Summary of Contents for Fracsun CS4
- Page 1 ARES Soiling Measurement System Installation Manual Model CS4 Revision F Release date: August 17, 2021...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
12. Do not connect any other solar panel to the Wash Extension other than the one supplied. 13. Consult Fracsun when any doubt or questions arise regarding equipment installation. 14. Refer all equipment servicing to qualified service personnel or Fracsun Inc. -
Page 3: Box Contents
Box contents The ARES soiling measurement system is shipped in two boxes. The following contents are in each box: ARES box ARES CS4 Soiling External cellular whip antenna Flex tubing, 3 meter, 1/8” ID, Measurement Device (SMA connection) ¼” OD (pre-attached to ARES) - Page 4 ARES unit can be installed while taking note that the soiling loss measurement will not match. The daily accumulated soiling loss (soiling rate) can still be used in the Fracsun portal to calculate an estimate of current soiling loss at the site by extrapolating back to the most recent cleaning event.
- Page 5 The most flexible option to have data in your DAS platform and the Fracsun cloud, is to use our RESTful API. Please contact Fracsun support to learn more about Modbus-only communication or the API.
- Page 6 Mounting ARES to the array Due to every array having unique mounting specifications, Fracsun has developed two universal mounts that will work for the majority of tracking and fixed systems. The bottom of the ARES device contains six ¼-20 threaded inserts that can be utilized to mount ARES in various methods if the universal mount will not fit your application.
- Page 7 HSAT bracket hardware list: • (1) HSAT Bracket • (2) 1/4-20 x ½" flat head screw • (2) 5/16-18 threaded rod with locking nuts • (1) 9” length shallow strut channel • (2) 5/16” fender washers • (2) 5/16” locking washers •...
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Page 8: External Connections
NERC compliance. Modbus-only mode will bypass the low-power sleep state and cellular cloud functions, but the microcontroller will always remain ON to be available for Modbus polling. Please contact Fracsun to learn more about connecting ARES to a Modbus RTU master, datalogger, or SCADA system. - Page 9 A liquid level sensor is installed inside the 16 gallon tank. When the sensor is triggered, a “low tank alert” is sent to the Fracsun cloud and you will receive an update via Email and the Web Portal. You will have approximately 60 days to refill the tank before it is completely dry.
- Page 10 Removing the solar panel To continue with installation, the solar panel must be removed to gain access to the Wash Extension enclosure cover, M12 connection, and pump output barb. Remove the 4 machine screws (2 per side) as seen in Figure 9 and set the solar panel aside.
- Page 11 ARES and Wash Extension devices, they will not communicate, automated washing will not occur, and feedback will not be sent to the Fracsun cloud. Verify the LED is fading aqua color to ensure a successful connection. If the LED fades magenta for 3 seconds (after flashing orange), wait another 5 minutes.
- Page 12 Reinstalling and connecting the solar panel Please note: After July 2021, Fracsun changed the 20W solar panel, connector, and mounting hardware to a 10W solar panel with new mounting brackets. Please contact Fracsun for Revision E of this Installation manual if your soiling station has a 20W panel.
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Page 13: Completed Installation
Completed installation The image showcases a completed ARES installation: ARES Soiling Measurement System Page 13 of 15 Installation Manual, revF... - Page 14 Dimensions Drawings not to scale. For dimensional use only. ARES Soiling Measurement System Page 14 of 15 Installation Manual, revF...
- Page 15 Fracsun Inc. San Luis Obispo, California, USA Web: www.fracsun.com Email: info@fracsun.com Phone: 805-242-3722 ARES Soiling Measurement System Page 15 of 15 Installation Manual, revF...
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