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Scully Five Wire Optic Overfill Prevention System Model SP-FU Series 61603 REV A...
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Warning - Explosion Hazard Scully Overfill Prevention Sensor Installation & Wiring Instructions WHEN PERFORMING ANY WORK AROUND THE VESSEL BE SURE TO COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS OF THE NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION NFPA-30 “FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS CODE”, FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL CODES AND ANY OTHER APPLICABLE CODES AND REGULATIONS.
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Figure 1 — Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code Table * When classifying extent of area, consideration shall be given to fact that tank cars or tank vehicles may be spotted at varying points. Therefore, the extremities of the loading or unloading positions shall be used. Scully Signal Company...
The Scully Five-Wire Optic Overfill Prevention Sensor(s) employs optic technology to detect the presence of liquid in a tank or vehicle compartment. The sensor is wired to a Scully Socket, mounted on the vehicle (tanker) chassis. Connecting a plug (and cable) to the socket connects these sensors to a Scully Overfill Prevention Controller located at a rack.
Cable Entry Two holes, 1/2” NPT (M20 X 1.5) threads Approvals The sensor is intrinsically safe for mounting in Class I, Division 1, Groups C & D Hazardous location in accordance with Scully Control Unit approval ratings. Scully Signal Company...
Seize/Thread Lubricant or equivalent. Mounting into Through-Hole Entry Although Scully does not recommend this mounting method, if this method is used, the Model MHC sensor holder may be mounted directly through a 2 3/8-inch diameter opening (hole) using the nut and gasket supplied.
Drawing shows the adjustment range for a standard sensor shaft length of 7-inches. Longer shaft lengths and a 1 3/8-inch high cap are also available. Consult Scully for part numbers. Care must be taken that the cap does not exceed height specifications for the construction of the tank.
ONE OF THE SENSOR WIRES. Scully recommends the use of our special cable for wiring on a vehicle. If using conduit, 18 AWG (1mm² ) or larger wires should be employed. The SP-FU Sensor should be wired in accordance with the appropriate Scully Wiring Diagram.
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