Sensor Replacement For Direct Response; Installing The Vertical Mount Bracket; Installing A New Sensor - Carefree MIRAGE Service Manual

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S R
ENSOR EPLACEMENT FOR
NOTE: The original Direct Response Shake Sensor was mounted horizontally on the inside of the
lead rail. For product integrity, sensors are now mounted vertically. If replacing an original
horizontally mounted sensor, it is necessary to install the vertical mounting bracket for the
replacement sensor. Replacement sensors must be mounted vertically and will not work
properly if mounted horizontally.
#6 x 3/8 Screw
Vertical Mounting Bracket
Sensor
End Plate
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Installing the Vertical Mount Bracket

(Detail A)
1. Remove the lead rail end plate and set aside.
2. Detach the existing sensor. The sensor is attached with a strong double sided adhesive tape. It will be
necessary to use a putty knife or similar tool to carefully pry the sensor off. Use care to not bend or
otherwise damage the lead rail. Allow the sensor to hang from the cord. DO NOT CUT THE SENSOR
CABLE.
3. Use an acetone solvent and clean any glue residue from the inner surface of the lead rail. Follow the
solvent manufacturer's directions.
4. The sensor is secured to the new bracket with a #10 x 3/4 screw on each side of the bracket. Insert
one (1) screw into the edge of the bracket that will be pointed to the inside of the lead rail.
5. Slide the new vertical mount bracket into the grooves of the lead rail. Position in the approximate
location of the old sensor.
6. Secure the bracket with two (2) #6 x 3/8" screws through the top of the bracket.

Installing a New Sensor

(Detail B)
The replacement sensor is furnished with a 25 foot cable. The cable is furnished in case the installed cable
has been damaged or compromised.
NOTICE
Do Not attempt to cut and splice the cable. If damaged, the cable must be replaced to
ensure system integrity.
R O S
EMOVING THE LD ENSOR
1. After detaching the sensor from the lead rail, loosen the clamping nut on the wire gland.
2. Unscrew the wire gland from the sensor case and slide down the wire and out of the way.
3. Remove the back of the sensor case to reveal the PC board.
4. Carefully remove the board from the case. In some instances, the board may be tacked with adhesive
and must be pried out. Use care to not damage the cord or connector.
5. Disconnect the cable from the board and slip the connector out of the case. Set the old sensor parts aside.
6. Test the integrity (continuity) of the installed cable. Several cable testers are commercially available. If the
cable is faulty, go to "Replacing a Sensor and Cable". If the cable is OK go "Installing a Sensor Only".
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Service Manual
D
IRECT
Lead Rail
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(qty: 2)
#10 x 3/4 Screw
(qty: 2)
A
DETAIL
R
ESPONSE
Cable Gland
Clamping Nut
Cable Connector
PC Board
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B
DETAIL
Completed Installation
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