SALUS ARV10RFM-3 Wireless Radiator Valve User Manual
- June 8, 2024
- SALUS
Table of Contents
SALUS ARV10RFM-3 Wireless Radiator Valve
INTRODUCTION
The ARV10RFM-3 is a battery-powered, mini-size thermostatic radiator valve
(TRV) controller using the ZigBee wireless protocol. Simply replace the
existing, passive head on the standard 30mm radiator valve with the AVA10M30RF
(referred to from now on as the TRV). This allows you to convert systems with
one or two thermostat zones into individually controlled zones. Pair up to 6
TRVs with the AWRT10RF wireless thermostats.
The SG888ZB Gateway creates the Zigbee network. An optional AX10RF Receiver
controller may be used to control the boiler.
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
- The Universal Gateway SG888ZB creates the Zigbee network.
- The thermostat(s) and TRV(s) join the Zigbee network to control the radiator(s)
- Up to 6 TRVs may be paired with a single thermostat.
- If you are using an optional AX10RF Wireless Receiver to control the boiler:
- If any thermostat calls for heat or, if the TRV is manually opened, the AX10RF will energize the boiler
- As each zone is satisfied, the associated TRV(s) will close.
- The AX10RF will energize the boiler until all zones are satisfied, and then turn-off.
See AX10RF and AWRT10RF manuals for more additional information.
CHECK COMPATIBILITY WITH THE RADIATOR VALVE
The SALUS TRV is compatible with most common thermostatic radiator valves. Confirm dimensions
- Thread diameter is 30mm (1.18in)
- Valve pin length when open is between 13-16mm (0.51-0.62in)
If the dimensions do not match, it is recommended you change the radiator
valve
If there are no threads near the valve pin (below), use the RA Adapter
included with the TRV
- Slip the Adapter over the stem until it clicks in place
- Make certain the adapter is fully seated
- Tighten the collar screw
Joining the TRV
The TRV will remain in the Joining mode for 10 minutes after the first-time
power has been applied (out of the box) or it has been factory reset.
Prior to inserting the batteries in the TRV, prepare the AWRT and the App for
joining.
- From the App
- Click Devices on the top menu bar
- Click Add Devices in the drop-down menu
- Click Scan Devices on the new page that opens
- With the AWRT
- Insert the Batteries, the AWRT will go through its boot process
- When the display shows PAIR? RLY_CTRL, press the ^ arrow once to display PAIR? RDTR_VLV
- Press SELECT button the display will show JOINING—with a timer counting down from 10:00
- With the TRV
- Remove TRV from the box
- Remove side battery door
- Insert batteries, ensuring proper polarity
- Replace cover
- The LED will flash Orange, two times, slowly
- It will go through a sequence of rapid Red and Green flashes indicating the firmware versions (i.e. 14.4/6.3)
- The LED will then flash Green (0.5s on/0.5s off) to indicate it is in the Joining mode
- Once the TRV Joins the network and Pairs with the AWRT, it will begin the Adaptation process by retracting the valve stem pin
- Press any button to initiate the Adaptation process
- The TRV will remain in the Joining mode for 10 minutes
- From the App
- Wait for devices to be found, click on the devices to:
- Give the devices a meaningful name
- From the dashboard, select the Thermostat you want to Pair the TRV with, by clicking on the tile
- Click on the Thermostat name
- To edit, click the on
- Select the TRV – click box to turn Green, click Save
- The TRV has now Joined the network and Paired with the Thermostat and the LED will turn OFF
Note: If the TRV does not complete the Pairing process and no button is pressed
- After 10 minutes the TRV will automatically retract the pin (LED rapidly flashing Red) so the TRV may be mounted on the valve. During this time, the TRV cannot Join/Pair
- After 20 minutes, the TRV will initiate the Adaptation process. During this time, the TRV cannot Join
- Press the RADIO button for 10+ seconds to initiate the Joining mode
INSTALLATION
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Remove the existing head.
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Confirm the TRV pin is retracted (see 3.7 above)
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Thread the TRV onto the radiator valve.
NOTE: Rotate the TRV so that the battery door is accessible -
Tighten the mounting ring finger-tight to the valve
NOTE: Do not use tools or over tighten -
Press any button to initiate the Adaptation process which takes approximately 4 minutes as the TRV calibrates itself to the valve
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The TRV will go through a sequence of
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Closing the valve (LED flashes Green)
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Opening the valve (LED flashes Orange)
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Closing the valve (no LED however if you listen closely, you will hear the valve motor running)
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The TRV will position the valve based on the command from the AWRT
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If the TRV has not Paired with the AWRT it will move to its Fail-Safe position of 25% open
NOTE: Once the TRV has completed the Adaptation process do not rotate the TRV counterclockwise as it may loosen the mounting ring
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Auto Lock function
Once paired, the thermostat controls the TRV and after 5 minutes the TRV buttons are locked.
- To unlock – Press RADIO + CLOSE button for 3 seconds, LED flashes Green once
- To lock – Press RADIO + CLOSE button for 3 seconds, LED flashes Red once
- TRV will Auto Lock after 5 minutes if no buttons are pressed.
Check Valve Status
To check if the valve is open or closed press the OPEN or CLOSE button
momentarily.
When controlled by the thermostat:
- A rapid single Red flash indicates the valve is closed
- A rapid single Green flash indicates the valve is open When in Manual mode:
- Two rapid Red flashes indicates the valve is closed
- Two rapid Green flashes indicates the valve is open
Manually open or close the valve
To manually open or close the valve.
- Unlock the TRV – Press RADIO + CLOSE button for 3 seconds
- Open – Press the OPEN button for 3+ seconds, LED flashes Green
- Close – Press the CLOSE button for 3+ seconds, LED flashes Red
The valve will remain in the commanded position until:
- Manually changed by pressing OPEN or CLOSE button for 3+ seconds
- Returned to Automatic mode by briefly pressing the RADIO button
- Room temperature falls below the Frost Protection set point of 41°F (5°C)
Frost Protection
When the TRV has been manually closed, Frost Protection is automatically
enabled. If the room temperature falls below 41°F (5°C), the TRV will control
to the Frost Protection set point. When controlled by the thermostat, the TRV
responds to the thermostat’s Frost Protection set point.
Lime Scale Protection
The TRV has a lime-scale protection feature where if the valve has not moved
for 14-days, the TRV will automatically stroke the valve open and closed. This
function will attempt to prevent the valve from sticking due to scale buildup
on the valve assembly.
Factory Reset to default settings
The TRV can be reset to default settings and network, pairing, and valve
calibration information cleared if the device is not operating as expected.
- Unlock the TRV – Press RADIO + CLOSE button for 3 seconds
- To factory reset, press OPEN, CLOSE and RADIO buttons for 3+ seconds: LED flashes Orange once
- Remove the side battery door
- Remove at least 1 battery for approximately 5 seconds
- Replace battery(s)
- Replace side battery door
The TRV will go through the initialization process described above then the LED will flash Green (0.5s on/0.5s off) to indicate it is in the Joining mode.
Auto Adaptation
The TRV will reinitiate the initialization and Adaptation process where it
calibrates itself to the valve, each time the batteries are replaced.
Configuration, network, and pairing settings will be retained – unless it has
been Factory Reset.
Manual Adaptation
If you suspect that the TRV is not calibrated properly to the valve, you can
remove and replace the batteries, or force the TRV to initiate the Adaptation
process
- Unlock the TRV – Press RADIO + CLOSE button for 3 seconds
- Hold the Radio + OPEN buttons for 3+ Seconds: LED flashes Red and the TRV will open the valve
- Ensure the TRV mounting ring is finger-tight on the valve
- Press any button to start the Adaptation process
Fail-Safe mode
The TRV will open to 25% as a Fail-Safe mode to provide some level of heat, if
hot water/steam is available if:
- The TRV loses or fails to Join the network or Pair with the thermostat
- TRV receives no command from thermostat for 1+ hours
- Low battery
- Temperature sensor malfunction
When in the Fail-Safe mode the TRV can be manually opened or closed
Quick Functions
| To do this… | Press the… |
|---|---|
| Unlock the buttons | Press RADIO + CLOSE buttons together for 3 seconds, LED |
flashes Green once
Lock the buttons| Press RADIO + CLOSE buttons together for 3 seconds, LED
flashes Red once
Manually open the valve| Unlock, press OPEN button for 3 seconds, LED flashes
Green once
Manually close the valve| Unlock, press CLOSE button for 3 seconds, LED
flashes Red once
Return TRV to automatic mode| Short press RADIO button, LED flashes Red
once
Redo Adaptation to valve| Unlock, press RADIO + OPEN buttons together for 3
seconds. LED flashes Red as actuator opens.
Restore factory default settings| Unlock, press OPEN + RADIO + CLOSE buttons
together for 3 seconds LED flashes Orange once, then remove and replace
batteries
Join Network & Pair
with thermostat
| Unlock, press RADIO button for 10 seconds until LED begins to continuously
blink Green
Leave the network (if already Joined)| Unlock, press RADIO button for 10
seconds. LED flashes Orange once, blinks Green
Various LED States
| When… | The LEDs… |
|---|
Batteries inserted or
after reset
| Flash rapidly Red than Green to indicate the software version
Unit adapting (calibrating) to the valve| Steady Red as TRV opens valve
Flash Green as TRV closes the valve
Flash Orange as TRV reopens the valve
No LED as the TRV steps the valve closed
Unit has joined the network but has not paired to thermostat| Flash Orange
(0.5s on/0.5s off)
Unit paired to thermostat and in
auto mode
| No LED
Leaving network| Orange for one second, then flash Green (0.5s
on/0.5s off)
Identifying the
network
| Flashes Green for up to 10 minutes
When OPEN or CLOSE button is pressed momentarily| Flashes Green once after
short press on open or close button in Auto mode
Flashes Red once after short press on open or close button in Auto mode
Flashes Green twice after short press on open or close button when in
Manual Open
Flashes Red twice after short press on open or close button when in Manual
Close
Low battery| Flashes Red three times quickly every 10 seconds As the
battery continues to drain the frequency will be decreased
Before the batteries drain completely, the TRV will move to the Fail-Safe
position (25% open)
Error installing| Green and Red flash alternately
SALUS North America, Inc.
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