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The transmitter in the wireless sensors and the receiver
in the Water Control Panel communicate by radio
frequency. The smaller the distance between them,
the stronger the signal will be. Transmission distance is
somewhat dependent upon the building layout and the
type of construction. The transmitter (the box attached
to the sensor probe) must be kept dry. It is NOT splash
proof. Sensors should never be placed outdoors.
The sensor probe detects the water from a leak and
is completely waterproof. Sensor probes should be
placed on the floor or in areas where water would tend
to accumulate rapidly in common leak or overflow
situations. Make sure that any water from a leak will
drain toward the sensor probe, not away from it.
Avoid high traffic areas where the cord or sensor probe
could be stepped on or kicked and where children
or pets may disturb it. The sensor probe should be
placed FLAT on the floor so water can be detected
as soon as it begins to accumulate. The sensor
probe may be secured to the floor with screws. To
avoid damage to transmitters and to provide for the
strongest signal possible, the transmitter portion of
the flood sensor should be mounted in a convenient
location (on the wall, in a cabinet, closet, etc.) 2 to 3
feet above the floor (see illustration).
(See Installation section for details on sensor
installation.)
Wireless Sensor Battery Life
Fresh, high quality AA alkaline batteries are
recommended. Assuming the sensor has not detected
and transmitted a leak condition (standby mode); high
quality AA alkaline batteries should last between three
to five years. Each wireless sensor will communicate a
low battery condition to the Control Panel. In the event
the battery power reaches a critically low status, a
CLOSE signal will be transmitted to the WaterCop® valve
as a precaution. After replacing batteries, re-test each
unit in its regular location. Periodic testing of sensors is
required to monitor proper power and function.
Installation Procedure:
Indoor vs. Outdoor
Selection of WaterCop® Pro Valve
Installation Sites
The WaterCop®-ready Ball Valve should be installed
in the main water line just downstream from the main
shut-off valve in your home. The manual override
handle/position indicator should be easily accessible.
The installed WaterCop® Pro Actuator is completely
supported by the piping in your plumbing system.
The Actuator should NOT be used as a step or to
support heavy loads.
The shut-off valve must be installed:
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in the main water line;
•
in place of or just downstream from the main water
shut-off valve;
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where it is accessible;
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where the case is protected from use as a step or
from other excessive loads;
•
where it does not interfere with fire suppression
systems.
Local electrical and plumbing codes should be
consulted to ensure that the installation is in complete
compliance. (See Installation section for details.)
Review the Location and Type of Main Supply Line
The main supply line should enter the
house in either the basement or
a crawl space beneath the first floor.
The water main shut-off valve is
usually located near where the line
comes through the basement wall
or just after the water line enters
the living area from the crawl space.
In apartments, townhouses, and
manufactured housing constructions,
the water main shut-off valve can
usually be found in close proximity
to the water heater installation. The
WaterCop® Valve should be installed in
the main water line just downstream
from the main shut-off valve in your
home. The water supply must be
shut off prior to the installation of the
WaterCop® Valve.
