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Instructions for Model
SS-1
Water Alert
®
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
Refer to Figure 1. The SS-1 is activated by liquid bridging the adjustable sensors (A & A). The unit can detect
water film from zero height, (sensors turned out to make contact with the floor), to 1/8" height, (sensors turned
all the way in). The units are factory adjusted to activate with 1/32" water film height which is satisfactory for
most applications. The pads B1, B2, B3 provide a gap between the case and the surface to admit water under
the unit for detection. CAUTION: If the pads are removed, the unit may form a seal with the surface and prohibit
the sensors from detecting water. If desired, the self-adhesive pad feature may be used by peeling off the thin
protective layer from each pad. The unit will remain in place when located on the mounting surface. Replace-
ment pads are available from Dorlen at no charge.
Figure 1
NOTE:
Although the two sensors (A & A) may be adjusted to make contact with the surface, it is recommended
that a small gap be set between the sensors and the surface so undesired activation, caused by damp-
ness or dirt film, does not occur.
WHEN WATER FILM FORMS
A BRIDGE BETWEEN SEN-
SORS (A&A), WATER ALERT
IS ACTIVATED.
A
A
A
A
FLOOR
B2
B1
FLOOR
Remote alarm enclosure
50' of wire (furnished)
SILENCE
ALERT
ACTIVATED
- Used in applications requiring a single detector and remote
alarm. Often used in noisy or unattended areas.
Powering options -
- 9v Alkaline Battery (Qty.2)
- PS-3 Power Supply (Pg. 25- catalog)
- Voltage Module (Pg. 26- catalog)
Audible alarm -
- 85db @ 3 feet
- 1.5 day alarm duration
(Battery Operation)
Remote alarm
-
- 85db @3 feet w/ silence switch
- 9/16” Red lamp
- Wall Mounted 6”x3”x2” enclosure
- 50' Cable included
Power draw -
- 40ma @ 9vdc (activated)
Warranty -
- 5 Year Limited, Made in USA
Water Alert detector provides local and remote alarms
when activated.
(Model
XSS-1
when using optional Sensor Cable)