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Application

The Taco LeakBreaker

is a leak detection and water shutoff

device. It is designed to detect a water leak and shutoff the incom-

ing water supply to a water heater. It is suitable for use with many

other water appliances that have a 3/4" (or smaller) connection

requiring leak protection.

Ease of Installation / Operation

The valve can be installed in either vertical or horizontal piping and

in any direction or orientation. LeakBreaker consists of a control

panel, full port electrically actuated ball valve, floor sensor and

is powered by batteries, AC adaptor or both. The components

are connected with easy to use plug in quick connects. A multi-

function LED on the control module identifies the current state of

the LeakBreaker and aides with troubleshooting.

Valve Installation

1. Shut off the main water supply.

2. Open a fixture nearest the water heater to relieve water pressure.

3. Install the LeakBreaker valve into the cold water supply to the

water heater.

Actuator Removal and Installation

1. Actuator Removal: Remove the valve actuator prior to solder-

ing by pushing in and holding the release clip at the front of the

actuator and lifting upward approximately 3 ⁄4" (see Figure A).

To re-assemble the actuator to the valve body: Position actu-

ator such that the “D” shaped valve stem aligns properly with

the “D” shaped actuator drive cavity. (Note: The “D” shaped

stem design allows for correct insertion every time.) Next, slide

the valve stem into the actuator cavity, push in and hold the

release clip until the actuator slips over the valve locking posts

(see Figure A). Once the actuator is flush to the valve body, let

go of the release clip. Using very little force, try to take the

actuator off of the valve body without using the release clip.

Both locking posts should be firmly attached to the actuator. If

the actuator slides up the stem, repeat the assembly process.

Instruction Sheet

LeakBreaker

102-506

SUPERSEDES: July 27, 2017

EFFECTIVE: March 1, 2018

Plant ID No. 001-4237

Warning: Never place any body parts or objects

into the valve opening, doing so may result in severe

injury!

Wall mounted

control

Floor sensor

Step 2:

Move actuator upward

approximately 3/4”

Step 1:

Push in and hold release clip

at the front of the actuator

Locking Post

Fig. A

Actuator Removal

Note: Depending on your piping system, additional fittings not

supplied with this product may be required.

CAUTION: If using a threaded to sweat adaptor on

the valve installation, the actuator must be removed

from the valve body before soldering (see instructions

for removing actuator). The ball valve must be in the full open

position before soldering. The valve is shipped in the closed

position. Use of a solder with a melting point below 600°F is

recommended. Do not overheat! Make sure the ball valve is in

the FULL OPEN position during soldering. Direct flame tip away

from the center of the valve. Cool valve quickly with a wet cloth.

Caution: Installation should only be performed by qual-

ified persons familiar with normal plumbing practices.

These instructions should be considered in addition to

local codes. Consult your local authority regarding any instruc-

tions contradictory to code requirements.

LeakBreaker

is a registered trademark of Taco Comfort Solutions

®.

Note: A vacuum breaker and/or expansion tank should be

installed in the cold water line. Check local plumbing codes for

appropriate placement of vacuum breaker and expansion tanks.

Under certain conditions water may continue to leak from the

tank, however, no additional water will be added.

Summary of content (8 pages)

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Instruction Sheet SUPERSEDES: July 27, 2017 Plant ID No. 001-4237 LeakBreaker ® Application The Taco LeakBreaker ® is a leak detection and water shutoff device. It is designed to detect a water leak and shutoff the incoming water supply to a water heater. It is suitable for use with many other water appliances that have a 3/4" (or smaller) connection requiring leak protection.
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Control Panel and Wiring 1. Press the tabs on the side of the control panel and pull apart to separate the front panel from the back panel. 2. Using the hardware provided, mount the back of the control panel in a location close enough to the water heater so that both the actuator and sensor wiring can be connected to the control panel. 3. If the sensor is to be installed in a metal pan or on a damp surface, insert the four (4) feet provided into the four (4) holes on the corners of the sensor.
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. Setup Wi-Fi Network Connection NOTE: The following types of Wi-Fi Security Modes are supported by the radio in the LeakBreaker: 1. Open 2. WEP 3. WPA/WPA2-Personal (PSK / Passphrase) a. Using a phone, tablet, or computer with Wi-Fi capabilities, search for available Wi-Fi networks. b. Select the network Leakbreaker_xxxx Note: ‘xxxx’ represents the last 4 digits of the device serial number. Fig. C i.
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Testing Your Installation 1. Press the open button on the front panel to open the valve, watch the indicator on the top of the valve to make sure the valve rotates to the open position, press the close button to close the valve and watch the indicator on the top of the valve to make sure the valve rotates to the closed position. Front panel 2. Close any open fixtures and open any shut-off valves that were closed during the installation of the valve. Make sure there are no leaks. Press Open EN OP 3.
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DIMENSIONS (FOR REFERENCE PURPOSES) 4 7/8 High Performance Engineered Polymer Body High Performance Engineered Polymer Valve 4 3/8 1 9/16 3 1/8 ADDITIONAL & REPAIR PARTS Description LeakBreaker Sensor Includes 3' of Additional Wire Actuator 7240-005RP Control Box 7240-006RP Power Supply 7240-008RP Control Box with eLink (Wi-Fi) High Performance Internally Lubricated Engineered Polymer Body Forged Brass Press Ring Brass Stem 7/8 7240-004RP Body Gears 3 1/2 7240-LB1 Control Panel A
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Multi-Function LED and Troubleshooting (Red Status Lights): This troubleshooting table is intended as a helpful guide and is not all inclusive. There could be other causes and solutions for a non-functioning product. Only the most prominent error displays. Once addressed, the next error code will show.
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CAUTION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.