bottom of graduated neck of test measure (rapid
increase in the tone of the water splash can be heard) open test measure
drain valve (V10) to the point where water is exiting at the same rate is in
entering and water height is maintained near zero on the graduated scale.

3.3.4. Actuate RUN/RETURN switch to RUN position. This will open the
waterdraw test stand solenoid (V8) and the piston will advance in the
downstream direction.

3.3.5. When flag is near the first volume switch (approximately 2 inches (50
mm)), slide the optical assembly cover tube onto the assembly until it
contacts the o-ring or other type cover to block light from the optical

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phototransistor switches.

3.3.6. Close test measure drain valve (V10) and bypass valve (V9)
simultaneously. Immediately readjust test measure drain valve (V10) to
match the reduced flow now exiting the solenoid valve (V8) only and
maintain the water height near the zero mark.

3.3.7. When the flag enters the first volume switch, the solenoid (V8) will close
with an audible click and flow and piston movement will cease. At this point
open the test measure drain valve (V10) and drain the test measure. At
cessation of main flow, wait the prescribed drain time as stated on the test
measure calibration certificate (usually 30 seconds),

3.3.8. Initiate the first downstream pass by actuating the RUN/RETURN switch
to the RUN position and start stopwatch. This will re-open the waterdraw
solenoid (V8). After solenoid (V8) is open, open bypass valve (V9).

3.3.9. Record the pressure at the gauge on the waterdraw test stand and enter
the value in column (P) of the waterdraw data sheet. (Appendix B) (XX.0
psig or XX.0 kPa)

3.3.10. While test measure is filling, record inlet and outlet temperatures
and enter them in columns (T1) and (T2) respectively on the waterdraw data
sheet. Calculate the average of these two temperatures and enter the result
in column (Tp). (XX.X°F or XX.X5°C)

3.3.11. When the water level nears the bottom of the graduated neck of
test measure (listen for rapid increase in tone of water splash), close bypass
valve (V9). Bypass valve (V9) must be closed before flag reaches the
second volume switch and closes the solenoid valve (V8).

3.3.12. When the flag reaches the second volume switch the solenoid
valve (V8) will close. When the solenoid valve (V8) “clicks” the stopwatch
shall be stopped. While the air bubbles are dissipating, slide the optical
assembly cover back far enough to expose the end of the Invar rods and
obtain the temperature of the top rod using the digital probe. Slide the cover
back. Enter this value in the (Td) column of the waterdraw data sheet.
(Appendix B)

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3.3.13. Record the scale reading at bottom of the meniscus in the glass
tube of the test measure. Enter this value in the Test Measure Scale
Reading column of the waterdraw data sheet. (Appendix B)

3.3.14. Obtain the temperature of the test measure by opening the test
measure drain valve (V10) and allowing water (approximately ½ gallon (2
liters)) to flow over the cup of the temperature thief containing the glass
stem thermometer. Enter this value in the (Tm) column of the waterdraw
data sheet. (Appendix B) This completes the downstream pass. (XX.X°F or
XX.X5°C)

3.3.15. Allow the piston to travel a short distance downstream by opening

the bypass valve (V8) and replacing the water used to obtain the test
measure temperature. This will position the flag beyond the second volume
switch.

3.3.16. Reverse the flow direction control valves (V1-V4) to flow upstream.

3.3.17. Toggle the UPSTREAM/DOWNSTREAM switch to the UPSTREAM

position.

3.3.18. Actuate the RUN/RETURN switch to the RUN position. This will
open the solenoid valve (V8) and the piston and flag will commence travel
upstream.

3.3.19. Use the test measure drain valve (V10) to match the incoming flow
from the solenoid valve (V8) and maintain the water level near zero until the
flag returns to the second volume switch (the short distance the flag was
allowed to advance beyond the switch).

3.3.20. When the flag exits the second volume the solenoid valve (V8) will
close with an audible click and flow will cease. Drain the test measure and
wait for the specified drain time then close the test measure drain valve
(V10).

3.3.21. Initiate the upstream pass by actuating the RUN/RETURN switch to

the RUN position and start stopwatch. This will open the solenoid valve (V8)
and the piston will begin travel upstream.

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3.3.22. Read and record the flow tube water pressure as before. (XX.0 psig
or XX.0 kPa)

3.3.23. Open bypass valve (V9).

3.3.24. Read and record inlet and outlet temperatures and calculate
average as before. (XX.X°F or XX.X5°C)

3.3.25. Listen for rapid change in water splash tone and close bypass valve
(V9) before the flag reaches the first volume switch. Bypass valve (V9) must
be closed before the flag exits the switch and closes the solenoid valve
(V8).

3.3.26. When the flag exits the switch, flow and piston movement will
cease. When the solenoid valve (V8) “clicks” the stopwatch shall be
stopped. At this point slide the optical assembly cover back and read and
record Invar rod temperature as before. (XX.X°F or XX.X5°C)

3.3.27. Read and record scale position and test measure temperature as
before. This completes the upstream pass and one complete cycle. (XX.X°F
or XX.X5°C)

3.3.28. Open test measure drain valve (V10) to allow piston and flag to
travel upstream beyond first volume switch.

3.3.29. Reverse flow direction control valves (V1-V4) to downstream flow.

3.3.30. Close middle flow rate control valve (V7) to reduce flow.

3.3.31. Set UPSTREAM/DOWNSTREAM switch to DOWNSTREAM.

Actuate RUN/RETURN to RUN. When flag re-enters the first volume switch,
the solenoid valve (V8) will close and the test measure can then be drained
in preparation for the next cycle.

3.3.32. After the second upstream/downstream cycle is completed, the

center flow rate control valve (V7) may be re-opened and all remaining
cycles performed at the faster rate. A minimum of three cycles must be
performed, and the final volumes for the upstream passes must repeat
within 0.02% of each other, and the final volumes for the downstream

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passes must repeat within 0.02% of each other.

3.4. REPORT GENERATION

After all data has been recorded on the waterdraw data sheet (Appendix B), the
data must be entered into the designated computer program that will produce
the report form (Appendix C) with the upstream and downstream base
volumes shown at the designated reference temperature. Review the report
to ensure all data from the waterdraw data sheet (Appendix B) was entered
correctly.

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APPENDIX A

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APPENDIX B
Compact Prover Volumetric Calibration Data Sheet
Daniel Measurement and Control, Houston, Tx. USA
.

Customer: Cust. Order No.

Serial No.: Flow tube Serial No.
Model No.: Nit. Tank Serial No.
Date:
Calibrated Measure's Volume Units of Measure
Test Measure NIST Seal #:

Units of Measure: Temp Pressure Scale Increments

Draw No. Water Prover Test Sensor Water Test Pass

Temperature Temp. Measure Mounting Pressure Measure Time
Temp Temp psig Scale Sec
Inlet (T1) Outlet (T2) (Tp) (Tm) (Td) (P) Reading
Downstream Volume
1
2
3
4
5
Upstream Volume
1
2
3
4
5

Tp = SVP water temperature, Average of T1 and T2

Tm = Temperature of water in Test Measure Calibrator

P = Water presser during test draw

Td = Temperature of Displacer position sensors Witness

Calibration Identification Numbers

Inlet Thermometer Leak Detector Test Results

Outlet Thermometer

Tank Thermometer Inches in Minutes

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APPENDIX C

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RELEASE/REVISION RECORD

Revision: A
Date Released: Feb 14, 2005
Approved by: D. Molloy
Date Approved: Feb 13, 2005
Checked by: C. Vaughn
Date Checked: Feb 13, 2005
ECO:

Revision: B
Date Revised: Jul 30, 2008
Approved by: D. Molloy
Date Approved: Jul 28, 2008
Checked by: C. Vaughn
Date Checked: Jul 27, 2008
ECO:

Revision: C
Date Revised: May 20, 2009
Approved by: D. Molloy
Date Approved: May 21, 2009
Checked by: D. Seiler
Date Checked: May 21, 2009
ECO: 5004789

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Revision: D
Date Revised: Sep 27, 2010
Approved by: D. Molloy
Date Approved: Sep 27, 2010
Checked by: M. Peng
Date Checked: Sep 27, 2010
ECO: 5005950

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Engineering Specifications and Procedures

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Category: Testing Procedures

Number / Revision: T-00102 A

Title: Compact Prover Functional Test Procedure

Date First Issued: 2/14/05

Revision Issued: A

ECN Number:

Prepared by: David Molloy Date: 2/14/05

Checked by: Date:

Approved by: Date:

COMPACT PROVER FUNCTIONAL TEST PROCEDURE

1.0 Purpose
1.1. This procedure covers mandatory and recommended requirements for functional testing
of Compact Provers manufactured by Daniel Measurement & Control, Inc. This
procedure also describes the methods used to adjust and set the hydraulic pressure of
the Compact Prover (CP).

2.0 General

2.1. NOTE: Before beginning test, check that all measurement and test equipment (M&TE)
being used in this test is in calibration and that calibration labels, if used, are not out of
date. If any M&TE or calibration labels are out of date, do not continue with test until the
out of calibration condition has been corrected.
2.1.1. Functional testing is to take place after hydrostatic pressure testing. Functional
testing may take place under ambient temperature conditions.

2.1.2. Functional testing of the CP may occur before or after the waterdraw and leak test
procedure.

2.1.3. If the CP is hydrostatically tested on a different test product than the one used for
the functional test, make certain all test product is removed between tests to
prevent contamination.

3.0 Procedure
3.1. Preliminary Set-up

3.1.1. Install CP in a test system that will allow operation of the CP through its entire flow
range. The flow loop shall include a master meter that is “hard piped” in series with
the CP, with adequate flow conditioning directly upstream of the meter. Flow control
shall be accomplished downstream of the CP and meter as close as practical to the
CP or meter outlet.

3.1.2. After Prover is installed in flow loop, connect Prover power connection to AC power
source of correct voltage. Connect all control and instrumentation cables to control
device. Connect meter pulse cable(s) and printer cable to control device

Caution: Be sure manual motor starters are off and all connections are made before
applying power to Prover or control device.

3.1.3. Be sure plenum tank pressure is approximately 70 PSI.

3.1.4. Open all block and flow control valves in control loop and evacuate air from system
using Prover vent valves.

3.2. Hydraulic Pressure Adjustment

3.2.1.With the CP in static position, set the hydraulic pump pressure by loosening the jam
nut on the pressure control stem located on top of the pump and turning the stem
with a 5/16” hex key. Turn the stem clockwise to increase pressure and
counterclockwise to decrease pressure. The following initial pressure settings
should be used:

Prover size Pressure setting Prover size Pressure setting

8” 300 PSI 24” 400 PSI
12” Mini 375 PSI 34” 400 PSI
12” Std. 450 PSI 40” 350 PSI
*18” 380 PSI

* An 18” CP may have two hydraulic motors and pumps, which must have the same
pressure setting. This is done by adjusting each pump while the other is isolated from
the hydraulic system using the manual valves provided.
3.3. Functional Test Procedure

3.3.1.The functional test shall include the Prover and any instrumentation, control
systems, printers, and power supplies sold with the Prover.

3.3.2.The functional test shall determine the repeatability of the CP at no less than three
flow rates ranging from the maximum flow rate of the Prover to the lowest flow rate
of the meter being used, and one point in between approximately at mid-capacity
for the Prover.

3.3.3.Establish flow in the system between 50% and 75% of the capacity of the Prover.
Allow Prover to cycle for 15 minutes then check the “weep” holes in the optical shaft
and hydraulic shaft seal supports for signs of leakage. Any leakage shall be reason
for rejection/rework.

3.3.4.Check all instrumentation and any other peripheral devices for proper operation.

3.3.5.Set the control device for three proving runs consisting of five passes each. Initiate
proves at each of the appropriate flow rates.

3.3.6. Repeatability shall be within 0.04% total spread at each flow rate.

3.4. Report Generation

3.4.1.The test report shall be the prove reports generated by and printed by the control
device. The BCP serial number, the control device serial/tool number, and the date
of the test shall be hand-written on the report and initialed by the technician

3.4.2.The report must include the flow rate and repeatability percentage. The report must
include the output values of any included instrumentation during at least one prove.
If the control device has the capability, a record of each pass should be included.

3.4.3.The flow rate must be in English units (gpm, bph, etc.) for Provers with volumes
stated in gallons, and metric units (m³/h, lpm, etc.) for Provers with volumes stated
in liters.
Engineering Specifications and Procedures

These Specifications or Procedures are the property of Daniel Flow Products, Inc., and must not be used except in connection with our work. They shall not
be reproduced and shall be returned to us on demand. All rights reserved.

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the hardcopy has been verified with that of the original electronic document. Refer to Z-00021J for more information.

Category: Testing Procedures

Number / Revision: T-00100 A

Title: Compact Prover Hydrostatic Test Procedure

Date First Issued: 2/14/05

Revision Issued: A

ECN Number:

Prepared by: David Molloy Date: 2/15/05

Checked by: Date:

Approved by: Date:

COMPACT PROVER HYDROSTATIC TEST PROCEDURE

1.0 Purpose

1.1. This procedure covers mandatory and recommended requirements for hydrostatic
testing of Compact Provers manufactured by Daniel Measurement & Control, Inc. It also
provides the testing requirements and acceptance limits to verify the integrity of the
pressure containing components of the Compact Prover.

2.0 General

2.1. Test fluid: Water

2.2. Test pressure: Test pressure shall be 1.5 times the maximum working pressure of the
lowest rated flange, piping, connection or piece of equipment that will be exposed to test
pressure.
NOTE: Some orders may indicate that easily removed reducers or other pieces of
equipment with lower pressure ratings may not be installed until after a hydrostatic
pressure test at the higher rating is performed. A separate test shall then be performed
with the lower rated equipment installed.

2.3. All newly manufactured Compact Provers and all serviced Compact Provers shall be
subject to compliance with this procedure.

3.0 Procedure

3.1. Hydrostatic pressure test must be performed before waterdraw or functional testing.

NOTE: Before beginning test, check that all measurement and test equipment (M&TE)
being used in this test is in calibration and that calibration labels, if used, are not out of
date. If any M&TE or calibration labels are out of date, do not continue with test until the
out of calibration condition has been corrected.

3.2. Install blind flanges with large valves on inlet and outlet of Prover. Install industrial quick-
connect fittings in flow tube vent valves. Isolate and vent any pressure gauges or
transmitters. Install pipe plug in pressure relief valve. Close flow tube drain valves, and
any other valves open to atmosphere.

3.3. Connect water reservoir pump hose to valve on inlet flange of Prover. Connect
hydrostatic test stand high-pressure hose to one of the flow tube drain valves. Connect
drain hoses to flow tube vent valves. If order specifies chart recording, install flare fitting
and connect chart recorder pressure hose to one of the ½” NPT openings provided in
blind flanges, and install the chart recorder thermowell in the other.

3.4. Turn on reservoir pump and allow Prover to fill until air is forced out and water flows from
flow tube vent valves. Vent air from any other valves, if necessary; all air must be
removed from system.

3.5. Close flow tube vent valves. All valves opening to atmosphere with working pressure
ratings lower than test pressure applied must be plugged and opened to prevent seat
damage. For example, 2000 PSI rated valves when applying 2220 PSI.

3.6. Apply approximately 500 PSI and check for leaks. If no leaks are found proceed to full
test pressure for one minute. Relieve pressure to atmospheric pressure, then re-apply
full test pressure for one minute. Relieve pressure again to atmospheric pressure and
re-apply full test pressure.

3.7. Set up chart recorder; examine assembly for 10 minutes for leaks. Any leak is cause for
rejection. The assembly must be de-pressurized and the leak(s) repaired. After repairs,
repeat step 3.6 until satisfactory. If no leaks are found, de-pressurize assembly. Install
paper chart in chart recorder, remove ink caps, and start recorder. Re-apply test
pressure, isolate from pressure source, and then test for time specified. Keep
temperature as stable as possible.

3.8. Upon completion of designated time, review chart recording for any deviations in
pressure. Increases due to temperature increase or decreases in tune with temperature
decreases are allowable. (+/- 25 psig max deviation allowable)

3.9. De-pressurize assembly. Complete the Compact Prover Hydrostatic Test Report
(Appendix A). Retain test report form and chart paper for QA department.
4.0 PED Test Procedure

4.1. When the Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC (PED) is required, the nitrogen tank
as well as the Prover pressure vessel, must be tested. The test must be witnessed by
the Notified Body, unless a wavier is obtained.

4.2. Procedure

4.2.1. Remove instrumentation tee along with pressure gauge and pressure relief valve
prior to testing.

4.2.2. All branch connections are either to be plugged or fitted with a valve suitable for
the pressure being tested. Install a valve on the top of the vessel to allow for air to
be purged.

4.2.3. Test the Prover pressure vessel to section 3.0 of this test procedure. A chart
recording is required.
APPENDIX A
Procedure T-00100

CERTIFICATION OF HYDROSTATIC PRESSURE TEST

DATE

CUSTOMER:

CUSTOMER ORDER NO:

DANIEL SALES ORDER NO:

DESCRIPTION:

MODEL NO:

SERIAL NO:

TEST DATA

1. HYDROSTATIC TEST PRESSURE: PSIG

2. DURATION OF TEST: START FINISH

3. TEST FLUID

4. DATE OF TEST

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE EQUIPMENT LISTED ABOVE HAS BEEN HYDROSTATICALLY
PRESSURE TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH PROCEDURE T-00100 AND FOUND TO BE
SATISFACTORY.

OPERATOR DATE

SUPERVISOR DATE

CUSTOMER’S REPRESENATIVE DATE

End of Document
Standard Agenda for Compact Prover
Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)

The factory acceptance test is generally performed within a single day. The test (FAT)
consists of the following:
• Hydrostatic Test – Reference Procedure T-00100 A
• Waterdraw Test with seal leak test – Reference Procedure T-00101 Rev. C
• Flow Test – Reference Procedure T-00102 A

Typically the three test listed above are performed in the order given.

Hydrostatic test:
• The prover is placed on the hydro per the procedure referenced above. The
Hydro test, with both temperature and pressure, is chart recorded for 30
minutes. Once the test has been completed the chart will be stamped with
pertinent information concerning the prover.
• Information to be on the chart is as follows:
Sales Order Number
Date
Serial Number of the prover
Chart Pressure
NIST Seal number of the chart recorder
Signature of shop technician who performed the test
The witness of the test (customer or third party) is asked to sign the chart. Copies
of the chart will be available at that time and will also be included in final Data
Book.

Waterdraw Test:

• The prover is set up for the waterdraw test per the procedure referenced
above. Upstream and downstream volumes are determined for each prover.
There are three upstream passes and three down stream passes with volumes,
temperature, pressures and time documented. Two passes are at a high flow
rate, the third pass is at roughly fifty percent of the high rate. Reference
Document Appendix B of Procedure.
• The data recorded from the test will be inserted onto the Volumetric
Determination Data Sheet (reference Appendix C of procedure) . This sheet
will calculate the data given from Reference document Appendix B of the
procedure. Volumes are reviewed to confirm percent of repeatability of the
prover. Should the three passes not meet required percent of repeatability a
fourth pass is performed and those calculations are reviewed again for
acceptable results.
Once the waterdraw test has been completed the final form (Appendix C) will be
signed by the shop technician who performed the test. The witness of the test (customer
or third party) is asked to sign the report. Copies of the final waterdraw test results duly
signed will then be available at that time and will also be included the final Data Book.
Note: After the waterdraw test has been completed, the seal leak test is preformed. Refer
to procedure for seal leak test requirements.

Functional Test ( Flow Test Report):

The prover will be installed in series with a turbine meter and then operated at 3
flow rates (low, medium and high) to determine operational functionality. A flow
computer is used to control the sequencing and to fabricate the proving reports. The
prover will be tested at each flow rate with three (3) proving runs, each run consisting of
5 passes to generate data for the flow test report. The reports will show the repeatability
at each flow rate and are reviewed for acceptance. Once the test is completed the shop
technician will sign the reports as well as allow the witness to sign. Copies of the flow
test reports will be available at that time and will also be included in the final Data Book.