User's Manual

6 Common Causes of Leaks
If the leak indicator is flashing or continuously on, the E-Coder)R900 is indicating that a possible leak may
exist. Leaks can result from various circumstances. To better help you identify a possible leak, the
following table contains some common causes of leak problems that can occur:
Table 3: Possible Leaks
Possible Cause of Leak
Intermittent Leak
Continuous Leak
Outside faucet, garden or sprinkler system leaking
Toilet valve not sealed properly
Toilet running
Faucet in kitchen or bathrooms leaking
Ice-maker leaking
Soaker hose in use
Leak between the water meter and the house.
Washing machine leaking
Dishwasher leaking
Hot water heater leaking
Watering yard for more than eight hours
Continuous pet feeder
7 How to tell if water is in use
To determine if water is in use, complete the following steps:
1 Check the flow indicator, by watching for two minutes.
2 Determine the following conditions:
• If the arrow is Flashing, then water is running very slowly.
• If the arrow is continuous ON, water is running.
• If the arrow does not flash, water is not running.
8 What to do if there is a Leak
The following checklist can be helpful if the E-Coder leak indicator shows a possible leak:
Water-cooled air conditioner or heat pump
Filling a swimming pool
Any continuous use of water for 24 hours
Table 4: Checklist for Leaks
Check all faucets for possible leaks.
Check all toilets and toilet valves.
Check the ice maker and water dispenser.
Check the yard and surrounding grounds for a wet spot or indication of a pipe leaking.
Table 3: Possible Leaks
Possible Cause of Leak
Intermittent Leak
Continuous Leak