Why RAB Sensors are Best for You
Smaller is better!
Tuff Dome uses state-of-the-art surface mount
technology (SMT), just like cellular phones and beepers. SMT gives you
more reliability, greater RF immunity, and a compact sensor that can fit
neatly where others cannot.
Wider is better!
The wide 180º view detects movement along the
entire side of a building with only one compact sensor. It will detect
people as they exit or enter. It takes several conventional sensors to
get the same coverage.
Molded is better!
No leaky gaskets or bug hotels with Tuff Dome.
The hard lens is molded as part of the case. It’s vandalproof, rainproof,
bugproof and absolutely sealed.
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Sensor
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Cautions
• All wiring MUST comply with local
electrical codes and should be
installed by a qualified electrician.
• Read entire Installation Manual
before proceeding.
TURN OFF POWER BY REMOVING
POWER FUSE OR TURNING
OFF CIRCUIT BREAKER
BEFORE INSTALLATION.
• Total lighting load must not exceed:
Relay On/Off Model:
5 amps,
500 watts incandescent quartz
when sensor is used remotely
(250 watts when floodlights are
mounted to sensor) or 250 watt
fluorescent at 120 volts. To switch
more wattage, an electrician can
install an additional relay.
Hi/Lo Model:
180 watts quartz
and incandescent only.
• Line Carrier 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 Wiring
TURN OFF POWER BY REMOVING
POWER FUSE OR TURNING OFF
CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE
INSTALLATION.
1. Tuff Dome sensors should be wall
mounted.
2. Remove plastic lens cover and Tuff
Dome sensor assembly to separate
sensor assembly from mounting plate.
3. Tuff Dome can be mounted to 4”
round outlet boxes, octagon, single rec-
tangular or Gem boxes.
4. Place the rectangular gasket sup-
plied between the Tuff Dome mounting
plate and the chosen outlet box.
5. Put mounting plate on chosen
outlet box and match up holes. Tap
out knockouts if necessary.
6. If using floodlights, screw the
threaded arm(s) of each floodlight into
the die cast housing of the Tuff Dome.
Leave the locknuts and arm screws
loose until ready to aim. Always mount
the sensor below lights. Note: Floodlights
must not exceed a total of 240 watts.
7. Bring power leads, sensor leads
and floodlight leads into outlet box.
8. Make sure outlet box is properly
grounded.
9. Strip 1/2” of insulation from all leads.
Connect as shown in wiring diagram.
Indentation
for seating
Tuff Dome
Mounting plate
knockouts
(not drilled)
