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How to Install a Security Motion Detector Light Fixture
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Summary: Security light fixtures will increase safety and provide energy savings for your home. Typically these light fixtures may easily replace an existing exterior wall fixture. © By: Dave Rongey |
Installing a Security Light Fixture
Replacing an Existing Light Fixture
Security Light Fixtures can replace most existing outside wall fixtures. The positioning of the motion sensor head should be adjusted for the area to be lighted. Motion Detectors have adjustment that enable you to control the sensitivity and the duration for the light to stay on. The adjustments are usually done while the motion head switch is in the TEST position for best results, then switch back.
Motion Detector Security Light Fixture Installation |
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A penetration through the siding was made for the installation of a new fixture |
Feeding the romex wire to the outside I'm ready to mount the fixture box. |
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The fixture box is a 4 inch round weather proof surface mounted type. |
Mounting the fixture box in place with wood screws provides a secure attachment. |
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The wiring was straight forward - black to black , white to white and green the bonded ground. |
Two double flood lights will provide plenty of light in this outside yard area. |
Positioning the Motion Sensor Head of a Security Light
- The positioning of the motion sensor head should be adjusted to the area to be lit with the light.
- This is usually done while the motion head switch is in the "TEST" position for best results, then switch back.
- Most motion detectors have sensitivity adjustments and time-on duration settings you will want to set to your requirements.
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