Heath Zenith SL-6105 User Manual 2

Motion Sensor
Wall Switch

OFF ON

AUTO

Included are:

• The sensor switch

• Cover plate

• 3 wire connectors

• 2 large screws

• 2 small screws.

INSTALLATION

SELECT A LOCATION

The sensor is more sensitive to motion across the
front of the sensor than to motion towards the
sensor.
The detector senses heat in motion and possibly
heat sources that change temperature quickly.
Therefore, to avoid false triggering, avoid plac­ing the sensor where it will be aimed at air
conditioners, heaters, and other sources of heat
or cold.

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SL-6105

The SL-6105 Motion Sensor Wall Switch detects motion to turn on
lights for an adjustable amount of time. A built-in photo cell can be
set to keep lights off when the lights aren’t needed. The unit has
excellent sensitivity and a wide 150° detection range. It can be used
with incandescent lighting as well as rapid start fluorescent lighting.
Installation is as easy as replacing a wall switch. However, some
codes require installation by a qualified electrician.

• 150° motion detection angle

• Adjustable on-time from 5 sec. to 20 min.

• Adjustable photocell

• Works with incandescent and rapid start
fluorescent lighting

• Works with motors up to 1/8 hp

• Slide switch selectable OFF, ON, and AUTO modes

Features include:

30 ft.
(9.1 m)

15 ft. (4.6 m) 0

Figure 1 - Typical Plan View of
Coverage

WARNING: Turn power off at the

circuit breaker before wiring.

INSTALLING SENSOR

Removing Control Panel Cover

1. Remove the decorative cover plate (secured
by two small screws).

2. Press in with screwdriver as shown in Figure 2.
Swing control panel cover out to remove.

NO

AUTO

OFF

Control Panel
Cover

Figure 2 - Removing Control Panel Cover

1. Remove existing wall switch from junction

2. Connect electrical leads of sensor as shown

3. Mount sensor into junction box using two

4. For test purposes, use a small screwdriver to

5. Set mode selection switch to the AUTO

Typical Installation

box.

in Figure 3. Before installing sensor into
junction box, make sure there is no wire

exposed at each connection.

large mounting screws provided.

turn the TIME control fully counterclock­wise and the LIGHT control fully clockwise.
Turn the power back on at the circuit breaker.

position. When unit stabilizes (about 1
minute), the sensor is ready to detect motion.
If sensor detects motion, the lights will turn
on. The lights will turn off 5 seconds after
motion is no longer detected.

To Lighting Load

Black

Control
Panel

++

Mode
Selection
Switch

TIME LIGHT

Black Line

Figure 3 - Connecting Electrical Leads of Sensor

2

Lighting Load

Green ground wire to
junction box screw or
grounding wire.

Neutral
Return

“Hot”

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ADJUSTMENTS

The length of time that the lights stay on is
adjustable from 5 seconds to 20 minutes. Use a
small Phillips screw driver to adjust the TIME
control (see Figure 4). Turn control clockwise to
increase the time and counterclockwise to de­crease the time.

You can adjust the sensor’s sensitivity to existing
light. Use a small Phillips screw driver to adjust
the LIGHT control (see Figure 4). By turning the
control fully clockwise, the sensor will turn lights
on even in full daylight. By turning the control
fully counterclockwise, the sensor will only turn
lights on when the existing light is very low.

1. When the existing light in the room is at the

level you want the lights to turn on, set the
mode selection switch to the AUTO position.

2. Adjust the TIME control to the 5 second

position (fully counterclockwise).

3. Adjust the LIGHT control to the minimum

dark position (fully counterclockwise).

4. Wait for the lights to turn off.

5. Slightly turn the LIGHT control clockwise.

Wait 2 seconds, then move your hand in
front of the sensor. If lights controlled by the
sensor do not come on, repeat this step until
they do. The light will now come on when
the light level is at or below the present level
and motion is detected.

Time

Light Level

Adjusting the Photocell

Any Light
Level

5 Sec.

20 min.

++

TIME LIGHT

Figure 4 - Time and Light Adjustments

COMPLETING INSTALLATION

1. Replace control panel cover and attach the
decorative wall plate. In installations where
the Heath®/Zenith motion sensor switch is
combined with other switches or outlets on
an expanded box, you will need to purchase
a combination wall plate. Various combina­tion wall plates are available at home centers
and electrical supply stores.

2. Slide the mode selection switch a couple
times to make sure it moves freely.

Dark (low
light level)

USING MOTION SENSOR

WALL SWITCH

MODE SELECTION SWITCH

This switch allows you to selects one of three
modes of operation: OFF, AUTO, or ON.

OFF: Lights stay off.
AUTO: Lights automatically come on when mo-

tion is detected and the existing light is below the
set level.
ON: Lights stay on continuously.

Electrical Input ............................................................................................................ 120V, 60 Hz.

SPECIFICATIONS

Fluorescent Load ............................... 30 Watts minimum, Up to 400 Watts Maximum Rapid Start

Motor Load ................................................................................................. Up to 1/8 HP Maximum

Incandescent ...................................................................... Up to 500 Watts Maximum at 120VAC

On-Time ....................................................................... Adjustable approximately 5 sec. to 20 min.

Photocell Sensor ..................................................................... From full daylight to less than 1 FC.

Coverage ..............................up to 15 ft. (4.6 m) at 150°, up to 30 ft. (9.1 m) in front of the sensor

DESA Specialty Products™ 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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TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM
Light does

not come
on.

Lights do
not stay on
in the AUTO
mode.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. Circuit breaker or fuse is
turned off.

2. If the lamp being controlled
has another switch, it may
be turned off.

3. Bulb is defective.

4. LIGHT control is set too far
toward the dark position.

5. Mode switch is set to OFF
instead of AUTO.

6. Poor connection.

1. Motion has stopped in the
room.

2. TIME control is set for too
short a delay.

SYMPTOM
Light does

not turn off.

Light comes
on for no
reason in
the AUTO
mode.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. Incorrect wiring.

2. Mode switch is set to ON
instead of AUTO.

3. Motion is still present.

4. Delay set by TIME control
has not yet expired.

1. Heating or cooling objects
(such as air vents, appliances,
or drafts through the wall box)
are causing false triggering.

2. Switch on the sensor has
been turned off and back on.

3. There was a momentary
power interruption. The light
will turn off automatically
when the “on” time expires.

TECHNICAL SERVICE

If you experience a problem, follow this guide. You may also want to visit our Web site at: www.desatech.com. If the
problem persists, call* for assistance at 1-800-858-8501, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM CST (M-F). You may also write* to:
DESA Specialty Products™
P.O. Box 90004, Bowling Green, KY 42102-9004
ATTN: Technical Service Specialty Products
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Purchase, and Place of Purchase.

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replacement, return the product to the place of purchase.
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