Zircon 64003 Leak Alert Electronic Water Detector User Guide
- June 14, 2024
- ZIRCON
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Zircon 64003 Leak Alert Electronic Water Detector
Product Information
The Leak AlertTM Electronic Water Detector is a device designed to detect water leaks and help protect your home from potential water damage. It is equipped with sensing contacts that, when triggered by water, sound an alarm to alert you of the leak. The device operates on a 9V battery, which needs to be properly installed for the unit to function correctly. The Leak AlertTM water detector is designed to float in the event of a flood, ensuring that it remains operational even in water-filled environments. The device comes with a limited 1-year warranty provided by Zircon Corporation.
Product Usage Instructions
- Installing the Battery:
- Insert a coin between the top and bottom halves of the case and turn the coin to separate them.
- Connect a brand new 9V battery to the clip inside the battery compartment.
- Ensure that the battery is positioned correctly according to the diagram on the unit, allowing it to float in case of a flood.
- Securely close the case.
- Testing:
- Wet your finger and touch the two sensing contacts on the device.
- A loud, repetitive series of beeps will sound, indicating that the alarm is working.
- Dry the sensing contacts to stop the alarm.
- Placement:
- Place the Leak AlertTM water detector on a surface with the metal sensing contacts facing down.
- Ensure that the device is positioned upright and securely against the surface for accurate detection.
- Do not place the device with the sensing contacts facing up, as it will not function properly.
- Flooding:
- If the battery is inserted correctly, the Leak AlertTM water detector will float in case of a flood.
- The alarm will sound for the life of the battery, which can last up to 72 hours.
- Helpful Hints:
- If the device produces false alarm sounds, check for probable causes and apply appropriate solutions.
Note: For further instructions, warranty information, or support, please visit www.zircon.com/support.
Leak Alert
Electronic Water Detector
Undetected water can cause thousands of dollars in damage. Protect your home from potential water damage by keeping a Leak Alert water detector anywhere flooding is a potential danger—-near aquariums, sump pumps, plumbing, washing machines, water heaters, toilets, basements, and garages.
INSTALLING THE BATTERY
Insert a coin between top and bottom halves of case. Turn coin to separate.
Connect 9V battery to clip.
Position battery according to the diagram on the right. Proper battery
position will allow the unit to float in the event of a flood.
Securely close case.
TESTING
Wet your finger and touch the two sensing contacts.
A loud, repetitive series of beeps will sound. Dry the contacts to stop the
alarm.
In the event of low battery, water detector will chirp (short beep every five seconds). Please replace with brand new 9V battery immediately.
PLACEMENT
Place Leak Alert’™ water detector facing up and flat against the surface, with metal sensing contacts down.
Leak Alert” water detector will not function properly with contacts up.
FLOODING
Leak Alert™ water detector will float if battery is inserted according to diagram inside battery compartment) and alarm will sound for life of battery, up to 72 hours.
HELPFUL HINTS
| Situation | Probable Cause | Solutions |
|---|---|---|
| False alarm sounds. | • Battery voltage is low. |
• Water detector is on a conductive surface (i.e. metal).
• Ambient moisture has collected on metal contacts.
| • Change the battery.
• Place a piece of thin paper or plastic between water detector and metal surface.
• Wipe metal contacts dry.
Unit does not sound alarm even when touching water.| • Metal contacts are up, not touching surface with water.
• Battery is dead.
| • Make sure metal contacts are flat on surface where water is to be detected.
• Replace battery.
Unit does not oat.| • Battery is not placed in correct area of case.| • Place unit in face-up position, open battery compartment, and position battery per diagram.
REPLACE BATTERY AND RETEST UNIT ANNUALLY.
Leak Alert and Zircon are registered trademarks or trademarks of Zircon Corporation.
Visit www.zircon.com/support for the most current instructions.
LIMITED 1 YEAR WARRANTY
Zircon Corporation, (“Zircon”) warrants this product to be free from defects
in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Any in-
warranty defective product returned to Zircon*, freight prepaid with proof of
purchase date and $5.00 to cover postage and handling, will be repaired or
replaced at Zircon’s option. This warranty is limited to the electronic
circuitry and original case of the product and specifically excludes damage
caused by abuse, unreasonable use or neglect. This warranty is in lieu of all
other warranties, express or implied, and no other representations or claims
of any nature shall bind or obligate Zircon.
Any implied warranties applicable to this product are limited to the one year
period following its purchase. IN NO EVENT WILL ZIRCON BE LIABLE FOR ANY
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM POSSESSION, USE OR
MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT.
In accordance with government regulations, you are advised that: (i) some
states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitations and/or exclusions may not apply to you, and further. (ii)
this warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state. Return product freight prepaid with
proof of purchase date (dated sales receipt) and $5.00 to cover postage and
handling, to:
Zircon Corporation
Attn: Returns Department
1580 Dell Avenue
Campbell, CA 95008-6992 USA
Be sure to include your name and return address. Out of warranty service and
repair, where proof of purchase is not provided, shall be returned with
repairs charged C.O.D. Allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery.
Customer Service: 1-800-245-9265 or
1-408-963-4550
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST
[email protected] •
www.zircon.com
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