MOPEKA PRODUCTS M1015 Pro Check Sensor-LPG Instruction Manual

Manuel & Operating Instructions
Sensor Models M1015 ­ Pro + Sensors

THE INTENDED USE OF THE M1015 SENSOR IS TO MEASURE THE AMOUNT OF LIQUID PROPANE (AND OTHER LIQUIDS) INSIDE A PROPANE TANK MEETING THE SPECIFICATIONS BELOW, UNDER THE CONDITIONS LISTED BELOW.
THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY.

SPECIFICATIONS

MEASUREMENT METHOD| Ultrasonic
FLUID| Propane
TANK TYPES| Steel Tanks
Note: It also works with aluminum tanks with alternate mounting. Not intended for use on composite cylinders.
TANK SIZES| Vertical DOT Cylinders of 20 -100 lb (5 – 25 gal) and vertical tanks up to 11′ tall.
Horizontal tanks up to 11′ diameter
Envelope Dimensions| 196 x 106 x 15 mm (7.7 x 4.2 x 0.59 in)
Mounting location| Tank Bottom
Suitable for these locations| CLASS, I, DIVISION 1, GROUP D, T4 CLASS I, ZONE 0, AEx is IIA, T4, Ga Ex is IIA, T4, Ga

IP 54
Canada cert number: ETL21CA104765039X

OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE| -40° TO 55°C
TEMPERATURE CODE| T4
BATTERY| 2 AAA (Energizer Ultimate Lithium only)
HUMIDITY RANGE| 0 – 100%
MAX ALTITUDE| 4000m
AMBIENT CONDITIONS FOR TESTING| 23°C, 14.7 PSI

TOPEKA PRODUCTS LLC
MAILING ADDRESS: 1223 Industrial St, Suite A, New Braunfels, TX 78130
www.mopeka.com
support@mopeka.com

WARNING
USE OF THIS DEVICE IN A MANNER OTHER THAN STATED IN THIS MANUAL, MAY RESULT IN IMPAIRMENT OF THE DESIGNED SAFETY PROTECTION AND THUS AN UNSAFE CONDITION.
WARNING
EXPLOSION HAZARD BATTERIES MUST ONLY BE CHANGED IN AN AREA FREE OF IGNITIBLE CONCENTRATIONS.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF EXPLOSION DO NOT MIX OLD BATTERIES WITH USED BATTERIES, OR MIX BATTERIES
FROM OTHER MANUFACTURERS.
WARNING
ONLY USE BATTERY MANUFACTURER: ENERGIZER, PN L92 (ULTIMATE LITHIUM)
WARNING
THIS DEVICE IS NOT TO BE REPAIRED OR OTHERWISE MODIFIED.
WARNING
POTENTIAL ELECTROSTATIC CHARGING HAZARD

FCC Statement
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 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.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Mopeka Products, LLC for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

RF Exposure
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co- located or operating in conjunction with any other  antenna or transmitter.”

General Instructions & Warnings

Only install this device as described below. No field assembly is required. The sync process to the app on your smart device, as described below, should occur in an area cleared out of any explosive atmosphere.
Once the device is synced to the smart device/app, the device is “in service” and operating normally. The device will then operate continuously until the battery is exhausted. There is no “Power Off” mode from that point forward. Once in service, the device may then be moved, repositioned, or removed from the tank as needed, without any special instruction or changes to the device.
This equipment is not intended for repair or maintenance, other than changing batteries.
Any modification of the device may result in an unsafe condition.
Do not use the device for any other application, another environment, or in any other manner than as stated in this manual. Any such misuse may result in an unsafe condition.

Topeka Pro + Instructions (APP USER/HOMEOWNER)

Startup:

1. Remove 2 screws and lid.

2. Install 2 AAA batteries. Two AAA Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries are required. Note: Battery orientation is shown at the bottom of the sensor under each battery.
   Cellular:

3. The sensor will beep 2x when batteries are inserted. Wait for 3 beeps, to indicate successful cellular/cloud connection. The first startup may take longer to achieve 3 beeps because of initial cellular provisioning.

4. Note: Any time button is pressed, data will also be uploaded to the cloud. So, for example, after pressing the button to sync the sensor to the app, you will hear 3 beeps after data is uploaded to the cloud.
   BLE & Cellular:

5. Reinstall lid and screws. Torque = 9 in-lbs.

6. Open the Mopeka app.

7. Press the button for 2 seconds to sync the sensor to the app.

8. In the app, go to the sensor page; click on the Settings icon; and enter the appropriate tank size. Other settings may be adjusted as desired.

9. Be sure to create a user login (person icon in the upper left corner of the main app screen) to enable all features of the app such as remote checking tank level.
   Installation:

10. Prior to installation, install sonic grease on the center pad as shown.

11. Push and hold the sync button (3 seconds) until the beeping starts.

12. The beeping is an indicator of the correct installation position and ultrasonic function.

13.  Note: LED light will flash simultaneously with the beeper, as a visual indicator if background noise makes hearing the beeper difficult.

14. The beeping will be rapid when a button is first pressed.

15.  Install sensor on the tank bottom. See installation tips below.

16. As the sensor begins to read tank level, the beeping will slow indicating good quality readings.

17. Wait for 10-20 seconds to evaluate beeping (and thus installation position.)

18.  If the beeping stops, reading quality is adequate and installation is complete.

19. If the beeping has not stopped, reposition the sensor and reevaluate the beeping.

20. Note that instead of using a beeper, the Topeka Tank Check app may be used to evaluate tank level and reading quality in further detail, including a bubble leveling tool that can help ensure the proper, horizontal position of the sensor.

Startup:

1. Remove 2 screws and lid.

2.  Install 2 AAA batteries. 2, AAA Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries are required. Note: Battery orientation is shown at the bottom of the sensor under each battery.
   Cellular:

3. The sensor will beep 2x when batteries are inserted. Wait for 3 beeps, to indicate successful cellular/cloud connection. First, a start-up may take longer to achieve 3 beeps because of initial cellular provisioning.

4. Note: Any time button is pressed, data will also be uploaded to the cloud. So, for example, after pressing the button to sync the sensor to the app, you will hear 3 beeps after data is uploaded to the cloud.

5. Reinstall lid and screws. Torque = 9 in-lbs.

6. Scan QR code on the sensor. The automated link in the QR code will open the Mopeka cloud to enter all the relevant information required, such as customer name, tank size, etc.

7. After all customer information is entered, push the sync button on the sensor (1x, and immediately release) to initiate a data upload to the cloud.

8. The system is now ready to install the sensor on the tank.
   Installation:

9. Prior to installation, install sonic grease on the center pad as shown.

10. Push and hold the sync button (3 seconds) until the beeping starts.

11. The beeping is an indicator of the correct installation position and ultrasonic function.

12. Note: LED light will flash simultaneously with the beeper, as a visual indicator if background noise makes hearing the beeper difficult.

13. The beeping will be rapid when the button is first pressed.

14.  Install sensor on the tank bottom. See installation tips below.

15. As the sensor begins to read tank level, the beeping will slow indicating good quality readings.

16. Wait for 10-20 seconds to evaluate beeping (and thus installation position.)

17. If the beeping stops, reading quality is adequate and installation is complete.

18. If the beeping has not stopped, reposition the sensor and reevaluate the beeping.

19. The Topeka Tank Check app may be used to evaluate tank level and reading quality in further detail, including a bubble leveling tool that can help ensure the proper, horizontal position of the sensor.

20. After successful installation, check the cloud page again and verify the sensor is now updating in the cloud system. Note: You may press the button on the sensor anytime, to initiate a cloud update.

21. Sensors normally update every 6 hours otherwise.
    To Setup Bluetooth access to Topeka app (for homeowners/users that want to also directly read the sensor in-app):

22. Open the Mopeka app.

23.  Press the button for 2 seconds to sync the sensor to the app.

24. In the app, go to the sensor page; click on the Settings icon; and enter the appropriate tank size. Other settings may be adjusted as desired.

25. Be sure to create a user login (person icon in the upper left corner of the main app screen) to enable all features of the app.

Installation Tips:

Residential Sensor, apply grease to pad shown. Note also that if the sensor is repositioned several times, it may be necessary to reapply the grease, to ensure good coverage of the round pad.

Bulk Storage Tank Sensor, apply grease to the circular area shown.

For vertical tanks, the sensor should be installed in the center, the bottom of the tank as shown.
Place blocks, if needed, under the tank to allow adequate clearance for the sensor. The sensor should not contact the ground.
The tank should be as level as possible to ensure proper ultrasonic performance.

BOTTOM VIEW OF VERTICAL TANK

For horizontal tanks, install the sensor on the bottom center of the tank. The sensor should be level to work properly.
The sensor may be installed anywhere along the bottom center of the tank (as indicated by the blue arrows below).
Older tanks may have a buildup of sludge inside the bottom of the tank that can affect sensor performance.
Relocating the sensor along the bottom centerline will usually resolve this issue, as there is typically a spot where tank filling will keep one area clear of sludge.
On bulk storage tanks, it is typically recommended to locate the sensor a few feet away from the bottom fill valve inlet, as that area is kept clear of sludge by the filling process.

REVISION TABLE

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