AVK 3001/004 User manual

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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual -
Version 5.00
VIDI LEVEL SENSOR: (3001/004) For measuring distance to the
nearest surface and transmitting data to the VIDI Cloud.

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Table of content
Table of content............................................................................................................................................ 2
1. AVK series and type 3001/004 detailed view - Mounting example.................................................... 3
2. Manufacturer ...................................................................................................................................... 4
3. Product information............................................................................................................................ 4
4. General warnings and security measures.......................................................................................... 4
5. Testing................................................................................................................................................ 4
6. Warranty............................................................................................................................................. 4
7. Disposal and recycling ....................................................................................................................... 5
8. Notes.................................................................................................................................................. 5
9. Device features .................................................................................................................................. 5
10. Operation and installation .................................................................................................................. 6
10.1Step-by-step installation guide ................................................................................................... 6
10.2Operation description ................................................................................................................. 6
10.3Activation/deactivation................................................................................................................ 6
10.1App features ............................................................................................................................... 7
10.2Battery replacement ................................................................................................................... 8

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1. AVK series and type 3001/004 detailed view - Mounting example
NOTE AVK has valves available with bosses for mounting additional equipment. Please contact
local AVK sales representatives for more information.

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2. Manufacturer
ASW-ATI Srl
Via Volontari della Liberta', 54/56, 50053 Empoli FI –ITALY (the ‘Manufacturer’)
The Manufacturer is a subsidiary of AVK Holding A/S (the ‘AVK Group’).
AVK Smart Water is a brand name of the AVK Group.
3. Product information
Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read the instructions carefully for information
about use and safety standards.
AVK logo and model identification data are displayed on the body of the device (via adhesive
tag).
4. General warnings and security measures
•Please read this manual carefully, before using the device. All use and installation
instructions are described in this publication that must be stored and found in the
workplace.
•Failure to comply with safety standards can have serious consequences for people’s
safety and the operation of the device. The Manufacturer will not take any responsibility
for damages resulting from failure to comply with these instructions.
•Installation must be carried out by personnel who are properly trained to operate on
plants where they will be able to install the device. Therefore, it is absolutely forbidden to
install the device if you are unexperienced.
•The device must be installed in sufficiently airy places to prevent any internal
overheating.
•Do not place the device in the vicinity of living flames such as candles, torches, etc.
•The device should not be exposed to aggressive chemicals that can damage the plastic.
5. Testing
Before being sent to the customer, all products are subject to appropriate final testing according
to an internal control plan.
6. Warranty
The Manufacturer provides a product guarantee to the distributor or customer for a period of 12
consecutive months. The start date of the warranty coverage period will be the delivery date.
Any faults or defects should be reported within eight days of their discovery.
All parts manufactured/supplied by the Manufacturer are covered by the warranty. However,
damage caused by normal wear and tear are excluded from the terms of this warranty.
In addition, damages determined to be due to improper installation or misuse of the device
according to the Manufacturer are excluded from the warranty.

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7. Disposal and recycling
This symbol on the product or packaging indicates that this product should not be
disposed with household waste. Instead, it is responsible to dispose of waste by
taking it to a designated collection point for recycling electrical and electronic
devices. Separate collection and recycling of waste at disposal will help conserve
natural resources and ensure environmentally and human-friendly recycling.
For more information about the recycling station closest to your home, contact the nearest town
hall waste disposal service or the company where the product was purchased.
Ensure that the rules for the collection of waste and the rules for the correct disposal
and recycling are always respected.
8. Notes
All rights to this manual are exclusive to the Manufacturer. Copying and translating this manual
is prohibited without a written permission from the owner.
The Manufacturer reserves the right to modify the technical specifications or functions of its
products, to cease production of one of its products or to discontinue technical support for one
of its products without notice in writing. The Manufacturer urges its customers to ensure that the
information in their possession is valid and updated.
9. Device features
The AVK Smart Water VIDI Level Sensor transmitter has the following specifications:
Transmitter:
Dimensions
H. 163 mm x L. 58 mm x W. 43 mm
Weight
0.15 kg
Security
IP68
Modulation
LoRa
Battery capacity
10 Years
Wire length
1 m or 3 m
Operating temperature
-40 °C up to 65 °C
Level sensor incl. Mounting bracket:
Dimensions
H. 145 mm, L. 80 mm, W. 50 mm
Sensor range
0 m –5 m
Sensor detection
Detects range to first detectable surface
Security
IP67

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Sensor accuracy
± 5 mm
10. Operation and installation
10.1 Step-by-step installation guide
In order to install this product correctly, please follow the steps below:
1. Find a desired location for measuring the water level e.g. beneath the chamber lid.
NOTE: Make sure to mount the level sensor pointing towards the surface where level
measuring is desired.
2. Make sure that the transmitter, wires and sensor are placed without interrupting the
operation of valves or similar.
3. Mount the transmitter in a location with good radio connection using the included steel
bracket.
10.2 Operation description
AVK Smart Water’s VIDI Level Sensor is equipped with a long-lasting non-rechargeable lithium
battery-powered device that allow the acquisition of physical quantities and sending them using
low-power radio equipment.
The transmitter sends a data package every 30 minutes containing a message with the
measured values with five minutes resolution. In case an alarm is detected (tamper or battery
alarm), an additional data package is sent immediately.
10.3 Activation/deactivation
Transmitters are shipped with radio mode off. Once the installation of the transmitter is
complete, the transmitter must be activated. This is done by using an Android (5.0 or later
version) phone with NFC interface (E.g. Samsung S10e).
In order to activate the device, it is necessary to download an application called “VIDI Tool”.
Download the application from Google Play store. If the application is hard to find, it is
recommended to search for “VIDI Tool ASW” in the search bar on Google Play store. The
application icon should look like the icon shown below:
Open the app and place the phone at the NFC symbol on the VIDI Transmitter like illustrated
below.
NOTE If the phone does not connect to the device, adjust the phone’s position a bit and try
again.
To activate the radio, press “ACTIVATE” without moving the phone from the NFC symbol on
the Smart Positioner. To disable the radio, press “DEACTIVATE”.

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Deactivating the radio after it have been connected to the network, will reset the uplink
counter in the device and might cause some loss of data packages. This is only regarding
devices connected to a LoRa network.
The device information will be displayed on the phone’s display:
10.1 App features
The application has different actions when the radio is activated which is described in this
section.
Read distance:
This button allows the user to read a local distance measurement immediately, once pressed.
The returned value is from 0 –100% which corresponds to the total range of the level sensor
(example: The measured value on the phone’s display shows 50.0 and using a level sensor
0…5 meter the real distance value is 2,5 meters). During field testing and device setup check
this feature can be helpful.
Show status:
This button allows the user to see the status of the device. Once pressed, the user will get
access to functions such as type, radio, serial no., and battery condition. To make a device
condition check, this feature can be useful.

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10.2 Battery replacement
The battery included in the transmitter guarantees a minimum of 10
years lifespan under normal conditions and use.
The battery replacement can be done by opening the container and
replacing the battery enclosed. Replace it with a battery of the same
characteristics, the same connector and the same polarity:
Battery type: Non-rechargeable lithium ions
Tension 3.6 V
Capacity: 9000 mAh
Size: C
Once the battery is replaced in the case of LoRaWAN transmitters, the message
counters are reset to zero. You must then also reset LoRa server-side.