Resetting a motion sensor light.
Feb 13, 2024 05:51:41 #
twowindsbear wrote:
I have a motion sensor light on my porch that is stuck in the 'on' position. How do I put it into the motion senor mode? I've switched it off for a few hours, then back on - it's on all the time. I've switched it off and immediately back on - still always on. Maybe it's time for a new one? Thanks in advance. And of course I don't know the brand & have no idea where the original instructions are hiding.
Try cleaning the ambient light sensor!! if that don't do it, the light is probably toast!!
Feb 13, 2024 08:43:09 #
I think I would get a new light with the sensor built in and get rid of that extra wire.
Feb 13, 2024 09:09:32 #
A few years ago I spotted a motion sensor bulb at Lowes so I tried it. No additional sensor anywhere, it's in the bulb. You just install it in the light and it turns on when you walk into the room. I wouldn't be surprised if there were something similar for a light sensor rather than motion sensor but I haven't looked for one. (It was a LED so power conserving).
Feb 13, 2024 09:22:28 #
starlifter wrote:
I think I would get a new light with the sensor built in and get rid of that extra wire.
Oops
Feb 13, 2024 11:55:58 #
twowindsbear wrote:
I have a motion sensor light on my porch that is stuck in the 'on' position. How do I put it into the motion senor mode? I've switched it off for a few hours, then back on - it's on all the time. I've switched it off and immediately back on - still always on. Maybe it's time for a new one? Thanks in advance. And of course I don't know the brand & have no idea where the original instructions are hiding.
Instead of posting your problem, you should have checked with the company that made the motion sensor light. They have the expertise.
Feb 13, 2024 15:12:56 #
I thought if I could see what kind of a set up you have I could help but I'm no help. I had the same thing happen and I just bought a different motion detector light. I went to the store (NOT WALMART) and they start at about fifteen dollars and go up to a whole lot more than I would pay. I got one for about thirty dollars similar to what I've seen advertised and it works great. Sorry I couldn't be more help but it looks like a lot of people have had the same problem and have lots of suggestions. Good luck on it
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