Remote Sensing Systems TRAN2 Propane monitor transmitter User Manual CUSTMANL revA
Remote Sensing Systems Inc Propane monitor transmitter CUSTMANL revA
user manual
LPG FUEL LEVEL
AND
INDOOR TEMPERATURE
MONITORING SYSTEM
CUSTOMER’S MANUAL
FOR MODEL NUMBER: PRO-1
YOUR PROPANE SERVICE RETAILER IS:
FEATURES
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Congratulations. By now your new propane and
temperature monitoring system has been installed by your
local propane retailer or service representative. We
suggest you read this manual to become familiar with the
operation of this system. The system is maintenance free
and will provide you many years of service and security
against the damage and discomfort associated with a fuel
outage or extreme temperature conditions.
NOTE: ONLY QUALIFIED PROPANE SERVICE PER-
SONNEL CAN INSTALL AND SERVICE THIS
PRODUCT.
THE HIGH TEMPERATURE ALARM FEATURE
OF THIS PRODUCT IS NOT TO BE USED AS A
FIRE ALARM.
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After installation of your monitoring system, the unit will not
require any additional effort or maintenance from you.
System Operation
The system consists of a transmitter unit located at the
propane tank and a receiver unit located within the house
or building. When connected to the phone line the
monitoring system is complete. Each transmitter and
receiver is a unique pair and, therefore, will not operate
with another transmitter/receiver. This prevents
interference from other neighborhood propane monitoring
systems. In addition, you will enjoy the maintenance-free
solar-powered features of this system.
FEATURES
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Programmability
Your propane service installer has programmed the unit to
optimize system operation. These program features
include:
• A variable rate at which to phone in and download fuel
levels based on the amount of fuel in the tank. The
minimum rate is every two weeks and the maximum is
once a day.
• The time of day in which the unit calls in. Your installer
will usually program this call-in for the early morning
hours.
• An emergency call to the propane retailer. These
immediate calls occur when the building temperature
reaches either the low or high threshold settings or
when the tank fuel level reaches its emergency
threshold.
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Your propane retailer can provide you with these
emergency settings and reprogram the unit without having
to make a service call to your home or facility.
Phone Operation
The phone operation of your monitoring system will be
indiscernible to your normal operations. Your unit does not
have the electronics to receive a phone call, only to dial
out.
All calls are to a toll free number, so no additional phone
charges will be incurred by you.
If you are on the phone during the systems scheduled
calling session, it will recognize that a dial tone is not
present and immediately hang up. It will then try again up
to seven additional times over the next 24 hours.
FEATURES
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Display Operation upon Initial Power - Alarm
Settings
Whenever the power on your monitor is cycled, it will
display your three alarm settings. This display sequence
will be repeated five times. If an alarm setting is not
programmed the display will be “--”.
Two Character
LED Display Description
7 Fuel level alarm percentage
Held for 5 seconds
Three second pause
38 Cold temperature alarm, °F
Held for 2 seconds
One second pause
-- Hot temperature not programmed
Held for 2 seconds
One second pause, cycle repeated
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Normal Display Operation
Your fuel level is the primary display. If you have a single
tank, your fuel level will display for 30 seconds followed by
a brief pause and a three second display of the indoor
temperature. If you have multiple fuel tanks, the tank
identifier will precede each reading. This sequence is
continuously repeated.
Alarm Display Operation
If your fuel level should ever reach or fall below the alarm
threshold, your monitor will continuously flash during this
low fuel period.
DIAGNOSTICS AND SERVICING
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Diagnostics
For your convenience and security there are two key
diagnostic features built into your system to monitor that
the unit is operating properly. First, the unit tracks the
consistency in the number of tank transmissions each day
and the moving rate of the fuel level. Secondly, your LPG
retailer is notified if a unit fails to call in as scheduled,
signaling that a service action is required.
In the event you experience a power outage, do not be
concerned. The unit will call automatically in less than 30
minutes and the unit clock will be corrected during this call.
Servicing
Contact your propane supplier listed on the front cover for
any servicing required on this product.
FCC REGISTRATION AND
CONSUMER INORMATION
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions. (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operations.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and complies with Part 68 of the
FCC rules. On the bottom of the receiver is a label that contains
the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number
(REN) for this equipment. If requested, provide this information to
your telephone company.
The REN is useful to determine the number of devices you may
connect to your telephone and still have them ring when your
number is called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the REN's
for all the devices should not exceed five (5). To be certain of the
number of devices you may connect to your line, as determined
by the REN, you should call your local telephone company to
determine the maximum REN for your calling area.
FCC REGISTRATION AND
CONSUMER INORMATION
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If your monitor causes interference to the telephone network, your
telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If
possible, they will notify you in advance. If advanced notice is not
practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be
advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities,
equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper
operation of your equipment. If they do, you will be given
advanced notice in order to maintain uninterrupted service.
If you experience trouble with this propane monitor, please
contact your propane retailer for repair and warranty information.
The telephone company may ask you to disconnect this
equipment from the network until the issue is resolved or the
equipment is not malfunctioning.
No repairs can be made to the monitor by the customer.
This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the
telephone company. Connection to party lines is subject to state
tariffs. (Contact your state public utility commission or corporation
commission for information).
FCC REGISTRATION AND
CONSUMER INORMATION
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Your monitor was tested and meets the standards for a Class B
device, as specified in Subpart J, Part 15 of the FCC rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment causes interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into a different circuit from which the
receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or a radio/TV technician for help.
MANUFACTURED BY:
RSS
REMOTE SENSING SYSTEMS
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO