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GUARDIAN PRO
™
POST SENTRY
Model PLMS
Features
• Light comes on when motion is detected.
• Automatically controls existing post light.
• Dual Light Level.
• Photocell keeps the light off during daylight hours.
This package includes:
Post Light
Adapter
3 Screws
TEST
Put ON-TIME switch on the sensor bottom to
TEST and the Dual Light Level (ACCENT)
switch OFF.
ON-TIME
TEST 1 5 20
Set ON-TIME switch to
1, 5, or 20 minutes.
MANUAL MODE
Manual mode only works at
night because daylight returns the sensor to AUTO.
Flip the light switch off for one
second then back on to toggle
between AUTO and MANUAL
MODE.
Manual mode works only with
the ON-TIME switch in the 1,
5, or 20 position.
ACCENT
Off 3 6 Dusk to Dawn
AUTO
TEST 1 5 20 MIN
1 Second
OFF
then
... back on.
...
Mode Switching Summary
3 Wire Connectors
Requirements
• The Light Control requires 120 volts AC.
• If you want to use Manual Override, the
control must be wired through a switch.
• Some codes require installation by a
qualified electrician.
* If you get confused while switching modes,
OPERATION
Mode: On-Time Works: Day Night
Test 5 Sec x x
Auto 1, 5, or 20 Min x
Manual To Dawn* x
Accent 3,6 Hr, to Dawn x
* resets to Auto Mode at dawn.
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Light comes on half bright for selected time
after dusk (Off, 3 hr., 6 hr., until dawn). If
motion is sensed, the light turns on full bright
for the ON-TIME (1, 5, or 20 minutes) then
returns to dim mode.
TEST
AUTO
MANUAL MODE
turn the power off for one minute, then back
on. After the calibration time the control will
be in the AUTO mode.
Dual Light Level Control
ON-TIME Switch at
1, 5, or 20 minutes
Flip light switch
off for 1 second
then on
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INSTALLATION
❒ Turn power off at circuit breaker.
❒ On existing installations, remove the light
from the top of the post. Keep the wire
connectors to make the connections to
the top of the sensor.
CAUTION: When handling the sensor
be careful not to pinch or distort the lens.
You may break the seal and cause windblown rain to enter the sensor.
❒ Remove the three screws around the
bottom edge of the sensor. Save these
screws for later use.
❒ Set the controls on the bottom as shown:
ON-TIME to TEST, Dual Light Level (ACCENT) OFF, and Sensitivity to mid-position.
20
TEST
ON TIME
MINUTES
DUSK TO DAWN
5
1
ACCENT
6 HOUR
3 HOUR
OFF
Green sensor
wire to Green or
bare fixture wire
White sensor
wire to White
fixture wire
Green sensor
wire to Green or
bare post wire
Red sensor
wire to Black
fixture wire
Black sensor
wire to Black
post wire
White sensor
wire to White
post wire
MAX.
Sensitivity
MIN.
❒ Twist the wires from the post and the
bottom sensor wires together as shown.
Secure with wire connectors provided.
❒ Make sure the wires and connectors are
all inside the post, then set the sensor
onto the post.
❒ Start and temporarily tighten the three screws
previously removed from the sensor.
❒ Twist the wires from the fixture and the top
sensor wires together as shown. Secure with
wire connectors saved from your fixture.
❒ Make sure all the wires and connectors
are inside the fixture/sensor wiring compartment. Set your coach light onto the
sensor and proceed to the adjustments
on the next page.
SPECIFICATIONS
Range . . . . . . . . . . . Up to 30 ft. (9.1 m)
[varies with surrounding temperature]
Sensing Angle . . . . . Up to 150° , 360°
adjustable
Sensor Capacity . . . Up to 360 Watts (3.0
A.) Maximum
Power Requirements 120 VAC, 60 Hz
Operating Modes . . TEST, AUTO and
MANUAL OVERRIDE
Time Delay . . . . . . . 1 , 5, 20 minutes
Sensitivity . . . . . . . . Adjustable
Dual Light Level . . . 3, 6 hours, Dusk-to-
Dawn
Atlas Lighting Products, Inc. reserves the
right to discontinue products and to change
specifications at any time without incurring
any obligation to incorporate new features in
products previously sold.
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ADJUSTMENTS
❒ Turn on the circuit breaker and light
switch.
NOTE: Sensor has a 1 1/2 minute warm up
period before it will detect motion. When
first turned on or when switching from
Manual to Auto mode wait 1 1/2 minute.
Avoid aiming the control at:
• Objects that change temperature rapidly,
such as heating vents and air condition-
ers. These heat sources could cause false
triggering.
• Areas where pets or traffic may trigger the
control.
• Nearby large, light-colored objects
reflecting light may trigger the shut-off feature.
Do not point other lights at the sensor.
150°
5 ft.
(1.5 m)
30 ft.
Maximum Maximum
Range Coverage Angle
The detector is less sensitive to motion directly
towards it and more sensitive to across motion.
Motion
Least Sensitive Most Sensitive
❒ Walk through the coverage area noting
where you are when the lights turn on.
Loosen the 3 clamp screws slightly and
turn the sensor head left or right to
change the coverage area.
(9.1 m)
Motion
Sensor
❒ When you have the desired coverage
angle make a pencil mark on the sensor
and post to mark the sensor position.
❒ If you need to change the sensitivity,
temporarily lift the fixture and sensor to
make the adjustment. It may be necessary to have a friend hold the fixture
while adjusting the sensitivity. Too much
sensitivity may increase false triggering.
❒ Set the amount of ON TIME you want the
light to stay on after motion is detected.
(1, 5, or 20 minutes).
TEST 1 5 20 MIN
❒ Set the Dual Light Level (ACCENT)
switch to the amount of time after dusk
you want the lights on at low level (Off, 3,
6 Hrs., Dusk-to-Dawn).
❒ Put the sensor and fixture back in place.
Align the pencil marks made above. Tighten
the three screws to secure the sensor.
OFF 3 6 DUSK TO
HOUR DAWN
Securing Brass &
Plastic Post Lamps
❒ Turn power off at circuit breaker.
❒ Turn the post lamp to the desired loca-
tion. Using a #31 drill and the fixture as
a template slightly mark the location of
one of the fixture mounting holes. DO
NOT drill through the sensor plastic.
❒ Lift the fixture off the sensor and keep
the wires away from where you need to
drill. Now finish drilling the first hole.
❒ Set the fixture in position and install a
screw (provided) to hold the fixture.
❒ Mark the remaining holes as above.
❒ Remove the one screw and lift the fixture
and drill the remaining holes as above.
❒ Set the fixture in position and install all the
screws (3 provided). Be careful to not over
tighten the screws and strip out the plastic.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
If you experience a problem with your Light Control, first follow this guide. For additional assistance write to:
Atlas Lighting Products, Inc. • Customer Service Department • P.O. Box 2348 • Burlington, NC 27216
SYMPTOM
Light will
not come
on.
Light comes
on in
daylight.
Light comes
on for no
apparent
reason.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Light switch is turned off.
2. Bulb is loose or burned out.
3. Fuse is blown or circuit breaker is
turned off.
4. Daylight turnoff is in effect
check after dark)
5. Incorrect circuit wiring, if this is a
new installation.
6. Re-aim the sensor to cover desired area.
1. Light Control may be installed in
a relatively dark location.
2. Light Control is in Test.
switch to an ON-TIME position)
1. Light Control may be sensing
small animals or automobile traffic
(Re-aim sensor)
2. Sensitivity is set too high.
duce sensitivity)
.
.
.
(Re-
(Set control
(Re-
SYMPTOM
Light stays on
continuously.
Light flashes
on and off.
.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. The sensor is pointed at nearby
objects that cause heat to trigger
the sensor.
away from nearby objects)
2. The sensor is pointed toward a
heat source like an air vent,
dryer vent, or brightly-painted
heat-reflective surface.
sensor)
1. Heat being reflected from other
objects may be affecting the
sensor.
2. Light Control is in the Test mode
and warming up.
normal under these conditions)
(Aim the sensor
.
(Re-aim sensor)
(Flashing is
(Re-aim
.
FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Atlas Lighting Products, Inc. warrants against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of five years from
the date of purchase for use, and agrees to repair or, at our option, replace a defective unit without charge for
either parts or labor. IMPORTANT: This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse of
abuse, lack of reasonable care, the affixing of any attachment not provided with product, alteration of any
attachments factory installed, loss of parts or subjecting the fixture to any but the specified electrical service.
This warranty does not cover failure of the bulb due to accidents, abuse, misuse, vandalism, power surges, and
acts of nature such as lightning damage. No responsibility is assumed for any special incidental or
consequential damages. Damages occurring during transit are not covered by this warranty-including UPS
shipments. To obtain warranty service, mail sales receipt as proof-of-purchase, date and a brief explanation
of the nature of the defect, to the address listed below. You will receive, by mail, a Return Goods Authorization
number and full instructions for returning defective merchandise. All returned goods must be accompanied
by a Return Goods Authorization number issued by Atlas Lighting Products, Inc.
NOTE: No other warranty, written or verbal, is authorized by Atlas Lighting Products, Inc. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above exclusion and limitations may not apply to you.
For information regarding replacement parts please write to:
Atlas Lighting Products, Inc.
Attn: Customer Service Department
P.O. Box 2348
Burlington, NC 27216
.
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