Install Instructions

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PARTS INCLUDED IN 17000 KIT:

(1) 17070 Transmitter “Rocket” with gasket

(1) 17050 Bar type LCD Receiver display

(1) 17020 Metal Adapter (2” NPT)

(2) Mounting Screws

Inaccurate fuel level indications could result in fuel run-out, burner lockout, loss of heat, and

frozen pipes. This could result in water damage from ﬂ ooding when pipes thaw.

• The fuel level monitoring system must be installed by a qualiﬁ ed service agency.

• Follow the installation instructions and verify accurate ﬂ oat/gauge performance before leaving the site.

• For frozen pipe/ﬂ ooding protection, take preventive measures such as having a security system (or device) installed that operates during power out-

ages, senses low temperatures, and initiates an effective alarm action.

• For technical assistance, call 1-800-645-2876, (Mon.-Fri. from 8:00am to 5:00pm EST)

ROCKET WIRELESS FUEL MONITOR BY BECKETT

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

To synchronize, please read instructions carefully.

INSTALLATION STEPS:

1. Conﬁ guring the Receiver

The Receiver Display comes conﬁ gured from the factory for the standard

oval vertical 138, 275 or 330 gal upright steel tanks. Important: To ensure

accurate measurement at the oil pickup, where the oil line comes from the

top of the tank, subtract 6 inches (0.15m) from the measurement before

conﬁ guring the Receiver below.

To conﬁ gure the Receiver Display for other style tanks determine the total

tank height either by making a direct measurement or using the Table on

page 3. Once the tank height is determined, use the Table on page 3 to

locate the correct DIP switch setting for your tank. The row of DIP switches

is located on the back of the Receiver Display. Toggling an individual switch

up towards the antenna will put it into the “ON” position. Plug the Receiver

into a convenient 120 VAC outlet. The top bar on the receiver display will

ﬂ ash rapidly for about 2 minutes and the screen will then show the last

measurement received and is now ready for synchronization. See Figure 4.

2. Preparing for Mounting onto the Tank

Install the supplied metal adapter into an unused 2” NPT opening in the top of

the tank. Apply pipe sealant on the Adapter threads and tighten appropriately.

See Figure 2. Do not install the transmitter at this time. For basement tanks,

temporarily place a cover or rag over the adapter to minimize fuel odors until

the Transmitter has been synchronized. For tanks with 1-1/2” and 1-1/4” NPT

openings or European style double-wall tanks, adapters are required for proper

operation. See “Parts Sold Separately” section. Do not use an extension

pipe when mounting the adapter, this can cause inaccurate measurement and

erratic operation. See Figure 9 on page 2 for installation help.

3. Receiver / Transmitter Synchronization

On the Receiver and Transmitter there are black dots located on the side of

each device (Figures 4 & 5). To synchronize, plug the Receiver Display into

a convenient 120 VAC electrical outlet.

A. The LCD display on the Receiver will show a ﬂ ashing top bar (for

about 2 minutes) as shown in the Figure 4.

B. During this 2 minute “Learn” period, slide the Transmitter, starting

at the bottom of the right side of the Receiver (Figure 5) until the

black dots touch each other (Figure 6) or until the Receiver Display

bars begin to increase in size similar to Figure 7 on following page.

Keep the devices in that position for about 20 seconds or until

all ten bars ﬂ ash and a short “beep” occurs to indicate that

synchronization is complete.

C. The Transmitter stays in “Fast” transmit mode for 10 minutes

following synchronization. Moving the Transmitter up and down

above a solid surface should decrease or increase the number of

bars respectively on the Receiver Display. If you wish to deactivate

“Fast” transmit mode, again slide the Transmitter dot towards or past

the Receiver dot.

D. Now fasten the Transmitter to the Adapter using the gasket and

screws provided. Do not over tighten.

PARTS SOLD SEPARATELY:

17012 Metal Adapter 1-1/4” NPT,

17015 Metal Adapter 1-1/2” NPT

17030 Tank Adapter for Roth Type

TANK

HEIGHT

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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause

harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Operating frequency is 915 MHz

FCC ID: S6T-377A

Summary of content (4 pages)

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ROCKET WIRELESS FUEL MONITOR BY BECKETT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS To synchronize, please read instructions carefully. FCC ID: S6T-377A This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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NORMAL OPERATION Battery Replacement The Rocket 17000 system uses ultrasonic radio wave technology to measure the fuel level in the tank. It then uses wireless transmission to send the measured fuel level to the Receiver. To preserve battery life, the measurements and transmissions are done 8 times every hour. Though the lithium battery will have a very long service life, approximately 10 years, it will eventually require changing. The battery required is a 3 Volt Lithium # CR2430. Figure 7 2.
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DIP Switch Settings for the Beckett Rocket 17000 LCD Receiver Measured Tank Height English (Inches) Metric (Meters) Set Switches ON Settings for Commonly Available Tanks From - To From - To 20 - 22 22 - 24 24 - 26 26 - 28 0.50 - 0.55 0.55 - 0.60 0.60 - 0.65 0.65 - 0.70 2 thru 8 OFF 7 6,8 6,7,8 28 - 30 0.70 - 0.75 5,7 30 - 31 31 - 33 33 - 35 35 - 37 37 - 39 39 - 41 41 - 43 0.75 - 0.80 0.80 - 0.85 0.85 - 0.90 0.90 - 0.95 0.95 - 1.00 1.00 - 1.05 1.05 - 1.10 43 - 45 1.10 - 1.15 45 - 47 1.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: FAQ 1 2 Question/Problem Answer/Solution I put the Rocket on the tank and plugged in the receiver, but it doesn’t work. The number of bars on the receiver is not correct when compared with a mechanical gauge on the tank. Customer does not wait long enough for the signal to be sent.