Use and Care Manual

SK606
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WATER DETECTOR
Leaks can go undetected for hours or days from: Appliances, ruptured hot
water tanks, overflowing sinks, tubs and toilets, leaky roofs, burst pipes,
sewer backup, and heavy rainfall.
IDEAL Flood & Overflow alarms can provide early warning to minimize
costly damage from leaks or floods.
The Ideal Security SK606 Water Detector functions as a stand alone
device. It has a built-in 105 dB alarm and 90 dB chime. It does not connect
to other IDEAL wireless devices.
This is a battery operated detector, no wiring is required.
NOTE: The sensor must be protected from the elements, temperatures
below -10°C (14°F) may cause batteries to freeze or operate ineffectively.
DESCRIPTION OF COMPONENTS
1. Water sensor probe
2. Water sensor probe wire
3. Alarm / Chime / ON - OFF switch
4. Alarm
FEATURES
• Detects water and activates either a 105 dB alarm or a pleasant chime.
• 2 m (6’) long sensor cable
• Operates using 9V battery (not included)
• Low power consumption - long battery life
• Battery low indication: The unit will beep every 2 minutes
when the battery is week.
SET UP AND INSTALLATION
1. Slide open the battery
compartment cover and insert
a 9V battery (not included).
2. Determine a spot for the sensor
(near sump pumps, hot water tanks,
washing machines, dishwashers, sinks, toilets).
Place the sensor probe flat or use the suction cup if the surface is smooth.
Place the the alarm where it will be protected. It may be mounted in a
permanent manner using the screws provided.
NOTE: To avoid false alarms do not place the sensor contacts directly
on humid concrete.
3. Once sensor location is chosen move the slide switch to either ALARM
or CHIME to turn the unit on. Wait (about 30 seconds) for activation BEEP.
The unit is now in standby mode.
4. Test the unit by placing the sensor in water. The built in alarm will sound
continuously when exposed to water until the battery is exhausted. The
alarm will reset when water is no longer detected.
NOTE: The alarm is very loud, never put the system close to your ear.
NOTE: If The water sensor sends no signals when wet make sure that
the metal contacts on the sensor are not corroded. Gently scrape the
contacts with a sharp knife to expose clean metal.
IMPORTANT NOTES
1. False triggers may be caused by placing the sensor on humid concrete.
Changing the location of the sensor probe can remedy the problem.
2. We recommend the battery be replaced twice annually.
3. For the most up to date installation instructions and trouble shooting
information consult our web site: www.idealinc.com
4. The detector can provide valuable protection for your home and
property if utilized properly. However, this unit cannot guarantee
complete protection from water damage. Therefore, we cannot be
responsible for any losses or damages which may occur.
WARRANTY
This unit is warranted to be free of defective materials and workmanship
for a period of one year from date of purchase. In case of malfunction, this
unit will be replaced at no charge by Ideal Security Inc. Return the product
postage paid, along with your sales slip to Ideal Security Inc., 7585 Cordner
Street, LaSalle, QC, Canada H8N 2R5. Warranty begins on date of consumer
purchase. Replacement as described above shall be the sole remedy to the
consumer and there shall be no liability on the part of Ideal Security Inc. for
any special, indirect, incidental or consequential damages, including but not
limited to any loss of business or profits whether or not foreseeable.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Thank you for your purchase.
We are dedicated to customer service and will work to resolve any
difficulties to ensure customer satisfaction.
If you have any questions about the setup or function of this product, please
call us before returning this product to the point of purchase.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.idealinc.com
6’
2 m
1
4
3
2
(Fig 1)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of industry Canada.
1. this device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Warning: Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Contacts
Scratch the
2 metal contacts
4-5 times
9V