USER’S MANUAL
MOTION SENSING
HANDS-FREE SOCKET
at. PIR 725
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120VAC, 60 Hz, 100W Max.
US Patent D320,595
© 2009 BRK Brands, Inc. All rights reserved.
This user’s manual contains important information about your Motion
Sensing Hands Free Socket’s operation. If you are installing this unit for use
by others, you must leave this manual—or a copy of it—with the end user.
Distributed by BRK Brands, Inc., Aurora, IL 60504-8122
Consumer Affairs: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-5pm (Central Time):
(800) 323-9005. Internet: www.firstalert.com
The First Alert®Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket senses your approach
and automatically turns on the light. The light remains on as long as the
motion sensor detects activity in the room, turning the light off approximately
4 minutes after you leave the area.
The Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket is ideal for walk-in closets, laundry
room, utility room or basement. It offers the convenience of automatic lighting
where you might otherwise have to search for a wall switch or pull string.
Use the Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket in any area or room that is
equipped with a
The motion sensor is not designed for use with an enclosed or shaded
bulb of any kind. Use only with a ceiling-mounted, bare bulb light socket.
DO NOT use with halogen bulbs.
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ceiling-mounted, bare bulb light socket.
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SPECIAL FEATURES
The Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket:
• Detects motion in all directions–approximately 360º.
• Senses activity at a distance of 12 feet (when mounted at a height of 8
feet above the floor).
• Turns the light off automatically approximately 4 minutes after movement
in the area stops.
• Works in full daylight, in darkness, and at any light level in between.
• Uses a standard incandescent bulb up to 100 watts or a compact
fluorescent bulb up to 50 watts.
WHERE TO MOUNT THE UNIT
Be sure the socket selected is at least 12 inches from any wall or door.
Choose
any ceiling-mounted, bar
Motion Sensing Hands Fr
feet, the
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person five feet tall at a distance of 12 feet. If the Motion Sensing Hands Free
Socket is mounted higher than 8 feet, it will “see” somewhat farther
e bulb light socket. Mounted at a height of
ee Socket will sense the approach of a
Model
PIR 725
. If it is
mounted lower than 8 feet,
it will not “see” quite as
ar. Do not mount the
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Motion Sensing Hands
Free Socket higher than
0 feet from the floor.
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LIMITATIONS OF MOTION SENSING
HANDS FREE SOCKET
This Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket:
• Is for indoor use only.
• Requires AC power to function properly. If AC power to the unit is cut
off, it will not work.
Is NOT intended to serve as a safety or security device. It is designed
•
for convenience only.
This Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket will not work properly if:
• The socket to which it is connected is defective or if the bulb is
burned out.
• It is used with anything other than a ceiling-mounted, bare bulb
light socket.
Although the Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket
detects changes in temperature, it is not intended to
be used as a heat and/or fire detector. Consult NFPA
Standard 72, National Fire Alarm Code, for residential
smoke detection and fire protection guidelines.
Although this Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket detects
motion 360º, the unit responds more effectively at each
180º point. (See figure right.) The 180º points are marked
on the top of the unit by arrows. After installing the unit,
rotate it until either arrow faces the general direction of the
path people will most likely cross.
In hot temperature environments over 90 degrees Fahrenheit, use a maximum
75W bulb.
This device is designed for INDOOR USE ONLY. Do not allow it to get wet.
Infrared cannot penetrate glass or plastic. Do not
use in a glass-enclosed light or shaded lamp.
USE ONLY WITH A CEILING-MOUNTED, BARE
BULB LIGHT SOCKET.
INSTALLING THE MOTION SENSOR
Never touch the Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket, bulb, or socket with
wet hands or when the floor is damp or wet.
Turn the light OFF when installing the unit.
1. Turn the power to the light socket you have
chosen OFF.
2. Remove the light bulb from the socket.
3. Screw the Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket
directly into the empty socket.
4. Screw the light bulb into the Motion Sensing Hands
ee Socket.
Fr
n the power ON. After several seconds, the light
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5.
The unit is now ready to operate automatically.
It is possible that the light may turn off while you are
within the sensing area. For example, you may have
been standing still.
n on. The light will r
will tur
4 minutes after you leave the area. (A built-in delay of
several seconds allows the light bulb to cool before
the motion sensor is able to detect motion again.)
emain on for approximately
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he lights do not turn on 1. Bulb is burned out
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hen movement is detected 2. Power switch is OFF
The lights turn on and off 1. Bulb is more than 100 watts
repeatedly 2. Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket must be mounted at
The light stays on 1. Bulb is more than 100 watts
continuously 2. Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket must be mounted at
Sensing range is reduced 1. Very warm temperatures can temporarily reduce the
NOTE: If the Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket is less than 12 inches away from a
door or wall, reduce bulb wattage or apply masking or electrical tape over a portion of
the sensor lens in direct line with the wall or door to reduce reflection.
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3. Rotate directional alignment arrows
4. Bulb wattage may be too low
least 12 inches from any wall or door
3. Heat sources in target area
least 12 inches from any wall or door
3. Heat sources in target area
Temporary power failure–turn light off and on again
4.
sensing range of the Motion Sensing Hands Free
Socket
CLEANING AND REPAIRING
To clean the Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket:
1. Turn the light OFF.
2. Remove the Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket and bulb from
the light socket.
3. Wipe the unit with a soft cloth.
Do not allow the unit to get wet or be submerged in water.
Never touch the Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket, bulb, or socket with
wet hands or when the floor is damp or wet.
Always turn the light OFF when cleaning.
Do not attempt to repair your Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket yourself. If
it does not appear to be working properly and it is still under warranty, return
it to BRK Brands, Inc. If the unit is no longer under warranty, please discard it
and replace it with a new unit.
Do not use harsh cleaners of any kind.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Coverage: BRK Brands, Inc. warrants its enclosed Motion Sensing Hands Free
Socket to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use
for a period of three years from the date of purchase. During the first year after
the date of purchase, BRK Brands, Inc. will replace any defective Motion Sensing
Hands Free Socket without charge. During the next two years, BRK Brands, Inc.
will replace any defective Motion Sensing Hands Free Socket at a charge to you
not to exceed BRK Brands, Inc.’s cost. This is your exclusive warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail
purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. Dealers, service centers, or
retail stores selling this product do not have the right to alter, modify or any way
change the terms and conditions of this warranty. In new construction, if your
Motion Sensing Hands Free Sockets were installed by a contractor, this warranty
is valid for the homeowner at the time of installation from the date of original
installation and is not transferable.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any
of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage
or current, or use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair or
alteration by anyone other than BRK Brands, Inc. Further, the warranty does not
cover acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes.
BRK Brands, Inc. shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages
caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent
prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for
a particular purpose is limited in duration for 3 years. Some states, pr
jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights that vary fr
province to province.
Service: Units that are under warranty and require service, please contact the
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