Lighting, Light Fixtures, Ceiling and Exhaust Fans - newly installed outdoor sconce goes off in 10 seconds

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runes
01-06-07, 03:07 PM
I just replaced my outdoor sconces with sconces specifically made for CF bulbs. In the lighting package was everything, including the bulbs. Once installed, they turned on fine but clicked off after about 10 seconds. The only thing I can think that might be the trouble is that I attached the ground wire to the green screw on the metal plate. Any suggestions?

lectriclee
01-06-07, 03:39 PM
Shut the ckt off, wait a few min. then turn back on. These electronic ballasts can be funny.

The next thing, Are these on motion/photo cell sensors. I lean towards the first.