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Rada Outlook Configuration Tool and USB Cable Product Manual IMPORTANT Installer: These instructions are for use with the UK version of this product only. This Manual is the property of the customer and must be retained with the product for maintenance and operational purposes.
CONTENTS DESCRIPTION ..................3 System Requirements ................3 Data Storage ..................3 Legionella Control ................3 PACK CONTENTS ..................4 USB CABLE INSTALLATION ..............5 Single Sensor Box ................5 Multiple Sensor Boxes ................6 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ..............8 Installation of RS485 - USB Driver on Windows ........8 CONFIGURATION TOOL .................
However the presence of such microorganisms is universal and their control is dependent highly on the quality of on-site water management. The functions of “duty flush” and “thermal disinfection” present in Rada Outlook are there to assist in controlling Legionella, but facility owners/managers are responsible for regular cleaning, disinfection and maintenance as required to remain within any applicable control limits. The “duty flush” and “thermal disinfection” functions of Rada Outlook may not be enough to control Legionella...
PACK CONTENTS 1 x RS485 - USB Cable The cable needs to be connected to the Rada Outlook Sensor Box according to the system requirements. Refer to “USB Cable Installation” for further details. 1 x Installation USB Stick...
USB CABLE INSTALLATION It is recommended that all connections should be made by someone familiar with electronic network installations. Single Sensor Box Connect RS485 - USB Cable to Network (NET) port of Sensor Box. Crop excess wires back to insulation. Internal Power External Power (without termination)
Multiple Sensor Boxes Multiple Sensor Boxes can be connected together, up to a maximum of 31, to form a network (see wiring diagram). The recommended network cable is Cat5 twisted pair (not supplied). To connect the Sensor Boxes to a PC/Laptop device there are two options: 1.
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Option 1 RS485 - USB (supplied) Option 2 RS485 Socket (supplied separately) black orange yellow RS485 - USB orange NET port NET port NET port Sensor Sensor Sensor Box 1 Box 2 Box 3 black brown Sensor Box Network RS485 Wiring Diagram Socket...
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Installation of RS485 - USB Driver on Windows 1. If you are running Windows XP or Windows XP SP 1, temporarily disconnect your PC from the Internet. This can be done by either removing the network cable from your PC or by disabling your network card by going to the “Control Panel\Network and Dial-Up Connections”, right-clicking on the appropriate connection and selecting “Disable”...
Site Details Check the Sensor Box is connected to both the Mixer Valve and the PC/Laptop device. Double click the “Rada Outlook” icon on the desktop or search for and run the file “Rada Outlook.exe”. Enter the site details in the above screen and save using “File”, “Save”. A folder...
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Enter the name of the file to be saved and press “Save”. A new text file will be created and used automatically each time the Configuration Tool is started.
Locate Valves The “Locate Valves” screen is where all connected Sensor Boxes are identified and their current settings are read into the Configuration Tool. Select the Com Port where the RS485 - USB Cable is connected. Press “Search” to find all connected Sensor Boxes. All devices found are listed with their network address and location. (When connecting to a device for the first time there will be no location assigned.)
Select Valve Change the selected Sensor Box and Mixer Valve from any of the main screens by using the drop down menu in the top right corner. Valve Status The “Valve Status” is displayed under the title of the screen. Error messages will appear in red.
Valve Setup The Setpoint is the outlet temperature of the Mixer Valve to all six outlets. Input the desired “Setpoint” temperature and decide on a reasonable temperature range for the setpoint to be within. Input the range using the “Max” and “Min” values and press “Write”.
Outlet Setup This screen shows how each of the six outlets are configured to operate. Alter the various settings for each individual outlet. Select the outlet usage “Type”.
Outlet Setup - Basin Select the “Mode”. “Manual” - The outlet can be turned on or off with the sensor. The outlet stops automatically after the “Run Time” duration. “Automatic” - The outlet runs continuously if the sensor is active continuously (i.e. hand held over the sensor).
“Timed” - The outlet is turned on with the sensor and stops automatically after the “Run Time” duration. “Blocking” - The outlet will function the same as “Timed” mode but cannot be restarted during the “Blocking Time” period. If the “Mode” is set to “Blocking”, set the required “Run Time”...
Extra Outlet Options “Copy Outlet 1 to all outlets” - Press to make the settings on all outlets the same as Outlet 1. Press the required outlet number(s) to test the designation and flow. The boxes turn green when the outlets are switched on. The outlets turn off automatically after 5 seconds.
Duty Flush Setup The Duty Flush Cycle settings for all outlets are controlled here. A Duty Flush Cycle will be performed on all outlets that have their “Duty Flush” option checked. See “Outlet Setup”. “Flush Type”: • “None” - Duty Flush disabled for all outlets. •...
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“Flush Temperature” - The temperature of the water during the Duty Flush Cycle (º C). When all alterations are made, press “Write” to transfer the settings to the Sensor Box and Mixer Valve. “Set Date” - Sets the Sensor Box’s date and time to the current PC/Laptop date and time.
Duty Flush Log The Duty Flush Log records the results every time a Duty Flush Cycle is performed. Enter the number of data entries you wish to see and press “Read No. of Entries” or press “Read Entire Log”. The table consists of the following: “Date”...
Disinfection & Disinfection Setup The Thermal Disinfection function can only work with at least one Passive Infrared Sensor (PIR) installed and linked to the Sensor Box. See “Rada Outlook Digital Mixer Valve, Sensor Box and Sensor Product Manual” for further details.
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The following safety measures must be observed: • The disinfection process is not to be initiated unless adequate systems are in place to ensure that the area is clear of any persons prior to and during the disinfection process. For this reason, the cycle can only be triggered 15 minutes after the Mixer Valve was last activated.
Disinfection Settings Press “Read” to display the current settings. “Type” - “Standard” - The disinfection cycle will adhere to the values contained within the “Disinfection Setup” screen. - “Standard - Cold Inlet Supply” The default values for both types are: Max Warm Up Time......
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“Upper Temperature” then no further time reduction accrues. Exposure to temperatures over 80 ºC can limit the life of the Rada Outlook product. When all alterations are made, press “Write” to transfer the settings to the Control...
Disinfection of Cold Supply The Rada Outlook is able to disinfect the cold supply pipes as well as the digital mixing valve and each of the outlets. In order for this to happen, the cold supply must have a suitable...
• Set the Disinfection Type to “Standard Cold Inlet Supply” or “Exponential Cold Inlet Supply” depending upon the requirments for the site conditions and perform the disinfection cycle according to the instructions in this guide. • Reset the by-pass to normal position after the disinfection cycle has finished to restore the cold water supply. Disinfection cycle Warning! Thermal disinfection mode is a potentially hazardous process! Make sure all safety measures in this guide have been adhered to before...
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Water flow starts when the countdown reaches “0”. Press “Abort” to stop the cycle. The outlets are activated three at a time. The Outlet Status/Test display in the “Outlet Setup” screen shows which of the six outlets are currently active. When the disinfection cycle has finished, wait 10 seconds and press “Read Log” in the “Disinfection” screen to display a record of the last cycle for the chosen Sensor Box.
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If the log has indicated a failed disinfection cycle, check the hot water supply for sufficient temperature and flow rate and recommence the disinfection cycle. The log can be saved by using “File”, “Save”. A folder called “Disinfection Logs” is created automatically within the “Site Name” folder (see “Site Details”). Accept the default file name of the date the log was created, or rename if required and press “Save”.
MAINTENANCE Valve Calibration The valve calibration number must be set if the internal Mixer Valve Assembly or the Mixer Valve Control PCB are replaced. The calibration number is required and can be found on the Mixer Valve body. Calibration No. Press “Valve Off”...
GUARANTEE Guarantee Rada Outlook Configuration Tool and RS485 - USB Cable We guarantee these products against any defect in materials or workmanship for the period of one year from the date of purchase. For terms and conditions refer to the back cover of this guide.
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