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Posted by Joe on May 5, 2007, 11:22 am
> I have a incandescent light in a recessed fixture in the basement that
> doesn't come on instantly. When you flip the switch, nothing happens,
> but if you leave the switch on the light comes on a few minutes later.
> I have changed the light switch and it still takes some time to work.
> What might the reason be for not coming on in an instant? That's me
> with the fluorescent light problem in a previous post as well. I am
> sure they are not related, but who knows. Thanks for your help.
A common problem is in the center terminal of the lamp socket. The
plastic gets tired and allows the center terminal to sag, so the fix
is easy: turn off the circuit, take out the lamp and with needle nose
pliers or other handy tool, pull up the center contact a small amount
(be careful), reinstall lamp and all should be well. HTH
Joe
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