Control floods from broken washer hosesor leaks from washing machines . Only an automatic water sensor activated water shut off valve can save you from extensive water damage. The Floodstopis a single appliance automatic water shut-off system named by Readers Digest as one of the best 100 new products of 2004. The Flood Stop FS3/4H-90 for washing machines has twin 3/4 inch hose threaded motorized ball valves with 90 degree downward brass outlets. Water damage is controlled because both hot and cold water intakes are shut off when water leaks under your washer. And the loud water alarm lets you know there is a problem. Also works well on home dialysis machines.
Washing machines and washer intake hoses can fail or rupture at any time.
Avoid extensive property damage and expensive repairs.
Automatically shuts off hot and cold water supplies when leak is detected.
Homeowner or maintenance person can quickly install.
Contains extensive damage to floors below.
24-hour protection, every day.
Protect your home or business from water damage. Washing machine related flooding can happen any time from standard washer hoses or internal failures of valves, drains, switches or pumps. Whether you are home or away, slow leaks or flooding leaks can go undetected for hours or even days. Safeguard your property and personal possessions 24-hours a day with Flood Stop.
Automatically shuts off water to only the washing machine. Sounds an alarm. All other household plumbing fixtures and appliances are unaffected. Unlike expensive "Whole-House" water shut off systems that are expensive require professional installation, these "Point-of-Use" systems are affordable and easily installed.
To install, connect the two Floodstop Valves to the hot and cold water supply lines. Mount control unit to wall. Place sensor(s) on floor. Units are operated by either by 120 vAC adapter (included), Batteries OR BOTH!
NOTE: DO NOT PLACE SENSOR DIRECTLY ON METAL PAN OR DAMP FLOOR. If no water is present and sensor sounds alarm, place paper towel or cloth under sensor to "insulate" against dampness of floor or metal of pan. Once the paper or cloth gets wet, the sensor will activate the shut-off and sound the alarm. Sensor will sound if placed on metal.
Kit Contents: everything you need to protect your property:
Two 3/4" motorized ball valves with hose fittings to install on both hot and cold water inlets.
Water sensor to place on the floor. If there is a washing machine drain pan, purchase another sensor to place inside pan.
Control Unit to be mounted with screws or Velcro (included).
AC Adapter and/or batteries for power source.
Controller has Reset and Test Buttons to Turn Water On and to Turn Water Off.
No special tools needed for installation.
Save space with the FloodStop angled motorized ball valves.
Designed to fit all brands of wall boxes.
Designed for commercial, residential, condo and apartment dwellings.
Automatic motorized ball valve closes both hot and cold valves to shut off water supply when sensors detect water from washing machine leaks.
Automatic monthly cycling of the valves.
When Leak Detected: Water supply shuts off. Alarm sounds.
Technical Specifications of Washer Flood Stop:
UL Listed class 2 wall adapter, 115ac/9v dc.
Runs on 4 C Batteries and/or AC Adapter.
Signal outputs: 2 normally closed.
Motorized ball valves (2): CNC machined with 90° downward outlet.
Motors operate at 6v dc.
Rated 0-180 psi. Max 250 psi. Solid brass.
Rated 32-212° F.
Alarm: beeping with mute button.
Water Sensor: 1.5" X 7.5", double sided. Additional sensors may be added in series.
FloodStop Controller:
3 buttons: Mute, Close Valve and Open Valve.
Water Sensitivity adjustment. Clockwise: less sensitive. Counter Clockwise: More sensitive.
4-pin connection to valve/sensor connector.
Outputs: Normally closed. Contacts for any device that can utilize them, like auto phone dialers, alarm systems, X10 home automations devices.
Controller Extension Wire for FloodStopWater Alarm and Automatic Water Valve Shut-Off Controllers Use this Flood Stop controller extension wire to install a FloodStop controller unit up to 11.5 feet...
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