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Ty1981
Sun, 15th Jan 2012, 10:28 AM
Got this light fixture 6x36 t5. Well the problem is that the 2 outter bulb is not turning on but when i put the bulb in the other socket it turns on.. pls help me out dnt know if its the ballast or just not getting power on the bulbs.. I dnt have a way to test it either..210 606 7474 txt me if u can help me thank, John
rockmp
Sun, 15th Jan 2012, 11:04 AM
I think there are two ballats in that fixture. One controls the inner four and one for the outer two. In order to get the outer ones on , the bulbs must be ran in a pair and not single. Also try twisting the bulb a little to make sure its seated correctly. Hope that helps.

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Ty1981
Sun, 15th Jan 2012, 11:11 AM
Tried, so i guess its the ballasts. Where would i be able to get one at asap?
rockmp
Sun, 15th Jan 2012, 11:25 AM
It may be the bulbs. Try taking out the other working ones and see if that works when switching them around.

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FireWater
Sun, 15th Jan 2012, 11:27 AM
What do the end caps look like? Are they in good condition? I have had to change end caps before after having issues like you described.
I would try the easier solution before buying a new ballast. Anyone you know have a meter you can check for continuity and power?
Ty1981
Sun, 15th Jan 2012, 11:44 AM
sorry no I dont knw anyone with a meter. Would you help me out. If I buy one I wouldnt knw how to use it lol plus what kind of meter to buy. lol
FireWater
Sun, 15th Jan 2012, 11:50 AM
I would look at the end caps first. If you decide to buy a new ballast there a couple of stores in town that might have a ballast that you can use. If not then ordering one in from an online store is your best bet. Rewiring them in is easy.
Ty1981
Sun, 15th Jan 2012, 12:34 PM
ok, What does the end caps suppose to look like? and what stores you think might have them? lmk ima be running around twn so you can txt me.. 606 7474 names John..
CoryDude
Sun, 15th Jan 2012, 02:36 PM
It may be the bulbs. Try taking out the other working ones and see if that works when switching them around.

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My thoughts exactly. Try two of the working bulbs and put them in the outer positions before buying a new ballast.