I have outdoor security lights that run on a timer. Are there some that use a motion detector?

the sensor has at least 2 knobs maybe 3. one show hands of a clock one show sun. one may show sensitivity. the adjustment is low to hi the wider the adjustment the greater the setting check out this picture on ebay for the icon.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Outdoor-12M-PIR12V-PIR85-265V-Security-PIR-Infrared-Motion-Sensor-Detector-GF-/292078238929?var=&hash=item4401383cd1:m:mRSg-Rlk4nJMZJH-BiKb2gQ


good luck

What is the point of having a motion trigger on it then? Wire it direct to the switch or remove the sensing unit and turn it on at dusk and off at dawn using a timer.

Please an you send a pick of the unit when it's open on the input so we can go trough without Manuel as it's just a lux adjust ment

Timer is not identified.
Does the timer have a motion detector?
Do you select either timer or motion detector?
Attach photo of product
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Product is wired wrong.
http://waterheatertimer.org/How-to-wire-motion-sensor.html
Motion detector requires neutral wire
Connect red and white wires together can result in flicker instead of lights ON

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It appears this device is rate 10 amps at 230 volts = 2300 watts.
Use at least #14 wire and 15 amp breaker.
Connect wire at connection point on light.
Unit appears to have a transformer, and might make humming sound.
There is override located somewhere on unit. Possibly as a button on the motion sensor

If infrared motion detector requires separate wiring connection, then use following wiring illustration:
http://waterheatertimer.org/images/How-to-wire-motion-sensor-230V.jpg

Motion sensor will probably have 2 settings.
1st setting for sensitivity, so it will not activate when cat walks up driveway.
2nd setting for time duration, selectable from 30 seconds to 7 minutes

ML FL09SBK IP44 36W Fluorescent PIR Floodlight c/w Lamp

IP44 Low Energy Floodlight c/w PIR & Override.
Black finish.
T4 twist and lock lampholder.
36 Watt 6500k T4 spiral compact fluorescent lamp included.
(replacement lamp - product code FL09L).
Electrical termination via 10 Amp connector block within secure enclosure c/w cord grip.
PIR detection range of 12 meters at 2 meter height from ground.
Detection arch of 160 degrees.
Time range 30 seconds to 7 minutes.
Manual override.

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Reset circuit breaker.
Check if you are on a GFCI circuit.

Probably there is no hope, but the sensor has to be removed to replaced, so take it off and hang it upside down and let dry in sun.
There is no repair protocol for fixing motion detectors, because there are no replaceable parts, or circuit boards.
Cover outdoor electronics with plastic bag when washing house. That includes light and pool timers, breaker boxes, low voltage timers, infrared cameras, motion detectors, alarm boxes, etc.
Should the power wash contractor know this? Maybe yes.
We never covered things when washing houses, and we washed 100s per year, but I told the guys not to put pressured water directly on any outdoor electrical system.
Can you prove that the sensor stopped because of washing. No.
The unit could have simply stopped working.earlier that morning, without provocation.

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To be honest with you... you can find new energy efficient, three lamp, two light level, motion with photo controlled security fixtures for $30.00 at Costco, Home Depot or Lowes. Where a new motion detector will cost $10.00 and takes about as much work to change. The lens itself will be difficult to find and is not absolutely necessary. Good Luck!
Douglas

Sounds like the relay in motion sensor. Change the bulb. Rechargeable batteries are no good after 3-4 years also.