PIoT Field Installation

Danger

Sumps contain water. When dealing with power, make sure to keep moisture away from the Raspberry Pi and its power adapter; furthermore, position the Raspberry Pi so that it will not fall in the water. Only the sensor should be placed over the sump. The Raspberry Pi should be positioned so that it will not fall in the water.

Use the Velcro purchased as part of the field installation. Place Velcro on the bottom of the Raspberry Pi and the breadboard containing the distance sensor. Aim the sensor at the bottom of the sump, and attach the breadboard to the side of the sump using the Velcro. Apply the Velcro generously to ensure that the breadboard does not fall into the sump. Secure the Raspberry Pi outside of the sump using the Velcro, so that it does not fall into the sump. Make sure there is enough slack in the jumper wires between the breadboard and the Raspberry Pi. Connect the power to the Raspberry Pi, making sure that the Raspberry Pi and its power adapter will not make contact with moisture.

Congratulations! You should now have a working sump pump monitor.

PIoT Sump Pump Monitor Field Installation