Vaxcel T0173 Instruction manual

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Important to Know:
1. If you are not familiar with state and local electrical
codes, it is recommended that you consult with a
qualified electrician.
2. This fixture requires a 120 VAC, 60 Hz power
source.
3. For general safety and to avoid any possible
damage to the sensor, be sure the power is
switched "off" before adjustment.
Maximum Wattage: 35 W
Working Temperature Range: - 4°F ~ 113° F
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
NOTES: 1. Before installing, consult local electrical codes for wiring and grounding requirements.
2. READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
T0173 / T0174
Features:
1. Energy saving LED fixture.
2. Motion sensor: turns light ON automatically when
motion is detected and turns light OFF automatically
when motion stops.
3. Photocell keeps the light OFF during daylight hours.
4. When in manual override mode, use wall switch
to keep the light ON during the night.
WARNING:
TO AVOID RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, BE SURE TO SHUT OFF
POWER BEFORE INSTALLING OR SERVICING THIS FIXTURE.
Note: Fixture can be wall mounted or eave mounted.
Wall Mounted Eave Mounted
Read notes section on page.4 for addictional information about mounting location of fixture.
Light fixture and sensor should be mounted as shown above when installed (depending upon type of installation)
Before installing the light fixture under an eave, 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 mounted only:
Swing the sensor head towards the mounting bracket. Rotate the sensor head clockwise 180˚ so the controls face down.
Controls
Mounting Bracket Controls
Controls
Hardware Package (included):
Mounting Bracket Screw Fixture Mounting Screw
Mounting Strap Wire Nut X3
Mounting Screw X2
#8/32X1/2 in
Mounting Screw X2
#6/32 X1/2 in
Mounting Screw X2
#10/24 X1/4 in

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Installation Steps
1. The fixture mounting bracket is pre-assembled on the light fixture.
Unscrew the fixture mounting screw in order to remove the mounting
bracket.
2. Install the mounting strap to the outlet box with the stamped word
“FRONT” facing away from the outlet box, using two mounting
screws that best fit the outlet box. Mounting bracket should sit
flush against wall surface when secured.(Choose one matching
pair of suitable mounting screws from the 3 pairs provided)
3. Pull out the source wires from the outlet box. Make wire connections
using wire nuts as follows:
---Connect the black wire from the fixture to the “hot” wire from the
power source. (usually black)
---Connect the white wire from the fixture to the neutral wire from the
power source. (usually white)
---Connect the grounding wire from the fixture to the grounding wire
from the power source. (usually green / yellow insulation)
Carefully tuck the wires back into the outlet box.
4. Place mounting bracket against the outlet box, insert the mounting bracket screw through the mounting bracket hole,
thread mounting bracket screw into the center hole of the mounting strap. Tighten the mounting bracket screw securely.
▲ When mounting to a wall, the “UP” arrow must point upward. (See Fig. 1)
▲ When mounting to an eave, the “UP” arrow must point toward the building.
5. Attach the back plate of the light fixture to the mounting bracket, secure it with the fixture mounting screw.
6. With silicone caulking compound, caulk completely around where the mounting bracket meets the wall surface.
CAUTION: Be sure to caulk completely where the mounting bracket meets the wall surface to prevent water
from seeping into the outlet box.
Sensor
Mounting Strap
Mounting Bracket
Outlet Box
Wire Nut
Back Plate
Mounting Screw
Light Head
sensor
Adjusting the Sensor Head:
1. Aim sensor head toward desired detection area, maintaining a
5° - 40° downward angle to allow moisture to drain.
Note: Make sure sensor head is positioned with controls facing
toward the ground.
2. You can rotate the sensor head up and down to change the coverage
area. (See Fig. 2)
Note: Range set too high may increase false triggering.
(See Fig. 3 and Fig. 4 on Page 3)
Turn off the power at fuse or circuit box.
Turn on the power at fuse or circuit box.
Fig. 2
Fixture Mounting Screw
Mounting Bracket Screw
Fig. 1
FRONT

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Sensor Adjustment Lower For Short Coverage
Sensor Adjustment Higher For Long Coverage
Fig. 5
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
Adjusting the Light Head:
1. Gently grasp the light heads and tilt them up or down, left or right to adjust the light coverage area. Keep the light
heads at least 1˝ (25mm) away from the sensor.(See Fig. 5)
2. Keep the light heads 30˚ below horizontal to avoid water damage and electrical shock.
Function and Operation
Choose a mode by sliding the switch on the bottom of the sensor. (See Fig.6)
Note: When power is first applied, the light will turn on to 100% brightness. The sensor will take 30 seconds
to warm up.
1. Test mode (daytime or nighttime operation )
● Rotate the knob on the left side of the back plate to the “TEST”
position (See Fig.7)
● With the power on, the light turns to low-level brightness automatically.
● The light turns to high-level brightness when motion is detected,
and stays on as long as the motion continues. Then it reverts back
to low-level brightness about 5 seconds after motion is no longer
detected.
Note: You can adjust the low level brightness (0~50%) by using
the low level brightness knob on the right side of the back plate.
(See Fig. 7)
2. AUTO MODE (nighttime operation only)
● To shift to “AUTO” mode, rotate Time Delay knob arrow to point to
the desired time setting (between 5 seconds and 3 minutes). At dusk,
the light turns on to pre-selected low level brightness. When motion
is detected, the light turns to full brightness and stays on as long as
motion continues. When the motion is no longer detected, the light
at full brightness remains on for the predetermined time you set (5s
~ 3min), and then switches back to low level automatically.
● The light turns off automatically at dawn.
Note: You can adjust the low level brightness (0~50%) by using
the low level brightness knob. (See Fig. 7)
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Mode
Sensitivity
Time Delay Low Level Brightness
Sensitivity of Motion Sensor
● You can adjust the sensitivity of the motion sensor by using the “SENSITIVITY” selector located on the right side
of the bottom surface of the sensor.(See Fig. 6)
● Adjust motion sensor sensitivity to HIGH (H), MEDIUM (M), or LOW (L) to achieve desired performance.
● Approximate range for each setting: 20 ft. (L), 45 ft. (M), 70 ft. (H).

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20'
8.0'
12.0'
70'
Notes:
1. The sensitivity of the motion sensor will increase as the
environmental temperature gets cooler. For best
performance, gently clean the lens with a soft cloth every
1 or 2 months to ensure maximum sensitivity.
2. For best performance, install fixture at least 8 feet above
the ground. At such a height, the fixture will provide a
detection distance of up to 70 feet at 77 degrees
Fahrenheit. (See Fig.9)
3. The sensor detects movement across a detection range
of 240 degrees. (See Fig.10)
4. The sensor will be more sensitive to motion across its detection path than motion directly towards it. (See Fig.11)
5. To reduce possible nuisances, do not mount the fixture near a heat source like an air conditioner, vent or furnace
exhaust, or in a direction facing any reflective object or other nearby light source.
Where you install your fixture is important:
Be sure the light is mounted straight on the wall
or eave; otherwise, the detection distance may
be limited.
Shut-off Delay
● The shut-off delay is the length of time the light will stay at full brightness after motion is detected.
● You can set the shut-off delay by rotating the Time Delay knob arrow so it points to the desired time setting (from
5 seconds to 3 minutes). To increase the shut-off delay, turn the knob clockwise. To decrease the shut-off delay,
turn the knob counterclockwise.
Customization Options:
Fig. 9 Fig. 10
“AUTO” “3H”
or “6H” Mode
Manual
Override
Manual Override Operation Diagram
Turn wall switch OFF-ON
-OFF-ON in 0.5~3
Seconds
Turn wall switch OFF-ON
-OFF-ON in 0.5~3 Seconds
Fig. 8
3. 3 HOURS (3H) MODE (nighttime operation only)
● The light turns to high-level brightness (100%) at dusk, and stays "ON" for 3 hours. Then it turns to low-level s
brightness. It turns to high-level brightness (100%) when motion is detected, and stays on as long as motion
continues. When motion is no longer detected, it remains on for the predetermined shut-off delay time you
set (5s~3min), and then returns to the predetermined low-level brightness automatically.
● The light turns off automatically at dawn.
Note: You can adjust the low level brightness (0~50%) by using the low level brightness knob. (See Fig. 7)
4. 6 HOURS (6H) MODE (nighttime operation only)
● The light turns to high-level brightness (100%) at dusk, and stays "ON" for 6 hours. Then it turns to low-level
brightness. It turns to high-level brightness (100%) when motion is detected, and stays on as long as motion
continues. When motion is no longer detected, it remains on for the predetermined shut-off delay time you
set (5s~3min), and then returns to the predetermined low-level brightness automatically.
● The light turns off automatically at dawn.
Note: You can adjust the low level brightness (0~50%) by using the low level brightness knob. (See Fig. 7)
5. PHOTOCELL (PC) MODE (nighttime operation only)
● The light turns on to full brightness at dusk and remains
“ON” until dawn.
6. Manual Override (nighttime operation only)
● To temporarily override the settings in “AUTO”, “3H” or “6H”
modes for on-demand continuous full-brightness at night,
turn the wall switch “OFF” then turn it “ON” twice within 3
seconds. The light remains on all night long. To shift back
to “AUTO”, “3H” or “6H” mode, turn the wall switch “OFF”
then turn it “ON” twice within 3 seconds again.
● The light turns off automatically at dawn.
Note: To make sure the above functions operate properly, always keep the wall switch in the “ON” position (including
the daytime).
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Troubleshooting
---The light does not come on at all:
1. Make sure the wall switch and circuit breaker are on.
2. Make sure the wiring is correct.
3. Cover the sensor with dark color cloth to verify that the ambient light level is not too high.
---After performing 3H or 6H Mode, the light stays on full brightness after 3 minutes:
1. Make sure there is no movement that could be picked up by the sensor.
2. Adjust the delay time knob counterclockwise to reduce the delay shut-off time.
---In Manual override, the light stays on after dawn:
1. The ambient light level may be too low due to overcast skies.
Assembly Kit
5327MM (1 SET)
The following parts are available for re-order if damaged or missing.
Mounting Bracket Screw Fixture Mounting Screw
Mounting Strap Wire Nut X3
Motion
Least sensitive
Motion
Most sensitive
Sensor
Fig. 11
5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY:
All products are warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for five (5) years from date of
purchase. This warranty is limited to the correction of any such defect, or the replacement of any such defective
item(s), provided that: (a) we are properly notified and consent to return of the item(s) in question:(b) the item (s)
is / are returned with proof of purchase date; and (c) it is found upon inspection by us that the item (s) is / are defective
as noted above. This warranty dose not cover labor costs, consequential damages, nor dose it apply to any item(s) that
have been improperly installed, overloaded, altered, or otherwise abused by the customer, its agent(s) or emplyee(s).
Finishes are specially excluded from the terms of this warranty since they are subject to environmental maintenance
deemed beyond our control. Other than the described obligation, we assume no further liability with respect to the sale
or use of our products.We make no warranty, express or implied, and disclaim any warranty of merchantability or fitness
for a particular purpose.
A
B
C
Mounting Screw X2
#8/32X1/2 in
Mounting Screw X2
#6/32 X1/2 in
Mounting Screw X2
#10/24 X1/4 in
A:12"
B:8-1/4"
C:6-1/4"