any electricians about??

sallyrsm

I have a halogen light in my kitchen that I hate. It has four lights on it and really really buzzes when it's on.
However this morning I turned it on and nothing. The bulbs aren't burned out I only changed one last week, it's just doing nothing.

could there be something wrong with the transformer? Has the buzzing been a precursor to a problem?

How easy is it to take down a fitting like this? I can't see how it fixes to the ceiling. I've never liked it I might use the spare light fitting that came from my old flat if I know how to get this down.

baldelectrician

sounds link you had 12 V lamps (probably 20 or 35 watts each)

You may have bought a 50W lamp and overloaded the transformer.

The older transformers have glass 20mm fuses inside the fitting, the newer ones don't and the complete unit has to be replaced

Try removing a couple of the lamps and leaving only one

You should use a competent person for the work, links below
In Scotland:
Individuals regitered;
http://www.sbsa.gov.uk/register/ListAC.asp
Companies
http://www.sbsa.gov.uk/register/SearchCo.asp?T=Construction&ID=2
In England and Wales:
http://www.competentperson.co.uk

espresso

baldelectrician wrote: »

You should use a competent person for the work, links below

:rotfl:

How many electricians does it take to change a light fitting!

:rolleyes:

baldelectrician

espresso wrote: »

:rotfl:

How many electricians does it take to change a light fitting!

:rolleyes:

How does jo public know if the wiring is safe?
Does he / she have test equipment?

I only put the quote at the end of messages to prevent me being sued for giving incorrect advice.
With some people (not referring to the OP) a litle knowlege is a dangerous thing

sallyrsm

Oh thanks for that yes the lamps were 50 watt I didn't realise they were different I just thought as long as the end fitted in the light they would be ok. D'Oh!!
I think I'll just take down the whole light fitting and replace it for a "normal" spotlight, not a halogen.