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Tuff Dome

Vandal Resistant
Outdoor Motion Sensor

Installation Manual

RAB

It’s easy

to add

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esistant

motion detection 

to outdoor

lights!

Specifications

Switching Capacity:

Relay On/Off Model: 

500 watts Incandescent when used
remotely, 250 watts when floodlights
are mounted to it.
250 watts Fluorescent @ 120 volts

Hi/Lo Model: 

Runs at 20% lamp wattage from
dusk to dawn. Brightens to full 
wattage upon sensor detection.
180 watts Incandescent maximum.

Voltage:

120 Volts AC

Power Consumption:

One watt

UL Listing:

Raintight Photoelectric 
Switch. Suitable for wet locations.

Time Adjustment:

5 seconds to 15 minutes

Quick Test Time:

5 second test time for fast installation.
Works day or night.

Detection Zone:

Full180º by 30’

“No Hands” Auto Testing: 

Auto mode starts after 3 minutes of
testing. No adjustment needed.

Built for Severe Conditions:

Double weatherproofing for long life.

Photoelectric Control:

Deactivates lights during daylight.
Fully adjustable for 24 hour 
operation or custom applications.

Vandal Resistant Lens:

Hard lens resists casual vandalism.

Case Construction:

Precision molded Lexan®

Color Matched Lens:

Dark lens with black units.
White lens with white units.

Surge Protection:

Withstands up to 3000 volts

Manual Override:

Double flip wall switch logic prevents
activation by short power outages.
Resets to auto at dawn. No extra
wiring needed.

LED Detection Indicator:

Glows red day and night for 
“on-guard” deterrence.

RF Immunity:

Circuits fully shielded for maximum
radio frequency immunity.

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Contents

Summary of Contents for Tuff Dome

Page 1: ...fast installation Works day or night Detection Zone Full180º by 30 No Hands Auto Testing Auto mode starts after 3 minutes of testing No adjustment needed Built for Severe Conditions Double weatherproofing for long life Photoelectric Control Deactivates lights during daylight Fully adjustable for 24 hour operation or custom applications Vandal Resistant Lens Hard lens resists casual vandalism Case ...

Page 2: ...rrier Remote Control Systems such as X 10 Leviton or Radio Shack are incompatible with sensors and cause false activations Do not install on circuits feeding motor loads such as kitchen appli ances HVAC equipment washer dryer or garage door openers Sensor functions best when movement is across its detection pattern not towards the sensor Mount 6 10 high for optimum range and direction Assembly and...

Page 3: ...d and re installing the plugs from the back of the Tuff Dome sensor if you are not using the holes for lighting fixtures The reversed plugs do not have screwdriver slots which reduce the chance of tampering Gasket Gasket Mounting Plate Sensor assembly Lens cover 6 Wiring more than one sensor together is recommended only for the experienced installer because it becomes difficult to trobleshoot Sing...

Page 4: ...and then brightens to full wattage when movement is detected Will the sensor detect animals Tuff Dome may detect large animals Having animals trigger the sensor can give property a lived in look You can limit animal detection by placing opaque weatherproof tape on the lower part of the lens or using the bottom mask on the Lens Mask Kit provided What does Manual Override do Keep lights on by flippi...

Page 5: ...enough while at 30 feet several steps will be necessary Turn to sun symbol for 24 hour operation lights turn on night and day Technical Tips Lights Do Not Turn Off 1 Make sure sensor is not aimed at something that would move or change temperature such as waving branches water air conditioners windows or heating vents even on neighboring property You can test for infrared sources in the area by pla...

Page 6: ...r the night only position fully counter clockwise to the moon symbol If you require another 3 minute Test Period turn the power off for at least 10 seconds and back on again If you require the sensor to operate both in low level light and at night turn the Photocell Control knob fully clockwise to the sun symbol 3 Check that lights from other sources such as adjacent porch lights garden lights str...

Page 7: ...nd as far as possible from its lights Heat from the lights may trigger the sensor Solution Make sure lights are mounted above not below sensor 5 Make sure lights are not visible from or reflecting back into sensor Check for white or reflective surfaces close to the sensor Solution Aim lights away from sensor and reflective objects or mask the lens in the direction of the light or reflection Techni...

Page 8: ... Tuff Dome is designed to detect people or cars in the detection area It should not be construed as a theft or crime prevention device RAB does not accept responsibility for any damages resulting from intrusion or other crimes Toll Free Technical Assistance If you need technical assistance please do the following 1 Re read the Technical Tips sections of this manual 2 Call the Tech Help Line at 888...

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