How do I install and configure the LAIIER LRSB001 Severn Board for water leak detection?

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Setting up your LAIIER LRSB001 Severn Board for water leak detection is straightforward. Here's a step-by-step guide:

1. Opening the Board:

   • Unlatch the two levers located on the sides of the board to open the enclosure.

2. Connecting the Sensor:

   • Find the FFC connector on the side of the board.
   • Lift the latch on the connector and carefully insert a Severn Sensor. Ensure the sensor contacts are facing upwards.
   • Secure the sensor by closing the FFC connector latch.

3. Powering Up the Board:

   • Inside the board, remove the battery safety pull tab from the AA Li-SOCl₂ cell battery. This activates the power.
   • Observe the LED; it should illuminate in blue.

4. Closing the Board:

   • Place the top of the enclosure back on the board and securely close it.

5. Mounting the Board and Sensor:

   • Remove the protective layer from the 3M adhesive on both the sensor and the board.
   • Stick them onto the surface you wish to monitor for leaks. Before attaching, clean the surface with Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) to ensure optimal adhesion.

6. Board Start-Up and Self-Test:

   • Upon power-up, the LED will flash blue for one second.
   • The board will then attempt to connect to the LoRaWAN network, indicated by a continuous blue flashing LED.
   • Once connected successfully, the LED will flash red, yellow, or green, depending on the network signal strength.
   • To initiate a self-test, swipe a magnet along the side of the board, or the self-test will begin automatically after 10 minutes.
   • During the self-test, the LED will turn white, and the results will be displayed, indicating water presence, self-test status (passed/failed), sensor issues, or internal errors.
   • If the LED shows yellow or red, follow the instructions provided to address sensor issues, or contact support.
   • To set the board into run mode after the self-test, swipe the magnet again or wait 10 minutes. The LED will briefly flash green.

7. Monitoring and Alerts:

   • The board continuously monitors the sensor status every minute.
   • It transmits messages every hour if no water is detected.
   • The system detects a leak if three adjacent sensor electrodes register a change past the defined threshold within a minute.
   • When a leak is detected, messages are sent every 10 minutes until the issue is resolved.

For additional assistance or troubleshooting advice, please reach out to LAIIER customer support at [e-mail].