AVTECH Flood Sensor (Spot) (RMA-FS2-SEN) - Manual (Page 2)

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CAUTION: It is important to test the Flood Sensor when first installed and on a regular basis to be sure that it is working
properly. If the contact wires become damaged, disconnected or simply do not allow proper transfer of the signal, this could
cause your organization to miss a critical alarm notification.
To adjust the sensor height, hold a straight edge across the pads (B) closest to the sensor probes. Then,
turn the sensors (A) out or until distance to the straight edge equals the desired water detection level.
Once installation is complete, you can easily test the Flood Sensor by connecting the two sensor probes
(A) with a paper clip. You should be able to hear the relay transfer.
By holding this connection until Room Alert checks the Flood Sensor, you will generate an alarm
condition or status if setup has been completed properly.
Battery
One 9-Volt Alkaline battery is required for use in the Flood Sensor. The battery is normally pre-installed
by default so it should be already installed when you first received the unit. If you are replacing the
battery, simply remove the old one and connect a battery lead to the terminal connection to the 9-Volt
replacement battery. Then, insert the battery into the associated retainer clip. The Alkaline battery
should be replaced once per year. Please schedule the replacement of batteries on an annual basis to help
guarantee battery reliability. If the Flood Sensor is activated often, the battery may need to be replaced
sooner. Only use Alkaline batteries.
Whenever the battery is replaced, it is a good idea and practice to wipe clean the top surface of the Flood
Sensor and the two primary sensor posts, check your cable connections and test the Flood Sensor.
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The Screw Connectors On The Sensor ID Boxes Are Volt-Free Contacts Only. Do Not Connect These Terminals To Any Live Circuit.
A Qualified Electrician Should Be Consulted To Test Any Wires You Connect To The Room Alert ID Box For The Presence Of Electrical
Voltages And If Any Are Detected, They Must Not Be Wired To The ID Box. The ID Box May Become Dangerous If You Connect It
To A Live Circuit. Never Connect Main Power To Any Of The Room Alert Sensors Unless Specifically Instructed To Do So Using The
AVTECH Software 5V Power Adapter. If Required, An AVTECH Software 5V Power Adapter Will Be Included With That Sensor.
DO NOT Use Switch Sensors In ‘Explosive’ Environments Unless Approved For Those Environments.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE