Tork EasyCube User manual

Tork EasyCubeTM
User Manual
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1 Introduction - Tork EasyCubeTM
Tork EasyCube™ is an Internet of Things (IoT) solution for data driven
cleaning management. Tork dispensers and bins are equipped with
sensors that communicate their status to a cloud based system.
Also, the system includes visitor registration units that count people
passing into a washroom area or a cubicle. Combining these
information sources gives many opportunities to improve both
The information is automatically transferred via the web application
to a facility manager or a building service team to stay in control and
take actions. The web application includes digital cleaning rounds
and follow-up, tailored to managers and their teams - empowering
users to work smarter.
Original instruction.
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Figure 1. Each dispenser is wirelessly connected to an information system that
can be utilized by both a Facility Manager as well as cleaning staff, in order to
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2 Get an instant overview
At any point in time the system will provide a quick overview of the
status of the installed dispensers through a web based dashboard.
Instantly the user of the web application, for example a facility man-
ager, will be able to spot if dispensers are about to become empty.
2.1 Before you get started
To be able to get started with Tork EasyCube there are some
activities that need to be performed.
Initially the customer together with Essity will determine which
rooms will be included and the required number of gateways (see
chapter 3.6 for further explanation) to support these locations.
The number of gateways required for a location depends upon the
distribution of the connected rooms within the building and also the
construction material of the building walls.
The installation is done by professional installers.
The installation instruction is available in the Tork EasyCube Install tool.
Figure 2. Status Red indicates
very soon out-of-paperand Yellow
Green needsno attention. Add a
dashboard measurement of a critical
location to track its usage.
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Figure 3. The different components for Tork EasyCube
3 Technical components and Wireless Communication
for Tork EasyCube
Gateway
Cloud
2.4GHz Radio
3G
User InterfaceSensors
Internet
Connection
in status occurs, the gateway forwards the information to the Tork
EasyCube. It is in the application server in the cloud where all data
is processed and aggregated to useful information. The customer
is provided access to the Tork EasyCube web application for
management and analysis of collected information.
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3.1 Sensors
There are a couple of different sensors that generates data points
for Tork EasyCube. The data from sensors are interpreted into
useful and actionable insights for users.
in Tork dispensers
• Bin sensors measure the level of waste in Tork bins
• Dispensers with embedded sensors measures foam soap level
All sensors communicate with the Gateway via radio on the 2.4GHz
frequency band. The sensors are capable of two directional com-
munications. Each unit transmits usage data as well as operational
conditions (such as battery level). It can also be instructed to fall
asleep in situations when equipment is in transit or not used for a
longer period.
Note that installed Sensor Communication Units for the full dis-
penser assortment continue to be available for existing customer
installations. For new installations the Level Sensor and the Sensor
Communication Unit are provided for the dispenser systems ac-
cording to the list in this user manual.
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3.1.1 Level Sensor
The Level Sensor is added to a special slot in the dispenser. The
by colors.
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Green: indicates that the dispenser still has enough
paper remaining.
•
• Red: indicates that the dispenser is almost empty.
Wipe off with a dry cloth each 6 month or when needed
to remove dust.
Article number: 682930
The Level Sensor is used for the following dispensers Article number
Tork Elevation Xpress Hand Towel Dispenser 552020
552028
Tork Image Design Xpress Hand Towel Dispenser 463002
Tork Xpress Medium/Large Recessed Cabinet Towel Adapter 309695
309696
Tork Image Design Mini Jumbo Bath Tissue Roll Dispenser 465500
Tork Elevation Matic Hand Towel Roll Dispenser 5510282
5510202
Tork Elevation Matic Hand Towel Roll Dispenser –
with Intuition Sensor 5511202
5511282
Figure 4.
Level Sensor
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3.1.1.1 Battery information for the Level Sensor
Each Level Sensor is operated by an Essity approved battery,
CR2450. The bracket where the sensor is placed looks different
for different dispensers, the illustration shows one example. The
battery change procedure is the same for all the dispensers.
To change battery:
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Take out the level sensor from the bracket
in the dispenser Open the cover
Caution: Risk of explosion if the
battery is replaced by an incorrect
type.

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Remove the battery Replace witha newEssity approved battery
Put the sensorinto the bracket inthe
dispenser again.
Recycle used batteries according to
regulations.
Close the cover again
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3.1.2 Tork EasyCube Sensor Communication Unit
The sensor communication unit is added to a special slot in the
the Tork EasyCube by colors.
Each sensor is operated by an embedded battery.
Wipe off with a dry cloth each 6 months or when
needed to remove dust. Article number: 682870
Figure 5. Sensor
• Green: indicates that the dispenser still have
enough paper remaining.
the dispenser.
• Red: indicates that the dispenser is almost
empty.
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