RLE LD5100 Quick Start

LD5100 Quick Start Guide

T

hank you for purchasing the SeaHawk LD5100 leak detection
controller. This guide describes how to install the LD5100.

If you need further assistance, contact RLE Technologies on our
website at http://www.rletech.com/ (go to the Support Link) or by
calling 970.484.6510, Option 2.

1Supplies for Installation

Included with the LD5100

 Wall mount kit (screwdriver, holder, 4 screws, and 4 wall mount anchors
 15ft. (4.57m) leader cable
 End-of-line terminator (EOL)

2Installing the SeaHawk LD5100

The LD5100 is a wall mounted device. To secure the device to the wall:

1

Remove the aluminum back panel with the electronics from the
enclosure.

There are knockouts on the top and bottom of the enclosure designed to
accommodate 0.5 inch (m) conduit.

2

Remove as many knockouts as necessary.

There are two holes in the top back of the unit spaced 11.0 inches (m)
apart.

3

Use drywall anchors to secure the unit to the wall.

4

Put two more drywall anchors through the two holes in the bottom back
of the unit.

5

Reinstall the back panel, and reconnect the electronics.

3Connecting the Water Leak Detection Cable

1 Connect the stripped end of the 15 foot (4.57m) leader cable to the

terminal block labeled TB7 on the main board of the LD5100.

2

With the screws of the terminal block connector facing up, connect the
leader cable wires in this order from left to right: white, black, green, and
red.

Once the leader cable is plugged into the terminal blocks, it is ready to
be connected to the leak detection cable (sensing cable).

3

Unscrew the EOL terminator from the end of the leader cable.

4

Attach the first length of sensing cable to the leader cable.

5

Route the sensing cable according to a cable layout diagram; refer to the
LD5100 User Guide for details about the layout diagram.

6

Secure the EOL terminator on the unoccupied end of the sensing cable.

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4Applying Power to the LD5100

WARNING

A dedicated circuit breaker must be
provided within close proximity to the
LD5100 and be clearly marked as the
disconnecting device for the LD5100
leak detection controller.

Power terminal block

Keypad

LCD

Note: Wire colors are typical, but may vary.

The LD5100 operates on either 100 VAC to 240VAC power. An AC power
source must be run to the location of the unit. RLE recommends having the
LD5100 on dedicated circuit. UPS backup is preferred.

1

Before applying power to the unit, make sure the AC breaker switch is
turned off.

2

Once the power is turned off, strip the end of the AC supply so the three
wires inside are exposed. Strip the end of each of the three wires and
feed the end of the power supply into the LD5100 enclosure.

3

Insert the line (white) wire, neutral (black), and ground wires into the
terminal block in the lower right corner of the enclosure.

4

As labeled in the enclosure, place the neutral power line inside the left
hand position of the terminal block (Neut).

5

Place the Line into the opening on the center of the terminal block (Line).

6

Place the earth ground line into the opening on the right hand side of the
terminal block (Gnd).

7

Once all the wires are placed inside the terminal block, turn the AC
power supply back on.

The LD5100 begins booting up.

8

Wait approximately one minute. No alarm should be present.

5Using the LCD Interface

On the LCD, press any key for the main menu. Through the LCD submenus,
you may set the clock, system name, alarm configuration, feet/meters, etc.
Enter the Cable Status menu. The cable length is displayed. If this reading
varies by more than ±5% of the actual length of cable installed, verify the
installation.

For more information about calibration, cable mapping, and the LCD interface,
refer to the LD5100 User Guide available at www.rletech.com. The default
password for the system setup menu is 1234.

©2010 RLE Technologies. All righ ts reserved. RLE is a registered trademark, and
SeaHawk, Falcon, and Raptor are trademarks of RLE Technologies. All other
trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective companies.
Although the information contained in this docum ent is believed to be accu rate and
correct, RLE Technologies assumes no responsibi lity, and disclaims all liability, for
any damages resulting from the use of this information or any error or omission in this
document. RLE Technologies does not warrant, guarantee, or make any
representations as to the performance, fitness for use, safety, or reliability of any
existing or future wiring, equipment, additions or modifications to equipment, or any
other component of the original or modified system. Specifications are subject to
change without notice. Part number 110045 Rev. 2.0 6/2010