panel of the control unit. After cutting the section
of tube out of the line, you will need to shift the tube
ends to be able to fit the unit into place. Make sure
you will have access and room to adjust before you
cut the tube.
4. Mark the tube in the location you have selected.
Double check the length and location you marked.
5. Turn water off and drain the system.
6. Use tube cutter to cut copper tube at the locations
you marked. Careful, there will probably still be
some water in the line.
7. Remove any burrs from the tube ends and clean
ends.
8. Install compression nuts and sleeves to each tube
end.
9. Shift tube ends to install WaterCop®valve in line.
10. Position the unit and tighten compression nuts.
Hold the fitting with one wrench while tightening
the nut with the other. Tighten both nuts.
11. Plug unit into a proper power source and turn valve
to open position (open button / green light).
12. Unplug unit, turn water back on and carefully
check for leaks.
13. Tighten fittings if needed to stop any leaks.
14. Plug unit back into power source. Installation is
complete.
Solder fittings:
An alternative method is to solder the unit into the
water line. This method requires a considerably high-
er skill level to accomplish the installation properly and
safely. If you are not skilled in this area, it is strongly
recommended that you contact a professional plumber
to do this type of installation.
Each WaterHound (transmitter) will also require 2 "AA"
alkaline batteries (not included).
Electrical Connection
The WaterCop®is supplied with an eight foot (8 ft.)
power cord and standard grounded 3 prong connector
to be plugged into a properly grounded 115 VAC
power source. Consult local electrical codes as to the
necessity of ground fault protection. It is recommended
that the WaterCop®not be plugged into an extension
cord. Review "Specification" current and power
requirements as not to overload the circuit supplying
power.
Warnings and Precautions
WARNING
The motorized drive unit case is not capable of
supporting any loads. Do not attempt to use the unit
as a step. This will cause damage to the unit and could
cause personal injury. Do not store highly flammable
items such as oily rags or other combustibles near your
WaterCop®.
CAUTION
It is recommended that eye protection be worn while
installing or servicing the system. Failure to do so
could result in personal injury.
CAUTION
Do not use the case as leverage when mounting this
unit or tightening fittings. Apply wrench to flats on the
valve body to tighten fittings.
and corrected, and for checking and resetting the radio
receiver code if necessary. Place the valve where the
housing is protected from use as a step or other
excessive loads. The shut-off valve must be installed:
• In the main water line;
• Just downstream from the main water shut-off
valve;
• In a dry location (indoors only);
• Where it is accessible for checking and resetting
the valve and for resetting the radio receiver code,
if necessary; and
• Where the case is protected from use as a step or
other excessive loads.
Caution: Never use the housing for leverage when
mounting this unit or tightening fittings. Use a
wrench on the valve flats that are provided.
Caution: High heat from soldering or brazing can
damage valve seats or motor housing. Proper
precautions should be taken to prevent damage
from heat when installing the unit. Remove plastic
housing before soldering valve in place.
Additional Part Requirements
Installation of the WaterCop®will require additional
parts. When the main supply line is cut to
accommodate the WaterCop®,new fittings will be
needed to connect the ends of the piping to the
WaterCop®valve.
The type of connecting fittings to use will be
determined by the type of existing piping, local
plumbing codes, and "industry standard practices."
The most common material for water supply lines is
copper. If the WaterCop®is to be installed in a copper
line, you still have a choice of fittings and methods of
installation.
Compression fittings:
The unit can be installed with compression fittings
using common household tools and basic mechanical
ability. You will need:
a) 2 fittings (male pipe thread x compression) available
at most local hardware or plumbing supply stores
b) Teflon tape or other thread sealant
c) Tubing cutter
d) Ruler
e) Pencil or marker
f) 2 large adjustable wrenches
Measure the outside diameter of the copper tube and
note the valve size to be sure you purchase the proper
size fittings for the job.
1. Remove nuts and sleeves from compression fit
tings and install the fittings into each end of the
valve using Teflon tape or other thread sealant to
ensure a watertight seal. Hold one wrench on flats
of valve body and use the other to tighten
fittings.
2. Measure the distance from end to end of valve
assembly. For 1/2" tube (5/8 outside diameter)
subtract 1/2", for 3/4" tube (7/8 outside diameter)
subtract 3/4" from your measurement. This is the
length of the section of tubing to be cut out of
the existing line. The piece of existing tubing to be
cut out is shorter than the measured length so that
tube ends extend into the compression fittings.
3. Select the location for the WaterCop®. Be sure to
consider that you will need access to the front 7
