4510/4512 Porch Light Operation and Maintenance How the light at the top of the outside stairs (porch) works: There are two bulbs inside the fixture. When you replace a bulb, use 60 watts or less. One is controlled by a switch in 4508. This is the bulb on the left when you're facing the street. There is also a motion detector that operates this bulb. When you replace it, use a bug light. The other is controlled by a switch at the top of the inside stairs in 4510.