Smith Meter Accuload Iv: Electronic Preset Delivery System Installation and Maintenance Manual
Smith Meter Accuload Iv: Electronic Preset Delivery System Installation and Maintenance Manual
Caution
The default or operating values used in this manual and in the program of the AccuLoad IV are for factory testing
only and should not be construed as default or operating values for your metering system. Each metering system
is unique and each program parameter must be reviewed and programmed for that specific metering system ap-
plication.
Disclaimer
TechnipFMC hereby disclaims any and all responsibility for damages, including but not limited to consequential
damages, arising out of or related to the inputting of incorrect or improper program or default values entered in
connection with the AccuLoad IV.
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13 – Maintenance...................................................67
13.1 Enclosure Maintenance..........................67
13.2. A4I Kit Retrofit Installation......................68
13.3 Touch Screen Recalibration Procedures...69
13.3.1 Equipment and Other Requirements......69
13.3.2 Accessing the Display Module menu.....70
13.3.3 Display Module touch screen recalibration
procedure...............................................71
13.3.4 Alternate Methods to Initiate a Calibration.
...............................................................74
13.4 Touch Screen/Screen Protector Mainte-
nance.....................................................74
13.4.1 Electrostatic Discharge precautions.......75
13.4.2 Replacing the screen protector .............75
13.5 Touch Screen/Screen Protector Mainte-
nance.....................................................76
13.6 AccuLoad IV Clock Battery Replacement
Instructions.............................................76
13.6.1 Battery replacement procedure:.............76
13.7 Circuit board Return Merchandise Authori-
zation (RMA) Process Notes..................78
14 – Related Publications.....................................79
1 – Introduction
This manual provides guidance for the installation of AccuLoad preset models ST,
QT, N4 and SA. When installed following the guidelines contained in this manual, the
AccuLoad will provide many years of safe, accurate and reliable delivery control. This
manual addresses the requirements specific to the AccuLoad and it is assumed that
the installation designers and fabricators are familiar with the applicable industrial facil-
ity construction standards specific to the particular facility. The ST and QT models are
designed for use in Class 1 Div 1, Zone 1 hazardous locations while the N4 and SA
models are designed for Class 1 Div 2 environments. If questions arise, please contact
our Field Service Response Center or Customer Support.
Before you begin please read all of the following warnings and cautions to reduce the
risk of injury, equipment damage or malfunction.
Emergency Shutdown - The AccuLoad has an extensive set of built-in safety features.
IMPORTANT: The AccuLoad should never be relied upon to act as the primary safety
system control for the flow valve and pump controls, i.e. emergency stop, overfill,
ground protection, etc. These should always be handled by separate systems specifi-
cally designed for that application. For example Safety systems specifically to meet SIL
requirements. Any power control circuits from these external systems shall be wired in
series ahead of the AccuLoad to remove power to the ancillary devices.
Hazardous Locations - The ST and QT models are approved for use in an explosive
(Class I, Div. 1, Groups C & D and Zone 1 Ex d ia, IIB Gb) atmosphere but there are
specific installation methods required to produce a comprehensive explosion-proof
system. This manual provides guidance for the AccuLoad installation only. In general,
keeping the front cover bolted closed in accordance with the instructions in Appendix
(section 12) is the key to maintaining explosion protection.
ATEX / IEC Installations - There are special requirements for ATEX approved instal-
lations. Please refer to section 3.1.1. for a detailed list of the specific requirements.
Field I/O Wiring - Refer to Section 5 for wiring example diagrams to ensure the correct
operation.
• Special care must be taken with shielding termination to ensure signal integrity. See
Section 3.2 for more information.
• The AC and DC wiring should be physically separated (do not use the same conduit/
entry) to avoid induced noise.
• The A4M module can supply a maximum of 1.0 amps at 24 VDC for meter transmit-
ters, digital I/O, etc.
RF Radiation:
The AccuLoad generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with this Manual, may cause interference to radio
communications. It has not been tested to comply with the limits pursuant to Part 15
(CFR 47) of FCC Rules, as electronic control equipment utilized by an industrial complex
is exempt from the rules.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference, in which case
the user, at his own expense, will be required to take whatever measures that may be
required to correct the interference. The AccuLoad has been evaluated against the stan-
dard EN 61326-1: “Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use”
and has been found to comply to the European Community EMC Directive 2014/30/EU.
The AccuLoad is a device marketed for a global market. Requirements vary depending
on the region. It is a user requirement to verify that the AccuLoad is programmed and
operated in a manner consistent with local codes and that proper notification (permit for
use) or registration has been filed with the local authority or jurisdiction.
2 – Pre-Installation Considerations
The enclosures of Explosion / Flame proof models are manufactured from aluminum
alloy, and are designed to be operated in normal environmental conditions free of
corrosive agents.
Model ALIV-SA
The enclosure is manufactured from stainless steel and offers a higher resistance to
corrosive environmental atmospheres. See section 13 for additional information.
In areas where the ambient temperature is very high, it is recommended that the equip-
ment be installed under a canopy / sun shield to limit direct sunlight radiation.
2.2. Mechanical
2.3. Electrical
1. All wiring must be routed into AccuLoad through the cable entries. Do not route DC
and AC wiring through the same conduit entry.
2. The DC signal wires must be shielded multi-conductor cable of 18 to 24 AWG
minimum stranded copper.
Note: The following recommendations are based on our knowledge of the electrical
codes. The local electrical codes should be reviewed to ensure that these recommenda-
tions follow the local code. Also installation manuals of all the equipment being wired into
the AccuLoad should be reviewed for transmission distances and wire recommendations.
Table 2. Typical Wire Sizes
Table 3. Serial Communications (EIA-232) Maximum Cable Length and Baud Rate
Baud Rate Feet Meters
115,200 62.5 18.25
57,600 125 37.5
38,400 250 75
19,200 500 150
9,600 1,000 305
Table 4. Serial Communications (EIA-485) Maximum Cable Length and Baud Rate
3. For Ethernet connections, a minimum of CAT-5 rated cable should be used and the
Ethernet wiring practices described in the Ethernet standard should be followed for
cable lengths etc..
4. Connectors are sized for a maximum of 14 gauge wire, consult the local electrical
codes for the minimum wire size required for your application.
5. All AC wiring should be stranded copper and must comply with federal, state and
local codes and specifications.
6. Two separate AC circuits must be provided from the breaker panel. One cir-
cuit will supply isolated power to the AccuLoad electronics (instrument power).
The second circuit will supply power to the external devices. See section 7.1.
7. For proper operation the AccuLoad must be earth grounded. The grounding point
should be as close to the unit as possible. To ensure proper earth ground the re-
sistance between the ground lug in the AccuLoad and the grounding point must not
exceed 2 Ω. The proper grounding point is a ½" to ¾" diameter copper stake that
extends into the water table. Where this is not practical, a ground plane may be used.
Note: Electrical conduit, piping, and structural steel are not considered proper
grounding points for equipment using electronics.
3 – Installation
The general steps in the installation process are to physically mount the AccuLoad, elec-
trically connect it to the associated equipment and then tailor the configuration database
parameters to suit the specific operational and measurement environment. The following
sections cover the mounting and wiring. Refer to the AccuLoad IV Specification SS06200
for the mounting dimensions. For information regarding the proper settings in the con-
figuration database, refer to the AccuLoad IV Operators Reference Manual MN06200.
(e) Warnings:
To prevent ignition of hazardous atmospheres, disconnect from supply before open-
ing. Keep tightly closed when circuits are alive. Contains internal battery-powered
circuit, to prevent the ignition of hazardous atmospheres, do not open enclosure
unless the area is known to be non-hazardous. To reduce the risk of ignition of
hazardous atmospheres, conduit runs must have a sealing fitting connected within
18 inches of the enclosure. Substitution of components may impair intrinsic safety.
Note: The maximum ambient temperature for the enclosure is 60°C for ATEX and
IECEx applications and 55°C for North American Zone applications.
(f) Grounding:
The Touch Keypad sensor is protected by an intrinsic safe barrier, the enclosure must
be grounded as per national electrical code regulations, for example NEC/CEC, etc.
Equipment bonding shall be provided at the external grounding facility terminal,
external connection is not required when using metallic conduit or armored cable.
External grounding facility terminal wire range: 10-12 AWG (5.26 mm2 to 3.31
mm2 wire).
(a) Call cable entries must meet the requirements of ABNT NBR IEC 60079-1:
Any installation accessories used in the cable entries, such as cable glands, adapters
or bushings, must be certified as Ex d. The cable ends must be properly installed
and adequately protected against mechanical damage.
For a wiring system using conduits, a certified sealing unit must be used immediately
at the entrance of the enclosure. Any unused input must be correctly closed with a
certified device that guarantees the type and degree of protection (IP65).
(b) Special conditions for Safe Use:
Select cables and cable glands suitable for operation at 81° C.
Contact the manufacturer at the address indicated for information on the dimensions
of the flameproof joints.
(c) Cover Fasteners:
Special fasteners: The EX d enclosure cover mounting bolts must be grade 12.9
(steel) M8 x 1.25.
(d) Warnings:
Contains battery-powered internal circuits. To avoid igniting an explosive atmo-
sphere, do not open the cabinet unless it is known to be non-hazardous. Component
replacement can impair intrinsic safety. To prevent ignition of an explosive atmo-
sphere and to avoid electric shock, disconnect the power circuits before opening
the EX d enclosure. While the electrical circuits are energized, during operation,
keep the Ex d enclosure properly closed.
Note: The maximum ambient temperature for the equipment is 60° C.
(e) Grounding:
The touch screen (if provided) is protected by an Intrinsic safe barrier, the Ex d
enclosure must be grounded in accordance with national electrical code regulations.
The ground connection must be made through the external ground terminal of the
Ex d enclosure, no external connection is necessary when using metal conduits or
shielded cables.
The cross section of the external ground wiring must be: 10-12 AWG (5.26 mm²
to 3.31 mm²)
(b) AC Circuits must be isolated from DC circuits and brought into the unit through
their respective conduit openings.
(d) All shields must be connected to terminals 3, 13, 14, or 15 on terminal block TBE4
on the A4M Board, or terminals 9 and 10 on TB14 on the A4B Board.
All exposed shields must be properly insulated to prevent short circuits to other
terminals or to the chassis. The shield at the device (e.g., temperature device,
transmitter, etc.) must be cut back to the insulation and taped off. All shields should
be continuous. If splices are required, they must be soldered and properly insulated.
If other communicating devices are used with the AccuLoad, refer to the manual
for that unit for shielding information. Shields for other communicating equipment
should not be terminated in the AccuLoad.
(e) Sufficient slack should be provided for the wiring in the AccuLoad to permit easy
removal of the boards. With sufficient slack, the terminal blocks can be removed and
laid back out of the way so that the boards can be replaced without removing
individual wires..
(f) There is a ground lug provided in the unit. The wire from the lug should be connected
to the proper grounding point. See Pre-Installation section.
(g) Typical electrical installation diagrams are provided in the following sections to show
the electrical connection between the AccuLoad and ancillary equipment. Before
wiring the ancillary equipment, refer to its installation manual.
4 – AccuLoad Models
There are four models of the AccuLoad: the ST, QT, N4, and SA shown in the following
figures:
DC WIRING TRAY
AC WIRING TRAY
DC WIRING TRAY
DC WIRING TRAY
There is a common set of electronic modules used in the different AccuLoad models
as follows:
THMI – The touchscreen display module mounted in the front panel of the unit.
A4M – The main CPU and I/O module. All AccuLoad models will contain at least one
A4M module.
A4I – An optional module which provides expanded I/O capacity usually used to support
additional injectors (can be mounted externally in a separate enclosure or internal mount)
5 – Wiring Connections
The following figures identify the wiring connections on each of the electronic modules.
USB
CN3
CN4
1 V+ 12/24 V 12345
2 GND
3 GND
ETH1
CN6
5.1. A4M
TBE5
1 RTD +
2 SIG +
PT1
3 SIG -
1 +
4 RTD - Pulse In 1 Enet Enet
2 -
5 RTD + 3 2
3 + TBE2
6 SIG + Pulse In 2 1
4 -
7 SIG - Enet Enet 2
5 + 4 1
8 RTD - Pulse In 3 3
6 -
9 RTD + 4
7 +
10 SIG + Pulse In 4 PT2 5
8 -
11 SIG - 1 + 6
9 + Pulse In 7
12 RTD - Pulse In 5 2 -
10 - TBE3
13 SIG + 3 +
11 + Pulse In 8 1
14 SIG - Pulse In 6 4 -
12 - 2
15 SIG +
TBK1 3
16 SIG - S1
1 TX 4
17 SIG + OFF 1 ON
2 RX 5
18 SIG -
Com 1 6
3 RTS
TBE6 232
7
4 CTS 8
1 HS Prv +
5 COM 8
2 HS Prv - OFF 1 ON
6 TX + 9
3 RTD +
7 TX - 10
4 RTD - 4
8 RX + 485 11
5 RTD + S2
9 RX - 12
6 RTD -
10 COM
7 RTD + TBK2 TBE7
8 RTD - TBK4 1 TX 1
9 Gnd 1 + Com 2 2
In 1 DC 2 RX
2 - 232
10 Gnd 3 COM 3
TBE4 3 + 4 TX + 4
In 2 DC
1 TX 4 - 5 TX - 5
Com 4 5 + 6
2 RX In 3 DC 6 RX + 485
232 6 -
3 Com 7 RX - 7
4 - 7 + Pulse 8 COM 8
In 4 DC 8 - Out 1 9
5 + TBK3
6 - 9 N.C. 10
In 5 DC 1 TX +
7 + 10 N.C.
2 TX -
8 - TBK5 3 RX +
Com 3 microSD
In 6 DC 485
9 + 1 + Card
Out 1 DC 4 RX -
10 2 - 5 COM
+24 VDC CN4
11 3 +
Out Out 2 DC
12 4 -
13 5 + L1 L2 Gnd
Out 3 DC
14 DC Gnd F2 6 - F1
• • •
15 7 + Pulse
16 +24 VDC In 24 V 8 - Out 2 TBE1
The terminals on TBK5 labelled as DC digital outputs can be configured as low speed
pulse outputs as follows:
TBK5
Terminals 1 and 2 Digital output #1 OR Pulse output #3
Terminals 3 and 4 Digital output #2 OR Pulse output #4
Terminals 5 and 6 Digital output #3 OR Pulse output #5
Note: For any product or flow controlled additive meters connected to pulse inputs located
on the A4M or A4B, if digital valve control is used, the digital outputs controlling the flow
control valve must also be located on the A4M or A4B respectively.
Pulse In #13
Pulse In #12
Pulse In #11
Pulse In #10
Pulse In #9
5 NC 5
6 NC 6
7 NC 7
8 NC 8
9 Gnd 9
10 Gnd 10
TB9 Enet
1 2
2
3 Enet
1
4
5
6 ON TB12
BIO In #1 1
7 S1 1 8
Com #1 2
8
OFF BIO Out #1 3
9
BIO In #2 4
10
Com #2 5
11
BIO Out #2 6
12
BIO In #3 7
Com #3 8
TB8
BIO Out #3 9
1
BIO In #4 10
2
Com #4 11
3
BIO Out #4 12
4
5 TB13
6 BIO In #5 1
7 Com #5 2
8 BIO Out #5 3
9 TB2 BIO In #6 4
10 Com #6 5
BIO Out #6 6
TB11
+24 VDC
BIO In #7 7
Ground
1 Com #7 8
2 BIO Out #7 9
3 BIO In #8 10
4 F1 Com #8 11
1
2
5 BIO Out #8 12
Note: For any product or flow controlled additive meters connected to pulse inputs located
on the A4M or A4B, if digital valve control is used, the digital outputs controlling the flow
control valve must also be located on the A4M or A4B respectively.
5.3. A4I
TB5 TB9
1 +V Out
Enet Enet
2 Inj Pulse/DC In 1 Out 1-Out 10
2 1
3 Common
4 +V Out
5 Inj Pulse/DC In 2
6 Common
7 +V Out
8 Inj Pulse/DC In 3
TB4 TB8
1 Common N/C 12
2 +V Out N/C 11
S1
3 Inj Pulse/DC In 4 Out 1 10
OFF 1 ON
4 Common Out 2 9
5 +V Out Out 3 8
6 Inj Pulse/DC In 5 Out 4 7
7 Common Out 5 6
8 +V Out Out 6 5
8
9 Inj Pulse/DC In 6 Out 7 4
10 Common Out 8 3
Out 9 2
TB3 Out 10 1
1 +V Out
2 Inj Pulse/DC In 7 TB7
3 Common Out 11 10
4 +V Out Out 12 9
5 Inj Pulse/DC In 8 Out 13 8
6 Common Out 14 7
7 +V Out Out 15 6
8 Inj Pulse/DC In 9 Out 16 5
9 Common Out 17 4
10 +V Out Out 18 3
11 Inj Pulse/DC In 10 Out 19 2
12 Common Out 20 1
TB2
1 RS485 (Rx -) CN5 Injector +V Out Selection
5 3 1
2 RS485 (Rx +)/RS232 (Rx) 1-2 24V
3 RS485 (Tx -) • • • 3-4 12V
• • •
4 RS485 (Tx +)/RS232 (Tx) 6 4 2 5-6 5V
J1
TB1 TB6
1 +24 VDC
•
F1
DC Input •
2 Gnd/RS232 Com Out 11-Out 20
Earth Ground
to Circuit Ground
The optional A4I module provides 20 AC digital outputs and 10 inputs which can be used
for additive meter pulse inputs or general purpose DC digital inputs or pulse can interface
with up to 10 metered injectors. A maximum of two A4I modules can be connected to each
A4M and can either be mounted inside the AccuLoad enclosure or in a separate external
enclosure.
Note: For any additive meters connected to pulse inputs located on the A4I, the digital
outputs controlling the associated pump and solenoid valve must also be located on the
same A4I module.
The A4I board requires 24 VDC power and either serial or Ethernet communications
connections to the A4M to operate. Ethernet communications should be used when
possible but the serial communications option is provided to facilitate upgrades and
maintain backward compatibility.
There are jumpers on the A4I board which allow customization as follows:
• If the A4I will be connected to additive meters for which the transmitters require
DC power, the voltage select jumpers (see table) are used to set the meter power
supply voltage to 5, 12 or 24 VDC
Transmitter Power
Designation Jumpers Description
5V 1–2 24V – +V Out
12V 3–4 12V – +V Out
24V 5–6 5V – +V Out
The location of the parts on each of the electronic assemblies is shown in the
following figures:
The replaceable parts on the A4M board are the fuse, AC Digital output relays,
Analog I/O modules. Refer to parts list PO06200 for details.
ETH3 ETH2
ACIM1
1
ACIM2
AM1 AM2 AM3 AM4 AM5 AM6 1
ETH4 ETH1
ACIM3
TBE2
ACIM4
TBE5
CN7
1 1
Ethernet Connections 6
ACIM5
PT2
CN6 S2 U22
U41
AC Digital
PT1
LMOD1
Output Relays
18 U29 U38 P4
1 SSR1 1
S1 P3
12
SSR2
1
CN1
TBE6
TBE3
TBK1
CN9
SSR4
10
See Below for CN4 U1 U8
U4 P1
Switch Settings L1 U7
U10
SSR5
1 10 12
U11 SSR6
1 P2
U3
U9
CN5 U5 SSR7 1
U17 SW1 U2
TBK4
1 SSR8
TBE4
TBE7
CN8
TBK2
SSR9
10
C119
SSR10
1
8
10
C94 D11
1 T1 SSR11
TBK5
16 HS1
Supply Fuse
TBK3
TBE1
1 3
C95
8 5
For the ST, QT and N4 models, all four switches in SW2 should be in the OFF position
during normal operation. For the SA model, SW2-3 and SW2-4 are used to select the
board set with which this A4M is associated (For SA model see section 10 for more information) .
There are special functions which can be activated on all of the AccuLoad models when
SW2-1 is set to ON. To activate the special functions, remove power from the AccuLoad,
set the switches to select the desired special function and then apply power to the module.
Once the special function is complete, all switches should be set to OFF for the ST, QT
and N4 models. For the AccuLoad SA, SW2-1 and SW2-2 should be set to OFF and,
SW2-3 / SW2-4 should be set according to the board set.
The replaceable parts on the A4B board are the power fuse and AC Digital output relays.
Refer to parts list for details.
LMOD1 U7
1 12
PT1
1
SSR1 U15 U13 U12 U11 U10 U9
SSR2
CN1
TB14
TB10
SSR3
P2
U14
SSR4
SSR5
10
SSR6
ETH2
1
SSR7
U3 Ethernet
U20
SSR8 Connections
ETH1
S1
TB9
SSR9 S1
See A4B Switch
Settings Table
SSR10
1
SSR11 CN2
U24
12
SSR12 U4
1
S2 CN3
TB12
SSR13 U28
SSR14
U30
TB8
U33
SSR15
12
SSR16 U37
Analog Digital
10
1
Output Relays
U25
1
ACIM1 TB13
U29
TB11
ACIM2
U34
5
ACIM3
12
U38
TB2
1 2
ACIM4
C14
Power Fuse
The replaceable parts on the A4I board are the power fuse and AC Digital output relays.
Refer to parts list for details.
Ethernet Connections
CN1 LMOD1
ETH2 ETH1
TB9
CN3
TB5
U10 U11 U9 CN2
AC Digital
Output Relays
SSR1
U22
SSR2
See table 13 P1
SSR3
S1
for Switch U5
Settings
TB8
SSR4
TB4
SSR5
U4
SSR6
P8 SSR7
S2
SSR8
U27
SSR9
SSR10
TB3
SSR11
SSR12
SSR13
TB7
SSR14
SSR15
SSR16
TB2
12V
24V
5V
Power
SSR17
Fuse
TB6
SSR18
F1
TB1
C5
C14 SSR19
D3 SSR20
There are two AC power inputs to the AccuLoad A4M board. The first is the instrument
power which powers the AccuLoad electronics and is connected to the A4M at TB1 (see
figure 9). The instrument power should be “clean” and must meet the requirements
listed in the specification SS06200. The second AC power input to the AccuLoad is used to
drive external AC equipment such as solenoids and therefore will be “noisier” so it should
be supplied to the AccuLoad by a separate circuit from the power panel.
Field I/O
Power Power
Distribution AccuLoad
Panel
Instrument
Power TB1
Separate
Curcuits
The AC instrument power is connected to the A4M module which produces 24 VDC power
for the standard (THMI, A4B) modules in the AccuLoad. The A4M DC power supply is
also capable of supplying up to a maximum of 1 amp of regulated DC power which can
be used to power optional A4I modules, card readers and meter pulse transmitters and
other external DC circuits.
A4M Module
TBE4
Factory wired to
AccuLoad internal
9 modules
10
+24 VDC 11
12 To meter transmitters,
13 remote A4I etc.
DC GND 14
15
16 Factory wired to
AccuLoad internal
modules
7.3. Grounding
The AccuLoad must be properly grounded to ensure safe and reliable operation.
The AccuLoad requires a single point earth ground dedicated to the AccuLoad pro-
vided by a ground rod. There must be less than 2 Ohms between the ground lug of the
AccuLoad enclosure and the ground rod.
Any ground wires and/or shields in the cables connected to devices external to the
AccuLoad such as printers, analog sensors etc. should only be connected to TBE4
terminals 13, 14 or 15 at the AccuLoad end of the cable. It is very important to ensure
this is the only ground point.
The AccuLoad counts pulses from the meter(s) to determine the amount of volume or
mass that has flowed through the meter. The AccuLoad can be configured to receive
pulses in one of three modes:
• Single Channel – One pulse input receives a single stream of pulses from the meter.
• Dual Channel – Two pulse inputs receive two separate pulse streams from the meter.
This allows the AccuLoad to detect meter connection problems with one of the
channels and post an alarm. Also, this allows the AccuLoad to determine the
direction of flow through the meter.
• Dual Channel with Integrity – Four pulse inputs receive two pulses streams and
two inverted pulse streams from the meter. This allows the AccuLoad to detect the
direction of flow and meter connection problems including the case where both
pulse streams are inactive.
Regardless of the mode selected, to qualify as a valid pulse, the signal on the input to
the AccuLoad must be less than one volt for a minimum of 80 microseconds and then
transition to greater than 5 volts and remain above 5 volts for a minimum of 80 micro-
seconds as shown below.
The A4M board has six slots into which modules can be inserted to interface to analog
sensors or actuators (ie. Pressure sensor, valve). Typically, these modules are installed
at the factory according to the requirements of the installation but changes and
replacements of these modules may be done in the field. The analog I/O points are fully
configurable and can be inputs such as temperature or pressure or outputs such as analog
valve control. There are 5 different types of analog interface modules available which are
inserted into a socket on the A4M board as follows:
Table 14. Types of analog I/O modules
AM 1
Set Cal 1 and Cal 2
Mounting Screw parameters to these
Alignment Pins
values in AccuLoad
Side View Top View analog configuration
To remove a module, loosen the captive retaining screw and pull the module out of the
socket gently while rocking the module slightly. Insert a module by lining up the pins
with the socket holes, pushing the module in until it seats against the circuit board and
then tightening the retaining screw.
During initial installation and anytime a module is installed, the two calibration numbers
(Cal. 1 and Cal. 2) written on the top of the module should be entered into the program-
ming of the AccuLoad to ensure optimum accuracy.
AccuLoad
Firewall Firewall
Automation Server
Corporate
LAN
PLC
From the Accuload IV Ready Screen, Press Main in the top left corner. From there
navigate to “Program Mode/System/Communications/Host Interface”. Scroll to the
bottom of the page where the parameters for Internal IP Address and THMI IP Address
are listed.
Change the parameters to the desired IP addresses then press Program Mode at the
top of the screen. Example: 192.168.1.1 & 192.168.1.6 respectively.
Once at the Program Mode menu, press Save and Exit. A Critical Errors screen will
appear. Choose Logout with warnings.
Once this is done, you will be brought back to the Main Menu. Press Device Settings.
Then choose MMI Settings. The screen will turn white for a moment.
Choose Configuration.
Choose Configuration.
This section will display the current IP address of the THMI and programmed gateway.
Change them to the desired new IP settings like the example below. Use the new
Accuload IV IP address as the Gateway. Once completed, press the green check mark.
Change the Primary URL to reflect the new AccuLoad IV IP address preserving all other
content in the Primary URL. Then press the back arrow in the top right corner of the
screen to ensure all settings have saved.
Once these steps are completed, power down the entire AccuLoad IV for one minute
and re-apply power. The new IP settings should take effect.
Tx+ Rx+
Rx+ Tx+
Tx- Rx-
Rx- Tx-
AccuLoad
Tx+
Rx+
Tx-
Rx-
AccuLoad A4I or
Rx+ AccuLoad – Comm 1, external device
Tx+ 2 or 3
Rx- A4I-TB2
Tx-
Tx+ 1 Rx+
Tx- 2 Rx-
Rx+ 3 Tx+
Rx- 4 Tx-
Tx+
Rx+
Tx-
Rx-
AccuLoad – Comm
External RS-232
1,2,3 or 4
device
Tx Rx
Rx Tx
Gnd Gnd
AccuLoad – R T G R T G
Comm 1,2,3 or 4 x x n x x n
d d
Tx
Rx
Gnd
Figure 21. MultiDrop RS232 Serial Wiring
8.3. AC Digital Input
AccuLoad External AC Wiring
AC
TBE2
1 (L2)AC in
AC Common
L2
AC
2
In #7 (AC) AC supply
3
AC
In #8 (AC) L1
AC 4
In #9 (AC)
5
In #10 (AC)
AC
6
AC In #11 (AC)
AC
AC
AC
AccuLoad
External AC Wiring
L1 AC
External DC actuated
device (i.e. Valve)
L1 AC
8.5. DC Digital Output
AccuLoad
External DC Wiring
+24 VDC from A4M
TBE4 - 10, 11 or 12
DC Output +
External DC actuated
device (i.e. Valve)
DC Output -
DC Input+
DC Input -
AccuLoad
External RTD Wiring
RTD+ 1 Red
SIG + 2 Red
SIG - Black
3
RTD - Black
4
A4M-TBE6 -
13, 14 or 15
AccuLoad –
A4M - TBE5
RTD +
SIG X +
SIG X-
RTD - GND
4-20mA
Ground (TBE4) Transmitting Device
AccuLoad –
A4M - TBE5 External
RTD + Power
SIG X +
SIG X-
RTD - GND
4-20mA
Ground (TBE4) Transmitting Device
Pulse Input+
Open collector
meter output
Pulse Input
Figure 30. External counter wiring
See A4M Board Layout terminals (section 6.1) for meter pulse input terminal locations.
Note: For pulse transmitters requiring 12 VDC (i.e. GPST), install the P2412 converter.
See the P2412 Converter manual MN06117 for details.
AccuLoad A4I
External DC
+5, 12 or 24 VDC V+ Output Signal Wiring
Common
The A4I module provides 10 inputs which can be used for either additive meter pulse
inputs or as DC digital inputs and 20 AC digital outputs. The AC digital outputs are wired
using the same method shown for the A4M/A4B above. However, the meter pulse/DC
digital inputs are wired differently on the A4I versus the A4M/A4B as illustrated in the
following diagrams.
Note: The A4I module provides outputs to supply power to the additive meter. The
voltage supplied is selectable (5, 12 or 24 VDC) using jumpers on the module.
AccuLoad
External Prover
+24 VDC from A4M Pulse Counter
TBE4 - 10, 11 or 12
TB-E6-1
AccuLoad A4I
External Meter
+5, 12 or 24 VDC V+ Output Pulse Wiring
Monoblock transmitter
Internal Pull Up 12 VDC
V+ Supply
Common Common
When programming the AccuLoad the I/O points are referred to by the index number.
9.1.1. A4M
9.1.2. A4B
Table 18. A4B I/O index numbering
9.1.3. A4I
From the factory, none of the AccuLoad I/O connections or functions are defined. De-
pending on the equipment at the facility and operations to be performed, the user must
configure the AccuLoad I/O points accordingly. For example, if a digital flow control valve
is to be interfaced to the AccuLoad as part of a load rack installation, the AccuLoad must
be configured with digital outputs for the upstream and downstream solenoids. The user
must assign the upstream solenoid function to one of the digital outputs to be used for
the solenoid control and then do the same for the downstream solenoids.
The only I/O points that are automatically assigned by the AccuLoad are the meter
pulse inputs (product meters and additive meters). The AccuLoad assigns the pulse
inputs based on the number of meters and injectors defined in the configuration. The
pulse input assignments for various meter configurations are listed in Table 28 (Section
9.3.1). Any pulse input which is not automatically assigned a function by the AccuLoad
is available for user selectable functions.
9.2.1. Prime 4
9.2.2. Genesis
Table 22. Genesis connections
For dual pulse turbine meter connection, there is one PA-6 Preamp on Boss #1 and a
second PA-6 Preamp on Boss #2. For this case, the wiring to the B pulse input of the
AccuLoad is done the same as the wiring to the A pulse input shown above.
Note: When connecting the Promass 84 (does not apply to the Promass 80 or 83 mod-
els) to an AccuLoad, it is important that the “Line Monitoring” function on the Promass
84 be disabled. This is because the pulse input circuitry of the AccuLoad requires the
input pulse “off” voltage to be less than one volt (and the “on” voltage to be greater than
5 volts). If the “Line Monitoring” on the Promass 84 is enabled, the “off” voltage of the
pulses will be greater than one volt and therefore will not be counted by the AccuLoad.
There are three jumpers on each of the frequency output submodules on the I/O board
that enable/disable the “Line Monitoring” function. The factory default is to enable “Line
Monitoring”. Follow the steps from section 6.4.2 of the Proline Promass 84 Operating
Instruction – Bulletin MN0M032 to enable/disable this function.
The AccuLoad totalizes volume or mass in response to pulses received at the pulse
input terminals of the A4M, A4B or A4I modules. Which pulse input connections to use
for each meter is dependent on the configuration of the AccuLoad. For product meters,
the AccuLoad automatically assigns the pulse inputs based on the products defined in
the configuration database. The number of pulse inputs required for each meter varies
based on the type of meter specified in the configuration database.
The following tables show the pulse input assignments made by the AccuLoad for each
of the possible number of product meters. Any pulse inputs which are not required for
connection of the product meters is available to be configured for use as an additive
meter or pulse densitometer.
Notes:
Differences between the AccuLoad III and AccuLoad IV connections are shown BOLD
and colored green.
M5B – Meter 5 channel B integrity – In AccuLoad IV, the valve control solenoid outputs
or metered injector solenoid outputs must be configured/landed on the same board as
the associated meter pulse input.
9.3.2. AccuLoad IV Meter Input Wiring Matrix - AccuLoad Models ST, and N4
10 – AccuLoad SA Components
10.1. General
Optional
Ethernet
MMI
MMI
FCM
The AccuLoad model SA (Split Architecture) is made up of one or optionally two MMI
units and an FCM unit. The MMI units are the operator control panels and are located for
convenient access by the truck driver. The FCM contains all of the I/O control electron-
ics which are connected to the meters, valves, permissives etc. and it can be located
where it is convenient for service personnel access. Typical installation approaches
are shown below:
Lane Two
FCM
MMI
FCM MMI
Lane One
MMI
Lane One
FCM
FCM
MMI
The FCM contains a minimum of one and a maximum of four board sets to provide up
to 18 loading arms. Each board set consists of an A4M and an A4B and optionally an
A4I module. The board sets are referred to as A, B, C and D and are mounted in the
FCM enclosure as shown below:
Factory Wired
+24 VDC
Ground
For convenience, a factory wired DC distribution terminal block (shown above) is pro-
vided in the bottom left corner of the FCM there is one DC distribution terminal block for
each of the A4M board(s) in the FCM. The input to this terminal block is factory wired to
the associated board set and provides 12 separate slots to supply 24 VDC to external
equipment such as the MMI, external meter transmitters, DC digital inputs etc.
The basic MMI contains a THMI module and optionally, may contain any of the following:
• Proximity card reader
• Indicator lights (1 or 2)
• Pushbutton switch
• Ethernet extender module
• USB to serial adapter
• AC power supply
10.3.1. MMI Components Locations
As the minimum, the MMI requires power and a communications link to the FCM. If the
optional AC power supply is installed in the MMI, the power connections are made to
the input terminals of the AC power supply (following the label for the correct terminals).
When using DC power from the FCM, the power is connected to the DC power block
as shown below:
HMI "CN3"
HMI RJ-45
JACK "ETH1" OPTIONAL OPTIONAL
ETHERNET EXTENDER USB TO SERIAL
CONVERTER
OPTIONAL
OPTIONAL ARD
READER
OPTIONAL DC
BLOCK
Factory Wired
+24 VDC
Ground
Ethernet is used for communication between the MMI(s) and the FCM. In the MMI, the
Ethernet connects to the RJ-45 jack ETH1 on the THMI module unless the optional
Ethernet extender is installed in which case it connects to the RJ-45 jack on the Eth-
ernet extender module. The Ethernet connection s required for the AccuLoad SA are
described in Section 11 – Ethernet Wiring.
10.4. SA Addressing
The addresses of each of the board sets in the AccuLoad SA are assigned using DIP
switches located on each of the boards in the set. On the A4M there are two switches
(SW1 and SW2) and the A4B and A4I there is a single switch (SW1) which must be set
based on which board set (A,B,C,or D) the board is associated with. The location of
these switches on each of the boards is shown in section 6. For new equipment, these
are set at the factory and not need adjustment during installation. However, any time
a module is moved or replaced, the address must be set according to the table below:
Table 40. Model SA addressing/switch setting
11 – Ethernet Wiring
When securing the front cover of the AccuLoad model ST or QT, use the following
procedure to ensure the unit is properly sealed and is safe to operate in a Div. 1/
Zone 1 environment:
1. Inspect the door seal O-ring for damage and replace if damaged. The O-ring is not
required to maintain the explosion-proof rating, however it is required to maintain
the IP 65 ingress protection rating. Grease cover flange with petroleum jelly or
TechnipFMC grease (P/N 644886401) before attachment of the cover to the housing.
2. Verify the mating areas between the front cover and the main housing are not scratched,
corroded or otherwise damaged such that the surface contact between them would
be compromised.
3. Close the cover and tighten the cap screws around the perimeter of the front cover
using the sequence shown below. The final torque should be 20 FT-LB / 240 IN-LB
(27.1 Nm / 276.4 Kg.cm).Be sure to note the locations for the two longer bolts used
for the security seal wire.
4. Check that the enclosure is properly sealed by verifying the cover to enclosure joint
“gap” with a 0.0015" (0.0381mm) feeler gauge. The feeler gauge must not enter
the joint for more than a ¼" (6mm) at any point around the perimeter of the cover
to housing joint; see Figure 43 for example.
7 3 2 6 10
11
18
12 17
13 16
14 15
8 4 1 5 9
15 11 7 3 2 6 10 14 18
19
28
20 27
21 26
22 25
23 24
16 12 8 4 1 5 9 13 17
Feeler gauge test of cover flame path joint, inspect joint around the complete perimeter
using a 0.0015" (0.0381 mm) feeler gauge. (ALIV-QT shown - use the same procedure
for ALIV-ST).
12.2. Sealing
Each of the AccuLoad enclosures can be sealed using standard seal wires. On the
AccuLoad ST and QT models the seal wire is threaded through holes in two cover bolts
as shown in the following figures:
Seal Wire
Cross
drilled
bolts
Standard
bolts
AccuLoad ST sealing
Figure 44. AccuLoad ST sealing
Seal wire
Standard Bolts
Figure 45.AccuLoad
AccuLoad QT
QTsealing
sealing
To seal any of the NEMA 4 enclosures, simply thread the seal wire through any of the
cover locking clamps opposite the hinge.
13 – Maintenance
iii. Guidance for equipment inspection and maintenance is provided by EN/IEC 60079-17:
“Electrical Apparatus for explosive gas atmospheres, “Inspection and maintenance
of electrical installations in hazardous areas” and should be utilized for the
inspection / maintenance process.
iv. When performing maintenance that requires opening of the enclosure cover, all
flame paths, which are defined as the machined flanged surface between the
housing and the cover, shall be inspected to ensure that they are clean and
undamaged, no scratches, nicks, corrosion, or other defects that would affect the
integrity of the flame path are allowed. If defects are detected the equipment should
not be placed back into service until the issues are resolved.
v. Verify that all tapped cover bolt threaded locations in the enclosure are clean and
intact with no missing/stripped threads.
vi. Verify that the cover bolts are the required M8 x 1.25-6g, Din 912, Steel Grade
12.9. Prior to reassembly apply a light coating of nickel based anti-seize such as
TechnipFMC P/N (646002401) to all bolt threads.
vii. Verify that any blind threaded cover bolt holes do not have excessive grease /
anti-seize packed into them as this could cause hydraulic fractures of the enclosure
when the bolts are tightened.
viii. Inspect to see that the environmental O-ring is correctly installed (seated into the
groove) and in good condition, no cracks etc. If defective replace to maintain
environmental protection. Grease cover flange with petroleum jelly or TechnipFMC
grease (P/N 644886401) before reattachment of the cover to the housing.
ix. Follow cover bolt torquing procedure as outlined in section 12. When complete,
verify the flame path gaps as per the procedure.
Note: This does not include the process to authorize entry into the housing in an Ex
environment or closure of the housing. Reference Section 12.
2. Remove polycarbonate shield from A4M (4x captive Phillips head screws)
3. Remove captive mounting fastener from A4M closest to AC input terminal block
TBE1.
Note: due to risk of cross threading standoff, remove this fastener by hand
4. From kit, install (4) 0.25” hex standoffs and nylon insert locknuts on to A4M shield.
6. Align A4I #1 on standoffs with ethernet jacks nearest the ethernet jacks on the A4M
9. * From kit, install (4) 1.5” hex standoffs to retain the first A4I
11. * Ensure DIP switch S1-2 is ON to designate this second A4I as A4I #2
12. * Align A4I#2 on standoffs with ethernet jacks nearest the ethernet jacks on the A4M
15. Install ground wires for installed A4Is using the captive mounting fastener nearest
TBE1 on the A4M.
Note: due to risk of cross threading standoff, remove this fastener by hand
16. Install DC supply power (Red & Black twisted pair) wiring
• A4I #1 TB1-1 to A4M TBE4-10
• A4I #1 TB1-2 to A4M TBE4-13
• * A4I #2 TB1-1 to A4M TBE4-11
• * A4I #2 TB1-2 to A4M TBE4-1
13.3.2 Accessing the Display Module menu Through the AccuLoad IV Menu
Step 1: From the Run/Ready Mode screen, enter the Main menu
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Step 3a. For older firmware, instead select the MMI Settings button and wait for the Display
Module menu to appear. If the menu does not appear after a short time, you may have
to restart the Display Module as follows:
3. Remove the Ethernet cable that connects the THMI to the A4M board.
13.3.3 Display Module touch screen recalibration procedure
Step 2: Log in at Security Level 4 using the 4-digit pin “4444”. Upon
successful login, the calibration utility will appear.
Step 3: Calibrate by touching the cursor with the stylus in each of the 5
positions when prompted. If this fails, restart calibration utility then launch the
low-level calibration by firmly pressing the same location on the TSLIB
calibration utility screen 5 times.
Step 4: Using an approved stylus, tap the screen moving across the red bar
from one corner of the display to the other (try to keep as close to the edge of
the LCD as possible).
Step 4a. Once enough touch points are received, the red bar will be displayed
on a new edge. Once all 4 sides have been calibrated, the process is complete.
The touch screen used in the AccuLoad IV is a resistive element with a thin
layer of glass as the top-most layer, to allow the sensor to work when wet, when
the user is gloved, etc. and to avoid damage from exposure to hydrocarbons and
other chemicals. To protect this thin glass layer, a screen protector is applied to
the AccuLoad IV display like one that might be used to protect a mobile phone.
The touch screen features a plastic screen protector installed from the factory
which has a surface area exceeding the area specified in IEC/EN 60079-0.
WARNING: Clean Display with Damp Cloth only.
After a time, this screen protector may become scratched, marred, clouded or
otherwise damaged and may need to be replaced.
To replace the screen protector, remove the existing screen protector carefully.
First find the edge of the plastic and using a nylon screwdriver or similar tool
(avoid using metal screwdrivers, knife blade or similar tools that can scratch or
crack the underlying glass), peel back a corner of the screen protector until you
can grasp and remove fully. Once the old screen protector has been removed,
clean the class using a damp cloth only and allow to dry. Peel the backing off the
replacement screen protector and apply working from one edge to the other,
taking care to avoid trapping any air bubbles.
The circuit boards in the AccuLoad IV contain a 7-segment LED capable of displaying
information about the status of the board. The indications can be decoded using the
following table:
Function LED Description Notes
Display
Bootloader Bb Bootloader Error Active Refer to Bootloader Errors
Status
UU Firmware Update Active Processor firmware is updating
FF Unable to Read Memory Hardware failure – replace board
E1 TCP timeout Check the connection between BBB
and Ethernet port, replace hardware
Bootloader E2 Boot Error Hardware failure – replace board
Errors
E3 Upgrade Error Re-attempt firmware update
E4 No Firmware Error Re-attempt firmware update
E5 Firmware CRC Error Re-attempt firmware update
E6 Bootloader CRC Error Hardware failure – replace board
E7 MAC address NOT Hardware failure – replace board
programmed
WARNING: do not perform this procedure in a hazardous area.
Recommended backup battery replacement interval - 5 years
13.6.1 Battery replacement procedure:
2. Remove connectors and ethernet cables from A4M and A4I boards as applicable.
3. Remove A4M from housing via the (4) captive fasteners on the corners of the A4M.
4. Locate the hole in the A4M mounting tray that allows access to the RTC battery.
5. Battery removal:
a. Position the A4M so the gold tab on the RTC battery socket is pointing
toward the technician.
b. Using flathead screwdriver supplied with unit, press down on the battery on the
right side of the gold tab and pull gently towards the technician.
c. Once the battery is unseated, utilize ESD safe technical tweezers or needle
nose pliers to remove the battery from the assembly.
6. Install new replacement battery:
a. Position the A4M so the gold tab on the RTC battery socket faces away from
the technician. Place RTC battery in hole and under edge of gold tab.
b. Using flathead screwdriver supplied with unit, guide RTC battery into the socket.
7. Re-install the A4M into housing utilizing the (4) captive fasteners on the corners of
the A4M and restore all connections.
IMPORTANT: ALL ELECTRONIC MATERIALS MUST BE RETURNED USING
PROPER ESD PROTECTION AND PACKAGING.
A4M:
• Remove and retain the License Key (dongle); they are not included with the
replacement A4M boards.
• Disconnect and retain the long ethernet patch cable. Leave the short cable
connected to the COM module in place.
• All Terminal Blocks (connectors) should be removed and retained. They are not
included with replacement boards.
THMI/DISPLAY MODULE AND TOUCH SENSOR:
14 – Related Publications
The following literature can be obtained from TechnipFMC Measurement Solutions Literature Fulfillment at
measurement.fulfillment@TechnipFMC.com or online at http://info.smithmeter.com/literature/online_index.html.
When requesting literature from Literature Fulfillment, please reference the appropriate bulletin number and title.
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