birdcontrol AUSTRALIA Garden Sentinel User Manual

Garden Sentinel
Motion activated animal deterrent
Assembly Instructions
1. Install 4 x AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries
Open the battery cover (located under the sensor
housing) and install the batteries (not included). The
Sensitivity Dial should be set to ‘L’. Close the cover
tightly until you hear a click.
2. Test the sensor (dry test)
To test the sensor, set the Sensitivity Dial to ‘M’ and wave your
hand in front of the sensor lens. You should hear the internal
water valve click open and click closed three seconds later.
Troubleshooting - If this does not work, try a new battery.
Alternatively, try connecting the Garden Sentinel to water.
Note: If the sensor does not detect motion there is an 8
second reset interval after the valve closes.
3. Assemble the Garden Sentinel
Follow diagram 1 to assemble the Garden Sentinel. These
ttings should only be tightened by hand. No tools required.
4. Connect a hose and position
Connect a hose to the Garden Sentinel via the hose attachment.
Aim the Sensor Lens towards the area you want to protect.
5. Adjust the settings
See overleaf instructions on how to calibrate the spray
distance, angle, sensitivity and time.
The Garden Sentinel can protect any open area that receives unwanted attention from animals. It uses a passive infrared
sensor to detect the temperature difference between an animal and its surroundings. Once an animal is detected, the
sprinkler is automatically activated and directs a spray of water (up to 10 metres) in the direction of the animal.
In built smart detection technology reduces false triggers which can reduce battery life. After subsequent false triggers, the Garden
Sentinel automatically reduces its sensitivity. To minimise false triggering, avoid pointing the Garden Sentinel at moving objects.
Diagram 1
Package Contents
Caution Fragile
!
Do not push down on the sensor
housing or sprinkler head.
If the ground is unsuitable for
the plastic stake, try placing
the Garden Sentinel in a pot
lled with sand or gravel.
Multiple connections
You can connect multiple Garden Sentinels to increase your
protected area. Simply remove the ow cap and connect as shown.
UP TO
300
o
SPRAY
UP TO
10m
DISTANCE
1

birdcontrol AUSTRALIA Garden Sentinel Specifications

General

Brand	birdcontrol AUSTRALIA
Model	Garden Sentinel
Category	Irrigation System
Language	English

Summary

Assembly Instructions

Install Batteries

Install 4 AAA NiMH batteries, set Sensitivity Dial to 'L', and close the cover until it clicks.

Test Sensor

Set Sensitivity Dial to 'M', wave hand in front of sensor lens, and listen for the internal water valve click.

Assemble Garden Sentinel

Assemble the unit by following Diagram 1, tightening fittings only by hand.

Connect Hose and Position

Connect a hose to the unit and aim the sensor lens towards the area you wish to protect.

Adjust Settings

Refer to overleaf for instructions on calibrating spray distance, angle, sensitivity, and time.

Adjusting Sensitivity

Set Sensitivity Dial

Set dial to detect animals within spray range; lower settings for bigger animals.

Select Coverage Area

Unit is most sensitive to motion across its field of view, not towards or away from the sensor.

Test and Adjust Sensitivity

Test detection boundaries by moving into the sensor's field of view and adjusting sensitivity.

Adjusting Water Coverage

Adjust Sprinkler Angle

Position Stem Tabs to adjust the arc range of the sprinkler from 0 to 300 degrees.

Adjust Water Spray Distance

Raise/lower Water Deflector and turn Distance Dial to control spray distance.

Test Water Coverage

Turn water ON behind the sprinkler to test water arc and distance, adjusting as needed.