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Selection of WaterCop

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

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.)

NOTICE

Installation must be minimum of 18 inches downstream

of a water meter, if water meter is inside the premises.

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.

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

operate

during

power outage.

Installation Sites

requires household electrical

Suggested Locations

• Washing Machines

• Dishwashers

• Kitchen Sinks

• Bathroom Sinks

• Pipes that are prone to freezing (Freeze sensors are

also available)

The transmitter in the flood sensor and the receiver in

the WaterCop

not

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

The normal position of the valve is open to allow full

flow throughout the plumbing system. WaterCop

full port ball valve which does not restrict the flow

capacity of your plumbing system. The indicator lights

on the face of the WaterCop

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

• Toilets

• Icemakers/Refrigerators

• Automatic Humidifiers

• Water Heaters

communicate by radio frequency. The

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System

will show the position of

is a