Installation Guide
Important!
Adherence to all local and municipal building, plumbing
and electrical codes as they pertain to the installation
of the WaterCop
®
System is of utmost importance.
Codes in some areas may require that a licensed
plumber be employed to do the installation, or that the
proper permits be obtained prior to any installation.
Even if local codes do not require a licensed plumber
to do the installation, it is necessary that the installer
has a professional level of competence in both
plumbing and electrical skills to perform the
installation. These instructions assume this level of
knowledge and skill. If in doubt, use a licensed
professional.
Pre-installation Testing of WaterCop
®
Although each unit is pre-tested at the factory, it is
highly recommended that the unit be tested prior to
installation to ensure proper operation in your home.
Operating the valve before connecting to the water line
will not damage it. Use caution!
•
The valve closes with enough force to cut off a
finger.
•
Be extremely careful to keep fingers and other
items out of the valve.
•
Always use a grounded (3-prong) electrical outlet.
Manually Test the Valve
To test your WaterCop
®
system, gently pull the safety
plugs out from each end of the valve. Check the
position of the valve by looking in either threaded end.
In the open position, you will be able to see through the
valve; in the closed position only the shiny surface of
the ball will be visible. Place the base of the housing
on a sturdy surface, as close as feasibly possible to the
location where it will be permanently installed. Plug the
WaterCop
®
power cord into a nearby grounded 115
VAC outlet. The valve position indicator lights should
now correspond to the actual position you noticed.
Green = Open. Red = Closed. Grasp both sides of the
housing (not the valve) with the valve pointing away
from you for safety. Being very careful not to have your
fingers or other objects near the valve openings, press
the colored circle just below the unlit indicator light. You
will hear the motor change the valve position. Again,
look into the threaded end of the valve to verify that the
valve has changed position.
If it appears that the
valve has not turned from one position to the
other, DO NOT try to reposition the valve yourself
by inserting any tool or fingers into the valve.
Operate the valve several more times from open to
close, checking each time for proper positioning. If you
are experiencing trouble getting the valve to open and
shut, call the installation help line listed on the back
cover.
Manually Test the Flood Sensors
Each flood sensor is a battery-operated (or AC adapt-
able) radio transmitter. The units are shipped without
batteries. Two fresh "AA" alkaline batteries or optional
flood sensor AC adaptors are needed to power each
unit. To install batteries, remove the battery cover
retaining screws and cover located on the front of the
sensor, and install batteries in accordance with the (+
and –) placement guide. Reinstall cover and screws.
Follow suggestions found in the section titled
"Placement of Flood Sensors" for recommendations
where WaterHounds should be placed. Locate a wall
near the area you choose to monitor. Avoid high traffic
areas where cord or sensor could be stepped on or
kicked. Mount transmitter at a convenient location on
the wall, two to three feet above the floor. This will help
avoid damage to the sensor and provide a strong
signal. Use hook and loop fastener included with the
unit.
1.
Following all safety precautions, make sure that the
WaterCop
®
is plugged in and the valve is in the
5
Installation must be minimum of 18 inches downstream
of a water meter, if water meter is inside the premises.
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