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AWS-01 Operation
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO USER: The installation of any water detection or automatic water shut off
system does NOT guarantee water will be detected on all occasions or circumstances. Due to the variety
of environments the system can be installed, how it is maintained and types of installation, Vital Home
Systems does NOT guarantee or warrant against
water or property damage as a result of or/with the
use of this system.
Normal Operation
The AWS-01 will only detect puddling water when it contact the water probes. It does not detect
humidity. Water MUST contact the probes to actually report water. If the control panel loses
connection with the AWS-01 after 12 hours it will send a “Fault Detected” report with the sensor ID to
the user. The AWS-01 will also send a report on the condition of a low battery. When water is detected
and contacts the probe, the AWS-01 sends a “Leak Detected” report with the Sensor Zone ID. The AWS-
01 will also make a beeping noise to alert the user. If the sensor is picked up and loses contact with the
water or the alarm clears the AWS-01 will send an “Alarm Ended” report to the control panel. If a VC100
valve controller is paired with the 1050/1060 control panel and a specific AWS-01, it will be commanded
to close upon the detection of water and will not reopen until the VC100 is commanded to open on the
VC100, the 1050/1060 or remotely.
External Water Probe
To install the External water probe. Plug the jack into the right side of the AWS-01. The AWS-01 will
now sense water in two locations at the same time. If possible affix the external probe to the surface to
be monitored with 2 screws. You may also use double stick tape BUT only use thin film tape that does
not raise the external probes more than 2 millimetres off the surface.
DO NOT USE FOAM DOUBLE STICK
TAPE this increases the distance from the probe to the surface of the water you are trying to detect.
Accidental disconnect of the external probe will disable water detection by the external probe.
How to Avoid False Alarms
Place the AWS-01 and probe in a location that will not accidentally contact water or come in
contact with water while washing a floor.
Avoid placing the AWS-01 or probe on a conductive surface or carpeting
Avoid placing the AWS-01 or probe in a dusty environment
Spider webs may also cause false alarms
In the event of a false alarm. Wipe the probes with a clean dry cloth open the cover and
inspect for water damage. If required allow to dry and insert a fresh battery to see if the false
alarm clears.
Low Battery Condition
Once a “Low Battery” report is received. Replace the batteries in the AWS-01 as soon as possible, push
the button on the sensor after installation. NOTE: If the “Low Battery” report is cleared on the control
panel the user will not receive another low battery alarm. Do not clear the alarm on the control panel
until the AWS-01 batteries have been replaced.
