The fuel level sensor

"EPSILON"
Models EN and EZ
Instruction manual
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 Content
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Introduction 3
1. Description and operation 3
1.1. Description of the sensor operation 3
1.2. Description of the components operation 18
2. Operations 20
2.1. Operation limits 20
2.2. Explosion-proofness
2.3. Preparation for use 21
2.4. Usage 22
3. Technical maintenance 23
3.1. Technical maintenance of the sensor 23
4. Current maintenance 26
4.1. Current maintenance of the sensor 26
4.2. Current maintenance of the components 26
5. Transportation and storing of the sensor 29

This instruction manual is designed to inform users about operation and maintenance
of the fuel level sensor "EPSILON" models EN and EZ, hereafter referred to as the
sensor or FLS.
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The staff, which operates this sensor, must read this instruction manual carefully.
This instruction manual is referred to all the modifications of "EPSILON" models EN
and EZ.
This sensor doesn’t generate any hazardous emissions and doesn’t produce any other
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negative effects on humans and the environment.

1. Description and operation

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1.1. Description of the sensor operation

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1.1.1. Product designation.

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This sensor is designed to measure fuel level inside fuel tanks of vehicles and stationary
fuel storages. The sensor could be applied for measurement of any non-conductive
FLSids.
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 The sensor should be applied with equipment that supports a unified protocol of
Epsilon Data Exchange (hereafter referred to as EDE).
The sensor is compatible with various kinds of control units, concentrators and GPS
monitoring devices, such as:
- "Autograph";
- "Scout";
- "Locarus";
- "Intellitrac";
- "Patriot";
- "Teletrack";
- "Teltonika";
- "M2M – Cyber GLX";
- "Ruptela FM";
- "FM blue" and others.
1.1.2. Specifications.
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Table 1.1.
Unit
of
Characteristic or parameter meas Value Remark
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1 2 3 4
General
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Working temperature range С – 40 … + 75
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Measuring head dust and moisture

IP67
protection level
Operating regime Continuous
Measurement
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Upper limit of the level measuring range, from 150 to

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mm (1)
depending on modification 3000
The limits of reduced error level
% ±1.0 (2)
measurement
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 Models
1.5…3.3
EXXxх-XXXX
Relative electric permittivity range of values
Models
for operating FLSid (ε)
1.5…5 EXХRxх-
XXXX (3)
Averaging period of measurement results с 0…32

Measurement information width bit 10;12;16 (4)

2400, 4800,
bits
9600, 19200,
per Selected by
Data rate of COM port 38400,
seco program
57600,
nd
115200
Estimation of vehicle inclination
degre
The range of vehicle inclination estimation ±75 (5)
e
Resolving ability of vehicle inclination degre
0.1 (5)
estimation e
Data interpretative code width bit 16 (5)
Estimation of measuring head
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temperature
The range of measuring head temperature
°С - 40…+ 85
estimation
The width of measuring head data
bit 8
interpretative code
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Built-in data concentrator

Maximum number of connected external
pcs 7 (6)
FLS
Maximum number of calibration chart pcs
960 (7)
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records for all FLS

Maximum number of calibration chart pcs
960 (7)
records for random FLS
Measurement information width bit 10;12;16
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Power
from 9 till
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Supply voltage, operational range V Nominal

36
Useful current, no more than m 50 Model EN
Model EZ
250
(8)
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 +160, 1 s
Permissible impact of impulse voltage
V -1000, (8, 9)
through power circuits
continuous.
Permissible short-time impact of electric
potential between signal ground and V 1500 (10)
measuring head cabinet
Interface
RS-232 Model EN2
RS-485 Model EN4
RS-232 and
RS-485
Digital Model EN6
(independent
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RS-232 or
RS-485 Model EZ6 (11)
(dependent)
Connection dimensions, weight
5 holes
Modification of flange diameter 4.5 (12)
mm
Type of fuel probe connecting thread М36×1.5
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Height of measuring head over tank surface,

mm 30 (13)
including flange, no more than
Sensor weight, no more than kg 3.2 (14)
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1 The level measuring range is the distance Ly between the cap claw (where there is)
or the cap bottom surface (without cap claw) of the fuel probe and drain port bottom
edge, which are minimum and maximum scale values respectively (see fig 1.1).
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2 For fuel control with the same dielectric permittivity for the fuel, which used for
calibration. For other kinds of fuel, the personal should use calibration chart
(according to fuel dielectric permittivity table).
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3 For level measurement of other dielectric liquids, it is necessary to use other

special fuel probe types, depending on the liquid parameters and operation
conditions.
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 4 There are two formats of data representation: 16 and 10; 12 bits. Capacity 10 or 12
bits is defined by programming controller. Default value is12 bit.

5 For both of two axes (lateral and transversal).

6 External FLS connections are possible for model EN6 only. For other models it is
possible to use internal calibration chart only. Quantity of external connected FLS
depends on ports functionality. If port RS-232 is mapped, maximal possible quantity
of connected external FLS is 1, otherwise (port RS-485) – 7.

7 Total amounts of calibration chart records could be distributed randomly between

any FLS. Calibration chart of any FLS could be absent (no records) or all records
could be belonged to single FLS.

Total amount of all FLS calibration chart records couldn't be more than 960.

If FLS doesn’t contain calibration chart for actual volume estimation, actual level
and volume of the tank are applied.

8 For the model EZ the parameter is shown for simultaneous usage of the FGU and
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electrical protection unit BIZ-EZ.

9 Impulse parameters comply with requirements of State Standard 28751-90 (ГОСТ

28751-90) (unit class А, degree of fixity 3 for 24 V of supply-line voltage).
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10 Exposure time is up to 1 second. For EZ model unit– voltage difference between

signal ground of spark protection block and measuring head cabinet.

11 For EZ model unit concurrent operating is possible by single interface only.

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12 Other modifications of flange are possible by agreement with the customer.

13 Except packing washer.

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14 Total weight of the sensor depends on the length and modification of its fuel prob.
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 Fig.1.1
1.1.3. Contained parts.
1.1.3.1. Main contained parts.
The main contained parts are the probing device and attached detecting head, which
is fixed to FS tank surface with flange (Fig 1.2).
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Fig.1.2. General view of FLS with string central contact (left) and pluggable central
contact (right).
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1.1.3.2. Product designation and brief summary of the model range

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 There are different identification marks of sensor, depending on the interface type,
measuring liquid dielectric permittivity, presence of tilt meter, probing device type
and length.

Identification of Identification
measuring head of fuel probe

E Х 6 R i m - H 075
Model
Fuel probe length (cm)
EN
EZ
Fuel probe design

Interface type
space - string
2 - RS-232
H - pluggable
4 - RS-485
6 - RS-232+RS-485
8 - CAN operational characteristics
and combinations
For measurement
of liquids space - absent
dielectric i - presence of tilt meter
permittivity m - data processing considering
tank models
space - from 1.5 to 3.3
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R - from 1.5 to 5

Fig. 1.3.

Epsilon EN2" – provides data exchange by RS-232 interface. "Epsilon EN4" -

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provides data exchange by RS-485 interface.

"Epsilon EN6" – has two independent interfaces: RS-232 and RS-485. This sensor
is able to be a data concentrator for other FLS.
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"Epsilon EZ6" – is operated only together with spark protection unit BIZ-EZ. Spark
protection unit BIZ-EZ - provides explosion protection of sensor model "EZ" and
data exchange by RS-232 and RS-485 interfaces.
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1.1.3.3 Sensor identification to order.

1.1.3.3.1 Sensor identification contains of:

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Designation;
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 Sensor type - "Epsilon"
Model designation;
Interface type;
Relative electric permittivity range of values for operating fluids;
Operational characteristics
Modification of fuel probe;
Fuel probe length (cm);
Identification of these specifications.
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 1.1.3.3.2 Example of "Epsilon" sensors’ identification recording when
ordering and in documentation of other products, where it can be applied:

Fuel level sensor

"Epsilon" EN6Ri-H075 TOR U30466754-07:2013,
where:
- " Fuel level sensor"– item;
- "Epsilon" – name;
- "EN" – model;
- "6" – RS-232 and RS-485 interfaces;
- "R" – for measuring in a liquid with dielectric permittivity between 1.5
and 5;
- "i" – presence of an inclinometer;
- "-" – separator character in an identification;
- "H" – plug-in probe;
- "075" – probe length is 75 cm;

1.1.3.3.3 Probe length determination when ordering (see fig. 1.4)

Required length of the probe is determined by formula

L of probe = extern. L of tank – ∆, where:
L of probe – length of probe upon ordering (see fig. 1.5, 1.6);
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extern. L of tank – external height of tank in the place of sensor

installation;
∆ – size of gap between the probe and the bottom of the tank.
Recommended values of the gap:
- ∆ = 10…20 mm – for hard metallic tanks (higher elevation of the tank must
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comply with higher value of gap);

- ∆ = 30 mm – for hard tanks having insufficient rigidity (such as plastic
tanks of considerable height).
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 Flange

L of probe
Ext. L of tank

Fig. 1.4 Probe length determination when ordering

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L of probe
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Fig. 1.5 Probe with a string

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L of probe
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Fig. 1.6 Probe with plug contact

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It is recommended to use the probes having lengths, standardized by

manufacturer (see table 1.1) – this will eliminate additional works during
sensor installing or replacing.
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 Thus, for example, overall height of the tank semi-trailer tractors of such
widespread brands as DAF, MAN, Renault, Scania is 620 mm – it is necessary to
apply the sensor with 600 mm long probe for them.
Sensor manufacturer provides the following set of standardized lengths of
probes (Table 1.1)

Table 1.1
Recommended length Typical vehicle models
of the probe
800 Special vehicles
600 Semitrailer tractors DAF, IVECO, MAN,
Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Scania etc., technique
on their platform.
510 KAMAZ, KrAZ trucks, technique on their
platform
420 MAZ trucks, technique on their platform
340 ZIL trucks
250 Light commercial vehicle, minibuses
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In case if data on the length in the record is absent, measuring probe is

typically supplied 750 mm long.
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 1.1.3.4 Delivery package

1.1.3.4.1 Basic delivery package

Table 1.2

Quantity,
Models

pcs.
Name Notes

1 2 3 4
Measuring head EN, EZ 1
Probe EN, EZ 1
Flange EN, EZ 1
Rubber seal ring EN, EZ 1
Support of the probe EN, EZ 1
Socket plug cap EN 1
Self-drilling helical screw EN, EZ 4 Ø 4.2х19 mm
Self-drilling helical screw EZ 2 Ø 3.9х16 mm
Self-drilling helical screw for EN, EZ 1 Ø 4.2х19, stainless, with an
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sealing aperture for sealing

Tamper-evident seal EN 2 With wire for sealing
EZ 4
Interface cable EN2 EN2, 1 Length 7.5 m
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EN4
Interface cable EN6 EN6 1 Length 7.5 m
EZ Length up to 300 m
Interface cable EZ 1
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manufactured upon request

Interface cable BIZ EZ 1 Length 1.0 m
Cable tightening EN, EZ 15 200х3.6 mm
Spark protection module BIZ- EZ
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EZ
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Grounding wire EZ 1 Length 1 m

EN, EZ
String with 1 SPTA
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string
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1 2 3 4
Fuse strip 0.1 А 250V EN 1 Ø 5х20 mm, quick-action
Fuse strip 0.5 А 250V EZ 1 Ø 5х20 mm, quick-action
EN, EZ
Insertion label with 1 Scheme of string fixing
string
Vehicular safety appliance 1А EZ 1

1.1.3.4.2 Additional accessories

Table 1.3
Name Indication Quantity Notes
Socket plug IEC EN C.100 1 Installed on the tank after
complete dismantling of the
sensor
Socket plug-cover IEC EN. 002.0 1 Installed on the tank after
removal of the measuring
head
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EX2 cable for IEC ES С.100 1 For models EN2

connecting a Supplied upon additional
sensor to PC request
EX4 cable for IEC ES С.100- 1 For models EN4
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connecting a 01 Supplied upon additional

sensor to PC request
EX6 cable for IEC EN СА.100 1 For models EN6, EZ6
connecting a Supplied upon additional
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sensor to PC request
CD-ROM with EN.000 CD1 1 Supplied upon additional
software request
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Table 1.4
Name Identification Q-ty Notes
Passport EN.000 ПС 1 For model EN
Passport EZ.000 ПС 1 For model EZ
Passport BIZ-EZ.000 ПС 1 For spark protection module
Operation manual EN.000 РЕ 1 copy per batch on a single
1
address
Installation EN.000 ИМ Supplied upon additional request
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manual

1.1.4 Structure and Functioning

Measuring of fuel level is carried out by measuring head together with

probe immersed into the fuel.
When immersed into the fuel, probe of sensor performs the function of a
variable capacitor whose capacitance is linearly dependent on the filling level of
fuel.
Sensor’s measuring head performs a linear transformation of probe's
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capacitance into a digital code of the fuel level, processing of obtained digital data
with averaging the measurement results, measurement of head’s temperature
and data output in unified EDE Protocol via RS-485 or RS-232 interface. Fuel level
data is outputted in form of 16-bit value, and optionally as 10- or 12-bit value
selectable, data about the temperature – in the form of 8-bit value. In order to
estimate acceleration and angle of vehicle's inclination, for purpose of estimation
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of reliability of level value and its further compensation depending on the angle,
there is the inclinometer built in the head.
In order to define volume of controlled fuel, the procedure of the fuel tank
calibration should be performed, at which dependence between the volume of
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fuel and level code is determined.

Calibration procedure control and establishing data exchange parameters
by means of "eS Install" software are described in Appendix А to the document
"EN.000 ИМ. Installation manual ".
EDE data exchange protocol is given in Appendix B of that document.
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The embedded software update process, as well as saving and restoration

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process of configuration data is described in Appendix C of that document.

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 1.1.5 Labeling and Sealing

1.1.5.1 Labeling

1.1.5.1.1 Labeling of measuring head:

- name and label for goods and services of the enterprise-
manufacturer;
- name and conventional identification;
- explosion-proofing labeling;
- operational temperature range;
- serial (factory) number according to the system of enterprise-
manufacturer.

1.1.5.1.2 Labeling of spark protection module (for "EZ" models):

- name and label for goods and services of the enterprise-
manufacturer;
- name and conventional identification;
- explosion-proofing labeling;
- operational temperature range;
- lettering "Intrinsically safe circuits";
- serial (factory) number according to the system of enterprise-
manufacturer.
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1.1.5.1.3 Labeling on sensor packaging:

- name and label for goods and services of the enterprise-
manufacturer;
- name and conventional identification;
- production date (month, year);
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- explosion-proofing labeling (for "EZ" model);

- type and length of the probe;
- operational temperature range;
- TOR number, according to which sensor is manufactured;
- lettering "Made in Ukraine";
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- serial (factory) number in Arabic numerals;

- serial (factory) number in the form of barcode.

1.1.5.2 Sealing
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In order to protect sensor and spark protection module against

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unauthorized tampering, tamper-evident seals are installed.

One seal protects the measuring head from unscrewing, and the rest are installed
on separable interface cable connections.
Sealing procedure is described in section 4 of the document "EN.000 ИМ.
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 1.1.6 Packing

Measuring head with attached probe is packed in polyethylene "sleeve" and

building kit from basic delivery package (see table 1.2) and spark protection
module (for models "EZ"), are packed in sealed polyethylene packages.
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 1.2 Description of product components

1.2.1 Measuring heads

Sensor’s measuring head (fig. 1.2) contains:

- capacitometer;
- inclinometer (in certain models);
- data concentrator with calibration tables;
- digital data processing circuit;
- data exchange device;
- galvanic barrier (for model EN);
- power stabilizer and scheme providing necessary protection of input
and output circuits.
Connection with external devices is provided through interface cable.
Capacitometer performs the conversion of current capacity of the probe
into digital code. Conversion is a linear function with variable parameters.
Inclinometer is present in the models of EXХXiх-XXXX version. Inclinometer
is executed on the basis of accelerometer with high resolution, and designed for
evaluation of acceleration and inclination angle of the vehicle, in order to estimate
reliability of the fuel level value and for possibility of its consequent compensation
depending on inclination angle.
Built-in data concentrator features in all listed models, however, using it
together with other sensors is possible only with EN6 model due to the presence
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of two independent interfaces RS-232 and RS-485. Designation of master and

slave ports is set programmatically. Other models may only use embedded
calibration tables on the eigenvalues.
Digital data processing circuit performs control of capacitance meter (range,
zero offset, etc.) as well as temperature compensation, filtering and scaling the
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obtained data. Data exchange device allows data exchange with the monitoring
device, saving / loading of calibration and configuration data of fuel level sensor,
remote upgrade of built-in software via serial interface.
Built-in galvanic isolation is an additional instrument fuel level sensor safety
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system, and it is designed for isolation of measuring element’s and probe’s circuits
from the rest of electronics of the head.
This solution eliminates the possibility of passage interference currents on
circuits "case – signal ground”, increases interference immunity of measuring
element, enhances stability and reliability of the entire device.
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For EZ model galvanic barrier is realized in spark protection module BIZ-EZ.

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The measuring head is attached to the probe by means of a threaded

connection. Tightness of measuring head's attachment is provided by sealing ring
located in the end groove.
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1.2.2 Probe
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 The probe is a coaxial capacitor formed by a pipe made of aluminum alloy
(outer electrode) and an insulated copper string or aluminum alloy pin (inner
electrode). Required string tension is supported by a spring that is located in
contact of the probe’s connector. Concentricity of a pin and an outer pipe is
provided by internal plastic inserts.
1.2.3 Spark protection module BIZ-EZ (for model "Epsilon EZ")
Intrinsic Safety Requirements for sensor of "EZ" model is provided by
connecting them via spark protection module, which is included in delivery
package.
Spark protection module is designed for power supply of the sensor with
type of explosion protection "intrinsically safe electrical circuit" of "ia" level, and
for exchange of information signals with a sensor via RS-485 interface. Spark
protection module has galvanic insulation both between inputs and outputs of
power supply, and between inputs and outputs of RS-485 interface.
Spark safety of electrical circuits of a unit, associated with equipment in
potentially explosive area, is provided by current and voltage limiting in electrical
circuits down to intrinsically safe values.
Spark protection module is designed for installation beyond the potentially
explosive areas. It relates to an apparatus of active type and is designed for the
protection of intrinsically safe circuits under the influence of a voltage up to
250 V.
Power supply of spark protection module is carried out from the source of
direct current with voltage of 9...36 V. Parameter values of intrinsically safe
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circuits of spark protection module are given in Table 2.2.

1.2.4 Flange
Flange serves for hermetic fixing of the probe to the tank of vehicle. Fixation
of flange to the tank is realized by means of self-drilling screws. Tight seal
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between tank and flange is provided by a rubber gasket.

1.2.5 Interface cable

Interface cable is designed for connecting measuring head to external
devices. Interface cable is protected against mechanical impacts with flexible
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metal hose or corrugated pipe.

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 2 INTENDED USAGE

2.1 Operating restrictions

2.1.1 During operation of the sensor it is prohibited:

– to use the device inappropriately;
– to connect the sensors to devices, whose interface does not meet the
specifications indicated in this manual;
– to expose device to the impact of aggressive media;
– to supply power, exceeding the limit value of 36 V;
– to allow exposure to pulsed voltage on power circuits with values greater
than the values listed in the Table 1.1.
2.1.2 Using an item with fluids, preserving their aggregate state in the
operating temperature range, is allowed.
2.1.3 Dielectric permeability measured liquid should correspond to liquid
permeability, applied when calibrating. Failure to observe this results in an
increase in measuring errors.

2.2. Explosive safety

2.2.1 EN model sensors are explosion proof, have "1ExsiaIICT6 Х" explosion
proof mark and can be used in Class 1 and 2 explosion-hazardous areas – head,
and 0, 1, 2 – probe. Sign "Х" in explosion proofing labeling indicates specific
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conditions of sensors’ safe application, lies in the following:

- sensors should be included in the electrical circuits of equipment, powered
only from the vehicle battery with a voltage not exceeding 36 V, and having
no electrical connections with electrical equipment which has other sources
of power;
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- connection of sensors to the mains must be carried out via a fuse with a
nominal value of not more than 0.1 A.
EZ model sensors are explosion proof, have explosion proofing labeling "0
Ex ia IIВ T6" and can be used in Class 0, 1 and 2 explosion-hazardous areas.
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Explosion proofing of EZ model sensor is provided by its connection via

spark protection module BIZ-EZ.
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 Table 2.1 Parameter values of intrinsically safe field circuits of model EZ sensor:
Meas.
Name of feature or parameter Value
unit
Maximum input voltage, U0 V 8.0

Maximum input current, I0 100

mA

Maximum internal capacitance, C0 80

mfd
Maximum internal inductance, L0 mH 0.2

2.2.2 Spark protection module "BIZ-EZ" has explosion proofing labelling

"ExiaIIВ" and can only be installed in explosion safe area.

Table 2.2 Parameter values of intrinsically safe field circuits of spark protection
module
Meas.
Name of feature or parameter Value
unit
Maximum input voltage, U0 V 8.0

Maximum input current, I0 450

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mA

Maximum internal capacitance, C0 80

mfd
Maximum internal inductance, L0 mH 0.5
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* - maximum values of L0, C0 spark protection module are established

considering 1.5-tuple safety factor
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2.3 Preparation for use

Preparation of item for use is performed in accordance with "EN.000 ИМ

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 2.4 Item application

2.4.1 Application of a sensor consists in obtaining electronic information on

the fuel level in tank from it by external device (such as onboard controller).
Sensor control is performed by external device via interface cable and does not
require any additional operator's intervention.

2.4.2 The list of possible malfunctions and their solutions

Table 2.1
Malfunction Troubleshooting
Sensor transmits the data about the
Check the tank for the presence of
maximum level of fuel in tank,
conductive liquid (water) and drain it
although the actual level of fuel is less
at presence
than the maximum value

Consult your authorized dealer or

Sensor stopped transmitting data manufacturer with request to replace
about the level of fuel in the tank the measuring sensor head or the
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2.4.3 Operation in extreme conditions

In case of fire, having occurred in the location of sensor, you must

disconnect onboard power supply and perform all standard procedures for
extinguishing fire in the vehicle.
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 3 MAINTENANCE

3.1 Item Maintenance

3.1.1 General guidelines

3.1.1.1 Sensor is a maintenance-free product, but if vehicle

maintenance regulation provides procedure of fuel tank prophylaxis, then
it is advisable to simultaneously perform preventive maintenance of sensor
as well.
Spark protection module is subject to examination at least once every
6 months (see 3.1.3.2).

3.1.1.2 Only personnel who are familiar with this operating manual and
the document "EN.000 ИМ. Installation manual" is admitted to sensor
maintenance.

3.1.2 Safety measures

3.1.2.1 During maintenance of fuel level sensor, organizational and technical

measures, providing safe operation of control and measuring equipment,
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auxiliary equipment and consumables.

3.1.2.2 Responsibility for the implementation of security measures is

imposed on the technical staff carrying out the installation of fuel level sensor, as
well as on the personnel responsible for equipment of the work site.
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3.1.2.3 Requirements of fire safety rules, acting on the territory of consumer,

must be observed on the work site.

3.1.2.4 Requirements of occupational safety regulations in accordance with

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those, acting on customer’s site, must be observed on the vehicles on the work site
of sensor installation.
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 3.1.3 Order of item maintenance

3.1.3.1 Sensor maintenance

Complete dismantling of sensor must be performed in the following
consequence (fig. 3.1):
- to disconnect interface and connecting cable;
- to unscrew and remove measuring head, after that to unscrew sensor probe
from the flange;
- to close an aperture of flange with socket plug IEC EN C. 100 (see Table 1.3),
as shown in fig. 3.1;

Fig. 3.1 Complete dismantling of fuel level sensor and installing socket plug
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- to wash entire part of probe with fuel (with which the sensor is
opertated) and to blow with compressed air;
- to control own parameters of the measuring head (using "eS Install"
software, according to procedure, described in appendix А of the
document "EN.000 ИМ. Installation manual ");
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- to perform installation and sealing of the sensor according to

requirements 1.1.5.2.
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3.1.3.2 Maintenance of Spark Protection Module

Maintenance of spark protection module consists in its examination and
elimination of violations during the operation.
During examination it is necessary to perform the following operations:
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- to inspect the case and to identify mechanical damage;

- to clean the case of spark protection module from dust and dirt;
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- to check labeling;
- to check the attachment of module;
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 - to check the quality electrical connection to the ground bus or to a vehicle
body;
- to check the quality of connection of external circuits;
- to check the integrity of protective seals.
In case of detecting damages it is necessary to eliminate them, and if it is
impossible to correct problems, to carry out the replacement of damaged parts.
It is forbidden to operate spark protection module with damages and
malfunctions, as well as its repair.
In case if it becomes necessary to disassemble spark protection module,
disassembling should be performed in the following consequence:
- to disconnect the power connector (from BIZ interface cable);
- to disconnect intrinsically safe circuit connector (from EZ interface cable);
- to disconnect the ground wire of spark protection module casing from
grounding bus terminal or vehicle body;
- to remove spark protection module from place of installation.
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 4 TEMPORARY REPAIR

4.1 Item temporary repair

4.1.1 General guidelines

4.1.1.1 Temporary item repair can be carried out only regarding

replacement of the measuring head. Sensor’s measuring head itself is non-
repairable item, and during guaranteed service life it retains stability of its
parameters.

4.1.1.1 Only personnel who are familiar with this operation manual and
with document "EN.000 ИМ. Installation instruction" is admitted to performance
of works.

4.1.1.3 Safety precautions during measuring head replacement are

similar to those during sensor maintenance (see 3.1.2)

4.2 Temporary repair of item components

4.2.1 Repair (replacement) of measuring head

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4.2.1.1 In case of measuring head failure, and if vehicle operation before

installing another measuring head, it is necessary to make partial disassembling
of sensor.

4.2.1.1.1 Partial disassembling of sensor should be performed in the

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following consequence (fig. 4.1):

- to disconnect the interface and connecting cables.
- to unscrew and remove the measuring head of sensor.
- if necessary, partially to screw on sleeve bearing of sensor probe into the
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flange, as shown on fig. 4.1.

- to close sleeve bearing of sensor probe with cover-plug IEC EN. 002.0
(see table 1.3);
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 Fig. 4.1 Partial disassembling of fuel level sensor и and installation of cover-
plug

- to upload new configuration data in new measuring head (see appendix В

of the document "EN.000 ИМ. Installation manual");
- to install and connect new measuring head, to perform sensor sealing
according to requirements of 1.1.5.2.

4.2.1.2 In case if configuration data was lost, it is necessary to perform

operations on sensor configuration, described in appendix В of the document
"EN.000 ИМ. Installation manual". If configuration data was successfully restored,
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then re-calibration of the tank is not required.

4.2.2 Probe string replacement

If it is necessary to replace the string, the following operations should be
performed:
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- To disconnect measuring head from the probe, having performed

operations, described in the relevant section of the document "EN.000 ИМ.
Installation manual " in reverse order;
- To disconnect the string in lower part of the probe, having removed plug-
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cap, and in the upper part of probe, as shown on fig. 4.3;

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 Fig. 4.3 Disassembling of string

- Install the string, having performed the operations, described in subsection

8.3 of the document "EN.000 ИМ. Installation manual" in reverse order.
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 5 TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

Transportation of sensor in transport packaging of enterprise-

manufacturer is allowed by all types of closed land and maritime transport (in
railway waggons, containers, covered trucks, holds, etc.).
Transportation in pressurized heated compartments of aircraft is allowed.
During transportation and storage, requirements of manipulation signs,
printed on group transport packaging, should be respected.
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