Fluor. And Starting Problem

Bob 15 years ago

Hello,

Put ujp a light in my shop about 2 years ago. Two bulb Fluor. fixture from HD. Wasn't all that expensive, but not the cheapest either, if I remember right.

Anyway, from the get-go, it would only start about once in three tries. Then, finally it would after repeated on-offs with the switch.

Driving me crazy.

Would like to replace it with one that will "always" start.

I see that HD and Lowes now offer several types of ballasts, electronic ignition starters, etc.

Very confusing, and their salesperson's don't know anything about this.

What's the best bet to get ? Particular Models, HD or Lowe's, etc. ?

Any suggestions and opinions on this would be most appreciated.

Thanks, Bob

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jamesgangnc 15 years ago

Some of them work better if they are well grounded.

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Thomas 15 years ago

Big question...Is the light grounded properly?

Sorry I did not answer your question!

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Bob 15 years ago

Hi,

Thanks for help.

I believe the grounding is correct.

Green wire to fixture frame,and then back to box.

Bob

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clare 15 years ago

Did you ground the darn thing???? Won't start reliably without a good ground.

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clare 15 years ago

Make that ALL of them. It's part of the design.

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HeyBub 15 years ago

Okay, I'll play. Is the BOX grounded?

Florescent lights need a good ground to provide magnetic flux this close to the galactic core.

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Joe 15 years ago

Used HD's cold start 8" duals in our shop/garage a few years ago. At that time they were about $60 ea. bare. Never a moments problem with them, terrific light output. Highly recommended.

Joe

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Joe 15 years ago

Oops. meant 8' duals..sorry.

Joe

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