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    CarolineLG Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Jan 6, 2012, 08:39 AM
    Intelectron BC8200R motion detector stays on all of the time
    I have an Intelectron BC8200R motion detector in my backyard. Lately it stays on all of the time. I tried turning it off at the switch and at the breaker, but it doesn't change anything. I inherited this when I bought my house, so I don't have a manual and can't find one online. Ideas/suggestions as to how to get it to come only when there's movement and turn off automatically like it used to?

    Thanks.
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    Jan 6, 2012, 03:41 PM
    Not a popular brand, six Google hits, and this post is one.

    As the other sites mention, there is usually two settings, time and sensitivity. And someplace there is a test setting. Assuming the settings on these adjustments have not been touch and are correct, then the unit is defective.
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    Jan 6, 2012, 05:56 PM
    The bottom of the motion detector has a sensitivity adjustment and a switch for setting test mode and the on-time for the lights. Test mode should turn it on for only about 8 seconds. Turn the sensitivity adjust to the least sensity setting. If the lights stay on then consider replacing it, not worth trying to fix these. Most box stores are a variety for about $30.
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