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Leakage sensor Leakage sensor Order no.: 5068 00 Operating instructions Safety instructions Electrical devices may only be mounted and connected by electrically skilled persons. Serious injuries, fire or property damage possible. Please read and follow manual fully. Danger of electric shock. During installation and cable routing, comply with the regulations and standards which apply for SELV circuits.
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Leakage sensor Function of the leakage sensor The device monitors the electrical conductivity between the conductive coatings on the sensor surface. If it is dampened with water, the device detects the change and signals it. The device cannot prevent water from leaking, but detects and registers it early, so that the impact of water damage can be kept minor.
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Leakage sensor Do not mount the device to the substrate with sealing compound (silicone, acrylic or sim- ilar). ■ Fit the connecting cable, e.g. with nail clamps. The vent opening (4) supports the sensor function and should be free of dirt. Figure 4 Connecting the leakage sensor The device is directly connected to an evaluation unit and supplied by it.
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The warranty is provided in accordance with statutory requirements via the specialist trade. Please submit or send faulty devices postage paid together with an error description to your re- sponsible salesperson (specialist trade/installation company/electrical specialist trade). They will forward the devices to the Gira Service Center. Gira Giersiepen GmbH & Co. KG...
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