Kingspan Watchman Radar User manual

Watchman Radar
Installation Instructions 1.5
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Watchman
Radar
Radar based level monitoring
device for tanks up to 3m

Pic 2
NOTE: it is important to keep all items dry during installation.
Choose a at, level position for the Monitor that is no lower than maximum
l level of the tank. Ensure the Transmitter does not sit at an a angle as this
can generate an incorrect level reading. Take care not to choose an area where
water can gather under the Monitor.
NOTE: If you are installing on a metal tank, the tank must have an existing gauge
hole where the sensor can be tted in order for the tank to be compatible with
the Magnus monitor. This gauge hole is not required for Plastic tanks.
2. Identify the right location Watchman Radar Transmitter
30cm
1. Check level, distance & height
Pic 1
Ensure before you start your install that the tank the
Watchman R is to be tted:
1. On a at level base.
2. A maximum actual tank height of 3 metres.
3. Tank must be tted in accordance with manufacturers
guidelines and instructions.
NB: Any radio frequency signal may be seriously inhibited if
positioned underground. Please check that the transmitter /
receiver link works in the desired location before installation.
Keep these handy before you begin.
Alcohol wipes Stixall sealant Sand paper Measuring tape
This product is to be used only on tanks
within the parameters outlined in the
specications. Any use of the product on
applications that lie outside these
specications is done so at users own risk.
Check
level,
distance
& height
Identify
the
right
location
Measure
your
tank
Fit
your
monitor
Begin
registration
Read fully before
installation & use
Magnet Spirit Level
Watchman Radar
Installation Instructions 1.5

Accurately measure your tank making note of this
measurement. The permissible maximum tank height is
3 metres from the base of your tank to the position of
the Watchman R (which should be no lower than the ll
point).(See Picture 6).
Height does not include the base/piers which tank sits on.
Tank Name/Model: ..........................................................
Capacity:.................................. Tank Height:....................
Unit Installation Height: .....................Oset:....................
Tank Shape: ..............................Tank Length:....................
Tank Width: .......................... Tank Diameter:....................
3. Measure your tank
Single Skin Oil Tank
Unit Installation Height
Tank Height
Inner Tank Height
Unit Installation
Fluid Height
Inner
Tank
Outer
Tank
Bunded Oil Tank
Pic 6
4. Fit your monitor
A) Mark out the location for the unit
B) Smoothen the surface at the installation location with sander or sandpaper.
C) Wipe the location using alcoholic wipes.
D) Apply an All Weather sealant under the unit generously.
E) Stick the unit to the tank making sure that the adhesive lls the space between the unit & tank.
F) Place the spirit level on the monitor and make sure its installed at.
Visit our YouTube channel for installation videos.
5. Begin registration
Download the Watchman Service App from the Playstore or AppStore.
Select Install option, ll in the registration form and send to [email protected]
To activate the unit swipe the magnet on the hotspot, serial number label.
The Watchman R can’t sit
at an angle as this gives an
incorrect level reading.
Pic 3Pic 4
Pic 5
NB: For tanks with window corrugations or internal braces
please ensure that the Watchman R is not positioned above
or within 15 cm of the area of the window or the edge of
the tank. If the Watchman R is positioned over or close to the
WINDOWED area it transmits incorrect readings.
(See Picture 5)
Ensure that the radar path is clear to the bottom of the tank as
per pic 2. When installed incorrectly on some windowed tanks
the unit can experience false alarms.
30cm
Sonic
Transmitter
30cm
Sonic
Transmitter
30cm
Sonic
Transmitter
Tank Braces
Tank Windows
Choose a suitable position for transmitter
Outlet
Outlet
Oset
Watchman Radar
Installation Instructions 1.5

5 013573 876212
Kingspan Water & Energy Ltd.
180 Gilford Road, Portadown,
Co. Armagh, Northern Ireland BT63 5LF.
T: [phone]
E: [email protected]
kingspansensor.com
Visit our
YouTube
channel for
installation
videos:
11/22_3229
Watchman Radar
Installation Instructions 1.5
This operating and safety manual contains important guidelines and warnings. Read this manual carefully
and follow all the guidelines contained within. This manual is intended for information purposes only and should
not be regarded as a source of law. Compliance with the instructions does not provide exemption from the
requirement to comply with the Safety Data Sheet for the substance stored, local Health and Safety guidelines,
as well as guidelines relating to re prevention and environmental protection, and in particular the provisions
of the ADR on international carriage of dangerousgoods by road. The manufacturer is not liable for any loss
or damage caused by improper use of the product and failure tocomply with applicable regulations.
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