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Resolving Sensor Battery Drain Due to Excess Vibration
Resolving Sensor Battery Drain Due to Excess Vibration
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Written by Curtis Nash
Updated over a week ago

Resolving Sensor Battery Drain Due to Excess Vibration

Overview

This article will guide you through resolving a sensor battery drain warning caused by excessive vibration. Rapid battery drain can occur when sensors experience continuous shaking or vibration.

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Issue: Excess Vibration and Battery Drain

Symptoms:

  • Rapid battery drain in sensors.

  • Battery drain warnings displayed in the Jolt App.

Cause:

  • Excessive vibration or shaking causing the sensor to reset repeatedly, draining the battery quickly.

  • Commonly occurs when sensors are improperly installed, such as directly on a fan inside a refrigeration unit.

Sensor Model JRB 004: Shake to Send Feature

The JRB 004 sensor model includes a “Shake to Send” feature useful for troubleshooting. Shaking the sensor triggers the internal accelerometer, resetting the sensor and sending data immediately. However, improper installation can lead to frequent resets and rapid battery drain.

Best Practices to Prevent Excess Vibration

To prevent excessive vibration and battery drain, follow these installation best practices:

  1. Secure Installation:

    • Use both the carabiner and magnet to secure the sensor wherever possible.

    • If a magnetic surface is not available, use zip ties to secure the sensor. For freezers, use cold weather or freezer-grade zip ties.

  2. Optimal Placement:

    • Avoid installing sensors directly on or in front of fans, vents, motors, compressors, or other vibrating equipment.

    • Ensure sensors are not left dangling by the carabiner, which can cause them to shake with environmental vibrations.

Monitoring and Resolution

Jolt’s monitoring system detects excessive vibration and triggers a battery drain warning. If you see this warning:

  1. Review Installation:

    • Check the sensor’s installation and secure it properly as per the best practices mentioned above.

  2. Warning Reset:

    • The battery drain warning resets every 24 hours. It may take up to 24 hours for the warning to disappear after resolving the issue.

  3. Continued Issues:

    • If the warning persists after 24 hours despite following best practices, contact Jolt support for further assistance.

Contact Support

If you need additional help after implementing these solutions, please reach out to Jolt support.


Keywords: Sensor Battery Drain, Excess Vibration, Shake to Send, JRB 004 Sensor, Sensor Installation, Jolt App, Troubleshooting, Sensor Reset, Battery Drain Warning, Cold Weather Zip Ties.

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