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Trouble with T5`s

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by Kylie, Jul 7, 2011.

  1. Jul 7, 2011 #1
    Kylie

    Kylie Inactive User

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    I've been having trouble with my T5's where they will turn on for a few seconds then turn off. Its happened a couple times within the past few months. Previous times, I could clearly see one bulb that either wouldn't turn on with the other or was looking a little rough. Now, both bulbs turn on. One is a brand new Coralife actinic, the other is a used actinic I got from a club member. 
    Would you recommend buying a new bulb to replace the old or does this sound like something is wrong with my ballast? Any suggestions would be great. 
    Thanks,Kylie
     
  2. Jul 7, 2011 #2
    Reefdumb

    Reefdumb Inactive User

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    I would do the new bulb first but it could be the ballast too.
     
  3. Jul 7, 2011 #3
    Kylie

    Kylie Inactive User

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    Ok thanks. I didn't know if perhaps this was obviously a ballast problem. I'll try the new bulb /DesktopModules/ActiveForums/themes/_default//emoticons/smile.gif
     

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