Atlas MLGC180W User's Manual
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1. Manual mode only works at night because daylight returns the sen sor to AUTO Flip the light switch off for one sec ond then back onto toggle between 1 Second OFF AUTO and MANUAL MODE mern Manual mode works only with the ON TIME switch in the 1 5 or 10 position back on 240 026 A 598 1098 02 Mode Switching Summary Move ON TIME Switch to 1 5 or 10 minutes Flip light switch off for one second then back on MANUAL MODE If you get confused while switching modes turn the power off for one minute then back on After the cali bration time the control will be in the AUTO mode INSTALLATION For easy installation select an existing light with a wall switch for replacement For best performance mount the fixture about 8 ft 2 4 m above the ground NOTE If fixture is mounted higher than 8 ft 2 4 m aiming the sensor down will reduce coverage distance EI Wall Mount Eave Mount For under eave installation the sensor head must be rotated as shown in the next two steps for proper operation and to avoid the risk of electrical shock For eave mount only O Swing the sensor head towards the clamp screw joint Controls Clamp Screw i O Then rotate the sensor head clockwise 180 so the controls face down gt ad Controls gt I Controls lt If the sensor pops out of the ball joint loosen the clamp screw and push the sensor back into2. 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 2721
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4. Atlas Lighting Products GUARDIAN pro 180 Series Models MLGC180B MLGC180W FR Meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines when used with 120 W Max bulbs ES ENERGY STAR Features Turns on lighting when motion is detected Automatically turns lighting off Photocell keeps the lighting off during daylight hours LED indicates motion was sensed day or night This package includes 0 Rubber Plug Plastic Hanger 2 Wire Connectors il Light Control Mounting Bolt QU 2 Shells Mounting Strap 6 Screws 3 sizes included Gasket O 2008 Atlas Lighting Products Inc Requirements The light control requires 120 volts AC If you want to use Manual Mode the control must be wired through a switch Some codes require installation by a qualified electrician e This product is intended for use with the enclosed gasket and with a junction box marked for use in wet locations e e e OPERATION On Time Works Day Night 5 Seconds x x 1 5 or 10 Minutes X To Dawn X Manual resets to Auto Mode at dawn Note When first turned on wait about 1 1 2 minutes for the circuitry to calibrate TEST Putthe ON TIME switch on the bottom ON TIME of the sensor in the TEST position 105 1 TEST AUTO Put the ON TIME switch in the 1 5 ON TIME or 10 minute position lt gt 1051 TEST MANUAL MODE
5. ens Adjustthe bulb holders by loosening the lock nuts but do not rotate the bulb holders more than 180 from the factory setting When screwing in the floodlamps do not overtighten TEST AND ADJUSTMENT O Turn on the circuit breaker and light switch NOTE Sensor has a 1 2 minute warm up period before it will detect motion When first turned on wait 1 2 minutes NOTE Meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines when used with 120 W Max bulbs O Turn the RANGE control to the medium position halfway between MIN and MAX and the ON TIME control to the TEST position ON TIME pr RANGE 1051 Er a i Bottom of Sensor Avoid aiming the control at e Objects that change temperature rapidly such as heating vents and air conditioners These heat sources could cause false triggering e Areas where pets or traffic may trigger the control e Nearby large light colored objects reflecting light may trigger the shut off feature Do not point other lights at the sensor 8 ft ial 2 4 m 70 ft 21 m Maximum Range Maximum Coverage Angle NOTE If fixture is mounted higher than 8 ft 2 4 m aiming the sensor down will reduce coverage distance The detector is less sensitive to motion directly towards it Sensor Least Sensitive Most Sensitive O Loosen the clamp screw in the S lt Clamp sensor ball joint and gently IR Screw rotate the sensor CIO 7 Wal
6. he light control or pointed at nearby objects that cause heat to trigger the light control The light control may be picking up a heat source like an air vent dryer vent or brightly painted heat reflective surface Light control is in manual mode Heat or light from the flood lamps may be turning the light control on and off Heat being reflected from other objects may be turn ing the light control on and off Light control is in the TEST mode and warming up Light may be leaking through the flood lamp reflec tors Light control is detecting its own lights 1 Reposition the flood lamp away from the light control or nearby objects Reduce range Switch light control to AUTO Reposition the flood lamp away from the light con trol Reposition light control Flashing is normal under these conditions Replace the flood lamps with new high quality PAR 38 lamps Make sure the metal lamp protectors are installed Reposition flood lamps to keep area below the light control relatively dark FIVEYEAR 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
7. k through the coverage CY Ball area noting where you are M Joint when the lights turn on also the LED will flash several times when motion is detected Move the sensor head up down or sideways to change the cover Aim Sensor age area Keep the sensorat Down for Short least 1 25 mm away from Coverage the bulbs O Adjust the RANGE as needed RANGE set too high may increase false triggering Aim Sensor O Secure the sensor head by Higher for Long tightening the clamp screw Coverage Do not overtighten the screw Set the amount of TIME you want the lights to stay on after motion is detected 1 5 or 10 minutes AR WARNING Risk of fire Do not aim the bulbs at a combustible surface within 3 ft 1 m 598 1098 02 Operating Modes TEST AUTO and MANUAL MODE 1 5 10 minutes SPECIFICATIONS Up to 70 ft 21 m varies with surrounding temperature Up to 180 Up to 300 Watt Maximum In candescent Up to 150 Watt maximum each bulb holder Time Delay Atlas Lighting Products Inc reserves the right to dis continue products and to change specifications at any time without incurring any obligation to incorporate new features in products previously sold Sensing Angle Electrical Load Power Requirements Replacement Lamp 120 VAC 60 Hz Up to 150 Watt Maximum PAR38 Incandescent or Halogen Not CFL Bulbs TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If you experience a problem with your Light Con
8. the ball joint Tighten the clamp screw when done o 598 1098 02 Wire the Light Control A WARNING Turn power off at circuit breaker or fuse O O O Mounting Black to Strap Remove the existing light fixture Install the mounting strap as shown using two screws that fit your junction box The plastic hanger can be used to hold the fixture while wiring The small end of the plastic hanger can be threaded through the hole in the center of the cover plate The small end then goes into one of the slots on the mounting strap Route the light control s wires through the large gasket holes Twist the junction box wires and fixture wires together as shown Secure with wire connectors Junction box ground wire to green ground screw on fixture 598 1098 02 Mount the Light Control 3 Align the light control cover plate and cover plate gasket Secure with the mounting bolt Align the three slots in the decorative shell with the bulb holder pins Push the shell in and then twist clockwise to lock Repeat for other shell Shell Slot 3 Push the rubber plug firmly into place O If a wet location junction box was not used caulk the wall plate mounting surface with silicone weather sealant To avoid water damage and electrical shock keep bulb holders 30 below horizontal Keep bulbs at least 1 25 mm from the sensor Do not allow the bulbs to block the l
9. trol first follow this guide For additional assistance write to Atlas Lighting Products Inc e Customer Service Department P O Box 2348 Burlington NC 27216 POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Lights will not come 1 Flood lamp is loose or burned out Fuse is blown or circuit breaker is turned off Daylight turn off is in effect Incorrect circuit wiring if this is a new installation Light control aimed in wrong direction Light switch is turned off Turn light switch on Check flood lamp and replace if burned out Replace fuse or turn circuit breaker on Recheck after dark Verify wiring is correct Re aim light control to cover desired area Lights come on in day light Light control may be installed in a relatively dark location Light control is in TEST The fixture is operating normally under these condi tions Set control switch to 1 5 or 10 minutes Lights come on for no apparent reason 1 Light control may be sensing small animals or auto 2 mobile traffic Range is set too high 1 Re aim light control 2 Reduce range Lights turn off too late in Dusk to Dawn setting Light control may be installed in a relatively dark loca tion Relocate light control Lights stay on continu ously Lights flash on and off Lights flash once then stay off in manual mode 598 1098 02 f A flood lamp is positioned too close to t
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