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L II Tank Monitor MODEL 709-BTP3 MANUAL IMPORTANT OPERATOR INFORMATION DATE INSTALLED: _____________________________________________________________ SERIAL NUMBER: _____________________________________________________________ Signal Level Sender Height Black Water Tank Grey Water Tank Fresh Water Tank Printed in Canada www.garnetinstruments.com...
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CHAPTER 2 - SYSTEM DESCRIPTION he SeeLeveL consists of a display unit that mounts inside the RV, and sender panels that stick to the side of the holding tank. A single 2 conductor wire is used to connect all the sender panels to the display.
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defective, then the display will indicate an error code. The various error codes are shown in the troubleshooting chapter. With these diagnostic features and the digital nature of the tank level sensing technology, it is almost impossible for the system to indicate an incorrect water level, and in the very unlikely event it does occur, servicing is greatly aided with the diagnostic information.
CHAPTER 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS he display is the only system component that is accessed by the user. All user input to the display is done using the five buttons along the bottom of the display. Operation of the display is as follows: To read a water or sewer tank level: 1.
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Note: If using two displays (i.e. a primary and a secondary display), then only the primary display should have a connection to the LPG tank. If both displays are connected to an LPG tank, then an incorrect reading will result. The primary display relays LPG levels to the secondary display through the sender wiring.
CHAPTER 4 - GARNET RV APP INSTRUCTIONS The Garnet RV Bluetooth App: ® • The free Garnet RV App is available for any compatible Android and Apple iOS device. • Wireless technology enables your tank monitor to send tank levels and battery voltage to any compatible Android or Apple iOS device.
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Download the app: For Apple iOS devices go to the For Android devices go to the Apple App Store to download and Google Play Store to download install the app. and install the app. 709-BTP3 Manual Page 9...
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Turn Bluetooth on: Android Apple iOS Open your settings app and make Open your settings app and make sure Bluetooth is turned ON. sure Bluetooth is turned ON. Page 10 709-BTP3 Manual...
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Start the app: The initial screen will load showing the version number of the app. Actual version numbers will change as future updates are provided. Android Apple iOS 709-BTP3 Manual Page 11...
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Apple main display of the Garnet RV device. Scroll through the app. available settings and select the Garnet RV app icon. You can also change your text size and text display color here.
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Select sensors to display: Android Apple iOS Select the sensors that have been Select the sensors that have been installed in your RV. installed in your RV. You can also change your text size and text display color here. 709-BTP3 Manual Page 13...
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The identification string shown under the “709-BT” device is a The identification number shown unique identifier for the Garnet is a unique identifier for the Garnet hardware installed in your RV. hardware installed in your RV. Note: Ensure you select your...
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The “Vehicle” icon lets you select a different RV. The “Coach ID” displayed is a The “Edit” icon allows you to name unique identifier for the Garnet your RV. hardware installed in your RV. The “Configuration” icon is used The “Edit” icon allows you to name to change the configuration your RV.
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Main display (cont’d): Apple iOS If a name has been created for the RV it will be displayed instead of the Coach ID. See “Name RV”. Page 16 709-BTP3 Manual...
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Name RV: Apple iOS Android This screen is accessed from This screen is accessed from the the “Edit” button on the “Main “Edit” button on the “Main Display, Display”, and allows you to enter a and allows you to enter a name name for the RV.
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Name RV (cont’d): Apple iOS Android Press “OK” to save the name, or Press “OK” to save the name, or “Cancel” to exit without saving. “Cancel” to exit without saving. The maximum length of the name The maximum length of the name is 20 characters.
Troubleshooting: No Devices If no Garnet RV devices appear, ensure that you are within 16m (50ft) of the RV, and use the “Refresh” icon or “Find RV” icon to scan again for the Verify that Bluetooth is ON. Ensure that the Garnet RV hardware is powered ON.
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Troubleshooting: No Data When the Main Display shows a value of “---“ this is an indication that no data is available for the sensor. This is normal operation when the app is first started until data values appear. It can also be an indication that you are more than 16m (50ft) away from your RV and unable to establish communication with the sensors.
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Garnet RV hardware to be installed. The sensor data values are simulated, and do not correspond to actual sensor readings. Ensure that you are not using this mode if you have installed a Garnet RV system in your RV. Android Apple iOS...
CHAPTER 5 - DISPLAY CALIBRATION To calibrate the LPG sender: 1. The LPG tank must be full when the sender is calibrated, otherwise the calibration will be invalid. Fill the LPG tank by using an alternate measurement method, such as weight, a spit valve, or a mechanical gauge on the tank.
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To program the display LED brightness: 1. If the display is to be used inside the coach, the LED brightness should be low. If it is to be used in the service bay area where sunlight can reach it, the LED brightness should be high. 2.
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5. The display will now show “0SE” (zero senders/disabled), “1SE” (one sender) or “2SE” (two senders), based on what is currently programmed into the display. These are the only three options; the display will not work with more than two senders per tank.
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Trip Polarity: While the BLACK button is held down, the display shows “Hi” on the left for a high level alarm or “Lo” for a low level alarm. After the button is released, the left digit shows “H” for a high level alarm which means the alarm turns on (closes) when the fluid level is equal to or higher than the set point, and the alarm is off (open) when the fluid level is below the set point.
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To check the primary/secondary mode: 1. Press and hold down the BATT button, the display will show the battery voltage. While continuing to hold down the BATT button, press and hold down the BLACK button. Continue to hold down both buttons for about 5 seconds until the display shows “Pri”...
CHAPTER 6 - SENDER PROGRAMMING To program the 710ES or 710SS sender for the correct tank: 1. Since the senders are all connected in parallel to save wiring and to simplify installation, the senders must be programmed so they know which tank they are on. The senders can be programmed for either the fresh, grey, or black tank.
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2. The senders default to single or bottom operation if the programming is not altered. Consequently, if the sender is for single or bottom operation, nothing further needs to be done to it (beyond programming it for the correct tank). 3.
CHAPTER 7 - INSTALLATION GUIDE 1. Please refer to the “Troubleshooting and Installation Tips” section in Chapter 7 for details on avoiding installation issues. 2. The installation consists of mounting the display inside the RV, cutting and fastening the senders to the sides of the holding tanks, connecting wiring, and programming the display.
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Tank Sender Options Height Best Resolution Other Acceptable ” - 5” 5” - 7” 7” - 13” 13” - 17” stacked ES 17” - 25” stacked ES stacked SS 25” - 34” stacked SS For single sender applications: The sender ends should be ”...
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710JS sender shorter than 4”. The cut must be in between the sensor pads, and the cut must be made parallel to the existing bottom end. Double check your measurements, if the sender is cut too short, it cannot be lengthened. 8.
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connected back to the display ground or the breaker panel ground. 14. All that remains now is calibration and testing. The tank senders will self calibrate to whatever length they are cut, so they will always read from 0% to 100%. The display needs to be set to a single or double sender system for each tank.
CHAPTER 8 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Display trouble codes: If a sender or its wiring is not operating properly, the following codes are shown on the display: 1. If a sender is unresponsive or there is an open circuit in the wiring so that the sender is not connected, the display will indicate an open circuit by showing “OPn”...
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7. The only diagnostic code available for the LPG sender is the open circuit indication “OPn”. If the wiring to the LPG sender is shorted then the LPG reading will always show “0”. 8. There are no diagnostics for the battery voltage. The diagnostics can be used to check the wiring and the senders: 1.
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The sender height is the number of receive segments present in the sender. To determine the length of the sender, multiply the calibration by 2.0 (SS sender) or 1.5 (ES sender) or 1.0 (JS sender) to get the length in inches. The senders always auto calibrate to the length that they are cut, so this diagnostic allows the user to confirm the length and to make sure that the auto calibration is working properly.
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together with ground wiring. Do not depend on metal chassis components. See item 2 in the following section for further details. What to do if readings jump or are inaccurate 1. We have had a few instances where 120VAC interference has caused the readings to stall and create a gap;...
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or improper bonding of the sender to the tank (a possible air gap on one or both sides of the sender). 3. With the console installed you can check the level on each tank, if you get an indicated level of 10% to 20% and you know this is too high, reposition the sensor board as follows: In the case of a convex tank bottom, usually found on large flat tanks, raising the sender is the best solution to accomplish a...
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7. There may be a buildup on the inside walls of black and grey tanks. We get calls occasionally about older coaches that have not been in service for a few years in which the black tank will now indicate a level even though it is empty. The likely cause is that the tank has a significant build-up, probably exceeding ¼”...
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What to do if sender delamination occurs: 1. We have had reports of the senders literally falling off the tanks or showing serious delamination. This is likely caused by a lack of tank surface preparation. Surface prep is very simple, wipe the area to be adhered to with products like Pro Bond, alcohol, or acetone.
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2. When fastening the display to the panel, make sure that it is centered in the hole and not resting on one edge. 3. Non-conductive mounting spacers are available to help prevent damaging the display. Contact Garnet for further details. How to avoid damaging the display or pump switch due to excessive current: 1.
CHAPTER 9 - SPECIFICATIONS Resolution JS sender: ¼" (6 mm) ES sender: ⅜" (10 mm) SS sender: ½" (13 mm) +/- 8% or better, limited by resolution and tank height Accuracy: and shape. Temperature range: +32 °F to +140 °F (0 °C to + 60 °C) 0.008"...
Garnet or an Authorized Dealer. The warranty period will start from the date of purchase or installation as indicated on the warranty card. Under these warranties, Garnet shall be responsible only for actual loss or damage suffered and then only to the extent of Garnet’s invoiced price of the product.