Connections and Configuration

3.1.2Connecting Leak Detection Cable to the Connection Cable

The connection cable has a black fitting on one end that will fasten securely to the fitting on one end of the leak detection cable—see Figure 8. Push these ends together, being careful to insert the pro- truding ends of the leak detection cable into the holes in the connection cable connector. Twist the connector ring to securely link the cables.

NOTE

Make sure the male end of the LT500Y leak detection cable is installed close enough to the Liqui-tect panel to reach the fitting on the CONNECT10 connection cable.

Figure 8 Fittings on leak detection cable (LT500Y) and connection cable (CONNECT10)

Leak detection connection cable

Connect to

Liqui-tect

(CONNECT10)Connection fittings on connection cable and leak detection cable

panel

Connect

to leak

detection

cable

Leak detection cable

(LT500Y)

After making this connection, lay the leak detection cable around the area to be monitored.

The monitored area would include any equipment or objects that might be damaged by water. Figure 9 shows one possible layout. In the example, the detection cable crosses between air condi- tioning units and computers to alert personnel when the electronic equipment is threatened by a leak. If there is a liquid source in the ceiling, the cable can be placed there. If a raised floor is used for cool- ing, the cable can be placed underneath the raised surface.

Figure 9 Typical leak detection cable layout

Liqui-tect Monitoring

 

 

System

A/C

Leak detection

Leak detection cable

 

 

 

cable terminus

 

 

(yellow)

 

(attach end terminator here)

A/C

Computer

Computer

A/C

A/CA/C

Follow these steps in laying the detection cable:

1.Attach the end terminator to the last length of leak detection cable required to monitor the selected area.

2.Verify power is connected and test the detection cable by touching the detection cable with a clean, moist cloth or paper towel.

If the cables are connected properly, the audible horn should sound and the LCD screen should flash. Dry the detection cable to remove the alarm condition. (A hair dryer can be used to speed up the drying.)

Note: Do not try to saturate the detection cable for testing! It requires only a small amount of water to alarm. The detection cable will have to dry for the alarm condition to clear.

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Emerson MC68HC16Z1 user manual Connecting Leak Detection Cable to the Connection Cable, Leak detection cable LT500Y

MC68HC16Z1 specifications

The Emerson MC68HC16Z1 is a versatile microcontroller that combines power and efficiency, making it an ideal choice for various embedded applications. As part of the Motorola 68HC16 series, the MC68HC16Z1 is designed to deliver robust performance while offering extensive support for both simple and complex tasks. With its 16-bit architecture, this microcontroller is well-equipped to handle a range of functionalities, from industrial control systems to automation processes.

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