Installing the FL
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Care@Home™ Flood Detector User Guide
2.
Installing the FL
To install the FL:
Ensure you have the required items
Determine the best location for the FL
Set up the FL
Test the FL
2.1.
Required Items
Ensure you have the following:
Flat screwdriver
Cutter tool, thin pliers, or a similar tool
One 3 V CR123A lithium battery
2.2.
Determining the Best Location
Install the FL in locations where flooding is possible such as:
In the kitchen, under the sink
Near the washing machine
In the bathroom, near the bathtub
Near the water heater
Consider the following when selecting a mounting position for the FL:
A flat vertical surface for the transmitter
A flat horizontal surface for the sensor
A clean, dry, and smooth surface for both components
Attach the transmitter onto a nearby wall or furniture item
Attach the sensor directly onto the flood zone.
