Customer : NanTong Mingde Heavy Industry Stock CO.,LTD.

Item : Levelmaster WIM

Water Ingress Detection System
Order no. :
Hull no. :
MD30000LBC-01/02/03/04

For approval

For working

For final

8
7
6
5
4
3 For final
2 For working
1 For approval
No. Date Description Charge Checked Approved
 LEVELMASTER WIM 060828
Water Ingress Detection System REV 061018
MD30000LB C- 01/02/03/04 REV 061221

Kockum Sonics Scope of supply System 69 56, Order K49 4

WIM - Alarm Panel

3X2X0.5 SHIELDED 2X2X0.5

TWISTED PAIR SHIELDED
TW ISTED
PAIR
TO VDR RS232

2
3X2X0.5
SHIELDED
TW ISTED
PAIR

3X2X0.5 1
SHIELDED
TW ISTED AIR TUBES
PAIR
COM2
LEVELMASTER WIM EL CABLES
H8 Unit

115/230
V AC
4
BOX FOR EXTERN
POWER SUPPLY
MAINS
115/230V AC Air supply
EMERGENCY
3-9 Bar

3
6
5

HOLD 6 HOLD HOLD

5 6
5

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 LEVELMASTER WIM 060828
Water Ingress Detection System REV 061018
MD30000LB C- 01/02/03/04 REV 061221

Kockum Sonics Scope of supply System 69 56, Order K49 4

Item Q'ty Name Code Working doc no./ Weight Remarks

Dimensions (kg)
1 1 H8 - Cabinet including 500x300x210 26 Incl in order
Air Filter fixed on right side of the H8 24721712 160x670x60
2 1 WIM Alarm Panel 24724037 400x300x130 8 Incl in order
3 1 Emergency Power Switch 24721065 300x200x120 5 Incl in order
4 Air pipes Yard’s Supply
5 Isolation valve (ball valve) Yard’s Supply
6 Non return valve Yard’s Supply

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 WIM - Questionnaire
Ship definition
Ship Value Remarks
Customer’s order SE071210
KSA System Number 6956
KSA Order Number K494
Name
Yard and Hull Number Nantong Mingde HI
MD30000LBC-01
Main power supply 115/230 VAC
Emergency power supply 115/230 VAC
Tank Sensor Definition:

H8 For Kockum Tank name Tank WIM Panel Tank Mech.Off Notes
outlet Sonic use Code Position height (mm)
(mm)
H8 WIM
address address
1 No.1 cargo hold 12900
2 No.2 cargo hold 12900
3 No.3 cargo hold 12900
4 No.4 cargo hold 12900
5 No.5 cargo hold 12900
6 No.6 cargo hold 12900
7 Fire pump 4700
8 Fore peak 6400
9 Paint Store 2850
10 Bow thruster 3850
11 Void 8200
12 Bosun store 2900

Tank Code) Max 2x6 characters

Tank height) Height including venting pipe or Ullage plug (cm)
Mech. off) Distance between tank bottom and pipe outlet. Negative if in a well below tank bottom. (cm)
H8 Addr) For Kockum Sonics internal use.

Tank presentation on the WIM ALARM PANELS:

WIM panel Position will replaced by

above given ‘Tank Code’.
Can only be set by Kockum Sonics rep.

Note.
Tank Height and Mechanical offset and
optionally Percent factor can be altered by
service engineer during commissioning. For
maintenance purposes actual values must
always be sent to Kockum Sonics..

‘TANK HEIGHT’:
Press: <F2><TANK SELECT>

‘Sensor 1, MECHANICAL OFFSET’.

Press: <F1><TANK SELECT>

‘Sensor 2, MECHANICAL OFFSET’.

Press: <F1><F2><TANK SELECT>

F1 F2 ‘Sensor 2, PERCENT FACTOR’.

Press: <F1><F2><F1><TANK SELECT>
6956-K494 WIM Questionnaire
 USER'S GUIDE
for

LEVELMASTER WIM ®

Water Ingress Monitoring system

Table of contents:

1 Introduction......................................................................................................................... 2
2 Technical specifications..................................................................................................... 3
2.1 WIM Alarm Panel DU350 UNIT .................................................................................... 3
2.2 WIM Alarm Panel Box .................................................................................................. 3
2.3 Emergency Power Switch ........................................................................................... 3
2.4 Levelmaster® WIM cabinet ......................................................................................... 4
3 DU 350 WIM ALARM Bridge and Auxiliary Units .............................................................. 5
3.1 Configuration ............................................................................................................... 5
3.1.1 Flush panel............................................................................................................ 5
3.1.2 Remote control box (optional) ............................................................................. 5
3.1.3 WIM Alarm Box (optional) .................................................................................... 6
3.2 Operation......................................................................................................................7
3.2.1 Displays................................................................................................................. 7
3.2.2 Push buttons......................................................................................................... 7
3.2.3 Optional, Alarm override (‘BRIDGE UNIT’ only) ................................................. 7
3.2.4 System Test .......................................................................................................... 8
3.2.5 Errors..................................................................................................................... 8
3.2.6 Sound .................................................................................................................... 8
3.3 Installation.................................................................................................................. 10
4 Emergency Power Switch ................................................................................................ 11
4.1 Description ................................................................................................................. 11
4.2 Mechanical Installation.............................................................................................. 11
5 Level gauging cabinet Levelmaster WIM ........................................................................ 12
5.1 Description ................................................................................................................. 12
5.1.1 The Cabinet ......................................................................................................... 12
5.1.2 Air treatment unit (standard version)................................................................ 12
5.1.3 Power terminal .................................................................................................... 12
5.1.4 Measuring Block ................................................................................................. 13
5.1.5 Sensor & Control Unit ........................................................................................ 13
5.1.6 Communication terminal.................................................................................... 13
5.2 The principles of measurement ................................................................................ 13
5.2.1 Pre-purging ......................................................................................................... 13
5.2.2 Measurements .................................................................................................... 14
5.2.3 Automatic System Calibration ........................................................................... 14
5.2.4 Automatic cleaning (blowing through).............................................................. 14
5.3 Installation.................................................................................................................. 14
5.3.1 Mechanical installation....................................................................................... 14
5.3.2 Air supply requirements..................................................................................... 15
5.3.3 Electrical connections........................................................................................ 16
6 Installation materials (air piping) ..................................................................................... 17
6.1 Deck tubes ................................................................................................................. 17
6.2 Dip pipes .................................................................................................................... 17
6.3 Installation in hazardous areas, vessels carrying dangerous goods .................... 18
7 Commissioning ................................................................................................................. 19
7.1 Pre-commissioning ................................................................................................... 19
7.2 Final commissioning and calibration ....................................................................... 19
8 Maintenance and service.................................................................................................. 20
8.1 Periodical inspections level gauging ....................................................................... 20
8.2 Start up ....................................................................................................................... 20
9 Spare parts and service kits (optional) ........................................................................... 21
10 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 22
10.1 Levelmaster WIM Cabinet ...................................................................................... 22
10.2 DU 350 WIM Alarm Panel ....................................................................................... 23
Appendix A – Wiring diagrams
Appendix B – Proposal drawings
Appendix C – Connection plan Precommissioning report
WIM Questionnaire
User’s guide for Water Ingress Monitoring KSM 613/0631

1 Introduction
The Water Ingress Monitoring by Kockum Sonics is based on regular Level Gauging
System Levelmaster® with an Emergency Power Switch capable of switching between
main and emergency power. The principle is simple, just measurement of possible water
level with no regards to the required alarms or other demands. The alarms are then
activated in the alarm panel.

The principle of measurement carried out by Levelmaster® WIM is the same as in

conventional so-called “electro-pneumatic level gauging”. A minimal air stream is blown
into the liquid where the level is being measured. The pressure in the air pipe corresponds
to the hydrostatic pressure of the liquid at the outlet of the air.

Thus by measuring the air pressure in the cabinet, often far away from the measured tank,
the level of the liquid can be calculated.

Consequently the greatest advantages of the system is need of only one air pipe to every
point regardless of number required alarms and lack of any electrical wires.

The Levelmaster® WIM unit is connected to one or several Alarm Panels where the level
is treated with regards to required alarms and tests.

According to IMO regulations the main alarm panel is to be placed on bridge, if required
additional panels (slaves) may be placed in e.g. pump control room.

Bridge
3X2X0.5
shielded WIM - Alarm Panel
twisted
Air Supply pair
Alarm LED
3 - 7 Bar
Electro-Pneumatic Alarm Buzzer
Sounding
Top penetration
Test Button
3X2X0.5 EMERGENCY
HOLD shielded Mute Button
POWER SWITCH
twisted
LEVELMASTER WIM pair

100VAC
Electro-Pneumatic AIR TUBES
Sounding
EL CABLES
Side penetration

HOLD WIM - Alarm Panel

Main Power Emergency Alarm LED

100-240VAC 100-240VAC
Alarm Buzzer

Electro-Pneumatic Test Button

Sounding
Bilge well monitoring Mute Button
HOLD

Cargo Control Room

Fig 1.1 Typical WIM configuration for 7 to 12 cargo holds

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2 Technical specifications

2.1 WIM Alarm Panel DU350 UNIT

Voltage input: 24 VDC (15...35 VDC)

Max current / display 300 mA
Protections class: IP43
Weight (incl enclosure): 1.2 kg
Rated ambient temperature: 0o...+50oC
Maximum storage
Ambient temperature: -20o...+60oC
Humidity: 20...90% (non-condensing)

2.2 WIM Alarm Panel Box

See also section 3.1.3 for a description.

Protections class: IP54

Dimensions 320 x 400x 120 mm (H x W x D)
Weight 8 kg
Rated ambient temperature: 0o...+50oC
Maximum storage
Ambient temperature: -20o...+60oC
Humidity: 20...90% (non-condensing)

2.3 Emergency Power Switch

Voltage input: Main: 115/230VAC 50/60Hz

Emergency: 115/230VAC 50/60Hz
Other voltage levels optional.

Voltage output: To Levelmaster WIM: 115/230VAC 50/60Hz

To DU 350 alarm panel: 24 VDC

Dimensions:
Physical 120 x 300x 20 mm (H x W x D)
Weight 5 kg
Gravity center 0 x 0 x 50 mm (H x W x D re geom. center)
Color RAL 7035
Enclosure IP 66
Rated ambient temperature: 0o...+55oC

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2.3 Levelmaster® WIM cabinet

Performance:
Range 0 – 32 m water column
Number of measuring points max. 24 per cabinet
Resolution 1 mm
Accuracy max error < ± 0.15% of FS, 15°C to 45°C
< ± 0.25% of FS, 0°C to 55°C
typical ± 1.5 cm

Updating time 7-8 sec

Level increasing velocity max: 400 mm/min (typical)

Operation:
Air supply 5 - 8 bar (30 bar optional), Dry and clean instrument air
Air consumption 0.5 Nl/min per tank (average)
Operating ambient temperature 0 - +550 C

Power supply 115/230VAC 50/60Hz or

24V DC, max 50 VA (optional)

Communication:
Com1: RS-485 9600 baud, no parity, 8 bits, 1 stop bit
Com 2: RS-485 9600 baud, no parity, 8 bits, 1 stop bit
USB: USB driver for the SCU included on delivery CD

Analogue outputs 24 x (4–20 mA) (optional)

Dimensions:
Without Air Conditioning Package 300 x 500x 210 mm (H x W x D)
With Air Conditioning Package 720 x 565 x 210 mm (H x W x D)
Weight 26 Kg
Gravity center 0 x 0 x 50 mm (H x W x D re geom. center)
Color RAL 7032
Enclosure IP 54

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3 DU 350 WIM ALARM Bridge and Auxiliary Units

3.1 Configuration
The Alarm Panels DU 350 WIM can be delivered for flush mounting in any
existing panel or built in box with external light and push button.

3.1.1 Flush panel

The unit is delivered together with dimmer for panel lights control. The dimmer
shall be placed near the panel.
Any external push button can be connected to the panel in order to double the
internal commands.

3.1.2 Remote control box (optional)

In addition to the flush mounted panel an remote control box with push buttons,
alarm light and dimmer can de delivered.

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3.1.3 WIM Alarm Box (optional)

The Alarm Panels (2 pcs) for presentation of up to 12 measurement points may be

delivered mounted in a box complete with alarm lamp, alarm buzzer, alarm accept
button, test button and a dimmer.

Alarm LED

Alarm buzzer

Test button

Alarm accept (mute)

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3.2 Operation

The WIM Alarm Panels are used in conjunction with the Levelmaster® WIM
system. Each WIM display unit consists of up to six display groups showing
compartment level and alarm status.

For display of a greater number of tanks, or for replicating the same information in
for instant Control Room, several WIM display units can be combined.

• The first WIM acts as master and is connected to the Levelmaster® WIM
system via the first RS- 485 port
• The second WIM unit acts as a ‘replicate’ showing same information. This
unit is connected to the master unit via a second RS-485 port.

3.2.1 Displays

The display field dedicated to the tank or hold shows:

• Measured level as five digit numerical value – normally level in m with 2
decimals
• One PRE-alarm (0.5 m) light, flashing if unaccepted alarms, continuous if
alarm accepted (mute)
• One MAIN-alarm (2 m) light, flashing if unaccepted alarms, continuous if
alarm accepted (mute)
• A bar graph showing corresponding level in % of the MAIN-alarm level.

3.2.2 Push buttons

The push buttons in the lower part of the panel and/or correspondent external
push buttons may trigger following functions:
• Alarm accept (mute)
• Alarms override (on the panel only)
• System test
• System info (on the panel only)
• Density setting

3.2.3 Optional, Alarm override (‘BRIDGE UNIT’ only)

The PRE-alarm and MAIN-alarms may be overridden for every compartment

individually. In such case the display presents:
• Measured level as digits five numerical value – normally level in m.
• A bar graph showing corresponding level in % of the max compartment
level.
• Lamp indicating “Alarm Override” is light.

To override alarm:
• Select tank by pressing the “Tank Selector “ button until the desired tank
display is blinking
• Toggle the override mode by pressing the “Alarm Override” button

The override function is cancelled automatically when the level is falling below the
alarm levels for more than 2 hours (time out)

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3.2.4 System Test

The System Test button on alarm panel or corresponding external button will test
the system:
• First press – all lamps on the alarm panel will lit
• Second press – the first tank will go into Pre-Alarm mode. Accept can be
done by the “Accept” button
• Third press – as second press but now the “Main Alarm” will be activated
• Fourth press – return to normal operation.

After performed test the system returns to normal running automatically

Note
On the Replica Unit only the first test step – lamp test, is possible.

3.2.5 Errors

In case of any system failure an E’ is displayed as first character in the numerical

display.

Press button “System Info” to see error codes.

The two upper fields shows then the program version, the two in the middle part
shows communication requests and replies.
The two lowest fields shows error codes, see Trouble Shooting for explanation.

3.2.6 Sound

An internal or external where applicable buzzer, sound in intervals for unaccepted

PRE-alarms, continues for MAIN-alarms.

When the Alarm Accept button is pressed on Bridge unit, the sound is muted on
both the Bridge unit and the slave unit in Control Room.

Alarm Accept button pressed on slave unit in Control Room, mute sound only at
its unit (Control Room).

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Override LED The WIM display unit

Lit when alarms is divided into six
overridden display groups . Each
group shows
Tank labels information for one
Name of tank/ compartment .
compartment
Sample:
Digits
Fore Peak tank
Level in meters
LED lit indicating
with two decimals ‘Override’ mode .
Numerical value 7.56,
Main alarm LED level in meter.
Continuosly lit if Bar graph showing
accepted alarm . 50% of the max level.
Flashing if not
accepted alarm
Bosun’s Store
Empty, no alarms .
Pre alarm LED
Hold 1
Steady lit if
Water level =
accepted alarm . 2.08 meter
Flashing if not MAIN alarm LED lit
accepted alarm Bar graph completely
filled
Bargraph
Shows % of MAIN Hold 2
alarm level in Empty, no alarms .
normal mode .
In ’Override Hold 3
mode’ it shows % Water level =
0.51 meter
of max level
PRE alarm LED lit
Bar graph 25% filled
System ON LED
LED should alter Hold 4
between lid and not Empty, no alarms .
lit. Steady lit
indicates that no
update from the
CALM system.

Fig 3.1 Alarm Panel

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3.3 Installation

• External cables should be connected to the enclosed terminal contacts.

Maximum cable area - 2.5mm2.
• Shielded cable, properly grounded should always be used.
• For RS-485, shielded 2 x 2 twisted pair cable is recommended.

Must be connected to ground

with 4 mm2, short cable.

Fig 3.2 Alarm Panel, Installation

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4 Emergency Power Switch

4.1 Description
The Emergency Power Switch supplies the DU 350 WIM alarm panel and the Levelmaster WIM
cabinet with power. It has connections for main power and emergency power. Inside the
Emergency Power Switch a relay automatically switches from main power to emergency power if
the main power fails.

The Emergency Power Switch also relays the data being transmitted from the Levelmaster WIM
cabinet to the DU 350 WIM alarm panel.

The Levelmaster WIM cabinet has a digital input that senses if it is running on main or
emergency power by checking if the relay is closed or open. If the Levelmaster WIM cabinet is
running on emergency power an alarm is sent to the DU350 WIM alarm panel from the
Levelmaster WIM cabinet to the DU 350 WIM alarm panel via the Emergency Power Switch

4.2 Mechanical Installation

The cabinet can be fixed directly to the wall with 4 M8 bolts or by means of enclosed brackets,
see fig 4.1
The threaded holes in the cabinet (M8) are blind and shall not be drilled. Electrical connections
For electrical connection see the wiring diagram in appendix A

Fig 4.1 Emergency Power Switch

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5 Level gauging cabinet Levelmaster WIM

5.1 Description 6 7 2

4 5 1

5.1.1 The Cabinet

The cabinet - 1, is electro-dip coat primed and coated with textured powder (optional stainless
steel) to IP 54.

5.1.2 Air treatment unit (standard version)

Before the supply air enters into the cabinet -1, it passes through an air conditioning package
containing an air filter and condensed water separator – 2.

The filter is equipped with an auto drain device and small amount of condensed water may leak
out from time to time.

The package is able to clean and separate only less polluted and humid air, therefore the supply
air should be clean and dry (instrument air).

After passing the air conditioning package the air stream is divided to supply a number of
“Measuring Blocks” – 4.

5.1.3 Power terminal

The supply voltage of the cabinet is 115/230 VAC 50/60Hz. The supply voltage should be
connected to the power terminal – 7. Select with jumpers, the proper supply voltage for the
transformer – 6.

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5.1.4 Measuring Block

One LEVELMASTER WIM Cabinet contains up to four “Measuring Blocks”.

Each Measuring Block contains:

Eight Solenoid Valves

- Six Tank Solenoid Valves

- One Digital Flow Controller Valve
- One Calibration Valve
- One valve board - 5

The supply air enters the block through the Digital Flow Controller Valve, which controls the
airflow.

Each Tank Solenoid Valve is linked with its respective tank (or other measured point) by a pipe
between the cabinet and the measuring point connected to the outlets in the bottom plate of the
cabinet.

5.1.5 Sensor & Control Unit

The brain of the system is the Sensor & Control Unit - 3, which controls all valves, and
measures the pressures. The pressure sensors are located inside the Sensor & Control Unit. All
the sensors have been pre calibrated for non-linearity and temperature shift. In addition, while in
operation the system periodically auto calibrates in order to maintain its accuracy.

The Sensor & Control Unit despite its size is a very powerful and fast computer. The program is
created at Kockum Sonics and can only be modified by Kockum Sonics’ representatives. The
Sensor & Control Unit is equipped with two serial ports (RS-485) and one USB port. The serial
ports Com1 and Com2 are connected to the communication terminal – 8. The USB port is
shared with the Com1 port. If a computer is connected to the USB port this will automatically
disable the Com1 port. The USB port can be utilized for service while the cabinet is in operation.

5.1.6 Communication terminal

Two RS-485 outputs are available on the communication terminal – 8. The ports are utilized for
exporting data to display units, automation system, loading computers etc.

5.2 The principles of measurement

5.2.1 Pre-purging

In order to obtain a steady air pressure in the pipe, which corresponds exactly to the hydrostatic
liquid pressure, each pipe is purged prior to measurements.

The Digital Flow Controller controls the amount of air. The purging is adaptive, if the level is
diminishing or stable, the amount of air blown through the DFC is minimal, the DFC is in idle
mode. When the level is increasing, the DFC is switching over to active mode. The needed
amount of air varies, depending on how fast the level is changing, but also how big is the
pressure in the pipe; the higher is the pressure the more air is requested. The necessary amount
of air is calculated in the “Sensor & Control Unit”, which in turn controls the DFC. The pre-
purging is progressive.

The purging also adapts to the current leakage status of the pipe. The system will try to
compensate for leakage by purging more air selectively to leaking pipes. Using the
LEVELMASTER WIM Utility software the current status for each pipe can be displayed.

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5.2.2 Measurements

After accomplished pre-purging, the measurements can start. Measurements are carried out
sequentially throughout the measuring blocks (A, B, C and D) by the simultaneous opening of all
valves of the same index, until the calculation of hydro static pressure in the corresponding tanks
is complete.

As the air flows into the pipe connected to the tank, the pressure in the pipe will be reduced to
the hydrostatic pressure as the excess air leaves the pipe. The value is measured and
transmitted by the Sensor & Control Unit. In the Sensor & Control Unit, the readings of sensors
in each block are calculated as an average value of several measurements.

Correction for gain and offset specific to each tank is carried out and the value in mm water
gauge is stored and then transmitted to the presentation unit. When this is complete, the Sensor
& Control Unit initiates the next sequence of valve openings in order to sample the new batch of
tanks and so the cycle progresses.
In the standard version the measuring sequence takes about 7-8 sec for all tanks.

5.2.3 Automatic System Calibration

One of the most important features of the system is Auto Calibration, which dramatically
improves the accuracy.

The Auto Calibration procedure is identical to that of tank measurement. With a fixed interval, i.e.
several times per hour, the Sensor and control unit (SCU) measures the atmospheric pressure
and the ambient temperature. The SCU then applies corrections based on the current condition
in the pressure calculations.

The Auto Calibration Valves are vented outside the cabinet. This is to prevent moister to be
released inside the cabinet. If the ambient pressure in the room where the cabinet is mounted
differs from the atmospheric pressure outside where the tank is ventilated, or if the ambient
pressure in the room varies considerably, the cabinet can be ventilated together with the auto
calibration valve outlets to atmospheric pressure via an external pipe connection.

5.2.4 Automatic cleaning (blowing through)

At pre-programmed intervals the Sensor & Control Unit starts an automatic blow through
(purging) sequence, one set of tanks at the time. The blow through function is designed so that
the delay caused to the ongoing measurements is as small as possible.

The interval for purging can be set through the Levelmaster WIM Utility software.

5.3 Installation

5.3.1 Mechanical installation

The LEVELMASTER WIM cabinet is electro-dip coat primed and coated with textured powder
(optional stainless steel) to IP 54.

The box should be placed internally at an ambient temperature between 0 - +55 deg C.

The system operates up to 4 solenoid valves at the same instance. The noise level from this
operation is such that we do not recommend mounting the cabinet in a control room
environment, where people should work for long periods of time without ear protection.

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Fig 5.1 LEVELMASTER WIM cabinet - Installation

The cabinet can be fixed directly to the wall with 4 M8 bolts or by means of enclosed brackets,
see fig above. The threaded holes in the box (M8) are blind and shall not be drilled.

For electrical connections see wiring diagram see Appendix A.

5.3.2 Air supply requirements

It is essential that the compressed air for the level gauging system must be of instrument quality,
free from oil and moisture and filtered to not more than 25 microns.

In the standard version the cabinet is equipped with an air conditioning package containing a
combined regulator and coarse filter with a condensed water separator.

Therefore wherever possible and especially for higher demands on dew point the system should
be provided with a primary air supply from an independent compressor and reservoir, together
with suitable air-drying and filtration plant, used only for the gauging equipment.

The air pressure should not be lower than 150 % of the nominal pressure (5b) and not higher
than 10 b.
Optionally, the LEVELMASTER WIM system can be delivered as a high-pressure version (up to
30b). Please specify the pressure at order. The average air consumption during measurements
is approximately 0.5 Nl/min/tank.

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5.3.3 Electrical connections

Power supply
Supply voltage to the cabinet is 115 / 230VAC, 50/60Hz.
Max power consumption is 50VA, external fuse min 1.25 A.

For electrical connection see the wiring diagram in appendix A.

Power cable:
Use single shielded cable 3 x 1.5. Connect the earth wire to chassis ground plinth (protective
earth.)

Communication signal cable

Use single shielded twisted pair cable 3x2x0.5 mm2

For electrical connection see the wiring diagram in appendix A.

Normally the shield is connected to 0V (system ground) in one end only.

Please make sure that the shield is not connected to chassis ground in any node. If this is the
case, either disconnect the shield from 0V or disconnect the shield from chassis ground.

Note! The system ground should be isolated (>5Mohm) from chassis ground.

If the LEVELMASTER WIM unit is the last or first unit on the RS485 line, terminate the line with
a termination board according to the drawing in appendix A.

When the unit is not first or last, remove the termination board and connect the incoming and
outgoing cables according to the drawing in appendix A.

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6 Installation materials (air piping)

6.1 Deck tubes

The outlets from the cabinet to tanks (sensing pipes) is a female thread BSP ¼”.

Connect outlets from the cabinet to the dip pipes (sounding pipes) in respective tank or bulk
holds according to the table enclosed in Appendix C.

The piping to the tanks (plastic or metal) should be at least 8-mm internal diameter for distances
lower than 100 m and 10 mm for distances greater than 100 m.

Plastic piping (PA or PUR) is preferential owing to greater flexibility and ease of installation. To
protect the air piping on deck, cable clamps as used with electrical cabling should be utilised.
The pipe-work should also be protected from mechanical and environmental damage,
particularly that caused by direct sunlight.

For crude oil, chemicals and gas carriers the deck pipes shall be made of electrically conductive
plastic or metal (cooper or steel)

When metal piping is chosen please follow the installation guidelines for that particular product.

Regardless of pipe material, all fittings and bulkheads penetrations shall be of metal.

We strongly recommend that the relevant Classification Society is approached for advice on
which type of piping is acceptable.

BE SURE THAT ALL PIPES AND JUNCTIONS ARE COMPLETELY TIGHT!

Check the installation is leakage free by switching off the isolation valve at the end of the line
and applying pressure to the other end. If there are no leaks the pressure level will remain
constant when the air supply is switch off, see also the troubleshooting instruction.

Note!
PLASTIC PIPE IS NOT ALLOWED ON SHIPS CLASSIFIED BY NKK

6.2 Dip pipes

The measurement of level can be carried out by means of any pipe with its outlet close to the
tank bottom (not more than 300). The entire dip pipe (sounding pipe) may be installed inside the
measured tank with top penetration, or outside the tank with only the last part terminating in the
tank sc. side penetration, see Appendix B.

The dip pipe may also be installed with its outlet in the bilge well or sounding pipe,
see Appendix B

If the bilge well is not placed in the ship’s CL, the pipe may be connected via a T-joint to two
bilge wells. Another way is individual measurements in bilge wells on both sides of the vessel by
separate CALM outlets.
The average value will be than calculated in the software.

Each pipe shall be equipped with isolation valve (ball valve) in order to check the tightness of the
whole line as well as make service easier.

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6.3 Installation in hazardous areas, vessels carrying dangerous goods

For installations in hazardous areas follow appropriate regulations. In tanks adjacent to crude oil
tanks the dip pipe shall be of metal. Tubes on deck in oil- chemical- or gascarrier shall be of
metal. For measurements in other liquids the dip pipe shall be made of appropriate material.
Non-return valves shall be mounted in vertical position. At side penetration pipe to highest level
or to non-return valve shall be of metal.

Providing installation of the cabinet in non-hazardous zone, due to the measuring principle any
additional safety measures like intrinsically safe electronic equipment or safety barriers are not
necessary.

Measures are taken in order to avoid negative gas flow. At normal conditions the entire sensing
line is pressurized with compressed air or nitrogen so possible combustible gas cannot enter into
the pipe. The gas flow is always positive; it is in the sensing direction.

If of any reason the compressed air to the cabinet is switched off, the SCU will be blocked and
the tank valves will remain closed.

In addition, audible and visual alarm will be triggered on the alarm panel.

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7 Commissioning

7.1 Pre-commissioning

In order to save time at commissioning a simple check of connections and tightness called "pre-
commissioning” of the system is recommended.
The pre-commissioning should be documented with Pre-commissioning Report.

Note:
All operations shall be made with dry compressed air or nitrogen only.
Never use water!!!

7.2 Final commissioning and calibration

In order to perform the calibration fast and accurate, performing of the pre-commissioning, see
above, is necessary.

Naturally, the commissioning and pre-commissioning can be carried out at the same occasion,
but the total time will be longer. The pre-commissioning is carried out with full pressure but the
calibration with open pipes. Therefore it is required at least 24 hours between those to
operations in order to complete empty the pipes.

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8 Maintenance and service

8.1 Periodical inspections level gauging

Providing the requirements of clean and dry air are fulfilled, the system is entirely maintenance
free.

If the air is not completely dry or if it contains impurities, after time the protection filters will
become blocked, the container can be filled with liquid. For good function the filters are equipped
with auto drain, oil separator is equipped with a service indicator.

Check periodically at least once a month if the filters are not blocked and if the auto drain works
properly and there is no liquid in the containers.

Other malfunctions of the system will be signalized by error message.

After discharge
• Check and clean the outlet filter.

Every month
• Close isolation valves and check the tightness of the system, the level on the
Alarm Panel in each line shall go up to more than 30m
• Check the Alarm Panel function, press Test Button once for lamp function, twice
for pre-alarm, three times for main alarm.
• Check if the filters are not blocked and if the auto drain works properly and there
is no liquid in the bowls.

Every year
• Change filter cartridges and O-rings in air treatment package for the Levelmaster
WIM unit.

Check the pressure shown by Alarm Panel and compare with manual measurements.
Recalibrate when not complaint (see CALM User’s Guide)

8.2 Start up

The system is completely automatic. In case of an air or electricity failure, the system will shut off
all valves and remain in idle mode. When the air and or electrical supply are resumed, the
system will re-start automatically.

The system always starts up with a self-calibration, the pipes will be purged to stable pressure
and the measurements obtained will be correct without any additional actions.

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9 Spare parts and service kits (optional)

Recommended spare part service kits

Item Quantity Name Article No

1 2 Solenoid valve 24721035

2 1 10 Fuses 1.25 A, slow blow 20556108

3 1 10 Fuses 2.0 A, slow blow 20556202

Service kit for air filters (cartridges,

4 1 2090020
auto-drain and o-ring)

Service cable (USB connection)

5 1
Type A male – Type B male

List of other spare parts in Levelmaster® WIM

Name Article No
Calibrated Levelmaster® , Sensor and control unit. (SCU) 24723039
Valve block complete incl. push-in fittings, excl. valve card
Block position A 24721049
Block position B 24721050
Block position C 24721051
Block position D 24721052
Valve card 20633041

Flat cable kit, 4 pcs 20700007

Power transformer including filter and cables 24721205

Air filter, general purpose, auto drain water separator 20900106

Air filter, oil removal, auto drain 20900107

Air membrane dryer 20900014

Air pressure regulator 20480021

Manometer 0 – 6 bar 20864504

Overpressure safety valve 20864506

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10 Troubleshooting

10.1 Levelmaster WIM Cabinet

There are four status leds on the SCU:

LED MEANING
SYSOK Led indicating no error conditions detected.
SYSERR System error
• Flash memory failure
• Ram memory failure
• Communication failure
• Watch-dog failure
BLOCKERR Indicate that one or more blocks have error.
• Pressure guard error
• Offset error
• Block leakage
PRESSURE GUARD Indicate that all blocks have pressure guard error condition.
POWER LED Indicate power to the unit.

Problem Possible cause Action

Power off Check fuses. Change damaged components
Check supply voltage
jumper selection.
(115VAC / 230VAC)
Check 24VAC supply from
transformer.
SYSERR led is on Check with the WIM Utility Flash memory failure / ram memory
software for the cause of failure:
the SYSERR condition. Replace the Sensor and Control Unit.
Communication failure: (see also
Appendix A, Electrical connections.)
Check cable connections. Check cables for
shortage to chassis ground, internal
shortage or internal cable brake.
Check termination board connections.
Switch cable between COM2 and COM1
port and test if communication can be
established on the other COM port. Note!
System ground 0V should be isolated from
chassis ground.
Watch dog failure:
When the system is restarted many times
within a short period of time, the watchdog
error will be activated.
Check that stable power is applied to the
system. Wait for at least one minute with
stable power applied. If the watchdog error
does not go off during stable power
conditions, the cause is probably internal
error in the SCU.

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Problem Possible cause Action

BLOCKERR led is on Air supply, pressure to low, Start the WIM Utility software and enter the
pressure guard may be service mode. Use the manual operation of
activated. valves while measuring the block pressure
Valve error: A valve does to find out what has caused the error.
not open or leakage. Open the inlet valve and check that the
Sensor error. sensor measures a high pressure.
Open the ventilation valve and check that
the block can be ventilated.
Fill the block with pressure. Close all the
valves and check the rate pressure leaks
out from the block.
PRESSURE GUARD Air supply below the guard Restore air supply. See also above for block
pressure. error.

10.2 DU 350 WIM Alarm Panel

Error on Problem Possible cause Action

Display
E 00 - - - - No communication, Check communication Repair damage cable, find
WIM cabinet works cable, possible errors on WIM (see
Check signals from below)
SCU
E 01 - - 1 Main Power off, Check Emergency Repair
Emergency power on Power Switch, fuses
E 01 -1- WIM offset alarm Possible internal Check and recalibrate WIM
leakage
E 02 - - - - Checksum error
All displays Main and Emergency Check power supply Change damaged components
switched off Power off unit, fuses.
E 00 - - - - Power on but the SCU or software Replace SCU in Levelmaster
system doesn’t work, damage WIM cabinet..
SYSERR diode on
SCU light red
E 01 1-- WIM pressure alarm Air supply, pressure to Restore air supply
low, pressure guard
may be activated ( if
below 70% of nom
press)

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Appendix A
Wiring diagrams

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KOCKUM SONICS AB LEVELMASTER WIM, electrical connection drawing. 2006-08-08

SCU, Sensor and Control Unit

Digital
COM2 / inputs
RS485 TRANSFORMER
50VA
Primary: 115/230 VAC *
Note! System ground (0V) COM1 / Secondary: 24 VAC
isolated from chassis ground. RS485

USB

Valve

orange
yellow
brown
white
24VAC Internal fuse 2A, slow blow control

5V 0V Flat cable
Capacitor 250 nF
pow stat 2
pow stat 1
D+

D-

Supply voltage
Black Valve board A Grey jumper selection
Measurment point 1 to 6 1 2 3 4
61

66
31
32
81
82

CABLE: Grey Valve board B Black 230VAC

shielded Measurement point 7 to 12 115VAC
3x2
twisted
pair FUSES
Black Valve board C Grey 2X
Measurement point 13 to 18 1.25A

L N PE
Grey Valve board D
Chassis ground bolt
Measurement point 19 to 24

*) Other supply
115/230 VAC *
voltages optional
50/60Hz

To
From
Emergency
Emergency
power
power switch
switch box
box
 Bridge
Chassie connec ted Chassie connec ted
to ship's ground to ship's ground
247.24.037/ KS1
WIM CONNECTION DIAGRAM WIM ALARMPANEL DU350 WIM ALARMPANEL DU350 Connect to Master
MASTER SLAVE terminal:
9 Alarm LED

D-Sub Contact
EMERGENCY POWER 7 Alarm buzzer

9-Pole
2=RD
SWITCH 3=TD
Emergency Power

5=GND
13 Alarm accept
Mains Power

24V DC
Output

Alarm accept

Alarm accept
12 Alarm test

Alarm Test

Alarm Test
D+

D-

+ 24V DC

+ 24V DC
supply

supply

buzzer

buzzer
Alarm

Alarm
Alarm

Alarm
external

external
RS-485

RS-485

RS-485

RS-485
internal

internal
LED

LED
0 DC

0 DC
101 102 103 104 19 +24V DC
EN L EN L 0 + 31 81 External control equipment
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10111213 141516171819 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10111213 141516171819
(option)
Mains Power
supply
Shield connected to
Emergency Power

R1

R2
terminal 0 3 5 2 1
supply term 19
+24V DC
1 3 6 8 1 2 1 3
term 18
0-10V DC
0V DIMMER
1 RS-485 Shield connected to
terminal 18 0V DC
24 V
2

Electric drawing
Typical layout
RS-485 D- 9 RS232 to VDR
6 10
9=RD
power D+ 11
8 10=TD
11=GND
Remote Control Box 1 2 3 5
Note!
(option) If Remote Control Box is connect ed,
Ref. 247.24.038 remove dimmer at ri ght. 1 2 3 5
Chassie connec ted Chassie connec ted
Engine Control Room

19 to ship's ground to ship's ground

+24V DC 7
7
Alarm Buzzer 6 WIM ALARMPANEL DU350 WIM ALARMPANEL DU350
9
Alarm LED 5 MASTER REPLICA SLAVE REPLICA
13
Alarm accept 4
12
Alarm test 3
14
Dimmer 2
18
0V DC 1

Important!
Alarm accept

Alarm accept
- Always use shielded cables
Alarm Test

Alarm Test
+ 24V DC

+ 24V DC
buzzer

buzzer
Alarm

Alarm
Alarm

Alarm
external

external
when outside cabinets
RS-485

RS-485

RS-485

RS-485
internal

internal
LED

LED
0 DC

0 DC
- R1, R2 and R3 are terminating
resistors (150ohm / 0.25 W). 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10111213 141516171819 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10111213 141516171819
Connect these directly on the
screw terminal term 19
+24V DC

- Connect shield only at one end.

R3

0-10V DC
- Always use twisted pair for RS-485 DIMMER

- Recommended cable for RS-485 1 3 6 5 3 4 2 2 7 1 3 3 5 2 1

term 18
0V DC
RS-485
max 47nF/km between each core
Bröckskes SAB1X 345 FRNC TP
 RELAY
R1
13 14
POWER SUPPLY 100-240 VAC/ 24VDC

9 O 5
O

O
1

- AC 10 O
6
O

+ AC O
2

11 O
7
O

O
3

+24 O
8
12 O

0V
O
4

+24
101
0V 102 L
N
D+ 103
D- 12 R1:6 14 8 106 4
104
11 7 3
RELAY
10 6 F2, R1:14 2 F4
R1
POW STAT 1
106 R1:8 9 R1:5 13 5 F1,R1:13 1 F3
POW STAT 2
107 R1:5 F1=2 AT
0V R1:6 F2=2 AT
D+ 108
D- 109 R1:1 F3=2 AT
0V 110 R1:2 F4=2 AT

3X2X0.5 SHIELDED 3X2X0.5 SHIELDED

TWISTED PAIR TWISTED PAIR

EMERGENCY POWER 115/ 230 VAC , 50-60 Hz * TO

115/ 230 VAC, 50-60 Hz * LEVELMASTER WIM

TO LEVELMASTER WIM

TO WIM ALARM PANEL MAIN POWER 115/ 230 VAC, 50-60 Hz *

NOTE:LEVELMASTER WIM IS NORMALLY DELIVERED FOR 230 VAC.
TO MODIFY THE SYSTEM TO 115 VAC:
1. REPLACE THE RELAY R1 IN THE EMERGENCY POWER SWITCH WITH A 115VAC RELAY.
2. CHANGE THE JUMPER SETTINGS IN THE LEVELMASTER WIM CABINET FROM 230 TO 115 VAC. * OTHER SUPPLY VOLTAGES AND FREQUENCIES ARE OPTIONAL.

Material Skala Dokumentnamn

LEVELMASTER WIM
EMERGENCY POWER SWITCH
År - vecka Upprättad av Godkänd
Wiring Diagram
06-17 NOF
Order nr Ersätter Reg. nr. Utg.

247.21.065 KS/1 1
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Appendix B
Installation proposal

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JNS101 Series WIM installation proposal Date: 2006-08-29
Part lists

Drawing 257.20.312/1

Item Note Drawing No

1 End Piece
2 Hex nippel
3 Strainer
4 Bush
5 Adaptor
6 Air pipes, Inner Diameter >10mm
7 Clamp
8 Deck penetration
9 Elbow
10 Hex nippel
11 Isolation valve, Ball valve
12 Adapter

Drawing 257.20.311/1

Item Name Drawing No

1 Cover plate
2 Hex nippel
3 Strainer
4 Hex nippel
5 Isolation valve, Ball valve
7 Air pipes, Inner Diameter >10mm

Drawing 257.20.313/5

Item Note Drawing No

8 Deck penetration
11 Isolation valve, Ball valve
12 Adapter
13, 18 Air pipes, Inner Diameter >10mm
17 Non Return Valve
19 Press coupling
20 Adapter
21 Adapter
22 Elbow
23 Adapter

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Installation do’s and don’ts

Air supply system Compressed air

feeding pipe

Levelmaster H8 Levelmaster H8
cabinet cabinet

Condensed water
auto drain
separator
(optional)

Note! Condensed water in the air feeding system shall not be able to pour
down by gravity to the LEVELMASTER H8 cabinet.

Compressed air
feeding pipe

Levelmaster H8
cabinet Levelmaster H8
cabinet

Condensed water
auto drain
separator
(optional)

Note! Condensed water in the air feeding system shall not be able to pour
down by gravity to the LEVELMASTER H8 cabinet.

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Side penetration Top penetration

Non-return
valve

Isolation
valve

Mechanical End-piece
offset valve
(optional)

End-piece

There should be a falling line from the non-return valve to the tank outlet.
This will prevent water to be trapped after pressure is applied to the pipe.

Water trap Mount Mount

causing non-return isolation
wrong and valves valves
unstable vertical closest
readings to tank

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Leak testing is especially important inside tanks and void spaces.

In principle no leaking is allowed here. To fix leaks after a tank has been
taken into service may be very difficult and time consuming.

Minize the
number of
fittings Note! Very Water trap
inside careful leak causing
tanks and testing wrong and
void inside tanks unstable
spaces and void readings
spaces.

End-piece
valve,
convinient
for leak
testing the
complete
pipe

Density pipe installation

Vertical
distance:
min. 1000
mm

Installed together
(transverse and
longitudinal)

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Preferred pipe locations

• Close to manual sounding pipe
• Aft end of tank – transverse center of floatation
• Easy access for service and testing
• Minimizing bulkhead penetrations

Easy access
to NR valve
Manual and isolation
sounding valve
pipe
Floor plates

Lub oil tank

Close to manual
sounding pipe

Sounding table versus Innage table

Need for separate volume tables when sounding <> innage

Manual sounding
pipe

Bubbles measure
innage to surface.

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End-piece plug

Bolt

Washer

Rubber

Pipe

Nut NOTE!
For safety, put
some support under
the end-piece plug.

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Appendix C
Connection plan,
Precommissioning report
Commissioning report

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 LEVELMASTER H8
H8 12 ID CONNECTION PLAN, LEVELMASTER H8, cabinet # 1

SYSTEM 6554 ORDER No.K 374 Meas. Tank code Tank name Remarks
point
1 F.P.TK Fore peak tank
SENSORS: 4 BAR
2 Fore store Fore store
SUPPLY PRESSURE: 7 BAR 3 Bosun store Bosun store
WORKING PRESSURE: 4 BAR 4 Carpenter Rm Carpenter Rm
5 Access space Access space
MEASURING POINTS: 12 6 Pump room Pump room
POWER SUPPLY: 230 V AC 7 Paint room Paint room
8 Hold 1 No.1 cargo hold
PROGRAM VERSION: H8-24 Rel. A 30-Aug-2006
9 Hold 2 No.2 cargo hold
PROTOCOL: MODBUS RTU 10 Hold 3 No.3 cargo hold
11 Hold 4 No.4 cargo hold
SLAVE ADDRESS: 1
12 Hold 5 No.5 cargo hold
MAX LEVEL: 30 m H2O 13
SERIAL No: 3875 14
15
DATE: 20-Dec-2006 16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24

Levelmaster H8 cabinet, bottom view

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 WIM QUICK REFERENCE

Flashing,
new alarm

Alarm MAIN
override ALARM
continues
Graph % of PRE
max level ALARM
intervals

Mute alarm

Repeat
press
through test
MAIN ALARM cycle
Graph 100 %

2 LED:s lit Level in meters

PRE ALARM
Graph 25 %

1 LED lit
E Leading E if System error

Press to view System

error info

System error table:

Lower left numeric display shows: Lower right numeric display shows: Description:
E00 Check comm. cable ----- No communication
E01 ----1 No main power supply
---1- Sensor offset alarm
--1-- Pressure guard alarm
E02 ----- Checkum error

See also troubleshooting chapter.