Veeder-Root TLS User Manual

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Introduction
General
This document describes the procedures necessary to prepare a site for the installation of the Veeder-Root TLS
Series Underground Storage Tank Monitoring Systems in locations governed by the ATEX Directive 94/9/EC or
locations that recognize the IECEx scheme.
For installing UL/cUL approved Mag Probes use Manual No. 577013-744.
Veeder–Root maintains a continuous process of product development and therefore product specifications may
not be as described in this manual. Please contact the Veeder-Root office nearest you, or visit our website at
www.veeder.com for information on new or updated products. Changes affecting products or procedures
described in this manual will be reported in subsequent revisions. Veeder–Root has taken every care in the
compilation of this manual; however it is the installers' responsibility to take every precaution to safeguard
themselves and others.
Every person working with Veeder–Root equipment is expected to take every safety precaution possible and to
have read this manual, particularly the sections referring to health and safety.
Deviation from the specifications contained in this manual can result in rework, delays in system installation and
additional installation charges.
Contractors are advised to contact their nearest Veeder–Root office where local conditions may preclude using
the specifications contained in this manual.
Product Description
SYSTEMS
All Veeder–Root systems have been designed for ease of operation. System consoles have liquid crystal display
screens and one-touch function keys to guide the user through all operating functions. The status of all in-tank
probes and leak detection sensors is available immediately on the LCD screen, on the system's printer or, through
the system's communication facilities, on the point-of-sale terminal or back office computer.
IN–TANK PROBES
Magnetostrictive probes are ATEX certified as: eII 1/2 G Ex ia IIA T4, II 1 G Ex ia IIA T4, per CERTIFICATE
NO. 06 ATEX 0508841X
And, IECEx certified as: Ex ia IIA T4 Ga/Gb, Ex ia IIA T4 Ga, per Certificate No. IECEx
UL 06.0001X
Mag Probe ingress protection rating is IP 68 at a depth of 3 meters with a duration of 30 days as tested by the
notified body (ExNB) UL LLC.
Depending on probe type, canister material may be aluminum or black conductive polymer.
For further information on the performance and specification of in-tank probes, please contact your local Veeder-
Root representative.
SURGE PROTECTORS
In a Veeder-Root system, each Intrinsically Safe Device may use an optional surge protector in place of the
weatherproof junction box located in Zone 1. Surge protectors consist of a certified in-line device or a simple
apparatus conforming to the requirements of Standard No. IEC/EN 60079-14, Electrical installations design,
selections and erection.
Surge Protectors are either an ATEX Certified Device as
e II 2 G Ex ia IIA Gb T4 per Certificate No. DEMKO
13 ATEX 13060507X or are Simple Apparatus. Surge Protectors can also be an IECEx certified device per
Certificate No. IECEx UL 13.0074X.

Veeder-Root TLS Specifications

General

Brand	Veeder-Root
Model	TLS
Category	Accessories
Language	English