Fluorescent Light Ballast Repair

The repair will only take about 10 minutes.

Fluorescent light ballast repair.

Fluorescent lights among the more cost effective lighting options sometimes require a ballast repair when the light fails to illuminate or begins flickering. The attachment method. Troubleshooting one of these ballasts is usually simple takes little time and is something even the least experienced homeowner can do. The starter is located on the lamp frame there are typically two starters.

See my channel here. Older fluorescent light fixtures that flicker or only light up part way may just need a new starter which is a less expensive repair than a bulb. When you turn on the. Part of a fluorescent fixture are explained and contrasts are made to other types of fixture which operate on very different platforms.

Unplug the fixture or turn off the power at the main panel. All fluorescent light fixtures consist of at least lamp s lamp holders ballast and internal wiring. Troubleshooting tips and how to guidance for replacing a ballast are provided. A good way to check that your ballast is the culprit is to turn on a voltage detector and hold it next to the wires supplying power to the ballast.

Find advice ideas and the occasional lighting joke on our facebook twitter google plus linkedin or pinterest. Install the fluorescent bulbs replace the lens cover and turn the power back on to the fixture at the circuit panel. Includes a cameo appearance from baxter. In time the ballast may need to be replaced.

The ballast is used to create the voltage and current necessary to start and illuminate the fluorescent lamp. Replace the ballast cover on the fluorescent light fixture. Some older types have starters too. Learn how to replace a fluorescent light ballast.

Replace the ballast when your fluorescent light flickers or makes an annoying hum. An overview of one of the most common light fixture categories. The number of bulbs supported by a fluorescent lamp ballast are given on a label or imprint right on the ballast as well as in the installation instructions. Just like ballasts not all led drivers are damp or wet location rated so make sure your led driver is rated for rain or shine.

Things you will need. As i said in the intro we noticed this happening over a 3 4 week period. You ll find replacement starters at any hardware store. Some ballasts can power two or even four bulbs.

The number of fluorescent bulbs you need if you elect that repair approach for your desk lamp depends on the ballast selected.