T8 Fluorescent Light Fixture Ballast

After all without a working ballast you can t have a working light.

T8 fluorescent light fixture ballast.

Optanium 120 277 volt 4 lamp t8 instant start electronic fluorescent replacement ballast philips advance optanium high efficiency electronic ballasts are philips advance optanium high efficiency electronic ballasts are engineered to optimize lighting performance and maximize energy savings. Remove the bulbs and open up the fixture as shown in photo 1. Some older types have starters too. If you re having problems with a fluorescent light turning on and you have tried the simple solutions the problem could originate with a bad ballast.

A fluorescent fixture requires a ballast to send the proper amount of electricity to the fluorescent bulbs. There will be four to eight wires coming out of the ballast. However an electrical ballast can be checked quickly and easily with the right tools. Confirm that the new ballast matches the old one photo below and then install it as shown in photo 4.

All fluorescent light fixtures consist of at least lamp s lamp holders ballast and internal wiring. Ge lighting 72262 ge232max l ultra 120 277 volt ultramax electronic fluorescent t8 multi volt instant start ballast 2 or 1 f32t8 lamps 4 6 out of 5 stars 137 14 60 14. Photos 2 and 3 show how to remove the old ballast from the fluorescent light fixture. The ballast is used to create the voltage and current necessary to start and illuminate the fluorescent lamp.

How to replace the ballast of your fluorescent light fixture replace a t8 fluorescent light fixture ballast. It is important to follow the wiring diagram on.