The PTLevel remote cistern water level monitor allows you to understand your water levels and requirements in real-time from anywhere in the world. To learn more about the creation of the PTLevel and the origin on this Wainfleet company read our PTLevel blog.
PTLevel Wireless Cistern Water Level Benifits
- Monitor your liquid level on any device with their app.
- Setup alerts at any point by SMS or email.
- View your usage history over time to see how you’ve been saving on water, or see when your delivery company delivered.
- Share your level easily with your delivery company.
- Know the level accurately and order your water when actually needed. Greatly reducing overpayment on water and delivery charges.
Use as a wireless sensor in your cistern, dug well, peroxide tank, fertilizer tank, chlorine tank, sump, and more.
PTLevel Installation Guide
Our full installation blog, along with photos and videos can be found here. Quick instructions can be found below.
The Long Range Wireless PTLevel can achieve up to 1km of range, comes with 13' of tubing, and the transmitter can be installed outdoors.
Installing a PTLevel can be broken down into 3 main steps:
Step 1. Powering the device
The Long Range Wireless PTLevel comes with 2 parts that need to be powered; the Receiver that plugs in (4V to 16V DC input range, 110V - 220V 50/60Hz Wall adapter - 8v DC 500mA output) and the Transmitter that takes 4 AA batteries (included).
a. Plug in Your Receiver
Choose a location to plug your Receiver in that is close to your router, or somewhere where you have a strong WiFi signal. Ideally your Receiver should be installed above-grade (not in a basement) in order to support the longest range possible. The Receiver is not weather-resistant. Before you take your Transmitter to your tank, it is best to install batteries when you are indoors still and make sure the Receiver and Transmitter are linked.
b. Install the Transmitter Batteries
Install 4 AA batteries in your Transmitter (provided) and screw the lid down tightly. It's best to wait to install your Transmitter on your tank until after you've connected your device to WiFi.
Step 2. Connecting to WiFi
The Paremtech PTDevices iOS and Android App makes the connection process easy!
a. Download the PTDevices App Here:
Play Store or App Store.
b. Setup a new device
Watch a quick overview here: https://youtube.com/shorts/Oux8kUAs0NM?feature=share
c. From there, follow the in-app prompts. Or view the step-by-step breakdown with pictures here: https://support.paremtech.com/portal/en/kb/articles/ptlevel-cistern-setup
Step 3. Installing the Pressure Chamber
Installing the pressure chamber is the fun part! The pressure chamber is made of durable PVC and Portland Cement, both materials already used in cisterns. The tubing is made of UV-protected polyurethane.
a. Select a spot for the tubing and drill a hole if needed.
In a cistern like the one pictured, there are 2 main choices for installing the tubing; one is the plastic cistern cap and the second is directly through the cement side of the cistern. If you opt for the cement side, you will need a drill and drill bit capable of drilling through cement. If you have an older cistern that has a cement lid, you can often just leave the tubing through the main hole, just try not to crush it with the lid.
In this case, we've selected to drill a small hole through the lower part of the plastic cement cap. The outer diameter of the tubing is 0.093” inside diameter.
b. Thread the tubing through the hole, then attach to the pressure chamber.
To attach to the pressure chamber, make sure you've put the tubing through the cap first. Then warm the end of the tubing (with a lighter) if needed or just press onto the pressure chamber. Then tighten the cap on the pressure chamber to hold the tubing tight and in place.
c. Lower the pressure chamber into the cistern.
Still searching for the correct cistern or septic tank? View the rest of our tank options here. You can also view our Cistern Level frequently asked questions.
*Always check with your municipal requirements prior to installation.