Suggested Locations
• Washing Machines
• Toilets
• Dishwashers
• Icemakers/Refrigerators
• Kitchen Sinks
• Automatic Humidifiers
• Bathroom Sinks
• Water Heaters
• Pipes that are prone to freezing (Freeze sensors are
also available)
The transmitter in the flood sensor and the receiver in
the WaterCop
®
communicate by radio frequency. The
smaller the distance between them, the stronger the
signal will be. The maximum transmission distance is
somewhat dependent upon the building layout and
type of construction, but will be in the 150'-200' range.
The transmitter (attached to the sensor) 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 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 adhe-
sive tape. To avoid damage to transmitters and to pro-
vide for the strongest signal possible, the transmitter
portion of the fllood sensor should be mounted in a
convenient location (on the wall, in a cabinet, closet,
etc.) two to three feet above the floor (see illustration
on page 4). (See Installation section for details on sen-
sor installation
.
)
Flood Sensor Battery Life
High quality alkaline "AA" batteries are recommended.
Under normal conditions (standby mode) the batteries
should last about one year. Each transmitter has a low
battery signal (audible chirp). Replace batteries at
least annually or when low battery signal is detected.
Re-test each unit in its regular location (see installation
manual). If you are away from home for long periods of
time, transmitters should be tested upon your return to
ensure proper function
.
Operating the WaterCop
®
System
The normal position of the valve is open to allow full
flow throughout the plumbing system. WaterCop
®
is a
full port ball valve which does not restrict the flow
capacity of your plumbing system. The indicator lights
on the face of the WaterCop
®
will show the position of
the valve.
If the valve is in the closed position (the red light will be
lit), press "open" and the valve will move to the open
position (green indicator will light).
When water comes in direct contact with a flood sen-
sor, an RF (radio frequency) signal is transmitted to the
WaterCop
®
and the valve closes, turning off the water
source to protect the building from additional water
damage. The red indicator light will signal that the
valve is now in the closed position, and that you need
enabling them to be
located anywhere a
leak is likely to occur,
or where water might
cause damage. The
WaterCop
®
requires
household electrical
power (common 115
VAC, grounded out-
let) and will not
operate during a
power outage.
Selection of WaterCop
®
Installation Sites
The WaterCop
®
valve should be installed in the main
water line just downstream from the main shut-off valve
in your home. The
front control panel
of the
WaterCop
®
should be easily visible in order to see
what position the valve is in (open/closed). It should
also be easily accessible for resetting after a leak has
been detected and the water supply has been shut off.
While the WaterCop
®
is completely supported by the
piping in your plumbing system when it is installed,
placement of the valve should ensure that the housing
is protected from use as a step or from other excessive
loads. The WaterCop
®
requires household electrical
power, and the provided power cord must be plugged
into a properly grounded power source (115 VAC). Do
not use an extension cord.
The shut-off valve must be
installed indoors
• In the main water line;
• In place of or just dowstream
from the main water shut-off
valve;
• In a dry location;
• Where it is accessible for
checking and resetting the
valve and for resetting the radio
receiver code, if necessary.
• Where the case is protected
from use as a step or from
other excessive loads.
Local electrical and plumbing codes should be
consulted to ensure that the installation is in com-
plete compliance. (See Installation section for
details.)
Placement of Flood Sensors
Each WaterCop
®
can support an unlimited number of
flood sensors. Additional sensors may be added at any
time. A sensor consists of a transmitter (a rectangular
box with an antenna) and a sensor probe (a small disc
at the end of the wire, with two short gold prongs pro-
truding from one side). Flood sensors should be placed
in locations where leaks are most likely to occur.
2
Installation must be minimum of 18 inches downstream
of a water meter, if water meter is inside the premises.
NOTICE
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