FlowMaid User Manual
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1. 24 SHUTDOWN DEVICE cm 24 RT 2 i 25 d nis MIO 25 DISTA COMENTO c 25 ANALOG siio c M 25 INFO 3 25 USB 4 A I O A A T 26 MONTH REPORT o 26 L E aleve rn sagem pao aca H 28 ERVIN EP r 28 ICM 28 st EU TINGS OM C Y 29 miu pi SUCI X al 29 MAIDDEVICES CONFIGURATOR SOFTWARE E SUP UNI SA CES Ga eu RIRs eu a2. Function Sensor VO Controlled power Controlled equipment 12 VDC Digital to 1000 4 20 External battery 12V battery 12V hatt s in gt AC AC adapter 12 VDC Options Ga2VDCow Setup for device power Flow Configurable analog 4 to 20 mA output which outputs the overflow or other flow only when the 12vdc power input is present The following setup window will appear by selecting the Range field Custom Sensor Setup e In the side window shown the values at 4 mA and 20 mA or the type of input output selected can be selected or changed using ere the arrows or directly through the device keypad Hardware 1 0 When setup is complete press OK Value at 4 Value at 20 mA Options Relyoui The Relay out 1 is a relay contact that can be used to open or close valves generating an alarm control sensor power or cellular modem to save power when the unit is running on battery or transmit a pulse each time a certain volume is reached Like the Relay out 1 this Relay out 2 is a relay contact that can be used to open or close valves generating an alarm control sensor power or cellular modem to save power when the unit is running on battery or transmit a pulse each time a certain volume is reached Leva Configurable analog input 4 20 mA 0 5V 0 10V or 0 24V can record the level A choice of two sensors 0 10 mor
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5. 2 5 2014 10 19 00 Completed 2 5 2014 1 27 39 PM cteoperateur Below 20 PSI Details Absence de communication Warning Hotel de ville 2 3 2014 10 47 07 AM 2 6 2014 8 52 58 Completed 2 3 2014 11 10 47 AM cteoperateur M The following chart displays the level at a lift station during a high level condition It is easy to zoom in The same type of chart can be used to display any data recorded or computed by the Maid Labs instruments FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 40 Maid La bs Laval TECHN Ay Welcame Bona Log OF Poste Drummond WS Niveau Tables are used to present more detailed data like the level values in 15 seconds increments unless the value didn t change enough All can be exported to Excel Poste Drummond VS Niveau Ma id Labs _ T E CH NO L E G 5 Previous day 9 2 2013 Next day dome Map Alarms Reports Cc stra e About Welcome Benoit Log Language English Redefining Flow Meter Technology Events Organization Granby Time zone UTC 05 00 Eastern Time US amp Canada saving wil be applied when required Poste Drummond VS 2005 Items 12 00 15 AM 12 01 00 AM 12 01 30 AM 12 02 00 AM 12 02 15 AM 12 02 30 AM 12 02 45 AM 12 03 15 AM FlowMaid Volucalc VS Volucale VS Volucalc V5 Volucalc VS Volucalc VS Volucalc VS Volucalc 5 Volucalc VS 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 Maid Labs Technologies inc
6. A A c q 9 2 2013 4 0 9 2 2013 4 01 9 2 2013 4 01 135247802 734375 9 2 2013 4 0 129415893554688 9 2 2013 4 0 1 26248168945313 9 2 2013 4 0 1 22998046875 9 2 2013 4 0 1 19915771484375 9 2 2013 40 1 13665771484375 p 41 MaidMaps can be used to download MerMaid compatible files from the Volucalc VS and RT MerMaid is a lift station diagnostic software It was used to generate these reports Fem 10 2094 Te 10 21 2008 154 90 TO 1 2009 hand 00107600 00426007 em 1583 1012003 Thanda 1400 A 1 1106 WIS They 0174600 004 2007 om 158 10 1 2008 Thus 00223800 02047007 Rug 1 sn 11 2008 Thuy 0025903100 09055007 000 1583 1012003 Thx 00290000 0912007 O 191 2008 000 00454007 om 1383 9 1 2008 0035 1400 fu 545 1 2008 Mudy 00373900 00414007 138 18 1 2008 Thay 9041420 0 1869 10 1 2008 9044 0 00457002 om 1583 12008 the 9049200 000200308 5 600 10 1 2008 Thad 00505500 00656007 om 1583 MIS Thuwiw 00565200 0202100 p 10 1 2008 Tha 00531200 00471007 Indian Trail Mermaid 2009 aaa 18 1 2008 66034000 04204006 a 10 1 2008 Thid COGAN 00525007 IGS Thar 60115000 000210090 4 5 7 18 1 2008 01131100 09623007 i JAnayses 92792400 9229500 00539007
7. Look up table When type of Weir or channel does not calculate the flow rate with reasonable accuracy but a known rate proportional to the height of the liquid is known then the look up table is the function to use The following settings are required Enter the desired 0 100 table size n Enter level 1 Enter the flow for level 1 Enter level n Enter the flow for level n Level from which a state of overflow is considered Bandwidth setup The bandwidth setup screen allows changing four parameters for Bandwidth etur communication with the MaidMaps web server Enabled The first parameter determines whether or not to activate the communication with the MaidMaps server Mador change The second indicates the delay between Event data sending to MaidMaps BACK APPLY These data allows displaying sensor values on the map and generating graphs from the web interface The third parameter defines the delay between files sending This applies to both csv reports generated by the instrument and useful for the user and technicians files allowing a detailed monitoring of the operation of the device The last parameter allows when an overflow sending data faster Alarms setup When the Relay Out 1 output is setup in an alarm mode the relay contact closes when the alarm is activated and opens when the alarm ends Press the lAlarmTupre EprT 4 key to select the type of alarm to configure There are 5
8. JENTER software then ENTER 4 A USB key is required in the instrument The Config zip compressed file will be copied to the root directory of the USB stick Double click on the top should unpack it Click on Config exe to run the application The explanation MaidDevices Configurator software is on page 29 Reset total events This function resets the total events contained in the main screen After Are uou sure wou want selecting this function press vEs 3 to confirm the deletion of the data from ta reset Total events count ta dB the main screen or CANCEL 1 to return to the previous screen To reset to zero all the total events of the instrument go to the Factory Heset function on page 23 CRhHCEL Firmware Upgrade Maid Labs continually improves its products and especially the internal softwares of its instruments because improvements are suggested because bugs are found despite all the tests that have been performed on the instrument The latest version of the internal software can be obtained from the website www maidlabs com for devices having been registered Make sure of the reliability of the energy source before beginning the programming of the instrument If the unit is running on external power there must not be any power loss during the update To reduce this risk make sure that the 12V external battery is correctly connected to the device IN BATT input and that its charge is equal to or greater than
9. e The accuracy of the triangular Weir is 1 2 on the flow coefficient when all conditions are met To 1 maximize the chances for this degree of precision e he distance between the base of channel and point of V must be double the distance between tip of V and the surface of the water above the V e he distance between the sides of the channel and the top of the V should be double the distance between tip of V and the surface of the water above the V e he distance between the base of channel and point of V must be double of distance between tip of V and the surface of the water above the V When this function is selected the following settings are required Angle of the V in degrees level from which a state of overflow is considered Contracted or Supressed rectangular Weir Erreur Signet non d fini The accuracy of rectangular weirs with or without contractions is in the order of 1 to 496 on the flow coefficient when all conditions are met The following parameters must be entered in the instrument e Width of the Weir e Level at which overflow is considered Trapezoidal Weir Cipoletti The accuracy of the trapezoidal Weir or Cipoletti is in the order of 1 to 496 on the flow coefficient when all conditions are met The following settings are required e Width of lateral contraction to the base e Level from which a state of overflow is considered FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 18 Californ
10. Indian Trail Pluie mm la moyenne mob m 1 E 5 pus WAHI 2 y une journ e o 1 3020 20 de sa moyenne a 2009 10 21 n 70 Moyenne des jours sec d 20091022 21 avec mora de pluie qui a 20091023 22 mm 2009 10 24 20310 25 35 2 2009 1026 28 a Labs LIFT STATION EVALUATION REPORT ZA Maid Municipal And industria Daia Laboratory inc Phone 450 375 2144 4 uu avvw maidlabs com 1300 boul industriel Granby Quebec Canada 22 0E5 Fas 450 375 3463 Station Carignan Layout Initial layout Device 515042 Installation Year 2010 From 1 1 2010 12 00 00 AM To 12 31 2010 11 59 59 PM Contact Gary Kerr Phone 407 242 6169 Email Gary maidabs com Dimensions Davy EAS d lt gt Geometry of well Rectangle Dimension A 12 238 Dimension B 8 661 ft Distance Volume Between start level for one pump and stop level 2 690 ft 2 133 US gal Between start level for two pumps and start level of one pump 4 593 ft 3 642 US gal Between start level for three pumps and start level of two pumps 3 281 ft 2 601 US gal PROP AAAA A 3 1 0069 10 24 04 00 03 00 1200 1620 2090 2009 10 25 600 0 0 0 600 0 i 008 3464 0 0 3464 Es 3 57 204 34 197 11920 3317 238 NES 328 h 174 4 0 167 25706 195 35 176 67 194 3 2 188 10824 Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Run time KWh X hour
11. Main Screen for digital measures A416 Hot overflowing Just like the main screen for analog measurement the main screen displays 15 08 the current digital measurement time the time of the last data communication Loom Last Quration E A 04 16 AHAAA MaidMaps or USB the icons representing the Ethernet connection and the FiSince 0 dag 714 main relay and the number of overflows and the date of the last Since this is H tr lows 4 04 16 a digital measure of overflow the level information the flow and the total volume is not available However the display space is utilized to clearly indicate whether or not there if an overflow occurs the duration of the present overflow or the last overflow that took place and the date from which the overflows are cumulative From the main screen digital or analog display the four keys on the device are used to access various menus Configuration Jenice Into The menu 1 button allows configuring the instrument or having information Informations the device Communication test Lock Screen C Internal Info RT real time button 2 displays additional ENTER 11911 31 Uvert low data available in real time Analog Overflow The INFO 3 button displays details of the Events Report Alarms T ENTER registered events and alarms reports Overflows rerort Rerartz The USB 4 key allows creating on th
12. 9 INPUTS AND OUTPUTS 9 INSTALLATION OF THE FLOWIVIAID ON EXTERNAL BATTERY dans 10 11 Gente TMI Pam 11 INSTRUMENT START UP ec cc e x 11 TO TURNON THE SCREEN OF A BATTERY OPERATED DEVICE serios 11 THE MENUS 12 IMHE CONTE UA MENU traia 12 PAPI SCREEN unas 12 MAIN SCREEN FOR ANALOG MEASURES said dai 12 MAIN SCREEN FOR DIGITAL MEASURES iaa RA 13 NUMBERS SELECTION SCREEN sesionar 13 MENU 1 user ee 13 INSTRUMENT SETUP scada M M 14 HE ET NR Rm 14 UNS 14 bc
13. Installation The FlowMaid is not waterproof Avoid placing it in wet locations where liquids could inter the product or condensation is a problem Damage caused by water or excessive humidity voids the Maid Labs warranty The instrument must be placed in a location where there is no risk of being hit or dropped A label is supplied to cover the Ethernet port to minimize the risk of damaging the port from insects or infiltration A desiccant bag is placed inside the instrument in order to minimize or delay damage related to humidity that affects all electronic products When you open the case to change the batteries be sure to replace the desiccant bag If you think it is inefficient you can order additional desiccant from Maid Labs FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc 8 Wiring diagram LEVEL ANALOG DIGITAL BATT 12 VDC foe Analog Input 4 20mA 0 5VDC 0 10V or 0 24V 12 VDC 4 20mA Level Sensor E MLBATRECH12V 15AH CELLULAR MODEM MLCELETH Inputs and outputs description The 12 VDC output provides power to the sensors when taking measurements and activate a cellular modem if the device is configured to communicate with MaidMaps 4 20mA Flow output Outputs a signal varying in proportion to the rate of overflow The 4 20mA output is available only when the unit is powered by the entry 12v in RELAY 1 OUT output is a relay con
14. Ku 12 Level pressure 6 Ncc tatuada 15 o been na 24 Lock screen 22 LOOK UP table oocoooncoccccnnoncococnnnoconcnnnnnanonconanons 20 MaidDevices Configurator 29 AVENO VIE TO AE 39 FlowMaid MaM Sree A 12 Maintenant ibid 8 MARTINO rrr TOT 17 AES TR UESTRE 28 LE A E EIE ii M DESEE 12 13 MerMaid 28 Monthly Tr 26 Number selection screen 13 Open an existing 30 Open 17 Operating time on batteries 8 Sorel RM 6 30 Ss A 12 Overflow computation 16 Overflow 16 Partially filled pipes 17 Polynomial formula 19 Power Source 31 Power supply 6 8 15 29 Product Application 6 Product 6 RAV CM MORET crac E
15. mA BACK ENTER The Unit type can be in Length Volume or Flow To move a type from one unit to another use the EDIT 2 key and to accept the choice go to the field with the NEXT 3 button When the unit type is selected the corresponding units will be displayed automatically e g Length m cm in t Volume 1 gal Flow 1 s GPM Temperature To enter the values for the 4 20 mA sensor press EDIT 2 the numbers selection screen appears When all the settings are properly selected the APPLY 4 button will return to the main inputs outputs screen Level setup Real Level 4 44 Computed Level 4 44 ero level 8 88 BACK EDIT GET APPLY FlowMaid The Real Level is the water level from the position of the level sensor The Computed Level is the level from a Zero level chosen for example 0 m stop level of the pumps It is possible to read the current level with the GET button for example if the current level is zero However it is possible to enter a value manually using EDIT 2 key The numbers selection screen will appear at this time press APPLY 4 to save the data O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 15 Open Channel Flow Overflow Setup The configuration of overflow can be in a digital analog or combined mode The digital mode is a dry contact by which a float level will be connected to the digital input On the analog side the level sensor is connected to the 4 2
16. 12V The battery voltage can be checked on the main display by selecting the RT 2 and Internal info After selecting MENU 4 Setup Firmware update insert a USB stick that contains the flowmaid hex file in the root directory As soon as this file is detected the programming begins The software is first copied to the internal memory of the instrument and then the actual update begins A percentage indicates the progress of each of these steps The instrument restarts when everything is completed FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc p 21 Language The instrument can work in French or in English Press 2 Or 3 to select the language then APPLY 4 to accept the displayed language T APPLY Lock screen password The current Password By default if no key lock has been configured simply press 1234 to have full is access to the menus of the device To create a custom locking key press eprr 3 and enter a 5 digit code between 1 and 4 lERASE EDIT Reports setup This menu allows you to configure a minimum event the time to be included in the reports The 2 and 3 keys allows to change the value by HAHEI progressive increment while the ENTER 4 button allows to confirm your choice This option allows you to create visually more informative reports For example consider a position where the water level is slightly below the overflow level Several small e
17. MAID Labs guarantees that this product is free under normal use and maintenance of all manufacturing defects and is subject to the following terms and conditions 1 To obtain warranty service a The product was registered within 14 fourteen days from the date of shipment b The registration form must be completed fully and returned c The product must be shipped to Maid Labs main office or to an approved maintenance and repair service center for maintenance Shipping is at the customer s expense 2 Limitations This warranty does not apply to a Repair or replacement of all cabinets batteries connecting wires antennas and accessories b Any defect or repair as a result of abuse neglect inadequate care and or misuse O Any defect or repair due to failure to follow the recommendations in the user manual Any modification adjustment or repair to Maid Labs products by any other company other than Maid Labs authorized maintenance and repair centers All Maid Labs products whose serial number has been damaged altered or removed The maintenance cleaning or periodic verifications All Maid Labs products that are not the property of the original owner Products purchased from a bankrupt insolvent or non approved representative Any damages caused by fire flood lightning power surges or other events beyond the control of Maid Labs acts of God The warranty does not cover the elimination of static or electrica
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19. loss of business opportunities loss of data whatever may have been the predictability of such damages And in no case may the total responsibility of Maid Labs or its affiliates exceed the equipment purchase price received from you from a user or from a third party regardless of the laws by which the cause of action was brought The foregoing does not affect your territory s statutory rights FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 3 Table of contents REGISTRATION 2 P 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 CONTACTS cC 6 PRODUCT APPLICATION Mr M 6 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Sarandon 6 OPTIONS in S 6 DIMENSIONS sra M M M 7 USE MAINTENANCE cosido oi eos 8 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS aaa NS 8 gp cwe 8 ELECT RICA gt ONS Rc 8 ED BATTERIES usais 8 OPERATING HVE ON BATTERIES taa ra 8 INSTALLATION cias aaa as 8 MATTING o e A
20. the 0 20 ft are available or a Custom level setup to access another range of measures In this case the following setup window will appear by selecting in the Range field FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 33 Second analog input for another sensor This input is configurable in 4 20 0 5 0 10V Analog 1 or 0 24V depending on the sensor used This entry may have different functions depending on the choice of drop down menu Depending on the case a choice of sensor and range are available Input power from a 12V lead acid battery when operating on batteries or backup power Input for the device 12 VDC power MaidDevices Configurator Specify the level reported by the sensor for which you want to display a value of 0 and the overflow level Levels Zero level 0 00 Level on sensor that should be reported as 0 0 Overflow level 000 m Use 0 0 for flow meter How computation Method Manning Equation Califomia Pipe Cipolletti Weir Contracted Rectangular Weir Manning Equation Partially full pipe None Polynomial flow formula Standard flow formula Supressed Rectangular Weir V Notch Weir Options This window allows the setup of zero level and overflow level according to different flow computatino methods A choice of 9 overflow equations are available e California Pipe page 19 Weir Cipoletti en page 1818 e Contracted Rectangular We
21. 0mA pressure input of the device In combined mode BATEO T F both sensors are installed This mode can be useful to nave a second opinion on the readings if the sensor would tend to clog rapidly resulting in erroneous readings Overflow Setur 9 In the analog mode window Level m is the level that the unit reads in real Level mx 8 80 time and the Overflow level is the level at which the overflow begins Overflow 1 MED AAA m The value of this overflow level is the only one that the user can define itself BACK EDIT APPLY by pressing EDIT 2 and using the Numbers selection screen page 13 and then accepting the value by the APPLY 4 key At this time an Overflow Computation window will appear Equations for Open Channel Flow Overflow According to the type of Weir being used you will have to choose among 9 equations Overflow Overflow ComeuLation Hone j anning Fart FriFe lif la Fire Hanning Oren Channel Standard Formula MW Hatch Weir a ror TE Cont Rect Weir Look ur Table Back ENTER Back ENTER Flow calculation formulas All flow calculation formulas have their advantages and their disadvantages None provides 10096 accuracy Choose the one that gives the best results taking into account restrictions on facilities and space debris risk is the responsibility of the user Being satisfied that a bad result is better than a good calculatio
22. 24 2015 BACK and ENTER 4 to display the product information From the main screen press MENU 1 to enter the menu then the arrow 3 and ENTER 4 to display the IP information FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 23 Communication test From the main screen press MENU 4 to enter the menu then the arrow El and ENTER to initiate the communication test The 4 button allows to manually repeat the test to observe the commands that are sent Successful Comm Information appearing under the Successful Communication status is the date 26 09 10 10 4 0 and time of the last communication the command sent represented by a digit and the replies received This information is not important to the user but allowed the technician to better diagnose a problem From the main screen press the MENU 1 button to enter the menu then 3 and ENTER to display the information Analog output test Analog Dut Test This menu enables the analog output to verify correct operation during the installation of a device Use the keys 2 and 3 to change the intensity of the current between 4 and 20mA The key 1 allows returning to the previous menu The output remains active when you leave the menu lt is then possible by connecting the 4 20mA output to the LEVEL input after setting the LEVEL input into a 4 20mA mode to confirm the proper functioning of these two ports by simply checking the level value disp
23. 29 MAIDMAPS WEB SERVER opsioni ainan eni OR NOEN SER ENEAN ENSEN DESEADA OR 39 INDEX ona 43 FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc p 5 Contacts MAID Labs Inc 944 Andr Lin Granby Qu bec Canada J2J 1E2 T 450 375 2144 Web www maidlabs com Email info maidiabs com Product Application Unless otherwise specified this manual contains the information required to install operate and maintain the FlowMaid device and its accessories The information on the application of the instruments manufactured by Maid Labs Technologies inc is on the website of the company Product Description The FlowMaid is a small monitoring device recording level volume and flow Data is transferred by USB in a text format with separator csv or via Internet to the MaidMaps application which shows the level and if applicable the real time flow and volume since the beginning of the overflow event The municipality could strategically deploy the technology in all overflow structures to monitor the volume of water lost during these events When the level or amount of water discharged exceeds acceptable limits the icon representing this information on MaidMaps changes color and a warning email is sent The device has a relay output that can be activated by level This function could be used to open or close valves or generate an alarm The USB key can be us
24. Maid Labs The devices use port 80 standard port for all web pages to communicate with the MaidMaps server If the computer in the network is capable of browsing the internet then the communication will work Devices are DHCP clients and require no special configuration with the exception of having a DHCP server in the network present in all standard networks It is impossible at the moment to enter a fixed IP address to a device is possible to connect the unit to a Wi Fi connection using an external module sold by Maid Labs Configuration of the module is required using a computer To know the IP address of the device or its MAC address please refer to the P Information section page 23 Instrument start up When the instrument is powered by sufficiently charged batteries or functional external power the instrument automatically saves the digital input changes even if the screen is off as in the case of battery operation If the device is running on battery only the display is closed to minimize the energy consumption of the device The backlight is functioning when the keyboard is active and ceases after a few seconds of inactivity see Display page 14 depending on whether the device is running on batteries or is powered by a 12 VDC adapter To turn on the screen of a battery operated device With your bare fingers touch on any button for 20 seconds if the device does not wake up then change button FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technolog
25. Naid Labs Technologies User Manual Level Monitor and Open Channel Flow Meter Maid Labs Technologies inc Last Revision April 2014 Registration Equipment designed by Maid Labs Technologies inc are the result of several years of research and development They are the sum of ideas and suggestions received by people like you who use this type of product or are in need At Maid Labs Technologies inc we have made every effort to write a manual that is easy to use and understanding However it is always possible those errors may occur or that the devices have sudden hardware or software changes that are not updated in this manual In these cases we are sorry Check if a new version of the manual and firmware are available on our website www maidlabs com The internal software of products manufactured by Maid Labs Technologies inc can be updated easily This means that you will be able to enjoy the majority of the improvements we make in the following years to firmware upgrade provided that the hardware is compatible To access the updates you must complete the Registration section on www maidlabs com website Our services and warrantees are available only for registered products If you have more than one product please register them all Warranty Municipal And Industrial Data Labs inc hereinafter called MAID Labs states the following warranty for any new Maid Labs product sold by our authorized representatives
26. The instruments can be connected directly through the Ethernet port through Wifi or Cellular modem The data are transmitted to the server in real time or on a time based frequency When a value exceeds a warning or alarm limit the reading frequency is increased and the values are immediately transferred to the MaidMaps server which can send a SMS or email to the right person Even the voltage of the battery can generate a warning reminding it is time to replace it by a recharged battery Icons are added to the instrument s symbol to visually inform of problems related to communication alarms or alarming situation going on instrument s background color LI Language English To MaidMaps click E Maid La bs Redefining Flow Meter Technology htto maps maidlabs com The TECHNOLOGIES user name is demo and the 97 se s ami Welcome demo Log OH 11 55 E password is 123456 This is elcome to MaidMaps MaidMaps 15 a software that allows users to remotly view information recorded by their dataloggers Map not a simulated web site You have access to everything other than configurations and alarms The names of the locations values or alarms are given by the user In this case this is a Quebec French city Pression Pressure Niveau Level D bit Flow Selecting All projects displays the map All locations All projects Pression eau po
27. adjusted to that of the computer that is running MaidDevices Configurator The Power Source section allows to select the type of device power AC adapter or external battery Options for operating on external battery it is necessary to use the MaidDevices configurator software The options are not all configurable from the device It is also important to select Power on External battery otherwise the life of the external battery will be a lot shorter and the device will not work in External Battery mode MaidDevices Configurator Display options Display setup and backlight options Display Brightness 20 y i Battery operation Time before backlight close 10 s Time before screen close 30 5 Password Protect device with a password The Display backlight can be adjusted between 0 and 100 of brightness in increments of 20 The default value is 20 To maximize the operating time on battery the Time before backlight close function can be selected where the choices are 10 and 30 seconds while those for the Time before screen close function are 10 30 60 or 300 seconds Creating a lock screen password is also possible at this point Just create a code of 5 numbers between 1 and 4 as explained in the Lock screen password setup section p 22 FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 32 Inputs and outputs Configure usage and sensors for each input and output
28. ame 133003 Serial number DM133003 Report Overflow Month March 2014 Warning this report doesn t consider events lasting less than 00 00 10 Events Average flow Total volume Date Duration Quantity L 1 00 00 O O O 2 00 00 O O O 3 00 00 O O O 4 00 00 O O O 5 00 00 O O O 6 00 00 O O O 7 14 31 2 2 3 122474 7 8 00 02 1 2 4 238 5 9 00 00 O O O 10 00 00 O O O 11 00 00 O O O 12 00 00 O O O 13 00 00 O O O 14 00 00 O O O 15 00 00 O O O 16 00 00 O O O 17 00 00 O O O 18 00 00 O 19 20 00 00 O O O 21 00 00 O O O 22 00 00 O O O 23 00 00 O O O 24 00 00 O O O 25 00 00 O O O 26 00 00 O O O 27 00 00 O O O 28 00 00 O O O 29 00 00 O O O 30 00 00 O O O 31 00 00 O O O Total 14 33 3 2 35 122713 2 FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc A file is created for each month of operation of the instrument unless all data has been erased using the Technician menu on page 22 The monthly reports are in CSV format If Excel is installed on the computer the monthly reports will load automatically The name of the file consists of an identifier or the name or serial number the year and the month for which it was created Note that if the language of the device is different from that of your computer the data may not be presented properly To remedy this problem simply select the proper separator when importing the spreadsheet Excel For the present month the dates following the day of creation of the monthly re
29. cond cfs Default English Fran ais language of your computer Default but it is possible to change to French or English at anytime Requires application restart to be effective FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc p 30 Click on the icon of the desired device In this case FlowMaid Enter the serial number of the device This number is on the label underneath the device and also appears on the Device Info screen see p 23 If the serial number is incorrect the instrument will not be able to read the configuration intended for it The configuration file created by MaidDevices Configurator in the main directory of the USB drive is called FMxxxx where xxxx is the serial number of the instrument Device Details Please select the device and enter serial number Volucale VS Serial number DM Where to find Options lt Back Cancel MaidDevices Configurator Identification Device Name 113000 Serial number OM113000 Regional settings Language English Time zone UTC 05 00 Est U et Canada Power source 9 AC adapter O Extemal battery The Device Name will be used to identify data files copied to the USB drive This is necessary when a key is used for multiple devices Language is the one for the operation and the device display French or English FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc 31 The Time zone is automatically
30. d never Da aau want to da installed If this is what you want press in the order and 2 Nothing wil factory reset be in the internal memory after this execution It is equivalent to formatting the disk of a computer If Yes Press 3 then 2 Erase File AMMULER 2 This function allows to select the file to delete from the memory Delete File Assert is a file to track bugs if necessary The Digital files and TempBatt are explained in the Raw data section on page 28 Level is the level readings file http file is bugs in communication and Ethernet buffer is temporary registration file of the data to send to MaidMaps Ter Ee Old 19 files when the communication is not possible Alarm is the file of the alarms RETOUR 4 EMTEEFE while Overflow is the overflow file When the file to be deleted is selected press ENTER Ci to access the next screen then OK 2 to confirm SD Card Info This function allows you to check the amount of memory for internal memory and free space With 2 GB of memory there is enough memory for the lifetime TIENES ESSE of the instrument or more than 10 years 1949376 EB available 1936357 Device info Product Debordemetre Serial Ho DI113811 T 3 Harme 0 112911 From the main screen press MENU to enter the menu then the arrow Hardware Version Software Wersior Jo 11 Date Her
31. dic cleaning is recommended It is important to follow the sensor manufacturer s recommendations Electrical Conditions Each Maid Labs product is designed to operate correctly in a specific range of electrical conditions The product label identifies the main parameters of connection All entries are designed to resist reverse polarity as well as higher voltage to a certain extent It is the user s responsibility to ensure that all electrical connections are made to the products in accordance with the recommendations of MAID Labs and the local electrical code The user should read this manual before connecting the device Power and Batteries This product can operate with an external 12 VDC power supply MLPS2 120VAC 12VDC 24A or external 12V rechargeable battery MLBATRECH12V 15AH It is strongly recommended to check the polarity of the wires before connecting it THE 12V EXTERNAL BATTERY MUST BE FULLY CHARGED BEFORE INSTALLATION Use with power at the input 12v In the unit will reload itself and maintain the battery charged to address a possible power failure In the case where the voltage of the external battery is too low and the unit is not powered by the entry In 12v the unit will stop recording data Operating time on batteries The device is designed to operate up to 1 year on an external battery However the operating time of the device depends on the level interval and the accessories powered by it for example a cellular modem
32. e EncE T TENTER aru User Manus USB stick different files including one in Wei ls ees CSV format containing the monthly report compatible to Excel Technician Data bul ENTER Numbers selection screen The setting of the device is done easily using the MaidDevices Configurator software on page 29 However it is possible to do so from the screen A scale from to 9 to enter the value desired moving with the buttons 2 left and 3 right To select the first digit press ENTER 4 4 To correct or erase a number select this arrow CHMCELI ENTER accept the number and exit the submenu use this sign When the cursor is on press 4 to change the negative number A negative value may be necessary for some parameters in the overflow equations It is important to note that according to the case it is not possible to enter any number An error message might appear below the window in such a case The user will be limited to the number of digits after the point also MENU 1 Pressing the MENU 4 button displays five options configure the device ME ML display the hardware and the software of the device reveal IP addresses testing of communication with the instrument and locking screen IF Informations Communication test Lock screen FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 13 Instrument setup Setur Settings Da
33. e GMT USE IEMTER 9 all Jeloag 1 wee Urload 1 Month 11 allows you to copy the digital data the voltage of the batteries the instrument temperature and the analog input on the USB stick Selecting Digital file Digital txt will be created This is the list of all digital ah events recorded in the format 2011 02 10 15 57 44 666 1 The last 1 FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc p 28 means that the contact is open and that the contact is closed It is possible to see several 1 or since the state of the input is registered at the start of the instrument like when the batteries are changed In the case of Overflow the overflow txt file is created and it contains the overflow in the selected unit By selecting Others you have access to a new list of items It includes Lewe among other things Level Pressure internal Temperature of the Sl estote rater device External battery voltage etc By selecting an item it allows Em batt volt to retrieve in a dated list format all records that the device made for this type gt of data The device creates on a USB key in the Device Name folder Monthly report a file for current month and one file for the month before as the Event Type ReportFromMidata_ date Download settings Like the menu with the same name in MENU Configuration this choice allows you to import a configuration file mlcfg from
34. ed to change the device settings and update its firmware These settings can also be changed remotely via the Internet When the FlowMaid is connected to the web its firmware will update automatically The backlit display allows you to view important information such as the level and flow Options Accessories Power supply 120V 12 VDC 2A MLPS2 Rechargeable Battery 12VDC 15 Amp h MLBATRECH12V 15AH Battery charger MLPSBAT12 oubmersible case for cellular modem or Wi Fi module hosting MLENCHMD Level sensors by pressure for wastewater MLPLG MLPLR MLPNL Ultrasonic sensors MLUS 1 3M MLUS 6M Resistive level sensor MLSNR FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 6 Dimensions When installing the instrument provide enough space above it for the Ethernet port on the top and below it for the connector and wires input VL PSI D INBA Height 2 24 in Length 5 7 in Length 5 7 in Width 3 94 in FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 7 Use and Maintenance Environmental Conditions It is the user s responsibility to ensure that this product is not exposed to an environment for which it is not designed These conditions may include a range of extreme operating temperatures extreme humidity vibration or abnormal shock extended submersion or potentially explosive atmospheres Cleaning If the sensor measurements are not what they should be this can be caused by fouling of the sensor Perio
35. een developed to calculate the flow in places where water flows to a velocity relative to the angle of the pipe its roughness and height of the water When water is part of a tank as with an overflow pipe located in a manhole or a pump station an error could be induced because the equation is not optimized for this type of installation but is the only one available When Manning for partially filled pipes is selected the following settings are required e Diameter of the pipe enter this manually e Coefficient of roughness to select from a list e ilt of the pipe distance height the distance by height enter this manually e Basic level of the hose the level input having been calibrated in another menu Menu Configuration Level setup specify here how high the bottom of the pipe is located Manning equation for open channel This type of channel is often encountered in structures that allows the flow of water to overflow When this function is selected the following settings are required e Width at the bottom of the channel e Roughness Coefficient to select from the list e Pipe angle distance height distance by the height enter this manually e Angle of the sloped sides of the channel in degrees e Basic level of the channel the entry level having been calibrated in another menu Menu Configuration Level setup specify here how high the bottom of the pipe is located FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc p 17 V notch Weir
36. f a lt device already created By default the T Welcome Configurator starts the process of creating a new file when the button is selected Create a new file Open an existing file Create from an existing file For a first configuration you may select the Options link on the bottom left corner of the window Two menus are available General and Units examples of the two windows below By default it will open on the Units menu If you select United States the standard units seen in the USA will immediatly appear However it aT ey ee ee is possible to change them to fit your Lenath Ares Volume http maidlabs com Version 1 1 4497 25507 needs Meters m Square meters m Liters 1 Feet ft Square feet ft US gallons US gal Press the Apply button when the units inches in tmp gallons selection is complete Centimeters cm Cubic meters m Cubic feet 2 Rain Temperature Flow The General menu helps you choose EM Dow Cope C the desired language The configurator m will appear in the Ee En efficiency A Million gallons per day Kilo Pascal kPa Liters per watt hour wh 3 UK gallons per minute GPM amp PSI US gallons per watt hour Million UK gallons per day General Units Bar Imp gallons per watt hour Cubic meters per day Language Cubic feet per se
37. ftware on page 27 Simply create a new file select the FlowMaid and enter its serial number only the numbers a Following this select External battery in the section General information and continue configuration for your set up i FlowMaid with level sensor make sure that the configuration of the level sensor is compliant with the probe you are using li FlowMaid with fleet you must disable the Level input and select Overflow fleet under the Rain input Note that the overflow calculation is not possible this way b In the Level setup window it is necessary to configure the overflow by checking the option Overflow level and entering the overflow level Then if desired configure the Flow computation method c Continue the configuration to the External battery options window Don t forget that the readings are fast which makes the external battery discharge faster For the regular analog readings it is recommended to use the longest time possible since the level reading is not important when we are away from the overflow level If you use the level sensor supplied by Maid Labs Number of reading should be 10 and Wait to 500ms with the option Close relay before reading checked FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 10 d The Fast reading section is used to have more frequent readings and a better accuracy of the flow calculation when overflow events occur The Threshold safety margin determines fro
38. he Next button the last column shows the Volume according to selected units If no day is selected the first event of the month will be displayed as well as the following In all cases press 2 and 3 to scroll through all events in the selected month FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc p 25 USB To copy to the USB key reports user manual raw data or technician data from the main screen press the USB 4 button Monthly events displays the events in the digital input Digital In Monthly overflows displays overflows recorded by the level sensor Pressure Use a USB drive formatted in FAT16 or FAT32 The amount of files located on the key influences the time of copying files It is best to reserve use of a USB key devices just for MAID Labs downloads Insert a USB key when prompted When the transfer completes a message indicating that you can remove the key will be displayed Monthly Reports LISE d aru User Data Data Technician Data he ENTER Please insert Lhe usb drive BACK Monthly event reports will be on the USB stick in the monthly subdirectory reports which is located under the directory with the name given to the instrument or its serial number in the root directory See Device name on page 29 FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc p 26 Report generated on 04 22 2014 at 00 01 www maidlabs com Phone 450 375 2144 Device n
39. ht Brightness off and the screen Screen off after an amount of seconds determined by the user Press the ENTER 4 button to accept the selection then 2 or 3 to modify it followed by to accept the selection Power supply Use the MaidDeyices Configurator to configure these settings Ext batt mode HO BACK Inputs Outputs According to the type of power supply chosen for the device you will be prompted to use the configuration software MaidDevices Configurator page 29 The FlowMaid has a digital input and an analog input No configuration is required for the digital input but is required for the analog input To use the analog input a 4 20mA sensor must be connected inside the instrument The Installation section on page 8 shows where to connect the wires Press ENTER 4 to access the selection of the level sensor Level Input ReS3ular Readings Interual tz b OF Feadings Delay mas Relay used InFutLs fOuLeuULS Analog Out evel Aru Analog In Relay Out 1 Relay Out 2 BACK JENTER and again press ENTER 4 to access the selection Level There is a choice directory when entering B the 0 10 m sensor the 0 20 ft foot sensor or the Custom sensor In the case of custom sensor a choice of four inputs is available 4 20mA 0 5V 0 10V or 0 24V that the user can configure itself by entering the settings in the window below Malue at 24 mA 6 18 BACK EDIT APPLY
40. ia pipe Polynomial Formula Q A Bh Ch Dh This method measures the output of the open end partially filled horizontal pipe which will discharge freely into the air This method is sometimes considered to be a method of trajectory However the measure is really based on the depth at the end of the pipe The following settings are required e Diameter of pipe e Level from which a state of overflow is considered The majority of the formulas of flow can be summarized in two equations standard flow and polynomial flow Note that the settings of the following units are in feet ft for the height and cubic foot ft for flow Standard Formula Q A B Ch All the following tables are based on this formula with the exception of the Polynomial formula Channels H Channel A B C D oso 160 0 1 22 075 1701 2 28 100 1 230 18 1 230 2 237 Parshall A gt Posse 1 55 2 oss 1 155 s 0992 0 1 155 6 amp 260 158 1 153 3950 0 1 155 2 8 155 3 amp 12 157 48 i6 1 158 29 o 159 8v 7x a oi IEA FlowMaid Palmer Bowlus A B 4 0 00588 1 957 0 005421 1 903 0 01456 1 972 10 1 953 12 1 936 1 906 Trapezoidal A B 69 ass 0 i1 258 Polynomial B 0 4HS Maid Labs Technologies inc p 19 Weirs Trapezoidal 0 5
41. ies inc p 11 The menus The contextual menu The keys are touch sensitive when they are pressed Do not press more than one key at a time The use of keys is dependent on the current screen Alarm Screen When unusual event occurs the device can generate an alarm It is Alarmes displayed as a window covering the main screen This alarm can occur for Debut 1578414 example when the device restarts after a power failure The user must Fin 15 04 14 05 36 65 acknowledge the alarm by pressing ACK 4 key before returning to the Hombre de fois 1 ack ALL current screen The user can also navigate into the alarms with keys 2 and 3 if there are several or recognize it all at once by pressing ACK ALL il It is then possible to review alarms already recognized by going through the main screen following the path with INFO Alarms Report and selecting the correct date Main Screen for analog measures 4125 icm a a 23 10 Date and time shown should be good during the reading of the 14 21 1 Ee ey 19 27 instrument If not press the 1 key to access the MENU MirncH BH Max Configuration Date amp Time setup and then follow the instructions in this section on page 14 Level m indicates the virtual level depending on the unit selected by the user see Inputs Outputs on page 15 The virtual level is the level that the pumps stop Min 0 00 and Ma
42. ion of files and reports This prevents the loss of data caused by changes in daylight savings time to standard time and vice versa Changing the time or date can cause loss of data when the time or date entered is remote When this happens the data changes will be lost In this case the following message will appear Change the GMT this will not cause loss of data Units In the FlowMaid different types of units can be selected according to the Length Volume and Flow settings The length can be in meters m inches inch feet t or centimeters cm The volume unit can be selected 5 Volume 1 between Litre 1 gallon US US gal in cubic meters m or cubic foot ft gt EXT As for the flow it is expressed in liters per second 1 s in US gallons per minute GPM in million US gallon per day MGD in cubic meter per day m PD cubic foot by second t Ps Press the CHANGE 4 key to move from one unit to another and press 2 or 3 to move from one parameter to the next Display Apart from the use of the USB key the backlight of the screen is the largest energy usage of the instrument To maximize the duration of the batteries press ENTER 4 to select the Brightness setting then 2 or 3 to make FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc them vary between 0 off and 100 in increments of 20 and then 4 again to accept the choice It is possible to close the backlig
43. ir en page 1818 e Look up table page 20 e Manning equation Open channel sur la page 1717 e Manning equation Partially filled pipe sur la page 1717 e Polynomial flow formula en page 1919 e Standard flow formula Erreur Signet non defini 19 e Supressed Rectangular Weir en page 20 V Notch Weir en page 1918 In case that None is chosen the level sensor records the overflow but no flow is calculated FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 34 If the Lookup table sur la page 20 mie 000 is selected the Level and the Flow Level setup Specify the level reported by the sensor for which you want to display a value of 0 and the overflow will have to be manually entered in level the corresponding fields Te Zero level 0 00 Level on sensor that should be reported as 0 0 Overflow level 0 00 Use 0 0 for flow meter How computation Method Look up table d for specific levels Levels m Flow 1 8 M ie t Levels are relative to the specified overflow level Options When the alarm type is set tO gt waidDevices Configurator Disabled no alarm will be Alarms generated and this means that An alarm close the relay on the device the entry is in manual control as selected in the previous le step Alarm ini minimum value only means that an alarm is generated below the minimum input while an alarm is generated above the maximum value when selecting Alarm on the
44. l interference adjustments or costs of labor associated with removal or reinstallation of the unit for repair k The warranty does not cover damage caused by high humidity water or leaking batteries d a N OS ES AS lt lt 2 o o Nr 3 If a Maid Labs product is defective under applied conditions necessary repairs will be performed at no additional cost for parts and labor where Maid Labs recognizes that such defects are caused by materials or manufacturing 4 This warranty constitutes the entire expressed warranty given by Maid Labs for Maid Labs products No representative or service maintenance employee is authorized to extend this warranty on behalf of Maid Labs FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc 2 5 Since each installation may incorporate malfunctions preventing Maid Labs from ensuring the smooth operation of its devices in all circumstances Maid Labs will not refund nor exchange the instruments that were caused by connections to any problematic installation 6 The warranty period is one year on parts and labor from the date of shipment 7 LIMITATION OF DAMAGES To the extent permitted by applicable law under no circumstances MAID Labs or its affiliates be liable to you to a user or a third party for any indirect special consequential or punitive damages of any kind whether in contract or civil including but not limited to personal injury loss of revenue loss of goodwill
45. layed on the main screen in the analog mode It is important to note that the analog output can only be activated if the 12V DC IN is connected to a power supply It will not work if the unit is only powered by an external battery 4 68mA Relay test Press on button 3 to OPEN ane Allows to manually activating the relays for testing purposes Relays statettik BACK 3 Lock screen Lock screen allows restricting access to the device in the main menu By default if no lock key has been configured simply press 1234 to have full access to the menus of the unit If the lock key has been configured lock screen password page 22 just grab it with the buttons The device automatically locks the screen after 30 seconds Shutdown device This procedure is recommended when there is maintenance to do on the device for example a battery change This avoids the possibility of loss of recent data that has not yet been stored This function causes a stop of all operations of the device To return to normal operation simply remove the power including the batteries and reconnect after a few seconds FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc p 24 RT 2 1917131 Uvert low Internal Info Analog Overflow This screen provides access to other useful information updated in real time like the battery voltage or the internal temperature of the device 4 ENTER Internal Info Digital Overflow Specifies
46. m what level readings will be faster Example Overflow Level to 3 m Threshold safety margin to 0 20 m therefore the level sensor fast readings will be at the interval determined in the Fast reading section starting from level 2 80 m e Complete the configuration and save the configuration file in the root directory of a USB key Don t forget that the USB must operate with a FAT or FAT32 file system NTFS is not supported 2 he second step is to make the connections of the device It is important that the external 12V battery has been fully charged The connection of the appliance must be carried out according to the diagram on page 9 Digital input The digital input is a dry contact format Which means that the contact provided by the sensor must be closed or open and no tension same as the contacts of a relay or a fleet The instrument generates a low voltage in one of the two connection wires the other is the return When the instrument detects its own voltage the contact is closed Any sensor generating pulses as rain gauges or flow meters can be used with the FlowMaid The types of sensors can be floats opening valve detectors relays or any type of equipment generating a dry contact when active provided that the frequency of change is not greater than 2 per second 10 Hz Communication The devices communicate with a web server via a continuous internet connection There is no configuration to do when connecting to
47. maximum value only Alarm on the minimum and maximum values indicates that the minimum and maximum alarms are active Generate an alarm above D OD Delay before alarm is generated 00 ci FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc 35 When the instrument runs on an external battery here are the setup options available MaidDevices Configurator Extemal battery options Recording options when an extemal battery is used Regular analog input reading Interval 01 00 V Close relay before reading Number of reading every 25 ms Wait Fast reading v Increase reading rate when approaching threshold Interval 00 00 10 Threshold safety margin 0 20 5 Extemal battery monitoring These options allows to adjust required extemal battery voltage Custom minimum voltage 50 Custom restart voltage 10 0 Regular analog input reading Interval is the time between the readings of the pressure entry where the level sensor is connected Number of reading is the number of readings the device will do in intervals of 25 millisecond to the sensor We recommend that you make more than one for a better stability of the reading Close relay before reading means that the relay is used to power the sensor as all 4 20mA sensors This could be unchecked if the sensor is supplied with permanent power or if no power is needed Wait gives a delay in milliseconds for the initialization of the sensor By default
48. n Marcel Roche in HYDROLOGY of SURFACE never hesitate to measure Make sure that the unit of measure used is displayed in the input of the parameters screen Conditions of implementation of the Weirs e he plate must be perfectly vertical and perpendicular to the walls of the approach channel waterproof and crushproof e he approach channel should be straight uniform and rectangular with constant slope 10 times longer than the width of the blade overflowing to the maximum load e he water level in the channel downstream must be sufficiently below the ridge to ensure a free and fully aerated flow The volumetric calculation provides an accurate 10096 average flow rate provided that the volume and time are 10096 accurate FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 16 Manning equations for partially filled pipes This equation is the easiest to use to assess the loss of volume and flow during an overflow The Manning equation usually has the following expression Q Flow K Relative constant to the units used in the equation A Area of the part of the submerged pipe divided by the perimeter of the submerged section Angle of the pipe slope Constant that represents the degree of roughness of the hose wall The Manning equation is used to estimate flow in open channel situations where it is not practical to build a Weir or a channel to measure the flow with increased accuracy This equation has b
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50. options 11 8 88 PSI the Alarm type field Off Min Max Min Max and Remote The displayed length unit will be m cm in or ft Hin alarm duration Ma When off is selected it means that no alarm will be generated Min means that an alarm is generated under the minimum value while an alarm is generated above the maximum value when Max is chosen Min Max indicates that the Min and Max alarms are active Note that the values of Min FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc p 20 Max Of Min Max are always displayed but are valid only if the alarm is activated The fifth option Remote allows the MaidMaps software to manage the alarms where an Ethernet communication is previously required However the bandwidth options can affect the speed at which the alarm will be received by the device To accept the chosen alarm type and to move from one field to the next press the arrow 3 To enter or edit a value press EDIT 4 and the Numbers selection screen page 13 will appear Download settings To read the file created by MaidDevices Configurator select Read conf Dounload settings Read conf file file then ENTER 4 Follow the instructions on the screen OPu sot The settings can also be configured from the MaidDevices Configurator software This software can be copied to a USB key from the instrument Simply select from the configuration menu Download Settings then Copy
51. port are not displayed This and the date of the file creation are two ways to know of the time of creation of the monthly report If the FlowMaid is not installed the first day of the month N A will appear on the lines for those dates The next monthly report has been formatted in Excel to center columns and display the titles correctly on a single page As a result the daily report begins with a report on each event Date From To Duration Average flow Total volume 7 00 00 00 14 25 41 14 25 41 2 3 121787 4 23 55 07 23 59 59 00 04 52 2 4 687 2 8 23 58 21 23 59 59 00 01 38 2 4 238 5 Copy User Manual Please insert This function copies the PDF version of the user manual of the registered user the usb drive in the internal memory of the instrument on a USB key which is required when significant updates of the internal software take place BACK I MerMaid Data This menu allows you to export the complete file of all the events recorded by the FlowMaid on a USB stick in an encrypted format Although unreadable directly you will usually need to send this file to a technician Maid Labs Technologies if you call technical support to solve a problem Raw Data The raw data is saved in a simple format in a text file For each selection the entire file can be copied for last week or last month Data recorded at the hour in universal time UTC The Date amp time section on page 14 explains how to see the difference with the local tim
52. r slow In the General section if checkbox The device is connected to the Internet is not checked the communication will not work This mode also disables the Ethernet module which reduces consumption of the device and allows options in an offline mode to manually adjust the time By checking this box different configuration options appear By default the server uses the MaidMaps link http maps maidlabs com However it is possible to use another server by checking the box indicating the connection and the server to use Send MaidMaps data can be done in real time every 1 2 5 10 15 or 30 minutes every hour every 3 hours once per day once per week every 2 weeks and once per month Send data files can be done every 15 or 30 minutes every hour or 3 hours once per day once per week every 2 weeks and once per month The Send data after important changes option can be selected if desired and means that the communication with MaidMaps will be forced when overflow occurs The minimum duration of an overflow event is 3 minutes If the overflow is shorter than that no events will be sent to maidmaps FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 37 MaidDevices Configurator Save folder Select folder where configuration file should be stored Summary Name 113000 Serial number DM113000 File name 011113000 micfg Destination folder CAlsersWal rie Documents Maid Labs Device configurations P
53. ress next to create the file in the selected folder Choose a destination folder and press to complete the configuration of the device For the unit to read the configuration file the mlcfg must be in the root directory of the USB key and the file name should not change FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc MaidMaps web server MaidMaps is a Web based application that allows users to remotely view the information displayed and recorded by Maid Labs devices This SCADA software indicates on a user editable map the location of the instrument and the current measurement value All projects Devices default function ne M DLT Welcome cteoperateur Poste Drummond VS Station Outflow 62 8 1 The following instruments are compatible with MaidMaps a y m Saat Max NA 4 Volune US gal H H 1 VOLUCALC 3 la 189 2M 35M 4 o VN ELLOS ONE PressureMaid FlowMaid Volucalc VS Volucalc H FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc The PressureMaid FlowMaid Volucalc VS and Volucalc RT communicate via the Internet to our MaidMaps server or to a server of your choosing The instruments access the server like a computer accesses a web page This way the server does not need to break through firewalls to get the data from private locations Instead of requesting a web page the instrument transmits its latest data and receives back orders if necessary
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55. table Niveau D bit Alarms urrent alarms Map Events Latest events Chart List Our products All default types of measurements are displayed but it is possible to display them based on the type of instrument and type of data displayed This way tap water pressure is not displayed on the waste water flow screen Left clicking on an instruments symbol displays added information which can be access through few links including the related alarms The Alarm log displays all alarms in chronological order and who took care of it based on their login access m E Language English United States M a j d La bs Redefining Flow Meter Technology gt TECHNOLOGIES Home Alarms Reports Control Administration Profile About Welcome cteoperateur Log Off Details Absence de communication Warning Poste Drummond VS 3 8 2014 11 12 22 AM 3 8 2014 1 00 54 PM Completed 3 10 2014 3 34 46 cteoperateur Details Absence de communication Warning Poste Drummond VS 3 4 2014 5 47 51 3 5 2014 10 34 01 AM Completed 3 10 2014 3 34 49 PM cteoperateur Details Absence de communication Warning Poste Drummond VS 2 27 2014 3 02 51 PM 2 28 2014 2 17 12 Completed 3 10 2014 3 34 52 PM cteoperateur Details Absence de communication Warning Hotel de ville 2 19 2014 12 27 03 PM 2 19 2014 1 24 50 PM Completed 2 19 2014 1 33 35 PM cteoperateur Details Basse pression Critical Usine d puration 2 5 2014 9 55 00
56. tact that can be used to open or close valves generating an alarm check the power of a sensor or cellular modem to save energy when the unit is running on battery or issue a pulse each time a certain volume is reached FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc p 9 As the RELAY 1 OUT RELAY 2 OUT is a relay contact that can be used to open or close valves control power sensors or Ethernet modem to save power when operating battery or outputting a pulse each time a certain volume is reached The LEVEL input is an analog input for a level sensor It can be configured as 4 20 mA 0 5 V 0 10 V or 0 24 V depending on the sensor used Second analog input for the registration of another sensor It can be configured as 4 20 mA 0 5 V 0 10 V or 0 24 V depending on the sensor used The digital input allows recording simple state changes such as a float level or pulse like those from a rain gauge The battery input is used to power the FlowMaid in a battery operating mode or as a battery backup during power failures by plugging in a rechargable lead acid type 12V battery The FlowMaid measures and records the remaining energy in an external battery to alert the user when it is time to recharge or replace The 12VDC power supply must come from a stable power supply that can provide 2 Amps Installation of the FlowMaid on external battery 1 The first step is to prepare the configuration file of the device with the MaidDevices Configuration so
57. te amp Time setur B From the main screen press the MENU 1 button to enter the menu and then ENTER 4 to reach the configuration menu The latter allows changing all the Setur Settings items listed below Scroll through the menu with the keys 2 and 3 and pee then press ENTERA to move to the action Once the action is completed iai PME press RETURN 1 back to return to the Setup menu The list of Technician submenus is longer than what is displayed on the initial screen ERCK ENTER You can use the MaidDevices Configurator software provided with the instrument to configure the instrument It facilitates and accelerates the configuration page 29 Date amp Time setup This menu displays the time date and the difference with the universal time UTC also Known as Greenwich Mean Time GMT The unit with Time H15 Me 5 54 Ethernet connection updates automatically all day with the internet time It is possible to force the update by internet with the SET 3 button When communication is disabled the weather modification is possible with the keys and NEXT Date D z amp MBE 1 12 Time Zone GMT 4 66 A cursor appears below the first number which can be changed The keys 2 ana 3 changes the value and or NEXT 4 to switch to the next variable Data is recorded at Greenwich Mean Time GMT and then adjusted to the local time for the creat
58. the Maid Labs sensor must be 500ms If the time is shorter the readings will be not good Fast reading By selecting Increase reading rate when approaching threshold this allows to reduce the delay between readings when we approach the level of overflow for better accuracy When the level is at the overflow level minus the threshold safety margin there will be accelerated readings from this level to the level of overflow according to the defined interval For example overflow at 3m and safety margin at 0 5m immediate readings will be done from the moment that the level is more than 2 5 m External battery monitoring The default values are used by the device when this section is not configured The configuration is useful when using a battery with different operating voltage of type Gelcel lead acid batteries FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 36 MaidDevices Configurator Network options and bandwidth allocation General I This device is connected to intemet MaidMaps server Use altemate server http maps maidlabs 4 Send Maid Maps data once per day x W Send data files once per day Send data after important changes equent communication will drain batteries rapidly Ano communications warming can be displayed when a delay of more than 15 3 Ly minutes is selected Depending on the bandwidth quality communication with the server will be fast o
59. the USB key Firmware upgrade Like the Download settings option Firmware upgrade is also available in MENU Configuration For more information see section Firmware upgrade on page 21 MaidDevices Configurator Software The last version of the Configurator is available at the following address http maidlabs com upgrades MaidDevicesConfigurator zip Read the USB section on page 26 to learn how to copy the configuration software to a USB key MaidDevices Configurator allows the setup of the following instruments e EE 400 Event encoder FlowMaid level monitor and open chanel flowmeter e PressureMaid tap water pressure monitor e Volucalc VS Fixed and Variable Speed flowmeter At any time in the configuration software three actions are permitted lt Back Returns to the previous window without saving the values of the current window Next gt Allows you to continue with the configuration to the next window Cancel Closes the MaidDevices configuration software FlowMaid Maid Labs Technologies inc p 29 MaidDevices Configurator Configurator allows Create a new file Open an existing file if This wizard allows to create the configuration file for the EE 400 Maid the CO nfi guration of the device has LevelMaid OverHowMeter SensorMaid and Volucalc already been performed or Create from an existing file which allows you to enter the parameters o
60. the device to use the real time display optimized for digital measures as the main screen information display Analog Overflow Specifies the device to use the real time display optimized for analog measures as the main screen information display INFO 6 From the main screen enter the desired report type Events report shows Events Report the events from the digital input Digital In Alarms report or Overflows Tipi oe ee report displays the overflow recorded by the level sensor Pressure Press ENTRER 4 to move to the next Events Report METER S OP Show Month The current month is automatically pre May 2812 selected Press MONTH 2 Or YEAR 3 to select the month or the year to edit and 2 and 3 to vary among months and years for which data is recorded ACNE and press ENTER 4 The following window shows for the desired month the amount and duration of events each day of the month To display the detail of each of the events for the selected month select a day by pressing the arrow keys 2 and 3 then press ENTER 4 to view the details The detailed report displays the date and time at which the event started followed by the duration of the event in Hour Minute Note that an event with a duration of 00 00 means that it lasted less than 60 seconds In the case of an overflow report the Flow according to the units previously chosen by the user will also be displayed By pressing t
61. vents spaced in time could be saved simply because the swirl of water These small events are not significant and draw the reader s attention from the real overflow In the contrary in a case where the water level is slightly above the overflow level the swirl could create a separation in several events of what is actually a continuous overflow This option allows you to overcome these two problems Hin event time In summary if the time between two or more events is less than the minimum time set they will be bonded into one If the duration of a single event or agglomerated events does not reach the minimum time it will not be mentioned in the report If you do not want to take this option and prefer more raw data but more difficult to analyze simply set this minimum event time value to one second Otherwise it is advisable to choose a value from a few tens of seconds for rapid position changes to several minutes for slower positions variations Technician The technician menu can do operations and access to functions that are Factory Reset normally reserved for an experienced technician who knows what he is Files i cD card Info doing In this menu there are functions that could totally erase the memory of Cory Manual From USB the instrument Cory AFF From Usb IEMTEEE FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 22 Factory Reset This resets the device to the same condition that it was when new an
62. x 0 00 displays the minimum and maximum reading by the level sensor since the last restart of the device or since the last Reset total events data Lcom Represents the date day month that there was a communication with the MaidMaps server or a transfer of data a USB stick Flow 1 s corresponds to the flow depending on the unit selected by the user see nputs Outputs on page 15 If the device is set to digital mode N A not available symbol will be displayed on the screen Min 0 00 and 0 00 displays the minimum flow and the maximum since the last restart of the device or the last Reset of the cumulative data This image on the top is the Ethernet connection When the boxes are linked it means that the 1H Ethernet cable is connected and that the IP address is valid the communication is not necessarily functional The bottom icon is the universal sign of a relay and represents the state of the internal relays of the FlowMaid It is normally open But when there is a diagonal line in the Middle the relay is closed Volume US gal displays the amount of total water overflowed since the last Heset total events data on page 21 If the device is set to digital mode N A not available symbol will be displayed on the screen Overflows 0 indicates the number of overflow since the last Reset total events and the date Day Month of the last event overflow FlowMaid O Maid Labs Technologies inc p 12
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