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TURNTIDE RMK Remote Monitoring Kit Installation guide

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Remote Monitoring Kit (RMK) Install Guide
with Remote WiFi Antenna
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Contents
Overview ......................................................................................................................3
Software Wrapped in Metal ......................................................................................3
Considerations ............................................................................................................3
Know Before You Go
Tools You’ll Need ...................................................................................................4
What’s Included .....................................................................................................5
Step-by-Step Installation
Install the Enclosure ..............................................................................................7
Wire Components ..................................................................................................7
System Start Up ...................................................................................................... 9
Wiring Schematic ..................................................................................................... 10
Contact Us ................................................................................................................ 11
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The Turntide Remote Monitoring Kit provides
the easiest way to enable remote monitoring
of HVAC equipment driven by the Smart Motor System.
CONSIDERATIONS
• Review this installation
guide and available
installation training videos
before beginning
• Follow all local and national
electrical codes, safety
compliance requirements
and common installation
procedures
• Cables provided by Turntide
are NOT rated for outdoor
use
Overview
This Kit includes everything needed to connect a Smart Motor
System to the internet. Choose the Turntide provided cellular
service for hassle-free network setup.
Once an internet connection is established, the Remote
Monitoring Kit will automatically connect to Turntide’s
secure Cloud platform to provide you remote access to your
equipment data.
Software Wrapped in Metal™
The Turntide software-driven motor solution includes the
Turntide Smart Motor and the Turntide Motor Controller,
complete with networking and connection capabilities to
Turntide Cloud Services. It is proven to signicantly reduce
energy consumption, dramatically reducing energy costs and
carbon footprint resulting from electric motor operation.
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Below is a list of the common tools that are required to install the Turntide Re-
mote Monitoring Kit. Every application is different, and additional tools may be
required. Check your toolbox to make sure you have all the tools you’ll need.
Know Before You Go
Tools You’ll Need
Cordless Drill
Screwdriver
Small Terminating
Adjustable Pliers
Terminal (Spade)
Crimp Tool
Wire Strippers
Needle Nose Pliers
Uni-bit, Hole Saw,
or Knock Outs
for 1/2”, 3/4”, & 1” EMT
Screwdriver
Phillips
Multi-VOM Meter
Drill Bit Index
Screwdriver
Slot
Nut Driver
1/4” and 5/16”
Clamp Amp Meter
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Everything commonly necessary to install the Remote Monitoring Kit is provided. The
following is a list of components.
Turntide Supervisor NEMA Enclosure AC to DC Converter
Modem
Mounting Brackets
w/Screws
Qty 4
Thermostat Cable
10ft - 18/2 Cable
Cable Ties
Qty 8
Cable Tie Bases
Qty 4
Locknuts
Qty 4 - 3/4”
Piggy Back
Spade Connectors
Qty 2 - Blue
Liquidtight Conduit
& Connectors
3’ - 3/4” Flex Conduit
Qty 2 - 3/4” Connectors
Wire Nuts
Qty 2 - Blue
Self Drilling Screws
Qty 8 - 5/16” x 3/4”
PVC Nipple
Qty 1 - 4” x 3/4”
Qty 1 - 2” x 3/4”
What’s Included
RMK Assembly
Weather Tite Connector
Qty 1
1/2” EMT Connector
Qty 1
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1/2” Conduit Hanger
Qty 2
1/2” x 12” EMT Conduit
Qty 2
1/2” EMT Coupling
Qty 1
Electrical Box Cover
Qty 1
External Antenna & Cable
Qty 1
What’s Included - Continued
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Step-by-Step Installation of
Remote Monitoring Kit
Follow these simple step-by-step instructions to install the Turntide Remote Monitoring Kit (RMK)
for most common applications. Follow all local codes and common installation procedures.
Install the Enclosure
1 2 3
4 5
OFF
ON
Turn power to the unit off. Install enclosure near the unit
control panel - either vertically or
horizontally - using the external
brackets and self tapping screws.
Install a nipple through back of enclosure
or install external ex from enclosure to
unit.
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Wire Components
Unit
Terminal
Board
R
C
G
Y1
Y2
W1
W2
24V H
24V L
Install new wires from R and C on the
unit to 24 volt terminal on the Turntide
Supervisor, R to the 24V H and C to the
24L. Leave the existing wires for the AC
to DC converter on the terminals.
Note: 24 volt wiring is polarity sensitive.
If wiring is terminated incorrectly, it will
damage the Turntide Supervisor or the
control transformer.
1. Connect the two EMT conduit
sections using the EMT coupling.
2. Install the EMT connector on one
end of the assembly.
3. Attach the box over to the EMT
connector.
4. Attach the assembly to a non-
removable panel of the unit
using the two conduit hangers
and sheet metal screws.
Do NOT ground the
internal panel of the
enclosure.
Assemble Antenna Mount
4
1
3
2
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Remove the existing WiFi antenna
from the modem. Connect the
supplied external antenna.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The RMK antenna
connector differs from the antenna
used with the motor controller. The
antennas are not interchangeable.
8” minimum height
above top of unit.
Install the antenna on top of the
electrical box cover. Route wire down
through the EMT conduit. Enter the
enclosure through the weather tite
connector.
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Wire Components - Continued
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System Startup
8910
11 12 13
OFF
ON
RUN
Select Workow
RMK Install
SGNL
Turn power on to the unit. Verify the Turntide Supervisor has
power and is running by checking the
green RUN LED.
Verify the LED on the modem are on-
green for power/wi/connection to
cell and blue for cell strength.
Make sure the enternet cable is
completely plugged into the modem
and the Turntide Supervisor an the
there is a green LED on both devices.
Contact Turntide (877-776-8470) to
conrm the RMK is operating and
posting data to the cloud.
After installation is nished, complete
the RMK Install workow on the XOi
mobile app.
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Turntide
Supervisor
Modem
Ethernet Cable
AC to DC
Converter
AO1
COM
A02
COM
AO3
COM
AO4
COM
DO1
DC
DO2
DC
DO3
DC
DO4
DC
DO5
DC
DO6
DC
R1A
R1B
R2A
R2B
D1-
D1+
D2-
D2+
24V L
24V H
COM
Ul2
COM
Ul2
COM
Ul3
COM
Ul4
COM
Ul5
COM
Ul6
COM
Ul7
COM
Ul8
DlC
Dl1
DlC
Dl2
DlC
Dl3
DlC
Dl4
DlC
Dl5
DlC
Dl6
DlC
Dl7
DlC
Dl8
R
C
G
Y1
Y2
W1
W2
Unit
Terminal
Board
Note: Do not ground
the internal panel of
the enclosure or the
Turntide Supervisor.
Wiring Diagram
Indemnity
The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Turntide Technologies or Software Motor Company.
Turntide Technologies assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document. In no event shall Turntide Technologies be liable for incidental or
consequential damages arising from use of this document or the software and hardware described in this document.
Turntide Technologies (formerly Software Motor Company) has developed the world’s most efcient and intelligent electric motor system. The revolutionary Smart Motor System
is based on proven switched reluctance technology, now managed with advanced cloud software and connected to precise controls via IoT. Turntide’s vision is to eliminate the
25% of global electricity consumption that is wasted by legacy motors, thus accelerating the world’s transition from fossil fuels. Turntide is based in Sunnyvale, Calif., with ofces
in San Francisco; Arlington, Wash.; and Kennesaw, Ga. Turntide has installed Smart Motor Systems with dozens of customers, reducing their motor electricity consumption by an
average of 64%, and is powering the systems of leading OEMs. For further information, visit www.turntide.com.
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1295 Forgewood Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94089
[email protected]
877.776.8470
Contact Us
If you encounter issues that are not covered in this Install Guide or have other questions
about the Turntide Motor System as it relates to your specic application, please contact
Turntide’s Customer Success team.
877.776.8470
[email protected]
1295 Forgewood Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94089
www.turntide.com
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