Votronic 5543 - User Manual

Tank Electrode 12-24 K Tank Height 12 - 24 cm, 12 V and 24 V Order-No. 5543
Tank Electrode 15-50 K
Tank Height 15 - 50 cm, 12 V and 24 V Order-No. 5545
According to Drinking Water Ordinance DIN 2001-2
The tank transmitter had been designed for precise level measuring of fresh water tanks, sewage water tanks
and feces tanks of plastic and metal material in campers, caravans and boats.
Measurement of the level is effected fully-automatically without mechanically moving parts according to the
capacitive method of measurement, and it is transferred to the display unit via a three-core cable.
The electronic system is completely sealed. Thus, it is extremely robust and insensitive to soiling.
Tank measuring sensor, suitable and required for VOTRONIC tank displays, 1 piece per tank:
Tank Display Units: Order No. 12 V Order No. 24 V
• Fresh Water Tank Display S 5311 5311
• Sewage Water Tank Display S 5313 5313
• Feces Tank Display S 5315 5315
• Info Panel Pro 5330 6330
• Votronic VBS 2 Bus System All Types All Types
• Votronic VPC System All Types All Types
• Previous Votronic tank displays since 1987 All Types All Types
For remote level measurement, the tank electrode
is installed directly at the tank. It is suitable for:
• Fresh water (if applicable, please observe the
Guidelines for Drinking-Water Quality DIN
2001-2)
• Sewage water, grey water
• Feces sewage water
• Plastic tanks, any material
• Metal tanks (aluminium, steel, stainless steel,
etc.)
• Adjustable to tank heights:
12 to 24 cm or 15 cm to 50 cm.
Functioning:
The level in the tank is measured capacitively. The
insulated stick (probe) and the surrounding water
form a kind of "capacitor", the size of which is
growing with the level, and which is measured by
the electronic system. The contact to the water as
"antipole" is effected by a stainless steel stick.
Brief Instruction:
1.
Produce a mounting hole at the tank with a diameter of 38 mm or thread PG29.
2. Determine the kind of installation, inside or outside the tank, and measure the tank height.
3. Cut both measuring sticks to the desired length (observe a clearance of 10 - 20 mm between sticks and tank
bottom).
4. Reinsert the insulating cap on the insulated stick (observe the tightness).
5. Install the tank transmitter inside or outside using the delivered packing ring.
6. Set the measured water depth at the scale.
7. Produce the electrical connection to the display unit.
8. Ready for start-up.

Summary

Product Overview and Sensor Details

Tank Measuring Sensor

Sensor suitable and required for VOTRONIC tank displays, compatible with various tank types.

Functioning Principle

Explains the capacitive measurement method using the insulated stick and surrounding water.

Installation Process

Preliminary Installation

Guidance on mounting hole, location, and installing inside or outside the tank.

Probe Adjustment

Instructions for cutting probe sticks to length, ensuring proper clearance from the tank bottom.

Setting Tank Height

Procedure to set the tank height adjuster for 'FULL' (100%) measurement.

Connections and Operation

Configuration of Connections

Details on wire colors, connection numbers, functions, and recommended cable cross-sections.

Start-up and Adjustment

How to set the tank height adjuster and simulate different water levels for calibration.

Final Installation

Securing the tank transmitter using the packing washer and coupling ring.

Troubleshooting and Tips

No Display Reaction

Troubleshooting steps for when the display unit shows no reaction or output.

Constant 100% Display

Diagnosing and resolving issues causing the display to remain constantly at 100%.

Indication Errors

Causes and solutions for incorrect water level readings, such as soiling.

Safety, Compliance, and Data

Safety Regulations and Application

Guidelines for safe usage, appropriate applications, and restrictions.

Declaration of Conformity

Product compliance statements with relevant European directives and standards.

Technical Data

Key specifications including operating voltage, current, measurement method, and dimensions.

Delivery Scope

List of items included in the product package.

Votronic 5543 Specifications

General

Brand	Votronic
Model	5543
Category	Transmitter
Language	English