RainPoint HCS008FRF Water Flow Meter User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- RainPoint
Table of Contents
HCS008FRF Water Flow Meter
User Manual
What in the box
A. HCS008FRF Water Flow Meter
B. (For NH thread/USA-type)
3/4″ Faucet End Connector (NH Thread/ USA-type)
3/4″
Faucet Adapter NH Thread/USA-type (black screw thread)
C. (For BSP thread/ EU-type)
3/4″ Faucet End Connector (BSP thread/ EU-type)
3/4″ Faucet Adapter BSP thread/ EU-type ( gray screw thread)
Note: B and C will be presented according to the country region, two sets of accessories will not be included in the product at the same time.
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Product Overview
1.2 Specification
- inlet and outlet 3/4”
- water rate 20 L/H to 2400 L/H
- working water pressure 0.5 bar to 8 bar (7-116 psi)
- accuracy ±5%
- communication distance with hub about 60m
- powered by 3*AAA alkaline batteries
- waterproof IPX6
1.3 Product Features
- current water flow rate and consumption checking on both LCD and APP
- hourly, daily and monthly water consumption checking via APP
- split type design
- Liter and Gallon switchable
- sleep mode for saving power
- low power alert notification
- water usage warning and correction on APP
CONNECTION AND INSTALLATION
Please scan the QR code or search the link to access the video to connect the device quickly and easily. Set Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P2yXpW3ewkI
2.1 Flow Meter Connection
This device is a sub-device, please connect the hub of Rain point Smart+
series before connecting this device.
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After the hub is successfully connected. Select the button on the top right corner of the APP home page to add device, or you can go to the hub’s home page and use “Sub-devices” to add devices.
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Find “Flow Meter” or the icon to add the sensor.
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Insert the batteries, and then the indicator will quickly blink in red.
Tips：Pull out the detector and use the tool to unscrew the four screws of the back cover.
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At the same time, select “NEXT” on the APP and start searching devices.
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Keep the sensor and the hub close to each other to connect automatically.
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Besides that, you can also re-insert the batteries to reset and reconnect if you fail to connect for the first time.
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After successfully connecting, the real-time water flow rate and other information will show on the device home page.
2.2 Installation
Option 1: Install the flow meter on the faucet and tighten it hard.| Option
2: Connect the flow meter with tubes or hose nozzle.
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①. 3/4″ Faucet End Connector (NH Thread/ USA-type)
②. 3/4″ Faucet Adapter BSP Thread/ EU-type (gray screw thread)
④. 3/4″ Faucet End Connector （BSP Thread/ EU-type）
⑤. 3/4″ Faucet Adapter NH Thread/ USA-type (black screw thread)
Note:
- 1 and 5 are available in different type and will be differentiated by region.
- Please do not remove the connectors while using.
- The fitting ②, ③, ④ are indivisible parts. Do not split them.
- The fitting ① and ④ , ② and ⑤ are different in the type of thread. Do not change the installation sequence of the fittings.
- Please follow the flow direction point out on the meter’s body.
- The work distance is within 320 feet in open area. Please do not leave the sensor so far from the hub.
APP FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
3.1 Device Home Page
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Setting: Basic settings for the sensor
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Real-time flow rate
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Data display:
• Current water usage
• Last water usage
• Current time
• Last time
• Total cumulative
• Total cumulative -
Charts: Check the water flow in 24 hours, 30 days, and 12 months
3.2 Basic Setting
Find the icon on the top right corner of the APP home page to＂Settings＂
page. In the basic settings, you can check and manage the device information,
such as name and interface.
3.3 Special features
Water Usage Warning: Detect the water usage in hours and send a warning
notification if the water usage exceeds the standard.
Water Usage Correction: Correct the water usage value in percentage if needed.
Data Reset: Clear the water usage record in this device.
3.4 Charts
Select Charts to review your water consumption hourly, daily and monthly in a
bar graph.
If you need more detail information about the operation, please scan the QR
code or search the link to access the video to check the device quickly and
easily.
Setup Video:
TROUBLESHOOTING
| Problem | Possible Factors | Solution may help |
|---|---|---|
| Fail to connect with the hub | 1. Wi-Fi signal unstable. |
2. Distance between sensor and hub is too far.
3. WiFi is not 2.4GHz| 1. Wait a little bit and try to connect one more time
by re-insert the batteries.
2. Stay closer to the hub while connecting.
3. Please connect 2.4GHz WiFi before connecting to hub.
Lose connection or get offline on the APP| 1. Low battery.
2. Hub disconnected.
3. Wi-Fi signal unstable.| 1. Change brand new batteries.
2. Check the hub and reconnect it if disconnected.
Then run the water through out the flow meter a little bit.
3. Re-insert the batteries to get into pairing mode again.
Data inaccurate or incorrect| 1. Insufficient waterfowl in the water pipe.
2. Not follow the recommended flow direction.| 1. Increase the water
pressure or water flow to fill the pipe diameter.
2. Re-install the flow meter following the flow direction.
Water leakage| 1. The quick connector is not tightened on the flow meter.
2. Battery cover screws not tightened.| Tighten the connectors and screws
before installation.
If you need more help about the product or anything about us, please
Contact us US: 1-833-381-5659 (EN
)(MON-FRI 9:30 AM-5:30 PM PST)
EU: +44 800-808-5337 (EN DE)(MON-
FRI 9:00 AM-5:00 PM CET)
Email: service@rainpointus.com
NOTES
- Please make sure to use 2.4GHz band WIFI to connect to this product.
- Must tighten the screws before installing.
- Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries.
- Under freezing temperatures, please keep the sensor away from snow to avoid potential freezing damage.
- Try to use it following the water flow direction.
WARRANTY
RAINPOINT provides a 3-year limited warranty on this product against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship.
FCC STATEMENT:
(FCC ID: 2AWDBHCS008FRF)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Warning: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV
interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such
modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
EC REP
NAME: VIAJE ELECTRONIC COMPANY LIMITED
ADDRESS: E588, 13 ADELAIDE ROAD, DUBLIN, D02 P950, IRELAND
Email: VIAJEELE@outlook.com
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
If you find it difficult to set up and want to watch the setting tutorial
video, please subscribe to our channel Rain Point on YouTube.
Or scan the QR code to visit the Rain Point channel on YouTube quickly.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1E5mRVq717cXvRwTBLYXtg
If the app and the user manual don’t have what you’re looking for, and need
some help about Rain point, please contact us by
LOT NO.: XXXXX (on the back of the device)
US Free Hotline(English): +1
833-381-5659
(MON-FRI 9:30 AM-5:30 PM PST)
EU Free Hotline(English Deutsch): +44
800-808-5337
(MON-FRI 9:00 AM-5:00 PM CET )
Email: service@rainpointus.com
Whats App: +1 626-780-5952
Web: www.rainpointonline.com
Email: service@rainpointus.com
Whats App: +1 626-780-5952
US Free Hotline(English): +1
833-381-5659
(MON-FRI 9:30 AM-5:30 PM PST)
EU Free Hotline(English Deutsch): +44
800-808-5337
(MON-FRI 9:00 AM-5:00 PM CET )