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philippi VTM Operating Manual

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Tank-Monitor VTM
Thank you for buying the Tank Monitor VTM. This digital unit is state of the art in
Tank monitoring.
On the large, illuminated display you can read:
• the voltage of up to 2 additional batteries
• the current filling levels of up to 4 tanks and have the opportunity: -
You recognize at a glance:
• to set an alarm threshold for each tank (full or empty alarm)
• to set an alarm threshold for each voltage (low and high level alarm)
philippi elektrische systeme gmbh
Neckaraue 19
D-71686 Remseck am Neckar
OPERATING MANUAL
Tank Monitor VTM
www. philippi-online.de
info@philippi-online.de
Tel: +49 (0)7146/8744-0,Fax-22

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  • Page 1 Tank-Monitor VTM OPERATING MANUAL Tank Monitor VTM Thank you for buying the Tank Monitor VTM. This digital unit is state of the art in Tank monitoring. On the large, illuminated display you can read: • the voltage of up to 2 additional batteries •...

  • Page 2: Scope Of Delivery

    1 General Information 1.1 Purpose The tank monitor VTM can only be operated with low voltage DC 8-32V. It is designed for use on yachts and may only be operated in closed rooms that are protected from rain, humidity, dust and condensation.

  • Page 3: Warranty

    Both the compliance with the operating instructions and the conditions and methods for installation, operation, use and maintenance of the tank monitor VTM cannot be monitored by philippi elektrische systeme gmbh. Therefore, we assume no responsibility or liability for any loss, damage or expense resulting from improper installation or improper operation.

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Tank-Monitor VTM 2. Safety instructions • It must not be changed on the device, otherwise it will go out CE mark • The tank monitor may only be connected by qualified electricians. • Disconnect the battery leads before connecting the tank monitor.

  • Page 5: Electrical Connection

    ATTENTION: If the power supply (red line) of the ultrasonic sensor or the pressure sensor TDS does not take place via the VTM, but directly via the DC on-board network, the supply line must be fused with a 1A fuse!
  • Page 6 Tank-Monitor VTM 4. Setup To access the settings, please press the gear icon in the lower right corner of the main screen 4.1 Access (PIN) to setup Subsequently, the query of the PIN, which is "1234" in the delivery state, appears.
  • Page 7 Tank-Monitor VTM 4.3 Alarms A tank alarm is always indicated by the flashing of the associated tank symbol. A battery alarm is always displayed in the battery icon. In addition, the alarm can be issued / configured as follows: - optical display lighting flashes...
  • Page 8 Enter the tank volume. The content is displayed in liters. Max. 9999l. 4.4.3 Sensors Type of sensor Tank sensor Measuring range Adaption of Geometry TGX 10-180 (Ohm) philippi TGT / TGW 10..180 Ohm optional 240 - 33 (Ohm) 240...33 Ohm UTR not possible! optional...
  • Page 9 DFS ↓ (down) philippi DFS Flow sensor not available DFS ↑ (up) philippi DFS Flow sensor not available philippi TRS / RSW / DSW Float switch not available 5 bar conductive sensor hardware TIL not available Gobius4 Gobius 4 (1-4V) 4 Steps not available If the tank type does not match the sensor type used, either "---"...
  • Page 10 4.4.3.10 Sensor type TRS/RSW/DSW: For this setting you need a philippi TRS float switch (mounting on top of the tank) or philippi RSW / DSW (side mounting). The fuel gauge stays at 0% until the float switch goes through - the display goes to 100%.

  • Page 11: Operation

    Tank-Monitor VTM 4.4.4 Trim To adapt the level indicator to a non-rectangular tank geometry, you have the option of adjusting the characteristic curve. The respective default settings from the selected encoder type can be adapted to individual conditions. For the tank types User R, User U, TDS this is absolutely necessary: Method 1 (Tank is filled step by step): the probe is in the empty tank.

  • Page 12: Tips And Tricks

    Tank-Monitor VTM 6. Tips and tricks If the indication in the display is not correct, always check the tank sensors and their supply lines first as these are usually the cause of the error. The Adjustment menu is helpful for this purpose as you can read the current measured value of the tank sensor there and draw conclusions about the correct function.

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