Is it Listed by UL?
Yes. It is Listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. to U.S. and Canadian safety standards
Is it Patented?
Yes. The US Patent No. is 5,673,022
What is SensorPlug?
SensorPlug is a Motion Activated Plug-in Electrical Outlet
What are the key features?
- Its’ plug-in design eliminates the hassle of wiring and expenses
- A slide switch allows consumers a choice of using it to control lighting or non-lighting electrical products
- An adjustable timer (2 to 6 minutes)
- 500 Watts maximum load
- Circuit protected by a 5 amp 110 / 120V easy to replace fuse
- Spare fuse is included
- A tab to secure it to the wall plate, if desired.
- Securing screw is included
What are the key benefits?
• Helps save energy and money by automatically turning off electrical devices when room is not occupied
• Safety – Helps minimize tripping hazards in dark
• Security – Helps deter intruders by automatically turning ON lights or radios in child's room or area not frequently used such as a basement
• Convenience – No wiring, No tools, No batteries to replace
• Helps reduce exposure to germs - Switches can transmit germs but when you use SensorPlug you do not touch a switch
What is the detection range and detection angle?
• Up to 25 feet / 160°
What is the ideal operating temperature?
• The ideal operating temperature is between 75°F and 85°F
It will not work in areas where temperature can drop below 50°F
Which electrical fixtures can I use with SensorPlug?
• Lighting products: (Works with halogen, florescent, other types of bulbs)
o Table lamps
o Floor lamps
o Party lights
o Christmas tree lights
o Lighted make-up mirrors
o Night lights etc.
• Non-Lighting products:
o Multiple outlet power strips o Fans – table fan, floor fan
o Table-top water fountains
o Radios, Cassettes and CD players, TV etc.
o Other devices such as a paper shredder or a weighing scale
o Halloween Props - Activate any prop to get motion based animation
o Almost any electrical product that that does not exceed the power rating and consumes energy while room is not occupied
How long does it stay ON?
• Once motion is detected, power is supplied to the SensorPlug’s outlet and a timer is started. Every time motion is detected, the timer resets to zero and starts a new cycle. This feature keeps the power ON as long as motion is detected
• If motion is not detected, the power to the SensorPlug’s outlet is turned OFF after 2 to 6 minutes depending upon the timer position set.
Is there a way to change the sensitivity or the timer?
• No. We have eliminated this feature to keep it simple for use.
What are the suggested locations?
• Garages (Note: SensorPlug will not work properly if the temperature drops below 50°F)
• Basements
• Bathrooms
• Hallways
• Bedrooms
• Kitchens, etc.
Where can I use it?
• Every household, particularly, those occupied by:
o Elderly
o People with physical / mental challenge
o Parents living with infants and young children
o People living alone, etc.
• Hotels and Motels
• Offices
• Nursing homes
• Hospitals
• Lighting showrooms
• Museums and art galleries to turn on sound and / or lighting
• Dorm rooms
• Restaurants, etc.
What is the product warranty?
One year from the purchase date. Try it for 30 days and if it does not meet or exceed your expectations, return it for a full refund including the shipping charges.