13.

5 Result and Conclusion

13.5.1 Calculate the coefficient of discharge Cd. 1
3.5.2 What are the advantages and disadvantages of siphon spillways?
13.5.3 What is the function of the detecting nappe?

Note: If downstream water level is lower than exit level, use exit level as y1 as per Fig. 13-1.

Equipment Set Up 13.3.1 Ensure the flume is level.

13.3.2 Record the breadth b and height 2 ofthe throat above the crest inside the siphon.

13.3.3 Install the siphon in the flume with the upper leg facing upstream (see model installation
section).

13.3.4 For better experiment result, the gaps between the support and the channel should be
sealed on the upstream side.

13.3.5 Close the air vent valve on top of the hood of the siphon.

13.3.6 Install the undershot weir at the discharge end of the flume; raise the gate all the way up
so it will not restrict the 1‘10w.

13.3.7 Install hook and point gauges (optional) on the channel sides, one upstream of the
spillway and the other one downstream of the spillway and setup hook and point gauge (see
Addendum 1 Hook and Point Gauge instructions).

13.3.8 The datum for all measurements will be at the bed of the f1ume, record the datum reading.
13.4 Experimental Procedures

13.4.1 Turn on water pump, gradually open the 110w control valve, let water flow through the
t1ume

13.4.2 Reduce the flow rate as the water level reaches the crest of the siphon tube then gradually
increase the flow again

Note: It takes a little time for the siphon to prime. Increasing the flow too quickly will result in
water flooding over the top of the siphon.

13.4.3 Allow the upstream and downstream channels to fill so that both the siphon in1et and
outlet are submerged.