beautypg.com

Overview, Testing the tsp-his, Materials required – Franklin Fueling Systems TSP-HIS User Manual

Page 2: Installation sequence

background image

Overview

The TSP-HIS sensor is an intelligent BriteSensor ® that

is used to monitor the brine levels inside hydrostatic

interstitial reservoirs of double walled tanks. A low brine or

high brine level are alarm conditions and indicate a leak in

either the outer tank or the inner storage tank. The TSP-

HIS-XL sensor is an extra long version of this sensor

(see Figure 1).

21.7 INCH

(551.2 mm)

2.5 Inch (63.5 Mm)

Max. Dia. [ Typ ]

TSP-HIS

Hydrostatic

Interstitial Sensor

(BriteSensor

®

)

4 to 4.5 INCH

(102 TO 114 mm)

Normal Brine Level

Datum

8.6 INCH

(225 mm)

Ref.

7.5

Inch

(190.5

mm)

High

Brine

Level

1.0 INCH

(25.4 mm)

Low

Brine

Level

11.8 inch

(299 mm)

2.38 Inch (60.5 Mm)

DIA. [ TYP ]

6.25 TO 5.75 INCH

(159 TO 146 mm)

Normal Brine Level

11.0 Inch

(279.4

mm)

High

Brine

Level

18.76 INCH

(476.5 mm)

REF.

TSP-HIS-XL

Extra Long

Hydrostatic

Interstitial Sensor

(BriteSensor

®)

Figure 1: TSP-HIS Dimensions

Both sensors have upper and lower magnetic reed switch

floats, which detect a change in the interstitial reservoir

brine level. The sensors use intrinsically safe (I.S) leak

detection circuits and are approved for use in these Class

1, Division 1, Group D Hazardous Areas.
Like other BriteSensors, these sensors have a

microprocessor that analyze the environmental conditions

at the sensor and transmits data to the Automatic Tank

Gauge console. The TSP-HIS sensors detect and

communicate: a HIGH BRINE alarm level, a LOW BRINE

alarm level, and a NORMAL no-alarm state (lower float

submerged & upper float dry), plus it transmits a specific

sensor ID code.
Included with the sensor are: no-strip electrical wire

connectors, 25 feet of cable (attached), a Model ID tag,

and a cord-grip fitting for connection to a weatherproof

electrical junction box (see diagrams). Be sure to check

the Model ID tag before installing the sensors as they can

be confused with the similar looking TSP-DDS and TSP-

DTS sensors.

A vented riser cap (model TSP-KV4) is required

for this installation so the brine level can rise or fall

(hydrostatically) along with atmospheric pressure without

building up positive or negative pressures inside the

interstitial area.

Testing the TSP-HIS

Dip the sensor in 2 inches (50.2 mm) or water and remove

after one minute to produce a LOW BRINE alarm. Rotate

the sensor 180 degrees (float up) to cause a HIGH BRINE

alarm at the ATG console. Test the sensor for proper

operation on a yearly basis, or as required per local code.

Materials Required

Optional – TSP-DB1 epoxy seal kit for no-strip electrical

connectors – recommended for sites: within flood zones,

high groundwater tables, with poor drainage, or when

Junction Boxes are not used.

1/2 or 3/4 inch NPT (National Pipe Thread, tapered),

Rigid Metal Conduit (RMC), or non-metallic (PVC)

conduit if allowed by local code.

EYS Seal fittings and epoxy to fill the fitting after

operational testing is completed.

Weatherproof junction box, gasket, and cover, plus a

3/4 to 1/2 inch NPT reducing bushing if 1/2 inch RMC is

used – see the ATG Installation Guide for recommended

electrical junction boxes

Wire: THHN, TFFN or THWN, 18 AWG: Red, White, &

Black, or Alpha Cable # 58113, 0.131 O.D. – 1,500 feet

(457 meters) max. length. Alpha cable #58113 (INCON

P / N 600-0063) must be used when using nonmetallic

(PVC) conduit.

Slip joint pliers to seat the no-strip, self-sealing wire

connectors – connectors are supplied with the sensor

Standard adjustable or pipe wrench for a 2 inch square

fitting.

UL classified thread sealant or pipe dope.

TSP-KV4 vented riser cap (order separately)

Installation Sequence:

1. Install manhole.
2. Install conduit, EYS fittings, and weatherproof

junction box (Refer to Figure 2).

3. Shut off power to the ATG.

ELECTRICAL DANGER. To avoid

electrical shock hazards, ensure all

power going to the ATG console is

turned off, tagged, and locked-out

at the power panel before doing any

maintenance or installation work at the

ATG console

4. Pull the sensor cable through the cord grip fitting

at the junction box (leave enough cable to allow

for the installation of the sensor in the interstitial

area). Before pulling wires, mark them to avoid

confusion when connecting to the ATG console.

2