UseTECH FlowTimer+ User manual

FlowTimer+ Hub Set
Connection center
for the FlowTimer+ System
Operating manual

Publisher
usetech GmbH
Tanzplatz 10
D- 55130 Mainz
Phone:
+49 6131 - 921325
Website:
www.use-tech.com
Document
number
FlowTimer+ Hub Set_Manual_EN_V3
Original Operating Manual
Date of issuance
04.03.2019
Printing date
04.03.2019
Copyright
usetech GmbH
This documentation including all its parts is protected by copyright.
Any use or modification outside the narrow limits of copyright law
without the consent of the company usetech GmbH is prohibited
and punishable by law.
This applies in particular to duplications, translations, microfilming
and storage in electronic systems as well as processing in these.

Table of contents
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Table of contents
Table of contents.........................................................................1
1General information.............................................................3
1.1 Explanation of symbols .........................................................3
2Technical data......................................................................5
2.1 Electrical data........................................................................5
2.2 Environmental and climate conditions...................................5
2.3 Lifetime..................................................................................5
3Intended Use ........................................................................6
3.1 Non-approved use.................................................................7
4Basic safety instructions.....................................................8
5System description FlowTimer+ Hub Set...........................9
5.1 Content of the FlowTimer+ Hub Set......................................9
5.2 FlowTimer+ Hub Plan view .................................................10
6Installation..........................................................................11
6.1 Mounting the Hub on the Mobile phone holder...................11
6.2 Mounting the Hub on a pipeline ..........................................12
6.3 Electrical connection ...........................................................13
6.4 Cascading the FlowTimer+ Hub..........................................13
6.5 Potential-free alarm output..................................................15
6.6 Charging connection Smartphone.......................................16
6.7 Smartphone app..................................................................16
7Operation and Function.....................................................17
7.1 Operating conditions ...........................................................17
7.1.1 Normal operation...........................................................................17
7.1.2 Restarting the system....................................................................17
7.2 Status display......................................................................17

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8Troubleshooting, Maintenance .........................................18
8.1 No display............................................................................19
8.2 Alarm signals.......................................................................19
8.2.1 Status display permanently red.....................................................19
8.3 Maintenance........................................................................20
9Packaging, Transport, Storage .........................................21
10 Disposal..............................................................................22
11 EC Declaration of Conformity ...........................................23

General information
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1 General information
The operating instructions describe the entire life cycle of the
system. Keep this manual in such a way that it is easily accessible
to any user and available to any new owner of the system.
NOTE
The operating instructions contain important
information on safety!
Non-observance of these instructions can lead to dangerous
situations.
The operating instructions must be read and understood.
1.1 Explanation of symbols
DANGER
Warns of imminent danger!
Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Warns of a potentially dangerous situation!
Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Warns of a possible hazard!
Failure to do so may result in moderate or minor injury.
NOTE
Warns of material damage!
Failure to do so may result in damage to the system or
equipment.

General information
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indicates important additional information, tips and
recommendations that are important for your safety and the
proper functioning of the system.
refers to information in this operating manual or other
documentation.

action steps
The defined sequence of steps makes it easier for you to
use the system correctly and safely.

Result
Here you will find the result of a sequence of steps
described.

Technical data
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2 Technical data
2.1 Electrical data
Input voltage: 5VDC
Power consumption: average max. 0.25 W
Supply connection: Micro USB socket
Output socket: USB A socket
Output current USB: max. 1.5 A
Potential-free output:
Contact rating, 30VDC / 2A
I/O sockets: 4x RJ12 (6pol)
2.2 Environmental and climate conditions
Ambient temperature: +5°C-40°C
Protection class: IP20
Location: only suitable for indoor use
2.3 Lifetime
The function of FlowTimer+ Hub must be checked by a qualified
technician at regular intervals (see also chapter 9.3).

Intended Use
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3 Intended Use
Please observe the notes in this operating manual as well as the
operating conditions and permissible data in the data sheet so that
the system functions perfectly and remains operational for a long
time. In case of non-observance of these instructions as well as in
case of inadmissible interventions into the system, any liability on
our part is void, as is the warranty on the system and accessories!
The FlowTimer+ Hub connects several FlowTimer+ to a group, and
thus generates a group alarm.
This alarm is available via a potential-free switching output (for
alarm systems, Smart Home Sensor, etc.).
An external smartphone can be permanently charged via the
FlowTimer+ Hub. In the event of an alarm, the FlowTimer+ Hub
interrupts the charge, a suitable app on the smartphone can then,
for example, send an SMS as a warning.
The FlowTimer+ Protect can be connected like a FlowTimer+ and
is then activated in case of an alarm.
Any other use or use going beyond this shall be deemed improper
use. The usetech GmbH is not liable for damages resulting from
this. The risk is borne solely by the user.

Intended Use
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3.1 Non-approved use
Unapproved use in the sense of a foreseeable misuse shall be
deemed to be improper use:
The I/O sockets of the FlowTimer+ Hub are only suitable for the
connection of FlowTimer+ products. No telephones, ISDN, other
devices or adapters may be connected.
The FlowTimer+ Hub may only be operated with the
components in the set or other FlowTimer+ products, unless
explicitly stated otherwise! If components of other manufacturers
are used, usetech GmbH is not liable for damages and the
warranty also expires.
The USB A output socket serves only as a charging socket for a
smartphone.

Basic safety instructions
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4 Basic safety instructions
WARNING
Electrical voltage can be life-threatening.
The installation of a stationary power supply must be
carried out by a qualified electrician.
The system must be commissioned and, if necessary,
adapted by a specialist. The local conditions must be
observed.

System description FlowTimer+ Hub Set
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5 System description FlowTimer+ Hub Set
5.1 Content of the FlowTimer+ Hub Set
Fig. 5.1: Content of the FlowTimer+ Hub Set
1
Plug power supply 5V / 1,5A
2
FlowTimer+ Stroke
3
Mobile phone holder
4
I/O connection cable 2 m
5
Charging cable 0.3 m (Micro USB to USB A)
The set also includes a Power Strip, two self-adhesive mounting
sockets and two cable ties for mounting the FlowTimer+ Hub.

System description FlowTimer+ Hub Set
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5.2 FlowTimer+ Hub Plan view
Fig. 5.2: FlowTimer+ Hub Plan view
6
Power supply connection (Micro USB socket)
7
I/O connection (RJ12 /6pol)
8
Status display (red/green)
9
Potential-free switching output
10
Charging socket output (USB A)
11
Nameplate

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6 Installation
6.1 Mounting the Hub on the Mobile phone holder
Fig. 6.1: FlowTimer+ Hub mounted on mobile holder
As shown in Figure 6.1, theFlowTimer+ Hub can be glued tothe
hand holder from below using the supplied Power Strip.
The plugged-in power supply unit then holds the
Mobile phone holder with hub and if required also
the smartphone on the wall.

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6.2 Mounting the Hub on a pipeline
Fig. 6.2: FlowTimer+ Hub Rear view with mounting sockets
Stick the self-adhesive mounting bases (12) to the back of the
FlowTimer+ Hub as shown in Figure 6.2. Push the cable ties
(13) from below through the bases and tighten them on the
pipeline.

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6.3 Electrical connection
If the I/O plug is plugged into the socket, this must cause
a clicking noise. If not, please check again whether the
plug is correctly engaged!
When disconnecting connections, please note to press
the locking lugs of the I/O connectors!
Plug the power supply unit into a suitable socket and connect
the power supply unit to the power supply connection (6) of the
FlowTimer+ Hub.
The status indicator (8) of the FlowTimer+ Hub must now be
green glow.
Now connect all FlowTimer+ and FlowTimer+ Protect to the I/O
sockets (7) of the FlowTimer+ Hub (2) using the I/O connection
cables (4).
6.4 Cascading the FlowTimer+ Hub
If more than four FlowTimer+ or FlowTimer+ Protect are
used, additional FlowTimer+ Hub Sets are required.
Connect three I/O connectors (7) to FlowTimer+ or FlowTimer+
Protect devices using the I/O connecting cables (4) of the
FlowTimer+ Hub Set.

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Connect the remaining fourth I/O port (7) to another FlowTimer+
Hub I/O port (7).
Which I/O connection (7) is used for which device and which
sequence is irrelevant for the function.
Three more FlowTimer+ Hubs can now be connected to the
second FlowTimer+ Hub, FlowTimer+ or FlowTimer+ Protect, or
two FlowTimer+ / Protect and one more FlowTimer+ / Protect and
another FlowTimer+ Hub!
Remark:
Therefore only one FlowTimer+ Hub Set is required when
using a total of 4 FlowTimer+ or FlowTimer+ Protect.
If more than a total of 4 FlowTimer+ or FlowTimer+ Protect
devices are used, an additional FlowTimer+ Hub Set is
required for every two additional FlowTimer+ or FlowTimer+
Protect devices!
Note:
Only the FlowTimer+ Hub has to be supplied with voltage by
the power supply unit (1), at which an output (switching
contact or charging output) is also used!
WARNING
Risk of destruction:
Never use ISDN distributors, splitters or telephone
distributors to connect FlowTimer+ devices.

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6.5 Potential-free alarm output
Fig. 6.3: FlowTimer+ Hub Scheme Alarm Contact
The illustration above shows the FlowTimer+ Hub at rest (without
alarm).
Without alarm COM is internally connected to NC.
In case of alarm COM is internally connected to NO.
WARNING
Never connect mains voltage!
The contact load capacity is 30VDC / 2A

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6.6 Charging connection Smartphone
According to figure 6.2, the power supply socket (6) is internally
connected to the USB charging socket (10) in idle mode (without
alarm).
The included micro USB power supply can therefore charge an
external smartphone.
In the event of an alarm, the USB charging socket (10) is internally
disconnected and charging is interrupted.
This separation can then be evaluated using Mobile App.
6.7 Smartphone app
There is a large selection of mobile alarm system apps for
smartphones available on the Internet, which can help an outdated
smartphone to develop a new application.
For example, we can recommend the SALIENTEYE App, which
can be downloaded from www.salient-eye.com .
Which mobile app you ultimately choose depends on your device
and your personal requirements.
Note:
The mobile app used only needs to recognize that the
charger has been removed. We recommend only Apps,
without Clouddienste etc.. Only apps that can send an SMS
directly from your smartphone!

Operation and Function
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7 Operation and Function
7.1 Operating conditions
7.1.1 Normal operation
An operation of FlowTimer+ Protect is not necessary, because an
alarm as well as its resetting is done automatically by the upstream
FlowTimer+ systems.
7.1.2 Restarting the system
Unplug the AC adapter (1) from the wall outlet or disconnect the
power supply.
wait ten seconds
Restore power supply
7.2 Status display
Green
(duration)
There's no alarm pending.
Red (duration)
An alarm of a FlowTimer+ has triggered a group alarm
(see also chapter 9.2.1).

Troubleshooting, Maintenance
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8 Troubleshooting, Maintenance
Power failure
In the event of a power failure, all FlowTimer+ and
FlowTimer+ Protect open automatically and connect the
downstream piping systems to the respective supply.
The protective function is no longer given!
The power supply for the FlowTimer+ Hub is then also no
longer powered, the charging of the smartphone is
interrupted and its mobile app can then send an alarm via
SMS.
CAUTION
Make sure that you use the same supply voltage for all
FlowTimer+ and FlowTimer+ Hubs.