Use and Care Manual

Operation and Installation Instructions for FloodMaster Water
Heater Leak Detection Alarm/Shut-Off Systems – Model RS-094
The RS-094 series of Feed Water (Water Heater) Leak Detection and Shut-Off Systems is designed to monitor
and respond immediately to water leaks. When a sensor comes in contact with as little as a 1/16th of an inch
of water (or any other conductive liquid), it will automatically sound an audible alarm and close the valve to
shut down the water feed line, thus mitigating damage caused by an undetected water leak. The unit also
provides output signal capabilities (SPDT Relay Output Contact) for connection to a home security panel or for
use with an appropriate relay to control a secondary device, such as a pump.
Output signal connections:
Normally Closed Circuit – Terminal Pins 3 & 4 Normally Open Circuit – Terminal Pins 4 & 5
The kit includes the receiver with on-board audible alarm, a full port lead free (ANSI/NSF 61 Annex G) shut-off valve, 110 VAC power supply and leak detection
sensor. Additional sensors can be added where a wider area of leak detection is required (additional sensors sold separately).
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
(FloodMaster recommends that installations be completed by a licensed plumber to ensure that all local code requirements are followed).
1. Turn off the water supply feed line to the water heater.
2. Thread the valve body into the feed water line after the manual shut-off. Apply pipe sealant or Teflon
®
tape
to the NPT threads and tighten.
3. The receiver connector comes pre-wired with basic connections to the power supply and the sensor. Using an appropriate
screwdriver, make any additional electrical connections as may be desired for output contacts or additional sensors per
the diagram provided. (Note: additional sensors can be connected to either 6 & 7 or 8 & 9, as wiring space allows.)
• Snap the terminal wiring block into the receiver housing at the mating slot provided.
4. Secure the valve body in one hand and snap the receiver into place on the valve body mounting pad.
(Note: Improper alignment of the valve stem may interfere with proper receiver mounting. If any resistance is encountered, confirm the witness mark on the valve
stem is in alignment with the ports of the valve. Use an appropriate hand tool, such as pliers, to clamp down on the valve stem and turn in the appropriate direction
until the desired position is achieved).
5. Plug the power transformer into an 120 VAC wall outlet; the green Power indicator light on the receiver will turn on.
6. Function Test the system as follows:
a. Place the sensor on a wet paper towel.
b. The audible alarm will sound and the valve will rotate to the closed position.
c. The red Valve Closed LED will turn on when the valve is completely closed (approximately 45-second cycle time). Open a hot water faucet and inspect for
absence of water flow. There should be no flow.
d. Remove the sensor puck from the paper towel, dry the contact points and place the sensor puck back in the desired location on the floor.
e. Press and release the Reset Button on the receiver to open the valve and begin the flow of water again (approximately 45 seconds to fully open position).
The green Power indicator light will flash once to indicate the reset process has begun.
f. Open a hot water faucet and inspect for water flow.
OPERATION:
In the event the system activates, locate the source of the leak, remove the sensor from the water and dry the metal contacts on the bottom. Correct the problem
causing the leak and replace the sensor in the desired leak detection location once again as required. Press and release the reset button on the
receiver to open the valve and begin the flow of water again. The green Power indicator light on the receiver will flash once to confirm the reset.
MAINTENANCE:
We recommend an annual test of the unit to ensure proper function. See Function Test instructions above. At a minimum, users should exercise (press and release)
the reset button on the receiver annually to ensure correct operation and to maintain product warranty status.
EMERGENCY MANUAL OPERATION OF THE VALVE:
The unit is equipped with an emergency feature for the manual rotation of the valve. This can be accomplished by disengaging the actuator from the valve and
manually changing the valve to open or closed as follows:
1. Unplug the unit from the 120 VAC wall outlet.
2. Stabilize the water feed line by grabbing it in one hand near the valve, while grasping the actuator housing in the other hand, pull the actuator housing away from
the water feed line.
3. Using an appropriate hand tool, such as a pliers, clamp down on valve stem and turn in the appropriate direction until the desired position is achieved. Note the top
of the stem is slotted to indicate valve position (in line with water flow would indicate open valve; slot across water line would indicate closed valve).
4. Before remounting the actuator, return the valve to the original position prior to the manual rotation.
5. Remount the actuator and plug into 120 VAC wall outlet.
6. Test for correct operation per the Function Test listed above.
Installation Manual
RS-094
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