We recently installed a recessed can light in the shower. Now it goes off after being on for about 20 minutes. I have a 60 watt bulb in there. Is that too high of watt? Sorry, but I can't find any documentation on what bulb to put in.
2007-05-24 16:03:47 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
thats the thermal switch cutting off - it's supposed to do this.
1- are you exceeding maximum wattage of the fixture
2- are you using a non-IC can in a IC location ( is the thing covered up with insulation that maybe fell down on it fromt he attic.
3- is anything covering the fixture in the ceiling
4- is the space above it an attic - that can reach 130 degree's very fast and very easily.
also, enclosed fixtures have a harder time venting the heat from the bulb - try a lower wattage bulb, or a mount a newer IC can and leave a way for the heat to dissipate up into the space avove the fixture. dont forget to maintain code clearances from any structural surfaces or you may have a visit from red truck with flashing lights some day.
the only flourescent bulbs you can use are compact flourescents - and even those should have some means to vent out the heat they produce
2007-05-24 16:18:54 · answer #1 · answered by ncblue66 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Same thing happened to us. Yes the bulb is too much wattage, and those cans have a thermal shutoff. Drop it to a 40 watt and if it does it again, go to a 25 watt. My husband (an electrician) says it's not safe to keep the higher watt bulb, so do not use it until you get a smaller watt. Hope that helps!
2007-05-24 17:33:25 · answer #2 · answered by debijs 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It definetely has to be a wet type fixture going into a shower area. Just talk to the people in the lighting department at your favorite store, tell them what you want to do and they will show you the type you need to install. I also added a neat sun lamp when I redid mine. Make it nice and toasty warm.
2016-05-17 08:20:41 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've installed a florescent bulbs, they produce less heat and are brighter.
http://www.lightbulbsdirect.com/page/001/CTGY/CompactFluorescent
2007-05-24 16:09:51 · answer #4 · answered by I need help 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There should be specifications inside the can to let you know the wattage. If not, you should call back your installer.
2007-05-24 16:13:41 · answer #5 · answered by chillin 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋