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* Empty the tank, clean and dry if necessary | * Empty the tank, clean and dry if necessary | ||
* '''Remove fuel vapors and air from the tank''' (especially for a gasoline tank, but in the case of a diesel engine, this procedure should not be neglected, since gasoline could be added to the diesel); to do this, you can heat water to boiling point and direct the resulting steam into the tank or use carbon dioxide so that it displaces fuel vapors and air; ensure that any open flame sources are sufficiently far away from the fuel tank[[ | * '''Remove fuel vapors and air from the tank''' (especially for a gasoline tank, but in the case of a diesel engine, this procedure should not be neglected, since gasoline could be added to the diesel); to do this, you can heat water to boiling point and direct the resulting steam into the tank or use carbon dioxide so that it displaces fuel vapors and air; ensure that any open flame sources are sufficiently far away from the fuel tank[[File:Removing fuel vapors.png|frameless|496x496px]] | ||
* '''Find the geometric center of the tank and drill a hole''' in it using a '''ø3mm''' drill bit. Then, using a piece of stiff wire, examine the tank for the presence of partitions in it[[ | * '''Find the geometric center of the tank and drill a hole''' in it using a '''ø3mm''' drill bit. Then, using a piece of stiff wire, examine the tank for the presence of partitions in it [[File:Choosing a location for installing the FLS.png|none|thumb|512x512px|'''<big>Choosing a location for installing the FLS</big>''']][[File:Little hole drilling.png|none|thumb|511x511px|'''<big>Drilling the tank and subsequent examination of the tank for the presence of partitions</big>''']] | ||
* If the space inside the tank in the selected location is free, '''drill a ø 35 mm hole''' using a bimetallic bit; When drilling, keep the bit tilted slightly to prevent the cut section from falling into the tank. Use a magnet to catch chips and prevent them from getting into the tank.[[ | * If the space inside the tank in the selected location is free, '''drill a ø 35 mm hole''' using a bimetallic bit; When drilling, keep the bit tilted slightly to prevent the cut section from falling into the tank. Use a magnet to catch chips and prevent them from getting into the tank. [[File:Angled drilling.png|none|thumb|512x512px|'''<big>Drilling a hole at an angle</big>''']][[File:Removing metal part.png|none|thumb|512x512px|'''<big>Removing a drilled disc</big>''']] | ||
* If it is impossible to install the sensor in the geometric center of the tank, try choosing another location as close as possible to the geometric center of the tank; this point should coincide with the place where the height of the tank is maximum. This way you reduce the risk and amplitude of level fluctuations associated with fuel movement while driving. | * If it is impossible to install the sensor in the geometric center of the tank, try choosing another location as close as possible to the geometric center of the tank; this point should coincide with the place where the height of the tank is maximum. This way you reduce the risk and amplitude of level fluctuations associated with fuel movement while driving. | ||
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[https://youtu.be/3psA2ACmw7w?si=zQ7n_N6h0HseNdfF Видео пример важности установки датчика по геометрическому центру бака.] | [https://youtu.be/3psA2ACmw7w?si=zQ7n_N6h0HseNdfF Видео пример важности установки датчика по геометрическому центру бака.] | ||
[[ | [[File:Sensor position and fuel flow.png|none|thumb|512x512px|'''<big>Sensor position and fuel flow</big>''']] | ||
<blockquote>'''Attention:''' Before starting the calibration, the vehicle/fuel tank must be positioned flat in relation to the horizon, i.e. on a level surface without a slope.</blockquote>If the tank has an irregular geometric shape, the sensor must be installed at the maximum depth of the tank, closer to the geometric center. | <blockquote>'''Attention:''' Before starting the calibration, the vehicle/fuel tank must be positioned flat in relation to the horizon, i.e. on a level surface without a slope.</blockquote>If the tank has an irregular geometric shape, the sensor must be installed at the maximum depth of the tank, closer to the geometric center. | ||
[[ | [[File:The sensor is installed in the highest place of the tank.png|none|thumb|648x648px|'''<big>The sensor is installed in the highest place of the tank</big>''']] | ||
==== '''<big>When installation in the center is impossible - two or more FLS.</big>''' ==== | ==== '''<big>When installation in the center is impossible - two or more FLS.</big>''' ==== | ||
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Also, two or more sensors should be installed if it is not possible to install the sensor in the center of the tank and (or) the tank has an elongated shape, i.e. The length of the tank is significantly greater than its height. | Also, two or more sensors should be installed if it is not possible to install the sensor in the center of the tank and (or) the tank has an elongated shape, i.e. The length of the tank is significantly greater than its height. | ||
[[ | [[File:Two sensors installed diagonally.png|none|thumb|654x654px|'''<big>Two sensors installed diagonally</big>''']] | ||
'''Note.''' Installing a single sensor in an elongated tank will allow you to detect drains and refills. But increased level fluctuations while driving may not allow the monitoring platform to correctly read fuel consumption. Therefore, installing two sensors is preferable. | '''Note.''' Installing a single sensor in an elongated tank will allow you to detect drains and refills. But increased level fluctuations while driving may not allow the monitoring platform to correctly read fuel consumption. Therefore, installing two sensors is preferable. | ||