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The magnet and switch can work in other configurations besides having the arrows pointing at each other. You can generally rotate the magnet 90 degrees, or leave a gap of up to about 1/4 inch, and it will still work OK. | The magnet and switch can work in other configurations besides having the arrows pointing at each other. You can generally rotate the magnet 90 degrees, or leave a gap of up to about 1/4 inch, and it will still work OK. | ||
| − | + | Arm the console before testing magnet positions. Test the position by opening and closing the door or window; if the LED on the DS12A blinks when the door/window is opened, and again when it is closed, then the magnet is close enough. | |
| − | We cannot recommend any particular magnet sellers; | + | To cover larger gaps or when using with moulding, we recommend using a shim to bring the magnet closer. |
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| + | Lastly - you could also try using a different, stronger magnet, instead of the magnets we provide. | ||
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| + | We cannot recommend any particular magnet sellers; but do suggest trying [http://www.google.com/products?q=rare+earth+magnet a Google Products search for RARE EARTH MAGNET]. | ||
==Related Articles== | ==Related Articles== | ||
[[Adding A Switch To A Door Sensor]] | [[Adding A Switch To A Door Sensor]] | ||
Revision as of 02:18, 18 June 2014
Question
I am installing my Door/Window sensor, but I cannot position the magnet and sensor so that their arrows are pointing exactly at each other. What can I do?
Answer
The magnet and switch can work in other configurations besides having the arrows pointing at each other. You can generally rotate the magnet 90 degrees, or leave a gap of up to about 1/4 inch, and it will still work OK.
Arm the console before testing magnet positions. Test the position by opening and closing the door or window; if the LED on the DS12A blinks when the door/window is opened, and again when it is closed, then the magnet is close enough.
To cover larger gaps or when using with moulding, we recommend using a shim to bring the magnet closer.
Lastly - you could also try using a different, stronger magnet, instead of the magnets we provide.
We cannot recommend any particular magnet sellers; but do suggest trying a Google Products search for RARE EARTH MAGNET.