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General| Category | Control Unit |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Toptech Systems |
| Model | MultiLoad II |
| Input Voltage | 100-240 VAC |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +50°C |
| Protection | Overload, Short Circuit |
Identifies the intended audience for this user guide, including terminal managers, system administrators, and technicians.
Explains the structure of the user guide, mirroring the MultiLoad II menu structure for functional procedures.
Details the conventions used throughout the guide, including screen samples and procedural formatting.
Explains the graphical conventions used for Notes, Cautions, and Warnings to alert readers to important information.
Defines the typographical conventions used in the guide, such as boldface for keypad entries and italic for terms.
Introduces the MultiLoad II system, covering capabilities, operating modes, components, and interface navigation.
Details the MultiLoad II's design for managing multiple loading arms and its operational modes (Remote, Local, UAP).
Describes the three operating modes: Local (stand-alone) Control Mode, Remote Control Mode, and UAP Mode.
Lists the available configurations of the Toptech MultiLoad II family: MultiLoad II, SMP, and SCS.
Describes the Remote Control Unit (RCU) as the driver interface, its functions, and available enclosures.
Explains the External FCM's role in modular flow control processing, valve control, and factoring.
Details the FCM II's modular construction, compact packaging, and compatibility with MultiLoad products.
Describes the Internal I/O board's functionality, mirroring external FCM but adding 4-20mA I/O.
Explains the 2-Meter I/O board's functionality, mirroring two external FCMs with additional I/O.
Guides the user on navigating the system, selecting fields, performing data entry, and toggling options.
Details the external access control switches that limit access to Program Mode and W&M parameters.
Provides initial steps after exiting program mode and powering up the MultiLoad II RCU.
Explains that configuration screens contain fields defining control parameters stored in non-volatile memory.
Introduces the optional GUI configuration tool for PC-based system configuration, file management, and firmware updates.
Provides instructions on how to reset the MultiLoad II back to its factory default settings.
Describes the MultiLoad II GUI Configuration Tool as an interface for configuring the system from a PC.
Provides step-by-step instructions on how to access the Configuration Screen from the TMS Main Menu.
Explains how to navigate the Config Tool screens using the dynamic screen directory hierarchy.
Provides brief descriptions of functions available from the Config Tool main menu (File, Edit, Tool).
Briefly describes the functions available from the Tool menu.
Explains how to use this function to generate a customized meter ticket based on the current configuration.
Notes that this feature is no longer used.
Describes how to extract and view transaction data, showing the Transaction Window.
Explains how to create Bills of Lading (BOLs) from transactions, showing the Bill of Lading Window.
Introduces the two useful reports provided by the GUI Config package: Configuration Report and Flow Control Modules Report.
Describes parameters accessed under the Miscellaneous group for Local mode operation when TMS is not used.
Discusses other functions mirroring the MultiLoad II Configuration Menu, with FCM GUI Display as an exception.
Details the installation procedure for the MultiMate Configuration Tool, a ZIP file program.
Highlights the MultiLoad II's high configurability and adaptability to changing facility needs.
Explains how to define communication parameters for each serial communication port.
Guides on defining network parameters for the Ethernet port, including IP address and gateway.
Details how to specify RCU communication address, enable/disable remote processing, and assign passwords.
Explains how to configure the MultiLoad II RCU unit's functionality, including driver language and card reader settings.
Describes how to create user accounts, assign security levels, and manage passwords for parameter access.
Guides on configuring what the MultiLoad II RCU unit will log in the message log for advanced troubleshooting.
Explains how to configure the Bay and its associated presets, meters, components, and additives.
Focuses on flow control configuration, covering concepts and procedures for effective product flow control.
Discusses the stages of a load arm loading a single component: Low Flow Start, High Flow, and Trips.
Explains Sequential Blending, used for delivering multiple components one at a time via the same load arm.
Details Ratio Blending, where multiple components are delivered simultaneously to achieve a blend ratio.
Describes Side-Stream blending, where minor components are injected upstream of the major component's flow meter.
Covers hybrid blending schemes involving multiple side-streams or major components through the primary stream.
Explains configuration changes required to bypass the primary meter and valve for side-stream proving.
Details the Line Flush feature for laying the line with a specific component at the end of a load.
Discusses considerations for Ratio Blending, including flush requirements and blend check parameters.
Explains how meter factors are determined during proving tests and used to correct Raw Gross Volume.
Highlights additive control as an integral part of MultiLoad II, eliminating the need for discrete devices.
Details the Piston Throw Time parameter configuration for piston type methods.
Explains the assignment of additive output (injection signal) and input ports for various additive methods.
Describes how additive totals are displayed in cubic centimeters (cc) or thousandths of a unit volume.
Outlines the five additive control methods: Piston Only, Piston with Input, Solenoid & Pulser Input, Common Meter, and Analog valve/pump.
Covers parameters for setting up additives, including enable, FCM connection, port assignments, and additive type.
Explains the two additive calibration methods: Additive Cal (one additive) and Remote Calibration (multiple additives).
Describes the calculator feature to determine optimal vol/injection sizes based on known data.
Details the Remote Additive Calibration feature for testing injectors and recording observed volumes.
Explains the additive status screen, showing active additives, injections, recipe totals, and delivered quantities.
Covers features for flushing the line of additive, including basic flush and techniques for flushing dye.
Introduces swing arm functionality, its mounting, bay assignments, and interaction with FCMs and RCUs.
Describes the operation of swing arms, including status alarms and movement between bays.
Explains the relay and switch logic for swing arm movement and FCM communication.
Provides steps for configuring two bays to share one or more swing arms, including RCU and FCM assignments.
Introduces the built-in diagnostic tools for isolating wiring or hardware problems by performing various tests.
Details the Card Reader test to verify operation of proximity card readers and driver cards.
Explains the iBUTTON function for verifying the operation of ibuttons and driver cards.
Describes the Loopback Test for checking Host COM Port transmit/receive capabilities and serial communication.
Explains the Serial Port Test for verifying serial port hardware health before equipment repair.
Describes PTB diagnostics for testing wiring and control to a serial printer.
Details the Network Test for verifying or troubleshooting the network connection between MultiLoad II and Host (TMS).
Explains the Keypad Test to verify operation by testing individual keys.
Guides on using the Display Test function to test the MultiLoad II display through color and font tests.
Describes the Unicode Test function to view supported Unicode fonts and code points.
Explains how to determine if internal I/O boards or external FCMs are communicating with the MultiLoad II.
Details how to determine if a PCM is communicating with the MultiLoad II.
Describes the FCM Health Status feature for detecting intermittent communication failures.
Explains the PCM Health Status feature for detecting intermittent communication failures.
Displays the state of the MultiLoad II Program switch and Weights and Measures switches.
Used to troubleshoot permissives at the Bay level, viewing input statuses and activating/deactivating outputs.
Enables narrowing down problems by showing what is turned on or off, and activating/deactivating outputs.
Diagnoses wiring or hardware problems by testing controls to devices like digital control valves and flow meters.
Tests the digital control valve's opening and closing speeds by automatically opening and closing the valve.
Tests wiring and control for devices like block valves, pump runs/status, and permissives for components.
Tests wiring and control for additive devices such as block valves, pump runs/status, and injector outputs/inputs.
Enables diagnosis of sampler wiring or hardware problems by testing controls for block valves, pump runs, and permissives.
Performs tank diagnostics to test wiring and control for gauging units, valves, etc.
Allows viewing the live value of each line in custom logic.
Verifies Modbus device configuration by sending commands and displaying sent/received data.
Displays the current detailed status of the connected GPS, including latitude, longitude, and altitude.
Introduces Weights and Measures key/switch/plug protection, W&M protected parameters, and firmware update methods.
Details the three methods of write-access to W&M parameters: manual entry, remote upload, and SD card upload.
Explains the W&M parameter changes logging in NVRAM and the restrictions on write access.
Describes MultiLoad II's ability to calculate net volumes using CTL and CPL factors, and the VCF formula.
Explains how MultiLoad II calculates mass by correcting net volume with density, covering three density types.
Details the calculations for single component deliveries at Meter, Component, and Preset levels.
Explains calculations for sequential blending, covering Regular and Premium meter/component levels.
Details calculations for ratio blending, covering Regular and Premium meter/component levels.
Explains calculations for side-stream blending, covering Regular/Ethanol meter and component levels.
Covers calculations for sequential and ratio blending with Ethanol side-stream on Regular.
Explains calculations for sequential blending with side-stream components.
Details calculations for ratio blending with side-stream components.
Guides on using the Temperature screen to calibrate temperature for a meter.
Explains configuring API tables for CTL and CPL, and entering test temperatures for VCF calculation.
Guides on using the Pressure screen to calibrate pressure for a meter.
Guides on using the Density screen to calibrate density for a meter.
Guides on using the Relative Density screen to calibrate relative density for a meter.
Guides on using the API Gravity screen to calibrate API Gravity for a meter.
Guides on using the BSW1 screen to calibrate the BSW1 sensor for a preset.
Guides on using the BSW2 screen to calibrate the BSW2 sensor for a preset.
Introduces the inquiry functions available from the VIEWS AND INQUIRY MENU.
Explains how to select Alarms from the menu to view all current alarms.
Guides on selecting Totalizers from the menu to view preset, meter, component, and additive totalizers.
Explains how to select Temperature from the menu to view temperature readings.
Guides on selecting Pressure from the menu to view pressure readings.
Explains how to select Density from the menu to view density readings.
Guides on selecting Relative Density from the menu to view relative density readings.
Explains how to select BSW1 from the menu to view BSW1 readings.
Guides on selecting BSW2 from the menu to view BSW2 readings.
Explains how to select API Gravity from the menu to view API Gravity readings.
Guides on using the Transactions inquiry function to view Bill of Lading (BOL) load transactions.
Explains how to select Batch Reports to view sampler batch reports.
Guides on selecting W&M Change Log to view the W&M Change Log Screen.
Explains the Message Log as a real-time event log, detailing authorizations, flow starts/stops, and alarms.
Describes the MultiLoad II Config Change Log as a real-time log of configuration changes.
Displays FCM assignments configured in the MultiLoad, including parameter, FCM address, port, and type.
Shows the current firmware version, build date, and checksum of the MultiLoad II unit.
Introduces the SD Card slot and its capabilities for loading/saving configurations, logos, and upgrading firmware.
Explains how to navigate, rename, or delete files and directories on the SD Card via the View Dir/Files screen.
Guides on selecting and loading configuration files from the SD Card, including parameter rejection criteria.
Explains how to select a configuration file or create a new file to save the configuration to the SD Card.
Details how to select and load a BMP file for the customer logo, specifying required format and resolution.
Guides on selecting and loading firmware files from the SD Card, requiring W&M switch activation.
Explains the process of formatting the SD Card, requiring the card to be inserted and Enter pressed.
Details how to dump diagnostic data (NVRAM and FLASH) to the SD Card as BIN files for analysis.
Explains how to export reports like Configuration, Transaction, Sampler, and Meter from the SD Card.
Presents options related to SD Card functionality, including log file storage and auto save settings.
Discusses the two methods of MultiLoad II operation: Remote Control and Local Control.
Outlines the four main phases of MultiLoad II operation: Authorization, Preset, Loading, and End Load.
Explains the initial authorization process, involving reading a driver's Prox Card or entering an access ID and PIN.
Provides detailed driver instructions for operating MultiLoad II in Remote mode with a host system (TMS).
Describes Local mode operation where product and access information are stored in non-volatile memory.
Details the feature for flow meter proving by delivering a predetermined volume into a calibrated vessel.
Explains how to end a sampler batch and generate a Batch Report, either while idle or during a transaction.
Introduces Custom Logic for performing I/O sequencing tasks without an additional PLC.
Explains how each line of custom logic can be assigned values, operations, and parameters for task execution.
Describes assigning particular I/O ports from an FCM to custom logic lines for reading or writing parameters.
Explains how to read MultiLoad's current status, date/time, W&M key status, and other real-time parameters.
Details how to read and write configuration parameters using custom logic lines.
Explains how to read the status of specific alarms, where active alarms have a value of 1 and inactive have 0.
Describes performing logical operations on inputs to produce a single output.
Explains the use of Timers/Counters for delaying outputs, sending pulses, and creating triggerable counters.
Guides on taking an input and outputting a percentage based on a specified minimum and maximum range.
Explains how to check if a custom logic line's value is within a specified range.
Describes assigning specific Preset, Meter, Component, Additive, or Sampler totalizers to custom logic lines.
Details networking functions, including E-mail Message, Modbus Read, and Modbus Write.
Introduces the web interface for viewing RCU Ditto, Message Log, W&M Change Log, files, and simulator.
Describes the password-protected login screen that appears when accessing the device's IP address.
Explains the Home website of the MultiLoad II, allowing viewing of driver activity and remote keypad interaction.
Shows the full log of every event on the MultiLoad II, including authorizations, flow starts/stops, and alarms.
Displays the W&M log of every W&M parameter change made in MultiLoad II.
Shows all parameter changes made to the MultiLoad II unit.
Explains how to remotely view, click on, and open log files and directories on the SD Card.
Describes uploading files, including firmware, from a remote place to the MultiLoad via the SD Card.
Allows viewing the last 10,000 transactions in the web interface, with details on load information.
Displays the FCM Mapping report produced by the MultiLoad unit, showing port assignments and types.
Provides a way to provide stimulus to FCMs as input devices.
Displays a Configuration report with a switch to show modified parameters only, logically grouped.
Shows a Transaction report, allowing modification of dates and submission via the refresh button.
Explains that MultiLoad has built-in manual access via RCU Setup -> Display Help for parameter explanations.
Guides on accessing the 'Display Help' parameter in RCU Setup to view parameter details.
Explains the purpose of the revision summary: to assist in determining changes between firmware builds and releases.
Lists changes made in various firmware builds, including new features, bug fixes, and parameter updates.
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