Level Pro Sentinel Series Instruction Manual

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Sentinel Series

Telemetry

Tank

Sump Liquid Level Monitoring

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WIRELESS REMOTE TANK UNIT

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Read carefully the instructions published in this manual before the first use of the level meters. Keep the manual

at a safe place. The manufacturer reserves the right to implement changes without prior notice.

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Page 1: Instruction Manual
Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring INSTRUCTION MANUAL WIRELESS REMOTE TANK UNIT ENTER MENU Read carefully the instructions published in this manual before the first use of the level meters. Keep the manual at a safe place. The manufacturer reserves the right to implement changes without prior notice.
Page 2: Fcc Statement
Sentinel Series Introduction Overview The Sentinel Series is a wireless communication device that provides quick and easy access to remote information such as storage tank inventory. Intended for supplier-managed inventory programs, the Sentinel utilizes the latest internet and cellular technology to provide instant access to inventory information around the globe.
Page 3: Product Highlights
Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring Transfer of Data The Sentinel communicates to the cloud based data center using a wireless cellular technology called GSM Short Message Service. This technology allows the unit to transmit digital data to the data center using the existing network of GSM cellular towers deployed throughout North America.
Page 4 Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring Initial Inspection When you receive the Sentinel unit, thoroughly inspect it for any damage, which may have occurred during shipping. If there is any damage to the Sentinel, contact the shipping company as soon as possible.
Page 5 Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring Mounting an Sentinel Unit The Sentinel Unit comes standard with a 3/4 inch female NPT connection on the bottom of the housing for direct connection into standard instrumentation. The wiring will pass thru this 3/4 inch connection to the terminal strip.
Page 6: Establishing Communication
Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring LP100 Junction Box Sentinel TVL Series Display 100 Series Fig 3 Sentinel Installed in an Existing Current Loop 4 Unit Activation 4.1 Verifying GSM Signal Strength During installation, you can determine your GSM signal suitability by operating a GSM cellular phone and confirming its operation capability by placing a call.
Page 7 Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring Fig 4...
Page 8 Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring After communication has been established, and the tank information has been given to the Levelpro Monitoring Center, the Sentinel will continue to transmit data based upon the number of call-outs per day set.
Page 9 Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring 5 Accessing the Levelpro Web site The web site for accessing the tank data may be accessed from any computer with internet access by going to the following URL: This will bring you to the Levelpro Log on page.
Page 10 Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring Sentinel Specifications Performance Specifications: Nominally 24V ± 5% Output Voltage Output Current Rated from 0 – 24 mA Load Regulation 0.5% from a 24 mA load Ripple 50 mV Peak-to-Peak Output Short Circuit Protection Output is current limited to 24 mA Accuracy ±...
Page 11 Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring 7 Servicing and Troubleshooting Error Codes If the data transmission was not successful from a Sentinel, a red LED will light and the green LED will flash an error code. Number of...
Page 12 Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring Battery Replacement - Resetting Battery Cloud Based Indication The Sentinel operates on 2 CR-123A disposable lithium batteries and an extended battery pack. The Sentinel estimates the remaining battery life using a sophisticated algorithm based on the battery voltage and temperature, cellular signal strength and the number of transmissions and retries that the unit has made.
Page 13: Troubleshooting
Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring Troubleshooting Nothing happens when the Start switch is pressed. Remove all of the batteries. Wait 30 seconds to initialize the Sentinel memory and then reinsert the batteries. If the green LED does not come on when the switch is pressed, replace the batteries with new ones.
Page 14: Obtaining Technical Support
Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring Replace the batteries. Ensure that the antenna is tight and vertical. 7.4 Obtaining Technical Support If you still are having trouble, contact Icon Process Controls Customer Service at: (1-905.469.9283) You will need the following information: •...
Page 15: Replacement Parts
Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring 8 Replacement Parts The following parts are field replaceable and can be purchased thru Icon Process Controls Customer Service at 905.469.9283 Antenna Captive Screw Housing Gasket Li-Ion Battery Model CR-123A Replacement Jumper...
Page 16: Terms And Conditions Of Service
Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring 9 Terms and Conditions of Service This section explains the relationship between the user of this equipment and Icon Process Controls It explains our respective legal rights concerning all aspects of our relationship, including: •...
Page 17: Product Warranty And Notices
Sentinel Series Telemetry Tank Sump Liquid Level Monitoring 10 Product Warranty and Notices Icon Process Controls warrants that the equipment is and will remain free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one (1) year from the date of delivery.