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IMPORTANT! For new construction/job site testing:
Valve(s) must be under appropriate water pressure for performance testing. Water pressure not
to exceed 80 PSI. The unit requires equalized water pressure in the leak detection assembly in
order to properly seat the valve upon closure. Do not cap appliance feeds during valve testing, as it
may interfere with water equalization. Do not test valve performance with air pressure. Testing the
valve with air pressure may cause the valve to not properly seat/leak and could damage the valve.
Note: While the valve will begin to close immediately, an initial burst of water will pass through
the appliance feeds. Consider placing a small bucket or similar container under the appliance
feeds when testing. Once the valve seats, all water flow will stop.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Turn off the hot and cold water valves to the washing machine. For existing installations,
disconnect washing machine hoses from existing water feeds, marking hoses as "hot" or
"cold." Disconnect water supply lines from existing valves.
2. Determine the desired new valve and drain locations.
3. Mark and cut wall to fit the RS-090-E outlet box (as necessary).
4. Secure the outlet box to the studs using provided mounting straps (4).
5. Using appropriate plumbing techniques, attach the supply lines to the water supply
connection lines (1/2" NPT standard; also accepts 1/2" copper pipe). Confirm that the
locknuts on the water supply connection lines are hand tight and flush to the outlet box.
6. Plug the power transformer into the leak detection receiver (30V AC) and plug into 120V AC
wall outlet. Observe green "Power" LED turn on.
7. Plug water sensor adapter into "Sensor" jack on the leak detection receiver.
8. Place water sensor in proximity to washing machine, in the area where a leak is most likely
to accumulate. (Note: The water sensor may be located underneath the washing machine as
desired or necessary.) The sensor is magnetic and can be installed horizontally or vertically
in conjunction with the metal plate – see Figure 1.
• Clean the desired location area to ensure the surface is clean for optimum plate adhesion.
• Peel the backing off the metal plate to reveal the adhesive and stick in place.
• Place the sensor on the plate as close as possible to the floor, allowing the magnets to
secure it in place.
Note: The sensor features a through-hole that can be used to screw it onto a surface if a more
permanent installation is desired or necessary.
9. Connect washing machine hoses to the appliance feeds of the leak detection receiver.
10. Open the water supply line and check for leaks.
11. Slide drain hose into drain opening of the outlet box and secure in place.
12. Perform this Function Test before installing the trim plate:
• Place the water sensor on a wet paper towel.
• The alarm LED should light up, the audible alarm should sound and water flow should stop.
• Wait 30 seconds and turn on the washing machine; no water should flow in.
• Remove the sensor from the paper towel. Return it to the area of desired leak detection.
• Press and release the reset button on the receiver to begin the flow of water to the washing
machine again. Wait 30 seconds and confirm water flow is back on.
13. Fit trim plate around the inside edge of the outlet box and put pressure on the plate until it
fits "flush" against the wall. The trim plate can accommodate up to 5/8" gypsum, with 1" of
cover all around the rough opening.
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