Heath Zenith PF-4300-BK User Manual

DualBrite® Diecast

Motion Sensing
Porch Light

Item Model

022246 PF-4300-BK

Meets the ENERGY STAR® guide­lines when Dual Brite® function
is off.

Questions or problems? Before returning to your
retailer, refer to the troubleshooting guide in this
manual or call our technical service department at
1-800-858-8501 (English speaking only), 7:30 am
to 4:30 pm, CST, Monday – Friday.

FEATURES

• Light comes on when motion is detected.

• Automatically turns light off.

• Half power Accent lighting.

• Photocell keeps the light off during daylight
hours.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

• Porch Light

• Easy to use Universal Mounting Bracket

• Mounting Hardware

• Wire Nuts

• Lens Shield

REQUIREMENTS

• The light control requires 120 volts AC.

• If you want to use Manual Mode, the control must
be wired through a switch.

• Some electrical codes require installation by

a qualified electrician.

OPERATION

Mode: On-Time Works: Day Night

Test
Auto
Manual
Accent

Note: When first turned on wait about 1 1/2 minutes

for the circuitry to calibrate.

5 Sec x x

1, 5, or 10 Min x

To Dawn* x

3, 6 Hr. to Dawn x

* resets to Auto Mode at dawn.

TEST

Set the ON-TIME switch
on the sensor to TEST.

ON-TIME

TEST 1 5 10 MIN

AUTO

Set ON-TIME switch to
1, 5, or 10 minutes.

ON-TIME

TEST 1 5 10 MIN

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 10 position.

1 Second OFF
then...

... back on.

Before installation, record the model number
listed inside the fixture. Attach receipt in case
of possible warranty issues.

Model Number:

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MODE SWITCHING SUMMARY

MANUAL MODE

AUTO

TEST

ON-TIME Switch at 1, 5, or
10 minutes

Flip light switch off
for one second then
back on*

* If you get confused while switching modes, turn the
power off for one minute, then back on. After the cali­bration time the control will be in the AUTO mode.

DISASSEMBLE LIGHT FIXTURE

1. Remove two decorative nuts from light fixture
cover.

2. Remove cover from base.

Light Fixture Base

DualBrite® DIMMER CONTROL

Light comes on half bright for selected time after
dusk (Off, 3 hr., 6 hr., until dawn). Selecting OFF
disables this feature. The motion sensing features
will continue to work as described in this manual.
If motion is sensed, the light turns on full bright for
the ON-TIME (1, 5, or 10 minutes) then returns
to dim mode.

Light Fixture Cover

Decorative Nut

3. Remove two decorative nuts from fixture screws
in universal mounting bracket.

4. Remove universal mounting bracket from
base.

Universal
Mounting
Bracket

Decorative Nut

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INSTALL UNIVERSAL MOUNTING

BRACKET

Estimated Installation Time: 30 minutes
Items needed for installation (not included):

• Phillips and flathead screwdrivers

• Pliers • Wire strippers/cutters

• Safety glasses • Light bulb

• Silicon caulk
For best performance, mount the fixture at least

8 feet (2.4 m) above the ground.

WARNING: Turn power off at circuit

breaker or fuse.

WIRING LIGHT FIXTURE

1. Connect the junction box wires and the fixture
wires together as shown in the following dia­grams.

CAUTION: DO NOT remove wire connec­tor from RED wire or connect the RED wire
unless you want to control other lights from
this motion sensor fixture.

2. Twist and secure wires with wire nuts.

1. Tighten the two fixture screws finger tight.

2. Attach universal mounting bracket to junction
box securely with the two screws provided.

Junction Box

Universal Mounting
Bracket

Junction Box Screw

Fixture Screw (Tightened
Finger Tight)

Note: If you have a metal junction box use the recom­mended grounding method shown in the following
illustration. If you are uncertain about the grounding
method, consult your local building code.

Bare Ground Wire

Ground Screw

Pigtail (not
supplied)

Fixture Bare
Ground Wire

Metal Junction
Box

White

to White

Black to Black

Recommended Grounding Method

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Ground

Maximum Load for

Motion Sensor –

200 Watts

Maximum Lamp

Wattage Rating

for Light Fixture –

100 Watts

Maximum Lamp

Wattage Rating

for Light Fixture –

100 Watts

TOTAL Load for

Motion Sensor –

200 Watts

CONTROLLING Fixture

CONTROLLED Fixture 1

to Ground

Black to Black

to White

White

One Motion Sensing Light

to Ground

Ground

Black to Black

to White

White

Two Motion Sensing Lights (Working Independently)

Other Wiring Options

This fixture can be wired to control another standard
or motion sensing light fixture(s). See the following
wiring diagrams for proper connections.

Note: All wiring should be run in accordance with
the National Electrical Code through conduit or
another acceptable means. Contact a qualified

electrician if there is any question as to the
suitability of the system.

When controlling an additional light fixture(s), the
maximum wattage of the motion sensor on this
fixture should be observed. See illustration below
for an example of a maximum lamp wattage load
calculation.

IMPORTANT: When determining the maximum
lamp wattage rating of the fixture to be controlled,
refer to the maximum lamp wattage label on the
fixture and not the wattage rating on the lamp(s)
currently installed in the fixture.

Black to Black

Wiring Motion Sensing Light to Control Standard

to Ground

Ground

Motion Sensing Light

Wiring Motion Sensing Light to Control Another

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to Black

White

to White

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Fixture

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to Black

Red

White

to White

Motion Sensing Light

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Ground

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TEST 1 5 10 MIN

SEN

SITIVITY

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SENSITIVITY

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that either fixture will turn on both lights at the same
time (dual master system). It is recommended that only
people with electrical wiring experience attempt this
configuration. Please call our customer service number
(1-800-858-8501 - English Speaking Only) before
attempting this wiring. If the dual controlled wiring

is not done correctly, it can destroy both motion
sensing fixtures and void your warranty.

INSTALL FIXTURE BASE TO

JUNCTION BOX

1. Push wires into the junction box.

2. Slide light fixture base onto fixture screws and
tighten decorative nuts snugly against the base.

3. Install four candelabra base light bulbs (25
Watts maximum each).

4. Refer to TESTING section before installing
cover.

5. After switches are set and testing is complete,
use the 2 decorative nuts to install the cover.

Junction Box

Sensor
Lens

3. Walk through the coverage area noting where
you are when the lights turn on. In TEST mode,
light will stay on for only 5 seconds then turn
off.

4. Adjust the SENSITIVITY to increase or decrease
the range as needed. Too much sensitivity may
cause false triggering due to heat sources in the
coverage area (see Adjustment of Coverage
Area or Troubleshooting section).

25 Watt Candelabra

Fixture Screw

Base Bulb

Decorative Nut

TESTING

1. 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
wait 1 1/2 minutes.

Note: Meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines when

DualBrite® function is off.

2. Set the ON-TIME switch to the TEST position

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and the DualBrite® switch to the OFF position.

5. Set the amount of ON-TIME you want the light
to stay on after motion is detected (1, 5, or 10
minutes).

6. Set the amount of time you want the light to
stay on in the Accent mode (Off, 3 hours, 6
hours, or dusk-to-dawn).

360°

8 ft. (2.4 m)

30 Feet (9.1 m)
in all Directions

Maximum Range C o v e r a g e
Angle* (Top View)

* Without lens shield installed.

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The sensor is less sensitive to motion directly
towards it and more sensitive to motion across
coverage area.

Motion

Motion

Sensor

Least Sensitive Most Sensitive

ADJUSTMENT OF COVERAGE

AREA

The sensor on this light fixture detects “motion”
by the movement of heat (body heat) across the
coverage area. However, following are examples
of objects that also produce heat and can cause
the sensor to false trigger:

• Pools of Water • Air Conditioners

• Dryer Vents • Fenced-In Animals

• Heating Vents • Automobile Traffic
If you suspect that a heat source of this type is falsely

triggering the sensor and reducing the sensitivity
does not solve the problem, then a lens shield
(included) can be installed. The plastic lens shield
is divided into 6 sections. Each section will reduce the
coverage angle by 30 degrees. Also, the tip of each
section may be removed to change the effective
range of the sensor.

1. Break off the amount of lens shield needed to
block the desired area of coverage.

2. Cut desired amount of foam tape needed to
adhere the lens shield to the sensor lens.

3. Remove paper backing from one side of cut
foam tape and adhere foam tape to inside of
lens shield.

4. Remove paper backing from other side of cut foam
tape and adhere lens shield to sensor lens.

Lens Shield

Sensor
Lens

5. Retest to confirm that the sensor is no longer
false triggering.

Note: To help determine amount of lens shield
required, apply small sections one at a time. Ad­ditional sections can be applied if necessary.

Lens
Shield

Lens
Shield

Portion
Removed

Effective
Coverage Area
(Top View)

Area
Blocked

Area
Blocked

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SPECIFICATIONS

Range ........................... Up to 30 ft. (9.1 m) [varies

Sensing Angle ..............360°

Electrical Load .............. Up to 100 Watt Maximum

Bulb Type ......................Candelabra Base, Type

with surrounding tem­perature].

Tungsten Incandescent
(Up to 25 Watt Maximum
each lamp holder).

“B”, 25 Watt Maximum

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

SYMPTOM
Li g h t w i l l n o t

come on.

Light comes on
in daylight.

Light comes on
for no apparent
reason.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. Light switch is turned off.

2. Bulbs are loose or burned out.

3. Fuse is blown or circuit breaker
is turned off.

4. Daylight turn-off is in effect (re-
check after dark).

5. Incorrect circuit wiring, if this is
a new installation.

1. Sensor may be installed in a
relatively dark location.

2. Sensor is in Test. (Set control

switch to an ON-TIME position.)

1. Sensor may be sensing small
animals or automobile traffic.

(Reduce sensitivity.)

Sensor Capacity ...........Up to 200 Watt (1.7 A.)

Maximum Tungsten In-

candescent

Power Requirements .... 120 VAC, 60 Hz

Operating Modes .......... TEST, AUTO/ACCENT,

and MANUAL MODE

ON-Timer ......................1, 5, 10 minutes

ualBrite

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Timer ..........Off, 3, 6 Hrs, Dusk-to-

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Dawn
HeathCo LLC 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.

SYMPTOM
Light stays on

continuously.

Light flashes on
and off.

Light does not
stay on in Man­ual mode.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. There is a heat source like an
air vent, dryer vent, or brightly­painted, heat-reflective surface in
the coverage area. (Install shield

on sensor in the direction of heat
source.)

2. Light control is in Manual Mode.

(Switch to Auto.)

3. Light control is in DualBr ite®
mode.

4. Sensitivity is set too high. (Reduce
sensitivity.)

1. Sensor is in the Test mode.

in TEST mode, light only stays on
for 5 seconds.)

1. Nearby large, light-colored objects
reflecting light may trigger the
shut-off feature. Do not point other
lights at the sensor.

(While

TECHNICAL SERVICE

Please call 1-800-858-8501 (English speaking only) for assistance before returning

product to store.

If you experience a problem, follow this guide. You may also want to visit our Web site at: www.hzsupport.
com. If the problem persists, call* for assistance at 1-800-858-8501 (English speaking only), 7:30 AM to

4:30 PM CST (M-F). You may also write* to:
HeathCo LLC
P.O. Box 90004, Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004
ATTN: Technical Service
* If contacting Technical Service, please have the following information available: Model Number, Date of

Purchase, and Place of Purchase.

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THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

This is a “Limited Warranty” which gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights
which vary from state to state or province to province.

For a period of three years from the date of purchase, any malfunction caused by factory defective
parts or workmanship will be corrected at no charge to you.

Not Covered -

bulbs, batteries, and other expendable items are not covered by this warranty. Unauthorized service
or modification of the product or of any furnished component will void this warranty in its entirety.
This warranty does not include reimbursement for inconvenience, installation, setup time, loss of
use, unauthorized service, or return shipping charges.

This warranty covers only HeathCo LLC assembled products and is not extended to other equipment
and components that a customer uses in conjunction with our products.

THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION OR CONDITION OF MERCHANT ABILITY OR
THAT THE PRODUCTS ARE FIT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE, AND SPECIFICALLY
IN LIEU OF ALL SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT SHALL BE THE SOLE REMEDY OF THE CUSTOMER AND THERE
SHALL BE NO LIABILITY ON THE PART OF HEATHCO LLC FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY LOSS
OF BUSINESS OR PROFITS, WHETHER OR NOT FORESEEABLE. Some states or provinces do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation
or exclusion may not apply to you. Please keep your dated sales receipt, it is required for all war­ranty requests.

Repair service, adjustment and calibration due to misuse, abuse or negligence, light

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