Timeguard SLB2300, SLW2300 Installation Instructions

2300W PIR Light Controller

Model: SLB2300 – Black

Model: SLW2300 – White

I n s t allat ion & O perating Instructions

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1. General Information

These instructions should be read carefully and retained for further reference
and maintenance.

2. Safety

• Before installation or maintenance, ensure the mains supply to the
PIR sensor is switched off and the circuit supply fuses are removed
or the circuit breaker turned off.

• It is recommended that a qualified electrician is consulted or used for
the installation of this PIR sensor and install in accordance with the
current IEE wiring and Building Regulations.

• Check that the total load on the circuit including when this PIR
sensor is fitted does not exceed the rating of the circuit cable,
fuse or circuit breaker.

3. Technical Specifications

• 230V AC 50 Hz

• This PIR is of Class l construction and should be earthed

• Motion Detection Range: Up to 12m at 2.5m mounting height

• Detection Angle: 180°

• Maximum Switching Load: 250W LED, 1000W Halogen,
Compact Fluorescent 400W
Fluorescent tube w/o PF correction 500W

• Not suitable for use with Discharge Lighting

• Time ON Adjustment: 5 seconds to 18 minutes

• Dusk Level Adjustment: Day & Night or Night time only operation

• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +40°C

• IP55 Rated suitable for restricted external applications

• CE Compliant

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4. Introduction

The SLB/W2300 utilises passive infrared technology to detect heat radiation
of moving human bodies. Upon detection, the attached lighting load will
illuminate for a user-determined period of time. An integral daylight sensor
ensures all day or night-only operation.

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5. Selecting a Location

• The motion detector has number of detection zones, at various vertical
and horizontal angles as shown (see diagram A).

• A moving human body needs to cross/enter one of these zones to activate
the sensor. The best all-round coverage is achieved with the unit mounted
at the optimum height of 3 metres.

• Careful positioning of the sensor will be required to ensure optimum
performance (see diagram A detailing detection range and direction).

• The sensor is more sensitive to movement ACROSS its field of vision
than to movement directly TOWARDS (see diagram B). Therefore position
the unit so that the sensor looks ACROSS the likely approach path.

• Avoid positioning the sensor where there are any sources of heat
in the detection area (extractor fans, tumble dryer exhausts etc.)
including opposite any other light sources such as other security lights.

• Reflective surfaces (i.e. pools of water or white painted walls)
and overhanging branches may cause false activation under
extreme conditions.

• During extreme weather conditions the motion sensor may exhibit
unusual behaviour. This does not indicate a fault with the sensor.
Once normal weather conditions return, the sensor will resume
normal operation.

6. Installation

• An isolating switch should be installed to the switch the power ON & OFF.
This allows the sensor to be easily switched OFF when not required for
maintenance purposes.

• Remove the back plate from the PIR sensor (see diagram F).

• Mark the position of the fitting holes. Drill the holes. Insert the rawl
plugs into the holes.

• Pass the supply cable through the cable entry point on the back plate,
ensuring the grommet(s) is used to maintain the IP rating of the
PIR sensor.

• Fix the back plate to the wall. Take care not to over-tighten the screws
to prevent damage to the back plate. If using a power screwdriver,
use the lowest torque setting

• Terminate the cable into the terminal block ensuring correct polarity
is observed and that all bare conductors are sleeved (see below details
on connection).

7. Connection

Connect the mains supply cable to the terminal block on the back plate
as follows (see connection diagram E):

NEUTRAL (Blue) N

EARTH (Green/Yellow)

LIVE (Brown) L

Connect the cable from the lighting load to the terminal block on the
backplate as follows;

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EARTH (Green/Yellow)

NEUTRAL (Blue) N

SWITCH LIVE (Brown) L

Ensure all connections are secure.

Line the unit up with the back plate, apply pressure to both sides of the unit
until both catches click into place to ensure a weatherproof seal.

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8. Setting Up

Walk Test Procedure

• The sensor will rotate from left to right, and tilt up or down. Adjust the
sensor to point in the required direction and angle down to limit forward
range as required.

• Set the two adjustment controls on the underside of the unit
(see diagram C) to the following positions:
TIME – Fully anti-clockwise
DUSK – Fully clockwise.

• Turn the power to the unit on. The lamp will illuminate for approximately
35 seconds. This indicates the unit is wired correctly. The unit is in
Automatic Mode when the light turns off.

• If the detection area is too small for your requirements, try angling the
sensor head up. This will increase the detection area. Angling the head
downwards will reduce the detection area should a smaller coverage
be required.

Setting Up for Automatic Operation

• When walk tests are complete, the unit can be adjusted for automatic
operation:
The TIME setting controls how long the unit remains illuminated following
activation & after all motion ceases. (See diagram C, the time adjustment
knob is indicated by the ‘Clock’ symbol).

• The minimum time (fully anti-clockwise) is approx. 5 seconds, whilst the
maximum time (fully clockwise) is approximately 15 minutes.

• Set the control to the desired setting between these limits.

• The DUSK control determines the level of darkness required for the unit to
start operating (see diagram C). The DUSK adjustment knob is indicated
by the ‘Moon’ and ‘Sun’ symbols).

• Set the light threshold to maximum (fully clockwise/Sun end), then turn
the control anti-clockwise about three quarters of the way round to the
Moon end. This will give operation after DUSK approximately.

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• For a more accurate setting of the DUSK control turn it fully anti-clockwise
(Moon end) and leave for at least 20 seconds for the unit to settle.

• When the ambient light level reaches that required for DUSK, adjust the
DUSK control a small amount clockwise pausing to try to get the unit
to detect and turn the lights under control ON by moving a hand
slowly backwards and forwards across the front of the detector lens
for around 5 seconds.

• Continue to turn the control small amounts in a clockwise direction,
stopping after each adjustment to try to get the unit to detect as above.

• Eventually detection will occur and the DUSK level is now set as required.

9. Masking the Sensor Lens

• To reduce the sensor coverage, preventing detection in unwanted areas,
mask the sensor lens using the lens mask sticker supplied (see diagram D).

• The top section of the lens covers long range detection, the bottom covers
short range. Similarly the left and right lens sections cover the left and
right detection area respectively.

• Mask the sensor to suit your installation.

10. Manual Override Mode

• The light can be switched ON for longer time periods by use of the
Manual Override Mode. This can be activated at night time (only) by using
the internal wall switch or circuit breaker. Switch the internal wall switch
once (OFF/ON) within 1.5 seconds.

• The unit will now illuminate continuously for 6 hours or until
it is switched back into Auto Mode.

• To return to Auto Mode, switch the internal wall switch OFF
and then back ON again within 1.5 seconds.

• The unit will return to its Auto Mode and will operate as set up
after the walk test procedure.

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11. Accessing Terminals

After Installation

• This may be necessary to add further lighting for instance and the
following procedure for removing the unit from its backplate should
be followed:-

• Insert a flat blade screwdriver in the catch at the sides of the unit
and lever it outwards (as indicated in diagram F, Step 1).

• The terminals are now accessible. If adding lighting, ensure the unit’s
rating is not exceeded.

12. Troubleshooting Guide

Problem

• Lamp stays ON

all the time
night and day.

• Lamp stays ON all

the time at night,
or PIR keeps activating
at random for no
apparent reason.

Solution

Check wiring connections.
Wires to L and L

The unit may be suffering from false activation.
Cover the sensor lens completely with black
pvc tape. This will prevent the sensor from

‘seeing’ anything. If the unit now switches

off after the set time duration and does not
re-activate, this indicated that the problem was
caused by false activation. The problem may be
solved by slightly adjusting the direction/angle
of the sensor head (see section 8. Setting up).
If however, the unit continues to remain ON
or to operate randomly then the unit is faulty
and should be replaced.

You may not be allowing the unit time to
complete its warm-up period. Stand well out
of the detection range and wait (the warm-up
period should never exceed 5 minutes).

Occasionally, winds may activate the sensor.

terminals may be transposed.

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• PIR sensor will not

operate at all.

• PIR sensor will not

operate at night.

• Unit activates during

the daytime

• PIR coverage is

poor/sporadic

• Detection range

varies from day
to day.

Sometimes passages between buildings etc.
can cause a ‘wind tunnel’ effect.

Ensure the unit is not positioned so as to
allow detection of cars/people using public
thoroughfares adjacent to your property.

Ensure that the unit is mounted securely,
even the slightest movement can result in
a false detection.

Check that the power is switched ON at the
circuit breaker/internal wall switch.

Turn OFF the power to the unit and check the
wiring connections as per the diagram
(see 7. Connection).

Ensure no connections are loose.

Check the bulb (if it’s replaceable).

If the bulb has failed, replace (do not hold the
bulb directly with fingers, use a tissue or clean
dry cloth). Ensure the bulb is seated correctly
in the bulb holder.

Refer to section 8. Setting Up for DUSK
control adjustment.

Refer to section 8. Setting Up for DUSK
control adjustment.

Unit may be poorly located. See Section 5.
Selecting a Location and re-locate the unit.

PIR sensors are influenced by climatic conditions.
The colder the ambient temperature, the more
effective the sensor will be. You may need to
make seasonal adjustments to the sensor head
position to ensure trouble-free operation all
year round.

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3 Year Guarantee

In the unlikely event of this product becoming faulty due to defective material
or manufacture within 3 years of the date of purchase, please return it to
your supplier in the first year with proof of purchase and it will be replaced
free of charge. For years 2 and 3 or any difficulty in the first year,
telephone the helpline on 020 8450 0515.

Note: A proof of purchase is required in all cases. For all eligible replacements
(where agreed by Timeguard) the customer is responsible for all shipping/
postage charges outside of the UK. All shipping costs are to be paid in
advance before a replacement is sent.

If you experience problems, do not immediately return the unit

to the store. Telephone the Timeguard Customer Helpline;

HELPLINE

020 8450 0515

or email [e-mail]

Qualified Customer Support Co-ordinators will be on-line

to assist in resolving your query.

For a product brochure please contact:

Timeguard Limited.

Victory Park, 400 Edgware Road,

London NW2 6ND

Sales Office: 020 8452 1112

or email [e-mail]

T.W – December 2022

www.timeguard.com

67-058-531 (Issue 5)