MAL413
Dual Floodlight with Sensor
Installation Instructions
Note: Electrical wiring must be carried out by a registered electrical contractor.
Ensure electricity is switched off at the mains before installing or maintaining any light fitting
Where to fit your Arlec Dual Floodlight with Sensor
Ideally the light should be mounted 2.4 metres (8ft) above the area to be scanned (Refer Fig.1) or on an eave.
Fig. 1
Sensor can be angled above animal height to avoid nuisance triggering
2.4m (8ft)
Ideal mounting height
0
°
15m (55ft)
-6
°
6m (20ft)
-27
°
3m (10ft)
To avoid nuisance triggering, the sensor should be directed away from heat sources such as barbecues, airconditioners, other outside lighting, flue vents and moving cars.
Do not aim towards reflective surfaces such as smooth white walls, swimming pools etc.
The scanning specifications (15 metres at 110° scan) may vary slightly depending on the mounting height and location. (Refer Fig. 1 and 2). The detection range of the unit may also alter with temperature change.
Before selecting a place to install the Arlec Dual
Floodlight with Sensor, you should note that movement across the scan area is more effective than movement directly toward or away from the sensor. (Refer Fig. 3A).
If movement is made walking directly towards or away from the sensor and not across, the apparent detection range will be substantially reduced
(Refer Fig. 3B).
Fig. 3A
Fig. 2
Best sensitivity
110
°
Fig. 3B
Although this product is weatherproof it is preferable to mount your Arlec Dual Floodlight with
Sensor in a sheltered or semi-sheltered location.
To avoid damage to unit – do not aim the sensor towards the sun.
Important! Please read these instructions carefully.
Reduced sensitivity
Fig. 4
Mounting plate
Joint & clamp screw
Lampholders
Sensor head
Installation
Installation and wiring must be performed by a licensed electrician.
The light must be wired to its own light switch.
Do not interconnect with other lights on the same switch.
Step 1.
Wall Mounting
Align mounting plate over desired mounting position
(as shown in Fig. 5) and mark screw holes.
Fig. 5
Mounting holes
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Horizontal
Eave mount
Screws & rawl plugs
Locknuts
Weatherproofing seals
Eave Mounting
For under eave installation, the sensor head must be rotated to ensure correct operation of the Floodlight
(Refer Fig. 6).
Position the Floodlight under eaves to allow sensor to be directed towards the area to be scanned. Mark mounting holes through mounting plate.
Wall mount
Do not overtighten or use excessive force when adjusting sensor head or lampholders.
The sensor head must face as shown
(see Fig. 6 and 7).
Step 2.
Wiring
Your Floodlight must be wired to its own switch.
For installation/maintenance purposes the electrical supply must be isolated at the switchboard by removing the fuse or switching the circuit breaker
OFF. Simply isolating the electrical supply at the wall switch is not sufficient isolation to prevent an electrical shock.
There are two wires coming from the rear of the unit, the blue must be wired to the neutral and the brown to active, using suitable terminals. Internal connections between the sensor and lampholders are prewired.
An earth/ground connection is not necessary on this product.
Step 3.
After wiring, fit Floodlight on wall or under eave using screws supplied, or other appropriate fittings.
Take care not to damage or pierce concealed wiring with mounting screws, particularly when mounting under eaves.
To maintain the weatherproof rating of the unit, silicone sealant must be used around the mounting surface of the base to seal and fill any irregularities in the mounting surface.
Fig. 8
Elbow screw
Joint & clamp screw
Step 4.
A. Adjust the direction of the sensor arm and lampholders to suit the desired detection area.
Loosen lock nuts and elbow screws on lampholder before making any adjustments.
Do not use excessive force when making adjustments to lampholders (See Fig. 8).
Fig. 9
Lock nuts
Elbow screw
40mm
B. Angle sensor slightly downward towards the detection area. The sensor joint should be rotated to adjust the sensor to face the required detection area. If necessary, loosen sensor arm joint clamp screw.
C. Angle lampholders from mounting surface and direct them approximately downwards away from sensor head.
D. Fit PAR38 globes and weatherproofing rubber seals – do not overtighten.
E. Ensure that globes are positioned 40mm or more from the sensor head or mounting surface as shown in (Fig. 9). The globes become very hot and must not be touching or too close to sensor head.
F. After fitting globes, tighten elbow screws and lock nuts – do not overtighten.
IMPORTANT: Be careful of electrical shock.
Always remember that the light may not switch ON during daylight or the light may be in the automatic
OFF mode. Never touch live areas unless fuse is removed or circuit breaker is in OFF position at the switchboard main.
Step 5.
If previously removed replace fuse or return power to circuit at switchboard then switch your light switch ON.
Step 6. To test
Test can only be performed in dark conditions, not in daytime. For best results and operation the following steps must be taken:
A. Direct the sensor toward the desired area to be scanned.
B. Turn the wall switch ON; the light will come on for
90 seconds then go OFF, provided that there is no movement in the 110° detection area.
C. Have another person move across the center of the area to be scanned and adjust the angle of the sensor until the unit senses the presence of the moving person, causing the light to switch on.
D. Your Floodlight is now ready for use, and will automatically operate when movement is detected at night.
E. The wall switch must remain “ON” for automatic operation.
Automatic Mode
Turn your wall switch OFF for at least 15 seconds and then turn the wall switch back ON. This will put the light into “automatic” mode. The unit will then start sensing after dusk. The light will switch
ON and automatically switch OFF after the pre-set time elapses and will then operate automatically whenever heat movement is detected.
Manual Operation (Automatic Override)
To override the automatic mode, the light must be switched ON in the Automatic mode. Now switch your wall switch OFF and back ON within two seconds. Your Floodlight will now stay on continuously, just like a normal light. This override function can be selected during nighttime only.
To return your Floodlight to the “automatic” mode, switch your wall switch OFF for at least 15 seconds, and then switch it ON again.
To switch your Floodlight off completely, switch your wall switch OFF.
If at any time whilst changing operating mode you are unsure which mode the unit is in, switch OFF for at least 15 seconds, then switch back ON, the unit will then be in the Automatic mode.
NOTE: This highly responsive unit may occasionally activate due to rapid environmental changes.
When first switched on allow approx. 90 seconds warm up time for the sensor operation to settle to normal sensitivity.
Specifications
Detection Range
Time On (fixed)
Detection Circuitry
Power Required
Maximum Globes
Weatherproof Rating
15 metres at 110° scan
(approx)
6 minutes
Passive controlled infrared motion sensor
230-240 volt, 50Hz,
4 watt consumption
(sensor head only)
2 x 150 watt PAR38
IP44
Maintenance
To avoid dust build-up and ensure proper functioning wipe the sensor lens lightly with a damp cloth every three months. Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners on any part of your Floodlight.
Reducing Detection Area
To reduce the 110° wide-angle detection area, stick PVC electrical tape on the left, right or both sides of sensor lens. This will reduce 110° detection in extremities of area to be scanned. After adding
PVC tape, further adjustment to sensor direction may be necessary.
Trouble Shooting Guide
Light does not switch ON when there is movement in the detection area.
Light switches ON for no apparent reason.
Poor Sensitivity and range.
Light remains ON.
Possible Cause
1. No mains voltage.
2. Globe(s) faulty or missing.
3. Wiring incorrect.
4. Nearby lighting is too bright.
5. Sensor positioned in wrong direction.
1. Heat from globe activating sensor.
Suggested Remedy
Check all connections, and fuses/switches.
Check. Replace.
Re-check.
Re-direct sensor or relocate unit.
Re-direct sensor (Refer Fig. 3).
Adjust lamp holders to allow a minimum gap of 40mm between PAR38 globe and sensor head.
Adjust direction of sensor head away from these sources.
2. Heat sources such as aircon. vents, heater flues, barbecues, other outside lighting, moving cars are activating sensor.
3. Animals/birds e.g. possums or domestic animals.
4. Interference from on/off switching of electric fans or lights on the same circuit as your Floodlight. (This problem does not always occur but a faulty switch or noisy fluorescent light may cause the Floodlight to switch on.)
Probably unavoidable but redirecting sensor may help.
Should the false triggering become troublesome, consider:
(A) Replacing a faulty switch.
(B) Replacing noisy fluorescent tubes and/or starters.
(C) Connecting the Floodlight to a separate circuit.
(In most cases where one or more of the above suggestions have been carried out, false triggering has been reduced.)
Re-direct sensor.
5. Reflection from swimming pool or reflective surface.
6. Interference from power surges, mobile phones, CB’s, Taxis, etc.
1. Movement directly to or away from sensor
2. Higher ambient temperature
Nil.
Re-direct sensor (Refer Fig.3).
1. Sensor is in Manual Mode.
2. Sensor is continuously triggered.
3. Wiring is incorrect.
Try re-directing sensor. Note: All passive infra red detectors are more sensitive in cold weather than warm weather.
Switch light OFF for at least 15 seconds, then return to ON position.
Re-direct sensor away from trees, pools, flues etc.
Recheck wiring.
Should a problem still exist after following all of the above user hints, contact your place of purchase.
Note: Passive infra red detectors are more sensitive in cold weather than warm weather.
Arlec Guarantee
Arlec guarantees this product against defects of materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase provided that the product is used in accordance with Arlec’s recommendations and within such voltage and current limits as are specified by Arlec in relation to the product. Arlec will at its own option make good, replace with the same or similar product, or provide credit for any product manufactured or supplied by it, which proves to be defective within the limits set out above provided that no repairs, alterations or modifications to the product have been undertaken or attempted, other than by the company or its authorised agents. Should the purchaser wish to make a claim under the guarantee, the product should be returned pre-paid to the place of purchase. This guarantee is in addition to and does not take away from any rights available to the consumer under the Trade Practices Act and the State consumer protection legislation.
Proof of Purchase
Please retain your purchase receipt for all warranty claims.
For all Sales and Service enquiries
Phone (03) 9727 8860 Fax 1300 350 650
Sales and Service enquiries in New Zealand and the
South Pacific contact PDL Industries Ltd.
New Zealand:
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