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Series WDS-PV and LFWDS-PV

FloodSafe

®

 Water Detector Shutoff

Sizes:  

3

 ⁄

4

" and 1" (20 and 25mm)

Please read all instructions, identify all components and read all warnings prior to beginning the installation of this product.
This product is intended to prevent catastrophic water damage in the event of a water heater leak. 

Please Note: 

During an emergency operating condition, the temperature and pressure relief valve installed on your water heater can 

discharge an excessive amount of water.  It is designed to protect your home or business from the potential danger of explosion. Upon 

detection of this discharged water, the FloodSafe

®

 Water Detector Shutoff shuts off both the supply of water and the source of power 

(gas, oil or electricity) to the water heater, preventing a very dangerous situation.
The FloodSafe

®

 Water Detector Shutoff also contains an audible & visual alarm and contacts for monitored alarm systems. It is a reset-

table device and can be tested at any time to ensure proper operation.

Parts Included

Important Note: 

Thermostat wiring is required and must be supplied by the installer.

Planning Your Installation:

The Water Detector Shutoff should be installed within 6 to 12 inches of the water heater on the cold water inlet supply pipe.

The Control Unit, which houses the circuitry for the operation of the valve, contains interlocking connectors for the Water Detector Pad, 

the Power Supply and remote alarm and the Power Cutout Module. The cables provided should not be cut or extended; therefore, 

remote installation is not recommended.
The Water Detector Pad supplied with the Water Detector Shutoff should be located as close to the water heater as possible. It is not 

necessary to remove the cover of the Control Unit to install the interconnecting cables. 

Flooring Surface:

 

 Dirt flooring –

 A metal or plastic drain pan must be installed under the water heater. Position the Water Detector Pad inside the 

drain pan.

 

 Cement floor – 

Install the Water Dam provided with the Water Detector Shutoff installation kit around the outside diameter of the 

water heater. Position the Water Detector Pad inside the Water Dam.

 

 Attic installation – 

A metal or plastic drain pan must be installed under the water heater. Position the Water Detector Pad inside 

the drain pan.

Please be certain to follow all local codes when installing this device.

IS-WDS-PV

Control Unit

Power Cutout Module

Power Supply

Water Detector Pad

Water Dam

Pocket Screwdriver

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Summary of Contents for FloodSafe WDS-PV

Page 1: ...ld be installed within 6 to 12 inches of the water heater on the cold water inlet supply pipe The Control Unit which houses the circuitry for the operation of the valve contains interlocking connectors for the Water Detector Pad the Power Supply and remote alarm and the Power Cutout Module The cables provided should not be cut or extended therefore remote installation is not recommended The Water ...

Page 2: ...it to install the interconnecting cables To remove an interlocking cable use the supplied Pocket Screwdriver to depress the tab on the cable while pulling cable from its socket Figure 4 Important Interconnecting wires must not touch or be in close proximity to any flame or hot surface a If no drain pan exists install the Water Dam around the perimeter of the water heater The Water Dam can be cut s...

Page 3: ...y to the water heater The water heater should operate normally Test the System Prior to Leaving the Installation 1 Place enough water in the drain pan or Water Dam to actuate the Water Detector Shutoff 2 Upon actuation the following should take place a Power to the water heater should shut off immediately b The water supply to the water heater should shut off immediately The valve position indicat...

Page 4: ...PLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE The remedy described in the first paragraph of this warranty shall constitute the sole and exclusive remedy for breach of warranty and the Company shall not be responsible for any incidental special or consequential damages including without limitation lost profits or the cost of repai...

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