Caretaker Systems 3-204-35 User Manual manual 3of8

Caretaker Systems, Inc. manual 3of8

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PICTURE THE FROLICKING CHILDPay particular attention to low walls, benches, stairways and similarclimbable places when selecting the beam path. If the beam path isestablished too close to structures such as these, a child may jump overthe laser beam, defeating the system.Keep the beam an adequate distance away from such areas if possible.The objective is to prevent the child from jumping over the beam.Supplementary fences may have to be erected atop such structures toassure the maximum in protection if the adequate distance cannot beachieved.CONSIDERATIONSA STANDARD 120 VOLT RECEPTACLE IS REQUIREDElectric power for the Prevent system is obtained from a step-downtransformer that converts regular 120 volt household current to 12 volts.The Transformer plugs directly into a standard receptacle as shown atthe right.The transformer is equipped with a 50 foot (15 meter) power cord forconnection to the Transceiver. This cord length must be consideredwhen selecting a mounting location for the Transceiver. The cord maybe protected by attaching it to a building, suspending from an overheadtrellis, awning or sun screen; or it may be run underground.THE TRANSCEIVER PREFERS A SHADY SPOTThe Prevent Transceiver was designed and tested to provide years ofservice in virtually all outdoor climatic conditions. However, because thesystem depends upon light from its lasers to function, it is not desirableto allow the intense light from the sun to shine directly into theTransceiver.To assure that the system performs in the manner intended, it isrecommended that the Transceiver not be mounted where it will beexposed to direct sunlight.Installation under a shady roof overhang, or where it is protected bytrees or shrubs, eliminating direct sunlight, will provide a highly desirableadded margin of security.House50PLAN AHEAD, IF THE OPTIONAL INDOOR ALARM IS TO BEINSTALLEDAn optional Indoor Alarm can be linked to the Transceiver through itsown data-link laser beam. This beam, just like the two beamstransmitted by the Transceiver, travels in a straight line. The IndoorAlarm may be mounted in any window that has direct visual access tothe Transceiver.When planning the installation, it is recommended that this visual accessbe confirmed by going into the house and actually looking out of variouswindows to assure that an unobstructed view of the transceiver will beavailable upon completion of the installation. The Indoor Alarm receiversounds an indoor audible alarm37Transceiver
Required for ALL installation Methods• Pencil or Marker• Saw• Builder’s Level• Square• Phillips Screwdriver• Weatherproof Receptacle Cover (optional)Depending in Installation Method• Stack of bricks cardboard box (Methods 1A, 1B)• Masking Tape (1B & 6B)• 1-1/2” PVC elbow (1C)• Can gray spray paint (1C)• Mounting screws and inserts (1C)• Sack of pre-mix concrete (1B & 6B)• Wheel-barrel for mixing concrete (1B & 6B)• Crumpled cardboard or rocks (1B & 6B)• Trowel or gardening shovel (1B & 6B)Mounting the TransceiverSelect type of mount A, B,or CINSTALLING THE TRANSCEIVER MOUNTINGPOST TO THE POOL DECK OR OTHER SOLID,HORIZONTAL SURFACEAfter selecting the location for mounting theTransceiver and determining the ideal beam path,proceed as follows:1. Determine the desired height of the beam pathabove the mounting surface of the deck or patioby measuring the distance from the center of thefront face of the Transceiver downward to themounting surface. This is accomplished mosteasily by having an assistant hold theTransceiver in position while the measurement isbeing taken, or by propping the Transceiver on atemporary stand such as a cardboard box, astack of bricks, or similar structure.2. Transfer the measurement taken in Step 1,above, to the Transceiver Mounting Post, whichis the larger Post, with a threaded couplingbonded onto one end. Start the measurement from the threaded end and place a mark on theMounting Post at the correct point.3. Make a second mark on the Mounting Post at apoint 4½ inches (11.4 cm) from the first mark,toward the threaded end of the Post.4. Cut the Mounting Post at this second mark usinga hacksaw or fine-toothed wood saw. Try tomake the cut square, with no jagged or brokenedges.TOOLS/MATERIALS REQUIREDDeck, PatioorDesiredBeam PathDesired BeamPthTransceiTransceiverMountingCutMark4½”DesiredBeam PathDisca11A8
Should you need additional length, the material usedfor the mounting posts is 1-1/2” schedule 80 PVCpipe available in hardware or home improvementstores.5. Press the Mounting Post into the large hole inthe Mounting Base, making sure there is a verytight fit. A small amount of epoxy (provided)should be used for a more secure fit. Protectthe threads of connector with masking tape.6. Remove the cap from the epoxy and twist a new,mixing nozzle into place on the end. Insert theThum Plunger. (The amount of adhesiveincluded will bond all bases and posts required.)Please read the safety precautions included inwith the epoxy.7. Press the Thum plunger to squeeze out anappropriate amount of epoxy onto the bottom ofthe Mounting Base.8. Clean and dry the surface on which theMounting Base is to be attached to. Removeany dirt and debris.9. Press the Mounting Base firmly against themounting surface. Depending upon the localtemperature, the epoxy will dry in approximately15 minutes. DO NOT attempt to install theTransceiver to the Mounting Post before thisepoxy has set up.If mounting to deck, skip items1-B and 1-C and move to Step 2INSTALLING THE TRANSCEIVER MOUNTINGPOST INTO A HOLE IN THE GROUND.The Transceiver may be mounted directly into theearth by inserting the Transceiver Mounting Post intoa hole and applying concrete to hold the TransceiverMounting Post in an upright, vertical position. Proceed as follows:1. In earth, dig a hole 8” (** cm) in diameter and12” (** cm) deep.128”Directly in 9Wrap withMaskingTape1B

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