Maretron FPM100 Maintenance, Configuring Tank Type, Configuring Data Damping Period, Revision

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3.3.7 Configuring Tank Type

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3.3.7 Configuring Tank Type

As shipped from the factory, the FPM100 transmits the tank type as “Fuel”. You can reconfigure the FPM100 for any of these tank types:

1.Fuel

2.Fresh Water

3.Waste Water

4.Live Well

5.Oil

6.Black Water

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.

3.3.8 Configuring Data Damping Period

You can configure a damping parameter to smooth the tank level readings or make them more responsive. The data damping is configurable between 0.2-25.0 seconds. The default data damping for a channel in Tank mode is 15.0 seconds.

4 Maintenance

Regular maintenance is not required; however, an occasional inspection will ensure continued proper operation of the Maretron FPM100. Perform the following tasks periodically:

Clean the unit with a soft cloth. Do not use chemical cleaners as they may remove paint or markings or may corrode the FPM100 enclosure or seals. Do not use any cleaners containing acetone, as they will deteriorate the plastic enclosure.

Ensure that the unit is mounted securely and cannot be moved relative to the mounting surface. If the unit is loose, tighten the screws holding the cable ties.

Check the security of the cable connected to the NMEA 2000® interface and tighten if necessary.

Check the security of all of the pressure transducer connections on the top of the unit and tighten if necessary.

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Contents Page RevisionRevision Copyright 2012 Maretron, LLP All Rights Reserved Maretron, LLP 9014 N. 23rd Ave #10 Phoenix, AZFPM100 User’s Manual Revision HistoryPage RevisionTable of Contents Table of Appendices Table of Figures1 General 1.3 Features1.1 Introduction 1.2 Firmware Revision1.5 Quick Install 1.4 FPM100 Accessories1.6.2 Accuracy of Tank Level Measurement 1.6 Theory of OperationFigure 1 - Graph of Transducer Accuracy vs. Tank Depth 2 Installation2.1 Unpacking the Box 2.3 Mounting the FPM100 2.2 Choosing a Mounting Location2.4 Mounting the Pressure Transducer 2.4.1 Pressure Measurement ApplicationsFigure 4 - Fluid Level Measurement with Pressure Transducer 2.4.2 Tank Level Measurement ApplicationsTank Fitting Ball Valve Pressure Transducer 2.5.1 NMEA 2000 ConnectionPin # Signal Name Figure 6 - NMEA 2000 Connector Face ViewsFigure 7 - Pressure Transducer Connection Diagram 2.5.2 Pressure Transducer Connections3.1 Configuring Channel Mode 3 Configuring the FPM1003.2 Configuring a Channel in Pressure/Vacuum Mode 3.2.1 Configuring Instance3.2.2 Configuring Label 3.3 Configuring a Channel in Tank Mode3.2.3 Configuring Pressure at 4mA 3.2.4 Configuring Pressure at 20mA3.3.3 Configuring Pressure at 20mA 3.3.2 Configuring Pressure at 4mA3.3.4 Configuring Tank Capacity 3.3.5 Tank Levels CalibrationFigure 8 - Empty Tank Depth and Full Tank Depth Parameters 3.3.6 Configuring Tank Number3.3.5.1.3 Fluid Density 3.3.5.2 Custom Calibration3.3.8 Configuring Data Damping Period 4 Maintenance3.3.7 Configuring Tank Type Troubleshooting Procedure 5 TroubleshootingSymptom Figure 9 - Troubleshooting Guide 6 Technical SpecificationsSpecifications Tank Level Mode Specifications Pressure/Vacuum ModeElectrical 7 Technical SupportMechanical EnvironmentalFigure 10 - Mounting Surface Template 8 Installation TemplateWarranty Return Procedure 9 Maretron 2 Year Limited WarrantyFPM100 NMEA 2000 Periodic Data Transmitted PGNs Appendix A - NMEA 2000 InterfacingAppendix A - NMEA 2000 Interfacing Page A1