Obviously don't have a clue what I'm doing with electrics. I've tried using a bulb that I know works but it doesn't work in this socket. I've read something about transformers. Would that be the problem and how do I go about replacing one?
2007-09-15 08:28:52 · 17 answers · asked by Gary H 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
It sounds like there is no power to the fixture. Check your breaker box to see if a breaker is tripped. If so, just turn it off and then back on. If this is an exterior light, it could be linked to a GFI outlet. Check your exterior outlets and see if one of them has the little red tab popped out. If so, push it back in and try the light.
If none of these solve the problem, you could have a faulty light fixture, faultly light switch or a loose wire. If you're not comfortable with electrical work, call an electrician.
2007-09-15 08:36:19 · answer #1 · answered by ~Seamaster~ 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
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My halogen downlight bulb doesn't work but a replacement bulb doesn't work either. Whats wrong?
Obviously don't have a clue what I'm doing with electrics. I've tried using a bulb that I know works but it doesn't work in this socket. I've read something about transformers. Would that be the problem and how do I go about replacing one?
2015-08-10 08:20:37 · answer #4 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the lamp has two pins which PUSH into lampholder then you have a 12volt lamp, in which case there will be a transformer close to the luminaire. If the lamp has thicker pins which TURN into the lampholder, then it is a 240 volt mains system and there will be no transformer.
IF- the former, the transformer will most likely have failed and will need to be replaced with a similar 240/12 volt 50-60va type. Look in the loft, or remove lamp and pull the cable out gently (You may have to remove the body of the light fitting) the transformer will be on the cable, about a foot away.
2007-09-15 10:51:33 · answer #5 · answered by jayktee96 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Hi Gary - You will be able to tell if your down-lighter is low-voltage (has a transformer) by checking the voltage marked on one of the lamps. Most of the one I fitted in recent years have been 12V. It's very common practice to fit each low-voltage light with its own transformer. Normally, to access this individual transformer -
Turn off the power.
Remove the lamp from the fitting.
Gently ease out the light-fitting from the ceiling. It will probably be held in with spring clips.
Once the light fitting is free of the ceiling, lower it and pull on the cable very gently. (Somewhere in the vicinity of the hole, where the light fitting has been removed will probably be the transformer.) By GENTLY pulling on the cable you should be able to bring the transformer to the edge of the hole so that you can pull it down through. You will then be able to disconnnect the lamp and power supply from the transformer.
Take the transformer to an electrical wholesalers and get one of the same rating.
Installation is the reverse of above. Be sure to make sure the new transformer and the power cable is clear of the light fitting hole before pushing the fitting back into the hole. Halogens get very hot and can cause damage to cable and/or transformer if they are not clear of the fitting.
If you cannot find an individual transformer near to the faulty light then it's possible that you have one large transformer supplying all of the lights. If this IS the case, I suggest you call a qualified electrician in to sort it out.
2007-09-15 10:57:07 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
So many possibilities but I am keeping in mind that you are not versed on "electrics" Most hardware stores carry testers that you can plug into an outlet to test it and I have seen one that you screw in as a light bulb to check problems with the socket. Three simple lights give answers. Good Luck!
2007-09-18 11:17:03 · answer #7 · answered by Derek 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like the transformer. Some of them are like a pencil shape. They usually just unplug. Take it to an electrical wholesaler who will replace it with a new one. If that does not work then you will need to replace the whole fitting. They are really not expensive around £7-10
2007-09-16 12:42:30 · answer #8 · answered by londongate11 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If I remember right you should not use more than a 60 W bulb unless stated you can on the fixture. Take the lamp out of the fan and go put it into another socket in the house. Is it still dim? If yes, take it back. If no then you wired the fan and light in parallel instead of series. In that case the bulb should burn bright when the fan is off. Are the fan and light switch differently?
2016-03-18 00:09:51 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is there a light switch that controls the outlet you are using?
Take the downlight to a socket you know works. Solve the crime.
2007-09-15 08:33:38 · answer #10 · answered by reynwater 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋