Re: What happens when a flourescent ballast "goes out"?

On Sep 4, 4:19 am, "Dave" <db5...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
> It seems to me that a flourescent ballast is probably just a transformer
and
> a high-voltage electrolytic cap.  And when it "goes out" it's probably
> because the cap failed.  If these are true, could I just replace the cap
and
> make it work again?  Assuming (hate that word) of course that I could
get
> the ballast open.  What thinks the group?  Please offer whatever
laughing
> criticism or encouragement you feel is appropriate.  I do not need a
fire
> hazard in the kitchen...
>
> Many thanks,
>
> Dave

If you see the two ends of the flourescent tube are blackened, then
the life of the lamp is over. You will need to replace the tube, not
the capacitor.