Stand Dezember 2006
GB
Radio water alarm
Carefully read the operating instructions before using!
Dependable early warning in case of water damage is
only ensured if this water alarm is used in accordance
with the following instructions.
Introduction
With Free-control, you can easily and comfortably switch
your electrical devices. A minimum functional radio
system always consists of a radio transmitter and a
radio receiver. With Free-control (with Logo:
), all
transmitters can be linked to all receivers, except for
devices with the following article numbers xxxx.xxx1.x
(with Logo:
control
).
Area of application
Prevent or reduce water damage by detecting water
leakage early.
This water alarm is designed solely for use in private
households.
Our recommendations
Install one water alarm per water connection.
Water alarms only trigger when entering water reaches
them.
Everything that prevents water from reaching the
sensors could delay or even prevent the alarm.
You therefore achieve improved protection if one water
alarm has been installed per device that is attached to
water lines and per room, in which supply and drainage
lines are located.
Check whether the alarm is loud enough to warn you
in time in case of potential danger.
If necessary, install an additional
warning device to pass on the alarm.
Talk to an expert: Your plumber will tell you how to best
protect yourself.
How do you avoid false alarms?
You should not use the water alarm near open flames
or in kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and dusty rooms.
These environments disrupt the proper function of the
water alarm.
False alarms can then occur.
What is the procedure for installation and use?
Free-control water alarms are simple to install
(Illustration 2).
The moisture sensors are located 0.5 mm from the floor
(Illustration 4.1).
First, select a suitable installation site.
The moisture sensor can be extended if needed
(Illustration 4.1).
This makes it possible to position the water alarm higher
(e.g. suspend it) to protect it from water entry.
Open the battery compartment on the back.
Place the appropriate 9V block battery in the battery
compartment (Illustration 6) and ensure correct battery
contact.
We recommend that you:
a) first test the water alarm for proper function, before
beginning programming.
b) repeat this test process regular, once a week
c) clean the water alarm every 6 months
d) do not paint the water alarm lid or block the opening
slits with wallpaper, etc.
How can you test the water alarm for proper function?
Trigger the test alarm by manual activation.
For this, press the test/program key for about 1 second
(Illustration 3).
This test alarm checks the proper function of the water
alarm.
The siren should now sound and the red LED should
illuminate for 2 seconds (Illustration 2).
We recommend immediately replacing the water alarm
if this does not happen.
The water alarm is now ready for operation.
You can begin programming when the water alarm has
been successfully tested.
What happens in case of alarm?
The water alarm detects the water leak.
The siren sounds and the red LED blinks.
If you have connected the water alarm to other Free-
control alarms and receivers via the radio path, these
are also switched on (Illustration 14).
If these are within radio range of the triggering device.
How are the alarms switched off again?
a) The water alarm automatically switches off when no
more water is detected.
b) If the water alarm has been connected to additional
alarms via radio path, these alarms switch off
automatically after approximately 30 seconds.
(Illustration 7). The alarms are switched on again
by the water alarm if water is still detected.
c) or you press the test/program key of the water alarm
(Illustration 3) to switch it off.
Note regarding manual switch-off:
If the water alarm
still detects water, a manual switch-off is possible, but
the water alarm will trigger again shortly and switch on
all other devices again.
How are other Free-control receivers switched off again?
To switch off other receivers, such as flush-mounted
receivers, lamp socket, etc., use a separate transmitter
(for example manual transmitter with master key "0")
(Illustration 1).
How do you perform programming?
These instructions are in effect for all Home protection
alarms (smoke alarm, water alarm, gas alarm, carbon
monoxide alarm, heat alarm).
For this, press the test/program key (Illustration 3) of
the water alarm for longer than 2 seconds.
This switches on the programming mode for 90 seconds.
A red, illuminated LED (Illustration 2) indicates that the
programming mode is active.
The programming mode is exited automatically after
90 seconds.
The red LED begins to blink with a 60 second rhythm.
How can you connect Free-control alarms to one another
via radio path (program)?
Up to 32 alarms can be connected to one another via
radio path.
We recommend arranging all of your alarms for the
programming procedure beforehand so that you can
activate all of the desired alarm within 90 seconds
without being pressed for time.
Now, activate the programming mode for all desired
alarms (Illustration 7) within 90 seconds.
For this, you must press the test/program key of all
alarms for longer than 2 seconds (Illustration 3).
Example: Press the test/program key of the first alarm
for longer than 2 seconds, then the second alarm, etc.,
until you have switched on all of the desired alarms
within 90 seconds.
All of the alarms you have activated are now
automatically connected to one another by means of
the radio path.
The single blinking of the red LED signals the successful
completion of the programming procedure (Illustration 2).
In ready condition, the red LED blinks approximately
every 60 seconds (Illustration 2).
How can you connect additional alarms to the existing
alarms?
Repeat the programming procedure as described above.
New alarms are automatically connected to existing
alarms via radio path.
What do you do if the programming procedure was not
successful?
Check the troubleshooting items.
As a precautionary measure, delete all program
memories and repeat the programming as described.
What combinations can you create with radio
transmission:
a) All alarms can be connected to one another via radio
(Illustration 7).
Example: If a water alarm in the basement (for example,
in the heating room) triggers, you are also safely
awakened by the water alarm in your bedroom.
b) All alarms can be connected to the telephone dialer
via radio (Illustration 9).
Example: If a water alarm (for example, on the washing
machine) triggers, you are informed of this occurrence
worldwide by means of the telephone dialer.
c) All alarms can be connected to the alarm/central
station via radio (Illustration 8).
Example: If water alarms have triggered during your
absence, you can record the status of the alarm
notifications so that these can be played back.
d) All alarms can be connected to the radio-receivers
of Home-comfort via radio (Illustrations 10, 11).
Example: If a water alarm triggers, the light can be
switched on simultaneously.
For installation and programming instructions, see also
the operating instructions of the respective Free-control
devices.
What happens when voltage is lost, such as during a
battery change?
The programming that you have performed is retained
even after loss of voltage.
The red LED goes out.
Note that the water alarm no longer transmits a radio
signal if voltage is lost completely.
How can you delete the programming again?
For this, press the test/program key for longer than 10
seconds (Illustration 3).
After this time, the red LED (Illustration 3) will blink
briefly and then go out.
This signals that the program memory of the alarm
device has been completely deleted.
When does the battery need to be changed?
Every 60 seconds, a brief alarm tone will sound and the
LED's will begin to blink when the battery voltage gets
too low.
At the same time, the water alarm transmits a message
"Battery weak".
This "Battery weak" message is transmitted again every
24 hours.
If you use an alarm or central station, the "Battery weak"
message is received their and displayed to you.
Change the batteries within one week (Illustration 6).
Otherwise, the proper function of the water alarm can
be adversely affected.
We recommend replacing the battery once a year as a
precaution
For this, proceed as follows:
Open the battery compartment on the back.
Replace the used battery with a new one.
Place the water alarm as described above.
General instructions
No claims for the reimbursement of damages exist in
case of water damage.
Water alarms are no replacement for property or life
insurance policies.
You are responsible for ensuring that you have sufficient
insurance protection.
This water alarm is not suitable for deaf persons.
Liability or other claims, especially those for the
reimbursement of personal or material damages
occurring outside of the device due to lack of function
or faulty function, are excluded.
All transmission codes are set at the factory and cannot
be changed.
Radio receiver: 16 transmitters can be assigned per
radio receiver.
The radio signal is transmitted on a non-exclusive
frequency channel of 868 MHz.
Interference cannot be precluded.
Always note: Not suitable for security applications, such
as EMERGENCY STOP, EMERGENCY CALL.
The radio range depends upon transmission power,
interference, and construction conditions.
Follow the rules of electrical engineering. Take notice
of the technical data!
Do not make any changes to the devices.
We expressly reserve the right to make chances due to
technical progress, changes in standards, altered
manufacturing procedures, or construction changes.
Authorized for use in the EU, EFTA-member states.
Troubleshooting assistance
If your system does not work properly, please check:
Please check:
Is the battery charge still sufficient? Use a new battery.
Is the battery installed with the correct polarity? The
correct position is illustrated on the housing.
Do the terminals have contact to the battery? Bend the
contacts if necessary.
Are the contacts corroded?
Clean the contacts and insert a new battery.
Are the devices receiving voltage?
Check for the presence of voltage supply with the aid
of a voltmeter.
Are your transmitters and receivers programmed
correctly?
Delete the program memory of your receiver and perform
the programming procedure again.
Did you delete the receiver allocation and not reprogram
it?
Perform programming again.
Is the receiver within range of the transmitter?
Take the transmitter to the receiver and trigger the radio
signals. Simulate the programming procedure for this.
Slowly go away from the receiver until the receiver can
no longer receive a radio signal. If the receiver is outside
of the range of the transmitter, radio transmission is
not possible. In this case, check whether you can make
changes to your transmitter and receiver positioning.
Is there a source of interference nearby, such as a
cellular phone broadcasting antenna, etc.?
In this case, no remedial measures are possible.
Did you use rechargeable batteries instead of alkaline
batteries?
Do not use any rechargeable batteries, as this can
adversely affect function. Check the rechargeable
battery/battery label. Replace the rechargeable batteries
with the recommended battery type. Operation with
rechargeable batteries is not possible.
Is dust or dirt present in the device?
Perform an optical inspection and cleaning.
