Lowenergie Dusk till Dawn Assembly instructions

Dusk till Dawn Photocell Light Control Switch
DESIGNED TO SWITCH INDUSTRIAL AND DOMESTIC LIGHTING
Installation and wiring instructions
Please read the instructions fully before attempting installation
These controls are designed to switch a lighting load on and
off automatically at dusk and dawn. The units are
pre-calibrated to switch on at a light level which will ensure
that outdoor lighting is on when required, allowing for a 10
minute warm-up period for sodium or mercury discharge
lighting. They are however, suitable for use with all types of
lighting, i.e. tungsten, fluorescent or discharge.
The calibration is fixed in the factory and is not variable
The units incorporate a time delay to prevent operation by
car headlights, lightning etc..
They are omni-directional and therefore reference to north
light is not necessary.
The kit consists of 3 parts-
•Control Unit
•Socket
•Base holder/bracket.
IMPORTANT
This unit should be installed to current IEE wiring regulations.
Lowenergie is a registered Trademark
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Lowenergie, Warrington, UK

Before starting any electrical work please switch off ALL electricity supply
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
Separate the three units: base holder and bracket, the socket and control unit.
HANDLE THE CONTROL UNIT CAREFULLY TO PREVENT DAMAGE
1. Choose a suitable site for the control as follows:
a) Avoid a position where direct light from any lighting unit can fall on the control.
b) Choose a position out of direct sunlight if possible –this is not essential but is desirable.
c) Mount out of reach of non- authorized persons.
2. Drill two mounting holes for base holder using the bracket as a template and fix to wall or post
(No.8 masonry drill for the No.8*1” woodscrews provided). Holder will accept 20mm conduit
fittings as an alternative to plain cable entry.
ENSURE THAT CABLE USED IS SUITABLE FOE OUTDOOR USE AND OF ADEQUATE
CURRENT CARRYING CAPACITY
3. Wire up the NEMA socket to the following diagram:
NOTE: Lo is the switched live lead, (live only during darkness), use as
phase supply to control gear, or alternatively a contactor coil if the
load is in excess of control rating.
4. Fix the socket into the holder using two no. 8*1”woodlscrews provided ensuring the gasket is
fitted beneath flange of the socket
5. Plug in control unit: the large pin into the large slot ROTATE CLOCKWISE to lock into position.
6. Test by covering cell completely with opaque cover (packing box is ideal) wait for between 40-60 seconds
for time delay to take effect. Remove cover to check switch off action is working.
IMPORTANT:
CELL IS STILL LIVE WHEN LAMP IS OUT THEREFORE ALWAYS ISOLATE SUPPLY TO THE CONTROL BEFORE REMOVING PLUG-IN UNIT
OR SOCKET OR INDEED BEFORE CARRYING OUT WORK OF ANY DESCRIPTION ON THE INSTALLATION. IN THE EVENT OF BREAKAGE
OF THE CONTROL COVER YOU MUST ISOLATE CONTROL IMMEDIATELY FROM SUPPLY BEFORE UNPLUGGING-TAKING CARE TO
AVOID ANY SHARP EDGES THAT MAY REMAIN.
Technical Data
Power Source: 240v AC
Power Frequency: 50~60Hz
Power Current: 10A, max 1800w for incandescent
CE: Approved and Marked
Turn on 10-30 Lux, switch off at 60-90 Lux
Guarantee
This dusk till dawn photocell is guaranteed for a period of 2 years from date of purchase.
Please retain for future reference