2.3 Laying the Leak-detection Cable and Securing to the Floor
Refer to the site layout diagram for your installation, an example is shown in the following figure, and route
the cable as indicated.
• The leak-detection cable may be placed in the ceiling if there is a liquid source to monitor.
• The cable may also be placed beneath a raised floor.
Figure 4.2 Example leak-detection cable layout diagram
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 Liqui-tect leak-detection monitoring system
2 Leak-detection cable (yellow)
3 Air-conditioning/Environmental units
4 Computer/Equipment rack
5 End terminator (at end of leak-detection cable run)
Observe the following guidelines and precautions when installing the leak-detection cable:
• Do not use conductive materials, such as Fire Block or caulk, on the leak-detection cable.
• Do not use any type of adhesive tape to secure the leak-detection cable.
• Do not use a leak-detection cable that is damaged or dirty for example, from plaster, spackle or
debris.
• Do not drag the leak-detection cable through contaminants, such as dirt or grease.
• The floor must be clean for proper leak detection and for the hold-down clips to adhere. Use
isopropyl alcohol to clean the spots on the floor for the hold-down clips.
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