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Your Profession or Passion The next generation of WBGT and environment monitoring is here with the Kestrel 5400 Heat Stress Tracker. NK understands that you depend on accurate measurements to understand changing environmental conditions. The need for immediate and accurate weather data from monitoring devices that simply work is vital to taking action.
Components & Hardware ........9 Siting & Setup ............10 Tablet & K5 Drywall Mount Instructions ... 11 Set Up Your Kestrel 5400 HST ......12 Set up the Kestrel LiNK App ......13–16 Send Kestrel Data to AmbientWeather.net for Remote Monitoring ........17 AWN Setup ............
Introduction You are minutes away from the ability to detect unsafe heat-related conditions. Welcome to your simple and highly accurate Kestrel 5400 Heat Stress WBGT meter paired with a continuous monitoring tablet. This system is perfect for monitoring heat stress safety. It delivers accurate, hyper- local weather information.
1. Plan your location and mounting. 2. Set up your Kestrel 5400 Heat Stress Tracker. 3. Turn on your Remote Monitoring Tablet. 4. Set up the Kestrel LiNK App on your tablet.
Unboxing What’s included: » Kestrel 5400 HST Pro with Compass + LiNK » Kestrel Industrial Monitoring Tablet and Wall Mount » Certificate Of Conformity (Spec Sheet) » Heat Stress Reference Card (Waterproof) » Instructions » Battery - 1 × AA »...
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Components & Hardware Kestrel 5400 HST Pro w/ Compass + LiNK Remote Monitoring Tablet Tablet Wall Mount and Hardware K5 AC Adapter Tablet back cover, AC adapter, and PC connect cable. K5 Wall Mount and Hardware C o m p o n e n t s & H a r d w a r e...
Components & Hardware Components & Hardware (cont.) BLACK GLOBE SENSOR FRONT BACK ZONE ALERT REPLACEABLE IMPELLER COVER LIGHT IMPELLER TEMPERATURE SENSOR SERIAL NUMBER HUMIDITY SENSOR PRESSURE SENSOR SUNLIGHT AA BATTERY (1) READABLE (Lithium recommended) DISPLAY CAPTURE OPTIONS/EXIT BATTERY DOOR BACKLIGHT DATA TRANSFER PORT SELECT...
» Pick a spot you can easily access, as you may have to adjust settings on the unit. » Data is transmitted wirelessly via Bluetooth® Low Energy within wireless range (100 ft line of sight—reduced by walls and obstructions). Kestrel 5400 must remain within range of the connected remote monitoring tablet to trigger alerts.
Tablet & K5 Drywall Mount Instructions It is recommended to mount the tablet in portrait orientation, as the LiNK app is optimized for portrait mode. » Use provided anchors for drywall. » Measure and mark the location for the anchors. »...
Set Up Your Kestrel 5400 Unit Please refer to the Kestrel 5400 User Manual for more detailed setup information. » Slide the battery door latch and open door. Replace with battery door attached to AC Adapter. » Make sure the battery door “clicks” fully into place.
Set up the Kestrel LiNK App Download the app on your tablet and connect to your Kestrel 5400. » Plug in and power on the tablet. » Go to Settings > Network & Internet. Establish an internet connection. Settings » Return to the main screen, swipe up, and select the Google Play Store app.
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Set up the Kestrel LiNK App (cont.) Once you connect your device, you might receive Click “Update” if a a prompt stating “New Click on “Settings” to Click “Check for new Firmware update Firmware Required” check for new firmware. Firmware Updates” is available.
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Set up the Kestrel LiNK App (cont.) Enable continuous monitoring feature: Device power saving should be “Off” and Continuous Click on “Options” Monitor should be “On” in the LiNK app. Go to “App Preferences” as shown below. | 15 s y s t e m s e t u p...
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Set up the Kestrel LiNK App (cont.) Configure your dashboard display: Click on the “Devices” icon at the bottom left of your screen to return to your Full Screen example. Kestrel synced devices. Full Screen can show up to six Then click on screens at one time.
Send Kestrel Data to AmbientWeather.net for Remote Monitoring In Kestrel LiNK, go to your Select “Manage Slide toggle on to send data to “Devices” and click on “Settings” Device Data” AmbientWeather.net. This will also show your MAC Address. | 17 r e m o t e m o n I t o r I n G...
Connect to AWN NOTE: The Kestrel LiNK App must be running in the foreground on the remote monitoring tablet to transmit data to Ambient Weather Network continuously. » Using another internet-connected device such as a laptop or mobile phone, go to AmbientWeather.net to set up an account. »...
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Connect to AWN (cont.) » Enter the MAC Address displayed on the Kestrel LiNK app for the device you would like to use for remote viewing and click “Next”. » Enter a name for your Kestrel device. » Enter your device location. »...
Connect to AWN (cont.) » Go to your dashboard to select which Kestrel device you would like to view from the dropdown. » Set up complete! NOTE: It may take up to five minutes for data to start reporting. Dashboard View 20 | a w n s e t u p...
WARNING: Read and follow these guidelines to reduce the risk of injury or death. 3 Fully read your Kestrel 5400 user manual to familiarize yourself with the product’s features before operating. 3 Failure to operate this product correctly can damage it or produce inaccurate readings.
Compliance EU Declaration of Conformity This product was tested and found to comply with EU Council Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU (RED). EN 61010-1, SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT EN 55022, Enclosure of Ancillary Equipment EN 61000-4-3, Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Field EN 61000-4-2, Electrostatic Discharge This product contains: ESPRESSIF SYSTEMS Wi-Fi &...
Prop 65 WARNING: This product and/or its included or branded accessories can expose you to chemicals, including lead, lead compounds and phthalate DEHP, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and lead and lead compounds, bisphenol A (BPA), and phthalate DnHP, which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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Manufactured and Distributed by: NIELSEN-KELLERMAN 21 Creek Circle, Boothwyn, PA 19061 Phone Continental US: (610) 447-1555 Phone International: (800) 784-4221 www.kestrelinstruments.com info@kestrelinstruments.com 319109_0_23.01.12...
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