If the sensor fails, will the light come on or stay off? Can this sensor be used in stairwells or emergency egress areas
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Normally if this type of sensor fails the light will not come on. You can tell if the sensor detects motion by an LED that flashes inside the dome. I would see no reason the unit could not be used in stairwells or egress areas unless a local code requires those areas to be lit continuously. I have also not tried these with any fixtures with battery backup built in.
1417108
I have mine in a basement laundry room. I would otherwise have to enter the dark area and cross the room to hit the light switch. When I open the door to the stairs going into the basement, I believe it is the light that floods in that is activating the sensor. It works for me.
1051473
The sensors are built in, and effectively 'on' when the light is plugged in. However, without an adequate amount of direct light, I've had the same issue as you where they just stay on (as a test you could shine a flashlight at them and confirm they turn off).
1718509
I've not had this problem. I've owned 2 of this product for 4+ years. As long as the product sees movement, the light will stay on. I have mine placed in 2 separate rooms. The lights will come on as soon as the door is open to either room. Make sure that NO MOTION is seen by the device and it will not turn on unless it is defective.
869143
a rep from i robot said it is the cliff detector thinking the dark color is a stair it is going to fall off of and it does NOT WORK on DARK CARPET or surfaces. you can call yourself and ask. or just google or youtube how to deactivate them (if you don't have stairs) or use a virtual wall instead if you do and deactivate the sensors on the bottom by covering the 5 window sensors with tin foil. google it.
1683093
It is an interesting use. I had a bad experience at first but the COMPANY contacted me and offered to send a replacement. I took them up on it. Now, the sensor works quite well but if you put it there I would imagine it going off constantly. I put mine on the sink near my computer just before I went to put it where I really want it. It kept going off all the time (even when I was typing) It was funny but I finely put it where I wanted and it works well. I still have not figured out if you can adjust the length the lights stay on.
1669150
Sincerely I will not suggest using this sensor lightning in outdoor because of constant movement. Your bulb might run out with constant on and off.
2135711
No this will not sound alarm if bulb burns out. This is monitoring the incoming voltage & sounds alarm when power is lost.
1191076
I sent ours back because it wouldn't turn on. in my case the sensor might have been too far away to pick up a signal as it was on the second level outside a window. Anyway, it was sent back so I'm sorry I can't answer that question about yours not turning off. May be defective?
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Don't think so. Buy when I purchased this product there was photos. After 2 months, great light & motion sensor works better than expected. My use is to light dark stairway day or night; "my in-building neighbors, family & friends love it". Attached to inside of door with rechargeable batteries - open door, light comes on (also from top of stairway going out) until no one is on stairway. One of my better online purchases. Hope this helps - jfi. P.S. Use screws - velcro sucks.
1723695
Yes sir for as long as you keep your hand moving inside the cupboard, the light sensor activates by movement and heat dissipated from your hand and shuts off shortly after you close the cabinet. I have two and they work fine just by passing my hand under the light
1191077
I have had four for 3 years. I had to replace one lately. They stay on for about ten (10) minutes, with no activity, and go off. Look around for something moving, another light source, move the sensor and try again. No problem for me, sorry you had it. JCT
2192229
It can tell you which sensor triggered the light. Resetting the light cannot be done by the tool; that's either add air(steady light) or replace the sensor ( flashing light ) good luck , cheers
1178804
I'm not sure. I'm still having intermittent problems, sometimes i'm unable to turn off the light. I'm thinking of disabling the light and installing a motion sensor light in the garage. Hope this is of some help,,,,,
1644263
I would agree. Apparently the module is bad on ours as well so this really had no effect. It's only for bypassing the sensor. I doubt a sensor would cause your light to stay if the car is starting like normal.
1462928
Same thing happened to mine. I ordered a replacement sensor - called a TOUCH LIGHT SENSOR by OK Lighting from Amazon (Prime). It's the same thing that is in the base of the lamp now. I'm only going to try one replacement sensor because I read that these touch lamps should not be left on all the time. I was using it for a lamp during the day and a night light at night so I guess I wore it out (in only a little over a month)!!!!! I really like the lamp and it will be a shame to have to trash it !!!!!
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It generally stays off only during the daylight. It would have to be a very bright room light and almost shining right on the sensor in order for it not to turn on at night. I have also found that it is not necessary to replace all 4 batts. test each one. I have found that only 1 or 2 actually have gone bad.