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    Jan 31, 2009, 06:15 AM
    Outdoor motion dector lighting
    After I changed a light bulb in my wall mounted outdoor motion dector light, it doesn't work. But it doesn't turn off or go on like it should, I even tried the test mode and the light just stays on, the unit is only about 1 yr old, it's a Hampton bay brand
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    Jan 31, 2009, 06:35 AM

    Try turning breaker off, then on. If it stayes on, and no rewiring has been done, it is likely shot, many times they fail in the on condition.
    There is a Maximum wattage of bulbs you can use, be careful not to exceed.
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