Morrison Bros. co. 1518 Installation, Operation And Maintenance Instructions

1518/1519 Metric Mechanical Gauge
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Instructions
The 1518M/1519M Mechanical Gauge is designed to be used to measure liquid level in an aboveground storage
tank. The gauge mounts to the top of the tank and is activated by a float connected to a cable. The 1519M
provides a single level alarm relay output, NO or NC, configurable to the desired level. The alarm relay output
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requires an external alarm box, such as the 918 or 918AC series alarm boxes.
Failure to follow any or all of the warnings and instructions in this document could result in a hazardous
liquid spill, which could result in property damage, environmental contamination, fire, explosion, serious
injury or death.
NOTE: The most accurate method to calibrate the tank is with fluid in it. This will take into account variables
associated with the float position, the mechanism, and the fluid density.
Installation
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WARNINGS
• Fire Hazard – Death or serious injury could result from spilled liquids.
• Any modification to this gauge other than those stated in these installation instructions will void the product
warranty.
• This device is intended to be used as a liquid level indicator to the operator and should not be the only system
in place to prevent a tank from overfilling. It is the sole responsibility of the operator to continuously prevent
any spillage regardless of the situation or status of the gauge.
• Install in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal laws.
• For your safety, it is important to follow local, state, federal and/or OSHA rules that apply to working inside,
above, or around the storage tank and piping area. Use all personal protective equipment required for
working in the specific environment.
• Tanks could be under pressure. Vapors could be expelled from tank vents, piping, valves or fittings while
performing installation. Vapors could catch fire or cause an explosion. Avoid sparks, open flame, or hot tools
when working on gauge.
• Use a dampened cloth when cleaning the clear front cover of the gauge to prevent static buildup and
discharge.
• In the event of malfunction, contact Morrison Bros. Customer Service.
Steps
1. Verify contents of box. You should have received the gauge, float, and a small tube of adhesive (See Figure
1). Inspect the items for shipping damage. DO NOT use if damage is found.
2. Remove the front cover of gauge and remove foam under cover. NOTE: The Philips screws in the front
cover are captive fasteners that aren't meant to be removed. Place the front
cover back on gauge. Place the front cover back on gauge. The gauge
should be reading approximately 111 centimeters. If not, the gauge could
be damages or dysfunctional. Inspect the internals for any damage. DO
NOT use if damage is found. Find the cable sticking out of the end of the
gauge connection pipe. Slowly pull on cable to ensure gauge is functioning
properly. DO NOT pull and release cable uncontrollably. This can cause
damage to the internal mechanism and render the gauge inoperable.
ALWAYS hold onto cable and allow it to move in
a slow steady motion.
3. Remove the red warning tag
4. If installing a 1519M gauge, refer to page 3 for calibrating alarm set point.
5. Locate the opening on the top of the tank where the gauge is to be installed (minimum opening size is 2"
schedule 40 pipe). If possible, select a location away from the fill port to avoid excessive turbulence that
could affect the float. Also make certain that there are no objects inside the tank, near the selected opening,
upon which the float and cable could get tangled and that the gauge location will not interfere with normal
operation of the tank.
rev. 07‑29‑2021
PARTS LISTING
NO. DESCRIPTION MATERIAL
1 TEST LINE TEST LINE BRASS/STAINLESS STEEL/VITON
PARTS LISTING
NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MATERIAL QTY
1 1618--0101 MHCC INDICATOR WHEEL HOUSING-MACHINED ALUMINUM 1
2 1518M-0108 AP ASSEMBLED FRONT PANEL 1
3 1518--0102 MHCC CABLE REEL HOUSING-MACHINED ALUMINUM 1
4 1618--0130 21 GEAR SHAFT STAINLESS STEEL 1
5 1618--0116 21 O-RING BUSHING STAINLESS STEEL 1
6 1518M-0060 AR CABLE REEL ASSEMBLY 1
7 1518M-0107 AW INDICATOR WHEEL ASSEMBLY 1
8 1618--0112 2P SHAFT CLAMP ALUMINUM 3
9 1618--0169 2S SCREW - PAN HEAD STAINLESS STEEL 15
10 1618--0129 2C CABLE REEL COVER ALUMINUM 1
11 1618--0163 2S SEALING SCREW ALUMINUM 3
12 1618--0146 2P HAIRPIN COTTER PIN STAINLESS STEEL 1
13 1518--0104 2N PIPE NIPPLE STAINLESS STEEL 1
14 1218S-2535 2R RETAINING RING STAINLESS STEEL 2
15 1518--0103 21 CABLE BUSHING PTFE 1
16 1618--0104 21 GEAR-MACHINED 2
17 718---0218 2S MULTISEAL 1
18 1618--0136 2R CABLE REEL COVER O-RING 1
19 1618--0164 2R CABLE REEL HOUSING O-RING 1
Gauge
Figure 1
Morrison Bros. Co. ‑ Dubuque, IA ‑ 800‑553‑4840
PARTS LISTING
NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MATERIAL QTY
1 1218S-2535 2R RETAINING RING 2
2 1518--0102 MHCC CABLE REEL HOUSING-MACHINED 1
3 1518--0103 21 CABLE BUSHING 1
4 1518--0104 2N PIPE NIPPLE 1
5 1518M-0060 AR CABLE REEL ASSEMBLY 1
6 1518M-0107 AW INDICATOR WHEEL ASSEMBLY 1
7 1518M-0108 AP ASSEMBLED FRONT PANEL 1
8 1618--0101 MHCC INDICATOR WHEEL HOUSING-MACHINED 1
9 1618--0104 21 GEAR-MACHINED 2
10 1618--0112 2P SHAFT CLAMP 3
11 1618--0116 21 O-RING BUSHING 1
12 1618--0129 2C CABLE REEL COVER 1
13 1618--0130 21 GEAR SHAFT 1
14 1618--0136 2R CABLE REEL COVER O-RING 1
15 1618--0146 2P HAIRPIN COTTER PIN 1
16 1618--0163 2S SEALING SCREW 3
17 1618--0164 2R CABLE REEL HOUSING O-RING 1
18 1618--0169 2S SCREW - PAN HEAD 15
19 718---0218 2S MULTISEAL 1
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GAUGE HEAD
STANDARD TOLERANCES
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
METRIC MECHANICAL TANK
1 PL DECIMAL .1 2 PL DECIMAL .015 3 PL DECIMAL .005
ANGULAR 1 CASTING .025
FIG. NO. 1518M
SURFACE FINISH 125MICRO INCH RMS MAX
.035 INSIDE RADIUS MAX .065 OUTSIDE RADIUS MAX
SCALE MATERIAL:
BREAK AND DEBURR ALL SHARP EDGES
SEE PART I.D. CH
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES/ALL DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE PRIOR TO ANY COATING 1/2
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF MORRISON BROS. CO. TO BE USED ONLY F
CONFIDENTIAL:
PURPOSE EXPLICITLY DIRECTED BY MORRISON BROS. CO. ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE WITHOUT THE
PERMISSION OF MORRISON BROS. CO. IS PROHIBITED
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