Systems and methods for detecting and correcting a leak

Details Systems and methods for detecting and correcting a leak Systems and methods for detecting and correcting a leak

2006-02-09

2009-06-23

Lee, Kevin L (Department: 3753)

Fluid handling

Processes

Cleaning, repairing, or assembling

C137S312000, C137S558000, C340S605000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07549435

ABSTRACT:
A fluid leak detection system includes a sensor, a control module and a valve module. The sensor is adapted to be placed near a fluid source, such as a water supply line of an appliance. The valve module advantageously includes a motorized ball valve or a magnetic latch configured to arrest fluid flow through a supply line. The control module actuates the valve module and an audible alarm when the sensor detects a fluid leak. The valve module closes a valve positioned along the water line to restrict flow through the water line until the control unit has been manually reset or until the leaked fluid has been removed. The control module also features user inputs to allow the valve to be manually cycled for cleaning, for instance.

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