Arlec AM490 User Manual

Compact Entry Detector

AM490

INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

INTRODUCTION

The Arlec Compact Entry Detector is a compact, passive infrared sensor alarm which provides
reliable detection 24 hours a day providing security, safety and convenience. The detector
can be used in two different modes, chime or alarm. The chime provides a ding-dong sound
when detection is made. In the alarm position a continuous siren sounds for approximately
15 seconds, resets automatically and then sounds again if further movement is detected.

INSTALLATION

1. Remove battery cover and place 9 volt battery in compartment (suitable for use with Arlec
Rechargeable battery(BSP9V). The unit can also operate from a mains adaptor if 240 volt
mains power is desired.

2. Select location and mount bracket with double sided foam tape or use screws provided.
(Bracket can be unclipped from the sensor for screw mounting.)

3. Adjust sensor position to cover desired detection area.

4. Switch on detector to either chime or alarm. The unit is now set, and has an in built time
delay of approximately 20 seconds to allow you to move away. When set on the unit will
chime immediately to signify the start of the 20 second delay period.

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USER HINTS

VERTICALLY WALL MOUNTED

TOP OR PLAN VIEW

WALL

WALL

VERTICALLY WALL MOUNTED

SIDE VIEW

TOP OR PLAN VIEW

TOP OR PLAN VIEW

1. For doorway entry, mount the detector vertically to
cover a narrow detection area and set to chimes (Fig. 01).

2. For alarm operation, mount the detector horizontally
to cover a wide detection area (Fig. 02).

3. Not recommended to operate through glass (for

applications
where detection through glass is required we recommend
Arlec Security Beam AM471.)

4. Do not install your Entry Detector where it can be exposed
to direct sunlight.

5. Do not install on or near heat sources such as radiators,

WALL

SIDE VIEW

HORIZONTALLY WALL MOUNTED

WALL

Fig.01

bright lights or near cook tops or stove. The indirect heat
may cause the alarm to activate.

6. Avoid installing your Entry Detector where severe changes

WALL

130

WALL

in ambient temperatures may occur.

7. On very hot days the sensitivity may be decreased due to
the ambient temperature being closer to normal body

SIDE VIEW

Fig.02

temperature, this is unavoidable. On very cold days the
sensitivity may also be affected when people are wearing
extra clothes and therefore emitting less body heat for the
sensor to detect.

GUARANTEE

Arlec guarantees this product against defects of materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months 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 enquiries Phone [phone] Fax [phone]

© This instruction leaflet is subject to copyright and must not be reproduced, copied or otherwise used in any way
or for any purpose without the consent in writing of the owner, Arlec Australia Pty Ltd (ACN 009 322 105).

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