Rivets
(500mm centres)
Link Rod Flashing
Link Rod
Figure 6.14
Figure 6.15
Fasten through mounting
bracket to structure using
appropriate fasteners
Attachment bracket
LED sensitivity
indicator
RAIN SENSOR
Preferably select a vertical face on the unit or adjacent structure that is open to
the weather and does not interfere with the louvre rotation and fix the rain sensor
mounting bracket using two appropriate fasteners with Neoprene washers.
Run the rain sensor cable back to the control box (an extension cord is provided
if needed). The rain sensor cable will be identified by the use of three pins in the
connectors. Use rubber cable grommets within holes in the framework as required.
Simply plug the cable into the corresponding four pin connection at the end of the
control box. Finally, tighten the plastic locking nut.
Figure 6.13
Double-Beam
Cover Flashing
12x20 Self-drilling screws with
neo washers along length
Ensure any excess rain sensor cable is not rolled into a coil as this can cause false
triggers of the rain sensor. The rain sensor cable should also be kept away from all power
cables as the induced voltage can also cause false triggers of the rain sensor.
Due to the sensitive nature of the sensor, it is likely that on occasion, small creatures,
including skinks, geckos, spiders or birds will inadvertently trigger the sensor and close
the roof. This is normal, although it can be confusing on a nice sunny day when the roof
closes automatically for no apparent reason.
The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be adjusted using a magnet that is attached to the
rain sensor mounting bracket.
To adjust the sensitivity, remove the rain sensor from the attachment bracket and
hold the rain sensor LED indicator against the magnet at the base of the rain sensor
attachment for approx. 5 seconds.
The number of LED indicator flashes represents the sensitivity settings.
One flash = Low Sensitivity
Two flashes = Medium Sensitivity
Three flashes = High Sensitivity
While the rain sensor is activated, eg, during a rain event, the remote control will not
activate the roof. The roof control unit (not the remote control) will emit a sharp ‘beep’
if the rain sensor is activated and a button is pressed on the remote control.
Once the sensor has returned to normal (eg, rain has cleared) for a minimum of 30
seconds, the rain alarm is cancelled.
The roof will not open automatically.
It is recommended that after a rain event, open the roof to approximately 30° to allow
the rain water to run off the blades and to drain to the gutters.
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