Electronic Register

Sening MultiFlow

Operating and Installation Manual

Issue/Rev. 0.1 (3/08)

Bulletin MN06154

The Most Trusted Name In Measurement

Disclaimer
FMC Technologies Measurement Solutions, Inc. hereby disclaims any and all responsibility for damages, including
but not limited to consequential damages, arising out of or related to the inputting of incorrect or improper program
or default values entered in connection with the Sening MultiFlow.

Table of Contents
Contents
1 General Remarks ................................................................................................................. 1
1.1
How to Use this Manual................................................................................................ 1

1.2
Valuable Facts about Sening ..................................................................................... 2
1.3
System Structure .......................................................................................................... 3
1.4
Overview of Operating Elements................................................................................. 3
1.5
Quick Start up Sening MultiFlow .............................................................................. 4
2 General Installation Instructions ........................................................................................ 5
2.1
Preventive Measures .................................................................................................... 5
2.1.1
To Avoid Accidents (Due to Gas Explosion)............................................................... 5
2.1.2
To Correspond to Norms ............................................................................................ 5
2.1.3
To Ensure Trouble-Free Operation ............................................................................ 5
2.1.4
To Make Work Easier for Future Users ...................................................................... 6
2.1.5
Also to Be Noted ........................................................................................................ 6
2.2
Terminal Box (only AI Version).................................................................................... 5
2.3
Printer Connection........................................................................................................ 7
2.4
Routing the Cables in the Vehicle ............................................................................... 8
2.5
Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 9
2.5.1
Batteries ................................................................................................................... 10
3 General User Instructions ................................................................................................. 11
3.1
Key Character Assignment ........................................................................................ 11
3.1.1
Key Assignment ....................................................................................................... 12
3.1.1.1 Entry of Text ................................................................................................................. 12
3.2
Menu Structure............................................................................................................ 12
3.2.1
Main Menu (Function Key <F3>) .............................................................................. 13
3.2.2
Report Printouts (Key <Print>) ................................................................................. 13
4 Initial Operation.................................................................................................................. 14
4.1
Version Numbers ........................................................................................................ 15
4.2
Reading in New Program Versions (Update)............................................................ 16
4.3
Chip Card Reader........................................................................................................ 17
4.4
Diagnosis ..................................................................................................................... 18
4.4.1
Inputs and Outputs ................................................................................................... 18
4.4.2
Printer....................................................................................................................... 20
4.4.2.1 Loop-Back Test ............................................................................................................ 21
4.4.3
CAN Bus................................................................................................................... 22
4.4.3.1 Testing Links ................................................................................................................ 22
4.4.4
Remote Control ........................................................................................................ 23
4.4.4.1 Check Function ............................................................................................................ 24
4.4.4.2 Message Meanings ...................................................................................................... 25
5 Discharge............................................................................................................................ 26
5.1
Carrying Out a Discharge (Part 1) ............................................................................. 27

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5.2
5.2.1
5.2.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
5.6.1
5.6.2
5.7
5.8
5.9

Carrying Out a Discharge (Part 2) ............................................................................. 28

Selecting a New Product .......................................................................................... 28
Present By Dollar Amount ........................................................................................ 29
Measuring System Residue Removal (optional) ...................................................... 29
Electronic Hose Selection (optional)......................................................................... 31
Carrying Out a Discharge (Part 3) ............................................................................. 32
Printing Delivery Notes and Invoices........................................................................ 34
Using the Printer....................................................................................................... 35
Replacing a Ribbon .................................................................................................. 36
Drop Operated Remotely............................................................................................ 36
Monitoring the Load.................................................................................................... 37
Product Transfer / Self Loading................................................................................. 38

6 Product Definition .............................................................................................................. 39

6.1
Define a New Product ................................................................................................. 39
6.2
Additive Dispensing.................................................................................................... 42
6.2.1
Activating the Additive Pump.................................................................................... 42
6.2.2
Defining the Additive / Product Containing Additive ................................................. 43
6.2.3
Defining the Additive Use ......................................................................................... 47
6.3
Product Deactivation .................................................................................................. 48
7 W&M Calibration ................................................................................................................ 49
7.1
Calibrating the Measuring System ............................................................................ 49
7.2
Electronic W & M Seal (soft seal) .............................................................................. 52
7.2.1
Setting of the plug-in jumper .................................................................................... 54
7.3
Print-out of Electronic W & M Seal ............................................................................ 55
8 Configuration of the Sening MultiFlow (Function key <F3>) ......................................... 56
8.1
Display Configuration................................................................................................. 57
8.2
Operating Data ............................................................................................................ 57
8.2.1
Grand Totals............................................................................................................. 57
8.3
Parameter List ............................................................................................................. 58
8.3.1
Device Settings ........................................................................................................ 59
8.3.1.1 Device Number............................................................................................................. 59
8.3.1.2 Meter Designation ........................................................................................................ 59
8.3.1.3 Seal Password ............................................................................................................. 59
8.3.1.4 Operating options ......................................................................................................... 59
8.3.1.4.0.1 Parameter Setting for Billing (NA and UK only)........................................................ 60
8.3.1.4.1 Customization (Control Options) .............................................................................. 61
8.3.1.4.2 Notes on the Second Currency ................................................................................ 62
8.3.1.4.2.1 Valid Currency ....................................................................................................... 62
8.3.1.4.2.2 Conversion Factor.................................................................................................. 62
8.3.1.4.2.3 Currency Symbol Before Amount........................................................................... 63
8.3.1.4.2.4 Currency Resolution / Rounding Rules .................................................................. 63
8.3.1.4.3 Notes on Query Options ........................................................................................... 63
8.3.1.4.4 Customer Type Query .............................................................................................. 64
8.3.1.4.5 Payment mode query ............................................................................................... 65
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8.3.1.4.6 Notes on Billing ........................................................................................................ 65
8.3.1.4.6.1 Expand the Tax Facility.......................................................................................... 65
8.3.1.4.7 Parameter Settings for Billing (NA and UK only) ...................................................... 66
8.3.1.5 W & M Restrictions....................................................................................................... 67
8.3.1.6 CAN-Bus (global) ......................................................................................................... 67
8.3.1.7 CAN-Bus (local)............................................................................................................ 68
8.3.1.7.1 Notes on the CAN Bus Connection .......................................................................... 69
8.3.1.7.1.1 Dual Measuring System ......................................................................................... 69
8.3.1.7.1.2 TMC / OBC operation............................................................................................. 69
8.3.1.7.1.3 Setting up a RF base station (remote operation) ................................................... 71
8.3.1.8 Valve Control................................................................................................................ 72
8.3.1.8.1 Notes on the manual control of the hoses ................................................................ 74
8.3.1.8.2 Notes on the full electronic control of the hoses....................................................... 74
8.3.1.8.3 Notes on overfill prevention. ..................................................................................... 77
8.3.1.8.4 Notes on Blow Down ................................................................................................ 77
8.3.1.8.5 Notes on Flow Control .............................................................................................. 77
8.3.2
Printer Settings ......................................................................................................... 79
8.3.2.1 Notes on the Parity Check............................................................................................ 79
8.3.3
Sensors .................................................................................................................... 80
8.3.3.1 Pulse Inputs ................................................................................................................. 80
8.3.3.1.1 Notes on the Pulse Transmitter ................................................................................ 80
8.3.3.1.0 Pulse Outputs............................................................................................................... 82
8.3.3.2 Temperature Sensor .................................................................................................... 83
8.3.3.2.1 Temperature Sensor (PT 100).................................................................................. 83
8.3.3.2.2 Working Without a Temperature Sensor .................................................................. 83
8.3.3.3 Additive Pump (also called dosage pump or Injection pump).................................. 84
8.3.3.3.1 Notes on the Pump Position..................................................................................... 84
8.3.4
Form Description ...................................................................................................... 85
8.3.5
Product Definition ..................................................................................................... 85
8.3.6
Driver List ................................................................................................................. 86
8.3.6.1 Driver Register (36n..) .................................................................................................. 86
8.3.6.2 Defining the Drivers Name .......................................................................................... 87
8.4
Service Menu ............................................................................................................... 88
8.5
Logon ........................................................................................................................... 89
8.6
Load Monitor ............................................................................................................... 89
8.7
Units ............................................................................................................................. 89
8.8
Product Registers (35nn..) ......................................................................................... 90
8.8.1
Notes on the Hose Set ............................................................................................. 92
8.9
Notes on Parameter Checks ...................................................................................... 93
8.10
Saving Parameters on the Chip Card........................................................................ 93
8.10.1
Saving the Parameters ............................................................................................. 94
8.10.2
Loading the Parameters from the Chip Card............................................................ 95
9 Form Description ............................................................................................................... 96
9.1
Defining a Receipt (Delivery Receipt or Invoice) ..................................................... 96
9.1.1
W & M Requirements ............................................................................................... 97
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9.1.2
Entry Dialogue.......................................................................................................... 97
9.1.2.1 Positioning on the Receipt ........................................................................................... 98
9.1.2.2 Form modification After Sealing ................................................................................. 100
9.1.2.3 Example of a Receipt ................................................................................................. 100
9.1.3
Summary of Text Modules ..................................................................................... 101
9.1.3.1 Description of Text Modules....................................................................................... 103
9.1.3.2 Placeholders .............................................................................................................. 106
9.1.3.3 Options ....................................................................................................................... 106
9.1.3.4 Attributes .................................................................................................................... 107
9.1.3.5 Sum Blocks ................................................................................................................ 107
9.1.4
Control Printout ...................................................................................................... 107
9.2
Definition of an Original Delivery Note (OBC operation)....................................... 110
9.2.1
Format .................................................................................................................... 111
9.2.2
Header.................................................................................................................... 112
9.3
Printer Settings ......................................................................................................... 112
10 Printing out Reports (Key <Print>) ................................................................................. 114
10.0.1 Time and Date in AM / PM Format............................................................................. 115
10.1
Trip Report................................................................................................................. 115
10.1.1
Trip Reports on the Chip Card ............................................................................... 115
10.1.1.1 Saving the Trip Report ............................................................................................... 116
10.1.1.2 Large Quantities of Data ............................................................................................ 116
10.2
Short Report .............................................................................................................. 117
10.3
Detailed Report.......................................................................................................... 118
10.4
Copy Receipt ............................................................................................................. 119
10.5
Zero-Bill ..................................................................................................................... 119
10.6
Printout of Parameter List ........................................................................................ 120
10.6.1
Printout of Parameter List (example)...................................................................... 121
10.6.2
Printout Driver list................................................................................................. 124
10.7
Event Report.............................................................................................................. 125
10.7.1
Log Book ................................................................................................................ 126
11 Error Messages ................................................................................................................ 127
12 Technical Data .................................................................................................................. 130

12.1

Sening MultiFlow Control Device ......................................................................... 131

12.2
12.3

Operating Device....................................................................................................... 132

Printer ........................................................................................................................ 132

13 Miscellaneous Information.............................................................................................. 130

Extract from the Preliminary Certificate ................................................................. 133
13.2
13.3
DIL Switch Positions DR-290/DR295 ....................................................................... 134
13.4
DIL switch setting DR-298-FDW............................................................................. 134
13.5
Settings on Printer Interface Card Type C82307 for DR-570................................. 135
13.6
Printer Settings DR-570 (Front) ............................................................................... 136
14 Character sets available for the Sening MultiFlow ....................................................... 137
14.1
PC437 Character Set................................................................................................. 137
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14.2
14.3

PC852 Character Set................................................................................................. 138

PC866 Character Set................................................................................................. 139

15 Warranty and Service ...................................................................................................... 140

16 Keyword Index.................................................................................................................. 142
17 Drawings and Approvals ................................................................................................. 144
17.1
Contents of Appendix............................................................................................... 144
17.2
Drawings .................................................................................................................... 146
17.2.1
Weather-Proof Housing (Version A3) ..................................................................... 146
17.2.2
- Wiring Diagram, Power and Communication ....................................................... 147
17.2.3
- Wiring Diagram (Version A3)................................................................................ 148
17.2.4
- Wiring Diagram ADD-Dosage Pump (Version A3) ............................................... 150
17.2.5
- Wiring Diagram Pneum. Control Switch with Flow Control and Dosage Pump.... 151
17.2.6
- Wiring Diagram Electronic Cont. + Dosage Pump + Overfill Prevention Amp. .... 152
17.2.7
- Wiring Diagram Electronic Control + Flow Control ............................................... 153
17.2.8
- Wiring Diagram Electronic Control, Dosage Pump and Blow Down .................... 154
17.2.9
- Wiring Diagram Electronic Control with Flow Control and Dosage Pump............ 155
17.2.10
- Wiring Diagram TMC-KK to MFLOW-A3 (Version A3)......................................... 156
17.2.11
- Sealing Arrangement for Sening MultiFlow (Version A3) Left Side................... 157
17.2.12
- Sealing Arrangement for Sening MultiFlow (Version A3) Right Side ................ 158
17.2.13
- Explosion-Proof Housing (Version A1)................................................................. 159
17.2.14
- Disassembly of the Ex-Housing ........................................................................... 160
17.2.15
- Wiring Diagram (Version A1)................................................................................ 161
17.2.16
- Wiring Diagram Pneum. Control Switch + Dosage Pump .................................... 162
17.2.17
- Wiring Diagram Pneum. Control Switch with Flow Control + Dosage Pump +
Overfill Prevention Amplifier ................................................................................... 163
17.2.18
- Wiring Diagram Elect. Control + Dosage Pump + Overfill Prevention Amplifier... 164
17.2.19
- Wiring Diagram Electronic Control + Flow Control ............................................... 165
17.2.20
- Wiring Diagram Electronic Control, Dosage Pump and Blow Down .................... 166
17.2.21
- Wiring Diagram electronic control with flow control and dosage pump................ 167
17.2.22
- Wiring Diagram TMC-KK to MFLOW-KK1 (Version A1) ...................................... 168
17.2.23
- Wiring Diagram TMC-KK to two MFLOW-KK1 (Version A1)................................ 169
17.2.24
- Wiring Diagram RS232 Interface (Version A1) Page 1 .................................. 170
17.2.25
- Wiring Diagram RS232 Interface (Version A1) Page 2 .................................. 171
17.2.26
- Wiring Diagram Junction Box Truck to Sening MultiFlow (Version A1)................ 172
17.2.27
- Wiring Diagram connection of single Sening MultiFlow to junction box 351441 .. 173
17.2.28
- Wiring Diagram Junction Box Truck, Type 351442, to Sening MultiFlow
(Version A1) ........................................................................................................... 174
17.2.29
- Sealing Arrangement for Sening MultiFlow (Version A1) Page 1...................... 175
17.2.30
- Sealing Arrangement for Sening MultiFlow (Version A1) Page 2...................... 176
17.2.31
- Sensor, Pre-Approval ........................................................................................... 177
17.3.32
- Pneumatic Circuit Diagram: Meter Package with Sening MultiFlow..................... 178
17.3.33
- Solenoid Valves Connection Diagrams & Order Codes ....................................... 179
17.4
Certificates................................................................................................................. 180
17.4.1
W & M Seal Form (blank) ....................................................................................... 180

Section I General Remarks

1 General Remarks
1.1 How to Use this Manual
This manual contains a great deal of information. In order to help you find the information you need,
we have created some orientation help.
Pictograms
The information in this manual ranges from intended use, formal instructions, concrete
operating steps and feed-back to good advice. For easy reference the information is
marked with a special pictogram in the left marginal column.
In this manual you will find the following symbols:
Danger! In this case: Danger of explosion.
Environment protection; recycling

Action that may damage the equipment

Action that may have legal consequences

Work step; concrete operation

Feed-back positive
Feed-back negative
Advice, tip

Optional or special case

NOTE: Indicate a special Situation
IMPORTANT: To be strictly observed

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1.2 Valuable Facts about Sening

The Sening MultiFlow has been developed
according to the latest state of technology,
incorporating many years of experience in
the application of electronic metering.
Due to standardization of electronic
metering devices within the European Union
and around the world development has
taken place strictly to the latest regulations
for the approval of meters for W & M
regulated applications within the EU (OIML
R117) and the United States and Canada.
This guarantees that the Sening MultiFlow
will fulfil the present and also future legal
requirements for meters for applications
subject to Weights & Measures inspection.
Apart from the display with text output,
which has now become a standard, the
Sening MultiFlow development includes the
following features:
The electronic W&M seal (soft seal)
monitors only changes to parameters
which are subject to W&M protection.
This information is available by printing
the Seal Report after the calibration
phase and at any time since then.
The MultiFlow is capable of having one 2channel, one single channel, or two
single channel pulse inputs. If using one
2-channel pulse input, the pulse
transmitter output can be set (PNP, NPN
or F. A. Sening two-wire THS pulse
transmitter) on the MultiFlow through the
software.
The printer interface (RS-232, RS-422 or
RS-485) is set to the desired type of
connection by software. There are no
jumpers or links to be set.
All discrete outputs are electronically
protected against short circuit. The
affected output becomes operational
again once the short circuit is removed. It
is not necessary to change any fuses

An economical data interface from the

vehicle to the office is provided by the use
of an industry-compatible chip-card
reader. The reading device conforms to
IP65 class of protection and is
implemented in the intrinsically safe type
of explosion protection. The reader can
therefore be used in Ex areas without any
special protective measures.
The Sening MultiFlow has four intrinsically
safe inputs for the connection of switches
for use in Ex areas without special
protective measures.
The Sening MultiFlow communicates to
other FAS-devices via the CAN Bus
system which has become a standard on
motor vehicles.
The printer can be connected without a
special interface.
A feature of the Sening MultiFlow is its
compact design (also in the AI version)
which saves costs and weight.
Switches and jumpers within the device
have been eliminated in order to make the
Sening MultiFlow easy to install and
configure.
All
settings
on
the
communication interface are configured
with software. Therefore, there is the
possibility of connecting various types of
printer to the Sening MultiFlow printer
output.
Operation is menu-guided and all output
is shown in simple text.
Operation is available in a number of
languages.
Three
languages
are
permanently installed as standard.
Provide facility for presetting in dollar
amounts.
Pulse output to drive remote display.

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1.3 System Structure

The Sening MultiFlow is available in the AIII, weatherproof, version (heating oil, diesel) or in
the AI, explosion proof, version (petrol, kerosene).

With the AIII version the complete control electronics with the operating device is
accommodated in one housing.

The supply voltage, printer connection and the sensors are connected directly in the device on
plug-in connectors secured with screws.

The connectors can be simply removed for test purposes and a test adapter can be plugged
to the post terminal strip. So all device functions can be easily checked in the mounted state.

In the AI version the Sening MultiFlow control electronics are mounted in an explosion proof
enclosure which is supplied with voltage in an intrinsically safe manner from the operating
device.

The connection of the non-intrinsically safe inputs and outputs is made in a terminal box with
increased safety features.

Furthermore, installation is substantially simplified due to the improved access to the terminals.

1.4 Overview of Operating Elements

Display

Function Keys

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Keyboard

Chip Card Reader

GMVT 805

T 11- J

T 20- J

GMVZ 1004
1.2.
3.1.2.
3.1.8.1
3.1.8.7
3.2.1
3.3.1.1
3.3.1.3

5.528
11

8.415
17

15.1
30

8.415
17

5.528

11

8.

3.3.1.7

Sensor
Type

Configuration

7.

Choose the pulse input type according to your meter configuration.

Max.
Error
Pulses

6.
Meter

Pulse
Rating

5.

Choose No. 1 for one meter dual input , No. 2 for one single meter pulse input, and
No. 3 for two single meter pulse inputs.

Printer

4.

Choose No. 2 for DR-295 or No. 3 for DR-298

Hose Set

3.

Defines the hose path that are used in the measuring system
(B=Bypass / G=Dry hose gravity /
P= Pumped dry hose / U= Unmetered / W= Wet hose

Path
Selection

2.

Choose No. 1 for one stage valve or

No. 2 for two stage valve (Hi-Low Flow)

Meter
Designation

1.

Youll find the meter number on the name plate

Parameter
Date &
Time

Steps

Set date and time before sealing!

Section I General Remarks

1.5 Quick Start up Sening MultiFlow

9.

3.3.1.4

Push F3 for Menu, then the numbers. For one step back push the Stop button.

T 40- J

After setting these 9 parameters the system is ready for calibration.

Set the calculated meter factor for each product under parameter 3.5.1.X.7.5.1.
The placeholder X stands for the product number. (1= Heating Oil / 2 = Diesel etc.)

For details and further information please use the chapter 0 / page 5.

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Section II General Installation Instructions

2 General Installation Instructions
Apart from the points outlined in the following, all the local regulations (i.e. VDE 0165) must be
observed during installation, operation and maintenance. If the instructions below are followed, long
and trouble-free operation can be ensured.

2.1 Preventive Measures

2.1.1 To Avoid Accidents (Due to Gas Explosion)
The Sening MultiFlow has been designed for the flow measurement of flammable liquids
in Classes AI (gasoline) and AIII (fuel oils) on tank trucks.
That means especially danger of explosions caused by flammable gases.
Be aware of the regulations for the EX protection.
If PG glands on AI terminal boxes must be changed, only Ex approved glands must be
used.
It is strongly recommended not to mount the printer outside the drivers cabin, because
the printer is not designed for this use, particularly with regard to its protection against
humidity, contamination, temperature (ink ribbon freezes at low temperatures) and also
on account of the Ex protection.

2.1.2 To Correspond to Norms

Wiring must be carried out according to the supplied wiring diagrams. All colors are
selected according to DIN 47100. Please absolutely comply with the given color
selections.
The electrical installation must be carried out according to EN60079-10 / VDE 0165.
It is not permissible to fit additional components into the Sening MultiFlow housing or in
the terminal box (e.g. additional terminals), since this would void the device approval.

2.1.3 To Ensure Trouble-Free Operation

During welding work on the vehicle, the power supply must be disconnected.
The lead entries must always be mounted at the side or underneath in order to prevent
the ingress of water into the housing.
Unused PG glands on the terminal box or on the Sening MultiFlow must be closed off
watertight using blind plugs.
The terminal and electronics boxes as well as the connectors must be protected against
direct water spray (i.e. from the tires).
All cables must be routed such that they are not damaged or kinked.
After connecting the wire ends, the screw-secured plug-in connectors on the Sening
MultiFlow must be pressed firmly onto the connector strip to prevent them from
becoming unintentionally disconnected.
The supplied blind plugs must be used on AI terminal boxes.
In the AIII version all wire ends must be fitted with wire-end sleeves. No wire-end
sleeves are required in the terminal box (only version AI).
All electrical connections are implemented in either screw-secured plug-in connectors or
terminals. The leads must be introduced into the housing through PG glands appropriate
to the lead cross-section. The supplied screwdriver should be used for connection to the
screw-secured plug-in connectors. When cutting the wire ends it is essential to make

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sure that no wire clippings drop into the open device. Otherwise, this may cause short
circuits on the circuit board.
After fitting the wire ends the connector should be plugged onto the matching connector
strip on the board and pressed in firmly. For shielded leads the shield must be fitted with
a 6.3 mm (0.25 inch) flat connector and plugged onto the flat connector strip for the
screen connection. Similarly, the solenoid valves must be plugged at one end onto the
flat connector strip provided (0V strip) using a 6.3 mm (0.25 inch) flat connector.

A connection between the housing/shield and the 0V strip must never be made.
If this advice is not followed, problems with the functioning of the device may occur.
The solenoid valves must be mounted upright, i.e. the solenoid coil must point upwards.
The printer must always be mounted in the drivers cabin to ensure protection against
contamination and humidity.
Before a new program version (update) is installed, it is essential to print out all
remaining reports and receipts, since any data saved may be lost due to the change of
program.

2.1.4 To Make Work Easier for Future Users

Terminal boxes should be fitted allowing easy access.
The housings of the electronics system should always be accessible.
Cables without connectors may be shortened.
The cover mounting screws should be slightly lubricated before fitting (copper paste,
graphite grease). Thus corrosion of the screws after long periods of operation is
prevented and easy unscrewing enabled.

2.1.5 Also to Be Noted

If the TMC is linked to the Sening MultiFlow, electronic hose selection is used or
monitoring of the overfill probe is activated, then the according wiring diagrams (see
appendix) have to be followed.
In sealed state the seal password (Parameter 3.1.3), which enables access to the
electronic calibration seal, is no longer displayed.
The user who makes a change to the password must ensure that this new
password is appropriately documented. Same may, for example, be saved in a
closed envelope.

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Section II General Installation Instructions

2.2 Printer Connection

The printer (DR-295 / DR-298) or Epson 295 is directly supplied with a 24V voltage (see wiring
diagram in section XVII for details.)
The data leads are connected as usual to the Sening MultiFlow or, with the AI version, to
the TXD, RXD and 0V terminals in the terminal box.
If a DR-570 printer with RS-485 connection is used, the connection must be made
according to the supplied circuit diagrams.
If an Epson 295 printer with RS-232 connection is used, the connection must be made
according to the supplied circuit diagrams or by purchasing the printer installation cable.

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2.4 Routing the Cables in the Vehicle

The Sening MultiFlow is a measurement device which has been designed for vehicle use.
To ensure trouble-free operation, a few guidelines, described in the previous sections, must
be followed during installation.

If these guidelines are not followed, faults in operation may occur.

Where the guidelines have evidently not been followed or the installation has not been
properly carried out (contravention of applicable regulations), we accept no responsibility
when faults occur nor any consequential claims arising from them.
Lay an extra supply lead as voltage supply for the Sening MultiFlow.
2
Use a cable with 1 mm (0.04 inch ) cross-section.
The cable for voltage supply does not need to be shielded.
In vehicles with AI equipment, the relevant Ex installation regulations must be taken into
account.
Tap off the voltage of +24V or +12V directly from the battery positive pole (Terminal 30) via
a fused line using a lead fitted with a separate switch.
Protect the Sening MultiFlow with the appropriate fuse per installation drawings.
Tap the 0V line as close as possible to the battery ground connection.
The printer and the MultiFlow must be powered from the same power source. Connect the
printer via the 24v DC output supplied by the MultiFlow.

Never supply the printer with external voltage.

If the system is switched off via a switch, the switch must be placed in the +24V or +12V
supply line only.

The 0V line must not be switched.

If the Sening MultiFlow is mounted on a trailer, only the trailer cable obtainable from FMC
technologies should be used for the voltage supply and the communication line.

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2.5 Maintenance
The Sening MultiFlow requires no maintenance. No mechanical or electronical change on the device
itself is permitted. If the device becomes dirty, the membrane keypad can be wiped with a mild
cleaning agent.

When carrying out cleaning using a steam jet or pressurised water, the device (AI and AIII
versions) must be protected from the water jet. Never point a steam jet directly at the
device!

If water has been found to have penetrated into the device due to improper cleaning, a
guarantee claim will be rejected.

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2.5.1 Batteries
The clock integrated into the Sening MultiFlow is supplied from a lithium battery when the Sening
MultiFlow is switched off. In normal operation the battery has a service life of at least seven years.
However, the expected life also depends on the operating conditions such as temperature and turn-on
duration of the device, so it is only a theoretical value. To replace the battery, the Sening MultiFlow
must be opened and the battery removed as shown in the sketch.
Pic.1: Loosening the Clamp with a Screwdriver

Battery

Clamp

Battery Holder

Circuit Board

To loosen the clamp, insert the supplied screwdriver into the side slot of the battery
compartment.
Press the lugs of the clamp outwards with the screwdriver.

The side lugs of the clamp are thus pressed out of the latched position.
After one side has been loosened, treat the other side in the same way.
Then you can lift the clamp.
When inserting the new battery, it is essential to ensure correct polarity. A battery of type
Varta CR1/2AA 3V/950mAh should be used.
Plan View of the Battery Holder
C R1/2 AA

Clamp

Battery

Circuit Board

The time, date and all parameter settings must be reset after replacing the battery (see
Chip Card Reader, chapter 4.). Furthermore the device has to be approved by the W & M
office.
The date must be adjusted before the W & M seal is set, because it is subject to
W & M protection.

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3 General User Instructions
3.1 Key Character Assignment
Letter group A; B; C; 1 or a; b; c; 1
Upper and lowercase selection with F1
Letter group D; E; F; 2 or d; e; f; 2
Upper and lowercase selection with F1
Letter group G; H; I; 3 or g; h; i; 3
Upper and lowercase selection with F1
Letter group J; K; L; 4 or j; k; l; 4
Upper and lowercase selection with F1
Letter group M; N; O; 5 or m; n; o; 5
Upper and lowercase selection with F1
Letter group P; Q; R; 6; or p; q; r; 6
Upper and lowercase selection with F1
Letter group S; T; U; 7 or s; t; u; 7
Upper and lowercase selection with F1
Letter group V; W; X; 8 or v; w; x; 8
Upper and lowercase selection with F1
Letter group Y; Z; 9; <Space character> or y; z; 9; <Space character>
Upper and lowercase selection with F1
Function key <F1>, assignment depends on program, defined via SW
Function key <F2>, assignment depends on program, defined via SW
Function key <F3>, assignment depends on program, defined via SW
Character group # $ % & - +
Special characters ; ; ; ; ; ; ;0
The special characters depend on the selected language.
Character group : , ; / ! ? = . ( )
Start of discharge, acceptance of packed products on the invoice or the delivery receipt
Stops discharge, goes back one menu point
Triggers printout, confirmation of entered values for some entries
Acceptance of entered values, confirmation of values

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3.1.1 Key Character Assignment

Along with the entry of numbers, the keys can also be used for the entry of letters or special
characters. All the characters used can be printed out. The letters and special characters assigned
to the keys are listed in the table in chapter 0.

3.1.1.1 Entry of Text

To enter text, locate the required character below the number.
Press this key briefly and repeatedly until the required character appears in the text field.

The characters and numbers on the key are automatically carried one step forward with
each touch of the key.
If you discontinue pressing the key for a longer time, the character shown in the display is
accepted and the cursor moves automatically one step further waiting for the next character
to be entered.
You can use function key <F2> to delete the last letter entered.

3.2 Menu Structure

Apart from starting the discharge, two menu trees are accessible from the Start screen:
FA Sening MultiFlow
Select Product and
Vo l u m e w i t h < S TA R T >
Create Reports
with
<PRINT>
Change Settings
with
<F3>
Reference: 000062
Selftest
OK
Seal OK
Ve r s i o n 3 . 0 4 [ 3 . 1 0 ] U K
Seal Load
Menu

Start screen

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3.2.1 Main Menu (Function Key <F3>)

The main menu is reached via function key <F3> in the start screen and enables configuration of
the Sening MultiFlow. It contains the product parameters and settings for the display, printer and the
sensors.
Main Menu
Selection
1
2
3
4
5
6

Display Config.
G r a n d To t a l s
Parameter List
Service
Logon
Load monitor

Up

Down

---

Selection Menu on Pressing the Key <F3>

3.2.2 Report Printouts (Key <Print>)

Each delivery is saved by the Sening MultiFlow and can be printed out later as a report. This means
that a complete shift or tour, with all deliveries occurred, can be documented on a tour or Trip
Report.
Reports
Selection
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Short Report
Detailed Report
Copy Receipt
Zero-Bill
Parameter List
Event Report
Office Link

Up

Down

---

<Print> Menu

In order to activate the print menu the <Print> key is pressed in the Start screen on the Sening
MultiFlow. The report menu will be displayed; all the required reports can then be selected and
printed.

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4 Initial Operation
Before you apply power to the system for the first time, check the wiring to make sure that
the connections are correct and firmly seated.
Then switch on the voltage.
Test the function of the solenoid valves in the service menu (Parameter 4.3.1).
Test the functions of the temperature sensor (if used) and the pulse inputs in the service
menu.
Check that the correct pulse transmitter parameter has been set
(Parameter 3.3.1.4).
A pulse transmitter with a PNP switching output is the default.
Test the printer connection by printing a zero receipt.

Once all these tests have been run successfully, you can start parameter setting of the
Sening MultiFlow.

The Sening MultiFlow has an access check for sensitive parameter areas. The following passwords
are set by the manufacturer:
Password Designation
99 99 99

Driver ID

65 43 21

Password

12 34 56

Seal password

The input of parameters and a description of the menu structure is described

in chapter 8.
To prevent abuse, the passwords set at the factory, especially the seal password
should be changed during the initial operation. File them in the measurement
system certificate.

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4.1 Version Numbers

Version numbers, which are printed on the parameter lists and W & M receipts, are used to identify
the current software version. These numbers can be called up in Menu 4.1.1.
The version number has the format:
W & M Version Service Version

Language Code

2.02

[2.00]

UK

3.33

[3.33]

NA

The W & M version indicates which W & M version subject to W & M restrictions is used in the
Sening MultiFlow. This is the W & M version number.
The service version indicates the version of the program section which is not subject to W & M
restrictions. Since this section of the program is not subject to these restrictions, it does not require
recalibration itself. However, for the time being, it may only be updated in connection with the part of
the program requiring W & M recalibration (W & M version).
The version numbers can occur in different combinations since, for example, the W & M version 2.00
may operate together with the service version 2.0 or even 1.05 (downward compatibility).

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4.2 Reading in New Program Versions (Update)

After reading in a new program version a loss of log book entries and parameter settings may occur.
All reports that have not yet been produced must be printed out before the
system is updated to the new program version. This also applies to saving
delivery data on a chip card where this form of data interchange is used.

The current device settings should always be saved on a parameter chip card
before a new program version is loaded. See section Saving of Parameters on
Chip Card for details.

If the parameters from another device or from an older card are to be accepted, the steps
below steps must be followed:
Restore the valid receipt counter reading. To do this, set the Parameter 3.1.9 to the next
receipt number to be used.
In addition, check and correct the following parameters if necessary:

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Parameter

Designation

Explanation

3.1.1

Device number

See Sening MultiFlow name plate

3.1.2

Meter designation

See name-plate of measuring system

3.3.2.1

(Temperature) offset

With the same electronics see old parameter list,

otherwise refer to the preliminary test certificate for
the Sening MultiFlow

3.5.nn.7.5

Meter factors

With the same measuring system see old

parameter list, otherwise recalibration is required

3.6

Driver list

If divergent lists are used, see old driver list

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4.3 Chip Card Reader

The chip card reader is integrated into the upper part of the Sening MultiFlow. Only the chip cards
supplied by F. A. Sening should be used.

If chip cards from other suppliers are used, then faults in operation may occur.

The slot for the chip card is located behind

the plastic flap on the side of the device
where it is protected from contamination.
In the latched state, the chip card reader
conforms to IP65 class of protection.
To open, pull the latching lever
forward and fold back the plastic
flap.

Now the slot for the chip card is

visible.
Insert the chip card with the
contact pads face down (not
visible on insertion).
Close and latch the flap.

It is only when secured in this

way that no dampness can enter
the device.
The plastic flap which protects the chip card reader must always be kept closed
and latched. You should never drive the truck with an open or unlatched flap.
The vehicle should never be left outdoors overnight with the flap unlatched.

In conjunction with a chip card the chip card reader is used to save the parameter list, and for data
interchange with the data processing system (PC or similar) in the office. The backup copy of the
parameter list can be used, for example, to reload the parameter list and the delivery receipt
definitions into the Sening MultiFlow after a program update.
The chip card can also be used to simplify the office work and to automate the processing of the
customer data. The customer receives deliveries in the usual manner.
After the end of the shift the delivery data is no longer output as a daily report on the printer, but is
instead written to the chip card. The chip card is read out in the office and the data can be
processed with suitable software. A printout of the daily report on the vehicle is therefore no longer
required.

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4.4 Diagnosis
Although during the Sening MultiFlow development consideration has been given to ensure a low
degree of effort in installation, faults may still occur during initial operation.
When a fault occurs, the Sening MultiFlow supports error analysis with diagnostic functions and thus
increases easy installation of the device.
The diagnostic functions mainly involve peripheral devices:
Temperature sensor, pulse input(s), digital inputs and outputs
Printer
CAN Bus
Remote control

4.4.1 Inputs and Outputs

In Menu 4.3.1 the diagnostic functions for the inputs and outputs, including temperature and pulse
sensors are summarized.
Outputs

In-/Outputs
Outputs
1 2 3 4 5 6 7

0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Inputs

Inputs
1 2 3

Pulses
A B PT

0 0 0 0 0 0 1
+72 F

Present temperature
Status T e s t i n g . . .
Selftest
OK
System messages S e a l O K
Ve r s i o n 3 . 3 0 [ 3 . 3 0 ] G B
-------

Diagnosis Menu 4.3.1

If the system us set up for 1 dual channel or 2 single channel the status of the pulse inputs A and
B must continually change between 0 and 1 when the pulse transmitter rotates. In contrast, the
input PT must always be at 1 because 0 indicates a fault (no sensor connected). Respectively, if
only 1 single channel meter is used, the appropriate 0 and 1 change will occur on the input that the
meter is wired to (either A or B).
The temperature display continually indicates the currently measured temperature. It can be used
for checking the temperature recording device.
A temperature display outside the 200C range points to a cable fracture, short
circuit or missing sensor. Please check the wiring of the sensor.

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The seven outputs can be switched (provided the Sening MultiFlow has not been sealed) by
pressing the corresponding number (1-7). That way a functional test of the connected device
(solenoid valve) is possible.
For safety reasons all outputs are set to 0 (inactive) on calling and on leaving the
diagnostic screen.
The assignment of the outputs to functions depends on the selection of the valve
control, please refer to Parameter 3.1.8.1 and the respective circuit diagrams.
The current status of the valves must be observed without fail.
When a vehicle is operational actuation of the valves can lead to the release of
the product!
The following assignments are standard (further options in Section 0):
1
Basic Control

2
Flow Control

3
Fully
Electronic
Control

4
Expanded
Electronic
Control

5
With blow down

Output 1

Control air

LOW Flow

Wet hose

Wet hose
LOW flow

Wet hose
LOW flow

Wet hose
LOW flow

Control air

Output 2

Interlock

HIGH Flow

Dry hose

Dry hose
LOW flow

Dry hose
LOW flow

Dry hose
LOW flow

START / STOP

Output 3

ADD pump

Release
control switch

ADD pump

Wet hose
HIGH flow

Wet hose
HIGH flow

Wet hose
HIGH flow

Regulation 1

Output 4

--------

ADD pump

Bypass

Dry hose
HIGH flow

Dry hose
HIGH flow

Dry hose
HIGH flow

Regulation 2

Output 5

--------

LOW Flow 2nd Out

Position 1
Dual hose
outlet nozzle

Position 1
Dual hose
outlet nozzle

ADD pump

Position 1
Dual hose
outlet nozzle

--------

Output 6

--------

HIGH Flow 2nd

Out

Position 2
Dual hose
outlet nozzle

Position 2
Dual hose
outlet nozzle

--------

Position 2
Dual hose
outlet nozzle

--------

Output 7

Pulse Output

Pulse Output

Unmeasured

Unmeasured

Blow down

ADD pump

--------

Output 8

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

6
Exp. Electron.
BE

7
Control
Turbine

Output 9

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

Output 10

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

Output 11

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

Input 1

ADD pump rest

position

ADD pump rest

position

ADD pump rest

position

--------

ADD pump rest

position

ADD pump
rest position

--------

Input 2

ADD pump
end position

ADD pump
end position

ADD pump
end position

--------

ADD pump
end position

ADD pump
end position

--------

Input 3

ADD pump
filling level

ADD pump
filling level

ADD pump
filling level

--------

ADD pump
filling level

ADD pump
filling level

--------

Input 4

Overfill
prevention
amplifier

Overfill
prevention
amplifier

Overfill
prevention
amplifier

Overfill
prevention
amplifier

Product
Transfer &
Self Loading

Overfill
prevention
amplifier

--------

Input 5

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

Input 6

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

Input 7

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

Input 8

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

Output 1..7: MultiFlow

Output 8..11: MFIO-E

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4.4.2 Printer
The diagnostic functions for the printer are shown in Menu 4.3.2.
Printer (295)

Selected printer
Settings

Check Text
Echo

Por t
: RS232
Baud Rate : 9600
Parity
: None
Send
F. A . S e n i n g
Receive
F. A . S e n i n g

OK!

Status

Ready
Selftest
OK
System messages S e a l O K
Ve r s i o n 3 . 3 3 [ 3 . 3 3 ] N A
send
-----

Menu 4.3.2

The display shown above gives a quick summary of the printer settings currently selected:
Selected printer (in the header)
Type of interface (RS-232 or RS-485)
Transmission speed (baud rate)
Parity monitoring (even, odd or none)
When printer faults occur, the Sening MultiFlow offers the possibility of executing a so-called loopback test. This test enables the printer connection to be tested for lead breakage (see Chapter 0).

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4.4.2.1 Loop-Back Test

A loop-back test is available to check the wiring. This test can be executed with any printer linked.
Remove the data cable from the printer and bridge the communications lines.
Bridge the following pins :
RS-232 (Printers DR-295, DR-298 & DR-570)

RS-485 (Printer DR-570)

Pin

Pin

2
3

TX
RX

9
16
10
18

TXRXTX+
RX+

Press the <F1> key to execute the loop-back test.

During the line test the text in the status line changes
from Ready to Test running ....
It is important to set the jumpers in the plug on the end of the data cable,
because the complete wiring is then tested.
To localise a possible fault, the test section can be shortened (terminals).
Printer (295)

Selected printer
Settings

Check Text
Echo

Por t
: RS232
Baud Rate : 9600
Parity
: None
Send
F. A . S e n i n g
Receive
F. A . S e n i n g

OK!

Status

Ready
Selftest
OK
System messages S e a l O K
Ve r s i o n 3 . 0 4 [ 3 . 1 0 ] N A
send
-----

Menu 4.3.2

As shown in the illustration above, the check text and the echo must be identical. If this is not the
case, then a fault has occurred. Normally, the fault is caused by missing wiring or a line breakage.
If the test is positive (line OK) but the printer still does not print, then crossed
wiring may be the problem with the Send (TX) and Receive (RX) lines crossed.

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4.4.3 CAN Bus
The diagnostic functions for the CAN Bus are shown in Menu 4.3.3.
Global CANbus

Communication status
of linked devices

No.
No.
No.
------------------0 ?? 1 **
2 OK
2 -3 -4 -6 -7 -8 -9 -10 -- 11 -12 -- 13 -- 14 -15 -- 16 -- 17 -18 -- 19 -- 20 -21 -- 22 -- 23 -24 -- 25 -- 26 -27 -- 28 -- 29 -30 -- 31 -New
-----

Menu 4.3.3

The display shown above gives a quick summary of the actual status of the CAN Bus links.
The following conditions are possible:
Display Condition
--

Status unknown

OK

Link in order

??

Link interference, no communication possible

**

Node reference of operating device

4.4.3.1 Testing Links

By pressing key <F1> a general request (broadcast) will be sent to all nodes (devices). This request
is to be answered within a few seconds. Thus with this test function the linking status can be brought
up to date.
While testing the links internal timeouts will occur, so the display will need up to
10 sec. for complete updating.
Please do not activate this function twice within this time frame (10 sec).

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4.4.4 Remote Control

The diagnostic functions for remote control are located in menu 4.3.4. In the event of faults
occurring, however, a check should also be made in the CAN bus diagnostics (see above) as to
whether the base station is recognized.
The remote control diagnostics screen first shows the following image:
Remote Control
Level Probe
+
Status of the overfill prevention ( N o , N : 0 , 1 . 8 s )
Deadman Switch
+
Status of the dead mans switch ( N o , N : 0 , 1 . 8 s )
Last incoming telegrams
of the various types

SGN:
KEY:
STS:

Idle)

Ready
Pre-set amount for test of
The remote control

Amount : 1000
Link

Start

Discon.

Menu 4.3.4, ready

The details in brackets concerning the functions Level probe and Dead man switch have the
following meaning (see also Section 0, parameters 3.1.6.n and 3.1.8.8):
Yes
The function is activated. If the function is not being used the entry reads No.
N:0
Defines the node number (address) of the base station that is providing the function in
question.
1.8s Defines the interval at which the base station must cyclically provide a status value
(heartbeat), or else the Sening MultiFlow changes to an error status.

The functions Level Probe, Dead man switch, and the remote operation of the
Sening MultiFlow can be implemented via various base stations. As a rule,
however, only one base station is used, and this has the node number 0.

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4.4.4.1 Check function

The Idle comment in brackets indicates that the readiness mode of the Sening MultiFlow is just
activated. To check the functions of the remote control, a connection must first be made with the one
or more base stations. This is achieved by pressing the key <F1>.
After the connection to the base station has been made, the display in the handheld remote control
changes, as well as the status display of the overfill prevention and the dead man switch.
Remote Control
Level Probe
TStatus of the overfill prevention ( Y e s , N : 0 , 1 . 8 s )
Deadman Switch
+
Status of the dead man switch ( Y e s , N : 0 , 1 . 8 s )
Last incoming telegrams
Of the various types

SGN: CST
KEY: +
STS: LNK
(Preset)
Testing

Preset amount for test of

the remote control

Amount : 1100
Link

Start

Discon.

Menu 4.3.4, connected

In the first instance a small rectangle is displayed, that jumps repeatedly from left to right. This
symbolizes the heartbeat of the sensor. The changeover takes place approximately twice per
second. However, should the interval become larger than the set maximum value, a connection fault
has occurred and a T (for time out) appears behind the rectangle. In addition the sensor status
changes from + (for OK) to - (for fault).
When the connection has been activated the Sening MultiFlow simulates the preset operating
state. This enables the setting of a preset value via the remote control. The alteration of the preset
value is displayed in the lower third of the display.
By pressing <F2> the Sening MultiFlow changes to the drop operating state. This can similarly be
checked on the remote operation display.
Remote Control
Level Probe
Status of the overfill prevention ( Y e s , N : 0 , 1 . 8 s )
Deadman Switch
+
Status of the dead mans switch ( Y e s , N : 0 , 1 . 8 s )
Last incoming telegrams
Of the various types

Pre-set amount for test of

The remote control

SGN: REL
KEY: Flow
STS: LNK
(Drop)
Testing
Amount : 1500
Link

Start

Discon.

Menu 4.3.4, drop

The connection is broken using <F3> and the Sening MultiFlow is in the state described at the
beginning (idle).

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4.4.4.2 Message Meanings
KEY
Start
Stop
Volume
Flow
+
++
--

Meaning
Start / resumption of a drop
End of a drop
Change to a volume display during a drop
Change to a flow display during a drop
Increase pre-set value by 100
Reduce pre-set value by 100
Increase pre-set value by 1000 (SHIFT +)
Reduce pre-set value by 1000 (SHIFT -)

SHIFT
PULSE
&PULSE
&NOTSTOP
&Start
&Stop
&Vol
&Flow

Shift key has been actuated

Dead man key has been actuated
Shift key and dead man key have been actuated simultaneously
Shift key and emergency off key have been actuated simultaneously
Shift key and start key have been actuated simultaneously (motor start)
Shift key and stop key have been actuated simultaneously (motor stop)
Shift key and volume key have been actuated simultaneously
Shift key and flow key have been actuated simultaneously

SGN
NCN
HEA
CHK
REL
SHR
COV
CST
DeadMan+
DeadMan-

Meaning
Overfill sensor not connected
Overfill sensor heated
Overfill sensor checked
Overfill sensor released
Overfill sensor short circuit
Overfill sensor covered, tank full
Overfill sensor disconnected, no connection to the unit
Dead man switch released
Dead man switch blocking, i.e. time has run out or no connection

STS
LNK
NOLNK

Meaning
Link with base station made
Link with base station could not be made, possibly occupied by another
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5 Discharge
Prior to operating the Sening MultiFlow the volume units must be selected using the System Units
parameter 3.1.5.7. The selections for this parameter are Liters (0), or Gallons (1). The default
initialized value is Gallons. This parameter must be set prior to use as all transaction memory is
erased when this parameter is changed.
The units selected by the parameter are shown in the following table:
Property
Flowing product
Temperature
Mass
Density
Injected product

Liters System Units

Liters
Degrees Celsius
Kilogram
3
Kg/M
Milliliter

Gallons System Units

Gallons
Degrees Farenheit
Pounds
API
Ounces

Usually the discharging of product is as follows:

1. Switch on the Sening MultiFlow
2. Start discharging
3. Select product (or accept preset)
4. Select discharge path
5. Discharge
6. Terminate discharge (and/or deliver additive)
7. Print delivery note or bill
Single steps can be enabled / disabled by changing the setup.

Optional; in versions lower than 3.10 the discharge path is selected prior to the product,
in versions lower than 2.0 selection of the discharge path is not included.

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5.1 Carrying Out a Discharge (Part 1)

After being switched on, the Sening MultiFlow runs a self-test after which it is ready for discharge.
FA Sening MultiFlow
Select Product and
Vo l u m e w i t h < S TA R T >
Create Reports
with
<PRINT>
Change Settings
with
<F3>
Reference: 000062
Selftest
OK
Seal is OK
Ve r s i o n 3 . 0 4 [ 3 . 1 0 ] U K
W & M Load
Menu

Start screen

Step 1: Press the <Start> key

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5.2 Carrying Out a Discharge (Part 2)

Now the delivery preset screen appears.

Delivery Preset
------------------Prod. Code:
>11<
Heating Oil
Amount : 50000gal
Price per
w. TA X
----------Wet hose
Continue
ENTER

100
gal
$ 87,65
-------with

PNo:
---

Clear

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Preset screen

The preset screen displays the last selected product. If a different product than the displayed
product is required, you now must enter the desired product code (see Chapter 5.2.1).
If the displayed values are not correct, or if different product than the displayed product is
required, advance to Chapter 5.2.1 Selecting a new product.

If all displayed data is correct, continue with Part 3 of the discharging operation
(Chapter 5.3).

5.2.1 Selecting a New Product

Specifying the product to
be discharged

To choose a new product you can enter the product code. The product will then
be displayed automatically. If you enter an invalid product code, you can
choose the desired product from the product pages.

Enter the desired product code.

If the product code is not correct, an invalid product code (e.g. 99 or 00) can be entered.

A selection list of all products then appears automatically.

Select a product page.

A suggestion list with all products is displayed.

Select the desired product.
The selection can either be accepted into the discharge settings with the function keys
<F1> or <F2> (Cursor Up / Down) and then <Enter> or by pressing the number in front of
the product.

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Once the desired code is entered, the preset discharge quantity and default price
are displayed marked by pointed brackets (> XX <). By pressing the <Enter>-key
you can confirm these settings. For verification the input value is displayed in
double size characters at the bottom of the display area (underneath the status
line). With the numerical keys you can change these entries. The <Enter>-key
confirms the input and switches to the next input field.

Now you have selected the desired product. Continue with Part 3 of the discharging operation
(Chapter 0).
5.2.2 Preset by Dollar Amount
Parameter 3.1.4.5.0
Main Menu > Parameter List > Device Settings > Operation Options > Queries > Present by Price >
Disable, Enable
Presetting by Dollar Amount allows the operator to specify the amount to deliver in monetary value.
This entry shall only be available for products which have a default price defined. The current entry for
the present volume will remain. If the volume preset amount is changed by the user, the dollar amount
will be updated based on the default price. If the dollar amount is updated by the user, the volume
amount will be updated based on the default price. When the preset screen is first displayed, the
volume preset will be 99999 and the monetary preset will be 0.00. As seen below, the amount can be
entered but as soon as the dollar amount is entered, the volume will adjust accordingly.
Delivery Preset
------------------Prod. Code:
>11<
Heating Oil
Amount : 50000gal
Price per
w. TA X
----------Wet hose
Continue

100
x gal
$ 87.65
-------with ENTER

PNo:
---

Clear

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Preset screen

5.3 Measuring system residue removal (optional)

Step 2: Press the <Start> key.
When using the device for emptying and refilling the measuring system according to Authorization
5.162 / 01.01 the operator is asked during a product change whether the necessary
emptying/refilling has been carried out. If this is answered with YES a corresponding entry is
written into the logbook and the delivery dialog start of delivery is continued. If answered with NO
then a message appears with the request to carry out the residue removal / refilling and a
corresponding entry is made in the logbook.
The measuring system residue removal message can be switched on and off with Parameter 31851.
In addition Parameter 31852 has already been implemented which in a future version will activate
the printing out of a document concerning successful residue removal.

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If parameter 31851 (residue removal control) is set to 1, this causes the following new operating
sequence:
1. After entering all the preset values and pressing the <START> key again, the Sening
MultiFlow checks whether a product change has taken place between diesel and heating
oil / heating oil with additives. If this has happened a corresponding message is shown
about the necessary residue removal:
Drop pre-set
--------Product
EL
Amount

---------no:
>11<
heating oil
: 1000000gal

Price per 100gal

w i t h TA X D M 8 7 . 6 5
Product change !
Has residue removal
been carried out?

P no:
yes / no

11
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2. If residue removal has not been carried out the driver must press the >F2< key. A
corresponding entry is then made in the logbook and the display shows the following
information:

Please
carry out
residue removal

---

---

---

The Sening MultiFlow remains in this operating state until it is switched off, i.e. it will not react
to key entries (e.g. >START< , >STOP< etc.).
3. After carrying out the residue removal operation (for this period the Sening MultiFlow is switched
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repeat the drop pre-set entries. The query as to whether residue removal has been carried out is
this time confirmed by pressing the >F1< key. The confirmation is saved in the logbook.
th

After carrying out residue removal you should continue with the 4 part of the discharge procedure
(Section 0).

5.4 Electronic hose selection (optional)

The automatic hose selection is an option, only included in SW version 2.0 or higher.
This option must be configured in parameter 3.1.8.1 (see chapter 0).

In software versions lower than 3.10 the electronic hose selection will be carried out
before product selection.

For devices with manual path selection you can skip this chapter.
Hose Selection
Selection

Default: last selection

1 Unmetered
2 Wet Hose 1
3(Wet Hose 2)
4 Dry Hose
5 Bypass 1
6(Bypass 2)

Up

Down

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Hose selection

The automatic hose selection replaces manually operated pneumatic switches. You are
thereby able not only to select product and preset volume but also the discharge path
at the Sening MultiFlow.

After you have pressed the <Start> key, the defined / allowed discharge paths will be
displayed first:
Select the discharge path by pressing <F1> or <F2> and press the <Enter> key to
confirm your selection.
You can also select the discharge path by entering the corresponding number.

If only a single position is transferred, this is automatically selected with no intervention by

the operator required (from program version 3.00)

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5.5 Carrying Out a Discharge (Part 3)

Step 3: Press the <Start> key.

The discharging operation is started.

The delivery screen is displayed.

Operating status
Product
Preset amount

Delivery
Heating Oil
Preset:
5500gal
--------------------

Discharged amount
Type of compensation
With unit
Selected hose
Display of remaining time
Auxiliary display

150
Compensated
gal
to 60 F
-------------------Wet Hose
Remain
10 min
Average
70 F
GV
32.0gal
GST 70
32.5gal
---->>

Delivery

Delivery is started.
The preset quantity, compensation mode, product and discharged
amount (in double size characters) are displayed on the screen.
By pressing the <F3> key you can switch between different displays.
The following displays are available:
Actual Temp.
w. TAX
gal/min
-----

32

70 F
$67.45
703
>>

Average
GV
GST 15
---

70F
548.4gal
555.1gal
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The third page shows the values for the additive dispensing. The display
includes the name of the additive used, the discharged amount and the
mixing ratio.
Add. Burny
Volume:
250gal
Ratio:
1 / 2000
---->>

10:22 Delivery start

10.47 Delivery end
Printout finished
---->>

A fourth page provides general information about the last three actions
carried out.

or
preset amount
reached

You can interrupt the discharge with <Stop>.

To continue the discharge press the <Start> key,
or press the <Stop> key a second time to irrevocably terminate the
discharge.
However, if the preset amount has been reached, then the Sening
MultiFlow automatically interrupts discharge and Resume discharge?
appears in the display.
If the discharge is to be continued (press <F1> for Yes), then the
additional amount to be discharged must be entered.
The discharge is continued with <Start> after entering the amount. The
entered amount is added to the amount already discharged, the total is
now displayed as preset amount.
If you want to discontinue discharging, press the function key <F2> for
No.
When the preset amount has been reached or the discharge terminated
with <Stop>, other products (in Germany no metered products) can be
added to the delivery after pressing <Stop> again.

Step 3: Press the <Stop> key.

The query More products? is answered with the function key <F1> for
Yes. (Parameter 31455 must be set to 1 (Yes)
Then the entry screen with the product code and the price is displayed.
Enter the amount. You can also change to a packed good (additive), and the
price can be changed.
With the key <Start> the product is accepted in the Sening MultiFlow as
delivered, similar to the liquid discharge.
The entry is terminated with the function key <F2> for No = no further
products.
Step 4: Press the <F2> key.

Discharge is terminated.

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5.6 Printing Delivery Notes and Invoices

Now you can print a delivery note or a complete invoice.
Select Invoice (<F1>) or Delivery Note (<F2>)
An invoice will be printed by default but depending on the setting of parameter 3.1.4.0.1
printing of an invoice can be locked out.
In this case a delivery note is printed automatically.

When Invoice (<F1>) is selected, you have the option between private customers
Domestic (including Tax) and commercial customers None Domestic (excluding Tax).
Confirm your entry with <Enter>.

One after the other the delivered products are

now displayed, so that you can either
confirm or correct the product prices
attributed.
Confirm each correction with <Enter>.

Then the next possible input is selected (e.g.

Customer No.) and marked by pointed
brackets (>...<).
If you have made an input mistake you can
overwrite the faulty value by entering a new
value, or you can delete the character to the
left of the cursor by pressing <F2> (Clear).

Delivery

Confirmation

------------------Heating

Oil

591gal
Price per 10 gal
w. TAX
$>87.65<
------------------Total: $51.801
Confirm with PRINT

87.65
---

Clear

---

When all entries are correct,

Press the <Print> key.

Then the next product (if registered) is

displayed for confirmation. After confirming the
last product and pressing the <Print> key an
invoice is printed out.

According to the settings of Parameter

3.1.4.5.6, after the invoice has been printed a
query about the customers method of
payment is displayed.
After printing the note and entering the
payment method the Sening MultiFlow is
ready for the next discharge.
All delivery data as well as the payment
method is entered to the logbook.

Now the discharge is completed.

Depending on the setting of Parameter
3.1.4.1, the display of the latest amount or
product delivered turns off immediately or
after a time preset in minutes. At factory this

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Payment

Mode

Selection:
1

No

Cash

Cheque

Credit

Dir.Debt.Mandate
Up

Payment

Card

Down

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parameter is set to a default of 15 min. When this time has elapsed the Start screen is
again displayed.
5.6.1 Using the Printer
As standard the Sening MultiFlow comes equipped with the Epson TM-U295
printer. If a different printer is used, please use the respective operating manual.
Turn on the printer using the power switch on its left side.

The printer is ready for printing when the POWER light is on.
Paper can be inserted only when both the POWER OUT and RELEASE lights are on.

The PAPER OUT light is on when no paper is inserted in the printing section of the print head.
The RELEASE light on indicates that the print head is lifted and the printer is in the
paper release mode.
Press the RELEASE button to lift the print head.

The RELEASE light then indicates that the paper has been released from the print head,
and may now be inserted or removed.
Insert the paper from the front (see illustration 3.4.1.2) using the guiding rail on the right
side until it is stopped by the form stopper.

The PAPER OUT light goes out.

Press the FORWARD button to feed paper.

The print head is lowered fixing the paper.

The RELEASE light goes out and
the printer is now ready to print.

Control Board of
the Printer

You should not use paper that is perforated at the sides. The perforation
indicates PAPER OUT, so that printing is interrupted.

If parameter 327 is set to Auto Feed, wait 5 seconds for the printer to feed the paper,
otherwise press the FORWARD button to feed the paper.

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5.6.2 Replacing the Ribbon

Open the printer cover.
The cover has ridges on the top right corner and an arrow mark on the bottom left corner.
By slightly pressing the ridges on the top right and pulling the cover forward you can easily
lift off the cover.

Behind the cover there is a cassette with the ribbon.

The RELEASE status is indicated by the RELEASE light.

The ribbon cassette is easily released when the printer is in the RELEASE
and PAPER OUT modes.

If the RELEASE light is not on, press the RELEASE button.

To take up any slack in the ribbon, turn the feed knob on the left side of the cassette in the
direction of the arrow shown on the cassette.
Remove the ribbon cassette by grasping the handle and pulling straight out, until it is
noticeably released.
Pull the cassette carefully towards you to release the ribbon from the pressure rollers.

Now you can insert the new ribbon cassette in the printer.
Take care that the ribbon goes below the pressure rollers.
Push the cassette firmly until the pins in the back snap in.
To take up any slack in the new ribbon, turn the feed knob.
Close the cover.

5.7 Drop operated remotely

The Multi-Control package includes a handheld controller with which the Sening MultiFlow can be
remotely controlled.
Operation of the Sening MultiFlow remains unaltered even when this remote operation option is
used. In addition there is however the opportunity after the start of a drop (see Sections 0 and 0,
Step 1) to carry out the following operation steps remotely.
Correction of the pre-set volume in step widths of 100 or 1000 with simultaneous display on the
handheld controller
Motor Start/Stop
Start of the drop
Display of drop volume or flow on the handheld controller
Control of motor speed during the drop
Interruption and resumption of the drop
Termination of the drop
Emergency Cut-off

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5.8 Monitoring the Load

The Load screen is intended for those users who only deliver one product (e.g. heating oil) with their
vehicle. The Load management can be found in the main menu under Item 6 (Menu 6) and contains
the following information.
Load monitor

Remaining additive volume in

the storage container

Product Load:
>12345 < gal
------------------Additive Load:
100,00 gal

Trigger alarm on undercutting

Of the selected limit

Alarm at:
5.00 gal

Remaining volume in the chamber

Confirm with PRINT

Echo of entered value

gal
---

12345
Clear

---

Load Monitor

The entry field Product Load signifies the current remaining volume in the vehicle compartments.
Set the initial value just once after loading.

Then after each discharge the uncompensated discharge volume is subtracted

automatically.
You then obtain a quick overview of the current loading state, enabling you to decide
whether you can carry on with another delivery or whether you must refill the truck.

The remaining Load of additive is displayed in the central section of the display. The additive is
intended for an additive pump controlled by the Sening MultiFlow.
The field Warning at: enables you to define a minimum Load.
Here, you set the minimum value.
The additive Load is compared with the minimum volume before each discharge. If the level falls
below the limit, a warning is displayed:
WARNING Additive Load is almost completely used!
This alarm is given to prevent the system from running empty, which would involve a refilling
procedure.
You can deactivate the alarm by setting the minimum volume to zero.

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5.9 Product Transfer / Self Loading

Since version 3.15 the Sening MultiFlow offers the option of recording and logging product transfer
resp. self loading to compartments of a tank truck. Doing this, the path selection (parameter 3.1.8.1,
see chapter 0) has to be set to control type no. 5.
Product Transfer or Self Loading is indicated to the Sening MultiFlow by activating the Sening
MultiFlow input S4 before entering a preset for the discharge. Usually, the Input S4 is connected to
an interlock of the filling couplings.
To distinguish Product Transfer and Self Loading, the selected hose is considered:
State of S4

Selected Hose Operating Mode

OFF

Wet Hose

Normal delivery via wet hose

OFF

Dry Hose

Normal delivery via dry hose

ON

Wet Hose

Product Transfer via wet hose

ON

Dry Hose

Self loading via dry hose

The following points have to be taken under consideration for Product Transfer / Self Loading:

It is impossible to select and deliver additivated products.

If form element No. 20 is used, receipts will automatically have a corresponding head line (see
chapter 0).

Receipts for Product Transfer / Self Loading may include an additional text which states that
this receipt is only for internal use and may not be used for trading:
Only for internal use,
Not Authorized for Trade Use!
This text is stored in the new form element No. 31 (see chapter 0).

After carrying out a Product Transfer / Self Loading, no further products can be added to the
batch; the receipt will be printed immediately.

Product Transfer means a product is pumped from one compartment of a tank truck into
another of the same truck. Possible applications are:

Combine the remaining volumes of two compartments containing the same product
Draining of the system (pump, meter, valves, hose, etc.) into a slop tank while filling the
system with a different product.
To carry out a Self Loading, the suction side (inlet) of the pump has to be connected
to the depot (additional trailer, storage tank, etc.) while the outlet of the meter has to
be connected to the filling coupling of the tank truck compartment via the dry hose.

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6 Product Definition
The factory settings already include a number of predefined products. They are located in the
product register under the position stated in the following table as (No.).
No.

PTBCode

11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19

1
2
3
5
6
7
8
9
12

Remark:

Name
Heating Oil
Diesel
Unleaded
Super-Unleaded (98)
4-Star
Kerosene
Jet Fuel
Bio Fuel Oil
Heating Oil +

Unit Density
gal
gal
gal
gal
gal
gal
gal
gal
gal

846
836
741
749
753
807
801
831
846

Price
Factor

0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00

100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100

Programmed calculation for final cost:[$}

Cost[$] =

DeliveredAmount[Gal] * Price [$]

Factor [Gal]

6.1 Define a New Product

Press function key <F3> to call the configuration menu.
To define a new product, select Product Page 3.5. Here you can define 10
products within each of the 3 product pages. The allocation of the products is
selectable. Packed products and liquid products or surcharges or services can
be defined on the same product page.

Example:

A packed product with the name Burny, container size 1gal, is to be defined
with a price of $25.00 on Product Page 2.

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Product Page 2 is selected with key <2>.

A product name which is not assigned and labelled Disabled is selected
by pressing the corresponding key
or by using the keys <F1> Up or <F2> Down.
Product List
Number of Selection Window
Product Name

Selection: 352
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0

Function Key Assignment

Additive (1 gal)
Additive
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Up

Down

---

Product List

First, you define the product name by pressing key <1>.

Product Setup
Number of Selection Window
Product Description

Function Key Assignment

Selection: 3522
1
2
3
4
5
6

Product Name
P r o d u c t Ty p e
W&M Code
Delivery Unit
Use Add. Injector
Default Price

Up

Down

---

Product Setup

Press key <F1> Change. Now you can enter the text, in this example
Burny using the keypad.
Press key <1> twice. The letter B appears.
Press function key <F1> to set the entry of the letter to lowercase.

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....

Press key <7> 3 times. Then a lowercase u appears after the letter B in the
text window.
Continue the procedure until the complete product name has been entered.
Confirm the entered name by pressing <PRINT>.
Next you define the product type. A packed product is involved here.
With key <4> you select Packed Product, after which the display
automatically returns to the start menu.
With key <3> you select the W&M code. Since a container is involved here,
0(zero) must be entered.

The next step is to define the default price. The net price is entered with key
<6> followed by key <1>.
Confirm the entered price by pressing <PRINT>.
The price factor indicates the quantity factor. In this example the price refers
to one piece so a price factor of 1 is entered.

Confirm the entered price factor by pressing <PRINT>.

Finally, you define the tax rate.
see Section 8.3.1.4
Confirm the entered tax rate by pressing <PRINT>.
You can disregard Point 7 Temp. compensation. This point is only active for
liquid products discharged through the flow meter.

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6.2 Additive Dispensing

6.2.1 Selecting a New Product
When using an additive pump, the injection point of the additive into the product flow is an
important factor.
If additive dispensing takes place before the measuring system, the product including the
additive is measured. In this case the additive is not indicated on the receipts. The difference to
a product without additive is shown by a changed name (and price).
In contrast, with additive dispensing after the measuring system, the additive is shown in
addition to the main product (e.g. heating oil). However, in this case it is necessary to have the
additive pump accepted by the W & M office. This is not required when injection takes place
before the measuring system.
Call the configuration menu with function key <F3>.
Select menu 3.3.3 by pressing key <3> three times.

This gives you access to the options for the additive dispensing device.

Frequency of
the Strokes

The Sening additive pump is a piston pump which regularly discharges full
strokes into the product flow. The frequency of the strokes is given by the
desired mixing ratio, product flow rate and the capacity of the piston pump.

Press key <1>.

The parameter Piston capacity is called.

The capacity of the Sening additive pump is approx. 50 m.
Confirm the capacity value with <Enter>.
Define the meter factor of the additive pump with key <2>.
This factor is mandatory only when the additive dispensing is subject to W & M inspection
(see next parameter).

Meter Factor

The piston capacity is determined during the preliminary testing of the

pump and is included with the device. However, since the volume can only
be quoted as an integer, the meter factor is required for fine adjustment.
The meter factor is calculated from the division of the volume VStd
(Parameter 3.3.3.1, Piston capacity) by VPC (preliminary certificate).
The default (neutral value) is 1.0.

Confirm the value with <Enter>.

Press key <3>.

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The injection point at which the additive is discharged into the product flow is now defined:

Injection point
selection:

0:
1:
2:

No additive dispensing.
Additive dispensing before the measuring system.
Additive dispensing after the measuring system.

Define the hose volume with key <4>.

This volume states how much product is taken up by the measuring system and the wet
hose.
Hose Volume

This volume is required to terminate the additive dispensing before the

preselected amount is reached.
Thus the hose is flushed with pure product at the end and no additive
remains in the system.

Confirm the value with <Enter>.

The parameter External filling level is not currently supported.
Call the parameter Pump cycle time with key <6>.
This time period specifies the maximum time which the additive pump needs for going
through a pump cycle.
Pump Cycle

If the cycle is not terminated in the stated time, then the discharge stops
and an error message is produced.
The default figure is 6000 msec.

The parameters Piston initial position and Piston end position state the
time for which the piston is to dwell at the corresponding positions so that
the suction and discharge functions are ensured.
The default value is 80 msec.

6.2.2 Defining the Additive / Product Containing Additive

When defining the required products, consideration should be given to the fact that the set
types of product are defined in the product registers through the device sealing procedure.
This prevents a product subject to W & M inspection from being converted into one that is
not subject to W & M inspection after calibration.
This means that at least the main information about the products must be defined before
calibration.
For calibration this means that even when injection takes place before the measuring system
(not subject to W & M inspection), a register of the type Additive (pump) must be created to
enable additive dispensing at a later point.
The configuration menu is called with the function key <F3>.
To define a new product select Product Page 3.5.

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Here ten products can be defined within each of the three product pages. The allocation of
the products is selectable. Packed products and liquid products or even surcharges or
services can be defined on the same product page.
Example:

An additive with the name Burny, a mixing ratio of 1:2000 and a price of
$25.00 per liter is to be defined on Product Page 2.
The price of the additive is only used if injection takes place after the
measuring system or if a container is involved.
Product Page 2 is selected with the key <2>.
Product List
Number of Selection Window
Product Name

Selection: 352
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0

Function Key Assignment

Disabled

Additive
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Disabled
Up

Down

---

A product name not yet assigned is identified by Disabled. You can select
same by pressing the corresponding key or by using the key <F1> Up
or <F2> Down.
Additive
Number of Selection Window
Product Description

Function Key Assignment

44

Selection: 3521
1
2
3
4
5
6

Product Name
P r o d u c t Ty p e
W&M Code
Delivery Unit
Use Add. Injector
Default Price

Up

Down

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First, define the product name by pressing key <1>.

Press key <F1> Change and then enter the text, in this case Burny, using
the keypad.
For operation in a multilingual environment the name can be defined in three
languages (key <F3>).
Press key <1> 2 times. The letter B appears in the text window.
With function key <F1> the letter entry is set to lowercase.
......

Press key <7> 3 times. Then a small u appears after the letter B in the text
window. Continue the procedure until the complete product name has been
entered.
The name is accepted into the Sening MultiFlow with key <PRINT>.
Next, the product type (key <2>) must be defined. This product is an additive
which is to be dispensed through the pump.
Select Additive with key <3>.
Operation then automatically returns to the start menu.
The W&M code can be selected with key <3>. Since an additive is involved
here, 20 is entered.
(Entry only required for additive dispensing after the measuring system).
The selected unit is accepted with <Enter>.
The entry of litres () is also possible as an alternative.
With key <5> you call the additive dispensing parameters.
Under point <3> you enter the mixing ratio.

Example:

For additive dispensing of 1:2000, 2000 must be entered.

The selected mixing ratio is accepted with <Enter>.
The additive options are left with <Stop>.
The next step is to define the default price. With key <6> and the key <1>
you enter the price.
The price is accepted into the Sening MultiFlow with <Print>.
Take note of Parameter 3.1.4.0 for differentiating between net and gross!
The additive price is only used if injection takes place after the measuring
system.

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The price factor indicates the quantity factor. In our case the price refers to
1000 m, so 1000 is entered as the price factor.
The price factor is accepted into the Sening MultiFlow with <Print>.
Finally, the tax rate must be defined.
see Section 8.3.1.4
The tax rate is accepted into the Sening MultiFlow with <Print>.
Point 7 Temperature compensation not considered. This point is active only
for liquid products discharged through the flow meter.

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6.2.3 Defining the Additive Use

+
Example:

In addition to the additive definition, the use of the additive must be entered for
the measured product.
To select the product, go to Product Page 3.5 again.

The product Heating oil is to be dispensed. The general parameters have

already been defined as the ninth entry on the first product page.
Select Product Page 1 with key <1>.
Select Heating oil + by pressing the corresponding key (<9>) or by using key
<F1> Up or <F2> Down and <Enter>.
Call the additive dispensing parameters with key <5>.
Here, the additive dispensing can be activated under point <1>.
Set this entry to <1> Yes.
Call the additive selection with key <2>. Here the product register number for
the desired additive is inserted.

Example:

Burny on Product Page 2 at position 2 gives the register number 22.

When discharging Heating oil +, the additive Burny will now be
automatically mixed at a ratio of 1/2000.
The additive options are left with <Stop>.
The next step is to define the default price. You enter the price by pressing
keys <6> and <1>.
The price is accepted into the Sening MultiFlow with <Print>.
Take note of Parameter 3.1.4.0 for differentiating between net and gross!
The price of the product including additive (for injection before the measuring
system) must include the additive price.
The price factor indicates the quantity factor.

With liquid products the price normally refers to 100 litres, so the unit litres
and the factor 100 must be selected.
The price factor is accepted into the Sening MultiFlow with <Print>.
Finally, the tax rate must be defined.
see Section 8.3.1.4
The tax rate is accepted into the Sening MultiFlow with <Print>.

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6.3 Product Deactivation

Since metering equipment is usually specific to certain product groups, some of the products
installed in the factory settings must be deactivated (see Section 6 ).
Deactivated products do not appear on a print-out of the parameter list and also
cannot be selected by the operator for a drop. No calibration of these products is
therefore required!

Number of Selection
Product Description

Function Key Assignment

Heating Oil+
Selection: 3519
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Product Name
P r o d u c t Ty p e
W&M Code
Delivery Unit
Use Add. Injector
Default Price

Up

Down

---

In order to deactivate the product heating oil+ first select the parameter index
3.5.1.9. By pressing the key <2> access to the type of product is obtained.

Number of Selection

Product Type
Selection: 35192
1 Disabled
2 Liquid Product
3 Additive (Pump)
4 Packed Goods

Function Key Assignment

Up

Down

---

Actuate key <1> to deactivate the selected product.

NOTE

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Only after closing the parameter menu and recalling the product register (3.5.1)
is the product presented as Not active.

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6

W&M Calibration

7.1 Calibrating the measuring system

The Sening MultiFlow supports the calibration of the measuring system using a special routine
(service menu). Before calibration you must define the basic parameters of the product (see Chapter
6):

W&M code, Parameter 3.5.n.n.3

Product name, Parameter 3.5.n.n.1
Product type, Parameter 3.5.n.n.2 (2 = liquid product)
Date and time, Parameter 1.2 (for the log)
The marker n.n determines the product or register number of the product that is to be
calibrated.

After the calibration function has been selected (in the SERVICE menu 4.2 Calibration), the
calibration accuracy is automatically selected (ten times the resolution for standard delivery).

The normal delivery screen appears (see below) in which the product to be calibrated is
selected.
Delivery Preset
------------------Prod. Code: >11<
Heating Oil
Preset Volume, if required A m o u n t : 0 . 0 g a l

------------------Wet Hose
Continue with ENTER

PNo:
Function Key Assignment

---

Clear

11
---

Normally, entry of the preset volume is not used.

In this case the discharge is terminated with the <Stop> key when the calibration
vessel is full.
During discharge in the calibration mode, no volume correction is carried out. Any
meter factors already defined and the temperature compensation are disabled

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Once the discharge is finished, you can read the actual discharged volume on the
calibration vessel.
Enter this volume into the Sening MultiFlow as the target volume.

Sening MultiFlow automatically calculates the meter factor and places the two volumes
(Target and Actual) in the display below for comparison.
Calibrate
Is: 1001.7 gal
Ta r g e t : 1 0 1 2 . 4 g a l
Factor : 1.010682
at: 593 gal/min
Te m p : 6 0 F
------------------Factor
Rate
(1) 0.987654
200
Correction Table ( 2 ) 0 . 9 9 1 2 3 4
400
(3) 1.010682 >600<
(4) 1.000000
0
------------------GV:
1001.7 gal
Volume based on
1001.7 gal
Old Meter Factor G S T 1 5 :
--Clear
---

Volume Established by Sening MultiFlow

Volume established by Calibration Vessel
Calculated Meter Factor

The actual volume displayed on the Sening MultiFlow is always a raw volume.
This means that it is not affected by meter factors nor by temperature
compensation.

Check the meter factor used by verifying the volume figure in the lower section of
the display, because this value is based on the meter factors defined before the
discharge.
You can bring the meter slightly to the positive or negative by slightly varying the target
value (volume measured by the calibration vessel) upon entry.
The following example explains this procedure.
Check Meter Factor Curves
The meter factor curve must be entered with the flow rates in ascending order to operate
correctly. A check will be added to verify the rates are correctly entered.
Example:
The Sening MultiFlow display shows exactly 1000.0 , and a volume of 1000.0 was measured
by the calibration vessel. Due to measurements already taken, the figure displayed by the Sening
MultiFlow is to be moved slightly to the positive. To do this, you do not enter the Actual volume
to define he target volume (measurement from the calibration vessel), but a slightly higher value
instead.

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If, for example, 1010.0 (see table) is entered, then a meter factor of about 1.01 (positive offset)
is produced, i.e. with this meter factor a volume larger by a factor 1.01 is displayed at the next
discharge of the same volume.
In the reverse case, i.e. the counter is to be offset slightly to the negative, a target value of 990.0
must be entered, respectively. At the next discharge, the actual measured volume is displayed
reduced by the factor 0.99.
Examples for positive and negative offsets:
MultiFlow (ACTUAL)

MultiFlow (TARGET)

Meter Factor

1000.0

1010.0

1.010000

1000.0

1000.0

1.000000

1000.0

990.0

0.990000

Normally, only the target figure can be changed when making entries. The actual value is always
found by the Sening MultiFlow. The same applies to the other values, e.g. the mean flow.
The meter factor is computed in the Sening MultiFlow according to the following formula:
Vtarget
Meter Factor =
Vactual
You can now insert the correction value into the correction table using the displayed mean flow
rate.
Where compensation is dependent on the flow, you enter the different flow rates at which the
meter factor has been found, into the correction table together with the respective meter factor.
If only one meter factor is to be used over the complete flow range (which is the normal case),
then the maximum flow rate of the meter must be entered as the flow rate. Correspondingly, the
meter factor found must be entered under Factor. All other flow rates must be set to zero.
After you have terminated the calibration by pressing the key <PRINT>, the original settings
(compensation) are activated again, and the new correction table is saved in the product register.
In addition, the Sening MultiFlow offers a printout of a calibration log consisting of an expanded
delivery note and an extract from the parameter list (i.e. the relevant product register).

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7.2 Electronic W & M seal (soft seal)

The electronic W & M seal is used for monitoring the calibration status of the Sening MultiFlow.

The values found as well as the version number and the date of the last calibration are displayed
(Display seal) or printed out (Print seal).

The value of the event counter is displayed as Reference.

On calling the seal status (Menu 4.1.1), the device checks the checksum over the protected
program sections and the status of the non-resettable event counter (Reference).

Seal Status
:23.08.2001
Time when the last D a t e
11:50
seal took place
Serial Number S e r . N o : 1 8 - A B - 0 0 3 4
Device Number 1D1 e 5v 0i c e : 1 9 - C D - 0 0 3 4
:PI-LD 824
Device Name N a m e
Event Counters:
Config :000791
Cal.
:000031
3.33 [3.33] NA
Seal Status S e a l b r o k e n !
Program Information V e r s i o n :
05280A78
:Smith
Identification of W&M Official B y
Print
----Configuration Event Counter
Calibration Event Counter

If the displayed data does not match those in the W & M documentation, then the W & M seal has
been broken. A check of the parameters and setting of the W & M seal by an authorized person is
required.
When at least one change is made to any of the meter factors, the Calibration Event Counter will
be incremented. When at least one change is made to any other W&M controlled parameter, the
Configuration Event Counter will be incremented.
Delivery operations are not possible while the seal is broken.
Delivery
Heating Oil
Preset:
5500 gal
--------------------

150
Seal Status -->

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Compensated
gal
to 60 F
-------------------Wet Hose
Seal broken!
Average
70 F
VT
32.0gal
V15
32.5gal
---->>

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Parameters which are subject to W & M protection can only be changed after breaking the physical
and electronic W & M seal
The housing (of the operator unit) must be opened and a plug-in jumper must
be adjusted (c.f. Section 0) to break the electronic seal.
This operation gives access to all parameters, however the electronic seal will
be automatically broken.
For calibration or recalibration the function Restore seal (Menu 4.1.4) is called. Here the event
counter(s) are incremented if necessary and the current date and the version number found. Then
the new checksum is formed. All these data are saved in the electronic seal, displayed and printed
out.
Seal Status
Time when the
Last seal took place
Serial Number
Device Number
Device Name (Ser.No. of
Measurement unit)
Identification of W&M Official
Seal Status

Date

:23.08.2001
11:50

Ser.No :18-AB-0034
Device :19-CD-0034
Name
:PI-LD 824
By

:*A275*

Seal broken !
Ve r s i o n : 3 . 3 3 [ 3 . 3 3 ] N A
05280A78
Program Information
Reference:*000086*
Print
-----

The entry of an additional password (Parameter 3.1.3) is required to protect the electronic W & M
seal.
An erroneous entry of the password leads to a record in the log book.
Each time the password is entered incorrectly, the waiting period is extended
(1, 15, 60 min) before a new entry becomes possible.
Restoration of the electronic W & M seal must only be carried out under the
supervision of a W & M inspector or an approved maintenance person!
To prevent abuse, the passwords set at the factory, especially the seal password
should be changed during the initial operation. Write them in the measurement
system certificate.
The new data (printout) is finally accepted into the W & M documentation. The device is now
calibrated again.
In order to change the system date and time the W&M seal has to be broken!
Therefore, it is essential to set the date before concluding the calibration.

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An example of a printout of the W & M seal is given in the Chapter 0.

7.2.1 Setting of the plug-in jumper

In some cases parameters under W&M control have to be changed. The W & M seal must be
broken manually. Therefore, a jumper has been installed in the operating device of the Sening
MultiFlow. The Jumper is located inside the operating device at the backside of the keypad and
display board. This means it can be easily reached even with AI installations (area subject to
explosion hazards).
First switch off the unit and set the plug-in bridge into the central position. Then switch the unit
on again.
Before opening the housing and moving the jumper the lead seal must be removed.
With AI installations, the jumper is placed in intrinsically save circuits. Thereby you
may open the housing even when the device is operational.
To obtain access to sealed parameters the plug-in contact (jumper) must be inserted in the
middle position.
If the jumper is inserted in one of the outer positions, the jumper has no function
(park position).
The Sening MultiFlow protective mechanisms are rendered inoperative by setting the jumper. The
operator obtains access to all parameters. It will be automatically detected that the soft seal has
been broken (Warning displayed).

The electronic seal has been permanently broken and has to be renewed.
It is not possible to reset the electronic seal without first removing the jumper.
If this is attempted, the operator is requested to remove the Seal switch.

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7.3 Print-out of electronic W & M seal (example Original Form DOK-386E)

Electronic Weights &

Measures Seal

W&M Seal
Serial Number
Device Number
Meter Name
Personnel ID

:
:
:
:

16DF0086
52523737
Truck-5
999999

as Appendix to
Measurement System Certificate
Internal state type approval

Report Date
: 20.07.2005 15:19
--------------------------------------Seal Status
*Seal Date
*Version

: 21.06.2005 15:15
: 3.31[3.30]NA

5.602
97.10
MultiFlow
The seal was produced by:

049C1806
Event Counters
Config
:
Cal.
Sealed by

000015
: 000002
: SMITH
:*M-044-C*

Signature and identification of official:

Sealed by
--------------------------------------The seal is approved!
---------------------------------------

It is essential to observe the following instructions when

checking the seal status:
The seal is not violated by the inspection.
The Seal Report shown at left can be printed with
either of the following key sequences:
o Power-Up Screen<F1>(W&M)<F1>(Print)
o Power-Up ScreenMenu4(Service)1(Soft
Seal)2(Print Seal)
The code number in the Seal status area on the copy
and on the original must match (double-sized
printing).
The text under the code number must read:
The seal is approved!
If the details do not match, the seal has been broken.
Appropriate action must be initiated.
IMPORTANT:
Illegal modification of the W & M data or
the W & M seal is a punishable offense!

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Configuration of the Sening MultiFlow (Function key <F3>)

The main menu is reached via function key <F3> in the start screen, and enables the configuration
of the Sening MultiFlow. It contains the product parameters as well as settings for the display, printer
and the sensors.
Main Menu
Selection
1
2
3
4
5
6

Display Config.
G r a n d To t a l s
Parameter List
Service
Logon
Load monitor

Up

Down

---

Selection Menu on Pressing the Key <F3>

All entries in the menu can be viewed almost without any restriction. Changes, however, are only
possible with restrictions, as in particular for the parameter list various access rights have been
defined, such as Driver, Master or Calibrate.
Only settings in the Driver group can be changed at any time. A security query is made with all the
others.
Parameters in the groups Master and Calibrate require master access, i.e. the operator must
identify himself as a master by entering a password.
With erroneous entry of the password (master code), an entry is made in the log
book. Each time the password is entered incorrectly, the waiting period is
extended (1, 15, 60 min) before a new entry becomes possible. In case of
emergency the device can be opened and a jumper plugged onto the center
contact visible beneath the plug. The entry of the passwords can be bypassed in
this way.

When parameters in the Calibrate group are changed, the non-resettable

Calibration Event counter is automatically incremented. Please also refer to
Chapter 7.2, Electronic W & M seal (soft seal).

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8.1 Display Configuration

Seal

Factory
Setting

M/ Cal

0/x

Users Language

Customers Lang.

Seal

0/x

No.

Name

1.1

Contrast

1.2

Date and Time

1.3
1.4

Meaning
Display contrast setting
Sets internal clock
IMPORTANT:
Date is subject to W & M restrictions!
Display language for menus, alarms and
reports
Display language for deliveries and receipts

8.2 Operating Data

No.

Name

Grand Totals

Factory
Setting

Meaning
Display of grand totals
Long-term and shift counters:

Sum of compensated volume in gal/liters (V0)

Sum of uncompensated volume in gal/liters
(VT)
Sum of masses in pounds/kg
Sum of measured additive in gal/liters

NOTE:

The day / shift counter can be

reset with function key F1.

8.2.1 Grand Totals

The day and overall total readings are displayed with the function Grand totals. The day total can
be reset with the function key <F1>, but the overall total readings cannot be reset.
Non-Resettable Totals
Daily/ Overall Sum
--------------------U n c o m p e n s. Vo l u m e
11778/
1289721
leakage
C o m p e n s a t e d Vo l .
12037/
1298025
Compens. Mass
10096/
1086890
To t a l A d d i t i v e s
0.00/
197.96
Reset

---

---

Display of Grand Totals

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8.3 Parameter List
The parameter menu contains several topics:
Parameter List
Selection: 3
Device No., Operation Options, W&M Restrictions
Transfer rate, FDW-Protocol
Pulse Inputs, Temp. Sensor, Additive Pump
Units, Price, Meter Factors

1
2
3
4
5
6

Device Settings
Printer Settings
Sensors
Form Description
Product Setup
Driver List

Up

Down

---

Parameter List: Menu 3

For additional information on the tables refer to Chapters 0 through 0.

The column designated No. gives the key combination with which the parameter designated in the
column Name is selected. If this number is entered in the main menu via the keypad, the
corresponding parameter is called and displayed automatically.
The column Seal gives the access rights and the function is described in more detail in the
column Meaning.
There are five different categories of parameters:
K

Priority

Meaning

Cal., EPROM

Highest security level;

device settings which are not saved on the parameter chip

Cal.

High security level due to additional checksum;

parameter transfer from the chip card only possible when seal is broken !

Master

High security level due to additional checksum;

parameter transfer from the chip card only possible when seal is broken !

Master

Medium security level

Driver

Lowest security level; parameters which are not saved on the chip card

Example:

After you have opened the main menu via key <F3> you select the parameter
Billing (see chapter 0) with the key sequence <3> <1> <4> <0>.
To change the setting master access is required (see indication M).
An example of a parameter list is given in Chapter 12.3.

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8.3.1 Device Settings
8.3.1.1 Device Number
8.3.1.2 Meter Designation
8.3.1.3 Seal Password
No.

Name

Seal

3.1.1

Device Number

Cal.

Factory
Setting
-

3.1.2

Meter Designation

Cal.

3.1.3

Seal Password

Cal.

123456

Seal

Factory
Setting

Meaning
This parameter should be assigned the
device ID (name-plate, see housing of
operating device).
This parameter is used for identifying the
measuring system. The designation is printed
on all delivery notes and reports.
Recommendation: Use the serial number of
the measuring chamber (name-plate).
Password protection for electronic W & M
seal.

8.3.1.4 Operating options

No.

Name

3.1.4
3.1.4.1

Operating Options
Operating Mode

3
3

3.1.4.2

Save display

3.1.4.3
3.1.4.3.1

Currency Options
Applicable Currency

3
3

3.1.4.3 2
3.1.4.3.3

Exchange Rate
Curr. Symbol Position

M
M

3
3

3.1.4.3.4
3.1.4.3.5
3.1.4.3.6
3.1.4.3.7

Currency Symbol A
Curr. Resolution A
Currency Symbol B
Curr. Resolution B
Resolution product
price

M
M
M
M
M

3
3
3
3
3

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Meaning

See details 0 / Page 61

0 (Standard) Selection of operating mode:
1 Standard, support of single and multiple
metering systems
15
The discharged volume is saved in the
display for the selected time in minutes.
Thereafter, the ready screen is displayed
again.
See details 0 / Page 62
0
Selection of applicable currency (A or B). All
(Currency A) preset prices, billing and driver input data are
computed in this currency.
Reference to the second can only be made
additionally at the end of the receipt/bill
(see EURO).
1.92573
Exchange rate between currencies A+B
0 (after)
Determines the position of the currency
symbol in printouts, i.e. before or after the
amount

Symbol used for currency A

2
Number of post-decimal places for curr. A
EUR
Symbol used for currency B
2
Number of post-decimal places for curr. B
5
Number of post-decimal places for product
prices

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Seal

Factory
Setting

Queries
Driver ID Query

0 (no)

3.1.4.5.2

Language Query

0 (no)

3.1.4.5.3

Customer ID Query

0 (no)

3.1.4.5.4

Customer Type Query

1 (yes)

3.1.4.5.5

Other Products

1 (yes)

3.1.4.5.6

Payment Mode

0 (no)

3.1.4.7

Customer ID Query

0 (no)

3.1.4.8
3.1.4.9

Add Surcharge
Default Surcharge

M
M

3
3

0 (no)
31

3.1.4.0
3.1.4.0.1

Billing
Billing

3.1.4.0.2
3.1.4.0.3

tax rate
Volume limit

No.

Name

3.1.4.5
3.1.4.5.1

1 (gross)

Meaning
See details 0 / Page 63
Activates the autom. driver logon (password
query) after switch-on.
Activates the autom. query for the customers
language before discharge.
Activates the customers ID query for
deliveries.
Activates the customer type query (business
or private) which determines whether prices
are net or gross.
When deactivated, the value of parameter
3.1.4.0.1 is considered automatically.
Activates the option to add several products
to a delivery (e.g. bulk goods).
When deactivated, only one product can be
delivered on one receipt.
Activates the payment mode query after
printing of invoices.
Activates the customers ID query for a
delivery.
Activates special surcharge on the receipt.
Product code for special surcharge (e.g.
transport duty). Default can be changed by
the user on site.
See details 0 / Page 65
Activates/deactivates the billing option (c.f.
also 3.1.4.5.4):
0:
no bill
1:
bill based on gross prices
(with tax incl.)
2:
bill based on net prices
(without tax)
see Section below (8.3.1.4)
Only for the English version of the program.
Activates volume limit.

8.3.1.4.0.1 Parameter Setting for Billing (NA and UK only)

Under the condition that billing is enabled (Parameter 3.1.4.0.1) the MultiFlow has to check if
heating oil has been delivered. In this case and if the given volume limit (Parameter 3.1.4.0.3)
has been exceeded the MultiFlow prompts the user to enter the customer type (see Chapter
11.2.1).
Only if none domestic is selected by the user MultiFlow will select the alternative
tax (Parameter 3.1.4.0.2) for presentation on the invoice.

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8.3.1.4.1 Customization (Control Options)

Customer and country-specific settings can be carried out in the menu point Control
Options.
Operation Options
Selection: 314
1 Operation Mode
2 Save Display
3 Currency
4(---)
5 Queries
6(---)
7(---)
8 Add Surcharge
9 Default Surcharge
0 Billing
Up

Down

---

Options for Customisation

The parameter Operation Mode is used to set up the MultiFlow for communication with an TMC
(Truck-Management-Computer) or OBC (On-Bord-Computer). The operation mode is set to Std
(Standard) by default. If no TMC or OBC is connected to the Sening MultiFlow, ensure the standard
operation mode is selected.
Under the option Save display you can define the length of time during which the discharged
amount is to remain in the display after termination of the discharge. The minimum display period
after which the screen is to be cleared is one minute and the maximum settable time is 99 minutes.
The parameter Currency opens a submenu explained more in detail in Chapter 0.
The parameter Queries opens a submenu explained more in detail in Chapter 0.
For some products a surcharge is applicable, e.g. transport duty. In order not to forget this amount, it
is automatically inserted into the invoice if Add surcharge is set to 1. Since the surcharge is
treated as a product, a product code must be defined for the duty. This product code is entered
under Default surcharge.
The parameter Billing opens a submenu explained more in detail in Chapter 0.

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8.3.1.4.2 Notes on the Second Currency

A new Parameter menu 3.1.4.3 (Currency) has been set up for the management of a second
currency (e.g. the EURO). The Parameter 3.1.4.4 (Currency resolution) has also been placed in
this list.
Currency
Selection: 3143
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Valid Currency
Exchange Rate
Symbol Position
Currency Symbol A
Currency Resol. A
Currency Symbol B
Currency Resol. B

Up

Down

---

Menu 3.1.4.3

See also Section 0, sum blocks.

8.3.1.4.2.1 Valid Currency

In Parameter menu 3.1.4.3 two currencies (A and B) can be described. The relevant currency
(A or B), in which all prices are saved internally (product register, log book, intermediate sums,
operator entries, etc.), is determined via the Parameter 3.1.4.3.1. The conversion is made according
to the exchange rate saved under Parameter 3.1.4.3.2.

8.3.1.4.2.2 Conversion Factor

The Parameter 3.1.4.3.2 (Exchange rate) has been introduced to enable conversion between the
currencies A and B.
Either:
B=A/K
(A is the valid currency)
or
A=B*K
(B is the valid currency)
A: Currency A
B: Currency B
K: Exchange rate
Example:

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B = EUR
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8.3.1.4.2.3 Currency Symbol Before Amount
In some countries the currency symbol is placed after the amount (e.g. Germany and countries
using Euro). This can be set via the Parameter 3.1.4.3.3 (Position symbol).

8.3.1.4.2.4 Currency Resolution / Rounding Rules

Some currencies do not have sub-units such as pfennigs in Germany. With these currencies, (e.g.
Italian lira) no decimal places occur in the amounts.
The Parameter Currency resolution enables these facts to be taken into account when configuring
the Sening MultiFlow. The parameter states how many decimal places are to be taken into account
in representing the amounts.

8.3.1.4.3 Notes on Query Options

The Sening MultiFlow supports a range of optional queries which enable the operator to adapt the
program sequence to his daily routine.
Queries
Selection: 3145
1
2
3
4
5
6

Driver ID Query
Language Query
Customer ID Query
C u s t . Ty p e Q u e r y
Add Products Query
Payment Mode

Up

Down

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Menu 3.1.4.5

If the driver number is to be always queried after switching on the Sening MultiFlow, then the
parameter Driver no. query must be set to 1. Querying the driver number is practicable if different
drivers drive a vehicle. The driver number is then used, for example, to control the printout of the
name on the ticket and an unambiguous assignment of the deliveries can be made to each driver.
In some countries various languages are spoken depending on the area. To output the ticket in a
language different from the operating language, the parameter Language query must be set to 1.
Before each printout a query is made of which language is to be used for the printout.
For some applications it is useful to always give the customer number on the ticket so that later
unambiguous assignment of the delivery to a customer can be guaranteed. If Customer no. query
is set to 1, then a customer number must always be entered.
The enabling of the query for further products enables a number of products to be summarized on
one delivery note
If the parameter 3.1.5.2 (number of drops) stands at 1, only one metered
product can be recorded per delivery note.

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If an invoice is printed out after discharge a query can then be displayed after the invoice print-out in
which an entry can be made whether and how the invoice has been paid. For this purpose set the
payment mode to 1.

8.3.1.4.4 Customer Type Query

The query of the Customer type gives the operator the option of deciding between two customer
groups (assuming this has been activated with Parameter 3.1.4.5.4):

Domestic Private customers (billing is based on gross prices).

Non Domestic Commercial customers (billing is based on net prices).
If the query of the customer type has not been activated (Parameter 3.1.4.5.4),
the setting of Parameter 3.1.4.0.1 (billing) occurs automatically.

The enabling of the query of Other products enables the operator to combine a number of products
on one delivery note.
If the Parameter 3.1.5.2 (No. of discharges) is set to 1, only one measured
product can be recorded per delivery note.

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8.3.1.4.5 Payment mode query
The payment mode query is activated by Parameter 3.1.4.5.6 and takes place after the invoice print-out.
The following selection is displayed here:
Payment mode
Selection:
1 No payment
2 Cash payment
3 Check
4 Credit card
5 Direct debit
Forward Back

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The selection made by the operator is saved in the internal logbook together with the discharge
information and appears in the print-out of the detailed trip report (see Section 0). Information on the
payment is also included if the trip data is saved on the chip card.

8.3.1.4.6 Notes on Billing

If there is the opportunity to present a bill in addition to the delivery note, the billing parameter is set
at 1 (for a gross statement) or 2 (for a net statement).
With the setting 0 only delivery notes are printed. The query re the desired type of
documentation that is otherwise made before printout of a document, is absent in
this case.

The parameter 3.1.4.5.4 customer type query enables after each drop a switch
between gross statement (private customers) and net statement (business
customers) (see Section 0).

In Great Britain there are different rates of tax when invoicing business customers
for heating oil. Since these regulations are not applicable in Germany the
parameters 3.1.4.0.2 and 3.1.4.0.3 only have a function in the NA and UK
program version.

8.3.1.4.6.1 Expand the Tax Facility

In the table below, the Product Parameter type is the directory the user is able to include which taxes
are included with each product. The System Parameter is the directory that the user defines up to a
maximum of 4 taxes.
The current tax facilities will be augmented to include excise tax capability (tax per unit). This pertains
to the following parameters:

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Parameter Number
Parameter Type
Description
3.5.X.X.6.3.1
Product
Selects taxes to apply.
3.5.X.X.6.3.2
Currently allows a percentage
only.
3.5.X.X.6.3.3
3.5.X.X.6.3.4
3.1.4.0.4.1
System
Tax #1 percentage
3.1.4.0.4.2
System
Tax #1 per unit
3.1.4.0.4.3
System
Tax #1 label
3.1.4.0.5.1
System
Tax #2 percentage
3.1.4.0.5.2
System
Tax #2 per unit
3.1.4.0.5.3
System
Tax #2 label
3.1.4.0.6.1
System
Tax #3 percentage
3.1.4.0.7.2
System
Tax #3 per unit
3.1.4.0.7.3
System
Tax #3 label
3.1.4.0.8.1
System
Tax #4 percentage
3.1.4.0.8.2
System
Tax #4 per unit
3.1.4.0.8.3
System
Tax #4 label
Again, this will allow for up to 4 taxes to be defined. Either the percentage OR the per unit amount
would be non-zero. In the cases where both are non-zero, the percentage would be made available to
be printed on the ticket.

8.3.1.4.7 Parameter Settings for Billing (NA and UK only)

Under the condition that billing is enabled (Parameter 3.1.4.0.1) the Sening MultiFlow has to check if
heating oil has been delivered. In this case and if the given volume limit (Parameter 3.1.4.0.3) has
been exceeded the Sening MultiFlow prompts the user to enter the customer type (see chapter
11.2.1).
Only if none domestic is selected by the user the Sening MultiFlow will select the
alternative tax (Parameter 3.1.4.0.2) for presentation on the invoice.

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8.3.1.5 W & M Restrictions

No.

Name

Seal

Factory
Settings

3.1.5
3.1.5.1

W&M
Restriction
Volume Resolution

Cal.

3.1.5.2

No. of Discharges

Cal.

3.1.5.3

Minimum Preset

Cal.

3.1.5.4

Minimum Layout

Cal.

3.1.5.5

Price Correction

Cal.

3.1.5.6
3.1.5.7

Decimal Separator
System Units

Cal.
Cal.

1
1

3.1.5.8

Flushing Volume

Cal.

3.1.5.9

Force Delivery
Stop

Cal.

3.1.5.10

MFAC Check

Cal.

Seal

Meaning

Volume division: Number of post-decimal

places on volume display.
1
Maximum number of discharges per
receipt.
200
Minimum default volume for discharge
(Litres)
(200 times volume division)
2,3,(11:12) Minimum requirement from W&M for bill /
,25
delivery receipt
1 (yes)
Determines whether the retrospective
modification of prices is permitted with
products acquired by measurement.
1 (,)
Separator for decimal places: . or ,
1(gal)
Selects metric or US units for volume,
temperature, mass, and density .
0 (Litres) Minimum default amount after a change of
product (due to product contamination) in
litres). Gives receipt according to W & M
regulations.
0 (inactive) Determines the time after which a delivery
is automatically terminated when no flow is
recognized.
0
Function inactive
1-99
Time limit in minutes
0 (No)
Enables check of difference between meter
factors as defined by Canadian W&M

8.3.1.6 CAN-Bus (global)

Factory
Setting

No.

Name

3.1.6

Global CAN Bus

3.1.6.1

Global Node No.

3.1.6.2

CAN-Termination

1 (yes)

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Meaning
Changes on CAN Bus parameters
effect only after restart.
Node number (address) of the Sening
MultiFlow when several devices are
linked to one external CAN Bus.
0 No CAN communication
1 Node no. of the first Sening
MultiFlow. Controls the printer
(standard mode).
2-31 Node no. of the subordinate
devices
Controls the electronic termination of
the CAN Bus. Must be activated for the
first or last device at the CAN-bus, e.g.
TMC or second Sening MultiFlow.

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No.

Name

3.1.6.3

OBC node

3.1.6.4

Remote
operation
Use remote
operation
Remote operation
node

3.1.6.4.1
3.1.6.4.2

3.1.6.5

3.1.6.5.1

Overfill
prevention at the
service station
Transmission
interval

Seal

Factory
Setting
0

0 (no)

18
(sec/10)

3.1.6.5.2

OP node

3.1.6.6

Dead mans
switch
Use dead man

0 (no)

3.1.6.6.1
3.1.6.6.2

Transmission
interval

18
(sec/10)

3.1.6.6.3

Dead man node

Seal

Factory
Setting

Meaning
Node number of the TMC or on-board
computer, if this has been activated
under 3.1.4.1 operating mode.

Activation of the remote operation

option
Node number of the base station of the
remote operation, if this has been
activated.

Repeat rate of the overfill prevention

signal. If the signal fails the drop is
terminated with an OP error.
Node number of the base station of the
overfill prevention if this has been
activated under 3.1.8.8.

Activation of the optional driver

attention monitoring device.
Repeat rate of the attention signal. If
the signal fails the drop is terminated
with a dead man error.
Node number of the base station of the
monitoring device, if the latter has been
activated.

8.3.1.7 CAN-Bus (local)

No.

Name

3.1.7

Local CAN Bus

3.1.7.1

Internal Node No.

3.1.7.2

Display No. 1

3.1.7.3

Display No. 2

Meaning

ATTENTION: The settings for a local

(internal) CAN Bus cannot be altered
until further notice.
0
Node number of the main board on the
internal CAN Bus.
1
Node number of the first display on the
internal CAN Bus.
0 (inactive) Node number of the second display on
the internal CAN Bus.

Changes on the CAN Bus parameters will take effect after restarting the system.

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8.3.1.7.1 Notes on the CAN Bus Connection
The CAN Bus enables the connection of additional devices (e.g. other Sening MultiFlows or a
TMC truck management computer) to the devices using the CAN Bus for communicating
between one another.
In order to ensure trouble-free communications on the CAN Bus, the CAN Bus must be terminated.
This means that termination resistances must be set electronically at both ends of the line.

Device 2

Device 3

without
termination

without
termination

Device 1

Device 4

with
termination

with
termination

Termination CAN-Bus
The Parameter 3.1.6.2 CAN termination tells a Sening MultiFlow whether the termination is to be
activated (1 = Yes) or not (0 = No). I.E. the Sening MultiFlow is informed whether the device is the
first or last on the CAN Bus (termination has to be activated!).

8.3.1.7.1.1 Dual Measuring System

With the use of dual or multiple measuring systems several Sening MultiFlows can share one printer. It
must be ensured internally that only one Sening MultiFlow has access to the printer at any one time.
To fulfil this requirement, one of the Sening MultiFlows must grant printing rights to the other devices.
This Master Sening MultiFlow is always attributed the node number 1 (Parameter 3.1.6.1). All other
Sening MultiFlows should be numbered in increasing sequence.
If the node number 0 is used, no CAN functions are activated. Communication
with the device is not possible.

8.3.1.7.1.2 TMC / OBC operation

With the use of a TMC or OBC gateway the CAN Bus is used for communication between the Sening
MultiFlow and the selected device. To activate the CAN Bus a value greater than 0 must be entered in
parameter 3.1.6.1 (global node number). Normally the measurement units receive node numbers in a
increasing sequence, beginning with 1.
To differentiate between the various ways of working the desired operating mode is selected in
parameter 3.1.4.1:
0 Sening MultiFlow without OBC or TMC (also multiple measurement system)
1 TMC operation
2 OBC operation
When using a TMC/OBC the Sening MultiFlow with the node number 1
automatically transfers the printer administration to the TMC or OBC gateway.

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The OBC gateway works in accordance with the EMIS specification (European
Multiple Interface System) from Sening, and is therefore designated as an EMIS
gateway. Documentation is available on request.
In the OBC and TMC operating mode a particular format is used for the form: a drop that has been
carried out is recorded as a single original documentation line.
In the TMC operating mode the configuration of the original documentation line
is explicitly prescribed by the program. No particular definition of the form is
required.
In the OBC operating mode the record line is defined using the form layout
functions available. These provide opportunities for individual adjustment. The
more stringent requirements for presentation of information that result are
satisfied by the offer of additional form modules (see Section 0).

When a TMC is combined with one or more measurement systems the TMC is
always the first unit on the CAN Bus (thus it is the unit with the CAN termination).
A CAN termination must similarly be set for the last Sening MultiFlow in the chain
only.
None of the other terminations must be activated!

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8.3.1.7.1.3 Setting up a RF base station (remote operation)

The Multi-Control package from FMC Technologies comprises the following components - base
station, handheld controller with display, start/stop function and dead mans key, and also the limit
value sensor for overfill protection.
The three basic Multi-Control functions are, in addition to motor start/stop:
Remote control of the Sening MultiFlow with pre-set volume or flow display, drop start/stop, etc
parameter 3.1.6.4
Overfill prevention, parameter 3.1.6.5
Dead mans switch, parameter 3.1.6.6
These functions can be activated independently of each other and allocated to separate base stations.
Each parameter group thus has the option of activation of any particular function and setting of the
CAN Bus node number. Usually, however, the functions are dealt with via a single base station with
the node number 0.
RF activation of overfill prevention does not take place in menu 3.1.6.5, but
under parameter 3.1.8.8, see Section 0. / Page 72
The transmission interval parameter for the dead man and overfill prevention settings defines the
interval at which the base station must cyclically provide a status value (heartbeat), failing to do so,
the Sening MultiFlow changes to a fault state.

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8.3.1.8 Valve Control

72

Factory
Setting

No.

Name

Seal

3.1.8
3.1.8.1

Valve control
Path Selection

Cal.

3.1.8.2

Turn-on Delay

3 (sec)

3.1.8.3

Turn-off Delay

3 (sec)

3.1.8.4
3.1.8.4.1

Flow Control
High Flow Rate
ON

5.0 (Litre)

3.1.8.4.2

20.0 (Litre)

3.1.8.4.3

High Flow Rate

OFF
Wet Hose OFF

0.5 (Litre)

3.1.8.4.4

Dry Hose (G) OFF

0.5 (Litre)

3.1.8.4.5

Dry Hose (P) OFF

1.5 (Litre)

3.1.8.4.6

Enable Adjustment

1 (yes)

Basic control

Meaning
Defines the structure of the measuring
system used:
1. Basic control: Basic version with manual
operation of a control block and product
release.
2. High/Low Flow: as above, but with
reduction of the flow at the start and end of
the discharge.
3. Fully electronic: Control switch substituted
by electronic valve controller.
(not supported in actual version)
4. Expanded electronical control: as 3., but
combined with flow control (however, no
additive dosing possible).
5. With blow down (GB):
special control for GB, with flow control,
additive pump, blow down of the dry hose
after the drop and product transfer / self
loading.
6. Expanded electronical control: as 3., with
flow control & additive dosing (no
unmetered discharge)
Delay on activating the control valve before
the release valve.
Delay on closing the release valve before the
control valve.
Threshold for switchover from a reduced to a
higher flow rate:
Positive value: Amount in liters or gallons
Negative values: Flow rate in liters/min. or
gal/min
Remaining volume at which the switchover to
reduced flow rate takes place.
Remaining volume at which the flow is
stopped.
Used for all Hoses, except for Dry Hose (G)
or (P)
Remaining volume at which the flow is
stopped.
Only applicable for Dry Hose and Gravity
drop.
Remaining volume at which the flow is
stopped.
Only applicable for Dry Hose and pumped
drop.
Enables the automatic adjustment of
parameters 3.1.8.4.3 3.1.8.4.5

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No.

Name

3.1.8.4.7
Turbine Control
3.1.8.4.7.1 System Volume

Seal

Factory
Setting

20.0 (liter)

3.1.8.4.7.2 Draining

Cal.

1 (yes)

3.1.8.4.7.3 Draining time

3.1.8.5
Draining
3.1.8.5.1
Drain control

Cal.

20 (sec.)

0 (no)

0 (no)

3.1.8.5.2
3.1.8.6

Receipt draining
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3.1.8.7

Hose Set

Cal.

UVLB

3.1.8.8

Overfill
prevention

Cal.

No

3.1.8.9

Valve
Compilation

3.1.8.0

Blow Down

Cal.

8 (sec)

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Meaning
Volume of the entire discharge system, i.e.
from bottom valve to outlet
Activates/deactivates the unmetered
discharge of the retained product. Is added to
the metered volume at the end of the
discharge.
Time set for draining retained product
Activation of a message if product is
changed.
Parameter not currently used
No longer applicable from version 2.1;
see 3.1.8.4.3
Defines the hose paths that are used in the
measuring system for later selection.
B
Bypass
D (L) Dry hose (Leerschlauch)
G (S) Dry hose with Gravity drop
(Schwerkraft)
P
Pumped dry hose drop
U
Unmetered
W (V) Wet hose (Vollschlauch)
Note: Each abbreviation may be used only
twice at the most.
The actuator function is transferred from the
overfill prevention to the Sening MultiFlow.
No
No monitoring, Sening
MultiFlow is not an element
of the delivery safety
system.
Frequency Input: A level sensor with
frequency output is used.
Switch Input:
A level sensor with switch
output is used.
RF overfill
OP signal is transmit
prevention
ted via RF and base
station to the MultiFlow
Select Valve Compilation (also see chapter 0)
0
General configuration
1
GVLx-xM, dry hose operation is
modified
Applicable only for NA and UK version:
Blow down of dry hose (duration)

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8.3.1.8.1 Notes on the manual control of the hoses

Without full electronic valve control the outputs must be connected to following valves (functions):
Name

Basic Control

Flow Control

Flow Release A
Flow Release B
Control Switch Release

1
2

1 (low flow)
2 (high flow)
3

View following drawings in the appendix:

E51.351287 (Page 151); E51.351098 (Page 163); E51.351190 (Page 162)

During flow control the low flow opening remains active even during high flow.

8.3.1.8.2 Notes on the full electronic control of the hoses

The full electronic valve control (i.e. hose selection) is controlled by parameter 3.1.8.1. It replaces the
pneumatic control switch and gives the opportunity to handle the meter without utilization of hand
operated valves.
In order to take over these control functions, Sening MultiFlow requires the activation of the electronic
control (see above) as well as a description of the implemented hoses (discharge passes). This is
done at Parameter 3.1.8.7, where all hoses that are supported by the metering system are to be
listed.
Discharge passes are described by the codes listed in the following table:
Code

Meaning

Bypass: Discharge bypassing the overfill prevention system, but limiting the
maximum flow rate to 53 gal/min (199 /min) (reduced mechanically)
D (L) Dry Hose: Hose is emptied completely after discharge
P
Dry hose drop with pump operation
S (G) Dry hose drop using gravity
G (S) Dry hose at Gravity discharge, may be used instead of D
P
Pumped dry hose discharge, may be used instead of D
U
Unmetered: Discharge bypassing the meter, no volume is recorded
Wet Hose Discharge through a nozzle, the hose remains filled with product
W (V)
at any time
B

At Parameter 3.1.8.7 you enter the required codes reflecting the actual meter set-up. All codes may
only be used twice. Also no more than ten paths may be defined.
Please observe the following rules:
The abbreviations U, L, S and P may only be used once each.
The abbreviations V and B may be used twice (always in sequence).
The abbreviations S and / or P can be used as substitutes for L, but never together with L (e.g.
UVPS or UVL, but not UVLPS).

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No more than ten drop paths can be defined.
Example: UWWDBB
Meaning: The meter offers the following discharge paths (see also chapter 0):
1. Unmetered
2. Wet hose 1
3. Wet hose 2
4. Dry hose
5. Bypass 1
6. Bypass 2
The sequence of codes also determines the sequence of the passes presented to
the user in the selection list.
The full electronic valve control uses the following output to valve assignment:
1
Basic Control

2
Flow Control

3
Fully
Elec. Control

4
Expanded Elec.
Control

5
With blow down

6
Exp. electron.
BE

7
Control
Turbine

Output 1

Control air

LOW Flow

Wet hose

Wet hose
LOW flow

Wet hose
LOW flow

Wet hose
LOW flow

Control air

Output 2

Interlock

HIGH Flow

Dry hose

Dry hose
LOW flow

Dry hose
LOW flow

Dry hose
LOW flow

START / STOP

Output 3

ADD pump

Release
control switch

ADD pump

Wet hose
HIGH flow

Wet hose
HIGH flow

Wet hose
HIGH flow

Regulation 1

Output 4

--------

ADD pump

Bypass

Dry hose
HIGH flow

Dry hose
HIGH flow

Dry hose
HIGH flow

Regulation 2

Output 5

--------

LOW Flow

Position 1
Dual hose
outlet nozzle

Position 1
Dual hose
outlet nozzle

ADD pump

Position 1
Dual hose
outlet nozzle

--------

Output 6

--------

(AUX)

Position 2
Dual hose
outlet nozzle

Position 2
Dual hose
outlet nozzle

--------

Position 2
Dual hose
outlet nozzle

--------

Output 7

Pulse Output

Pulse Output

Unmeasured

Unmeasured

Blow down

ADD pump

--------

Output 8

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

Output 9

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

Output 10

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

Output 11

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

Input 1

ADD pump rest

position

ADD pump rest

position

ADD pump rest

position

--------

ADD pump rest

position

ADD pump rest

position

--------

Input 2

ADD pump
end position

ADD pump
end position

ADD pump
end position

--------

ADD pump
end position

ADD pump
end position

--------

Input 3

ADD pump
filling level

ADD pump
filling level

ADD pump
filling level

--------

ADD pump
filling level

ADD pump
filling level

--------

Input 4

Overfill
prevention amplifier

Overfill
prevention amplifier

Overfill
prevention amplifier

Overfill
prevention amplifier

Product
Transfer &
Self Loading

Overfill
prevention amplifier

--------

Input 5

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

Input 6

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

Input 7

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

Input 8

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

--------

(AUX)
HIGH Flow

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Output 17: Sening MultiFlow

Output 8..11: MFIO-E

Input 1..4: Sening MultiFlow

Input 5..8: MFIO-E

View following drawings in the appendix:

Description

No.

Page

E51.350956

148

E51.351287

151

E51.351125

152

Wiring diagram electronic control + flow control

E51.351127

153

Wiring diagram electronic control, dosage pump and blow down

E51.351286

154

Wiring diagram electronic control with flow control and dosage pump

E51.351691

155

Wiring Diagram (Version A1)

E51.350958

161

Wiring diagram pneum. control switch + dosage pump

E51.351190

162

E51.351098

163

E51.351189

164

Wiring diagram electronic control + flow control

E51.351126

165

Wiring diagram electronic control, dosage pump and blow down

E51.351285

166

Wiring diagram electronic control with flow control and dosage pump

E51.351692

167

Wiring Diagram (Version A3)

Wiring diagram pneum. control switch with flow control and dosage
pump
Wiring diagram electronic control + dosage pump + overfill
prevention amplifier

Wiring diagram pneum. control switch with flow control + dosage

pump +
overfill prevention amplifier
Wiring diagram electronic control + dosage pump + overfill
prevention amplifier

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8.3.1.8.3 Notes on overfill prevention.
Taking control of the servo component is sensible only during simultaneous use of the automatic hose
selection (see parameter 3.1.8.1).

8.3.1.8.4 Notes on blow down

Blow down of the dry hose is a function that is required only by the British authorities. At the end of a
drop high pressure air is supplied to the dry hose for a set time to evacuate the latter completely.
Because the controller differs, only special full electronic hose selection (parameter 3.1.8.1 = 5) can be
used. With manual hose selection the Sening MultiFlow would be unable to decide whether a dry hose
was in use and therefore whether blow down was to be activated.

8.3.1.8.5 Notes on Flow Control

The flow control offers the user a precise preset of the discharge volume. The exact discharge will
thereby achieved by a two stage shutdown.
Flow control at general valve compilation:

Flow control utilizing the GVLx-xM valve compilation (only dry hose):

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The shutoff point shown in the above diagrams will vary, depending on the selected hose. See notes on
parameters 3.1.8.4.x for more information (Chapter 0).
Parameter 3.1.8.4.1 controls the switchover from low to high flow:
+: Interpretation of the value entered as volume (e.g. +14 = 14 gallons):
Switching over to high flow takes place after the set quantity has passed
through (in this example after 14 gallons). During stationary (flow = 0
gallons/min.) the system switches back to low flow.
-:
Interpretation of the value entered as a flow rate (e.g. 100 = 100
gallons/min.). Switching over to high flow takes place as soon as the set flow
rate has been exceeded. Switching back to low flow takes place if the flow is
less than 50% of the value set in Parameter 3.1.8.4.1.

The flow control is self-adjusting, i.e. when the drop is complete a comparison is
made between the pre-set volume and the drop volume achieved. If the values
deviate from each other, there is an automatic correction of the predetermined
shut off (parameters 3.1.8.4.3 - 3.1.8.4.5), so that at the next drop the pre-set
amount is maintained precisely.
The adjustment increment never exceeds 0.05 gallons (0.2 liters).
The pre-sets for the parameters 3.1.8.4.3 - 3.1.8.4.5 are automatically
overwritten without, however, damaging the electronic seal.
Self-adjustment of the preset switch-off point can be deactivated with Parameter
3.1.8.4.6.

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8.3.2 Printer Settings

No.

Name

3.2
3.2.1

Factory
Setting

Seal

Printer
Printer Selection

M
M

3
3

1 (DR-295)

3.2.2
3.2.3
3.2.4

Interface Type
Transfer Rate
Parity Check

M
M
M

3
3
3

0 (RS232)
0 (9600 baud)
0 (none)

3.2.5
3.2.6
3.2.6.1

Lines per Page

FDW protocol
Protocol

57

Cal.

0 (No)

3.2.6.2

FDW timeout

5 (sec)

3.2.6.3

Resends

3.2.6.4

Max. error count

Cal.

99

3.2.7

Paper feed

1 (autom.)

3.2.8

Reverse ejection

0 (No)

Meaning

Selects the printer

1: DR-570 (FDW)
2: DR-295 (FDW)
3: DR-298 (FDW)
4: FX (FDW)
5: ASCII
Selection between RS232 or RS485.
Data transmission speed.
Activation / deactivation of the parity check.
0: No parity
1: Even Parity
2: Odd parity
Number of lines on a page.
Activation / deactivation of the FDW protocol
for data subject to W & M restrictions.
Max. waiting period for FDW status
interrogation.
Number of repeated transmissions when
erroneous transmissions occur.
Sets the number of erroneous printouts
(unsuccessful attempts to print a receipt
correctly) which are allowed before the
device blocks any further discharges.
NOTE: Function currently not supported
Activates the automatic paper feed when
using the DR-295.
Enables the reversal of the paper ejection
direction for DR-295- and DR-298 printers.
0 no, ejection opposite to printing direction
(i.e. forwards)
1 yes, ejection in the printing direction (i.e.
backwards)

8.3.2.1 Notes on the parity check

Only applies when using the transparent operating mode (no data subject to W & M restrictions, no
1
FDW protocol active).

FDW means Long Distance Transfer

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8.3.3 Sensors
8.3.3.1 Pulse inputs

No.

Name

Seal

Factory
Setting

3.3.1
3.3.1.1

Pulse counter
Pulse Rating

Cal.

3.3.1.2

Max. Return Volume

Cal.

8 (Liter)

3.3.1.3

Max. Error Pulses

Cal.

3.3.1.4

Sensor Type

Cal

2 (PNP)

3.3.1.5

Min. Flow Rate

Cal.

5 gal/min
or
20 (L/Min.)

Meaning

Number of pulses per gallon or liter (see

preliminary certificate and measuring
system name-plate).
Permissible return volume up to which no
error is displayed, in gallons or liters.
No of permissible error pulses.
PTB-Recommendation: The set value
should correspond to double the pulse rating
(i.e. in this case 0.5 gallons or 2 liters)
See also Chapter 0!
Selection of the pulse transmitter type.
1:
NPN
2:
PNP (default)
3:
THS (Sening GMVT 704/805/1004)
IMPORTANT: The type coding is offset by
one place from the program version 1.01!
Minimum flow rate during drop. Flow rates
below this limit will switch off pulse error
detection. The drop will be interrupted after
30 seconds.
A value of 0 liters/minute will switch off this
function.

8.3.3.1.1 Notes on the pulse transmitter

Enter the pulse rating for the pulse transmitter which is stamped on the identification plate of
the flow meter.
Enter the max. return flow next.
The return flow states the amount of product which the Sening MultiFlow may count in the
reverse direction before an error message is output. A normal value is two gallons or eight
liters.

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Pulse Inputs
Selection: 331
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0

Pulse Rating
M a x . R e t u r n Vo l u m e
Max. Error Pulses
S e n s o r Ty p e
Min. Flow Rate
Direction
Meter Config
M e t e r Tw o K F a c t o r
Leakage Limit
Pulse Output
Up

Down

---

Pulse Counter Menu

The maximum error pulses state the number of pulses, which are regarded as erroneous. If
this number is exceeded, then a pulse error is output and the discharge terminated.
Define the connected pulse sensor by entering the sensor type.
An NPN, PNP or THS sensor can be connected. You can determine the correct type of sensor
from the identification-plate on the flow meter.
Error pulses are not evaluated if the actual flow is below of the min. flow rate. Additionally,
the delivery will be interrupted after 30 seconds with an corresponding warning.
If the min. flow rate is set to 0, error pulses are evaluated in all cases, deliveries will not be
interrupted on min. flow.

8.3.3.1.6 Direction
Will be set to determine the direction of the meter. This will allow for A and B pulses to be set
corresponding to which pulse is leading or lagging based on the direction of flow through the
meter.

8.3.3.1.7 Meter Configuration

Main Menu > Parameter List > Sensors > Pulse Inputs > Meter Config > One Dual, One Single,
Two Single
The meter configuration refers to the number of meter (one or two) followed by the number of
pulse inputs from the meter. There are a maximum of two pulse inputs per MultiFlow, thus
leaving either a single meter with dual pulses, or two meters with single pulse inputs (or one
meter with a single pulse input, leaving one input with no connection.)
Parameter 3317 selects one of three meter configuration options. These option are One Dual,
One Single, and Two Single. When configured for one dual or one single channel meter the
MultiFlow will operate as it did in previous revisions. The difference between single and dial
channel metering modes will be as follows:
The meter pulse wiring will be different.
The detection of pulse errors will not be done in single channel mode.
Direction detection will not function in single channel mode.

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Parameter 3317 is a sealed parameter. When configured for single channel input, the meter
pulses shall be connected to terminal one on the I/O board. When configured for single channel
input, direction of flow cannot be detected so parameter, 3312 (Max. Return volume), parameter
3313 (Max. Error pulses), and parameter 3315 (Min. Flow rate) will have no affect on the
operation of the MultiFlow.
When the MultiFlow is configured for two single channel meter inputs, the MultiFlow user
interface will be changed as follows.
A screen will be displayed during the preset process which will allow the user to select one
or both of the single meters to totalize. This will be the first screen displayed in the preset
sequence. Parameter (3318) sets the K factor for the second meter. A screen is available in
the Service > Calibrate selection which will allow the user to select the meter to be calibrated.
Additionally, the trip report is modified to differentiate the throughput of each meter, the output
to the chip card and the storage of the transaction is augmented with information identifying the
meter used.
The product total block on the delivery ticket is modified to print the total for each meter. Two
lines on the reports will display the meter name and the volume through the meter for the
delivery.
The MultiFlow writes delivery data to the chip card under user control. The information written
to the chip cad is in the form of a header followed by delivery records. The delivery records will
include GV and GST non-resettable totals for the meter in use to each record.

8.3.3.1.9 Leakage Limit

Can be set to however many pulses will be accumulated before a leakage alarm is present.

8.3.3.1.0 Pulse Output

Main Menu > Parameter List > Sensors > Pulse Inputs > Pulse Outputs > 1) Disabled, 2)
Standard 1X, 3) Standard 10X, 4) Tara 1X, 5) Tara 10X
A pulse output function for a discrete output will be defined. The output will produce pulses
representing the units delivered only for products configured as flow products. If the product
being delivered has temperature compensation enabled, the pulse output will be GST volume
otherwise it will be gross volume.
The pulses will be 5msec in duration with a maximum of 100 pulses per second. The pulse
resolution produced for each volume type will be:
Delivery Units

Resolution

Litres
Gal-US

XXXX.X
XXXX.X

Maximum rate per

minute
600 litres
150 gallons

A standard discrete output which is driven to 12 VDC (500 mA max.) when asserted and 0 VDC
when not asserted will be used for this function. This function will be entered in the Operation
Options menu by setting parameter 3.3.1.0 Pulse Output Enable. The pulse output function will
only be available in modes 1, 2, and 5. In addition, a discrete output will be made available to
act as the reset signal to the counter. Each time the MultiFlow preset sequence is started, the
reset output shall be toggled to reset the counter to zero.

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8.3.3.2 Temperature Sensor

No.

Name

Seal

Factory
Setting

3.3.2
3.3.2.1

Temperature Sensor
Temp. Offset

Cal.

Offset 0/32 C/F

Preliminary
certificate
Device size

Offset 100/212 C/F

Device size

3.3.2.2

Disable sensor

Cal.

0 (No)

Meaning

Figure for temperature offset according to

W&M certificate.
Setting for temperature offset.
IMPORTANT: The parameter is set during
the preliminary test and
cannot be changed.
Setting for temperature offset.
IMPORTANT: The parameter is set during
the preliminary test and
cannot be changed.
(De)activates the Sening MultiFlow
temperature measurement.
IMPORTANT: With an inactive sensor no
compensation and no mass
computation can be carried
out!
IMPORTANT: If no sensor is connected,
the temperature inputs must
be fitted with a jumper.

8.3.3.2.1 Temperature Sensor (PT 100)

A temperature offset must be defined to compensate for component tolerances. This temperature
offset is determined during the preliminary test with a number of reference temperatures. The values
found are included in the preliminary certificate and must not be changed.
If during a recalibration it is found that the temperature measured by the Sening MultiFlow is no
longer within the calibration limits, then the Parameter 3.3.2.1 must be changed appropriately.

8.3.3.2.2 Working Without a Temperature Sensor

If the temperature sensor is disabled (applicable from Version 2.0 only) no compensated volumes or
weight information (calculation is always based on compensated volumes!) may be displayed.
These values will not appear in reports (on paper or on chip card), or they will be set to 0 or . The
same applies to the corresponding totalizers.

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8.3.3.3 Additive Pump (also called dosage pump or Injection pump)

No.

Name

Seal

Factory
Setting

Meaning

3.3.3
3.3.3.1
3.3.3.2

Additive Pump
Piston Capacity
Meter Factor

Cal.
Cal.

1
1

50 (m)
1.0

3.3.3.3

Pump Position

Cal.

3.3.3.4

Hose Volume

Cal.

50 (Litre)

3.3.3.5

Ext. Prod. Sensor

0 (inactive)

3.3.3.6
3.3.3.7

Pump Cycle Time

Start Interval

M
Cal.

2
1

6000 (msec)
80 (msec)

3.3.3.8

End Interval

Cal.

80 (msec)

Additive volume per stroke in m .

Correction factor of additive pump.
IMPORTANT: Follow Chapter 8 in setting
this parameter.
Injection point of additive pump:
0:
No function
1:
Before measuring system
2:
After measuring system (subject to
W & M inspection!)
Volume of measuring system for wet-hose
discharge (measuring system + hose drum)
in liters.
Activates monitoring of the filling level on the
external storage tank.
IMPORTANT: The function is currently not
supported.
Maximum time for a pump cycle in msec.
Minimum dwell time of the piston in the initial
position in msec.
Minimum dwell time of the piston in the end
position in msec.

Also consider the option of monitoring the Load (Chapter 0 / Page 36) to prevent
the additive pump from running dry.

8.3.3.3.1 Notes on the pump position

If an additive pump is not connected to the Sening MultiFlow, the Parameter 3.3.3.3. must be
set to 0. Activation of the additive operation in the product registers (Parameter 3.5.n.n.5.1)
leads in this case to a parameter error.
If dosing of the additive takes place in the product flow before the measuring instrument,
Parameter 3.3.3.3. must be set to 1. In this case the measuring instrument records the volume
of the product plus additive. As a result the additive is not noted separately on the
documents (delivery receipt, invoice, trip report).
In the event of dosing of the additive in the product flow after the measuring instrument,
Parameter 3.3.3.3. must be set to the value 2. In this case the measuring instrument only
records the volume of the product without additive, whilst the additive quantity is provided by
the number of pump strokes and the (calibrated) volume of one pump stroke. In this case
separate details of the additive (description, quantity, price per unit, total price) are given in
the documents.
Dosing the additives after the measuring instrument is not possible in all software versions.

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Depending on the relevant regulations in the respective country it is possible that technical
calibration approval may be required for the additive pump in the case of dosing after the
measuring instrument.

8.3.4 Form Description

Seal

Factory
setting

Form description
Spacing

1 (characters)

3.4.2

Columns Offset

3.4.3

Lines Offset

3.4.4
3.4.5
3.4.6

Receipt Layout
Print Form
Form Elements List

M
M
M

No.

Name

3.4
3.4.1

Meaning

Entry of spacing for the printout in mm or in

characters. Characters is the standard.
Number of columns before the printout in
mm or in characters. Characters is standard.
Number of lines before the printout in mm or
in characters. Characters is standard.
Delivery receipt definition, form dialogue.
Test printout of the delivery receipt.
Printout of defined elements for describing
the delivery receipt.

See also Section 0.

8.3.5 Product Definition

No.

Name

3.5
3.5.1
3.5.2
3.5.3
3.5.nn.7.32

Product Definition
Product Page 1
Product Page 2
Product Page 3
Product group

Seal

Cal.

Factory
Setting

Meaning

Product Registers 1.1 - 1.0

Product Registers 2.1 - 2.0
Product Registers 3.1 - 3.0
Determination of the compensation
algorithm in dependence of the product
group:
1 Packed Goods
2 Crude Oil per:
(API-Table)
3 Refined Oil per:
(API-Table)
4 Special Product per: (API-Table)
for liquid gas & bitumen

See also Section 0.

Parameter 3.5.nn.7.3: This parameter is included in all product definitions.

nn replaces the actual product register number (10 39).

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8.3.6 Driver List

No.

Name

Seal

3.6
3.6.1

Driver list
Driver 1

3.6.2

Driver 2

3.6.3

Driver 3

3.6.3

Driver 4

3.6.5

Driver 5

Factory
Setting

Meaning

Driver Register 1 (entry of the drivers ID and

name and of the master code)
Driver Register 2 (entry of the drivers ID and
name and of the master code)
Driver Register 3 (entry of the drivers ID and
name and of the master code)
Driver Register 4 (entry of the drivers ID and
name and of the master code)
Driver Register 5, factory definition of
master, can be changed.

8.3.6.1 Driver Register (36n.)

No.

Name

Seal

3.6.n.1
3.6.n.2

Driver ID
Driver Name

M
M

3
3

3.6.n.3

Master code

Factory
Setting

Meaning
Personnel number of the driver
Name of the user, can be printed on
receipts.
If not set to 0, then master code for
increased access.

36n is the drivers register number, with n varying from 1 to 6. For unequivocal identification of a
parameter the drivers register number is extended by the parameter number.
Example: Drivers name in the third driver register
Driver Register
36

86

Parameter
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8.3.6.2 Defining the Drivers Name
If several drivers are to drive a vehicle, it may be more practicable to issue a personnel number for
each driver. It is then, for example, possible to print the drivers name on the delivery receipt to obtain
a clear assignment of deliveries to the drivers.
The number is limited to five drivers. You define the drivers in Menu 3.6. A list of the currently entered
drivers is displayed.
In order to be able to make changes to the driver list, the personnel number of the system
manager (master) must be entered, followed by the master password.
This prevents unauthorised persons from changing the driver list.

The personnel number 999999 and master password 654321 are issued by default. This personnel
number is defined as the fifth driver with the name Master.
Driver List
Selection: 36
1 C. Anyone
2 Driver
3 Driver
4 Driver
5 Master
Up

Down

---

Display of driver list

To make changes to the settings, a driver is selected from the list of the five drivers using
<Enter>.
After selecting a driver, you can re-issue the driver ID, the drivers name and the master code.
If zero is entered as the master code, then the driver has no master rights.
Take care that at least one master is defined, otherwise no changes are possible
to the parameters which are subject to the master code.

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8.4 Service Menu

88

No.

Name

Seal

4.1
4.1.1
4.1.2
4.1.3
4.1.4

Electronic seal
Display Seal
Print Seal
-----Restore Seal

4.2

Calibration

Cal.

4.3
4.3.1

Diagnosis
In- / Outputs

M
M/Cal.

4.3.2

Printer

4.3.3
4.4

Global CAN Bus

Initialise

M
M/Cal.

4.5
4.5.1

Chip card
Write Parameters

M/Cal.

4.5.2

Read Parameters

M/Cal.

4.5.3
4.6
4.6.1
4.6.2

Format Chip
Program update
Activated
Blocked

Cal.

D
D
---M/ Cal.

M
M

Factory
Setting

Meaning

Display status of electronic W & M seal.

Print status of electronic W & M seal.
Saves modified W & M information.
IMPORTANT: To be executed in the
presence of a W & M
inspector or service person
only!
Procedure for measuring the meter factors
at various flow rates.
Tests the inputs and outputs.
IMPORTANT: The setting of the outputs is
subject to W & M
restrictions!
Loop-back test for testing the printer line
with a special printer connector.
Display link status of all CAN Bus devices.
Resets the device parameters (restores the
factory settings).
Loads all parameters and delivery receipt
definition from the chip card.
Reads out all the parameters and the
delivery definition.
Erases all data from a chip card.
See Section 4.2
Program update activated
Program update barred

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8.5 Logon
8.6 Load Monitor

No.

Name

Seal

Logon

Load Monitor

Factory
Setting

Meaning
Entry of the driver code for a change of
drivers (logon).
Displays the actual load status and gives the
option to set the warning level for additive
load undercut

8.7 Units
The Sening MultiFlow can be configured for US or metric operation by setting the System Volume
Units parameter (3.1.5.7) to gallons or liters respectively. The table below shows the units displayed by
the Sening MultiFlow based upon the setting of the System Volume Units. The values entered in the
parameter list are also affected by the units selection. For example, the K-Factor will be pulses/gallon
or pulses/liter and all flow rates entered for valve control or meter factor curve will be in GPM or LPM.
The following units are defined:
System Volume Units
(3.1.5.7)

Gallons

Liters

Flow product totals

Gallons

Liters

Additive product totals

Ounces

ml

Grand Total flow product Gallons

Liters

Grand Total additive

Gallons

Liters

Temperatures

Fahrenheit

Celsius

Density

API

Kg/M

Mass

Pounds

Kg

Flow rates

GPM

LPM

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8.8 Product Registers (35nn..)

The placeholder nn in the product register corresponds to the product register number where nn
varies from 11 to 30. The product register number is extended by the parameter number to give
unambiguous identification of a parameter in a product register.
Example: Mean density on the first product page in the third product register. The placeholder nn is
in this case substituted by page 1 and register 3 (nn = 13).
Product register Parameter
Page

35

90

Register

73

Seal

Factory
Setting

No.

Name

3.5.n
3.5.nn.1
3.5.nn.2

Product pages
Product name
Product type

3.5.nn.3
3.5.nn.5
3.5.nn.5.1

W&M code
Use add. pump
Use add. pump

Cal.

0 (no)

3.5.nn.5.2

Additive number

3.5.nn.5.3

Mixing ratio

2000

3.5.nn.6
3.5.nn.6.1
3.5.nn.6.2

Default price
Default price
Price factor

M
M

3
3

3.5.nn.6.3

Tax rate

Cal.
1
M/ Cal. 1/3

Meaning

Product name
Product category
(1: Disabled, 2: Liquid Products, 3:
Additive, 4: Packed products)
IMPORTANT: Liquid products can only
be activated by breaking
the W & M seal!
W&M article code
This parameter activates the additive
dispensing for the selected product
register.
Reference to the register number of the
additive to be used.
IMPORTANT: The parameter is only
active when Parameter
3.5.n.n.5.1 is set to 1
(yes) and 3.3.3.3 not to
zero (inoperable).
Mixing ratio for the additive.
IMPORTANT: The parameter is only
active for products of type
2 (additive).
Standard price for the product.
The standard price applies to 1, 10, 100
units, etc. Price factor 0 defines fix price
which is not dependent on quantity
(packed good only).
Entry of rate for value added tax (percent).

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No.

Name

Seal

Factory
Setting

3.5.nn.7
3.5.nn.7.1
3.5.nn.7.2
3.5.nn.7.3

Temperature
compensation
Compensation
Comp. temperature
Product group

Cal.
Cal.
Cal.

1
1
1

0 (no)
60F/15C

3.5.nn.7.4
3.5.nn.7.5
3.5.nn.7.5.1
3.5.nn.7.5.2
3.5.nn.7.5.3
3.5.nn.7.5.4
3.5.nn.7.5.5

Mean density
Meter Factors
Meter Factor 1
Meter Factor 2
Meter Factor 3
Meter Factor 4
Flow Rate 1

Cal.

Cal.
Cal.
Cal.
Cal.
Cal.

1
1
1
1
1

3.5.nn.7.5.6

Flow Rate 2

Cal.

3.5.nn.7.5.7

Flow Rate 3

Cal.

3.5.nn.7.5.8

Flow Rate 4

Cal.

3.5.nn.7.5.9

Copying from ...

Cal.

3.5.nn.8

Hose set

WP

3.5.nn.9
3.5.nn.9.1

Control Turbine
Max. Flow Rate

3.5.nn.9.2

Remaining
volume

Cal.

product
dependent
10 (liter)

Meaning

Activation of compensation
Selection of compensation temperature
Determination of the compensation
algorithm in dependence of the product
group:
1 Packed good
2 Crude oil (API Table 5A,53A)
3 Refined product (API Table 5B, 53B)
4 Special Product (API Table 53X)
for liquid gas & bitumen
Physical constant specified by W&M.
See Calibration
See Calibration
See Calibration
See Calibration
Upper limit of validity range for Meter
Factor 1
Upper limit of validity range for Meter
Factor 2
Upper limit of validity range for Meter
Factor 3
Upper limit of validity range for Meter
Factor 4
Copies the calibration data (see above)
from a different product register.
Allowed hoses for this product, see
parameter 3.1.8.1 & chapter 0 for details
Max. Flow Rate during the discharge
Volume of the unmetered residue.

Comparison must be made with Section 6!

Flow rates 3.55.nn.7.5.6 through 3.5.nn.7.5.9 must be entered in ascending order.

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Check meter factor curves

The meter factor curve must be entered with the flow rates in ascending order
to operate correctly. A check will be added to verify the rates are correctly entered.

8.1.1 Notes on the hose set

When using electronic selection of the hose set, to increase the operating safety and to minimize the
mixtures every product can be assigned to one (or more) defined hose set(s) .
The codes to be entered are identical with those for the entry of the hose set which are available on
the vehicle in Parameter 3187 (Section 0).
The addition of a digit after a code serves as the selection between several alternatives.
Example:
UV1LB1
Meaning:
The meter offers the following discharge passes (see also chapter 0)
1.
Unmetered
2.
Wet hose 1
3.
Dry hose
4.
Bypass 1

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8.10 Notes on Parameter Checks
Parameter checking has been designed to be more operator-friendly. If errors are found during
parameter checking, then an alarm message appears on the screen which enables the operator to
print a parameter report.
The parameter report summarises all the settings which conflict with the defined boundary conditions.
A parameter report may appear as follows:

Parameter Report
Report date :18.08.1998 14.45
Version :2.02[2.00]UK
Meter desig. :PHME 97
_____________________
Recalibration Error
3161 Global node no.

32

(35.11.) Heating oil EL

_____________________
Parameter Conflict
3322 + Sensor inactive Yes
.71 + Compensation Yes
-End of printout-

Explanation:

Parameter 3.1.6.1:

The global node number

must not be greater than
31.

Parameter 3.3.2.2,
Parameter (35.11).71: Compensation cannot be
provided with an inactive
temperature sensor.

8.10 Saving Parameters on the Chip Card

You can save all Sening MultiFlow parameter settings to a chip card using the integral chip-card
reader. Please keep this card for the purposes of data back-up.

If the device settings become corrupted by an operational fault, you can restore the original state
by reading in the chip card.

In addition, with a fleet of the same type of vehicles, you can use the parameter chip for
universal configuration of the measurement systems without having to manually enter these
settings each time. You only need to carry out the settings once on one vehicle and they can
then be transferred to the other vehicles by the chip card.
Some parameters which are specific to the measurement systems, such as
correction factors and device designations, must be adapted in each case.

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Two different versions of the chip card are available:

Picture
on card

Part No.

CS-CC-64

CS-CC-512

Supplied

Until 01 / 2004

From 02 / 2004

Up to
Version
3.20[3.23]

1 card for parameters

1 card for parameters

From
version
3.30[3.30]

2 cards for parameters

1 card for parameters

8.10.1 Saving the Parameters

You save the parameters in Menu 4.5.2.

A security query follows after checking the access rights (master):

Transfer data from MultiFlow to chip card?
The procedure can be cancelled with <F2> (No) and the chip card remains unchanged.
You confirm with <F1> (Yes).
If the chip card has never been used or used for other purposes before, another warning is
given:
Chip card error! Incorrect format. Continue?
The procedure can be cancelled with <F2> (No) and the chip card remains unchanged.
You confirm with <F1> (Yes).

During the transfer which takes about 90 seconds, the following information appears:
Transfer running... Please wait

Starting with Sening MultiFlow software version 3.30[3.30] two cards of type CS-CC-64 are
required; therefore after about. 60 seconds the following message is displayed:
Please insert next Chip Card!
You confirm the change of the chip card with <F1> (OK).

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When the data transfer is completed the following message is displayed:

Data transfer complete!

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You acknowledge this message with <F1> (OK).

The parameters are now transferred.

If an error occurs, an appropriate error message is given and you must repeat the transfer.

8.10.2 Loading the Parameters from the Chip Card

Data is read from a parameter chip analogous to the saving procedure in Menu 4.5.1.
Only deviating memory ranges are transferred.
However, here particular attention should given to the fact that in the sealed state the Sening MultiFlow
only accepts parameters which are not subject to W & M regulations.
If the parameters subject to calibration regulations deviate from the present settings, the
following instruction is given:
Break the electr. seal before processing this parameter!
You acknowledge this message with <F1> (OK).
Then the following message appears:
Data transfer unsuccessful!
The error message only applies to the transfer of the parameters subject to
calibration regulations. All others will have already been transferred.

Starting with Sening MultiFlow software version 3.30[3.30] two cards of type CS-CC-64 are
required; therefore after about. 60 seconds the following message is displayed:
Please insert next Chip Card!
You confirm the change of the chip card with <F1> (OK).

When all parameters have been successfully compared, the following message appears:
Data transfer complete!
You acknowledge this message with <F1> (OK).

The procedure is now terminated.

From software version 3.30[3.30] 1 x 16K or 2 x 8K chip cards.

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9 Form Description
The operation of a flow computer demands a range of forms. In particular, the invoice form is subject
to individual user requirements and must therefore be capable of flexible arrangement.
A form is described by a string of form elements. A form element is composed of the following fields:
Field

Meaning

ID

Element type

X, Y

Position in the form in mm or columns and lines.

Attributes

Display features

Options

Conditions for application

Format

Multi-purpose field, formatting information

The choice of whether the position details are to be defined in millimetres or in

columns and lines, is specified via Parameter 3.2.5 (Units X/Y).

9.1 Defining a Receipt (Delivery Receipt or Invoice)

The main problem when defining a delivery receipt is usually the positioning of text in fields which
are already printed on the receipt. Furthermore, the printout should also be able to be arranged in
a variable manner with regard to the character layout, for example, to highlight certain text and so
to layout the printout with regard to size and width, etc. Apart from ready-defined text modules,
there should also be the possibility of defining ones own text.
To fulfil all these requirements the definition of the form element positions can be made in characters
or in mm. For the normal receipt the definition of the positions in characters is completely adequate
with the spacing (Parameter 3.2.5) being set to 1.
The definition of the spacing in mm is only practicably applicable with a DIN A4 printer. It is then
possible to print text in the intended fields with an accuracy of 1 mm, e.g. the date in the date field,
the delivery receipt number in the delivery receipt field, etc.
To define the character layout, attributes are introduced with which the font size and width can be set
individually. In addition, the conditions under which the text is to be printed can also be defined. The
printout COPY should not, for example, appear on the original receipt. Correspondingly, the option K
is provided for the text field COPY.
The application for the various attributes are described using an example.

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9.1.1 W & M Requirements

The definition of the delivery note is divided in two sections: the section subject to W & M regulations,
and the one not subject to W & M regulations.
During calibration a minimum layout requirement is defined in Parameter 3.1.3.4, enabling the
changing of the delivery note after calibration. Printing of the required text elements is mandatory on
any delivery note and any invoice (W & M requirement).
After any change made in the delivery note definition the Sening MultiFlow checks whether these
mandatory text elements are available. In case a text element is found missing, an error message
appears on the screen. Only when all required text elements are available in the delivery note
definition, the delivery note can be changed and adapted. This procedure ensures that no parameter
required by W & M regulations is omitted in the delivery note definition. Additional amendments to
the delivery note definition can thus be made without breaking the W & M seal.

9.1.2 Entry Dialogue

The form entry dialogue enables the user to change, delete and insert into the list of elements which
describe a form.
Standard Receipt
ID

(1:22)
: 1

String
Line
: 20
Column
: 10
Attributes: N
Options
: D
Format:
DELIVERY NOTE
New

Clear

==>

The following keys are used to control the list:

Create and insert a new element
Delete displayed element
Display next element
Edit element
Terminate editing of form, cancel all changes after confirmation by the user
Terminate editing of form

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The field to be edited is identified in pointed brackets > <:
Standard Receipt
ID

(1:22)
: 1

String
Active Entry Field

Line
:>20 <
Column
: 10
Attributes: N
Options
: D
Format:
DELIVERY NOTES
New

Clear

==>

The following key assignment applies when editing:

Shift between upper and lower case characters
Deletes the character to the left of the cursor.
When active: Selects the language with multilingual text.
Save entry, continue with the next entry field.
Cancel dialogue, restore old values, close mask.
Close dialogue, save all entries.
The defined receipt layout can be printed and checked in the reports menu (PRINT).

9.1.2.1 Positioning on the Receipt

To position the texts on the receipt the X and Y positions must be defined first. This position is then
used as the reference point for all other definitions.
As the first step, check the setting for the spacing. For a standard delivery
receipt definition the spacing should always be set to 1 character.
The entry is confirmed with <Print>.
Next, the columns for the actual printout are defined. This specifies how
much space is to be maintained at the left margin of the page.
The figure for the lines before printout gives the distance to the upper
page margin. No text is printed in this section.
See also Chapter 0.
When the menu 3.4.4 Receipt Layout is selected, the receipt header coded 0 appears. In future you
will be able to define various receipts, currently only the standard receipt is defined. You cannot
change this setting.
Use the <F3> key = = > to display the first defined form element.

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The various form elements are displayed in the same order as they are printed
on the receipt.

Standard Receipt
ID

(1:15)
: 20

(X-Position) Column

Receipt Title
Line
: 1
Column
: 0
Attributes: DW
Options
:
Format:
RECEIPT TITLE
New

Clear

==>

Line
(Y-Position)

The text Receipt Title in above mask serves as a placeholder for the receipt title, the ID of which is
20. You define the print position on the receipt by entering line and column.
Add a new receipt definition with <F1> NEW.
ID 1 string of characters is always pre-set.
From the summary of text elements (modules) (see Chapter 9), you can now choose a predefined text module (form element), or you can enter the required text to the form display.
Press the <Enter> key to start processing the text element.

With the blinking cursor you are asked to enter the ID.
Enter the ID of the required text element and press <Enter>.

Now definition of the Line is required.

Enter the required line position at which the text is to be printed.
Enter the Column.

Now the positioning of the text on the receipt is completed.

With Attributes and Options you can define the form and possible options for the printout.

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9.1.2.2 Form modification After Sealing

After the Sening MultiFlow has been sealed the parts of the form description relevant for calibration
are secured against manipulation. This means that those form elements listed in the minimum
requirements (Parameter 3.1.5.4) are monitored.
The Sening MultiFlow prevents the formatting or the options for these elements from being
changed. The position and attributes of these elements however remain variable.
See also Chapter 0.

9.1.2.3 Example of a Receipt

The receipt illustrated below shows how the receipt definition must be carried out.

Invoice
oter no.:
PI-ME 97
Receipt no.:
001275
Delivery date:
01.12.97
Start of discharge: 10:45:30
End of discharge: 10.48:55
Customer ID.:
000000
* Heating oil

*Amount at 15 Cel 228 L *

*w.Tax:$87.65 /100L = $199.84 *

Additive (0.5L) 1 pc.

w.Tax:$23.45 / pc.= $23.45

Total net
$194.16
Tax 15.00 % 194.16 $29.13

Total gross $223.29

----------------------Signed

Youve been served

by:C.Anyone

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9.1.3 Summary of Text Modules

In order to obtain an overview of which elements (modules) are available for the definition of the
receipt, a summary can be printed with the function Form elements (Menu 3.4.6). The attributes
supported by the connected printer are also shown in the printout.
The example shown below was produced by a DR-295 printer. From the table it can also be seen that
not all the attributes are supported by the DR-295.
Example of a Printout of the Text Modules:
Form Element List Attr Opt
-----------------------------------------0 Header
1 Litral
2 Meter ID :#20#
3 Receipt ID :#20#
4 Customer ID :#20#
5 Driver ID :#20#
6 Date :#20#
7Time :#20#
8 Deliv.Date :#20#
9 Deliv.Start :#20#
10 Deliv.End :#20#
11 PRODUCT BLOCK 1 D
12 PRODUCT BLOCK 2
13 PRODUCT BLOCK 3
14 SUM BLOCK 1
D R
15 SUM BLOCK 2
D R
16 SUM BLOCK 3
D R
17 Compact, SUM BLOCK
18 Drivers name:#1#
19 Meter before start: D
20 RECEIPTTITLE DW
21 INVOICE
DW R
22 DELIVERY NOTE
DW L
23 ZERO RECEIPT
DW L
24 W & M RECEIPT
DW L
25 (COPY)
B K
26 W&M-REMARK
2
27 SEAL-ALERT
2 X
28 UNDEFINED
29 UNDEFINED
30 PRODUCT BLOCK 4 D
31Transfer-Remark B PS
32 Selected Hose :#18#
33 Average Flow :#18#
50 Drop line start
51 Drop line end
54 Product name
55 Drop volume
56 Measurement unit
57 Average temperature
58 Average density
59 Drop mode (short)
60 Drop mode (long)

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61Total StartVT
62Total StartV0
63Total Start Masse
64Total Start Add
65Total EndVT
66Total EndV0
67Total End Mass

68 Total end Add -----------------------------------------Minimum Layout:2,3,(11:12),25

------------------------------------------

Attributes Marked with an X are Supported:

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9.1.3.1 Description of Text Modules

ID

Printed text

Name

Remarks

Form header

This element is contained in

each form; it acts as anchor
for all user-defined elements.
This element does not appear
on the receipt.
Text element, defined by
operator
Device Identification

<Any text>

String, Literal, Text

2*
3*
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1*

Meter no.:
123456
Receipt no.:
123456
Customer ID.: 123456
Driver ID.:
123456
Date: dd.mm.(YY)yy
Time: ss:mm(:ss)
Delivery date: dd.mm.(YY)yy
Start of discharge:
ss:mm(:ss)
End of discharge:
ss:mm(:ss)
Product name
Volume at nn Cel
XXXXXXX L
w. Tax: $12.34 /100L = $YYYYY.YY

Device no.
Receipt no.
Customer ID
Driver ID
Date
Time
Delivery date
Discharge start time
Discharge end time
Product block #1

Product name
At discharge temperature XXXXXXX L
w. Tax: $12.34 /100L = $YYYYY.YY

12*

13*
14

15

16

Product name
XXXXXXX Pc.
w. Tax: $12.34 /100pc = $YYYYY.YY
Product name
Volume at nn Cel
XXXXXXX L
At discharge temperature XXXXXXX L
w. Tax: $12.34 /100L = $YYYYY.YY
(see ID # 11)
Total net
$12345.67
Tax 12.34% 1234.56
$12345.67
Total gross
$12345.67
Total net
$12345.67
Tax 12.34% 1234.56
$12345.67
Total gross
$12345.67
At exchange rate 1.23456
Total gross
xxxxxxx EUR
Total net
$12345.67
Tax 12.34% 1234.56
$12345.67
Total gross
Total gross

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Current date
Current time
Date at start of discharge

Contains product name and

code, discharge volume and
type, gross and net prices only
on invoice.
Figures on compensation may
vary!

Product block #2

Both volumes GRS and GST

are printed.

Product block #3

Price line also on delivery

note
Contains net sum, taxes,
gross sum

Sum block #1

Sum block #2

Same as sum block #1,

however stating both
currencies.

Sum block #3

Same as sum block #2, but

without stating the exchange
rate.

$12345.67
xxxxxxx EUR

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ID

Printed text

Name

Remarks

17

Product Name
Volume at nn C/F
XXXXXXX Gal
@$ X.XXX/gal=
$ XXX.XX
Net Amount
$ XXXX.XX
Tax X.X% XX.XX $ XXXX.XX
Total Amount
$XXXXX.XX

Compact Sum Block

Similar to Product Block #1

with the Sum Block #1.

18

Drivers name: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Drivers name

19

Meter before start: 0 L

Meter reading

20

RECEIPT TITLE

Receipt title

21

INVOICE

Text: Invoice

22

DELIVERY NOTE

Text: Delivery note

23

ZERO RECEIPT

Text: Zero receipt

24

W & M RECEIPT

Text: Calibration

25*

COPY

Text: Copy

26

Data from calibrated parts of the device are

enclosed by *.

Cal. Remark

27

Seal Alarm

28**

Seal broken!
No responsibility accepted for any values
measured.
PRODUCT TRANSFER

Drivers name from driver

table.
Meter reading before the
discharge (appears on zero
receipt).
Combines the fields 21-24 and
28 - 29; differentiated
positioning is not possible.
Predefined text element (only
appears on invoices).
Predefined text element (only
appears on delivery notes).
Predefined text element (only
appears on zero receipts).
Predefined text element (only
appears on calibration
receipts).
Predefined text element (only
appears on copies).
Standard text for printouts
made on forms not bearing
the compulsory remark.
Standard text used whenever
the seal is broken.

29**

SELF LOADING

Text: Self Loading

30*

(see ID # 11)

Product block 4

31**

Only for internal use,

Not Authorised for Trade Use !

Transfer Remark

Text: Prod. Transf.

50

Drop line start

51

Drop line end

52
53
54
55

Free
Free
Product name
Drop volume

104

nnnnnnn (.mm)

Predefined text element (only

appears on transfer forms).
Predefined text element (only
appears on selfloading forms).
(see ID # 11);
the positions of Discharge
type and Product name
are exchanged.
Predefined text element (only
appears on selfloading and
product transfer forms).
Identifies the beginning of a
record line
Identifies the end of a record
line

Formatting dependent on
equipment setting and
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ID

Printed text

56
57
58
59

Name

Unit of measurement
Average temperature
Average density
Drop mode (short)
CRS or
reference temperature in C
Drop mode (long)

+nn(.m C)
nnn(.m kg/m3)
xx

61

At the drop temperature

or, if compensated
volume at nn C
nnnnnnnn L

Total Start VT

62

nnnnnnnn L

Total Start V0

63

nnnnnnnn Kg

Total Start Mass

64

nnnnnnnn L

Total Start Add

65

nnnnnnnn L

Total Ende VT

66

nnnnnnnn L

Total Ende V0

67

nnnnnnnn Kg

Total Ende Masse

68

nnnnnnnn L

Total Ende Add

60

Remarks

Totalizer Reading for VT

before start of the first
discharge
Totalizer Reading for V0
before start of the first
discharge
Totalizer Reading for Mass
before start of the first
discharge
Totalizer Reading for Additive
before start of the first
discharge
Totalizer Reading for VT after
the last discharge
Totalizer Reading for V0 after
the last discharge
Totalizer Reading for Mass
after the last discharge
Totalizer Reading for Additive
after the last discharge

Elements marked by an * are subject to W & M regulations. When saving the layout and before
each delivery a test is made of whether the necessary elements are contained in the form (see
parameter 3.1.5.4, minimal layout).

Elements marked with are only used with certain software features.

**

If forms are used which have the required text printed in you may do without the element 26.

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9.1.3.2 Placeholders
Placeholders are provided for values which are only produced during the printout (e.g. time, date,
discharged amount). The placeholders are set between # characters and the figure indicates the
number of characters reserved for formatting.
For example, six characters ( #6# ) are provided for the meter number. The delivery date can be
regarded as a special case. Eight characters are sufficient for the short form without the century
figure. However, if the century is to be printed, then a placeholder for minimum 10 characters must
be provided.
The length of the placeholder always determines the minimum space to be
reserved. If the output requires more space, the setting is ignored.
The actual value is always placed right aligned in the reserved area.

9.1.3.3 Options
One character or a number of characters also indicate the option of when the text is to be printed. The
text is only printed when the selected conditions are also fulfilled after the printing job is triggered.
The following abbreviated designations are defined:
L/D

Delivery note

R/I

Invoice

K/C Copy
N/Z Zero receipt
V

Electronic seal Verified

Electronic seal (soft seal) broken

Product transfer between single compartments of a truck

Self loading

Example: LK: The text with this option is only printed on delivery notes when a copy is involved.
X: A text with this option only printed when the electronic seal is broken.

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9.1.3.4 Attributes
A range of attributes are made available to the user for individual receipt layout. The selection of the
available attributes is limited here by the possibilities offered by the printer used. The Sening MultiFlow
supports both the DR-295 (FDW) and the DR-570 (FDW).
The effect of the various attributes can be seen in the summary (Chapter 0) or in a sample receipt
(Chapter 0).
A character string represents the attributes used (max. combination of 3):
Attribute

Explanation

DR-295

DR-298

DR-570

Epson
295

yes

yes

yes

Bold

Condensed

Italic

(yes)+

yes

Underlined

yes

yes

yes

Superscript

yes

Subscript

yes

Small

yes

Double Height

yes

yes

yes

yes

Double Width

yes

yes

yes

yes

10 CPI (Font size 1)

yes

yes

yes

yes

12 CPI (Font size 2)

yes

yes

yes

yes

yes

yes

Printing is inverted instead of italic

Example: DWU. The text is printed in double height, double width and underlined.

9.1.3.5 Sum Blocks

With the introduction of the sum blocks #2 and #3 the changing from one currency (e.g. ) to another
(e.g. EURO) has become easier.
In the interim the sum block #2 can be used to print two currencies on the receipts. Internally all prices
are computed in the respective applicable currency (Parameter 3.1.4.3.1). However, on the invoice
an additional amount (in the alternative currency) as well as the respective exchange rate may be
printed.
After the introduction of the EURO the will become the alternative currency. All prices which had
been defined in the national currency before, will have to converted. Especially for the prices of liquid
product it is absolutely advisable to use a price factor in order to keep the conversion loss small.
Example: In Belgium prices are normally defined by factor 1, i.e. the price per liter. At the same time
the exchange rate EURO to BEF is about 40. In order to keep pricing continuously precise,
the price factor 100 (price per 100 liters) should be introduced.

9.1.4 Control Printout

The layout of the receipt can be printed for test purposes to check the created receipt definition in
Menu 3.4.5 Print form. Here, placeholders are printed for the text which is to be printed later, e.g.
Sum block or also Receipt title. The line and column positioning however does not differ from the

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actual printout.
Sample printout with placeholders:

RECEIPT TITLE
COPY
Meter ID :#20#
Receipt ID :#20#
Deliv.Date :#20#
Deliv.Start :#20#
Deliv.End :#20#
Customer ID :#20#

PRODUCT BLOCK 1
SUM BLOCK
--------------Signed
Youve been served
by:#15#

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Secondly the receipt is printed out in descriptive form.
The Y position specifies the line position in lines before printing (Parameter 3.4.3) and the X position
gives the column position in columns before printing (Parameter 3.4.2).
Receipt printout in descriptive form:
(341) Spacing
:Characters
(342) Columns before printing :0
(343) Lines before printing :0
(344) Form descr. Y X Attr Opt
-----------------------------------------Standard receipt ( 0) 0 0
RECEIPTTITLE ( 20) 0 0 DW
COPY
( 25) 2 8 B K
Meter ID :#20# ( 2) 3 0
Receipt ID :#20# ( 3) 4 0
Deliv.Date :#20# ( 8) 5 0
Deliv.Start :#20# ( 9) 6 0
Deliv.End :#20# ( 10) 7 0
Customer ID :#20# ( 4) 8 0
PRODUCT BLOCK 1 ( 11) 10 0 D
TOTAL BLOCK ( 14) 14 5 D R
------------------ ( 1) 25 8
Signature
( 1) 26 11
Youve been served ( 1) 30 0
by:#15#
( 18) 31 0

(X-Position) Column

Line
(Y-Position)

The descriptive text and the code (in brackets) state the text modules used (see Chapter 0).
Special formatting, e.g. double height, bold, underlining, etc. are specified under Attr (refer to Chapter
0). See also the effect of the attributes on the printout of the receipt summary.
If nothing is specified under Opt, then the defined text appears on the invoice and on the delivery note
(refer to Chapter 0).If D is entered as the option, then a printout only occurs on the delivery note,
whereas for option I the printout correspondingly only occurs on the invoice. The option C only
applies to copies, i.e. the text is only printed out for a copy.
In the module summary (see Chapter 0) the standard attributes and options for the printout are
already specified. For the text, Invoice, for example, is specified with double height, double width
and as option I so that the printout only occurs on an invoice.

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9.2 Definition of an original delivery note (OBC operation)

Since the OBC is not included in the calibration, the measurement system must independently (i.e.
without intervention from the OBC) print a drop record (the so-called original delivery note).
This original delivery note is then placed at the beginning of the actual delivery documentation (bill /
delivery note). The positions are printed at the same time as the transfer of the measurement results to
the OBC.
Example of the layout of a delivery form:
Original Delivery Note
Counter no. Del. note
*FMC-001
004711 (K)

Date
09.02.2000

Customer address/order (short)

Product Discharge type

Volume
EL heating oil
Compensated for 15C

2374 L *

Signature of customer

Supplier address / logo

Customer address

Date
Time
Bill no.

Items supplied

Sub-total
Tax
Total

Credit period

Supplier data, manager, telephone / fax nos., bank details etc.

Payment transfer form

Customers stub
(and / or)
direct debit authority

The OBC is initially only required to print a header, to position the printing head, and possibly to make
desirable adjustments to the attributes (when not controlled by the measuring system).

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When the discharge has been completed and the record of the measurements has been printed, the
OBC can add customer information to the original delivery note so that it can easily be assigned at a
later stage.
The purpose of the original delivery note is to obtain a confirmation of delivery (a signature) from the
end customer on the calibrated delivery note. The driver brings this back to the office for use in
accounting and the calculation of government duty. The rest of the form is retained by the customer.

9.2.1 Format
In contrast to the TMC operating mode the original delivery note when the measurement system(s) are
connected to an OBC (i.e. via an EMIS gateway) is variable. I.e. the original delivery note can be
matched to the different requirements of the tanker operator.
To define the original delivery note the form editor already described is used. However form modules
other than those included in the standard documentation are sometimes used.
The lines of the delivery note are first fully assembled and then transmitted to the
printer in the FDW protocol.
The whole line is enclosed by asterisks (*).

The special format of the form layout makes necessary an altered compilation for
the minimal layout (Parameter 3.1.5.4):
Minimal layout : 2,3,8,25,54,
55,56,(59:60)

For the above example the receipt definition is as follows:

(341) Step-length :Character
(342) Columns before print :0
(343) Lines before print :0
(344) Form descr. Y X Attr Opt
-----------------------------------------Standard receipt ( 0) 0 0
( 50) 1 0 2
#1#
( 2) 2 0
#6#
( 3) 2 17
(K)
( 25) 2 24 B K
#10#
( 8) 2 28
#1#
( 54) 2 40
#21#
( 60) 2 60
#7.0#
( 55) 2 81
#3#
( 56) 2 90
( 51) 3 0

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9.2.2 Header
The TMC controller provides a header over the lines of the original delivery note, describing the
structure of the original delivery note. At present this is also added by the measuring system to the
original delivery note in accordance with instructions from the TMC. It is omitted from the second
position, since the structure is always the same.
In the new scheme, this header (when necessary) will be printed by the OBC before it transmits the
discharge orders to the measuring system(s). This considerably lightens the control load. The contents
of the original delivery note lines (as described above) are adapted by the form editor to the
requirements of the OBC.

9.3 Printer Settings

To adapt the Sening MultiFlow to different printers, the connected printer must be parameterised.
The connected printer can be selected in Menu 3.2.1
Printer Settings
Printer selection.
Selection:

32

After selecting the menu point, you can select the

desired printer.

To select the physical interface, you can define in the

menu point 3.2.2 Type of interface a connection
of RS232 type with 0 and of RS485 type with 1.

The connector assignment for the types of interface

is different and the printer interface must be wired
according to the enclosed wiring diagram.

You can select one of the data rates 9600 baud or

19200 baud. The Epson-295 printer is normally
operated with 9600 baud and the DR-570 printer with
19200.

With the setting for the parity check you define

whether no check (0), or even (1) or odd parity (2) is to be checked.

The figure for lines per page defines after how many lines a new page is to begin. With a DIN A4
sheet of paper up to 66 lines can be printed. This figure is however restricted by the various paper
transport mechanisms, so that with a line number of 57 no writing over the edge of the page
normally occurs.

For a secure data transfer, you can switch on (1) or off (0) the FDW -Protocol under selection point
6. This parameter is only available if the seal is broken.
If the FDW-Protocoll is switched off and printing is required, the display will show:
Is Printer prepared?
Answering with Yes <F1> will start the printing.
Answering with No <F2> will display the message: Please copy...

Furthermore, you can define an FDW timeout. If the printer does not respond after this timeout has
expired, then a Resend is started. With the entry under this parameter you define how often
attempts should be made to output data to the printer.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

Printer Selection
Interface Type
Transfer Rate
Parity Check
Lines per Page
FDW Protocol
Paper Feed
Reverse Eject

Up

112

Down

---

Menu for Printer Settings

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If the resends are not successful within the defined number of attempts, then an error message is
printed. You must then write the receipt manually.
With the Epson-295 or DR-295 FDW the paper feed can alternatively occur
automatically or manually using the operating panel. To achieve exact positioning
of the receipt information, it is recommended to activate automatic feed (Parameter
3.2.7).

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10 Printing out Reports (Key <Print>)
Each delivery is saved by the Sening MultiFlow and
can be printed out later as a report. Thus a
complete shift or tour can be documented with all
the events occurring on a tour or Trip Report.

Reports
Selection:
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

In order to activate the print menu press the

<Print> key in the ready menu on the Sening
MultiFlow.

With the reports menu which is then

displayed you can select and print all the
required reports.

Short Report
Detailed Report
Copy Receipt
Zero-Bill
Parameter List
Event Report
Office Link

Up

Down

---

<Print>Menu

The following reports can be called with the <Print> key:

No.

Sea

Short report

Detailed report

Copy receipt

4
5
5.1
5.2
5.3

ZERO receipt
Parameter list
W & M settings
All settings
Driver list

D
D
D
D
M

5.4
5.5
6

Form elements
Receipt layout
Event report

D
D
M

Office link

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Name

Meaning
Short report over the selected reporting period.
Selection possible according to time or receipt no.
Detailed overview over the selected reporting period.
Selection possible according to time or receipt no.
Reproduction of receipts according to selected receipt
numbers
Receipt as proof that counter is at ZERO
Only prints settings relevant to W&M requirements
Prints all settings.
Output list of all registered drivers
NOTE:
The passwords for the master access
are printed as well.
Listing of defined form elements
Test printout of defined receipt layout
Print extract from the log book according to selected
time period
Save a Trip Report on the chip card
(see Chapter 12.1.3.1)

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10.0.1 Time and Date in AM / PM Format
Parameter 1.5.X
Main Menu > Display Configuration > Date/Time Format > 0=Military, 1=AM/PM
This parameter will be available for viewing through the Contrast screen on the MultiFlow, on printed
reports, and in the chip card data.
The time and date input screen in the Display Configuration Menu includes an input field which allows
the user to select AM, PM, or military. If military format time is selected, the operation of the MultiFlow
will be unchanged with the hours formatted as 0-24 and the date formatted as DD.MM.YYYY. If AM or
PM is selected, the time will be formatted as 0-12 hours and either an a or p appended to the time to
indicate AM or PM (HH:MMp or HH:MMa). The date shall be formatted as MM.DD.YYYY.

10.1 Trip Report

You can now select the desired receipt printouts from the menu Detailed report. The data that
has been printed is not deleted afterwards.
The receipt memory is organised as a ring-buffer memory with a memory of 200 records.
When the memory is full, the oldest records are overwritten with the new data. It is possible to
reconstruct older procedures even after printing out (provided they have not already been
overwritten by new data).
To support this function, the type of printout is requested after initiating a print function. A
differentiation is made between report according to time and report according to receipt.
For a report according to time
You enter the time period which the report is to cover. Therefore the report start time (date and
time) and the report end time (also date and time) are required.

All data occurring in this period is then printed out.

With a report according to receipt
You enter the start receipt number first, followed by the receipt number where the printout is to
finish.

Thus it is possible to again document individual receipts. The tedious searching for the date
and time as the print criterion is not needed.

10.1.1 Trip Reports on the Chip Card

An important task in the daily routine in the oil business is the checking of the supplied deliveries with
the billing department. Normally, use is made of duplicates of the delivery papers and of Trip Reports.
The Sening MultiFlow in its current version also supports a data interface for office EDP which
is not dependent on the installation of electronics in the tank truck.
In comparison to the Truck Management Computer (TMC) this is a low cost solution which is
based on the well-known chip card technology also used for saving the Sening MultiFlow
parameter settings.
All data contained in the detailed report (see Chapter 0) are written to a chip card.
Do not use the parameter chip card for the Trip Report because then all parameter
data on the chip will be deleted.

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The trip data contained on the chip card can be processed by a number of
commercially available data processing systems. We would be pleased to send you
appropriate information material on request.

10.1.1.1 Saving the Trip Report

As with all other reports, the saving of the Trip Report is offered in the report menu.
Activate the report menu with the <Print> key.

Now the report menu is displayed.

Reports
Selection:
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Short Report
Detailed Report
Copy Receipt
Zero-Bill
Parameter List
Event Report
Office Link

Up

Down

---

Select menu point 7 Office link.

Now you have the choice of restricting the extent of the report by stating the receipt number
range or the time period.
See Chapter 0 / Page 115 and 0 / Page 118

Once the data has been transferred, the message Data transfer successful! appears.
The last event in the report time-period is saved by the Sening MultiFlow and is
used during the next data transfer for determining the default setting for the
required extent of the report.

Now you can take the chip card out of the Sening MultiFlow and the data can be processed
by a suitable EDP system.

Manual data acquisition with its attendant transfer errors is no longer needed.

10.1.1.2 Large Quantities of Data

If the gathered report data exceeds the capacity of one chip card, the remaining data can be
transferred to a second card, and so on. In this case the following message appears after the
data transfer:

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Chip card full! Please insert next chip card
Change the chip card.
Then acknowledge the message with <F1> OK

The transfer is continued.

To avoid data losses, it is essential to change the chip card before acknowledging
the message!

10.2 Short Report

The reports made available differ in the length of the printout and thus in their information content. With
the short report only the most important data in compressed form is printed out.
Example for a Short Report:
The trip report shows three information blocks
beneath the report heading:

Trip Report

Block 1 shows details of each delivered

product:

Report date :20.02.2003 10:30

Meter no. :PI-ME 97
Personnel no. :4150 (C.Anyone)
Tour start :19.02.2003 14.39
Tour end :20.02.2003 10:25
ReceiptTime D.Pr GST Temp.
-----------------------------------------19.02.2003:
000091 14:39 4 11 (1001) +19,9
000092 16:15 7 11 (1745) +25,9
000092 16.15 0 21 ( 1) - 20.02.2003:
000093 10.25 10 12 2525 +25,3
-----------------------------------------Heating oil 11 2746
2726
Diesel
12 2525
2502
Additive (0.5L) 21 1
Total
Meter Tour
-----------------------------------------Liquids VT L 6472 5270
Vo L 6419 5227
Additive
L 0.00 0.00
-End of List-

Vo

997
1729

(2502)

Receipt Document number

Time

Point of time when the delivery

started

D.

Duration of the delivery in minutes

Pr

Product register

GRS

Uncompensated volume in litres

Temp.

Average product temperature

during delevery in C

GST

Compensated volume in C

The volume, which is relevant to the

respective discharge (GST for
temperature-compensated measurement
of the delivered volume, GRS for
uncompensated measurement), is shown
in brackets. In the case of bulk goods the
delivered quantity is in column GST.
Block 2 forms the cumulative block. Here
the sums of all the products delivered in
the time covered by the report are listed.
Block 3 shows the cumulative statuses of
the measuring system (daily and total
sums).

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10.3 Detailed Report

If more information is required, then a complete Trip Report can be printed out. Here, all the
information is listed in detail. The detailed report is shown below as a comparison to the short report.
The trip report shows three information blocks beneath the report heading:

Trip Report
Report date :20.02.2005 10:30
Meter no. :PI-ME 97
Personnel no. :4150 (C.Anyone)
Tour start :19.02.2005 14.39
Tour end :20.02.2005 10:25
No. Time Product Name Unit GST
Client Dura.Code Temp. Unit GRS
Gross Rec. Pay. Dens. Mass
-----------------------------------------19.02.2003:
91 14:39 Heating oil L 1001
000000 4 11 +19,9 L 997+
0 0 845,00 kg 842
92 16:15 Heating oil L 1745
000000 7 11 +25,9 L 1729+
$1515,47 1 2 845,00 kg 1461
92 16:15 Additive (0,5L) pcs 1+
000000 0 21 - pcs $23,45 1 2 kg -

Block 1 gives 3 lines of detailed information for each

product delivered:
No.
Document number
Time
Point of time when the delivery
started
Product Name Name of delivered product in plain
text
Unit
Unit of measurement for the following
compensated volume
GST
Uncompensated volume in litres
Client
Client number. The client number
query can be activated before
starting discharge with Parameter
3.1.4.5.3.
Dura.
Duration of the delivery in minutes
Code
Product code (product register)
Temp.
Average product temperature in C
Unit
Unit of measurement for the following
uncompensated volume
GRS
Compensated volume in litres
Gross
Sales price incl. Tax

Rec.

20.02.2003:
93 10:25 Diesel
L 2525+
000000 10 12 +25,7 L 2502
0 0 835,00 kg 2089
-----------------------------------------Total Heating oil L 2746
11 11
L 2726
$1515,47 845,00 kg 2303
Total

Diesel
L 2525
10 12
L 2502
$0.00 835,00 kg 2089

Total

Additiv (0,5L) Stk

0 21
Stk $23.45

Dens. Reference density for calculation of temperature

compensation
Mass
The weight of delivered product
calculated from the volume and density

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Type of document printed:

0 Delivery receipt
1 Invoice, gross (incl. Tax)
2 Invoice, net (excl. Tax)
3 Self-loading
4
Product transfer
ay.
Payment upon
invoice print-out
0 No payment
1 Cash
2 Cheque
3 Credit card
4 Debit procedure /
direct debit authorisation
9 Undefined

The relevant volume for the respective discharge

(GST for temperature-compensated measurement
of the delivered volume, GRS for uncompensated
measurement) is marked with a plus sign (+). In
the case of bulk goods the delivered quantity is in

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-----------------------------------------$ 1338.10 (Net takings)
$ 1538.92 (Gross takings)
Final total
Meter Tour
-----------------------------------------Liquids VT L 6472 5270
Vo L 6419 5227
Additives
L 0,00 0.00
-End of List-

column GST.
Block 2 forms the cumulative block. Here the
sums of all the products delivered in the time
covered by the report are listed.
The cumulative statuses of the measuring system
(daily and total sums) are shown in Block 3.

10.4 Copy Receipt

If a receipt is lost or has become contaminated or illegible because the ink ribbon was worn, you
can repeat this printout at any time with the function Copy receipt.

The addition Copy is printed on the receipt to differentiate from the original.

10.5 Zero-Bill

A blank receipt is printed out with the function Zero-Bill.

The receipt counter is not incremented.

With this receipt you prove that the Sening MultiFlow is in the standby mode and not in the
discharge mode already.

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10.6 Printout of Parameter List
The function parameter list is subdivided into three points:
Parameter List
Selection: 5
1 W&M Settings
2 All Settings
3 Driver List
4 Print Form

Up

120

Down

---

With the function W & M setting only the parameters relevant to W & M regulations are printed.
It is therefore possible to obtain a quick overview of the data of interest to the W & M inspector.

The complete set of parameters is printed out with All settings. This also includes those
parameters not relevant to W & M regulations.

With the function Driver list the list of all defined drivers with name, personnel number and
master code is printed.

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10.6.1 Printout of parameter list (example)

Parameter-List
Serial number

Device number
Meter Name
Personel ID

:
:
:

Version

Report date
Reference
The seal is approved!
Grand totals
Uncompens.Volume
CompensatedVol.
Compens.Weight
Total Additives
Fail volume

:
:

16TK0001
# 00
18UB0001
Z-4711
000001
3.04[3.04]DE
ABCDEF00
05.08.1999 11:50
000017

217169 L
205973 L
32098 kg
0.00 L
0.00 L

Device Settings
311 + Device Number
312 + Meter Name
313 + Seal Password

18UB0001
Z-4711
######

3141 Operating Mode

3142 Save Display

Standard
15 min

31431
31432
31433
31434
31435
31436
31437

Valid Currency
Exchange Rate
Position Symbol
Currency SymbolA
Currency Resol.A
Currency Symbol B
Currency Resol.B

Currency A
1,955830
After
$
2
EUR
2

31451
31452
31453
31454
31455

Driver ID Query
Language Query
Customer ID Query
CustType Query
Add Products Query

No
No
No
Yes
Yes

3148 Add Surcharge

3149 Default Surcharge

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3151 +Volume Resolution

3152 + No.of Discharges
3153 + Minimum Preset
3154 + Minimum Form
3155 + Price Correction
3156 + Decimal Separator
3157 + Show Additive
3158 + Flushig Volume
3159 + Auto.Abgabe-Stop

0
1
200 L
2,3,(11:12),25
Yes
.
No
0L
0 min

3161 Global Node No.

3162 CAN-Termimation
3163 OBC Node

0
1
0

Remote Control
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------31641 Enable Control
No
31642 Remote Ctrl Node
0
Level Probe
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------31651 ProbeTimeout
18
31652 Level Probe Node
0
Deadman Switch
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------31661 Enable Switch
No
31662 ProbeTimeout
18
31663 Deadman Sw.Node
0
3171 Internal Node No.
3172 Display No.1
3173 Display No.2

0
1
0

Valve Control
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3181 + Path Selection
Basic Control
3182 Turn-on Delay
10 sec
3183 Turn-off Delay
10 sec
Flow Control
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------31841 High Flow Rate ON
5L
31842 High Flow Rate OFF
20 L
31843 Wet Hose OFF
0,5 L
31844 Dry Hose (G) OFF
0,5 L
31845 Dry Hose (P) OFF
1,5 L
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MultiFlow:

Z-4711 (16TK0001)
Setup Count:000017
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3187 + Hose Set
3188 + Overfill Prev.
3189 Valve Compilation GVLx_xM:

UVLB
No
No

319 + Receipt ID

Printer Setting
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------321 Printer Selection
DR-295
322 InterfaceType
RS232
323 Transfer Rate
9600
324 Parity Check
No
325 Lines per Page

57

3261 + Protokol
3261 FDW-Timeout
3261 Resends

Yes
5 sec
3

327 Paper Feed

328 Reverse Eject

Yes
No

Units
1:Litres
2:Kilogram
3:Piece
4:Tonnes
5:Gallons (US)
6:Gallons (GB)
7:Millilitre
8:Cubic Centim.
9:Cubic Meter
0:No Unit

Type
(L )Volume
(kg ) Mass
(Pc.) Piece
(t ) Mass
(gal)Volume
(gal)Volume
(mL )Volume
(cm3)Volume
(m3 )Volume
( ) Piece

Pulse Inputs
3311 + Pulse Rating
3312 + Max.ReturnVol.
3313 + Max.Error Pulses
3314 + Sensor-Type
3315 + Min.Flow Rate
Temp.Sensor
3321 + Offset
3322 + Disable Sensor
0 + Offset 0C
0 + Offset 100C
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Factor
1.000000
1.000000
1.000000
0.001000
0.264172
0.219969
1000.000000
1000.000000
0.001000
1.000000

5,528000 1/L
8.00 L
11
THS-Type
80 L

0.00 C
No
1.13 C
0.00 C

05.08.1999, 15:53
Additive Pump
3331 + Piston Capacity
3332 + Meter Factor
3333 + Pump Position
3334 + HoseVolume
3335 Ext.Prod.Sensor
3336 Pump CycleTime
3337 + Start Interval
3338 + End Interval

50 mL
1.000000
Before
50 L
No
6000 msec
80 msec
80 msec

Product Setup (35.11.)

.1 + Product-Name
.2 + ProductType
.3 + W&M Code
.4 + Delivery Unit

Heating Oil
Liquid Product
1
Litres

.51 + Use Add.Injector

.52 + Additive Code

No
0

.61 Default Price

.62 Price Factor
.63 Tax Rate

87.65
100
16.00 %

.71
.72
.73
.74

Yes
15 C
Refined Oil
846.00

+ Compensation
+ Comp.Temperature
+ Product Group
+ Average Density

.751 + Meter-Factor 1
.752 + Meter-Factor 2
.753 + Meter-Factor 3
.754 + Meter-Factor 4
.755 + Flow Rate 1
.756 + Flow Rate 2
.757 + Flow Rate 3
.758 + Flow Rate 4

0.991234
1.000000
1.000000
1.000000
1000
0
0
0

Product Setup (35.12.)

.1 + Product-Name
.2 + ProductType
.3 + W&M Code
.4 + Delivery Unit

Diesel
Liquid Product
2
Litres

.51 + Use Add.Injector

.52 + Additive Code

No
0

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.61 Default Price
.62 Price Factor

55.00
100

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.63 Tax Rate

16.00 %

.71
.72
.73
.74

No
60 F
Refined Oil
835.00

+ Compensation
+ Comp.Temperature
+ Product Group
+ Average Density

.751 + Meter-Factor 1
.752 + Meter-Factor 2
.753 + Meter-Factor 3
.754 + Meter-Factor 4
.755 + Flow Rate 1
.756 + Flow Rate 2
.757 + Flow Rate 3
.758 + Flow Rate 4

0.991234
1.000000
1.000000
1.000000
1000
0
0
0

Product Setup (35.19.)

.1 + Product Name
.2 + ProductType
.3 + W&M Code
.4 + Delivery Unit

Unleaded
Liquid Product
3
Litres

.51 + Use Add.Injector

.52 + Additive Code

Yes
21

.61 Default Price

.62 Price Factor
.63 Tax Rate

120.00
100
16.00 %

.71
.72
.73
.74

No
60 F
Refined Oil
740.00

+ Compensation
+ Comp.Temperature
+ Product Group
+ Average Density

.751 + Meter-Factor 1
.752 + Meter-Factor 2
.753 + Meter-Factor 3
.754 + Meter-Factor 4
.755 + Flow Rate 1
.756 + Flow Rate 2
.757 + Flow Rate 3
.758 + Flow Rate 4

1.000000
1.000000
1.000000
1.000000
1000
0
0
0

MultiFlow:Z-4711 (16TK0001)
Setup Count:000017
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Product Setup (35.21.)
.1 + Product Name
.2 + ProductType
.3 + W&M Code
.4 + Delivery Unit

Additive (1 L)
Packed Goods
0
Pieces

.61 Default Price

.62 Price Factor
.63 Tax Rate

23.45
1
16.00 %

Product Setup (35.22.)

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------.1 + Product Name
Additive
.2 + ProductType
Additive (Pump)
.3 + W&M Code
20
.4 + Delivery Unit
Millilitres
.53 Ratio

2000

.61 Default Price

.62 Price Factor
.63 Tax Rate

14.60
1
16.00 %

Product Setup (35.31.)

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------.1 + Product Name
Transport Duty
.2 + ProductType
Packed Goods
.3 + W&M Code
0
.4 + Delivery Unit
No Unit
.61 Default Price
.62 Price Factor
.63 Tax Rate

15.00
0
16.00 %

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10.6.2 Printout Driver list

In the driver list shown below, under personnel number 7842 the driver C. Anyone is defined with
password # 1. No other drivers are defined. Furthermore, the personnel number 999999 is defined as
master with the password 654321. This factory setting is intended for the Sening MultiFlow installation
and can be changed at any time.
Example Driver list:

Driver list
Report date :27.11.1997 12.23
Meter number :PI-ME 97
-----------------------------------------(36) Drivers name
-----------------------------------------7842:
C.Anyone (1)
1:
Driver (0)
1:
Driver (0)
1:
Driver (0)
999999:
Master (654321)
-End of List-

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Section X Printing Out Reports

10.7 Event Report

The event report prints in chronological sequence all the events recorded in the log book.
For the printout you define a reporting period for which a log book printout is to be carried out.
Mainly this printout is of interest to the service personnel, because alarms are listed here
which indicate possible sources of error or faults.
Example Event report list:

Event report
Report date :27.05.2005 12.23
Version :3.40[3.40]UK
Meter number :PI-ME 97
-----------------------------------------The seal is approved !
-----------------------------------------13.11.1997 14:32
Login 987122 (Anyone, Driver)
13.11.1997 14:45
Drop
Heating oil 2015 L
13.11.1997 16:22
Drop
Heating oil 4365 L
-End of List-

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10.7.1 Log Book

In the log book all activities on the device (in particular discharges) are logged. From this log the Trip
Reports are generated.
The log book (list of events) is designed as a ring buffer in which only a limited number of events can
be retained (approx. 100 receipts).
For data security the event data are protected with a checksum.
The following events are retained in the log book:
Event

Description

Data

Logon

Switch on, initialization, driver

logon

Time, system status, driver ID

Logoff

Switch off (power down)

Time, system status, driver ID

Time, system status, driver ID

Alarm

Error status in hardware, software

and sensors

Drop

Delivery was terminated

Time, customer, product, volumes

Setup

The setup has been changed

Time, parameters, setting, access code

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Section XI Error Messages

11 Error Messages
The Sening MultiFlow error messages are subdivided into several categories.
The errors with the lowest priority normally arise due to erroneous input by the operator.
After acknowledgement of the error message (normally with <F1>), these are immediately
rectified by correct input.
Other errors which indicate a severe malfunction in the program execution are listed below:
Message
Parameter Alarm

Log book corrupted!

Password Penalty!
No Access!
Try again later!

No enough memory!
Unknown
CAN-Telegram
received!
ERROR!
SoftSeal
failed check!
ERROR!
Delivery interrupted
Printing receipt ...

Temperature error!

Pulse error!
Return-flow error!

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Meaning
Appears on conflict between parameters.
Printing of a parameter report is offered (see Chapter 0).
At least one record in the log book is corrupt, i.e. the checksum is not
correct.
Where possible, attempts are made to rectify the error automatically.
However, in any case some information is lost!
The operator has made an error in entering a password.
NOTE:
Re-entry is possible,
but with repeated erroneous entry
increased time delays are experienced.
The Sening MultiFlow cannot provide enough memory for a function.
In normal operation this should not arise.
IMPORTANT: A severe fault has occurred! It is essential to switch
the device off and then on again.
An unknown telegram is received at the external (global)
CAN Bus. This may result from a temporary disturbance.
NOTE: Service personnel must be consulted, if this alarm
continues to appear.
This message appears when the inspection of the soft seal has failed
(Checksum mismatch!).
IMPORTANT: A severe fault has occurred! Service personnel
must be consulted.
This message appears after switch-on when the device has been
switched off without terminating a running delivery with a receipt.
A delivery note for the open positions is automatically printed.
The Sening MultiFlow has registered either a product temperature
outside of the permissible range or an impermissible change in
temperature.
In both cases the delivery is interrupted and a receipt must be
printed.
The Sening MultiFlow has registered a pulse error (A and B pulses
are different).
The delivery is interrupted and a receipt must be printed.
The Sening MultiFlow has registered an impermissible return flow.
The delivery is interrupted and a receipt must be printed.

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Message
Pulse sensor
defective!

The Sening MultiFlow has detected a functional fault on the pulse

transmitter.
The delivery is interrupted and a receipt must be printed.

Additive
Max. cycle time
exceeded!

The additive pump (also called dosage pump) was not able to
execute a complete pump
cycle within the specified time period.
The delivery is interrupted and a receipt must be printed.

ERROR
Flow rate
below Minimum!

During the drop the flow rate was below the Min. Flow rate for 30
seconds.
The drop is interrupted and can be resumed by pressing START or
finished with STOP key.

Additive
Max. pump rate
exceeded!

The Sening MultiFlow has determined an additive pump rate for the
current product flow which the pump cannot deliver.
The delivery is interrupted and a receipt must be printed.

Additive
Product filling
level undercut!

The internal filling level sensor on the additive pump signals empty.
The delivery is interrupted and a receipt must be printed.

Additive
Ext. filling
level undercut!

The external filling level sensor on the additive pump signals empty.

Additive
Star t position
not detected!
Additive
Motion error!
Position unknown!
ERROR
Hose selection
not permissible!
ERROR
No flow!

Interruption by
Product Transfer or
Self Loading Sensor

128

Meaning

IMPORTANT: This information is not currently processed!

The Sening MultiFlow has not detected the initial position on
monitoring the pump piston.
The delivery is interrupted and a receipt must be printed.
The Sening MultiFlow has received impermissible information on
monitoring the piston position (both positions detected
simultaneously).
The delivery is interrupted and a receipt must be printed.
The operator has made an impermissible choice of hose
(only occurs with fully electronic selection).

The Sening MultiFlow has measured no flow over a lengthy time

period.
This message is released after the maximum waiting period. The
discharge must be terminated (cf. Parameter 3.1.5.9)
Cause 1: During product transfer or self-loading the signal input has
been deactivated (i.e. switch-over to normal discharge)
Cause 2: During a normal discharge the signal input for product
transfer / self-loading was activated.
The delivery is interrupted and a receipt must be printed.

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Message

Meaning
An error has occurred on monitoring the various memory ranges.
The factory settings are automatically restored.

MEMORY CHECK FAILED!

Restoring
factory settings...

Printer error!
Incorrect response
to FDW protocol

IMPORTANT:

All parameters are reset in this procedure.

Further operation without consulting service
personnel and without recalibration is not
permissible!

The printout of information relevant to W & M regulations on the

receipts occurs in the FDW mode which ensures correct output. The
error message indicates an error in the printer control.
If the problem persists after repeated attempts, the receipt data must
be copied manually from the display.
IMPORTANT:

Service personnel must be consulted immediately.

All error messages are recorded in the log book and can be called from there using a
printout (event report see chapter 0 / Page 125).

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12 Technical Data

130

Power supply

9-30V/1.5 A max., (optionally max. 2.2 A for AI)

Pulse input channel

2-channel input, type settable via SW

1. 12V 2-channel pulse transmitter (pnp output)
2. 12V 2-channel pulse transmitter (npn output)
3. 2-wire current output for THS pulse transmitter

Pulse frequency

max. 10 kHz

Outputs

7 outputs for driving solenoid valves

12V/500mA per output
Outputs protected against short circuit and overload.

Inputs

EEx ib IIB
4 intrinsically safe inputs for switching contacts

Temperature input

Pt100 according to IEC751

Measurement range

-60 to 110 C (-76 to 230 F)

Measurement error (-25 C to 70 C)

(-13 F to 158 F)

+/- 0.2 C

Async. communication

1 Type of communication selectable via SW switch

1. EIA232
2. RS232
3. RS422/RS485
Transmission rate 2400 to 19200 baud

Network communication (bus)

CANbus 100 kHz

Termination resistors switchable via SW.

Intrinsically safe power supply

2 intrinsically safe outputs

EEx ib IIB

Internal communication

Intrinsically safe CANbus

EEx ib IIB

Operating temperature

-20 to 50 C (4 to 122 F)

Housing

IP65, die-cast aluminium

Ambient conditions:

The following guidelines are fulfilled:

OIML R 117 A.4.4 (IEC68-2-6) Sinusoidal vibrations
OIML R 117 A.4.3 (IEC 68-2-30) Damp heat
OIML R117 A.4.1 (IEC68-2-2) and A.4.2 (IEC68-2-1) Dry hot and cold
temperatures

Interference immunity:

The following guidelines are fulfilled:

Conformance to OIML R 117
DIN EN 50 081-1 Interference emissions in living areas
DIN EN 50 082-2 Interference immunity in industrial areas
DIN 57 879-3 Radio frequency suppression on vehicles
DIN 40839-1 EMC in road vehicles, conducted interference
DIN 40839-3 EMC in road vehicles, induced interference
DIN V ENV 50140 Interference immunity to electromagnetic fields

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Section XIII Miscellaneous Information

12.1 Sening MultiFlow Control Device

Supply

12V nominal voltage under 30 Watt,

from built-in battery of corresponding vehicle,
protected against overvoltage (>50V)

Data circuit

In intrinsically safe level of protection: II 2 G EEx d [ib] IIB T4

with following maximum values
UO = 7.5 V
IO = 173 mA
PO = 325 mW
Characteristic: linear
or:

For connection to a certificated intrinsically safe circuit

with following maximum values (current addition)
Ui = 7.5 V
Ii = 173 mA
Pi = 325 mW
Max. permissible external capacitance CO = 260 F
Max. permissible external inductance LO = 1.4 mH
In intrinsically safe level of protection: II 2 G EEx d [ib] IIB T4
with following maximum values
UO = 15 V

Contact circuits

IO = 44 mA
PO = 165 mW
Characteristic: linear
Max. permiss. external capacitance CO = 2.4 F
Max permiss. external inductance LO = 70 mH
Power supply circuits

In intrinsically safe level of protection: II 2 G EEx d [ib] IIB T4

with following maximum values
UO = 15 V
IO = 360 mA
PO = 1.35 W
Characteristic: linear
Max. permiss. external capacitance CO = 2.4 F
Max permiss. external inductance LO = 0.2 mH

EU type test certificate

TV 97 ATEX 1176

The control device containing batteries, it must only be opened

outside of any area subject to explosion hazards.

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12.2 Operating Device

EU test sample certificate

TV 97 ATEX 1175

Supply circuit I + II

In intrinsically safe level of protection: II 2 G EEx ib IIB T4

Only for connection to a certificated intrinsically safe circuit with the
following maximum values:
Ui = 15 V
Ii = 360 mA
Pi = 1.35 W
The effective internal capacitance and inductance are negligibly
small.

Data circuits

In intrinsically safe level of protection: II 2 G EEx ib IIB T4

Only for connection to a certificated intrinsically safe circuit with the
following maximum values:
Ui = 7.5 V
Ii = 173 mA
Pi = 0.94 W
The effective internal capacitance and inductance are negligibly
small.

12.3 Printer
Part designation

Epson-295 or DR-295 FDW

Printer model

7 needle-shuttle-printer

Symbols per line

42-35

Print speed

about 2.3 lines/s

Print width

65mm

Paper feed

platform for single pages

min. 80 mm x 80 mm
max. 182 mm x 257 mm

Interface

serial V.24 with FDW-report

voltage supply

24V DC 10%

Copies of the relevant certificates are to be found in the appendix to this document.

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Section XIII Miscellaneous Information

13.2 Extract from the Preliminary Certificate

The preliminary test establishes whether the component conforms to the requirements of the type
approval. It can be submitted for calibration in conjunction with a pre-tested measuring apparatus
in a measuring system set up according to weights and measures legal requirements and operated
by a weights and measures authority.
The figure (number of error pulses) found in the test step Testing the pulse input (Test step no. 2)
is only used for testing the function of the pulse monitoring circuit. The setting of the number of
permissible error pulses which is dependent on the meter and pulse transmitter must be found
before calibration according to W & M instruction 5 (EA 5) and saved in System Parameter 3.3.1.3.
The number of permissible error pulses can be determined from the meter nominal values based on
the following formula:
Pdper

0.01 * Vmin * Ppul

Where:
Pdper
Ppul
Vmin

= max. permissible number of error pulses

= number of pulses per unit volume (meter name-plate)
= lowest measurement/discharge amount (meter name-plate)

The lowest measured volume must not be less than 200 liters.

Parameter settings for a minimum measurement volume of Vmin = 200

Pulse Rating
Parameter 3.3.1.1

Error Pulse Limit

Parameter 3.3.1.3

23.715 Pulses/

47

11.858 Pulses/

23

10.000 Pulses/

20

6.568 Pulses/

13

5.714 Pulses/

11

5.517 Pulses/

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13.3 DIL Switch Positions DR-290/DR295

The following factory settings are to be checked on the printer in the event of a fault:
Switch
SW-1

Epson
295
OFF

DR-290 /
DR-295
ON

SW-2
SW-3
SW-4
SW-5
SW-6
SW-7
SW-8
SW-9
SW-10

OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF

OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON

Function
Ignore transmission
errors
512Byte data buffer
Handshake XON/XOFF
8 Bit
No Parity
Even Parity
9600 Baud
Transparent mode ON

13.4 DIL switch setting DR-298-FDW

The switches that determine the operating modes of the DR-298 are located in the interior of the unit
(see manual).
The following factory settings are to be checked on the printer in the event of a fault :
Switch
SW-1

Position
ON

Function

SW-2

ON

SW-3

ON

SW-4

ON

SW-5

ON

SW-6

OFF

Handshake XON/XOFF

SW-7

ON

SW-8

ON

Printer mode
St

SW-9

OFF*

Pin6 Reset deactivated

SW-10

OFF*

Pin 25 Reset deactivated

9600 Baud
8 Bit
No Parity

* Any setting is valid

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Section XIII Miscellaneous Information

13.5 Settings on Printer Interface Card Type C82307 for DR-570

DIP Switch SW1

Setting

Remarks

ON

Card active

ON

8 Bit transmission

OFF

No parity

OFF

check

ON

Transmission speed (fixed)

ON / OFF

SW1-6 OFF: Baud rate 9,600

SW1-6 ON: Baud rate 19,200

Setting

Remarks

ON

Baud rate 3

ON

Baud rate 4

ON

Transparent mode active

ON

Protocol (XON / XOFF)

OFF

Current Loop

ON / OFF

ON: RS-422A / OFF: RS-232D

Setting

Remarks

OFF

Buffer mode active

ON

DR-570 mode

OFF

Buffer release at 768 Bytes

OFF

Flag DTR, positive polarity

OFF

DSR/DCD signal inactive

OFF

DTR Flag / XOFF, if buffer < 16 Bytes

OFF

Self-test inactive

OFF

Select self-test (loop-back)

DIP Switch SW2

DIP Switch SW3

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Jumper

Setting*

Remarks

JG

OFF

Link between earth and signal ground

J4

OFF

Receive RDA on Pin No. 16

J3

ON

J2

OFF

J1

OFF

(*) OFF = Jumper open

ON = Jumper plugged

13.6 Printer Settings DR-570 (Front)

The two DIP switches SW1 and SW2 are hidden behind the small flap at the front of the printer.
DIP Switch SW1

Setting

Remarks

ON

ON

Font

ON

PC437 (USA)

ON

OFF

Bi-directional printing

OFF

Draft quick printing active

OFF

8 KByte input buffer

OFF

Skip of page perforation inactive

DIP Switch SW2

Setting

ON

Page length

OFF

(12 inch, 305 mm)

ON

Automatic tear-off active

OFF

Automatic line feed inactive

Remarks

Only the above setting ensures a proper printout under all circumstances.
At any rate, the setting German font must be avoided, since with this setting no OCRA lettering can
be printed on the payment transfer forms.

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Section XIV Character Sets Available for the Sening MultiFlow

14 Character sets available for the Sening MultiFlow
14.1 PC437 character set
This character set is used for the west European and English-speaking area.
Hex

Dec

20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
2A
2B
2C
2D
2E
2F
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
3A
3B
3C
3D
3E
3F
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
4A
4B
4C

32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76

ASCII

Hex

Dec

4D
4E
4F
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
5A
5B
5C
5D
5E
5F
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
6A
6B
6C
6D
6E
6F
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79

77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
100
101
102
103
104
105
106
107
108
109
110
111
112
113
114
115
116
117
118
119
120
121

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ASCII

Hex

Dec

7A
7B
7C
7D
7E
7F
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
8A
8B
8C
8D
8E
8F
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
9A
9B
9C
9D
9E
9F
A0
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6

122
123
124
125
126
127
128
129
130
131
132
133
134
135
136
137
138
139
140
141
142
143
144
145
146
147
148
149
150
151
152
153
154
155
156
157
158
159
160
161
162
163
164
165
166

ASCII

Hex

Dec

A7
A8
A9
AA
AB
AC
AD
AE
AF
B0
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
B6
B7
B8
B9
BA
BB
BC
BD
BE
BF
C0
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
C7
C8
C9
CA
CB
CC
CD
CE
CF
D0
D1
D2
D3

167
168
169
170
171
172
173
174
175
176
177
178
179
180
181
182
183
184
185
186
187
188
189
190
191
192
193
194
195
196
197
198
199
200
201
202
203
204
205
206
207
208
209
210
211

ASCII

Hex

Dec

D4
D5
D6
D7
D8
D9
DA
DB
DC
DD
DE
DF
E0
E1
E2
E3
E4
E5
E6
E7
E8
E9
EA
EB
EC
ED
EE
EF
F0
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F7
F8
F9
FA
FB
FC
FD
FE
FF

212
213
214
215
216
217
218
219
220
221
222
223
224
225
226
227
228
229
230
231
232
233
234
235
236
237
238
239
240
241
242
243
244
245
246
247
248
249
250
251
252
253
254
255

ASCII

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14.2 PC852 character set Middle European and Slavonic Language Area
Hex
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
2A
2B
2C
2D
2E
2F
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
3A
3B
3C
3D
3E
3F
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
4A
4B
4C

138

Dec ASCII Hex Dec ASCII Hex Dec ASCII Hex

32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76

4D
4E
4F
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
5A
5B
5C
5D
5E
5F
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
6A
6B
6C
6D
6E
6F
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79

77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
100
101
102
103
104
105
106
107
108
109
110
111
112
113
114
115
116
117
118
119
120
121

7A
7B
7C
7D
7E
7F
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
8A
8B
8C
8D
8E
8F
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
9A
9B
9C
9D
9E
9F
A0
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6

122
123
124
125
126
127
128
129
130
131
132
133
134
135
136
137
138
139
140
141
142
143
144
145
146
147
148
149
150
151
152
153
154
155
156
157
158
159
160
161
162
163
164
165
166

A7
A8
A9
AA
AB
AC
AD
AE
AF
B0
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
B6
B7
B8
B9
BA
BB
BC
BD
BE
BF
C0
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
C7
C8
C9
CA
CB
CC
CD
CE
CF
D0
D1
D2
D3

Dec ASCII Hex

Dec ASCII

167
168
169
170
171
172
173
174
175
176
177
178
179
180
181
182
183
184
185
186
187
188
189
190
191
192
193
194
195
196
197
198
199
200
201
202
203
204
205
206
207
208
209
210
211

212
213
214
215
216
217
218
219
220
221
222
223
224
225
226
227
228
229
230
231
232
233
234
235
236
237
238
239
240
241
242
243
244
245
246
247
248
249
250
251
252
253
254
255

D4
D5
D6
D7
D8
D9
DA
DB
DC
DD
DE
DF
E0
E1
E2
E3
E4
E5
E6
E7
E8
E9
EA
EB
EC
ED
EE
EF
F0
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F7
F8
F9
FA
FB
FC
FD
FE
FF

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14.3 PC866 character set Cyrillic Characters
Hex
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
2A
2B
2C
2D
2E
2F
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
3A
3B
3C
3D
3E
3F
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
4A
4B
4C

Dec ASCII Hex Dec ASCII Hex Dec ASCII Hex

32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76

4D
4E
4F
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
5A
5B
5C
5D
5E
5F
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
6A
6B
6C
6D
6E
6F
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79

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77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
100
101
102
103
104
105
106
107
108
109
110
111
112
113
114
115
116
117
118
119
120
121

7A
7B
7C
7D
7E
7F
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
8A
8B
8C
8D
8E
8F
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
9A
9B
9C
9D
9E
9F
A0
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6

122
123
124
125
126
127
128
129
130
131
132
133
134
135
136
137
138
139
140
141
142
143
144
145
146
147
148
149
150
151
152
153
154
155
156
157
158
159
160
161
162
163
164
165
166

A7
A8
A9
AA
AB
AC
AD
AE
AF
B0
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
B6
B7
B8
B9
BA
BB
BC
BD
BE
BF
C0
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
C7
C8
C9
CA
CB
CC
CD
CE
CF
D0
D1
D2
D3

Dec ASCII Hex

Dec ASCII

167
168
169
170
171
172
173
174
175
176
177
178
179
180
181
182
183
184
185
186
187
188
189
190
191
192
193
194
195
196
197
198
199
200
201
202
203
204
205
206
207
208
209
210
211

212
213
214
215
216
217
218
219
220
221
222
223
224
225
226
227
228
229
230
231
232
233
234
235
236
237
238
239
240
241
242
243
244
245
246
247
248
249
250
251
252
253
254
255

D4
D5
D6
D7
D8
D9
DA
DB
DC
DD
DE
DF
E0
E1
E2
E3
E4
E5
E6
E7
E8
E9
EA
EB
EC
ED
EE
EF
F0
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F7
F8
F9
FA
FB
FC
FD
FE
FF

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Section XV Warranty and Service

15 Warranty and Service
In addition to the dealers legal warranty in the purchase agreement we give the end user a
warranty for this device on the following conditions:
1. The warranty period is twelve months and starts at the time of delivery of the device by
FMC Technologies.
2. The warranty includes the rectification of all device damage or defects occurring within the
warranty period and which can be shown to be due to material or production faults.
The warranty does not include:
- slight deviations from the intended quality which are insignificant for the value or
usefulness of the device,
- damage or defects due to connection other than as specified, improper handling or nonobservance of the installation guidelines and instructions for use,
- damage from the chemical and electrochemical effects of water or other liquids, electrical
or electromagnetic influences and generally from abnormal ambient conditions,
- damage due to external effects such as damage in shipment, damage due to shock or
impact, the effects of the weather or other natural phenomena.
3. The right to claim under warranty becomes invalid if repairs or tampering have been carried
out by persons not authorised by us for the work or if our devices have been fitted with
supplementary parts or accessories which are not suitable for our devices and not released
by us for that purpose.
4. The warranty service is carried out, free of charge and according to our choice, by repairing
defective parts or replacing them by perfect parts. Replaced parts become our property.
5. During the first six months of the warranty period the warranty service is carried out without
billing. Thereafter, travelling time, travelling cost and work time for the service staff and any
transport costs occurred are billed or not reimbursed.
6. Work under warranty does not imply any lengthening of the warranty period nor does it
initiate a further period of warranty. The warranty period for installed replacement parts
terminates with the end of the warranty period for the complete device.
7. More far-reaching or additional claims, in particular those for compensation of losses or
consequential losses outside of the device are expressly excluded, provided no liability is
deemed mandatory in law.

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Important Note
All explanations and technical details given in this documentation have been produced and edited
by the author with care. However the possibility of errors cannot be completely eliminated. FMC
Technologies would be very grateful for the notification of any errors found.
Our service department would be pleased to advise and help you.
They can be reached under:

PO Box 10428
1602 Wagner Avenue
Erie, PA 16514-0428
Telephone: 814-898-5000
FAX: 814-899-7415

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16 Keyword Index

4
4-Star 39

A
Access rights 56, 58, 94
Actual value 51, 106
Additive 42
Additive dispensing 42
Additive load 37
Additive pump 42
Additive pump, cycle time 43
Additive, mixing ratio 33, 42, 4445, 90
Assign hose set 92
Attributes 107
Automatic hose selection 31, 77

B
Battery, integrated 10
Battery, replacement 10
Bill 26, 60, 65
Bill, gross 91
Bill, net 91
Bill, zero bill 19
Billing 58-59, 60-61, 64-66
Bio Fuel Oil 39
Blow down 39

C
Cables, routing 8
Calibration accuracy 49
Calibration seal 6
Calibration status 52
CAN bus 22-23, 67-71, 88, 127
CAN bus, diagnostic 18, 22
Chip card 3, 10 16-17, 88, 9395, 115
Chip card, configuration 93
Chip card, loading parameters
115
Chip card, saving parameters
115
Cleaning 9
Cleaning, pressurised water 9
Clock 10, 57
Commercial customer 24, 64
Compensation 32, 41, 46, 4951, 82-83, 85, 91, 93, 103,
118
Configuration 56
Configuration, display 57
Contrast 57, 115

142

Currency 62
Currency resolution 63
Currency symbol 63
Currency, applicable 59
Currency, EURO 62, 107
Currency, exchange rate 59, 62,
103, 107
Currency, relevant 62
Customer number 63
Customer type 60, 64
Customers language 60

D
Data rate 112
Date 115
Dead mans switch 23-24, 68,
71
Delivery note 34, 127
Delivery receipt 11, 107
Detailed report 129
Device number 16, 52-53, 59
Device settings 93, 121
Diagnosis 18
Diagnostic, CAN bus 18, 22
Diagnostic, printer 18
Diagnostic, remote control 18
Diesel 30, 39
Discharge 26-29
Discharge pass 74, 92
Dosage pump 150
Draining 38, 73
Driver list 16, 58, 86, 124
Driver number 63
Dual measuring system 69

E
Electrical installation 5
EPROM 58
Error messages 127
EURO 62, 107
Event report 125
Exchange rate 59, 62, 107

F
FDW protocol 79, 111, 129
Flow control 3, 19, 72, 74, 131,
151, 153, 155
Flow rate 42, 78, 81
Flushing volume 67
Form 85, 96
Form description 85, 96, 100
Form modification 100
Form, positioning of text 96

Fuse 2, 8

G
Grand totals 57
Gross price 60, 64
Guarantee 9

H
Heating Oil 28Hose selection 6, 31, 74, 77
Hose set 73, 91-92

I
Installation 5
Installation, electrical 5
Invoice 34, 96

J
Jet Fuel 39
Jumper 54

K
Kerosene 3, 39

L
Language 57, 60, 63, 98, 138
Language query 60, 63
Languages 2, 45, 63
Load monitor 89
Log book 126

M
Main menu 13
Maintenance 9
Master access 56, 58, 114
Measuring system residue
removal 29
Menus 57
Meter designation 59
Meter factor 16, 42
Meter factor, additive pump 72,
82, 84
Minimum layout 67, 97

N
Net price 41, 60, 64

O
OBC 110
OBC operating mode 70
OIML R117 130
Operating Data 57
Operating mode 38, 59, 68-70

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Operating options 59
Operation mode 61
Original delivery note 110
Overfill prevention 77, 152, 163164

P
Packed good 33, 48
Parameter checking 93
Parameter list 120
Parity 20
Parity check 79
Password 14, 59, 87, 114, 124
Path selection 31, 38, 72
Piston capacity 42, 84
Placeholders 106
Power supply 130
Preset amount 29, 33
Preset discharge quantity 29
Price correction 67
Price factor 41, 46-47, 90, 107
Price, gross 60, 64
Price, net 41, 60, 64
Printer 20, 35, 79, 88, 112
Printer access 20
Printer selection 112
Printer settings 79, 112, 136
Printer type 112, 136
Printer, diagnostic 20
Printer, ribbon 20, 35
Private customer 34, 64-65
Produce definition 39
Product 28, 38-39, 43, 48, 85,
90
Product changes 39
Product code 28, 33, 60-61, 118
Product definition 39, 85
Product load 37
Product register 39, 43, 85, 90
Product transfer 38, 104, 106
Product, containing additive 43
PT 100 83
Pulse counter 80

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Pulse rating 80
Pulse sensor 81

Q
Queries 29, 60-61, 63
Query options 63
Query, customer number 63
Query, customer type 64
Query, driver number 63
Query, language 63
Quick 4

R
Receipt 96, 98
Receipt, copy 96, 98
Reference 12, 22, 27, 52-53, 59,
83, 90, 98
Remote control 23
Remote control, diagnostic 23
Report 114
Report, detailed 114-116, 118
Report, event 125
Report, short 117
Report, trip 117
RS-232 2, 7, 20
RS-485 2, 20-21

S
Safety 3, 19, 73, 92
Screen connection 6
Seal 52
Seal password 14, 53, 59
Seal status 52
Seal switch 54
Self loading 38
Sensor 80
Sensor type 80
Sensor, NPN 81
Sensor, PNP 80
Sensor, THS 80-81
Short report 13, 117
Spacing 85, 96, 98
Sum block 107

Super-Unleaded 39
Surcharge 60-61

T
Target value 50-51
Tax rate 41, 46-47, 60
Technical data 130
Temperature input 130
Temperature offset 83
Temperature sensor 8, 83
Text, entry of 12
TMC 61
TMC operating mode 61, 70
Tour report 114
Trailer cable 8
Transfer rate 79
Transport duty 60-61
Trip report 65, 82, 84, 114-115

U
Units 89, 122
Unleaded 39
Update 16
Users language 57

V
Valve assignments 19
Valve control 72
Valve control, electronic 72, 7475
Version number 15
Volume resolution 67

W
W&M Restrictions 67
W&M seal 2, 10, 52, 180
Wire end sleeves 5

Z
Zero bill 119

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17 Drawings and Approvals
17.1 Contents of Appendix
Title

Page

Weather-proof housing (Version A3)

146

Wiring Diagram (Version A3)

147

Wiring Instructions for the Sening MultiFlow Printer Connection

148

Wiring diagram ADD-Dosage pump (Version A3)

150

Wiring diagram pneum. control switch with flow control and dosage pump

151

Wiring diagram electronic control + dosage pump + overfill prevention amplifier

152

Wiring diagram electronic control + flow control

153

Wiring diagram electronic control, dosage pump and blow down

154

Wiring diagram electronic control with flow control and dosage pump

155

Wiring diagram TMC-KK to MFLOW-A3 (Version A3)

156

Sealing Arrangement for Sening MultiFlow (Version A3) Page 1

157

Sealing Arrangement for Sening MultiFlow (Version A3) Page 2

158

Explosion-proof housing (Version A1)

159

Disassembly of the Ex-housing

160

Wiring Diagram (Version A1)

161

Wiring diagram pneum. control switch + dosage pump

162

Wiring diagram pneum. control switch with flow control + dosage pump + overfill
prevention amplifier

163

Wiring diagram electronic control + dosage pump + overfill prevention amplifier

164

Wiring diagram electronic control + flow control

165

Wiring diagram electronic control, dosage pump and blow down

166

Wiring diagram electronic control with flow control and dosage pump

167

Wiring diagram TMC-KK to MFLOW-KK1 (Version A1)

168

Wiring diagram TMC-KK to two MFLOW-KK1 (Version A1)

169

Wiring diagram RS232 Interface (Version A1) Page 1

170

Wiring diagram RS232 Interface (Version A1) Page 2

171

Wiring diagram junction box truck to Sening MultiFlow (Version A1)

172

Wiring diagram connection of single Sening MultiFlow or SPD to junction box

CS-KK-1
Wiring diagram junction box truck, type 351442, to Sening MultiFlow (Version A1)
Sealing Arrangement for Sening MultiFlow (Version A1) Page 1

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Title

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176

Sensor, pre approval

177

Pneumatic Circuit Diagram: Meter Package with Sening MultiFlow

178

Solenoid valves Connection diagrams & Order codes

179

W & M seal form (blank)

180

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17.2 Drawings
17.2.1 Weather-proof housing (Version A3)

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17.2.2 - Wiring Diagram (Version A3)

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17.2.3 - Wiring Instructions for the Sening MultiFlow Printer Connection

**On the CN 1 connector, Pin 1 is located at the top**

**Exploded view of the MEPS board and additional wiring information**

The 12vDC IN on Pin 1 CN1 and GND Pin 2 CN1 are wired to the positive and negative terminals on the
truck battery. The +24vDC Pin 3 CN1 and GND Pin 4 CN1 are to be used to power up the printer.
If LTS sales has provided the printer power cord, connect the blue wire to the +24vDC Out and connect
both the Red and Yellow wires to GND (Pin 4 on CN1).

Printer Connection - Communications

Pin 10

148

Pin 14 Pin 12

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The above diagram shows how the DB 25 Pin Connector is attached from the Epson Printer to the
MultiFlow. As illustrated above:
Pin 2 on the DB 25 is connected to ----------- Pin 12 on the MultiFlow
Pin 3 on the DB 25 is connected to ----------- Pin 14 on the MultiFlow
Pin 7 on the DB 25 is connected to ----------- 0VDC on the MultiFlow

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17.2.4 - Wiring diagram ADD-Dosage pump (Version A3)

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17.2.5 - Wiring diagram pneum. control switch with flow control and dosage pump

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17.2.6 - Wiring diagram electronic control + dosage pump + overfill prevention amplifier

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17.2.7 - Wiring diagram electronic control + flow control

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17.2.8 - Wiring diagram electronic control, dosage pump and blow down

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17.2.9 - Wiring diagram electronic control with flow control and dosage pump

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17.2.10 - Wiring diagram TMC-KK to MFLOW-A3 (Version A3)

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17.2.11 - Sealing Arrangement for Sening MultiFlow (Version A3) Left Side

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17.2.12 - Sealing Arrangement for Sening MultiFlow (Version A3) - Right Side

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17.2.13 - Explosion-proof housing (Version A1)

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17.2.14 - Disassembly of the Ex-housing

160

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17.2.15 - Wiring Diagram (Version A1)

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17.2.16 - Wiring diagram pneum. control switch + dosage pump

162

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17.2.17 - Wiring diagram pneum. control switch with flow control + dosage pump +
overfill prevention amplifier

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17.2.18 - Wiring diagram electronic control + dosage pump + overfill prevention amplifier

164

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17.2.19 - Wiring diagram electronic control + flow control

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17.2.20 - Wiring diagram electronic control, dosage pump and blow down

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17.2.21 - Wiring diagram electronic control with flow control and dosage pump

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17.2.22 - Wiring diagram TMC-KK to MFLOW-KK1 (Version A1)

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17.2.23 - Wiring diagram TMC-KK to two MFLOW-KK1 (Version A1)

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17.2.24 - Wiring diagram RS232 - Interface (Version A1) - Page 1

170

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17.2.25 - Wiring diagram RS232 - Interface (Version A1) - Page 2

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17.2.26 - Wiring diagram junction box truck to Sening MultiFlow (Version A1)

172

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17.2.27 - Wiring diagram connection of single Sening MultiFlow to junction box

CS-KK-1

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17.2.28 - Wiring diagram junction box truck, type 351442, to Sening MultiFlow (Version A1)

174

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17.2.29 - Sealing Arrangement for Sening MultiFlow (Version A1) - Page 1

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17.2.30 - Sealing Arrangement for Sening MultiFlow (Version A1) - Page 2

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17.2.31 - Sensor, pre-approval

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17.2.32 - Pneumatic Circuit Diagram: Meter Package with Sening MultiFlow

178

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17.2.33 - Solenoid Valves Connection Diagrams & Order Codes

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17.4 Certificates
17.4.1 W & M seal form (blank)

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Revisions included in MN06514 Issue/Rev. 0.1 (3/08):

Updated Table of Contents
Revised Valuable Facts About MultiFlow
Omitted parts of the System Structure
Added column to Quick Start up MiltiFlow
Revised Printer Connection
Revised Routing the Cables in the Vehicle
Revised Inputs and Outputs
Inserted Preset By Dollar Amount section
Revised Carrying Out a Discharge (Part 3)
Omitted parts of section 5.7
Added Check Meter Factor Curves
Added Expand the Tax Facility
Added Parameters to 8.3.3.1.1
Added Meter Factor Curves
Added Time and Date in AM/PM Format

The specifications contained herein are subject to change without notice and any user of said specifications should
verify from the manufacturer that the specifications are currently in effect. Otherwise, the manufacturer assumes no
responsibility for the use of specifications which may have been changed and are no longer in effect.
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