[villagetinker]

Originally Posted by Zebra

I like the replies to this. Very informative and appreciated.
I think I will add a toggle on/off switch in front of the sensor to better control when or if I want the light to operate.

Please do not do this. IMHO, your proposal will not be legal under electrical building codes, and the typical toggle switch is not water proof which means you will be constantly replacing the switch. You may actually be creating an electrical hazard with your proposal.

[Mosca82]

Find instructions in Youtube video. it is simple to do. Get sensor at ACE, Lowe's, Home Depot. Takes 10 minutes or less to do.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Mosca82

Find instructions in Youtube video. it is simple to do. Get sensor at ACE, Lowe's, Home Depot. Takes 10 minutes or less to do.

Or more. Nothing involving connecting wires takes 10 minutes or less.

[philoret]

Caution: there are two versions one cheap around $10 which has been found not durable; look for the one more expensive around $13. Both were in Ace hardware stores (in the Villages, where they are used, e.g. next to Publix on 466 opposite the High School).
Store clerks know the part for The Villages light poles.
You might need a volt meter to identify the correct breaker if not labeled on the box, unless checking at night when the lamp is on -- it is usually not possible to test these sensors during the day, as light leaks by and there is time delay.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by philoret

Caution: there are two versions one cheap around $10 which has been found not durable; look for the one more expensive around $13. Both were in Ace hardware stores (in the Villages, where they are used, e.g. next to Publix on 466 opposite the High School).
Store clerks know the part for The Villages light poles.
You might need a volt meter to identify the correct breaker if not labeled on the box, unless checking at night when the lamp is on -- it is usually not possible to test these sensors during the day, as light leaks by and there is time delay.

Most inspectors use duct tape or and piece of putty to cover the sensor. The light will come on in a few minutes if the sensor is covered.

[michtofla]

Originally Posted by villagetinker

Make sure the power is OFF before you try to remove the sensor, TURN THE CIRCUIT BREAKER OFF.

I’ve never been able to find a circuit breaker for the yard light!

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by michtofla

I’ve never been able to find a circuit breaker for the yard light!

Have you tried the "garage GFI" circuit in the panel?

[chas39]

Go to Lowe’s that’s where I bought my last pole light sensor ask them.

[dblwyr]

Lol! Thanks!

[dblwyr]

Yes—-no result.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by dblwyr

Yes—-no result.

Have you tried the "golf cart" circuit? If that doesn't work, I would try all other circuits that have GFI outlets on them.

[Bilyclub]

Originally Posted by philoret

Caution: there are two versions one cheap around $10 which has been found not durable; look for the one more expensive around $13. Both were in Ace hardware stores (in the Villages, where they are used, e.g. next to Publix on 466 opposite the High School).
Store clerks know the part for The Villages light poles.
You might need a volt meter to identify the correct breaker if not labeled on the box, unless checking at night when the lamp is on -- it is usually not possible to test these sensors during the day, as light leaks by and there is time delay.

https://www.acehardware.com/departme...ensors/3426186

[photo1902]

Typically lamppost lights are not on a GFCI circuit. Hence the reason when adding a receptacle on the pole (for holiday lights, etc) its important, as well as required by code, to use a tamper resistant GFCI outlet.

And depending on who did the initial wiring, some electricians were good about writing Post Lamp/Light on the affected breaker.

I’ve also seen many cases of homeowners adding additional outlets in the garage by tapping into the Arc Fault breakers. Also a no-no.

[eremite06]

My lamppost is in the shade of my oak tree and the light stays on constantly. So, the bulb stays powered. If I put a dawn to dusk bulb in, will it go off during the day?

[photo1902]

Originally Posted by eremite06

My lamppost is in the shade of my oak tree and the light stays on constantly. So, the bulb stays powered. If I put a dawn to dusk bulb in, will it go off during the day?

I would replace the sensor. Unless it is literally covered by limbs and leaves, it should still function as dusk to dawn. Just my two cents.

From my experience, when sensors fail, most stay in the on position. Next time your driving through The Villages during the day, note the post lights that are on.