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LS4 Leak Sensor

Wireless Leak Sensor

Operation and Installation Guide

1| Product Overview

The LS4 Leak Sensor introduces advanced water

detection and alerting to the NextCentury platform.

Featuring LeakSense+™ technology, the LS4

protects against costly water damage claims and

repairs.

2| Technical Specifications

2.1 – Certifications

FCC: 2AB8I-LS4 IC: 20949-LS4

2.2 – Wireless Communication

• Two-way NextCentury RF Connect™

• 902-928 MHz Unlicensed Band

2.3 – Sense Cable Options

• Connect additional Sense Cables on to each other

to extend detection area (additional Sense Cables

sold separately)

• Up to 12’ of Sense Cable length

2.4 – In-Field Setup

• Simple programming and verification using mobile

app

2.5 – Battery

• Preinstalled, field-replaceable CR18505

• Estimated 10-year battery life*

*Note: 10-year battery estimated with operating temperatures

between 60ºF-90ºF, and 6-hr device check-in. Achieved battery

life can be greater or less than 10 years depending on the meter

type, system configuration, and lifetime operating temperature.

2.6 – Dimensions

• 3.3in x 1.8in x 1.3in (84mm x 46mm x 33mm)

2.7 – Operation Environment:

• -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F )

• Indoor installation

4| Package Contents

A – LS4 Leak Sensor

B – Sense Cable

C - Mounting Plate

D – Mounting screws & anchors

4| In-Field Installation

4.1 – Mounting Plate Installation

• Peel off backing on the included adhesive pad and mount

onto the wall

• (Optional) For additional holding strength, the included

screws and plastic anchors can be used. Pre-drill using a

7/32” (5.5mm) drill bit

Summary of content (4 pages)

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2.5 – Battery • Preinstalled, field-replaceable CR18505 • Estimated 10-year battery life* LS4 Leak Sensor Wireless Leak Sensor Operation and Installation Guide *Note: 10-year battery estimated with operating temperatures between 60ºF-90ºF, and 6-hr device check-in. Achieved battery life can be greater or less than 10 years depending on the meter type, system configuration, and lifetime operating temperature. 2.6 – Dimensions • 3.3in x 1.8in x 1.3in (84mm x 46mm x 33mm) 2.
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9.3 – Gateway Device Management After programming, the connected Gateway will automatically sync and communicate with the LS4. 4.2 – Cable Connection • Connect the Sense Cable into the LS4 • An audible chime will confirm the connection 4.3 – Leak Sense Zone • Lay out the Sense Cable under the appliance or water system and secure 5| LED Indicators The LS4 features two separate LED indicators with simple colorcoded feedback. 9.
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11| Television and Radio Interference NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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13| Warranty/Disclaimer Scope of Warranty NextCentury warrants that all communication equipment manufactured by NextCentury will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and in accordance with NextCentury’s documented installation and operating procedures for a period of three (3) years from the date of manufacture.