Electrical Q-Site: from Carol

Can I test my motion detector lights during the day time or do I have to wait until it gets dark?

Testing Motion Detector Light Fixtures

Question: Can I test my motion detector lights during the day time or do I have to wait until it gets dark? I would like to adjust the range and sensitivity but I would rather not have to make the adjustments at night time.

This electrical question came from: Carol, from Grass Valley, California

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Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical question Carol

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Motion Detector Wiring

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