[Shop-talk] failed light fixture?

[Brian Kemp]

Yes.  Spent too much time trying to fix an exterior light that had a 
socket go bad.  It was a corroded rivet that joined the wire to the 
socket.  Use a non-contact voltage tester and see if you still have 
power to the socket.  These things are great for a basic power check.

Sample: https://www.harborfreight.com/non-contact-voltage-tester-63919.html

Test for power to the socket with the bulb out, then to the light 
junction box, then to the switch.  Get the tester close and it will beep 
if there is power.

Also check any GFCI breakers in the bathroom.  The lights might be on a 
tripped circuit.

Brian

On 12/6/2020 2:01 PM, Tim . wrote:
> Hey all,
>
> Is it possible for a fixture to fail? We have this four-bulb fixture 
> over the mirror in one of the bathrooms. It no longer works. Bulbs are 
> good and no breaker tripped.
>
> thanks
> tim
>
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