BEWHERE BeSol+ Starter Kit Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
- Bewhere
Table of Contents
BEWHERE BeSol+ Starter Kit
Product Information
The BeSol+ BeWhere device is a tracking device that can be installed on assets for monitoring purposes. It comes with a pressure and humidity sensor and has dimensions of 100.6 x 56.6 x 33.7 mm (4 x 2.2 x 1.3 inches). The device is designed to be installed by a qualified mechanic after reviewing the installation manual. It is important to follow safety precautions and monitor the device frequently.
Product Usage Instructions
- STEP 1: Determine the best location on the asset to install the tracker.
- STEP 2: Clean the selected location.
- STEP 3: Mount the tracker on the asset using one of the following methods:
- Screws: Place the tracker in the desired location on the asset. Using a Phillips Pan Head driver, screw the provided stainless steel self-tapping screws through the mounting holes of the tracker into the asset. Ensure each screw is seated securely. Do not overtighten the screws.
- VHB Tape: Turn the tracker upside down to expose the underside. Measure the VHB mounting tape to cover the entire bottom of the mounting surface. Cut the tape to fit without extending beyond the ends of the tracker. Remove the backing from the VHB tape and adhere the tracker to the clean, dry surface of the asset following the tape manufacturer’s recommendations.
- Bracket: If using a bracket, locate the area on the asset where you want to install the bracket and device. Follow the bracket installation instructions.
- Antenna and GPS: It is important not to mount the device’s antenna against metal as it will block the ability to find the satellite and result in inaccurate device location. The device should be mounted with the solar panel facing up, in direct view of the sky, for optimal GPS performance.
Make sure to avoid mounting the device on coolant lines, radiators, electrical wiring, fluid tanks, or moving components. Regularly clean the solar panel to ensure proper recharging of the device.
Installer Qualifications
- The BeWhere device should be installed properly by a qualified mechanic after they have reviewed the installation manual.
Hardware Included
BeSol
- Sun-powered rechargeable battery
- Mounting Screws
- GPS, Temp, Light, Air Pressure, Humidity Sensor
- IP67/ 100.6 x 56.6 x 33.7 mm / 4x 2.2 x 1.3”
Tools and Material Required
- BeWhere installation document
- Acetone-based cleaner
- Clean, absorbent rags and/or towels
- Materials for your chosen mounting method (screw, magnet, or VHB tape) shown below
For screw mounting
- Self-tapping sheet metal screw
- Phillips pan head
- Zinc plated sheet
- Max head diameter 6mm
- Bit Size – 4×5/8-inch length
Purchase upfront
- For VHB tape mounting
- Cutting tool (scissors, side cutters, or knife)
- Double-sided Very High Bond (VHB) tape
- Butane torch to heat surface
For magnet mounting
- Magnet mounting kit
- Phillips screwdriver
- 8-mm wrench or socket
Warning Information
- WARNING: Do not mount any device with antenna side against metal (antenna location shown on page 3)
- WARNING: Please follow safety precautions for operating and servicing the installation on BeWhere devices
- CAUTION: Re-Tighten any screws loosen during work period
- CAUTION: Monitor devices frequently
- CAUTION: Clean solar panel after use, this allows the device to fully recharge
STEP 1 Determine the best location on the asset to install the tracker
- Choose a location where the top surface of the tracker (Antenna) will have a clear view of the sky (as shown below)
- Horizontal mounting is ideal but vertical mounting is acceptable, provided that the top of the tracker has a clear view of the sky
- Choose a location where the tracker is unlikely to be damaged or knocked off during normal operation of the asset
- If you use screws to mount the tracker, choose a location that is not backed by any element that the screws could be damaged
STEP 2 Clean the selected location
- Use acetone-based cleaner to remove oil, grease, and dirt from the mounting location
- Wipe down area with an absorbent rag or towel.
- Ensure area in dry before mounting device
STEP 3 Mount the tracker on the asset
- Follow the instructions below, depending on your preferred mounting method
- IMPORTANT: Do not drive screws into coolant lines, radiators, electrical wiring, fluid tanks, or moving components.
Using self-tapping mounting screws supplied:
You can use the provided screws to mount the tracker on steel that is up to
1/8 inch thick. For thicker steel, use machine screws, magnets, or VHB tape.
- Place the tracker in the desired location on the asset
- Using a Phillips Pan Head driver, screw the provided stainless steel self-tapping screws through the mounting holes of the tracker into the asset.
- Ensure that each screw is seated securely on.
- Do not overtighten the self-tapping screws as they will crack the base. Ensure both sides are equal in tightness.
Antenna and GPS Importance
- It is important not to mount the device’s Antenna against metal. If the Antenna is mounted against metal, this will block the ability to find the satellite.
- This will create inaccurate device location and the information being reported.
- Part Numbers B2 – BeSol (BTS)
- BeSol needs to be mounted with the solar panel facing up. It must be in direct view of the sky.
GPS
- On B2 generation devices, the GPS is located on the top of the PCB board (e.g. under the solar panel).
- Only B2 BeTen, BeSol, BeWired, and BeMini are sold onward.
- Mounting the devices with GPS directed towards the sky will give the best results.
- Covered GPS main bounce and be inaccurate.
Alternate Mounting Options
- Using VHB Tape– Must be purchased upfront at the time of order (ie. 3M™ VHB™ Tape is a high-strength, double-sided acrylic adhesive tape)
- IMPORTANT: The setting temperature must be above 0 °C to ensure proper stick.
- Recommended for lower temperatures to heat the mounting surface before applying tape.
- Turn the tracker upside down to expose the underside.
- Measure the VHB mounting tape to cover the entire bottom of the mounting surface. Cut the tap to fit so that it does not extend beyond the ends of the trackers.
- Remove the backing from the VHB tape.
- Following the tape manufacturer’s recommendations, adhere the tracker to the clean, dry surface of the asset.
Using Bracket
- Locate area on the asset where you would like to install the bracket and device
- Determine the way you would like your device to sit on the bracket
- Attach your device to the bracket and then install the bracket to the asset
- The bracket can either be mounted vertically or horizontally – as long as the GPS/Antenna is away from metal and facing the sky
Using Magnets
Industrial strength magnets are a useful mounting option if the equipment might be re-purposed in the future.
- Locate the area on an asset that the device will be mounted to with a magnetic mount.
- The magnet bolt is wider than the mounting tab hole on the device. This will need to be drilled out for the magnet bolt to fit.
- The strong magnetic grip connects to any metal for reliable stability and support
Installation Do’s
GPS pointing to the sky, antenna away from the metal, asset in an outdoor
location= correct installation which offers the best data.
Therefore we recommend using BeSol for outdoor assets management
Hiding/ covering the trackers will likely result in poor network coverage and will not be able to give a valid GPS fix.
FCC Compliance Statement
A separation distance of 20 cm must be maintained between this device and
nearby persons.
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.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.”
IC statement:
This device contains licence exempt transmitter(s)/receivers) that comply with
Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause interference.
- This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user‘s authority to operate the equipment.
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 or more
of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
- Connect the equipment to 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.
BeWhere, B4-MIOT-MR BSP Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information BeWhere Inc 1958 BUTLER PIKE #506 CONSHOHOCKEN PA 19428
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