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only regular lights like in ur house if u want to dimm a fluorescent light u have to change out the ballast to a dimmable ballast
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What should you do if you installed a new light in an old house that uses a dimmer switch and now the light won't turn off?
Some lights won't dim. If you've installed the switch properly, and are using traditional incandescent bulbs (not flourescent, LED, E-L lights or any other very low current light), the dimmer will dim the bulbs. Make sure you're using a dimmable bulb and that the dimmer is installed properly.
Can energy save bulb be used with any dimmer?
Compact florescent do not dim. They are all or nothing. You can use them where you have a dimmer switch. They will come on from about half way to full on. Dimmer switches don't like them and the switch will burn out faster.
How do you repair a dimmer and light switch in the same room?
For the most convenience, you should consider replacing two switches with just one switch that does both tasks. The first thing to do before repairing anything electrical is turn off the electricity to that room, then repair or replace the switch as you would any other light switch.
Can any dimmer work with energy efficient bulbs?
Yes, if they replace the switch at the wall.
Has any one changed a Dimmer Switch on a 1993 Olds Achieva?
You have toreplace the whole thing.. It's called the multi-function switch, turn signals, cruise control (if you have it), headlight and dimmer switch all in one.. About $150.00 for the switch, plus labor. If you do it yourself, be careful of the drivers airbag.
What would cause the dome light to stay on and not go off?
Often there is a switch on the dashboard, or an "on" function to an existing switch, such as a dimmer switch. It merely needs to be turned "off" and doors closed, to watch for light going out, notwithstanding any timer or short convenience period.
Can energy save bulb be used with any dimmer?
Compact florescent do not dim. They are all or nothing. You can use them where you have a dimmer switch. They will come on from about half way to full on. Dimmer switches don't like them and the switch will burn out faster.
What should you do if you installed a new light in an old house that uses a dimmer switch and now the light won't turn off?
Some lights won't dim. If you've installed the switch properly, and are using traditional incandescent bulbs (not flourescent, LED, E-L lights or any other very low current light), the dimmer will dim the bulbs. Make sure you're using a dimmable bulb and that the dimmer is installed properly.
What is the type of lamp uses with dimmer switch?
You cannot use most fluorescent lights with a dimmer. Just about any incandescent bulb WILL work with a dimmer. Occasionally, when a halogen bulb burns out, it will destroy a dimmer switch but halogen bulbs are considered incandescent and other than that little problem they work well with a dimmer.
1997 Lexus es300 your lowbeams are not working The bulbs are good Any suggestions If its the fuse which one?
I'd be suspicious of the dimmer switch or a wiring connector between the dimmer switch and the headlights.
How do you repair a dimmer and light switch in the same room?
For the most convenience, you should consider replacing two switches with just one switch that does both tasks. The first thing to do before repairing anything electrical is turn off the electricity to that room, then repair or replace the switch as you would any other light switch.
Can any dimmer work with energy efficient bulbs?
Yes, if they replace the switch at the wall.
Where is the Dimmer Switch located on a 1991 Park Ave.?
The dimmer switch is located under the dash to the left of the steering column. Unfortunately I don't know of any way to get to it without dismantling the dash and the steering column. Even with those items removed, it was a real chore to get at it. When we replaced my dimmer switch, we got everything back together and found that the rod that connects the dimmer switch to the lever on the steering column was bending too much to activate the new dimmer switch. This job took all day and was a waste of time and money as we have a new dimmer switch but it is useless without fixing the connecting rod problem.
You have 1989 Lincoln dimmer switch on column when pulled back to brighten lights they will brighten but will immediately switch back to dim when switch is released any thoughts?
Turn Off Your Automatic Headlight Dimmer Then you can manually Change the High Beams yourself.....
How do get the interior lights of a 1993 AStro van to turn off?
Just above the headlight switch is the dimmer control for the dash lights - roll it all the way to the right to turn the interior lights on and, of course, to the left to turn the dome out and the farther you turn it the dimmer the dash panel gets. There is also that switch on the dash next to the fog light switch which controls the dome light activation when any of the doors are open and if it is on and a door is ajar, the light won't go out. Or if one of the door switches is loose or stuck it will affect the operation of the light as well. In that case turn the door switch off.
Has any one changed a Dimmer Switch on a 1993 Olds Achieva?
You have toreplace the whole thing.. It's called the multi-function switch, turn signals, cruise control (if you have it), headlight and dimmer switch all in one.. About $150.00 for the switch, plus labor. If you do it yourself, be careful of the drivers airbag.
If one switch controls a fan and a light but the dimmer part for the light does not work and the switch gets warm after a while what could be the problem?
I'm going to assume that the switch that's getting warm is the dimmer. Even when a dimmer is working correctly it gets warm and that's just the electronic parts of it. The face of a dimmer is actually a heat sink to help remove excess heat. If you swap out the dimmer you will likely find your problem is resolved. Remember to de-energize the circuit by turning off the breaker before working on it. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician. Andy Be aware that a dimmer for lights does NOT work for fans (though it may sometimes appear to work, you can end up with noise, problems such as the light attached to the fan not working, the dimmer getting overheated, etc). So even though it might seem to work at first, you'll have problems, and it's against code to put the wrong kind of dimmer there. You can purchase a dimmer which is rated for ceiling fans at Home Depot or Lowes, but they are more expensive than light switch dimmers. Of course, if there is a single on/off switch at the wall which controls the fan and its light, then you might be better off buying a remote control unit to install in the fan - it will allow you to dim the fan and light separately (and safely). Or purchase a new fan with a remote... ceiling fans are cheap enough now that if yours is old enough, it might be a nice time for an update.
