How Do You Replace A Photoelectric Switch?
Photoelectric switches, or photo eyes for short, are convenient ways to add outdoor security to your home. These little “eyes” automatically sense when the daylight starts to fade and they automatically turn your exterior lights on. With photoelectric switches installed on your exterior lights, you never have to worry about remembering to turn your lights on. As the sun sets, the photo eye completes the circuit and voila! The lights are on! But if you discover your light is not turning on and you have already replaced the bulb and checked the breaker, then you may have to replace the photoelectric switch. Here is how to do it. The first step is to turn the breaker which supplies power to the light OFF. If you are not sure which one it is, then you will have to turn a breaker off and check for power at the light until you find the right one. With the breaker OFF, remove the light fixture’s cover from the wall. Double check that the power is off with your voltage tester. You will see the
