Some models require neutral others require ground which is used to draw power but the current is less than 1ma is considered harmless.
Occupancy sensor not working.
Green wire is not connected to ground.
I had the same problem.
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Occupancy sensors require standby power to operate the sensor when the load is off.
After the second unit behaved the same way i did some research and found myself here.
Passenger seat occupancy sensor not working 2006 mini cooper.
A motion detector basically consists of a motion sensor for motion detection and an electrical switch.
The sensors use infrared ultrasonic microwave or other technology the term encompasses devices as different as pir sensors hotel room keycard locks and smart meters occupancy sensors are typically used to save energy.
Occupancy sensing switch symptom possible causes solution cannot switch power on or off with the newly installed sensor switch.
The lamp connected to it lights up.
Probably is will not work without the ground.
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Posted by robwhite2 on nov 29 2010.
I actually returned the 1st unit and swapped it out for a second because i assumed it was a faulty unit.
This seemed to work for me.
An occupancy sensor is an indoor motion detecting device used to detect the presence of a person to automatically control lights or temperature or ventilation systems.
If the sensor detects a movement the switch is activated and the output voltage is switched on.
Light would not turn on from motion but the sensor seemed to be working per the flashing green led.
To do that it needs a path to neutral.
This post looks at how they work.
Ground is required for the sensor switch to function.
An occupancy sensor is an electronic sensor used for different purposes like to improve the security of the office as well as home reduces the energy utilization for lights in empty spaces.
Generally this sensor unites a motion detector using a timer as well as a light switch to activate and deactivate the lights as they are not required.
How occupancy sensors work.
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