Quoted from DumbAss:Wow. That's definitely an interesting way to connect a modification to the system. I would NOT recommend using that method. There are other ways to achieve this functionality without such risk.
Examples:A (strategically placed) reed switch should be able to detect the change in the magnetic field when the solenoid energizes.
A relay that energizes contacts on the solenoid energizing can switch another circuit that would cause the lights to illuminate.
Agreed a close proximity MRS would detect the coil energizing and close....
Matt
Bradenton, FL
