USER MANUAL
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1. Batteries The Portable Main Unit Receiver and the Remote Transmitter both use 3 x UM 3 AA 1 5V alkaline batteries Do not use other types of batteries No other power source is necessary to run the units Loading the batteries Remote Monitor Sender Box Diagram Instructions Diagram Instructions Install the batteries by matching Remove the cover with ascrewdriver the correct polarity Always use the Then follow the same instructions as correct battery type 3 x UM 3 AA the main unit 1 5V alkaline batteries 7 tf Once done replace the cover and Warning Reversing the polarity screw back the cover onto the unit may damage the product NOTE Replace the batteries whenever the weak battery mark main or remote N shows the display is dim or the display does not illuminate when the power is on Replace all the batteries at the same time it is unwise to mix old and new batteries 10 Contact your local waste disposal authority for instructions on how to dispose of used batteries Used batteries can be harmful to the environment and should not be thrown out with household rubbish AC Adapter The main unit receiver can operate with a 6 0V AC DC adapter which can be purchased separately Mounting the Remote Monitor The Remote Monitor can either be placed on a flat surface with the back stand pulled out or mounted as shown below Diagram In2. 70000000000maaaasaa nana NAN N GN NG SAAN NSAN AN NAAN 12 CLUSLOMBING SET NGO AA AA 13 Setting the CA 13 Setting the electricity COSt Per NOUM ccccccceceseeseeeeecenseeseeeeeeeasauseeeeeeaeaasaeeeseeseaseeeeeesuaageeeeseesnagseeesenans 13 Setting the cost per hour currency unit 2na AA GG AGA 13 Setting the cost per hour value aa AA AA AA 14 Setting the greenhouse gas emissions per KW rate 7 nn nennn nnne een 14 Setting the battery power save mode 0707720700 masasa nanana nA NAAANINAG SAAASNAAA nn eenn nnmnnn en 14 hn a MAIN UNIT INFORMATION GABI 15 To display power consumption in AIM DS aaa AA AA AA 15 SETTING THE ALARM AANGAL NANANA 15 TOSEUUIC GIANNI sisusse EASRA RESE ARRE AEREE 15 PUI UNG me alar seses E E Eei AA EE 16 USING THE SEARCH AND CHECK FUNCTION mmm AALANGAN 16 Usngthesedarch TUNCUON ssanrinatettacussseautanieatectinddiguasnanttoateataaagnsenuriocdoncm PANA AA 16 Resetting the Remote Monitor and the Sender BOX ccsscccceeeeesseeeeceseaseeeeeeanaaseeeeeeesaasseeeeessanseeeeees 17 TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY senario aaRS EEEE aAA 17 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE iriserai aaa aa EA EEE aaa 18 SPECIFICATIONS BIGGER 18 DEFAULT VALUES aieniiisennin aE a AA AA 20 WARRANTY aiina E EEE E Anak 20 PROOF OF PURCHASE sssnnoonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nnmnnn 21 User Manual Version 10 07 07 INTRODUCT
3. USER MANUAL Lane MODEL CM113 CMR113 CMS113 Wireless Energy Monitor Patent Pending USER MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS EN TABLE OF CONTENTS 22ANG 1 INTRODUC TION ve scccescs cesdneesenaceaveetencconsnncesncasanesneeeces esse destnncen anna ce ccnauebinetendsonsrasneussennesnesscensesevcessecsnesnenvetiecs 3 KEY FEATURES PAA AA AA AA AA AA AAP 3 Remote Monitor Model CM113 AA 3 o gogo due sl eee eee ne nee ae ene mea ee ce ee nC ent ones ka ween nae cement ene mene mere 4 Sensor Model OMOTI Beene Reet nee erie Reto este es Mele Mrs ne eee re Reo ee mee ee ere ee ee ee cee eee 4 id BO a Ea PA 5 WARNINGS ic esis AA ANA NA AA 6 IO S e AA KA AA E A E E E T 6 SAFETY AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS ABAKA AA 6 ao y OE AON AA 6 Canang TON THIS POLE GAGA AGA AA 6 HOW THE PRODUCT WORKS AAP AA GAAN 7 NA AR 7 Life ieie alao ma SLA AA AA AA AA ASPIRE PA 7 Wae and KIONA IS 2a RE E A SE NANA AA AN AA 7 Household power cable and phase amak AA AA 7 elaine Paa 7 QUICK INSTALL GUIDE ABA AA GANA AA 8 GETTING STARTED paa ANAN BANANA AA 10 MOU lg AA AA PA AA EG 10 Unpacking me FProdUC ama AA AA AA AA AA 10 ESS sa AGANG AA AA 10 Loading the AS AA AA 10 GEL AA PR 11 Mounting the Remote MONTO a AG ABAD AA 11 Mounting the Sender BOX scsvestcs secenasncrcevenvedeteenssaeveadesteluinienatauttdueiacddeteanaiacedduerataatucnaaacseonceemannenteaseuesnes 11 PLAGE NE SONG mana ABA NANALASA 12 Plugging the Sensor into the Sender Box
4. amount of greenhouse gas emissions produced in kilograms per hour or tonnes per year e household power consumption in kilowatts or amps see To display power consumption in amps To display the information simply use the mode key to switch between screens 7770 T iIe a eCG in BUTTON To display power consumption in amps Household power consumption can be displayed in terms of amps instead of kilowatts see HOW THE PRODUCT WORKS To display the amount of electrical current passing into your home amps instead of the amount of energy consumed kW follow the instructions below Diagram Instructions a a a 1 Press mode to change to kW display j 2 Press and hold mode for 2 seconds The AMP display is shown gt ID P CE sole NN 3 Press mode again to return to kW display TITI kha SETTING THE ALARM The ONL comes equipped with an alarm that alerts users when the electricity cost per hour exceeds a pre set limit This helps control energy consumption and may reduce electricity bills and the possibility of blackouts during peak load periods To set the alarm limit To set the alarm limit follow the instructions below Diagram Instructions 1 Press and hold alarm key for 2 secs 2 Use the arrow key to change a value 3 Press alarm again and continue until all values are set Z LU ED Activating the alarm To activate the alarm follow the instr
5. CE approved Europe FCC UL USA IC Canada and applicable Australian and New Zealand Communications and Electricity Authorities Regulation N12357 19 a EN Z LU DEFAULT VALUES FUNCTION DEFAULT VALUES CUSTOMISED SETTINGS AC voltage 240V Greenhouse gas emission rate per kW 1 0 Greenhouse gas unit kg hour Tariff charge cost per kWh 12 cents per kWh Currency S and cent Hi alarm 2 00 hour HI on Battery save receiver MAX on WARRANTY LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY 2 Save Energy Plc warrant this product for a period of 1 year from date of purchase for all defective in workmanship or materials All defective parts will be replaced or repaired free of charge The following exclusions do not include the purchaser from those statutory rights consumers have under the Consumer laws that exist in the UK Warranty Conditions 1 The product must be installed and operated in strict accordance with instructions 2 Save Energy Plc will not accept liability for any damage or injury caused by misuse or non compliance with the instructions Warranty will only be given where proof of purchase date is provided Eg original invoice or copy This instrument must not be modified in any way Batteries are specifically excluded from this warranty 2 Save Energy Plc will not be liable for indirect consequential or incidental damages oa fF WB N 2 Save Energy Plc reserves the right to ch
6. ION al Z Lu Thank you for selecting the ONL Wireless Energy Monitor This product was developed to monitor household electricity use and can display your electricity cost per hour as well as your instantaneous household electricity consumption It can also show the amount of greenhouse gas emissions produced by your local power generating authority as a result It is designed to give many years of reliable service if used correctly and performs the following functions Monitors and displays electricity cost per hour in dollars pounds or euros Monitors and displays total instantaneous household electricity consumption Calculates greenhouse gas emissions per hour Alerts user to peak load electricity limits via alarm function Displays temperature and humidity inside the home Transmits information to a portable LCD unit for easy viewing This manual contains important safety and care information and provides step by step instructions for using this product Read the manual thoroughly and keep it in a safe place in case you need to refer to it later KEY FEATURES Remote Monitor Model CM113 Front view Main LCD Screen WIRELESS ELECTRICITY MONITOR Mode Button ar my a Toggle between different display screens AL E b Enable adjustment of settings p p f Adjust Button a Used to adjust values nal nt ie Alarm Button Enable Adjust alarm settings Back view Wal
7. ange specifications or designs described in this manual without notice or obligation 2 Save Energy Plc 72 73 Bartholomew Street Newbury United Kingdom RG14 5DU Telephone 44 1635 556 410 www 2saveenergy com info 2saveenergy com 20 Oo Ca Toe Z LL If you need any service or warranty support please contact the Supplier giving the following details Product Name ONL Model CM113 CMR113 CMS113 Purchaser Name and Address Supplier Name and Address Date of Purchase 21
8. arm simultaneously The current voltage setting is displayed 2 Press mode again The voltage value blinks 3 Use the arrow key to change the value 110 250 4 Press mode when finished Setting the electricity cost per hour The ONL initially displays the electricity cost per hour as a default or factory setting of 12 pence per kWh see Watts and Kilowatts To find the local electricity charge per kWh refer to your last electricity bill and then change the currency unit and value by following the instructions below Setting the cost per hour currency unit NOTE The default currency setting is For the UK a currency setting change to is required Diagram Instructions 1 Press mode and alarm simultaneously UU Gy lt d d 2 The currency value blinks Use the arrow key to change the flash D value in or A a ca EC WON 3 Press mode to set value CL Lin 0C 8 II 4 Press mode when finished 13 zZ U Setting the cost per hour value Diagram Instructions MAX iy UY a say 1 Press and hold mode for 2 seconds The first digit of the electricity i cost per hour flashes D L o ow a a aN iour 2 Use the arrow key to change the flashing value 0 9 Press mode C C T qn to set value Repeat for all digits 7 I I il IL Wan 3 Press mode when finished Setting the greenhouse gas emission per kW rate see Greenhou
9. blems you may encounter with your unit EN If your ONL is not operating as you think it should check here before arranging for servicing Problem Symptom Check this Remedy No power or no reading Power will not turn on or no display reading on LCD screen Batteries are exhausted Replace with new batteries Batteries are inserted incorrectly Insert the batteries correctly gt Batteries reading display readings on LCD screen or Display does not change when power use is changed Sender Box and Remote Monitor are not synchro nised or transmission link has been broken Reset both units Sender Box first Remote monitor second 00 00 reading Current not detected Check cable from sensor into transmitter Call Electrician to check No Alarm reading in Alarm Alarm disabled Activate alarm flashing Automatic search underway Allow search to run to completion Remote Monitor receives data from another Sender Boxr Display does not respond as expected Incorrect Sender Box detected during installation or following battery replacement or reset Refer to installation instructions NOTE After resetting the main unit receiver it may take up to 2 minutes to re establish the communications link This can be expedited by pressing the CHECK button on the remote transmitter for 2 seconds to force trans
10. ce the Current Sensor is attached to the household power line you may plug it into any of the three outlets in the Sender Box by following the steps below Diagram Instructions 1 Choose one of the three outlets 2 Plug in NOTE The signal wiring approx 1 volt 1 milliamp on the current sensor is double insulated suitable for installation in a 240 volt domestic power supply meter box When passing through an enclosure opening the wiring should be protected from sharp edges by fixed bushes It is possible to purchase further Sensors and use them simultaneously on multiple power lines up to 3 This may be useful in buildings with high rates of power consumption such as factories or offices If more than one Sensor is used the total power consumption displayed will be a combined reading 12 ET 5 When the Sender Box and Sensor have been connected the ONL Remote Monitor immediately starts receiving information The LCD screen displays electricity consumption and greenhouse gas readings based on default factory settings see SPECIFICATIONS In order to obtain a more accurate reading it is advisable to make more customised settings Setting the Voltage The voltage of the power line see Voltage and current can be set by following the instructions NOTE The default voltage setting is 240v For the UK a voltage setting change to 230v is required Diagram Instructions 1 Press mode and al
11. e on the Portable Main Unit is set to 1 kilogram of greenhouse gas for every 1KW of electricity produced 1 00 This can be changed depending upon the fuel or energy source used by your power generating authority see customized settings Baa a oe QUICK INSTALL GUIDE EN Step 1 Remove all items from packaging Rem Sender Box Sensor Batteries x6 User Manual AA Alkaline MANUAL Step 2 Locate Sender Box and Senso The Sensor comprises a small plastic component with a hinged clip and a wire with a jack plug connector on the other end The hinged clip is designed to clip around the Live insulated power supply cable coming from the Electricity Meter to the Consumer Unit Fuse Box WARNING Extreme care must be taken when working with electrical equipment as touching exposed electrical wires or components may result in electrocution causing death If in any doubt consult a qualified electrical installer Step 3 Locate Electricity Meter and identify live supply cable eLocate your electricity meter eLook at the cables entering the meter at the bottom You will need at least 150mm 6 of cable from the meter to the consumer unit to be accessible to fit the sensor around the wire Where the cables inside walls or enclosures and are not accessible consult a qualified electrical installer for advice e Before touching any cables visually inspect the insulation Plastic Covering for any signs of da
12. er the sensor may be clipped over a number of circuit wires from the same phase to read the total current being drawn If all of these wires do not fit into one sensor then another sensor can be used to measure the current in the remaining circuit wires providing these wires are of the same phase Note If this is the case always consult a qualified electrical installer Additional sensors may be used to measure the current in the other phases The sensors are suitable for a maximum current of up to 71 amps If used on wires carrying a greater current the readings will not be accurate If the current in any one wire or group of wires is more than 71 amps additional sensors can be used to share the current EN ZZ O CN lo Z LUI GETTING STARTED You will need As you unpack and begin to set up your new O NL you will need the following equipment e User manual for instructions on how to set up and use the product e A hammer and 2x 2mm head nails to fix the mounting bracket unit to the wall Alternatively you may screw the bracket to the wall e A small cross head screw driver to open the battery compartment of the Sender Box Unpacking the product When you unpack your O NL make sure to keep all the packing materials in a safe place in case you need to later transport or return it for servicing In the box you will find Remote Monitor Sender Box Sensor Batteries x6 AA User manual AA alkaline MANUAL
13. ess the Search button within 30 seconds of activating the Check function If a connection is not made try resetting both the Remote Monitor and the Sender Box If you are resetting 16 DET maa Z both units to re establish a connection between the units the Remote Monitor must be reset last Resetting the Remote Monitor and the Sender Box To reset both units to default factory settings follow the instructions below Diagram Instructions 1 Locate the reset point on the back of the Remote Monitor 2 Push a blunt stylus pen gently into the reset point 3 Follow the same steps for the Sender Box TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY An added feature of the ONL is a temperature and humidity display Both temperature and humidity are alternately displayed in the bottom left hand corner of the Remote Monitor for three seconds Humidity is shown as and temperature in Celsius C a factory setting of Fahrenheit F is also available W770 ap ow lt a HOUR e 1I Uk Uhan J Na l L Ll wet Temperature Relative Humidity 20 25 C 40 70 68 77 F Any NOTE The readings given are for the surrounding environment and may a change according to the position of the unit HHH or LLL will be shown if the temperature is over or under range 50 C to 5 C 17 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE This section includes a list of frequently asked questions for pro
14. he wall adjacent to the meter or consumer unit Check length of Sensor s cables to ensure that they will reach the location of the transmitter mounting bracket Step6 Unscrew backing plate on the sender box and install batteries provided You will need a small cross head screwdriver for this task Step 7 Plug Sensor cable Jack Plug into any one of the sockets located at the bottom of sender unit Step8 Whilst at the sender box location install the batteries into the Remote Monitor Note The Remote Monitor may not connect to and lock with the Sender Box if the batteries are not installed into the Sender Box before the Remote Monitor Step9 Push the CHECK button on the Sender Box for more than 2 seconds to force the sender box to send wireless signals to the Remote Monitor to help the Sender Box connect to the Remote Monitor Step 10 Push SEARCH button on the back of the Remote Monitor and the Remote Monitor and Sender Box should connect and lock When they have connected you should see a usage reading based on default settings Step 11 To customise settings refer to the CUSTOMISING THE SETTINGS section in the User Manual Step 12 For trouble shooting refer to the TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE in the User Manual Alternative sensor installation The sensors are suitable for use with wire diameters of up to 11mm They must not be forced over cables greater that 11mm or the sensor will break If wiring is larger than 11mm diamet
15. l Mount Recess Hole For mounting the unit to a wall Search Button To search for and calibrate with Remote Transmitter On Off Alarm Button Turn Alarm on or off Reset Hole Returns all settings to default values Table Stand Can be pulled out and used to stand the unit on a flat surface Battery Compartment Plug pack power socket optional EN Sender Box Model CMR113 A Transmit Signal Light D Reset Hole Check Button E Battery Compartment weather proof Used to check reception with main unit Requires screwdriver to open Sensor Cable Sockets Hinge E Sensor body Clip F Sensor cable Sensor top part G Plug Hole for electricity phase wire LCD Display Symbols Description Z LL Explanation Maximum receiving speed Information is received from the Sender Box every 6 seconds instead of every 1 minute Use with MAX set off to save battery life HI Alarm limit activated The electricity cost per hour peak load limit is activated The alarm will sound if it is exceeded PENCE CENT HOUR Cost per hour Pence Cents The instantaneous cost per hour of electricity being used in your household in dollars pounds sterling or euros PENCE CENT kWh Cost per kWh Pence Cents The amount tariff that your local electricity retailer charges for electricity per kWh Kilowatts hour kW Kilowatts The total amount of e
16. mage or deterioration such as cracks in the outer covering visible copper cores burnt or blackened covering If damage is seen do not touch anything and contact a qualified electrical installer for advice elf there is any water present in the fuse box caused by rain or leakage do not install the sensor until everything is absolutely dry eYou should see four cables entering the bottom of the meter these are the incoming electrical supply cables Live and Neutral from the suppliers main fuse electrical cut out and the outgoing Meter Tails Live and Neutral that run from the meter to the consumer unit fuse box Note if you have an off peak supply there may be more cables seen here if that is the case consult a qualified electrical installer Step 4 Clip the Sensor s around the live outgoing supply cable not the neutral which goes into your consumer unit Do not pull or bend the cables all that is required is for you to ease the cable into position where you can clip the sensor around the cable If in any doubt always consult a qualified electrical installer D E i Identifying the Live meter tail Meter ATS Consumer Unit narn NG or Fuse Box he Live meter tail should be the cable leaving the meter on ihe farthest right nand side position i N Live Outgoing Meter Tail To Consumer Unit di 4 Main Electrical Supply Cut out Step5 Locate sender box mounting bracket on t
17. missions every 2 seconds SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions Remote Monitor Model CM113 Width x Height x Depth Weight 107 W x 117 H x 30 D mm 160 g Sender Box Model CMR113 Width x Height x Depth Weight 78 W x 113 H x 40 D mm 110g Sensor Model CMS113 Width x Height x Depth Weight 50 W x 50 H x 30 D mm 20g 18 DD Power On Factory Default Settings AC voltage 1kg Co2 GHG unit greenhouse gas GHG conversion Tariff charge cost per hour Temperature unit Currency Hi alarm Receiving cycle Display Mode Current RMS Accuracy Less than 1A 1A to s3A 3A to 71A Radio frequency System Range Power Power supply Operating environment Operation temperature Storage temperature p ii DOG 240VOLT 1 kW hr KG HOUR 1 Kg CO 1 kW hr 12 0 CENT kWh C and CENT 2 00 HOUR Hl on MAX 6 second Cost Rate Display cent hour Tolerance Not Specified lt 10 lt 5 433 MHz radio frequency 30 metres in open area partitions walls and electrical appliances may affect reception range Main unit 3 x AA UM 3 1 5V batteries or 6 0V AC DC adapter Remote unit 3 x AA UM 3 1 5v batteries 5 C 45 C 41 F 113 F at 85 relative humidity 5 C 60 C 23 F 140 F at 85 relative humidity Compliance Manufactured to ISO9000 Quality Assurance Standards and tested for compliance with European CE certification RTTE
18. nergy being used in kilowatts GREENHOUSE GAS Greenhouse gas display You are displaying greenhouse gas emissions information Amperes Voltage The amount of current passing into your home The voltage setting for your household power line Kilograms per hour The amount of greenhouse gas emissions per hour in kilograms emitted by the power station Tons year The amount of greenhouse gas emissions per year in tonnes emitted by the power station Relative Humidity The relative humidity level in your household Temperature Celsius The temperature in your household Humidity amp Temperature condition Shows if the environment is comfortable Humidity amp Temperature condition Shows if the environment is dry Humidity amp Temperature condition Shows if the environment is wet Alarm disabled Transmission broken The alarm is disabled or the transmission from the Sender Box has been broken REMOTE MAIN A Low battery The battery for either the main or remote units is low and should be replaced EMER N Z Lu To ensure you use your product correctly and safely read these Warnings and the User Manual before using the product These warnings provide important safety information and should be observed at all times WARNINGS e When fitting sensors if in any doubt always contact a qualified electrician e Do not a
19. one kilowatt Kilowatts hour kWh Kilowatts hour kWh represents the use of 1000 watts of electricity for one whole hour NOTE 1 kWh is the equivalent of ten 10 X100 watt bulbs operating at the same time for one hour Household power cable and phase Most household electricity supplies use either single phase or three phase current In single phase supplies the current flows to and from your household appliances using a neutral and power line The neutral line has a voltage close to 0 while the power line carries a fluctuating voltage or phase at about 240 volts The differ ence between these two lines makes the current flow through your appliances In three phase supplies current flows to and from a device through a group of three lines each one carrying a fluctuating voltage or phase The Sensor should be connected to each of the three phase lines before using the ONL Greenhouse gas Fossil fuel power stations emit gases such as carbon dioxide when producing electricity This causes an atmospheric imbalance which in turn has been linked to global warming global temperature rise Every power station has a slightly different ratio of emissions to electricity production depending on the type of fuel used to generate electricity Sustainable energy sources such as hydro solar and wind power do not create any emissions The default greenhouse emission rat
20. se Gas To set the unit and rate of greenhouse gas emissions per electric current production see Greenhouse gas follow the instructions below Diagram Instructions 1 Press mode to change to the Greenhouse Gas display 2 Press and hold mode for 2 seconds 3 The Greenhouse Gas emission unit blinks Use the arrow key to toggle between units Kg Hour or Ton Year Press mode to confirm 4 The Greenhouse Gas value blinks Use the arrow key to change the value 5 Press mode again to return to the Greenhouse gas display NOTE Itmay be necessary to change this setting for a product used in the UK where average greenhouse gas emissions are approximately 1 kilogram per kW If a precise rate is required or if you have purchased a Green Energy product contact your local electricity retailer Setting the Battery power save mode You can save battery power by changing the receiving speed of the Remote Monitor from every 6 seconds MAX to every minute To change the setting follow the instructions below Diagram Instructions 1 When MAX icon is displayed press and hold the arrow key for 2 seconds 2 The MAX icon disappears Repeat these steps to re enable MAX receiving speed 14 MAIN UNIT INFORMATION After customizing your ONL three information modes can be displayed on the Remote Monitor e cost of household power consumption in dollars pounds euros per hour e
21. structions 1 Mount by using nails or screws 2 Hammer in nail or screw halfway 3 Attach main unit Mounting the Sender Box The Sender Box should be placed on a flat surface or mounted on a wall using the wall bracket provided within 30 metres of the It should be mounted outside of the electrical meter or fuse box if these are made of metal WARNING If installed inside a metal meter box the signal transmission distance between the Sender Box and the Remote Monitor will be reduced To fix the wall bracket follow the instructions below Diagram Instructions 1 Position the wall bracket 2 Insert nail or screw through the mounting hole 3 Hammer in nail or fix the screw halfway 4 Attach wall bracket 5 Slide Sender Box into place 11 sb E DOG EN Z u Attaching the Sensor To attach the Sensor to the household power line see HOW THE PRODUCT WORKS follow the steps below WARNING If in doubt about installing this product yourself please consult a qualified electrician Locate the main household Unclasp the housing active or phase cable see following the letters in the How the product works Diagram above Place Sensor around cable c 1 Current Sensor with cable Re clasp the housing 14 attached Plugging the Sensor into the Sender Box On
22. toves heaters and other heat generating products e Water and moisture Do not use the product in or near water or in high moisture areas such as a bathroom e Power source The product may be susceptible to power surges and the Sensor cable should be disconnected from the Sender Box during severe storms Caring for this product To ensure you receive the maximum benefit from using this product please observe the following guidelines e Cleaning Disconnect the Sensor and remove the batteries from the Sender Box and the Remote Monitor before cleaning Use a damp cloth Do not use liquid cleaning agents benzene thinner or aerosols e Ventilation The vents and other openings are designed for ventilation and should not be blocked or covered Blocking the vents can cause the product to overheat and can damage the unit e Repair Do not attempt to repair the product or modify the circuitry by yourself Contact the retailer or a qualified electrical person if the product requires servicing Only use replacement parts that are recommended by the manufacturer e Do not scratch hard objects against the LCD display as this may cause damage e Do not leave discharged batteries in either receiver or transmitter unit for any length of time as they may leak and cause corrosion 6 Overview HOW THE PRODUCT WORKS This product uses phase current transformer sensing technology to detect and monitor a magnetic field around
23. ttempt to repair the product yourself Contact the retailer or our customer service department if it requires servicing e Take precautions when handling all battery types They can cause injuries burns or property as a result of contact with conducting materials heat corrosive materials or explosives Remove the batteries before storing the product for long periods of time e Do not immerse the device in water e Do not under any circumstances touch the exposed electronic circuitry of the device as there is a danger of electric shock should it become exposed e Take special care when handling a damaged LCD display as the liquid crystals can be harmful to your health e Do not use or store the device including the remote sensor in locations that may adversely affect the product such as rain snow desert and magnetic fields e Do not use this device in aircrafts or hospitals The use of radio frequency products can cause malfunctions in the control devices of other equipment e Do not subject the product to impact or shock e When disposing of this product do so in accordance with your local waste disposal regulations SAFETY AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS Safety precautions Please observe the following safety precautions when setting up and using this product e LCD panel The LCD panel is made of glass and may break if the unit is dropped or impacted e Heat sources Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators s
24. uctions below Diagram Instructions 1 On the back of the unit locate the grey alarm on off button furthest to the right 2 Press the alarm on off button once to activate or deactivate the alarm 3 Hi icon will appear when the alarm is activated and disappear when it is deactivated NOTE The alarm will sound for 4 seconds and the display will flash continually when the alarm is exceeded It will cease if the cost per hour falls below the limit or you can press any button to stop the alarm A message means the alarm is disabled USING THE SEARCH AND CHECK FUNCTIONS The O NL Remote Monitor and Sender Box include search and check functions to quickly re establish a connection should the transmission be broken i e if the units are too far apart or experience interference from other devices such as a radio or television Using the search function To activate the search and check function follow the instructions below Diagram Instructions 1 Locate the search button on the back of the Remote Monitor left hand grey button Press once and hold for 2 seconds unit will beep twice Connection with the Sender Box will be re established when the next transmission signal is received If no connection can be made locate the check button on the Sender Box Press once Press the search button on the back of the Remote Monitor again as in step 1 NOTE Make sure you pr
25. your household electricity power cable It measures the amps being used and by reference to the system volt age calculates the amount of power being used the cost and the amount of greenhouse gas emissions It then transmits this information from the Sender Box to a cordless Remote Monitor on a frequency of 433MHz from up to 30 meters away unbroken transmission NOTE The product is primarily intended as an educational device to aid understanding of the cost of operating electrical appliances in the home As such it is not intended to replace your accurate electricity revenue meter so it cannot be used to check your electricity account Voltage and Current Voltage volt is the measure of electrical potential Current signifies the amount of electricity flowing through a conductive material such as a wire Electrical current is measured in amperes or amps for short Both Amps and Volts are necessary to provide electricity for your household appliances Power is measured in Watts and is the product of Volts times Amps For a particular location the voltage is usually constant so the amount of power used is directly proportional to the current used Watts and Kilowatts Refer to the following table A Watt is the standard unit of measurement for the amount of energy electric or otherwise being transferred to or from somewhere each second Kilowatt kW A Kilowatt kW is simply a larger unit of measurement 1000 watts
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