Testing FINCH III Systems

Testing FINCH III Systems

It is always good practice to do a walk around each day to visually inspect the display(s), visible wiring and the transmitter(s) if you're on top of the tank.

Additionally, take a good look at the system when the vehicle is out of service for an inspection. This is a great time to check each of the system components and wiring for wear, loose or missing hardware and build-up of product or debris.

FINCH III setup process: Step 1 Install Hardware, Step 2 Configure System, Step 3 Test System, Step 4 Operate System

Daily Visual Inspection

Check for the following:

  • Physical damage to the FINCH II Display and the optional metal enclosure
  • Heavy buildup of mud or debris on the display and inside the optional metal enclosure
  • Cut or abraded wiring
  • Sagging wiring that may be caught in a pinch point or snagged and damaged
  • Physical damage to the TD100 Transmitter
  • Cut or abraded transmitter wiring
  • Physical damage to the overfill prevention components if installed
  • Loose or missing hardware
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Action required

Resolve all issues before the workday begins or as soon as possible to prevent further and more costly damage.

Annual Inspection

This is a closer look at the Titan system while the vehicle is out of service for an inspection.

Inspect all of the items above including the following:

  • Visually inspect the probe or probes when possible. Entry into the tank or the location where the probe is mounted may not be possible.
    • Check for a corroded, bent or twisted probe.
    • Check the shorting block to ensure it is still in place and securely fastened.
    • Check for product build-up on the probe. For Dual Rod Probes, pay close attention to where the rods enter the top of the probe.
    • Verify that there is approximately 1/2" clearance between the bottom of the probe and the bottom of the cone or tank. The probe must not touch the bottom of the tank.
  • While on the top of the tank, check the transmitter and wiring.
    • Check that the wire kit is tight at the elbow fitting.
    • Check that the transmitter is tight on the probe. No amount of turning or wiggling is acceptable.
    • Inspect the wiring from the transmitter down to the display or junction box. Check that it is not cut, stretched, pinched or abraded.
  • Clean all mud and debris from the Titan system components and enclosures.
  • Check that the cable glands on the wiring entering the display and other components are tight.
  • Check all other Titan system components such as overfill prevention, interlock switches and junction boxes for loose or missing hardware and physical damage.
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Action required

Resolve all issues before the vehicle returns to service to prevent further and more costly damage.