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How do I connect my smart oil gauge to WiFi?
Open the app and navigate to the My Tanks page. For iOS devices, hit the ‘+’ in the top right; for Android devices, select ‘Sensor Setup’ and follow the instructions to update WiFi. The app will ask you if you are setting up a new gauge, or just updating WiFi; select update WiFi and you are all set!
How does a smart oil gauge work?
The Smart Oil Gauge uses an ultrasonic sensor to measure the level of oil in the tank throughout the day, and transmits this information over your home’s Wi-Fi network. Check your tank level from any smartphone, tablet or PC – anywhere in the world.
How long does it take for smart oil gauge to work?
3. The device will take its first reading 1 hour after the initial configuration. Check the app at that point to make sure you’ve got a good reading, and you are ready to go!
How do oil tank monitors work?
The Connected monitor measures the depth of oil in your oil tank. A cable connected to the monitor drops down in to your oil tank and sits in the oil. The cable takes a measurement of the oil depth and sends that information to our monitoring system using the sim card which is fitted inside the monitor.
How do I know when my oil tank is low?
Using a Smart Oil Gauge is the best way to determine how much heating oil is in your fuel oil tank. The Smart Oil Gauge works extremely well when the tank is low, and will give a countdown of days until the level will be at 1/4 or 1/8.
How do you know if you run out of heating oil?
Most fuel oil tanks are equipped with a float-style gauge. This type of gauge gives a general indication of how full the fuel oil tank is. Look at the red disk inside the plastic vial to determine the level. If the disc is above the 1/8 mark, you may still have oil in the tank.
What is a digital oil monitor?
A digital monitoring system remotely monitors your fuel level and sends you the information. You can have the ability to glance at your oil levels from the comfort of your own home – without ever leaving the couch.
How much oil do I have left in my tank?
The helpful charts below will help get the answers you need! The most common oil tank holds 275 gallons of heating oil. With this in mind, use the gauge on your tank and the chart below to estimate how many gallons of heating oil is in your tank….How much heating oil is in my tank?
| Tank Gauge Reading | Gallons Remaining Approximate |
|---|---|
| 7/8 | 34 |
How long will 100 gallons of oil last in winter?
If your oil tank size is 100 gallons, then your tank will last two-and-a-half days (100-gallon tank / 40.8 gallons = 2.45 days).