FPM100 User’s Manual Revision History Revision Description Original document Corrected accessory table and added new sensors Added warning to not use pressure transducer accessories with gasoline Page ii Revision 1.3...
Congratulations on your purchase of the Maretron Fluid Pressure Monitor (FPM100). Maretron has designed and built your monitor to the highest standards for years of reliable, dependable, and accurate service. Maretron’s Fluid Pressure Monitor (FPM100) is used to adapt up to six pressure transducers to ® the NMEA 2000 network (pressure transducers sold separately).
FPM100 to monitor pressures or levels of gasoline, you must obtain a pressure transducer that is approved for use with gasoline. 1.5 Quick Install Installing the Maretron FPM100 involves the following steps. Please refer to the individual sections for additional details. 1. Unpack the Box (Section 2.1) 2.
1.6.2 Accuracy of Tank Level Measurement Maretron offers two pressure transducers that are suitable for indicating tank levels: a 0-3 PSI transducer and a 0-5 PSI transducer. For maximum accuracy, you should always use the transducer with the smallest range that is sufficient for your application.
Figure 2 - Pressure Transducer Selection Chart for Tank Level Applications 2 Installation 2.1 Unpacking the Box When unpacking the box containing the Maretron FPM100, you should find the following items: • 1 – FPM100 Fluid Pressure Monitor • 1 – Parts Bag containing 4 Stainless Steel Mounting Screws •...
® ® 2.2 Choosing a Mounting Location Please consider the following when choosing a mounting location. 1. The FPM100 is waterproof, so it can be mounted in a damp or dry location. 2. The orientation is not important, so the FPM100 can be mounted on a horizontal deck, vertical bulkhead, or upside down if desired.
FPM100 User’s Manual Keep in mind that the rated burst pressure of the pressure transducer is 2.4 to 3 times the maximum measurement pressure of the transducer. If the pressure transducer will experience pressure spikes in excess of the transducer’s maximum measurement pressure, use of a Pressure Snubber (PT-SNUB-01) accessory is highly recommended.
® ® ® NMEA 2000 network using a Maretron NMEA 2000 cable (or an NMEA 2000 compatible cable) by connecting the female end of the cable to the FPM100 (note the key on the male connector and keyway on the female connector). Be sure the cable is connected securely and that the collar on the cable connector is tightened firmly.
FPM100 User’s Manual ® Figure 6 – NMEA 2000 Connector Face Views 2.5.2 Pressure Transducer Connections The FPM100 pressure transducer connections are made by connecting to the 12-pin terminal strip on the top of the unit. First, remove the four screws at the corners of the unit detaching the splash guard from the unit.
® ® 3 Configuring the FPM100 The FPM100 has several configurable parameters, which are shown below including the default values. If you are not using the default values, then you will need to refer to the corresponding section for configuring the FPM100 appropriately. 1.
3.2.2 Configuring Label Program this parameter with a text string which identifies the particular parameter being monitored by this channel. Maretron display products will display this label text when you are selecting data to display. 3.2.3 Configuring Pressure at 4mA Program this parameter to match the pressure reading of the pressure transducer when it is sourcing a current of 4mA.
It is not required, but you can enter the FPM100 tank capacity using a display product such as the Maretron DSM250. Refer to the user’s manual of the particular product that will be used for configuring the FPM100 as these manuals provide detailed instruction on configuration procedures.
FPM100 tank number using a display product such as the Maretron DSM250. Refer to the user’s manual of the particular product that will be used for configuring the FPM100 as these manuals provide detailed instruction on configuration procedures.
7. Reserved-1 through Reserved-7 (if none of the above types apply) You configure or program a FPM100 tank type using a display product such as the Maretron DSM250. Refer to the user’s manual of the particular product that will be used for configuring the FPM100 as these manuals provide detailed instruction on configuration procedures.
FPM100 User’s Manual 5 Troubleshooting If you notice unexpected operation of the Maretron FPM100, follow the troubleshooting procedures in this section to remedy simple problems. Symptom Troubleshooting Procedure ® No Pressure 1. Ensure that the FPM100 is properly connected to the NMEA 2000 data visible on network.
® ® Figure 9 – Troubleshooting Guide If these steps do not solve your problem, please contact Maretron Technical Support (refer to Section 7 for contact information). 6 Technical Specifications Specifications (Tank Level Mode) Parameter Value Comment Accuracy +/-1% FS...
Conducted, Radiated, Supply, and ESD per IEC 60945-10 Safety Precautions Dangerous Voltage, Electromagnetic Radio Frequency per IEC 60945-12 7 Technical Support If you require technical support for Maretron products, you can reach us in any of the following ways: Telephone: 1-866-550-9100...
® ® 8 Installation Template Please check the dimensions before using the following diagram as a template for drilling the mounting holes because the printing process may have distorted the dimensions. Figure 10 – Mounting Surface Template Revision 1.3 Page 17...
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® ® ® Appendix A – NMEA 2000 Interfacing ® FPM100 NMEA 2000 Periodic Data Transmitted PGNs PGN 130314 – Actual Pressure The FPM100 uses this PGN to provide a regular transmission of various pressures. The factory default for periodic transmission rate is once every two seconds. The transmission of this PGN can be disabled (see PGN 126208 –...
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