Wall switch working, but strangely

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  • beev
    Automated Home Jr Member
    • Mar 2010
    • 20

    Wall switch working, but strangely

    Hi,

    I've just bought this double wall switch from UK Automation:


    It came very quickly, but I didn't think it was the right one as the instruction sheet describes it as a dimmable model for incandescent lamps. The one I ordered is supposed to be non-dimmable so I can use it with a 2D 26W ceiling lamp. The model number printed on the instruction sheet and also on the unit is PLC-R 2221E.

    I called up UK Automation, who assured me that the unit definitely is non-dimmable and therefore suitable for my lamp. However, having set it up, the light is behaving rather oddly. It takes quite a while to start up, then once on it flickers rapidly.

    Is it likely that this is, in fact, the wrong type of light switch?
  • beev
    Automated Home Jr Member
    • Mar 2010
    • 20

    #2
    Also, if this is the wrong unit, is it likely to have damaged my light or my bulb?

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    • toscal
      Moderator
      • Oct 2005
      • 2061

      #3
      If its flickering, and takes a while to start up then I would say you have the dimming version. Can you try the switch with a normal bulb.
      Last edited by toscal; 18 February 2011, 04:32 PM.
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      • beev
        Automated Home Jr Member
        • Mar 2010
        • 20

        #4
        Thanks. Apart from this one, I have all CFL lights in my flat so can't test. I checked the model number, though, and it is the dimmer switch I've been sent. I've returned it.

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        • EasyHomeAutomation
          Automated Home Lurker
          • Jul 2011
          • 7

          #5
          Conducting

          I had this issue once and it was due to the screw in the face plate touching on the back pannel
          Charley Adams
          www.easyhomeautomation.co.uk

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