H-Tronic WD 1000, 1114720 - Water Detector Manual

INTRODUCTION

With the help of a water sensor, the WD 1000 water detector can detect unwanted water leakages at an early stage. As soon as the sensor contacts come into touch with water, the integrated acoustic and visual alarm sounds. Typical applications include detecting leakages as a result of technical defects in washing machines, dishwashers or hot water boilers, early warning in the event of an ingress of water due to flooding, as well as additional protection of water level or float switches. The WD 1000 device thus creates additional security, offering you protection against major consequential damage.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Operating voltage: 230 V ~, 50 Hz
• Power consumption (stand-by): approx. 0,5 W
• Trip Sensitivity: approx. 100 kΩ
• Sensor: water sensor (included)
• Sensor cable: approx. 3 m (can be extended up to 20 m)
• Dimensions WD 1000: 98 x 59 x 42 mm without connector
• Dimensions (water sensor): 75 x 30 x 8 mm
• IP code: IP20

Dear customer,
to ensure a correct operation of this device, please read these instructions completely and carefully before use. Please take into consideration that this manual contains important information on the operation and use of this device. This instruction manual is part of the device. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. If you pass the device on to a third person, please make sure that you also pass on the manual. Damages caused by failure of following the instructions in the manual will void the warranty. No liabilities will be taken for consequential damages. This product is certified according to the applicable directives and complies with statutory requirements.

DESIGNATED USE

The intended use of the device is the detection of electrically conductive water, as well as an acoustic and optical alarm. Any other use than specified is not permitted!

NOTE:

• Drinking water, salt water and contaminated water are electrically conductive
• Osmosis water, distilled water and pure rainwater are not or only conditionally electrically conductive

NOTE: This device left the factory in perfect technical condition. In order to maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, the user must observe and follow the safety instructions and warning notes in this instruction manual. Any use other than that specified is not permitted!

NOTES ON OPERATION

You need a 230 volt socket to operate your WD 1000. The user is responsible for compliance with the rules and regulations of the country in which the control is operated. This also applies to the application in which the controller is used.

SAFETY

Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in hazards causing damage to property but also serious injury or death.

• Do not touch damaged connecting cables.
• Do not work on the unit or on the connecting cables during a thunderstorm.
• The device may only be used in dry surroundings.
• Do not allow liquids to penetrate the device.
• Check connecting cables and devices regularly for damage and replace them if damaged.
• Repairs may only be carried out by a specialist.

The WD 1000 is intended for use in a location without direct sunlight and with adequate ventilation.

Plug the WD 1000 into an easily accessible socket. The WD 1000 must not be changed, rebuilt, modified or improperly repaired. The WD 1000 may only be opened by an authorized electrician! Do not expose the device to extreme humidity. Inadmissible condensation (condensation of air humidity on the device) can occur if a cold device is brought into a significantly warmer environment. Condensates form, which can lead to short circuits between electrical contacts. In this case, acclimatise the device, which has been disconnected from the mains, for approx. 2 hours at room temperature.

Danger of tripping! Tripping can lead to serious injuries.

• Do not obstruct escape routes and stairs.
• Lay the cables so that nobody can step on them or trip over them.

All work on the mains and device may only be carried out by authorized electricians.
A qualified person is defined as a person, due to his professional training and experience, has sufficient knowledge in the field of electronics and the relevant health and safety regulations, accident prevention regulations and guidelines, generally has the knowledge of technical regulations (for example, DIN standards, VDE regulations, technical rules, etc.) so that he can assess the safe working condition of electronic devices.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION

The applicable laws and standards of the country in which the device is operated must be followed. The product is not intended to control electrical equipment that has safety-related functions.
Even in normal operation, there is a risk of unexpected malfunction due to a failure or malfunction of the output stage or signal transmission. The user must ensure that no consequential damage occurs as a result of a malfunction or an undefined switching state.

This product has not been tested for use in safety- related applications!

If certain safety requirements apply, they must be implemented by qualified higher-level measures with approved equipment!
This device may be used by children 8 years of age and over, and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, if they have been supervised or instructed in the safe use of the device and understand the possible hazards. Children are not allowed to play with the device. Cleaning and maintenance may not be carried out by children without supervision.

WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please observe the following safety instructions to avoid malfunctions, damage and health hazards:

• The operation of the device under adverse en-vironmental conditions must be avoided under all circumstances. Adverse environmental conditions are: Ambient temperatures below -10°C or above 50°C, combustible gases, solvents, vapors, dust, humidity above 80% rel., – Splash or standing water.
• The receiver may only be operated in dry and closed rooms.
• The remote control may not switch devices with a safety function for machines or other devices which are not actively monitored.
• No devices with a risk of fire (such as radiant heaters, irons, etc.) may be switched by the device or operated unattended.
• The device may not be changed, modified, or repaired other than approved by the manufacturer.
• If it can be assumed that safe operation is no longer possible, the device must be put out of operation immediately and secured against unintentional operation. Safe operation is no longer guaranteed if the device is no longer functioning, has visible damage, has transport damage and after storage under unfavorable conditions.
• If there are any doubts regarding the application or wiring, it is essential to seek the advice of experts or advice from the manufacturer.
• Maintenance work and repairs may only be car-ried out by authorized specialist personnel. Before commissioning a device, it must generally be checked whether this device or module is suitable for the application for which it is to be used. In case of doubt, it is absolutely necessary to ask advice from experts or the manufacturer.
• Please note that operating and connection er-rors are beyond our control. Understandably, we cannot accept any liability for any resulting damage.
• In industrial facilities the accident prevention reg-ulations of the Association of Trade Associations for electrical installations and equipment must to be followed.
• In schools, training facilities, hobby and self-re-pair shops it is required, that the operation of devices must be supervised by trained personnel.
• If the device needs to be repaired, only original spare parts may be used! The use of deviating spare parts can lead to serious damage and personal injury!
• Dispose of unnecessary packaging material or store it in a place inaccessible to children. There is danger of suffocation!

INSTALLING THE SENSOR

The location for installing the water sensor must be carefully selected if you wish to be alerted reliably and quickly in the event of water damage. To do this, take heed of any floor inclinations, as well as the distance between both measuring tips and the floor. Install the sensor with the measuring tips pointing downwards, exactly at the distance from the floor from which an alarm is to be triggered in the event of leaking water. To fix it, please use the installation hole in the water sensor and mounting material suitable for the installation spot.

COMMISSIONING

Connect the sensor cable's jack plug to the WD 1000 device and plug the water detector into a 230 volt socket (see NOTE ON OPERATION). As soon as the "Power" LED lights up green, the device is ready for operation.

HOW IT WORKS

As soon as the sensor's two measuring tips come into contact with water, a permanent acoustic and optical alarm signal is emitted. The "Alarm" LED lights up red. You can reset the alarm by first unplugging the WD 1000 device and then plugging it in again.

NOTE: Optionally, the alarm can also be ended automatically after the last water contact. To do this, the WD 1000 must be opened.
Make sure to switch off the device – pull the WD 1000 out of the mains socket! Loosen the housing screws and remove the jumper (see illustration right below).
Refit the housing of the WD 1000 before plugging it into the mains socket.

The device can only be opened by a authorized electrician (see SAFETY)! Opening the device will reveal components which have a live current and can be hazardous to your health when touched. Before opening, the power plug must be pulled out. Any change to the circuit or the use of components other than those specified is not permitted.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Check the water sensor's measuring tips at regular intervals. If necessary, clean the metal ends with a damp cloth. Check regularly to see if the WD 1000 device is working properly by bridging the water sensor with a metal part.

NOTE: H-TRONIC GmbH is not liable for damage and/or loss of any kind, such as, individual or consequential damage that happens if the water detector does not detect leaking water and/or an acoustic or visual alarm is not emitted.

SENSOR CABLE EXTENSION

The WD 1000 device's sensor cable including the 3.5 mm jack plug carries low voltage and must not be laid in the same cable duct with cables that carry more than 50 V. In addition, the sensor cable should not be laid in the immediate vicinity of power cables so as to prevent interference and measurement errors because of this. You can extend the sensor cable up to a length of 20 m (0.5 mm² to 1.5 mm), e.g. art. no 111 46 85 extension cable 5 m.

GUARANTEE AND WARRANTY

The dealer/manufacturer from which the device was purchased provides a guarantee of 2 years from the date of handover for the material and manufacture of the device.
In the event of a defect, the purchaser is initially only entitled to supplementary performance. The supplementary performance includes either the repair or the delivery of a replacement product. Any devices or parts which have been replaced will become the property of the dealer/manufacturer. The buyer has to notify the trader of defects immediately. Proof of the warranty claim shall be furnished by means of a proper purchase confirmation (purchase receipt, invoice, if applicable).
Damages resulting from improper handling, improper connection, use of parts from other manufacturers, normal wear and tear, use of force, personal repair attempts or changes to the device, cables or terminals, change of circuit, damage due to ignoring the operating instructions, or improper use or other external influences, if connected to an incorrect voltage or current type, bridged or incorrect fuses, in case of misuse or damage caused by negligence, are not covered by the warranty avoid the warranty.
Further claims against the vendor due to this warranty obligation, in particular claims for compensation for loss of profit, compensation for use and indirect damages, are excluded, unless legally mandatory.
We reserve the right to repair, rectify, replace or refund the purchase price. Costs and risks of transport, assembly and disassembly work as well as all other costs which can be connected with the repair are not replaced. Liability for consequential damage resulting from faulty function of the device – of whatever nature – is in principle excluded.

In the following cases, the warranty will expire and the device returned at your expense:

• In the case of damage caused by improper han-dling, operation, storage, as well as by force majeure or other external influences.
• In the case of changes of any kind and repair attempts on the device, cables or clamps.
• When non-original components have been used.
• In the case of damage caused by failure to follow the operating instructions and the wiring diagram and in case of damage caused by negligent handling
• In the case of damage caused by overloading the device.
• In the case of damage caused by the intervention of other persons.
• When connected to an incorrect voltage or current type.
• In case of wrong operation or damage caused by negligent treatment.
• For defects caused by bridged fuses or by using incorrect fuses.
• Incorrect connection and/or operation.
• In the case of external forces, damage to the de-vice and/or damage to parts of the device due to mechanical effects or overload.
• When using the device for purposes not described in this manual.
• Unauthorized opening of the appliance.
• Under normal wear and tear.

ENVIRONMENT

Consumers are legally obligated and responsible for the proper disposal of electronic and electrical devices by returning them to collecting sites designated for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment waste. This device and/or components within the device can be recycled. For more information concerning disposal sites, please contact your local authority or waste management company.

PACKAGING

When disposing of the packaging, please observe the applicable laws on environmental protection and waste disposal.
The outer packaging can be disposed of using normal household waste disposal. If you want to dispose of the system components yourself, please observe the applicable laws on the disposal of electronic waste. Do not leave the packaging material lying around carelessly. This could become a dangerous toy for children!

CE-MARK AND CONFORMITY

H-TRONIC GmbH hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and the relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU and 2011/65/EU.
The relevant records are in the hands of the manufacturer: H-TRONIC GmbH, Industriegebiet Dienhof 11, DE-92242 Hirschau

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