PROTECT by LeakSmart Flow Meter Shut-off Valve System User Manual
Table of Contents Table of Contents Installation Overview: In the Box.................................................................................................................................. 4 Setup Requirements.............................................................................................................6 Important Installation Information................................................................................
In the Box: 1 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2 10 5 3 11 Valve Control Head Shut-off Valve Coupling Flow Meter Hub 3.0 Sensors (3) AA Batteries (4) AAA Batteries (9) Valve Control Head AC Power Adapter (18’ reach) Hub AC Power Adapter (6’ reach) Setup Manual 6 Not Pictured: 4 Hub 3.0 Lithium Battery (Pre-installed) 7 8 10 9 11 Note: Additional fittings may be required based on installation requirements. Encuentra nuestro manual en español en LeakSmart.
Setup Requirements Professional installation recommended. 5-year LeakSmart warranty when purchased and installed by a professional. All other purchases and installations include a 2-year warranty. To set up the LeakSmart System, you need: Important Installation Information CAUTION: • Do not install on fire suppression systems/fire sprinkler water lines. • Never place your fingers inside the Shut-off Valve or Flow Meter. • Do not grip the plastic motor drive for leverage when installing the valve.
LeakSmart Hub 3.0 Pre-Installation Customer Setup Requirements Before installing the LeakSmart Hub 3.0, the customer needs an active LeakSmart account to register the hub. The homeowner’s Wi-Fi network and password are used to activate the hub. It’s best practice to get that information before starting the installation process. LeakSmart Hub 3.0 Pre-Installation Customer Setup Requirements 5 6 7 Tap Next. Review your information and agree to the terms of use. Tap Submit to create your account.
LeakSmart Hub 3.0 Installation 1 2 LeakSmart Hub 3.0 Installation Place the hub in a location central to the other LeakSmart devices. Plug the hub 3.0 in, using the AC power adapter cord. • The hub 3.0 cannot be registered/activated on battery power; it must be plugged in. • The included lithium batteries are intended to be a backup in the event of a power outage. 3 Slide the on/off button on the back of hub to the ON position. • A solid red light on top of the hub indicates that it’s on.
Performing a Factory Reset (If Needed) LeakSmart Hub 3.0 Installation 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Log into the LeakSmart app with homeowner/customer account credentials. Tap Add Hub. Back out of - but do not close - the LeakSmart app. Open the phone or tablet settings. Open Wi-Fi settings. • The LeakSmart Hub should appear in your list of available networks as LeakSmart-XXXX. • The four-digit code is the last four digits of the MAC address of LeakSmart Hub. (You can find this number on the battery door of the Hub).
LeakSmart Hub 3.0 Installation 11 12 13 14 Connect the LeakSmart Hub 3.0 to the Home Wi-Fi Network Tap the name of the homeowner’s Wi-Fi network. (network must be 2.4GHz in order to work). Type the homeowner’s Wi-Fi password in the password field. Tap Connect. A solid blue light on top of the hub indicates that the hub is connected to the home Wi-Fi network. The hub’s LED 14 indicator will turn blue when successfully connected to the home Wi-Fi network.
Protect by LeakSmart Setup Protect by LeakSmart Setup Keep the LeakSmart valve control head connected to the shut-off valve and place it at the installation location, so you can verify that it is within communication range to the hub. Power the unit: 1 2 3 Open the LeakSmart app and tap Add Devices. For the valve control head, use a Phillips head screwdriver to open the battery compartment and install four AA batteries. Connect the jack of the 9V Supply Cord to the bottom of the valve control head.
Pair the Protect by LeakSmart to the Hub 3.0 1 2 3 4 5 Tap Next in the LeakSmart app to initialize a three-minute pairing mode. • A green light on top of the hub indicates that it’s in pairing mode. • A blue light on top of the hub indicates that the threeminute pairing mode has ended. A double blue light on the valve control head indicates that it’s ready to be paired. Tap Next in the LeakSmart app. Press and release the center button on the valve control head to pair it to the hub.
Test Local and Remote Control of the Valve Control Head Manually test that Protect by LeakSmart can communicate with the hub from the intended install location. 1 2 Press the Open button on the front of the valve control head. 1a • A steady green light on the front of the valve control head indicates the valve is open. Press the Close button on the front of the valve control head. 2a • A steady red light on the front of the valve control head indicates the valve is closed.
Protect by LeakSmart Flow Meter Shut-Off Valve Installation Pre-Installation Assembly Before starting the installation process, be sure that you have all the necessary components, fittings, and other equipment required for installation. Valve control head: remove from the shut-off valve and set aside. 1 Pre-Installation Assembly 1 2 Remove the valve control head from the shut-off valve. Set the valve control head aside to avoid potential damage.
Installation Assembly 1 2 3 4 Installation Assembly Turn off the main water supply. Locate the lowest fixture and drain the main water line (turn on the hot and cold water until no more water comes out). Install the shut-off valve/flow meter assembly. Position the shut-off valve/flow meter assembly. Shut-off valve/flow meter assembly: install at least 8” downsteam of the 3 water main manual shut-off and water meter.
Installation Assembly 5 6 7 Installation Assembly Once you’ve installed the assembly, turn on the main water valve. Plug the flow meter cable into the valve control head. With the front of the valve control head facing you, reattach the valve control head to the shut-off valve by sliding it over the motor housing until it clicks into place. • Ensure that the valve control head is firmly engaged on the shut-off valve.
Installation Assembly 10 11 Installation Assembly Press the Open button on the front of the valve control head to check the functionality. •10a A flashing green light indicates that the valve is opening. •10b A steady green light indicates that the valve is open and water will run through the valve. Turn off the lowest hot and cold fixture and check for leaks. CAUTION: • Be aware of the water hammer effect when first opening the valve.
Protect by LeakSmart Operation Validation For testing of flow meter functionality, ensure the main water is on, fixtures are closed and the valve is open. Protect by LeakSmart Operation Validation Confirm that the flow rate is at 0 gallons/minute. Turn on a hot and cold fixture. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Return to the LeakSmart app. Tap Valve to go to the valve detail screen. Tap Current Flow to open the Current Flow Rate detail screen. Confirm that the flow rate is at 0 gallons/minute.
LeakSmart Sensor Setup and Operation LeakSmart Sensor Setup and Operation Battery compartment: temporarily remove Note: To complete the setup, you will need a Phillips screwdriver, a damp cloth and a dry cloth. door using Phillips head screwdriver. 1 1 2 3 4 5 Use the Phillips head screwdriver to remove the battery compartment door from the LeakSmart Sensor. Install the three provided AAA batteries, but DO NOT REPLACE THE BATTERY DOOR.
LeakSmart Sensor Setup and Operation 6 7 8 9 10 To pair the sensor to the hub, press the black button inside the battery compartment of the LeakSmart Sensor one time. 6a • When the pairing is successful, the light on top of the sensor will blink slowly five times, and you’ll hear three quick beeps. In the LeakSmart app, watch for the total device count and the sensor count to each increase by one. With the sensor successfully paired, replace the battery compartment door.
Place and Test Sensors 1 2 3 4 5 6 Place and Test Sensors Newly paired sensors are displayed under Untested Sensors with a indicating that the sensor needs to be named, tested, and placed in its intended location. Tap on a sensor from the untested sensors list. The selected sensor will beep to identify itself. When you identify the beeping sensor, tap Ok, I have the sensor in the app. Take the sensor and a damp cloth to a location you need to monitor for water.
Place and Test Sensors 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Place and Test Sensors Press and hold the damp cloth to the gold pins on the back of the sensor to trigger a leak (it will beep). Keeping the damp cloth on the gold pins, tap My Sensor is Beeping in the app. Hold damp cloth until it displays success. Remove the damp cloth and dry the gold pins. Place the sensor flat on the floor in your desired location, with the LeakSmart logo facing up. In the LeakSmart app, set the sensor to its mode.
Alert Setup 1 2 3 Test Leak Simulation Open the LeakSmart app. Tap Alerts . Customize alerts to your preference. Now that the complete system is installed, simulate a leak to test the response. 1 2 Adding Alert Contacts 1 2 3 4 5 3 Tap Add Contact (You may add up to 20 contacts). Type contact’s name. Toggle on Email Alerts and type the contact’s email address. Toggle on Text Message alerts and type the contact’s phone number. Tap Done to save added contact(s).
Test Flow Analytics 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 FCC Compliances: Open the LeakSmart app on your phone or tablet. Tap Valve. Tap Usage Limit. Set daily limit to 1 Gallon. Tap Save. Tap Current Flow Rate. Open a faucet. Confirm that the LeakSmart app notifies you when a usage limit is reached. Close faucet. Return to the valve screen. Tap Usage Limit. Set daily limit to desired limit. Tap Save. Hub 3.
1” Item #8853101 3/4” Item #8853001 Encuentra nuestro manual en español en LeakSmart.com/support/manuals/ Register your system at LeakSmart.com/support/registration/ Troubleshooting: LeakSmartPro.com/support/troubleshooting/ LeakSmart is compatible with other smart home products. Check out LeakSmart.com/integrations WARNING This product can expose you to chemicals including lead which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.
