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A.R.I. D-040 L ARISENSE Installation Operation & Maintenance

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D040L.ARISENSE.IOM.ENG02
Installation, Operation & Maintenance
COMBINATION AIR VALVE
MODEL D-040 L ARISENSE
The following is a step by step narrated description of the A.R.I. D-040 L ARISENSE industrial combination
air valve installation, operation and maintenance processes.
The D-040 L ARISENSE Combination Air Valve has the features of both an air release valve and an air &
vacuum valve. The air release component is designed to automatically release small pockets of air to the
atmosphere as they accumulate along a pipeline or piping system when it is full and operating under
pressure. Please consult A.R.I. for the pressure and temperature framework of this model specifications
table and for other products designed for hazardous liquids systems.

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  • Page 1 The D-040 L ARISENSE Combination Air Valve has the features of both an air release valve and an air & vacuum valve. The air release component is designed to automatically release small pockets of air to the atmosphere as they accumulate along a pipeline or piping system when it is full and operating under pressure.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    IOM D-040 L ARISENSE TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................. 3 2. INSTALLATION ..............................6 3. INITIALIZING THE ARISENSE SYSTEM........................ 9 4. INITIAL STARTUP OF THE ARISENSE SYSTEM ....................12 5. OPERATION ..............................22 6. TROUBLESHOOTING ............................34 7. REPLACING THE ARISENSE BATTERY ......................35 8.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General 1. A.R.I. products always operate as components in a larger system. It is essential for the system designers, installers, operators and maintenance personnel to comply with all the relevant safety standards. 2. Installation, operation or maintenance of the product should be done only by qualified workers, technicians...
  • Page 4 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE Installation 1. Install the product according to the detailed Installation Instructions provided with it by A.R.I. and according to the description given in this manual. 2. The user should install a manual Isolation Valve under the product's inlet port.
  • Page 5 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE Before returning to regular operation 1. Re-assemble any protection covers or protection mechanisms removed during service or maintenance operations. 2. Make sure that all the tools, ladders, lifting devices, etc. used during the maintenance procedures are taken away from the product area and stored.

  • Page 6: Installation

    IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 2. INSTALLATION Important: Before performing any work on the air valve make sure that all workers on site are familiar with the safety instructions and the relevant local and general safety instructions and work regulations. 2.1. Installation Recommendations Single Air Valve on an Isolating Valve at 45°...
  • Page 7 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 2.2. Conventions and Measurements Measurements used for the Installation process. D = Diameter of pipeline d = diameter of riser H = Height of riser on the pipeline (Measured from crown of pipeline) Isolation Valve • For pipelines up to 12" (300mm) in diameter (D), the Air Trap diameter (d) should be the same as the pipeline diameter.
  • Page 8 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 2.3. Installation Instructions Flush the system before installing the air valve to avoid any debris or sharp objects getting into the air valve. 2. Carefully remove the air valve from the shipping package. Unload all air valves carefully to a sturdy level surface taking care not to drop them.

  • Page 9: Initializing The Arisense System

    IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 3. INITIALIZING THE ARISENSE SYSTEM Once the air valve is physically installed, the Arisense system should be prepared for operation. Please follow the following steps: Leak Detector Case from the air valve before Please note: In cramped installation spaces you may disconnect the physically installing the valve on the pipeline.
  • Page 10 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE Using the Flat-tip screwdriver [1], remove the ARISENSE Air Release Outlet [2], [3]. Using a screwdriver, unscrew the four bolts of the battery compartment cover [2] and remove the cover [3]. 3.3. Insert the SIM card...
  • Page 11 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 3.4. Connect the battery Connect the battery’s orange female connector [6] to the Arisense white male connector [7]. Reassemble the battery compartment cover [8] and the red outlet elbow. The Arisense is initialized and ready to be configured and connected to the communication network.

  • Page 12: Initial Startup Of The Arisense System

    IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 4. INITIAL STARTUP OF THE ARISENSE SYSTEM Once the air valve is physically installed and the Arisense system is initialized, it should be connected to the communication network. This process is done via a special Smartphone Applications named Arisense.
  • Page 13 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 2. Connecting and using the Arisense Bluetooth (BT) communication:  User Selection - On the Welcome Screen, choose between 2 versions of the app: Basic and EXPERT. The following description is for a BASIC USER type.
  • Page 14 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE Very Important: o Once the password is set, it will be required at every entry to the application. o Once set, the password cannot be changed again!  On the main screen, select the first button (IDENTIFY).
  • Page 15 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE  Once the CONNECT button is pressed, move a magnet near the valve at the designated location at the bottom of the unit. Picture 7 - Magnet designated location Note: The Air Valve model is for illustration only ...
  • Page 16 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE  A Connecting message appears on screen: Picture 9 – “Connecting” message  Wait until the ID number of the unit you are connecting to appear on screen and the Green LED on the upper left side of the screen is turned on. Your Smartphone application is connected now to the Arisense air valve.
  • Page 17 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE Unit Information – SETTINGS Screen of the Arisense Bluetooth application (BT)  Clicking 'SETTINGS' will take you to a screen where information about the unit is displayed, such as: valve type, software versions, regional clock, etc. You can change the valve type by clicking on the image and selecting from the list of images that open.
  • Page 18 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE The Sensor Test Status – TEST  To check the unit sensors status, click on 'TEST'. On the screen that opens you can see the status of all the unit sensors by a LED display. (Green = okay, no alert. Red = Alert activated. Shut-off = communication with the unit is disconnected and needs to be reconnected).
  • Page 19 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE  In the 'Location Description' window, enter the installation location description in a few words.  Make sure that the location coordinates of the installation appear.  You can take a photo of the installation by clicking 'TAKE A PICTURE'.
  • Page 20 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE Expert User In addition to the basic functions available to the basic user, there are several additional actions for use by the advanced user. Picture 16 - Main Screen (Advanced User)  Communication Testing – DETECT ...
  • Page 21 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE VII. Expert User - SETTINGS Screen of the Arisense Bluetooth application (BT)  The 'SETTINGS' screen has other options, not available to the basic user, such as: Software Update. Picture 18 - Setting Screen (Advanced User) VIII.

  • Page 22: Operation

    IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 4.2 The Technician Unit (RT) application:  Download and install the BT Arisense application by scanning this QR code with your Smartphone:  Download the Application file, install it on your Smartphone and make sure that the application has all the required permissions.
  • Page 23 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE  The Welcome screen appears Picture 3 – Welcome screen General Note: At any stage of the application operation you can return to the main screen by clicking on the ARISENSE icon at the top of the screen.
  • Page 24 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE  Setting Password - Once the User Type is selected, the set password screen appears. Set your password; it should contain four characters: Letters, Numbers or a Mixture of letters and numbers. Picture 5 – Set Password Screen Very Important: o Once the password is set, it will be required at every entry to the application.
  • Page 25 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE  To connect Bluetooth communication from your mobile device to the technician unit, select the first button - 'CONNECT TO RT'. Picture 7 - Connection screen  From the list of open connected devices to your device, select IWEPTool with the Unit Code as shown on the unit (see Picture 1).
  • Page 26 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE Picture 9 - Unit search  At this point, move a magnet near the valve at the designated location at the bottom of the unit until a confirmation message is received on the screen. The message will list the ID number of the unit you are connecting to.
  • Page 27 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE  Wait until a confirmation message is received on the screen. The message will list the ID number of the unit you are connecting to. Select the Identified unit. Picture 11 - Connected unit message ...
  • Page 28 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE  Return to the main screen. Note: Upon completion of working with the app, you must log out by clicking the "Back" button on your cell phone and then clicking OK on the message that appears.
  • Page 29 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE III. Sensor Test Status – TEST  To check the unit sensors status, click on 'TEST'. On the screen that opens you can see the status of all the unit sensors by a LED display. (Green = okay, no alert. Red = Alert activated. Shut-off = communication with the unit is disconnected and needs to be reconnected).
  • Page 30 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE  In the 'Location Description' window, enter the installation location description in a few words.  Make sure that the location coordinates of the installation appear.  You can take a photo of the installation by clicking 'TAKE A PICTURE'.
  • Page 31 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE Expert User Once an Expert user is selected the password setting screen appears:  Setting Password - Once the User Type is selected, the set password screen appears. Set your password; it should contain four characters: Letters, Numbers or a Mixture of letters and numbers.
  • Page 32 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE  In addition to the basic functions available to the basic user, there are several additional actions for use by the expert user. Picture 19 - Main Screen (Expert User)  Communication Testing – DETECT ...
  • Page 33 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE Expert User - Unit Information – SETTINGS  The 'SETTINGS' screen has other options, not available to the basic user, such as: Software Update. XII. Expert User - Unit Registration – REGISTER  In the Partner Unit registration, you can choose between automatic registration and registration for a specific master unit of your choice, and you also can force registration or removal even if there is no transmission at the moment (goes into effect as soon as there is transmission).

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 5. OPERATION When the system is charged and the pipeline begins to fill, the water flowing in the pipeline enters into the combination air valve, raising the air/ vacuum and air release float to its sealing position.

  • Page 35: Replacing The Arisense Battery

    IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 7. REPLACING THE ARISENSE BATTERY When needed, replace the Arisense battery with a new battery acquired from A.R.I. Open the battery compartment as described in section 3.2 of this document. Disconnect the battery’s orange female connector [1] from the Arisense white male connector [2] and pull out the used battery [3].

  • Page 36: Periodic Maintenance

    IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 8. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Please note that the periodic maintenance of the air valve is an integral part of the proper pipeline maintenance regime; it should be maintained at least once a year in accordance with the quality and composition of the fluid in the system.
  • Page 37 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 8.2. Servicing the Arisense Component Required tools and materials: • Flat-tip screwdriver • Phillips head screwdriver • 8mm combination spanner • 6mm Allen key • Plastic head hammer • 4.5mm roll pin punch • Small bowl with kitchen type liquid soap 8.2.1.
  • Page 38 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE Using the Flat-tip screwdriver [1], remove the ARISENSE Air Release Outlet [2], [3]. 8.2.2. Removing the Operating Valve Body Unscrew and remove the Operating Valve Body [1], [2].
  • Page 39 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 8.2.3. Removing the Float Hold the Operating Valve Body, turn it to the side and use a flat-tip screwdriver [1] to remove the Clamping Stem [2] and the Float (together with the Rolling Seal [3]). •...
  • Page 40 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE • Unscrew and remove the Arisense Body from the Air Valve Body [6]. Thoroughly clean the these two parts [7] • Thoroughly clean the body’s O-ring (replace it if needed [8]. Make sure that the O-ring is correctly seated in its designated groove [9].
  • Page 41 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 8.2.4. Cleaning and inspecting the float components • Thoroughly wash and clean the air valve components under clean running water to remove all grime; Pay special attention to the internal parts. • Visually check the condition of the Rolling Seal [1] & [2]. If any cracks or tears are found remove it from the Float and replace it.
  • Page 42 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE Pay attention to the correct position and direction and insert the tail end of the Rolling Seal Assembly into the groove on the Float [5]. Gently pull the Rolling Seal Assembly until it is partially inserted into the Float grove. Use the 4.5mm Roll Pin Punch to push the Rolling Seal Assembly to the middle of the Float [6] and align the middle of the Rolling Seal Assembly tail with the midline of the Float [7].
  • Page 43 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 8.2.5. Reassembling the Operating Valve Dip the head end of the Rolling Seal into the liquid soap solution [1] Reassemble the Operating Valve by inserting the loose end of the Rolling Seal into its designated groove in the Body,...
  • Page 44 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE Insert the Float halfway into the Body [1], insert the Clamping Stem into the Rolling Seal groove of the Body; make sure that it is inserted in the correct direction [2]. Push the Float and the Clamping Stem together downwards into the...
  • Page 45 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 8.2.6. Cleaning the ARISENSE Air Release Outlet Remove the Leak Detector Cover of the ARISENSE Leak Detector Case [1] and [2] then thoroughly but gently wash and clean the components under clean running water. 8.2.7. Reassembling the Air Valve and the ARISENSE Unit...

  • Page 46: Assembly Bom Table And Drawing

    IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 9. ASSEMBLY BOM TABLE AND DRAWING Discharge Elbow Body Leak Detector Case Screws Leak Detector Cover Rolling Seal Assembly Clamping Stem Float Screws Battery Cover Battery Cover Seal Battery O-ring Electronics Case O-Ring Base...

  • Page 47: Limited Warranty

    IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 10. A.R.I. LIMITED WARRANTY A.R.I. Standard International Warranty A.R.I. manufactured products are guaranteed to be free from defect in material and/or workmanship and to perform as advertised when properly installed, used and maintained in accordance with current instructions, written or verbal.

  • Page 48: Annex A. External Antenna Installation Procedure

    IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 11. ANNEX A. EXTERNAL ANTENNA INSTALLATION PROCEDURE The following is a general description of the Arisense External Antenna installation procedure. Please note:  The actual installation process depends on the specific layout of the installation site and on the operation conditions.
  • Page 49 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 11.4 Connect the antenna’s cable to the air valve’s connector; fasten the thread with hand power only [1]. 11.5 Attach the conduit tube to the air valve’s body, heat and shrink the coupler sleeve with a heat gun [1], [2], [3].
  • Page 50 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 11.7 Once the valve’s side of the connection is secured insert the SIM card and the battery to the Arisense unit and connect the Leak Detector Case and the Discharge Elbow [1]; for specific instructions please refer to the Arisense installation IOM.
  • Page 51 IOM D-040 L ARISENSE 11.10 Important notes: a. If the antenna cable is too long, do not cut it; roll and secure it with suitable brackets to the manhole wall. b. If possible install the antenna outside of the manhole, in such case make sure that the antenna is installed in a safe and protected place.

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