T5s come on for 3 seconds then off

martinmcnally · #1 04-12-2011, 06:10 AM

It seems like they got wet and I think some salt got in there. I remove the bulbs put them back in and it works fine. However it happens everyday now. Tried cleaning everything out of the end caps but its a nuisance now. Everyday I have to remove the bulbs and put them back in to get it to work.

Its a Tek light fixture 36" x4

RuGlu6 · #2 04-12-2011, 07:19 AM

happens sometimes to T5's most likely loose wiring.

BlueWorldAquatic · #3 04-13-2011, 01:29 AM

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Originally Posted by martinmcnally

It seems like they got wet and I think some salt got in there. I remove the bulbs put them back in and it works fine. However it happens everyday now. Tried cleaning everything out of the end caps but its a nuisance now. Everyday I have to remove the bulbs and put them back in to get it to work.

Its a Tek light fixture 36" x4

Get some electronic contact cleaner from canadian tire. Spray liberally and should solve you problem. Or you can just replace the endcaps.

Ken

The Grizz · #4 04-13-2011, 04:07 AM

Does your light have an acrylic cover on it to keep moisture out?