Morrison Bros. co. 1218CT Manual

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Morrison Bros. Co. ‑ Dubuque, IA ‑ 800‑553‑4840
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1218CT Fuel Management System Translator Kit
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Instructions
The 1218CT Fuel Management System Translator Kit is designed as an add-on to the 1218C Electronic Tank Gauge (also
referred to as the 1218C Console), providing an interface between the 1218C Console and any fuel management system
(FMS) that utilizes TLS protocol. This kit will include all electrical components and housings required to power the 1218CT
Communication Module using the same power source already installed for the 1218C Console. The 1218CT is capable of
receiving commands from any FMS communicating with TLS protocol and responding with live or historic data from the
1218C Console in real time.
Failure to follow any or all of the warnings and instructions in this document could result in a hazardous liquid spill,
which could result in property damage, environmental contamination, re, explosion, serious injury or death.
Contents
Specications......................................................................................................................................................... 2
Installation............................................................................................................................................................. 4
Operation............................................................................................................................................................... 9
Maintenance........................................................................................................................................................ 11
Appendix A.......................................................................................................................................................... 12
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Specications
IMPORTANT: Not approved for use in explosive atmosphere locations.
IMPORTANT: Install in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations.
IMPORTANT: Never use with highly ammable liquids as dened by OSHA/GHS.
Description
The 1218CT Fuel Management System Translator Kit contains two modules, the 1218CT Communication Module and the
1218CT Power Converter Module, along with assembly components to be used for installation. Both modules are intended to
be installed in an indoor or outdoor non-hazardous location.
Figure 1: Fuel Management System Translator Kit Components
All components included with the Fuel Management System Translator Kit listed below:
1218CT Communication Module
• Communication Module enclosure with circuit board inside
1218CT Power Converter Module
• Conduit body assembly
• AC/DC converter
• Conduit hub
Assembly Components
• (2) Wago 3-position connectors
• (2) 4-inch lengths of conductor one white and one black
• (2) 8-inch lengths of conductor one white and one black

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1218CT Communication Module
Environment
Operating temperature -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C) to 100% humidity
Enclosure
NEMA 4X indoor/outdoor weather protected (non-hazardous location only)
Wiring
Maximum wiring distance between the 1218CT Communication Module and the 1218C Console is 1,000 ft.
Note: Shielded ethernet cable is required (not supplied) for wiring between the 1218CT and 1218C Console.
Maximum wiring distance between the 1218CT Communication Module and the FMS is 50 ft.
Note: Shielded 3 conductor cable required (not supplied), 18-24 AWG conductor recommended. Do not use
twisted pair cable.
Input Voltage
5 VDC from Power Converter Module
TLS Protocol Supported Commands
• In-Tank Inventory Report (i20100)
• In-Tank Delivery Report (i20200)
• In-Tank Status Report (i20500)
• In-Tank Alarm History Report (i20600)
1218CT Power Converter Module
Environment
Operating temperature -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C) to 100% humidity
Enclosure
NEMA 4X indoor/outdoor weather protected (non-hazardous location only)
Wiring
4 conductors included in the kit are intended to be used for Power Converter Module installation.
Note: If replaced, 18AWG conductor is recommended.
Input Voltage
Nominal Input Voltage: 100 – 240 VAC, Line-to-Neutral
Output Voltage
5 VDC

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Installation
WARNINGS
• Any modication of this unit beyond what is outlined in this instruction will void product warranty.
• For your safety, it is important to follow local, state, federal and/or OSHA rules that apply to working inside, above,
or around the storage tank and piping area. Use all personal protective equipment required for working in the specic
environment.
• Install in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations and codes.
• In the event of malfunction, remove from service immediately and contact Morrison Bros. Customer Service.
Power Coverter Module
Mounting
1. The Power Converter Module should be installed
directly to the bottom of the 1218C Console using
the H050-TB conduit hub provided in the kit to
secure the module in place. This module should be
installed in one of the 1/2-inch conduit openings,
shown in Figure 2.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Only the 1218CT power
and communications conductors are to be routed
through the module. Use a junction tee above the
module to divert all other conductors (i.e., AC
power, ethernet, and relay outputs). If a junction
tee is used, the 4 conductors included in the kit
may be too short for installation and may need to
be replaced.
2. Ensure the conduit body cover is facing outwards
when completing the installation, this is important for later steps.
Wiring
1218C Console Preparation Steps
WARNING
• Shut o the AC power to the 1218C Console at the breaker before proceeding with wiring. Failure to do so may result in
injury or death.
1. Open the front cover of the 1218C Console by releasing the two cover latches and swinging the cover open.
2. Remove and retain the two screws holding the shield for the Facilities section in place.
3. Remove and retain the shield.
1218C Power Converter Module Preparation Steps
1. Loosen the two screws on the conduit body and remove and retain the conduit body cover, along with the screws.
2. Take the AC/DC converter out of the conduit body and remove the packaging.
Figure 2: 1/2-inch conduit openings

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Wiring Steps
Note: For steps 1-12 please refer to the Power
Converter Module wiring diagram shown in
Figure 3.
1. On the 1218C Console’s interface board,
locate the board’s input power connecter and
disconnect the mains line/hot wire (black)
from the left-most position of the connector.
2. Strip the mains line/hot wire 11mm (1/2 inch)
if not already stripped suciently. Use the
Wago 3-position connector included in the kit
as reference, shown in Figure 4.
3. Flip the rst lever open on the Wago
3-position connector and insert the mains
line/hot wire into the connector and close the
lever, ensuring the wire is secured properly.
4. Locate the two black wires that were included
in the kit and strip one end of the 4-inch
wire approximately 11mm (1/2 inch). Flip
the second lever open, insert the stripped
wire into the connecter, then close the lever
ensuring the wire is secured properly.
5. Strip approximately 5mm (1/4 inch) o the other end of the 4-inch black wire and connect it to the line/hot pin on
board’s input power connector, the left-most position.
6. Next, strip the 8-inch wire approximately 11mm (1/2 inch). Flip the third lever open, insert the stripped wire into
the connecter, then close the lever ensuring the wire is secured
properly.
7. Back at the 1218C board’s input power connector, disconnect the
mains neutral wire (white) from the middle position.
8. Strip the mains neutral wire 11mm (1/2 inch) if not already
stripped suciently.
9. Locate the second Wago connector and ip the rst lever open.
Insert the mains neutral wire into the connector and close the
lever, ensuring the wire is secured properly.
10. Locate the two white wires that were included in the kit and strip
one end of the 4-inch wire approximately 11mm (1/2 inch). Flip
the second lever open, insert the stripped wire into the connecter,
then close the lever ensuring the wire is secured properly.
11. Next, strip the 8-inch white wire approximately 11mm (1/2 inch). Flip the third lever open, insert the stripped
wire into the connecter, then close the lever ensuring the wire is secured properly.
12. Strip 5mm (1/4 inch) o both of the remaining 8-inch wires that are secured in the Wago connector.
Figure 3: Power Converter Module Wiring Diagram
Figure 4: 5mm (approximately ¼ inch) stripped and 1218C input power connector connection.
Figure 5: 5mm (approximately ¼ inch)
stripped and 1218C input power connector
connection.

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13. Locate the shielded ethernet cable to be used to wire the
1218C to the Communication Module.
14. Carefully strip one end of the ethernet cable approximately
12 inches, ensuring none of the twisted pair conductors are
damaged in this process.
Note: If a junction tee was required for the conduit
mounting procedure above, the strip length for the
ethernet cable will be longer.
15. Next, remove the drain wire and the shielding by cutting it
o at the base of the stripped ethernet cable.
16. Lead the stripped end of the ethernet cable through the
opening in the bottom of the 1218CT Power Converter
Module, continue leading only the blue and green twisted
pairs through the bottom of the 1218C console, while
leading the orange and brown twisted pairs outside of the
front opening in the middle of the conduit body, as shown
in Figure 6.
17. Cut the orange and brown twisted pairs, leaving
approximately 3-4 inches and strip each pair 5mm (1/4
inch).
18. Lead both of the 8-inch white and black wires through
the opening in the bottom of the 1218C Console that the
1218CT Power Converter Module is secured to. Wire them
to the AC/DC converter, ensuring that the black wire is
secured to the hot/line “AC(L)” terminal and the white wire
is secured to the neutral “AC(N)” terminal, shown in Figure
7.
19. Connect both orange twisted pair wires of the ethernet
cable leading to the +Vo pin of the AC/DC converter, shown in Figure 7.
20. Connect both brown twisted pair wires of the ethernet cable to the -Vo pin of the AC/DC converter.
Important Note: Ensure the orange and brown twisted pair wires are connected to the terminal block next
to the Power LED, referenced in Figure 7. Failure to connect these wires correctly could result in damages
to the AC/DC Converter.
Figure 6: Routed ethernet cable
Figure 7: Connected AC/DC converter

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Communication Module
Mounting
1. Mount the enclosure to a stable vertical surface in a non-hazardous location using the mounting anges of the
enclosure. Do not make additional holes in the enclosure.
2. Morrison has provided two openings on the sides of the NEMA 4X enclosure for connection and wiring. To
ensure the enclosure maintains its NEMA 4X rating, only use Thomas & Betts Cat. No. H050GR-TB or H050-TB
or equivalent ½” hubs in these openings. Failure to follow these instructions voids any assurance that the enclosure
is NEMA 4X.
Wiring
Preparation
1. Open the front cover of the Communication Module by rst loosening the captive screws at each corner, then
fully unscrewing them. This allows the front cover to be carefully removed.
NOTE: The corner screws that hold the front cover in place are captive screws and are not intended to be removed from
the front cover.
Wiring Steps
Figure 8: 1218C Console Interface Board, J4 connector Figure 9: J4 connector wiring
1. Locate the J4 connector on the 1218C Console interface board and remove the pluggable connector, shown in
Figure 8.
2. Locate the green and blue twisted pairs from the previously stripped ethernet cable and strip each pair
approximately 5mm (1/4 inch).
3. Wire the green twisted pair to pins 1 and 2 of the J4 connector on the 1218C, the green wire connected to pin 1
and the white/green wire connected to pin 2, shown in Figure 9.
4. Wire the blue twisted pair to pins 3 and 4 of the J4 connector on the 1218C, the blue wire connected to pin 3 and
the white/blue wire connected to pin 4.
5. After completing the wiring, ensure the J4 connector is connected to the 1218C in the correct orientation.

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6. Once the ethernet wire is routed through the conduit leading to the Communication Module, carefully strip this
end of the et hernet cable approximately 4 inches, ensuring none of the twisted pair conductors are damaged in this
process.
7. Strip the ends of all 4 twisted pairs approximately 5mm (1/4 inch).
8. Wire the green twisted pair to pins 1 and 2 of the J2 connector on the Communication Module, the green wire
connected to pin 1 and the white/green wire connected to pin 2, table shown in Figure 11.
9. Wire the blue twisted pair to pins 3 and 4 of the J2 connector on the Communication Module, the blue wire
connected to pin 3 and the white/blue wire connected to pin 4. The drain wire should be connected to pin 4 along
with the white/blue wire.
Figure 10: 1218CT Communication Module Board
Postion Description Color
1Data + (A) Green
2Data - (B) White/Green
3Wakeup Signal Blue
4Ground White/Blue and Drain
J2 Pin Assignments
Figure 11: J2 Pin Assignments Table
10. The J3 connector is reserved for communication with the fuel management system, table shown below in
Figure 12. This should be wired using a 3-conductor shielded cable, do not use twisted pair cable.
Description
TX
RX Postion Description Color
Ground 1 Data+(A) Green
2 Data‐(B) White/Green
3 WakeupSignal Blue
4 Ground White/Blue
Postion Description Color
1 Data+(A) Green
2 Data‐(B) White/Green
3 WakeupSignal Blue
4 Ground White/Blue
Position Description
1 TX
2 RX
3 Ground
J3PinAssignments
ssignments
J2PinAssignments
J2PinAssignments
Figure 12: J3 Pin Assignments Table

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11. The J1 connector is reserved for power coming from the Power Converter Module. Locate the brown and orange
twisted pair conductors in the ethernet cable.
12. Wire both orange twisted pair conductors to the +5V terminal and both brown twisted pair conductors to the
GND terminal.
Position Color
1Vo+ +5V
Orange and White/Orange
2Vo- Ground Brown and White/Brown
Description
J1 Pin Assignments
Figure 13: J1 Pin Assignments Table
Conguration
1218 Console
No conguration of the 1218C Console is required.
Note: The 1218CT cannot be used with MODBUS or remote console devices.
Fuel Management System
The fuel management system communication requires no conguration set up from the Communication Module. For
further conguration and setup instructions please refer to the fuel management system manual.

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Failure to follow any or all of the warnings and instructions in this document could result in a hazardous liquid spill,
which could result in property damage, environmental contamination, re, explosion, serious injury or death.
Operation
WARNINGS
• Any modication of this unit beyond what is outlined in this instruction will void product warranty.
• For your safety, it is important to follow local, state, federal and/or OSHA rules that apply to working inside, above,
or around the storage tank and piping area. Use all personal protective equipment required for working in the specic
environment.
• Install in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations and codes.
• In the event of malfunction, remove from service immediately and contact Morrison Bros. Customer Service.
The 1218CT allows a Fuel Management System to query the 1218C Electronic Tank Gauge for current inventory. Inventory
changes are not reported to the FMS in real-time and must never be relied upon to prevent a tank overll.
IMPORTANT: The system operator must continuously monitor the 1218C Electronic Tank Gauge for tank level and
alarms to prevent tank overll. Refer to the 1218C Electronic Tank Gauge Installation, Operation, and Maintenance
Manual for more details.
Upon powering up the Communication Module all LEDs on the board will begin ashing for 5 seconds to check to see if a
rmware update is being initiated, then it will run the normal application.
Fuel Management System
Communication between the Communication
Module and the FMS will be initiated by the
FMS. The FMS will send a command to the
Communication Module, then it will reply
with data based on the command that was sent.
Supported commands are listed in Appendix A at
the end of this document.
1218C Console Communication
Communication status to the 1218C Console is
indicated to the user through the two LEDs D1
and D4, closest to the J2 connector, shown in
Figure 14.
• If the Green LED is ON and pulsing and the Red LED is OFF, this is an indication of successful
communication.
• If the Green LED is ON and the Red LED is blinking this indicates there is a communication error. Refer
back to the Communication Module Wiring section on page 7 to ensure wiring was completed correctly.
Firmware Update
Firmware updates to the Communication Module are initiated by loading the latest rmware from the Morrison
Brothers Co. website on to a USB drive. This drive is to be inserted into the USB port on the board, connector J6 in
Figure 10, and pressing and releasing the button on the board labeled ‘RESET’. The bootloader is congured to look
for a USB drive and update the rmware on power up.
Firmware Revert
Reverting the rmware on the Communication Module should be understood to be a last resort measure in the event
that the current rmware is not functioning correctly. Before the revert process can begin, ensure any USB drive is
removed from the USB port. Reverting the rmware is initiated by pressing and holding SW3 while pressing and
releasing the RESET (SW2). Once the RESET button has been pressed, continue to hold SW3 until the Green LEDs
start ashing. This will indicate that the revert process has begun.
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Figure 14: LED location, 1218C communication