# A02 Scale Factor
### Definition
Sets the correction method for instantaneous flow. Default: Simple Mode, using the formula:
Corrected Instantaneous Flow = A02 × Measured Instantaneous Flow − A09
Parameters A09 (Correction Mode) and A02 (Scale Factor) allow adjustment of flowmeter reading deviations.
$$
\text{Corrected Instantaneous Flow} = A\_{02} \times \text{Measured Instantaneous Flow} - A\_{09}
$$
Calibration Examples (Click to Expand)
**1. Error Caused by Liquid Density**
**Example – 50% Sulfuric Acid**\
Assume the liquid is sulfuric acid with a specific gravity of 1.4.\
Actual measured weight: 26 tons. The flow meter displays 20,004 L.\
Converted weight: 20,004 × 1.4 = 28,005.6 kg (≈ 28 tons) \
→ the reading is higher than the actual value.
**Step 1: Adjust the K03 scale factor**
$$K\_{03} = \frac{\text{Actual Weight}}{\text{Flow Meter Displayed Weight}}$$ = $$\frac{26\ \text{tons}}{28\ \text{tons}} \approx 0.928$$
Set **K03 = 0.928**, then the flow meter–calculated weight ≈ **25.98 tons**, close to the true value.
**Step 2 – Fine adjustment using K04:**
* After adjusting K03, readings may be accurate at **high flow**, but small deviations can remain at **low flow** or when the pump starts.
* Adjust **K04** to compensate for fixed offset errors. For example：
* If readings consistently **exceed** the true value by **0.1 ton**, set **K04 = 0.1**, and the system will automatically subtract this from the calculated weight.
* If readings consistently **fall short of** the true value by **0.1 ton**, set **K04 = - 0.1**, and the system will automatically add this value to the calculated weight.
**2. Error Caused by Analog Output**
**Example**\
The user is using the analog output and finds that the receiving device (e.g., PLC) does not match the value shown on the flow meter.
The meter display shows **0** (no flow in the pipe), but the output current is **4.1 mA** instead of the standard **4.0 mA**.\
After conversion at the receiving end, this results in an incorrect flow reading of **0.98 L/min** (zero offset).
**Step 1: Use Simulation Mode to Check for Scaling Error**
If the displayed flow value appears incorrect (for example, a flow reading when no liquid is present), first use Simulation Mode to verify whether a scaling error exists.\
Refer to the Simulation Mode section for detailed operation.
Enable **F02 Simulation Mode**, then go to **E06** and enable the analog output content (recommended: **Flow Rate**).\
Next, enter **F01** to set the simulated flow value and observe the reading on the receiving device.
For example, when the simulated value is set to **60 L/min** but the receiving end shows **58.41 L/min**, this indicates an overall scaling error (reading too low).
*After testing with Simulation Mode, it can be confirmed that the issue is not only a zero offset, but also an output scaling error.*
**Adjust the K03 scale factor**
$$K\_{03} = \frac{\text{Actual Weight}}{\text{Flow Meter Displayed Weight}}$$ = $$\frac{26\ \text{tons}}{28\ \text{tons}} \approx 0.928$$
Set the K03 value to 1.027. After this adjustment, the flowmeter’s converted reading shows a weight of approximately 58.42, approaching the true value of 60.
**Step 2: Eliminate the Remaining Fixed Offset (Zero Point Shift)**
After adjusting K03, the readings are accurate at high flow rates, but small deviations may still occur at low flow rates or when the pump starts at a fixed flow. To correct this **fixed offset error**, you can fine-tune the K04 value.
**Adjusting K04 to Correct Flow Values**
For example, after the user exits simulation mode and the flow returns to zero, if the receiving end still shows a reading of 0.98, set K04 to +0.98. The system will automatically subtract this value from the calculation, effectively zeroing the meter’s reading.
### Notes
* A02 cannot accept negative values.
### Operation Procedure
Button Functions (Click to Expand)
The main unit has **four buttons**. The **bottom line (Line 3)** of the LCD displays the current function of each button. Under normal operation, the button functions are as follows:
* 
**Blue Button:** Leftmost button: Return, exit, or save settings.
* Gray Direction Buttons:
* 
**Left Gray:** Previous Page, decrease value, or select item
* 
**Right Gray:** Next Page, increase value, or select item
* 
**Orange Button:** Rightmost button: Enter settings, edit, or confirm selection
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**Do not hold buttons for extended periods to avoid damage.**
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Button functions may change depending on the operation context to improve usability or prevent accidental presses
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A02 Scale Factor Setting Steps
• From the main screen (green backlight),
press Orange Button (Setup) to enter settings (orange backlight).
• Select A. Measure by pressing Orange Button (Enter).
• Use Gray Arrow Buttons to select A02 Scale Factor, press Orange Button (Enter).
• Use Gray Arrow Buttons to choose the options.
• Press Orange Button (Set) to confirm.
• Press Blue Button (ESC) to return to the main screen (green backlight).
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### A02 Options, RS485 Values, Read/Write Commands, and Formats
| Parameter Input Range | Values |
| --------------------- | ------ |
| Default | 1 |
| Minimum | 0.001 |
| Maximum | 1000 |
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