Salus ARV10RFM-3 User manual

Wireless Radiator Valve
Model ARV10RFM-3
INTRODUCTION
The ARV10RFM-3 is a battery-powered, mini-size thermostatic
radiator valve (TRV) controller using the ZigBee wireless
protocol. Simply replace the existing, passive head on the
standard 30mm radiator valve with the AVA10M30RF (referred
to from now on as the TRV). This allows you to convert
systems with one or two thermostat zones into individually
controlled zones. Pair up to 6 TRVs with the AWRT10RF
wireless thermostats. The SG888ZB Gateway creates the
Zigbee network. An optional AX10RF Receiver controller
may be used to control the boiler.
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
• The Universal Gateway SG888ZB creates the Zigbee network.
• The thermostat(s) and TRV(s) join the Zigbee network to control the radiator(s)
• Up to 6 TRVs may be paired with a single thermostat.
• If you are using an optional AX10RF Wireless Receiver to control the boiler:
o If any thermostat calls for heat or, if the TRV is manually opened, the
AX10RF will energize the boiler
o As each zone is satisfied, the associated TRV(s) will close.
o The AX10RF will energize the boiler until all zones are satisfied, and then
turn-off.
See AX10RF and AWRT10RF manuals for more additional information.
CHECK COMPATIBILITY WITH THE RADIATOR VALVE
The SALUS TRV is compatible with most common thermostatic radiator valves.
Confirm dimensions
• Thread diameter is 30mm (1.18in)
• Valve pin length when open is between 13-16mm (0.51-0.62in)
If the dimensions do not match, it is recommended you change the radiator valve
If there are no threads near the valve pin (below), use the RA Adapter included with
the TRV
• Slip the Adapter over the stem until it clicks in place
• Make certain the adapter is fully seated
• Tighten the collar screw
Joining the TRV
The TRV will remain in the Joining mode for 10 minutes after the first-time power has
been applied (out of the box) or it has been factory reset.
Prior to inserting the batteries in the TRV, prepare the AWRT and the App for joining.
1. From the App
1.1. Click Devices on the top menu bar
1.2. Click Add Devices in the drop-down menu
1.3. Click Scan Devices on the new page that opens
2. With the AWRT
2.1. Insert the Batteries, the AWRT will go through its boot process
2.2. When the display shows
PAIR? RLY_CTRL
, press the ^ arrow once to
display
PAIR? RDTR_VLV
2.3. Press SELECT button the display will show
JOINING---
with a timer
counting down from
10:00
3. With the TRV
3.1. Remove TRV from the box
3.2. Remove side battery door
3.3. Insert batteries, ensuring
proper polarity
3.4. Replace cover
3.5. The LED will flash Orange , two
times, slowly
3.6. It will go through a sequence of
rapid Red and Green flashes
indicating the firmware versions (i.e. 14.4/6.3)
3.7. The LED will then flash Green (0.5s on/0.5s off) to indicate it is in the
Joining mode
3.8. Once the TRV Joins the network and Pairs with the AWRT, it will begin the
Adaptation process by retracting the valve stem pin
3.9. Press any button to initiate the Adaptation process
3.10. The TRV will remain in the Joining mode for 10 minutes
4. From the App
4.1. Wait for devices to be found, click on the devices to:
4.2. Give the devices a meaningful name
4.3. From the dashboard, select the Thermostat you want to Pair the TRV with,
by clicking on the tile
4.4. Click on the Thermostat name
4.5. To edit, click the on
4.6. Select the TRV - click box to turn Green, click Save
4.7. The TRV has now Joined the network and Paired with the Thermostat and
the LED will turn OFF
Note: If the TRV does not complete the Pairing process and no button is pressed
• After 10 minutes the TRV will automatically retract the pin (LED rapidly
flashing Red ) so the TRV may be mounted on the valve. During this
time, the TRV cannot Join/Pair
• After 20 minutes, the TRV will initiate the Adaptation process. During
this time, the TRV cannot Join
• Press the RADIO button for 10+ seconds to initiate the Joining mode
INSTALLATION
1. Remove the existing head.
2. Confirm the TRV pin is retracted (see 3.7
above)
3. Thread the TRV onto the radiator valve.
NOTE: Rotate the TRV so that the
battery door is accessible
4. Tighten the mounting ring finger-tight
to the valve
NOTE: Do not use tools or over tighten
5. Press any button to initiate the Adaptation process which takes approximately
4 minutes as the TRV calibrates itself to the valve
5.1. The TRV will go through a sequence of
5.1.1. Closing the valve (LED flashes Green )
5.1.2. Opening the valve (LED flashes Orange )
5.1.3. Closing the valve (no LED however if you listen closely, you will hear
the valve motor running)
5.2. The TRV will position the valve based on the command from the AWRT
5.2.1. If the TRV has not Paired with the AWRT it will move to its Fail-Safe
position of 25% open
NOTE: Once the TRV has completed the Adaptation process do not rotate the
TRV counterclockwise as it may loosen the mounting ring
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Auto Lock function
Once paired, the thermostat controls the TRV and after 5 minutes the TRV
buttons are locked.
• To unlock – Press RADIO + CLOSE button for 3 seconds, LED flashes
Green once
• To lock – Press RADIO + CLOSE button for 3 seconds, LED flashes Red
once
• TRV will Auto Lock after 5 minutes if no buttons are pressed.
LED
Indicator
CLOSE
OPEN
RADIO

Check Valve Status
To check if the valve is open or closed press the OPEN or CLOSE button
momentarily.
When controlled by the thermostat:
• A rapid single Red flash indicates the valve is closed
• A rapid single Green flash indicates the valve is open
When in Manual mode:
• Two rapid Red flashes indicates the valve is closed
• Two rapid Green flashes indicates the valve is open
Manually open or close the valve
To manually open or close the valve.
1. Unlock the TRV - Press RADIO + CLOSE button for 3 seconds
2. Open - Press the OPEN button for 3+ seconds, LED flashes Green
3. Close – Press the CLOSE button for 3+ seconds, LED flashes Red
The valve will remain in the commanded position until:
• Manually changed by pressing OPEN or CLOSE button for 3+ seconds
• Returned to Automatic mode by briefly pressing the RADIO button
• Room temperature falls below the Frost Protection set point of 41°F
(5°C)
Frost Protection
When the TRV has been manually closed, Frost Protection is automatically
enabled. If the room temperature falls below 41°F (5°C), the TRV will control
to the Frost Protection set point. When controlled by the thermostat, the
TRV responds to the thermostat’s Frost Protection set point.
Lime Scale Protection
The TRV has a lime-scale protection feature where if the valve has not moved
for 14-days, the TRV will automatically stroke the valve open and closed.
This function will attempt to prevent the valve from sticking due to scale
buildup on the valve assembly.
Factory Reset to default settings
The TRV can be reset to default settings and network, pairing, and valve
calibration information cleared if the device is not operating as expected.
1. Unlock the TRV - Press RADIO + CLOSE button for 3 seconds
2. To factory reset, press OPEN, CLOSE and RADIO buttons for 3+ seconds: LED
flashes Orange once
3. Remove the side battery door
4. Remove at least 1 battery for approximately 5 seconds
5. Replace battery(s)
6. Replace side battery door
The TRV will go through the initialization process described above then the
LED will flash Green (0.5s on/0.5s off) to indicate it is in the Joining mode.
Auto Adaptation
The TRV will reinitiate the initialization and Adaptation process where it
calibrates itself to the valve, each time the batteries are replaced.
Configuration, network, and pairing settings will be retained – unless it has
been Factory Reset.
Manual Adaptation
If you suspect that the TRV is not calibrated properly to the valve, you can
remove and replace the batteries, or force the TRV to initiate the
Adaptation process
1. Unlock the TRV - Press RADIO + CLOSE button for 3 seconds
2. Hold the Radio + OPEN buttons for 3+ Seconds: LED flashes Red and the
TRV will open the valve
3. Ensure the TRV mounting ring is finger-tight on the valve
4. Press any button to start the Adaptation process
Fail-Safe mode
The TRV will open to 25% as a Fail-Safe mode to provide some level of heat,
if hot water/steam is available if:
• The TRV loses or fails to Join the network or Pair with the thermostat
• TRV receives no command from thermostat for 1+ hours
• Low battery
• Temperature sensor malfunction
When in the Fail-Safe mode the TRV can be manually opened or closed
Quick Functions
To do this…
Press the…
Unlock the buttons
Press RADIO + CLOSE buttons together for 3 seconds,
LED flashes Green once
Lock the buttons
Press RADIO + CLOSE buttons together for 3 seconds,
LED flashes Red once
Manually open the
valve
Unlock, press OPEN button for 3 seconds, LED flashes
Green once
Manually close the
valve
Unlock, press CLOSE button for 3 seconds,
LED flashes Red once
Return TRV to
automatic mode
Short press RADIO button, LED flashes Red once
Redo Adaptation to
valve
Unlock, press RADIO + OPEN buttons together for 3
seconds. LED flashes Red as actuator opens.
Restore factory default
settings
Unlock, press OPEN + RADIO + CLOSE buttons
together for 3 seconds LED flashes Orange once, then
remove and replace batteries
Join Network & Pair
with thermostat
Unlock, press RADIO button for 10 seconds until LED
begins to continuously blink Green
Leave the network (if
already Joined)
Unlock, press RADIO button for 10 seconds. LED
flashes Orange once, blinks Green
Various LED States
When...
The LEDs...
Batteries inserted or
after reset
Flash rapidly Red than Green to indicate the
software version
Unit adapting
(calibrating) to the
valve
Steady Red as TRV opens valve
Flash Green as TRV closes the valve
Flash Orange as TRV reopens the valve
No LED as the TRV steps the valve closed
Unit has joined the
network but has not
paired to thermostat
Flash Orange (0.5s on/0.5s off)
Unit paired to
thermostat and in
auto mode
No LED
Leaving network
Orange for one second, then flash Green (0.5s
on/0.5s off)
Identifying the
network
Flashes Green for up to 10 minutes
When OPEN or
CLOSE button is
pressed
momentarily
Flashes Green once after short press on open or
close button in Auto mode
Flashes Red once after short press on open or
close button in Auto mode
Flashes Green twice after short press on open or
close button when in Manual Open
Flashes Red twice after short press on open or
close button when in Manual Close
Low battery
Flashes Red three times quickly every 10 seconds
As the battery continues to drain the frequency
will be decreased
Before the batteries drain completely, the TRV
will move to the Fail-Safe position (25% open)
Error installing
Green and Red flash alternately
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