Dorlen SS Water Alert User manual

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Instructions for
Model SS Water Alert ®
(Model XSS when using Sensor Cable)
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
Refer to Figure 1. The SS is activated by liquid bridging the adjustable sensors (A & A). The unit can detect
water lm from zero height, (sensors turned out to make contact with the oor), to 1/8" height, (sensors turned
all the way in). The units are factory adjusted to activate with 1/32" water lm height which is satisfactory for
most applications. The pads B1, B2, B3 provide a gap between the case and the surface to admit water under
the unit for detection. CAUTION: If the pads are removed, the unit may form a seal with the surface and prohibit
the sensors from detecting water. If desired, the self-adhesive pad feature may be used by peeling o the thin
protective layer from each pad. The unit will remain in place when located on the mounting surface. Replace-
ment pads are available from Dorlen at no charge.
NOTE:
Although the two sensors (A & A) may be adjusted to make contact with the surface, it is recommended
that a small gap be set between the sensors and the surface so undesired activation, caused by damp-
ness or dirt lm, does not occur.
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CAUTION
Not For Explosive Environments!
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Figure 1
WHEN WATER FILM FORMS
A BRIDGE BETWEEN SEN-
SORS (A&A), WATER ALERT
IS ACTIVATED.
A A
AA
FLOOR
B2
B1
FLOOR
Powering options -
- 9v Alkaline Battery (Qty.1)
- PSW-3 Power Supply (Catalog Pg. 25)
- Voltage Module (Catalog Pg. 26)
Model SS Bottom View
5 YEAR
LIMITED
WARRANTY
See catalog or price
list for details

Instructions for
Model SS Water Alert ®
B1 B2
B3
A
A
SS WATER ALERT
E
C
D
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To adjust sensor height, hold straight edge across
pads (B1 & B2). Turn sensors (A & A) out or until
distance to straight edge equals the desired water
detection level. See Figure 2.
Connect battery clip (E) to terminals of battery (C).
Then insert the battery into retainer clip.
Wait ten seconds, then test unit by touching wet
ngers to both sensors(A-A). The unit should ac-
tivate.
Position Water Alert in desired location and retest
it by placing wet ngers across the heads of the two
screws on which sensors are mounted The unit
should activate.
When activated, the unit will be in alert condition for
2-3 seconds and turn o for 5-7 seconds to conserve
battery resources.
To reset the unit, simply remove it from water. If
necessary, dry o the sensor area if it is excessively
wet (if the unit was submerged).
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2.
3.
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6.
SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS
NOTE
Do Not Use Batteries
Other Than Alkaline!
CAUTION
BATTERY
One 9-volt alkaline battery (NEDA size 1604A) is re-
quired. Approximate alarm duration time (after one
year monitoring) is 3 days.
The Alkaline batteries should be replaced once a year.
If the unit is activated often, the batteries might need
to be replaced sooner.
Whenever the batteries are replaced, it is a good
practice to wipe clean the top surface of the Water
Alert and its sensors.
A Dorlen Power Supply, such as the PSW-3, may be
used in place of batteries. If so, follow the furnished
instructions for wiring.
Figure 2
Not For Explosive Environments!
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