MadgeTech Level1000 Operating Manual

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Product User Guide

Description Level1000

Temperature Sensor Internal Semiconductor

Temperature Range -40 °C to +80 °C (-40 °F to +176 °F)

Temperature Resolution 0.1 °C (0.18 °F)

Calibrated Accuracy +0.5 °C (+0.9 °F)

Pressure Sensor Semiconductor (strain gauge)

Measurement Range 0 ft to 30 ft (0 m to 9 m)

Level Resolution 0.05 in (1.27 mm)

Calibrated Accuracy ±8.3 inches of water (1.0 in typical at 25 °C)*

Memory 16,383/channel

Reading Rate 1 reading every 2 seconds up to 1 reading every 12 hours

Required Interface Package IFC110 or IFC200

Baud Rate 2,400

Typical Battery Life 1 year

Operating Environment -40 °C to +80 °C (-40 °F to +176 °F) 0 %RH to 100 %RH

Material 303 stainless steel

Dimensions 5.7 in x 1.25 in dia. (145 mm x 32 mm dia.)

Weight 8 oz (220 g)

Approvals CE

Level1000

*Note: The Level1000 does not compensate for barometric pressure changes, therefore these
changes are not included in the accuracy specifications.

Battery Warning

WARNING: FIRE, EXPLOSION, AND SEVERE BURN HAZARD. DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT, CHARGE,
FORCE OVER DISCHARGE, DISASSEMBLE, CRUSH, PENETRATE OR INCINERATE. BATTERY MAY
LEAK OR EXPLODE IF HEATED ABOVE 80 °C (176 °F).

See MadgeTech’s terms and conditions at www.madgetech.com

Specifications subject to change.

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Level1000

Water Level and Temperature Data Logger

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Level1000

Product User Guide

Product Notes

The Level1000 is a water level and temperature data logger. The stainless steel housing

allows the device to be used in fresh water applications. The device is equipped with a 30

PSIA sensor, allowing the device to measure down to 30 ft of water.

The Level1000 is not atmospheric pressure compensated, therefore a reading should

be taken prior to submerging the device into water. That reading will then need to be

subtracted from all readings to provide accurate water level measurement.

Getting Started

To access the COM Port for the interface cable, unscrew the key-ring end cap. Screw the

end cap onto the data logger until the o-ring cannot be seen, before deploying it.

Submergibility

The Level1000 is fully submergible and rated IP68. The standard model can be placed in

environments with up to 30 feet (9 m) of water. Custom ranges are available and can be

placed in environments with up to 230 feet (70 m) of water.

O-Rings

O-ring maintenance is a key factor when properly caring for the Level1000. The o-rings

ensure a tight seal and prevent liquid from entering the inside of the device.

Please refer to the application note “O-Rings 101: Protecting Your Data”, found on the

MadgeTech website, for information on how to prevent O-ring failure.

Installation Guide

Installing the Interface cable

- IFC200: Insert the device into a USB port. The drivers will install automatically.

- IFC110: Plug the serial cable into the port and verify it is secure.

Installing the software

The Software can be downloaded from the MadgeTech website at the following link:

www.madgetech.com/software-download. Follow the instructions provided in the Installa-

tion Wizard to install the MadgeTech Software

Device Operation

Connecting and Starting the data logger

- Once the software is installed and running, plug the interface cable into the data logger.

- Connect the USB end of the interface cable into an open USB port on the computer.

- The device will appear in the Connected Devices list, highlight the desired data logger.

- For most applications, select “Custom Start” from the menu bar and choose the desired

start method, reading rate and other parameters appropriate for the data logging

application and click “Start”. (“Quick Start” applies the most recent custom start options,

“Batch Start” is used for managing multiple loggers at once, “Real Time Start” stores the

dataset as it records while connected to the logger.)

- The status of the device will change to “Running”, “Waiting to Start” or “Waiting to

Manual Start”, depending upon your start method.

- Disconnect the data logger from the interface cable and place it in the environment to

measure.

Note: The device will stop recording data when the end of memory is reached or the device is stopped. At this point the device
cannot be restarted until it has been re-armed by the computer.

Downloading data from a data logger

- Highlight the data logger in the Connected Devices list. Click “Stop” on the menu bar.

- Once the data logger is stopped, with the logger highlighted, click “Download”. You will

be prompted to name your report.

- Downloading will offload and save all the recorded data to the PC.

Device Maintenance

Battery Replacement

Materials: Snap Ring Pliers, 9/16”(15 mm) Wrench and a Replacement Battery (TLH-5902)

Procedure:

- Remove the end cap of the data logger.

- Remove the retaining clip using pliers.

- Remove the white Teflon washer.

- VERY CAREFULLY Use a 9/16” (15 mm) wrench to remove the NPT end of the data logger.

- Once the NPT end is completely unscrewed, gently slide the circuit board out of the

enclosure. Be careful not to break or sharply bend the cable between the level sensor and

the electronics.

- The battery is the purple cylinder on the circuit board, gently pull out the battery

- Insert the new battery one lead at a time, pressing down firmly with your index finger to

make sure the lead is secure in its terminal. Note: the battery should be flat against the

circuit board, and the positive lead should be closest to the communications jack.

- Insert the electronics back into the tube. Make sure the cable is not twisted, sharply bent,

or kinked. From the connection to the circuit board, it should run up towards the battery,

then down the sensor.

- VERY CAREFULLY screw the NPT end cap back onto the tube, making sure the electronics

rotate with the end cap.

- Insert the Teflon washer and retaining clip to secure the electronics.

- Replace the end cap.

Recalibration

The Level1000 standard calibration is performed at 25 °C for the temperature channel and

~400 inH20 and ~800 inH20 for the level channel.

Additional Services:

Custom calibration and verification point options available, please call for pricing.

Prices and specifications subject to change. See MadgeTech’s terms and conditions at www.madgetech.com
To send the devices back, visit www.madgetech.com, select Services then RMA Process.