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| Author: | Gecko [ Sun Nov 30, 2008 11:22 pm ] |
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Just go buy some incandescent bulbs (while you still can). Problem solved. The flicker is a known issue with CFL's. |
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| Author: | Starbaby55 [ Mon Dec 01, 2008 1:30 am ] |
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same t hing happened to me when i switched some lights to timers (outdoor lights) but used energy effecient bulbs. They would flick ALL day and i thought it was the timer. I went to Home Depot to inquire (thinking maybe i needed some special outdoor bulb) and the guy said it is normal for energy effcient bulbs because there is a constant current flowing through the outlet and the EE bulbs need only a little current to "turn on". Anyways, i switched to normal bulbs and everything is fine. I wouldn't worry that its your electrical |
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| Author: | Kevin&Amanda [ Mon Dec 01, 2008 10:56 am ] |
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We've seen the flicker and aren't really concerned about it. We've been told it's due static electricity built up in the tubes. Doesn't bother me any. |
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