Set Up
How Long is the Power Cord?
The PTLevel WiFi Wired power cord is 8 feet long. You can extend the power line to a more distant location if you need. All that is required are waterproof connectors. Polarity matters. If you have an existing Ethernet cable near by, you can use a ...
The PTLevel and Solar Panels
Both the PTLevel WIFI and PTLevel Long Range Wireless can be utilized with solar panels; however, you must provide the complete solar package (batteries, solar panels...). The PTLevels do not have charging capabilities built into them. To size the ...
Can the PTLevel WIFI be Installed Outside?
Absolutely. All PTLevel devices are designed specifically to handle the outdoor environment. A few tips for outdoor installations: We recommend that you keep the small tubing that is exposed to the outdoors as short as possible. Protect the small ...
Are you Moving?
If you own a PTLevel and are moving, this article is for you! It is divided into 2 options, taking the PTLevel with you to your new home OR leaving your PTLevel and transferring it to the new owners. 1. Taking your PTLevel with you Whether you have ...
What is the amp hour rating for running the PTLevel WiFi for 24 hours?
You may want to run the PTLevel WiFi on a solar system but how big of a system do you need to setup? Currently the PTLevel WiFi draws a constant current of 85mA and so for 24 hours, it would be a 2.55 amp hour requirement. This number takes into ...
Installation Instructions and Manual
The official manual and installation instructions that are sent with each PTLevel WiFi.
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How Often Does the PTLevel Wireless Report Online?
The Wireless PTLevel is designed to be battery conscious and with that, it implements a special monitoring schedule. By default, it wakes up every 30 minutes to check the level. Then, if the level is out by approx. 10% since the last 30 minute check, ...
Level Reading Maintenance
Now that you have your PTLevel setup, you’re probably wondering what to do over time in order to maintain the device and it’s readings. There’s really not much to do, but as with everything, a little bit of maintenance goes a long ways. MAINTENANCETo ...
What is the Range on the PTLevel Wireless?
We use a special low power very long range radio technology in our Wireless PTLevel devices. With the provided antennas which are built in, you can achieve up to 1km range or more depending on what is in between. We have customers who have their ...
Calibration Procedure
After you’ve installed your new device and setup the depth of your tank, you must calibrate the device in order to achieve a proper reading. This process is simple and is explained below. You can not calibrate at 0% or really low levels, and you must ...
Wireless Device Installation Instructions
How to install the Long Range Wireless PTLevel device. These instructions are provided with the water level monitor that you purchase as well.