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        scpow123
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        Hi, I have low-voltage lighting in my kitchen. Installed by a licensed electrician about 4 years ago. Today when I turned the light switch to the "on" position, the lights had about a 15 second delay before coming on. Then after they were on, they were very dim. Any ideas of what the problem may be? Thanks.
         
        Posts: 2 | Registered: Oct 22, 2012Reply With QuoteReport This Post
        Jaybee
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        Most likely the transformer that converts 110v AC into low voltage DC is burning out. If so, you'll need to find the same output transformer and replace it.

        Possibly you have a very poor connection at a junction in the low voltage wires somewhere, but I'd put my money on the transformer.


        Jaybee
         
        Posts: 9068 | Location: Knoxville, Tennessee | Registered: Sep 27, 2003Reply With QuoteReport This Post
        scpow123
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        Thank you for your reply, Jaybee. I'll be on the lookout for a replacement.
         
        Posts: 2 | Registered: Oct 22, 2012Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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