10. Troubleshooting
If your Tool Light does not work after following the instructions in this manual please try the
following steps.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
Light fails
to switch
on
• Power is not turned on
• The light is wired incorrectly
• The PIR is not detecting movement
• Ambient light conditions are too
bright
• Turn on indoor switch or check fuse.
• Check wiring is as shown in the
wiring diagram
• Adjust the angle and direction of the
PIR. For best results test by walking
across the beam
Light fails
to switch
off
• The TIME value is set too high
• The light is wired incorrectly
• Frequent changes in heat movement
are being detected
• Turn on Time knob to the left to
reduce the ON time
• Check wiring is as shown in the
wiring diagram
• Check sensing area for possible heat
sources (e.g., air vents, moving
vehicles, moving trees) and
reposition the sensor or alter the
Range control downwards.
Light keeps
turning
on and off
(cycling)
• Changes in heat are being detected
from a fixed heat source
• Changes in heat are being detected
from a moving object
• Light and/or heat are being reflected
back onto the sensor
• Sudden temperature changes due to
storms or high winds
• Check the sensing are for air vents,
light fittings or fans and either
reposition the sensor or adjust the
aim
• Check the sensing are for moving
vehicles, animals, pedestrians and
moving trees and adjust the aim of
the sensor accordingly
• Adjust the aim of the sensor or paint
reflective surfaces with a dull finish
• Turn the sensor off until the storm
passes or install in a sheltered
position
Sensor
operates
differently
in hot and
cold
conditions
• Temperature differences are
affecting the sensitivity of the sensor
• Turn the sensibility (Range) control
knob toward the maximum end
for summer (hot conditions) and
toward the minimum for winter (cold
conditions). This compensates for
variations in temperature