Preface; General; Symbols; Copyright - VAF instruments Shapoli 620 Technical Manual

1. PREFACE

1.1 GENERAL

The VAF ShaPoLi solutions is an unique solution to reduce CO2 emissions according to the new IMO
EEXI & CII. This completely unique and compact total solution can be used for activating an alarm when
the shaft power is exceeding the EEXI power limit.
The VAF ShaPoLi solution consists of a ShaPoLi Data Box (SDB-3) together with a Bridge Panel PC.
The Bridge Panel PC is a microprocessor based instrument for use with the T-Sense
Measuring System and TT-Sense
providing torque, shaft speed and power as input for the ShaPoLi system. The SDB-3 starts logging the
data when the EEXI power limit is exceeded.
The robust ShaPoLi Data Box (as prescribed by the IMO EEXI regulations), can be connected to a large
number of extra inputs like GPS or one additional T-Sense
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To ensure safe and correct installation and operation, read this manual completely before
installing the equipment and starting operations.
The (micro) SD card should not be exposed to computer viruses, since this could
contaminate the (micro) SD card. Contamination could disturb good working of the system.
For any additional information contact:
VAF Instruments B.V.
Vierlinghstraat 24, 3316 EL Dordrecht
P.O. Box 40, NL-3300 AA Dordrecht
The Netherlands
Or your local authorized VAF dealer.
Their addresses can be found on

1.2 SYMBOLS

The following symbols are used to call attention to specific types of information.
A warning to use caution! In some instances, personal injury or damage to the instrument
or control system may result if these instructions are not followed properly.
An explanation or information of interest.

1.3 COPYRIGHT

This Technical Manual is copyrighted with all rights reserved.
While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, no responsibility for errors or
omissions is assumed. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the
information contained herein. Specifications can be changed without notice.
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Optical Thrust and Torque Measuring System. The T-Sense
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party torque sensors can be connected to the SDB-3 system.
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or TT-Sense
Tel. +31 78 618 3100
Fax +31 78 617 7068
E-mail sales@vaf.nl
Internet www.vaf.nl
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in case of twin screw vessels.
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