SunSetter Somfy User manual

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or Call Toll Free 800-670-7071
NOTE: The Rain Sensor is a wireless radio transmitter compatible to work with SunSetter Awnings
operated by a Remote Transmitter. This is a solar powered device that enables the Awning to be closed
automatically during rain.
For interest in Sun Sensing functionality, please contact Somfy® directly to purchase a Somfy® Soliris
Remote (not carried by SunSetter).
Tools Needed:
Electric Drill or Phillips Screwdriver, Ladder, Helper, Flat Head Screwdriver (to open Hatch and turn
Threshold Dials), Zip Ties (if installing via Pole Mount met
hod)
Parts Supplied:
Sensor, Mounting Plate, Round Head Wood Screw x2, Aluminum Gutter-
Mount Bracket, Socket
Head Screw x2, Flat Head Screw x2, Nylon Locking Nut x2
Before Beginning
:
•Familiarize yourself with the components of the Rain Sensor, as shown in
Figure 1
.
•Confirm your SunSetter Awning is plugged in to a working GFCI outlet.
WARNINGS:
•FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY! PLEASE READ THESE
INSTRUCTIONS IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO COMPLETE THIS PROCESS.
•THE SENSOR DOES NOT OPERATE IN TEMPERATURES UNDER 32°F(0°C) OR ABOVE 140°F(60°C).
•STANDING WATER, SNOW, OR FROST DOES NOT ACTIVATE THE SENSOR. THIS SENSOR WILL NOT
PROTECT YOUR AWNING FROM HEAVY SNOW. IF WEATHER CONDITIONS PRESENT THIS SORT OF RISK,
ENSURE THAT THE AWNING REMAINS CLOSED.
•BE SURE THAT NO OBJECT OR PERSONS CAN COME IN CONTACT WITH THE AWNING AS IT CLOSES OR
OPENS, WHILE UNATTENDED.
Figure 1

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If you have a multi-channel remote, confirm correct channel is selected.
1. Press down arrow button on remote to open awning.
Note:If down arrow button closes awning instead of opening, Motor
Reset procedure is required.
•For motorized awnings mounted on the home, follow Appendix D of
your awning’s owner’s manual.
•For stand-alone Oasis awnings, follow Appendix D of your awning’s
owner’s manual.
2. Charge Sensor:
•10 minutes in direct sunlight will provide operation charge.
•For most efficient charging, open hatch and move all switches to OFF position.
Prepare Awning
3. Turn on Rain Sensing configuration switch. See Figure 5
Sensor Set-Up
4. Choose sensitivity:
a. Factory Default: 12 o’clock position (arrow pointing up)
•Light rain
b. More sensitive: turn left
•Very light rain/heavy mist/heavy condensation
c. Less sensitive: turn right
•Very heavy rain
Figure 6
Figure 5
Figure 4
Figure 3
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5. Program Sensor to the awning motor:
a. Using something small, such as a paper clip, press & hold
programming button on back of remote until awning jogs.
b. Open hatch on back of Sensor and hold programming button
(see Figure 8) until awning motor jogs again.
Figure 7
Figure 8
Confirm Sensor Settings
Demo mode is used to test rain sensing without standard wait times.
6. Press and release Demo button.
•Awning will jog, and Sensor's LED status lights will alternate blinks.
7. Close hatch to protect interior of Sensor during testing.
8. Simulate desired amount of rainfall by applying water to face of Sensor.
•Awning will automatically close – allow awning to stop on its own at
closed position.
9. Once awning has fully closed, simulate end of rainfall by drying Sensor.
•Awning will unlock and re-open after 3 seconds.
Figure 9
When Demo mode has timed out, Sensor will resume Normal operation mode.
If rain is detected in Normal mode, Sensor will immediately close awning.
When rain stops, Sensor will wait approximately 15 minutes before unlocking and re-opening awning.
The time delay feature confirms that weather conditions have truly changed before re-opening awning.
Note: Demo mode will time out after 2 minutes. To exit Demo mode before the 2-minute time-out,
press Demo button again. Status lights will blink once together to confirm Demo has ended.
Figure 10

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Mount Sensor
Wall Mount
Figure 13
1. Remove mounting plate from Sensor:
a. Push bracket clips down gently, towards main body of
Sensor.
b. Slide mounting plate out of Sensor.
Bracket Clips
Figure 11
2. Use the two provided round head wood screws to attach mounting plate to the wall.
3. Slide Sensor back onto mounting plate by
pressing bracket clips down gently towards
main body of Sensor and sliding plate in,
until you hear a click.
Note: Ensure front tabs move into top slot, and
back tabs move into lower slot.
Pole Mount
1. Remove mounting plate from Sensor:
a. Push bracket clips down gently, towards main body of Sensor.
See Figure 11
b. Slide mounting plate out of Sensor.
2. Use two zip ties (not provided) to secure curved side of
mounting plate to pole.
3. Slide Sensor back onto mounting plate by pressing bracket clips
down gently towards main body of Sensor and sliding plate in,
until you hear a click.
Note:Ensure front tabs move into top slot, and back tabs move
into lower slot. See Figure 15
Choose best mounting location and method for Sensor.
•Sensor should be exposed to as much rain as possible, as close to awning as possible.
•Sensor can be mounted to a wall, gutter, or pole. Choose appropriate section below.
Figure 12
Figure 14
Figure 15

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Gutter Mount
1. Remove mounting plate from Sensor:
a. Push bracket clips down gently, towards main body of
Sensor. See Figure 11
b. Slide mounting plate out of Sensor.
2. Using the two provided flat head screws and nylon locking
nuts, attach flat side of mounting plate to long side of
gutter mount bracket.
3. Hook short side of gutter mount bracket over edge of gutter,
and secure with the two provided socket head screws.
4. Slide Sensor back onto mounting plate by pressing bracket clips down gently towards main body of
Sensor and sliding plate in, until you hear a click. See Figure 12
Note: Ensure front tabs move into top slot, and back tabs move into lower slot.
Figure 16
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Problem
Cause
Action
Awning does not close
when rain begins.
Longer wait time needed
for Sensor to react.
See "Sensor Time Delays" table on page 3 for normal
time delays.
Rain sensing is not turned
on.
Open hatch & check switches. Rain Sensor switch
(switch 1) should be in the up position.
Rain sensitivity is set too
high.
Open hatch & check position of rain sensing dial.
Follow guide in Figure 6, pg. 2. to adjust sensitivity.
Sensor is not charged. Ensure Sensor is face up in direct sunlight to charge
for at least 10 minutes.
LED status lights do not
blink. Sensor is not charged. Ensure Sensor is positioned face up in direct sunlight to charge for at least 10 minutes.
Awning opens or closes
too often. Sensitivity is set too low. Open hatch & follow guide in Figure 6, page 2, to adjust sensitivity.
Deleting Sensor from Motor’s Memory
1. Press programming button (See Figure 7) on back of remote until motor "jogs". A "jog" is a short back
and forth movement of the motor.
2. Open hatch on back of Sensor and press Sensor's programming button (See Figure 8) until awning jogs
again. The Sensor is now deleted from the motor's memory.
Recommended Annual Maintenance for Rain Sensor
•Ensure Sensor is kept clean and regularly check for correct operation. If Sensor’s surface is dirty, gently
wipe clean using a soft cloth and mild cleaning agent.
•Do not use abrasive products or solvents to clean the Sensor.
•Do not clean Sensor using a water spray or high-pressure cleaning methods.
Troubleshooting
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November 28, 2022
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