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Dixon Bayco FloTech FT208 Manual

Checkmate programmable retain / overfill onboard monitor
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FloTech
FT208
CheckMate
Programmable
Retain / Overfill
Onboard Monitor
Dixon Bayco
FloTech Division
Cincinnati, Ohio

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  • Page 1 FloTech FT208 CheckMate Programmable Retain / Overfill Onboard Monitor Dixon Bayco FloTech Division Cincinnati, Ohio...
  • Page 2 FloTech Programmable CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor 10466 REV N FT208 CheckMate...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    FloTech Programmable CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor Table of Contents Introduction ..................4 Monitor Features ................4 Monitor Indicators ................4 Monitor Connections ..............5 Mounting Instructions ..............6 Monitor Housing ................. 6 Cable Installation Instructions ............7 Monitor Housing ................. 7 Wiring Instructions .................

  • Page 4: Introduction

    This Manual describes the features, installation, programming, operation and troubleshooting techniques for the FloTech FT208 CheckMate Programmable Retain / Overfill Onboard Monitor. Monitor Features The FloTech FT208 CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor has the following features: Operates on 12 VDC or 24 VDC systems. Monitors up to eight overfill sensors.

  • Page 5: Monitor Connections

    FloTech Programmable CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor Red LED indicates no pulse from Optic Rack Monitor (YEL) or no signal to Thermistor Rack Monitor (RED) A channel. OPTIC TO RACK (THERM B) LED Red indicated no signal to Optic Rack Monitor (ORG) or no signal to Thermistor Rack Monitor (ORG) B channel.

  • Page 6: Mounting Instructions

    FloTech Programmable CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor Mounting Instructions Fig. 2 Mounting Hole Detail Monitor Housing The FloTech model FT208 CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor Housing is typically mounted in the trailer fitting storage box or any flat surface within easy view of the bottom loading connections.

  • Page 7: Cable Installation Instructions

    Wiring Instructions Proper Wire Connections Please read this section of the manual before attempting to wire the FloTech FT208 Monitor. This section recommends some ‘guidelines’ for installing the system wiring that, when done properly, will insure a long, trouble free service life for your equipment.

  • Page 8: Monitor Wiring Connections

    CAUTION: Only use the conduit opening marked “POWER INPUT” as shown in Fig.3 to wire power to the monitor. CAUTION: The FloTech FT208 CheckMate Monitor will not work on POSITIVE GROUND electrical systems. Any attempt to wire the monitor to a positive ground system will damage the monitor and void the warranty.
  • Page 9 FloTech Programmable CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor conductor cable for up to 8 compartment systems. FloTech FT404 cable is color coded to ease installation and troubleshooting. A color coded wiring schematic is provided in the back of this manual. FT208 CheckMate 10466 REV N...

  • Page 10: Float, Thermistor And Optic Rack Connections

    FloTech Programmable CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor TB5 Socket Connections These connections are wired to the appropriate socket(s) as dictated by the Loading Terminals in your area. At this time, FloTech offers the following sockets:  FT300 Series API Optic Socket ...

  • Page 11: Tb4 Aux Permit Connections

    FloTech Programmable CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor Fig. 8 Optic Socket Connections Another Socket Option is to install the FloTech FT390 Dual Socket Assembly. This unit comes with the sockets pre-wired to a length of FloTech eleven conductor cable. Refer to Fig. 9 for wiring connections. Fig.

  • Page 12: Tb5 Program Connections

    Programming Overview Before the FloTech FT208 Monitor can be put into service, it must be programmed. This procedure informs the monitor which inputs have sensors attached. These inputs are then labeled as ACTIVE sensors. The remaining inputs that do NOT have sensors attached are labeled as INACTIVE inputs. This insures that a PERMIT signal will be issued only if ALL of the following conditions are met: ...

  • Page 13: Operation

    FloTech Programmable CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor 5. Turn on the power. The sensor LEDs will sequentially flash through the power up test pattern. This lights the sensor LEDs individually from TOP #1 through TOP #8 and then through BOTT #1 through BOTT #8.
  • Page 14 FloTech Programmable CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor A PERMIT signal will be issued if:  All the sensor inputs that have been programmed as active see dry sensor signals.  Any of the Retain sensors are wet and the Retain Reset pushbutton has been pressed. ...

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    FloTech Programmable CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor Troubleshooting Look up symptoms below and follow step by step instructions. The PWR LED is not lit. Measure the voltage on TB1. The input voltage must be between 11and 24 VDC. If the voltage is zero or low, work your way up the wiring to the trailer nose plug. Check the inline fuse holder for bad connections and for a blown fuse.
  • Page 16 FloTech Programmable CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor System will not load and one or more RED sensor LEDs are lit in the inactive compartments: Follow these instructions for top or bottom sensors. 1. Remove onboard monitor cover. 2. Check the sensor inputs on TB3 and TB4 that are not being used (inactive sensor inputs). Make sure there are no wires connected.
  • Page 17 FloTech Programmable CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor Monitor’s PERMIT and AUX LEDs are ON, all sensor LEDs are OFF, but the rack will not load. This condition usually indicates:  The sensors and sensor wiring are functioning.  The monitor has the proper power. ...
  • Page 18 FloTech Programmable CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor WIRING FOR FT208-390 SERIES 10466 REV N FT208 CheckMate...
  • Page 19 FloTech Programmable CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor WIRING SCHEMATIC FOR FT208-390 SERIES FT208 CheckMate 10466 REV N...

  • Page 20: Technical Support Hotline

    FloTech Programmable CheckMate Retain / Overfill Monitor Technical Support Hotline (877) 582-3569 Contact the FloTech Technical Support Hotline for help:  Troubleshooting overfill systems.  Verifying defective components  To request an RGA for defective FloTech products under warranty. 10466 REV N FT208 CheckMate...

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