Kidde 60WLDR-W-CA User manual

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P/N: 21031782B EN
Wi-Fi COMPATIBILITY:
This model requires a home Wi-Fi router
and internet to connect to a mobile device.
( Requires 802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz) Wi-Fi )
User Guide
Water Leak + Freeze Detector
Model 60WLDR-W-CA
AA BATTERY POWERED
Wi-Fi COMPATIBLE
Water Leak
and Freeze Detector

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Date Code (on back): ___________________
Date of Purchase: ___________________
Where Purchased: ___________________
Product Support: 1-877-542-5471
Please write down the below information
and have this at hand when you call.
Thank You for Purchasing this Kidde Water Leak and Freeze Detector.
This model is powered by two AA batteries. It is capable of sending notifications to your mobile
device using Wi-Fi and the Kidde app.
. For best Wi-Fi enrollment results, follow these steps:
1. Scan QR code shown in STEP 1 on the front of the Quick Start Guide. Install the Kidde app.
2. Open the Kidde app. Create and login to your account. Tap “Add a device.” Select
“Water Leak + Freeze Detector.” Follow in-app steps.
3. Scan your unique QR code, shown in STEP 3 of the Quick Start Guide, or on back of your
detector. Setup and connect detector to the app. This will include the steps shown in
sections 5 and 6.
4. Complete setup by following in-app steps.
WARNING: Mobile alert services are ancillary to the product and for informational purposes only.
They are not intended or suitable for life safety or critical purposes nor do these services take the
place of third-party life safety monitoring services.This product’s smartphone and tablet notifications
require a stable Wi-Fi connection, and are only as reliable as your home Wi-Fi network.
WARNING: This water leak detector is not a life safety device.
Images are representative only. Actual product may vary slightly.

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Date Code (on back): ___________________
Date of Purchase: ___________________
Where Purchased: ___________________
Thank You for Purchasing this Kidde Water Leak and Freeze Detector.
This model is powered by two AA batteries. It is capable of sending notifications to your mobile
device using Wi-Fi and the Kidde app.
. For best Wi-Fi enrollment results, follow these steps:
1. Scan QR code shown in STEP 1 on the front of the Quick Start Guide. Install the Kidde app.
2. Open the Kidde app. Create and login to your account. Tap “Add a device.” Select
“Water Leak + Freeze Detector.” Follow in-app steps.
3. Scan your unique QR code, shown in STEP 3 of the Quick Start Guide, or on back of your
detector. Setup and connect detector to the app. This will include the steps shown in
sections 5 and 6.
4. Complete setup by following in-app steps.
WARNING: Mobile alert services are ancillary to the product and for informational purposes only.
They are not intended or suitable for life safety or critical purposes nor do these services take the
place of third-party life safety monitoring services.This product’s smartphone and tablet notifications
require a stable Wi-Fi connection, and are only as reliable as your home Wi-Fi network.
WARNING: This water leak detector is not a life safety device.
Images are representative only. Actual product may vary slightly.
1. Alarm and Operation Visual and Audible Indicators . . . . . . . . 4
2. Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3. Introduction, Product Features And Specifications . . . . . . . . . 5
4. Water Leak Detectors: Important Information . . . . . . . . . . 6
5. Kidde App Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
6. Installation, Activation, and Wi-Fi Enrollment . . . . . . . . . . 7
6.1 Setting Up Wi-Fi Enrollment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
6.2 Resetting a Device’s Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . 7
6.3 Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant TM . . . . . . . . . . 8
7. Operation And Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
8. Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
9. Cleaning Your Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
10. Service And Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Contents

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1. Alarm and Operation Audible and Visual Indicators
Operational Mode Visual Indications Audible
Indications Description:
Normal operation Red LED blinks every 60s.
Temperature change
over 10 mins > +/-
3°C
Notification on mobile app only Temperature dropping or
rising quickly.
Low temperature
alarm (below
3°C / 37°F)
Red LED blinks every 3s. Loud beep
every 3s.
Temperature could start
freezing pipes.
See Section 7 for alarm timing
information.
Water detected
alarm
Red LED blinks every 3s. Loud beep
every 3s.
Water has been detected at the
alarming unit.
See Section 7 for alarm timing
information.
Alarm Hush Red LED blinks every 15s.
Device in alarm mode with sounder silenced
NOTE: If an alarm is not Hushed in the first
60 seconds, Hush might be delayed by
up to 30 seconds as the detector waits to
communicate with the cloud.
Low Battery
Red LED blinks every 60s. Chirp every 60s. Inform the user it is time to change the
batteries.

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1. Alarm and Operation Audible and Visual Indicators 2. Troubleshooting Guide
3. Introduction, Product Features and Specifications
Introduction
This device detects water leaks using two electrodes on the bottom of the device. It also
monitors for rapid temperature changes to notify you of potential freezing dangers.
ISED Compliance Notice
This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference; and
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum
distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
If you are experiencing a problem with your detector, or a fault, and are unsure of the next action, please
contact product support at 1-877-542-5471. You may also write us at: Kidde Canada Inc., P.O. Box 40,
Apsley, ON K0L 1A0. Our internet address is www.kiddecanada.com.
Problem Reasons Solutions:
Unit alarming while
detecting water, but the
status in the app does
not change.
1. Detector has not been registered with the app.
2. Mobile device doesn’t connect to the Wi-Fi
network.
3. Distance between detector and Wi-Fi router is
too large.
1. Refer to sections 5 and 6.
2. Connect the Wi-Fi and reconfigure the network.
3. Adjust the installation location.
Detector will not alarm
while there is water
leaking.
1. The detector is not sitting horizontally.
2. The batteries are depleted.
1. Adjust the installation position.
2. Replace batteries.
Power Two AA batteries
Environment 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104°F), ≤90% RH non-condensing
Waterproof level IP65
Audible alarm 85+
dB at 3ft (1m)
Water depth detection capability > 0.015” in depth
Wi-Fi Requires 802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz) Wi-Fi.

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4. Water Leak Detectors: Important Information
•This device is intended for indoor use only.
•To minimize false alarms and ensure proper detection of leaks, place the detector on a level, clean,
dry surface, in the lowest location where water may be present.
•Do not install on metallic surfaces, as these may activate the alarm.
•Typical installations may include devices near the following: water heater, sump pit, utility sinks,
kitchen & bath sinks, toilets, washing machine, refrigerators, and dishwasher.
•The device should float, but if trapped under an obstruction such as a water heater, water may
enter through top of device and reduce sounder output level. Avoid placing where the device may
be trapped by rising water.
5. Kidde App Features and Instructions
For best Wi-Fi enrollment results, follow these steps:
1. Scan QR code shown in STEP 1 on the front of the Quick Start Guide. Install the Kidde app.
2. Open the Kidde app. Create and login to your account. Tap “Add a device.” Select “Water
Leak + Freeze Detector.” Follow in-app steps.
3.
Scan your unique QR code, shown in STEP 3 of the Quick Start Guide, or on back of your detector.
Setup and connect detector to the app. This will include the steps shown in sections 5 and 6.
4. Complete setup by following in-app steps.
Your Kidde app is user friendly and allows helpful features such as:
•Receive notifications if hazards are detected and when the device is low on battery.
•Simplify setup - Just scan the QR code on the back of the product. No additional hub is needed.
•Notify friends and family of potential danger.
•Smart Hush false alarms when you are home (on the same Wi-Fi network). *
NOTE: The app receives real-time updates. The paper or online copy of your user guide will most likely lag
behind the app’s real-time updates. Visit Kidde.com to find and download or print the latest user guide.
* This feature only applies to Kidde Wi-Fi alarms/devices.

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6. Installation, Activation, and Wi-Fi Enrollment
For best Wi-Fi enrollment results, follow these steps:
1. Scan QR code shown in STEP 1 on the front of the
Quick Start Guide. Install the Kidde app.
2. Open the Kidde app. Create and login to your account. Tap “Add a device.” Select “Water
Leak + Freeze Detector.” Follow in-app steps.
3.
Scan your unique QR code, shown in STEP 3 of the Quick Start Guide, or on back of your detector.
Setup and connect detector to the app. This will include the steps shown in sections 5 and 6.
4. Complete setup by following in-app steps.
IMPORTANT: These water leak detectors do not communicate between themselves or other
Wi-Fi devices. Wi-Fi functionality is only between water leak detectors and a mobile device.
NOTE: At any time during Wi-Fi enrollment, if you have a problem, you can reset the device to
factory settings and start over (See Section 6.2).
6.1 Setting Up Wi-Fi Enrollment
A. Install batteries
•Using a screwdriver, open the battery compartment and install
two AA batteries(See Figure 6.1). Note the polarity markings.
•When the batteries are installed, the detector will begin searching for a
Wi-Fi connection.
B. Open the Kidde App and follow instructions on the App to finish
Wi-Fi enrollment.
NOTE: If no further steps are taken within 5 minutes of initial power up the
Wi-Fi function will turn off. The detector will then perform as a standalone
device, and will alarm if water or freeze conditions are detected, but it will not
send notifications to your mobile device. See Section 6.2 for reactivating Wi-Fi
features.
C. Repeat steps A and B with each detector to be enrolled with Wi-Fi.
6.2 Resetting a Device’s Wireless Settings
If you encounter an issue at any point during the Wi-Fi enrollment
process, you may reset the device by following the directions of one
of the options below:
Figure 6.1

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Option 1 (Wi-Fi reset): Remove the batteries, wait thirty seconds, re-install
the batteries.
Option 2 (Full device reset): Using a metal screwdriver or paper clip apply
a direct short to the two metal contacts on the bottom of the device three
times within two seconds(See Figure 6.2).
Either of these methods will reset the device and cause it to
automatically search for a Wi-Fi connection. NOTE: Because
the device only searches for Wi-Fi connections for 5 minutes,
it is best to FIRST have the steps completed as outlined
at the top of section 6 before powering or resetting the device.
See Section 6.1 to begin Wi-Fi enrollment.
6.3 Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant TM
Your Wi-Fi detector is compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
Follow instructions in the Kidde app help section to link your Wi-Fi detector
to Amazon Alexa and/or Google Assistant.*
* AMAZON and ALEXA are trademarks of Amazon Technologies, Inc. or its affiliates.
Google and Google Assistant are trademarks of Google LLC.
7. Operation and Testing
Operation
The detector is operating once it is activated and testing is complete. When water or freeze conditions are
detected the unit sounds a loud alarm (See Section 1 for alarm signal descriptions). In an alarm condition, the
device will sound for a specified amount of time (Alarm Duration) and then will stop alarming to save battery
power. After a specified period of silence (Battery Conserve), the device will alarm again.
Default Setting(1)
(1) Note: these settings can be adjusted in the app,
but can affect battery life.
Metal Contacts
Figure 6.2
Alarm Duration 30 minutes
Battery Conserve time 1 hour
Status update to app 12 hours

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Testing
Test your water leak detector regularly by shorting the two metal contacts (see Figure 6.2) with a metal object
(screwdriver or paper clip for example). If the device is dropped, test it to confirm it still activates. The detector
will sound if the electronic circuitry, horn, and batteries are working, and will send a notification to your
mobile device, if configured. If the detector does not sound, or gives erratic or low volume sound, the unit
must be replaced.
Nuisance Alarms
HUSH:
If you know why the detector is sounding, and can verify that it is not a water or freeze situation, you
can use the app to silence the alarm for 8-10 minutes. You can use Hush repeatedly if needed. If the detector
continues to false alarm for no reason, and if cleaning does not help (see Section 9), it is defective and should
be replaced. NOTE: If an alarm is not Hushed in the first 60 seconds, Hush might be delayed by up to 30
seconds as the detector waits to communicate with the cloud.
8. Batteries
This alarm is powered by two Alkaline AA batteries. Do not use lithium batteries.
Under normal conditions, fresh batteries should last at last one year.
* Battery life is base on an average number of activated alarms and test events, and with default factory
settings (see Section 7). Changing these settings in the app could affect battery life.
NOTE: Constant exposure to high or low humidity or temperatures may reduce battery life.
WARNING: Do not try to repair the detector yourself.
Low Battery
This alarm is equipped with a low battery monitor circuit. If the battery capacity is nearing the point where it
can no longer provide adequate power for all alarm functions, the low battery condition will occur. See Alarm
and Operation Audible and Visual Indicators table.
The batteries must be replaced within 7 days of the first occurrence of the “Low Battery Warning” to provide
continuous detection.
Metal Contacts

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9. Cleaning Your Detector
Your detector’s performance can be regulated by wiping the outside of the detector and the contacts on
the bottom of the unit with a clean, cloth dampened only with water. Use of detergents or cleaners could
damage the detector.
•Never use detergent or other solvents to clean the detector.
•Do not paint the detector, as paint might prevent water detection at the electrodes or prevent
clear sound from the alarm openings.
•Never attempt to disassemble the detector to clean inside. This action will void your warranty.
•The following substances can affect the water leak and freeze detector and may cause false
readings and damage to the sensors: Methane, propane, isobutane, iso-propanol, ethyl acetate,
hydrogen sulfide, sulfide dioxides, alcohol based products, paints, thinner, solvents, adhesives,
hair spray, aftershave, perfume, and some cleaning agents.
•Move the detector and place in another location prior to performing any of the following:
Staining or stripping wood floors or furniture
Painting
Wall papering
Using adhesives
Mopping or using liquids to clean the floor nearby
Storing the detector in a plastic bag during any of the above projects will protect the sensors from dam-
age. When household cleaning supplies or similar contaminates are used, the area must be well ventilated.
WARNING: Reinstall the detector as soon as possible to ensure continuous detection.