Tank Sentinel Programming Guide

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Tank Sentinel

Programming Guide

TS-5 Series

Software Revision 0.5.0.7

Franklin Fueling Systems • 3760 Marsh Rd. • Madison, WI 53718 USA

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Notice

INCON strives to produce the finest manual possible and to ensure that the information that it contains is complete and accurate. However, INCON reserves the rights to change this document and specifications at any time without notice. INCON makes no expressed or implied warranty with regard to the contents of this manual. INCON assumes no liability for errors, omissions or for any damages, direct or consequential, that may result from the use of this document or the equipment that it describes.

This manual is for use expressly with the TS-5, TS-550, and TS-5000 at their approved specifications. No part of this document may be reproduced in any form without the prior written consent of INCON.

Open Source Notice

The TS-5 series consoles implement open source software released under the General Public License (GPL) as well as other open source licenses. As a customer, you are entitled to receive a copy of the licensed source code used within our product, if so desired. Please contact our sales staff for more information.

Trademarks

INCON®_{, Tank Sentinel}®_,_{System Sentinel}®_{, SCALD}®_{, Brite}®_{, BriteBox}®_{, BriteBus}®_{, and BriteSensors}®_{are registered}

trademarks of Intelligent Controls. All brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Inspection of Materials

Visually inspect all components for defects or damage prior to installation. If any defect or damage is found, do not use the product and contact INCON for further assistance.

Warranty Information

Please refer to the FFS Fuel Management Systems & Product Warranty Policy for all warranty information.

Contacting Franklin Fueling Systems (FFS)

Please feel free to contact us by mail at:

Franklin Fueling Systems 3760 Marsh Rd. Madison, WI 53718 USA Or contact us by phone, fax or e-mail:

Tel: +1 800 225 9787 E-mail: [email protected]

Fax: +1 608 838 6433 [email protected]

Office and Sales Hours: 8am to 5pm CST - Monday through Friday Technical Support Hours: 7am to 7pm CST - Monday through Friday

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Important Safety Messages

INCON equipment is designed to be installed in association with volatile hydrocarbon liquids such as gasoline and diesel fuel. Installing or working on this equipment means working in an environment in which these highly flammable liquids may be present. Working in such a hazardous environment presents a risk of severe injury or death if these instructions and standard industry practices are not followed. Read and follow all instructions thoroughly before installing or working on this, or any other related, equipment.

As you read this guide, please be aware of the following symbols and their meanings:

This symbol identifies a warning. A warning sign will appear in the text of this document when a potentially hazardous situation may arise if the instructions that follow are not adhered to closely. A potentially hazardous situation may involve the possibility of severe bodily harm or even death.

This is a caution symbol. A caution sign will appear in the text of this document when a potentially hazardous environmental situation may arise if the instructions that follow are not adhered to closely. A potentially hazardous environmental situation may involve the leakage of fuel from equipment that could severely harm the environment.

This symbol identifies an electrical danger. An electrical danger sign will appear in the text of this document when a potentially hazardous situation involving large amounts of electricity may arise if the instructions that follow are not adhered to closely. A potentially hazardous situation may involve the possibility of electrocution, severe bodily harm, or even death.

Alarms and warnings are designed to alert you with specific details when a problem occurs so you can take appropriate corrective action. System hardware failure warnings, tank related alarms, leak detection sensor alarms, and line leak alarms can be custom programmed to do many things. The events that require programming are denoted by a (p) below:

- cause the red Alarm light or yellow Warning light to flash (standard) - activate / sound the console annunciator alarm horn (p)

- activate internal output relays for external alarm devices (p)

- print alarm reports automatically, either locally (integral printer), or remotely (USB - HP compatible printer) (p) - send alarm and test reports to a specified email address (p)

- send reports to remote location(s), via internal data/fax modem (p) Warning

Danger Caution

Follow all applicable codes governing the installation and servicing of this product and the entire system. Always lock out and tag electrical circuit breakers while installing or servicing this equipment and any related equipment. A potentially lethal electrical shock hazard and the possibility of an explosion or fire from a spark can result if the electrical circuit breakers are accidentally turned on during installation or servicing. Please refer to the Installation and Owner’s Manual for this equipment, and the appropriate documentation for any other related equipment, for complete installation and safety information.

Follow all federal, state and local laws governing the installation of this product and its associated systems. When no other regulations apply, follow NFPA codes 30, 30A and 70 from the National Fire Protection Association. Failure to follow these codes could result in severe injury, death, serious property damage and/or environmental contamination.

Always secure the work area from moving vehicles. The equipment in this manual is usually mounted underground, so reduced visibility puts service personnel working on this equipment in danger from moving vehicles entering the work area. To help eliminate these unsafe conditions, secure the area by using a service truck to block access to the work environment, or by using any other reasonable means available to ensure the safety of service personnel.

When the Tank Sentinel system is used to monitor tanks containing gasoline or other flammable substances, you may create an explosion hazard if you do not follow the requirements in this manual

carefully.-All wiring must enter the console’s enclosure through the designated knockouts. An explosion hazard may result if other openings are used.

You must run wiring from probes or sensors to the Tank Sentinel console in conduits which are separate from all other wiring. Failure to do so will create an explosion hazard.

Warning Warning Warning Warning Warning Warning

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Certified Programmer/Service Person: Only an INCON certified programmer or service person is allowed to access

both the user interface keypad and areas internal to the Tank Sentinel™_console.

Station Owner/Operator: The station owner or operator of the Tank Sentinel™_{console is only allowed to access the user}

interface keypad. Access to areas internal to the console is strictly prohibited.

Approvals

All Fuel Management System models are UL and cUL listed 6L79 as Liquid Level Gauge / Leak Detection

Systems. Third party approved leak detection — Pd (probability of detection) = 99.2 % for 0.1 or 0.2 gph leak tests (0.1 = annual precision test, 0.2 is the monthly regulatory compliance test).

*The static tank test does not support Manifolded tanks.

**SCALD is 3rd party approved for ONLY two Manifolded tanks.

Substituting components could impair intrinsic safety. TS-5XXXs are intrinsically safe for sensors installed in – Class I, Division 1, Group D – hazardous locations. Substitution of components could make the energy limiting circuitry in the system ineffective and could cause an explosion hazard. Repairs to a TS-5XXX console or attached components should only be performed by a qualified, factory-trained technician.

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Introduction

The purpose of this manual is to guide installers, operators and technicians through programming and troubleshooting theTS-5 console, so that it’s configured based on a site’s specific needs. The Fuel Management Systems (FMS) application within the TS-5 Series consoles tie together the monitoring and alarm capabilities of preceding automatic tank gauges with advanced technologies to supply tank and level data more accurately and efficiently. This manual is also designed to introduce technicians to the optional LCD Graphical User Interface, which is used as an input device to program system configuration and maintain all applications from the front panel of the console. Overall safety issues, troubleshooting information, warranty, service and return policies, as defined in this manual, must be followed.

FMS Functions

The main function of the Fuel Management System is to represent levels for inventory and tank leak testing by monitoring probe inputs and performing calculations based on those inputs. Line leak sensing devices also provide input signals. Results from these calculations may be used for system monitoring and/or regulatory compliance. The console, in conjunction with external fuel system equipment, may provide positive system shutdown, based on programmed rules. Sites that utilize Fuel Management Systems have the ability to monitor and perform:

• Tank Inventory Level Information • Tank Leak Detection

• Sensor Configuration • Line Leak Detection • Sump Leak Detection

• Compliance Line and Leak Testing

FMS also allows sites to generate and print the following reports: • Inventory Reports

• Delivery Reports • Tank Test Results • SCALD Testing Reports • Regulatory Reports • Sensor Reports

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Definitions and Acronyms

Module – A module is a plug-in card within the TS-5 series console that is used to perform various functions of the console. The modules are used for field wiring of the input and/or output of electrical signals between different functional equipment pieces.

RS-232 – An IEEE standard for serial communication using a 9-pin connector. RS-485 – An IEEE standard for serial communication using STP/UTP wiring.

RJ-45 – An IEEE standard connector for use in communications with STP wiring. Usually data.

RJ-11 – An IEEE standard connector for use in communications using STP wiring. Usually voice and fax. 2SM – 2-Wire Sensor Module (Intrinsically Safe)

ACIM – AC Input Module

AIM – 4-20mA Analog Input Module (Intrinsically Safe) AST – Aboveground Storage Tank

ATG – Automatic Tank Gauge

CARB – California Air Resources Board CM – Controller Module

DCE – Data Communication Equipment DIM – Dispenser Interface Module DTE – Data Terminal Equipment

DW/DWT – Double Wall/Double Wall Tank EVR – Enhanced Vapor Recovery

FMS – Fuel Management Systems IS – Intrinsically Safe

ISD – In-Station Diagnostic LCD – Liquid Crystal Display LIM – LonWork Interface Module LLD – Line Leak Detection PC – Personal Computer

PM – Probe Module (Intrinsically Safe) PSM – Power Supply Module

RM – Relay Module

SCM – Secondary Containment Monitoring

STP/UTP – Shielded Twisted Pair / Unshielded Twisted Pair Wiring TPI – Turbine Pump Interface

TS-5 – TS-5 Series FMS Consoles (TS-5/608, TS-550/EMS, TS-5000/EXPC) TS-EMS – Environmental Monitoring System

TS-EXPC – Expansion Console TSA – TankSentinel Anywhere USB – Universal Serial Bus UST – Underground Storage Tank VRM – Vapor Recovery Monitoring XML – eXtensible Markup Language

General

After the Fuel Management System has been installed, typically your interaction with the system will be from the LCD display, on-board printer; or using TSA (Tank Sentinel Anyware) software to program and monitor the console remotely. Remote operation can be performed from a PC, either attached directly or through a network connection to the console. All of the features of the console are available through these input/output devices. Also, the console may be set up to generate and send automated reports to email accounts or print reports at a programmed time.

At times, it may be required to obtain console information, such as model and serial numbers. The model number is physically located on the face of the console. The serial number is located on a small plaque placed on the bottom of the left panel. This label also contains the model number, voltage, manufacturer’s address, a warning symbol and the unit’s voltage specifications.

User Interfaces (UI)

LCD Touch Screen Interface

A LCD touch screen is standard on the TS-5 (TS-608) consoles and can be ordered as an option on the TS-550 (TS-EMS) and TS-5000. The “D” designation in the console’s model number indicates that a LCD display was ordered with the system. This bright display, with an adjustable contrast setting, allows easy viewing in any lighting condition. A programmable screen saver automatically turns the backlight off after 5 minutes, if selected, and extends the life of the display.

Touch Screen Calibration

During initial setup, it will be necessary to calibrate the touch screen function of the LCD display. Calibrating the touch screen will enable the console to better recognize the area that you “touch,” so that you can accurately enter in information. To calibrate the touch-screen function of the display, you must first access the calibration application. 1. From the HOME MENU, press MAIN MENU > DOWN > TOOLS > TOUCHSCREEN CALIBRATION.

2. The console will ask if you are sure that you want to proceed, answer Yes.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the calibration process.

TSA (Tank Sentinel Anyware) Interface

Each TS-5 Series console includes an Ethernet port and programming options to eliminate the need for an Ethernet port server or a external/internal modem (although both options are still available). The advantages to using an Ethernet connection are: faster connection speeds, quicker data transfer rates, less data errors or quicker recovery of data when errors occur, and it does not require extra software or drivers to be loaded. This means that console parameters can be modified and that status/alarm reports can be printed from virtually anywhere.

Access Control

There are three access levels programmed into the console’s operating system: Guest, User, and Administrator. Each level will allow an operator to access different features or change specific settings on the console. This security feature prevents unauthorized tampering of console configurations.

The User Role icon will appear in the upper-right corner of the LCD display as one of the following: • ONE BAR filled operates at the GUEST level. Guests are allowed to access menu options and check the system

configurations. The GUEST will not be able to modify the console settings.

• TWO BARS filled operates at the USER level. Users are given limited access to certain areas of the operating

system to make changes or print reports.

• THREE BARS filled operates as an ADMINISTRATOR. This level grants access to all areas of programming and

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Password Input

To modify console settings and change passwords, you must first enter in the current Administrator password. The default password is, in all lower case letters, “admin”.

From the touch screen display, gaining Administrator privileges to perform high level functions with the console is done by navigating through the following menus to enter a password:

1. Once the console is powered up, press the Main Menu button. 2. Scroll down by pressing , and then press the Tools Application button.

3. Press Enter Password in the application window, and then enter the correct password for the access level required.

Help is provided for navigation, (see Section 1: Console – Basic Operation, Console Navigation). 4. Verify the correct password has been entered, and then press .

Notice a change to the User Roll icon, for Administrator it will indicate status with three bars filled. To reset the level back to Guest, press the User Roll icon or enter the guest password.

Modifying Passwords

For initial settings and continuous security purposes, the console will allow you to change any password used for

accessing console functions. When changing passwords, make note of the password and keep it in a secure, memorable place. The password you choose must be at least two characters long with a maximum of 16 characters — spaces and special characters are allowed as part of your password.

The Administrator status is required to change passwords. To check your current status, look at the User Roll icon. From the touch screen display, changing access passwords is done by navigating through menus to modify a password. 1. Once the console is powered up, press the Main Menu button .

2. Press the Configuration Application button.

3. Press Passwords in the application window, and then press the corresponding button to change the password for that

access level. Help is provided for navigation.

4. Verify the correct password has been entered, and then press the Checkmark button.

Connecting a PC or Laptop Computer

To access the console using the TSA interface, connect a laptop or PC to the console via either the Ethernet port or the COMM 1 serial port. If the console is connected to a local network, you can perform this setup from any PC on that network by utilizing a web browser application, such as Microsoft’s Internet Explorer or Mozilla’s FireFox (the console’s IP address may need to be modified — see Configuration in Section 2).

The following instructions are written specifically for Microsoft’s Windows XP operating system. For assistance with other operating systems, please contact Franklin Fueling Systems Technical Services.

Connecting a PC or Laptop to the TS-5 series Ethernet Port

1. Using an Ethernet Crossover, 10 Base-T cable, plug the RJ-45 connector on one end of the cable into the Ethernet port of the console.

2. Plug the RJ-45 connector on the opposite end of the cable to the Network Interface Card of the computer.

3. Verify that the green POWER LED on the front panel of the console is lit, which indicates that the console has power. 4. Power up and log onto your PC.

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Configuring IP Settings for Communication

Before attempting to modify any computer settings, contact the Information Technologies department of your business, if available. Some computer accounts may have restricted permissions to overcome before any changes are allowed to be made to TCP/IP settings.

At the PC:

1. Power up the PC and log into your Windows operating system. 2. Click on Start, then select Control Panel.

3. There are (2) two views settings possible when using Windows XP:

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• In Classic View, click on Network Connections.

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5. In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, under “This connection uses the following items,” select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.

There are many ways to configure a computer to communicate with a TS-5 series console. These factors are dependant on the user’s computer knowledge and how the computer is currently configured.

To determine which method is best for your site, read the instructions in the following section carefully. Make detailed notes on the current configuration of the TCP/IP settings on the PC you are using. Read both the “Obtain an IP address automatically” and the “Use the following IP address” methods before making a choice between the two.

Obtain an IP Address Automatically

Computers commonly use this setting to obtain an IP address automatically.

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2. Select User Configured.

3. Enter an IP address. For simplicity, make the last segment of the IP one number different than the IP address of the console. Upon initial setup ONLY, the numbers used in the figure may be used to configure the TCP/IP settings of your PC.

4. Leave all other information blank and click OK.

Note: The consoles default IP address is 192.168.168.168. If the PC is normally configured to acquire an IP address

automatically, Alternate Configuration may be used, as mentioned above, to allow a connection to be enabled

without the necessity of reconfiguring the computer each time it will be used to connect to this console.

Use the Following IP Address

1. If Use the following IP address is selected and the entry boxes contain any information, record this information for

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2. Enter an IP address. For simplicity, make the last segment of the IP one number different than the IP address of the console. Upon initial setup ONLY, the numbers used in the figure may be used to configure the TCP/IP settings of your PC.

3. Leave the DNS information blank.

Note: The consoles default IP address is 192.168.168.168. If the PC is normally configured to Use the following IP address, ensure that all display information is recorded and kept prior to making any changes. It may be

necessary to utilize this information to reconfigure the console once programming is complete.

Check Status of Connection

1. Check the status of your connection by going to the Network Connections window.

2. If the connection status is disabled, enable it by right-clicking on the Local Area Connection and selecting Enable. If

technical difficulties arise, please contact Franklin Fueling Systems Technical Support before proceeding. At this point, more information on navigating TSA is provided in Section 4: TSA of this manual.

Connecting a PC or Laptop to the TS-5 series RS-232 Port

COMM 1 is used to connect a PC or laptop with the console via the TSA interface for programming or remote monitoring. COMM 2 is not used at this time.

Note: The PC or laptop will recognize this serial connection as a network connection and will not allow the use of a Local

Area Connection simultaneously. While it is not necessary to disconnect the Local Area Connection to connect using the Serial port, it will be necessary to disconnect the Serial Connection through the computers operating system in order to use the Local Area Connection again.

Connecting a PC or Laptop to the TS-5 series COMM 1 Port

1. Using a female to male DB-9 straight serial cable, connect the Female end of the serial cable to the serial communication (COM) port of the computer.

2. Connect the Male end of the serial cable to COMM 1 on the bottom of the console.

Configuring COMM 1 Settings for Communication

1. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories >

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3. Select Connect Directly to Another Computer.

4. Select Guest.

5. Enter a name under Computer Name (it can be the site

name).

6. Select the communication port to be used from the

Select a Device dropdown list.

7. Select My use only.

8. For convenience, a shortcut may be created on your desktop. Click Finish to complete the wizard.

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9. In the Network Connections window, right-click the new direct connection that was created and select Properties.

10. Under the General tab, select Configure. 11. Change the Maximum speed (bps) to 57600.

12. Disable all of the Hardware Features and click OK.

13. Select the Options tab.

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15. Leave the existing Redialing Options as they are.

16. Select the Security tab.

17. Select Advanced (custom settings).

18. Select the Networking tab.

19. In the Type of dial-up server I am calling, select PPP: Windows 95/98/NT4/2000, Internet from the

drop-down list then click OK.

Check Operation of Connection

1. As before, open Network Connections.

2. Right-Click the new direct connection and select

Connect. The status should change to connected. At

this point, the computer is connected to the console.

If you experience technical difficulties, please contact Franklin Fueling Systems Technical Support before proceeding.

At this point, more information on navigating TSA is provided in Section 4: TSA of this manual.

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Initial Console Configuration

Before the console can be used, an intial setup must first be performed. This portion of the guide will instruct you on how to set custom parameters by navigating through the programming options and set up the TS-5 series console for the first time.

Console Build Characteristics

Each console is custom ordered and built to customer specifications. That means that all of the hardware (modules) and software options needed for your site are installed and tested. Before programming, check the status and version of each module and verify that your purchased options are present.

1. At the Home Status screen, press System Application .

2. The System Status screen will appear. Here you can see a

module’s description, installed slot, operational status, and version. 3. Press the Application Menu button.

Identification – View to locate the System Serial Number, Ethernet

Address (not the same as IP address) Controller Serial number and Date/Time of manufacture.

Options – Displays the current installed software options.

Configuration and Preferences

Configuration and Preferences include how information will be displayed and configuring the console for its location and communication and access options.

Preferences Menu

Starting at the Home Menu, press the Main Menu button. And then select Preferences .

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Short date format

MM/dd/yyyy M/d/yyyy M/d/yy MM/d/yy MM/dd/yy Yy/MM/dd yyyy-MM-dd dd-MMM-yy User Defined Long date format

EEEE, MMMM dd, yyyy MMMM dd, yyyy EEEE dd MMMM, yyyy dd MMMM, yyyy User Defined Year/month date format MMMM, yyyy_{User Defined} Short time format

HH:mm H:mm hh:mm a h:mm a Long time format

HH:mm:ss H:mm:ss hh:mm:ss a h:mm:ss a User defined Symbol Representation

MM Two-digit month with leading zero (i.e. 01 for Jan…). M Two-digit month, no leading zero (i.e. 1 for Jan…).

MMM Three-letter month (i.e. JAN, FEB, AUG…).

dd Two-digit day with leading zero (i.e. 01, 02…). d Two-digit day, no leading zero (i.e. 1, 2…).

yyyy Four-digit year (i.e. 2006…).

yy Two-digit year (i.e. 06, 07…).

HH Two-digit hour with leading zero; 24-hour format. hh Two-digit hour, no leading zero; 24-hour format.

mm Two-digit minute, with leading zero.

ss Two-digit second, with leading zero.

a A.M. or P.M. indicator.

EEEE

Numbers Options

Digit grouping Group digits by 10_{“123,456,789”).} 3 using specified symbol (i.e. either “123456789” or Digit grouping symbol Symbol used to group digits (i.e. ‘, ’; ‘ _ ‘…). User defined option.

Decimal symbol Symbol used to separate decimal units (i.e. ‘.’; ‘,’). User defined option. Display leading zeroes Displays decimals with leading zero (i.e. with ‘0.123’; without ‘.123’).

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Units Options

Volume Liters Gallons

Imperial Gallons Length Millimeters Centimeters Meters Inches Temperature Centigrade _Fahrenheit

Flow Liters/Hour Cubic Centimeters/Second Cubic Feet/Hour Gallons/Minute Gallons/Hour FMS - Line Pressure Pascal Bar

Pounds per square inch Inches of Water

Inches of Mercury

Other Options

Refresh Rate How often the systems information is updated.

Show XML Tool Displays the Tool in the upper right corner of the browser window.

Configuration Menu

Configuration Options

Using the options in this menu, you can configure the console passwords, network parameters, current time and date and set an accurate time zone. For instructions on setting passwords (see Section 1: Console – Basic Operation, Changing Passwords).

Once the console has been powered up, navigate the console by pressing the screen on the appropriate button. Starting at the Home Status Menu, press the Main Menu button.

Select the Configuration button.

Select from the options in the Network Parameters section that follows to view/change console configuration settings.

Network Parameters

To communicate with your network equipment (i.e. router, switch, hub, etc.), and then you will need to modify the network parameters.

IP Address – This is a logical (electronic) address, like your street address, that the console uses to route information.

This address will have to match your network, if connected to a network, in order to ‘talk’ to a remote communication device, your PC or laptop computer.

Network Mask – Masking is a way to diversify the use of multiple subnets. The mask must match that of the network the

console is connected to. Masks are used in networking to create ‘sub-networks’ within a whole, like slicing and apple. You have separate slices that may be in different locations, but they are still from the same apple. Administrators use this to make separate networks, to maximize bandwidth or capacity of medium resources (cables or fiber). Therefore, when your network uses static IP addressing (assigned by an administrator), this mask must match the Network Mask of the router port that it is attached to. If the network utilizes a DHCP server (automatically assigns IP addresses) then the mask should meet the specifications set by your administrator.

Gateway – The Gateway is the logical address to the nearest router port, commonly the one that is connected to the

console. Consult your administrator for details on this and other network parameters. 1.

2. 3.

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Date/Time Set

To set the date and time, press the button that corresponds with your selection and select the correct option from the list. If your choice does not appear on the first screen, use the up and down navigation buttons to scroll through more options. When finished, confirm your selection by pressing the checkmark or OK button. It is important to enter the date and time

information correctly to ensure reports and alarms can be accurately tracked.

Time Zone

Set the Time Zone according to your geographical location. If your choice does not appear on the first screen, use the navigation up and down buttons to scroll through more options. When finished, confirm your selection by pressing the checkmark or OK button.

Remote Logging Host

Logging event information can be done remotely by using this option. Type the address of the remote host that the console will communicate with.

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Programming and Navigation

Console Navigation

The operating system is designed so that a user may navigate with ease. Manageable applications allow the user to modify programming options by responding to on-screen commands. The following instructions will give you a good feel for the operating system functions, so that issues can be corrected efficiently without interrupting dispensing or sales. Access to application sub-menus within the console is gained by pressing the corresponding menu option button on the display. To navigate the console, it may be necessary to become familiar with the graphical icons. Console application menus / sub-menus are outlined in the next section of this manual.

Path Bar – Shows the path/description

of information displayed.

Back – Returns you to the

previous screen.

Date/Time – The current date

and time. This will let you configure Time/Date settings.

User Role – Displays the access level

of the current user (determined by the password input).

Application Window –

Displays the current application content.

Home – This button will bring

you back from any application to the home status screen.

Status – Displays a check for OK

or an exclamation for alarm. When alarms exist, pressing this will bring you to an alarms page.

Main Menu – Access the

Main Menu application. Print Report – Pressing this button will take you to a menu

of reports.

Navigation Buttons

There are many ways around the applications of the TS-5 series console. Listed below are a few buttons that will help you navigate the functions of the console.

Exit: Takes you back to the Home Menu.

Scroll Up: When this button appears on the right side of the screen it indicates more menu options are available

and pressing this button will scroll up through the options.

Scroll Down: When this button appears on the right side of the screen it indicates more menu options are

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Character Navigation Buttons

When prompted to enter system information, press the corresponding keys.

Character Selection: Selects between upper case

letters, lower case letters and numerals. Note how the characters on the input buttons change as you scroll through the options.

Backspace: This will move the cursor one space to the left

and delete the last character.

Clear: Deletes all of the data on the entry line.

Enter: Allows the data to be accepted. When this button is

pushed, the configuration will be set for the item you are changing.

Cancel: Will return to the application you were changing. No changes will be made to console settings.

Restore Default: This button will restore the original settings programmed into the console during manufacture.

Programming System Parameters

Using the touch screen function of the console to program, navigate from the Home Status screen by pressing the Main Menu button.

At the Main Menu, press the Setup button. The Setup screen looks like this:

To make a modification, select the parameter that you want to change. Type the new setting in using the characters available. When finished, press the checkmark. When Confirmation is displayed, press Yes to

save and apply, or No to exit without saving — you may press cancel

to continue making changes. Changes will not be applied until you return to the main menu.

Use the programming tree on the following pages for a more

descriptive representation of each option, which shows the submenus of each menu item. The console will update the menus as additional data or information is required during programming.

Please note, features appearing in this guide may not be available, unless the option is purchased with your console. Default parameters are noted by the use of parentheses ().

It is recommended to have the following items prepared before beginning console programming: • Site location information to setup Site ID

• Communications parameters for external equipment to match console settings • Wiring diagrams of site if necessary; to identify sensor and/or probe location • Manufacturers Tank Charts for “special” tank correction tables

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System ID

Group Name Parameter _Name Parameter _Value Description _CharactersMax

System ID Site Name (Site Name) Physical name of site. 40

Web UI URL (http://localhost/tsa) URL address of site. 40

ID Line 1 (blank) These lines should contain the physical address of the site. This information will be used in the header of reports and to identify site properties when using web UI.

40 ID Line 2 (blank) 40 ID Line 3 (blank) 40 ID Line 4 (blank) 40 ID Line 5 (blank) 40

System Configuration

Group Name Parameter Name Parameter_Value Description Max Value

System Configuration Technical Support Key (0) Enter the appropriate key number. 0-1 Enable Diagnostics (No) Enables the Diagnostics option. Yes/No

Modules Expected DC Input (for future use) (0) These settings are preset by ordered options. This value represents the number of each module installed. When a module is installed, the console will open more options base on which module will be utilized.

0 AC Input (0) 0-6 Relay (0) 0-6 Probe (0) 0-6 2-Wire Sensor (0) 0-6 3-Wire Sensor (0) 0-6 4-20mA Input (0) 0-12 Printer (0) 0-1 Modem (0) 0-1 LON (0) 0-1 DIM (0) 0-1

Diagnostics _{Application Data Update Interval} ₍₆₀₎ The rate that the diagnostics will automatically ‘refresh’

displayed data. # sec

Enable Interactive Command Line (No) ?? Yes/No

Trax Files (No) ?? Yes/No

Trax Console (No) ?? Yes/No

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Programming Modules

The Fuel Management System is composed of a custom set of modules. Each module maintains individual

characteristics. Parameters must be set to match the site configuration. The programming table below will assist in this setup.

Power Supply

Group Name Parameter Name Parameter _Value Description Max Value

Power Supply

RS-485 Enable Interface (No) Enables TS-DIM options. Yes/No

TS-DIM Enable Interface (No) Enables DIM Communications options. Yes/No

Communication Baud Rate (9600) Data transmission speed in bits per second. 1200-57600 bps Data Bits (8) Number of bits that represent data. 7-8 Parity (None) Value of parity (error check) bit. None, Even, _Odd Stop Bits (1) Number of stop bits, notifies receiving device of _{end of data packet.} 1-2 Response Timeout (8) Period of time the device will wait until _{transmission stops in seconds.} 1-10

Precision (2) ? 1-8

Fuel Points Number of Fuel Points (0) Number of fueling points on site. 1-32

Fuel Point # Number of Meters (0) Number of meters at site. 1-8

Meter # Grade (1) Type of product flowing through meter. 1-8

RS-232 Baud Rate (9600) Data transmission speed in bits per second. 1200-57600

Data Bits (8) Number of bits that represent data. 7-8 Parity (None) Value of parity (error check) bit. None, Even, _Odd Stop Bits (1) Number of stop bits, notifies receiving device of _{end of data packet.} 1-2 Response Timeout (8) Period of time the device will wait until _{transmission stops in seconds.} 1-10

Relays

Channel # Name (Relay 1) Given name of the relay. abc#

Enabled (Yes) Whether the Relay is Enabled or not. Yes/No Type (Unknown) Equipment connected to the relays output. Unknown

Submersible Alarm Solenoid Dispenser

Other Polarity (Normal) Allows the polarity to be inverted. Normal, Invert Logic (OR Logic) The type of logic that the gate will use to process

incoming signals. In OR, if any combination of inputs is active, the relay is active. With AND, when all inputs are active, the relay is active. In XOR, if all inputs are in the same state (on/off), the relay is inactive.

OR, AND, XOR

Physically Wired As (Normally Open) How the relay is wired internally. NO, NC Number of inputs (0) This adjusts the circuit to accommodate incoming

signal levels. 1-32

Input # Type (Unknown Module) Chooses which module is inputting the signal to

the relay. ControllerUnknown

Power Supply Probe 2-wire Sensor 3-wire Sensor

Low Voltage Inputs

Channel # Name (LV Input 1) Given name of input. abc#

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Group Name Parameter Name Parameter_Value Description Max Value

AC Input Modules Number Gasoline Hooks per Dispenser (2) Including diesel. 1-8

Module # Channels (0) Number of channels in use per module. 1-12

Channel # Name (AC Input 1) Given name of channel. abc#

Enabled (Yes) Yes if channel is used. Yes/No

Active High (Yes) Yes will activate channel when high voltage is present. No will activate channel with no

voltage present. Yes/No

Probe Modules

Group Name Parameter Name Parameter Value Description Max Value

Probe Modules

Channel # Name (Probe 1) Given Name of Probe. abc#

Enabled (Yes) Yes if this probe channel is used. Yes/No

Type (TS-LL2) Type of probe connected. TS-VFM

TS-LL2 Unknown

2-Wire Sensor Modules

Channel # Name (2-Wire Sensor 1) Given name of channel. abc#

Enabled (Yes) Yes if this channel is used. Yes/No

Channel # Name (2-Wire Sensor 1) Given name of channel. abc#

Enabled (Yes) Yes if the channel is used. Yes/No

4-20 mA Input Modules

Group Name Parameter_Name Parameter Value Description Max Value

4-20mA Input Modules

Channel # Name (4-20mA Input 1) Given name of the channel. abc#

Enabled (Yes) Yes if the channel is in use. Yes/No

Service Type (Analog) Determines the output signal. Analog SCM

LLD Low Range (-5) Low voltage level of output signal. # High Range (5) High voltage level of output signal. #

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Relay Modules

Group Name Parameter Name Parameter Value Description Max Value

Relay Modules

Module # Channels (0) Number of channels in use per module. _1-8

Channel # Name (Relay 1) Given name of the channel. abc#

Enabled (Yes) Yes if the channel is in use. Yes/No

Type (Unknown) Equipment connected to the relays output. Unknown Submersible

Alarm Solenoid Dispenser

Other Polarity (Normal) Allows the polarity to be inverted. Normal, Invert Logic (OR Logic) The type of logic that the gate will use to process incoming

signals. OR, AND, XOR

Physically Wired As (Normally Open) How the relay is wired internally. NO, NC Number of inputs (0) This adjusts the circuit to accommodate incoming signal levels. 1-32

Input # Type (Unknown) Type of module that is sending the signal. Unknown

Controller Power Supply AC Input Probe 2-wire Sensor 3-wire Sensor 4-20 mA Channel (LV Input 1) Determines which module is sending the signal. 1-2

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Programming FMS Parameters

Here is where specific equipment parameters will be modified to match the site setup.

Fuel Management System

Group Name Parameter Name Parameter _Value Description _ValueMax

Fuel Management

System Ullage Percent_{Delivery Delay} _{(15 min)}(95) Percent of tank level used to calculate space left._{Time after delivery when increase is reported.} 70-100 %_{# min.}

Correction Temperature (60.00 °F) Product temperature correction. # °

Static Tank Testing Monthly Leak Test Threshold (0.00 gpm) Static leak tolerance for testing tanks. # gpm Yearly Leak Test Threshold (0.00 gpm) Static leak tolerance for testing tanks. # gpm Gross Leak Test Threshold (0.05 gpm) Static leak tolerance for testing tanks. # gpm

Confidence (99%) Leak testing confidence. 90, 95, 97.5,

99 % Minimum Leak Test Time (2 hr) Minimum amount of time used to test. 0-8 Maximum Leak Test Time (8 hr) Maximum amount of time used to test. 1-8 Alarm On Precision Leak Test

Failure (No) Used to produce an alarm upon failure. Yes/No

Tanks Number of Tanks (0) Number of tanks in fuel system. 0-48

Tank # Name (Tank 1) Given name of tank. abc#

Type (Special 1) Type of tank. Std./Spcl.

Manifolded (No) Used for Manifolded tanks. Yes/No

Product # (1) Type of product in tank. 1-48

Delivery Threshold (200.0 gal) Amount of increase to report delivery. # gal Theft Threshold (5.0 gal) Amount of decrease to report theft. # gal

Limits High High Product Volume Limit (10,000.0 gal) Product volume to produce alarm. # gal High Product Volume Limit (10,000.0 gal) Product volume to produce alarm. # gal High High Product Level Limit (96.00 in) Product level to produce alarm. # in High Product Level Limit (96.00 in) Product level to produce alarm. # in High Water Level Limit (2.00 in) Water level to produce alarm. # in Low Product Volume Limit (0.0 gal) Product volume to produce alarm. # gal Low Low Product Volume Limit (0.0 gal) Product volume to produce alarm. # gal

Probe Channel (Probe 1) Channel used for the probe in tank. Probe

Type (Standard 53) Type of probe used in this tank. Std./Spcl. Ratio (1 to 1 tip to _head) Ratio of float movement in proportion to product level. _{1:7-9 for use with moorman gauge interface.} 1:1; 1:7; 1:9 Float Type (4 in gas) Type of float(s) used on probe. 4, 3, or 2 in.

Gas/Diesel, Stainless,

Propane Number of Floats (2) Specifies number of floats on probe. 1-2

Gradient (9.03000 µs/in) Speed of probe wire. # µs/in

Product Offset (0.00 in) Used for compensation of tank tilt. (see Appendix xx:

Calculating Tank Tilt). # in

Water Offset (0.00 in) # in

Static Tank

Testing Enable Continuous Testing (No) Enables continuous tank testing. Yes/No

Run Input Module Type (Power Supply) _SupplyPower

Run Input Module Number (1) 1

Run Input Channel Number (1) 1-2

SCALD Enable (No) Enables SCALD tank testing. Yes/No

Qualify (0 %) Required percent full to run SCALD test. # %

Special Tanks

Special # Shape (Horizontal cylinder) Physical shape of the tank.

Length (160.00 in) Length of tank in inches. # in

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Manifold Tank System

Tanks Number of Tanks (0) Number of tanks in fuel system. 0-48

Tank # Name (Tank 1) Given name of the tank. abc#

Type Special 1 Type of tank used. Std/Spcl

Manifolded (No) Enable a manifold. Yes/No

Manifold # (1) Number of manifold. 1-24

Manifolds

Manifold # Name (Manifold 1) Given name of manifold. abc#

Product # (1) Number of product in tanks. 1-48

Delivery Threshold (200.0 gal) Amount of increase to detect delivery. # gal Theft Threshold (5.0 gal) Amount of decrease to detect theft. # gal

E-Mail

Group Name Parameter Name Parameter Value Description

E-Mail “From” Address [email protected] Address of sender (console). SMTP Host your_smtp_host_address IP address of SMTP Host.

SMTP Port 25 Port address of SMTP.

Enable Authentication No Data authentication (if required). Maximum Queue Size 20 Maximum size of queue in Megabytes.

Retry Timeout 3600 Time, in seconds, that the console will wait before attempting to resend the message.

Watchdog Timeout 30 Time, in seconds, that the console self-monitoring program waits when it expects and error due to software or power quality problems.

Events

Group Name Parameter Name Parameter Value Description Options

Rules

Rule – New Rule # Name (New Rule #) Given name of rule. abc#

Enabled (No) Yes to enable rule. Yes/No

Events

Event Type (New Alarm Occurred) Event type that triggers action. New Alarm Occurred; Alarm Status Changed; Application Event;

Scheduled Category (Any) System that event occurs in to trigger

action. System;Any;

FMS; VRM; SCM; Other Code (Any) Error/Trouble Event Code that triggers

action. (see below)

Device (Any) Device that created the alarm

condition. Various

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Tank Sentinel Anyware (TSA)

Navigating Applications Remotely

TSA offers several ways to navigate through applications: easy-to-read web pages that use hyperlink text (words or characters that, when clicked, take you to another page) to move through the menus, text and drop boxes and buttons allow inputs to be made efficiently, and on-screen prompts automatically pop-up instructions to verify each step. Not all application functions, like Network Configurations, are available at all levels though, so, in order to access these coptions, you need to be logged in at a high enough User Role.

Accessing Tank Sentinel Anyware

1. To access the console using TSA, open a web browsing application.

2. Type the IP address (the default IP Address is 192.168.168.168) into the address bar of the browser window. To access the console using a remote PC, setup communications per Section 2 of this manual. When using a PC or Laptop to access console applications through a direct or network connection, a TS-5 console incorporates a XML (eXtensible Markup Language) based access method. If the console is equipped with an optional LCD screen, the connection settings may be modified using the touch screen function of the console.

Making Changes to System Parameters

1. To make any changes on a settings page, click Edit.

2. Once the preferred selections have been altered, click the confirmation option Yes in the yellow shaded area near the

top of the window.

3. At this point, the system may prompt for a password.

Password Prompting

After changes have been made to the consoles parameters, if the appropriate access level has not been entered, the system will prompt for a password.

If you haven’t obtained the appropriate access level, you will be prompted “Error: Insufficient privileges” in a red shaded area, near the top of the window.

1. Type the password for the access level required to save changes into the text-box and click Apply.

2. You will then be prompted again to save your changes; click the confirmation option Yes in the yellow shaded area

near the top of the window.

When you’ve finished with configuring your programming options, keep system security in mind and, to prevent

unauthorized personnel from gaining access to console configurations, lower the access level to Guest. To do this from the TSA interface, click TS-550 System - Guest access level. Notice that the User Role changes back to Guest.

Setup

The programming options for the TSA interface are identical to the LCD interface; however, they are represented differently due to their respective graphical interfaces. Use the programming tables in Section 3 as a reference in programming your console with TSA.

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Backup Configuration Files

Download

Backup configurations allow you to download the setup file and store it on any PC or Laptop connected to the console. This file is can be uploaded to the console in the future to recover lost settings or copy settings from one site to another. 1. Open a web browsing application, type the IP address (the default IP address is 192.168.168.168) into the address bar

of the browser window.

2. The console will navigate to the Home Status page, indicated by the word Status displayed in the header.

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4. To download a site configuration, click Download. A File

Download dialog box may appear, and, if it does, select

Save to open an explorer window.

5. Select a location to save the configuration file. Then, type the File Name you want to create. Use something that identifies the file with the site and represents the date saved. Click Save.

The file is now stored in the location of your choice and ready to upload when necessary. It is recommended that a backup copy of this file is created and stored on another medium, to ensure that the file’s integrity is maintained.

Upload

When required, the backup configuration file will need to be reloaded onto the console to restore a previous setup. When uploading, it is important to remember that network parameters may be affected by the change, rendering it unreachable from a remote location. If the downloaded file contains an IP address different from the one currently in use, someone will need to locally reprogram the correct address into the console in order to communicate remotely.

1. Open a web browsing application, type the IP address (the default IP Address is 192.168.168.168) into the address bar of the browser window. The console will navigate to the Home Status page, indicated by the word Status in the header.

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2. Left-click once on Setup.

3. To upload a configuration file, click Upload on the Setup page. At this point, the console may prompt for a password if

the proper access level has not been obtained.

5. An Upload Confirmation window will open. Left-Click

Browse to locate the correct file. Find the location of

your configuration file, click on the file name, and then click Open.

This process may take a few moments for the console to apply the settings and reboot. To indicate that the update was successful, you will see this notification window.

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Miscellaneous

Leak Testing

All TS-5 series console models meet (or exceed) the requirements of the U.S. Environment Protection Agency (EPA/530/ UST-90/006 test protocol) for Automatic Tank Gauging Systems (ATGS) for Monthly Monitoring for 0.2 gal/hr leaks of Underground Storage Tanks. The system(s) also meet (or exceed) the requirements for Annual Tank Tightness Testing for 0.1 gal/hr leaks of the National Work Group on Leak Detection Evaluations (NWGLDE). For the most recent third-party documentation, visit the NWGLDE website at www.nwglde.org.

Overview

Tank and/or line leak tests are performed on a regular schedule according to test type. In addition, leak tests can be started manually from the console display or web interface.

To obtain valid results, leak tests should be started when conditions in the tank or line are stable and will remain stable throughout the test (such as during non-business hours). A test will not and can not pass if tank and/or line conditions are disturbed. Deliveries and dispenses will cause thermal instability or product turbulence, which will interfere with tank leak testing. These disturbances may cause the test to report a failure, an increased result, or cause the test to run for 8 hours and report an indeterminate test result. Wait at least 6 hours after a product delivery, and 2 hours after product dispensing stops, before forcing Tank Leak Tests.

Make sure there is enough time to run the test without interruption – print out a test Estimate Report before running a tank test. Generally tank tests take about 4 to 5 hours to finish (the exact time required depends on the type of test being performed, size of the tank, volume of product in the tank, and the product temperature).

The best time to test the tank integrity (leak test) is when it is full or nearly full. Regulatory requirements in some areas insist on having a certain percentage of product in the tank before a test can be considered valid and in compliance. Try to run tests on tanks that are 50% full or greater. SCALD leak tests can run only when tank levels are at or above the set “Qualify” value.

Tank Leak Tests – Type and Frequency

Tank Testing software (option T) includes Static and SCALD tank testing. Both tests comply with federal, state and local

codes and regulatory agencies, which specify how often to run these tests. Consult and comply with these rules and regulations.

Caution It is the tank owner’s obligation to comply with the procedures and the reporting requirements of _{federal, state and local regulations. You are legally bound to follow these regulations explicitly.} When policies conflict with this manual, follow the regulations.

Static Tank Testing Requirements

• Print a leak test Estimate Report.

• There must be enough quiet time to finish the test with no product dispensing.

Note: A 10,000 gallon tank requires about 5 or 6 hours to finish.

• Wait at least 6 hours after a product delivery – or – 2 hours after a product dispense. Active tanks without Stage II vapor recovery may require longer stabilization periods.

INCON does not recommend running both Line & Tank Leak Tests at the same time.

When to Force Static Tank Leak Tests

• To comply with federal, state, and local regulatory agency requirements. • To comply with the policy and procedures of your site.

• Whenever a leak detection sensor alarms — this is especially important when a discriminating BriteSensor detects a liquid / vapor hydrocarbon (product). A failed leak test and BriteSensor product alarm indicates a tank or product-line leak.

Note: Standard/product alarms may be caused by motor oil runoff during heavy rains, or because a BriteSensor has

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1. To force a Static Tank Leak test, press the FMS button

in the Application Window.

2. Press the Application Menu button.

3. Select the Control button in the FMS Menu.

4. The FMS Control Menu will display the systems available for testing. To view control options for the tanks system, press the Tanks button.

5. On the FMS Tank Control Screen, press the button that corresponds with the tank to be tested.

6. Touch the screen to highlight the desired test, then press the Checkmark button to begin the testing

process.

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Tank Leak Test Results

Leak test results are either increase, passed, failed, or indeterminate. Reasons Why Tank Leak Tests Fail

The tank leaks.

Temperature instability – temperature variations of the product within the tank after a delivery is the most common source of interference and failed leak tests / false alarms (a failure to detect real leaks can also result). Look at the hourly temperature data on the leak test report and retest if the variation is more than a few tenths of a degree. Large changes in product temperature from the start to the end of the test.

Water Level changes from the start to the end of the test.

Evaporation and loss of product through the vent stack will look exactly like a leak. Evaporation can be a problem during high seasonal temperatures and/or high winds, and when liquid level exposes the greatest surface area for evaporation (half full tanks are worse). Seasonal variations in product composition, size of the tank (larger is worse), and tank vent configuration are also evaporation factors.

Tank Deformation -- the tank changes shape after a large product delivery.

Tidal Action – in coastal communities, groundwater levels maybe be affected, and, as a result, may deform the tank. During certain times of the day, the tide changes inconsistently.

Tank Cross-Talk – level changes in one tank causes a level change in an adjacent tank or compartment. Product is being dispensed during a test.

Steps to Take When a Tank Leak Test Fails

Leak tests do occasionally fail and a single failed leak test should not be a cause for great concern. Remember, if the confidence level of the test is 99%, there is a 1% chance that the system will give a false answer.

Caution Don’t excavate/repair a tank because of a single failed leak test. Reference your site policy and _{procedures plan.}

If you fail a leak test, review the leak test report to determine if there is an obvious source of interference with the test (see the Causes of Leak Test Failures section for an example of a Tank Leak Test Report). If such a source of interference is identified, retest the tank as soon as possible. Retest the tank to validate or invalidate the first test result if no source of interference can be identified. If necessary, run several tests.

If repeated tests indicate a leak and no obvious source of interference is found, then immediately have the tank precision/pressure tested. If the precision test confirms the presence of a leak, then the tank owner must take corrective action in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.

Warning The owner of the tank is legally obligated to comply with reporting and procedural requirements _{of federal, state and local regulations. These must be followed explicitly. Serious legal, health} and safety hazards could result from not taking immediate and proper action. For instances when codes and regulations conflict with this manual, follow the regulations set by governing agencies.

SCALD Tank Leak Tests

SCALD (Statistical Continuous Automatic Leak Detection) is optional on Franklin Fueling Systems tank gauges. It runs 24hrs a day and is used to perform 0.2 gph tests on tanks that are always in use.

SCALD works by collecting Quiet Intervals (QIs) in between dispensing. A QI is obtained when a thermally stable tank is idle for 20 minutes with no dispensing, no deliveries and no other movement of the probe floats. Once four QIs are collected, the Automatic Tank Gauge (ATG) will analyze the data and either Pass, Fail, Increase or discard that test because the data is not statistically sound. Four QIs can be collected over a period of several days or weeks.

• If the result is a Pass, then a test result of Pass will be generated.

• If the result is Fail or Increase, then another test will be run to ensure that this is not a false alarm. Three Failed or Increase tests in a row will produce a test result of Failed or Increase.

• If the data is not statistically sound, then the test is discarded. No new test result will be generated and SCALD will continue to run. The fact that a result was discarded is recorded and can be seen in the Status number that accompanies the next generated test result.

• On rare occasions certain conditions can arise that can prevent SCALD from getting enough QIs to complete a test. • • • • • • • • •

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Reasons Why SCALD Tank Tests may Fail • Temperature

• If a site is receiving deliveries frequently and the temperature of the fuel being delivered is several degrees different then the fuel in the tank, then SCALD will not be able to collect QIs due to thermal instability. The temperature of the fuel can not change more than .01°F during a 20 min QI.

• If a pump control relay is stuck closed and the pump is running all of the time, the temperature in the tank can be much higher than the other tanks. Due to this high temperature and the fact that the pump is running and causing turbulence in the tank, no QIs will be collected.

• No Quiet Time

• SCALD needs four 20 minute QIs in order to complete a test. These QIs are normally found in the early

morning hours. If a site is so busy that there are no 20 minute periods of no dispensing, then SCALD will not be able to complete a test.

TS-LS500 Auto Learn Line Leak Testing

Overview

A 0.2 gph and a 0.1 gph test line leak tests can be started from the console. Some jurisdictions recommend that a 0.1 gph annual precision line leak test be run yearly. The 0.2 gph test runs automatically on a daily basis. The coarse 3 gph line test runs automatically after every dispense. State and local regulations may require more frequent tests and inspections. Make sure your site personnel are aware of all of the issues and requirements comply with these regulations.

Caution It is the tank owner’s obligation to comply with the procedures and the reporting requirements of _{federal, state and local regulations. You are legally bound to follow these explicitly. Where they} conflict with this manual, follow the regulations.

Line Leak Test Requirements

Create adequate quiet time – Prevent and stop all dispensing, on the line to be tested, before and during a test (bag or tape poly over dispenser and dispenser lever).

GPH precision tests normally need 4 hours of quiet time (where no dispensing occurs) before the test is started. Usually the test takes 13 minutes to complete.

0.2 GPH monthly tests normally need 13 minutes to 4 hours of quiet time to finish.

When to Force Line Leak Tests

To comply with Federal, State, and local Regulatory Agency requirements. To comply with the policy and procedures of your site.

When a leak detection sensor alarms – per policy and procedures at your site. • • • • • •

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Lines MUST be calibrated and enabled prior to forcing leak tests. 1. To force a Line Leak test, press the FMS button in the

Application Window.