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Old 03-09-2012, 07:50 AM
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You may want to see if the GFI outlet in the garage has tripped. Tell them to push the test button and then the reset button. Put a piece of black tape or hold hand over the the electric eye for at least 3 minutes to see if light comes on, or wait until dark. Most of the newer homes are use the garage GFI to feed the post light.
Usually, the pole light and the garage doors are on the same circuit.
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