FLO by MOEN HOME or COTTAGE WATER LEAK DETECTION SYSTEM SETUP and INSTALLATION

You’ve invested in Flo by Moen Water Leak Detection and monitoring system to protect you home, cottage or cabin and now you need to know how to install it. In this video I’ll show you what you need and explain how to complete the installation right now!
You’re going to need to have a smart phone, you’ll need to have the Flo by Moen app installed and setup on that phone.
You’ll need power as well as wifi. You’ll also need some plumbing tools to cut the pipe, attach the fittings which can vary based on the type of plumbing you have and that’s pretty much it!
1) Pair the smartphone to your Flo device, be sure the Flo device can be paired in the install location. When plugging in, be sure to firmly insert the power cord.
2) The unit will be installed on the main water supply to the home before water splits into hot and cold but after water meter, water shutoff and pressure regulator. It’s important to make sure Flo is installed before any filtration system, outside faucet or water heater. You can exclude irrigation system.
3) There needs to be a power supply within 20 feet of the installation location.
4) Shut off water to home, and release pressure by opening several faucets in the home to drain as much water as possible.
5) Determine the exact install location keeping in mind that Flo can be installed vertically or horizontally.
6) Cut the pipe, catch and drain water the remaining water from the household plumbing.
7) Install the fittings using the spacer as a guide to help install the fitting to the length of the Flo device.
8) Wrap Teflon tape around the threads and install the fittings.
9) Install the device, after making sure the o rings are installed and lubricated. Make sure that the arrow is in the direction of water flow.
10) Hand tighten the plastic nuts and then add ¼ turn being careful not to over tighten.
11) Slowly open the water supply and check for leaks. Turn off the water flow at all of your plumbing fixtures.
12) Plug in the power cord making sure it seats properly. Make sure valve is in the open position.
13) Open app and check operation. Note that it takes about 10 days for Flo to learn your water usage habits, until then the system is not protecting your home fully.

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[nicolasmontmarquette]

Well done, you've just sold me, navigating to your website to buy one!

[tuduleshiggins]

I just purchased a home, and I change the hot water tank, went from a 40 to a 50 gallon, and the experienced plumber fitted the "Flo by Moen" I like because it allows for me to gauges my water usage.

[tomkingsley]

Great instructional Gary! I just ordered one for our home. Thank you

[asiwiak]

LOL the spacer is for a new construction applications. You take it out of the box and give it to the plumber to have it installed where Flo will be installed later on. After the house is finished all fixtures operating system flushed from the debris/impurities left from comstruction (dirt fom pipes, flux from soldering pipes etc) then your plumber unscrews the unions and installs the Flo in place. Otherwise whats the point? To set the distance you can use the Flo itself instead of the extra piece of plastic :)
PS I like your vidoes!Keep up the good work! Im not being sarcastic.

[blakebiltwell]

Great info!

Can this unit be installed on a 1 inch PEX B?

[davidfalchek]

Thanks, Gary. I'm looking to install this in a rental unit, but it seems it will require collaboration with the tenant's to access their wifi system. Also, you don't use any dope on the fittings. Is there a reason for that, or was it just an assembly demo? This was very helpful.

[jimboreaddabible]

It would be nice if Moen just gave you a dimension of pipe to cut out. Would you recommend a food grade silicone on rubber O-rings? Can you use this w/o the sensors?

[OzziePara]

I'm about to install a Flo valve in my home. What kind of grease should I use on the connection O-rings? I want to be sure I don't use the wrong type of grease and ruin them.

[LonestarTrent]

So quick question can u install this on the cold water line right before it enters the water heater my main water line is under my house so I’m looking for a better place to install this device

[salatur]

Does this replace the PRV valve? Or am I going to need to keep the PRV valve that already exists in my house?

[cathymoriarty]

Hello, Can the Flo be installed outdoors ? I'm in Florida and our main water line enters stucco/concrete block and then directly into concrete foundation. No means to access the main water line, indoors, unless I dig up the tile/concrete floor. The outdoors main line has about 12" from the turn off valve to the exterior house wall. Thanks in advance.

[UncleAl]

You were not clear about the input for " Home Owners Insurance" Yes or no, or name of insurer, or ???

[mainemasterplumber]

Gary can you pair more then one smart phone to the same device?

[circa]

The Flo must be connect AFTER water treatment systems, NOT BEFORE — per Moen tech support. The Flo must be the last device before going into the home. Operation of water treatment equipment and regeneration cycles would cause aberrant readings by the Flo if connected after the Flo.

[bif]

I have 2 inch pvc pipes. Can I use a coupler to size it right on the FLO side? 2 inch to 3/4 inch.

[water_estore]

Installing this system and setting up the app is very straightforward! Check out the video.

[TheMinnow]

Surprised Moen doesn’t need every household members date of birth, social security #’s and link to retirement accounts.