CM-324 Series
Active Infrared “Hands-Free” Switch
Installation Instructions
BY CAMDEN
Section 1: General Description
Sure-Wave™ hands-free” switch is an active infrared
device designed for use with an automatic door operator
or other access control product.
Applications include low-energy doors, drive-up windows,
health-care facilities, manufacturing, etc.
The assembly will fit in a variety of locations from a
1 3/4” door frame to a 1-gang or 2-gang electrical box.
Various size surface mounting boxes are also available
from Camden.
Three standard face plate widths are available:
CM-324:
2 ¾” x 4 ½” polycarbonate or stainless steel,
fits on single gang electrical boxes.
CM-324/ N:
1 ¾” x 4 ½” polycarbonate or stainless
steel, fits 1 ¾” door frames or our CM23D Jamb box.
CM-324/ W:
4 ½” x 4 ½” polycarbonate or stainless steel,
fits on single gang, double gang or 4 x 4 electrical boxes.
All faceplates may be ordered up with a plain face (/1),
with the waving hand symbol (/2), or with the waving
hand symbol and words: WAVE TO OPEN (/3).
Section 2: Installation
Mounting
Sure-Wave™ may be mounted in door jambs, single or
double gang electrical boxes, and 4 x 4 boxes.
NOTE: The sealing gasket (included) is recommended for
outdoor or wet locations.
If using with Automatic doors install in
accordance with ANSI A156.10 / A156.19. Select from one of
the following three mounting subsections:
SINGLE GANG ELECTRICAL BOX:
CM-324
1a – If using an in-wall box ensure the box is plumb and
square, and flush with the wall surface. (See Diagram 1)
1b – If using a surface box, ensure it is secure & plumb.
2 – Bring your 4-conductor wire through the back or
side of the enclosure and leave approximately 6” tail for
wiring connection.
3 – Make the electrical connections to the device
according to the wiring section (following).
4 – Using the dip switch located on the end of the unit, set
the operating mode. (See Section 4)
5 – Attach the unit to the enclosure using the two #6-32
screws provided.
6 – Apply power and adjust range and time delay via the
potentiometers on the front of the unit. (See Section 4 for
adjustments)
7 – Attach the faceplate to the unit using the two black
#6-32 x 3/8 machine screws or tamperproof screws.
Do not overtighten!!
Diagram 1 - Proper Box Installation
Rough Wall
Finish
Recessed
Box
Unaligned
Box
Wall
Wall Box
Flush
Smooth
Wall Finish
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