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from a WATTAGE point of view, yes; it is always electrically safe to switch to a smaller wattage if the larger wattage was setup in an approved manner. from a HEAT point of view, don't change a lamp until it cools off unless you have proper gloves yes, but not the other way 'round
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agoNo, anything over the max wattage becomes a fire hazard and can damage the outlet.
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Is it ok to put a 200w bulb in a 100w outlet?
No. The heat from the larger bulb will damage the socket, and is a fire hazard.
Can you put a fluorescent bulb in your floor lamp?
Yes, you can put a fluorescent light bulb in your floor lamp. You need to see what size bulb the lamp takes, but most sizes can be purchased as florescent bulbs.
What do you call lamp shades that are put on the lamp base before the light bulb screws in?
If you are talking about the support that holds the lampshade to the lamp base it is called a "lamp harp".
Which wattage is used if you put a 3 way bulb into a lamp that does not have 3way ability?
The medium filament will be the light producer. This is because that filament is connected to the center pin of the lamp base the same as ordinary light bulbs. If the tri-light bulb is 50, 100 and 150 watts, the 100 watt portion will light.
Can you replace a 125w mercury vapour lamp with a 80w without changing control gear?
Yes but you can't put a larger then 125w bulb in.
You have an H8 HID 75W kit the ballasts say 75W but the bulbs have a tag on them that says 35W will they work?
No. The bulb has a maximum rating of 35Watts. If you put 75Watts to a bulb that can only withstand half of that capacity, the bulb will fail.
Is it ok to put a 200w bulb in a 100w outlet?
No. The heat from the larger bulb will damage the socket, and is a fire hazard.
Can you put a fluorescent bulb in your floor lamp?
Yes, you can put a fluorescent light bulb in your floor lamp. You need to see what size bulb the lamp takes, but most sizes can be purchased as florescent bulbs.
Can you use a light bulb for a fish tank light?
Put it this way, a friend of mine uses her daylight bulb with her lamp, and puts it over the fish tank. I wouldn't use a 100w or 60w really, but all fish are different with their habitats. So i recommend seeking advice from a fish shop near you.
What do you call lamp shades that are put on the lamp base before the light bulb screws in?
If you are talking about the support that holds the lampshade to the lamp base it is called a "lamp harp".
How do you replace a fog lamp bulb on a 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle?
crawl under car then twist off the back of the fog lamp. undo the wire leading up to the bulb and then unhook the metal clip that holds the bulb in place. Put new bulb in and then put assembly back together.
How do you get the light bulb into the long tube light fixture over bath sink electrician put up lamp and then I said I would put in bulb after painting and now i tube is too long?
Get the right lamp or get the right fixture. Do not attempt to modify the fixture to fit the lamp.
How do you replace fog lamp light bulb on a 1998 Grand Cherokee?
Assuming this is for one of the 2 rear fog lamps, then remove the three bolts from the rear lamp housing. The fog lamp is the bottom bulb in the set. Give the bulb holder a quarter turn anti-clockwise and remove the bulb and holder from the lamp housing. The bulb is held in place by a plastic clip either side. Spread the clip sideways slightly and the bulb will pull out. Put new bulb in and replace.
Can you put a lower 13 watt bulb in a 15 watt lamp?
Yes. Lower wattage would be safe for the lamp wires and components.
How do you make a light bulb light up if the power comes from a generator?
You put the light bulb into a light fixture or lamp and plug the lamp into the running generator's electrical outlet. Make sure the generator's circuitbreaker is reset.
Can you put 75w-90 gear oil instead of 75w-140?
If the machine or car or truck manual says to use 75w-140, then you MUST use 75w-140. 75w-90 would be far too thin to protect the moving, meshing parts from wear and early failure.
How do you replace headlight bulb in BMW x5?
if xenon one,then take it to the dealer. if ordinary halo lamp,then just turn the lamp and pull it out and then unplug it and put new one inside. then put all back.
