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If it is a Photo cell sensor (turns on and off with daylight levels) and it isn't working then you need to replace the sensor. These things go bad more often than you could imagine. to test it, put a piece of non transparent tape over the photo cell, wait about 5 to 10 min. If that don't work than you need to replace it. ofcourse I am assuming that you have already checked the circuit for any failures before deciding that it is a sensor issue!
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∙ 15y agoRemove the power from the fixture for 5 minutes and then turn the power back on. This will reset the sensor. It happens when there is a small power bump lasting under 5 seconds. These type of fixtures should have a switch ahead of them to make this job easier.
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∙ 16y agoYou need to turn the power off for 30 seconds and turn it back on. If it stays on then cycle it again by doing the same thing.
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Why does an energy saving light bulb with a light sensor stay on in daylight?
The sensing unit on the fixture is thinking that it is night time. If your fixture has a switch before the light, that has to be left on for the sensor to work, try the following. Turn the fixture off with the switch and leave it off for about ten minutes. Turn the switch back on and the fixture will turn on. If the sensor circuitry is working the fixture will turn off after your "delay on" setting is reached. If there is no switch before the fixture check to see if the sensor has been covered, fooling the sensor into thinking it is night time. If it is a hollow tube type sensor, sometimes hornets will lay an egg in there and cover the sensor with a mud patch. As a last resort change the sensitivity control so that is senses daylight sooner, allowing the sensor to shut off earlier. If none of the above work its time to buy a new sensor. These can be bought individually and installed into the old fixture.
Can outdoor light fixtures be installed inside?
Yes. The difference between fixtures rated for indoor and outdoor use is their level of protection from outside elements, i.e. moisture. Using an indoor rated fixture outdoors would result in an early failure due to water intrusion into the fixture. Using an outdoor fixture indoors should work fine. Also, because of the more robust nature of fixtures rated for outdoor service, they are usually more expensive.
Is there a siren that can be screwed into the light socket of a motion activated light fixture?
None that I know of, but if you can find a separate siren unit that is powered by 120 volts and in the 5 amp range, it can be hard wired into the motion light.
If you have two exterior lights on a switch and need one of them to be a motion censer?
There are two ways to do it. The easiest is just to put a built-in motion sensor on the one light. The switch would have to be on for the motion sensor to work. If you just want the motion sensor to work without a switch, you need to run unswitched power directly to the light.
Is a light bulb considered a fixture?
A fixture is what the light bulb goes into.
How do you turn a light sensor back on?
how do you turn a light sensor on, on a outdoor wall light fixture
Why does your outdoor dusk to dawn light keep going off?
Check to see if the fixture has a sensitivity setting or switch. Perhaps it needs to be adjusted or set correctly? I'm looking for the proper settings for mine now. Here is THE ANSWER: The photo cell that senses light and darkness is sensing the light coming from the fixture being controlled. Reposition the sensor away from the light of the fixture. Or shield the sensor from the light. Ideally the sensor should be located away from the light source.
Can you have 2 motion sensors on one electrical circuit For example a lamp post and wall lantern are controlled by one light switch will a motion sensor work?
Each fixture will have to have it's own motion sensor, then yes it will work.
How are outdoor wall lights mounted?
A baton, or other fixture is first fixed to the outdoor wall, usually with masonry nails of screws. The light fixture itself is then attached to this baton.
Where can an outdoor light fixture be purchased?
Outdoor lighting fixtures can be purchased at a variety of retail outlets. Some stores that carry outdoor light fixtures include Amazon, Home Depot, and Lowes.
Wiring diagram for a 3way motion light sensor?
wiring diagram for a 3 way motion light sensor
Protect Your Family With An Outdoor Light?
One of the easiest things that you can do to protect your family and property is to install an outdoor light with a motion sensor. Once you install the outdoor light, if any animal or person comes within range of the sensor, the light will turn on. This lets individuals inside the home know that someone is present. Criminals look for houses without adequate outdoor lighting so that they can get in and out of the house without being seen by neighbors. If you install a security light, they will pass your house by and look for a more vulnerable target.
How do you add a motion sensor to an existing outdoor light fixture?
A typical motion detector has three wire on it. Black, White and Red. To install this on an outside light it get wired as follows. The White wire is the Neutral. It gets attached to the White feed wire and the white wire that hoed to the light. The Black wire feed power to the motion detector. It attached to the Black feed wire coming from the house. The Red wire on the motion detector is the switched wire. It get attached to the black wire coming from the light fixture. -------- Is the existing light fixture a decorative one? I ask because having been in security biz for long time, it's important to know the difference YOU WANT in your motion light (from a regular decorative fixture.) The purpose of a motion sensored light - for security purposes - is to startle the perp. when a bright light suddenly shines on him. You want him to think you're inside and you turned the light on him so he will run for the hills. Criminals don't like to get caught in the spot light or encounter homeowners. So that light should be VERY Bright and light up the space like daytime. You need a bright flood light, directed to cover a specific entrance area or door. You want it pointed down over the area so he is forced to put himself right where the light will hit him which is going to be close to the door or entrance he plans on using to enter the house. If light shines up and across a distance, it is easy to duck under it and move among the shadows. Any other type of fixture will not give you the results you want.
Why does an energy saving light bulb with a light sensor stay on in daylight?
The sensing unit on the fixture is thinking that it is night time. If your fixture has a switch before the light, that has to be left on for the sensor to work, try the following. Turn the fixture off with the switch and leave it off for about ten minutes. Turn the switch back on and the fixture will turn on. If the sensor circuitry is working the fixture will turn off after your "delay on" setting is reached. If there is no switch before the fixture check to see if the sensor has been covered, fooling the sensor into thinking it is night time. If it is a hollow tube type sensor, sometimes hornets will lay an egg in there and cover the sensor with a mud patch. As a last resort change the sensitivity control so that is senses daylight sooner, allowing the sensor to shut off earlier. If none of the above work its time to buy a new sensor. These can be bought individually and installed into the old fixture.
What tools are needed to install a motion sensor light?
The following tools are needed to install a motion sensor light: 4-in1 screwdriver, voltage tester and a wire stripper. Also needed is a motion sensor light, elctricians tape and plastic.
Where we can use light sensitive alarm?
If you consider using area lighting to ward off intruders as an alarm device, then a dusk to dawn light fixture can be in this category. The light fixture has a sensor that monitors the ambient light level. When the light level drops below a certain set point the circuit closes and the light fixture will turn on. Usually in these types of fixtures there is also a sensor that can detect infra red images of moving people and animals. The two internal devices and connected in series with one another so that the fixture becomes energized but does not light the lamp when it gets dark and will turn the lamp on in the fixture if an infra red image is detected.
Can you use an energy saving light bulb in a light fitting with a light sensor?
yes as long as the sockets match up and it is not a high output light fixture
