Summary of Contents for Altrac ST140_3G
- Page 1 ST140 v2.0 Remote Control and Automation for Pumps Pump Station 2.0 Model Number: ST140_3G ST140_5G User’s Manual Revised March 5, 2021 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io...
- Page 2 Remote Control and Automation for Pumps Table of Contents 10, 11 30, 31 32, 33 Please contact us if you have any questions. Web: https://altrac.io/support Phone: (510) 248-4141 Email: support@altrac.io 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io...
- Page 3 Contact Closure Pulled Up to VIN @ 12mA Open RS485/RS232: Available: Contact Altrac Support VFD Communication Altrac is continually updating and improving products; specifications are subject to change without prior notice. 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io...
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Page 4: Consumer Safety Information
The ST140 downloads the latest settings and will reload those settings if power is cut. For example, if the ST140 looses cellular connection, it will continue running according to it schedule. • The ST140 utilizes automotive grade components to resist vibration and heat damage. 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io... -
Page 5: Description Of Operation
The ST140 Pump Station allows you to remotely monitor and control VFD, So! Start, Contactor and Relay driven pumps. Each ST140 contains a cellular modem with connection to the Altrac Cloud. Using the Altrac Web App you can control your pump on your smartphone, tablet, or desktop computer. -
Page 6: Standard Installation
Control a secondary pump or pressure transducer post device with Relay 2. Device must filter to monitor filter return a signal while running. flushing and send alerts. 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io... - Page 7 ST140 v2.0 Remote Control and Automation for Pumps Operating Instructions - Web App Log in to your Altrac account. To set up an account, please contact the distributor who installed your device or support@altrac.io. Settings Click the settings icon on the...
- Page 8 Pump OFF Automatic Pump 1 ON. Pump 2 OFF. Pump auto setting changes to manual mode. Press and Hold > 20 seconds Power Cycles the Cellular Modem 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io...
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Page 9: Error Code Table
Remote Control and Automation for Pumps Error Codes The Altrac station has the ability to check its own operation continuously. If a fault occurs, an error code will display in the webapp. Please identify the code displayed when inquiring about service. - Page 10 Remote Control and Automation for Pumps Connectivity The Altrac station includes a cellular modem with an embedded SIM card. Altrac negotiates with cellular networks to achieve a low price and bundle data into the cost of the device. Altrac equipment in the United States uses LTE CATM1 (5G) networks. 2G/3G options are available upon request for other countries.
- Page 11 Kazakhstan K-Cell Kazakhstan ST100_3G Uruguay Movistar Uruguay ST100_3G Telefonica Moviles Kenya Celtel Kenia Ltd ST100_3G Venezuela Venezuela ST100_3G Kuwait Watanya Telecom Kuwait ST100_3G Vietnam Viettel Mobile ST100_3G 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io...
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Page 12: Cellular Modem
If you see the above state or any other color, please contact support@altrac.io The modem is the most sensitive part of the ST140. Removing the antenna connector or modem without the proper tools could void your warranty. Contact Altrac. We’re happy to help. 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io... -
Page 13: Internal Antenna
The ST140 has an antenna mounted inside the enclosure. Because of this, mounting location of the ST140 can affect cellular signal strength. You can check the cellular signal health of your device by navigating to the settings tab in your Altrac account. Signal Strength... -
Page 14: External Antenna
If you have followed the troubleshooting tips on the previous page and still have weak signal, you likely need an external antenna to boost the cellular signal strength. The antenna comes with two components: the antenna and the connector. Contact your distributor or sales@altrac.io to purchase the antenna. External Antenna... - Page 15 None Sensor Power: VIN @ 12mA Sensor Type: Digital Input Equipment OFF: 0V Equipment ON: VIN RS485/RS232 A / TX VFD Monitoring Contact support@altrac.io B / RX 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io...
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Page 16: Dimensions And Components
Additional Components Shipped but Not Installed on Enclosure PG13.5 Cable Gland (1) PG9 Cable Gland (2) Wall Mounting Brackets (4) M5 x 10mm Lg. Truss Hd. Machine Screws (4) 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io... -
Page 17: Power Supply
ST140 v2.0 Remote Control and Automation for Pumps Power Supply We recommend powering the ST140 with a 15VDC power source. The Altrac provided option is described below. Pump Station (ST140) Specifications: Power Supply Voltage: 12-15VDC Power Consumption: 2A peak usage... -
Page 18: Backup Battery
ST140 to notify the user when their pump has lost power. The battery is not required for operation. Specifications: Altrac Part Number: PW200 Battery Type: Lithium Ion Cell Battery Size: 18650 Continuous Discharge Rating: >= 3A... -
Page 19: Operation
Relays The ST140 has 2 onboard relays for controlling a primary and secondary pump. The relays are controlled independantly through the Altrac webapp or physically through the ‘test switches’ on the PCB. Relay Specifications Contact Ratings: 6A, 250VAC, 85°C, Cycles: 30x10^3 Approvals: VDE Cert. - Page 20 Relays - Testing To test the relay functionality without access to the Altrac webapp, you can open the enclosure and check the relay status LEDs or physically switch the relays ON/OFF. When not testing, the relay switch should be in the le! ‘OFF’...
- Page 21 If your pump is contactor or relay driven, or you do not want to use your inverter’s relays, a current switch (Altrac part number SN300) can be used to determine when the pump is running. The current switch is installed on one of the wires (“legs”) sending power to the motor.
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Page 22: Analog Sensors
INPUT: Black, Output GND: Shield Drain Wire (when applicable) Analog Input Settings To change the Analog Input Settings, navigate to your ST140’s settings page in the Altrac webapp. Instructions are on the next page (page 23). 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io... - Page 23 Navigate to the ST140 device in question. Click on the gear icon in the top right corner of the device page to access the settings page. Click on the appropriate sensor tile to change settings. 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io...
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Page 24: Flow Meter
Calibration The default calibration for the Altrac is 100 gallons per pulse. Most flow meters do not emit a pulse by default. You will need to check your flow meter settings to determine the gallons per pulse value. Some flow meters require a magnet to adjust settings. -
Page 25: Digital Inputs
Power: VIN Pull Up ON Threshold: Closed Contact (0V) OFF Threshold: Open Contact (VIN) HOA Switch Wiring See page 28, Hand-Off-Auto Instructions. Adjusting Digital Input Usage No adjustment necessary. 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io... - Page 26 Communication Settings (1) You will need to update settings on your controller to enable RS485 communication. (2) Contact Altrac to learn more about which controllers are supported. 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io...
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Page 27: Accessory Port
Accessory Port The accessory port on the bottom of the ST140 allows for easy installation of additional sensors. Sensors include temperature sensors, soil moisture sensors, and others. Contact Altrac to learn more about new sensor options. Pin 6, Plug Connecting non-supported sensors to the accessory port may cause damage to the ST140. Please contact support@altrac.io to ensure your sensor is safe. - Page 28 2) Follow connections diagram “HOA.1” below to wire the ST140 Digital Input to detect Auto position ST140 DIN1 Terminal connect to HOA Auto NO ST140 GND Terminal connect to HOA Auto COM 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io...
- Page 29 See page 21 “Setup B” for information on using a current switch to determine when a contactor is on and powering a motor For full manuals for the Inverter above, please visit: https://altrac.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360048825813 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io...
- Page 30 SOURCE mode: connect to Inverter PLC terminal ST140 Relay X Terminal - NO: BOTH modes: connect to Inverter FWD terminal Frenic.2 For full manuals for the Inverter above, please visit: https://altrac.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360048825813 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io...
- Page 31 ST140 Relay X Feedback Terminal - POWER to Inverter Control Terminal 30C ST140 Relay X Feedback Terminal - INPUT to Inverter Control Terminal 30A Frenic.3 For full manuals for the Inverter above, please visit: https://altrac.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360048825813 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io...
- Page 32 ST140 Relay X Terminal NO connect to HOA Switch Auto Terminal HOA Switch Auto Terminal connect to PowerFlex Di 1 For full manuals for the Inverter above, please visit: https://altrac.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360048825813 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io...
- Page 33 ST140 Relay X Feedback Terminal POWER connect to Inverter R0C ST140 Relay X Feedback Terminal INPUT connect to Inverter R0NO PowerFlex.2 For full manuals for the Inverter above, please visit: https://altrac.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360048825813 20885 Redwood Road, Box 218 Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 248-4141 | altrac.io...
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Page 34: Warranty
Damages that Altrac will not be responsible for include, but are not limited to: loss of profits, loss of revenue, loss of use of the product or any associated equipment, loss or damage to crops, cost of any substitute equipment, facilities, or services, downtime, the claims of third parties including customer, and injury to property.
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